How to use the Gel Press in Cardmaking: EASY and FUN techniques

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4 жыл бұрын

A Gel Press is a great extension to your card making supplies! I created about 20 prints, which means potentially 80 card panels! I am also celebrating some dear friends youtube achievements with a video hop with lots of prizes - Congrats Ardyth, Kathya, and Jenny.
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@lisac9652 4 жыл бұрын

Your enthusiasm is infectious!

@glennistrotman8421 4 жыл бұрын

My favourite was the stamped and die cut flowers, this turned out so pretty

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ChristineLeehasADHD 4 жыл бұрын

True story. I make and send cards to Love for the Elderly Organization. Had just gotten a gelli plate and needed ideas quick, fast, and in a hurry. Mostly because I had No idea on how to use a gelli to help me create cards. Found your video. Long story short- I've gotten tons of mileage out of this. Thank you so much. My new hero :)

@belindaclemons6897 4 жыл бұрын

that pink and orange and yellow one looks like the sunrise i love it

@bonniepeffer4612 4 жыл бұрын

Girl, you are a crazy genius, 'cause these are amazing cards. TFS!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@PoconoPam 4 жыл бұрын

I need a gel plate in my life! Thanks for sharing!

@teresasanner-fecto3690 4 жыл бұрын

Well, looks like I'm gonna have to have gel press! You always sound like you're having fun... love it!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Its very fun and not very expensive at all. And it lasts forever.

@marsguate Жыл бұрын

I'm impressed, couldn't imagine the great cards you'd make with the backgrounds you created

@terismith4333 4 жыл бұрын

Laurel, you are amazing!! I purchased a gel plate awhile ago after I'd seen a few examples of the cool cards you can make with it, but haven't ventured using it yet. I kind of had no idea how to even begin, but seeing you just go for it & ending up with a couple I thought I'd throw away, you ended up making so many cards that my mouth was very nearly hanging open. lol You've given me a much better idea of how to get started & just loosen up & go with the flow. Thanks so much! Congrats to Ardyth, Kathya & Jenny!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

I hope you'll pull out the gel plate and give it a go Teri!

@cindijohnson7282 4 жыл бұрын

First time I’ve seen a gel plate used, thanks!

@audreymeyer2266 4 жыл бұрын

What fun! Congratulations to the three ladies!!!

@barbaramatthews4556 4 жыл бұрын

Love those prints, I love playing with my gelli plates. Love your cards, thanks for sharing.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@wingitwithroz 4 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this video. I've never tried this technique but it reminds of all the fun we had in art class in school. No worries about getting messy and having fun.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@megs1768 4 жыл бұрын

WOW I have never used a gel press/gel plates! What a cool technique and SO MANY amazing colors and cards! Just awesome!

@awa7642 4 жыл бұрын

Didn’t know what a gel press could do until now. Great tutorial!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@Rachaelfrancesart 5 ай бұрын

I really like your videos. You don’t waste a lot of time, gathering supplies and waving your hands back-and-forth talking and you get straight to the meat and potatoes and I just want you to know that I am loving your videos. Thank you for doing it.

@lindaeastment4542 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Laurel, Thank You so much for taking the time to share such an awesome very arty so pretty crafty tutorial I loved it 🤗 hope you and all your family are keeping well and safe Lin, 👍♥️🦋

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@bethrathsman765 4 жыл бұрын

Time to find my gel presses and start making art. I’ve been in a slump, and you just dug me out. Thank you!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

You got this!

@emilyolson7303 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought a gel plate, thank you for all the different ways to use it. And for giving me the confidence to just keep doing it, even if I don't care for the initial print.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

You got this! Even the ugly prints can make cool backgrounds!

@georgiareneed2394 4 жыл бұрын

How awesome!! Can’t wait till I can get a few of the gel presses to play with! And great to know I’m not the only crafter who talks out loud to get my ideas out of my head. TFS!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

I talk to myself all the time, lol!

@veggievg1191 4 жыл бұрын

Great use in Creating all these panels in one shot! Beautiful color blending.

@rhondaparrish2464 4 жыл бұрын

Why have I never thought to cut stencils with my Cricut!?!? Thank you for all the inspiration!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

LOL! I'm just so cheap and stencils are so expensive.....

@anne-mareesleigh8667 4 жыл бұрын

I have so many stencils I need to use and acrylic paints that I'm pretty sure I've had since God was a teenager. I need to get a gel press and start using all this stuff and make some of these prints. Thanks for the inspiration. I've now watched this video twice, because I forgot to comment the first time when I watched the other day and it was fun to watch again! So thanks for sharing and thank you for your enthusiasm.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

HAHAHAHA! Since God was a teenager! That's awesome...... Thanks so much for watching, and twice nonetheless! :)

@vickienipp 4 жыл бұрын

Cute card, Congratulations Ardyth, Jenny & Kathya this is truly a great milestone!!!

@AlaskaKris1 4 жыл бұрын

I haven't used my gel press yet because I didn't know how to start! Thanks for the tips!

@NotableInk 4 жыл бұрын

Whoa lady, that's a lot of prints! Love them and how you kept layering them again and again!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Dude, SO. MANY. PRINTS. LOL! How about that nifty black mat under there? Oh wait,. I covered it up. But its there and awesome. Thank you my friend.

@kimberlyw4087 4 жыл бұрын

Laurel thank you so much for participating in the hop. I never knew anything about gel pressing. I am dying to try it!

@Taitcreates639 4 жыл бұрын

I have a had a gel press for 2 years and never used it, kept making excuses, loved, loved, super loved this tutorial. Thank you so much Laurel. You crack me up also. Let’s face it, in today’s world, especially now, you have to have a sense of humor or your done. Tfs, many a Blessings!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

HAHAH, have a sense of humor or youre done! So true.

@Cre8iveCindy 4 ай бұрын

Fantastic video. Thanks for showing the endless options with the gel press.

@denisemlady6063 4 жыл бұрын

A Gel Press has been on my list of things to buy. I think it may have just moved to the top of the list!! Thanks for all the inspiration, love it!!

@roxannaclark7866 4 жыл бұрын

I saw this a few days ago. I am watching the blog hop and watched this one again! I love to play with things like this. Think I will look into getting a gel press, already have acrylics.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! To come back to this video twice is a real honor! Thank you!

@julierig 4 жыл бұрын

Making backgrounds on the gel plate is so satisfying!! I really enjoyed watched your process and seeing the results!!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@MargaretMcGee1 4 жыл бұрын

So uplifting. All the cards are wonderful, as are you for taking the time to share your wisdom, talent and passion for creating. You make it look easy. I'm going to put my gel plate, brayer, acrylics and papers to work. I feel less intimidated - thanks so much for lifting the veil of fear. And for all the inspiration you provide.

@created2bless322 4 жыл бұрын

Laurel, I have been wanting to see this video and have gotten distracted but I am so glad that I am seeing it today! I can't wait to play with my gel press and my acrylic paints. Will you do more of these videos using a gel press? Your cards came out sooooooo lovely! You blasted these out of the ball park!!! Enjoy your kids! Mine are 20-24, girls! Thank you for being YOU!

@AndreMmmm 4 жыл бұрын

Lovely prints and cards from this technique.

@PamG012 4 жыл бұрын

These are great cards! I love that you just keep adding paints and pulling more prints, you make it look so easy. You are an inspiration to just have fun & create! You even made something cute with the print you didn't like.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Pam!

@SkyMisfit 4 жыл бұрын

Great cards. Love the last one! TFS

@shirleyfong5142 4 жыл бұрын

The Geli plate technique blows my mind. Each design is very unique. Beautiful cards. TFS. Congrats to Ardyth Jenny, and Kathya on reaching over 5K subscribers.

@jeanetteleyvas4542 4 жыл бұрын

I always love watching your creativeness. Is that a real word ? 😂 You are such an inspiration to watch. Thanks so much.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

😊 thank you. i like that word, lol.

@MoTurner96 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing how to use the gel press in card making. Looks like fun!

@STRAHAN50 4 жыл бұрын

Collective congrats to all !! LOVE all your backgrounds - my kind of designs.

@judyfritz3481 4 жыл бұрын

Just love watching you work. Thank you for sharing your talent!

@fvg123sweetsandeats 4 жыл бұрын

Wow love the background and they turned out nice cards love this techniques

@ginamosleybivens3760 2 жыл бұрын

Time to take out my gel press**Thank You for reminding me how brilliant and fun this could be😀

@Jeannette.akaJnett 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, way to go. Love your cards and I need to pull out my gel press again.

@vallariniver4224 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Laurel, nice to see you in this hop! Thank you for the coupon.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@marcelapasmore9261 4 жыл бұрын

There needs to be like a "I love this!!" button....I loved this!! Tfs!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Awe, thanks!

@Roxycharms 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for all the tips and tricks! Gorgeous cards! You are right they are very custom and that is what I love about it. Thanks for sharing!

@carolwortman2657 4 жыл бұрын

Wow... just WOW! Getting my never used plate out this week... Thanks for being in this hop, for the amazing freestyle inspiration and ideas. Be safe and stay crafty! USA

@ValleyOakPaper 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, so many cards in such a short time!

@denorahmicale5581 4 жыл бұрын

I just received my gel plates, so thank you for the inspirations. I know what I’m doing tomorrow....thank you for sharing.

@joanneguarino170 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, Laurel! Those backgrounds are amazing! I don't have a gel press but might have to invest in one. Thanks so much for sharing!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@lafstamper 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, such awesome cards! I’m totally inspired to pull out my gel press. Thanks for sharing.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

You should!That makes me happy!

@viviankirkham1677 Жыл бұрын

I just got a gelli plate and great!! 😉 Now, after watching this, I'm getting another one so that I can try to do these amazing inspirational things!! Thank you very much , and also for your liveliness.

@MarianneVakiener 4 жыл бұрын

I like the prints that you applied black over the initial print!

@nicolenardi9521 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome cards! Love the endless possibilities with the gel press prints.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@Reelstampfreek 4 жыл бұрын

My hubs happened to be in the room when I was watching this and I paused it and said babe...and before I could say anything else he said, lemme guess, you need that stuff? I just started laughing. That’s what 25 years of marriage looks like!! And l love it...as I do these prints and cards!! TFS 💗

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

HAHA! I love your husband! And you!

@johnarosser6400 4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love my gel press! I remember when I first heard of them I thought I wouldn't want one. HA! I don't even know how many I have. 5? LOL. I have begun doing some of your quick card hacks. The other day I made 235 sentiments. I was sick of it by afternoon, but I have several to choose from now: black ink on white, white embossed on black cardstock, and gold embossed on white cardstock. I need to cut down my gel prints soon, and then maybe do some with some stencils and stuff, too, in order to have those ready to go. You have inspired me so much! Thank you!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

253 sentiments? Woah!!!!! LOL!

@johnarosser6400 4 жыл бұрын

@@LaurelBeard yeah, but 180 of them were from those Taylored Expressions stamps and die, so that wasn't too bad

@Scrappingpinklady 4 жыл бұрын

I love them all. Great now I think I need a geli plate, LOL. Looks like so much and you are such an inspiration you are

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@dloates1951 4 жыл бұрын

Your cards are so vibrant and lovely. I haven’t tried a gel press but you’re changing my mind!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Its super fun!

@lechat8533 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful cards. Love them❤ Thank you for the inspiration.

@barbf.3420 4 жыл бұрын

Now I'm buying a gel press and brayer! Great cards! Thanks for sharing.

@AnnetteSeletzky 4 жыл бұрын

You just gave my gel press new life! Thanks 😊

@ajillianvancedesign 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome cards! I haven't played with my Gel Press in so long, I need to pull it out again!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

It's so good!

@laneburchnall8371 4 жыл бұрын

It was so fun to watch you make all those prints so easily! You were FEARLESS!!! Thanks for all the ideas especially mixing and matching different prints! 👏💖

@kirriesummers5219 Жыл бұрын

I like the idea of prints, loved your leaf prints. Some looked frame ready and they are all cool for card backgrounds. 💕🇨🇦💕

@lynsalehuecker1718 4 жыл бұрын

Love paper printing with the Gelli. I tend to overthink but you just keep going and everything turns out amazing! Thanks for sharing.

@vickyborowski4085 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for showing this! Really cool!

@cathymorris8072 4 жыл бұрын

Love, love, love these cards! Can't wait to try them out!

@gloriabrese8197 2 жыл бұрын

YAY ! Let's hear it for the magic mug ! I also have a plastic shoe box I save my larger scraps ! 🙋 Nana in se OK usa

@1maacha1 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea on cleaning off your prayers!!!! I really want a gel press!!! I totally loved the ones you hated too lol.

@natalies.250 4 жыл бұрын

I don't have a gel press, but I can definitely see how addictive it can be! Thanks for sharing your work process.

@denisetebbs2742 Жыл бұрын

I love this tutorial! I am completely non artistic so need inspiration from others and you've given me so many ideas - thank you xx

@paulaaddison546 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for so much inspiration and showing your inspiration in real time! There was so many possibilities, love what you chose🥰

@ORMCraftyDesigns 4 жыл бұрын

This looks so fun. Love the bright colors and the bold prints.

@Cyrilmc222004 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Laurel, I really really enjoyed watching you playing with the Gelli Plate and then watching you creating all these amazing and awesome cards from those print’s. You certainly have inspired me to get up and make dozens of prints too. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤❤

@noran.7376 4 жыл бұрын

What fun!! I think this could be addicting!!! LOVE your cards!

@jonnabell1008 4 жыл бұрын

Between you and Justine's Technique class, I now MUST HAVE a gel plate! Love, Love, Love your prints! Thank you!

@jelee5240 4 жыл бұрын

No nonsense, full of inspiration and perfect results - thank you, brilliant.

@amycairns6005 4 жыл бұрын

Such an organic look - love it. Thanks Laurel for the inspiration

@joycemccullough7856 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your ideas. I love playing with my gel plate. Can’t wait to try this. 💕

@annettefertitta6868 4 жыл бұрын

Love these, especially the ones you salvage by a stamp, stencil, or die! My favorites are the turquoise and lilacs/Lavenders, also love your process!

@k30gentle 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Just wow! I mean wow! Fun.

@janetteflener6229 4 жыл бұрын

I’m loving these! I have not used my gel press in so long! Thanks for all the great ideas

@barbaraarmstrong4295 4 жыл бұрын

Wow again. Thanks for sharing some of the processing you do to pull things together. I loved.... loved.... loved it!

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@laurynecunningham832 4 жыл бұрын

I think I need a brayer and gel press now! It was so much fun watching you make those backgrounds- your cards are gorgeous!

@cindydecker57 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, you created great background gel prints and then you turned them into beautiful cards! Thanks for the inspiration ❣️

@lisa10908 4 жыл бұрын

How very cool these prints are! I love these!

@melissafriedrich3171 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, beautiful cards, love the vibrant colors and the fun gel press techniques. Thanks for sharing making cards out of your backgrounds. Love the magic mugs, I have some too!

@marthacarpenter756 4 жыл бұрын

I love all of the prints and cards you made, you are so talented and fun to watch😊

@darlabennett1785 4 жыл бұрын

Love love love my gel plates! Thanks for this video. Gives me ideas on how to use for cards! :)

@jsstamper 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your talents. Love your cards.

@brittanyschumaker3035 4 жыл бұрын

I just got one of these recently! So much fun!

@1happiechappie 4 жыл бұрын

So much fun! I need to get a gel press! Thanks for sharing and celebrating!

@deepalakshman4144 4 жыл бұрын

You have majorly introduced me to gel printing now which I thought I was not going to like so much but oh my the hours of fun my daughter and I can have with this is just mind blowing and cool. Love the cards you made with these backgrounds.

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! I print with my 7 year old. She adds fun shapes to the gel press before printing! Give it a whirl!

@korenricci3152 3 жыл бұрын

Man oh man...I can’t wait to pull out my plate today! I purchased one months ago and I’ve made so many prints. Some I liked some I loved some I hated and simply don’t know what to do with. Also, I’ve made numerous tools. Stuff like, stamps (made w “trash”) and old napkin rings and different sizes of plastic cups (I’ve made some cool “bubbles” w those) and lots of pieces of fabric and things for texture. I have stencils but most are small and my plate is 12”x14”. The small stencils simply aren’t giving me the effect I wanted. So, it’s been about 4-5 weeks since I last used it. I HATED what I ended up w! After watching your tutorial not only have I realized the amazing stencils I can make w my Cricut but you’ve also shown me what I can do to save the work I last made. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the prints you pulled! Thank you for the inspiration I desperately needed. Apologizes for the wordiness of my comment....i’m just so excited to make some large stencils and start pulling up some art! Thank you for sharing your process:)

@LaurelBeard 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Your comment has made my day! I love it. And napkin rings for bubbles? That is utterly brilliant!

@cindyroman-daversa9194 4 жыл бұрын

Loved watching you create all of those backgrounds!!! So cool!

@vivianarendt7989 4 жыл бұрын

Loved your ‘thinking out loud’. Helps me to figure out how I can do it too... lovely, fun cards

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@gailagilliland3268 4 жыл бұрын

How fun! You make using the gelli plates look like so much fun. And the cards are beautiful. Thank you for being a part of this video hop to celebrate 5000 subscribers for the three ladies. BTW I am a new subscriber here ♥️

@LaurelBeard 4 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thanks for joining in on the hop and subbing!