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Creating Ink Swatches + Giveaway

Pretty Pink Posh: Creating Ink Swatches

Well hello everyone, it’s Nina-Marie here! I’m so glad you’ve stopped by the Pretty Pink Posh blog. Today I have a fun video tutorial for you featuring an idea on how you can use your Pretty Pink Posh Mini Tag dies to create your very own custom ink swatches!

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I love being able to create attractive yet functional organization solutions for my creative space; my craft room is evidence of that. I find that the Mini Tag dies are the perfect size for using as ink swatches that allow me to keep my ink colors organized and handy as I am creating.

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In my video tutorial, I am going to walk you through how I created these tags very simply. Depending on how large your ink collection is, you’ll probably spend a little bit of time die cutting but it goes by pretty quickly, especially if you’re watching a movie or something while you pass the dies through your die cutting machine over and over!

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For the swatch ring, I used a large hoop earring that I found at my craft store. I chose this particular ring system because I love the flip-clasp closure of the hoop, which allows easy access to the ink swatches and keeps them secure when I want them all to stay on the ring. However, you can use whatever type of ring you prefer to hold your swatches. You can also find similar, inexpensive hoop earrings in the jewelry section of local box stores like Target, Walmart, etc, or purchase binder rings in the office section or on Amazon HERE.

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To see how I created this ink swatch tag ring, be sure to watch the video below! If you enjoy, be sure to give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel.

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Nina-Marie did such a great job showing how just a few products (that is in most of our craft areas) can be used to organize our inks. If you’re interested in any of the products she mentioned, we have linked them below to make it easier for you!

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We wanted to have a giveaway in this post for the brand new Mini MISTI tool for those who want to create their own ink swatches, or use on your paper craft projects.  Enter the giveaway to win one of these handy tools, along with the versatile Mini Tags die set!

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If you have any questions about this post, feel free to leave it in the comments! Thanks so much for stopping by and spending some time with me; I’ll see you again soon!

xoxo, Nina-Marie

257 Comments

  1. Great step by step tutorial Nina-Marie! I am currently working on some birthday cards for family members, and I need to make a few thank you cards also. Whatever the makes – it’s always fun! :-)

  5. I currently do not have time to work on a project. Homework is taking all my time. I am counting down to summer break to do some crafting.

  6. Right now I am working on several cards and a quilling project.

  8. Thanks so much for the contest. This Misti would help so much with my card making projects and the die set is adorable.

  9. This is such a fabulous idea! Funny that you post this giveaway cause I was thinking of doing something like this with my ink and punches! Thanks for the chance to win! Xoxoxo

  11. In the process of moving so, no projects right now. But as soon as we are settled I plan on making some birthday cards for family members!

  14. I am working on finding my missing mojo right now! I’ve been doing a little reorganizing in hopes of stirring up some inspiration.

  15. I love my Brother label maker. Right now I am painting the lower side of pinecones to look like spring flowers

  16. Swatch books are a great way to keep track of all kinds of stash! Love it!

  17. Fabulous idea and using a butterfly stamp makes it so cute. PPP always making something special, extra special!

  19. Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing and for the chance to win! :)

  20. I’m making some small cards to put in my daughter’s backpack. LIttle pick-me-ups, since she’s been having a hard time lately. Thanks for the chance to win!

  21. Awesome idea that I really need to do! lol Thanks for the chance to win an awesome prize.

    1. And I am going to work on my Easter cards today – I’m so behind!

  23. This is a wonderful idea! Thanks for the video tutorial! Right now I’m working on Easter cards.

  25. Wow. I love the way you’ve swatched your inks. The tag swatches look so beautiful. Such a great way of getting more out of PPP dies! Thanks for sharing. :)
    I’m currently working on a card and will hopefully get it finished by the weekend. Would love to win the mini MISTI!

  28. I just finished my Easter cards crocheted Easter bunnies for my grandkids. Next I’m going to work on some gifts for the Women’s tea at church and party favors for my grandson’s 2nd bday!

  30. Awesome video! Love all the beautiful colors! So need to make me a color swatch! Thanks so much for sharing!

  31. Those ink swatch tags are looking so cute.
    I’m currently working on some birthday cards for my stash and am trying to squeeze in some Christmas cards as well. I’m finding that challenge blogs are a good incentive to get creative in my spare time. Thanks for the chance to win this awesome giveway.

  33. I really like that you used an earring to hold all of your swatches.

  34. Such a wonderful idea! I love that the swatches are so little. Perfect for storage and for use!

    Thanks for the amazing giveaway! I’ve got the mini Misti on my birthday wish list and certainly wouldn’t complain if I got one sooner!

  35. Thanks for a chance to win! I need to get working on making some swatches now!

  36. I need to make a birthday card for my daughter-in-law and I am working on beginning embossing projects for our church stamping group.

  38. Nina-Marie, I always love your tutorials and videos! Thus is great. I am getting allot of inks and need to do the swatch aamples, just love this!TFS

  39. I am sold! Now I organize on index cards, and it is not near as nice or pretty as this. Must do this right away.. Thanks for the great idea!

  41. Such a great idea for organizing your ink colours. I have done something similar with all of my embossing folders and punches to keep on my desk. Love making tags and I don’t own a tag die, these are sweet! Great job Nina!

  42. Family arriving tomorrow for Easter so in the past couple of weeks I have completed six
    pages for my scrapbook and four cards. Will get back to crafting next week. Love your
    “organizational” idea for the colour swatches.

  45. Great step by step tutorial! Thanks for sharing! I am currently working on some Easter cards for my family and friends. Thank you for this amazing chance to win!

  46. Currently working on all things baby shower. Just finished the invites and favors, next decorations and games.

  47. Love the swatch shapes! They’re so east to flip through and find what colour you need. Thank you for the chance to win!

  49. Right now I am reorganizing my 25 year inventory of punches by shape and theme! Thanks for your inspiration maybe my inks are next:)

  51. Well, dang! I was so inspired by your sequin storage tutorial, I bought 2 of the Darice organizers. Now all my sequins, beads and embellishments are organized so pretty! I really should make these swatches–a lot of times, I will stamp out a small image to select ink pad colors for cards on scraps of paper (which I throw away when I’m done). I just made some color swatches yesterday for my Prima Watercolor paints (saw another tutorial online) and they are very helpful. Swatches save time and trees. I need to do this! Thank you, Nina Marie for another great video on organizing–these have been super helpful!

  52. I’m working on a mixed media canvas for my SS. She has lost 5 babies and wanted something to remember them by. I am also working on Easter cards and treat boxes for my grandchildren!

  53. I just finished making an Easter basket for a friend that I will be meeting for lunch today. Yes,I tend to be a last-minute crafter!

  55. I’m working on a Mother’s Day layout from 1990. Just a little behind.

  56. This is a fantastic idea! Now te question is, what else can I use this idea for? Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!!

  58. PPP dies are the MOST beautiful ones I’ve ever seen!! So versatile!! I wish I could own at least one set…!!

  59. Great idea. I have been trying to figure out a better way of organizing my ink colors.

  60. Great way to store your ink colors on swatches. I like the idea of having them handy to stick in my purse so I can match paper with what inks I have. Your tutorial was very instructive and easy to follow. Now the fun of creating begins! TFS

  61. Great tip! What an easy and quick way to organize ink color’s. Plus, you know what the color will look like when used on paper. Thanks

  62. Thanks for the tips! I like that you used a butterfly stamp for your swatches. They’re so much more fun than if you had used a plain circle or square. Thanks for the chance to win! A MISTI is at the top of my wishlist! It would make my crafting life so much easier!! :)

  63. Such a great idea!! Thanks for sharing. Would love to keep track of my inks with this system, especially if I can get my hands on a misti!

  65. Thank you for tutorial.. I do not have many inks.. Maybe in the future I’ll do ink swatches but for now I am working on several cards with new Products. I just play play and play.Thanks for the chance to win!

  67. I just finished up springtime butterfly tags for my kids’ teachers and I made a card for the Coffee Lover’s Blog Hop.

  68. Super fun!! I plan on making this as soon as possible!! Thanks for the awesome video!!!

  69. I’m working on a couple of cards for design team projects and I’ve started a couple of Mother’s Day cards.

  70. Great idea to make the swatches. I’m always checking the colours on scrap paper before I use them. This would save time!

  71. I’m working on cards for a friend’s church bazaar right now. A Misti tool would really help with making multiple images!

  73. Great vid. I love swatching new inks. Love the idea of using those tags ♥

    I’m currently not working on a crafty project. I’m working on my coloring class ;) Coloring is my destressor….lol

  75. Thanks for the chance! I’m working on some cards and a banner.

  77. I just finished making 28 birthday cards for my mom to send to her grandkids and my sivlings, and their spouces. A misting would have been very helpful with those cards. I still need to make more birthday cards for my own stash.

  78. You are so clever! Loving the earring idea. I created something similar but my binder clips were always way too small. Love the idea of pulling out the label maker to do the ink names too. :)

  79. Thanks for sharing. This is a great tool to keep track of inventory and avoid purchasing duplicate colors, as well as coordinate color schemes on any crafting projects.

  80. Terrific idea and
    would be so fun
    to use this system.
    Thanks for the
    awesome giveaway!
    I’m starting to work
    on Mother’s Day
    cards now.
    Carla from Utah

  81. Wow! What a fabulous giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win! This is such a great tutorial, thank you for sharing. Have a great day!

  83. I have my ink samples set up the same way and it’s great! Would love to win a new Misti! Thanks for the chance.

  84. What a great idea!! Thanks for sharing and for the chance to win!!

  85. I’m working on cards for my card class next week.
    Easter was early so I’m scrambling to find ideas for April.
    Love the idea of the swatch cards. I have so many different
    types of ink – the cards would help me see what I have and what th
    colors of each are.
    thanks.

    1. Just have to tell you that I started my swatch collection. It isn’t as fancy as yours but
      it will get the job done. Thanks for the idea.
      Happy Easter

  87. Swatcha doin?! : ) I need to update my swatches, thanks for the tips! Right now, tho, I’m concentrating on making cards for the Coffee Lovers Hop.

  88. A great way to see what colors you have. I just adore those sweet tags to use. Thank you Right now I have been works on making Easter cards and my journal. I have also been making Just Smile cards to give to people.

  90. OH I wish I was working on a craft project right now instead of sneaking in some Internet time during this training! Thanks for an amazing give away.

  91. A great idea for the color swatch. I’m currently finishing a card for a friend who had a mastectomy. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  92. I’m making cards!!! Planning to send out some “Happy Mail” soon for some of my peeps! ;)

  93. Love the idea of using an earring as sometimes d-rings can be difficult to open

  94. I am still working on my Easter Shaker Cards they have turned into a bit of an Addiction. Hope you have a Lovely Easter!

  95. I’m working on some cards as well as thinking about diving back into my scrapbooking….

  96. What a great way to organize your ink colors; thanks for all the tips.

  97. What a great idea and video!! Thanks for the chance to win a Mini Misti:)

  100. Thanks for the tutorial and the giveaway!! We moved to Kansas from NJ last weekend and I still haven’t unboxed my craft supplies. Hope to get it all out and start creating this coming weekend.
    -Berina
    Moxie Craftie

  101. I just finished a few birthday cards and unfortunately I have to make a sympathy card now. I’ve tried to make them in advance but those are the cards I seem to spend more time on. Have a nice today.

  102. I am working on making card-in-a-box with Stephanie Bernard’s dies. They are time consuming but need a gift for a friend and will make 4 of them. would love to win a mini MISTI to make this process easier.

  106. I’m working on making mini churches with my 5th grade students. They are using them for prayer boxes. I’m really excited and they are using PPP sequins and embellies to personalise.

  107. I’m currently planning the design to make baby shower invitations for a baby shower for my daughter. I bet a mini MISTI would make the production go so much quicker. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

  108. Great tutorial! I do love the butterflies instead of just a rectangle or othe shape.
    I am 2 pages away from finishing a scrapbook for my grandson of the Disney Cruise we went on a few years ago. I’m also wanting to make another card for the Spring Coffee Lovers Hop, especially since I need more cards to send people.

  109. Great idea, love your tag swatches. I’m making some tags for Easter, afterward maybe I’ll make some swatch tags too.

  110. This is such a fantastic way to organize your inks and swatches, not to mention super helpful when needing to match up colors! Thank you so much for sharing this idea as well as for having such a generous giveaway!

  111. This is actually perfect timing. I’m doing my first ever craft room clean up organization. I just got all my stamps and dies separated today. And started working on my ink. I’m new to crafting so not sure if it matters if you store ink right side up or upside down. But, could definitely use this video and the prize could only be the icing on the cake.:)

  112. I am making cards for Easter right now but am almost done and going to start on Mothers Day ones.

  113. What a great idea. Thank you for all of the inspiration that you give!

  114. This is a great organization tip. I just finished making all my Easter cars and taking a little breather to get all my Easter stuff done. :)

  115. Loved this tutorial! Thanks! I’m working on some Easter cards.

  118. Great idea with cute stitched tags, love that die! I’m working on thank you cards right now: I can’t seem to make them fast enough!

  120. Great idea for inks! I have so many and cannot keep track of them all. Thank you for the great idea and for sharing that stamp set, too. I need to get it!

  121. Wow such a great idea and right now I’m working on an pocket letter and a bunch of cards for birthdays and friends thanks for the chance

  122. Great post..I recently did some swatches as well but these look so much better..have to try them out! Thanks for the giveaway too! Xx

  124. I missed Easter cards so I’m working on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day cards.

  125. Such a cute idea. I just started my ink collection. Would love the chance to win the mini misti and the adorable tag set! Thank you.

  126. Great idea. And so easy with items I already have on hand.

    1. And I am working on birthday cards and any other fun cards I can think of!

  131. Love the idea and your video. Can’t wait to do this for my stash oh ink pad colors.

  132. Great tutorial and a lovely giveaway. I was just trying to work out a swatch book solution! I’m actually unpacking my craft room having just moved. First up is thank you cards to all those wonderful people who helped with the move!

  133. Actually I’m swatching all my inks, paints, pastels and so on. It takes so much time but will save some more when it will be done. It won’t be as pretty as yours but there will be :)

  134. I have three projects in progress. A birthday card for a crafty friend. A mini album to record all my daughter’s favorite things every year on her birthday. And a set of thank you cards to exchange with my monthly stamp club.

  137. I’m working on ink swatch organisation and labelling my copies at the moment, so this tutorial is perfect timing! Thanks for a chance to win as well! :)

  138. I’m a card maker and am working on a set of 12 different handmade cards to give my sister for her birthday. I do this every year and she loves to have an assortment of cards to send out. I would LOVE to win a mini-misti to help in my crafting!

  140. Such a great idea, not only is it practical but it’s also so attractive! Thank you for the chance to win!

  141. I love the swatches idea! I need to make a couple of baby shower cards!

  142. Hi, I’m currently working on a batch of just because cards, just because I love making them! 😂 todays are focused around coffee

  144. What a great way to organize your ink swatches! Thanks for sharing. Right now no time to craft but hoping to get back in the studio again soon.

  145. I just finished my last easter card. EEK!
    Will have to swatch my inks, too. Thanks for the opportunity to win this awesome giveaway ♡

  146. Love this ink swatch idea-pretty & practical! I need to finish up another Easter card today. I guess this will be one that I need to hand deliver-yikes!!

  150. Love this idea and it looks pretty also! Perfect way to organized and to be able to see the colors at a glance.Thanks for a chance to win!

  151. Great way to keep track of all the inks we own. Fast reference for the right colour needed. Thank you for the chance to win

  152. Thanks for sharing! I just finished my Easter cards now I’m on to a couple birthday cards and a wedding card.

  153. I am going to try an anniversary banner for my daughters first wedding anniversary! Your tips are always appreciated, thank you!

  155. Great video. I think I like this way over some of the others I’ve seen. Using the earring is a really cute idea. Definitely easier to open. Thanks so much for sharing! 💗💗💗

  156. I’m still trying to find a good way to organize my stamp pads and stamps that works for me. I will have to try this!

  157. Working on some cards for a friend!!. Thanks so much for a chance to win!!

  158. I have ink swatches sorted by brand, but I should also do this by color!! Love the idea!!

  160. Awesome giveaway! I’m working on Easter cards right now, and then I want to get some Birthday cards done to have on hand.

  162. I need to do this! awesome!!!
    I am working on some cards. I signed up to swap in an international swap, and I am working on my idea.

  163. I love the idea of swatch in my inks what a great tutorial . .. thank you for the opportunity to win! Good luck everyone!

  164. Love the organizational video. Unfortunately I am working on sympathy cards right now ass a long time family frien passed way.

  165. Great ideas! Love the idea of having an earring for the holder. Thanks for sharing!

  166. This is a great idea. Very handy and better than the file in which I keep my swatches currently. I think I will be using this for keeping track of color combos for multi-step stamps. And thanks for the giveaway!

  168. I love this idea! I am currently working on some Thank You cards as a gift for my cousin for her baby shower.

  172. I don’t have a lot of inks, but this is a great idea, especially for people who have a lot to choose from. I am making Easter treat boxes today. (Praying to get them finished by tonight!)

  173. Wonderful way to see what you have and check colors. Thanks for the option to win something. the Misiti looks like a wonderful tool

  174. I love the little tag dies! and who could not use a Misti?
    TY for the give away.

  179. OMG!! I would love to win both of these!! I actually don’t have any ink swatch. I don’t have ton’s of ink, but am trying to build a collection of colors. I was always thinking I didn’t really need a swatch, but whenever I’m in the stores or on-line…I don’t really remember what colors I do have. This would be great to tuck in my purse as a reminder if I’m physically going out to shop, or just grab when I’m shopping on line!!! I’m definitely going to make one of these!!

  182. What a great way to have your ink colors at hand! I am currently working on a big project. ..organizing a new craft room. The swatch idea will be helpful for this project. ..and of course the misti would be a great addition!

  185. What a pretty way to do the color swatches. Enjoyed her presentation. Currently I am working on organization of my supplies and work room. Thanks.

  186. I really need a MISTI! I have been wanting/needing one since it first came out however, the price was out of my budget :(

    PPP Designers, Tutorials are the bomb! Easy to follow and understand even for a novice crafter <3 JAI YO PPP!

  187. Great information! I have four men in my family who have May birthdays. Now that Easter cards are on their way, I need birthday cards. Thanks for the chance to win.

  189. Now this is an awesome idea. I’m in the midst of reorganizing my craftroom & I absolutely love this idea. I think I’m going to try it with inks, punches & maybe I’ll find other uses as well. Thank you so much for sharing this idea. My fingers are crossed to Win the Misti, I’ve wanted one for so long! This giveaway is fantastic! 😊☀🎨💖

  190. Great organization idea! I’m currently working on a project for a sister swap.

  192. Great tips on organizing your ink swatches. I tend to sort my inks by types – Distress, Pigment, Dye inks.

  193. That was so incredibly helpful. I have stacks of ink pads and just forget about them and really don’t know their true colors and if I had this right next to me I would use more of my inks (other than black all the time!!!!) and would make better use of space too! Cool beans!!! It’s a win win!!! 👏👏👏

  194. I love all your work, your my inspiration…a lot of Great Ideas. Thank you.

  195. Thank you for the chance to win…I’m working on some thank you cards for friends that have been helpful lately!

  196. I love the Birdie Friends and Notes. Thanks for all the ideas in the last week. I’m sure I will use them all.

  198. Thank you for the video, it was great!!
    I need to reorganize and this helps a lot!❤️

  199. This is a great idea that helps save time and makes creating fun cards.

  201. I’m currently working on completing some foiling projects that I started awhile back.

  204. My daughter and I just finished making Easter cards. She is only five years old. Love to watch her creativity come out.

  205. I am working on a birthday card for my sister in law and a couple of just for your and thinking of you cards for some friends.

  206. Not working on anything, getting ready to bury my daddy in the am…had been working on some men’s cards…thanks for the offer

  207. Love the swatches idea. I am working on altering an egg carton for spring and making note cards.

  209. I’m spending the long weekend watching lots of videos and trying out new techniques, need some new ideas for cards!!!! Thank you so much for the chance to win, I could never afford to buy one myself, so this is most appreciated!

  210. Working on a belated birthday card … I really feel so badly that I missed a friend’s birthday … hopefully she’ll forgive me! I’ll use extra PPP sequins, and bedazzle her!!
    =]

  212. I love your products. The ink organizing swatch tip is a great idea. I would love to win the Misti bundle. I just biught a Misti for my sister for her birthday. Now I am waiting to get mine.

  214. Love the tutorial. Thanks so much for sharing. Right now, I am working on Mother’s Day cards. I have a lot to make and the Misti is a great tool that can help me mass produce my cards. Thanks for the give-a-way opportunity! #excited

  216. Having a fun time making Easter cards ~ I should have started earlier! A great idea for color swatches! I would love to win that mini MISTI! Thanks for the chance!

  217. Awesome idea. Thank you for sharing. . .going to make mine tomorrow

  218. Such a useful idea! I think I will stamp all my inks on samples of all the current paper I use so I’ll know how the inks and paper will react with each other! I am currently working on a card for my grandsons birthday… Number 10!

  219. OMGosh thanks for the wonderful ink swatch idea. LoVe your video.
    Right now I am working on restocking my card supply.
    Crafty hugs,
    Dawn
    DesignsByDragonfly.blogspot

  220. Great idea to have all of your ink colors handy while working on your projects!! Easy to match up with paper & embellishments too! TFS!! Hugs! Susan

  223. Great idea. Thanks for the tutorial. Would LOVE to win a Misti. Thanks.

  224. Great tutorial, love this idea! I am currently working on a box of cards to have at work for various occasions. Thanks for the giveaway!

  225. Working on a wedding quilt and some birthday cards for a shaker swap.

  228. I love the swatch ring idea! I am presently working on some Spring and thank you cards.

  229. I’m working on a photo book of our exchange student’s sophomore year so he can take it home with him when school is out.

  230. Well , Easter cards are all done and mailed and there are always birthday cards to be needed. Thank you for a chance to win the mini misti and tag dies.

  232. Great tip! I have been eyeballing that label maker & think I need to take the plunge! Thanks for the chance to win :)

  233. I just finished up all of my Easter projects…now onto making a card and pretty gift bag for someone at work who will be celebrating a birthday next week.

  234. A terrific tutorial, and fantastic way to keep track of all the different shades and kinds of ink I have! TFS and for holding this giveaway.

  237. I’m working on finishing up some travel scrapbook albums so I can move onto new albums.

  238. I am die cutting rectangles out of watercolor paper and embossing different greetings. I then use distress inks and spray with water and blot. The best part is glueing on matching sequins to finish it off. These are really quick cards!

  239. These swatches are so handy! I’m currently creating a lot of birthday cards to fill up my stash!

  240. Thank you for the great Idea! I think by doing this I will always know what the colors are and which ones to use together right away.

  241. Fantastic tutorial! I really need something like this for everything, dies, markers, etc. I have been working on Easter crafts all week! I always have more ideas than I have time or supplies for. I bought my girls a twirly desk thingie and filled them with Spring bulbs that are blooming. I did some flat marble magnets for Easter and even joined in the Easter Coffee Lover’s Blog hop, finally! LOL. Happy Easter to all of your girls at PPP! Thanks

  243. I usually make cards, but recently all my craft time has been taken over making props for a musical production my daughter is performing in! I am enjoying it, but missing my card making time!!

  245. I’m currently making several birthday cards. Lots of birthdays coming up soon ^_^ Thanks for the chance to win!

  247. Such a fun tutorial! I am currently on vacation so I am not working on anything. Thank you for the chance to win.

  253. Love the swatch book … cool idea. Thanks for hosting such a great contest.

  254. Thanks for the chance to win. I am working on Thank You cards and Mother’s Day cards 😀

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