Christmas *almost* in July Release in Review Blog Hop

 Hello to all!

Happy Saturday!

Welcome here for the Christmas in July Review Blog Hop. 

Vinita here! I am back with another style using the same Layering Modern Poinsettia Stencil Set for the Review hop! This is my favourite stencil now.

Here is what I have made today. I chose non-traditional colours once again.

This time, I used some pigment inks. The sentiment is from the Season of Beauty stamp set. I embellished it with some iridescent pearls. I love the color combination.

Be sure to check out the Brand Ambassador Inspirations at Uniko. Leave a comment along the way for your chance to win a £15 eGift Certificate to spend in-store. A winner will be announced on Saturday, 31st October!

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Happy crafting!

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Brand Ambassador Inspiration using a Stencil: Layering Modern Poinsettia Set

Hello everyone!

Happy Monday! Vinita here today!

Today I am featuring a new stencil, the Layering Modern Poinsettia Set. This stencil has 5 layers to make a beautiful Poinsettia pattern. 

First, I took my purple square sheet to create my pattern. I applied a layer of Wilted Violet Distress Oxide ink to create my Poinsettias. Then added a second layer through the stencil, creating flowers using Kitsch Flamingo Distress Oxide ink.

After that, I used a third dotted stencil for flower dots and added white texture paste. Then I added a fourth layer for leaf patterns. I used my white gel pen and added some doodling.

The sentiment is from the Pure Florals: Poinsettia stamp set. I heat-embossed it in white Opaque Bright White EP. Then I applied Forever Violet Perfect Pearls on the sentiment. And voila done; I love the end result!

This card is super simple to make, and you can customise it for any occasion. I hope you enjoyed today's project.

Happy crafting!

Happy day!

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Brand Ambassador Inspiration: Ink & Flip Chevron Duo

 Hello everyone!

Happy Saturday!

Vinita here today!

A mesmerising pattern of interlocked blue geometric shapes creates a vibrant optical illusion. The bold, clean lines and stark contrast conjure a dynamic mid-century modern aesthetic. It pulses with rhythmic energy, transforming a flat surface into a visually captivating, three-dimensional experience.

I used Uncharted Mariner and Mermaid Lagoon DI to create a chevron pattern using the Ink & Flip Chevron Duo stencil. I love the 3d dimensional look I achieved! I added a Happy Birthday sentiment, perfect for Masculine ones!

Happy weekend!

Happy crafting!

Brand Ambassador Inspiration: Ink & Flip Triangulate Stencil Floral card!

 Hello to all!

Happy Tuesday!

Today, I am featuring florals with geometric-shape patterns!

The 70s were known for their adventurous use of color and innovative patterns. And bold geometric shapes to earthy tones. Are you drawn to the vibrant, eye-catching colours and patterns, or do you prefer the more subdued, nature -inspired themes?

On a white square panel, I placed my Ink & Flip Triangulate stencil and blended the Fossilized amber DI. I created a pattern using the Mid-Century Modern Florals stamp set in candied apple DI in between the triangular shapes. And for the leaves, I used bundled sage DI. I finished it off with the Best Wishes sentiment from the Organic Blooms stamp set! 

Happy crafting!

Brand Ambassador Inspiration: Christmas In July

 Hello everyone!

Happy Friday!

I am back with another inspiration card on Christmas theme for Uniko! 

I combined Layering Bauhaus blocks stencil set with Mid Century Modern Baubles stamp set to make my ornaments.

To make my Christmas Ornaments, I used the Altenew inks: evergreen, caribbean sky, midnight violet, red royal and fresh peach. hickory smoke archival ink. The flower is from the Flower Power #12 stamp set.

The sentiment is from the Most wonderful stamp set and created snowy dots using my white gel pen.

Have a wonderful day!

Happy crafting!

Brand Ambassador Inspiration: Christmas in July

 Hello to all!

Happy Sunday!

I hope you all are enjoying your weekend!

Uniko is ready for some Christmas inspiration cards in July in advance! And at the end of the month, some new festive release to celebrate the Christmas in July, Be ready!!!

Here is my Christmas inspiration card.

I created a Christmas card in abstract geometric style which has modern and vintage feel on it.

If you see deeply there is a big Christmas tree in this triangle pattern! So much fun with the Ink & Flip Triangulate stencil and techniques.

On a white panel, I started stenciling some of the triangles randomly using Rich Cocoa Memento ink and vintage photo Archival ink. Then I flipped the stencil and inked some triangles in cottage ivy Memento ink. I created a big triangle as Christmas tree. Then I added Gold texture paste for my abstract triangle pattern. I added some splatters too for more texture and interest. The sentiment is from the Mid Century Modern Christmas stamp set.

I finished it off with some foiled sequin stars.

Have a wonderful day!

Happy crafting!

June 2026 Reveal, Release Day with Brand Ambassador Hop & Giveaway!

Hello everyone!

Happy Friday!

Finally, today is a release day at Uniko! This release is so versatile perfect for any occasions, masculine ones, birthdays, geometrical and so on.......!

It's time to feature all the June 2026 small release!

Card 1

Background Blocks Scramble Stamp set

Pretty Thank you so Much with Floral illustrations! 

A thoughtful image makes it personal. A gorgeous contemporary card to say Thank You to a special person! They're easy to share and feel more genuine, replying with a kind gesture to make someone smile.

On a teal grey card, I played with my ZIG Brush markers to color the Thank You script in rainbow colors. And then I stamped the Floral patterns in Lady bug and Cottage ivy Memento inks.

I combined it with the new Triangulate stencil pattern on the top and bottom of the card using Sea breeze Ink. and added a dotted line with my black pen. So easy- peasy!

Card 2

Ink & Flip Triangulate stencil

I love the geometric patterns partly because they can be used simply by changing the colors, sentiments and used for any occasion!

I created a quilted grid background for my card. I love geometrics and ink blending.

On a white card base, I put my stencil diagonal and added crackling campfire DI through it. I left one triangle in between the each row to create a quilting pattern for my focal point. I flipped my stencil and repeated the same DI ▶◀ to make this pattern.

To build another layer, I again rotated my stencil and created the quilted pattern using chipped sapphire DI and again flipped my stencil to complete a square with triangular shapes using the same ink. I die cut some stitched squares and placed in between the blank space for more dimension. 

I used For my Dad sentiment to bring everything together! The dad sentiment is from the Everyday family sentiments stamp set and for you is from the Spring Botanicals Crocus stamp set.

This variation in intensity is what gives the pattern the 3D look.

I absolutely love the end result. Don't you!!

Card 3

Warm and romantic florals with dotted confetti prints, the Layering Modern Blooms stencil set, designed with a mix of expressive blossoms.

 I combined it with lilac posies, dandelion, lady bug and grape jelly Memento inks with rustic wilderness Archival ink. A perfect pick for expressive designs with retro pattern play to any creative project. The sentiment is from the Flower Power #10 stamp set.

Card 4

Ink & Flip Chevron Duo stencil set

Interlocking X- like shapes repetition in a warm, inviting pattern of peanut brittle and rich cocoa memento inks. The design carries a retro, optimistic feel with "X" pattern and just for you anchoring its message. The piece embodies affection and simple joy, a graphic ode to enduring connection and cheerful aesthetics. I combined it with Just For You sentiment from the Organic Blooms stamp set.

As always me and all the Brand Ambassadors are inspire you a little bit more for a beautiful hop here at Uniko.

Bev

Denise

Izzy

Julie

Natalie

Vinita (me)

Be sure to comment along the way for your chance to win a £20 eGift Certificate to spend in store. Winner will be announced Monday 6th July 2026.

Happy crafting!

Have a cheerful day!