Hey, Stampers!
As promised, I just tried the stencil-water-emboss technique with Stampin' Up! Rich Razzleberry ink and one of our Decorative Masks. I believe it worked just as well as the Distress Ink. It's not as easy to apply our ink evenly direct-to-paper, so I also tried it with a rubber brayer - many coats (top photo). My inked piece is more evenly colored (if that's what you want), but I am impressed with the top, transfer piece especially.