Yes, Spring really is here and I have the allergies to prove it. Today, I'd like to share a simple technique with you that really makes a wow on your card or project.
It's a form of the Emboss Resist technique.
Mini Tutorial:
- Stamp image using VersaMark ink.
- Heat emboss with white EP.
- Let cool.
- Create a mask with thin paper with torn edges. (I used sticky notes. The sticky part helps to hold them in place on your project.) I went for a rectangular shape for my background.
- Lightly sponge over your stamped, embossed image working in a circular motion. Notice that mine is darker around the image and gets lighter as you work your way out.
- Add a sentiment, embellishments, and layer onto your card base.
- Stamp a coordinating image onto your envelope. (I like to do the lower, left corner on the front and the flap on the back.)
- That's it!
Tip:
For a really nice, finished look, add a layer of white CS to the inside of the card. You can add more stamping inside or leave blank, for writing a note.
Notice that I added a little detail to the card by making a series of knots in the ribbon. The ribbon is wrapped around the black CS layer before attaching that layer to the card.
I hope you'll give this technique a try. It's really fun and truly does create a wow factor on your card or project. If you don't want the torn edges effect, you could always use the negative image from a piece of CS cut with a framelit, such as one of our ovals or one of our Apothecary labels, for your background sponging.
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