Enjoy Creativity | Technique Focus | Paper

Ever tried making your own designer paper? With so many beautiful stamps to choose from, it’s easier than you might think!

Begin by using a simple image or two to build your confidence, then work your way up to multiple images and two-step stamps. Start by stamping your larger images first, the medium-sized images next, and the smaller images last – if you want to fill in any gaps.

Reversible stamps like the Precious Pine Cones Stamp Set give you additional options for building up layers of colour. After stamping the detailed side, you can go back over the image with the opposite side, using the “stamp-off” technique to add subtle colour.

The ink colours used for this card are Garden Green, Old Olive, Pecan Pie, and Shaded Spruce. And for the cardstock, Pecan Pie and Poppy Parade with a hint of Gold Foil. Embellishments are Pecan Pie 1/2″ (1.3 cm) Bordered Ribbon and Blooming Pearls.

Enjoy!