I like to do a few 12" x 12" sheets with this background so I can have them handy when I need them. The background leaves are Hero Arts. The three leaves stamp and verse is Magenta .Randomly put down some ink colors using the direct to paper method. (DTP) Stamp leaves in colors simular to the ink layed down. Leaves should be darker in color. If the area is yellow then maybe you can stamp in orange. After stamping each time, clean/rub your stamp over the area just stamped. Have a sponge handy to fill in areas with the direct to paper method (only if needed.) Continue until you have your desired effect. Cut peice of CS to the size you want. Stamp leaves in black pigment ink and emboss with black embossing powder. Now lightly pat your versa mark pad over entire piece of CS (remember, pat lightly) and emboss in clear. Notice the background is not a smooth finish. This is what you want.
Use your imagination and see what you can come up with. I use this technique a lot.
The "Life" stamp below is from Verses Rubber Stamps
Direct to paper for background, then stamped with permanent ink. Cover entire piece of CS with Versa mark and emboss. Repeat embossing step until desired effect is acheived. The stamp is Hero Arts
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4 comments:
Wow, I just found your blog and can't wait to try some of your backgrounds etc. What an inspiration!!! Gorgeous cards and wonderful ideas. Karen W
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These are so beautiful!! You really are an expert at the stamping techniques!! TFS!! :) Love that bottom one and the shiny look it has!! The shimmer on the top one is gorgeous!
Hi , came to visit you and thank you for becoming a follower on my blog. I am glad I did, your cards and backgrounds are wonderful.So many different techniques, I really like your style.
xx Vee
This is one fun and stunning looking background you've created here.
I think I'll have to give this a try.
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