This month, we’re adding another fantastic addition to your card-making toolkit: a versatile card-making template designed for ease and adaptability. The magic lies in its unique center strip, which can be adjusted to fit any stamp set you have in mind.
Watch the video for a technique for stamping with multiple colors!
Whether you’re creating birthday greetings, holiday wishes, or just a simple note to brighten someone’s day, this template offers endless creative possibilities. Gather your supplies and get ready to enhance your card-making projects with simplicity and flair!
Templates are a fantastic tool for both seasoned crafters and those new to the world of card-making. They provide a structured starting point, sparking creativity and allowing you to focus on the fun parts—choosing colors, stamps, and embellishments. With a good template, you’ll be able to whip up beautiful cards in no time!
Card Base: 8 ½” x 5 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”
or 11” x 4 ¼”, scored at 5 ½”
Focal Layer: 5” x 3 ¾”
Layer 1: 5” x ½”
Layer 2: 5” x 1 ½”
I used Stampin’ Up!’s Happy Place stamp set for all the cards shown, and it’s such a fun set to play with! With that big bold stamp, it makes card making super quick. Scroll down to learn 4 techniques for adding multiple colors to that stamp.
Above are a few more cards using the same measurements as the template!
Our new book is packed with ideas to make creativity simple. It will save you time because the measurements are provided, so you can do more of what you love…creating gorgeous cards to make loved ones happy! Available in spiral-bound print or digital download.
Book includes:
Looking to add a colorful flair to your stamp projects?
Here are four fun and easy techniques to stamp with multiple colors:
1. Gradient Glow: Ink your stamp with the lightest color and use a sponge dauber to layer a darker shade on top.
2. Half & Half: Apply the lightest ink to the whole stamp. Wipe away ink from half with a paper towel, then stamp the cleared area with a darker ink directly from the pad.
3. Dauber Delight: Start with the lightest ink covering the stamp. Clear half with a paper towel and use a sponge dauber to add darker ink to that area.
4. Color Blend: Ink one half of the stamp with the lightest color and the other half with a darker shade, leaving a gap. Blend the colors using a sponge dauber inked with the light color to achieve full coverage.
Try these techniques and watch your projects come to life with vibrant colors!
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