Creating your first stamped card can be both exciting and a bit overwhelming, especially if you’re new to stamping and card making. But fear not! In this video, we’re diving into the basics to help you build confidence and make crafting a truly enjoyable experience. From understanding essential supplies to mastering basic techniques, you’ll discover step-by-step guidance to create beautiful cards the easy way.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- Basic stamp supplies (not all the things you don’t need yet)
- Make 2 easy cards
- How to clean your stamps
- How to change from one stamp to another
- How to use one color of ink to get 2 tones of the same color
- How to use the correct pressure when inking up your stamp
- How to step up your card design by adding layers
- How to switch colors of ink when stamping so you don’t your stamp pad dirty
- No-measuring way to stamp and cut a sentiment
- How to add details to your cards to make them special but still very quick and easy
- Add colored layer for a different look to your card
- Stained stamps? That’s normal
- How to clean the Stampin’ Scrub and Simply Shammy
- Several easy card making ideas you can make in minutes!
Video Tutorial
Basic Stamping & Card Making Supplies
There are just a few essential supplies you need to get started.
Card Making Essentials Supply List (just the basics – nothing extra):
- Stamp set
- Acrylic Stamp Blocks
- Basic White Cardstock and Envelopes (or Basic White Note Cards & Envelopes Pack)
- Ink Stampin’ Pad in black and other colors
- Simply Shammy or Stampin’ Scrub & Mist to clean your stamps
- Paper Trimmer
- Adhesive
Make Your First Handmade Cards
Start by picking a stamp set you like. For these cards, I used Stampin’ Up!’s Pretty Florals along with the Simply Said stamp set for the words. The Basic White Note Cards and Envelopes come in a pack of 20 cards that come pre-scored and 20 envelopes. This is perfect for beginners, so you don’t need to cut anything.
In this tutorial, I’ll show you two basic ways to make this card, so you can choose the option that fits your style, supplies, and time:
2 card-making options included:
Just Stamping – no cutting or gluing
Stepped-Up with Layers – add a piece of colored cardstock behind the stamped layer
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METHOD 1 – Just Stamping – no cutting or gluing
For a no cutting or measuring option, use Basic White Note Cards & Envelopes.
If you want to cut your own, use these measurements:
Basic White:
- Card Base: 7” x 5”
score at 3 ½”
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METHOD 2 – Stepped-Up with Layers – add a piece of colored cardstock behind the stamped layer
For a no cutting or measuring option, use Basic White Note Cards & Envelopes. If you want to cut your own, use these measurements:
Basic White:
- Card Base: 7” x 5”
- score at 3 ½”
- Layer: 2 ¾” x 4 ¼”
- Sentiment: scrap and trim to fit
Basic Black:
- Layer: 3” x 4 ½”
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To add variation, change out the Basic Black layer with a color that coordinates with your images.
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Don’t forget to stamp on the insides of your cards and the envelopes!
Ready for More Ideas?
Our 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.
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