I've been having a great time using the HOLLY BOUGH STENCIL 88611 and my Hero Arts inks. I've got lots of backgrounds ready for cards:
For today's card I did something a little bit different instead of using one of the prepared backgrounds. I cut three pieces of KEY LIME DOTS paper and three pieces of white cardstock to layer together on a card front, each one a bit smaller than the last. I used a quarter inch corner rounder punch on all of the corners. I stacked up the three pieces of white cardstock and secured the stencil on top with washi tape. I then used a fingertip dauber to add Hero Arts Green Hills ink through the stencil openings.
Another time I'd use some removable tape to hold those layers together more securely, though I like the look I achieved. The next step was to mount each of the pieces on its own backing of the dots paper.
To finish the card I used a tape runner on the back of each piece and carefully lined up the images to create the stacked layers, adhering it all to a white notecard.
There's plenty of space to add a sentiment on the bottom layer, and I will probably tie on a piece of white dotted key lime ribbon before mailing it out. I could also add a die cut on top of everything if I wanted even more dimension or I could stack the layers with foam tape. I think I could use this card almost any season of the year--with added flowers for spring or summer, berries and a cardinal for Christmas or winter, and an appropriate greeting.
Happy Crafting!
I love this idea, and I think I will do it for the next cards!
Posted by: marta | 08/16/2016 at 10:41 PM