Learn how to stamp with a stencil to create a beautiful two-toned blended background in this week’s tutorial!
This week’s tutorial shares how to stamp with a stencil to create a beautifully blended, two-toned background. This easy technique adds layers of color and visual texture, making it a fun way to create a unique foundation for your next paper-crafting project.
I used two coordinating Distress Oxide ink pads but any ink that activates with water will work.
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Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
Layered textures, coordinated colors, and a mix of mediums come together to create this dimensional mixed media tag.
This week’s tag tutorial features a mix of different mediums layered together to create both visual and tactile texture. While the color palette is coordinated and inspired by the printed cardstock, the added elements vary in scale to create balance and interest across the overall composition.
A variety of materials were used to bring this tag together, including a printed cardstock base, stamping ink, texture paste, ink pen details, and layered cardstock. Each medium adds its own unique dimension, working together to enhance both the visual appeal and physical texture of the design.
While cleaning up the stencil, I wiped the excess with a baby wipe through the stencil onto another leftover piece of printed cardstock, creating a slightly different take on the design. This version appears softer and more subtle, with less dimension than the original application. I have to admit, I may even prefer this look over the first—it has a gentle, understated charm.
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In the close-up image, you can see the added dimension created by the foam tape and the texture paste. It also offers a great view of the inked edges of the cardstock, which help define each layer and add depth to the overall design.
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
This week, I’m diving into a fun creative challenge using materials and products from a Peachy Cheap mystery box. I started by repurposing the packaging itself as the base for my tag, giving new life to something that might have otherwise been tossed aside.
From the mystery box, I pulled together a Brea Reese stencil (and even used its packaging), a Hampton Art stamp pad, and some Nuvo Drops to build up layers of color and texture. These supplies worked beautifully together, allowing me to add depth and interest while keeping the project cohesive and fun.
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The close up image shows the Nuvo drops that actually flattened out and rounded naturally. The sentiment is embossed and I have tutorial coming out about that soon so stay tuned.
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
Create a starry sky technique with ink and stencil.
Have you noticed a color theme lately? This week’s tag started with leftover ink from last week’s project to create the background. I used a stencil and lifted ink to add a starry effect, then finished it off with ink splatters and a touch of glittery spray—suddenly, a starry sky appeared.
This week’s tag tutorial was inspired by a purple tag and stencil combination. I’ve used the lifting technique before, but I never tire of it—the results are always unique.
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If you would like to make your own glitter spray, here is the tutorial: https://youtu.be/IGvhzpBffN4?si=EZJWZWGnuW9brVoC
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
This week’s tag features a fun technique using paint and a stencil to create a textured pattern. After that, the same paint was thinned out and used as a wash for the background, tying everything together beautifully. To finish it off, I added a typewriter-style word strip for a simple yet striking final touch.
If you are interested in the word art it can be found in the store at: [word art]
Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
The close-up image highlights the texture created by heating the paint—giving the surface a beautifully raised effect that you can truly feel in person.
Inspired by a sweet gift of Gelatos, I created this colorful tag using a stencil and creamy pigment magic!
Thanks to a dear friend (Lolly) who gifted me a variety of Gelatos, I was inspired to create this vibrant tag using a combination of Gelato pigments and a stencil. The creamy colors blended beautifully, adding soft texture and depth, while the stencil helped bring structure and detail to the design. It’s always amazing how the right supplies—and a thoughtful friend—can spark creative energy!
If you don’t know Lolly you are truly missing a great instructor. Take a moment to go visit her at Lolly Palooza.
The variety of materials used to create this week’s tag for Tag it Tuesday are shown in the above image.
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The beautiful butterfly sticker was found at the Dollar Tree. I also wanted to point out the sentiment. I covered cardstock with packing tape to get the glass-like look before die cutting.
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
This week’s tag features a fun and easy stencil smooshing technique that creates beautiful, organic texture. By combining ink, water, and a stencil, you get a dreamy, one-of-a-kind background perfect for layering and embellishing!
For this technique, I chose three coordinating colors of Distress Ink to blend together beautifully. I also selected three stencils with varying design sizes—starting with a large, bold pattern and layering down to finer, more detailed designs. This variation adds depth and interest to the final look.
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This close-up image reveals the beautiful variety of textures created on the tag using ink, paint, and water. Each layer adds dimension and interest, making the surface rich with visual detail.
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
Resist spray and Lisa Horton’s Color Explosion Powders combined to create a stunning effect on our Tag it Tuesday project. I am absolutely thrilled with the result!
I used two shades of Color Explosion on top of a stenciled resist image, creating a vibrant and dynamic effect full of colorful depth.
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Here is the full view of the finished tag. Links to the text used and the recipe for the DIY resist follow.
Using Sizzix’s stamp and stencil tool to make a card.
I used Sizzix’s Stamp and Stencil tool to make a card. Using a layered stencil for the flowers and a stamp for the sentiment was easy with this tool. In the video tutorial, I share some thoughts and tips for using the tool.
After stenciling the layers and stamping, I finished the card with coordinating cardstock and a tape runner. It was quick and easy.
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Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SSS – Simon Says Stamps, SB – Scrapbook
For Tag it Tuesday, a tag with a layered stencil background. After finding a set of flower stencils in my stash, I had the idea to create a background that would blend together by layering the flower images in different colors.
I used three colors of Distress Oxide ink adjacent to each other on the color wheel: pink, orange, and yellow.
Video Tutorial:
Suggested Materials:
Links are Affiliates AZ – Amazon, SB – Scrapbook, O – Other
Here is a close-up image of the tag to show the layering of the flower stencils. The text is from a printable available in the store. [art word printable]
