Layered Handbag and Sunglasses Card with Stencils

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 28th FEB 23 - Join Toni for her latest products and inspiration - show 1 · 02/28/2023 · watch it from 29:30

Build a fashionable handbag and sunglasses design using the same three-stage stencil layering technique. This project demonstrates how to layer multiple elements on one card and coordinate colours across different design components.

You will need

Stamps By Me Quattro D - Stay Fancy - 281022DSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Line up stencil number one for the handbag at the top left of your card stock, aligning with the edge or using the heart guides. ▶ watch 29:45
2. Apply ink through the first stencil using a light wash of your chosen colour. ▶ watch 30:15
3. Position stencil two for the handbag, aligning it with the edge of the card, and apply ink in the same colour, pressing slightly harder. ▶ watch 31:30
4. Place stencil three for the handbag and apply ink, pressing firmly to create darker definition on this final layer. ▶ watch 32:00
5. Line up stencil one for the sunglasses at the top of the card and apply ink in a coordinating colour, such as pink for the lenses. ▶ watch 32:30
6. Apply stencil two for the sunglasses, then stencil three, building the glasses design alongside the handbag on the same card. ▶ watch 33:00
7. Optional: apply the coordinating stamp to outline or add detail to either the handbag or sunglasses. ▶ watch 34:00
8. Run the card through the 3D embossing folder to add texture and dimension, which will add pin-prick detail such as studs to the handbag. ▶ watch 35:00

Tips from the show

• You can build multiple elements on one card by layering stencils for different design components.
• Wash your stencils under tap water between colour changes to avoid colour contamination and muddy results.

More from this show

• Layered High Heel Shoe Card with Stencils and Stamp
• Embossed Card with Theresa Collins Collection Paper
• Coordinated Multi-Design Quattro D Layered Card

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