Patchwork Frame Card with Stencilled Background

A project from our live show FUNKY TUESDAY - FREE WORKSHOP with the Awesome Sarah Gray - Broadcast 20th SEPT 22 · 09/20/2022 · watch it from 6:15

A card featuring a patchwork frame made from punched squares of coordinating patterned paper, with an acetate window revealing a stencilled background and a hand-coloured stamped wreath focal point. The layered design creates dimension and visual interest.

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Step by step

1. Punch small squares from various patterned papers using a square punch, selecting different patterns from your paper pad. ▶ watch 6:30
2. Ink the edges of each punched square using a small piece of cut-and-dry foam and archival ink to define the squares and create a finished look. ▶ watch 7:45
3. Arrange and glue the inked squares onto craft card stock in a frame pattern, starting from the top corner and working outward to create a border. ▶ watch 9:00
4. Trim the card front to size using a paper trimmer, keeping the patchwork frame intact. ▶ watch 12:15
5. Cut a square aperture in the centre of the patchwork frame using a craft knife and metal ruler, or alternatively use a square die. ▶ watch 13:00
6. Ink the inside edges of the frame aperture with archival ink to finish the window edge. ▶ watch 14:30
7. Adhere acetate to the back of the frame using wet glue around the edges to create a stable window. ▶ watch 15:30
8. Apply foam tape around the frame to lift it above the card base and create dimension. ▶ watch 16:15
9. Stencil the fall foliage stencil directly onto the card base using distress oxide inks in autumn colours, focusing on the area visible through the acetate window. ▶ watch 17:15
10. Stamp the autumn wreath from the Falling for Autumn stamp set onto watercolour card using VersiFine ink in dark brown. ▶ watch 22:15
11. Colour the stamped wreath using distress oxide inks and a water brush, blending autumn colours like oranges and yellows across the leaves. ▶ watch 24:00
12. Cut out the coloured wreath and adhere it to foam pads on the acetate window to create the focal point. ▶ watch 27:00
13. White heat emboss autumn-themed sentiments from the stamp set onto dark brown card stock and adhere them to complete the card. ▶ watch 29:15

Tips from the show

• Using a paper pad ensures all patterns and colours coordinate beautifully together without clashing.
• Inking the edges of punched squares gives a more forgiving finish if card stock shows through between pieces.
• The acetate window is optional but provides stability for posted cards and creates a perfect shaker window if desired.

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