Layered Poppy Card with Varied Ink Colours

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Build a vibrant poppy design using the five-layer stencil technique with a variety of coordinating ink colours. This project shows how changing colours on each layer creates depth and visual interest.

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Step by step

1. Position stencil number one on your cardstock and apply a light ink colour through it using a blending tool. ▶ watch 31:15
2. Align stencil number two using the registration marks and apply a slightly darker shade of the same colour family. ▶ watch 31:45
3. Layer stencil number three with a deeper, more saturated colour to build dimension in the flower petals. ▶ watch 32:15
4. Apply stencil number four with a contrasting colour to add visual interest and separate the petal layers. ▶ watch 32:45
5. Complete the design with stencil number five using your darkest colour to define the flower centre. ▶ watch 33:15
6. Position the coordinating die around the finished design and cut out the complete poppy shape. ▶ watch 33:45

Tips from the show

• You can experiment with unrealistic colour combinations for a more artistic, playful effect.
• Don't be precious about colour placement - slight variations add character to the finished design.

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