Shaped Easel Card with Lamination Scene

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A freestanding easel card featuring a shaped die-cut border and a custom lamination scene. The card folds flat for posting but stands proud on display, creating an interactive and eye-catching presentation.

You will need

Stamps By Me Lamination Stamp Bundle - Beauty of Nature & Grow Stronger - 121125ASEE IT Stamps By Me Waste Free Die Set- Traditional Borders - 260424CSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Start with a cream card blank that has a pre-scored fold line. ▶ watch 47:30
2. Position the largest die from the Traditional Borders set so it overhangs the score line slightly. ▶ watch 47:45
3. Run the die and card through your die-cutting machine to cut the shaped border. ▶ watch 48:00
4. Carefully pop out the cut shape from the card. ▶ watch 48:30
5. Using the same die, cut a complete second shape from matching card stock. ▶ watch 48:45
6. Score a line on the complete shape just above the embossed ridges to create an easel hinge. ▶ watch 50:00
7. Prepare your lamination scene on the shaped card piece using the two-part stamp technique: stamp the solid colour portion first with greens and browns, spray with water to blend, then add the detail stamp in black. ▶ watch 50:30
8. Create a pathway in the lower portion of the design by stamping the path element with brown and green inks. ▶ watch 55:00
9. Add the tree detail stamp in black to define the foliage and add birds to the scene. ▶ watch 1:01:00
10. Optionally enhance the background with watercolour techniques using a brush and water to soften edges and add colour gradation. ▶ watch 1:02:00
11. Glue the decorated shaped piece onto the front of the base card, positioning it below the score line. ▶ watch 1:08:30
12. Fold the card flat for posting; when received, the recipient can stand it upright on a surface to display the scene. ▶ watch 1:08:45

Tips from the show

• When cutting the shaped border, ensure the die overhangs the score line so the score line is not cut through.
• Use normal card stock for this project if you want the ink to dry quickly; watercolour card allows more blending time but dries slower.
• The embossed detail on the die-cut border adds visual interest and makes the card look more professional.

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