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Layered Sunflower Stencil Card with Sparkle Detail

A project from our live show MY PODCAST - Catch my latest updates broadcast 3rd February 2025 · 02/03/2025 · watch it from 33:00

Layered Sunflower Stencil Card with Sparkle Detail - the finished project
The finished project

Create a stunning layered sunflower card featuring a vibrant floral design in blues, yellows and greens against a scenic silhouette background. Using numbered stencils with heart registration marks, you'll build up the sunflower layers with perfect alignment and add sparkle detail for a dimensional finish. The 'AMAZING' sentiment completes this eye-catching handmade card perfect for any occasion.

You will need

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Step by step

  1. Check your layering stencils are numbered clearly. Ensure you can identify each stencil number before beginning to use them for the design. ▶ watch 33:15
  2. Position stencil number one on your card base. Use the heart registration marks in the corners of the stencil to align it with the edges of the card. ▶ watch 33:30
  3. Step 3: Apply black ink through the stencil using an ink blending brush, tapping off excess ink before applying to the

    Apply black ink through the stencil using an ink blending brush, tapping off excess ink before applying to the vellum. Work the ink over the flower petals and leaves to build up the design.

    ▶ watch this step (37:45)
  4. Step 4: Carefully remove the stencil from the vellum and set it aside. Allow the ink to dry completely before proceedi

    Carefully remove the stencil from the vellum and set it aside. Allow the ink to dry completely before proceeding to the next step.

    ▶ watch this step (38:00)
  5. Step 5: Position stencil number two over your work, carefully lining up the registration marks. Apply ink through the

    Position stencil number two over your work, carefully lining up the registration marks. Apply ink through the stencil using your blending tool to add the second layer of the design.

    ▶ watch this step (38:15)
  6. Step 6: Continue building up the sunflower design by layering stencils three, four and five. Apply ink in different co

    Continue building up the sunflower design by layering stencils three, four and five. Apply ink in different colours - yellow for the petals, purple for shading, green for the centre, and blue for the leaves - to create depth and dimension.

    ▶ watch this step (39:00)
  7. Apply clear glue to selected areas of the leaves using a glue pen, focusing on the parts you want to add sparkle to. ▶ watch 40:45
  8. Step 8: Sprinkle colourless media glitter over the glued areas of the card. Tap off the excess glitter back into the p

    Sprinkle colourless media glitter over the glued areas of the card. Tap off the excess glitter back into the pot.

    ▶ watch this step (47:00)
  9. Step 9: Allow the glue to dry clear, which will leave a glass-like sparkle finish on the design.

    Allow the glue to dry clear, which will leave a glass-like sparkle finish on the design.

    ▶ watch this step (47:30)

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