Lamination Gown Card with Watercolour Background

A project from our live show Product Preview - Brand New Launch Coming to Create and Craft - Broadcast 1ST Dec 2023 · 12/01/2023 · watch it from 28:30

Create a beautiful two-part lamination gown card by first adding colour to the solid portion with ink and water spray, then stamping the detailed portion on top. This technique produces an elegant dress design with a soft, watercolour-like finish.

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Step by step

1. Ink up the solid portion of the lamination stamp with your chosen ink pad using light taps. ▶ watch 28:45
2. Spray the inked area with water to create a watercolour effect, repeating 2–3 times for desired coverage. ▶ watch 29:00
3. Dry the card completely using a heat tool. ▶ watch 30:00
4. Clean the solid portion stamp and allow it to dry. ▶ watch 30:30
5. Line up the detailed portion stamp with the coloured base, matching key design elements like dress straps. ▶ watch 34:00
6. Stamp the detailed portion using black or contrasting ink pad, pressing firmly. ▶ watch 34:30
7. Stamp multiple times if needed to build up depth and definition in the design. ▶ watch 35:00
8. Mount the finished card onto card stock or use as a focal point in your project. ▶ watch 36:00

Tips from the show

• You don't have to use the solid portion at all – the detailed stamp alone creates a beautiful design.
• Stamp the detailed portion multiple times to achieve greater depth and definition.
• Experiment with different colour combinations and ink pads to create varied effects.

More from this show

• Ombre Lamination Gown Card
• Monochromatic Lamination Gown Card
• Embossed Gown Card with Floral Details

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