Laminated Stamp Layered Boat Scene Card

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Create a sophisticated layered card featuring a scenic boat design with a hummingbird motif. Using the lamination stamp system, you'll build up a beautiful multi-layered scene with coloured washes in blues, greens and pinks against a black and white background. The technique combines stamping, colour blending and precise layering to achieve a striking dimensional effect.

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Step by step

1. 

   Stamp the decorative splat background stamp onto white card using black ink. Press firmly and lift straight up to avoid smudging.

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2. 

   Apply multiple shades of blue ink to the background stamp. Press the stamp onto the white card to create a coloured splat effect with the different blue tones blending together.

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3. 

   Lightly spray the stamped background with water using a spray bottle. This will blend the ink colours together and create a soft, atmospheric watercolour effect.

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4. 

   Allow the stamped background to dry completely before proceeding with the next layer. The green and blue stamped design should be fully dry to the touch.

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5. 

   Stamp the boat image in black ink over the dried watercolour background, positioning it centrally as your focal point.

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6. 

   Add the sentiment stamp to the card. Position the 'Whatever Floats Your Boat' stamp in the upper right area of the white panel. Use pink ink to stamp the sentiment clearly onto the card.

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7. 

   Use a white gel pen to add highlights and details to the boat, following the existing lines to add dimension and create a more three-dimensional effect.

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Tips from the show

• The layering system of lamination stamps is brilliant because the base silhouette stamp allows you to add colour, then the fine detail stamp completes the image.
• You can emboss the layered stamps if desired, or keep them as ink stamps for a softer effect.
• This technique creates a wonderful illusion of reflection on water and a perfect skyline.

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