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Feathered Finesse Layered Bird Card

A project from our live show THE THURSDAY DROP - Latest Products from Toni - Broadcast 18th June 2026 · 06/18/2026 · watch it from 46:30

Feathered Finesse Layered Bird Card - the finished project
The finished project

Create this elegant layered card featuring a beautiful blue bird perched on a branch with delicate berries and foliage. Using coordinating stencils and soft blue, purple and grey inks, you'll build up a detailed bird design with subtle dimension and sparkle accents. The sentiment 'Let your dreams be your wings' is framed within a scalloped circle, surrounded by a decorative dotted border for a charming finishing touch.

You will need

Stamps By Me - Feathered Finesse - 170526BStamps By Me - Feathered Finesse - 170526BSEE IT Stamps By Me - Coordinating Paper Pack - 170526CStamps By Me - Coordinating Paper Pack - 170526CSEE IT Stamps By Me - Nesting Squares - 140626BStamps By Me - Nesting Squares - 140626BSEE IT

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Step by step

  1. Step 1: Cut a white card blank to approximately 5 by 5 inches (13 x 13 cm).

    Cut a white card blank to approximately 5 by 5 inches (13 x 13 cm).

    ▶ watch this step (46:30)
  2. Step 2: Position the first numbered stencil on your card base, aligning it with the edge of the page. Ensure the stenc

    Position the first numbered stencil on your card base, aligning it with the edge of the page. Ensure the stencil is flat and secure before proceeding.

    ▶ watch this step (48:30)
  3. Apply teal ink through the first stencil using a brush to create the bird's body base layer. Use gentle circular motions to build up the colour gradually. ▶ watch 49:00
  4. Step 4: Remove the first stencil and position the second stencil over the bird image. Apply blue ink through the stenc

    Remove the first stencil and position the second stencil over the bird image. Apply blue ink through the stencil to add depth to the bird's wings and body.

    ▶ watch this step (50:15)
  5. Step 5: Use a blending tool or sponge to apply purple ink through the stencil, adding berries and buds around the stam

    Use a blending tool or sponge to apply purple ink through the stencil, adding berries and buds around the stamped bird image.

    ▶ watch this step (51:00)
  6. Step 6: Position the third stencil over the stamped bird image. Using a light purple or lavender ink, lightly apply co

    Position the third stencil over the stamped bird image. Using a light purple or lavender ink, lightly apply colour to the bird's beak and feet through the stencil.

    ▶ watch this step (51:30)
  7. Step 7: Apply the fourth stencil layer using the same light colour ink to add dimension to the beak and foot details o

    Apply the fourth stencil layer using the same light colour ink to add dimension to the beak and foot details of the swan.

    ▶ watch this step (52:30)
  8. Step 8: Use the fifth stencil layer with black ink to add definition to the bird's eye and tail feathers. Position the

    Use the fifth stencil layer with black ink to add definition to the bird's eye and tail feathers. Position the stencil carefully over the stamped bird image and apply the black ink with a blending tool.

    ▶ watch this step (57:00)
  9. Add small clear gems or sparkles to the berries and buds on your stamped image using glue dots. Allow the adhesive to dry completely before proceeding to the next step. ▶ watch 1:00:30
  10. Stamp a sentiment such as 'Let your dreams be your wings' in black ink onto a coordinating card base. ▶ watch 1:08:15
  11. Step 11: Mount the layered bird design onto the sentiment card using foam pads for dimension. Position the bird and fea

    Mount the layered bird design onto the sentiment card using foam pads for dimension. Position the bird and feather elements to the lower right of the card front.

    ▶ watch this step (1:17:45)
  12. Step 12: Add small clear gems to the white space around the bird and in the corner areas to balance the design and add

    Add small clear gems to the white space around the bird and in the corner areas to balance the design and add sparkle to your finished card.

    ▶ watch this step (1:20:00)

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