I love sharing simple stamping ideas that anyone can try — whether you’ve been crafting for years or just getting started. This is an easy card template paired with a few fun stamping techniques that can really take your cards up a notch. These are the kinds of tips that make stamping even more enjoyable!
The card layout is so easy.
- Score a 5-1/2” x 8-1/2” card base in half and fold.
- Adhere two 1-3/4” x 5” cardstock/DSP pieces on a 4” x 5-1/4” Basic White piece and adhere on the card front.
- Stamp your image on a 2-3/4” x 4-1/4” cardstock piece or you can use any large die cut. Adhere on the card front.
- Finish off with embellishments.
Now, let’s explore a few stamping tricks to give your images more depth and life. Watch the video below to see these techniques.
Shading on Bold Stamps – Create beautiful depth and dimension by using your ink pads and sponge daubers together. This simple shading technique adds subtle variation in color that really makes your image pop.
Fixing an Overly Moist Ink Pad – Sometimes a juicy ink pad can cause your stamped image to look blotchy.
Curving a Stamped Image – Give your stamped image a little movement and shape using a bone folder. It’s a great way to add interest and texture to your card without any extra layers or embellishments.
With these easy techniques and a go-to card layout, you’ll have a design that’s both quick to make and full of detail. Try it out with your favorite bold stamps and see how much dimension you can add with just a few simple tweaks!
Easy Card Layout You’ll Love!
Use this card layout and join us over at Back Porch Stampers to see what lots of other people are making.
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