by Jennifer Vanderbeek

By definition and design, background stamps are usually the foundation of a piece, not the focus. In this project, I show a way to highlight an amazingly detailed Mandala style background stamp from Joy Clair with embossing and ink blending to create a simply beautiful card with the look of a rich textile. Choosing a pattern stamp with fine details and plenty of open spaces is key to this particular technique, but experiment and see what works for you.

Supplies

Imagine

• Kaleidacolor – Tahiti
• Memento Marker – Lulu Lavender, Summer Sky, New Sprout, Angel Pink, Desert Sand
• VersaMark Inkpad
• Embossing Powder – White
• Sponge Dauber
• Tear It! Tape

Other

• Cardstock – White, Teal, Grey
• Joy Clair – Doodle Flower Background Stamp
• Darice – Heat Tool
• Paper Tape
• Water Spritzer
• Acrylic Blocks
• Button
• Brad
• Wire Cutters
• American Crafts – Paper Trimmer
• Helmar – Liquid Scrap Dots