by Lori Warren

This cardmaking project is all about using layers of ink to create a collage background with stamps and stencils. It’s a great way to build a cool background in order to feature that perfect focal image, like a Vertigo, die cut dragonfly.

Skill: Intermediate
Time: 30 minutes

Directions

Step 1

Apply VersaMagic DewDrops to a Craft Mat and add water.

Step 2

Lay 8.5” x 11” piece of cardstock down into the wet ink. Repeat as needed.

Step 3

Apply VersaMagic through the diamond shape stencil with a sponge dauber.

Step 4

Stamp script stamp with StazOn Pigment Ink.

Step 5

Apply water and blot with a paper towel, pulling some ink away.

Step 6

Spray panel with Walnut Ink, blot and dry. This gives the paper a vintage or antique look.

Step 7

With a different stencil apply a different color of VersaMagic. This creates a beautiful layered effect.

Step 8

Using the same stencil, apply White VersaMagic to make a bit of a frosty ghost effect.

Step 9

Cut cardstock panel to multiple 2.5” x 3.5” ATCs or Artist Trading Cards.

Step 10

Stamp a vintage postcard image with VersaFine Clair.

Step 11

Edge ATCs with brown and black inks to continue the antique look.

Step 12

Tie string around each card a couple times to give the ATCs to give extra flair.

Step 13

Die cut dragonfly image from Vertigo Prism, color with VersaMagic.

Step 14

Prepare dragonfly with double-sided dimensional tape. This will give each dragonfly the effect of flying.

Step 15

Adhere dragonfly die cut to ATCs.

Step 16

Enhance dragonfly with a white pen and embellish with tag and sticky gems.

Supplies

Imagine

• VersaMagic DewDrop – Ocean Depth, Turquoise Gem, Pumpkin Spice, Jumbo Java, Cloud White
• Sponge Daubers
• VersaFine Clair – Nocturne
• StazOn Pigment – Piano Black
• Vertigo – Prism
• Walnut Ink Crystals

Other

• Sizzix – Dragonfly
• Jillibean Soup – Sticky Notes
• Sticky gems
• Lori’s Cards & Creations – Script Stamp
• Clear Stamps – Postmarks
• Uni-ball Signo -White
• Black string
• TCW Stencil – TCW202, TCW855