Abstract Background with Power Lines Cling Stamp

Bold Prints Die Cutting Heat Embossing Liquid Water Colors

Jun 11, 2024 Dana Joy

Hey everyone. It's Dana Joy here with you today. Ever need a really pretty background with a bold look? However you want it to be super easy? I have you covered today.

This card was so easy to make and it looks even better in real life. By just using a few products this card has a striking result. Let's see how it all came together.

To begin I spritzed a piece of Pitch Black cardstock measuring 5" x 8" with the beautiful Blue + Shimmer Tone-on-Tone Metallic Spray. While the spray was still wet, I used a fan brush and a little bit of White Liquid Watercolor to move the color around and also splatter some all over the background. Instead of heat setting the paper, I left it to dry on its own.

While the panel was drying, I die cut the celebrate die from the Birthday Stamp & Cut XL with Dove White cardstock. I die cut it several times and adhered them together with Precision Glue. By doing this, I was able to achieve a thicker die cut.

Once the colorful panel was dry, it was time to add the graphic element. I stamped the new Power Lines Bold Prints with Embossing & Watermark Ink. For my embossing powder color, I went with Gold. It's one of my favorites.

Next I trimmed down areas of the background with Nesting Rectangle Infinity Dies. For my main focal area, I chose to mat it with more Pitch Black cardstock. For the longer strip, I adhered it to a piece of Dove White cardstock along the left edge. To give my card some height, I popped up the main area with foam tape. Now this entire panel was adhered to a black card base.

All that was left was to add the "celebrate" sentiment. I have to say, this might be one of my favorite cards. I loved that I didn't use the Bold Prints stamp as it was intended. However instead I stretched it to a new design element.

I hope I have inspired you to use the gorgeous Power Lines Bold Prints on your next card. Have a great day everyone.