Monochromatic and Colour Split Card with Heart Stencil

A project from our live show Create and Craft Show 18th MAR 23 - Join Toni for her latest products and inspiration - show 3 · 18/03/2023 · watch it from 42:30

Create a striking card by dividing it into two sections—one in colour and one in monochromatic tones—using a heart stencil. The contrast between the coloured top and grayscale bottom creates visual interest and depth.

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Step by step

1. Hold your heart stencil in place on your card using a magnetic mat to keep it steady. ▶ watch 42:45
2. Apply orange ink very lightly to the top section of the card through the stencil. ▶ watch 43:00
3. Add pink ink to blend with the orange, creating a warm colour gradient in the upper half. ▶ watch 43:15
4. Move the stencil to the lower section and apply black ink for a monochromatic effect. ▶ watch 43:45
5. Add grey ink to create shadow and depth in the lower monochromatic section. ▶ watch 44:00
6. Remove the stencil carefully and allow the inks to dry completely. ▶ watch 44:30
7. Stamp your chosen sentiment or image onto the card, positioning it to work with both colour sections. ▶ watch 45:00
8. Mount the finished piece onto a card blank to complete the project. ▶ watch 45:30

Tips from the show

• You can spray the stencil with water to help the colours blend more smoothly.
• If you apply too much ink, you can soften it by adding a white ink layer on top.
• The stencil creates a perfect focal point for drawing attention to your sentiment or image.

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