Dot and Dash Frame Card with Laminated Focal Image

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Combine the dot and dash frame stamps with a laminated focal image to create a framed card. Use the frames to add decorative borders and reduce white space, then layer with sentiment stamps for a complete design.

You will need

TV - A5 Stamp - Lamination - What You Believe - 150622DSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Prepare a piece of white or coloured cardstock as your card base. ▶ watch 33:15
2. Stamp the dot and dash frame in pencil grey or a light colour around the top and sides of the card to create a decorative border. ▶ watch 33:30
3. Create a laminated focal image using the Paris tower or floral stamp with the solid and outline layers. ▶ watch 34:00
4. Colour the solid portion of the focal stamp with your chosen colours and spray lightly with water. ▶ watch 34:45
5. Stamp the outline layer in black ink to complete the focal image. ▶ watch 35:00
6. Position the focal image within the framed area you've created with the dot and dash stamps. ▶ watch 35:30
7. Add decorative elements like ink swiping or colour washes around the focal image if desired. ▶ watch 36:00
8. Stamp a sentiment from the set (such as 'Life doesn't get easier, you just get stronger') to complete the card. ▶ watch 37:00
9. Mount the finished design onto a card base and add optional embellishments like sparkle or gems. ▶ watch 47:00

Tips from the show

• The dot and dash frames come in different sizes, so you can nest them or use just one size depending on your design.
• You don't have to use the frames as complete borders—use just a corner or one side if you prefer.
• The frames help reduce scary white space and give you a defined area to work within.

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