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Blue Embossed Typewriter Card with Peony and Butterfly Border

A project from our live show CATCH UP with the Create Together Club - Inspiration Video 3 for Stamp A NOTE TO SAY - SHOW 27th Oct 21 · 27/10/2021

A beautiful card featuring a typewriter stamp embossed in bright blue with watercolour shading, decorated with a peony flower and a butterfly border pattern. The design combines bold embossing with delicate floral elements for an elegant, layered look.

9steps
6:45in the show
Step 1 of 9

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  1. 1

    Stamp the typewriter image onto white cardstock using a clear embossing ink pad.

    ▶ watch this step 6:45
  2. 2

    Apply blue embossing powder to the stamped image and heat set with a heat gun until the powder melts and becomes glossy.

    ▶ watch this step 8:45
  3. 3

    Use a mini distress ink pad in Faded Jeans to add shading around the typewriter, creating depth and dimension.

    ▶ watch this step 12:30
  4. 4

    Apply watercolour in blue tones to enhance the typewriter further, using a feathering technique to blend the colour.

    ▶ watch this step 13:00
  5. 5

    Stamp the butterfly image repeatedly around the edges of the card to create a decorative border.

    ▶ watch this step 16:30
  6. 6

    Stamp and die-cut the peony flower from the Pretty Penny set three times, colouring them in matching blue tones.

    ▶ watch this step 18:30
  7. 7

    Arrange the peony flowers on the card, positioning one as a focal point and layering with die-cut foliage.

    ▶ watch this step 22:30
  8. 8

    Add decorative elements such as twigs and glass beads around the typewriter and flowers to create a cohesive composition.

    ▶ watch this step 24:00
  9. 9

    Adhere all elements to the card base, ensuring the typewriter remains the focal point with supporting florals and embellishments.

    ▶ watch this step 26:00

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