Multicoloured Cake Lamination Card with Shadow Detail

A project from our live show ONE DAY SPECIAL - Join Toni for her brand new launch - Broadcast 29th August 2025 · 29/08/2025 · watch it from 39:00

Create a vibrant cake card using the Slice of Joy lamination stamps with multiple ink colours blended together. This technique demonstrates how to build depth and dimension using the two-layer lamination method with coordinated colour choices.

You will need

Stamps By Me Lamination Stamp Set - Slice of Joy - 270125ESEE IT Carta - Traditional Watercolour Paper - A5 - WCPA501SEE IT Stamps By Me - Craft Blank Cards & Envelopes 5 X 7 - 110425CSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Prepare a fresh piece of watercolour card, using the reverse side if you have already stamped the other side. ▶ watch 39:00
2. Apply multiple ink colours to the solid cake stamp using the corner of the ink pad, using teal, pink, orange and purple to create a multicoloured effect. ▶ watch 40:00
3. Ensure the entire stamp surface is covered with colour, even if the application appears random. ▶ watch 40:30
4. Spray the stamped image three times with water to activate and blend the multiple ink colours together. ▶ watch 40:45
5. Allow the card to settle for a moment, then blot away any excess water puddles with a dry wipe. ▶ watch 41:00
6. Align the detail stamp over the solid cake image using the packet as a visual guide for correct positioning. ▶ watch 42:30
7. Stamp the detail layer in teal ink, pressing firmly to reveal the decorative elements such as the flowers and beads around the cake. ▶ watch 43:15
8. If detail is not sufficiently visible, stamp the detail layer a second time in a different colour for increased contrast. ▶ watch 44:00
9. Paint a heather-coloured shadow around the base of the cake, extending it further around to make the cake appear grounded and flat rather than tilting. ▶ watch 44:30
10. Trim the card to size, removing any excess paper from the bottom edge. ▶ watch 46:00
11. Edge the card with an ink pad by tilting it gently to create a subtle border line without making a harsh mark. ▶ watch 47:00
12. Adhere the stamped panel to the card blank using glue or tape. ▶ watch 47:45

Tips from the show

• Using watercolour card allows you to blend multiple ink colours together more effectively than regular card stock.
• You can stamp the detail layer twice in different colours if the first layer does not provide enough contrast.
• Extend the shadow around the base of the object rather than just underneath to make it appear grounded and prevent a tilting effect.

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