Sunflower Layered Stencil Card with Dye

A project from our live show ONE DAY SPECIAL - Join Sarah Gray from Funky Fossil for her brand new launch - Broadcast 11th October 24 · 11/10/2024 · watch it from 21:45

Create a striking sunflower card using layered stencils and vibrant dye inks. This technique builds beautiful depth through multiple coloured layers, finishing with a pink dye overlay on kraft card for a dimensional floral design. The result is a bold, artistic card with intricate sunflower details and rich colour contrast.

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Step by step

1. 

   Secure your card base with masking tape. Position the first layer of the Hope Blooms stencil over the card and apply Fossilised Amber ink using a blending brush to create the sunflower petals.

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2. 

   Using a blending tool, apply ground espresso brown ink around the central part of the sunflower through the stencil to add shading and depth.

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3. 

   Position the second stencil layer over your card to show the sunflower centre and leaves. Apply ground espresso ink through the stencil to both the centre circles and the leaf areas.

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4. 

   Apply glitter paste dye over the sunflower design using a palette knife to add texture and sparkle, creating definition and bringing the design to life.

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5. 

   Allow the dye to dry completely. Once dry, add your chosen sentiment from the stamp set to complete the card.

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Tips from the show

• The dye layer will add definition and bring lines back in, so you don't need to be overly precise with earlier layers.
• You can use the third stencil layer separately if you prefer not to use the dye, for additional detail in the flower centre.
• Quick card making works well with this technique—the dye does the work for you.

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• Embossing Folder Border Strip Card
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• Stamped and Diecut Sunflower Focal Point Card

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