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Create a traditional Christmas card using the Merry and Bright lamination stamp set. The two-part stamp technique produces a beautiful hand-painted watercolour effect with realistic poinsettias in deep reds and burgundy tones, finished with gold metallic detail.

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Cut a piece of white card stock to your desired size for the card base. ▶ watch 10:45
Ink up the solid portion of the lamination stamp with red ink on your acrylic block. ▶ watch 11:00
Add a touch of blue ink to the centre of the stamped area to create a burgundy tone. ▶ watch 11:15
Spray the inked stamp with water three times to activate the watercolour effect. ▶ watch 11:30
Press the stamp firmly onto your white card and allow the ink to be absorbed. ▶ watch 12:00
Repeat the stamping process in different areas of the card to build a bouquet of poinsettias. ▶ watch 12:30
Allow the card to dry completely before proceeding to the next step. ▶ watch 13:00
Use an antistatic bag to remove any moisture from the card surface. ▶ watch 23:15
Ink up the outline portion of the lamination stamp with sticky ink pad in gold metallic colour. ▶ watch 23:30
Stamp the outline detail over the watercoloured poinsettias, offsetting slightly for a hand-painted effect. ▶ watch 24:00
Dust the card with embossing powder to prepare for heat setting. ▶ watch 24:30
Heat set the embossed detail with a heat gun until the powder melts and sets. ▶ watch 29:00

Tips from the show

Spray the stamp twice or three times depending on how much watercolour bleed you prefer.
The lamination stamp pieces do not need to line up perfectly; the offset creates a realistic hand-painted look.
Always ensure your design is completely dry before stamping the outline detail, or the ink will not transfer properly.

Red and Gold Poinsettia Watercolour Card

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