Vintage Treble Clef Card with Stamped Detail and Wood Effect

A project from our live show CREATE AND CRAFT TV - Join Toni for her brand new launch show 2 - broadcast 7th July 23 · 07/07/2023 · watch it from 29:45

Combine a stamped treble clef detail with a die-cut treble clef to create a vintage-style card with a woody, distressed ink effect. The stamped detail peeks through the die-cut shape, creating depth and sophistication.

You will need

TV - A5 Stamp and Die - Christmas - Special Wishes - 170522FSEE IT

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Step by step

1. Stamp the treble clef detail stamp onto red cardstock at an angle, using red ink. ▶ watch 30:00
2. Add brown distress ink over the stamped treble clef using a blending brush to create a woody, vintage effect. ▶ watch 30:30
3. Deepen the brown ink in places to pick up the embossed detail within the stamp and create more intensity. ▶ watch 31:00
4. Die-cut a treble clef from white cardstock using the complementing die from the set. ▶ watch 31:30
5. Position and glue the white die-cut treble clef directly over the stamped red treble clef detail so it sits perfectly within the stamped outline. ▶ watch 32:00
6. Stamp the sentiment 'It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year' around the treble clef detail, allowing the text to flow around the flourish. ▶ watch 32:30
7. Mount the completed piece onto a white card base. ▶ watch 33:00
8. Add a piece of gold satin tape or strip at the top of the card to frame the design and prevent it from floating. ▶ watch 33:30

Tips from the show

• The stamped detail peeks through the die-cut shape to create a shadow effect and add depth.
• Distress inks work beautifully to create a vintage, woody look on the treble clef.
• The sentiments are designed to fit beautifully around the flourish elements in the stamp set.

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