Video: 1 Background Stamp, 3 Ways… + Giveaway & Shopping Discount
Hello! Today’s video shows 3 ways to use 1 background stamp. I also have a 15% discount code for Hero Arts products… and a giveaway!
First up – the discount code! For 15% off ALL Hero arts products at Simon Says Stamp, use my exclusive discount code “CHA14HERO”. (More details below.)
Let’s get started…
(Supplies are linked in the thumbnails at the end of this post.)
So let’s take a closer look at 3 Ways to Use 1 Background Stamp… featuring the new Hero Arts / BasicGrey Large Petal background stamp…
#1: Layered Background
This one is obvious but boy can it make an impact. I just love the look of a background made up of lots of layering.
After white heat embossing the background on four shades of cardstock (Simon Says Stamp Audrey Blue, Surf Blue, Green Apple and Mint), I cut out parts from each piece and layered it up with foam adhesive.
The sentiment in the center is from the Hero Arts What’s Up set. Such great greetings that are perfect to stamp on a circle. I used the fab Liquid Platinum Embossing Powder on it. Nom nom!
#2: Faux Watercolor Resist
One technique that works great with every background stamp is watercolor resist. You can make it elaborate or simple…
After white heat embossing the background on my favorite watercolor paper from Tim Holtz, I added super quick and messy coloring with Distress Markers. (Any watercolor medium would work.) I then gave it some spritzes with water and let the water do the work for me. Once dry, I have a colorful background that is sure to wake anyone up. LOL.
#3: Simple Embossing
Grab a favorite embossing powder and get stamping! Sometimes simple embossing can create the best impact with a background stamp.
I used Ranger’s Verdigris embossing powder on SSS Mint cardstock for this simple card. I love the mix of golds and greens in this powder! There are lots of great specialty embossing powders out there, but you could also mix your own. I did also add some pearls for interest…
There are a million and one more things you can do with background stamps. If you are interested in more ideas, check these out:
- Pop Up Stamping – This technique works great with any background stamp and is a great way to add dimension.
- Double Stamping – Have a simple and graphic background stamp? Try double stamping. It would work great with the new Prism stamp.
- Cut It Up – A simple way to stretch the use of a background stamp is to cut it up. The results can be fun!
SHOPPING DISCOUNT
Interested in any Hero Arts products? Again – just head over HERE to Simon Says Stamp and use my exclusive discount code “CHA14HERO” for 15% off ALL Hero Arts products! This includes the newest products (HERE – including the co-branded Hero Arts / BasicGrey products) and old favorites (HERE – including their fabulous Shadow Inks). Enjoy! (Code is good through 2/28/14. Thank you, SSS!)
GIVEAWAY
I have some stamps to give to a lucky winner! Up for grabs are the Large Petal, Prism, Flower Symbol and What’s Up stamps. For your chance, leave a comment here by 11:59pmEST on 2/28/14. I would love to hear which of the new products are your favorites. (You can find them all HERE.) Good luck!
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