Dotted Tulips Layered Stencil Card

A project from our live show ONE DAY SPECIAL - Join Toni for her brand new launch - Broadcast 4th Jan 2025 · 04/01/2025 · watch it from 40:30

Create a stunning layered card featuring elegant purple tulips with a dotted and lined pattern effect. The tulips are positioned against a vibrant abstract floral background with coral, pink, yellow and grey tones. This project uses a detailed stencilling technique to build up beautiful dimension and texture through multiple layers.

You will need

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Step by step

1. 

   Prepare a piece of white card stock as your base. Mount a decorative panel featuring the dotted tulips design onto a dark grey card base.

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2. 

   Select stencil number one from the Dotted Tulips set and position it along the edge of your card base on the craft mat.

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3. Position your stencil over the card panel. Using a blending tool, apply your first ink colour through the stencil onto the card. ▶ watch 41:30
4. 

   Select stencil number two from the Dotted Tulips set. Line up the stencil with the edge of your card, ensuring it is properly aligned with the first layer.

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5. 

   Position the stencil over your card base and apply your second colour through the stencil, ensuring each layer lines up with the previous one. Use a blending tool or sponge to apply the ink evenly through the stencil openings.

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6. 

   Continue layering the remaining stencils from the Dotted Tulips set, using different colours to build up the complete tulip design on your card.

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7. 

   Apply embossing ink through one of the tulip stencils onto your card. Sprinkle embossing powder over the inked area and heat-set with a heat tool to create raised, dimensional detail.

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8. 

   Die-cut the outline dies from the Dotted Tulips set to frame your stencilled design and add extra dimension to your card.

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9. 

   Mount the completed tulip design onto your card base using adhesive. Smooth down carefully to ensure it is securely attached.

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Tips from the show

• Follow the numbered system on each stencil; they are designed to work in sequence.
• The spots and lines within the stencils create beautiful detailed effects that look complicated but are actually simple to execute.
• You can create a bouquet by cutting multiple flowers or add grass stencil work to set the scene.

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