Wow. Tim's tag for day #4 is pretty awesomely cool! Take a peek:
Here's my tag:
A big part of tag #4's technique is to make your own ink pad with the cut and dry felt. (Watch Tim's how-to video here.) It's one thing to substitute
ribbon for twine. That's about the look. But, this technique required cut and dry felt to chemically work, and I just didn't have any!
But every problem has a solution, right?
I experimented a bit and discovered that I could make the technique work with a piece of craft store felt on a non-stick craft sheet. The colored image inside the little house was stamped with my custom ink pad, as were all these art journal backgrounds:
It's a technique I'm going to do over and over again! I love it! Here's a close up on the house trinket (it's actually a removable piece of jewelry):
Instead of bells and a bow, I used a simple clear bead as a bottom dangle. And I didn't have any metal photo corners, so I made my roof from a piece of crafting metal from Walnut Hollow. Here's an extreme closeup:
You can see that I texturized the metal, added a cardstock heart, and some rock candy distress stickles. Also, I didn't have any of those pop out memory capsules (and truthfully, I hate the way they look), so I put some Distress Stickles and a flat piece of glass in the front (as opposed to Tim's memory capsule and glass glitter).
Instead of Tim's little gold star, I used a large pewter accent (technically it's a bead cap) that looks a bit like a snowflake!
Finally I wanted to answer Karolynah's questions that she left in the comments of yesterday's post:
This is all so beautiful Julie.
A couple of questions: how did you create the plaid background with
alcohol inks? I have 3 bottles and have no idea what to do with them…
And how do you make your own stamps? Where do you get the rubber? Can I use another material? Do you carve them with an xacto?
Yes! 5 days in a row!! Please keep them coming! Everything you put up on your posts is so inspirational!
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December 04, 2009 at 11:09 AM
The plaid background was part of the technique for tag #3 and instructions can be found here. It's so outrageously simple, it will wow you! And a while ago I did a video all about ways to use alcohol inks. You can view it here.
As for making your own stamps, it's surprisingly easy! Lots of people have lots of different ways of doing it. But I thought I'd go over the one I use.
Some supply notes:
- I use MasterCarve blocks but you can also use cork or erasers.
- I use linoleum cutters to do the cutting, but that erasers link in the bullet point above shows you a way to do it with a crushed metal eraser pencil thingy. You can also use an exacto knife.
- I like to use a box cutter to cut away the excess because it's so large it makes it quick and easy. But, you can use a regular craft knife too.
STEP ONE: Draw your design (remember the print will be reversed if you're using words). Some people transfer their design. Too much work. I just use a ballpoint pen.
STEP TWO: Black in what you're cutting away. Trust me, this will help you remember where you're going.
STEP THREE: Cut out the general shape of the stamp. The smaller the piece you're working with, the easier it will be to carve it.
STEP FOUR: Using the smallest blade, lightly carve the outline of the design.
STEP FIVE: Test it. Ink the stamp up and print it.
STEP SIX: Looking at your test print, decide what you like and don't like. Repeat the carving and testing process until your stamp looks good to you.
STEP SEVEN: Once you're satisfied, cut away the excess carving block with a box cutter.
And that's it! You have a beautiful new hand carved stamp!
Thanks for stopping by!
OMG … that tag is G O R G E O U S … aren’t you a clever wee chickie babe … it’s stunning.
Tell you what else is stunning too … that kissing ball that is featured you know where.
OMG … that tag is G O R G E O U S … aren’t you a clever wee chickie babe … it’s stunning.
Tell you what else is stunning too … that kissing ball that is featured you know where.
OMG … that tag is G O R G E O U S … aren’t you a clever wee chickie babe … it’s stunning.
Tell you what else is stunning too … that kissing ball that is featured you know where.
OMG … that tag is G O R G E O U S … aren’t you a clever wee chickie babe … it’s stunning.
Tell you what else is stunning too … that kissing ball that is featured you know where.
I love that charm pendant. I absolutely love yours. I want it! lol. I am going to try make one of these. Dang it! I’m so glad you are doing these along with Tim. I love seeing your stuff.
I love that charm pendant. I absolutely love yours. I want it! lol. I am going to try make one of these. Dang it! I’m so glad you are doing these along with Tim. I love seeing your stuff.
I love that charm pendant. I absolutely love yours. I want it! lol. I am going to try make one of these. Dang it! I’m so glad you are doing these along with Tim. I love seeing your stuff.
I love that charm pendant. I absolutely love yours. I want it! lol. I am going to try make one of these. Dang it! I’m so glad you are doing these along with Tim. I love seeing your stuff.
It’s been great to see your interpretations (changes) to Tim’s orginal. Very helpful from a inspiration perspective. Don’t stop!! I’m enjoying yours as much as Tim’s. Thanks.
It’s been great to see your interpretations (changes) to Tim’s orginal. Very helpful from a inspiration perspective. Don’t stop!! I’m enjoying yours as much as Tim’s. Thanks.
It’s been great to see your interpretations (changes) to Tim’s orginal. Very helpful from a inspiration perspective. Don’t stop!! I’m enjoying yours as much as Tim’s. Thanks.
It’s been great to see your interpretations (changes) to Tim’s orginal. Very helpful from a inspiration perspective. Don’t stop!! I’m enjoying yours as much as Tim’s. Thanks.
I especially like the house and the bead cap on your tag. You are so great at sharing your techniques on your blog (many folks would write a book and charge lots of money)…although that might not be such a bad idea either.;-)
I especially like the house and the bead cap on your tag. You are so great at sharing your techniques on your blog (many folks would write a book and charge lots of money)…although that might not be such a bad idea either.;-)
I especially like the house and the bead cap on your tag. You are so great at sharing your techniques on your blog (many folks would write a book and charge lots of money)…although that might not be such a bad idea either.;-)
I especially like the house and the bead cap on your tag. You are so great at sharing your techniques on your blog (many folks would write a book and charge lots of money)…although that might not be such a bad idea either.;-)
So completely AMAZING! I LOVE all your fun ideas and tutorals!!! xoxo
Loves,
K
So completely AMAZING! I LOVE all your fun ideas and tutorals!!! xoxo
Loves,
K
So completely AMAZING! I LOVE all your fun ideas and tutorals!!! xoxo
Loves,
K
So completely AMAZING! I LOVE all your fun ideas and tutorals!!! xoxo
Loves,
K
Julie—I know I sound like a broken record player, but you are doing an awesome job on your tags..I dare say I get more excited to see yours than Tim’s (Is that some type of Blasphemy?)LOL!
Also, where do you get your Master Carve blocks? I may get brave enough one day to try making some of my own stamps…may be we can swap from time to time…I need to wait until I am good though. 🙂
Julie—I know I sound like a broken record player, but you are doing an awesome job on your tags..I dare say I get more excited to see yours than Tim’s (Is that some type of Blasphemy?)LOL!
Also, where do you get your Master Carve blocks? I may get brave enough one day to try making some of my own stamps…may be we can swap from time to time…I need to wait until I am good though. 🙂
Julie—I know I sound like a broken record player, but you are doing an awesome job on your tags..I dare say I get more excited to see yours than Tim’s (Is that some type of Blasphemy?)LOL!
Also, where do you get your Master Carve blocks? I may get brave enough one day to try making some of my own stamps…may be we can swap from time to time…I need to wait until I am good though. 🙂
Julie—I know I sound like a broken record player, but you are doing an awesome job on your tags..I dare say I get more excited to see yours than Tim’s (Is that some type of Blasphemy?)LOL!
Also, where do you get your Master Carve blocks? I may get brave enough one day to try making some of my own stamps…may be we can swap from time to time…I need to wait until I am good though. 🙂
oh Julie I love love your improvisition(wonder if there is such a word) yours look great. I love how u can make it look your own..that is a talent! looking forward for tomorrow. seriously loving your tags
oh Julie I love love your improvisition(wonder if there is such a word) yours look great. I love how u can make it look your own..that is a talent! looking forward for tomorrow. seriously loving your tags
oh Julie I love love your improvisition(wonder if there is such a word) yours look great. I love how u can make it look your own..that is a talent! looking forward for tomorrow. seriously loving your tags
oh Julie I love love your improvisition(wonder if there is such a word) yours look great. I love how u can make it look your own..that is a talent! looking forward for tomorrow. seriously loving your tags
As soon as i read “cork” on this post, i jumped out my seat and went to get some from the living room. i now have 4 new stamps made from old corks!! Thank you thank you thank you. This is one of the only places where i know i’ll always find something new i’d like to try. Your tutorials are done so well. Those tags are just scrumptious by the way…
As soon as i read “cork” on this post, i jumped out my seat and went to get some from the living room. i now have 4 new stamps made from old corks!! Thank you thank you thank you. This is one of the only places where i know i’ll always find something new i’d like to try. Your tutorials are done so well. Those tags are just scrumptious by the way…
As soon as i read “cork” on this post, i jumped out my seat and went to get some from the living room. i now have 4 new stamps made from old corks!! Thank you thank you thank you. This is one of the only places where i know i’ll always find something new i’d like to try. Your tutorials are done so well. Those tags are just scrumptious by the way…
As soon as i read “cork” on this post, i jumped out my seat and went to get some from the living room. i now have 4 new stamps made from old corks!! Thank you thank you thank you. This is one of the only places where i know i’ll always find something new i’d like to try. Your tutorials are done so well. Those tags are just scrumptious by the way…
Is that a Club Scrap stamp I see?? 😉 CS got me into scrapping/stamping 9 years ago and I still have a thing for them.
Love your tags!
Is that a Club Scrap stamp I see?? 😉 CS got me into scrapping/stamping 9 years ago and I still have a thing for them.
Love your tags!
Is that a Club Scrap stamp I see?? 😉 CS got me into scrapping/stamping 9 years ago and I still have a thing for them.
Love your tags!
Is that a Club Scrap stamp I see?? 😉 CS got me into scrapping/stamping 9 years ago and I still have a thing for them.
Love your tags!
You have an amazing site and tutorials! You mention erasers/corks for carving but I think the pic shows a better, thicker rubber material like master carve blocks. May I ask where you get these? I think they carve better than cork or other thinner foam like products. Thanks so much for all that you share and inspire.
You have an amazing site and tutorials! You mention erasers/corks for carving but I think the pic shows a better, thicker rubber material like master carve blocks. May I ask where you get these? I think they carve better than cork or other thinner foam like products. Thanks so much for all that you share and inspire.
You have an amazing site and tutorials! You mention erasers/corks for carving but I think the pic shows a better, thicker rubber material like master carve blocks. May I ask where you get these? I think they carve better than cork or other thinner foam like products. Thanks so much for all that you share and inspire.
You have an amazing site and tutorials! You mention erasers/corks for carving but I think the pic shows a better, thicker rubber material like master carve blocks. May I ask where you get these? I think they carve better than cork or other thinner foam like products. Thanks so much for all that you share and inspire.
I use Speedy Carve: http://tinyurl.com/6jzmbor
I use Speedy Carve: http://tinyurl.com/6jzmbor
I use Speedy Carve: http://tinyurl.com/6jzmbor
I use Speedy Carve: http://tinyurl.com/6jzmbor
I wanted to ask what you would use to glue a handle onto the back of the stamp. I was thinking a small piece of wood or a scrap piece of the rubber, but what kind of glue would you use?
I wanted to ask what you would use to glue a handle onto the back of the stamp. I was thinking a small piece of wood or a scrap piece of the rubber, but what kind of glue would you use?
I wanted to ask what you would use to glue a handle onto the back of the stamp. I was thinking a small piece of wood or a scrap piece of the rubber, but what kind of glue would you use?
I wanted to ask what you would use to glue a handle onto the back of the stamp. I was thinking a small piece of wood or a scrap piece of the rubber, but what kind of glue would you use?