How to create stunning background layers for your cards

Are you looking for a way to create unique backgrounds for your cards? Would you like to try something other than patterned or plain paper layers? In this video I am going to show you how to take a plain piece of card stock and transform it into a stunning background layer for your cards. This technique is super easy, fun and packs a real wow factor.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

To create this stunning background, choose an embossing folder. For my card, I chose the Hammered Metal embossing folder:

 

For this technique you are also going to need your Sponge Brayers - these are the prefect tool to apply color to your folders, as I will show you in the video below:

 

Next pick your colors for your card and some images to add to the front. I am so excited that Stampin' Up! brought back the Hey Chick stamp set (only for a short time) so of course I chose this bundle for my card. You can create fun, whimsical chicken families with the variety of images in the Hey Chick set. 

 

 

Here's my card: 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home:

 

Stamp set: Hey Chick (bundle: 158190)

Ink: Soft Suede, Memento Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Smoky Slate, Real Red, Bumble Bee

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Smoky Slate: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Whisper White: 3 3/4" x 5"; 1" x 5"; scraps for eggs and hen; scrap for phrase
        Bumble Bee: 5 1/4" x 4"

Misc: Hammered Metal embossing folder #150646; Sponge Brayers #141714, Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine #149653; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

 

Here's my video - watch all the way through for bonus tips and to see two other cards using different embossing folders with this fun technique. 

Comments

[Terri]

Hi Kathy - you made my day! That's exactly what I hope my videos will do; help you use what you already have on hand. I hope you give this technique a try using your favorite embossing folders. Thanks for leaving a comment.

[Kathy A]

Thank you; it is always great to learn a new technique using stuff you already have! It sure makes the hobby budget go a little further!

[Terri]

Thanks Joanne. It is such a fun technique - one that I haven't used in years. I think the stamp set added a playful touch too.

[Terri]

Thanks Ann! I love this technique - it's so easy and packs a nice wow factor. I am excited to share a new card idea at your party this week.

[Ann]

Your backgrounds are beautiful! Thank you for sharing at Party In Your PJ's.

[Joanne]

What a neat technique! Thank you for sharing with us at Encouraging Hearts and Home.