Are you looking for an easy stamping technique?

Do you look for ways to create easy cards with an unusual technique?  The Faux Tearing technique is quite simple even for beginner stampers. It's an oldie but a goodie so don't forget to give it a try every now and then. 

Here's one very easy idea to try using the Color & Contour stamp set (formerly sold as a bundle, now sold separately):

 

Supplies:

Stamp set: Color & Contour 154994

Ink: Memento Black 132708, Basic Gray 149165, Soft Sea Foam 147102.

Stampin’ Blends:  Poppy Parade 154958, Old Olive 154892, Highland Heather 154887.

Paper:  Poppy Parade (119793) 5 ½ X 8 ½ sc 4 ¼, Basic Black (121045) 4 x 5 ¼, Basic White (159276) 3 ¾ X 5, Masking Paper (155480).

Accessories:  Blending Brushes (153611), Paper Trimmer (152392), Silicone Craft Mat (127853), Multipurpose Glue (110755).

Instructions:

1. Tear two pieces masking paper for width of Basic White cardstock and apply. 
   
   
   
   
2. Stamp images between and on top of masking paper.
3. Color as desired using your Stampin’ Blends.
4. Using Blending Brush and Sea Foam ink lightly apply ink over image to give the background a soft color.
5. Remove masking tape and stamp sentiment using Basic Gray ink.
6. Add adhesive and apply above to the Basic Black cardstock and then to Poppy Parade card base.
7. Add embellishments if you desire.