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Hello all! I am addicted to stamping and this is definitely no secret. I also love to create my own unique backgrounds using various stamped images.
Large scale designs work best for quick pattern stamping and today I’d like to share 4 cards I created in less than an hour using Altenew’s stunning Peony Bouquet stamp set. I have previously shared this technique using various tropical images (you can see more HERE), today I’d like to re-visit this technique again.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
I am explaining everything in detail on my video, you can watch it below or on my Youtube channel:
CARD DETAILS
The idea is instead of using an A2 sheet to create one card begin stamping on a full Letter or A4 (for my European friends) sheet of cardstock. By working on a larger sheet of paper and by using large images you can quickly create a beautiful hand-stamped pattern for your cards. It is going to take a bit longer than stamping one A2 background, but not 4-times as long.
I started by stamping outlines of the images I wanted to use first. I used VersaFine Onyx Black ink for a rich black outlines. I had all of my images mounted onto clear blocks so that I didn’t have to spend time re-mounting my stamps, having a bunch of clear blocks is certainly very helpful when it comes to this type of stamping.
Usually I stamp images rather randomly when I am making similar backgrounds, today however, I started with a large flower, added leaves and smaller flower to create a cluster. Once the outlines were stamped I switched to matching solid images and started coloring my background.
I am no expert colorist so I adore using stamp set like this one, sets that allow me to pretend I can have fantastic colored images on my cards. While there are matching layers to stamp-color these flowers and leaves you can always color them using your favorite coloring medium.
Once my background stamping was complete I cut my sheet apart into 4 pieces, adhered them onto A2 card bases and added beautiful sentiments from the Painted Inspiration stamp set.
SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Altenew Peony Bouquet Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | AZ | AN |
 Altenew Painted Inspiration Stamp Set Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Coral Berry Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Frosty Pink Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Buttercream Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Cotton Candy Crisp Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Caramel Toffee Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Mango Smoothie Crisp Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Frayed Leaf Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Altenew Forest Glades Dye Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AN |
 Hero Arts Platinum Embossing Powder PW117 Shop at: SSS | HA | AZ |
 Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun PW200 Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 Simon Says Stamp Black Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Neenah 80 Solar White Paper Pack 250 Sheets Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 ScraPerfect Crafting Pouch Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Versamark Watermark Emboss Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | HA | AZ |
 Martha Stewart Mini Scoring Board Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Tsukineko VersaFine Onyx Black Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Scrapbook Adhesives White Foam Squares Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 EZ Runner Grand – Permanent Shop at: SC | AZ |
 EZ Runner Grand – Permanent – Refill Shop at: SC | AZ |
ADDITIONAL INSPIRATION
Would you like to see more cards with stamped backgrounds? I have a lot of ideas on my blog, click the link below the image to see the project in detail:
1. Stretching Holiday Stamps for everyday cards. 2. Mixing Stamping and heat embossing. 3. Heat embossing image outlines.
1. Pastel Background. 2. Floral background. 3. Heat embossed background.
Absolutely gorgeous, Yana!!! Love the stamping and card designs! I just ordered this Altenew stamp set with the coordinating dies! Can’t wait to use it!
awww, thank you!
Wow Yana. Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous.
thank you!
Great way to use these stamps (and any stamps actually) and then create a bunch of cards from them.
Your cards are so pretty and stylish!
thank you so much, Svitlana!
OH MY GOODNESS Yana, these are THE most beautiful cards I’ve seen in a while! Absolutely STUNNING and you bet I pinned this! Doing this first thing tomorrow morning. The only problem IS, I don’t have those beautiful Altenew stamps:(
I am sure I have something but I am certain they aren’t as beautiful as Altenew’s!
awww, thank you, Teresa! yes, this can be done using many different sets 🙂
Beautiful! I love your creations and your tutorials are very informative. Thank you!
thank you, Deborah!
I love your designs. This is a beautifu! I’m just getting started using Altenew florals and butterflies. You have inspired me. Have a great night!
thank you, Wendy! have fun!
This is a great idea and I am really glad you “revisited” it! Beautiful cards too 😉
thank you!
I loved this background in black and white then you added leaves and I thought then it was pretty enough. Then you finished off with the flowers and I thought the finished piece was perfect! Thank you for sharing this craft you love!
awwww, thank you so much!
Love this card Yana–and the sentiment most of all! Thanks for the inspiration!!
thank you!