Summer Fun with House Mouse Stamps

Hello crafty friends!

I’m excited to share my latest cardmaking adventure using stamps from the new “House Mouse Summer Fun” stamps. These adorable stamps are perfect for summer-themed projects, and I had a blast creating a set of four A2 cards. Here’s a step-by-step guide to my cardmaking process, which I hope will inspire you to create your own delightful designs.

Stamping and Coloring

I started by stamping the House Mouse images on Neenah 80 lb cardstock panels. These stamps fill almost the entire A2 card front, providing a substantial image for coloring. Using my trusty COPIC markers, I brought these charming mice to life. The detailed shading provided by the stamps made the coloring process easy and enjoyable.

Cutting the Panels

Once the coloring was complete, I used rectangle dies to cut out the images. I chose dies that are half an inch smaller on all sides than an A2 card front. This ensured that my colored panels would have a nicely matted appearance.

Creating the Mats

Next, I cut slightly larger panels from color cardstock that matched one of the colors in my images. This added a cohesive look and made the colored panels pop.

Selecting Patterned Paper

To complement my coloring, I picked patterned paper that either matched or contrasted with the colors I used. This added an extra layer of visual interest to the cards.

Assembling the Cards

I adhered the patterned paper to the A2 card fronts, then aligned the matted colored panels in the center. The combination of the patterned paper and the colored images created a beautiful and balanced design.

Adding Sentiments

For the finishing touch, I stamped coordinating sentiments with white embossing powder on color card-stocks and cut them into strips. Using foam tape, I added the sentiments to each card, giving them a bit of dimension.

And there you have it! Four adorable House Mouse cards ready to send some summer cheer. These stamps are a joy to work with, and their pre-shaded designs make them perfect for quick and easy coloring.

I hope you enjoyed this detailed look at my cardmaking process. Happy crafting!

Until next time,

Hugs,

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