Since Doodlebug starting releasing stamps, I have been having all sorts of fun using different stamping techniques to make the adorable images come to life on my cards. But looking back, I realized that I have failed to showcase one of my favourite techniques - paper piecing! So today's post is all about paper piecing!
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So what is paper piecing anyway? The idea behind paper piecing is that you stamp multiple layers and glue them on top of each on a stamped image? While it can be used to create dimension, it is often used to create patterns on stamped images that would otherwise be difficult to create.
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For instance, on this adorable picnic basket that you will find in the Bar-B-Cute stamp set, I really wanted to create a gingham blanket poking out of the top. Colouring it that way would have been time consuming, so I used paper piecing instead!
Here's how you can too:
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1.Grab your favourite Doodlebug stamps, ink and some patterned paper (like this 6x6 from the Bar-B-Cute collection)
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2. Stamp your original image. I did some colouring at this point, but you can colour your image at the end too!
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3. Ink up your stamp again and stamp the image onto the patterned paper. I am a bit of a paper hoarder, so I only focus on stamping the part of the image I am going to use - in this case, the base of the bbq. Feel free to stamp the whole image if you are more comfortable with that!
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4. Continue the process with any other images in your stamp design that you want to feature pattern. I also wanted a cute plaid oven mit, so away I went!
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5. Using a pair of sharp scissors, fussy cut around your image. Try to maintain as much of the stamped line as possible to get a clean look. And remember, when you are fussy cutting, move the paper and not your scissors to get clean, intricate cuts.
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6. Using a liquid adhesive, glue on your paper piece on the original stamped image.
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7. Add in any additional paper pieces with adhesive. Finish colouring your image if you haven't already done so!
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Note: This technique can be a really fun way to add a unique look to your stamps. Try this technique with little patterns (like this cute ant in the 6x6 collection).
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8. Add it onto a fun card base (like these side step cards) and you are all finished!
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It's as easy as that! And let me tell you - with the awesome patterns in this collection and the adorable stamps in this set that are begging for pattern, you will paper piecing to your heart's content!
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We would love to see what you come up with! Make sure to share your creations on Instagram so we can see your Doodlebug paper piecing creations!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Doodlebug Design Product:
Bar-B-Cute Collection
Bar-B-Cute Stamps
Mini Jewels
Mini paper clips
Other Products:
White cardstock
Alcohol markers
Ink
Adhesive
Absolutely Adorable! I love to paper piece too!
ReplyDeleteThese are so super cute. Love this set.
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