We all have loads of die-cuts right? But unless you are using them for more than a single application then you are not taking full advantage of them. Today I am showing you how to think differently and take your die-cuts further in a few easy steps.
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Step 1
Die cut the circle mesh out of cardstock. I used a manilla tag for my experiments but you could easily re-create this on a card or layout.
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Step 2
Use the negative of the die-cut piece, place it on another tag and use it as a stencil. Ink over the interesting edges using a dye ink and keep on turning it to ink around all the edges creating a really interesting effect.
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Step 3
Place this negative piece on top of another inked tag, or use patterned paper to back the cut out for a nice alternative.
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Step 4
Ink the positive piece of the die-cut (mesh circle) back inside the negative.
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Step 5
Use the positive circle mesh and mist it with ink, while it is still wet flip it over and use it as a stamp onto another tag. This creates a beautiful effect and will look great on a layout as part of your background. Now use the inked positive on another tag or card.
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And that is how you can achieve at least 5 different looks and effects using a single die-cut.
Number 5…yes I am the person that colours the confetti circles and then adheres them onto my project!
Have fun experimenting and seeing how you can make the most of your die-cuts and use your single die-cut in 5 different ways.
Products Used
- KCDD560 Kaisercraft Cutting Dies – Circle Mesh
- ADCO 724824 Couture Creations GoCut and Emboss
- TMD-200 Memento Dew Drop Ink Pad – Tangelo
- TMD-400 Memento Dew Drop Ink Pad – Rose Bud
- TGD-75 VersaMagic Dew Drop Ink Pad – Pink Petunia
- TME-800 Memento Ink Pad – Rich Cocoa
- TB 62191 Tombow Mono Multi Glue
- Other: Tags, Ribbon
2 Comments.
Great ideas!!!!
thank you :-)