Acrylic Block Stamping for Card Making Backgrounds

Have you ever tried acrylic block stamping to create unique backgrounds with Stampin' Write water-based markers? It's a fun technique, and the results are always unpredictable. Each card you make will turn out differently using this method. Remember, it's just cardstock, so if you make a mistake, it's not a big deal!

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Gather your acrylic blocks, some markers, and Shimmery White cardstock—it's time to get creative! Important tips to note: use STAMPIN' WRITE MARKERS and not the Stampin' Blends Alcohol Markers. Also, the Shimmery White cardstock works better than Basic White as it absorbs water more effectively.

Acrylic Block Stamping Video Tutorial

In the video, my daughter Jesi and I team up to demonstrate various examples of this stamping technique. Although the technique remains the same, experimenting with different color combinations is key. You'll need to discover your ‘magic touch’ regarding the amount of water to use.

All the Card Details

Throughout the video, we share numerous tips and showcase several card designs. Below, I've included pictures of all the cards we demonstrated, alongside cutting measurements and colors used for the acrylic block stamping.

LEFT CARD:

• Card Base: Coastal Cabana
• Shimmery White: 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
• Basic Black: 3 3/8" x 4 5/8"
• Marker Colors: Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Pool Party, Balmy Blue
• Stamp Set: Paradise Palms

RIGHT CARD:

• Card Base: Crumb Cake
• Shimmery White: 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
• Basic Black: 3 3/8" x 4 5/8"
• Marker Colors: Old Olive, Granny Apple Green, Pear Pizzazz, Mint Macaron
• Stamp Set: Forever Fern

LEFT CARD:

• Card Base: Pool Party
• Shimmery White: 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
• Basic Black: 3 3/8" x 4 5/8"
• Marker Colors: Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana, Pool Party, Balmy Blue
• Stamp Set: Let's Set Sail

RIGHT CARD:

• Card Base: Crumb Cake
• Shimmery White: 3 1/2" x 4 3/4"
• Basic Black: 3 5/8" x 4 7/8"
• Marker Colors: Pumpkin Pie, Mango Melody, Crushed Curry, Daffodil Delight
• Stamp Set: Dainty Delight

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LEFT CARD:

• Card Base: Blushing Bride
• Shimmery White: 3 1/4" x 4 1/2"
• Basic Black: 3 3/8" x 4 5/8"
• Marker Colors: Petal Pink, Blushing Bride, Flirty Flamingo
• Stamp Set: Sweetest Cherries

RIGHT CARD:

• Card Base: Soft Sea Foam (7" x 5")
• Shimmery White: 2 1/2" x 3 3/4"
• Shimmery White Layer: 2 3/4" x 4"
• Marker Colors: Old Olive, Granny Apple Green, Pear Pizzazz, Mint Macaron
• Stamp Set: Quiet Meadow

September Happenings

Create four new card templates from Volume 11 of our FREE Card Making Templates video series. These layouts will help you design quick, easy cards using any stamps, ink, and paper you have. Volume 12 coming September 5!

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In addition to creating your free card templates, there are even more exciting happenings in September! Learn more about them:

• Fall Mini Catalog Launch
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