When you have a detailed image and want to add special focus to a part of it, just want to avoid coloring a big area, or are going for a modern look, try this easy technique.

Circle punches

Cardstock

Stamps

Coloring supplies

Q: Spoiled Grandma wrote: "I would like information on doing a card with the distressing technique."

A: There are several different ways to distress your cardstock.
- You can distress the cardstock edges. To find out more about this, check the Ask Beate Question in this newsletter.
- Use walnut ink or tea to stain your paper.
- Crumple up, then flatten out your cardstock, then sponge over the folds to create an aged look.
- Sponge your cardstock. You can find more information on sponging in this newsletter.
- Use your ink pad directly on your cardstock. Swipe the pad over the cardstock to create a distressed look this way.
- If you use patterned paper, try sanding it. The white of the inside of the paper will show through.

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Kathy has a suggestion for the acetate card: "I would start at the very back of the card and work myself to the front of the card. This seems like it would be easier to line up layers that are getting a bit smaller each time you work your way to the front."

Acetate Card tutorial
Acetate Card gallery

You will need a 9" x 12" white envelope as well as a paper trimmer with scoring blade and strong adhesive.