Reverse Masking
by Beate Johns
Use a piece of copy paper or Post-It Note to "fill" images.
Supplies
Outline Image Stamp (e.g. frame, bottles, jars, etc.)
Stamps for the inside of your image
Ink
Paper
Copy Paper or Post-It Note for mask
Hobby knife
Cutting mat
Ruler
Step By Step
Step 1.
Stamp outline image on copy paper or Post-It Note.
Step 2.
Cut out the image inside using a hobby blade, cutting mat and ruler. This is the mask.
Step 3.
Stamp outline image again on cardstock.
Step 4.
Add temporary adhesive to the back of your mask (not necessary if Post-It was used).
Step 5.
Adhere mask over outline image on the cardstock to cover up everything outside the image.
Step 6.
Stamp image or pattern over the mask.
Step 7.
Add more images if desired.
Step 8.
Remove mask and any temporary adhesive residue from cardstock.
Variations
Try Faux Framing
You don't need an outline image to use this technique. Make a mask, then sponge and stamp inside. This is called Faux Framing.
Great Set Selection
Great sets for this technique are All Wrapped up, Simple Shapes, and Going Buggy (add texture to the bug's back)....
Your Turn
You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Reverse Masking Cards. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!
Questions and Comments
Have any questions about this tutorial? Any neat tips you've discovered that you'd care to share with the rest of us? Be sure and hit the comments link in the right-hand sidebar.
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