Masking Alternatives

Learn some tricks for masking detailed images without fussy-cutting.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Color a stamped image on white cardstock.
   
   TIP:
   To create a white border around the image and keep the panel in place while coloring, mask the outer .25” of the cardstock with tape.
   

   

2. Step 2

   Cover the stamped image with Glossy Accents, being careful to stay within the lines. Let dry completely.

   

3. Step 3

   Apply ink over the cardstock using a sponge, dauber, or other inking tool. The Glossy Accents will resist the ink and therefore mask the stamped images.
   
   Remove the tape masks and buff off the excess ink from the Glossy Accents with a cloth.

   

4. Step 4

   Use the panel to complete a card.

   

5. Step 5

   For another way to mask images, cover a colored image with an embossing pen such as a VersaMarker, being careful to stay within the lines.

   

6. Add clear embossing powder and heat set.
   
   If needed, add another layer of embossing ink and powder.

   

7. Step 6

   Apply ink over the cardstock. The heat embossing will resist the ink and therefore mask the stamped images.

   

8. Remove the tape masks and buff off the excess ink from the heat embossing with a cloth.

   

9. Step 7

   Use the panel to complete a card.

   

10. Step 8

    A third method is to cover the stamped images with a thick layer of rubber cement, being careful to stay within the lines. Use a thin paint brush that has been designated for this technique to get into tight spaces. Let dry completely.

    

11. Step 9

    Apply ink over the cardstock, and flick on various mists if desired. The rubber cement will resist the ink and therefore mask the stamped images.

    

12. Step 10

    Remove the tape masks and use a clean cloth to rub away the rubber cement.

    

13. Step 11

    Use the panel to complete a card.

    

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Masking Alternatives. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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