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Materials
- Sea Hues envelopes--Hero Arts (6074128)
- Sea Hues layering papers--Hero Arts (6074140)
- 8 1/2" x 11" white cardstock
- Clear gemstones--Hero Arts (6005777)
- Black dye ink
- Broken China Distress Ink--Ranger (6014851)
- Chipped Sapphire Distress ink--Ranger (6070087)
- VersaMark ink (10334)
- Clear embossing powder
- White string
- Dry adhesive, such as a tape runner
Tools
- Paper trimmer
- Blending tool and foam pads--Ranger
- Heat tool
- Happy Holidays tree stamp--Hero Arts (6078233)
- Craft knife or QuickStik (optional)
Instructions
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Cut a 3 3/4 x 5 piece from Snow layering paper.
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Stamp Holiday Trees using VersaMark ink and emboss with clear embossing powder. Leave space at the bottom for a message.
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Using an ink blending tool, shade background around trees using Broken China and Chipped Sapphire inks. Layer ink for a smooth background. Wipe off trees with a paper towel. The embossed area will resist the ink.
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Stamp message using black ink.
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Cut a 3 7/8 x 5 1/8 piece of Snow layering paper for the mat.
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Adhere Holiday Trees to mat and then to Azure card.
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Wrap string around card a few times and tie with a bow. Embellish with clear gems, using a craft knife or QuickStik to assist you, if necessary.