Do you like a stencil background? Did you know that if you are lacking in mojo, then, this can be a great place to start… let me show you how!
But first, would you like to see today’s cards?
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#STENCILBACKGROUNDS
Not sure where to start? Then why not grab out a stencil, or if you are feeling daring… a layering stencil set. Before you know it you will have some happy crafty time and cards made in a flash!
Idea #1 – Multicoloured Images
So of course I started with a multi layered stencil, these do take longer to create with, but the depth and colours that you can add ALL in just one layer on a card is worth it (perfect for posting). You can simply add a sentiment to a background and call this done…
But I couldn’t leave it at that, Oh No, I had to go and add a sweet bowl. And initially I was adding the sentiment in strips but then I remembered the Nesting Hearts, and that made MY heart happy!
Having such a busy background meant that I didn’t need to add much to complete this card. So the sweet bowl sentiment was popped up in the centre of the design and I called it done!
Idea #2 – Repeat an Image
Create your very own stencil background by repeating an image. This image comes out of a large layering stencil set, but, I only used one portion of it. I simply repeated the same image using the same coloured inks to make this background.
And what next, it’s a light background and I thought it would be fun to ‘busy’ it up with a bold shiny die cut sentiment.
And what about a few leaves and flowers? All of a sudden this simple background is just that, it’s there but the sentiment and the bouquet are now the main feature that catches your eye first.
Are you ready to use a Stencil Background to create your next card? I’d love to see what you are making and what inspires you!
If you have a favourite, let me know in the comments below!
Crafty Hugs,
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You really do know how to make a show-stopping background, Therese! As much as the first appeals to my sweet tooth it’s the second brilliant idea that is going to make me look at all of my stencils again!
Gorgeous stencils, fabulous ideas!
=] M
So glad you liked them my beautiful friend x
Two wonderful ideas… one so bright and cheer and the other soft and lovely. Both so fantastic!
Thank you so much Lisa!
I absolutely adore these cards. I am a fan of more pastel colors yet the candy card is my fave for content…maybe I will switch it up! Hmmm. Wonderful as always.
I always love me a bright colour combo lol.
Both of your cards are so beautiful! I think stamping your message on those little hearts is brilliant in the first card is brilliant!
Thank you so much Carrie
Gorgeous stenciling and color combo! I love both!
You are so sweet, thanks Meghan!
Wonderful cards! I love the sweet stencilled floral background.
Thank you Laurie!
I love both of your cards!! I’m also inspired to try a variant of your second card using a small sprig stamp that I struggle to use. Thank you!!
How wonderful Cynthia, what a great idea for the sprig stamp!!
These are such beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks so very much!
That candy stencil looks like it would be fun to color! I didn’t think about using that set for valentines day but it’s perfect!
Nothing says Valentines like sweets lol.
Two fab cards. Love them both. Fun and cheerful and soft and elegant!
Thank you my friend!
Gorgeous cards, but the second is my absolute favorite!
Thank you Melissa!
The colors are so nice and I love the flowers!
Thank you!
Your cards are always so beautiful, Therese. I love the sweets card. ðŸ˜
Thank you Mari!
Lovely card! I like the soft background, the bold sentiment, and the airy die cuts that make a statement but blend everything together.
So glad you like this!
Beautiful cards Therese! Love the simplicity in your cards.
Thanks so much!
Wonderful cards – always so inspired!
Thank you Jacki!
Your thank you card is my favorite!!!! So pretty!
Thank YOU!
Fabulous cards! I really love the sweets card – the colours are spectacular! And the thank you card is such a lovely and elegant design!
You are so sweet, thank you Stacey!
Your first card is so cute, Therese! Great idea to use the hearts for the sentiment! The second card is gorgeous–a favorite! Absolutely love your stenciling and the focal point!
Thank you Greta!
I really like the candies. What a cute Valentine card.
Thank you Sharon!
Those sweeties look good enough to eat…making me so hungry lol. Fabulous stencil ideas and I love the styles of the designs too. Great use of colour which make for magnificent designs. Hugs xx
YOu are the sweetest!
Wonderful cards and both oh so different! I love the bright happy sweets background as well as the Thank You card with a stunning and elegant background with the sweet little 3D flowers! Great inspiration as always Therese!! 🙂
Thank you my friend x
Very lovely cards; that sweet bowl card is delightful!
So glad you liked them Gayle!
Awesome cards! I love the fun design with all the candies! Pretty ‘thank you’ card with those beautiful flowers too!
Thanks so much Denise!
The Thank you card is so elegant and perfect. I love the glimmer of the shiny die-cut.
Thank you so much Bridgette!
Your candy card is so cute! I really really like the thank you card with the soft background, the bold sentiment, and the pastel, cascading flowers. Such a lovely card!
So glad you liked them Dorothy!
So beautiful and colourful! I love it!
Thank you Lynn!
Both cards are beautiful, but LOVE the thank you card. Classy and elegant. â¤ï¸
Thank you so much Alicia!
Beautiful cards Therese! Both so different yet similar in the warm nature of the designs. TFS!
Thank you Liz!
Thanks for sharing your cute and beautiful cards–they are so different in style and I think both are terrific!
Yay! Thank you!
The beautiful stenciled sweets is so colorful. It really catches your eye. Thank you for the inspiration and the tips.
Thanks so much Bunny!
Love your cards! How clever to only use one of the stencil layers on your second card..it’s beautiful!
So glad you like them!
Wonderful color and layer inspiration! I like the jar and candies.
That was my fave too!
Both cards are so beautiful ðŸ˜
Thank you!