Rubber Stamping Techniques: Rubber Stamping Texture Tips
by Kathy Williams
These three texture tips are perfect for any rubber stamping project. This
article discusses how to make unique rubber stamped textures with markers,
sandpaper, baby wipes, and crayons...
Are you looking for a way to make unique textured surfaces and images from your
rubber stamps?
We spent some time working with these unique texture techniques and were amazed
at the versatility and creativity they provided for our rubber stamps.
Most of the items used should be around the house or in the garage. Everything
can be found at your local department store.
The most enjoyable moments happen when you discover a new way to use an old
stamp.
Let's get started!
Texture #1: Sandpaper Paradise
For this technique, you will need a small square of sandpaper. One great idea is
to save old scraps of "used" sandpaper since they will each provide a unique
look to your stamped project. Heavy cardstock will work best for this project
since you will be "buffing" away and don't want to tear a hole in the paper.
Stamp your image on the cardstock using a dye based ink. Highlight the stamped
image with chalks. Taking your sandpaper, gently scrub the paper until the
desired "distressed" look appears. Once finished, it is usually best to cut out
the image from the sanded paper and affix the image to the project. This simple
technique can add a pleasantly aged look when used with walnut or dark brown
pigment inks!
Texture #2: Baby Wipe Blur
To get this unique texture you will need water based markers or watercolor
pencils and a package of baby wipes or damp paper towels. Using your rubber
stamps, stamp your project with the desired image or lettering. Taking your
markers or watercolor pencils, fill in the center and highlight the edges of the
stamp image accordingly. Allow the pigment to set without completely drying.
With your baby wipes, gently "dab" the image. The moisture from the cloth will
cause the coloring to soften and blur resulting in a beautiful finished texture.
Allow to dry and place on remaining project!
Texture #3: Wax Mask
For this rubber stamping texture technique you will need a white crayon or a
piece of wax. Using your rubber stamps, create the stamped image collage on the
chosen piece of paper. Using your wax, gently "color" the areas where
highlighting would occur. Taking a marker or stamp pad, gently fill in the
inner, unstamped area with the color of choice. Allow the ink to dry. After the
ink has dried, gently rub the image in small circular strokes over the "wax"
covered area. The ink will rub off of the wax and the highlights will remain.
These three simple rubber stamping texture techniques are great ways to make
unique cards and scrapbooking pages. Using these tips, you will be able to make
special projects with all of your rubber stamps that others will admire. For a
truly unique textured project, blend all three textures together in by utilizing
sandpaper, wax, and markers!
About the author:
Kathy Williams writes about
rubber stamping and
rubber stamps and
loves to use them for card making, scrapbooking, and other paper craft projects.
