One of the things I love about paper is the versatility of it. I love texture and color and shimmer but I find that when I buy the pretty paper, I have a hard time using it. Isn't there a saying that crafters are hoarders in disguise?
To solve this, 'I can't use it, I may need it later' issue, and to save money, I started creating my own background paper on solid cardstock. I generally use 65# Recollections brand from Michael's because it is inexpensive and consistent in quality. I do not advise this weight for card bases or flip book construction as it will not hold up to wear and tear as well as 110#. However, it works beautifully for adding to a base or as a Pocket Letter insert. NOTE ~ I also use The Paper Studio line from Hobby Lobby though I find this paper to be softer and tears easily.
I use distress inks and oxides, gelatos, watercolors, shimmer sprays, stamped images, embossing folders, stencils and embossing powder or glitters to create backgrounds. Below is a sampling of recent backgrounds I have created.
I use distress inks and oxides, gelatos, watercolors, shimmer sprays, stamped images, embossing folders, stencils and embossing powder or glitters to create backgrounds. Below is a sampling of recent backgrounds I have created.
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