Learn How to Create Interesting Backgrounds with Monoprinting

"Use dye inks to ink an embossing folder and create these awesome background images in a handmade card. Elina Stromberg shows you how to go through all the steps in this tutorial. ...If I had to pick just one must-have product, it would be the Tuxedo Black Memento ink. It’s a fast drying, water-based dye ink, and it is my No. #1 choice when coloring stamped images with alcohol markers. Another advantage is the easy cleaning of the stamps. No scrubbing is needed as the water-based inks can simply be wiped away with a wet wipe. Because they clean so easily, Memento is a great ink for inking your embossing folders because they will not damage or stain your embossing folders. I used my Tuxedo Black for monoprinting a variety of cool black and white background textures that are perfect for cards, ATC’s and art journal pages. See how I did it."

Time to CompleteUnder an hour

Primary TechniqueStamping

Project or Page SizeCard

Type of Paper UsedCardstock

Project TypeMake a Project

Materials List

• Memento Inkpad – Tuxedo Black
  
• StāzOn – Blazing Red
• VersaFine – Onyx Black
• Sizzix – Embossing folders
• Watercolor paper
• Water mister
• Brayer
• White gesso or acrylic paint
• Scissors