Hello, Ang here on the blog wishing you a Happy Monday!
I’m really loving the purple and yellow combo right now, and the Stunning Starflowers Stamp Set by Altenew is the perfect way to bring both colours together.
I stamped the multi‑step flowers using the Shades of Purple Fresh Dye Ink, although the Enchanted Garden purples would look just as beautiful. One of my favourite things about Altenew’s multi‑step stamps is how clearly each layer is labelled, so you always know which one to use next. The included colour guide is fantastic too, it takes away all the guesswork and makes the layering process feel effortless.
If you prefer a single layer look, the Stunning Starflowers Mask Stencil is a brilliant option. Simply position the positive pieces over their coordinating images with a little temporary adhesive, then stamp another image over the top. Once you remove the stencil, it looks as though the second image is tucked perfectly behind the first.
After stamping, I used the coordinating Stunning Starflowers dies to cut out the blooms and a few leaves. I ink blended the leaves with Parrot and Grass Field inks for a fresh pop of green. For the background, I used the Pinkfresh Studio Leafy Loops coverplate die on a 4.25in x 5.5in card base, then painted a soft wash of yellow using Maple Yellow ink from the Pocketful of Sunshine collection mixed with a little water on my glass mat.
I adhered the flowers with Instant Dimension Foam Tape and tucked the leaves underneath, keeping them flat for contrast. To finish, I added the die‑cut ‘Star’ sentiment inked in Midnight Violet and stamped the ‘You’re a’ in the same shade to tie everything together. I then added some excess blooms I had stamped along with some leaves to the inside for an extra special touch.
Have a wonderful week!
