How To Use Vellum in Card Making: A Beginners Tutorial

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to send your best wishes to a friend or family member who loves kite flying, then look no further than this step-by-step guide on how to make a kite flying-themed card! With just a few simple materials and some easy-to-follow instructions, you can create a personalized card that captures the joy and excitement of soaring kites in the sky. Whether it's for a birthday, graduation, or just because, this card is sure to be a hit with any kite enthusiast in your life. So grab your scissors, paper, and glue, and let's get started!

• Let's Fly A Kite Clear Stamp Set
• Free Cricut File - Let's Fly A Kite
• Acrylic Stamp Block
• Black Dye Ink Pad
• Distress Oxide Ink Pad
• Blending Brush
• White Cardstock
• Vellum Paper
• Craft Paper of Choice: Colors, Patterns, and Designs
• Glue
• Scissors or Cricut
• Envelope

• Prismacolor Alcohol-Based Markers
• Glue Tape Runner
• Gelly Roll White Gel Pen
• Tweezers
• Bone Folder
• 3-D Styrofoam Dots
• Address Stamp

The first step in making your kite-flying-themed card is to download the free Cricut file for the Let's Fly A Kite Stamp Set. Cricut machines are a popular choice for crafting enthusiasts because they offer precise and intricate cutting capabilities. Start by selecting your cardstock and loading it onto the Cricut mat. Once you've finalized your design, use the Cricut machine to cut out the shapes. Make sure to carefully peel away any excess paper, and save your designs for later use. With your designs cut out, you're ready to move on to the next step of creating your kite-flying-themed card!

Tip: If you don't have a circut, stamp your designs onto white card stock and you can hand-cut around them. Be sure to leave space for cutting around your stamped images.

After you've cut out your designs using the Cricut machine, the next step in making your card is to use ink and your clear stamp set to outline your designs. Then, using an acrylic stamp block and ink pad, carefully stamp the outline of your previously cut-out designs. This will help to define the shapes and make them stand out on your card. Use a variety of ink colors to add depth and dimension to your designs, and don't be afraid to experiment with different stamping techniques to create unique effects.

To add dimension to your kite-themed card, the next step is to use shading via distressed ink. Distressed ink is a type of ink that gives a vintage or worn look to your designs, and it's perfect for creating a soft, muted background for your card. Start by selecting a color of distressed ink that complements the colors of your cardstock and stamped designs. Then, using a foam blending tool, gently apply the ink in a circular motion to the edges of your cardstock. This will help to create a soft, gradient effect that adds depth and dimension to your card.

The next step is to cut the vellum to add a delicate touch to your design. Vellum is a translucent, almost see-through paper that can add a layer of elegance and sophistication to your card. Start by selecting a vellum paper that complements the colors of your cardstock and designs or use white as a base color.

Once you decide on your paper, use your paper trimmer to cut the vellum into strips or shapes that you can layer over your designs. You can also use a border punch to create decorative edges for your vellum pieces. Once you've cut your vellum pieces, layer them over your cardstock using glue to add a soft and ethereal touch to your card.

The next step in making your kite-flying-themed card is to color in your stamped designs. Coloring in your designs will give them a pop of color and make them stand out even more on your card. Choose a variety of colors that complement your cardstock and any additional embellishments you've added so far.

You can use markers, colored pencils, or watercolor paints to color in your stamps, depending on your preference and the look you're going for. Take your time and be careful to stay within the lines of your stamped designs, and use a light touch to build up the color gradually.

The final step in making your kite-flying-themed card is to glue your colored-in pieces to your card and use 3D dots to add depth. Carefully arrange your stamped and colored-in designs on your cardstock, using your vellum pieces and any additional embellishments you've chosen to add to your design.

Once you're happy with the placement, use adhesive to glue each piece in place. To add even more dimension and depth to your card, use 3D dots to raise some of the stamped designs off the cardstock. This will give your card a layered and textured look. Use 3D dots on the back of your kites, clouds, or any other designs you want to make stand out.