Masking 101*

Masking paper techniques help you create one-layer designs, can be used like a stencil, and even be used to create scenes on your projects. 

Use masking 3 ways - Find out how

No. 1 - Spotlight Masking

January 2023 IN THE SPOTLIGHT* https://stampyandscrappy.blogspot.com Finished A2 card is 4-1/4 X 5-1/2 Technique in focus ・ Spotlight Masking    Supplies to create this one-layer card Stamps: Framed Florets 161815 Paper: [cardstock] white  Ink: basic gray, polished pink Et cetera: [embellishments] Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels 158987 [tools] masking paper 155480, watercolor pencils, original assortment 141709; blending brushes 153611 Surplus❀   Pencil colors: Basic Gray, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo

 

Spotlight Masking

 

No. 2 - Reverse Masking January 2023 DESERT DESIGN* https://stampyandscrappy.blogspot.com Finished A2 card is 4-1/4 X 5-1/2 Technique in focus ・ Reverse Masking   Supplies to create this one-layer card Stamps: Desert Details 160523 Paper: [cardstock] Melon Mambo, Tahitian Tide, Crumb Cake Ink: Basic Gray, Tahitian Tide Et cetera: [embellishments] Solid Faceted Gems 159189 [tools] masking paper 155480, blending brushes 153611  Surplus❀ Happy Labels punch 160693 coordinates the perfect greeting with your design

 

Reverse Masking

No. 3 - Basic Masking (no photo)

Keep reading to find out more....

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Technique in Focus

Masking 

with Lisa Salkeld

Use masking techniques to add depth to your stamping. There are three types of masking techniques: spotlight, reverse, and basic. These help you create one-layer designs, can be used like a stencil, and even be used to create scenes on your projects. 

 

Supplies

□card stock and stamps

□masking paper

□blending brushes

□ink

□scissors or dies

 

✦Spotlight masking-uses the positive shape (object)

Use masking to protect your stamped images as you add color with blending brushes around your image. Or use the paper for color blocking, creating spaces where you intentionally want color or do not want color.

Stamp: Stamp your first image, or sentiment, on cardstock

 

Mask: Die cut desired shape from masking paper. Set negative (area around the object) to the side. Peel backing from shape and de-tack if too sticky. Place shape over sentiment

 

Stamp: Stamp next image(s) in diagonal rows across card stock or as desired

 

Keep mask in place

 

Ink: Add ink to a blending brush. First, brush ink onto scrap piece of paper to remove most of the ink from the brush. Then, place brush on masked area, brush outward from the masked object to the stamped panel and lift the brush. Repeat, blending ink outward from the masked object to the panel, and lifting, until you have the desired amount of ink added to your design. Avoid brushing from the panel onto the mask as this will pull up the edges of the mask, preventing clean blending

 

Remove mask

 

✦Reverse masking-uses the negative from the shape (surrounding space; similar to a stencil)

To create a stencil, stamp image on masking paper and cut out with scissors or die cut desired shape from masking paper. Set positive (shape) to the side. Peel backing from negative (this is your mask). De-tack if too sticky. 

 

Place mask as desired 

 

Keep mask in place

 

Ink: Add ink to a blending brush. First, brush ink onto scrap piece of paper to remove most of the ink from the brush. Blend ink inside masked area until you have the desired amount of ink added to your design. Avoid brushing directly from the panel onto the mask as this may pull up the edges of the mask and prevent clean blending

 

Remove mask

 

Stamp: Stamp image over blended area

✦Basic masking-overlapping objects to create a composition or scene

First, stamp a design on cardstock. Once it is dry, cover with carefully cut masking paper. Stamp whatever image you want around the masking paper without worrying about the images overlapping one another. Create as many masks as you need for your scene. Once your scene is complete, remove the masking paper to find crisp, clean designs.

Stamp #1

1. Stamp your first image, this image will appear in the foreground of your design

 

2. Stamp the same image on a masking paper. If more than one mask is desired, stamp multiple times 

2a. Carefully cut out the images on the masking paper; cut right on the line or even slightly inside of it

 

3. Layer your masking paper images, or masks, over the images stamped on your cardstock

 

Stamp #2

4. Stamp your next image onto your card stock. Some of this image with be over your mask. It will appear to be in the background of your design

 

Once you have finished stamping, remove the mask

 

Repeat the masking process until your design is complete 

Lisa  ⎹  Maker + Papercrafter

Specializing in handmade greeting cards

Join me for step-by-step instruction through all the 

creative folds, techniques, and tutorials

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Here are some close-up photos -

Spotlight Masking - the positive as a mask

Reverse masking - the negative as a mask

Last, have a look at this throwback project share from 2014. It is similar to the basic masking technique, using a positive image or images, for creating a scene-type design...

Here are the details - 

Project Sheet: May 2014 Club

Card is 4-1/4” x 5-1/2”

Project is 3D

 

Stamps Regarding Dahlias 130327 p. 91

Paper p. 139 In Color 2013-2015 Designer Series Paper Stack (DSP) 130136 p. 141, Whisper White Card Stock 100730, Strawberry Slush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pistachio Pudding

Ink p. 139 Strawberry Slush, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pistachio Pudding, Daffodil Delight p. 142, Basic Gray p.144

Et cetera Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack 118309 p 180 (Retiring), Label Bracket Punch 132153 OC 

Surplus rhinestone stickies p. 171, Crop-o-dile, crochet thread, all-purpose ribbon p. 173

 

.. Card ..

A masking technique is used to create this design.  To make a mask, the image is first stamped onto a transparency sheet using Stazon ink.  Allow ink to dry and cut around image.  You will need two “masks.”  Wipe your stamp and mask clean between each use.

 

First, stamp the desired image using Strawberry Slush ink in the center-left area of the card front.  This is the only image that will be stamped whole, or with the complete image showing.  

Next, cover the stamped image with a mask and stamp just above the first image using Crisp Cantaloupe.  Allow the stamp to “fall off the card.”

Cover both images and stamp a third image in the upper-right area of the card front using Daffodil Delight ink.

Then, mask the center image and stamp lower-left area of the card using Daffodil Delight ink.

Finally, masking the center image and the lower-left images, stamp the bottom right of the card front using Pistachio Pudding ink.

 

.. Box ..

Finished box measures 3” x 3-3/4” x 1-1/2”

Start with a 6” x 12” piece of DSP

Score on landscape @

1-1/2”     5-1/4”     6-3/4”     10-1/2”

Score on portrait @

            1-1/2”     4-1/2”

Fold score lines

In 1-1/2” margins, snip score lines (do not cut away)

Build box; adhesive SNAIL p. 174 is okay, keep a light touch if using Tombow p. 175

 

Ribbon embellishment is 18-20” in length and tied in a simple knot.

Crochet thread is used to attach Label Bracket tags to ribbon embellishment.

Easy as 1-2-3! Try all three types of masking and see where your creativity takes you :)

Happy Stamping!  -Lisa 

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Stamp – Framed Florets

Fancy florals for your projects

https://www.stampinup.com/products/framed-florets-photopolymer-stamp-set-english?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Tools – Masking Paper

Card-making essential

https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-up-masking-paper?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Tools – Watercolor Pencils

Coordinating colors for your collection

https://www.stampinup.com/products/watercolor-pencils?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Tools – Blending Brushes

Use for applying ink lightly or creating soft, gradient backgrounds. Pairs well with masking techniques 

https://www.stampinup.com/products/blending-brushes?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Embellishments – Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels

Simple elegance

https://www.stampinup.com/products/iridescent-pearl-basic-jewels?dbwsdemoid-2048063

Stamp – Desert Details

Add the warmth of the desert sun to your projects

https://www.stampinup.com/products/desert-details-cling-stamp-set-english?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Tools – Masking Paper

Card-making essential

https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-up-masking-paper?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Tools – Blending Brushes

Use for applying ink lightly or creating soft, gradient backgrounds. Pairs well with masking techniques 

https://www.stampinup.com/products/blending-brushes?dbwsdemoid=2048063

Embellishments – Solid Faceted Gems

Saturated color for a wow-factor

https://www.stampinup.com/products/solid-faceted-gems?dbwsdemoid=2048063

 

Punch

https://www.stampinup.com/products/happy-labels-pick-a-punch?dbwsdemoid=2048063

 

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Lisa  ⎹  Maker + Papercrafter Specializing in handmade greeting cards Join me for step-by-step instruction through all the  creative folds, techniques, and tutorials Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator 14 years  ⎹  Lifetime crafter   create today (◡‿◡✧)   Blog: https://stampyandscrappy.blogspot.com Shop 24-7: https://lisasalkeld.stampinup.net Email: lisasalkeld@gmail.com Thank you for visiting!