
DIY Simple Bookmark For a last minute gift or for yourself It’s been a while since I created something other than a card with my Joy Clair stamps. I wanted to do something a little different, or maybe a little obvious, with the Tea Time stamp set that includes a stack of books and so many great sentiments. Instead of a card, I’ve created a cute miniature bookmark, that can also be used as a gift tag for the holidays. There are so many ways you can create your own bookmark, but I kept this project quite simple, yet still fun and bright. Directions: Start by creating a base for your bookmark, using either a die cut, by hand, or with your electronic cutting machine. I used a Christmas tag die cut for mine. Using your choice of two colors, blend your oxide inks (or any—I just like the oxide effect) onto your card base. If you’re using oxide inks, splatter a little bit of water so that it activates the inks for those fun water spots. Next, using your MISTI and black inks, stamp the stack of books, from the Joy Clair Tea Time set, onto a piece of white cardstock. Color the books with whatever medium you enjoy best. I used three different color blue markers. Once you’ve colored your books, carefully fussy cut them out. Now, place your bookmark onto your MISTI and take a moment to align the sentiment of your choice on top, using your cut out books as a guide. I already knew that I was going to trim some of my books for the final look. When you have your layout together, stamp your sentiment from the Tea Time set onto your card base. Lastly, adhere your books, trim if needed, and add some fun bakers twine to the top! If you really wanted to, you could laminate your bookmark for a more sturdy placeholder. I’ve never made a bookmark, but I think I’ll make a couple more for Christmas gifts this year using my Tea Time stamp set from Joy Clair. What other projects would you create with this stamp set? SUPPLIES USED: MISTI Stamping Tool – The Most Incredible Stamp Tool Invented Shop at: SB | AZ Permanent Adhesive Dots Roller – 6 pack Shop at: SB Spellbinders – Platinum 6 – Die Cutting and Embossing Machine Shop at: SB | AZ Imagine Nocturne Versafine Clair Ink Pad Shop…
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