Technique 1: Custom Foam Stamps
Studio L3 has kicked off the new Compendium of Curiosities 2 Challenge, generously sponsored by Simon Says Stamp.
I had looked at the different techniques in my (signed copy) of the book and wondered what the first one would be. I thought, “as long as it’s not page 66” (I don’t have any foam)! 😉
As the first weeks challenge fell on Friday 13th, I decided to go with a darker theme.
Whilst cutting an assortment of foam stamps I came up with the idea of using my Sizzix Movers and Shapers Keyhole and Cabinet Dies to make a door and have the image lurking behind the keyhole. I chose the Stampotique stamp because it’s just so creepy. The question mark stamp, from Tim Holtz’s World Traveller set, reminds me of Batman’s ‘The Riddler’, and also has quite a creepy look to it.
I made up a small assortment of custom foam stamps using my Sizzix BIGZ and Movers & Shapers Dies. I’m pleased with the piece I made, however, I’ve realised that I’m not a fan of foam stamps and doubt I will use this technique again, although I’m pleased I tried it.
As I am unlikely to reuse my foam stamps, I’ve decided to give them away. Comment on my blog during the next week and I will pick a winner at random and send the stamps to you.
I love your “creepy” project!
I’m a big fan of using creepy details in beautiful designs. This one reminds me of my dark-dudes collection.(like the tin-plates on my inspiration board).
I’m saving money to buy a Big Shot with my birthday because I really want a die cutting machine for my crafting and I love everything Tim Holtz!
Next week I can pick-up my first online crafting order ever and with that my very first Tim Holtz products!
So far only the idea-ology gears but you’ve got to start somewhere! I can’t wait!
Thank you for sharing, Greetz Dee
I love your “creepy” piece!
great key hole project…..i love your stamps…i have been using foam stamps and find that they are best when used with acrylic paint….. 😉
Great use of the keyhole…. love your door!
Hi Zoe – I love your creepy keyhole card, love the stampotique stamps, and what a lovely mountain of foam stamps you’ve made…I really enjoyed using mine 😀
Ann xxx
Oh, no– I’m sorry about the page 66 thing! I’m glad you were able to play along, anyway, and your wonderfully gothic card is AWESOME!!! What a great design, Zoe– really special and clever.
I don’t use foam stamps much, either, although I’ve found I really love them when stamping fabric. You’re very generous to give away this cool assortment!
Thanks so much for helping launch the new challenge– you’re the BOMB, girl!
Zoe this is great work !
Sweet! I love the way he lines up so perfect through the keyhole. So awesome. Found you through Studio L3 and I can say that I am very glad I did! 🙂
Well I think your project looks fantastic & I can’t believe you want to give away your stamps! I just stumbled across your blog & I love your work, hope I’mnot to late to be considered for the give away!!
Have become a follower so I don’t miss any of you amazing work xx
Or I would if there was a follower button, Lol! 😉
Hi. I just happened upon your site and your work is adorable. I was wondering whst kind of fosm did you use. The one I bought is to thick and won’t go through the vagabond.