Is there anything you cannot stamp on? Today I stamped on wax paper and I was surprised that it worked out just like I wanted. During our last Waltzingmouse Stamps release there was a service issue with the manufacturer and Claire delayed the release until now – it’s in stock! This has been one of my favorites and I’ve loved playing around with the set, but didn’t want to tease needlessly. I’m back with a card today featuring that magnificent seed packet from Vintage Seed Packet ; I wanted some translucence but not the bulk of vellum so made it from wax paper. The template for the seed packet is HERE – since I made mine from wax paper, I simply hand cut it using the template as a guide.
I’m not sure if my wax venture was successful because of the ink I used or the patience exhibited, lol. I simply stamped with Amuse French Roast Ink, left alone for a minute or two then ever so gingerly hit it with a couple of shots from my heat gun. It is fragile, so I tried to keep my hands off of the ink. Not sure if there is any such thing as heat setting on wax paper but I think it made the ink fuse into the wax and settle down. Don’t you just love an experiment? Because I use wax paper with most of my dies now – I never throw out the cutout shapes and now I may be able to set my mind around a suitable use!
For the card I used Spellbinders™ Grand Large Labels for my card base and layered a panel on top of that. Then I created a border piece that I stamped with French Country. To set it apart from my panel I framed the border with Spellbinders™ Frosty Forms. I stamped and mounted my seed packet then cut a panel to fit inside – it’s stamped with the carnation and a sentiment from Vintage Seed Packet also. I topped off the packet insert with Spellbinders™ Decorative Labels Eight as an easy way to grab the panel. As always, pearls seem right at home with a bit of seam binding.
| SUPPLIES I USED |
| Stamps: Waltzingmouse Stamps – Vintage Seed Packet, French Country Paper: EK Success – Putty, Acorn, MME – Bloom Ink: Amuse French Roast Accessories: Spellbinders™ Grand Large Labels, Spellbinders™ Frosty Forms, Spellbinders™ Decorative Labels Eight, seam binding, Recollections Pearls, Maya Roads Pearl Pin, Spare Parts Brad, Zva Creative Pearls |
It’s almost therapy to get to play – thanks so much for letting me share. See you soon!! 
Oh My! am I the first to comment. This is a very beautiful card Becca as always. You are truly an inspiration. TFS. Hugs! Patricia
Lovely card, Becca! Would you please expound on why and how you use wax paper with dies? Still a novice here!!
Love your cards. Thanks for the inspiration!! How do you use wax paper with your die cuts?
Wow, that is sure pretty. Boy I am in the top five posts today. You are absolutely right about using the wax paper with the intricate cutting dies.
Hugs and God Bless.
Mstgane
Ann
This is a beautiful card. I am one of those persons who likes to think outside the box, too, and I love the idea of using wax paper…. I exist vicariously through your creativity and cards.
With good old staz on can stamp on anything.
Like the way you have curly bits peeking out of the edges. Fab card
BEAUTIFUL BECCA! Is the Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness? You did a LOVELY JOB on this!!!! LOOOOOOOOVE ALL the elements!!!!!!! Will have to give the wax paper a try! :)
WOW! the wax paper pocket is a great idea! Beautiful card!
Love your card! Great colors and bling! I use waxed paper on all my dies that have fancy cut-outs. It is so much easier removing the die from the paper or card stock. Before I discovered using waxed paper, I tore some of the cut outs trying to remove them. Now waxed paper is a staple on my craft table.
This is definitely so gorgeous.I am so in love with all your cards.
Great job.
Katou
So pretty and I love the effect- so light and elegant thanks for sharing Becca
Blows your mind to think you can use waxed paper! Amazing Becca!
Paper Hugs,
Jan
WHOA — you are truly AMAZING and it never ceases to amaze me the way your mind works?! I’ve tried some crazy things, but it honestly never would have occurred to me to even try to stamp (let alone heat set) anything on waxed paper — WOW!!! Can’t wait to try, but better get my to-do-list whittled down a bit first!!! Totally COOL — TFS, Becca!!!
Becca your brain is a stirring! And how we all love it! Wax paper cutouts are like frost in the air or like wisps of vapor…they are just so beautiful. I was wondering though did you use a dye or pigment ink on the wax paper. I suppose I should just get in there and get experimenting myself…such fun. How did you join the wax paper seams together? Score tape or glue dots on the backside? Just wonderin. All the elements on your card are beautiful and wonderful and I am so happy WaltzingMouse has their order back in! Whoo Hoo!
Beautiful card, Becca, as always. I’m interested in what you said about using wax paper with all your dies. What do you do? What does it do? I’m always eager to learn something new. Thank you for always inspiring with your talent.
Fran
Becca,
Your cards are always beautiful and inspiring. I love the idea of making the pocket out of wax paper, but I cannot open the link for the template. It is not highlighted. Can you tell me the web address so that I can get it. Thank you again for being a true inspiration both artistically and spiritually.
Jeanette
Beautiful card! Love your bow, pins!
I love your sense of adventure and this gorgeous card. I’ve never tried stamping on wax paper, but will give it a go after seeing your beautiful results!
WOW Becca, now who else but you would have thought of stamping on something like regular ole wax paper we have in the kitchen cabinet… wow what a cheapie… Looks so great.. shall try it right away and simply adore this card and love your card (as usual).. colors, layout and everything is so gorgeous…. A great card..
Hugs, Jean
That is a charming card, Becca. I love the idea of stamping on wax paper, but I’m afraid!! I guess I’ll have to do some experimenting…but your card is just lovely. The sentiment is perfect for the seed packet! Thank you for the inspiration, as always!
Gorgeous card as always.Using wax paper and stamping on it. Very clever. Love the layers and the great sentiment Thanks for sharing
wow Becca, this is stunning and what a great idea using wax paper.
Love it! Always fun to find a new surface to stamp on. Lovely card…the bow treatment is stunning!
With my last name being Seed this is a must have for my stamping library.
I love your card and your idea for the wax paper pocket! It looks so delicate. It reminds me of glassine bags, but the supplies are right there in your own kitchen!
I ordered the seed packet stamps and a couple of other items during the original release but Claire had to refund my payment due to the issue with the supplier. I’m looking forward to placing a new order right away!
Also, I received my October Kit on Saturday and couldn’t more thrilled! I can’t wait to begin crafting with all the lovely stamps, dies, and papers.
Thanks for sharing your lovely art!
Hugs,
Nancy
Stunning, you just leave me without words Becca!! This is a dream!
Love, love the card. I’m confused about using wax paper with the dies, could you please explain where and how you do that? I’m assuming it helps with removing the cardstock from the cutout. I am curious to the layering. Thanks Mary
Both cards are fabulous. I keep forgetting how lovely it is to use toule.
As always, this card is absolutely gorgeous, Becca! I love the tone on tone with the pop of peachy pink. And I’ll have to try stamping on waxed paper… never even considered it before now!
Wow!! You are so super talented, I just found your blog from watching a video from “Scraptress” (Rina)…..I will definately come back for inspiration!!
love this card, it is so pretty. I love your work, it is always so elegant and inspiring.
Ever so lovely, Becca!
Wax paper – it’s right in front of my nose, but it takes Becca to figure it out. I love that you think out of the box in a beautiful and elegant way. You, Becca, fill this world with hope, beauty, compassion, strength, and faith. Blessings always.