Rubber Stamping Technique with the Glass Mat and Markers

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I'm always looking for different ways to color or ink up my rubber stamps to create different looks. Here's a great rubber stamping technique using a glass mat and markers. This is so much fun for creating multi-colored images for handmade cards!

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I shared how to do this technique during this week's Stamp with Me Tuesday. If you missed it, you can catch the replay below. You'll also find the complete supply list and more photos and sample card designs. So, on y go! Let's get stamping.

Video Tutorial for this Rubber Stamping Technique

Here's the step-by-step video tutorial for this terrific technique! Use this technique with your own stamps and supplies to create a unique handmade card. 

Handmade Birthday Card with Butterflies

For this card making technique, I used the Glass Mat Studio from Stampin' Up!®️ You could also use a Silicone Craft Sheet or other non-porous surface. You'll also need water-based markers like the Stampin' Write markers.

For this handmade birthday card, I used the Labeled with Love stamp set and punch. I colored with Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, and Berry Burst markers.

Supply List for this Handmade Birthday Card

Winter Card with Multi-Colored Snowflakes

Choose three or more colors of markers. Start with the lightest color marker and color in small areas directly on the glass mat. Go over each area 2 or 3 times. Then, choose the next lightest marker and color in some of the white space between the areas. Finally, fill in the rest of the white space with the darkest colored marker. 

This winter card uses the NEW Snowy Wonder bundle. This adorable bundle will be in the September-December 2024 Mini Catalog. We'll also be using it for the Fall 2024 Stamping Cross Country Online Retreat.

Supply List for this Snowy Card

Create a Card for a Special Friend

After you've colored on your Glass Mat, apply your stamp to the inked area. Huff on the stamp a little to re-wet the ink, and then stamp on cardstock. You'll find that the images are more muted than the true colors. I find that you can use the same colored spot on your glass mat to do multiple images before needing to start over. 

Why not create a handmade card for a special friend? For this one, I used the Leaf Collection stamp set in Pretty Peacock, Granny Apple Green, and Mossy Meadow. I finished the card using the Friends for Life dies. 

Supply List for this Friend Card

Need Supplies to Make these Cards?

If you need anything to create these handmade cards, simply click the buttons above to see the complete supply list for the card. Then, uncheck the items you don't need and click "Add to Cart."

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