Bargello Technique
by Joan Ervin
Use a technique borrowed from needlepoint to create an interesting background with thin strips of paper.
Supplies
- Paper cutter
- Three or four sheets of different patterned papers at least six inches long
- One 5" x 6" piece of thin white cardstock, or copy paper
- Adhesive
- Ink, stamps and embellishments to finish your card
Step-by-Step
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Step 1
Cut several 3/4" strips of patterned paper, at least two from each pattern.
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Step 2
Adhere the strips on the thin paper in a consistent design with sides touching and the edges even.
Hint:
Use at least one dark paper for a dramatic design look. -
Step 3
Cut several strips in various widths.
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Step 4
Play with the strips to create a design.
They can be arranges in a zig zag pattern -
or a wave.
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Step 5
Or create a pyramid design,
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or rick rack pattern.
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Step 6
Adhere the strips in the pattern of your choice directly onto the card base or another sheet of thin paper to make a layer.
The Bargello background can also be cut with a die for a shaped background layer, -
or trim the sides for a larger layer.
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Step 7
Finish your project.
Video!
Your Turn
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Questions and Comments
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Great tutorial,
Susie
I beleive that fish stamp is from Paper Smooches:
http://www.papersmoochesstamps.com/Birthday_Buddies_p/fbs-11-001.htm
Will be doing this one today.
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