I started a new thread so I wouldn't interfer with The Paper Tole Thread

this is from my earlier post I hope someone will try it out!!

I'm reposting so you don't have to wade through the other postings.

RE: 3-D Cards: want to learn how?

Posted by: Minnie_TX (My Page) on Tue, Feb 12, 02 at 23:40

Back in the late 60s and 70Âs the layering of one print on another to make beautiful 3

dimensional pictures became very popular. I have several framed things done this way by

my sister. They are still beautiful after all these years.

I started making Christmas cards using this technique several years ago before I learned

about rubber stamping. I have several framed as well.

I donÂt see why this technique couldnÂt be used with stamped and colored images or with

designs made on the home computer. You just have to have enough copies to get the

effect.

To get a visual idea - take several Christmas or other greeting cards and examine them to

see if a little lift here or an extra set of wings on that butterfly would enhance it.

3-D Cards

Supplies

At least 3 identical cards or prints

Fine Sharp scissors

X-Acto knife and cutting mat

Tacky glue

Silicone Sealer from Hardware store or Creatively Yours Clear Silicone

Mounting tabs and/or sheet of Fun Foam or thin foam to make lifts

Felt tip marker or crayon - brown or gold

Look carefully at card or print to determine those portions that could be raised or layered

to give a 3 - D effect

1. One of the cards or prints will be the base card. All layering is done on top of this

card.

2. Cut portions of the 2nd card to layer on to the base card first. Then do the same

with the 3rd card, deciding whether to cut an identical shape for the next layer or a

different section. Remember you are trying to create a 3 dimensional look.

3. After arranging the layout, color the edges of the cut pieces with the crayon or

marker to cover the white edge. This will help with the illusion.

4. Squeeze a glob of the silicone or glue a lift tab to the area on the base card where

you want to put the first layer of cut-outs. It should not be glued flat as in a

scrapbook but be suspended above the base card.

5. Continue with layer 2 and 3 if you are using more than 3 cards.

6. When you finish the card should look 3 dimensional. From the side you will see the

different layers and lifts.

7. A matte spray may be used as a final step but is not necessary.

8. DonÂt forget to sign and date the card. It may also be framed in a small

shadowbox type picture frame.

NOTE: Some parts of the card may look best if slightly curved or shaped with a pencil or

craft stick as in leaves. You may choose a different color marker or crayon to do the edges

or you may not want to color them at all. Embossing certain parts or the use of glue and

gold foil may also give an added interest.

I hope you can follow these instructions.

the photo is a finished card. The 3-D effect doesn't show up too well in the photo but gives you an idea of the kind of cards to use.