Birthday Cards with Stencil Butter

Get ready to play with one of the most fun mediums in card making—stencil butter! Join Brandi for this messy, creative, hands-on class where you'll learn multiple techniques for creating stunning textured backgrounds using colorful stencil paste. From butterflies to mandalas to rainbow stripes, discover how to create dimensional, eye-catching cards that are pure joy to make.

What You'll Create

• Multiple stencil butter backgrounds in various color combinations
• Textured butterfly designs with metallic accents
• Vibrant rainbow stripe backgrounds
• Beautiful floral designs with dimensional paste
• Elegant mandala corner accents
• Finished cards with die-cut sentiments and embellishments
• Scalloped mermaid-inspired patterns

Techniques You'll Learn

• Basic stencil butter application with palette knives
• Creating flat vs. dimensional texture effects
• Color blending and mixing within color families
• Avoiding muddy colors when combining shades
• Rainbow stripe technique with clean color separation
• Strategic color placement for visual interest
• Using gold accents for elegant highlights
• Proper stencil cleaning and maintenance
• Die-cutting and layering dimensional sentiments
• Assembly techniques with various adhesives
• Adding metallic embellishments and rhinestones

Skill Level

Beginner to Intermediate - This messy, fun class is perfect for anyone wanting to try stencil butter! Complete demonstration makes it accessible even if you've never worked with paste mediums before.

Class Features

• Live interactive format with real-time instruction
• Multiple stencil demonstrations showing various effects
• Color combination guidance (Mardi Gras and Caribbean Sea palettes)
• Tips for preventing muddy colors
• Proper workspace setup and cleanup strategies
• Die-cutting techniques for dimensional sentiments
• Troubleshooting and experimentation encouraged
• Access to replay video with closed captions

What Makes This Class Special

This isn't just about making pretty backgrounds—it's about embracing the messy, experimental joy of creating with paste! You'll learn to work within color families to keep your results vibrant, discover how angle and pressure affect texture, and see real-time problem-solving when things don't go as planned. The live format means you can ask questions and get immediate feedback while creating alongside fellow crafters.

Resources Included

• Complete supply list with product links
• Stencil Butler color palette recommendations (Mardi Gras & Caribbean Sea)
• Workspace setup guidance
• Stencil storage solutions demonstrated
• Cleanup tips and techniques
• Die-cutting sandwich specifications
• Access to Crafty Cards with Your Crafty BFF Facebook group
• Replay video with closed captions

Perfect For

• Crafters wanting to try dimensional paste techniques
• Anyone who loves textured, tactile card designs
• Creating bold, vibrant backgrounds
• Learning new ways to use stencils
• Making unique, one-of-a-kind cards
• Experimenting with mixed media techniques
• Joining a supportive crafting community

Important Workspace Notes

This is a MESSY class! Wear old clothes or an apron. Use an easy-to-clean work surface like a glass mat. Have warm soapy water nearby to soak stencils immediately (paste dries quickly and becomes difficult to clean). Work with gloves if you want to protect your nails. This is best for batch-creating multiple backgrounds at once.

Join Brandi from Stamp Me Some Love for this fun, interactive class where getting messy is part of the joy! Create stunning textured backgrounds, experiment with color combinations, and discover why stencil butter is one of the most satisfying mediums in card making.