The Alluring Torn Edges

 Hello friends!

I am popping in to share a summer beach project. Over the years, I made at least over a thousand cards (I know, no kidding). One "technique" (or element) that I don't get tired of is "paper-tearing", also know as "torn paper".   

 

I am using this month's Hero Arts Stamp and Die Subscription as the example. With the beach theme, the torn edges certainly evoke the memories the waves!   

 

 For the sea shells pieces, I used my favourite stamping platform MISTI to stamp the various shades and colours. With the size and the design of the hinge, I am most used to MISTI. 

Obviously, the stamped diecut images are the focal point. However, the background torn paper provides a dramatic and effective backdrop.

 

 

The teal color paper I used here is from Scrapbook. com. HERE and HERE are the latest colors. The best way of using Torn Paper is using the right kind of paper. Namely, the cardstock should be at least 80 LB. That way, you can show the textures of the paper.

 

What do you think? Are you liking the effect of torn paper? 

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