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Kimono on Vellum

Materials needed:

  1. Kimono stamp - 2144I
  2. Gold stamp pad - Color Box
  3. Translucent Gold Embossing Powder - EP022
  4. Square notecard (Chili Red) - AP600
  5. Notecard (Husk) - AP122
  6. Latte vellum - AP515
  7. Paper cords - AP307
  8. Origami paper - Any
  9. Metallic Gel Pens - PYGS1
  10. Diamond Glaze™ - GP005
  11. Thread and yarn - Any
  12. Beads and trinkets - Any
  13. Double stick foam tape - Any
  14. Scissors
  15. Hobby Knife
  16. Heat tool

Instructions:

Stamp Kimono image onto Husk colored notecard with Gold ink and emboss. Color with metalllic Gel pens and cut out. Set aside.

Trim a scrap of Chili Red card to 0.75 by 2.5 inches and edge lengthwise with gold gel pen. Take a paper cord of matching color and tie in knot as shown. Glue to band of Chili Red card with Diamond Glaze™.

Using a hobby knife, cut two 0.75 inch slits in the Kimono image leaving approximately 0.25 inches from base of sleeve. Thread Chili Red band through slits and with a couple drops of Diamond Glaze™ secure to back of Kimono.

Card Assembly: Attach origami paper to square card with a drop of Diamond Glaze in the corners of the paper (too much glue may warp the card). Cut a square of Latte vellum1/8 inch smaller than the origami paper and attach by using Diamond Glaze™ in the center of the card (yes, it shows through, but the Kimono will cover the glued area). Attach the Kimono with souble stick foam tape for depth.

Tie a variety of yarn, metallic threads, and cords leaving approximately 5 inches to hang from knot. Thread a couple beads and charms for added elegance. ©Komoto 2001

 

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