Kimono on Vellum
Materials needed:
- Kimono stamp - 2144I
- Gold stamp pad - Color Box
- Translucent Gold Embossing Powder - EP022
- Square notecard (Chili Red) - AP600
- Notecard (Husk) - AP122
- Latte vellum - AP515
- Paper cords - AP307
- Origami paper - Any
- Metallic Gel Pens - PYGS1
- Diamond Glaze™ - GP005
- Thread and yarn - Any
- Beads and trinkets - Any
- Double stick foam tape - Any
- Scissors
- Hobby Knife
- 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