Repurposing An Old Planner- Sunflower Beautiful Botanicals

 

Hello! Today's project is an art journal page. This is my first time to post a project of this kind. I am repurposing an old unused 2016 planner my sister gave to me which I was not able to use. Aside from putting it to good use, using this old planner for art will allow me to practice my coloring. The paper of the planner is thinner. I plan to skip pages as I continue to add art to this journal. I also inserted a clear sturdy smooth plastic on the back of the page that I worked on to prevent creating harsh lines on the next page since I used a color pencil for coloring. The plastic will also protect the next page from any marker bleeding.

The stamp I used is the Blank Page Muse Sunflower Blossom 3" x 3" Rubber Stamp.

I temporarily adhered the rubber stamp to a large acrylic block. I inked the stamp with a black pigment ink.

I stamped the flower to the planner. 

I did not use a stamp positioner in stamping. I kind of regret not doing that since I did not make a good stamped impression on the sunflower on the middle. But it is alright. This is a journal so anything goes.

I used color pencils to color the sunflowers.

With coloring, I was able to save the sunflower on the middle. 

I did a bit of journaling to the page, writing some fun facts about the sunflower. Art journaling is also a great way for me to show off my markers and pens, and also do some handwriting which I rarely do now because of technology.

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A Little Bird Told Me… Life Is Good

 A Little Bird Told Me… Life Is Good

Good day, fellow crafters. It's Tamara once again, with a new post where I will be showcasing my latest card created using  Blank Page Muse products!

There’s something undeniably cheerful about the goldfinch. With its bright yellow plumage and lively song, this little bird is often seen as a symbol of joy and positivity. Whether flitting through summer gardens or perched quietly on a branch, the goldfinch brings a sense of calm and contentment to those who pause long enough to notice. That’s why it felt like the perfect choice for this handmade card, paired with a simple but powerful message: Life is good.

To create this project, you will need the following:

• Goldfinch stamp from Blank Page Muse
• Water-based ink pens (For this project, I used Tombow markers)
• Watercolor paper (I prefer Canson)
• Ink-blending brush
• Blue, Water Reactive ink (I used Distress Oxide)
• Paint Brushes
• Pattern paper (Your taste and preferences should dictate selection)
• White A2 Card base
• Liquid glue
• Low-tack Tape
• Paper Trimmer
• Die cutting machine
• Stamping platform (I use a Misiti)
• Black ink
• Sentiment of choice

Process

• Using the watercolor paper and a paper trimmer, cut the paper to approximately 4.25" x 5.5".
• Place the cardstock into your stamping platform and secure it into place.
• Align the Goldfinch stamp into its final position
• Secure the stamp to the stamping platform using some low-tack tape.
• Close the lid and press firmly to ensure the stamp adheres to the lid.
• Double-check that it is secure because the technique to create the card requires a lot of repeat stamping.

• Choose a section of the stamp that feels comfortable to work with and use the Tombow marker to color only that portion of the stamp.
• Work with light, even strokes, making sure to only get the pigment on the raised section of the stamp.
• Make sure that there is good coverage.
• Stamp the image onto the cardstock.
• Use even pressure, making sure that the applied pressure is downward only to prevent potential stamp movement
• Clean any residual ink from the stamp with a paper towel.

• Using a damp, fine-tip brush, and a light touch, pull the pigment from the edges of the stamped image towards the center of the image.
• Be sure to keep inside the lines of the image as you work.
• Take adequate time with this step to prevent smearing or bleeding.
• Allow to dry completely.
• Repeat the steps for other areas of the stamp. 
• Save the fine detail or outlines for the final stamping.

• Using a die of your choice, position the die over the focal image and use a die-cutting machine to cut out the frame. 
• Using the Distress Oxide or similar, ink-blend a light covering along the edges of the focal image.
• Using a damp, fine-tip brush and a light touch, pull the blue pigment toward the center to fill in the space around the focal image.
• Allow to dry

Assembly

• Trim the pattern paper to 4.25" x 5.5" with a paper trimmer. 
• Center and then secure the focal image to the pattern paper with liquid glue.
• Using the stamp platform, or a steady hand, stamp the sentiment as shown in the project photo.
• Using liquid glue, adhere the final panel to the A2 card base.

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Happy Easter

Hello and Happy Spring! Just a quick note, we have finally been able to consolidate our two stamp shops onto BlankPageMuse.com So now you can find the amazing stamps from I Brake For Stamps online at Blank Page Muse

Hi everyone, Steph Ackerman here sharing a sweet Easter card using an assortment of stamps from Blank Page Muse.

Blank Page Muse Stamps 

Easter Full Sheet

Special Day Clear Stamps

Stamp and emboss the Easter basket.

After coloring with Copic Markers, fussy cut the image.

Create a 6" x 6" card from orange cardstock.

Cut Easter paper 5 1/4" x 5 1/4" and adhere to a panel of blue cardstock.

Tear a strip of pattern paper, add to a torn panel of cream cardstock, then adhere to the wordy paper.

Next, ink a doily and add to the card.

Adhere the Easter basket with foam adhesives for dimension.

Cut a panel of cream cardstock for the interior of the card and stamp several Easter Eggs in assorted colors along the bottom of the panel.

Stamp sentiment in black ink.

Ink the edges of the panel and add to the card.

Thanks for stopping by.

Steph

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Some Bunny Loves You

 Some Bunny Loves You

Good day, fellow crafters. It's Tamara once again, with a new post where I will be showcasing my latest card created using  Blank Page Muse products!

Springtime brings a sense of renewal, warmth, and vibrant life, with blooming flowers and playful wildlife emerging after the quiet of winter. Among the most beloved symbols of the season are bunnies, often seen as gentle messengers of spring’s arrival. Their soft fur, twitching noses, and bright eyes capture the innocence and joy of nature’s awakening. This nostalgic charm pairs beautifully with the timeless appeal of Polaroid photography, a medium that freezes fleeting moments in a soft, dreamy frame. Much like a cherished Polaroid snapshot, the sight of bunnies nestled among fresh blossoms evokes a sense of comfort, love, and the simple joys of the season.

To create this project, you will need the following:

• Spring Bunnies stamp from Blank Page Muse
• Water-based ink pens (For this project, I used Tombow markers)
• Watercolor paper (I prefer Canson)
• Polaroid die (Optional, as the effect can be created with some various-sized square dies) 
• Ink-blending brush
• Blue, Water Reactive ink (I used Distress Oxide)
• Paint Brushes
• White Cardstock 
• Pattern paper (Your taste and preferences should dictate selection)
• White A2 Card base
• Liquid glue
• Low-tack Tape
• Paper Trimmer
• Die cutting machine
• Stamping platform (I use a Misiti)
• Glossy Accent (Optional)
• Black ink
• Sentiment of choice

Process

• Using the watercolor paper and a paper trimmer, cut the paper to approximately 4.25" x 5.5".
• Place the cardstock into your stamping platform and secure it into place.
• Align the Spring Bunnies stamp into its final position
• Secure the stamp to the stamping platform using some low-tack tape.
• Close the lid and press firmly to ensure the stamp adheres to the lid.
• Double-check that it is secure because the technique to create the card requires a lot of repeat stamping.

• Choose a section of the stamp that feels comfortable to work with and use the Tombow marker to color only that portion of the stamp.
• Work with light, even strokes, making sure to only get the pigment on the raised section of the stamp.
• Make sure that there is good coverage.
• Stamp the image onto the cardstock.
• Use even pressure, making sure that the applied pressure is downward only to prevent potential stamp movement
• Clean any residual ink from the stamp with a paper towel.

• Using a damp, fine-tip brush, and a light touch, pull the pigment from the edges of the stamped image towards the center of the image.
• Be sure to keep inside of the lines of the image as you work.
• Take adequate time with this step to prevent smearing or bleeding.
• Allow to dry completely.
• Repeat the steps for other areas of the stamp. 
• Save the fine detail or outlines for the final stamping.

• Using the polaroid die, or your choice of method, position the die on white cardstock and use a die cutting machine to cut out the frame. 
• Using the same die, cut out the image from the weather color paper.
• Using the Distress Oxide or similar, ink-blend a light covering along the edges of the focal image.
• Using a damp, fine-tip brush and a light touch, pull the blue pigment toward the center to fill in the space around the focal image.
• Allow to dry

Assembly

• Trim the pattern paper to 4.25" x 5.5" with a paper trimmer. 
• Center and then secure the polaroid cut-out to the pattern paper with liquid glue.
• Place the focal image into the polaroid cut-out and secure it with liquid glue.
• Using the stamp platform, or a steady hand, stamp the sentiment onto the bottom of the polaroid, as shown in the project photo.
• An optional step, but one that gives it a lot of life, is to cover the image with a very thin coat of Glossy Accents and allow it to dry fully.
• Using liquid glue, adhere the final panel to the A2 card base.

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Medieval Fairy Queen

 Medieval Fairy Queen

Good day, fellow crafters. It's Tamara once again, with a new post where I will be showcasing my latest card created using  Blank Page Muse products!

Medieval illustrations often depicted fairies as ethereal, otherworldly beings, blending folklore with religious and mythical themes. These tiny, winged creatures or elegant, human-like figures appeared in illuminated manuscripts and tapestries, sometimes as benevolent guides, mischievous tricksters, or symbols of nature’s magic. Artists of the time, influenced by Celtic and European legends, adorned their works with intricate details, using gold leaf and vibrant pigments to bring these enchanted beings to life. Whether dancing in moonlit glades or weaving spells in secret groves, medieval fairies embodied both wonder and mystery, capturing the imagination of generations to come.

To create this project, you will need the following:

• Fairy Queen stamp from Blank Page Muse
• Watercolor paper
• Water-based ink pens (For this project I used Tombow markers)
• Paint Brushes
• Sky blue ink (water reactive like Distress Oxide)
• Ink blending brush
• Gold metallic cardstock
• Black cardstock
• Purple cardstock
• White cardstock for the sentiment
• Black ink
• White A2 Card base
• Liquid glue
• Low tack adhesive 
• Paper Trimmer
• Die cutting machine
• Label Die (The one I used is an oval die from Scrapbook.com)
• Frame Die (The one I used is from Gina K)
• Stamping platform (I use a Misiti)
• Flat-back pearls (optional) 

Process

The first step is to cut the watercolor paper to a manageable size. I am never sure exactly how big I want to make my cards but unless I am trying to create a slime line I usually start with 4.25" x 5.5" or 6" x 6" knowing that I will be trimming it down.

• Secure the watercolor paper in the stamping platform
• Align the Fairy Queen stamp into position
• Use a low-tack adhesive to secure the stamp into place.  Don't skimp on the adhesive as securing the stamp so that repetitive stamping will align correctly is essential. 

• Once secured, use the water-based ink (Tombow), one color at a time to color the areas of the stamp you wish to apply that color too.
• Once satisfied with the coverage, stamp the image onto the paper using steady pressure.

• Using clean water and brush use the applied inks to watercolor the image.  
• If more ink is needed while working on a particular section, pick up the ink remaining on your stamp.
• Once the section is completed allow to dry fully.
• Clean off the stamp and repeat the process with the next color of ink

• Use the Distress Oxide or similar and the ink blending brush to create the background around the Fairy Queen.  The use of a water-reactive ink is suggested in case you find that the ink is darker than you like. By adding water you can soften the look by moving the pigment around or lifting some off. 

Assembly

Once the main element has been completed. It is time for assembly.

• Using the oval die and your die-cutting matching, cut out the window from the gold metallic cardstock
• Using liquid glue secure the window over the focal image and allow it to dry.
• Cut down the black and purple cardstock to create a double mat.  I prefer a 1/8" to 1/4" reveal for my matting.
• Align and secure all elements together with liquid glue and allow it to dry fully.
• The sentiment label was created with the white cardstock cut down with my label die.
• The sentiment itself is one from my collection.

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Bonsai Tree

 

Bonsai Tree

Good day, fellow crafters. It's Tamara once again, with a new post where I will be showcasing my latest card created using I Brake for Stamps and Blank Page Muse products!

To create this project, you will need the following:

• Bonsai Tree stamp
• White watercolor paper
• Stamping tool (I use a Misti)
• Liquid glue
• Paper Trimmer
• Low Tack adhesive
• Water-based markers (I use Tombow )
• Background paper of choice 
• Metallic cardstock (copper was chosen but gold would work well)
• Fine tip paint brush
• White A2 card base

Focal Image and Background

To create the focal image, begin with the white water color paper and use a paper trimmer, cutting it roughly 7.5" x 3.75" to make it easier to use. The length and width are set by what will fit in your preferred stamping tool.

• Align and secure the watercolor paper.
• Align the stamp
• Use the low tack adhesive on the back of the stamp to secure the platform

• Using the Tombow markers or equivalent water-based markers, lightly add the colors you want in the image to the stamp.
• Once colored, stamp the image, repeat as required.
• Recommended order is to begin with the flowers, then the leaves, then the tree, then the rest of the image. This should give you a result like the image above and right.

• Using a damp fine tip brush and light pressure, use the stamped pigment to paint in the image. Recommended order is the same as the recommended stamping order.  
• Pro-Tip - with watercolor it is easier to build up color than to remove it.  For the best results, use patient and deliberate strokes.
• Allow to dry as you progress to prevent accidental smearing of the ink.
• Allow to dry completely when filled in.

At this stage the focal image could be considered complete.  However, I felt that a bit of detail was lost in the process, so I realigned my paper and then used some of the darker colors previously used in the image to crisp up my image by coloring and stamping in the areas needed. 

Assembly

To complete the assembly, I trimmed the focal image panel to 5.5" x 3.5" and then adhered it to the front of the A2 card panel.  I then used a piece of patterned paper that had many of the same colors in it from my stash to fill in the rest of the front of the card.  Lastly, I added a thin metallic copper strip across the entire card separating the focal image from the patterned paper.  With that, I called this card complete.

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A Taste of the Far East

A Taste of the Far East

Good day, fellow crafters. It's Tamara once again, with a new post where I will be showcasing my latest card created using I Brake for Stamps and Blank Page Muse products!

When I first saw this beautiful stamp from I Brake for Stamps, it made me think of some of the festivals in Japan. For instance, the Tsunan Snow Festival is held on the second Sunday of March in Tsunan, Niigata, Japan, which is one of the snowiest regions in the world. This festival, also known as the Tsunan Yuki Matsuri, has been celebrated since 1974 to uplift the spirits of locals enduring heavy snowfall, often reaching three meters deep. On March 8, 2025, the 49th annual festival will feature its highlight: the launch of around 2,000 sky lanterns at New Greenpia Tsunan, illuminating the night sky with a magical glow as participants release lanterns carrying wishes for health and prosperity.

To create this project, you will need the following:

• Lotus Blossom stamp
• Japanese Characters Background Stamp
• Colored Pencils
• Amalgam ink (I used Gina K)
• Ink Blending Brush
• Black ink
• White Cardstock
• Background paper of choice (4.25" x 5.5" or 10.8 cm x 13.9 cm)
• Elongated Oval die or shape of choice
• Liquid glue
• Paper Trimmer
• White A2 card base
• Stamping tool (I use a Misti)

Focal Image and Background
To create the focal image, begin with the white card stock and using a paper trimmer, cut it to 6" x 6" (roughly 15cm square) to make it easier to use.

• Position the cardstock in the stamping tool
• Position the Japanese Characters background stamp and secure to the stamping tool
• Apply Amalgam ink to the stamp and then stamp the image. Repeat if necessary for clarity.Optional - you could reverse the order and stamp the Lotus Blossom first and then stamp the background image
• Allow the ink to dry
• Remove the background stamp and then position the Lotus Blossom stamp into the stamping tool.
• Apply black ink to the stamp and then stamp the image. Repeat if necessary for clarity.
• Allow the ink to dry
• Color and shade the image as desired with colored pencils. For interest I chose to have the background show through the dress.

Assembly

• Using an elongated oval or die of choice, die cut out the focal image.
• Apply liquid glue to the back of the completed panel, center, and adhere it to the background paper.
• Apply liquid glue to the back of the composite panel, align it to the card base, and adhere it into place.

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2025 Creative Team Call

  Hello!

Thanks so much for stopping by today. We are happy to post our 2025 creative team call. 

For this round we are seeking those who love to play in their art journals!

Holly, Jolly St. Nick Card by Maria Giselle

Hello! It is Christmas Eve for us here in the U.S. One Christmas tradition especially for children is to track Santa Claus, also known as St. Nick, as he travels the world delivering presents. This is a Santa Claus inspired card. I hope you like it.

I inked the Santa Claus stamp from the Blank Page Muse Country Vintage Christmas Rubber Art Stamps Sheet on a white cardstock using red ink.

I heat set the stamped image to speed dry it before I colored it.

I used red alcohol markers in coloring the image. 

It did not take a lot of time to color the image.

I need a placement guide for the Dear Santa stamp since I will be creating a word background. I stamped the sentiment on a see through plastic using a stamp positioner. 

A limitation of the rubber stamp is you can't see where you are actually stamping the image. A stamp positioner helped solve this problem. I placed the see through plastic with the stamped sentiment over the cardstock where I want to stamp the sentiment. I butt the stamp positioner tool to the corner of the see through plastic. 

Leaving the stamp positioner and the cardstock in place, I gently lifted the see through plastic. I butted the acrylic block with the rubber stamp to the stamp positioner and stamped the inked sentiment to the cardstock. I kept repeating this process until I filled the front of the card with this sentiment. 

If you notice, I masked a part of the panel with a paper cut with a scalloped circle die. This is where the focal point will be adhered. You don't need to mask this area since it will be covered anyway by the focal image. 

I die cut the colored Santa Claus image using a scalloped circle die.

I die cut a red cardstock with the same scalloped die.

To create this into a frame, I used a circle die larger than the scalloped window.

I created a mask of Santa Claus by stamping the image on a thin paper, then fussy cutting it. I am actually using one of the stamped impressions that I made a mistake on.

I covered the stamped Santa on the scalloped piece with this mask. 

I placed a stencil over the scalloped piece and blended a gray dye ink over the stencil to add some snow details on the back of Santa. I used the same gray ink I used for the sentiment background.

I continued to blend more ink around Santa to mute the white background.

I pieced this stamped scalloped piece on the frame securing the pieces together by taping the pieces on the back.

I adhered the focal point to the stamped background panel.

I added shimmer to Santa's hat using the pigment from a shimmer pen. You can paint straight to your project with the shimmer pen but my pen sometimes releases blobs of ink which ruins my project. So what I do is put the ink on a palette and pick it up with a paint brush to apply it to my project.

Let me greet you in behalf of the Blank Page Muse & I Brake For Stamps DT, a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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Maria Giselle B.

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