Make DIY Decorative and Background Papers

Masking Fluid Backgrounds
Use masking fluid to make unusual backgrounds for rubber stamping projects.

Alcohol Ink Backgrounds
Alcohol inks have some unique qualities and when used with glossy paper or on shiny, non porous surfaces produce wonderful effects that are ideal for use as backgrounds for many rubber stamping projects.

Create Interesting Backgrounds with Wet Paper Stamping Techniques
Wet paper stamping creates interesting and unusual effects. This is a great way to create backgrounds and backing papers for rubber stamping projects.

Shabby Chic Doily Background
Distress a paper doily to add a shabby chic feel to a project.

How to Use Distress Inks in Rubber Stamping Projects
Use Distress Inks to create unusual backgrounds for stamping projects.

Create Your Own Designer Papers
Stamp all over a page to create a designer look.

Distress Paper with a Plastic Bag
Distress paper with a plastic bag to create great backgrounds and backing papers for rubber stamping projects.

Create a Bubble Background for Rubber Stamping Projects
This technique will create bubble backgrounds for rubber stamping projects. The bubble effect makes a interesting background for a variety of rubber stamping projects, including handmade cards and gift wrap.

Create a Doily Backround for Rubber Stamping Projects
Use a paper doily to create attractive backgrounds for rubber stamping projects. By inking, painting or chalking over the doily interesting patterns that are a great backdrop for rubber stamping. This is a simple technique, however one that creates stunning results for a whole variety of rubber stamping projects including handmade cards, gift tags and Artist Trading Cards

Create a Textured Background Using Direct to Paper Techniques and Cling Film
Transform backgrounds for stamping projects with just an ink pad and cling film.

Create Alcohol Ink Backgrounds
This simple rubber stamping technique is a quick way to make interesting and unusual backgrounds for stamping projects. The alcohol ink is used on glossy surfaced paper or cardstock to produce unique designs.

Bubble printed backgrounds are great fun to make! This is a simple way to...
Bubble printed backgrounds are great fun to make! This is a simple way to create your own unique backing papers to add a special touch to a variety of projects.

Make a Background For Rubber Stamping Projects With Chalk Shaving
Make a chalk shaving background for rubber stamping projects. This easy technique gives a subtle and attractive background for a variety of rubber stamping projects.

Make a Chalk Shaving Background
Step by step guide to making a chalk shaving background for rubber stamping projects. This easy technique gives a subtle and attractive background for a variety of rubber stamping projects.

Rubber Stamping Backgrounds
Great backgrounds for rubber stamping projects can be created using a few basic techniques. It is simple to make rubber stamping backgrounds and create dramatic effects using supplies that are readily available without the need to buy any fancy equipment. This is a great way to ensure the perfect backdrop for a rubber stamping project. Knowing...

Shaving Cream Background - Rubber Art Stamping
Great technique for unusual backgrounds. A good project for children.

Use Watercolor Paints to Create Backgrounds for Rubber Stamping Projects
Watercolor paints are ideal for creating backgrounds for rubber stamping projects. A light wash of blue and green is suggestive of the sky and grass, for instance, which makes a lovely background for a variety of projects.

How to Make a Chalk Shaving Background
Make a chalk shaving background for rubber stamping projects. This easy technique gives a subtle and attractive background for a variety of rubber stamping projects.

Multi-Colored Background Using a Brayer
Use multi-colored or rainbow ink-pads to produce great looking background papers. These unique decorative papers can be used in a wide range of different rubber stamping projects.

How to Antique Paper With Coffee
Use coffee to create antique effects on paper.