From the page: Cork stoppers hold entire worlds
Idea 9
Dot and tip stamps
The circular tip of a stopper is essentially a stamp ready-made by nature and industry — teachers and crafters have used stoppers as improvised stamps for decades in classrooms and packaging. Cork's slight porous texture holds ink just right: it doesn't run or overprint, and each "dot" comes out with that slightly imperfect rustic look.
What you need
- whole stoppers
- gouache paint or fabric paint
- small plate for the ink
- knife for carving shapes (optional)
How to make it
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Pour a little paint onto the plate, in a thin layer, because excess ink smudges the design.
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Touch the stopper's tip to the ink and stamp it on paper, a cloth bag or gift wrap.
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Vary the sizes by using the tip, the side or halves cut in two.
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For different shapes, carve the tip with the knife: heart, leaf, diamond — cork carves easily like soft rubber.
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Let the ink dry completely before folding or using the printed paper.
Finishing touches
make a whole sheet of gift wrap with dots in earthy tones; it matches the theme perfectly and costs almost nothing.
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