Creating stamped backgrounds is one of my favorite ways to add instant “wow “to handmade cards. Today’s project features the Concord & 9th All-In-One Turnabout Jig paired with the gorgeous Wild Meadow Turnabout Stamp Set. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by Turnabout stamping or how to use the All-In-One Turnabout Jig, this tutorial will walk you through exactly how to create effortless backgrounds and focal points using just one stamp.
Choosing Colors for Unique Pattern Papers
More often than not, stepping outside my comfort zone with color selection can be a challenge. For this project, I turned to my Color Cubes by Sarah Renae Clark to help me find a color scheme that felt fresh, unexpected, and beautifully coordinated. When working with Turnabout stamps, you’ll need one ink color for each 90-degree turn.
For my card, I used:
- Concord & 9th Lakefront
- Concord & 9th Plumberry
- Gina K Sunkissed Coral
- Altenew Dusty Pink
These four colors layered together created a stunning multi-toned stamped background full of movement and depth—perfect for creating custom backgrounds that look professionally printed.
Creating Beautiful Stamped Backgrounds with the Turnabout Jig
Using the All-In-One Turnabout Jig with a stamping tool makes alignment simple and consistent. After placing my jig and securing my cardstock, I stamped the Wild Meadow Turnabout four times, rotating the jig 90 degrees each time. Watching the pattern bloom with each turn is one of the most satisfying parts of the process!
Once the background was finished, I used my Waffle Flower A2 Piercing Layer Dies to create two layers—one cut from the stamped panel and another for a coordinating mat. This adds subtle detail and a polished, finished look.
For the sentiment, I reached for the Wild Meadow Dies. The hexagon die cuts both an outline and a solid center, which gave me a great opportunity to add contrast. I cut one from white cardstock and one from black cardstock, using the black outline around the white sentiment piece. This tiny detail adds crisp definition and helps the greeting stand out beautifully against the colorful background.
Inside the card, I used a strip of the stamped background that was left over from cutting out my front panel. I adhered this to the side of the white panel, thereby, tying the whole design together while keeping the inside clean and elegant.
Watch the Full Tutorial on YouTube
If you’d like to see each step of the process—from choosing colors to stamping the full design—be sure to watch the YouTube video linked below. I walk you through how to use the Turnabout Jig, how the colors build on one another, and tips for getting beautiful results every time. Whether you’re new to Turnabouts or looking for fresh inspiration, this tutorial has something for you! Below, you will see two additional cards including one with a “spin” for the holidays!
Additional Card Examples
For my last card, I used more traditional holiday colors. I love to mix and match, so I used Altenew Autumn Whispers to stamp and die cut the leaves. I colored three pearls with a red alcohol marker and added Antique Gold Metallic Thread (Altenew). My greetings, from Gina K Christmas Cheer Stamp Set, were heat embossed with WOW Gold Embossing Powder.
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