Second-Generation Stamping

Did you know that you can get multiple shades of a color from a single stamp pad? It's called "second-generation" stamping, and here's how it works:

First, ink up your stamp as you usually would.

Next, stamp your image once on a piece of scrap paper.

Once you've done that, you can stamp the image on your project. Your second image will be lighter than the first impression, or first-generation image.

If your ink color is dark enough, you can actually get a third, and maybe even a fourth generation image.

Here is a card I made using the first, second & third-generations of the teacup image:

It is an especially nice technique to use when creating background papers to create depth and visual interest. Have fun with it and see what you can cone up with!

Happy Stamping!