Create Backgrounds with Drywall Tape

Drywall tape is not something you would usually find in a craft room, but it is surprisingly versatile when it comes to creating backgrounds and textures.

This is a great example of using something from the hardware store in your crafting projects.

• Technique:
  • 1. Use it as a stamp
  • 2. Use it as a stencil
  • 3. Use the tape itself
• Products used:
• Tools used:

Technique:

There are three simple ways to use drywall tape in your projects:

1. Use it as a stamp

Add ink to the tape and press it onto your paper to create a fun grid-like pattern.

2. Use it as a stencil

Place the drywall tape onto your cardstock and apply ink over it with a blending tool or blending brush to create a grid of small squares.

This works especially well for tags and journal pages.

3. Use the tape itself

Ink a piece of drywall tape with a waterproof ink like Archival Ink and use it as a textured embellishment on your project.

Products used:

• Inks
• Paper

Tools used:

• drywall tape
• blending tool or blending brush

This is a simple way to add texture and interest to your projects using something unexpected from your stash.

You can explore more texture and background ideas in the Make in Wonder Library: