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• 21:1521:15, 1 April 2026 Card base (hist | edit) [1,213 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "The card base is the main element you start from when making a card: the naked folded piece of (white or otherwise) paper. == Paper weight == Make sure your card base is sturdy enough so your card will stand upright. Ideally, your paper weight is between 250 GSM and 300 GSM. == Color == Using a white card base is the cheapest and easiest option. However, you can use a colored card base if you're going for a different look. Keep in mind that if you use a...")
• 21:0021:00, 1 April 2026 Paper size (hist | edit) [531 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Almost all countries in the world use [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International%20standard%20paper%20sizes ISO 216 '''A4'''] as their standard paper size, which measures 210 by 297 millimeters (8.27 in × 11.7 in). A few countries use the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Letter%20(paper%20size) '''Letter''' (ANSI A)] size, which measures 8.5 by 11 inches (215.9 by 279.4 mm). Each of these two paper sizes can be cut and folded in a specific way to create standard Ca...")
• 20:5920:59, 1 April 2026 Paper weight (hist | edit) [1,118 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Paper weight is listed in either lbs (pounds) or GSM (grams per square meter). Keep in mind that the paper might feel a little bit thinner or less sturdy, depending on the finishes that were applied to the paper. === GSM === GSM indicates grams per square meter of paper. It's a '''straightforward way''' of knowing how heavy (and thus thick) the paper is. GSM is often written as g/m². '''80 GSM''' is the standard printer paper you use at home or in the office. '''300...")
• 19:5819:58, 1 April 2026 Cardstock (hist | edit) [1,728 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Cardstock is the collective name for paper with a weight that is thicker or heavier than standard copy paper, often subdivided with terms such as lightweight or heavyweight cardstock. Cardstock is used as a card base, due to its sturdiness. == White cardstock == For a lot of techniques, a non-branded cardstock is good enough. Especially if you're going to glue elements on the front of your card. A second benefit to wh...")
• 19:3619:36, 1 April 2026 Ink pad (hist | edit) [56 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Ink pads come in different sizes, shapes, and materials.")
• 19:2919:29, 1 April 2026 Stamping ink (hist | edit) [1,882 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Stamping ink comes in a few different forms, both in terms of the ink itself, the base of the ink, and the type of ink pad. Aside from stamping, most ink can also be used for techniques. Below are the most common properties of the different inks listed, but keep in mind that there are variations and combinations of ink types too. == Dye vs. pigment == === Dye ink === Dye ink is comparable to ink in a fountain pen. It's see-through (no...")
• 18:0118:01, 1 April 2026 Gum arabic (hist | edit) [800 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "thumb|right|Gum Arabic by Jacquard Gum arabic (also known as gum sudani, acacia gum, Arabic gum, gum acacia, acacia, Senegal gum, Indian gum …) is a natural gum that can be used as a binder medium. This way, you can combine pigment powders with water and a bit of gum arabic to prevent the powder from rubbing off the paper, allowing you to paint or write with your custom-made inks and paints. It can also help with shimmer or glitter sprays that...")
• 17:3117:31, 1 April 2026 Watercolor paper (hist | edit) [1,625 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Watercolor paper is paper that is specifically made to take on a lot of water and can be made from either wood pulp, cotton, or a combination of both. Top-grade watercolor paper is 100% cotton and acid-free, but you don't need the absolute best to make beautiful art. == Hot vs. cold-pressed == '''Hot-pressed''' watercolor paper is '''smoother''' in texture and is easier to stamp on. (You can remember this by thinking of a hot clothes iron to smooth out the paper.) '''...")
• 14:1414:14, 1 April 2026 Medium (hist | edit) [146 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "In the context of paper crafting, a medium can be ink, paint, structure paste, foil, … Anything you add to a card to give it color or dimension.")
• 08:5608:56, 1 April 2026 Paper (hist | edit) [888 bytes] Ellen Govaerts (talk | contribs) (Created page with "Paper is quite literally the base of card making. Depending on the medium you want to use on your paper or the look you're going for, you'll need to use a different kind.") Tag: visualeditor