Expand your stamp collection for free with this Easy Mirror Image Stamping technique. Transform images that face left into right-facing images! On my sample above, I created a right facing mug and left facing foam on a pilsner glass of ale. Read on for the how-to.
Diecut the chosen image(s) first. Have you ever noticed that diecuts have a right side and a ‘bad’ side? The reverse side of a diecut usually has bumps and ridges, and the older the cutting plates the worse it seems to be. But, these bumps can be flattened to make the reverse side useable. Just turn the diecut face down and rub over the ridges with a bone folder. TIP: Placing the diecut on a padded surface can help. I’ve used a pad of paper underneath for a little give. Once the diecut is ready, it’s time to stamp.
The Silicone Craft Sheet is the star of this show. Make sure the craft sheet is clean and on a flat surface in front of you. Stamp the image(s) in regular classic (water-based) ink directly on the craft sheet.
Then place the diecut right side up over the stamped image and rub with your finger to transfer the ink. Rub a little longer than you think is necessary to be sure to pick up all the ink.
Turn the diecut over and voilà, the image is now mirrored on the diecut!!
This method can be used to mirror image any stamp image, with or without a diecut. If you’re not using a diecut, just press and rub a piece of cardstock over the mirrored image.
Mirror image card
I featured several mirror images on the Diamond Flip Fold Card I made. I varied the ink intensity, the direction the mugs were facing, and even the orientation of the foam on the pilsner glasses, creating more interest on the card front. And I double-embossed all of the glassware to make them really look like glass.
| Paper Dimensions | Score Long Side | Shorg Side Tic Mark | |
| 4-1/4″ x 11″ cardstock base | 2-1/8″ x 5-1/2″ | 2-1/8″ | |
| 2-7/8″ x 2-7/8″ Basic White image front | |||
| 3-1/4″ x 4-1/8″ patterned paper left front | |||
| 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ patterned paper inside right | |||
| 4-1/8″ x 3-1/4″ patterned paper inside left | |||
| 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″ Basic White sentiment layer | |||
Check out my YouTube video showing the mirror image technique, as well as how to make the mugs and pilsners look like real glass. And there’s even a demonstration of how to make the Diamond Flip Fold card base.
And last but not least, I made a Parakeet Party green version — which is your favorite? Let me know in the comments!
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