D.I.Y. Underglaze Stamps
In this lesson we take you through 3 simple ways to create underglaze stamps that you can use AND reuse in your classroom! Download the PDF to learn more!
- AMACO Velvet Underglazes, light and dark colors
- AMACO 6"x6" Bisque Tile
- Adhesive Craft Foam (sheets or pre-cut shapes)
- Plastic, non-porous object with a flat surface (ex: 2 oz. Velvet Underglaze lid)
- Rubber Eraser
- PCV Pipe
- Felt
- Plastic Spoon
- Pan or Tray
- AMACO Fan Brush
Step 1
Create Stamps: Carve a rubber eraser, adhere premade craft foam designs to a 2 oz. Velvet Underglaze lid, or add craft foam designs to a PVC pipe to make a rolling stamp.
Step 2
Underglaze: Apply a base coat of Velvet Underglaze to the tile. Allow time for the Velvet Underglaze to dry.
Step 3
Create Inkpad: Place felt in the pan or tray. Using analogous colors, spoon small amounts of Velvet Underglaze onto the felt; this will act as a DIY Inkpad.
Step 4
Load Stamps: Press the various stamps onto the inkpad. Add more Velvet Underglaze to the inkpad when needed.
Step 5
Apply Stamps: Apply stamps to the tile, creating a pattern. Touch up the design with a detail brush and additional colors if needed. Allow Velvet Underglaze to dry.
Step 6
Glaze: Apply 1-2 coats of Teacher's Palette Light over the entire tile.
Step 7
Cover: Cover the pan or tray with plastic wrap to reuse the inkpad later.
Step 8
Finish: Label the backside of the tile with students' names. Glaze fire to cone 05 at a medium speed.
