Gel Plate Leaf Prints: 3 Designs for Matching Envelope and Card Art

Create stunning fall-themed stationery with gel plate printing! Learn how to coordinate beautiful autumn leaf art on both your envelopes and matching cards for a cohesive look. This project is perfect for sending heartfelt happy mail to friends and family or showcasing your creations at a craft bazaar.

Discover three different gel plate print techniques to easily mix and match and create unique stationary sets. Beyond envelopes and cards, these versatile prints are ideal for:

• Journaling: Add beautiful leaf accents to your journal pages.
• Tags & Tent Cards: Create charming tags for gifts or elegant tent cards for table settings.
• Collage Media: Incorporate leaf prints into your collage art for added texture and visual interest.
• Artist Trading Cards: Design unique and eye-catching artist trading cards.
• Framed Desk Art: Transform your leaf prints into a beautiful piece of desk art.

As a collage artist, I'm always exploring new materials and techniques. This leaf print idea stemmed from a fun field trip and the joy of experimenting with gel plates. I love sharing my creative journey and inspiring others to explore their own artistic potential!

To get started, simply head outdoors for a leaf hunt! You'll need a gel plate, acrylic paints, a brayer, copy paper, envelopes, and cardstock. If finding real leaves is tricky, use a paintbrush to draw leaf shapes!

In this class, you'll gel plate your own leaf art onto an envelope and create a coordinating card. Share your finished happy mail creations in the class project section!

Ready to get crafting?

[Watch my other envelope art class here: Autumn Happy Mail Mixed media card art course here: Simple Mixed Media Cards]