Use geometrics to manipulate space and guide the eye.
Vertical stripes will add energy and height (and a formal tone) while horizontal stripes guide the eye across the page and create a more restful tone. Stripes on a diagonal add even more energy to a page.
Amy Kingsford used a bold print of diagonal stripes all pointing to page center to create undeniable focus on her elements at page center.
These Are Good Times by Amy Kingsford | Supplies: Creashens: Snickerdoodle, Bare Necessities Tapes and Stencils No. 1; Mommyish Designs: Be Spring (MSD Grids & Blocks)
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