Mary McCauley suggested using old file folders as trial vessel patterns. They are the correct weight, seem to be laying around most homes and are recycled free supplies. I also use them for my final pattern pieces. File folders are a much better option for non-standard templates than the 1930's cereal boxes.
For my project, I need to stamp a piece of fabric 10" x 16". I used one side of an old-fashioned sheet protector. You know - the hard cellophane like material, three hole punched with a piece of black paper inside. If you have old file folders around the house you probably have a few of these. I have used the stiff clear plastic to audition quilting designs, choose the perfect section of a fabric design and as a surface for a small amount of paint to do a small stamping. It doesn't take up much table space, is flat, does not absorb paint and cleans up easily.
No muss - no fuss for a quick small project.
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