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Watercolor World

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It’s June and that means graduations and celebrating a new chapter in life and celebrating new adventures. So today I’m sharing some cards that use the Watercolor World (160708) and some fun techniques.

This first card uses a quick and easy technique that adds multiple colors to a stamp. This is great for larger images like this world map image.

Using a Blending Brush or Sponge Dauber each of the colors Gorgeous Grpe, Blueberry Bushel, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie and Real Red have been added to the image. Breathing on the stamp to reactivate the ink and then stamping. Quick and easy, but wow it make a cool image, right? Next the sentiment has been stamped on a strip of Basic White where the ends were punched using the Happy Labels Pick a Punch (160693). The sentiment has been popped up using Stampin’ Dimensionals on the card front and a few Basic Gray & Smoky Slate Pearls (163416) have been added below. A colorful way to celebrate that next chapter.

And this next card uses Heat Embossing to create a glossy map.

After the map has been stamped onto Smoky Slate Card stock VersaMark has been used to cover the whole panel and Basics Wow! Embossing Powder (165679) poured over the top. Our Heat Tool (129053) was used to heat the embossing powder and create a shinny look. Add your favorite sentient like this one used from the Beside Me stamp set (160780). Then add a bit of ribbon like the XX which adds a bit of sparkle and you have an understated elegant card like this one.

And finally this last card uses our Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) and simple stamping.

Stamped in Pecan Pie onto the Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) there is lots of texture and interest and a bit of Baker’s Twine Essential Pack (155475) added a bit more.

Can you see the possibilities of this single stamp for quick and easy cards? Retirement, graduation, a trip or new job. What types of events or cards do you see yourself creating cards for? You can find this stamp and more in my Online Store. Add your favorite sentiment set and you’re ready to create!

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Country Birdhouse

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I always enjoy this time of year with the birds gathering their supplies to build their nests. From the Swallows that return each year that swoop up dirt and water from around the yard to the Bluebirds that use the houses on the field posts that my son built years ago. The flurry of activity is always fun to watch. So today’s cards remind me of that spring cycle.

The Country Birdhouse Bundle (163401) is part of the Country Woods Suite of Products (163418) of products and contains all kinds of fun options to craft with.

This first card uses simple stamping to create the backdrop for this little blue bird. While the Dies were used to cut out the bird to create depth and the lovely flowers add some wonderful texture.

This next card also uses the new In Color, Peach Pie to create a fun panel card using the 2024-2026 In Color Designer Series Paper (163777) to add interest and shows off 2 of the paper’s patterns.

The House has been cut using the Purple Posy pattern from the pack and the bird has been colored using a third In Color, Summer Splash. You can also see the Shy Shamrock that has been used for the leaves. Making it 4 of the 5 New In Colors for 2024. Fun right? And of course the 2024-2026 In Color Resin Dots (163389) add a pop of color and texture along with the Baker’s Twine Essential Pack (155475).

This last card uses the Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) and embellishment, Basic Gray & Smoky Slate Pearls (163416) from the Suite to create a birdhouse with lots of texture. The Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) is wonderful with its wood images done in multiple varieties of wood and colors. You’ll want to be sure to check it out for all kinds of crafting projects.

The Country Birdhouse Bundle (163401) is a lot of fun and can create wonderful scenes for our bird loving family and friends. Why not stop by my Online store and check out the complete Suite? Or team up the Country Birdhouse Bundle (163401) with your favorite new products?

Don’t forget the June Bundle Sale starts today and you can save 20% off your favorite Bundles! Is the bundle part of a Suite that you love? To get the additional discount during the bundle sale simply use the individual item numbers found in the Suite to SAVE!!

Enjoy and of course please feel free to let me know if you have any questions.

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Shadow Stamping Technique Tutorial

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Today’s card uses the quick and easy Shadow Stamping Technique and it is monochromatic since it uses the New Country Lace Designer Series Paper (163415) found in the 2024 Annual Catalog along with the lovely Basic Gray & Smoky Slate Pearls (163416).

All that is really required is two colors of ink and Card stock to get you started making it a great technique when you start stamping since you don’t have to have a lot of inks yet.

Check out my quick video tutorial that I whipped up for you along with the PDF containing the complete supply list and measurements.

Good Feelings Shadow Stamping Card Tutorial PDF

This card uses one of my card sketches too. These sketches are a great inspiration to help you create. I’ve got my on a ring on my work space so it’s with in easy reach for inspiration.

So today I’m sharing another Card Sketch with you and the PDF so you can make one too to add to your designing tools! This is my Card Sketch #6

Card Sketch #6 PDF

I know, I’m sharing these sketches out of order, but no worries I’ll share them all over time.

Enjoy!

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