I needed a quick birthday card for a family member who loves purple and so I reached for the Beautiful Bokeh Designer Series Paper (164607) and came up with this soft feminine card that I thought my sister in law would enjoy.
I love the fact that the Layered Thoughts Stamp set (165346) has this big bold font making it a great focal point all on it’s own. And thought it would be perfect for a quick and easy technique like the one I used for the letters to add multiple colors.
Want to see how I created this card? I’ve got a quick tutorial for you along with a PDF today. Why not check them out?
Do you have a happy place? I know mine is the beach and listening to the waves roll in. Or maybe you need a retirement card? The Happy Place stamp set (165966) might be just what you need for card making and even scrapbooking with it’s bold senitments.
The topical feel is built into the word happy for you. Check out today’s card using the set. This first one if bright and cheerful and uses the Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper (165586)
which sets the color pallet. The sentiment has been stamped using Strawberry Slush and a bit of Darling Duckling and Strawberry Slush 3/8″ Faux Linen Ribbon add some texture along the Rhinestone Jewel. You can feel the fun!
And this next card uses a more muted color pallet and allows the Happy to shine.
Color has been added to the stamp using Sponge Daubers (133773) along with Blueberry Bushel, Calypso Coral, Gorgeous Grape, and Secret Sea Classic Inks. Sponge Daubers are great to add color exactly where you want it since they give you more control making this technique quick and simple. Just make sure to start with the lightest color first and end with the darkest color last so you don’t contaminate your ink pad.
Monochromatic or filled with color – the choice is yours when you’re stamping! Part of what I love about stamping is the fact the same images can feel so different based on the choices you make when crafting. How about you? What do you love about paper crafting?
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I love the bold look of the Blackberry Bliss and Berry Burst together, how about you? Want to see how I created this card? I’ve whipped up not only a video tutorial to share with you but also a PDF with the supply list, measurements, YouTube link and step by step instructions too.
Why not check it out?
Floral Charm Water Color Technique Card Tutorial PDF
Enjoy! And don’t forget to stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing more fun projects with you.
Some Cajun Craze was added to be image using the Blending Brush. The sentiment was stamped and punched our using the Labeled with Love Punch (163569) and a second piece was punched out using Basic Black card stock to layer it on. It has a Basic Black card base .
Stepping it up – This next card adds a some additional layers of color. This time the image was stamped using Secret Sea Classic Ink onto Very Vanilla Card stock giving it a warmer feel.
Crushed Curry, Darling Duckling, Strawberry Slush, and Timid Tiger have been used and blended to create a dramatic sky with lots of depth. Layers of Timid Tiger and Darling Duckling have been used to mat the image on the Secret Sea Card base and some of the clear gems from the Strawberry Slush & Pretty in Pink Gems (Online Exclusive 165615) have been added for a bit of shine and sparkle.
Same image different color choices and layers. Whether you like to keep it simple or step it up this stamp is a fun one to work with it’s landscape image. What do you think?
Today is the 80th Anniversary of D Day and our landing on the beaches at Normandy. Deep appreciation is felt for our military and the sacrifices they made that day. How different our world would be without the sacrifice they all made. I remember my step father telling me about his days on the ground in France after the invasion. Both he and his older brother were part of the army that went forth to liberate France as they marched into Germany. The Greatest Generation, for sure and those that followed to protect our liberties. Today my daughter and her fiancé were able to participate and perform in the official ceremony at the Brittany American Cemetery and Memorial as part of the Collegiate Mass Band. A privilege I’m sure they will remember for years. History… we need to remember
So today’s cards reminded me of those men and women who protect our freedoms.
While the set isn’t a traditional military set I love the way this boots from the Let’s Wander stamp set (163594) were used to create this card. Isn’t it great how we are only limited by our imagination when stamping and creating?
Crumple the paper and then open it gently but don’t smooth out the paper too much.
Open your Classic Ink Pad and drag it over the top.
Repeat with the next color
This card uses Lemon Lime Twist, Mossy Meadow and Pecan Pie to create the camouflage effect.
You can add a spritz or two of water or rubbing alcohol to blend the colors a bit or even a bit of Blending Brush with some ink if you want to add color to the low spots. It’s a fun technique that I look forward to playing with. How about you?
This next card uses the more traditional look that the set inspires – the great out doors and hiking.
This stamp set is one that I totally missed and after seeing these two cards will take another look at. I’m feeling inspired. How about you?
On a personal note: My procedure went well and feeling good about my recovery after seeing my surgeon today. Optimistic about the third time being the charm! I can spend time out of my sling which feels wonderful. I appreciate all your thoughts and well wishes and look forward to seeing everyone at classes again soon.
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Today’s card uses a quick and easy technique using our Stampin’ Write Markers. It also uses the same sketch that I shared with you last week.
If you’d like to see the sketch and printable PDF you can click HERE and make one for your Sketch collection. I have simply flipped the sketch on it’s side and made it landscape instead of portrait.
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Want to learn how to create a fun Accordion Panel Card? Today’s tutorial shows you not only how to create this fun fold but also a simple technique.
Our Stampin’ Write Markers give you a quick and easy way to add multiple colors to an image.
And this card will stand on its own making it a fun way to display that special card
Check out this video tutorial and PDF to learn more about this card.
Inked & Tiled Multiple Color Accordion Panel Card PDF
Enjoy!
Wow, can you believe it is the last day to order from our 2023 Annual Catalog where I found these products that I used to make this card?
Remember items are while supplies last and after today they’ll be gone. So why not stop by my Online Store and check out these items and more. If the item has disappeared from the store the stock has been depleted. If you are looking at Suites or Bundles remember to check out the individual items. One may be gone but the other is still available. And of course if you have any questions please let me know.
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Today’s card uses a quick and easy technique called Shadow Stamping. This technique creates a shadow effect simply by using two different colors of ink.
This card is bold and colorful and a great way to brighten someone’s day. Want to see how I did this technique and made the card? I’ve got a quick video tutorial for you and of course a PDF showing you a full supply list, measurements, and link to the video
Kindest Expression Shadow Stamping Card Tutorial PDF
Enjoy!
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Need a soft lovely stamp set with classic images? Love Roses? How about the Stippled Roses Bundle (162667) found in our Mini catalog
This set has some great sentiments for the ladies and to use for special occasions and check out the soft flowing font used to convey well wishes too.
Today’s card uses a quick and easy technique with our Blending Brushes (153611) and it’s a great way to add multiple colors to an image like this one. Simply ink up your brush and “pounce” onto your image to add the color.
You’ll want to start with the lightest color first so you don’t contaminate your ink pads with a darker color. This images uses Berry Burst, blackberry Bliss, Bubble Bath and Mossy Meadow to create this soft floral look.
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It’s winter and that always means the skin needs a bit of pampering, so when I ran across these foot masks at my local store I knew I wanted to create a fun wrap to create gifts for my team. After all who doesn’t like a little pampering any time of year?
I changed up the color pallet. You can see just how lovely it is and a great width for a bold pop of color. So I started with the Pool Party base and went from there. The images from the Painted Lavender Stamp set (162594)
were stamped using a quick and easy technique called the stamp off method, this technique will give you a different shades each time you stamp off making it a great way to create depth and give more flexibility when using your Classic Ink Pad.
I finally added some Purple Fine Shimmer Gems (162611) to add a bit of shimmer and texture to the project. These gems come in different colors and are quite pretty, you’ll want to be sure to check them out in my Online store.
Want to see how I made this wrap for my gift? Check out my video tutorial and printable PDF.
You can find all kinds of masks like I did at the Dollar Tree. We got our first ones as a hotel pillow gift on a trim and as my daughter and I found we enjoyed trying them out and enjoyed the bit of pampering it gave us.
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