A very, very quick card. I used the glitter line technique again (shown to me by Leanne). It's simply a line of double-sided tape (use redline for the best results) with glitter. The stars are two-sided stickies as well.
The quote makes me laugh. It's SO true!
Stamps: Blooming with Happiness, Simply Said (SU)
I created the scallops beind it like this:
But in the end I went with the plain oval.I don't have a scalloped oval punch/Nesties, so I hand cut the brown layer.
The layers are straight, I swear. The photo is just at a weird angle!
I created the background paper by inking up the large stamp in orange, then wiping away bits and colouring them in with a turquoise marker. Then I spritzed the whole thing with water, to soften it a bit. I embossed it with the Swiss Dots folder for some texture.
I embossed the flowers stamp with clear powder, and the sentiment with black. This felt like a wedding card, so I did that simple bow-tie ribbon, along with some black gemstones. I saw the layout in the SU catty, and loved how simple it looks!
Stamps: Congrats, Trendy Trees (SU)
I had this card made a while ago, but didn't want to post it until I gave it to them. Of course I forgot to bring it to the wedding, so it's in the mail now. I figure I'm safe ;)
The sketch is AMYRS66, and the colour combo is Raspberry Suite week 4 (although I'm late on that one).
Finally, I just eyed the placement of the trunks for the trees. I was thinking about getting a Stamp-a-ma-jig (mostly for this set), but maybe I don't need it!
The letters are actually stickers, but I left the backing on them and used dimensionals to pop them up. I did the same with the {braces}.
I obviously need to work on my distressing technique, but I love how the card base turned out. I rubbed the edges in ink, but it was still too bare. I decided to run the whole thing through my crimper, but then it wouldn't lay flat. So then I ran it through my CB (no die or embossing folder, obviously) and it flattened it out just enough, without removing all the crimping!
Granted, it's not as long as the real one, but it will do for now. And it was F-R-E-E!
Here's a close-up of each:
Stamps: Fifth Avenue Floral (SU)
Stamps: Fifth Avenue Floral (SU)
Stamps: Fifth Avenue Floral (SU)
For the other two cards, I started with the colour combos (don't you love the pink and grey?!?).
I finally got to play with my new Top Note die, as well as the Little Leaves Sizzlet. I did have problems getting a clean cut on the Sizzlet using my Cuttlebug. Anyone have any suggestions? I'd really like to use it!
I used a circle Nestie to cut the holes evenly in a 6" strip of 12x12 paper. Then I scored and folded, using redline tape to secure the edges. I added a bottom piece and two supporting "legs" on the inside (that you can't see) to add stability.
Sorry, I didn't get any close-ups. You can click on the photo for a larger view.
Like the ribbon? I've seen this done with sewing, unfortunately this ribbon came with a strip of adhesive down the middle, but it's old, so it discoloured the middle. I knew I wanted to cover it up with the white ribbon, so I just laid down a strip of red line tape, and folded the ribbon down along it. A second strip of red line adhered the white ribbon on top. I added lots of fun embellishments, adding to the shabby look.
Stamps: none!
I also had Stamp Simply #80 (ssnotime80) in mind, which is to mix dots (or stripes) with other patterns. All the paper (except the Kraft) has a pattern on it, so I think I managed to do that! I'm counting the blue/yellow one as the dots, although it's got a grid pattern as well.
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The sketch is from StampTV's sketch challenge, STVSC4. I decided to use the fun pineapple from Aloha Paradise. Doesn't it look yummy? I want to be on a beach right now, sipping an umbrella drink ;)
I stamped the tree in Close to Cocoa, then used a baby wipe to clean the ends and dots, which I then coloured with markers. I used the same technique with the robin, adding a tiny black eye after I stamped her. The nest and eggs were next, and I added some blue speckles to the eggs.
I admit, this was my first try - I cut the piece to size first, then started the scallops in the centre. While they ended up symmetrical, I didn't like how they looked at the edges. The one on the right is my second try, and the piece I used on the card. ETA: oops, I need to remember the difference between right and left! I've fixed them now.
I paper pierced the bird (I love how it looks with the birds from this set!), and added Crystal Effects to his flower.So far I've only ever used the rubber stamps, so I guess that would be my answer. However, I'm not opposed to trying the acrylic ones.
I wanted to keep it simple, so I painted the frames (mixing the paints to get the right colour of teal) and then sanded the edges a bit. I chose two of the papers from the collection, and used Mod Podge to adhere them. I also gave them two good coats on top, to protect and give some shine and texture.
I cut the middle strip out of one side of the patterned paper, rather than trying to match up some ribbon. After I chose the top patterned paper, I realized that I didn't want to cover it up (love those alligators!), so I went with some vellum and a rub-on. The sentiment on the bottom (bear hug) is a rub-on as well. It's a no-stamping card!
Sorry the colour is so bad - it was impossible to get a good shot of the card (it's 12:30 am!)
I even got a better photo. I still think it looks a bit plain, but I'm happy I added the sewing. What do you think?
Stamps: none
Stamps: In the Spotlight, So Many Sayings, Everyday Flexible Phrases (SU)
1) A full set of Rock-a-Blocks
Stamps: Aloha Paradise (Penguin Pants Stamps)
I Googled photos of flamingos, and found that there are variations of colours. I thought Groovy Guava would be a good choice, so I stamped the image on watercolor paper and used my ink pads and blender pen to colour him in. I tried a bit of shading as well.
Don't you think this would make a great summer birthday card? Yum. I can taste the mojitos now.
