Sparkly Thanks

I really like how this specialty paper shines as you move it around. I also decided to add a splash of purple to the mix. Thoughts? 

Sparkly Thanks

Stamps:

   Artistically Inked

Paper:

   Highland Heather A-2

   Basic Black 4-1/8 x 5-3/8

   Splash of Sparkles DSP 4 x 5-1/4

   Watercolor Paper 4" Sq. (Tear after coloring)

   Basic White 4 x 5-1/4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Re-Inker:

   Highland Heather

Technique:

   Watercolor

   Tearing

   CAS

Accessories:

   Aqua Painter

   Pastel Pearls

   Adhesive

First, I watercolored a 4" square of watercolor paper, using Highland Heather ink.

I then stamped a sentiment in the center, using Tuxedo Black Memento.

Next, I tore the watercolor paper around the sentiment, leaving a purple border around it. I tore the paper towards me, exposing the white edge on the border of it. I wanted a rough jagged edge, so I made sure I tore it in different directions without any precision.

I then adhered the Splash of Sparkles DSP panel onto a Basic Black matte and then onto the Highland Heather card front.

Next, I attached the sentiment to the center of the card front, using adhesive. You can easily use dimensionals as well.

Lastly, I added a few Pastel Pearls to the card front and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

Here is another card I made, using the same supplies:

Sparkly Thanks Too

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New Snowfall

I prefer the images that depict the true meaning of Christmas. What about you? Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   A Child is Born

Paper:

   Balmy Blue A-2

   Early Espresso 4-1/8 x 5-3/8

   Basic White 4 x 5-1/4 (2)

   Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP 4 x 5-1/4

Ink:

   Night of Navy

   Pumpkin Pie

   Seaside Spray

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Markers/Blends:

   Balmy Blue (Baby Blanket)

   Blushing Bride (Mary's Garment)

   Crumb Cake (Joseph's Garment)

   Early Espresso (Staff)

   Medium/Light (People)

   Smoky Slate (Joseph's Hair)

   So Saffron (Mary's Hair)

Technique:

   Blending Brush/Sponging

   Coloring

   Tearing

Accessories:

   Adhesive-Backed Snowflakes

   Blending Brushes/Sponges

   Adhesive

First, I blended the "night" colors on the Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP panel. I began with Night of Navy on the top, followed by Seaside Spray and Pumpkin Pie toward the lower third of the card. I used my blending brushes, but you can easily substitute sponges or even try your hand at watercoloring. Whatever works for you! I did use a paper towel at the end to make sure all of the excess ink was off.

Next, I stamped the image on the bottom of a 4 x 5-1/4" Basic White panel, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink.

I then colored the image using markers and the Medium Light Blends for flesh tones. See list above for the specifics.

Next, I tore the panel around the images, leaving the bottom and a bit of the sides intact to easily align the card. I always tear the paper toward me. 

I then added a bit of Pumpkin Pie to the torn edge with a blending brush to give it a bit of a glow.

Next, I assembled the card. I adhered the stamped panel onto the bottom of the Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP panel, aligning the bottom and the sides.

I then adhered this panel onto the Early Espresso matte and then onto the Balmy Blue card front.

Next, I randomly added some Adhesive-Backed Snowflakes to the card front.

Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

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