Your Birthday

One way to avoid a black outline of your image is to color directly on the stamp with your markers. You then breathe onto the stamp. This will moisten the ink and prepare it to stamp. You then stamp, and your outline will be in color. An example of this is shown below.

Stamps: Life's Adventure, Well Scripted

Paper: Whisper White A-2, 2 x 4, Tempting Turquoise 5 3/8 x 4 1/8, Basic Black 3 x 4 1/8, Scraps of Basic Black and Whisper White

Ink: Tempting Turquoise

Markers: Cherry Cobbler, Basic Black, Pacific Point, Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise

Technique: Dry Embossing

Accessories: Fancy Fan Embossing Folder, Chalk Talk Framelits Dies, Scallop Edge Punch, Dimensionals, Adhesive

I found that it was not necessary to color the image since the outline was already in color. Of course this is my preference. Also note that the embossing folder can be changed to any folder that you have on hand. This just gives the card a bit more texture and interest. 

Thank you so much for stopping by here and taking a look. I appreciate your time and welcome all of your feedback. Until next time...

HAPPY STAMPING!

Shelled Friendship

Sometimes we surprise ourselves by the company we keep. Friendships are formed for countless reasons, and they do not always make sense. The adage is, "Opposites attract." This is why I like this image of a turtle and a dog becoming friends.

Stamps: Bella & Friends, Sheltering Tree

Paper: Petal Pink A-2, Pear Pizzazz 5 1/4 x 4, Watercolor 5 x 3 3/4

Ink: Jet Black StazOn, Calypso Coral, Petal Pink, Pear Pizzazz, Stampin' Blends: Petal Pink, Calypso Coral

Techniques: 2-Step Stamping, Blending

Accessories: Adhesive

I used StazOn ink because the markers are alcohol based, and I intended to watercolor the image. The tree leaves were stamped in Petal Pink first and then in Calypso Coral. I repositioned the stamp for the second color.

I do like this fun, playful image. Don't you? Unfortunately, both of these stamp sets are no longer current, but feel free to shop my online store for current stamp sets. All of the colors and card stock are available.

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Toscana Vigneto

Can you imagine a Tuscan vineyard? You have to in order to appreciate this card. Unfortunately, the image is not as clear as I would like. I heat embossed it with black embossing powder. Consequently, until your eyes adjust, it looks like a black circle. See for yourself.

Stamps: Tuscan Vineyard, Healing Hugs

Paper: Daffodil Delight A-2, Basic Black 5 1/4 x 4, Watercolor 5 x 3 3/4

Ink: Gorgeous Grape, Versamark

Pigment Sprinkles: Daffodil Delight, Bermuda Bay, Melon Mambo, Granny Apple Green

Techniques: Heat Embossing, Watercolor

Accessories: Black Embossing Powder, 1" Circle Punch, Embossing Buddy, Dimensionals, Adhesive

The first step is to prepare the watercolor background with your pigment sprinkles. Tap a few sprinkles of each color around your paper. Spritz with water and maneuver the colors around until you are happy with it. Set this aside to air dry completely before stamping on it. 

I then took my dry background, used my embossing buddy to prepare it for embossing, and then stamped my image and sentiment with Versamark. I added the black embossing powder and heat set it.

I stamped the Toscana Vigneto stamp with Gorgeous Grape and punched it out using my 1" circle punch. I added it with dimensionals. 

Lastly, I layered the watercolor paper onto my black card stock and then adhered it to my Daffodil Delight card base.

Thank you so much for stopping here and taking a peek. Contact me with any questions concerns or comments.

I appreciate your time and feedback.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Gorgeous Umbrella

Here is a traditional clean and simple card in the classic black and white with a POP of purple. The umbrella was colored using markers. I like the sentiment for anyone who has been going through a difficult time, or who has been ill or just needs to be uplifted. We should all strive to be optimistic.

Stamps: Beautiful You

Paper: Basic Black A-2, Whisper White 5 1/4 x 4 (2)

Ink: Archival Basic Black, Markers: Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape

Technique: CAS

Accessories: Adhesive

It is so easy to want to embellish this card more. You can add sequins, ribbon, more color, even rhinestones or pearls, but I think it would distract rather than enhance the card. What do you think?

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I thank you for your time and appreciate your feedback. 

HAPPY STAMPING!

Golden Sympathy

Prayers and heartfelt sympathy are golden. These two are priceless. You cannot go to the mall or place an order on Amazon for these precious gifts. Yet, when they are graciously given they comfort, heal, and instill peace within us. I decided to place a golden frame around these two gifts. Thoughts?

Stamps: Woven Heirlooms

Paper: Cherry Cobbler A-2, Whisper White 5 X 4, 5 1/4 x 4, Gold Foil 5 x 4

Ink: Garden Green

Technique: Die Cutting, Dry Embossing

Accessories: Heirloom Frames Dies & Embossing Folders, Eastern Gold Vinyl Stickers, Adhesive

I used a bit of washi tape to keep the center white panel in place with the gold embossed frame. I then applied my glue and adhered it to the card.

This frame would also work well with an image, picture, or other sentiments. I do think the gold adds an elegance to the card. The possibilities are endless.

Thank you for taking a peek. Let me know what you think. Shop Now for any of the supplies you may need to CASE (Copy And Share Everything) this card. The stickers are no longer current, but the stamp set has a great stamp you can use in place of them.

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Silver Thanks

It only takes a hint of silver glitter to turn a simple card into an elegant one. I first stamped the flower flourish along each side of my Whisper White panel. I then added my sentiment toward the top using Pretty Peacock ink. I then switched to my Bermuda Bay ink and randomly stamped the bokeh dots. Lastly, I added a 3/8" strip of silver glitter paper to the left, and few rhinestones and this card not only sparkled, it came alive. What do you think?

Stamps: Beauty Abounds

Paper: Pretty Peacock A-2, Whisper White 5 1/4 x 4 (2), Silver Glitter 3/8 x 5 1/4 

Ink: Pretty Peacock, Bermuda Bay

Technique: CAS

Accessories: Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Adhesive

Once the front panel is stamped and embellished, add your favorite adhesive and glue it onto the card base.

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Thank you for visiting. I appreciate all of your comments, likes, shares, questions, and time.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Summer Day

Stamp, paper, and ink is all that you need to make a beautiful card for someone. When you use only these three elements, we categorize the card as a Clean and Simple (CAS) card. Here is a red, white, and blue summer card that had nothing to do with the 4th of July.

Stamps: Love What You Do

Paper: Whisper White A-2

Ink: Real Red, Night of Navy

Technique: CAS

Accessories: MISTI / Stamparatus

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Thank you so very much for stopping by here and taking a peek. All of your feedback is appreciated. 

Pumpkin Trio

This is a fun Halloween card for the kids or an adult who still acts like a kid. You can even make it goofier by adding googly eyes to the pumpkins.

Stamps: Fall Fest, Good Greetings

Paper: Kraft A-2, Rich Razzleberry 4 1/2 x 3 1/2, Motley Monsters DSP 3 1/4" Sq., Whisper White Scraps for the pumpkins and the sentiment

Ink: Tangerine Tango, Bermuda Bay, Garden Green, Tuxedo Black Memento

Technique: Dry Embossing, Sponging 

Accessories: Woodgrain Embossing Folder, Stylish Stripes Embossing Folder, Fall Fest Die Cuts, Modern Label Punch, Tangerine & White Two-Tone Trim, Sponge, Blender Pens, Dimensionals, Adhesive

First, I inked my pumpkins with Tangerine Tango. Using a blender pen (you can sub a tissue or napkin) I took the ink off of the stem. I colored it in with a Garden Green marker and then stamped it onto a scrap of Whisper White card stock. You then stamp the face with Tuxedo Black Memento ink. Die cut them using the Fall Fest Die Cuts or fussy cut them.

I dry embossed the Rich Razzleberry with the Stylish Stripes Embossing Folder and the Kraft A-2 with the Woodgrain Embossing Folder.

I stamped (Bermuda Bay), punched (Modern Label)and sponged (Tangerine Tango) the sentiment.

The two-tone trim (11") is wrapped around the Rich Razzleberry card stock. 

The two small pumpkins, sentiment, and Rich Razzleberry piece are put on with dimensionals. 

I like these goofy pumpkins for Halloween cards. They are a lot of fun. I hope you like it.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Wetlands Thank You

Sometimes cards look better in our heads than they do on actual paper. What do you think of this one?

Stamps: Wetlands, Work of Art

Paper: Pool Party A-2, Very Vanilla 5 1/4 x 4

Ink: Pool Party, Sahara Sand, Summer Starfruit, Dusty Durango, Cajun Craze, Tangerine Tango, Basic Black

Technique: Masking, Sponging, Brayer

Accessories: Brayer, Sponge, Mask, Adhesive

So, I punched out a circle to mask my full moon. Then I thought it was too bright so I sponged it a bit to tone it down. 

I also need to make sure that when I use my brayer, my surface needs to be smoother than this. I'm not even sure where the lines are from. Maybe the woodgrain on my table? 

I imaged a more ombre effect on the background. Also a more staggering line on the sand. Still, when making a hand made card there is no right way. There are no mistakes, just creations. So, what do you really think?

Thanks for stopping by here.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Glittery Balloons

Here is a wonderful masculine birthday card for any age group.

Stamps: Celebrate Today

Paper: Night of Navy A-2, Tangerine Tango 5 1/4 x 4, Whisper White 5 1/8 x 3 7/8, Gold Glimmer, + scraps of each one.

Ink: Night of Navy, Tangerine Tango

Technique: Sponging, Dry Embossing, Die Cutting

Accessories: Balloon Framelit Dies, Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder, Sponge, Paper Snips, Dimensionals, Adhesive

I die cut my balloons and then dry embossed them with the Polka Dot Embossing Folder. I then just placed them on the card to know where to stamp the balloon baskets. Next, I randomly stamped the background using both colors. I then added the balloons. You can attach them with adhesive or dimensionals. You do need to cut the balloons to give them the straight edge on the card. I then stamped my sentiment and sponged the edges. Lastly, I assembled the card. I used adhesive and dimensionals. Notice the use of the two colors throughout the card.

Thank you so much for stopping by and taking a peek. Your feedback is welcomed and appreciated. 

HAPPY STAMPING!