Welcome back to my blog! Today is Part 3 of the July Stamp Set of the Month series. July's featured stamp set is Good Mix by Honey Bee Stamps. Each Monday I will bring you a set of new projects made with this stamp set that I have picked because it is versatile, has images as well as sentiments and a coordinating die set. And of course it has to be a set that I love. And if you are wondering why this post and video is coming out on Tuesday instead of Monday, I have been out of town and could not get all of the editing done before we had to leave. So, thank you for showing and watching with me on a Tuesday!
For Part 3 I wanted to make some Quick and Easy cards. And to be honest, coloring the record player from this set intimidated me. So, I decided to go a different route and use this set to make some easy cards. To make sure they still had that WOW factor I pulled some favorite things to go with. And when you need to make a quick card have a cool feature, embossing is always a win!
One thing I sometimes do when making a quick card is pick one color and one neutral and stick with those colors for all the things on my card. Obviously I chose pink and black for this card, inspired by a time when girls wore poodle skirts.
I used two of my favorite things to make the background of this card, the Graduated Dots background stamp by Fun Stampers Journey as well as their Pan Pastels.
I started with a piece of Whip Cream card stock, which I stamped with the Gradated Dots background stamp and Clear Pigment ink. Then I used the largest Sofft Tool that comes with the Confectionary Days PanPastels set to pick up some pink PanPastel and rub that over the stamped image. The pastel sticks to the inked image as well as lightly colors the card stock. But where the stamped image is the pastel is darker. This is my favorite way to use PanPastels.
I really wanted the record to stand out against the record player, so I brushed on some clear Wink of Stella and then covered the entire record with Journey Glaze. All the stamped images on this card are stamped with Versafine Onyx Black ink and embossed with clear powder. The sentiment is from the For the Record stamp set, another stamp set by Honey Bee that works great with the Good Mix stamp and die set.
I also used the same pink PanPastel and another of the tools that come with the set to color in the bottom of the microphone. I just love the 50's feel of this card, it would be a great card to give to one of my girlfriends. But, as with all the stamp set of the month post this month, I am making 2 cards. The second card is always a different version of the first. So let's take a look at card 2.
I thought a Harley Davidson version of this card would work great. It was not hard to do, just change up the colors.
For this version, I used two colors of PanPastels for the background; orange from the Party Pop set and the burnt orange from the Rich Sorbets set. That gave me to ombre effect for this background. And to add to the Harley feel of this card I splattered the background with Black Licorice silk.
Both cards have gems to accent them from the set called All The Things by FSJ. Which happens to be another of my favorite things that I use again and again.
If you'd like to see how these cards are made you can check out the video below. Make sure to leave a comment over on YouTube telling me which card is your favorite and you'll be entered to win that card! Winners will be announced in next Monday's video.
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your time with me. Come back next Monday for more with the Good Mix stamp and die set.
Hello my stamping friends. Today I am thrilled to be sharing my first post as a guest designer with Concord & 9th! I will be sharing creations with each of their July release products every Friday for the next four weeks, including today.
Today I get to share with you the Sew Pretty Bundle. This bundle includes a stamp set, a die set, a set of embroidery floss, a set of needles and some heavy weight card stock. I had so much fun creating with these products and stitching on my cards that I had a hard time stopping at just three cards! I have pictures of the card for you, how I made them and a video so you can watch the making of all three cards as well.
I started this card with a simple Polkadot background. I used the Polkadot Wall stencil from Fun Stampers Journey, Peacock Feathers Distress ink and a blending brush to create this soft polkadotted background on a piece of heavy weight card stock (which is included in the Sew Pretty bundle). Then I used the diamond shape die from the Sew Pretty die set, ran that through my Platinum 6 die cutting machine to die cut the diamond shaped stitching pattern. I love that there is an opening in this die so you can put either of the flowers from this set in that space. I stitched the diamond with the Teal Colored DMC floss from the kit. It was an easy stitch; after making one stitch by going up from the back and down on the front you go up from the back on the next open hole and then back down through the last whole that you already went down. Kinda like taking a back stitch. Repeat this all the way around. This is how I stitched all the cards I made today.
Next I used the small flower die to die cut the flower shaped stitching pattern. Then I stamped the flower and the leaves with Rouge and Frayed Leaf inks by Altenew. The images were very easy to line up with the stitched pattern. So, to clarify, the dies in this bundle do not cut out a shape, they die cut the small holes in a shape so that you can stitch that shape. After stitching my flower I fussy it cut it out to mount to my card.
I stamped "dear friend" in the center of the diamond with Evergreen ink by Altenew. I just love all variety of sentiments in the Sew Pretty stamp set. Then I mounted my flower to the card front and added some rhinestones to dress it up a bit more.The card front then got mounted to a card base of Neenah Solar White card stock that measures 5-1/2" x 11" piece of card stock, scored in the middle at 4-1/4".
You can also die cut a complete and full diamond shape, by using the small die that fits into the opening of the diamond. They designed this die with a wave on the end that matches a wave on the end of the diamond, so it kind of locks into place when you put them together. That means you don't have to stress about getting it lined up exactly, the matching waves ensure that. GENIUS!
I first die cut the diamond stitching pattern and then used my MISTI to stamp the coordinating diamond shaped on both sides of the card front in Honey Drizzle ink by Altenew. Then to stitch my diamond I used both the yellow and red DMC floss from the kit. To do this I separated the floss so that I had 3 strands of each color, put them together and threaded my needle with both. Then I stitched my diamond as I described above.
After stamping and cutting out the flowers I used a piercing tool to poke two holes that are close together in the center of each flower. I then used the matching thread to make a French Knot in the centers. I used Crimson ink to stamp "Thank You" on to a strip of Whip Cream card stock. the sentiment and flowers are mounted to the card front with foam tape and squares. The base of this card is Summer Days card stock cut to 4-1/4" x 11" and scored at 5-1/2".
When you do stitching on your cards it become the star of the show and you don't have to do much more to the card for it to be a great card.
I could not show you this bundle with out stitching the "hello" on a card, which brings us to card 3.
I started this card by stamping a background with the diamond stamp and Silver Stone ink. I was pleasantly please that even though I got a little off center, my imperfect background ended up working for my card. The lesson learned here was to keep going and not to give up on too soon. Once the background was stamped I die cut the stitching patter for Hello. And since I love gray and yellow together I chose the yellow DMC floss to stitch my hello with.
Here's a couple tips when stitching the hello. 1. Stitch in the order and as if you were writing this word, this helps you go in the right directions. 2. When in doubt look at the back of the packaging for this die set, it shows a stitched example that I found helpful when I was not sure where to go on the "o".
Let me tell you my thoughts on why it's so cool that this bundle comes with heavy weight card stock. As I stitched the hello on this card I was pulling my thread pretty tight. I did not want a "baggie" look on this sentiment. I realized that had I been doing this on lighter weight card stock I might not be able to pull my thread as tight, for risk of ripping the paper. I recommend using the heavy weight card stock every time you stitch a card. Which is why it is so cool that Concord & 9th not only includes it in the kit but has a refill pack you can purchase separately AND it's only $2.50! You can also get an Essentials Refill pack of the DMC thread/floss, needles and heavy weight card stock (card front size).
To dress this card up I splattered the background with Silver Silk by FSJ. My sentiment strip has "Happy Birthday" embossed in white. And I used the larger floral images from the stamp set to accent that. This image can also be stitched with the coordinating die. But that is for another card on another day. I had to stop somewhere and did not want the video to be too long. Speaking of the video, I have it here for you. Be sure to click over to my YouTube channel to check out all my other videos and subscribe if you have yet to do so. I post new video's every week.
Be sure to let me know if you have any questions or feel free to just leave me a comment below, I love to interact with and get to know you! You should also check out the Concord & 9th blog today because there are two other guest designers this month that have creations with this bundle today too!
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Today is Part 2 of my July Stamp Set of the Month Series, featuring the Good Mix stamp and die set by Honey Bee Stamps.
I am so in love with all the stamps and dies in this release by Honey Bee. In that release is a sequin mix call RockSTAR Confetti Mix. When I saw that I knew I'd be making a shaker card, or two.
I had a blast making this card, which all started with an ink blended background using Distress Oxide inks. From top to bottom I used Twisted Citron, Salty Ocean and Seedless Preserves Distress Oxide inks. I used a traditional ink blending to add the ink to my Whip Cream card stock. To give it the fun splattered look I spritzed water onto the background using a Distress Sprayer. I love that I can get a fine mist of water when I pull the trigger on the sprayer all the way and get the large droplets of water when I squeeze the trigger half way. To add even more of a splattered look I also splattered the panel with Distress Ink and Black Licorice Silk. You can see all of this in the video below.
I colored all my stamped images from the Good Mix stamp set in with Copic Markers. I am a beginner Copic colorist. So, don't watch my video to learn how to color with copics because there are many great videos and online classes on this topic, taught by experts. BUT, what you might learn from watching me color with copics is that you do not have to be an expert to use these markers.
Here are my 10 Beginner Copic Coloring tips:
2 or 3 is easy - Stick with two to three markers that you know blend together, this keeps the coloring simple when you don't have the feel of blending down yet.
Start light - Color your image in with the lightest color first, this saturates the paper with ink so that the other colors are easy to then blend out.
Watch the line! - Don't color too close to the stamped line, these markers saturate the paper and will bleed out over the line easily. So, color close and let the color spread itself.
Just 1 and your done - Stick with one color for TINY images, if you are coloring an image and there is a tiny detail don't worry about just coloring that part in with a single marker.
Don't Worry, Be Happy - don't worry that you coloring does not look like what you see online, keep it simple and just enjoy the process.
PLAY - experiment, practice, mess up, try new things and this is how you will grow and get better. Remember the nibs are replaceable and the pen is refillable.
Trash it - Don't be afraid to color an image and then trash it and start over. I frequently color two images so that I can have one to get the feel of how to color it and the second one to actually use.
Start simple - don't pick a giant flowery image with leaves and babies breath and shading and all the things to start coloring. Start with a simple image with little to no details.
Let go of your set syndrome - You do not have to have an entire set of Copic markers to get started. Start with a few Color Fusion sets. These sets are put together as sets that blend together.
You can watch the making of this card and a second shaker card, changed up a bit in the video below. As with all my stamp set of the month videos, I will be giving away one of the cards I made in this video. To enter just click over and watch the video on my YouTube channel, leave a comment letting me know which card is you favorite. I will randomly select a winner and announce it on next week's video. If you commented on last week's video make sure to watch this one to see if I announce you as the winner!
Did you watch to the end to see my Rockstar Star shaker card? Which one is your fave? Be sure you to leave a comment over on YouTube to let me know and you could WIN that card!
If you are interested in any of the supplies I used to make today's cards I have listed and linked them for you below. When you click and shop my links it helps keep this blog and YouTube channel up and running. Thank you for supporting me in bringing you new creations every week.
Thank you so much for spending some time with me today!
Making a scene today using Distress Oxide Inks 5 ways on this one card! I love a sunset scene and like to play with different colors to create it. Today's sunset takes place On The Beach, with the stamp set of the same name by Lawn Fawn.
I had so much fun creating this beach scene, it really makes me crave a lazy day some where sandy and tropical. To color in my stamped images I used Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers. I love all the images in the On the Beach stamp set, but also LOVE the crab from the Life is Good stamp set, so I had to include him too. Which leads me to the point that has to be said about Lawn Fawn, it makes me so happy how you can mix and match most all of their stamps sets!
In the video below I show you how I made this card and the 5 ways I used Distress Oxide ink. If you have not yet done so I'd love for you to click over to YouTube and subscribe to my channel. I release about 2 videos a week.
Here are the 5 ways to use Distress Oxide inks that I showed in the video:
Ink Blend to make a scene
Draw/Color on a Distress Oxide blended background with a water brush
Splatter water over a Distress Oxide blended background
Use Distress Oxide ink to splatter with
Ink Smooshing for a one of a kind background
Check out this amazing watery background I created for the inside of the card.
If you are interested in any of the products I used to make today's card they are listed and linked for you below.
Thank you so much for stopping by, I love sharing my creations with you. I'd also love to connect with you, leave a me a comment below so I can get to know you. And I am here to answer any of your questions.
I am thrilled to announce that Concord & 9th has partnered with me to bring you the Butterfly Love Turnabout stamp and die set as part of the July Happy Stamping Box!
What is the Happy Stamping Box? It is a stamping class in a box. A stamping class you get to take right from the comfort of home. In the box you will find, stamps, dies, products, embellishments and 5 project kits. Then we make the cards together in a LIVE virtual class. I love getting to connect with you over stamping together!
Today I am sharing one of the cards that we will be making in the July Happy Stamping Box, featuring the Butterfly Love Turnabout stamp and die set.
I am so in love with this background and have a lot of fun ways to use it, I can not wait to share them with you!
There is still time to join the July Happy Stamping Box and you have two kits to choose from. You can get all the details HERE. And if you join by 7/3/19 you will get a 6th BONUS project for FREE!
You can watch the making of this card in the video below and learn a little bit more about the Happy Stamping Box too.
This video was a Facebook LIVE video. You can find and follow me on Facebook, HERE.
I love for you to join me for the July Happy Stamping Box! If you have any questions please let me know. You can find all the registration details HERE and please feel free to invite a friend, but don't delay registration closes on 7/7/19.
Thank you so much for stopping by and spending some of your valuable time with me today!
Happy July! I love July, it's summer, it's the 4th, there's camping, it's my birthday month, it's the best. So, I picked a super cool stamp set to feature this month for my Stamp Set of the Month Series. This month's set is Good Mix by Honey Bee Stamps. Every Monday I will be showcasing a new project with this stamp set in a video on my YouTube channel.
If you love music, like blast your favorite song on your boom box kinda music, then this stamp set is for you! Did you have a record player, ever make mixed tapes, have a playlist on your phone of your favorite songs, then you are going to love this stamp set too.
Right when I saw this set I knew I had to have it because of the Boom Box and the cassette tape. Making mixed tapes of my favorite songs, which I had to obtain from the radio or a friends tape was the thing to do! Then when these new things called CD's came out we'd record them on to tape so we could listen to them in our Walkman. That is until the Discman! I digress! So, today's card was inspired by the making of mixed tapes in my youth.
Raise your hand if you owned something NEON!!! I had a pink boom box, well, it was small and so I think I called it a radio. Not only could I dial into the radio station I wanted to listen to but I could also play a tape on it. I could record a song from the radio too! I even had a jack so I could plug in my headphones, so as not disturb any of my 3 sisters. Or honestly, to get away from my 3 sisters if only for a moment. The struggle of the first born is real.
I used Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers to color in the images. I love that they have neon markers, they are perfect for this card.
For this month's Stamp set of the Month series I will be making two cards each week. That's 2 cards per video. The second card will be a remake of the first. So, you need to click over the video to see the second version of this card. While you are there, leave a comment on my video to let me know which of the two cards is your favorite. Everyone who comments will be entered to win their favorite card. Winners will be announced on next Monday's video.
Watch the Good Mix Tape Card video here
All the supplies I used to make these cards are listed and linked for you below. When you click and shop my links it helps to support this blog and YouTube channel. Thank you so much, I love sharing my creations with you.
Thank you so much for stopping by. If you'd like to stamp with me in a virtual class check out my Happy Stamping Box.
The July Happy Stamping Box is now available for Pre-Order!
Sponsored by:
You are invited to join me in creating cards using the Butterfly Love Turnabout Stamp and die set by Concord & 9th with the July Happy Stamping Box. It's a stamping kit sent right to your door. You get to make the projects with me in a LIVE online class.
For the projects in the July box we will be creating backgrounds using the turnabout stamp set, Butterfly Love. I will show you my tips and tricks for turnabout stamping. Each of the projects in this kit are unique creations, designed by me. This box is the perfect thing for turnabout lovers and turnabout newbies alike. No need to leave your home to create with me!
From this box you will be making 5 cards, with an opportunity to earn a 6th BONUS card when you register by July 3rd, 2019. You will automatically get the BONUS project for FREE when you register by the early bird deadline of 7/3/19. The last date to register for this class is on 7/7/19.
With the purchase of Happy Stamping Box you will get an invitation to my private Facebook page, The Happy Stamping Box. There you will have access to the printable PDF tutorial for this class. And the LIVE class will take place on this page as well. If you are not able to make it to the virtual class when I go LIVE, a recording is available for up to 3 weeks after for you to watch at your convenience.
So, what's included in your July Happy Stamping Box?
(There are two kit options, contents vary, pick the kit that is best for you
Full Kit includes: 5 project kits, Butterfly Love stamp set, Butterfly Love die set, Full Size Turnabout Jig, Clear Embossing Powder, Sparkle Dust Glitter, Gold Pearls, Diamond Dust for Shaker card. Access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print off. And a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
Card Kit includes: 5 project kits, sampler of Clear Embossing powder, sampler of Sparkle Dust Glitter, Diamond Dust for Shaker Card. Access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print off. And a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
BONUS PROJECT:
To earn the 6th BONUS project, purchase your kit by 7/3/19.
WHAT YOU NEED:
You will need to have some basic supplies on hand to make these projects. Like: scissors, glue, adhesives, paper cutter, die cutting machine, heat tool, ink pads, etc.
WHEN IS THE LIVE CLASS?
The July Happy Stamping Box class will be held LIVE in the private Facebook page on Saturday July 27th at 9:30am MST. If you can not make it to the LIVE event the recording will be available after the event in the Facebook group page for about 3 weeks after for you to watch at your convenience.
You will be added to the Facebook group page (The Happy Stamping Box) about 1 week prior to the LIVE class. If we are not currently friends on Facebook please find me and send me a friend request when you sign up for the class, find me under Carrie Cady Rhoades, then I will be able to easily add you to the page. You will then need to go to that page to accept my invite at which point you will have access to the page.
DETAILS:
All products for the kits will be ordered and prepared by me after the registration deadline of July 7th. I do not have all the product on hand, it is ordered based on registrations. The ordering, cutting and preparation of these boxes take 10-14 days after the deadline. The expected shipping date for the boxes is 7/20/19.
Happy Stamping Boxes can only be mailed with in the United States at this time, send me a special request if you are outside the US at carrie@carriestamps.com
Registration closes on 7/7/19.
The LIVE class is on Saturday July 27th at 9:30am MST. The recorded class will be available for viewing immediately after the live class for you to watch at your convenience, for up to 3 weeks. After that time the PDF and video will be removed from the page in preparation for the August Happy Stamping Box.
The PDF tutorial will post to the Happy Stamping Box FB page on or around 7/22/19 for you to download and print. Use this to prepare for and along with the LIVE class or recorded video.
Every one is welcome to join the Happy Stamping Box; new stampers, professional stampers, beginners, etc. Please feel free to share this invitation with your friends. I hope you try out the Happy Stamping Box, I know we will have fun creating these cards together!
QUESTIONS?
Please leave a comment on this post if you have any questions, I am glad to help.
Do you have stamp sets that you are so excited to play with and yet they have sat in the packaging untouched longer that you wanted? That's what happened with the Gem Turnabout Stamp and Die set from Concord & 9th.
When I got it I was excited with how cute it is. I have played a lot with Concord & 9th's turnabout stamp sets, but this was the first time I used a mini turnabout set. I found it very easy to use and the multicolored background of gems is so cute.
I used a light and dark blue and a light and dark purple for my gem turnabout background. All 4 of these colors are from Fun Stampers Journey; Pool Play, Beach Ball, Pretty Amethyst and Deep Lilac.
I wanted the focal image, the large die cut gem to really be the focus of this card and thought the blue ink blended behind the circle really helped to draw the eye in towards that gem. The Salty Ocean Distress Oxide ink, coordinates really nicely with the Beach Ball ink and card stock.
I used Pretty Amethyst and Deep Lilac card stock to die cut the gem using the coordinating die set. To make it sparkle, I covered it with Sparkle Silk and Journey glaze. The end result is a very shiny gem with a lot of shimmer when you turn it in the light.
You can watch the making of this card below. The video was done live on my Facebook page, which you can find HERE if you'd like to catch my LIVE videos.
All the products I used to make this card have been listed and linked for you below. Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. When you click and shop my links it helps support this blog and means that I get to keep sharing my creations with you. Thank you.
Today is Part 4 of my June Stamp Set of the Month series! It is the last Monday that I will be bringing you creations with the Rawrsome stamp set. Not to say that I will not be using this stamp set again, because I certainly will, it is so cute. In fact I'd love to ask Lawn Fawn to make a mini stamp set to go with it that has a T-Rex!
I have loved all the cards and boxes that I have made this month, and have made some really fun masculine cards. But today's creation might be my favorite! Because it was inspired by a sweatshirt that my daughter Hannah has. Every time she wears it she gets compliments on it from people of all ages.
Do you love the pink and green? I LOVE IT SO MUCH. Here is the sweatshirt that inspired this card.
And now you know why I need a Lawn Fawn T-Rex stamp!
Now let's chat about coloring on White Card stock vs. Colored card stock.
Colored Card stock is not as smooth as white card stocks. Which means you will have different results even when using the same pencils and same techniques as on white paper.
To use or not to use Gamsol. For this card I did not use Gamsol on the focal image, the dinosaur colored on white card stock. I don't find it necessary to do so on white. I like just using my pencils in light layers and blending them with each other. Then I come in with a Blending Nub and burnish the pencil in to the paper. Doing this with our the Gamsol will soften the pencil lines, and blend out the colors even more. BUT, I did use the Gamsol on the colored card stock. It is very hard to get a blended soft look on colored card stock. With the use of Gamsol I am able to soften those pencil lines out so that my image does not have the scratchy pencil look. I find Gamsol is a must on colored card stock.
Pencils are the way to go on colored card stock! If you want an image colored in on colored card stock, then colored pencils should be one of the first things you reach for. They will stay most true to color on colored card stock. This medium sits on top of the paper and does not soak in like a marker will. When I colored in my dinosaurs on my background I used a different technique than with the white card stock. I first colored side to side and then added a second layer, coloring the image up and down. It's like going with the grain of the paper and then against it. This helps to fill in all the area with color. But to completely do this with a clean look Gamsol and a blending nub are the trick.
Blending Nub is the last step. On both papers, with or with out Gamsol, make sure all your coloring is done before you blend it out with the blending nub. Very little can be done to add color once you take this step. On the pink card stock, I also used a heavier hand to outline the edge of the dinos before adding the Gamsol. Gamsol helps fill in the tooth of the card stock as does burnishing the color with just the blending nub. Once that is done color can not be added.
Are you a colored pencil user? I'd love to hear if you like to use Gamsol or not when finishing up an image.
If you like this card, you can WIN IT! Check out my YouTube video below, like and comment on the video over on YouTube and you will be entered to WIN this card. The winner will be announced on next Monday's video, where I will kick off my July Stamp Set of the Month.
And of course I had to make a little party favor box to go with this card. I used the new die set, Small Fry Box, by Inky Stamper. You can see the making of this box in the video below. Such an easy box to make and so darn cute!
Thank you for stopping by! I'd love for you to check out the video, leave a comment over on YouTube and you will be entered to WIN this pink dino card!
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So excited to be apart of another reveal, a new product by Inky Stamper, the Small Fry Box die set!
This Small Fry Box is the cutest little thing. I had so much fun making it I did not stop at one, but made six!
It's hard for me to not make things in a rainbow of colors!
This small fry box is easy to die cut from a piece of card stock that is 5-1/2" x 4-1/4", which means that you can die cut 4 boxes from one piece of 8-1/2" x 11" piece of card stock, LOVE THAT! It makes it easy to make a bunch of these as a party favor!
The size of this box makes it easy to do a lot of fun things, like stamp it with a background stamp and emboss it with an embossing folder! Check out my video below to see all the other ideas I came up with for this box.
Did you notice that I did not end up using the Double Bow die? You'll have to stay tuned for that project!
So, which box is your favorite?
I thought the Lawn Fawn stamp set, A Little Sparkle, was the perfect thing for these little boxes. You could dress them up with any of you little stamp images.
Below I have listed and linked all the supplies I used to make today's projects. Please feel free to ask any questions you might have, I love interacting with you!
I am in love with the June Glimmer Hot Foil kit of the month from Spellbinders. This month's kit has flower plates and dies to cut the flowers out, as well as a roll of pink foil!
I loved using the Scattered Dots plate on top of a Gel Press background that I decided to try that technique with this new set of plates.
The Gel Press print I used for my flowers was created using acrylic paint on a Gel Press. I spread the paint out on the plate with a brayer and then used a piece of burlap to create texture in the paint. Then I laid a piece of card stock on top of this paint to pull it up and create the print. If you'd like to see print making in action, check out THIS VIDEO where I create some prints and turn them into cards.
Now I have a very unique print I can use as a background, or in this case to hot foil flowers and die cut them out for my card.
I had a roll of pink foil on hand, but the foil that came with this kit is lighter. So, on my card I decided to use both. They work great together and I love having the two tones of pink side by side.
Here you can see the darker pink foil on the small flower and the lighter pink on the large flower. I love that the foiled image is almost pressed into the card stock. And the shine is so much fun! I also used the dark pink foil on the center piece for the biggest flower. I did not have any green foil for my stem, so I used Gold foil on top of a green gel press print.
The die cut sentiment is also from Concord & 9th, Little Thoughts die set is the free gift with purchase for the month of June. I die cut it from Gold Mirror card stock. And finished off my card with some gold hearts from the same die set.
You can watch the making of this card below. This video is from a recent Facebook Live, you can follow me on Facebook here.
I have listed and linked all the products I used to make today's card for you below. Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you.
Welcome to Part 3 of my June Stamp Set of the Month series featuring Lawn Fawn's Rawrsome stamp and die set.
Every Monday I have new creations with this stamp set for you. Let's check them out and watch the video of the making of these two projects. Remember to comment on the video on my YouTube channel and you could win the card I make!
One of the things I love about this stamp set is the fun sentiments. And that they can be for Father's Day or Birthday or any other occassion. I purposely left the inside of the card blank so that when the time comes the appropriate sentiment can be added there, like Happy Birthday. Also, this set has the word Mom in it as well.
Lawn Fawn's stamp sets are great for creating a scene. Sometimes that can seem overwhelming. So, for this card I die cut a circle for my scene. Somehow having a smaller area seemed less overwhelming. I used two colors of distress oxide ink to set my scene; Salty Ocean and Ground Espresso. Then of course I splattered this with water, it is so much fun to do with Distress Oxide inks that I find it very hard not to spritz my backgrounds every time.
For all of the coloring I used Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers. These water based makers blend together so nicely. You can catch the coloring and the exact markers I used in the video below.
For the coordinating treat box I used the Triangle Treat Box die by Fun Stampers Journey. Adding the lava layer to the top easily transforms this box into a volcano.
The splatter of erupting lava adds to the feel that this volcano is erupting and there might not be a tomorrow for my dinos. To easily create this splatter I used Cranberry Bliss and Citrus Cooler silks, another great product by FSJ.
Inside this box is a cellophane bag filled with a treat to give with the card. But it would also make a great party favor!
You can watch the making of these projects here. Be sure to click over and leave a comment on the video for a chance to win today's card!
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Today I get the privilege of sharing a new line of stamps and dies with you from Inky Stamper! The person behind Inky Stamper is my friend Chelsea Comer. She just started her own line of stamps and dies! When she asked me if I'd like to design some projects for her release I jumped at the chance to help my friend. She sent me her new Dragonfly stamp set. Check out how cute he is!
Below I have a video for you featuring this stamp set on two projects. Check it out, and if you like the video give it a thumbs up to let me know.
Note: Before adding the stamp set to your cart you can click to purchase the stamp set with coordinating dies.
Now let's take a closer look at the projects I made.
I wanted the Dragonfly to be flying over a field of flowers. I used the flower from this stamp set as my starting point for this background. I stamped it with Clear Pigment ink and embossed it with clear powder. Then I was able to inkblend over the top of the flowers, making a ink resist background. To get this sunset look I used three Distress Oxide ink pads and some ink blending tools. From top to bottom the ink colors I used are Seedless Preserves, Picked Raspberry and Wild Honey. To get such a seamless blend I think paper choice is key. I used Neenah Classic Crest Solar White card stock. It's my favorite for ink blending, the ink seems to sit on top of the paper a bit longer, allowing you to move the ink around. To finish off this background I had to splatter it with water, my FAVORITE thing to do with Distress Oxide ink. And now I had the perfect scene for my Dragonfly.
I used my Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers to color in both my dragonflies. And what you can not see in the pictures is that I covered the wings and the eyes with a Wink of Stella clear shimmer pen.
Next up the Treat Box.
I loved coloring in this cute little guy so much I wanted to make a version of him that matched the ink blended background. It's so much fun to customize the dragonfly to go with your creation.
For the background on this box I stamped the cloud repeatedly over the entire box in Whip Cream ink. LOVE this cloud stamp! And then I used another clever image from the Dragonfly stamp set, the flight path image. It really adds to the playful feel of the Dragonfly.
That wraps up my two projects featuring the new Dragonfly stamp set by Inky Stamper. Be sure to click over to the Inky Stamper store to check out all the stamps and dies in this launch. And a great big CONGRATS to my friend Chelsea Comer for spreading her wings, reaching for the stars and making her dream a reality!
So, which dragonfly is your favorite? The more traditional colors or the bight and bold?
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Thank you so much for spending time with me today!
Happy Monday! Today I am bringing you Part 2 of my June Stamp Set of the Month series. That means a video and creations using the Rawrsome stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn. It's a stamp set that I picked to feature this month because it is versatile, has cute images and sentiments and, of course, a matching die set.
If you missed Part 1 you have to check it out, I made the cutest volcano card! Today I have created a card and matching gift box for Dad! You can check out the video below, but make sure you click over to YouTube and like as well a comment on the video so that you can be entered to win the card I made!
Now let's take a closer look at the Rawrsome Dad card made in this video.
These two dinosaur images are so cute! Seriously a Papa and baby dinosaur! I colored my images in using my Arteza Real Brush markers. Look at the blend! It's one of those things that we card maker's get excited about, because it was so easy and it turned out so good! Below I have linked the set that I have, the set of 48. But they also have a larger set of 96, if you love having ALL THE COLORS. Which I do and am so tempted to get, which is a real possibility because Arteza's products are so reasonably priced, and I am digging how this markers color. When I say they are a REAL BRUSH marker, I mean that the tip of the marker is not a felt tip like you might be used to, it is a brush. A brush like a paint brush. When you press down on the tip if fans out. That also means that the tip comes to a very fine point. So, you can going to use these a little different than you would a felt tip marker. These markers are water-based. Which means you can blend them! Blend them out with water, a blender pen, or with each other, like I did coloring in my dinos.
Now let's take a look at the coordinating gift box, made using the Popcorn Box die by Fun Stampers Journey.
For this dinosaur I reversed a coloring. Which do you like better, the blue dinosaur or the orange? Leave a comment below to let me know your pick.
In the video I show you how to make this box, which is large and best suited for a piece of 12x12 paper, using an 8-1/2" x 11" piece of card stock. The trick is to cut the card stock in half, so you have two pieces that are 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Then on each piece cut one half of the box. Watch the video for my pointers and how to create a second tab to put this box together. It's pretty easy.
The oval on the front of the box was saved from the I Lava You card from last week. And, I used the Modern Frame die set to cut the two leafy branches from the same Gel Press print used to make today's card. I put some Cracker Jacks in the box for this picture, but I am going to be making some Almond Rocca for Dad for Father's Day.
Thank you so much for stopping by, taking time out of your day to let me share my creations with you! Below I have listed and linked all the products I used for these projects. If you have any questions just let me know, I love to chat with you.
I am so excited to bring you Part 2 of my SketchBox challenge. For Part 2 I am taking the backgrounds I made in Part 1 (see that video here) and turning them into cards. In Part 1 I used the watercolor paints from the June 2019 SketchBox to paint some watercolor panels. I have 4 backgrounds plus one image that I watercolored that I will be using in today's video. I LOVE how these cards turned out and hope that you like them as well and enjoy watching them be created in this video.
Now let's take a closer look at each of the 4 cards I made.
Card 1
That cow! I do love her! This background was made using the all the watercolors from the SketchBox in wide washes down the watercolor paper panel.
Someone tell me if it is weird to put a sentiment that say Beautiful on a card with a cow.
Card 2
The background for this cowgirl card was made with Deep Yellow, Pale Orange and Burnt Sienna watercolor paints. I randomly dotted the paint on a wet piece of watercolor paper.
And I do have to mention how excited I am with how my watercolored image turned out. I might like this watercoloring thing!
Card 3
So, I am not a gamer, and if you watched the video that was probably very clear. But how fun is this card. I am in love with that galaxy background, they are so much fun to make.
Card 4
This card was the hardest for me. But once I figured out that I needed to warm up that tree background I like it much better. To do that I added some brown to the trees and the ground, much better.
This squirrel is the image that I used the watercolors on for some no line coloring. Not too bad for my first time doing no line coloring with watercolors. I just stamped the image in a light tan color, Oatmeal Cookie, and then painted on the lines, so it looks as if I painted it, instead of it being a stamped image.
Overall I really loved this challenge, using the SketchBox to paint some watercolor background and then turning those into card. I used products I most likely would not have tried on my own and I love how the backgrounds tuned out. Which lead to 4 unique cards that I am also very pleased with.
So, which card is your favorite? Leave me a comment and let me know. I love to connect with you!
I have listed and linked all the supplies I used to make these cards for you below:
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Thank you so much for stopping by! I love sharing my creations with you.
It was time. Time to step out of my comfort zone. Time to try something new that stretches me.
And that thing is SketchBox. SketchBox is an art subscription box. My 14 year old daughter is the one who gets this box in the mail. Her art form is drawning. So this months Sketchbox, themed watercoloring, did not excite her. So, I offered to take it off her hands and give it a try.
What could a rubber stamper card maker do with this Sketch box? I knew it was outside of my "art form" too. I am new to the world of watercoloring, but it is a medium that I am excited to learn more about and incorporate into card making.
So, check out this video and see what's in the June 2019 SketchBox (basic subscription) and what I make with it.
That was very much outside of my comfort zone. So, what are my thoughts?
The one tool from this box that I am familiar with and have used a lot is the H20 brush. And I loved this brush. You can tell it is a good brand. It does not leak water. It has a small, precision tip that stays together. I was able to do fine details with this and control the water, for the most part. What I did learn aobut controlling the water is that when you squeeze the barrel to let out water you will have a very wet brush for a minute or so. Knowing that, I will have even better results in the future. I will use this brush again! Here is a set of H20 brushes by Zig that has the brush from this kit in it.
As far as the watercolor paints. I have never used liquid watercolors before, in this form. I use inks of all kinds and found it to be similar to some that I have used to watercolor with. I loved the backgrounds that I made with these paints. Would I use them again??? I am honestly not sure that I will. If I had more colors I might, like this set here. I am more familiar with pan style watercolors and have a set that I will continue to use, it has 36 colors. It is a great set for someone who wants a nice set, that is reasonably priced. You can check that out here, Arteza Premium 36 Water Color set.
I do see myself using the KingArt Inkline Artists Pen again? I was easy to use and I can incorporate it into card making easily. I do wish it was waterproof, but knowing that is it not is again something I can work with. It is similar to the Micron Fine Liner pens I have used before.
Will I continue to subscribe to SketchBox? Although I had a great time playing with this box and seeing what I could create with its contents I would have to say No. I do not see myself subscribing to SketchBox as a rubber stamper. That being said the teaser email came out for the July box and there will be Copic Markers inside! So, I have went back and forth on this decision. I do already subscribe to the Glimmer Hot Foil plate of the month by Spellbinders. If you want to know what that is check out this video. If I am going to subscribe to a box I am leaning towards the My Monthly Hero Box by Hero Arts. Tell me if you think I should get the SketchBox or the My Monthly Hero Box in the comments below. I'd love your input!
Overall, I am so glad I did this. Playing with the SketchBox stretched and challenged me in ways that ink and stamps do not. And I will continue to try new things like this. I am not head over heels with the piece I made on the Aquaboard, but I am proud of myself for going for it. I risked ruining it, making something ugly and did it even though it was scary. And I really enjoyed it.
Be sure to tune into my YouTube channel and blog tomorrow for Part 2 of this series where I turn the backgrounds I made in this video into cards!
Below are all the supplies I used besides the SketchBox contents.
You can find out more about SketchBox HERE, it does make a great gift for any artist in your life.
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Introducing the June Stamp Set of the Month, my pick for the stamp and die set I will be showcasing for the month of June.
It's the Rawrsome stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn! For the month of June I thought a set that I could make masculine cards with was just the thing. Of course dinosaurs are for everyone, so I am going to have fun making cards and things for Dad and my girls too.
This is a versatile set even if i's a dinosaur set, you can make cards that do not have a dinosaur on them, like my card today.
This card is inspired by the Pixar short film, I Lava You.
It is my favorite! A story about how the Hawaiian Islands were formed by two love sick volcanoes who finally find each other. You can watch it on YouTube, HERE. Let me know if you needed a tissue!
So, after watching that I am sure you love it, I mean lava it too. And that is why my first card with this stamp set had to be a volcano card.
I had fun coloring in these cuties with my Copic Markers, I am some what of a newbie with Copics and I have to say I think I am making some headway and am pleased with how these turned out, after 3 practice ones that I did not use.
The blended ink background is Distress Oxide ink. I masked off the island and blended the sky and then reversed that and ink blended an island. For a one layer background for my volcanoes. Then I added a top layer, a window, so to speak. The Limeade Splash paper is embossed with the Fiddle Leaf embossing folder by Fun Stampers Journey. I love the tropical leaf feel of this folder. The oval, branches and flower dies are from the Modern Frame die set also by FSJ. For the branches I use Lemon Grass card stock, which is the same card stock I used for the card base. I also love the wave element in the window, giving the card a bit of a 3D feel.
You can watch the making of this card on my YouTube channel. While you are there be sure to subscribe and then click on the bell, then you will be notified every time I post a new video. I post a new video one or two time a week. AND, I am giving this card away. Just like and comment on the video on my YouTube channel and you will be entered to win it.
Thank you so much for watching, be sure to tune in to next week's video to see if you WON this card.
Below I have listed and linked all the products I used to make todays card.
Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. Shopping my links means I get to keeping bringing you new ideas and share my creations with you. Thank you!
Introducing the June Stamp Set of the Month, my pick for the stamp and die set I will be showcasing for the month of June.
It's the Rawrsome stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn! For the month of June I thought a set that I could make masculine cards with was just the thing. Of course dinosaurs are for everyone, so I am going to have fun making cards and things for Dad and my girls too.
This is a versatile set even if i's a dinosaur set, you can make cards that do not have a dinosaur on them, like my card today.
This card is inspired by the Pixar short film, I Lava You.
It is my favorite! A story about how the Hawaiian Islands were formed by two love sick volcanoes who finally find each other. You can watch it on YouTube, HERE. Let me know if you needed a tissue!
So, after watching that I am sure you love it, I mean lava it too. And that is why my first card with this stamp set had to be a volcano card.
I had fun coloring in these cuties with my Copic Markers, I am some what of a newbie with Copics and I have to say I think I am making some headway and am pleased with how these turned out, after 3 practice ones that I did not use.
The blended ink background is Distress Oxide ink. I masked off the island and blended the sky and then reversed that and ink blended an island. For a one layer background for my volcanoes. Then I added a top layer, a window, so to speak. The Limeade Splash paper is embossed with the Fiddle Leaf embossing folder by Fun Stampers Journey. I love the tropical leaf feel of this folder. The oval, branches and flower dies are from the Modern Frame die set also by FSJ. For the branches I use Lemon Grass card stock, which is the same card stock I used for the card base. I also love the wave element in the window, giving the card a bit of a 3D feel.
You can watch the making of this card on my YouTube channel. While you are there be sure to subscribe and then click on the bell, then you will be notified every time I post a new video. I post a new video one or two time a week. AND, I am giving this card away. Just like and comment on the video on my YouTube channel and you will be entered to win it.
Thank you so much for watching, be sure to tune in to next week's video to see if you WON this card.
Below I have listed and linked all the products I used to make todays card.
Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. Shopping my links means I get to keeping bringing you new ideas and share my creations with you. Thank you!
Introducing the June Stamp Set of the Month, my pick for the stamp and die set I will be showcasing for the month of June.
It's the Rawrsome stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn! For the month of June I thought a set that I could make masculine cards with was just the thing. Of course dinosaurs are for everyone, so I am going to have fun making cards and things for Dad and my girls too.
This is a versatile set even if i's a dinosaur set, you can make cards that do not have a dinosaur on them, like my card today.
This card is inspired by the Pixar short film, I Lava You.
It is my favorite! A story about how the Hawaiian Islands were formed by two love sick volcanoes who finally find each other. You can watch it on YouTube, HERE. Let me know if you needed a tissue!
So, after watching that I am sure you love it, I mean lava it too. And that is why my first card with this stamp set had to be a volcano card.
I had fun coloring in these cuties with my Copic Markers, I am some what of a newbie with Copics and I have to say I think I am making some headway and am pleased with how these turned out, after 3 practice ones that I did not use.
The blended ink background is Distress Oxide ink. I masked off the island and blended the sky and then reversed that and ink blended an island. For a one layer background for my volcanoes. Then I added a top layer, a window, so to speak. The Limeade Splash paper is embossed with the Fiddle Leaf embossing folder by Fun Stampers Journey. I love the tropical leaf feel of this folder. The oval, branches and flower dies are from the Modern Frame die set also by FSJ. For the branches I use Lemon Grass card stock, which is the same card stock I used for the card base. I also love the wave element in the window, giving the card a bit of a 3D feel.
You can watch the making of this card on my YouTube channel. While you are there be sure to subscribe and then click on the bell, then you will be notified every time I post a new video. I post a new video one or two time a week. AND, I am giving this card away. Just like and comment on the video on my YouTube channel and you will be entered to win it.
Thank you so much for watching, be sure to tune in to next week's video to see if you WON this card.
Below I have listed and linked all the products I used to make todays card.
Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. Shopping my links means I get to keeping bringing you new ideas and share my creations with you. Thank you!
Introducing the June Stamp Set of the Month, my pick for the stamp and die set I will be showcasing for the month of June.
It's the Rawrsome stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn! For the month of June I thought a set that I could make masculine cards with was just the thing. Of course dinosaurs are for everyone, so I am going to have fun making cards and things for Dad and my girls too.
This is a versatile set even if i's a dinosaur set, you can make cards that do not have a dinosaur on them, like my card today.
This card is inspired by the Pixar short film, I Lava You.
It is my favorite! A story about how the Hawaiian Islands were formed by two love sick volcanoes who finally find each other. You can watch it on YouTube, HERE. Let me know if you needed a tissue!
So, after watching that I am sure you love it, I mean lava it too. And that is why my first card with this stamp set had to be a volcano card.
I had fun coloring in these cuties with my Copic Markers, I am some what of a newbie with Copics and I have to say I think I am making some headway and am pleased with how these turned out, after 3 practice ones that I did not use.
The blended ink background is Distress Oxide ink. I masked off the island and blended the sky and then reversed that and ink blended an island. For a one layer background for my volcanoes. Then I added a top layer, a window, so to speak. The Limeade Splash paper is embossed with the Fiddle Leaf embossing folder by Fun Stampers Journey. I love the tropical leaf feel of this folder. The oval, branches and flower dies are from the Modern Frame die set also by FSJ. For the branches I use Lemon Grass card stock, which is the same card stock I used for the card base. I also love the wave element in the window, giving the card a bit of a 3D feel.
You can watch the making of this card on my YouTube channel. While you are there be sure to subscribe and then click on the bell, then you will be notified every time I post a new video. I post a new video one or two time a week. AND, I am giving this card away. Just like and comment on the video on my YouTube channel and you will be entered to win it.
Thank you so much for watching, be sure to tune in to next week's video to see if you WON this card.
Below I have listed and linked all the products I used to make todays card.
Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. Shopping my links means I get to keeping bringing you new ideas and share my creations with you. Thank you!
The June Happy Stamping Box is now available for Pre-Order!
You are invited to join me in creating some beachy cards with distress ink scenes with the June Happy Stamping Box. It's a stamping kit sent to your door! We make the projects together in a live, virtual class!
The June box features the Life is Good stamp and die set by Lawn Fawn. For each card we will be creating a scene using Distress inks and blending brushes. Perfect for beach themed cards. Each of the projects in this kit are unique creations, designed by me! These cards are the perfect way to kick off summer and get you in the mood for some sunshine and warm weather. Each scene will be ink blended with soft buttery brushes that are an ease to use. And with this kit you get to create with me from the comfort of home.
From this box you will be making 5 cards, with an opportunity to earn a 6th BONUS card when you register by June 3rd, 2019. You will automatically get the BONUS project for FREE with you register by that date. Registration for this event closes on 6/5/19.
With the purchase of your Happy Stamping Box you will get an invitation to my private Facebook page, The Happy Stamping Box. There you will have access to the printable PDF for this class. On this page is where the LIVE class will take place. If you can not make it to the LIVE class a recording is available for up to 3 weeks after for you to watch at your convenience.
INCLUDED IN YOUR JUNE HAPPY STAMPING BOX:
(There are 4 kit options, contents vary, pick the kit that is best for you)
Box Includes: 5 project kits, Life is Good Stamp Set, Life is Good die set, Mini Distress Ink Pads: Picked Rapsberry, spiced marmalade, mustard seed, peacock feathers, antique linen, vintage photo, walnut stain, and black soot, a set of 5 blending brushes, Embellishments, Shaker elements, access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print, and a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
Box Includes: 5 project kits, Mini Distress Ink Pads: Picked Rapsberry, spiced marmalade, mustard seed, peacock feathers, antique linen, vintage photo, walnut stain, and black soot, a set of 5 blending brushes, Embellishments, Shaker elements, access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print, and a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
Box includes: 5 project kits, Life is Good stamp set, Life is Good Die set, Embellishments, Shaker elements, access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print, and a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
Box Includes: 5 project kits, Embellishments, Shaker elements, access to the full color PDF tutorial to download and/or print, and a seat at the LIVE virtual class.
BONUS PROJECT:
To earn the 6th BONUS project, purchase your kit by 6/3/19.
WHAT YOU NEED:
You will need to have some basic supplies on hand to make these projects, like scissors, adhesives, ink pads, die cutting machine, etc.
WHEN IS THE LIVE CLASS?
The May Happy Stamping Box Class will be held LIVE in the private Facebook page on Saturday, June 29th at 9:30am MST. If you can not make it to the LIVE event the recording will be available after the event in the Facebook group page for about 3 weeks after for you to watch at your convenience.
You will be added to the Facebook group page (The Happy Stamping Box) about 1 week prior to the LIVE class. If we are not currently friends on Facebook please find me and send me a friend request when you sign up for the class, find me under Carrie Cady Rhoades, then I will be able to easily add you to the page. You will then need to go to that page to accept my invite at which point you will have access to the page.
DETAILS:
All products for the kits will be ordered and prepared by me after the registration deadline of June 5th. I do not have all the product on hand, it is ordered based on registrations. The ordering, cutting and preparation of these boxes take 10-14 days after the deadline. The expected shipping date for the boxes is 6/21/19.
Happy Stamping Boxes can only be mailed with in the United States at this time, send me a special request if you are outside the US at carrie@carriestamps.com
Registration closes on 6/5/19.
The LIVE class is on Saturday June 29th at 9:30am MST (subject to change, due to pending out of town plans in the works). The recorded class will be available for viewing immediately after the live class for you to watch at your convenience, for up to 3 weeks. After that time the PDF and video will be removed from the page in preparation for the July Happy Stamping Box.
The PDF tutorial will post the Happy Stamping Box FB page around 6/24/19 for you to download and print. Use this to prepare for and along with the LIVE class or recorded video.
Every one is welcome to join the Happy Stamping Box; new stampers, professional stampers, beginners, etc. Please feel free to share this invitations with your friends. I hope you try out the Happy Stamping Box, I know we will have fun creating these cards together!
QUESTIONS?
Please leave a comment on this post if you have any questions, I am glad to help.
Is May not the craziest month ever. It is if you have school aged kids. But you don't realized it like you do with December, it just sneaks up on you. End of the school year comes with so many things, graduations, performances, parties, field days, etc. But then it is also so enjoyable. My oldest daughter completed middle school this year and my youngest elementary school. Milestones that if I sit and think about too long will result in a puddle of tears. How have the years gone by soo fast!?! One of the blessings in our lives that made my daughter's 8th grade graduation so special is her class at the Co-Op we attend. Most of the kids have been together since preschool or kindergarten. But next year several of the kids are going their own way, off to brick a mortar schools. So, we had a graduation ceremony for them and a graduation party. I just adore these kids! So I decided to make them a card and share a heart felt message with each of them.
I wanted to make the cards special and fun. I incorporated a floating graduation cap, like it had just been thrown in the air! A great interactive card idea I learned from a Jennifer McGuire video.
When you shake the card the graduation cap moves around. There is a hole in the card front that the cap covers. The cap is popped up onto a larger die cut circle and on the back of that circle is a penny. This allows the cap to move around and the added weight of the penny helps it move with out much shaking. I have a video of the making of this card near the bottom of this post.
For the fireworks I embossed the image from the Bravo Grad stamp set by FSJ with Clear Pigment Ink and Clear embossing powder. Then I burnished some Dusty Concord ink over that to give them a glowing look. I also splattered water over them for added depth, which resulted in somewhat of a boken look.
The word GRAD was done using the April Glimmer Hot Foil Plate of the month and Prism foil. When you turn and shake the card you can see different colors in the foil.
I hope they know when they see and read their card that they are special to me and I am so thankful for each of them. Two of the kids are missing from this pic, but I thought you might be curious about them, since I've gushed over them. My daughter Samantha is on the far left.
And now the promised video, the making of the card.....
Please let me know if you have any questions, I am here to help. I have linked all the products I have used below. Affiliate links have been used at no cost to you. It just means that when you click on my links and make a purchase I get a small percentage of that sale. It means a lot to a blogger when you learn something from them and then shop their links. It means that I get to keep creating and sharing what I love with you, so thank you!
This card is packed with fun things! It starts out with a Gel Press Background, then I throw in a Glimmer Hot Foil layer over that! And I have some Zig Clean Color Real Brush Marker coloring on the Magical Unicorn stamp set. Pretty sure I can not go wrong with all these great things!
Check it out for yourself, in this video.
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Let's take a closer look at today's card.
This card started with the rainbow background, created by brayering 3 liquid colors onto the Gel Press. The three colors I used are; Candy Apple, Lemon Drop and Cool Pool. When you brayer these, they blend together and create the orange and green. Once the colors are blended you lay a piece of card stock on top and press gently onto that Gel Press. Peel it up to reveal your one of a kind print.
Then I took that print and added a layer of hot foil! I used my new favorite Glimmer Hot Foil plate, Scattered Dots. Having the gold dots over the top of the rainbow background it what makes this card so special.
The coloring was lots of fun. I really enjoy coloring with my Zig Clean Color Real Brush markers on Bristol Smooth paper. They blend so nice! Arteza markers are very similar and I use those too, just as I did in today's video. I have linked both sets of markers for you below, as well as all the other products I used to make today's card.
Leave me a comment and let me know what you think I should to with the five backgrounds I made in the video.
Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing your time with me. Come back next Monday for more with the Good Mix stamp and die set.
