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Card sketches are a lot of fun to use, and sometimes get you thinking outside of the box. Adding elements like die cut and punched shapes, or pieces of patterned paper can change up the look of your card. This week, my stampin’ buddy Mary Louise and I did our…
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It’s sketching time! I want to encourage you to use your stash, pull out those papers, stamps and embellishments that you haven’t touched in a while and just MAKE. The sketch inspiration is designed to help you step out of your comfort zone, and come up with different variations on…
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Sometimes, there’s a paper pack that just speaks to your heart, and for me, this free (with $60 CAD purchase) one does it. A Day at the Farm has just the right mix of critters and patterns for just about any occasion. This design also gives ample opportunity to showcase…
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Applying the sticker to the back of a cling stamp can sometimes be tricky business. I can’t remember where I saw this trick, but it has made sticker application SO much easier and faster, with next to no errors. As long as you are steady(ish) you can get a perfect…
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It’s sketchin’ time again! I really enjoy creating a jumping off point for creativity, and with this sketch, you get just that. Flip it on the size for a horizontal card, change the shapes, add bling or a ribbon, or whatever else strikes your fancy. That’s the beauty of sketches-…
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The beauty of handmade cards is you can fully customize them based on the recipient, and their feelings about certain things. The Alphabest stamp set makes it a breeze to create your own sentiments, and this one was particularly fun to do. Sometimes, you need to embrace your inner sass!…
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Today, it’s all about kissing. Not only does this card use an older technique, it also goes along the lines of Keep It Simple, Silly. Now, for this card, simplicity was where I went, but you could amp it up as much as you’d like. The Kissing technique simply involves…
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It’s January in Manitoba, and I am craving heat, and sun. This card came together very easily with a few colours of ink and the small blending brushes. I have, and love, the large ones, but the small ones make it easier to get a more precise application, and area…
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What do you start with when you see a sketch? I usually start with the stamp I want to use, but sometimes the layout or the background speaks to me first. The thing about sketches is there is no right or wrong way to do it. The creator (at least…
