Here is a great idea I picked up as extra inspiration for CAS cards. This technique uses small pieces of DSP to create a chevron border effect. A very useful addition for the most CAS of cards. Enjoy
Category: Birthdays
Happy Birthday Helen
A belated happy birthday Helen. I was so keen not to publish her card before she saw it, that I forgot to upload the post. I have tried a new technique - telescoping card for this cute little card. Here it is all closed up, looking quite innocent. Here it is open revealing more layers. … Continue reading Happy Birthday Helen
Monochromatic Happiness Shared
Another challenge from Splitcoaststampers, this time it is a CAS (Clean and Simple) sketch challenge. As I love the monochromatic look, I followed the sketch using Concord Crush cardstock and ink. What do you think? Enjoy
No Stamping Allowed
No stamping allowed! This is the technique lover's challenge on Splitcoaststampers this week. Take a look at what I created. It was so tempting to pick up a sponge to highlight the frame around the rub on sentiment. In the end, I followed the challenge and am very happy with the result. Recipe: Cardstock: Marina … Continue reading No Stamping Allowed
Just Believe Sketch Challenge
Today I have used a Splitcoaststampers Sketch Challenge (SC352) to give me some inspiration for a friend's birthday. She just loves pink, so I thought the combination of Pretty in Pink and Soft Suede would be very appropriate. I usually decorate the inside of my cards as well, but always forget to photograph them before … Continue reading Just Believe Sketch Challenge
Floating Reinkers and Gingham
Two new techniques [well, for me] are showcased in my card today - floating reinkers and gingham. Floating reinkers is a great technique. Take a sheet of shimmery white cardstock and stamp an outline image [segmented images work best] with Versamark. Clear or black emboss the image. Spray the image with water until it pools … Continue reading Floating Reinkers and Gingham
Lavender Thoughts 