Category: Simply Said

Frosted Forest Decorative Masks / Stencils

Frosted Forest Decorative Masks / Stencils

Today I am showcasing projects using the Frosted Forest Decorative Masks. Whilst they are no longer available I still want to give you some inspiration for using any tree images as well as for masculine cards. The backgrounds were created using Blending Brushes and the wide frames were created with the Gallery Blooms Dies. Changing … Continue reading Frosted Forest Decorative Masks / Stencils

Being creative with ink

Being creative with ink

There are many ways to use ink on your projects. Today I am using the Acrylic Block Background Technique to create some special looks. Cards 1 and 2: Acrylic Block Background - add Balmy Blue, Lemon Lolly and Old Olive inks to an acrylic block using ink pads or markers, spritz with water and 'stamp' … Continue reading Being creative with ink

Thankful Garden with Fun Folds

Thankful Garden with Fun Folds

Today I have a couple of fun fold cards using the Thankful Garden Stamps, Dies and Decorative Masks. To keep a soft look on both cards I only used the Decorative Masks and not the stamps on the large floral images. Card 1: The Decorative Mask images were coloured with Flirty Flamingo, Pretty in Pink … Continue reading Thankful Garden with Fun Folds

Adding colour to Mixed Florals with Pastels

Adding colour to Mixed Florals with Pastels

A friend was asking me how to use pastels so I decided it was about time I dug out my set of Stampin' Pastels and made a few cards. Cards 1 and 2: Stamp the images on Basic White cardstock with Memento Tuxedo Black ink. Stamp the image on Masking Paper and die cut. Place … Continue reading Adding colour to Mixed Florals with Pastels

A selection of masculine themed cards

A selection of masculine themed cards

I recently created a selection of masculine themed cards - some for a special request and the rest for my stash. I have used both current and retired products. You could replicate these designs with any products that you have. Cards 1 and 2: These use the Book Binding Technique. The card bases are Basic … Continue reading A selection of masculine themed cards

Triple Panel Pop Out Cards

Triple Panel Pop Out Cards

Today's fun fold cards were inspired by Laura Stranks from Creative Gems - https://www.youtube.com/@creativegems2297. Thanks so much for the inspiration Laura. Card 1: This uses the beautiful Serene Love Designer Series Paper on a Lost Lagoon card base. The sentiments are from With You in Mind and Itty Bitty Greetings. Card 2: The Floral Delight … Continue reading Triple Panel Pop Out Cards