Annette Sullivan: Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator, Australia – Providing inspiration for handmade greeting cards
Category: Techniques
It's time for another Splitcoaststampers Sketch Challenge. The link will take you to all the great creations for this challenge. Here is the sketch: I have combined a number of stamp sets to create a collage style look. Tips: Use the Layered Leaves Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder to emboss the front of the Blackberry Bliss … Continue reading Very Vintage Collage for the Sketch Challenge
In a recent technique class, we used shaving cream to create unique backgrounds. Here is another of the cards we made. Tips: The technique: Add a layer of shaving cream to a paper plate or other flat surface. The layer only needs to be about 1-2cm thick. Make the layer wide enough so that a … Continue reading Split Panel Shaving Cream Background with Rooted in Nature
Today I am taking part in the Artful Stampers Annual Catalogue Blog Hop. I have used the Bouquet Blooms Bundle which includes the Gatefold Blossoms Framelits. Tips: The gatefold die uses a piece of cardstock 9" x 5" (23cm x 12.5cm) and creates a closed card 5" x 3½" (12.5cm x 9cm). Using this size, you … Continue reading Gatefold Cards with Bouquet Blooms
Today I have used some new Designer Series Paper to create a quick and easy birthday card for a child, and I have a free PDF to go with it. Tips: Stamp Set: None Cardstock: Thick Whisper White, Whisper White, Animal Expedition Designer Series Paper Ink: Crumb Cake Accessories: Happy Birthday Thinlits, Blender Pen, 1-3/8" … Continue reading Animal Expedition Birthday Kangaroo plus a FREE PDF
Today's sample of the Rubber Band Technique is a monochromatic blue - using the new colours Balmy Blue and Blueberry Bushel. Ok, not quite monochromatic, as I added some Old Olive for the stems of the flowers. Tips: Wrap some rubber bands of different sizes around and acrylic block and stamp on cardstock. For an … Continue reading Monochromatic Rubber Band Technique with Love What You Do
In a recent technique class, we used shaving cream to create unique backgrounds. Today I have one of the cards. Tips: The technique: Add a layer of shaving cream to a paper plate or other flat surface. The layer only needs to be about 1-2cm thick. Make the layer wide enough so that a piece … Continue reading Clean and Simple Card with a Shaving Cream Background
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