Category: Techniques

Inside Shadow Box with Very Vintage

Inside Shadow Box with Very Vintage

I have an Inside Shadow Box fancy fold card for my project today. The last time I made one of these about 6 years ago, it was known as a mini aperture box card (see the post here). The design I have used is a little different, but the general look is the same. Thanks to Jennifer … Continue reading Inside Shadow Box with Very Vintage

Healing Hugs and more for the Sketch Challenge

Healing Hugs and more for the Sketch Challenge

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 combined lots of new products for this challenge: Healing Hugs, Bokeh Dots and Very Vintage Stamp sets, Tufted Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (which I LOVE), Share What You Love Artisan … Continue reading Healing Hugs and more for the Sketch Challenge

Perennial Birthday with a Rubber Band Technique Background

Perennial Birthday with a Rubber Band Technique Background

Here is another sample I made using the Rubber Band Technique. Tips: Wrap some rubber bands of different sizes around and acrylic block and stamp on cardstock. For an even bigger WOW, sponge the area with a light coloured ink to match.  Supplies: Stamp Set: Perennial Birthday Cardstock: Soft Sea Foam, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, … Continue reading Perennial Birthday with a Rubber Band Technique Background

Painted Glass for the Sketch Challenge

Painted Glass for the Sketch Challenge

It's time for another Splitcoaststampers Sketch Challenge. This is the 700th sketch challenge! Such great inspiration for the papercrafting world. The link will take you to all the great creations for this challenge. Here is the sketch (which was also the very first sketch in this challenge): I thought it was perfect for using the new … Continue reading Painted Glass for the Sketch Challenge

More Rubber Band Technique with Falling Flowers

More Rubber Band Technique with Falling Flowers

Here is another sample I made using the Rubber Band Technique. Tips: Wrap some rubber bands of different sizes around and acrylic block and stamp on cardstock. For an even bigger WOW, sponge the area with a light coloured ink to match.  Supplies: Stamp Sets: Falling Flowers, Itty Bitty Greetings Cardstock: Thick Very Vanilla, Very … Continue reading More Rubber Band Technique with Falling Flowers

Rubber Band Background Technique with VIDEO

Rubber Band Background Technique with VIDEO

At a recent technique class, I showed participants how to use rubber bands and an acrylic block to create cool backgrounds. I will have more samples over the next few weeks. Keep reading, I also have a video which shows the simplicity of the technique. Tips: Wrap some rubber bands of different sizes around and … Continue reading Rubber Band Background Technique with VIDEO