Sunday, December 20, 2015

Christmas Cards 2015



These are a handful of Christmas cards I made this year to send out to friends. Nothing too complicated as I wanted to finish and send out quickly. This year I joined a Christmas card exchange for the first time and it was a lot of fun. I hope to do the same next year but with handmade cards instead of store bought. 

When I started this project, I noticed improvement as each new card was made. I made two of each (one for myself and one to the other person).

I used various papers, cardstock, embossing folders, stamps (both regular and digital), inks, colored pens, paints, and even tried dryer sheets with glitter shown through them. I had fun doing these and can't wait to do more.

 The two cards below are my first creations.

All the cards below are a progression of my design and creativity.






Thursday, October 22, 2015

Halloween Card and Tag 2015

 Halloween card using different stamps, papers and Autumn like colours.
 Halloween tag using one stamp, stencil, papers and glitter.

I sent the tag off to KWernerDesign which she showcased it (as with many other cards and tags) in her video. Krisitina has a different topic every month so her viewers can participate. Viewing the cards and tags from other people gives me inspiration to create more and do different designs.

Check out her YouTube channel and blog.
Mail Call - September 2015 - Halloween Cards from YOU!
My tag is shown at around 15:32

Kristina blog

Monday, September 28, 2015

Using Nature As A Stamping Tool For Your Creative Projects


Using Nature As A Stamping Tool For Your Creative Projects 



During the autumn season, I find many things in nature to use creatively. In this post, I use leaves, pinecones, tree bark, etc. as stamping tools. It’s very easy and fun to do. You will not end up with the same image twice. 

Tools you’ll need:

Nice drawing paper

Brayer

Ink Applicator Sponge/Sponge Dauber/Foam Ink Blending Tool (that’s used in stenciling)

Ink (have many colors) used in stamping (you could use acrylics, but I find ink works better)


Leaves of all kinds

Pinecones, tree bark, etc.

Baby wipes to clean
You can also use autumn themed stamps and stencils to add more dimension to your work.
1.    Gather your leaves and make sure they are clean.
2.    Place your paper in a good position. Ink one leaf with an ink blending tool and place the ink side on the paper, then roll over it with the brayer. Gently lift, repeat. Use many colors related to autumn.
3.    Do the same with pinecones, tree bark etc. as you did with the leaves.
4.    Use baby wipes to clean.