Welcome Pup

 

SC1138 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For this card, I pulled out a bold black and white striped paper and layered it on black cardstock, then added everything to a yellow card base for a bright, cheerful foundation. Next, I chose a couple of scrap designer papers, layered each on black cardstock, and arranged them over the striped background so the patterns worked together without overwhelming the layout.

For the focal point, I used this great Hunkydory dog image and added several die cut circle layers, pulling colors from the scrap papers so the whole design felt cohesive. The dog image is popped up on dimensionals, and the welcome sentiment is tucked just beneath him for a friendly finishing touch.

This will be another of my pet donation cards.

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Welcome Pup

Birthday Pumpkins

 

CAS922 - Pumpkins

For this card, I pulled out this great Penny Black image and stamped it on watercolor paper, then used my Zig Clean Color brushes to paint the scene. The soft blends from the markers work beautifully on watercolor paper and give the image a gentle, hand‑painted feel.

To keep the design clean and simple, I added a small birthday sentiment in the upper corner on a die cut banner, popped up on dimensionals for a bit of lift. A few scattered gems finish the card with just the right touch of sparkle.

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Birthday Pumpkins

Nice Nurse

 

FS1029 - this week's featured stamper Joan Tallent. I found this INSPIRATION.

When I saw Joan's card, I immediately thought of this fun nurse image from Art Impressions. The image was just too perfect to pass up for a get well card, especially paired with the humorous sentiment, "The nice nurse is on vacation...get well soon." Sometimes a little laughter is exactly what is needed to brighten someone's day when they are not feeling their best.

I started by stamping the image and coloring it with Copics. Once the coloring was complete, I stamped the coordinating sentiment that comes with the set and trimmed down both the image and sentiment panels. The cheerful colors and playful design really help bring the image to life and make it the star of the card.

To help the focal elements stand out, I layered the image and sentiment onto black cardstock. The dark matting adds definition and creates a nice contrast against the brighter colors in the image. After that, I dug through my stash of designer paper that I am determined to use up and found a pattern that worked beautifully with the color palette. It is always rewarding when a forgotten piece of patterned paper ends up being just right for a project.

The designer paper was layered onto black cardstock and then adhered to a white card base. The layered design keeps the focus on the image while adding interest and texture to the overall card. I finished the card with a few gems for a touch of sparkle and shine.

This card was such a fun one to create. The combination of the whimsical image and lighthearted sentiment makes it a cheerful way to send get well wishes and hopefully bring a smile to someone who could use a little extra encouragement.

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Nice Nurse

Angel Birthday

IC1090 - Smile Mercantile craft Co - INSPIRATION

For this card, the gorgeous angel inspiration immediately brought to mind this sweet Connie Fong angel image that my friend Jan (Precious Kitty) gifted to me. I stamped the image, colored her with copics, and then used the coordinating die to cut her out, which gives her such a clean and polished look.

Next, I pulled out more of the designer paper I am working to use up this year and added a silver glitter layer behind each piece to bring a soft shimmer to the layout. I layered everything on a brown card base, which warms the design and helps the glitter accents stand out beautifully.

To finish the card, I added dimensionals behind the angel and the birthday sentiment, giving both elements a gentle lift that completes the sweet, airy feel of the card.

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Angel Birthday

You Rule

WT1128 - Use Two Different Embossing Folders

For this card, I pulled out two embossing folders to build a fun school themed background. The base folder has a math design, and the second is a ruler pattern. I embossed both on white cardstock, but for the ruler folder I added yellow ink directly to the inside before running it through, which gave the cardstock a great ruler look. After embossing, I lightly brushed black ink over the raised portions to bring out the details.

Next, I layered both embossed panels on black cardstock and placed them on a yellow card base to keep the theme bright and cheerful.

The You Rule sentiment from Art Impressions is layered on black cardstock and popped up on dimensionals, giving the card a crisp focal point that ties everything together.

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You Rule

Thank You So Much Pup

 

SC1137 - this week's sketch on splitcoaststampers.com

For today's card, I pulled out this absolutely sweet Hunkydory dog image and immediately knew it needed to be the star of the design. I trimmed the image with a circle die and then created a larger black mat to help frame and showcase all of the adorable details.

To build the background, I reached for one of my favorite paw print patterned papers and paired it with a beautiful piece of handmade paper along the left side of the card. The combination of the playful paw prints and the wonderful texture of the handmade paper adds both interest and charm while keeping the focus on the lovable pup.

The dog image was popped up with dimensionals for added depth and dimension. I then added a burlap banner, which brings a rustic touch to the design, and finished it with a thank you sentiment layered on top and also raised with dimensionals. The extra dimension helps draw the eye right to the sentiment and gives the card a fun, interactive feel.

To complete the card, the finished panel was layered onto black cardstock and then attached to a crisp white card base. The mix of textures, patterns, and dimension came together beautifully, creating a heartfelt thank you card that any dog lover would be delighted to receive.

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Thank You So Much Pup

Open...If You Dare...

 

CAS921 - Halloween

For this card, I began with a white cardstock panel and added a spiderweb embossing to give the background a wonderfully spooky texture. I trimmed the embossed piece down and layered it on grey cardstock, then placed everything on a black card base to deepen the Halloween feel.

For the coffin, I used a great die set from Makers Movement, cutting the shape twice from black cardstock and adding a hinge at the top so it opens like a real coffin. I die cut the gray designer paper for the front and added a few bats, layering them to create extra texture and interest.

Here is the inside of the coffin:

Inside the coffin, I added the die cut skeleton with the bright red heart, giving the interactive element a fun and slightly mischievous twist. On the inside of the lid, I heat embossed the, "I just need a quick nap." sentiment in white, which stands out beautifully against the black cardstock and adds a playful finishing touch to the spooky surprise.

To finish the card, I stamped the Open. If you dare. sentiment, popped it up on dimensionals, and added a few black gems for a final touch of eerie sparkle.

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Open...If You Dare