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May 24, 2019
How to Make Monochromatic Cards Interesting
Monochromatic, or one-color, cards don’t have to be dull or boring. In fact, with some simple touches they can be quite interesting. The first key is to use two or three shades of the same color, to bring in some variety. Then add a few elements to create design interest.
Today’s card has a monochromatic palette made with two shades of purple: the lighter shade is Highland Heather, and the darker is Gorgeous Grape. Now, this card is beautiful simply because I used the Country Floral embossing folder, but it will still be pretty with a different background!
Posted in Creativity | By Paula Cannon
May 3, 2019
A Butterfly Trio Card Design
The Butterfly Gala stamp set and Butterfly Duet punch will carry over into the new 2019-2020 catalog. Hooray! It’s always good to have some butterfly stamps in your collection because they are good for any number of occasions.
One of the sheets in the Needlepoint Nook designer series paper is covered with embroidered butterflies, so I thought it would be fun to pair that paper with a butterfly stamp. To keep it from being too busy, I used a simple trio pattern card design.
Posted in Creativity | By Paula Cannon
April 19, 2019
A Fable Friends Bunny Birthday Card
This sweet bunny from Fable Friends is perfect for Easter projects. Really, he’s just adorable. But he’s not just for Easter. I think this card would be perfect for a birthday.
Posted in Creativity | By Paula Cannon
March 17, 2017
A New Color Combo for You to Try
Are you ready to try a new color combo? My guess is that you have a few go-to colors when you start a new stamping project. I know I do. But I also like to look for new color combinations and give them a try. One source I use, along with half of the population, is Pinterest. That’s where I saw this color combo of Calypso Coral, So Saffron and Mint Macaron. Since I like all three colors, it was game on!
The Cake Crazy stamp set seemed like a good place to start since it’s a fun set for multiple colors. Here’s the finished card:
Posted in Creativity, Specials | By Paula Cannon
January 23, 2017
Be Mine with Bloomin’ Hearts
The Bloomin’ Love stamp set and Bloomin’ Heart Thinlets make such beautiful cards. I’ve seen cards ranging from very clean and simple, to very layered and complex. There are a few steps for my card, but I think it’s still fairly easy to make.
Posted in Creativity | By Paula Cannon