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In the Country with the Spotlighting Technique & video; a great alternative to coloring

On last week's FB Live I played with the In the Country stamp set seen here showing a variety of ways to color (or not) these scenic images. 

Today I'm showing the cards featuring the 'Spotlighting' technique.  This is a great alternative to coloring the entire image.  

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I used the Fabulous Frames dies for the oval die-cut. See them here.  I also used the Sending Support stamp set seen here.  Both this and the In the Country stamp set are free with any $50 Stampin' Up! purchase through February.  

I stamped the image first in Black ink and then die-cut the oval layers.  I used the Wink of Stella and Classic ink to color.  I love using Wink to color because the images end up sparkly.  

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If you don't have a Wink of Stella yet; I highly recommend them.  They're a subtle way of adding shimmer or sparkle to your projects.  And as you can see, you can use it for coloring too! I show how in the video below. 

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Tip: when the fluid in the Wink of Stella runs out, add a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol inside the barrel.  You'll get quite a bit more use of it.

All of the layers are adhered down but the colored oval and greeting; they're popped up with Stampin' Dimensionals.  

I added a piece of Fancy Florals DSP to the card base.  I cut a piece at 4" X 5 1/4" and then cut it in half for two cards. Other measurements are shown below. 

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I love the effect this Spotlighting technique gives.  It's fun and unique and saves time too! 


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I'll share more In the Country cards this week.  Click on this link or below to watch the video tutorial. *Be sure to subscribe to my new YouTube channel.  

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  • Check out these Team Swaps!

    The swap theme for my Flowerbug’s in March was to use our favorite Online Exclusive product. I’ll be sharing them today and Wednesday this week.

    First is a pretty card made by Jacki featuring the Sunflower 3D embossing folder seen here. It’s currently in low inventory; they sure have trouble keeping these in stock!

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    She used White with Crumb Cake for a super clean look. The die-cut shape on the textured Sunflower layer is from the Branching Out dies seen here. One of my absolute favorite sets of dies I consider a ‘must have!’

    I also love how she added the wrap of Linen Thread around the greeting layer; simple but so effective!

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    Her sister Jonna made this next card. Did they decide to both use the Sunflower 3D folder?!

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    Her card is all Vanilla. Another clean & simple card; both are so elegant! I find when you use mostly one neutral color the card feels quite sophisticated. The greetings on both cards are from the recently retired Branching Out stamp set.

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    Next is a pretty card from Kim.

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    She used the pretty Floral Charm designer paper here with Early Espresso, Bubble Bath & Pecan Pie card stock. This pretty DSP will be on the retiring list in the next week or so. The beautiful leaf die-cut is from the Nature’s Symphony dies seen here. They are out of stock currently but they’ll be back! The greeting punch is our Heartfelt Hexagon punch seen here. I love this punch!

    Tomorrow I’ll share lots more of the fabulous swap cards made by my Team.

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  • Springtime Scenes card with video & free project sheet

    I shared this card last week with a video and a free project sheet. Think of using any designer paper you own. It’s a great layout!

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    I chose the Easter Joy Specialty paper inspired me with the color theme. Shy Shamrock with Balmy Blue & White. Unusual but it sure works!

    It’s a simple ‘fold back’ fun fold where you add one extra score line at 2 3/4″ to this 11″ X 4 1/4″ card base. Of course it’s scored in half at 5 1/2″ as well. I cut the Balmy Blue layer to perfectly layer onto the inside White. It gives the illusion of multiple layers.

    That pretty die-cut leaf is from the Pleasant Patterns specialty paper seen here. For my stamps & the leaf die I used the Springtime Scenes bundle seen here. I love this set with the neat dies and stamps.

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    Here’s the free project sheet for this card. Click here to print or download it.

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    If you’d like to see how to assemble this card please watch the video below. And don’t forget to follow me on my YouTube Channel here.

    March Specials!

    March Product of the Month is the Notes of Spring stamp set!

    It’s just $5 with a $75 purchase.

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    Get my March PDF free with any Online purchase!

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    NEW Online Exclusives are here!

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    Get the retiring In Colors while you can; they’re already going fast!

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  • New Home Decor kits are available!

    This month the newest kits feature home decor items! They’re something different that might appeal to those who aren’t into card making.

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    The Standing Easels seen here are made to showcase creations from the coordinating Radiant Reminders and Every Little Thing Kits (sold separately). These are also great for your handmade cards, photos, stamped art, and favorite quotes.

    Details:

    3 easel clipboards: 1 small and 2 large

    • Small clipboard: 4-3/4″ x 6-3/4″
    • Large clipboard: 6″ x 8″

    Here are the other two kits that coordinate with the easels:

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    Create three DIY displays with the Radiant Reminders Kit seen here. Featuring monstera leaves, luna moths, and neutral patterns in beige, black, brown, green, and gold, these handmade home decor pieces let your creativity shine while adding natural, organic style to any room. It makes 3 displays.

    Kit includes one of each item listed below.

    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Precut paper images
    • Printed labels
    • Includes gold foil
    • Adhesive

    The last new home decor kit released this month is called The Every Little Thing kit and can be seen here.

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    Create three DIY floral and nature-inspired paper artworks with the Every Little Thing Kit. Featuring magnolias, tulips, mountains, and a bird, each piece includes uplifting sentiment stamps to brighten your home. It makes 3 pieces of layered artwork.

    Kit includes one of each item listed below.

    • Every Little Thing Stamp Set
    • Clear stamp block
    • Secret Sea Classic Stampin’ Spot
    • Step-by-step instructions
    • Precut paper pieces
    • Adhesive

    Here’s the stamp set included:

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