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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.  

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.  

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. 


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. 

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


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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  • Pretty Center pop-out fun fold card with free project sheet & video tutorial


    I'm so excited to share this super neat fun fold card with you today!  It's called a Center Pop-out fun fold.  I found this neat fold from my friend Terri Gaines. 

    I chose to feature the Thankful Garden bundle seen here and the Lovely Garden Designer paper seen here. 

    I love these stencils!  They are so easy to work with. Watch the video below for a special tip on lining them up.

    This card looks like it might be hard to assemble but with the center 'brace' that helps the center panel pop out it's quite simple.  It will really help you understand how to make it if you watch the video tutorial below. 

    My colors include Melon Mambo with Blueberry Bushel. Here's how the card looks with the inside brace added before I adhered the center panel: 

    I made the yellow/green version on the video to show a different color combo.  

    I colored the flowers by using the stencils included in the bundle. So easy and makes you look like a true artist with the high and low lights added with blending brushes.  

    Here's the free project sheet with measurements & step by step directions.  Click on the following link to download or print it.  Download Thankful Garden Center pop up card 

    Which one do you prefer?  

    Below is the video tutorial for this card and another unique fun fold using the Lovely Garden designer series paper.  

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  • Delicate Wings card kit to go; limited quantity left


    I loved the Delicate Wings Paper Pumpkin kit so much I bought a bunch of refill packages.  I transformed the kit from 9 cards to 12 and have some available in my store.  They're so pretty!  

    If you love butterflies and glitz you'll enjoy making these pretty cards.  It includes the following:

    • pre-cut or punched layers for all 12 cards
    • a share of Iridescent Foil gems
    • a share of Pretty Peacock & Gold metallic ribbon
    • the PDF tutorial with directions, measurements, photos & a supplies list

    The tutorial will be emailed to you immediately after payment.  Please check your spam folder.  The kit will be mailed out within a few days. 

    You will need greeting stamps, adhesives and a paper trimmer. 

    You can see this pre-cut kit to go here.  It's $29 plus shipping.  If you're already signed up to receive a kit this month message me and you can pay without additional shipping costs.  

    I have many other kits available right now; grab two or more and save on shipping!  www.flowerbugshop.com 

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  • Delicate Wishes fancy fold with measurements!


    Jacki made this extra special fun fold for our February Team swap (the theme was circles). 

    Isn't is gorgeous!  She used the Delicate Wishes bundle seen here. Her colors include Daffodil Delight, Lemon Lolly, Shy Shamrock & Early Espresso with White.

    Products used:

    • Delicate Wishes bundle seen here
    • Bough punch (low inventory)
    • Bloom Impressions DSP (Sale-a-Bration)
    • Soft Waves 3D embossing folder seen here
    • Stylish Shapes dies seen here

    The main panel is cut at an angle and fold out.  So cool!!

    Measurements:

    • Crushed Curry card base 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"
    • White back layer 4" X 5 1/4", angled layer 12" long – 2" tall at the left end and 4" tall at the right, score at 4" & 8" 
    • Circle die-cuts are 2 1/8", 2 1/2" (center), inside is 2 1/2" & 3" layered

     

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