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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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  • Fine Art Panel cards; Easy Layout for Designer Paper!


    At first I thought this card layout might be too simple for my Stamp with Me Live video this week. But the cards turned out wonderful and really highlight your designer paper and greeting!  Join me here on Facebook for 6 Live videos each month! 

    These would be great cards to make a bunch of and you'd use up some of your Designer Paper stash too!

    I'll share a few of them for you but be sure to watch the video below for tips and more. 

    I used the Ridiculously Awesome and Butterfly Gala stamp sets; both are retiring. 

    The dies are Stitched So Sweetly , Tasteful Labels & Stitched Nested Labels *on sale now!

    The Butterfly Duet punch is retiring and is now just $7.20!  See it here. 

    Isn't this Fine Art paper lovely?  See it here; it will retire in June. I really like the way the panels create a type of scene with this layout. 

    Here’s the video for you. 

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  • My Top Picks for the BEST Deals!


    I thought I'd share a few of my favorite deals happening right now. Between the Last Chance list and the Clearance Rack there is a lot and it changes daily

    Lists can be hard to read so I’ve got pictures for you! 

    Fabulous Kits & quick cards: 

    Gorgeous Posies card kit with box! $25.60 (was $32)

    Makes 16 cards: 4 each of 4 designs. Complete using the Gorgeous Posies Cling Stamp Set (sold separately) or any other greetings set.

    Tag Buffet Project Kit $18 (was $30)   *You can see the cards I made with these tags below! 

    Makes 30 Christmas tags: 5 each of 6 designs
    * Tag size: 3-1/4" x 4-1/4"
    * Includes 7-5/8" x 5-3/4" x 1-3/4" designer box                                                                                

     

        

    Flowers for Every Season Memories & More cards pack  $4.40 (was $11) *See the pretty cards I made with them below with no stamping!  (Get the cards & envelopes to match here.  They're also on sale for a perfect sale match-up!

    Includes 50 total double-sided cards (2 each of 25 designs) in 3" x 4" (7.6 x 10.2 cm) and 4" x 6" (10.2 x 15.2 cm) sizes; 4 sticker sheets, 2 each of 2 designs. 

     

    Joy of Sharing Card kit $21 (was $35) *perfect for this year's Christmas photo cards!

    Create classic Christmas cards with the all-inclusive Joy of Sharing Card Kit! This kit is perfect for new crafters, busy crafters, or crafters on the go. 

    * Kit includes the 7-piece Joy of Sharing Photopolymer Stamp Set
    * Makes 15 traditional or photo cards and envelopes

           

     

    Embellishments: 

    Adhesive Backed Sequins $3.60 (was $7.50)

    These were a big favorite! You get 260 Adhesive-backed Snowflakes;130 each of 2 colors

    All the Trimming embellishments $4.80 (was $8)  100 pieces: 80 dots, 40 each in Poppy Parade and white; 20 stars in Bumblebee

     

    Paper!

    Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Paper $9 now; was $15

    I cannot believe this is available; they ran out of it twice! 48 double-sided sheets: 4 each of 12 designs; 6" x 6"

    Plaid Tidings 6 X 6" DSP – $6.90; was $11.50

    Gorgeous designs for all seasons!  Everyone loved this paper!

     

     

    Tools!

    Butterfly Duet Punch $7.20 (was $18)

     

    Lace 3D embossing folder $4 (was $10)

    Stitched Nested Labels $28 (was $35) **If you don't have these I highly recommend you get these before they're gone. 

    Stamparatus Bag $11.60 *was $29.  I love this bag!  

    Happy Dies $12 (was $30) 

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  • Hey Girlfriend with a paper strips background!


    Coloring these sweet girls can be intimidating but not with our Blends markers!  Look at her! 

    I will admit that my friend & team member Audrey colored this one.  She shared a bunch of stamped & colored girls with me and I've made a few cards with them.  If you look closely you can see the changes in color hue that gives great dimension. Such as her skirt. See how the outside is darker than the inside?  Same with her cheeks. 

    The Blends markers are fabulous tools!  

    I had a bunch of colored card stock strips laying on my desk and decided to use them for a background.  I cut some into thinner strips to add interest. I did not measure; they vary in widths which adds some interest & fun.

    I adhered them to a 3 1/2" X 4 3/4" piece of card stock. Then I trimmed off the excess and added the entire piece to a piece of 3 5/8" X 4 7/8" piece of Black CS before I added it to the White card base.  

    This stamp set will not be carried over; it will retire in June.  You can see it here. 

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    Current Host code is 3PA3P32V

    Order online here


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    *If your order is over $150 do not use the code; you'll still receive a gift! 

    You can also order them in my Shop here. 

    All online orders will receive a free 14 project PDF tutorial

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