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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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  • Treasures of Life Easel Calendar card


    Look at this stunning card Annette made for our latest Team swap. 

    She used Petal Pink & Gray Granite card stock. I believe she used Black Memento ink for the stamped images.  The pretty image is colored in with Blends markers; so pretty!  

    Check out the Treasures of Life stamp set here. 

    Other additions are Pink Petal Organdy ribbon and Elegant Faceted gems. 

    I made a video on creating these calendars; see it here. 

    More swaps tomorrow!

    January Specials:

    There are 6 days left of my BOGO Sale!  Buy 1 get 1 free!

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    During Sale-a-Bration you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE with purchase of the Starter Kit! 


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    All online orders receive my new 12 X 12" One Sheet Wonder Tutorial!

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

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    Get a package of 200 Pastel Pearls from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above.

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

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  • A fun fold card with the Hearts & Kisses bundle


    The Hearts & Kisses is another fabulous 'distinktive' stamp set Stampin' Up! has created. Click here to see it. 


    Look at this amazing stamped image!  And it comes with a coordinating punch!  

    Marilyn made this cute fun fold card for our last Flowerbug's Team swap.  

    Details:

    • She used the new Stitched with Whimsy dies seen here on the large Black layer. 
    • The white die-cut is from the Tasteful Labels dies
    • See those cute Red hearts?  They're called Resin Hearts and they're little bitty adhesive-backed gems you'll love!  See them here. 
    • She squared off the Essential Tag punch by punching it twice! 

    Measurements:

    • Black card base 4 1/4" X 5 1/2"
    • Real Red 3 1/4" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
    • DSP 3" square
    • Blushing Bride strip 3/4" X 4 1/4" 

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    January Specials

    There are 6 days left of my BOGO Sale!  Buy 1 get 1 free!

    Go here to see it all. 


    During Sale-a-Bration you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE with purchase of the Starter Kit! 


    Go here to read about it

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    Current Host code is RHSK6A2F

    Order online here

    All online orders receive my new 12 X 12" One Sheet Wonder Tutorial!

    Plus get a package of 200 Pastel Pearls from me with

    an online order over $50 using the host code above.

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

    Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

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  • Berries galore with the Berry Blessings & Sweet Strawberry fun fold cards!


    This week I'm sharing a bunch or swaps from the latest Flowerbugs Team swaps.  I love swapping with my Team!  They are so talented and creative!  

    Look at these adorable fun fold cards with the Berries bundles.  The dies are the Stitched So Sweetly dies. 

    Karen created this fun fold card using the Sweet Strawberry bundle (seen here) which includes a stamp set and a strawberry punch plus the Berry Delightful Sale-a-Bration designer paper.  This special paper is part of a bundle that's free with a $100 order (more on this below).  It has raspberries, blueberries and strawberries plus picnic themed designs that remind you of aprons or tablecloths! 

    Measurements:

    • Poppy Parade card base 4 1/4" X 5 1/2", 2 3/4" X 8 1/2" scored at 4 1/4"
    • White inside 4" X 5 1/4"
    • Granny Apple Green 4 1/2" X 3 1/4"
    • Designer paper 4 1/8" X 2 5/8" top scalloped die-cut, 2 1/2" X 4" vertical piece

    You get both the Berry Blessings stamp set and the Berry Delightful designer paper FREE with a $100 order! 


    Candace made the sweet card below using the Berry Blessings bundle seen here.   

    She used the raspberry paper along with the same green plaid Karen did above.  This card is a tri-fold design; measurements are below.  She also used the Stitched So Sweetly dies like above. 

    Measurements:

    • Blackberry bliss 4 1/4" X 10 3/4" scored at 3" & 7"
    • Berry Delightful DSP – front is 2 3/4" X 4", second layer is 3 1/2" X 4" 
    • White inside 3 3/4" X 4" 

    Do you love to swap?  You can join my Team below and swap with us too!  

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    January Specials

    Choose the Starter Kit for $99; pick out $125 in product of your choice!

    During Sale-a-Bration you get 5 packs of NEW 6" Designer Paper FREE! 


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    Current Host code is RHSK6A2F

    Order online here

    Get a package of 200 Pastel Pearls from me with an online order over $50 using the host code above.

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

    Below are the Multipurpose Glue stands we're making. They're $6 each and available in my Shop here.  

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