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Inked & Tiled with a gorgeous background with video & blending tips!

Today I'm sharing one of my favorite cards I've made this month. These colors are so me!  I needed to make 28 of these for the Norway cruise with Stampin' Up! We have to option of joining a card swap and I always try to do something unique for this special swap. 

I chose the new Copper Clay with Black and Coastal Cabana. Aren't they beautiful together? 

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This card features the new Inked & Tiled stamp set seen here. It actually comes in a bundle with two punches. But I didn't use those here.  

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After I stamped the flowers in Black ink I used Blending Brushes to add both Coastal Cabana and Copper Clay ink.  We have both regular and small Blending Brushes now.  For a background like this I recommend the larger set of brushes. See them here.

Tip: when wanting a smooth blend, I recommend adding ink to your brush and start off of your paper. Slowly work your way on with a soft, gentle swirling motion. Adding pressure can give you blotches or other marks.  It's also helpful to have a fully inked pad.  *Remember that is helps to add ink a little at a time. It can be a slow process! 

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Isn't that texture gorgeous with the blended background?!  

When I was creating this card I made the card on the right first.  If you look closely the stamped panel does not have any texture on it.  Adding the Exposed Brick embossing created the perfect finish!  

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In the video I share two other beautiful cards made with the Inked & Tiled stamp set.  

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You can watch me make this card on the video here. Or click on the photo below to watch. 

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  • Gift card pop-up card; a fun fold that’s easy! Featuring Pretty Prints, Art Gallery & Radiating Stitches dies

    I shared two neat fun fold cards in this week's Live video.  Pretty Prints DSP seen here was featured in both. 

    PRETTY PRINTS 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER Save

    This designer paper is an easy favorite; the soft, botanical prints and 4 rich colors are gorgeous!

    Here's the card I shared; it's a pop up gift card holder:

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    The front greeting is from the Art Gallery dies seen here.  They're discounted now; they were $34 and are now just $13.60. These words are cut from Evening Evergreen card stock and adhered to a white die-cut from the Radiating Stitches dies.  These are on the Online Exclusives products but are currently unavailable. They will be back in May. 

    My colors include Evening Evergreen (so sad it's retiring!) and Soft Sea Foam.  

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    Measurements:

    • Card Base 4 ¼” X 11” score at 2 ¼” & 7 ¾”
    • White front is 2 5/8” X 4”, inside gift card pop up is 3 ½” X 7” score at ½” & 5”
    • Designer Paper – upper is 4" X 3", lower is 4" X 2"

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    I used the wonderful Kind & Sincere stamp set for this card; it's discounted to $15.60 and on the Last Chance list. I love the mixed font and how many phrases you can make with the greeting images. See it here. 

    KIND & SINCERE CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH) Save

    This next photo shows you how the gift card layer works.  The 1/2" flap is adhered to the upper front of the card.  The lower fold is tucked in the lower fold of the card base.  The ribbon around it secures it closed; there isn't any adhesive used on the lower flap. 

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    Click here or below to watch this week's Live video. 

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  • Love these Enjoy the Adventure quick cards in a kit to go; no stamping needed!

    I LOVE these cards made with the Enjoy the Adventure Memories & More cards & envelopes. The Black & White theme with pops of color is right up my alley!  They're 4" X 6" in size and include multiple occasions so they're super versatile.  

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    There is no stamping needed for these ten colorful cards; the sentiments are from the cards in the kit. It's so fun to use the Memories & More card packs to create with; they're quick and quite easy. 

    Besides the Memories & More cards and cards & envelopes pack you'll receive a share of basic rhinestones and black & white gingham ribbon.  You will need a paper trimmer, scissors and adhesives to complete the cards.

    Click here to get the card kit with $20 in products; it's $28 plus shipping.  The PDF tutorial is sent to you via email immediately after purchase. 

    Click here to the the PDF tutorial only. This tutorial show you how to turn the Memories & More cards into beautiful, layered cards. It's $15 and is also sent to you via email after purchase.  

    Here's a sample of the 10 cards you'll make: 

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    The mesh looking two-tone card base is one of the card bases in the kit.  You'll receive 5 blue/green cards and 5 pink/orange card bases.

    If you're interested in getting a pre-cut kit to go each month, Email me here for that option.  

    I have two more new card kits and/or tutorials available this month. Save $$ on shipping by getting more than one! 

    See all of my tutorial & kit to go options here.

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  • Paper Scraps & Window dies; a perfect match up for incredible card ideas!

    I hope you had a wonderful Easter weekend.  We spent it with most of my kids – played games, made meals and watched a few shows.  It was nice & relaxing.

    Here's another card I made with leftover scraps of card stock.  I shared this technique on my weekly Live video. See it here for tips.  

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    It features lots of retiring product too; I checked yesterday and they're all still available!  

    I shared two versions; the blues/greens and the rainbow. Which do you prefer?  

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    On this colorful version I used mostly retiring colors of Bermuda Bay, Mango Melody, Polished Pink as well as Coastal Cabana and the returning Berry Burst.  

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    Here are all three of my window cards made with leftover cardstock strips.  I love using up my stash of scraps!  

    The card on the lower left features the retiring Picture This dies seen here; they're on sale too! 

    Diorama paper scraps! Save

    Here's the video I shared how to make the window card with the Picture This dies.  Plus two other cool projects using up card stock strips! Click on the photo below.  Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel!  

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