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Life is Beautiful Halloween card; masking & bats galore!


Fall is in the air around here in North Dakota.  Each week it's getting cooler, the leaves are changing and it's getting dark so early! That means Halloween is coming soon!

I was creating squares for a Halloween framed sampler for a Team swap (see this post) and had an extra one. So I decided to create a card with it.   

To make the square I first stamped the tree image from Life is Beautiful onto a 2 3/4" piece of White CS using Smoky Slate ink.  Then I used a 1 1/2" mask over the center and sponged on Pretty Peacock ink.  Next I placed the window/mask over the sponged area and added Cajun Craze ink in the 'hole' to create the moon.   It's layered onto a 2 7/8" piece of Whisper White CS.

Other details:

  • The bats are fussy cut from the Magic in This Night Designer paper.  I did sponge the edges with Black ink. 
  • The greeting is from the Banner Year stamp set and is on a Tasteful Labels die-cut. 
  • The main card is Cajun Craze and the designer paper strip is 2" X 5 1/2" 

I can't wait for you to see the amazing Halloween samplers tomorrow!  

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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!

    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.

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

    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.

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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.

    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:

    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.

    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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  • Get inspired by a sketch with this sweet Splash of Sparkles card


    Each month I give my Flowerbug’s a creative challenge and they can participate if they’d like. This month it was a sketch:

    You can find card sketches like this all over Pinterest or other online sites. I think they’re a wonderful and easy way to create a card. Remember that sketches are a starting point; they don’t have to be exact or even that similar. They’re a great way to be inspired.

    I chose the Splash of Sparkles specialty designer paper for mine. See it here.

    My colors include Bubble Bath, Timid Tiger, Gold & White; all inspired by the beautiful designer paper. Who would have thought to combine these colors together? But the DSP is the magic that makes it work.

    I used a few different products here:

    Here’s a link to my sketches board on Pinterest. I hope you find some to be inspired by!

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