What's Up Wednesday ~ Scenic Coast Card

How are you today? Are you feeling crafty and creative? Feeling like you need a bit of inspiration? Maybe this idea will help you out.

I saw this idea on Pinterest and knew I had to give it a try! The colors are vibrant and pop off the page as it is. With this distressed technique it seems to give it an extra boost of color!

Cutting a slit across the center of the card base front gave me starting place for tearing the hole. I tore a hole large enough for a good size hole leaving a bit of a border on the bottom for a sentiment.

For the black CS I did the same method of cutting a slit then tearing. This hole needs to be a bit smaller so there will be black showing through the card front hole. 

After tearing both layers I rubbed my finger against the hole edges to slightly roll it back a bit more. It's a nice way to distress a bit more.

The Scenic Coast DSP was trimmed down from 6" x 6" to 5-7/8" x 4-1/8". Next glue the black CS to the inside of the card front. Now glue the Scenic Coast DSP to the black on the inside card front. The flip side of the DSP makes a nice finish for the inside of the card. I also used one of the ends trimmed off the DSP to decorate the white CS on the inside.

The sentiment is from the Greetings For All Ephemera pack. It comes with both white and black sentiments! A few gems on the front and I called it done!

Here is another card I did because I just couldn't stop at one! For this one I changed the color of the card base but everything else is the same idea.

I picked the card base color based on color seen in the DSP. The first card base is Hydrangea Hue. The second card base id Flirty Flamingo. The scenes are different but that just makes it more fun! I can't wait to make more of these cards!

Thanks for stopping by! Why not give this distressed technique. try! It really is easy to do and I know you're going to love the results!

Michelle Loncar

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Witchy Whimsy Hat Kit!

Top off Halloween with a project that deserves a spot in your seasonal decor: the Witchy Whimsy Hat Kit! Layer ribbon, gauze, copper accents, and decorative details to create a hat with plenty of Halloween character.

Check out this unboxing video for all the fun just waiting for you!

Click here to order your Witchy whimsy Hat Kit now! I have a feeling it will sell out fast!

Michelle Loncar

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Pretty Poinsettia ~ Color Dare # 715

Are you feeling crafty today? I have a great way to get started on a project. A color Dare Challenge gives you the color palette and you create any paper craft you like! We get you started and you take it from there!

This challenge gives you 3 colors to use and you must use all 3 colors shown in the graphic Make sure your colors are a very close match. Kind of close doesn't count. We also give you some Free colors to use with the challenge colors. See the graphic for that information.

Make any paper craft you like. When you're ready to join our challenge use the direct link below the graphic.

I chose to go with a Christmas Card theme for this challenge. I love making Christmas cards in non-traditional colors! 

I first die cut the flower layers and leaves. Next I used our Impressions Plate and ran the die cuts through again creating more dimension. This was important for my next step: adding Gold Foil. 

When you Hot Foil be sure to save your scraps. This is what I used to add gold to the flower petals and leaves. 

With a bit of glue on my finger I lightly brushed the raised part of petals and leaves. Then I used my foil scraps on top of the glue. Pace the foil shiny side up and when you pull the foil off you get this lovely look!

Here's a close up with the foil on the petals and leaves. I didn't want a lot of foil so I was light with the glue. Of courses you can adjust this to whatever amount of foil you want on your project. This is a GREAT way to use those scraps!

I also embossed some white CS to place under the flower. This is matted with Gold Foil Paper to carry the gold theme throughout the design.

The sentiment is stamped on one of the labels outlined in gold. A few gold die cuts as accents and the card front was done.

The inside was kept simple but still has some fun details. I had one of the gold die cut accents so I added it here. A bit of stamping in the corner brings the colors inside, too.

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I hope you enjoyed this card and the fun tip about using those foil scraps. It's a good feeling to use as much as you can from your supplies!

Now it's your turn to sho us how our colors inspire your creativity. We can't wait to see what you create! Have fun!

Michelle Loncar

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Life in Bloom Card

Every so often I go through my stash to see which sets haven't been inked yet and put it to work! This is one of those sets: Life in Bloom Bundle. 

I chose a more neutral palette to surround the vase of flowers. This makes the soft colors of the flowers pop more. 

I started with die cutting the flowers and vase. The vase was colored by swiping the ink pad across the die cut until I liked the look. This technique really makes the texture stand out with vey little effort.

The flowers were colored with Shimmer Brushes of a sparkly look. It's hard to photo shimmer but you can kind of get the idea looking at the leaves. A Shimmer Brush gives all kinds of pretty looks to your projects. We have shimmer brushes in the 5 In Colors for 2026-2028 and in Clear. 

After the shimmer dried a few minutes I used Tear & Tape along the top of the vase to adhere the two layers securely together. 

The background is die cut from DSP (designer series paper) and the edges rubbed against an ink pad to give definition. Two more die cuts were added of a fun accent along the left. 

Next I used Mini Dimensionals to pop up the vase and flowers. I also used a marker to color a bit of shadow under the vase. This grounds the vase instead of it looking like it's floating in mid air. 

Finally, Rhinestone Basic Jewels were added to the flower centers and a pretty pink bow for the vase. Add any sentiment you like along the bottom.

Now I have a pretty vase of flowers to send someone for any occasion. I know it will make them smile.

Come back often for more ideas and inspiration. Have a crafty day!

Michelle Loncar

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What's Up Wednesday ~ Halloween Treat Cones

Welcome to What's Up Wednesday! My project to share today is how to make treat cones from a 6" x 6" piece of DSP (designer series paper). It's quick and easy and is so fun to give a treat this way. Of course you can use any DSP you like, but it's particularly fun for Halloween!

Our New Spooktacular DSP pack is perfect for this project. In the pack you get 48 sheets 6" x 6" DSP with 4 different patterns. Let's take a look at how to make this fun project!

Start by adding a strip of Tear & Tape to the side of a sheet. Roll the sheet to adhere and make a tube. I used my Bone Folder to smooth the seam down. 

HINT: An easy way to remove the protective backing on Tear & Tape or Dimensionals is to use the pointy end of the Take Your Pick Tool. 

Once you have your tube you need to decide which way you want the top and bottom to fold together. I decided the bottom would go together "sideways" or facing the side.

Place Tear Tape on the inside of the tube and pinch together. Using the Bone Folder I rubbed over the end to make sure it was sealed well. Don't want any of the treats falling out!

This is what the bottom should now look like. 

For the top you're going to pinch the sides together going the opposite way of the bottom. For my cone I'm pinching it flat to the front. Place a strip of the Tear Tape on the inside but 

DO NOT remove the protective paper until AFTER you put in your treats! Once the treats have been added tape it closed and you have a super fun Treat Cone! 

I hope you give this a try......for any occasion! You can use it for gift cards or small gifts, too!

Have fun!

Michelle Loncar

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Lovely Blossoms Card ~ Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge 693

Hello and welcome to a new sketch from our Design Team t Atlantic Hearts. This week Team A is showing ideas using our sketch.

When using our sketch you can do whatever you like with it. We just need to be able to see the sketch in your project. Flip, flop, turn, shapes can be altered, card size changed....do what you like.

Our sketch goes live on Monday's and our blog opens for entries on Wednesday's. When you're ready to join our challenge use the link below the graphic. Most of all.....have fun!

For this project I stayed pretty true to the sketch. I haven't made a square card in a while and thought....why not? So here you go, a square card!

My overall card base is 5-1/2" square. This gives a nice amount of the DSP to show itself off and allow room for a nice sized focal layer. 

Colors are Petal Pink and Secret Sea with white. the scallop layer is part of the Everyday Border Accents and unfortunately has already sold out! I hope you were able to get a pack while they were available. On this card I left it white but you can add color to make it go with any theme.

The focal layer is popped up with Dimensionals and a few gems make a nice accent. 

 

Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge

I hope you enjoyed my project. Leaving a comment makes my day! Then why not give our sketch a try. It's fun to have a sketch get you started on your project and we love seeing how you use our sketch.

Michelle Loncar

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Color Dare Surprise

This week our team at Color Dare is surprising you with something different! This week YOU are picking 3 color to create with.....specifically your 3 favorite colors. We still have some Free color you can use with your favorite colors. See the graphic for more info. 

This is what I created using my 3 favorite colors. I LOVE the color Teal. My colors are Pretty Peacock, Lost Lagoon and Summer Splash. 

I  wanted to do some hot foil on the card so I got out my new Flourish & Frames set and the Luxe Alphabet & Numbers set. You can create all kinds of pretty looks with this set. I kept it to just these two sets and with my 3 favorite colors it has a somewhat masculine look. Just change out the colors and you could create a great feminine look, too. I love versatility!

I love how the eEveryday Happiness DSP checked pattern looks in the background. It adds texture without overpowering the focal image. 

The small layer is popped up for some dimension. I used clear Rhinestone Jewels and colored them with the Summer Splash marker. 

On the inside I used another piece of the DSP and stamped on white CS with the Exciting Times stamp set. 

What are YOUR 3 favorite colors? It's going to be exciting to see everyone's choices! Have fun creating any paper craft you like! 

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

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