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

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net

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Black Out Card ~ Color Dare #711

 Welcome to a new color challenge from our Design Team at Color My Heart Color Dare. Each Friday we give you a new palette of colors to inspire you. Use them to create any paper craft you like. 

For this color challenge you must use at least 3 of the colors shown in our graphic below. We also give you some Free colors to use with the challenge colors if you like. Do Not add any colors beyond that. 

I was recently reminded about the Blackout Technique and thought this colors palette would be great for this technique. It's very easy to do and creates a stunning look! Let me tell you about it.

First you need an embossing folder with a design you can color in. This Lazy Daisy EF is a great example. After embossing your card stock, turn it to the side that is de-bossed (where the design goes in). Color these indentations of the design with Stampin' Blend markers. Bright colors work the best. You don't have to be careful, just get that colors on the design.

After you're finished coloring you take a black ink pad and swipe it across the card stock you just colored. The black ink colors the background and can add a bit of detail to the design. Keep swiping the black ink until the surface is covered. Sometimes I even rub the pad in a circle to get good coverage. Look at how the colors pop! 

Just for fun I added a die cut border. Splatters were added by flicking the brush tip of the marker against the inside of the cap. A cute sentiment layer is popped up and finishes the design. Because of the embossing folder design, I decided there was plenty going on and did not add any gems this time. It's a rare thing but sometimes it happens! Haha. 

I also added the embedding to the envelope flap and some splatters all over the envelope. By the way, I used our Basic White Note Cards and Envelopes for this project. The cards are 

3-1/2" x 5" and perfect for a little note. I left the inside blank for now. When I use the card I'll add a custom message.

Direct link to Color Dare #711

Now it's your turn to create with our color challenge. We can't wait to see how you're inspired by these colors! Have fun creating!

Michelle Loncar

Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator 

MichelleLoncar.stampinup.net

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