quick easy cute fun: projects for paper crafters
This artist trading card was made for Barbara’s ATC Swap at the Stampin’ Addicts’ 2010 Convention Meet & Greet. Though small in size, the vivid creation packs a lot of sparkle. First, the Autumn Days maple leaf was heat embossed. With just a touch of Dazzling Diamonds added to the mix, the reflective glaze catches the light with the occasional. . .[Read More]
The ‘Nice Coat, Joe’ artist trading card was created for Group 1 of the ATC swap hosted by Barbara (aka cre8tivestamper) at the Stampin’ Addicts’ 2010 Convention Meet & Greet. Traditionally, the Joseph’s Coat technique is done on glossy cardstock–apply color as desired, emboss an image with clear embossing powder, and finally cover the embossed image in a dark ink using a brayer or sponge. But wanting a little different. . .[Read More]
This was my creation for Group 2 of Barbara’s ATC swap at the Stampin Addicts 2009 Convention Meet & Greet. I just love this color combination, especially for the polished stone technique. But my favorite element is that sparkly little heart! (Click on photo to enlarge–but put some shades on first, lest you be blinded. . .[Read More]
Recently, Stampin’ Up! began offering French and Spanish versions of certain sets. Since my elder niece has been studing French, I decided to get En Ovale instead of Only Ovals. After all, what doesn’t sound just a little bit better in French?
I love finding creative ways to use my stamp images. For Barb’s ATC swap at the Stampin’ Addicts Convention 2009 Meet & Greet, my inspiration was microbeads and a blossom from the Trio Flower punch. So, how to present the pretty peony? Hmmmm, maybe in a vase. . . . . But what stamp could I use for a vase? And. . .[Read More]
--Holly & The Dog
