A Simple and Cohesive Design

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I am popping in to share my 2nd take with the Plum Blossom Layering Die

I also used Elegant Sayings Stamp & Die Set and Ornate Nesting Die.

For the background, you'd notice the Moroccan Tiles 3D Embossing Folder .

With all these very different elements, how do you make a design look cohesive? I used one common theme for all of the elements.

That key element is "gold". I gently applied a touch of light gold/beige color on the Moroccan Tiles 3D Embossing Folder .

The ink around the Ornate Nesting Die has a tint of gold. The center piece of Plum Blossom Layering Die was made of (Gold Cardstock). Let's not forget the paper I used..... it is also beige/Parchment cardstock.

The pieces of the Plum Blossom Layering Die was created with my own watercolor paper. These Dual Pens are really handy for creating your own color paper. They are most affordable and fun to play with. 

 I hope this post inspires you and triggers you to create more.

 

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Altenew June 2023 Full Release (sold out)

Journey Aboard Ensemble (sold out)

 Slice of Life Ensemble (sold out)

 Glimpse of Morocco Ensemble

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Plum Blossom Layering Die,

Ornate Nesting Die Set

  Bird of the Mountains

Embellishment Star Die

  Orange Blossom Die Set

Elegant Saying Stamp Set

Moroccan Tile Embossing Folder

Atomic Fresh Dye Ink  (Mini Ink Pad)

 

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Altenew June 2023 Stamps, Dies, Stencils, and More Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in Total Prizes!)

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Warning: Heavy photo post

 

Welcome to Altenew June 2023 Release Blog Hop! I am super excited to share 3 projects with you. If you arrive from the blog of Emily Midget, you are in the right place!

 

All the details about this blog hop, please visit Altenew Card Blog 

Feature products #1: Embellishment Star Die, Plum Blossom Layering Die, Golden Sunrise Glitter Cardstock, Elegant Sayings Stamp & Die Set

 

 This Plum Blossom Die truly is lovely and easy to assemble.

 

For the background, I inked up the Embellishment Star Die with the gradient effect.


 

 For the accents and highlight, I chose gold color. I have one confession to make though......! 

 

 

 

The tiny strip of glitter paper on top? It was to "cover up" the uneven cut of the Embellishment Star Die. I thought that was a brilliant move! Haha. I actually love the tiny shiny accent of that glitter strip paper!

   

Feature products #2: Bird of the Mountain Die Set, Exuberant Paper Pack, Gradient Cardstock Set (Summer Afternoon)  

 

 The Bird of The Mountains Set is part of the Slice of Life Ensemble.

 

If you are a bird lover, this Bird of the Mountains will delight you. I  am having so much fun using various colors/kinds of paper to create with this bird die. 

 

 I chose Gradient Cardstock Set (Summer Afternoon)    for the body of the bird. This really makes layering for color choices much easier.

I basically created a puzzle frame and put the birdie back to fit within the frame. You likely can't see the acetate for this card. But that was what I used for the layering.

 

   

 

Feature products #3: Ornate Nesting Die Set , Orange Blossom Die Set, Elegant Saying Stamp Set, Copper Metallic Cardstock


 

 The Orange Blossom Die Set is, to my surprise, easy to color and layer.

 

The Ornate Nesting Die Set has 6 sizes of dies. I used the two largest dies to create a frame. That's the beauty of this shape die. You can have endless ways of layering and die-cutting.

 


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Altenew June 2023 Full Release

Journey Aboard Ensemble 

 Slice of Life Ensemble

 Glimpse of Morocco Ensemble

💗~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~💗

Plum Blossom Layering Die,

Ornate Nesting Die Set

  Bird of the Mountains

Embellishment Star Die

  Orange Blossom Die Set

Elegant Saying Stamp Set

Moroccan Tile Embossing Folder

Atomic Fresh Dye Ink  (Mini Ink Pad)

Prizes: $300 in total prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $100 gift certificate to 1 lucky winner and a $20 gift certificate to 10 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by 06/06/2023 for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 10 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on 06/10/2023. *The winners of the $100 gift certificate will be chosen from comments left on the Altenew blog. Your next stop is Laurie's blog.

 

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A Card Analysis

Hello friends!

I have a very simple and yet interesting project to share. I thought I would make an analysis of this project. 

  By seeing the techniques mentioned and described, you may get some inspiration.

 Also, this may help you jump start your creativity if you are stumped for ideas to try as of late. 

Featured products:

 Craft Your Life Project Kit Marigold Butterflies

Blue Crystal Glitter Card Stock 

Sparkling Twilight Glitter Cardstock

     Enchanted Garden Enamel Dots  

Purple Galore Glitter Cardstock

 

1. Ink to paper: if you are not in the mood to color or are lacking coloring medium, you can simply create your own color paper. By swipe the ink pad onto paper, you can create your own. I like to stamp the image AFTER inking. 

2. Three's company: odd numbers are visually appealing. I created three butterflies and arranged them as the focal point.

3. Add textures with Embossing Folder: textured background is easy to achieve. If you want to add a simple pattern, look through your stash and you can easily add that textures.

4. Movement: do not forget to add "movement". Obviously, there is no movement in card design unless it is interactive. Since this card has no interactive movement, we can add the illusion of movement. By adding splatter and metallic twines, you can FEEL the movement.

5. Add that Sparkle: Do not forget your embellishments. I love adding bits of glitter paper. Not only it adds sparkle, it also elevates/highlights the sentiment. Check out the sample card I made HERE, you will notice that I used the tiniest bit of glitter paper. It is so effective! 

I can share with you that Altenew has a promotion..... the Sweet Honeysuckles Stencil is FREE

FREE Sweet Honeysuckles Simple Coloring Stencil on orders over $49 (05/29-05/31).

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With this analysis, you can follow these key point to create your own take on this. If you do create any project inspired by this post, please add the link below. I'd love to check it out!

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Sweet Honeysuckle Stencil

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I hope that you are off  to a great start on this Memorial Monday. Previously, I had shared this Sweet Honeysuckles 3D Embossing Folder.

 As you can see, the coordinating stencil made the coloring and ink-blending task rather easy. Please know that you do not absolutely need coordinating stencil. You can create your own stencil by fussy cut the dry-embossed image and make your own stencil. Yes, it is kind of insane to fussy cut...However, if you do not mind cutting, you can pretty much create ANY stencil with your dies!

 

I can share with you that Altenew has a promotion..... the Sweet Honeysuckles Stencil is FREE

FREE Sweet Honeysuckles Simple Coloring Stencil on orders over $49 (05/29-05/31).

 

 

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Create That Refreshing Look

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I am popping in with ANOTHER wheelbarrow card. I can't stop creating with this lovely die. I guess it is that time of the year and wheelbarrow has that homey and heartwarming look. 

Spellbinders has a new die called Country Wheelbarrow Etched Die (Scrapbook. com) .

 About Country Wheelbarrow Etched Dies : it's part of the Country Road Collection by Annie Williams. When assembled, the set of seven thin metal cutting dies creates a fabulous wheelbarrow. It is a perfect place to fit accessory sets:

👉Shop Spellbinders:  Garden Builder, Seasonal Decor,  and Rustic Garden

👉Shop Scrapbook. com: Wheelbarrow, Garden Builder, Seasonal Decor,  and Rustic Garden

Country Road is Annie Williams’ debut collection with Spellbinders. This offering creates a wonderful rural backdrop. It includes all the details such as a wheelbarrow, florals, wooden signs to even fencing parts, and more. A clear stamp set provides not only a wonderful wood sign but sentiments and images to tie everything together. Bring a part of the countryside into your projects!

 

The Seasonal Decor is truly versatile. I decided to create a wheelbarrow that are full of seasonal vegetables.

 Since this is my 3rd version with the wheelbarrow, it is getting easier to create the wheelbarrow. Remember.... the more you practice, the easier it gets. That means, the more you create with your supplies, the more worthwhile you make that crafty "investment".

 I truly relish the moment in adding these special touches and embellishments.

Once again, I highly recommend the following item:

BTW the paper pads I used for all of the die-cutting are from Scrapbook. com Cardstock. The paper pads are made of great quality and offer LOTS of colors. HERE 

Last call from Spellbinders Pre-Summer Super Sale. Check out HERE

 

Here are the May release from Spellbinders 

• Country Road Collection by Annie Williams
  
• Glimmer Cardfront Sentiments
• Photosynthesis Collection by Simon Hurley
• Hexi-Gems Collection
• Mini Blending Brushes
  

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Altenew Botanical Line Art (Project Kit)

Hello friends!

I am popping in to share a project with this month's Craft Your Life Project Kit.  This Botanical Line Art design is from May and are available to current subscribers only. 

I understand that this is a "commitment" if you sign up with the new subscription. However, I can honestly say that almost never come across with the Craft Your Life Project Kit that I do not like.

As you can probably tell, there is a gradient effect with the Altenew Blends Paper I use.

With that in mind, I stamped the image with two-three shades of yellow.

A little gold goes a long way. If you do not have a gold foil paper, you might want to add it on your wish list. I love using gold foil paper with die-cutting. Shop Altenew here, Scrapbook. com here, Simon Says Stamp here.

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Altenew $15 Gift Card Winners

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It brings me a great pleasure to announce the TWO lucky random commenters! 

Every month, Altenew offers two giveaway to my followers/readers. I am thankful for your frequent visits and that you take some precious time to leave me a comment. Your feedback and comments are the energy boost that keep me going. Without further ado, here are the two winners. 

Ms. Temp and Kathy Raker

 Congratulations! Altenew will be in contact with you for the $15 gift card!  

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