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Foiling with Stencils Supplies: Vibrant Florals Complete Bundle (This stencil set works without the hot foil plate if you prefer not to use it.) Brushed Gold Hot Foil Roll Sweet Sentiments Complete Bundle Mix and Match Frames Die Set Brushed Gold Metallic Cardstock Fall Harvest Crisp Dye Inks Martian Terrain Crisp Dye Inks Natures Wonders…
September 6, 2023 Supplies: Sophisticated Wreath Stamp Set Happy Holidays (sentiment stamps set) Stampwheel Center Alignment Guide Ink Pads: Frosted Foliage Dew Drops (Sweet Dreams Family) Velvet (Red Sunset Family) Wisteria (Enchanted Garden Family) Antique Gold Antique Gold Sequins Gold Spray for Splatter Cardstock cut to 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 Cardstock Strips 5/8″ or…
Altenew has a monthly inspiration challenge that I highly anticipate. To me it is an opportunity to not only try new color combinations but also to try new techniques and new supplies. Check out the monthly post at https://blog.altenew.com A retreat class taught by Erum Tasneem was the main inspiration for this card. She introduced…
These colors are inspirational to me. I keep thinking of more ways I want to use them. You will find more information about this inspiration challenge at http://blog.altenew.com This time Altenew Watercolor Markers are my medium choice. Of all the Altenew products, these watercolor markers give the most vibrant colors. These inspiration colors made me…
Altenew has a monthly inspiration challenge on their blog( blog.altenew.com). It is such a great way to find new color combinations. These colors are among my favorites. Coloring with alcohol markers is really my most happy place. Making a pattern paper created from the Zero Waste Flowery Pattern stamp from the newest Craft Your Life…
For more information about the Altenew Inspiration Challenge go to blog.altenew.com Journey Abroad Hot Foil Plate and stencil set were in my cart the second I saw their release announced. What a great background. And what a great image to color. The inspiration colors are so vibrant they will thrive with the bling, shine and…
July 15, 2023 Jennifer McGuire was the inspiration for this class. I highly recommend her blog and YouTube videos for making cards with acetate. Reference Acetate Cards or Clear Cards to find them. These cards can be made without acetate. Just make an A2 top-folding cardstock base. My first card uses a top folding A2…
June 3, 2023 Supply list: Mini Stamps: You’re a Classic Bee Kind Wild Geranium (I use Rounded Blossoms) Vinyl Style Mini Paint Box Alcohol Ink Friendly Black ink pad Variety of alcohol markers I will probably make the first three cards (Below) in class. These are basic card designs that can be used with any…
Each month Altenew presents a new inspiration challenge. It can be found at blog.altenew.com. This month is my all time favorite color combination. Orange and purple with green. I am still making pages for my travel journal to Mexico’s Dia de los Meuertos. Golden orange marigolds come into the towns by the truckload. Brilliant colors…