tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76716371552081442252024-03-12T22:04:39.708-07:00KreatesKards JourneyMary Director <br>
Love Being Kreative ...................... *<a href="mailto:kreateskards@outlook.com?subject=KreatesKards%20Blog">"Click Here" TO E-mail Me</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger678125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-18075968245107284422019-06-15T14:37:00.000-07:002019-06-15T14:37:24.434-07:00First Time User - Color Burst Watercolor Powders and Liquid Metallics ReviewMy friend, Gina, sent me seven Color Burst Watercolor Powders and Liquid Metallics. These are <a href="https://kenolivercrafts.com/" target="_blank">Ken Oliver Crafts</a> products. I have never used them before and couldn't wait to try them. There are so many different ways to use them including using a paint brush! Lots of "how to use" videos on YouTube also.<br />
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Here are the results of my two days of playing with these products. <br />
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Painted on with a paint brush.</div>
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Metallics are a liquid which can be used as is or thinned with water.</div>
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Solid colors are a powder. Add water to use.</div>
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Powders tapped onto the watercolor paper.</div>
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Spritzed with water, then allowed to dry.</div>
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metallics. Free form.</div>
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All powder colors on this one.</div>
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Tapped powder on the watercolor paper, then spritzed with water.</div>
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Amazing the designs that form. </div>
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Huge variety of colors. </div>
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Deep rich pigment.</div>
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Ability to tone down with water.</div>
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Now carried in many stores and on-line.</div>
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Easy to use.</div>
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Versatile, so many ways to use it. </div>
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Work in a contained area if creating backgrounds. The powders can travel.</div>
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Wear an apron while using these to avoid pigment getting on your clothes.</div>
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Took a couple washing to get the color off my fingers.</div>
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NOTE: The cons are nothing that would prevent me from buying this product or using it. </div>
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I would recommend the product. It is fairly priced. The bottles will last quite a while not just for a couple of projects.</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-15930263219992988242019-05-13T14:08:00.000-07:002019-05-13T14:08:26.579-07:00Fun Painting With Watercolors TodayPainting doesn't come second nature to me, so I am learning along the way. Today I just wanted to do something a bit free form and fun to create. One of the members (Kaitlyn Ahalt) of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/letsgomakeart/" target="_blank">Let's Make Art - Watercolor group on Facebook</a> shared a sketch of a VW Bug. I traced the design onto watercolor paper, then painted it with Grumbacher Academy Watercolor tube style paints. Then I fussy cut the car out when it was dry. I created a multi-color background with the same paints. Wanted to give the card a 70s look.<br />
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The car was attached with foam squares so it sits above the base. Gives it a more dimensional look this way. <br />
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It has been interesting working with the different types of watercolors. I have a set of half pans (solids), a few liquid, and a few tubes. The tubes give the greatest depth of color. Each type gives a different look to the finished product. The Grumbacher paints didn't seem to fade as it dried, and I had a bit more control with it when applying to my design.<br />
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Not sure how far I will pursue my painting, but it is fun to learn new things for my card making.<br />
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MaryUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-34244413379362731972019-05-11T12:00:00.000-07:002019-05-11T12:00:05.558-07:00Shoppes Theme - TryFolds Stamp SetToday is my 2nd day of showing casing the TryFolds stamp sets from Art Impressions that I purchased from <a href="https://teaspoonoffun.com/" target="_blank">Teaspoon of Fun</a> during their sale in April. Yesterday, if you missed it, there was a beach themed card.<br />
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TryFolds - 4339 Shoppes TF Stamp Set</div>
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I adhered the card to a blue card base.</div>
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I like how each section peeks out. </div>
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It will stand on its own this way if you would like to display it.</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-29470357471989670412019-05-10T16:20:00.000-07:002019-05-10T16:20:11.551-07:00Beach Themed Card - TryFolds Stamp SetDuring the month of April, <a href="https://teaspoonoffun.com/" target="_blank">Teaspoon of Fun</a>, offered a good discount on any orders placed through them for Art Impressions products. I ordered two of the TryFolds (card with 3 layers to it) stamp sets. I couldn't wait to share them with you. So today is the beach themed set, and tomorrow I will share the shoppe themed set. Each set comes with 3 image stamps and 1 sentiment stamp. They are coordinated to go together or can be used separately. Directions are on the back of the packaging and easy to follow. These are cling style rubber stamps.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-5159328610820770122019-04-29T21:29:00.000-07:002019-04-29T21:29:16.974-07:00Happy Birthday and Thinking of You CardsHere are three cards I made this last week. Each uses a different technique, but all were easy to create.<br />
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The first card was made using an embossing folder and a stamp set that were included in the Tonic Cardmaking Magazine. The magazine is now sold out. I covered the embossed image with:<br />
Nuvo Embellishment Mousse - Pure Platinum (color) - Nuvo. The stained glass stamped image was colored in with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens<br />
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I stamped random flower pots to create this background. This did a stripe of copper/bronze to accent each one. The card base also had bronze silks to tie in the colors. Hello is a die from FSJ. <br />
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The last card is layers of matching pink card stock and ribbon. I used my Altenew Watercolor Half Pans to color the flowers and leaves. Then covered the flower and leaves with FSJ Journey Glaze to give it shine. Stamp set is from FSJ also.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-1645719088635907292019-04-18T22:07:00.000-07:002019-04-18T22:07:46.729-07:00Rose And Tulip Dies Make a Beautiful CardPart of my birthday gift was the Tonic Cardmaking Magazine. <a href="https://www.scrapbook.com/store/ton-2137e.html?w=Tonic+magazine" target="_blank">Scrapbook.com</a> carried it here in the US. It is now showing as sold out. I was amazed at all the dies, stamps, embossing folder, and cardstock that came with the magazine. It definitely is a great value.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-73109686234869905822019-04-16T17:00:00.000-07:002019-04-16T17:00:02.367-07:00Harmony Stamp Set by Penny Black Used For This Card.I know it may not seem like Spring where you currently live, but I am sure it is just around the corner. Here in Arizona, it definitely has arrived. This card should bring some Springtime happiness to the person who receives it. The stamp image is from Penny Black and is called Harmony. The wood chip embellishments/bird cages I believe are from Bo Bunny. I covered them with a set of Crafter's Companion Metallic Markers.<br />
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Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set used for flowers.</div>
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Penny Black Stamp Set - In Love</div>
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This set is so versatile ... anniversary, wedding, I love you, thinking of you and MORE! If you masked off the balloons, you could use it for a friendship card too.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-63872761434456148302019-04-13T14:18:00.001-07:002019-04-13T14:18:28.955-07:00A Magical Birthday Card Using "Wiz" Stamp Set By Penny BlackWhen you are awake in the middle of the night, inspiration can strike. That's what happened to me at 1 am last night. I knew I wanted to work with my Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set and the other Penny Black wizard stamp set. Since we didn't have plans for today, I went ahead and started creating. Three hours later I had my card finished. It was so enjoyable to take my time, watercolor, and not have any distractions.<br />
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Thank you for all of the birthday wishes, phone calls, texts, messages, and facebook posts yesterday for my birthday. It was a great day made even more special by all of you.</div>
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Penny Black has some of the most amazing red rubber stamps. As I mentioned my wonderful husband gave me my birthday present early, so I am trying some of them out now. Can't wait to share all the items with all of you.</div>
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I love the quality of these stamps. It is red rubber and has the design on the cling side. In my opinion, rubber stamps are the best. No odor, easy to clean, and the best stamped images!!!<br />
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Penny Black Stamp Set<br />A Wizard</div>
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I stamped out the design on white card stock. The image was colored in with Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils, then was fussy cut out. The cut out image was adhered to brushed silver card stock which I also fussy cut around to mimic the same outline as the stamped image. The card base is a navy blue. I did use FSJ Gold Silk for the stars on the blanket and the spots on the card base. The stars were hand painted with a brush to keep the FSJ Silk within the lines.</div>
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I'm definitely going to have to see if there are other stamp sets of wizards from Penny Black. I see many "magical" cards in my future.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-58189010866409430062019-04-09T17:15:00.001-07:002019-04-09T17:15:49.964-07:00Prima Princesses Cling Stamps: NatalieSpent a few hours last night and today working on Natalie which is a Prima Princesses Cling Stamp (rubber). I used the Altenew Watercolor Half Pan set to color her stamped image in. It was time consuming because of all the detail, but I couldn't wait to see Natalie finished. Their sample was completed with shades of blue hair. For me, it had to be shades of purple!<br />
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This is a full background stamp. I used a 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 watercolor sheet. You can tell that part of the image didn't stamp out. I might of needed to shift the stamp over and up just a bit. </div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-4663535322085424162019-04-08T21:46:00.000-07:002019-04-11T19:03:01.453-07:00Tulips Watercolor Card Created With Altenew Watercolor Half Pans Today was the day for a new adventure. My wonderful husband gave me a set of Altenew Watercolor Half Pans (set of 36) and some new stamp sets perfect for watercoloring. I had to try them out immediately. They were meant as a birthday gift, but he let me have them a few days early!<br />
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I like the rich colors of the pans. They are easy to use, even for a beginner like me. The only thing I was disappointed about is that the lid snaps off when you try to open it flat. I had thought it could open flat to be used as a palette. It does snap right back on.<br />
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So here is my first watercolor done with the half pans, brush, and water.<br />
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I still have lots to learn, but it was fun working with them today. Whether using pencils, Zig Real Brush Pens, or watercolor pans ... I'm having fun and learning along the way.</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-73068409430249376742019-04-03T21:08:00.001-07:002019-04-03T21:08:07.188-07:00Teaspoon of Fun Special Offer When Buying Art Impressions ProductsTeaspoon of Fun is offering a great deal (25% off) if you purchase Art Impressions products through them for the month of April. Full details can be found on their blog. <a href="https://teaspoonoffun.com/teaspoon-of-fun-and-art-impressions-catalog-party/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a><br />
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I got my very first Art Impressions Stamp Set recently called Spare Me. I thought it was unique and couldn't wait to make a card with it.<br />
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Colored with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens</div>
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This stamp set is a clear stamp set. It doesn't say photopolymer anywhere on the labeling. It states "clear". There was no odor to this stamp set, and I did get a crisp image when stamping. I definitely will be buying more of the Art Impressions products. Hope to take advantage of the Teaspoon of Fun sale this month. Full details: <a href="https://teaspoonoffun.com/teaspoon-of-fun-and-art-impressions-catalog-party/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a></div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-88082278114150896542019-03-31T18:06:00.000-07:002019-03-31T18:08:35.660-07:00Three Cards I Made This WeekendMy challenge this weekend was to be creative with a product I had previously purchased and not used. I did have a few items to choose from (smiling). I came across these pencils the other day that I had purchased from FSJ ages ago. I actually thought they were embellishments and was surprised to realize they were post-it notes.<br />
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Each pencil had its own stack of post-its, but after removing the top one of each color I discovered the glue/adhesive had also gotten on the ones beneath. May have been because of the heat here, don't really know. At least I got one cute card out of the set. The sentiment was from a grab bag set of stickers I had purchased. Thought it was perfect to go with the pencils.<br />
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FSJ Little House Stamp Set AT-0298</div>
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Always fun to send a card to a friend who just moved into a new home. This stamp was just what I needed for this card.</div>
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I took one of the flower stamps and randomly stamped it 3 times on the page. Then colored in with my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens. The center of each flower has a bit of Journey Glaze on it to make it shine. I accented it with the silk flower. </div>
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Whew ... I was busy this weekend. Fun to try different mediums and ideas for cards.</div>
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Mary</div>
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-24495722776681472042019-03-31T00:00:00.000-07:002019-03-31T00:00:11.076-07:00Unicorn Watercolor PictureOK,I admit it ... I think I am obsessed with the unicorn digital image from my <a href="https://www.kitandclowder.com/" target="_blank">Kit And Clowder</a> class. Today I decided I had to try it with the Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens. I am beyond pleased with the results. <br />
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The horn was done with a gold gel pen. Then I took Silver Sparkle Silk and put it over the mane and the horn to add some sparkle and shine. <br />
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This one I believe I will frame and keep along with the color pencil one I did using the Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils.<br />
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Each one has its own unique look.<br />
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MaryUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-42124611418337823322019-03-30T00:00:00.000-07:002019-03-30T00:00:18.395-07:00A Bouquet of Flowers Perfect for Any OccasionI am keeping busy doing watercoloring with the Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens. I found a Daisies Stamp from Deep Red that worked perfect to create a card front. This card would be perfect for any occasion: Birthday, Mother's Day, Thinking of You, and so much more.<br />
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The images in the corners was stamped directly onto the card base. The center grouping was stamped then fussy cut out. I put FSJ Rainbow Drops in the center of each flower. The center grouping is raised up using foam squares with thread positioned underneath.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-34233833505809253192019-03-28T21:54:00.000-07:002019-03-28T21:54:05.464-07:00Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?The last time we were at the post office, we picked up some sheets of Scooby-Doo forever postage stamps. They are so cute with Scooby-Doo holding the watering can. I realize too that there is a large image on the side of the sheet that I could recycle into a greeting card. <br />
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If you want to see the full sheet of stamps, <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/product/buy-stamps/scooby-doo-S_565504" target="_blank">click here (USPS link)</a>.<br />
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I hand drew in some areas of grass using my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens. Set the fence over the top of Scooby-Doo and the grass, then added in the die cut sentiments.<br />
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FSJ Fence Die Set DI-0485 </div>
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Mary</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-88982755870272707912019-03-27T00:00:00.000-07:002019-04-11T19:03:45.543-07:00Spring Floral Cards Using Penny Black Stamp Set: Full of GleeSpring is just around the corner, and it was time to make some floral cards. I used my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens and a brand new stamp set from Penny Black called Full of Glee. I purchased the stamp from Scrapbook.com ... <a href="https://www.scrapbook.com/store/pbs-40-509.html" target="_blank">Click Here</a> if you want more information on it.<br />
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The first is a photo of all the cards I made. Do you have a favorite? It was so much fun deciding on which colors to use for the flowers themselves, then deciding on the card base. These card are perfect for any occasion or to be used as a note card.<br />
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Here are photos of the individual cards and also the stamp set. <br />
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The Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens are so easy to use. This stamp is perfect for any type of coloring that you would like to do.<br />
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MaryUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-8762965193381670262019-03-26T00:00:00.000-07:002019-03-26T00:00:15.270-07:00Unicorn Card I've taken a few coloring classes on-line the last few months. One of the classes (<a href="https://www.kitandclowder.com/" target="_blank">Kit And Clowder</a>) was to to color in a unicorn or horse using their digital stamped image. The mane was done in rainbow colors. I actually finished the mane a few weeks ago and then set it aside. Not sure why.<br /><br />On Sunday morning, I just couldn't sleep so got up and started working on finishing my unicorn using my Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils. I am pleased with the results. The horn of the unicorn is actually gold/bronze with FSJ Sparkle Silk over the top. It doesn't show up in the photo though.<br />
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Not sure if I will make this into a card or frame it as is. Undecided at this point. Almost all of my creations are given to others. Not very often do I kept something I have made. <br />
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Finishing this image sparked additional motivation to create more so I spent many hours on Sunday creating other images/cards. It was a fun and creative day.<br />
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Thank you for stopping by my blog today.<br />
Mary<br />
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used the Glue Sponge for the first time this weekend.
There is one corner that has a serrated/cut edge -- break that downward
to release the lid. The lid open upwards from inside the molded edge. I
thought the molded edge snapped into place. LOL. It was an adventure,
but after some on-line help got it all figured out.<br /> <br /> Tips: I took an old toothbrush and used the handle to get the<span class="text_exposed_show">
sponge juicy by applying pressure over the sponge area in numerous
spots. The pieces I laid on the sponge I tapped with curved tweezers to
get better coverage. I checked the back of each piece BEFORE I laid it
on my card front to be sure it had good coverage. After laying the piece
on my card, I took a clean paper towel, placed it over the card front
and applied pressure to all the glued items.<br /> <br /> I was working with
intricate dies. The glue sponge worked well for those. The items I made
last night are on tight. I don't know that I would use it for glitter
but should work for sequins/buttons if you get a good coverage on the
back of the item.<br /> <br /> NOTE: When finished, be sure the lid is on
tight by running your finger around the edges. The corner you broke down
to open it, can actually be burped to get air out. If you haven't used
the glue sponge for a while, it says to put it upside down for about an
hour.<br /> <br /> Easily clean up with a baby wipe.</span></span></span><br />
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glue when open, but nothing overpowering. I was able to use it without
any issues. I like it for my intricate dies. Not sure I would use it
as my main adhesive.</span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span aria-live="polite" class="fbPhotosPhotoCaption" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" id="fbPhotoSnowliftCaption" tabindex="0"><span class="hasCaption"><span class="text_exposed_show">Mary</span></span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-45571657659699370442019-03-24T15:24:00.001-07:002019-03-24T15:24:58.143-07:00Disney Themed Cards For All Occasions A few weeks back I purchased some Disney themed dies at Tuesday Morning. Finally had a chance to use them this weekend, so wanted to share my cards with you. I am a big fan of the silhouette look (all solid color, usually black) so decided to use that technique for some of my cards. <br />
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Disney Waltzing Belle Metal Die</div>
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The Belle card was made to fit into a legal size envelope. I used textured 8 x 8 card stock and folded it in half, then accented with lavender ribbon and rainbow drops. The card base is a light lavender too.</div>
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Disney Poised Cinderella Metal Die</div>
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Disney Cinderella Embellishments Metal Die Set </div>
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This card is an A2 size (4 1/4 x 5 1/2). Inside it has a clock striking midnight and her missing shoe for Prince Charming to find. Card base is a pastel pink.<br /><br /></div>
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Disney Daisy Duck Metal Die</div>
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Disney Donald Duck Metal Die</div>
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This card is also an A2 size. Card base is bright yellow. The metal words are from a grab bag I purchased of retired products.</div>
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Disney Mickey Mouse & Friends Joyful Mickey Metal Die</div>
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Disney Mickey Mouse & Friends Blissful Minnie</div>
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This card is a legal size (8 x 8 folded in half). Card base is textured light silver card stock. I added in the metal words.</div>
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Disney Fairies (unsure of official name for this one)</div>
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This was a set of 3D stickers. I couldn't resist Tinkerbelle and her home. Inside there are flowers that were part of the set. Lots of sparkle and shine to her wings. This was also found at Tuesday Morning.</div>
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I did use the Glue Sponge for the intricate dies. It worked well. I will have some tips and more information about it on my next blog post.</div>
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Mary</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-51783338266504766062019-03-18T15:05:00.002-07:002019-03-18T15:05:28.065-07:00More Marble Swirl Creations/CardsI worked some more with the Marble Swirl Stamp set from Catherine Pooler. There is still a lingering odor to it (it's photopolymer), but not as bad as when it was brand new.<br />
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If you are interested in the stamp set: Marble Swirl<br />
<a href="https://shop.catherinepooler.com/products/marble-stamp-set">https://shop.catherinepooler.com/products/marble-stamp-set</a><br />
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Here's my two latest creations:<br />
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Flowers are from FSJ.<br />Colored in with Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils</div>
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Horse is a digital image from Kit And Clowder Class.</div>
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Colored in with Faber Castell Polychromos Pencils.</div>
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Mary</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7671637155208144225.post-9014113444598388612019-03-10T15:35:00.002-07:002019-03-10T15:35:30.912-07:00Marble Swirl Stamp Set CardWhen I saw this Marble Swirl design, I knew I had to have this stamp set. I love the way it is actually 3 stamps to create the swirl effect, that each stamp can also be used individually (on its own). I ordered directly from Catherine Pooler's website. They shipped quickly.<br />
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PROS: Unique Design, 3 swirled images, 3 sentiments, 1 sentiment block, <br />
CONS: Photopolymer stamp set (smells)<br />
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First, I want to say that I LOVE red rubber stamps and that they are my stamp type of choice. I rarely buy acrylic or photopolymer. One of the reasons I try to stay away from photopolymer is that there is an odor to it, and sometimes it is pretty intense. When I opened this stamp set, the odor was awful. I ended up setting it outside overnight to air it out. That really helped, but even now 3 days later, the stamp set still smells. I have left it open/completely exposed in my craft room to air it out even more. If you or someone in your family is scent sensitive, this might be a stamp set to avoid.<br />
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Here is the card I made with this stamp set. I used FSJ Turbo Teal, Watermelon Fusion, and Lavender Fusion for the swirls and overlapped the colors in some areas.<br />
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If you are interested in the stamp set: Marble Swirl<br />
<a href="https://shop.catherinepooler.com/products/marble-stamp-set">https://shop.catherinepooler.com/products/marble-stamp-set</a><br />
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I'm looking forward to trying other colors, designs, and layouts with this stamp set. The sky is the limit.<br />
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Thank you for stopping by my blog today.<br />
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