Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Well, I made it through Thanksgiving. I gained a few pounds, but who has not. I guess working in my craft room isn't counted as exercise.
Todays card is the second most demanded type of card that my better half asks me for, "Thinking of You". Here is the most recent one I made;
Friday,November 25, 2011
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I always look forward to the holidays, because one of my favorite activities is eating. I can realy chow down. Yesterday was no exception.
So in honor of this theme, here is a simple 5"X5" card that I made;
Friday, November 11, 2011
I have been trying to get motivated to finish up my Christmas cards. So today I sat down and worked on one with an image from "Close to My Heart" called "St. Nick"# B1356. In fact I used all of the stamps in the set on the this card.
The images were colored using Copic markers on "Cryogen Iradescent Paper'.That is the sparkle that you see in the image. It is right in the paper and shows through the Copic markers. The colors that I used were;
Hat; R22,R24,R27,R29
Face; E000,E01,R20
Holly; YG05;YG09
Beard; C1
I used Spellbinder dies to cut out the image and the mat. Both dies were from the Petite Circle series. The patterned paper is from a set from "Close to My Heart" called "Wonderland" # X7146B.
The background on the main card was accomplished using one of the new "Hero Arts" stamp and embossing set called "Holly".
To cut out the smaller images, I used my "Glass Mat" and a new xacto knife.
I think it's a very cute card which does not take much time to assemble.
If you have a question about the card or products used, please let me know.
All of your comments are as always appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, November 6, 2011 The card it's self is self explanatory. Although the glitter does not show well in the picture, believe me it really glitters when you see it first hand.But, the stamping of the image of the flower is the technique called "Burnished Velvet". To stamp the image I used a "Glue Essentials" Glue pad. The pad looks like a standard ink pad, but with one difference. The glue pad need to have glue applied everytime you use it. It does not require a lot of glue, but needs to be applied each time you use it. After you apply the glue to the pad, you are ready to stamp you image. Stamp the image on the paper. This is very important wait 15 minutes for the next step. After the 15 minutes is up, we are going to do the "Burnished Velvet" technique. The product I used here is "Jewel Glitter Ritz" it is a Micro Fine Glitter. The glitter is different in that it has very little excess powder in it. You might as well say it's pure glitter, and it goes a long way. Once the 15 minute is done, the glitter can be applied. Take a very small amount of glitter and apply it to the image in several places. With your finger and very light pressure rub the glitter into the image. Once the image is completely cover, tap the rest of the glitter off. Using a large makeup brush the rest of the glitter off the image. The glitter comes in 60 different colors. So, you should be able to find a color to go with your project. This glitter and technique works on both ligh and dark color cardstock. Give this technique a try, you'll love the effect. If you have a question, please don't hesitate to ask. Have a GREAT DAY!!! Bob L.
"Happy Birthday"
Monday, November 1, 2011
Todays card is called a "Criss Cross Card".Very simple card to make once you do the cutting. I saw the idea on the "Split Coast Stampers" site. Here is where you can get the instructions.
The image is from "Close to My Heart" and the stamp set is called"Enjoy Every Moment" #C1395. The set is from the Spring/Summer 2011 catalog. As you will notice the image is mounted upside down, but that's how the grow on the fence in my yard. And, here is the card;
The card was colored with with Copic Markers using the following makers;Flowers; B00,B01, B04
Leaves; G02, G05
The mats were cut with a Spellbinder die set called "Labels Four". I did sham stiching on the body of the patterned paper with a blue multiliner pen. Some glass half pearls were added to the front of the card.
Very simple card, but I think it turned out alright.
What do you think?
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Saturday, October 29, 2011
And here is a better view of the house it's self.
"Close Up"
The image was colored with Copic markers.
The snow effect on the image was created with a "Marvy Snow Marker". I like this snow pen alot better than then "Liquid Applique", because the Marvy marker can be heat set after only 15 minutes. The Liquid Applique needs to dry over night.
The snowflakes I used a "Martha Stewart" punch that I cut out of silver paper that I ran through the Cuddlebug with the Swiss Dots embossing folder.
All and all, I am pretty satisfied with the card, but the important thing is what is your opinion?
Have a GREAT DAY!!!Bob L.
Monday,October 17, 2011
It seems like I have gotten off on a flower kick. At least coloring them with my Copic markers. As you all should realize by now Copics is my favorite coloring medium. It is so fast and easy to color with and the color selection is outstanding, over 300 colors.
After coloring the image I cut out the mats using a Spellbinder die set "Labels Eight", in different sizes. The two bottom mats where embossed using a Sizzix embossing folder. They were then colored using direct to paper with an ink pad.
A little ink was stippled onto the body of the card. Then I added some "Liquid Pearls" as embelishment.
Hope you like todays card and will leave a comment. All comments are appreciated and posted.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Monday, October 10,2011 I used a "Stamp'n Up" embossing folder to embellish the main mat on the card. I then added "Liquid Pearls" to the inside edge of the pattern, for a little contrast. The sentiment was printed using my HP printer. Sometimes I wished that I had a bigger selection of sentiments. But, if I did have enough to satisfy me, I would have to buy a larger house to hold them all. The embellishments in the top left and bottom right, were from my stash. I believe they are from "Prima". The clouds, grass, and road were airbrushed in to finish the scene. Have a GREAT DAY!!! Bob L.
It's been a little hectic with the move to the new company that I am now demonstrating for, but I think I have most everything figured out.
I have been making quit a few cards but mostly for gatherings. So, I have not been sitting idle all of this time.
The card that I am posting today is from a set from my old company. I called the card "Wait for Me". Here is the card;
Well that's about it from here. I hope everyone is in good health and happy.
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
The original stamp set is from "Close to My Heart" and is called "Happy Cluster" CTMH # C1471.
The body of the card is 4 1/4" X 11" and is scored at 4 1/4"and 8 1/2". This leaves a 2 1/2" flap at the bottom. The ovals were cut using a Spellbinder Large Scalloped Oval.
The background paper used is from "BoBunny" and is called "St. Nick Noel". I don't know if it's still available, but works very well with Xmas themes.
The buttons were from my button jar. You can never tell what you will find in that jar.
I guess when I send this one out, it will cost some extra postage. Oh well, you can be cheap all of the time.
If you have any question about this card, don't hesitate to ask.
Your comments are always appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Well after about a month I'm back up and running.
I was very surprised when the company that I had been demonstrating for, "The Angel Company" for twelve (12) years closed up business without any notice. It made it pretty ruff, because I had taken a bunch of customer order, and had to return the money. I signed up with "Close to My Heart" and I am, so far very happy with them.
They have a great line of products and very low prices on thier product.
Any who, this is one of the cards that I demonstrated at my last gathering;
Wednesday, August 10,2011
Well, the weather is getting to hot to work out side, so it's time to stay in my craftroom. The temperatures have been in the high 90 degrees for the last couple of weeks. So, it's inside time for me.
The card that I have posted today is from "The Angel Company" called "Enjoy the Ride" TAC #RPH-2. It's from a series of stamps by the artist Phyllis Harris, who designs exclusively for "The Angel Company". There are five different set in the series.
Here is the card;
I colored the image with Copic markers of course. Then I stamped and cut masks for the dog and the girl. Once I had the masks inplace, I cut some Post-It sheets to give me a cloud shape. With my airbrush I airbrushed in some clouds. Next was the grass in the middle ground, using the Post-It sheets again. the last application with the airbrush, was the path way. I left the Post-Its for the middle ground in place for this.
A Martha Stewart edge punch was used to make the white border at the bottom of the background mat.A little green Stickles was added, and walla the card was finished.
Hope you enjoy the card as much as I enjoyed making it. Your comments are always appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Seeing that everyone around here has either the sniffles or some other ailment, I thought that the saying "An Apple a Day" was appropriate.
Todays cute little card is from a stamp that I borrowed from a friend. Don't kow where it came from or what the name of the stamp is. If anyone knows let me know.
Here is the card;
It was colored with Copic Markers in the following colors;
Apples, R-29, R27,R24,R22
Leaves, G09
Basket, E55,E29
Signo White Gel Pen
The black swirls on the card are from a Quik-Kutz 4"X4" die. The mat for the basket was cut using a Spellbinder die called "Heart Circle".
I added some Silver Stickles to the swirls and I was done. The mats in the top left and bottom right were adhered to the main mat then trimmed with a scissors.
Very simple care to use for a "Get Well" card to a friend.
Hope you enjoy todays card. Remember all comments are welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, July 3, 2011
So, how I have solved this problem, is to us a Copic Black Multiliner pen to create detail in the interior of the image. You can see in the picture of the card, I have added detail in the hair, the hat and the fence. I think it's an improvement overall. What do you think?
"You are My Sunshine"
The image was colored with my Copic Markers of course. As where the half pearls to make them match the color scheme. In this case I air brushed them, but you can use the brush tip of the marker.
The mat under the image was cut wit a Martha Stewart punch called "Flower Doily Trim Large Punch Around The Page™ Set". The only problen I have found with this punch is that it is restricted in the size cardstock you can us it on. 4"X4", 4"X6", 6"X6" all even measurements. It does have a very cute appearance.
The overall size of the card is 5"X5". This is unusual for me because it costs extra postage to mail it.
Hope you enjoy looking at my effort and will leave a comment. Your comments are what make it worth while.
Have a GREAT DAY and a safe July 4th Holiday!!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
It has been an interesting two weeks. We have had some pretty good winds that have taken down a lot of trees. It has really kept the utility companies busy restoring power. The big problem has been that we have gotten very little rain. Rain is what we really need.
Seeing that my power was not off, I did have a chance to clearup some cards that were in progress on my desk. Hopefully I can finish up the rest this week.
The card that I am posting today is from a set from " Stampin' Up" called "Bouquet Pascal". It's a cute set that the sentiments come in either French or English.
I call the card "Flower Girl" and it was made as a Birthday card. And here is the card;
Monday, June 20, 2011
Todays card is from a very cheap stamp set that I bought at "The Stamping Place". Well, to tell you the truth, I did not really pick it out my wife did. She is always picking up stamp sets. She never colors any of them, but she likes them.
The stamp set is from S.W.A.L.K. Crafters Companion. The set cost $4.95, a very good price. Below is a picture of the stamp set;
For the price it has enough elements in the set to make it interesting. And here is the card that I made with the set;
"My Tummy Tickles"
Friday,May 20, 2011
Where does the time go? I havn't posted to this blog since the 6th of May. Things are starting to settle down so I will try to get back to posting twice a week.
Todays card is one that I made for a "Funshop" that I was doing for "The Angel Company" For these "Funshops" we usually make two cards that I design. The stamp set used is of course from "The Angel Company" and is called "Joy, Found" T-3319.
It's a very cute set.
The card is very simple. I wrapped "Scrapper's Floss" around the back dark blue mat. I cut slits with my scissors to keep the start point end and the end in place. You can use tape if you want, it works just as well.
The dots in the corners were made using "Liquid Pearls". Works quite well but I am limited in the colors that I have. The "Liquid Pearls" dry faster than the "Stickles". I intend to try the new replacement for the Liquid Pearls made by "Viva Decour". They are surpose to be easier to use and give a better results. I'll let you know.
If you have any questions about this card, let me know by leaving a question in you comment along with how I can reach you.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L
Friday, May 6, 2011
Todays card is from an image that I colored for Easter. Turns out that I had colored to many so I have turned it into an all occassion card;
Here is the card;
The image is from "Art Impressions" stamp number P-1588. It's a cute image and I could not resist using it for a card. So I guess the Sentiment sayes it all, "Hoppy Everything".I used a Spellbinder die "Labels Small" to cut out the image. I did not have the matching larger die to cut out the mat, so I used the "Ticket Corner" punch to make the mat. The border around the background paper was punched with a "Fiskars Corner,Border punch called Bubbles. The background paper is from "The Angel Company" and is a collection called "Tutti Fruiti". This is a very cute collection of papers.
The sentiment is also from "The Angel Company" and is called "Hoppy Everything" number T-2732.
I added a few rinestones a ribbon and "walla" it was done.
Hope you enjoy todays card. If you have and questions please leave a comment and I'll get back to you.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
The body for the basic card is 4.25"X9.75". The card is scored at 3.25" and 6.50" from the left. When the card is folded it measures 3.25"X4.25".The stamp image used is from "Just-Rite" stamps. The sentiment is from "The Angel Company". The top corners were formed with a .50" corner rounding punch as were the bottom center fold corners. The horizontal and diagonal strips were punch with a "Martha Stewart" punch. On the right panel the poka dot trim was cut using a Spellbinder border die and chalked it while it was in the die.
The flower was covered with Fine Flower Soft. It kind of blkocks out the outline of the flower, but looks cute.
Hope you enjoy today's posting. Your comments are always welcome.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Monday, April 25, 2011
Hope everyone had a Great Easter with thier family and loved ones. The weather here was great, and the community pool was crowded.
The card I have for you today is a special fold card. After it is folded, it will fit a standard A2 envelope. I'm cheap that way and try to stick to regular postage.
Here is the card of the day;
The image stamp used for this card was one from "Just-Rite" stamps called "Beautiful Blossoms". The sentiment stamp is from "The Angel Company" called "Swirly Sayings". The sentiment stamps is a discountinued set, but I never get rid of sentiment stamp sets. You never know when you will need them.
The cardstock is cut to 4 1/4" X 11". It is scored at 2 3/4" and 5 1/2". After it is scored it is folded in half then folded back to the left. This leaves you with a standard 4 1/4" X 5 1/2" card.
Most of the background papers I purchased from Joann's. The image was cut out with a Spellbinder die. The decorative strip on the center mat was punched with a "Martha Stewart" punch.
Of course the image was colored with my Copic markers.
The card was fun to make. I hope you enjoy it and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Both the image and the sentiment stamp are from "The Angel Company". The image is from a set called "Funny Farm" T-3115 and the sentiment is from the set "Funny Farm Phrases" T-3125. Great stamps and sentiments, if you like the comical.
The card is a very simple card, so I don't have a lot of chatter about it.
Hope it bring a smile to your day. Your comments are always appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, April 10, 2011
Beautiful clubhouse that was built in the 1930's 
The player are teeing off from a spot in the top left of the photo. The brave souls in the center of the fairway have the shots coming right over thier heads. If you get a chance, to visit the "Masters" take it you will love it.
Todays card is an older Magnolia image. Cupcake Tilda which you can use for just about any occassion. Here is my rendition of the image.
"Cupcake Tilda"
The image was colored with Copic markers. The background paper is from Joann's and says "Happy Birthday". I decorated the edges with a Fiskars Corner, Border punch. The flowers on the left side are from Michaels in the Home Decore section. All of the mats were cut with a Spellbinder die.
A pretty simple card, but it, in my opinion, cute. Hope you enjoy todays card and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 I am trying to use as many of Magnolias as I can, but I'm running out of images. I guess I will have to break down and purchase some new one. The biggest problem is which one. There are so many new ones, that I having a hard time choosing. Todays card was maded using the image "Tilda with Tag". I like this image because you can print a short sentiment on the tag. My printing,hand writting, is not that good but I try. Here is todays card called "Hello Friend";
Most of the cardstock used on the card were from "Stamp'n Up" called "Pink Passion". Very soft color, but bright. The background paper is a small piece from my stash. I never throw anything away. I used a Fiskars "Corner, Border Punch" around the edges of the background paper The mats for the image were cut using a Spellbinder scalloped circle and a Label 5. I undercut the feet of Tilda .
A few glitter dots and a bow was added to finish the card off.Of course the image was colored with my Copic markers. Sorry I did not keep track of the colors I was using on this on. I'll do better the next time.
Hope you enjoy the card and will leave a comment.Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, March27, 2011
The card is in the same style as a card that I posted last week, but I used a different Tilda image. The mats were cut using Spellbinder dies. This time I used the circle dies for the corner elements. The mat for the image was cut using a Spellbinder once again. I did not have the next size up for this one so I cut a piece of cardstock the needed size then used a punch from Stamp'n Up to form the corners to match the Spellbinder die.
The swirls were cut using a 4"X4" "Quic-Kutz" die.
Hope you enjoy todays card, and that you will leave a comment. Comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, March23, 2011
The weather has been great here in Augusta, GA. Temperatures have been in the high 70degrees to the mid 80s. So I was thinking spring flowers. The image I selected is a "Just-Rite" oval stamp. I colored it with Copic markers in the following colors;
The main body of the card is a dark brown. Background paper is from a pack from "DCWV" called "Pocket full of Posies" The image was cut out with a Spellbinder die and matted. The side mats at the edge of the card were once again cut with a Spellbinder die matted then cut in half.
The flowers are from the "Recollections" series from "Michaels". The butterflies were cut using a "Embosslits" that I got from "Stamp'n Up". Although you can't see it in the photo, I sprayed the butterflies with some "Tattered Angels" Glimmer Mist in Gold. Adds a nice touch. The butterflies were popped up.
I think the card reflects a very Spring feeling.
Hope you enjoy the card. Remember you comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, March 20,2011
I colored the image with Copic markers using the following colors;
The background papers that I used for this card are from an older stack from "DCWV" called "Pocket full of Posies". I am not sure if it is still available. The swirls were cut with a Quik-Kutz 4"X4" die out of gold CS.The image was cut using Spellbinder dies, of course.
Hope you enjoy the card and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, March 13 , 2011
The image is from "The Angel Company" and is called "Toodles". It was collored with Prisma-Color pencils and OMS. The image and the sentiment were popped up.
The second card that we made was a "Twisted Easel Card". Another simple card once you know the principles of the assembly of the card.
"Twisted Easel Card"
The Image for this card was from "The Angel Company" and is called "Furry Friends". Once again it was colored with Prisma-Color pencils. The shodow was done with a Silver pencil and blended with a "Colorless Pencil Blender" that I purchased at Michaels.
As you will notice, both of the cards are "Birthday" cards. You can never have enough Birthday cards made up.
Hope you enjoy the cards as much as the ladies did making them yesterday. They show some of the variation of easel cards that are possible.
Remember, your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Monday, March 7, 2011
The images were colored with my Copic markers. Some pink Stickles was added to the sprinkles on the cupcake. I added some half pink pearls from "Hero Arts" to add some dimension.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
The diecuts where done with a Spellbinder die called "Fleur De Lis Pendant". I was used to cut two mats in lavender and light green. The background paper used is from "K&Company". I love the glitter on it.A little sponging was done on the light green mat with lavender ink. And the bow was tied with my new best friend the "Bow Easy". Because there is not much coloring to this image, so, I would classify it as a quick card. Hope you enjoy todays card and will leave a comment. Have a GREAT DAY!!! Bob L.
It's still playing at spring time here. It's to the point were I don't know whether to wear a short sleeve shirt or a long one. So, I keep one of each out. Oh, well it's that time of the year.
Todays card is unusual for me because it's a 5 1/2" square card. Normally I only make standard size cards because I'm to cheap to pay the extra postage.
The image used for todays card is from "The Angel Company" it is called "Furry Friends #T-03245". It's a cute set which contains four small images and four sentimnts. Here is the results;
The image used today is from "Just-Rite Stamps". I love their stamps, they are so diverse, and I use the alot as you have noticed.
The mats where cut with Spellbinder dies in three different sizes. They were;
The image was colored with Copic Markers;
The Roses were coated with Crystal Lacquer, that where you get the little glare from. I decorated the background paper with a little red Stickles for bling.
Believe it or not I did tie the small yellow bow on the bouquet. But, I cheated and used the "Bow Easy"
Hope you enjoy the card and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
I used the following Spellbinder Dies to cut the elements of the card;
The image was colored with Copic Markers using the following markers;
You can get the instruction for the assembly of the basic Twisted Easel Card from "Pam Sparks" blog. Her instructions are excellent.
One hint on making this card is to cut off the loops form by the die on the hinged portion of the card body, only. This makes it easier to assemble the card.
Try different Spellbinder dies to make these cards. You will get some very different effects. Have fun and enjoy your experiments.
Your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Good Morning Everyone. Welcome back to my blog. I hope everyone is having beautiful weather for this day, I know we here in Georgia are.
Today's card is a format that has become very popular in the last couple of weeks.
It is called a "Twisted Easel Card". Here is the card;
"Birdie Talk"
I have seen these posted quite often recently, so decided to find out how to make them. I found some very simple and quite good instruction on "Pam Sparks" blog. Click on her name for the instructions.
Although her instructions are for a 6"X6" square card, my card is for a 4.25"X4.25" square. I guess I am just cheap when it comes to paying money to the USPS.
The image was colored with "Derwent Inktense" pencils and a water brush. The image and the mat was cut out using a Spellbinder die called "Classic Scalloped Circle SML". The mat for the main body of the card was edged with a Martha Stewart edge punch.
Overall the card is very simple, but the Twisted Easel format gives it a nice punch.
Hope you enjoy todays card. If you have questions please feel free to ask.
Your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
As I was embellishing the card I realised that I need some pink flowers to use on the card. After much searching, the only thing I had some white one. Hmmm!! Out came the Copic Airbrush and walla, I now had some pink flowers. The Copic Airbrush and markers work great on all kinds of embellishments. Give it a try.
The border around the primary mat was punched with a Martha Stewart Corner Border Punch called "Laurel Leaf". I also used only the corner punch on the secondary mat corners. The design is light and airy.
The paper for the secondary mat behind Tilda I bought at Hobby Lobby. The paper pack is sold by "The Paper Studio". Very pretty papers, and most of them are already embossed.
Hope you enjoy today's card. Your comments are always appreciated and welcome.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Before I post my next card, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for the comments that you all have made about my cards. That's what keeps me going.
I think it reminds me of what is coming, "Spring". The sentiment is a play on words.
The stamp set is from "Raisinboat Stamps" a company that I love. They rent stamps, so if I try the stamp and love it I can then buy it. Check them out it's a great deal.
The card is a gate fold that I made using my "Scor-Buddy". It's just like the "Scor-Pal" but just the right size to carry to card making group meetings. Here is what it looks like and it is only 7.5"X9.o" so it's easy to fit in your bag. With the Scor-Buddy it is very easy to make these gate fold cards.
The image was colored with Copic makers. The center of the flower was surrounded with I-Rock yellow crystals as was the corners.
Hope you enjoy todays card. Your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
The image as you can see is a Magnolia called "Tilda withRose". Very appropriate for a Valentines Day card. The corners of the card mat were run through a Fiskars hand crimper called "Wavey". Each corner was feed into the crimper as shown in the picture below.
If you don't have a crimper, you could also use you Scor-Pal. It might take alittle longer, but it will get the job done.
The flowers are from Michaels and are called "Boutique Fluer" from thier "Reflection" line of craft items. They look a little like the Wild Orchid collection and come in a full range of colors. A few dots of Stickles was added. The bow I actually made my self with out getting Rose involved. She said it was acceptable and I could go ahead and use it.
The sentiment was stamped directly on the image. I am not that happy with the results, but it will suffice.
Hope you enjoy my effort, and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Friday, February 4, 2011
The main colors for this card, brown and hot pink. I used a Cuddlebug embossing folder to emboss the mat. The embossing folder is call "Heart Blocks", which is very appropriate for this card.
I have to reveal one thing. When it comes to making bows, I get my wife to do them, she has it down to an art. The image was colored with my Copic Markers as usual.
Hope you enjoy my effort and will leave a comment.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Monday, January 31, 2011
I have one thing to say, "I've had enough of winter". With that said, I'll start thinking about spring.
The card I made today is of a lily. The stamp is from "The Stamping Studio" and from thier flower of month series. Which I enjoyed very much.
It was a quick card, but interesting to make. The lily was colored with copic markers. The flowers on the left side were hand made using a punch and some remaining paper from the card. I added some Stickles to the center of the flower.
Here is the card;
I was trying something different with the grounding colors on this card. Instead of straight one color shading, I have used two colors to for the grounding. First I dotted the area to be grounded, then I used the lighter to blend the dots. It gives it a little different effect.
My question is, "Do you like the effect or not"?
Remember you comments and questions are always welcome.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
I used the Fiskars punch mentioned above plus some "Spellbinders" dies. Here is a close-up of the image;
The orange diagonal stripe on the card was cut using the Fiskars punch. A few dots of Gold Stickles was added to the card to give it some bling. The image was colored with Copic Markers.
Your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Have a GREAT DAY!!!
Bob L.
