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No-Coloring Cards

Happy Friday!  It’s Jules of Paper Gems by Jules back on the blog to share a no-coloring card idea I had using one of my favorite Sentiment Kits, Hello Fresh Start (Jan. 2021) and another favorite background stamp, Wonky Stripes Background.  These cards are simple to make and have lots of details.

To start, I stamp the Wonky Stripes background stamp onto white card stock.  I used Gina K Designs Innocent Pink ink and did it a few times to make it bold.  Next, I die cut it using the largest die of the Scallops & Rectangles Nesting Die set.  Using the same Innocent Pink Ink, I shaded in a piece of scrap and then stamped the sentiment using VersaFine Clair in Nocturne.  Using a black ink spray, I did some light splatters.

For the next layer, I stamped the floral from the Hello Fresh Start Sentiment Kit using VersaMark and Gold Nuvo Embossing Powder.  Next, I fussy cut the floral and used the stitched rectangle die from the nesting set. (Tip: When die cutting an edge on this floral, I let parts pop out so that they don’t get cut.)  I used the same die to trim down the sentiment as a banner, so they all have that stitched edge.  Adhere each piece with thin foam tape.

Using the same techniques, I made a second card with In the Navy Ink by Gina K.  Another added embellishment was gold string and complimentary sequins.  On this card, I added the floral image and sentiment on the left side.

These cards can be easily reproduced and have lots of detail without any coloring.  And how great is it that Unity has so many things that can create lots of layers.  Here’s a quick list of supplies:

Thank you so much for stopping by today and I hope you’ve found some inspiration.  Make sure to post any cards you make using these ideas on the Facebook {Show & Tell} page.

Until next time… have a Crafty Weekend!

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Backgrounds for Guys and Gals

Happy Friday!  Today I’m sharing an awesome background stamp called “Dance with Denim” that can be used in so many ways.  Below there are two cards using this stamp as a background stamp on navy card stock to create a feminine and masculine card… because we all rock denim!

This first card was inspired by my son (I’m sure some of you can relate).  He’s 23 now and recently moved out.  Just the other day he was telling how he was washing the dishes with such pride.  It totally made me smile.  So I made this card using the “Loads and Loads” stamp set.  But putting the denim background in navy it kept with the theme of the card.

For this card, I wiped off the smile and the lettering on the washing machine stamp.   I wanted it to look a little more like a regular. washing machine.  I also fussy cut the socks and threw them everywhere… just like he used to. LOL

For my second card, these bright, cheery florals from the January 2021 Sentiment Kit: … Hello Fresh Start” make this same denim background appear differently.  I stamped the the background again using Gina K’s “In the Navy” ink giving that subtle tone on tone look.  For the floral, I colored it with Copics.  In order to get the full gradient of yellow to orange, I used: YR07, YR16, Y38, Y17 & Y08.

The bright orange just stands out so much over the navy blue… and what’s better than roses and jeans.  Loving this combo.

Another way to use this awesome background is to use it for paper piecing.  Stamp “Dance with Denim” and then stamp the image you’d like to have denim.  Fussy cut and apply.

I love a versatile stamp that you can use in multiple ways.  “Dance with Denim” is totally one of those, so make sure you’ve got it in your stash!

Thanks so much for joining me today and I hope you’ve found some inspiration.  Until next time…

Happy Crafting!