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Cards with Ephemera & Layering Stencils

By on August 10, 2021 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I’m sharing two cards over on the Hedgehog Hollow blog using the new August Kit! This kit is filled with beautiful fall images and stencils…and don’t forget about all that wonderful ephemera!

I have a video to share everything that comes in the kit and two cards using only the stencils and ephemera! Watch it below or in HD on YouTube:

I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support! 








		
		
			
			
		
	





Thanks for stopping by today! Check out all the details at the Hedgehog Hollow Blog and my video (linked above). <3






	

	

		
   
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Copic Coloring Flamingos
By  on August 9, 2021  in Paper Crafting   

	

	    

Hello! You might already know that I love flamingos! I love stamps of flamingos, I love coloring flamingos and I love making flamingo cards. A couple months ago, I shared a Flamingo Silhouette stamp and how to layer stencils with it (see that video HERE).





Today, I have a NEW stamp that is perfect for COLORING! This “Flirty Flamingos” stamp set was just announced TODAY, so if you like it…head on over and get yourself a set before it sells out!





I am sharing my FAVORITE color combination for coloring flamingos in my latest video. Watch it below or in HD on YouTube:














		
		
			
			
		
	





I LOVE this new stamp set (designed by Alex Syberia) and it’s a blast to color! I paired it with a leaf stencil from Maker Forte, and gold heat embossed the top portion of the sentiment to really stand out.






		
		
			
			
		
	





That flower crown on the flamingo on the right is so unique and easy to color as well. I finished it all off with an enamel heart. Did you notice how I colored the one on the right a bit darker shade of pink/coral? I wanted them to be a little bit different. (I’m guessing that one on the right has eaten more shrimp! Lol)





I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support! 












		
		
			
			
		
	





Thanks for stopping by today! I hope you enjoyed this flamingo project. 🙂

	

	

		
   
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High Heels & Purses!
By  on August 5, 2021  in Paper Crafting   

	

	    

Hello! I’m back with another fun set from the Maker Forte new release. This is another favorite of mine, designed by Alex Syberia (and you know I’m a big fan of Alex Syberia!)





This set is called “Be In Vogue” and it has some beautiful images. I created two cards this time, with some bold colors and designs!





CARD 1






		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	





I used the beautiful (and foilable) zebra print paper from THIS paper pack. Then I stamped out the pair of shoes with THIS ink.





I stamped and gold heat embossed the supporting images: the purse, sunglasses, and perfume. Then I watercolored them using THIS ink.





The sentiment was gold heat embossed, too, to bring it all together.





CARD 2





For my second card, I chose a few of the smaller images to create a sort of patterned paper. I used a variety of ink colors for this one and a bunch of gem colors, too!






		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	





I really love the sentiment on this one! Those sunglasses in FOG ink are just awesome! I cut this down to mat on a hot pink cardstock.





I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support! 












		
		
			
			
		
	





Hope you enjoyed this one! 

	

	

		
   
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What’s Shaking?
By  on August 2, 2021  in Uncategorized   

	

	    

Hello! Today I have a couple very bright and happy cards for you! These are using products from the new release from Maker Forte…and they are some of my favorites yet!! 





These are both cards made with the new set called Take A Sip, and they are designed by my friend Jessica Francisco! The set includes some ADORABLE images of shakes, lemonades, and sodas….and I even think there’s a margarita in there. They are so fun to color, too!






		
		
			
			
		
	
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I paired it with a coordinating sentiment set that has all kinds of punny sayings you can use on your cards.





Watch the video below or in HD on YouTube to get all the details of how to make that background and my favorites to color in the images:













I made a second card, too because I had soooo many images I colored!






		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	





I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support! 












		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	





I hope you enjoyed today! GO check out the new release and be sure to check out my FAVORITES: Take a Sip, Square Matrix Die, Soda-Lightful, Boho Arrow Stencil, and of course the INK!! Everything is just so yummy

	

	

		
   
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You’re Still Hot: Quick Birthday Card
By  on July 31, 2021  in Paper Crafting   

	

	    

Hello! I have a fun birthday card to share today with a new stamp set called “Perfect Match.” This set is a smaller set and is filled with fun sentiments. I especially love the one that says “You’re Still hot, it just comes in flashes now.” 





Ha ha ha! That’s the one that I ended up using on my card today. Watch the video below or in HD on YouTube:













I’m sharing some fun resources and TIPS for creating quick birthday cards. For example, if you are in a hurry for a card, try using patterned paper instead of creating your own background.





Also, use larger sentiments or alpha dies to fill up the card.






		
		
			
			
		
	






		
		
			
			
		
	





Can you see the glitter I added to the matches and flames? I love my Stardust Stickles!






		
		
			
			
		
	





I’m often asked what supplies I use to make my cards and projects, so I’ve put together a list using affiliate links when possible. If you make a purchase with these links I may receive a small commission. These help me to keep up with blog costs and continue bringing you fun projects. Thank you so much for your support! 












		
		
			
			
		
	





Thanks for stopping by today!

	

	

		
   
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