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Stenciling the Mad Hatter

By KariV on March 27, 2021 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I’m sharing a fun project with a new stencil paired with the Mad Hatter from Miss Ink Stamps. Have you ever tried stamping over a stenciled pattern? This is fun and offers some interesting looks to your stamp.

I have a video showing you how this is done successfully, watch it below or in HD on YouTube:

This was a fun project to finally complete. This idea has been in my head for weeks! I love how the stencil design shines through on the tea pot and his clothes and face. This may not be the ideal technique for some stamps…but We’re All Mad Here and this crazy look works!

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 finished off this card with black pearls, which I thought was kind of fitting. Here’s the conversation I had in my head about this: Johnny Depp played the Mad Hatter in Alice and Wonderland, and he also played Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Carribean. The pirate ship was called the Black Pearl…so these definitely belong on this card! Lol. I had lots of fun with this card. Hope you enjoyed!

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Slimline Card Secrets

By KariV on March 23, 2021 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I’m over at the Maker Forte Blog sharing some great Slimline Card Secrets.

I have a video, too, and you can watch it below or in HD on YouTube:

For all the details, head over to the Maker Forte Blog here.

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Easter Cards: Easy Gel Press Backgrounds

By KariV on March 18, 2021 in Easter, Holidays, Paper Crafting

Hello! Have you ever used a gel press? Today I’m going to show you some fast and easy backgrounds for Easter cards using the Gel Press. These are so fun to make (and you can make a lot of them in just one sitting)!

I had such a great time making these, and I think the easiest way to show you how, is with a video! So watch my instructional video below or in HD on YouTube:

I think you get such a smooth, easy transition of colors with the gel press that you really can’t get any other way! All you need is a Gel Press, a brayer, and some of your favorite Distress Oxide colors.

If you have never used a gel press before, don’t worry: this is just perfect for a beginner! And if you have used one before, I also share some ways to get a more interesting and detailed result!

But be careful: these techniques can get very addicting! Be sure to watch the video for all the details. Happy Easter!

Thanks for stopping by!

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Shamrock Stencil

By KariV on March 16, 2021 in Holidays, St. Patrick's Day

Hello! Today I have a fun Shamrock Stencil to share, along with a bunch of cards using it. I’m creating with foil, glitter, and ink blending (oh my)! Not to mention, I share the fastest, easiest watercolor technique.

It’s all in the video below, or watch it in HD on YouTube:

I loved creating with this stencil. Lately, I’ve just been making so many cards with the same supplies. If you’ve been watching my videos, you might have noticed that trend: lots of cards in every video! But I love creating cards, and trying to make many ideas with one set of tools.

I think this glittered background is my favorite of the bunch…I love glittery, shiny cards. 🙂

But this one is a close second! I love the look of Kaleidoscope Powder on a dark background. Look how shiny and shimmery they are! This one uses two colors: Neptune and Limewired. I show you how to use it in my video.

Of course, I love an ink blended background and this Perfect Blend paper makes it SO easy!

A little foiled sentiment is always welcome, too! Or even a foiled background, like in the next two cards:

How cute is that little mouse? All these images are watercolored with Zigs, and I share how easy it is in my video, too.

I hope you enjoyed these bright, rainbow, glittery, and inked cards today! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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Stencil Ideas you Might Not Think of

By KariV on March 13, 2021 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I have a video sharing Five Stencil Ideas you Might Not Think of. I’m sharing some new stencils from Miss Ink Stamps that are so beautiful and delicate.

Normally, with stencils like this, I would recommend using Pixie Spray. But I found a new tool that I LOVE for holding stencils in place. I’m sharing all the details and the stencil techniques in my video below:

This Alice card might be my favorite paired with the Heirloom Blooms stencil. I used a selective stenciling technique and added a little sparkle!

For this card, I doubled up on the stencils: using Basket Case as the base and added some Heirloom Blooms. This is easy and fun…and I share it all in the video!

A picture doesn’t do this one justice! I used the new Kaleidoscope Stencil with sticky embossing powder and added glitter! The Dazzle Dust changes from a pink glitter to iridescent and it is beautiful.