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Sometimes Things are Falling into Place

By KariV on October 31, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I have a card that is very much perfect for the year I’ve had. I created this card all around the most beautiful sentiment that says: “Sometimes when things are falling apart, they may actually be falling into place.”

Wow. What a great way to look at things. Here is the card I created with this sentiment.

I love this sentiment so much. Some of you know, but not many, that I was experiencing lots of pain in my hands and my neck that started last year. And this year, after many tests, x-rays, MRI, and doctors visits I was told by 2 different doctors that I had a life-threatening condition in my neck. It was caused by a chiropractor who cracked my neck in a way that my neck did not like!

I am now in physical therapy and other therapies to help alleviate the pain and get my neck back into the correct position. However, it takes time and there is no quick fix.

I did not mean to make this post about my physical challenges, but this sentiment sure makes me think about what this situation could really mean for my life.

I love this sentiment together with this stencil. I have a video on using this stencil and how it all came together. Watch it below or on YouTube:

I am grateful for the time I have to craft (even when it’s painful) and for the time I have to learn. I love how creating cards can be so healing and happy for me.

I have put together a list of the products I used on this card, in case you are interested. I use affiliate links when I can, and when you purchase using these links I may receive a small commission (at no additional cost to you). These little bits help me to keep bringing you projects and videos; and they also help to pay for my physical therapy costs. So I THANK YOU very very much if you use any of my links. <3

Thanks for stopping by!

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Double Stencil Technique

By KariV on October 1, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Hello! Today I am a part of Justine Hovey’s Video hop celebrating 50K followers on her channel! This is a hop with lots of prizes and many great techniques shared.

Today I am sharing the double stencil technique, which is a favorite of mine for an interesting background. Check out my video below or on YouTube. (Be sure to comment on my video and on all the videos in the hop to enter to win one of multiple $50 gift cards!)

First I will show you a few simple cards to share the technique. This works best when you have one stencil with a larger design, and one stencil with a smaller more detailed design.

First stencil the larger stencil, then place the smaller stencil over the top and use a darker color to stencil on the second one.

This technique is much more difficult to explain in a blog post, so I hope you will go check out the video.

Here are some more examples and cards I made using this technique:

For this one, I stenciled on the plaid design first with a light blue ink, then added the medallion stencil over top and used dark blue and purple inks.

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 will give this technique a try! I really have fun with it. It’s a great way to build up some backgrounds.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Geometric Love

By KariV on January 10, 2019 in Paper Crafting

Happy New Year! I took a little break between Christmas and New Years for some much needed time off! But I just got the new Hedgehog Hollow January Kit and I couldn’t wait to share! I have two videos for you today, the first one is the unveiling of the kit!!

And the second one is the first set of cards I made with this kit.

Check out the video below for the unveiling, or watch it on YouTube:

I really really LOVE this kit! The geometric shapes are a dream!

I just had to make some projects first using those chipboard pieces. Watch my video below or on YouTube for two ideas on using those chipboard cut outs: