• Challenges,  Coloring,  Holiday cards,  Technique

    Wonderfully Wicked for a Challenge

    This week’s Global Design Project is a CASE (Copy And Selectively Edit) Manuela’s card uses stars. But the spiders were too cute not to use. Did you know that you could add more sparkle to the Shimmery Crystal Effects (150892)? Yes, you can with the Stampin’ Glitter Dazzling Diamonds (133751). Apply when still wet and let dry. I can tell you that you will not miss that SHINY spider… I hear you asking… how did I get the “WICKED” colors like that… You will need Thick Whisper White cardstock (140272), Highland Heather Ink pad (147103) and Granny Apple Green Ink pad (147095). Also, you will want to put something under…

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    Global Design Challenge #180

    Today’s card is for the Global Design Project #gdp180. Thank you to our inspiring designer Stesha Bloodhart. CASE meaning Copy and Selectively Edit. Stesha’s card inspired the simplicity and location of the focal point of my card. Using the Beauty Abounds Bundle (150617), Crackle Paint (148752), Crumb Cake, Soft Sea Foam and Rich Razzleberry cardstock/ink, Dazzling Diamonds and the Crumb Cake twine from the rooted with nature set. Working on the background first, the crackle is stamped on Crumb Cake with the Soft Sea Foam Ink, then add the “bubbles” in Crumb Cake for the larger set and Soft Sea Foam the smaller. Have you tried breaking up the Large…