I don't use Distress Oxides very often but when I do, it's almost always on kraft. I love the intensity of color you get, even on a darker cardstock. Lifting away the stencil is almost magical with oxides, kinda like watching embossing powder melt or lifting away a mask when stamping. Or, like lifting away … Continue reading Distress Oxides & Hot Foiling with White on Kraft
As card makers, we sometimes have to make cards for occasions that aren't joyous or celebratory. When someone you know experiences a loss, you hope to provide just a little bit of comfort with the card you make and the condolences you give. Today, I'm sharing one of those cards. Using floral stamps and dies … Continue reading Watercolor Florals with Gold Accents
Hello! Today I'm sharing all the details of this gorgeous card featuring the Peony Dreams coordinating set of stamps, dies and stencils from The Stamp Market. This happens to be my first project using products from The Stamp Market and the detail in the stamps is amazing! The images look so realistic that it was … Continue reading Peony Dreams (and my first blog post!)
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