Rudolph sends Christmas Wishes

IF you can believe it, I made this card in July and am just now posting it (actually, I posted it in July but dated it to show up today)! So, this is in the current mini and all the little images are so cute. I used a double embossing technique for this card that I found here.

Thanks Debbie for sharing! I wanted a simple yet fun card that might be my card for everyone this year. Don't know if this one is it yet, but it is in the running. I used Real Red, Lucky Limeade and Whisper White with the embossed Crumb Cake.

Accordian Flowers and Technique

Here is a quick and simple card that uses a technique that I had not ever tried before. It is the accordian-folded flower technique that I got directly from Stampin' Up! I am going to give you the link here and challenge you to try it. It is great for those little strips of designer series papers (DSP) that end up too often in the trash. Click here for the technique link and happy stamping!

Crayon Resist Technique

Crayon Resist is a fun technique that is simple to do and requires very few tools. Try it! Here are the basics.

Directions:

1) Stamp your image in Basic Black Classic ink or StazOn ink on Glossy White card stock.

2) Color areas you want to remain white--or that you want different from your background color--using a Whisper White or other light-colored Watercolor Wonder Crayon.

3) Use a brayer or sponge daubers to cover the entire surface of the card stock with ink.

4) Wipe off excess ink with a tissue.

Tips:
Give the ink time to dry before coloring your image with your crayon; otherwise the lines of your image may smudge.

After Step 4, you can color over the masked area with Stampin' Write markers or using watercolor tools.

Cracked Glass Technique

Here is a demonstration of a fun technique, Cracked Glass. I have done this as a technique class and if you missed it or just need a refresher -check it out here.

Directions:

1) Stamp your image, and cut card stock to desired size.

2) Apply VersaMark ink to entire piece of card stock using a brayer or direct-to-paper technique.

3) Sprinkle Glassy Glaze Enamel Stampin' Emboss powder over entire piece of card stock. Tap off excess powder, and melt remaining powder using heat tool. If you're creating a small accent piece, use the tweezers from the Crafters' Tool Kit to hold your card stock.

4) For small images, sprinkle on additional powder while the image is still hot. For larger images, allow card stock to cool and apply more VersaMark ink before sprinkling more powder over the image. Repeat up to four times.

5) Put your card stock in the freezer for a minute or two to ensure the glaze has cooled completely.

6) Remove card stock from freezer, and bend back and forth until the enameled layer cracks. Continue bending different portions of the card stock until you've achieved the look you desire.

Wonderful Watercolor Class

Here is a sneak preview of the watercoloring class I have been talking about for a while. We will make a great little "pizza" box that will hold 4 darling little 3x3 cards that will be great to attach to little gifts. We will be exploring with watercolor crayons, watercolor pencils and aqua painters and blender pens. Everyone will go home with their own new blender pen and all the goodies that they have made. This class is scheduled to be done on Saturday, June 20th from 10-12ish at my home. Space is limited so you will want to RSVP early. I am charging $20 for this class. I hope you will be able to make it!

Shaving Cream Delight

We made this great card at my last Technique class. The technique was an oldie but goodie...shaving cream. It is always fun to pull out the shaving cream to add colors and swirl up a bunch of good, clean fun! This was no exception. The colors worked together so well to make up a quick and beautiul card. If you want to know more about this technique or other classes I am offering, drop me a line! I would love to hear from you.

Dry Embossing Technique

In this technique you can add that little flair to all your projects by
embossing on your cardstock. All you need i a light board, a metal
embossing plate and a stylus. Lightly secure your embossing llate to the light board with tape. Then after running wax paper on your cardstock, use your stylus to add dimension to your card.

When dry embossing a large open area, press only around the edges of the template, not the entire open area.
If a colored raised image is desired, replace the brass template on the raised side of the card stock. It will act as a mask to protect the un-raised surfaces. Apply color from ink pads or Stampin' Pastels using a small sponge or sponge dauber.