Monday, May 29, 2017

FMS #289 - A Sara Thing (Paper Pumpkin)

Happy Memorial Day!!  It is a glorious day in North Texas to reflect on the service members that were willing and remain willing to sacrifice themselves for the safety and security of others. 
Thank-you!!

Today I am playing with the latest Freshly Made Sketches challenge #289.  Once I saw the sketch I knew I had to pull out my April Paper Pumpkin kit, A Sara Thing.  Here is what I came up with today.  This is another color wash card similar to my last post,  this time I used Stampin Up Watercolor Pencils and a wet brush. With the exception of a few embellishments everything I needed to create this card was included in the Paper Pumpkin kit.  How cool is that?


Card Measurements
 
Basic Black base 5 1/2 x 4 1/4
Whisper White layer 5 1/4 x 4
DSP and Watercolor layer 3 x 3
 


TIP: To add subtle splashes of color to my water colored background I dipped the brush in water and then added pigment directly from watercolor pencil to brush.  Then I flicked the bristles with my finger to achieve the desired look.  Here is a close up photo.

 


Thanks for stopping by my blog, Tea and Stamps, today. I hope you enjoyed viewing my project featuring A Sara Thing Paper Pumpkin kit.  Paper Pumpkin kits are a great way to get crafty without having to spend lots of money.  Each kit contains all you need to complete each project.  Currently Stampin UP is offering a 25% discount on a 3-month subscription for new enrollees.  Now is a great time to give Paper Pumpkin a try. If you would like learn more about Paper Pumpkin leave me a comment or drop me an e-mail at texdelch@hotmail.com.  You can also "Follow by Email" or become one of my "Followers" to keep up with my latest creations.

 
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Cathy Peck
Wichita Falls, TX
texdelch@Hotmail.com

Sunday, May 28, 2017

3-D Sunday: Happy Birthday Treat Box

Happy Sunday!! Today I am sharing a quick and simple 3D treat box that is perfect for any occasion.  I made this one for an upcoming birthday.  It would also make a great hostess gift or just a little something for a special friend.  I like to fill my with candy and a bit of cash on the bottom.  That makes for a great surprise.  Who doesn't like a little cash on their birthday.



Measurements:
Cardstock for box – 4 x 9 inches
Score All sides at 1 inch
On SHORT side score at 4, 5  inches
Designer Series Paper – 1 7/8 x 2 7/8
two pieces at 7/8 x 2 7/8
one piece at 7/8 x 1 7/8 
Scrap of Whisper White for sentiment
12 inches of ribbon or twine
 


TIP: To make a longer box add 1 or 2 inches to cardstock length.  Score at 1 inch all on all sides around. Locate SHORT side center and score to 1/2 inch to the left and right of center.  Adjust DSP sizes accordingly.  This is a great way to use up retired card stock and DSP. 

 

Thanks for stopping by my blog, Tea and Stamps, today. I hope you enjoyed viewing my project featuring Happy Birthday Treat Box inspired by Sam Hammonds.  It is easy to adjusted the sizes to make a box that will fit your needs.  If you would like learn more about the technique I used to make these boxes leave me a comment and you can also "Follow by Email" or become one of my "Followers" to keep up with my latest creations. 
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Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend!!

Cathy Peck
Wichita Falls, TX
texdelch@Hotmail.com

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

DOStamper STARs Thursday Challenge #232: Flourish Thinlets Color Wash

Welcome to this weeks DOStamper Stars Thursday Color Challenge #232. This week we are having a "Color My World" Challenge highlighting Melon Mambo, Old Olive and Crushed Curry. I used the three ink colors to create a color wash on my card layer and added die cut flowers using the Flourish Thinlits in coordinating cardstock colors. I think it is a lovely card.


Card Measurements: 
 
Basic Black base 5 1/2 x 4 1/4
Shimmery White layer 5 1/4 x 4
Vellum strip 1 x 4
Basic Black sentiment strip 5/8 x 3 1/2
 




 

Tip: Pinterest has several video examples of the Color Wash technique, I suggest you go there and find the technique that works best for you.  I took ink directly from ink pad and onto the paper with my aqua painter, making sure my aqua painter was not overly wet.  Shimmery White or Watercolor paper works best for this technique. Once I had the right amount of ink on the paper I let it dry for a bit and then flattened under a heavy book.

Thanks for stopping by my blog, Tea and Stamps, today. I hope you enjoyed viewing my project featuring Flourish Thinlets die with a color wash background.  If you would like learn more about the technique I used leave me a comment and you can also "Follow by Email"  or  become one of my "Followers" to keep up with my latest creations. 

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Cathy Peck
Wichita Falls, TX
texdelch@Hotmail.com

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