Side Step Card

This month at Technique Time Tuesday we are bringing you the Side Step Card

If you haven't had a chance to make this card, I encourage you to play along with us this month

This technique is really fun to do and you can be really creative with your card

You will find a wonderful video tutorial by Mynnette on the blog,

along with the measurements you will need

Here's my card...

  

To make my card I used kraft cardstock, cutting and scoring using the measurements in the tutorial

Solid cream and navy cardstock are scraps from my stash

My designer paper is from a 6 x 6 paper pack by Authentique called PRIDE

Sentiment from Jaded Blossom - Bless the USA inked with Outdoor Denim and Cranberry

Cricut - Ultimate Creative Series Sampler cartridge used for the solider cut at 3-1/2"

I also used George and Basic Shapes cartridge for the stars, cut at 1" and 2"

I gave it a little SPARKLE by adding red adhesive rhinestones

And finished the card with a star and red button tied with navy floss


Make sure to check out the rest of the INSPIRATION by the other Design Team members
Watch the Tutorial, Gather your supplies and get CREATIVE!

I am looking forward to seeing what you come up with for you SIDE STEP CARD

Thanks for coming by today - Catch the Frenzy! - Karen >^..^<



Caught in Crystal

First Tuesday of the month brings a new technique to try from Technique Time Tuesday

 

CAUGHT IN CRYSTAL

 

I have never tried this technique before, so I was  excited to create my card

I have to say I was a little stressed, as I only have 3 Distress re-inkers and NO Stazon ink

So I had to be extra clever with my creation
I just bought a new car and couldn't justify buying more product, you know how that is!

 

Here's my card...

 

 

After several attempts to stamp the image onto the acetate/transparency,

I ended up stamping my image, which is a really old CTMH stamp from the Floral Thank You set

This is a set from way, way back, wood mounted

Anyway, I inked it with black Versa Craft ink onto my card stock

I then put it into my copier and copied the image onto the transparency

What's a Girl to do? I was running out of time and stressing BIG TIME!

 

I followed the wonderful tutorial Mynnette has provided for us on the blog - CHECK IT OUT

 

I gathered all my supplies and went to work...

I used Distress ink - Worn Lipstick, which I think is actually too dark with my papers

However, I really think the technique was FUN to try and I liked the look of the finished square

Again, just too dark with the papers

 

It is what it is... and I will give it a try again

 

My papers are from Echo Park - la Ballet du Grand - mini kit

pink Washi tape and rhinestones finished the card

 

I ended up with really messy hands even though I used the plastic baggie idea Mynnette suggested

 

I invite you to try your hand at the CAUGHT IN CRYSTAL technique this month

I can't wait to see what you make and share with us

 

Thanks for coming by and taking a peek

 

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

Thinking of You

Today I have a new card showcasing our monthly technique at Technique Time Tuesday

 

We have been playing around with the Shaving Cream Technique

 

What a lot of FUN! 

It's been years since I made a card using this technique for my background

I hope you will give it a try and make sure to check out the TUTORIAL on the blog

As well as the rest of the Design Team wonderful creations for some inspiration

 

Here's my card...

 

I used Tim Holtz Distress Ink re-inkers in the following colors:

Worn Lipstick

Dusty Concord

Broken China

 

I started with a White A2 card with teal CS layered on top

I trimmed my Shaving Cream paper into a 2" x 5" panel

Added sentiment using black ink on a white oval shape

Which was cut from my Cricut cartridge - George and Basic Shapes

 

To finish the card:  

3 teal flowers with Basic Grey Candy Buttons in the center

And a Pink ribbon bow at the fold

 

Thanks for stopping by today...

I hope you will play along this month and show us your Shaving Cream creations

 

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

Triple Stamping with TTT

It's the first Tuesday of the month and that means a new Technique over at Technique Time Tuesday

 

Are you ready to Learn Something New?

 

Well, this months technique might not be new for all of you,

 but it is always FUN to revisit a technique from time to time

For me, it's been years since I have created a card using the TRIPLE STAMPING technique

I really love the way my card turned out...

 

 

 

 

I decided to make what I call a LONG card... which measures 3-1/2" x 8-1/2" Yellow card base

My layers for the triple stamping are:

3" x 5-1/2", 2" x 4-1/2", 1" x 3-1/2"

The black cardstock is cut 1/8" larger on all sides of all 3 pieces

I layered a piece of  black with white dots designer paper cut at  3-1/2" x 3"

 

My image is by Josephine Kimberling for Impress

I colored the image with Copic markers in the following colors:

BV13, BV31, Y11, Y15, Y17, YG41, YG63

 

To finish my card:  a yellow ribbon/bow, metal tag with sentiment and lots of adhesive pearls

 

 I hope you enjoy my card and will be inspired to join us this month

Make sure to check out the Tutorial  over at the TTT blog

You will also find more Inspirational Cards by the rest of the Design Team

 

Thanks for stopping by today - Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

Technique Time Tuesday

Here to share with you on the first Tuesday of the month for Technique Time Tuesday

Our technique this month is... Faux Frame

 

Supplies used:

Paper from Simple Stories - 6 x 6 pad - Fabulous

Chocolate and Desert Sand ink

Copic makers:  R22, R32, BG15, BG34, E00

I used my Circuit cartridge - Elegant Edges to create my frame, as I do not have any nesting dies

Image very old Close to My Heart stamp

Sentiment from - Verve - Purely Sentimental

Finishing touches include pink cardstock banner and pink adhesive pearls

 

This is a really Quick and Fun Technique with great results

I hope you will have a chance to join us this month

Make sure to check out the tutorial Mynnette has created, as well as all the Design Team samples

Be INSPIRED, get CREATIVE and try something NEW

 

Make sure to check out my second post today for Try Stampin' on Tuesday

 

Thanks for coming by today.  I hope you enjoyed my cards.

 

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

Technique Time Tuesday...a little late

Good Evening everyone...so sorry to be posting my monthly Technique Time Tuesday post late

Working 3 weeks of overtime,  and my nieces wedding in San Francisco, which was so FUN!

I just didn't task my time well this month, however my card is done now

 

This month at Technique Time Tuesday we are sharing our creations using a technique called

 

Faux Cloisonne

 

Louise is our hostess this month and she is offering a fabulous prize for our October Top Winner

 

Check out the Tutorial Mynnette has put together

 

Here's my card...

 

The rest of the Design Team have some FABULOUS cards to share, as well as our Guest Designer

Please stop by and check it out and I invite you to join us this month for Faux Cloisonne

I look forward to seeing your creations

 

Thanks for coming by today - Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

 

Technique Time Tuesday

 

Today is the first Tuesday of the month, which brings a new technique for you to try

 

This month at Technique Time Tuesday we are playing with a technique called...

 

Faux Silk

 

Here's my Design Team card I made using the Faux Silk technique

 

 

Both the flower image and sentiment are from Close to My Heart (old stamps from my stash)

I used White and Kraft cardstock for my card

The image was colored using my Copic markers:  BG10, BG15, BG23

I finished the card with 3 different Washi tapes

Lavender adhesive rhinestones and lavender floss

I also added a touch of glitter to the center of the flower

 

This is a close up of the flower so that you can see the texture you get with this technique

 

Make sure to check out the tutorial on the blog

I know you will be inspired by the creations the Design Teams has shared

I hope you will be able to join in and play along this month

It is always so much fun to learn a new technique and share with others

I look forward to seeing what you all come up with using the Faux Silk technique

 

Thanks for stopping by today - Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

 

 



Technique Time Tuesday - Smackin' Acetate

It's the first Tuesday of the month, which means a new technique challenge at...

 

Technique Time Tuesday

 

 

This month is my turn to host the challenge - the Technique I chose is called...

 

SMACKIN' ACETATE

Make sure to check out the TUTORIAL video on the blog,

as well as the wonderful creations by the rest of the Design Team

 

Here's my card...

 

Ink colors used are Dutch Blue, Watermelon, Hydrangea from Close to My Heart

All papers are from my stash of scraps

Stamps: from my old collection of Close to My Heart - Treasured Life D1306

 

I experimented with using glossy cardstock, which gave me more movement with the water/ink

This resulted in more coverage on the paper and a great blended look once the paper was dry

I think this technique is really fun and can give you a varied look with the type of paper you use

 

And here is a second card I made...

 

 

Ink colors used are Sunny Yellow, Sunflower, Orange from Close to My Heart

All papers are from my stash of scraps

Stamps: from my old collection of Close to My Heart - Beware D1381

 

Now it's your turn to play around with the SMACKIN' ACETATE technique

REMEMBER to watch the TUTORIAL and check out the INSPIRATION from the Design Team

Don't be afraid to try different color combinations and types of paper

Have FUN with it - I look forward to seeing what you come up with

 

Thanks for stopping by today...

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

 

I'll be entering the Floral card in the following challenges:

Make My Monday - Silhouettes

My Craft Creation - Ribbons and Bows

Penny Black and More - August Challenge - In the Garden

Ladybug Crafts - Something Floral

 

I'll be entering the Oct. 31st card in the following challenges:

Sweet Stamps Blog - #129 - Silhouettes

Make My Monday - Silhouettes

Little Blue Button Stamps - Use twine or rope

Sparkles Monthly Challenge - #46 Autumn Colors

It's Technique Time Tuesday

Maybe you noticed I have been gone for a month, maybe not!

 

Either way...I am so excited to finally be spending time in my creative space and making cards again.

Life was a little hectic the past couple of months, with no time to devote to creating, oh so sad!

 

New job - 3 months into it and I absolutely LOVE it!

Positive, Drama Free and wonderful co-workers.

 

My fathers 5 days a week, for 7 weeks of radiation is complete!

Myself, hubby & siblings took turns driving dad each day to his appointments, a lot of miles.

He is doing great - skin graph on his neck is healing well.

 

One year anniversary of my Mother's passing on Mother's Day last year - it was an emotional time.

We celebrated Mother's Day this year at her graveside.

Lot's of flowers and a hummingbird showed up - she would have loved that!

 

Anyway, that is what has been going on with me these past couple of months

 

Now it's my turn to share with you a new technique for my DT at Technique Time Tuesday

 

Blurred Vision Stamping

 

 

I used 3 older Close to My Heart images from the set - C1397 Smiles

White A2 card with Watermelon cardstock - which I stamped up using the same flower

I used Watermelon and Topiary water based dye ink also from CTMH

 

Make sure you check out the Tutorial for directions on how to do the Blurred Vision Stamping

I used a paint brush for this technique

Note:  When using my water brush, too much water, causing a big, messy puddle on the paper

 

I finished my card by adding pink gingham paper to the center

Layered the stem and leaf image over the top, cut out the flower and used mounting tape to adhere

Green ribbon with bow tied to hold metal tag with sentiment

A yellow button for the flower center

 

I hope you will take a moment to visit Technique Time Tuesday

and see what the rest of the Design Team created for your inspiration.

Now it's your turn to be inspired, maybe get out of your comfort zone and try something new.

I look forward to seeing what you come up with using the Blurry Vision Technique

 

Take care and have a Terrific Tuesday!

 

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

A Birthday Blog Hop for...

 

The Design Team at Technique Time Tuesday is hosting a blog hop with birthday cards for

MYNNETTE

 

And of course there will be BLOG CANDY for one lucky winner!

 

 In order to have a chance to win, visit each blog, leave a comment on each one, including this one

One of the sites will be randomly chosen

and

We will randomly choose a winner from the comments on that site, using Random.org

To celebrate, we all chose our favorite technique of the year and made a special card for Mynnette  To see which technique each of us chose and to have a chance to win some BLOG CANDY

Follow the list below to hop along

 

I chose to make a Dahlia Fold Flower Card, which is our new technique for the month of May

 

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MYNNETTE

Technique Time Tuesday  - (Start Here)

 

Ellen - In a World of Craft

 

Karen - Simply Frenzied  - YOU ARE HERE    

Die Amelie - Von Pappe II

Louise - Cats Cards and Cupcakes

Karen p - Stamping in pINK

Rocky - Rocky's Crafting Blog

      

Hayley - Hayley's Paper Garden    

Nancy - The Trinket Collector

 

Julz - Ribbons & Julz

Tracey - Serene Stamper

Katy - I Like to Cut and Paste

Adrienne Crist - Paper Diva Scraps

Want to Hop some more?

 

The Inkspirational DT is also hopping for Mynnette's birthday!

Technique Time Tuesday

The first Tuesday of the month means a new Technique to share for Technique Time Tuesday

 

Water Stamping

I hope you enjoy my card, especially because I worked really hard
I was NOT having a good crafty weekend :(

 

I have to admit that I tried 4 times before I got my sponged background colors just right

I have some well used sponges and realized that I need to buy some new ones or a blending tool

 

I used Close to My Heart inks in the following colors:

Amethyst, Bubblegum and Sunny Yellow

To go along with this wonderful ribbon I had in my stash

 

Then I tried some more just to get the right water stamped impression

Some of the images I chose just were not making good impressions on my paper

Yeah! I FINALLY had success with this background swirl stamp I had in my drawer

 

Oh My!...You should see the mess I left on my desk! 

 

Don't be afraid to try this technique, I am HAPPY I stuck it out and got it done

 

I hope you will check out the rest of the Design Team creations over at the challenge blog

It's so much FUN to get inspired to try something new when you see the possibilities

 

I can't wait to see what you come up with

 

Thanks for stopping by today - Catch the Frenzy! - Karen

Technique Time Tuesday

New Flash...

I am now a Crew Member for Technique Time Tuesday

 

 

I am so excited to be a part of this Crew, working with Mynnette and the rest of the Crew.

And I am really looking forward to sharing technique with you, on the first Tuesday of each month.

It's been awhile since I have really created using techniques, so this should be FUN!

 

So let's get started...

 

This months challenge is using the technique - Brick Wall

Make sure to check out the tutorial and the inspiration on the blog. 

I hope you will be inspired to create your own Brick Wall card and play along.

 

Here's my card...

 

 

I started with A2 Kraft cardstock

Stamped my image (from Close to My Heart - Aspiration #C1340) on Ivory cardstock

Ink- Chocolate and Cranberry

After cutting my Brick Wall - I sponged around the bricks using Chocolate ink

Sentiment also from Close to My Heart - Solo "L"

 

Other supplies:

Adhesive pearls, ribbon, metal tag, safety pin

 

Be inspired to learn a NEW TECHNIQUE and join us for this months challenge.

I look forward to seeing your creations.

 

Catch the Frenzy! - Karen