An Inked & Tiled Note

Here’s some Clean & Simple weekend inspiration for you.

The Inked & Tiled Bundle was still on my craft table when I sat down to make a card for my weekend post. I decided to create a CAS card (Clean And Simple) with the images from the stamp set. Of course, Wild Wheat had to be in the mix. I imagined it with the leaf spray image. It’s an amazing color. I paired it with Moody Mauve and Gray Granite.

Gray Granite softened the look of the card and I wanted a clean look.

Today’s Card Pieces & Parts

  • Take a look at the image above. I punched the sentiment banner using the Inked & Tiled Punch. The sentiment is stamped with Gray Granite ink. Once stamped, I cut the ends off the punched image and created the sentiment banner. It’s size worked so well for a Clean and Simple sentiment.
  • I cut a Basic White top fold card base 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″.
  • The offset Wild Wheat cardstock layer is 3 1/4″ x 5 1/4″.
  • I cut the top Basic White stamped layer 3 3/4″ x 5″.
  • The ssentiment is attached with Mini Dimensionals.
  • I formed a bow using Gray Granite Baker’s Twine.
  • A few 2023-2025 In Color Dots finished the card.

A CAS card is Clean And Simple – It has lots of white space, minimal or no layers and minimal embellishments. I love to create with layers, and love to add lots of elements to my cards, but to me, a CAS card is always eye=catching. This quick and easy design can take you to many of the stamps you already have. So, remember…

… the only limitation is your imagination!

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Queen Bee Is Back In Stock

Today’s card is a CAS/SIP Card! CAS is an acronym for Clean and Simple, and SIP is an acronym for Stamps, Ink and Paper. A Clean and Simple card is one that has lots of white space, minimal layers, and little or no embellishments. I created this design with nothing more than ink stamped onto cardstock. Of course, the beautiful images in the Queen Bee stamp set helped a lot!

Today’s Card Parts & Pieces

  • I cut a Basic White card base 11″ x 4 1/4″‘ and scored at 5 1/2″.
  • I die cut the top Basic White layer using one of my Deckled Rectangle Dies. The layer measures about 3″ x 4 1/4″.
  • On the die cut layer, I stamped the images as follows:
    • With Crumb Cake ink and the “type print” image, I stamped off once onto the bottom right of the card layer, then stamped off once directly in the center of the card layer, then stamped again onto the top left corner of the layer.
    • I stamped the large Mango Melody flower image directly over the Crumb Cake images.
    • Then I stamped the bee image with Starry Sky ink as shown over the Crumb Cake and Mango Melody images.
    • Next, I stamped the crown with Rich Razzleberry ink at the top left of the bee.
    • Then, I stamped the Parakeet Party flower on the right side of the bee.
    • I stamped the sentiment with Crumb Cake ink.
  • For a little interest and to highlight the deckled edge on the layer, I added a little Starry Sky ink to the edges with a Sponge Dauber.
  • Finally, I shaded the bee’s heart with a Light Parakeet Party Blend.
  • The top layer is adhered to the card base with Dimensionals.

This is such a quick and easy card to create, and it was refreshing to just stamp ink to paper.

So, our Queen Bee is back. Get your stamps, stamp the images on a cardstock layer and create a Clean Vintage card just to say “Hello”.

… the only limitation is your imagination!

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Lovliest Layers – Masking Technique

Today’s post is about using layering color to create beautiful images. This “masking technique” is done with the Loveliest Layers Decorative Masks. I thought the “masked” flower would be a perfect focal point for a Mini Slimline card. I put together a PDF Tutorial you can print to help you navigate this technique. You can find the Tutorial at the end of this post.

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You would be surprised at how quick and easy it is to create this pretty masked flower, and highlight it with the stenciled background. You can get the product details for these masks in the product description below.

Today’s Card Pieces And Parts

  • I cut a 7″ square using Thick Basic White cardstock, and scored at 3 1/2″.
  • This size card fits perfectly into a Monarch envelope. I got mine on Amazon.
  • I used the basket weave stencil (positioned horizontally), Pool Party ink, and a Blending Brush to create the background on the front of the card base.
  • On a separate piece of Basic White cardstock, I used the flower base mask, Petal Pink ink, and a Blending Brush.
  • The shading in the flower is done using the top flower mask, Calypso Coral ink, and a Blending Brush.
  • On a second piece of Basic White cardstock, I masked the leaves using Soft Sea Foam and Old Olive ink.
  • I fussy cut the flower and leaves.
  • I attached some Pool Party 3/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon to the right side of the card front, then adhered the flower with Dimensionals.
  • The leaves are attached with glue and tucked under the flower.
  • I stamped the sentiment with Calypso Coral ink onto a 1/2″ x 3 1/2″ strip of white cardstock and turked it under the flower on top of the ribbon.

The Inside Story

  • The sentiment (from the Something Fancy stamp set) is stamped with Calypso Coral ink.
  • The strip across the bottom is 1/2″ x 6″.
  • The little heart is punched and attached with glue.

You can download the PDF Tutorial for this card by clicking the button below.

So, pull out your ink, blending brushes, and a pretty flower mask. Cut a card base, spread your ink, and create something unique!

… the only limitation is your imagination!

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Clean And Simple Covered In Sunshine

Today, I’m CASEing a CAS!

“CAS” is an acronym for Clean And Simple. A clean and simple card design has certain criteria – lots of white space, few or no layers, and little or no embellishments. I may hvae gone a little over the top with my sparkling sequins, but don’t you think a pretty rainbow in the clouds should sparkle and shine?

I’m showcasing the Covered In Sunshine stamp set. I’ve never posted a “favorites” list here, though I must tell you that this stamp set was absolutely at the top of my favorites. And, it was Stampin’ Up!’s version of this card that caught my eye. My CASE (an acronym for “copy and selectively edit”) is on page 37 in the January-April Mini Catalog.

Today’s Card Parts & Pieces

  • I cut a Basic White card base 5 1/2″ x 8 /2″ and scored at 4 1/4″.
  • The cloud pattern Designer Series Paper layer is from the Enjoy The Journey DSP pack.
  • I cut the patterned paper layer 4 3/4″ x 3 1/2″.
  • The rainbow sentiment is stamped with Tuxedo Black Memento ink.
  • Using the brush tip on my Stampin’ Blends, I shaded over each of the sentiment lines.
  • I stamped the sun with Pumpkin Pie ink and shaded the inside with a Dark So Saffron Blend.
  • Originally, I didn’t add a layer under the top layer.
  • To give the top layer a little lifr, I added a thin Coastal Cabana mat leyer. This also draws attention to the Coastal Cabana sky.
  • The Coastal Cabana mat layer is a “smidgen” larger than 4 3/4″ x 3 1/2″.
  • “Smoidgen” means “just a little”.
  • I scattered a few of the white sequins from my Adhesive Backed Seasonal Sequins for some subtle sparkle.

So, take a look at the Covered In Sunshine stamp set, put it on your Wish List and think about what colors your rainbow would be.

… the only limitation is your imagination!

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Handmade Friendship Card

Framed Florets and Gingham Cottage DSP

This past week, I took time to finish my holiday cards and get my home ready for the holidays. This is always a fun time of year for me. It feels good to be caught up with everything on my list. I’m looking forward to sharing the holidays with my family and friends.

Today’s card is on its way to a special friend who gave me an opportunity to attend a weekend crop, and host card making classes at the event. It’s in January, so I’ll be able to have fun with some of the new products coming out on January 5th. Yay!

Today’s Card Pieces And Parts

  • I cut a Basic White card base 4 1/4″ x 11″ and scored it at 5 1/2″.
  • The Gingham Cottage DSP layer is 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″ and covers the card front.
  • The die cut Basic White center layer is 3 1/2″ x 4 3/4″.
  • I used one of the Framed Florets oval dies to die cut the center of this layer. It’s attached to the center of the card front.
  • I die cut two oval frames, glued them together and attached the frame around the die cut oval.
  • The Evening Evergreen and Basic White die cut leaf sprays are attached to the oval frame with glue.
  • I stamped the sentiment with Evening Evergreen ink onto a Basic White 2 1/2″ x 7/8″ strip of cardstock.
  • The silver Glimmer Paper strip is 2″ x 1/2″. It’s glued under the sentiment strip.
  • I used a small circle and a small heart punch to punch the embellishments.

So, find some clean and simple patterned paper, add an oval frame, a few leaf sprays, and create a special thank you for a special friend.

… the only limitation is your imagination!

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