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Sunny afternoon in the Park

Sunny afternoon in the Park

Posted by on Feb 10, 2016 in Happy Home, Occasions Catalog | 0 comments

On pretty day’s I always want to go sit in the park with a good book.  This is the idea at least.  I never actually go and sit in the park.  Well, maybe one day I will.  I love the idea of the peace and quite at a good park lends.  People doing there own thing and not paying mind to the others around.  Normally, or at least the last time I was at the park, you see couples in love just enjoying be with each other….. My fabulous leader Mr. Brian King sent me a surprise in the mail not long ago.  It was the Happy Home Stamp Set.  I love the hand drawn look of this stamp set.  It reminds me of a pretty day…you guessed it…at the park!!!

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So, thinking about the park….And a sunny day…A few rolling clouds….IMAG2794

The card was colored using a blender pen for the grassy area and tree.  The sky was colored with a aqua painter.  The colors used are Mossy Meadow and Soft Sky.   I used a little Cherry Cobbler to add a few accents to the tree and flowers.  Maybe, my park has cherry trees.  I also added a little Mossy Meadow to the sky (a tip from Understand Blue)  Lydia, at Understand Blue states that to add a little of the grass to the sky …and sky to the grass…

I just squeezed the ink pad against the lid before opening.  Then colored with either the blender pen or aqua painter and the ink that was transferred to the lid.

The Archival Basic Black really makes coloring easy.  This is because it works with any type of coloring!!!

The card base is Basic Gray!  I am loving Basic Gray these days!  I am sure you keep here this!!!!

I have seen a lot of banners that are stapled on.  So, taking from the trend I stapled the banner.   I really like how the stamped banner looks!  If you are loving Happy Home stamp set as much as I am be sure to check out all the wonderful products in the Occasions Catalog!

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Brian King has a great blog post today all about why he blogs. He brings up many points of interest.  I can say that I blog for many of the same reasons.  It makes me happy when you are inspired to make something new or fun.  I love  trying new ideas and seeing where that leads. I love even more sharing the creative process with you.  Helping you be more successful with what you make.   Be sure to check out all of Brian’s blog post at Stamp With Brian.

I don’t really talk a lot about joining my team.  And what my team is all about.  Brian, has yet again inspired me to share more about joining Stampin’ Up!  Joining the InKing Royalty was the best decision I  made in my creative journey.  I have not once regretted the decision.  The InKing Royalty’s are a uber talented group of like minded paper crafters who inspire, encourage, and help each other!  When you join  Stampin’ Up!  with me you are a member of the InKing Royalty!!!!  Yahoooo…..

I know you want to know more about joining.  Stampin’ Up! makes it simple and easy.  The starter kit is $125 worth of products (you pick witch ones) for $99.  During Sale-A-Bration the deal gets even sweeter.  The starter kit is $155 wort of products  (you pick witch ones) for $99.

Then what????

  • You immediately start receiving a 20% discount on all purchases
  • if you accumulate $300 in sales during the first quarter, then you get to continue to receive a discount during the next quarter.
  • You will be a member of the InKing Royalty!!!!
  • If you have any questions feel free to contact me at [email protected]

Do you have to sale?

  • No!!!  You are not obligated to sale one item!  Hobbies are welcome to join just for the discount!  If you choose to Sale! That’s Great!  It is your choice!  Either way, you are apart of Stampin’ Up! and the InKing Royalty!

 

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There are just a few more days for Sky’s the Limit stamp set, Perfectly Artistic Designer Series Paper, and Hello stamp set.  Be sure to get yours while they are still available.   $50 purchase gets you one FREE Sale-A-Bration item!

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Here is the supply list:

Thank You for stopping by Westside Paper Creations!  I am so glad that each and everyone of you are apart of my life.  I am looking forward to bringing many new projects to you in the future.  I hope that each of you will take advantage of the “best bundle” starter kit!  If nothing else you will receive$155 in product for $99.  Then a discount of 20% for each order.  After that it is up to you.  The InKing Royals are amazing and the best part!!! You will love being a part of this group :>  Be sure to stop by Stamp with Brian!   He really knows the heart of paper crafting/bloging

Much Love,

Jennifer

Fab Friday Challenge is back for 2016!

Fab Friday Challenge is back for 2016!

Posted by on Feb 7, 2016 in fab friday, Heat Embossing, Watercolor Wash | 7 comments

I have been practicing watercolor techniques that were discussed in the Online Card Class Watercolor Intermediate Class.  I have learned so much from the class and I am still working through all the class projects and techniques.  You can see much of my progress and learning on Instagram.  One of the things I am most amazed by is how much the paper you are using effects the outcome of the painting or washes.  I personally have fallen in love with a cotton paper

that is hot press.  The hot press makes a smother surface for stamped images. And the cotton makes a fabulous surface for washes.

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If you are like me and always wondered why your washes do not outcome looking like you want.   Then change papers.  It truly can make all the difference in the world.  Even when using ink. It really makes a difference.

 

Canson Watercolor Aquarella Paper / Before Dry

Canson Watercolor Aquarella Paper / Before Dry

 

Canson Watercolor Aquarella Paper / After Dry

Canson Watercolor Aquarella Paper / After Dry

 

Cartiera Magnani Portofino / 100% cotton

Cartiera Magnani Portofino / 100% cotton

I personally really like how the Catiera Magnani paper reacts to ink.  The other paper has great change from the beginning to when it dries.  And that the ink does not lay well on the paper.  I would have added a picture of the Cartiera Magnani paper when it was dry.  But, you would not have been able to tell the difference.  When working on another color challenge I did this same wash test and the results were much more obvious.

 

Canson Watercolor Aquarelle

Canson Watercolor Aquarelle

 

Cartiera Mangnani 100% cotton

Cartiera Mangnani 100% cotton

The Bermuda Bay ink really blooms into the other inks on the Canson paper.  On the Cartiera Mangnani paper the transition is much smother.  So, Like I said if you are not happy with your washes.  Try a different watercolor paper!!!

I am supper excited that the Fab Friday challenge is back for 2016 with all new challenges for us all.  There first challenge of 2016 is a color challenge inspired by the upcoming Valentine’s Day.

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Be sure to hop over to Fab Friday  and see all the wonderful cards by the design team!  They truly have some great inspiration.   I decided to use this color combination to make a wash behind a bold  sentiment.  The Botanicals for You Stamp Set was perfect.  141234G

 

If you just love this stamp set it is one of the Sale-A-Bration sets.  This mean that it is FREE when you purchase $50 from Stampin’ Up!  IMAG2825

The card base is real red card stock cut at 5 1/2 inches and  cut at 8 inches.  Then scored at 4 inches on the 8 inch side.  This makes for a unique card size.  The layers are Blushing Bride ( 5 1/4 by 3 3/4)  and Watercolor paper ( 5 by 3 1/2)  The sentiment is stamped in Versa Mark ink.  Using White embossing powder and a heat gun the images is embossed on the watercolor paper.  Then using the ink refills and a little water I made a simple wash of Watermelon Wonder and Real Red over the stamped/embossed image.  After the wash dried I added the Blushing Bride sequins.  (they are actually from a set of sequins from mint owl.  But, they are the exact color of Stampin’ Up! Blushing Bride.  Shush….don’t tell anyone :>)  Finally, I add a little gold thread to the left side for a little extra interest.

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A few tips:

  • Remember to decorate the inside of your card….
  • To add the sequins…simply add a little crystal effect to the Silicone Craft sheet .  Using tweasers I dip the back of the sequin into the crystal effects then add to the card….
  • The watercolor wash is started with Real Red then migrates into Watermelon Wonder  then back to Real Red.
  • Hot Press watercolor paper is smother than Cold Press watercolor paper.  This makes a big difference in the stamped image.  Especially. if you don’t want to stamp the image more than once.

 

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Here is the supply list:  You may wish to try Cartiera Magnani Watercolor Paper.  And the Sequins are from Mint Owl. They are in the Blossom mix.  Also, you will need water and a paint brush.  I used a Winsor & Newton Cotman Aquarelle brush 1 inch size.    You will also need a heat gun and white embossing powder.  Both can be found at Stampin’ Up!

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Be sure to head over to Fab. Friday to check out the projects by the Design Team!  They are really great.  And be sure to leave some blog love while you are over there!!!  Also, be sure to check out the newest class over at Online Card Classes.  I am currently working through the Watercolor Intermediate class.  And it is amazing!!! I am learning so much :>    I would love to here from you..  What is your favorite watercolor paper?   Are you loving Sale-A-Bration as much as I am?
Much Love,

Jennifer