These colors were SO fun to work with.
Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Ballet Blue & Whisper White was the color pallate I worked with.
I participated in two challenges for this card. Splitcoaststampers sketch (SC237) and Kristen Werner's color challenge (#56).
Today I'm going to talk about two WOW factors. 1) Using Stampin' Write Markers and 2) Using sketches.
Using Stampin' Write markers I inked up the large image from Razzle Dazzle, to allow for a custom colored image.
Here's how you can use your Stampin' Write Markers:
Another easy way to pack that WOW into your card is to use a sketch.
Sometimes it's hard to come up with your own creative ideas. Not only does it help with the layout, but it also helps me in other ways too.
The number 4 spot in this sketch for example is the first thing I looked at. I always think "what stamp image will fit in the focal point?" Razzle Dazzle came to mind in this case - big & bold.
Creative Tip: You don't always have to follow the shapes of sketches. In my card - I used a circle focal point vs. a rectangular one. Be creative and your card will start to flow in no time.
Check out the Stampin' Write Marker Collections
Do the math - you'll see the savings add up by purchasing markers in sets vs. singles.
$125.95 - Many Marvelous Markers (48 markers)
Item #105541
$31.95 - Sets by color family (12 markers)
Soft Subtles Item #105537
Bold Brights Item #105538
Earth Elements Item #105539
Rich Regals Item #105540
$17.95 - In Color Markers (6 markers)
Item #116329
$10.95 - Neutral Markers (4 markers)
Item #109126
$3.25 - Single Marker
Several item #'s - Visit online store to see selection
Found under Ink-Cetera
Stampin' Supplies
Stamps: Razzle Dazzle (116714), Hope Happens (113722) Paper: Kraft (102125), Real Red (102482), Tall Tales DSP (115678), Cast-a-Spell DSP (115677) Ink: Real Red Marker (100052), Pumpkin Pie Marker (105115), So Saffron Marker (105114), Certainly Celery Marker (105106), Ballet Blue Marker (100066) Accessories: Earth Elements Brads (106955), Soft Subtles Brads (106954) Tools: Stamp-a-ma-jig (101049), Paper Piercing Tool (116631)
Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, So Saffron, Certainly Celery, Ballet Blue & Whisper White was the color pallate I worked with.
Today I'm going to talk about two WOW factors. 1) Using Stampin' Write Markers and 2) Using sketches.
Using Stampin' Write markers I inked up the large image from Razzle Dazzle, to allow for a custom colored image.
- Use a marker to apply ink only to the desired parts of the image
- Add other colors if desired
- Breathe on the inked image to remoisten the ink with your breath before stamping onto paper
Sometimes it's hard to come up with your own creative ideas. Not only does it help with the layout, but it also helps me in other ways too.
The number 4 spot in this sketch for example is the first thing I looked at. I always think "what stamp image will fit in the focal point?" Razzle Dazzle came to mind in this case - big & bold.
Creative Tip: You don't always have to follow the shapes of sketches. In my card - I used a circle focal point vs. a rectangular one. Be creative and your card will start to flow in no time.
Check out the Stampin' Write Marker Collections
Do the math - you'll see the savings add up by purchasing markers in sets vs. singles.
$125.95 - Many Marvelous Markers (48 markers)
Item #105541
$31.95 - Sets by color family (12 markers)
Soft Subtles Item #105537
Bold Brights Item #105538
Earth Elements Item #105539
Rich Regals Item #105540
$17.95 - In Color Markers (6 markers)
Item #116329
$10.95 - Neutral Markers (4 markers)
Item #109126
$3.25 - Single Marker
Several item #'s - Visit online store to see selection
Found under Ink-Cetera
Stampin' Supplies
Love those colors and the card. *smile*
Posted by: Carla Bazhenow | July 17, 2009 at 05:34 AM
WOW! is right, Kris! Absolutely beautiful!
Posted by: Gina Shaw | July 17, 2009 at 07:04 AM
I really love these colors! LOVE THEM!
Posted by: Melissa Young | July 17, 2009 at 07:30 AM
Beautiful card! I love what you did with the sketch and how you incorporated the colors!
Posted by: Ann Schach | July 17, 2009 at 08:07 AM
Great job on both challenges - so many colors to work with - looks fabulous
Posted by: Kim | July 17, 2009 at 08:30 AM
Beautiful card! I just noticed this set in the catalog. I love seeing it used.
Posted by: Anita A | July 17, 2009 at 08:53 AM
Fantastic twist on the sketch. I never even noticed there was a neutral set of markers! Doh! I'm ordering that today!
Posted by: Patti MacLeith | July 17, 2009 at 09:25 AM
Very pretty card; I really like this color combo.
Posted by: Kathy W | July 17, 2009 at 09:48 AM
Gorgeous! Your focal image, colored with the markers the way you did, it striking!
Posted by: kathy amstutz | July 17, 2009 at 10:08 AM
Fantastic post . . . all the details and images are so helpful. The card is a total "wow." Love how you inked up the different colors with markers. I can't wait to give this a try! Hugs, Mary
Posted by: Mary Fish | July 17, 2009 at 10:13 AM
Beautiful! Love the way you did the circle for the main image!
Posted by: Carrie | July 17, 2009 at 05:37 PM
Could be one of my all time favorties that you've done - love the off center circle!
Posted by: Linda Callahan | July 17, 2009 at 09:39 PM