This is the set we are playing with. I love it for masculine stuff.
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First up, I had to use the DIY wreath building technique. I created my own jig for this a few weeks ago, and I just can't stop using it!
The jig was created by taking 2 pieces of 6"x 6" cardstock, drawing straight lines with a ruler from corner to corner and from side to side in half.
Then I used a 4" square die to cut a square, then rotate the square so the points are aiming at the sides instead of the corners, and die cut again.
I had to do this on each 6"x6" square, then glue them together to give them a little more depth to hold my cardstock pieces.
You need a MISTI or Stamparutus or some other stamp positioning tool, but it is slick as snot! (That is pretty slick, by the way)
ETA: Gina K Designs has a Wreath Builder kit that came out this month, which is where I got the idea. Check out her video here: https://youtu.be/LRWUI0XuSJM
I used a rainbow of colors and was trying to create something that was not related to booze. Not everyone drinks, alcohol or carbonated beverages.
Some stamping off, and a terrible job lining up the star, but oh well. Maybe I had some green beer while I was stamping this!
Now let's head back to Australia and Kelly Kent! She is one clever lass!
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Oh my gosh, Tanya! I LOVE the first card! The colors are so cheerful, and I love the circle. The second card had a vintage vibe, which I adore. Great cards!
ReplyDeleteOh you crack me up! I always love reading your posts and have learnt not to do so while sipping anything. You always manage to give me a laugh with that dry wit! Love both of these. So different but both so great. I need to make myself a wreath builder thingy.
ReplyDeleteI definitely need to go back thru your posts to learn about how to use that jig. What a fun technique! Both of your cards are so fun, Tanya!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THE BUBBLES IN A CIRCLE. BRIGHT AND CLEVER.
ReplyDeleteThese are awesome! Your jig sounds interesting I'll have to look through your posts for more info. I love the bubbles in a circle that is different and clever. Your green beer is perfect! I really wish we had at least 1 St. Patty day stamp with clovers. lol I also thought the inside was supposed to look like that and thought that's a cool idea too. lol
ReplyDeleteHad to go to the video to see what you were talking about - got it now. Cool! I love the rainbow bubbles!! I think the bubbles are my favorite thing in this set.
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