Cleverprints Blog 5

 

Hi there, 

Time for another blog post, the only difference this week is that I have actually met Jane Royston. It was a good excuse for us to have some time away, beginning at the SECC Craft Show where I spent some time chatting to Jane between her 'Make and Take' sessions. Cleverprints will also have a stand at the NEC next week so should you be there, be sure to pop in and sign up. 

There are a few family birthdays pending thus I have combined my blog with one of those. 

Abstract Birthday Card.

Materials:-

From Cleverprints

Misfits Stamps Collection:- Hearts and Flowers, Misfit

Jane Royston Designs:- Floral Twist - Sentiment

Other Items

Cardstock/Card Blank - 8" x 8"

Black Ink Pad - Versafine Clair Nocturne

Watercolour Markers - Vermillion, Scarlet, Leaf Green, Dark Green, Yellow

Ribbon

Instructions

1. Stamp large heart from set three times.

2. Trim away 'stem' but retain for future use. Add two colours of red and yellow to craft mat and paint a light red wash on heart with water brush. 

3. Add depth to heart by adding colour directly from marker onto image. Blend colour with water brush. Repeat this process on remaining two hearts and set aside.

4. Using the two greens and a little yellow, colour in the reserved 'stems.' Set aside. 

5. Stamp 'Misfit' onto 7" x 7" white card. 

6. Using the same reds and yellow from craft mat, gradually add water colour to the face; choice is to colour within the all the lines or venture beyond - it's all up to you!

7. Attach each heart to each stem - wet glue used here. 

8. Arrange heart 'flowers' to suit and adhere in place. 

9. Add ribbon and sentiment. 

Et voila! Birthday card complete!

Hope this has inspired you to have a go.

Best wishes and happy crafting!

Until next time - 

Shelagh

'The Making Lady'