“Buried Treasure” is a new Friday feature. What are “Buried Treasures”? They are cards from my archives which are deserving of a revisit. Whether it’s a layout, a technique, or maybe just an underused stamp set, these cards are like a pirate’s booty of ideas worth a second look. Today’s card first appeared on The Stampin’ Schach on June 17, 2009. CLICK HERE to see the original post with all of the delicious details!
Layout: This card has a layout that is perfect for showcasing Stampin’ Up!’s variety of Designer Series Paper. In fact, I have some ideas just dancing around in my head on how I would love to use this sketch!
Technique: Watercoloring with Blender Pens and inks, with a few free-handed trees added for good measure, is always a classic!
Update it: Baker’s Twine? Antique Brad? Fanfold Flower? Since 2009, Stampin’ Up! has added so many fabulous embellishments. Or if you like the button, update it with a bigger one.
I hope you liked today’s “Buried Treasure”. I would be anxious to hear how you might change this card up. Is there a particular stamp set you think would work well with this layout? A certain Designer Paper? Let me know what you think in your comment today!
Bite of Blog Candy Winner
Congrats to #69 Nikki Bond:
Nikki Bond said…
LOVE the colors Ann…that butterfly is stunning! {SMILES}
Nikki, just send me your address and I will get your rhinestones winging their way to you!
Brody’s Neighbor
A few posts ago, I mentioned Brody’s “Neighbor”. “Neighbor” is battling an illness that has curtailed her activities drastically. One of the things she enjoys is watching the Twins through her window. We make certain to position ourselves where she can see us through her window as we play “Dog Show”. After reading this post, Tionya mentioned in her comment, and Pauline agreed, that “Neighbor” might appreciate a card to brighten up her day. Several others of you have emailed me in support of this idea. If you would like to send your cards to me, I will make certain that “Brody’s Neighbor” receives them. In fact, we will have Brody deliver them. I would suggest cards such as “Hello”, “Just a Note”, or another light and cheerful greeting. Since getting well may not be an option for “Brody’s Neighbor”, “Get Well Soon” cards would not be a good choice. EMAIL me if you would like to participate.
Need a Summer Mini? Just EMAIL me your address and I will drop one in the mail for you! If you are already a customer, one has been ordered for you through Stampin’ Up! and will be mailed to you directly through the mini catalog mailing service. Expected delivery date is prior to May 1st.
Once again, I will be looking forward to your redesign ideas for this card in your comments! And as always, if you have any questions about the cards that I make or the techniques that I use, don’t hesitate to email me! Until next time…
Coming Soon: The Paper Players Peek, Blog Award, The Paper Players Challenge
