The Door - Craft Stamper Magazine

Let's celebrate!  The new issue of Craft Stamper Magazine is out. Craft Stamper is the best stamping and mixed media based magazine you will find.  It is always crammed with beautiful inspiration and clear step by step tutorials.  I contributed an Alice in Wonderland themed card. You can find my card featured in the article about Blank Page Muse stamps (page 33).  For now, I'm only able to tease you with a sneak peek. Visit www.craftstamper.com to find out how to purchase a subscription or even digital copies if you prefer.  Hold on, it's time to follow me down the rabbit hole.   Wheeeeeeeeee!

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www.pocketmags.com for digital copies

Painting the Roses Red - The Robin's Nest DT

Well, the Queen of Hearts will be much happier now that they are painting all her white roses red.  I have to admit I'm not a big Alice in Wonderland fan and couldn't remember most of the details so I had to do a bit of online research.  I did have a wonderful time putting this card together and perfecting all the little details. The card suits were the final finishing touch and Dew Drops were perfect.

Find all the juicy details for making this card on The Robin's Nest Blog HERE.
This card is entered into the following challenges...

• Through the Craft Room Door Challenge Blog (anything goes)
• Try It Tuesday (Wish You Were Here)
• Color My Heart Challenge (#355 candyapple, fern, goldrush)
  
• Artistic Stamper August Challenge (anything goes)
• Creative Embellishments August Moodboard Challenge
  
• Lost Coast Challenge (#81 anything goes)
  

The Robin's Nest Supplies:

Two Lips Red Tear Drops

Black Tear Drops

Ace of Diamonds (Red & Black)

Other Supplies:
patterned paper
black ink pad
watercolor pencils
red and black marker
brown cardstock
tree shaped die
green leaf trim
Alice in Wonderland Stamp Set 1 & Set 2 (Blank Page Muse)

The Robin's Nest Shop

The Robin's Nest Blog

Love on the Wire Card - Blank Page Muse

I am sad to say this will be my last project for the Blank Page Muse Design Team.  It has been a great blessing the last year & a half to work with such high quality stamps and fabulous images.  Here is my last card Love on the Wire.  I created the background with layers of overlapping masking tape which adds a beautiful subtle wrinkly texture. The paints accentuate all the crevices and is a very effective way to create an distressed look. I hope you will try this simple technique to create a textured background because I'm sure you will love it too. The complete tutorial can be found HERE.

 

 

Blank Page Muse Stamps:
Background Grunge Art Rubber Stamp by Pam Bray
Urban Scene Silhouette Collage Stamp
Distressed Music Background Stamp

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Other Supplies: 
clear mounting block, card base (5x7"), masking tape, spray mists (pink & bronze), ink pads (pink / gold / brown / black), ink blending tool, heat gun, liquid adhesive, black marker, chipboard heart (Creative Embellishments), glitter, lace, gems, small heart paper punch

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Vintage Patriotic Hot Air Balloon Card - Blank Page Muse DT

I always find it a pleasant surprise to find a kinetic element on a card. My hot air balloon is free hanging and; therefore, can swing when the card is handled. Challenge yourself to add something a bit unexpected to your project like a hinged element, wiggly eyes, or a shaker filled with sequins. All this month you will find more inspiration from the design team about clever ways to add movement to your projects. You can find the complete tutorial for this card at the Blank Page Muse Blog HERE.

This card is submitted into the following challenges...

Artistic Stamper June Challenge

Color Dare #344 - Inspiration Board

Creative Embellishments June Challenge

BPM Stamps:
Hot Air Balloon with Wooden Barrel Basket Rubber Stamp
Life is Not About Waiting For the Storm to Pass Sentiment
Steampunk Devil Collage Stamp

Other Supplies:
black permanent ink pad, transparency, ink pads (red, blue, brown), ink blending tool, clear mounting block, white gel pen, baker's twine, cardstock (cream & maroon), card base (6x6")

A Closer Look:

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Blog Hop - Blank Page Muse New Stamp Release

Blank Page Muse is releasing five new sets.  Follow along today on the first day of the Mini Blog Hop to each of the marvelous designers and find some wonderful inspiration using the new designs.   The BPM trademark is high quality rubber with deeply etched images and the new designs do not disappoint.  You can join the New Release Blog Hop - HERE.

My cards feature the set "Scribbles and Scratches" by Pam Bray

Be sure to visit BPM Mini Blog Hop for next two days as well, as more projects will be be revealed.  Leave comments as you go for your chance to win the Giveaway Prize.



Scribbles & Scratches by Pam Bray

A Closer Look:

TIP:  Apply clear micro beads to create a realistic looking center.


This card is entered into the following challenges...
A2Z Scrapbooking Challenge (May Flowers)

TIME OUT Challenge #136


Simon Says Stamps Wednesday Challenge (Anything Goes)
Uniko Challenge #53 - Anything Goes

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Blank Page Muse Stamps:  Scribbles & Scratches by Pam Bray

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Happy Moon Galaxy Card - Blank Page Muse

Come away with me...to the moon! 

This card is entered into the following challenges...

• Creative Embellishments May Challenge
  
• Splashy Mix May Challenge #45
  
   
• The Artistic Stamper May Creative Challenge - Textures
• Stampotique Designers Challenge - #324 Something Old Something New

A Closer Look:

BPM Supplies:

• Moon Small Round Art Face 
• Hearty Doodles Art Rubber Stamp Set
• Background Grunge Art Rubber Stamp Sheet designed by Pam Bray

Other Supplies:    

• ink pad (blue, purple, black)
• light blue card stock
• clear mounting block
• robot stamp (My Mind's Eye - Boy Crazy)
• white acrylic paint
• paint brush
• silver pen
• Glossy Accents

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Steampunk Hummingbird Card - Blank Page Muse

To create more depth for the background I used different color inks with the same stamp. This allowed me to stretch my supplies. Let's create something a bit masculine and get a bit grungy! You can find the whole step by step tutorial HERE.

This card is submitted into the following challenges...
Creative Embellishments May Challenge

Splashy Mix May Challenge #45

• The Artistic Stamper May Creative Challenge - Texture
• Uniko Challenge #53 - Anything Goes
  

• Stampotique Designers Challenge - #324 Something Old Something New
  

BPM Stamps:
Cogs & Gears Steampunk Background Rubber Stamp
Hummingbird Steampunk Cogs Gears Stamp Chicken Wire Mesh Background Texture Art Rubber Stamp by Pam Bray Designs

Other Supplies:  
ink pads (aqua / silver / black), ink blending tool, card stock (black & aqua), mini brads, gear embellishment, black thread, clear mounting block, card base (5x7")

A Closer Look:

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Save 15% off your BPM rubber stamp order when you use discount code
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Elegant Gold Butterfly Card - Blank Page Muse

Sometimes I manage to keep projects clean and simple but not very often.  I loved the elegance of the gold butterfly on white card stock and selected a sweet sentiment as the perfect finishing touch.  The delicate details in this stamp are stunning. You can find the complete tutorial HERE on the Blank Page Muse Blog.

This card is submitted into the following challenges...

STAMPlorations CAS May Challenge (anything goes)

Stamping Sensations - English Country GardenStampotique Designer Challenge - 322 Unusual Flowers

BPM Stamps:
Butterfly Large With Flowers
Dandelion Wishes & Butterflies (Sentiment)

www.blankpagemuse.com

Save 15% off your BPM rubber stamp order when you use discount code
"BPMDtKaren2019"

Other Supplies: 
vellum, embossing ink pad, gold embossing powder, heat gun, gold ink pad, gems, clear mounting block, card base (5x7")

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