Thursday, 8 March 2018

March Challenge Reveal - Blank Page Muse Blog Hop

Hello Friends,
It's that time again where the Blank Page Muse DT reveal their projects. The March Challenge was quite open ended just restricting us to make ATC's which are mini-canvas around 2.5x3.5" I chose to make a trio of similar designs in different color schemes.  Beginning March 10th, you may begin the blog hop and see the whole design team's projects available HERE

Begin the Blog Hop HERE (March 10th)

Supplies:
Background Grunge by Pam Bray



Art Journaling #2 Rubber Stamp Set

The stamps for this project can be found at the Blank Page Muse.
Other Supplies:
  • ink pads (black, pink, lime, yellow)
  • sponge applicator
  • white & black cardstock
  • black marker
  • black glitter washi tape
  • mounting block 
  • gear embellishments
  • liquid adhesive
Directions:
1.
Stamp a narrow piece of white cardstock with a distressed pattern background stamp.  Stamp the image multiple times with black ink by re-inking and then carefully aligning the image to continue the design.


2.  Use black ink to stamp the clockwork bird onto white cardstock. Carefully, cut it out.

3.  Next, cut the stamped strip into three sections. (2.5" x 3.5")


4. Continue to add texture to the background by stamping a smaller pattern design in random clusters using a single color of ink.  Apply the same coordinating color to the inside of the bird.

5.  Next, use a sponge applicator to blend coordinating ink lightly around the edges of the ATC.  Stamp a word element with black ink, highlight it, and cut it out.

TIP: Vary the placement of elements on each ATC by attaching one bird
in the top third section, mid third, & lower third of the ATC.

6. Outline the bird with a black marker and adhere them with three-dimensional foam tape.  Cut a fish tail on one end of black glitter washi tape and attach it underneath the word element.   Finally, matte the ATC's on black cardstock leaving a narrow border.

7.  Lastly, adhere small black gears scattered around the birds. Tuck some of the gears carefully under the edge of the birds to add depth & interest.

A Closer Look:


 
To purchase the stamps to complete this project, visit
www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at
The Blank Page Muse Blog

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Please Join Us
in the NEW Monthly Creative Challenge
Come checkout the Blank Page Muse Creative Challenge. This month's theme is ATC's. Simply create a new project following the theme and add it via the Inlinkz linky tool.
There will be a random drawing for a Blank Page Muse Gift Certificate.
You can find all the guidelines HERE.

Thanks for visiting!

Friday, 2 March 2018

"Quick Idea" (BPM) - Time for Love

Thanks for stopping by today. I'm sharing my "Quick Idea" over on the Blank Page Muse Blog. Don't miss out on my special thrifty tip to save on supplies.  You can find the full project HERE.
https://blankpagemuse.blogspot.com/2018/03/time-for-love-atc.html

Blank Page Muse Stamps:
Birds & Clocks Rubber Stamp Set
http://blankpagemuse.com/flower-bird-sketches-art-rubber-stamp-sheet-set-sc97/

Rosette Hearts Rubber Stamp Set
http://blankpagemuse.com/rosette-hearts-rubber-stamp-set/

Live. Love. Laugh Word Phrase Art Rubber Stamp
http://blankpagemuse.com/live-love-laugh-word-phrase-art-rubber-stamp/
Other Supplies:
blue spray inks, black ink pad, chalk, gold gel pen, clear glossy accent varnish, 1.5"clear epoxy circle, gold alphabet stickers



https://blankpagemuse.blogspot.com/p/creative-challenge-rules.html
New Creative Challenge: (February - blue/time/hearts)
Don't forget to share your makes over on the Blank Page Muse Blog for your chance to win a Blank Page Muse gift certificate.  Just follow along with this months challenge theme to participate.  The Challenge rules can be found HERE.
To purchase the stamps to complete this project, visit www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at

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To learn more about our designer Karen and see more of her projects
visit her blog...Art & Soul.
Thanks for visiting!

Wednesday, 21 February 2018

She Left Beauty...Card - Blank Page Muse

Hi, I just love a simple silhouette whatever the topic. This terrific set of fashion lady stamps is perfect for this.  Whatever the image, simply color it is with a black marker and carefully cut out. You can find my complete tutorial got She Left Beauty...over on the Blank Page Muse Blog...HERE.


www.blankpagemuse.com

Supplies & Links:
Just Us Girls Line Figures Stamp Set
 
Background Roses 4"x 5" Red Rubber Stamp by Pam Bray

Other Supplies:
  • black &amp pink ink pad
  • black marker
  • card base 5x5"
  • sentiment stamp
  • spray mists
  • glitter glue
  • mini gems
To purchase the stamps to complete this project, visit www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at
The Blank Page Muse Blog

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Thanks for visiting!

Saturday, 17 February 2018

Come Join the February Challenge!

The current blog hop for Blank Page Muse runs from Feb.10th- March 5th. Our theme this month is creating projects with blue, hearts, and time.  For a chance to win a gift certificate to the shop, come by and add your own project.  If you need a little bit of inspiration, I'm sure you'll find some HERE in the big DT reveal. Come join the fun!
 www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at
The Blank Page Muse Blog

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Thanks for visiting!

Friday, 16 February 2018

Just Mixed Media Magazine (Volume 3)

Hey Everybody,
Great news to share. I had six projects published in the latest edition of Just Mixed Media Magazine. Someday, I hope to be selected for the cover but not this time.


Here are some sneak peeks of my featured projects!






Rubber stamps for these projects can be found at Blank Page Muse.
Thanks for visiting!

Thursday, 8 February 2018

Partners in Time - Blank Page Muse DT Reveal

Welcome,
It is time for the Blank Page Muse February Challenge reveal by the Design Team where we share our projects inspired by the theme. This month's challenge was to incorporate time & hearts and use the color blue. Here is my take on the February challenge using royal blue and gold. I hope you enjoy my sophisticated and romantic valentine. Here is my card...Partners in Time!


Don't forget to visit the rest of the February Blog Hop and see all
the stunning projects by beginning...
HERE.


http://blankpagemuse.com/birds-clocks-rubber-stamp-set/

http://blankpagemuse.com/just-us-girls-line-figure-art-rubber-stamp-sheet-by-terri-sproul-sc73/

Other Supplies:
  • dark blue card base
  • embossing watermark ink pad & gold glitter embossing powder
  • heat gun
  • Brilliance Pigment Ink Pad (Platinum Planet)
  • gold washi tape
  • embellishments- gear/clock/key
  • gold brad
  • transparency
  • alphabet stickers

Directions:
1. First, create the main elements.  Stamp the largest clock with watermark ink and heat set with gold glitter embossing powder. Cut out and set aside.

2. Stamp the sentiment onto transparency with watermark ink and carefully, wipe away the unnecessary letters. Next, heat set with gold glitter embossing powder. Use a sticker letter to modify the sentiment and set aside. Lastly, attach strips of washi tape along the edge of the back interior side of the cardbase.

3. Stamp the blue cardbase with clock faces using platinum pigment ink. Be sure to vary the angle and placement of the impressions to create a random background.

4.  Apply black chalk and lightly dust the edges to create a grey aged haze. Adhere the large clock to the cardbase using 3D foam tape and attach a small gold brad to the center.

5.  Attach the sentiment to the upper right corner by layering it underneath the clock. 

6. Embellish the card with various clusters of vintage charms. (gears, locks, keys, hearts, & clocks)



A Closer Look:
 
 
 
 
 To purchase the stamps to complete this project, visit www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at
The Blank Page Muse Blog

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Thanks for visiting!

Thursday, 1 February 2018

"Quick Ideas" - Blank Page Muse DT - Ice Skaters

Hi, Thanks for stopping by. Today I'm sharing my "Quick Idea" over on the Blank Page Muse Blog. Stamping directly onto pattern paper is a great way to create a quick card at the last minute and everyone needs a little short cut now and then.
 

January Challenge - turquoise, silver, sparkle

Blank Page Muse Supplies:
Winter Wonderland Art Rubber Stamp Sheet Set

Other Supplies: teal ink pad, glitter glue (silver & iridescent), gems, small snowflakes, transparency, black permanent ink pad, pattern papers, card base
To purchase the stamp for this project, visit www.blankpagemuse.com

For more inspiring paper-craft projects from the Design Team, be sure to visit us at

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 The Blank Page Muse Fan Group  


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