Simply Cardmaking with Laurel Beard

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Stripes and Doodles

I adore the Painted Stripes( ELH ) stamp set from Ellen Hutson. It is a a very versatile stamp set that can be used with any kind of card. I paired it with the Everyday Doodles ( ELH ) stamp set and quickly this card was born. Instead of stamping the striped pattern, I heat embossed it with two colors of Wow Embossing powder. https://ldli.co/e/z06kpz and and the pink embossing powder from the Flirty Fuchsia by Catherine Pooler – WOW Embossing Powder Trio ( ELH ).

My favorite way to add shimmer is using the Tonic Nuvo Aqua Shimmer Pen ( ELH ). It comes in a two pack and it puts out an amazing amount of shimmer. The best glitter type pen I have ever used.

So what do you think? What is your favorite sparkle on this card, the embossed stripes or the sparkly doodles?  Let me know in the comments?

 

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*Video: Best Mirror Stamping Hack I’ve ever Seen

Today’s cards and video feature the absolutely best and easiest mirror stamping hack I have ever seen. I used all new goodies from the latest Catherine Pooler release. All supplies used are linked at the end of this post.

You can stamp the mirror image first or second depending on your layout! There are so many possibilities. You can mirror a reflection like I did. Mirror images so the two are looking at each other….. Lots of possibilities. I watercolored the background with Catherine Pooler inks!

Pretty cool eeh????? Let me know if you like this mirror stamping hack in the comments below. I linked in the video to the person I saw do this hack, I take no credit for the brilliance!

 

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Mondo Wildflowers

The Mondo Wildflowers stamp set and dies have joined the Mondo line over at Ellen Hutson and I’m over the moon! The large wildflower cluster image makes pulling together stunning cards a breeze! I also didn’t have to do much to create eye catching cards. Just a simple stamp of the image and some quick watercoloring with the Nuvo Shimmer Powders and these cards were done… Let’s take a look at some close ups.

Be sure to check out the ENTIRE MAY RELEASE from Ellen Hutson by clicking HERE! And below is a link to all the goodies I used in today’s cards!

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*Video: 12 tips for perfect stamp layering: Prettiest Promander

12 tips for perfect stamp layering!!! Do you struggle with layering stamps? I love the look of layering stamps, but sometimes find I need an engineering degree to figure out how to line them up. Today’s video features 12 tips for perfect stamp layering!!!!

The Altenew Prettiest Promander stamp set is absolutely stunning. I had never heard of a Promander before.. LOVE LOVE! Which card do you like better? Did you learn any tips that you might find helpful from today’s video? Let me know in the comments!

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*Video: Adding Texture to backgrounds with ONE TOOL

Today, I have a video showing you how easy it is to add various textures to your card backgrounds with just one tool!!!! There are a few bloopers in the video that you will definitely want to see!   Let’s check out the video!

HAHA, what did you think of my bloopers????? One of my viewers suggested the one card looks like Max took a chunk out of the cake! I love that! Let’s roll with that idea… Totally intentional……. HAHA. But seriously, that mica mist on that black cardstock? Holy crud. ALL the supplies are linked at the bottom of this post!

Another way to use the scoring board is to strategically place your  score lines  so you can use those tiny stamps that come in your stamp sets that you don’t really know what to do with… Just sayin’.

Scoring around a image really draws the eye to that image… Especially works wonders with clean and simple cards. And seriously, how adorable is this hedgehog?!?

Adding ink over scored lines really packs a punch! Adds dimension and texture and really makes for a fun background!!!

What if you don’t own a scoring board?

Have no fear! If you have a paper trimmer, you can use the indented area of the score board (where the blade would cut thru the paper) and use that and your stylus. OR, you can use a straight edge ruler and your stylus tool.. The scoring board is certainly easier, but those other options will work too with more effort.

Which card is your favorite? Do you own a score board?   Let me know in the comments!

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