Nina's Southern Accents: Color Challenge

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Crafty Challenge Blog Hop-Color Challenge

Hey Y'all!

The days and weeks are flying by! I can't believe it's time again to join my Crafty Collaborations friends for another Crafty Challenge Blog HOp. Today we are sharing a Color Challenge

Here are the colors we were challenged to use:

Color Challenge

Granny Apple Green

Bermuda Bay

Melon Mambo

Nina's Southern Accents

Aren't they fun! I decided to use one of my favorite stamp sets from the new 2021-22 Annual Catalog that I have not had a chance to ink up yet called "Brew Some Fun." I love me some coffee, and any set having anything to do with coffee is at the top of my list!

I chose a Crumb Cake cardbase to help tone down the bright colors. I randomly stamped the heart image in all three colors on the front of the card. I added a 2-1/2 x 5-1/2 Basic Black layer, and then a 2 x 5-1/2 Melon Mambo layer. I first ran it through with the Dots embossing folder to add texture.

I used both types of markers Stampin' Up! sells-the Stampin' Write markers and the Stampin' Blends. Each type has a purpose and can be used for different techniques. The blends are great for coloring and achieving shading. You won't get the harsh lines you do with regular markers. The Stampin' Write markers are great for coloring on stamps. This technique cannot be achieved with the blends. I used the blends to color my coffee cups, then "fussy cut" them out. I used the Stampin' Write markers to color the heart images on the sentiment stamp.

I popped the sentiment up with Stampin' Dimensionals, then finished off the card with a a Linen Thread bow, which has started to be my go-to embellishment. I just love the natural look of it, and how it adds just enough without being overpowering. Do you have a favorite embellishment that goes on almost every card you make? Let me know what yours is in the comments!

Now it's time to see all of the other fabulous projects!

If you would like to order any of the products used, click on the Products Images to go to my online store. Be sure to use the Current Host Code to earn free product from me!

Product List

Brew Some Fun Cling Stamp Set

[154528]

$19.00

Label Me Lovely Punch

[151296]

$18.00

Checks & Dots Embossing Folders

[155432]

$8.00

Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[120953]

$8.75

Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[121045]

$8.75

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$9.75

Melon Mambo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[115320]

$8.75

Melon Mambo Classic Stampin' Pad

[147051]

$7.50

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Pad

[147095]

$7.50

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

[147096]

$7.50

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$6.00

Brights Stampin' Write Markers

[147157]

$30.00

Bermuda Bay Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154878]

$9.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154885]

$9.00

Basic Black Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154843]

$9.00

Smoky Slate Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154904]

$9.00

Linen Thread

[104199]

$5.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$4.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$5.25

Paper Snips

[103579]

$10.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$120.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$25.00

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Every order in June and July qualifies for this Fancy Fold tutorial bundle, including instructions for 30 Fancy Folds.

Thanks for stopping by today, go make something beautiful!

Love,

Nina

Saturday, April 3, 2021

Tasteful Touches and a Color Challenge Global Design Project #285

Hey Y’all!

It is Saturday morning, and I am drinking coffee and playing in my craft room, my two favorite things! I have been trying to participate in challenges to keep my crafting mojo going, and the Global Design Project weekly challenge is one of my favorites. I have had a busy month, if you have been following me, you know my mom had lung surgery (she is 89 and the strongest woman I've ever known) to remove a rare cancer. I am an only child, so she and my stepdad (who is 91) depend on me and my husband a lot. So I have always had a crazy life, but this past month it is crazy on steroids! My craft room is my sanctuary, a place I can decompress.

The challenge this week is a color challenge:

When I saw these soft, muted colors, I immediately thought of using the Tasteful Touches bundle. I am so glad it is carrying over to the new catalog. I tend to lean toward brighter, bolder colors, so I love when these challenges stretch me and get me out of my comfort zone.

This card came together so quickly! I designed and made it in less than 45 minutes! See what a good challenge can do?

I started with a Sahara Sand cardbase, then ran my Basic White layer through Cande (my name for my die cutting machine) with the Stitched With Whimsy Dies. I stamped some background images in Sahara Sand and Seaside Spray, then I stamped that gorgeous flower in So Saffron and fussy cut it.

My sentiment is stamped in Sahara Sand onto one of the die cut pieces. The Seaside Spray scalloped ribbon was a perfect accent.

Well, tomorrow is Easter, and we have a full day planned...Sunrise Service, regular Worship, then family coming over to eat and hide eggs. I've got to get busy! I hope you have a Happy Easter!

If you would like to purchase any of the products I've used, live in the US, and don't currently have a Stampin' Up! demonstrator, just click on the images below to go to my online store. The new 2021-22 Annual Catalog is going live next month, and I would love to send you a catalog. Email me your name and address I will get one in the mail to you. I so appreciate my customers that support me and help me in my business. You are a blessing!

Love,

Nina

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