Create a Fabulous Summer Card with Stunning Texture (Video)

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Hello Crafty Friends!

As we dive into the summer season, I am thrilled to share a special bonus project with all of my Cultivated Creativity subscribers. This month, we’re focusing on a fabulous summer card featuring the Beach Day stamp set and coordinating dies from Stampin’ Up. I’ve paired these stamps with the Country Woods designer series paper to bring a rustic, beachy vibe to our creations.

In this project, I’ll walk you through some fantastic techniques to elevate your card-making game, including adding texture by tearing patterned paper strips and ink splattering with a water painter. These simple but impactful techniques will help you create a card that’s not only beautiful but also unique and full of character.

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Why You’ll Love Recreating This Project

1. Add Dimension and Interest

Tearing patterned paper strips and layering them adds depth and interest to your card. It’s an easy way to make your designs stand out and look more intricate.

2. Simple Yet Effective Techniques

The ink splattering technique is a fun and straightforward way to add a touch of artistry to your cards. It’s perfect for creating a beachy, rustic look that feels effortlessly chic.

3. Personal Touches

By using the Beach Day stamp set and Country Woods designer series paper, you can personalize your card to suit any occasion. Whether it’s a birthday, thank you, or just a summer greeting, this card is versatile and customizable.

4. Elevate Your Card-Making Skills

Learning these techniques will empower you to experiment more with textures and finishes in your future projects. It’s a great way to expand your crafting repertoire and build confidence in your abilities.

I’ve created a detailed video tutorial to guide you through the entire process. You’ll see exactly how to tear the paper for that perfect rustic edge, how to use the water painter for ink splattering, and how to assemble everything into a cohesive and beautiful design.

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If you’re not yet a subscriber to Cultivated Creativity, now is the perfect time to join. Each month, you’ll receive a carefully curated kit filled with everything you need to create beautiful projects, plus exclusive bonus content like this one.

See full details and register HERERegistration closes June 20, 2024

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I hope this bonus project inspires you to get creative and try new techniques. Crafting is all about exploring and enjoying the process, and I’m excited to see how you bring your own flair to this summer card. Happy crafting!

Project Layers (Imperial):

  • 4-1/4” x 11” Basic Beige CS
  • (2) 3-3/4” x 5” Crumb Cake CS
  • (3) 1-1/2” x 5” DSP
  • 3-1/4” x 3-1/4” Basic White CS- die cut
  • 1-1/2” x 6” Soft Sea Foam CS-die cut
  • Scrap DSP- die cut
  • Scrap Crumb Cake CS
  • 2-3/4” x 5” Basic White CS
  • Approx. 22” Linen Thread
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I have created a printable recipe with the complete supply list and cut dimensions for you. Simple click the button below to access the printable file.

Want to give this one a try? I showed how to create this delightful project in my Tuesday YouTube PREMIER. Watch the video replay below and be sure to leave me a comment.

Don’t forget to share the video with your crafty friends! While you are watching, I would appreciate you subscribing to my YouTube channel.

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Wasn’t that super cool? Did this spark new ideas for your next project? Tell me in the comments below the post.

Don’t forget to join me for some LIVE papercrafting every Tuesday at 12:30PM ET on my YouTube Channel where we will play with some new goodies from the current Catalogs! Jump on over and follow me now. Looking forward to seeing you and your crafty friends for our next LIVE papercrafting class!

Hope You Enjoy,

Love this project? Here is your shopping list so you can re-create this idea on your own…just click on the images below to add them to your cart.

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Live in the US…CLICK HERE to order your stamping supplies from my online store and have the products shipped directly to you. Don’t forget to add the HOST CODE YRPA9Y6E to take advantage of all my Rewards!

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I’m sure you agree…papercrafting can bring so much joy. Whether you use it for stress relief, to share your creativity, or have meaningful cards and gifts always at your fingertips, papercrafting has value that goes far beyond the projects.

There’s so much we can give our attention to and spend our time doing today, but what if you had something at your fingertips that allows you to create memories and express yourself instead of watching Netflix? That’s where our paper crafting kits come in!

The December 2024 Cultivated Creativity Kit will feature the

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Register no later than December 20, 2024 to get this amazing kit mailed to you!


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12 EXCLUSIVE tutorials each month for FREE!

I am offering the monthly Exclusive Project Tutorials FREE to my email subscribers. Yes! The Exclusive Projects team is comprised of a talented group of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators sharing great ideas. There will be a wide variety of projects featuring multiple stamp sets each month that you will get for FREE…if you are a subscriber to my newsletter… Whoo Hoo!

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