No Stamps?!

Hello everyone! Jeez this piece was a challenge for me--no stamps?! On a happier note I was able to use some of my neglected patterned paper and cardstock. It has been a while since I used such materials. When I made this I was having one of those "crafter's block" moments, so I went on Pinterest and found a bunch of colour combination pins! Below is the one that served as my colour inspiration for this piece.

The Perfect Palette

I find this colour combo quite interesting because I for one rarely use black on my creations. However, after seeing this eye-catching cake piece I was like, "Hmm... this looks good (I bet it tastes good too--LOL)". I hope you like it!

xoxo,

Brian

A bold solid die cut sentiment is perfect for a piece with lots of patterns.

Layering different sizes of flowers adds an interest and whimsy!

Bold colours--I love it!

Supplies

Simon Says Stamp - Thanks Metal Die

Recollections - Paper Flowers

Recollections - Black Cardstock

Recollections - White Cardstcok

ZIG - 2 Way Glue Pen

Provocraft - Cuttlebug Machine

Patterned Paper & Cardstock

Challenges

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Anything Goes
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - No Rules
Mojo Monday - 386 Tall & Skinny

The Pink Elephant - Anything Goes

Sweet as Pie!

Happy Weekend everyone! I made this quick mini card (3" x 3"). I love how easy to make this cute piece! It is great to have a stash of this for those impromptu "pick me ups" for a friend or family member who having a gloomy day. I hope you like it!


xoxo,
Brian

The trio of hearts is a perfect visual trail leading to the focal point of this cute mini card!

Supplies

happy feast	*Tsukineko MEMENTO Full Size Ink Pad TUXEDO BLACK	*Simon Says Stamp Premium Dye Ink Pad DARK CHOCOLATE Brown ink007	*Simon Says Stamp Premium Dye Ink Pad LIPSTICK RED ink010
*Lawn Fawn 1.75"" Acrylic ROUND Grip Block with Grid	*Neenah Classic Crest 80 LB SUPER SMOOTH SOLAR WHITE Paper Pack 25 Sheets	*Copic SKETCH 72 PC SET D Markers DDDS72D

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Challenges
Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Anything Goes
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - No Rules
CASology - Week 135: Mini
Sweet Stampin - All or Nothing Challenge
The Pink Elephant - Anything Goes

Friends Forever

Hello everyone! Happy Friday! One of my very good friends, Mir, is a fabulous crafter. I adore her style using mostly Distress Inks and Dylusions. I try to do that style but I am one of those crafters who are more inclined to cutesy-patootsie type of pieces (e.g., Lawn Fawn, Paper Smooches, etc.) Once in a while I get really inspired to create more "artsy" type of cards--thank you so much Miranda for being an inspiration and pushing my capabilities! I made this card with her in mind, both the techniques and the sentiment were inspired by her creativity!


xoxo,
Brian

I am currently obsessed with the "lifting" technique using the same layer. I love how it adds texture and interest!

Supplies

*7 Gypsies Cling Stamps PAR AVION IC0149 Hampton Art 2013	*Simon Says Clear Stamps STAMPtember?äó APOTHECARY LABELS sss06125	*Simon Says Stamp STAMPtember?äó APOTHECARY LABELS Craft DIES S114	Simon Says Stamp Premium Dye Ink COBBLESTONE Ink032
*Simon Says Stamp Premium Dye Ink Pad BLACK Ink008	Distress Ink Pad, Mustard Seed	Distress Ink Pad, Peeled Paint	Ranger Ink - Tim Holtz - Mini Ink Blending Tool - Round
Strathmore WATERCOLOR PAPER PAD 5.5x8.5 Bound 298103	*Glue Arts GLUE GLIDER PRO PermaTac Adhesive Applicator	*Cuttlebug Die-Cut & Emboss Machine Provo Craft 2000293

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Challenges

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Anything Goes
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - No Rules
Sweet Stampin - All or Nothing Challenge
The Pink Elephant - Anything Goes

Shout Out Tuesday #3

Hello everyone! It is Tuesday again and that means it is SHOUT OUT time! This week's featured crafter is not only uber creative but super pretty as well, it is none other than Ms. Ruby! Ruby and I met on Instagram, I enjoy browsing through her account because it exudes creativity and attention to detail. That being said there is not wonder why she is part of a Design Team for a stamp company that offers fabulous images!

Make sure you check out her social media for inspiration:

Instagram - @rubznaz

Blog - www.arareruby.blogspot.com

Here are some of Ruby's work:

Canine Birthday!

Hello everyone! I had fun using gamsol and coloured pencils creating this card. It takes longer to blend than Copic Markers but it is worth it. I have been planning to create a background scene with Distress Inks for the longest time and finally I had time to do it on this piece. I hope you like it!


xoxo,
Brian

 The canines are just adorable with their little party hats!

The banner flags add a festive feel to the scene

Let's celebrate!

Supplies

*Lawn Fawn CRITTERS AT THE DOG PARK Clear Stamps	blue skies	year four	sophie's sentiments
blue skies - lawn cuts	year four - lawn cuts	*Lawn Fawn CRITTERS AT THE DOG PARK Lawn Cuts Dies	*Tsukineko MEMENTO Full Size Ink Pad TUXEDO BLACK
*Simon Says Stamp Premium Dye Ink Pad BLACK Ink008	*Prismacolor PREMIER COLORED PENCILS 48 Set Lot	Crafter's Companion Spectrum Noir Gamsol Blending Solution	Crafter's Companion STUMP SANDER Spectrum Noir SPECL-SANDER
*Ten Seconds Studio #5 PAPER STUMP Blend Blending Tool	*Neenah Classic Crest 80 LB SMOOTH CLASSIC CREAM Paper Pack 25 Sheets	*Cuttlebug Die-Cut & Emboss Machine Provo Craft 2000293	*ZIG Glue Pen FINE TIP Two Way Acid Free 00779
*3M Scotch ROLL WHITE MASKING TAPE Post-It Adhesive 2650-W	*Glue Arts Glider Pro VALUE 2 PACK 1/4 x 40 PermaTac REFILL Adhesive Applicator	2.5" round grip block with grid	1.75" round grip block
*PRE-ORDER Ranger MINI ROUND INK BLENDING TOOLS IBT40965	*Tim Holtz DISTRESS INK PAD STORMY SKY Blue Ranger	*Tim Holtz DISTRESS INK PAD SALTY OCEAN Ranger SUMMER	Distress Ink Pad, Faded Jeans
Tim Holtz Distress Mini Ink Pad SHABBY SHUTTERS Ranger TDP40163	Distress Ink Pad, Tea Dye

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Challenges
Lawnscaping Challenge - Birthday Celebration
The Pink Elephant -   TPE 287 Anything Goes