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Hi there! It’s time for another post. This time we are talking about glimmer and shine. I mean, who doesn’t like a little sparkle? Nothing overwhelming; just enough to give the card a little pizzazz.
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I started out by trimming a 4 1/4 in x 5 1/2 in piece of Neenah Classic Crest Solar White 110lb Cardstock down to 4 in x 5 1/4 in. Next I used my T – Ruler to measure out three vertical lines (each one inch apart).
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My next step was to add three strips of 1/8 in Scor-Tape (double-sided adhesive) to the card front using the three vertical lines as my guide.
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I chose iCraft Pink Melon deco foil to add “shine” to the card front. I cut three thin strips, removed the backing from the Scor-Tape and carefully placed each strip on to the tape, using my finger to carefully burnish the foil before peeling it back.
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Next, I used an acrylic block to stamp my images (I used Altenew Permanent Black Ink).
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Now to add color and shimmer to these sweet treats. I used Caliart alcohol based markers for color. The “shimmer” was added by applying small amounts of Clear Wink of Stella.
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After adding foam tape to the back of the card front, I adhered it to a top folding card base cut from Neenah Desert Storm 100 lb card stock. The last step was to add my sentiment to the card.
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There you have it folks. A quick and easy simple way to add glimmer, shine and a touch of sweetness to your day! Thanks for stopping by. Don’t forget to spread a little kindness! – Ouma
This is truly awesome, Takisha! Fabulous design and share! I love the bright colors that you chose. The placement of each stamped image is spot on! I am so glad that you enter your beautiful work in Altenew AECP assignment Gallery. Awesome details and design! Super work!
Thank you!
Great tutorial!!! Thanks for sharing!