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Always …

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The hearts used here were left over from a different project and were cut using Hero Arts Infinity dies. I saw a card on Facebook, but I can’t remember which group. I think it was GKD and I really liked the design so this card is inspired in 3 ways, firstly the challenge, secondly the mood board blues and then the card I saw. I cut a panel and then using an older Tim Holtz die set I cut the corner section. My first cut was not great, so I set that one aside and did another. I was thinking about how to continue when I had the idea of using the poorly cut piece as a stencil so I could add bits of colour in a few places. I pulled out some textured CS and cut a piece that would fit behind the white panel. Then I placed the temporary stencil and added some different inks in just a few spots. While I was doing that I thought maybe the stencil would work over the hearts so I proceeded to that too. I added the blue piece to the white layer and then took the hearts and sprayed them with sheer shimmer spray so they have a lovely sparkle and it actually shows on the photo. I added the sentiment and went over that with a sparkle pen then added it all to another layer of textured blue CS which I added to the card front. I popped up the hearts with foam tape and added a few sequins.

In thinking about it, I decided to also add the card to the challenge at January 2024 Stencil Fun. I’m not sure if a homemade stencil qualifies but nevertheless I think it is fun to add there as well. I wasn’t sure I would like this card, but I actually do and am happy with how it turned out.

Thanks for stopping by, your comments are much appreciated.

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  2. Amazing that inspiration comes form places that you don’t expect. Your card is smashing and so attractive. I love the hearts too. Great Job!

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    1. Thanks and I agree about inspiration. Don’t know about you, but sometimes ideas pop in the middle of the night and I have to write them down immediately

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    1. Thanks Gerry. Unlike some of our group I am useless at making a real stencil, but using a die cut worked okay.

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  8. Absolutely beautiful my friend! Oh Yes, homemade or store bought … you’ve used a stencil so this card definitely qualifies! LOVE your overall design! Well done! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our STENCIL FUN & DOUBLE D challenges! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.

    Darlene
    DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS
    Co-Owner … Can You Handle the Pressure, Double D, Four Seasons, Peace On Earth,Stencil Fun, Simply Clean & Simple, Two Old Bats, Triple B, Word Power

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