Gingham Smiles

Hi everyone.  Here is my third and final card for my card class this Saturday.  After designing two elegant cards, I thought it would be fun to have something a little more whimsical ... a watering can full of spring flowers.  Love the gingham watering can ... you can't go wrong with gingham (or polka-dots!). :)

This time I shaped the watering can rather than the leaves of the bouquet.  I'm really happy how it turned out.  The photograph doesn't show the 3-D effect, but trust me, it turned out well.  I cut apart the pieces of the watering can (handle, spout, main part) so that I could sponge around all pieces for added dimension, but it also allowed me to shape each piece with my stylus and give them a "roundness".

Unfortunately, it's been a tough week for both my cousins, so they emailed me asking to postpone for a little while.  Life can be stressful when working and going to school - so I totally understand.  Good thing is I have the designs ready for whenever we can reschedule. :)

I had a lot of fun designing the three cards for this class and am excited about sharing these techniques - hopefully soon! :)

Stamps:  Sweet Summer Sentiments (Amy R)
Paper:  White (Neenah); Yellow Gingham (Making Memories); Gumball Green, Crushed Curry (SU!)
Ink:  Crushed Curry, Gumball Green, Pumpkin Pie, Early Espresso (SU!)
Accessories & Tools:  Big Shot, Little Leaves die (Sizzix), 8 Petal flowers die (C.C. Designs), Watering Can die (Silhouette Cameo), sponges, white gel pen, Stamp-a-ma-jig, stylus and mat