Author: Leslie Benson
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Learn a Faux Watercolor Technique
For today’s card I used a faux watercolor technique. It was very easy to achieve using a torn paper stencil and Stamping Sponges. The card base and fern die-cut is made using Terra-Cotta Tile card stock and I used Bumble Bee ink for the sponged stencil. The sentiment for the card came from the Peaceful…
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Make a Watermelon Milk Carton Treat Holder
Here is my latest Make-it-Monday creation. I wanted to make a party favor for our Father’s Day get-together this weekend and what’s better than a watermelon milk carton filled with sweet treats?! I used two new In-Colors from the Stampin’ Up! 2020-2021 Annual Catalog; Magenta Madness and Just Jade for the treat holder. I used…
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Two Fun Fold Cards Full of Flowers
Fun-fold cards pack a big “WOW” factor and are such a treat to receive! I enjoyed making the cards in today’s post and they were so easy to make. This first card looks like a large matchbook. The sentiment tag is positioned just right to keep the card closed. The pretty sunflower print from the…
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Make Your Own Gift Bag!
I love making my own gift bags when possible. I can customize the size of bag to fit the gift and it’s fun to coordinate everything using stamps, paper and ink. Here are two different sized bags I made using the Dino Days Bundle from Stampin’ Up! Aren’t they cute?! These bags are great for…
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Make a Floating Card
I have been having a blast making floating cards! Floating cards are not new but I am new to them. The cards are simple to make but the end result is a pretty fancy card. I’m so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone to create these cards. I will definitely make them again.…