Skating in the Glow of Christmas Lights

Hello. Jeanette here with two more Christmas cards I made with stamps from the October release.

Technique Junkies Christmas Lights (Set of 4):

Technique Junkies Gnome Skaters:

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If you'd like to see other cards I've made using Technique Junkies stamps/products, you'll find them on my blog - HERE.

Poinsettia Wreath

 

I love Christmas Cards in non-traditional colors! The Sketched Poinsettia Wreath stamp used here was colored with Copic markers in soft pinks and bright greens, then cut out. It is popped over a dotted embossing folder with light silver swipes over the raised areas. The sentiment is from the Oh Christmas Tree set. Both may be found here:

Sketched Poinsettia Wreath: https://techniquejunkies.com/sketched-poinsettia-wreath/

Oh Christmas Tree, Set of 4: https://techniquejunkies.com/oh-christmas-tree-set-of-4/

Draped Holly Bells Christmas Card

 

Hello everyone.  Design Team Member Michael here.  Can you believe that October is almost over?  Where did this year go?  At least the fun holidays start next.  LOL  

Today I am sharing a Christmas card I made using the Draped Holly Bells stamp, which is part of the October 2023 New Release.

Being on the Design Team means I get the stamps before they are released so I can make samples.  I never got to use this stamp before the release and it was fun to get this idea out of my head.  

• I made an A2 card using white cardstock and I adhered one of the papers from the Christmas Market Collection from Carta Bella.  I thought the paper matched the stamp perfectly. 
• Next, I stamped Draped Holly Bells on a piece of white cardstock, colored in the image, and die-cut it using the largest oval die from the Petite Ovals Large set from Spellbinders (retired).
• Next, I die-cut a piece of red cardstock using the largest die in the Petite Scalloped Ovals Large set (retired).    
• I adhered the white oval to the red scalloped oval and then realized, I wanted this raised off the card front.  So I cut a piece of black fun foam using the largest oval die and adhered this to the back and then to the card front.   You can, of course, also use foam tape.  For me, fun foam is cheaper. 
• For my sentiment, I wanted a smaller very simple "Merry Christmas".  But I don't own one.  So I typed it up, printed it, die-cut it and adhered it to the card front. 
• Lastly, some stickles on the leaves and some small red crystals for the holly berries. 

Done!  I hope you love this idea.  I'd love to know...leave a comment below.  Don't forget, if you love this stamp or anything else on the website, you can use my code to save 10% on your order.  Use TJ10Michael at checkout.  

Until next time...

Hugs from Brasil.

~Michael

TJ Inkspirations: Zen Trees x 2

 

Outstanding Color Intensity! I have new sprays to share with you today, and a new tutorial on using them! I have added Aladine IZINK Sprays - in both Shiny and Dye (non-shiny). These gorgeous inks were made with Seth Apter - and the nozzles are "non-clog." Winner winner! I created one background and used it to make two cards using the Zen Trees and Stylized Peace Dove stamps. It was super easy, and these are just stunning in person! The tutorial is below. I did create a kit for you since the sprays are new to the store. The kit and/or supplies used in the video may be be found here: https://techniquejunkies.com/zen-trees-x-2-kit/ . Please note - our travel schedule and some (needed) time off means that we will not be shipping any orders until October 30th. The video is HERE ( or click on the image below): Here are more views of the cards...

Peace on Earth

 This beautiful Hanukkah Background stamp worked well for this layered card layout in classic blue and silver.  I forget what this technique is called, but you cut out three rectangular panels in three sizes, the largest being 4 x 5.25.  Using Washi tape, stack the panels, then stamp the background stamp over the stack.  Separate and add a contrasting matte for each of the two smaller panels, then glue all panels together.  Finished with a simple die cut sentiment.  Get this wonderful stamp here:  https://techniquejunkies.com/hanukkah-background/.  Use my code TJ10FAITH for 10% off your order.  Happy Hanukkah and Happy Shopping!

Good Wednesday Morning! Today I am sharing the Hanukkah Background stamp that was released this month. I paired one with Happy Hanukkah, set of 2 and the card below with Scripted Holidays, set of 6.

My first card was stamped on watercolor paper in versafine black onyx.  Next, I did a blue watercolor wash over it. Dried with that gun and used Gold stickler for the menorahs. The sentiment is from and center on dimensionals.

My second card was stamped in blue and a fancy die cut was used to cut it out. I ran the white ribbon through the ink pad to achieve a nice, monochromatic look.

Head on over to Technique Junkies for all things wonderful! Use my code TJ10Pam at checkout.

 

Are you ready?

Only two more months til Christmas

are you ready? 

Well check out the new Christmas stamps this month

First up is the new Gnome Skaters...

This is such a fun stamp to colour and so many possibilities 

bits of sparkle on their hats and beards / stamped the saying on some ribbon to layer on

next using the Zen Trees backgound stamp

embossed onto silver cardstock with white embossing powder

Layer on the Merry & Bright from an older set

So this one is so quick but looks great ...

Finally today is Rudolf and Friends 

ater colour the background then embossed the stamp in silver

on top of it

A few silver threads down the side - and tada

Be sure to check out all the new stamps this month - and when shopping be sure to use my discount code TJ10Darlene for 10% off