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Welcome to day 2 of the challenge! For today's challenge, I wanted to show you step by step how to make this glitter/shiny card. I am really disappointed that my Cover a Card didn't show up well in this photo, but I have close-ups to share that will give you a better idea.
First, I cut out the Easter Cutout Square (DIE264-ZZ). It is an intricate die, so I used a metal shim to cut it out. Instead of gluing it down, I derided to adhere it to a double sided adhesive sheet from Elizabeth Crafts:
As you can tell from the picture, some of the areas weren't completely pressed down into the adhesive sheet.
I used the backing of the adhesive sheet that I had peeled off to press the cut out into the sticky surface. The backing is waxy, so It didn't stick to the adhesive like paper or my fingers would.
Next, I sprinkled glitter onto the exposed sticker areas
I pressed the glitter into the sticker paper with my finger
I stamped the Diagonal Weave background (CC174) onto a dark pink card with dark pink ink and embossed it with clear powder. This is the same Cover a Card I used yesterday, I wanted to show you it in a different color and using a different technique. Embossing a Cover a Card with clear powder gives you a similar look to glazed patterned papers you can buy.
I often don't emboss directly onto my card because it can cause warping (pictured above). Instead, I emboss a layer and add it to my notecard. To get rid of the curl, I turned the card over and stacked heavy books on top and let it sit for a bit. It flattened everything back out.
To finish the card, I added the Tied Line die (DIE278E) and added the Hoppy Easter saying (A5121).
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73 comments:
Very pretty, love the glittery background....out this die on my ever growing wish list!!
What a perfect card for Easter..
Love the die...love the glitter..
I'd not thought to use the sticky paper backing to press the die down - I always get fingerprints everywhere!
That diagonal weave design on your border is really eye-catching. I can see that on lots of projects. Love that Easter scene. Makes me want to go out and purchase some spring bulbs!
Come and see what I've done today!
kReN@http://afourthlife.blogspot.com
I believe I 'need' this die :)
This is GORGEOUS!! I have this die on my list ... but down a ways ... it is gradually moving up to the top!! Thank you for the inspiration!!
Oooh, need that sticky paper. I love this darling card. Great details that i need to remember.
Great card and I love your embossing of the cover a card stamp!!!
Very nice! Your sparkly card is so Easter-y. Very nice to see the background in another colour. It is a very versatile design.
Thanks for sharing your work! :)
Glitter + die =. Perfect. Great Easter card.
So pretty Laura, I love the glazed card you made too :)
Pretty card love the shimmer background
REAL books are still good for something, eh?! lol! Love the dark on light embossing and that background stamp!
Good idea.
The tied die line is a riot. Have to have that!
Great card!! Love the embossing!
I just purchased this die. Can't wait to use it after seeing your inspiration.
Very cute card. Love the glitter technique.
Lovely card...I need to get started on my Easter cards. Your work is great inspiration!
Wonderful, love the Easter die, the card colors, and tip. TFS.
I think this card is wonderful! That little tree die is just perfect for Easter & spring with that cute little bunny.
(Just an FYI. I find also heating the back side of my panel for a bit when heat embossing makes it less warped.)
This die is amazing, love it, love, love it!!
What a pretty Easter card.
Very cute card. Love the glitter and embossing.
Beautiful card!! I really love all the pretty Easter dies from IO this season! My wish list is VERY long! :)
Love monochromatic cards. TFS.
This is so pretty. I love the embossing on the pink card. Very classy.
Love IO products!
Great use of the die I love the colors.
Gorgeous card, so lovely die cut;-))m
So awesome! Love the embossed background!
thanks for the info on how you did your embossing. must think about that next time with heavy card stock. Love this die and the completed inspiration.
Beautiful workmanship! Thanks too for the up close shots and notes how you put the card together.
Gorgeous sparkle! Love this new die!
A beautiful example of less is more.
Love that die!
Love the detail!
Oh, this is so very beautiful! Love all the sparkle and shimmer!
Hugs,
Snoopy :D
A beautiful card - love the sparkles. Such a beautiful die.
Beautiful card. Perfectly matched colors. Wonderful inspiration.
Regards,
Bozena
So pretty in pink and I like the sparkle and shine.
We are too critical of our own work.
The card is beautiful. I love this die cut
thanks for sharing
Great card. That die is going on my wish list. The Basket Weave stamp looks totally different, you might even thing they were different stamps.
I love glitter and your card was a perfect example. Love your card and the explanation, too. Thanks for taking the time to explain your technique. Also thanks for the inspiration. Must have that die!!!
Sweet, Seems an ideal use of glitter for the Easter scene.
Love the tied die line and have already used it several times. Adding glitter makes a lovely statement.
Gorgeous card! Love the sparkle & that fabulous die.
A beautiful card!
A beautiful card!
Nice card. Love your embossing and sparkles.
This pretty die is one of my favorites! I just love all the beautiful details! Gorgeous card and I love the addition of the glitter!
This is just the cutest die.
This is just lovely! Love it.
What a beautiful die. That is such a sweet scene and I love the clear embossing powder.
Great card! Love the background embossing as well as the cute scene! Thanks for sharing.
Katie B.
Very nice use of a scene by adding your extras. Like it!
Love when the whole card can just about be made from just the die cut. Lovely job! I like it.
Love the silhouette effect! catisi@aol.com
Thanks for all the helpful hints and for sharing your beautiful card. I love the glitter and the embossing on the background stamp. I'm going to give it a try.
Love that die! Glittering the background was the perfect touch! Great card!
So sparkly! Love it!
Love the bunny and the glitter embossing
What a beautiful card, Laura. So much to look at and enjoy.
Wow, what a gorgeous card and die!
OMG OMG OMG!! LOVING this!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
I love the techniques you used on this lovely card. Well done.
This is a super die and love how you used it and the color combo too. Thanks for sharing !
This is very, very nice -- so shiny and sparkly!
Great Card!
What a fabulous and glittery card!!!
SO pretty Laura! Love the sparkle and how you did the sentiment panel!
Beautiful card! Love it!!!! Great job!
Olena
Such a cute easter card!
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