I love the weekly challenges at StampNation. Maureen is our coordinator and always has something to get our Mojo flowing! Each week, our Dream Team shares amazing samples to inspire SN members and I put up a video of my challenge card.
This week is my favorite type of challenge…it's a sketch.
Here's a peek at my project.
Members, hop over to check out the challenge thread and see the DT samples…they did an amazing job and it's incredible how each card is different, yet the same.
I found the sketch to be so inspirational that I sat down to make a second card. View the video to see what I did and the inky fun I had!
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“It feels like a close “family” and I feel very “safe” here. Love the wonderful sistahood. I am learning about other parts of the world. Adore learning and having a go at new techniques and trends, and challenges, and everything! Love how we all share, (not just carding), help and support each other here in times of need. I am learning new things all the time that I would othewise never have learnt, in a very safe and nurturiing environment. Love the inspiration at SN. My confidence is really growing! Thank you Catherine for SN and all the Sistahood!” Lynn
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“The inspiration is amazing. Only being a card maker for about 1 1/2 yrs, I've learned SO much here and with the loving support of my sistahs, I've gained confidence in my work. I would have never come this far, had it not been for SN. I love the the unity of my extended family, and that, to me, makes my life so much richer.” Debbie
This is a peek of the DT projects.
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Supplies:
- Flower Friend Stamp Set (Simon Says Stamp)
- Cardstock: Whisper White, Basic Black (SU), Distress Watercolor Paper
- Ink: Wild Honey Distress Ink, Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay (SU)
- Accessories: Clear Block, Rhinestones