Hello friends!
It's time for a new challenge at Less Is More! This week we are making one of my favorites, one layer cards. It can sometimes be a challenge to make them look interesting and I don't always succeed with them... But they are fun to make and easy to mail! :)
Two weeks ago I told you I'd be showing only one single DT sample for you for the almost whole month of June but if you have a look at this post you'll see I have 3 cards for you... So it looks like I was lying! ;) I didn't intend to though. I stamped my second and third card when visiting blog friends Sandie and Marina in England last week and colored them in with Copics when back at home. Let's have a look at all the cards now... Click the photos larger for closer look of the details!
Card 1 : Strawberries (above)
I think a card can't get much more CAS than this! :) I used linen card for card base which gives a more "expensive" look and then stamped my Clearly Besotted Stamps greeting and Papersmooches strawberries on it with the help of MISTI stamping tool. I added Wink of Stella to the leaves of the strawberries and this card was ready in less than 5 minutes! Mind you that before this 4 or 5 cards with different kind of strawberry designs went to the bin. ;)
Card 2: Ice Cream
This card I stamped at Sandie's using Technique Tuesday stamps she had received from Marina as b-day gift -a fun connection because I had just been to Marina's! I also die cut a stitched line with a border die from Paper Smooches. At home I colored this in with Copics using color palette from Color Throwdown (I hope the addition of brown is ok, it's a neutral so I thought it's alright!) and added different shades of Stickles for "frosting".
In addition to Color Throwdown, I'd like to join ModSquad Challenge: Spark it Up.
Card 3: Pear
This was stamped at Marina's using her stamp set -Marina, if you are popping by and commenting, I wonder what the company was, I can not remember! I also stenciled some dots to the background for added interest. At home I colored this in with Copics and added some white gel pen and Stickles details. This image was actually in a Christmas set but I think it works ok for a non-Christmas theme too!
That's all from me today friends. I'd now like you to head on over and visit my DT buddies for more inspiration. Don't forget STAMPlorations is sponsoring the month of June, only way to win is to play along! ;)
Wow, a trio of loveliness here! I absolutely love your first card with the cute strawberry scene and clean layout <3 Your bonus cards are fabulous with their bright colours and bold designs. You've packed in loads of visual interest while keeping them fresh and uncluttered... perfect, and very inspiring. Hope your trip is going well! Have a great weekend x
ReplyDeleteHummm ! Three yummy cards Nonni ! I really love your simple but how much CAS first card with those strawberries and the sentiment ! Your ice cream cone card is the perfect one for Color Throwdown challenge ! So cool ! And this pear card is so lovely with your beautiful design ! A trio of fabulous CAS cards Nonni ! Have a fabulous weekend ! x
ReplyDeleteIncredible cards Nonni! Your first card is a lesson in how to rock CAS on a one layer - just look at all that yummy white space. Talking of yummy, I'm swooning at the amazing colouring on those ice lollies. They look so realistic that you can almost see the drips forming as they melt in the sun. Great re-use of those Christmas images for non-Christmas in the last card too. Love them all!
ReplyDeleteWow three wonderful cards Nonni. Love the simplicity of the first one and the colours and sparkle of the second and the pear and other stamps with the stencil on the third card. All so perfect.
ReplyDeleteAwesome CAS cards! First card is perfect with the cute strawberries nad sentiment! Love the colorful treats on the second card. And, third card is lovely with the hearts, birds, and pear!
ReplyDeleteWay to sneak in some stamping on your visit to England. Your first card is CAS perfection and i adore the bright colours on your next 2. So fun and sweet! 😉 Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy this week. Love all of your cards...perfect inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAdorable cards, I love the clean and simple look. Your ice creams are beautiful with the sparkly Stickles! Great take on the challenge, thanks so much for playing along with us this week over at The Mod Squad!!
ReplyDeleteThree fantastic one layer cards, Nonni! They are the sweetest! :) So great that you had a fun crafty time with Sandie and Marina. xx
ReplyDeleteYummy looking cards and fab colouring x
ReplyDeleteA trio of yumminess Nonni and so perfectly CAS and colourful. The first one oozes CAS to the max and I love all the added shimmer to your ice lollies. Coloured to perfection and the sweet pear definitely works for other occasions as well as Christmas. Superb inspiration and have a wonderful week. x
ReplyDeleteHow did you come up with so many ideas for this theme? I struggle to think of one. Each card is fabulous and unique. The stamp company is Inky Doodles.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great selection of cards. The ice lollies look so realistic and they are beautifully CAS.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fab Lim cards xx Jan
ReplyDeleteNot one but THREE lovely cards!! I love the ice creams you created on the second card and your simple design on the first. Great take on all your challenges!!
ReplyDeleteThree wonderful one layer cards here! your stamps are fun and so nicely colored on all!
ReplyDeleteFab CAS cards. My fav is the ice creams.
ReplyDeletemmmmmm! your ice cream card is DELISH! I love how you used the colors on your card. such a great CAS card.
ReplyDeleteA fantastic trio, Nonni ... sweet last scene ... yummy strawberries (and so deliciously CAS!) ... and mouthwatering ice creams! Congratulations on your win at CT with this cool, fresh card! Hugs, Anita :)
ReplyDeleteSorry for the late visit, Nonni, it's been one of those weeks!
ReplyDeleteI adore the simplicity of your first card, if I didn't make cards this is the kind I would certainly buy. Your colouring of the lollies and ice creams is fabulous and awesome in those colours. And I love the design of the stamps on your last card, so pretty and the white pen accents add such a great touch xx
Fabulous trio of wonderful cards...just so sweet. Love your adorable ice cream card, just adorable.
ReplyDeleteSorry this is so late... but better late than never - I hope!
ReplyDeleteLove these cards, but that first one with the strawberries is especially sweet. I adore it. x