Hello friends! Ericka from Strangely Creative here, and today’s card is one of my favorite kinds to make, using what’s already on your desk.
A little gel print, leftover Lindy’s Magicals, some embossing powder, and a touch of washi… that’s all it takes to build something layered and beautiful.
🎨 Starting with a Stash Background
I began with a gel press print from my stash created using PaperArtsy paints.
To add the first layer of interest, I stamped number images from the Mags Woodcock 003 using white ink. Then came one of my favorite techniques…
I sprinkled WOW! Embossing Powder in both gold and clear over the stamped areas and heat set it. This gives a subtle but beautiful shimmer and adds texture without overwhelming the background.
🌸 Adding Soft Florals
For contrast, I stamped floral images onto a book page and loosely watercolored them using leftover Steampunk Soiree Magicals. The soft, imperfect watercolor paired with the printed text creates that layered, slightly vintage feel I love. After fussy cutting, I adhered the flowers to the background to create my focal point.
✨ Finishing Touches That Pull It Together
To complete the card, I added:
- A sentiment from the Blossom Sentiment from the same PaperArtsy set
- A strip of Add It Up Washi Tape for a graphic element
- A hand-drawn frame (always!)
- A few gold pen accents to echo the embossing
These small details tie everything together and give the card a cohesive, finished look. Thank you so much for stopping by today. I hope this inspires you to play with what you already have and create something beautiful.
Wishing you a wonderful Easter filled with creativity and a little peace. 💛🌸
Topflight Stamp Supplies
 PaperArtsy - Mags Woodcock EMW003 Shop at: TP |
 WOW! Embossing - Clear Shop at: TP |
 WOW! Embossing - Clear Embossing Pad Shop at: TP |
 AALL & Create - Washi Tape 72 - Add It Up Shop at: TP |
 Tsukineko - VersaFine Clair - Nocturn Shop at: TP |
 Lindy's Gang - Magicals Steampunk Soiree Shop at: TP |
 Gel Press - Reusable Gel Printing Plate Shop at: TP |
 Speedball - 2" Brayer Shop at: TP | ||
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