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Hi Everyone, today I am sharing with you my first completed card for the AECP Level 3 Courses.
I know that I mention this in my previous AECP posts, but honestly after every course I have completed up to now I feel that I learned something new and are improving my knowledge of cardmaking.
For today's card I used the Altenew Inky Lily Stamp Set with a few Elements of Art Techniques to create a balanced floral arrangement.
First I embossed white cardstock with the Altenew Inky Trellis Stencil and achieved a beautiful Texture Element of Art Background. This is such a wonderful way to to get more out of your stencils.
Tip:
Just remember to use an embossing mat and the special sandwich for your die-cut machine in order to get the perfect embossing with the stencil.
I then die-cut the stamped images with the Altenew Inky Lily Die Set and used the Space Element to centre my floral arrangement. To achieve some dimension I used 3D foam dots.
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Sentiment: Spellbinders Charming Tag Sentiment. Die: MFT Fishtail.
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I first created my own watercolour background using Altenew Cherry Blossom Crisp Dye Inkand Frosted Foliage Fresh Dye Ink. Sentiment: LOTV Sentiment Tags. Dies: Marianne Design Lighthouse, Sea Shells, Flower Set. Joycrafts Sun & Moon. Couture Creations Le Petit Jardin Evening Branch. Nuvo Crystal Drops and Ranger Stickles.
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Sentiment: Spellbinder Charming Tag Sentiments. Die: Poppystamps Stitched Landcapes. Stamp: Couture Creations Snowfall Background Stamp. Distress Oxide Blueprint Sketch and Salty Ocean. Wow Super Fine Gold Embossing Powder. Altenew Pure White Embossing Powder.
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Hi Everyone, I have been challenged to create an Altered Item/Upcycled Project for my AECP Level 2 Final Challenge. I decided to altered a clipboard and create a vintage panel that have the beautiful Altenew Enjoy Your Journey Stamp Setas focal point.
Also part of the challenge is to create 4 Masculine Cards with different themes which I futured in my previous blog post. Herewith the link to: 4 Masculine Cards Blog Post.
I wanted to keep with the Masculine theme and the 3 Components from the Level 1 and 2 AECP Courses. The components I chose were:
1. Celebration Stencil Techniques
I used the Stencil Foil Technique on the panel which was not part of the AECP Course, but I think this technique creates such a wonderful shiny texture using the Altenew Buffalo Plaid Builder Stencil.
2. Color Your Day
I used colour combinations next to each other on the colour wheel. For inspiration I used a postcard example found on Pinterest and created a vintage panel with the Altenew Enjoy Your Journey Train Stamp.
I also used some of the other AECP Courses for the altered item as I learned so many techniques from the Level 1 and Level 2 courses. If you ever think of improving your crafting skills I highly recommend to consider doing the AECP Courses.
I concentrated on the following colour inspiration:
I first coloured the clipboard and was inspired by how Luise Heinzl made it. I adapted it to work with the vintage train postcard panel I made. The rustic clipboard just compliments the Altenew Enjoy Your Journey Train image and let it stand out as focal point.
Following on from this I wanted to give the clipboard a vintage texture look and used the Heat Embossed Technique. I inked the edges with Embossing Ink, poured theAltenew Pure White Crisp Embossing Powder onto the clipboard edges and heat embossed it.
I then used the Stencil Foil Technique on the panel which was not part of the AECP Celebration Stencil Techniques Course, but I think this technique creates such a wonderful shiny texture and is a new way to step up the challenge.
I used Gesso and foil with the Altenew Buffalo Plaid Builder Stencil and just love the wonderful shiny texture I achieved for my background. Be sure to check out my Video Tutorial above to learn how to use the Stencil Foil Technique. Video Link.
Tip: When working with Gesso, clean your stencils and tools right away. Do not allow it to dry, because it will be very difficult to clean.
Following on from this I cut a strip of cardboard to 5 1/4" x 9 1/2", burlap to 1 3/8" x 7 5/8" and added it onto the panel.
Tip: This technique is such a great way to stretch the use of your die stash. Use thicker cardstock when creating your own stencil so that you can get multiple uses out of it.
Following on from this I cut white cardstock to 4 1/2" x 8 3/4" and used the Ink Blending and Negative Masking Techniques. I ink blend through the Altenew Decorative Enamels die-cut stencil using the Altenew Coffee Break Mocca Crisp Dye Ink and I love the beautiful textured background I achieved. Be sure to check out my Video Tutorial above to learn how to use the Die-cut Stencil Technique, Ink Blending and Negative Masking Techniques. Video Link.
Thank you for visiting me and I hope you enjoyed how I created my Level 2 Final Challenge Altered Clipboard. This was such a fun and learning experience! I always appreciate you taking the time to leave a lovely comment.
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Hi Everyone, I am so excited to share my completed AECP Level 2 Final Challenge. I learned so many techniques from the Level 1 and Level 2 courses and are enjoying the creative AECP journey. If you ever think of improving your crafting skills I highly recommend to consider doing the AECP Courses.
This is going to be a long post so please bear with me.
I have been challenged to create 4 Masculine Cards with different themes (Birthday, Love/Thinking Of You, Anniversary and Encouragement). Also part of the challenge is to create an Altered Item/Upcycled Project which I will future in my second blog post. Herewith the link to: Altered Item Blog Post.
I had to select 3 Components from the Level 1 and 2 AECP Courses. The components I chose were:
1. Celebration Stencil Techniques
I learned how to utilize stencils in various ways on my projects. In the end I get more out of my stencils, other supplies and I think this a win-win situation for any crafter's stash, don't you agree?
2. Color Your Day
Sometimes we all need a pick-up and what better way to brighten up one's day by creating with beautiful colours. I learned that inspiration can come from something that might be around you everyday and that my colour wheel is one of the best craft investments I made to decide on colour ratios.
3. Impressive Heat Embossing
When I think of embossing, this song always play around in my head "Let It Shine". In this course I learned many tips and techniques about Heat Embossing. How to achieve magic with embossing powders, colouring and craft tools.
Herewith my 4 Masculine Cards:
Step-by-Step Tutorial
Card 1 - Birthday Card
I concentrated on the following colour inspiration:
First I trimmed cardstock to 5 3/4" x 8 1/4" and fold it to create the card base. For the panel I cut cardstock to 3 7/8" x 5 1/2".
Tip: You can create your own custom colour embossing paste by tinting the embossing paste with the Altenew's Dye Inks and by using it through the stencil you achieve texture as well as dimension.
I then used the Stencil Foil Technique which was not part of the AECP Celebration Stencil Techniques Course, but I think this technique creates such a wonderful shiny texture and is a new way to step up the challenge.
Tip: Take your favourite technique and use your craft products in a different way to achieve amazing effects on your projects. Just by using the stencil with foil I achieved a beautiful shiny texture, stretched the use of the stencil and find a new purpose for it.
Tip: When colouring with Altenew Artists Markers it is important to use blending cardstock to prevent bleeding.
To finish I used the Ombre Heat Embossing Technique. First I stamped the sentiment with the Altenew Blue Mountains Alpine Fresh Dye Inkand heat embossed it with Clear Embossing Powder. I then stamped the sentiment a second time and heat embossed it using Gold Embossing Powder. I adhered the panel onto the card front using foam tape.
Card 2 - Love Card
I concentrated on the following colour inspiration:
Following on from this I wanted to create a sun. I die-cut white cardstock with a small circle die, inked through the die-cut stencil with Versamark Embossing Ink and heat emboss it using the Altenew Pure White Crisp Embossing Powder.
Following on from this I trimmed white cardstock to 2 5/8" x 3 7/8" and cut it at an angle. I stamped a sentiment using theAltenew Stampwheel, heat embossed it and added it onto the card front using 3D foam dots.
Tip: Always use antistatic powder before you heat embossed. This prevents embossing powder from straying and sticking where its not wanted. Make sure your heat tool has had around 30 - 60 seconds to warm up before bringing the heat tool to your project, this reduces warping.
Did you ever wonder how many colours to add on your project? From Therese's Color Your Day Course I learned a wonderful go-to formula which I definitely will use in future and already have done so for my cards and altered project.
I concentrated on the following colour inspiration and for the colour ratio I choose blue as the main colour, Green for the second colour and lastly but not least Red-Orange:
First I created my own stencil by die-cutting white cardstock with a square die to get a triangle stencil.
Tip: Use thicker cardstock when creating your own stencil so that you can get multiple uses out of it.
Tip: If your cardstock gets warped, bend it in different directions or run it through your die-cutting machine. Be careful not to use your most loved cutting plate otherwise it will leave marks on your cardstock.
Tip: Use the Inlaid Die-Cut Technique to achieve more interest and dimension on your project.
Following on from this I stamped the beautiful encouragement sentiment from the Altenew Meadow Reflections Sentiment Stamp and heat embossed it. I adhered the panel onto the card front using foam tape.
Thank you for visiting me and I hope you enjoyed how I created my Level 2 Final Challenge Masculine Cards. This was such a fun and learning experience! I always appreciate you taking the time to leave a lovely comment.
Just in case you want to do a little shopping I have added the links below (they are affiliate links which means that I will receive a small portion of the sale at no extra cost to you). I truly appreciate your support of my card adventures!
