Northern Lights Ink To Stamp Background ~ Graduation Card

Check out this set of cards with a Northern Lights ink to stamp background technique.  I made each card slightly different.  Graduation sentiments were added, but almost any theme will work.

The encouraging sentiment strips were added and layered for graduation greetings.  And, the backgrounds coordinate with the sentiments perfectly.  Lots of Unity Stamp Co. products were used and they are linked down below for your convenience.

Sketch ~ Friends of Unity Blog Hop February 2024

 It is February already.  I hope you are being creative in the new year.
The February 2024 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is a "Sketch".  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

I made three different cards with the sketch inspiration this month.

Set of Baby Cards - boy & girl congratulations

Hello everyone.  Today, I am sharing a set of baby cards, one for a boy and one for a girl.  They coordinate in style.  Plus, this is a sneak peek of something new coming soon at Unity Stamp Company.

These were quick and easy to make.

Silhouette stamped poinsettia cards ~ set of 6

 Welcome.  Thank you for visiting.  Today for Unity Stamp Company, I am sharing silhouette stamped poinsettia cards.  A set of six coordinating holiday cards were made in one setting.

For these, I tried different ink for different color options.  Which combo do you like most?

Scrap Paper 3 Ways ~ Card, Tag, Envelope Liner

 Welcome.  Thank you for visiting.  Today for Unity Stamp Company, I show how to use scrap paper 3 ways.  It is a coordinating gift set including a greeting card, a gift tag and an envelope with a matching liner.

Now, go check out your scrapbook paper stash and also the 12x12 paper pads.  You will find treasures perfect to make a set like this.  This sheet is patterned vellum, but most paper works.

Pearlescent watercolor and gold embossing on black

 Today for Unity Stamp Company, I share pearlescent watercolor and gold embossing on black paper.  This matching sympathy set of cards and a gift tag were made quickly and easily with a couple of unique watercolor products.

Almost any stamp and theme can be used for this watercolor and embossing technique.

Slimline ~ Friends Of Unity Blog Hop November 2023

 Welcome.  Thank you for visiting.  The November 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Slimline".  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop. 

This is a look at both cards together for this blog hop.  And also the graphic for this hop is below.

Baby congrats card ~ balloon stenciling

  Today for Unity Stamp Company, it is all about baby congratulations.  This is a set of cards to send congrats to Mom and Dad for themes like baby shower, expecting or new baby.

Layered stenciling made this card come to life.  I kept the colors light and great for a boy or girl.

Easy Vintage Style Greeting Cards 2 Ways

  Today for Unity Stamp Company, I share two ways to create easy vintage style greeting cards.

These cards were made using simple mixed media, stamping, a touch of color and patterned paper.  The papers simplified it all for easy card making.

Technique ~ September 2023 Friends Of Unity Blog Hop

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The September 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Technique".  My technique is background stenciling.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

This is a look at my set of cards for September.

My projects show two ways to add a background frame along with ink blending.

Angie Girls Theme ~ Friends Of Unity Blog Hop August 2023

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The August 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Angie Girl", the rubber stamps designed by Angie Blom Designs.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

Be sure to see below both of the cards and the project details.

Matching card and envelope set ~ patterned paper

  Today for Unity Stamp Company, I am sharing a matching card and envelope set using patterned paper with coordinating stamped sentiments.  No coloring was involved.

Watercolor ~ July 2023 Friends Of Unity Blog Hop

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The July 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "watercolor" themed.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

For today's cards, I chose a sympathy theme, because I like having these types of cards on hand when it is needed.  Also, I think that soft watercolor adds a peaceful look.
The details for each card follow.  Be sure to check out the rest of the blogs in the hop for beautiful inspiration and ideas for card making.

Rustic background with softness ~ 2 cards

 Sometimes you want a different look for different occasions.  Today for the Unity Stamp Co. blog, I am showing how to make a rustic background with softness.  I show two examples. 
These projects are also part of the Unity Stamp Company and Brutus Monroe Instagram hop starting 6.7.23.  See me there @neatnook for more details.

 Sometimes you want a different look for different occasions.  Try using a stamp in a different way, changing colors or techniques for all kinds of looks. 

June 2023 Friends of Unity Blog Hop ~ Masculine

 Welcome.  Thanks for visiting.  The June 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Masculine" themed.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

The details for each card follow.

Be sure to check out the rest of the blogs in the hop for beautiful inspiration and ideas for card making.

Friends Of Unity Blog Hop May 2023 ~ Inspired By

 Welcome.  Thank you for stopping by.  The May 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Inspired By".  My cards for this hop were inspired by my love for puppies and dogs.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

The details for each card follow.
Be sure to check out the rest of the blogs in the hop for beautiful inspiration and ideas for card making.

April 2023 Friends Of Unity Blog Hop ~ Butterflies

Welcome.  Thank you for stopping by.  The April 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is all about butterflies.  I hope that you will join in on the fun.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

The details for each card follow.
Be sure to check out the rest of the blogs in the hop for beautiful inspiration and ideas for card making.

Set of 3" x 3" mini note cards with envelopes ~ Snails

 Hello.  I am showing how to make a set of 3" x 3" mini note cards with envelopes.  These four were made cute using snail stamping and colored pencils.

Sentiments:
I pretty much adore you.
Sorry, I'm a little late.
Keep on moving.
Thanks slow much.

 These can be used as mini note cards or gift tags.  I made a little gift set with cards and envelopes tied together with tulle.

February 2023 Friend Of Unity Blog Hop ~ Say It!

 Happy New Year!  The February 2023 Friends Of Unity blog hop inspiration is "Say It!" (All about the Sentiment).  I hope that you will join in on the fun and inspiration.  Simply comment on each blog in the hop.  See the end of this post for your next stop.

I have 3 projects for this month.  Be sure to scroll all of the way down to see them all.

To start with, here is my zinnia flower card using foiling.  No coloring was involved and it was made flat for easy mailing 

And this is a set of zinnia cards that I will outline further down in this post.

Color Block Valentine's Day Cards ~ Set of 4

 Hi friends.  Here, I am sharing a set of four Valentine's Day cards made using color block patterns in variegated colors.

Sentiment:

Happy Valentine's Day
Assorted candy heart verbiage

This is fun to make with just solid paper for color.  Another fun option is to use the stencils in the set to create the conversation hearts in different colors.