Card Sketch 14 Stamps, Ink and Paper #simplestamping

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In this tutorial, I show you how I go from card sketch to card while I explain step by step my creative process in creating this very simple cactus card. #simplestamping Also I show you a technique using torn paper to create the sandy ground for the cactus to sit in.

You will find the instructions, supply list and a video below.

I am using sketch 14 from my 30 Card Sketches with Examples ebook. With this card I am featuring Stampin’ Up!’s Flowering Desert stamps. This set will be retiring May 31, 2019. There is a link below for you to order it before it is gone forever.

Also, if you would like, you can order my ebook here 30 Card Sketches with Examples

Simple stamping using only Stampin' Up! Flowering Desert stamps, ink and paper

Simple Stamping Flowering Desert Measurements

Sahara Sand cardstock cut 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ scored at 4-1/4″
Whisper White cardstock cut 3-3/4″ x 5″ and 1/2″ x 2″ strip
Highland Heather cardstock 3/4″ x 3″ tear one end at an angle

Simple Stamping Card Details

tear a piece of scrap paper and cover most of the Whisper White layer having the torn edge near the bottom letting about an inch of the white layer to show. Use low tack tape to hold in place
With a sponge dauber and Sahara Sand ink sponge to bottom of the white layer to create a sandy ground (see video for this technique)
Stamp the Saguaro Cactus in Pear Pizzazz ink
Next Stamp the round dot plant in Highland Heather
Use Pool Party for the Agave plants
Stamp spiny shoots all around with Pear Pizzazz
The flowers on top of the Saguaro are in Calypso Coral
Tape the cactus layer to the far right center of the card base.
Attach the heather strip to the upper left of the card.
Stamp the sentiment and tape it to the heather strip

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