Clean and Simple cards is a look that resonates with many people. Today, learn how to make the simplest of cards with this how-to video and tutorial. This project was made for the CAS this Sketch Challenge #82 using the Wetlands stamp set by Stampin’ Up!.
The sketch is quite simple, so I kept the card simple:
A simple mask and easy sponging will yield a scene that blends seamlessly into your one layer card. Enjoy this video:
I think you’ll agree that it’s an easy card to make. You can do a ton of these and quickly have a unique little stack to send out anytime!
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Your cards are lovely. Usually, I don’t care for one-layer cards; to me, they cry out for a mat. However, yours is just perfect. Thank you for sharing them and the video.
Hi,
thank you very much for your video.
I love the stamps set so much.
The one-layer-card is new for me – but it looks so nice, I want to try it too. 😍
Do you use a non permanent clue for the masking picture? 😮
I am very new in this hobby. But it brings so much fun in my life :-).
Thank you, have a nice day and warmest greetings from a cold town in Germany,
Katrin
Hi Katrin – I use two – Zig two way glue: You allow it to dry clear and then it’s like a post it. If it’s wet, it’s permanent (blue). I also use Hermafix dotto, it’s repositionable at first.
I’m glad you are having fun – it’s a great hobby!! Once layer cards are so much fun. Hopefully it’s not too cold today! 🙂
Oh, this is wonderful! I love how you coloured these in! Fabulous take on the sketch!
Thanks Leigh! 🙂
I have fallen in love with your masking and sponging technique. I love simple and I love to send a lot of mail. With all the “fu-fu” being shown lately, one would have to hand a card, enclose in a box or padded envelope and go broke on postage. This is EXACTLY what I have been searching for. Thanks so much for sharing.
Lynn
I’m SO glad you loved this project Lynn. You’ll love the projects on the Creative Tips list too then. The video series has several projects just like this. Various ways to get the most out of a sheet of paper. Welcome to The Creative Grove and Enjoy! 🙂
One of my fav stamps used in simple creation and dynamic effect!
Thanks Shirl, I think the simplest sometimes are the greatest. I love this stamp too. 🙂
Lovely card, Ingrid. Thanks for the video!!
Greetings from Africa!!
You are very welcome Petra! Greetings from Germany! 🙂
This is so beautiful!
Thanks Erin – and thanks for stopping by. I absolutely LOVE your card, especially the stamps you use…more for my list now! 🙂
Thanks Ingrid. That was the best video for sponging that I’ve ever seen! I think that I can actually recreate the goose now in the Wetlands setting.
Mary
Thanks Mary! I’m so glad that it helped you. Have fun stamping and thanks for stopping by. 🙂
Oh that would make a wonderful 1+2=3 class. Great sponging.
I thought so too. 🙂 Thanks – third time was a charm on that one…lol!
Love and ADORE these sweet thank you cards,the soft blue is perfecion!!!
Thanks Kimberly – your cards were so cute – love those little characters. 🙂
I so love this stamp set, have used it lots, now will try and use it on a one layer card. Great card for many occasions.
Me too Carol – it’s so much fun to use, I never tire of it…thinking of using it in the next 1+2=3 series. 🙂