Gosh, I never realized how hard it was to make clean and simple cards....
It took some real effort not to ink the edges or backgrounds and even more effort to let the washi tape shine and stamp only the sentiments. It's almost painful NOT to ink it up - LOL!!
I did it though and created a few cards that are fun, quick yet pack a nice punch.
On the first card I used 3 different patterns of washi tape and added a sentiment above and below the trio.
To add a bit more interest to the washi tape I doodled some lines where the washi tape met with a black fine tip Sharpie. There is no right or wrong here...just some doodling to break it up a bit.
Next card is simply some layering with a couple different tapes and a simple stamped sentiment.
O.k...I have to confess...this card was just the sentiment and washi tape to begin with but I couldn't stand it any longer.... I had to add some ink to jazz it up.
I simply added 3 splats using my distress stains in various shades of blue and I think it really gave the card some much needed life. Oh, and I also added a bit of stickles around the splats too...it was begging for some sparkle ;)
I'm sorry, I'm just so not good at clean and simple - LOL!!!
Be sure to check back tomorrow as I'm going to be posting the
Washi Tape Give-a-Way!
I like the details you added in the first & third cards, and I can see that you really held yourself back :)
ReplyDeleteI, too, have a hard time taking the minimalist approach. You pulled it off nicely. The small details you added made a huge difference. Love the cards!
ReplyDeleteI have a hard time with CAS- and have so much Washi tape- you have inspired me to just do it- I will get it out and try some of these CAS ideas!
ReplyDeleteRoni-
ReplyDeleteI love these cards! I think your version of clean and simple is fabulous. In particular, your "Splat" card! I love how it turned out!
Elaine Allen
Ahh, #3 still looks clean and simple to me. I think it's the best one. In my opinion. :)
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness - how cooooool !!! I love the one with the little birdies going across there. :-) This is most inspiring..... I would have just stuck it on there somewhere :-D FABBO
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IKE xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
the tapes they have are so fun and can make amazing cards - you seem to have found a good source .... I currently do not have any washi tape, but after seeing all you have done I am thinking I may have a new addiction!
ReplyDeleteSandra ltb
Wow - you always come up with such brilliant and innovative ideas. These are gorgeous, and all the work you put into the birdie one was well worth the effort. One to keep for yourself methinks
ReplyDeleteWhat fun cards! Washi tape sure is fun and versatile!
ReplyDeleteLove these cards! I have a serious love-affair with washi right now!
ReplyDeleteI think these are delightful. I love the first card and your splats are great.
ReplyDeleteThese are all beautiful - you did CAS just fine :)
ReplyDeleteI love your CAS ideas here- I have to use up some of my washi stash!
ReplyDeleteall so darling... love the birds..
ReplyDeleteThis idea would make cards really quick and easy! The birds are cute!
ReplyDeleteNoreen
Crafty Journal
Clean and simple is my kind of style! Those birds on a wire are so perfect as an embellishment!
ReplyDeleteLove your cards with washi tape. The first one was my favorite!!!
ReplyDeleteI love the splat! and the birds on a wire tape... they are tip-top
ReplyDeleteI agree it is hard to make a clean and simple card! at least for me.
ReplyDeletestamping sue
http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/
I struggle with clean and simple as well, and often give up - but I love the last two you've done here.
ReplyDeleteThese are all so pretty! Love the CAS look!
ReplyDeletePlease, oh please! How did you make those beautiful splats? I'm working on a project involving butterflies and many, many swirls and have been agonizing on the splats. I want them in my art, but just cant seem to come up with a way to make them.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. Cheryl from Seattle.