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Thursday, August 22, 2013

Clean & Simple Washi Cards...

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!
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22 comments:

  1. Craftymoose CraftsAugust 22, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    I like the details you added in the first & third cards, and I can see that you really held yourself back :)

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  2. TXMessAugust 22, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    I, 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!

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  3. Shelly SchmidtAugust 22, 2013 at 1:32 PM

    I 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!

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  4. Elaine AAugust 22, 2013 at 5:21 PM

    Roni-

    I 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

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  5. Nan GAugust 23, 2013 at 2:20 AM

    Ahh, #3 still looks clean and simple to me. I think it's the best one. In my opinion. :)

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  6. ikeAugust 23, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    OMGoodness - 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

    Hugz
    IKE xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  7. slbt17August 23, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    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!
    Sandra ltb

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  8. UnknownAugust 23, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    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

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  9. Diana FernandezAugust 23, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    What fun cards! Washi tape sure is fun and versatile!

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  10. Kathy EddyAugust 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Love these cards! I have a serious love-affair with washi right now!

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  11. ionabunnyAugust 23, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    I think these are delightful. I love the first card and your splats are great.

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  12. UnknownAugust 23, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    These are all beautiful - you did CAS just fine :)

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  13. Gia LauAugust 23, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    I love your CAS ideas here- I have to use up some of my washi stash!

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  14. DeeDeeAugust 24, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    all so darling... love the birds..

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  15. NoreenAugust 24, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    This idea would make cards really quick and easy! The birds are cute!

    Noreen
    Crafty Journal

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  16. SHartlAugust 24, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    Clean and simple is my kind of style! Those birds on a wire are so perfect as an embellishment!

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  17. Karen SchroederAugust 24, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    Love your cards with washi tape. The first one was my favorite!!!

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  18. Brenda is SO BlessedAugust 24, 2013 at 10:31 PM

    I love the splat! and the birds on a wire tape... they are tip-top

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  19. stamping sueAugust 25, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    I agree it is hard to make a clean and simple card! at least for me.
    stamping sue
    http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/

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  20. UnknownAugust 27, 2013 at 3:39 PM

    I struggle with clean and simple as well, and often give up - but I love the last two you've done here.

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  21. Denise BryantAugust 27, 2013 at 3:51 PM

    These are all so pretty! Love the CAS look!

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  22. MenollysingerOctober 1, 2013 at 3:11 PM

    Please, 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.
    Thanks so much. Cheryl from Seattle.

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