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Cardstock Carnival- more techniques with cardstock!

As part of Cardstock Carnival I have been sharing techniques that are perfect for our white-core cardstock. Today I have two more to share.

The ‘Hay There’ card features paper leathering. This technique was perfect for the Pretty Little Ponies stamp and thin cut set as it adds to the outdoor and country feel. To achieve this look you need to spritz your cardstock with water (enough that you can scrunch it up without tearing). Once you have done that carefully unfold the paper and lay it flat to dry (I usually place something on top to help it stay flat). Once dry, lightly sand the cardstock. This will help you achieve the look of leather.

Paper tearing is another fun technique. On this card and layout I used shades of blue to achieve the look of waves. When tearing I hold the cardstock strips and tear toward myself- this gives me the best control over the tearing. Our stamp of the month (You’re the GOAT) has a cute little whale that was perfect to tuck into the waves. On the layout I added liquid glass along the torn edge- my aim was to mimic the crest of a wave.

I was really pleased with how these projects turned out- playing with cardstock is super fun!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Mother’s Day Cards – because Mom deserves a handmade card!

Happy weekend and Happy Mother’s Day!!

The last two years have held many challenges for all of us and Mother’s have worked harder than ever to try to keep things running in the best way for their families. To me- this means they deserve all the love and thanks for what they have done and continue to do. What demonstrates that love better than a handmade card?!

I created these two cards using the ‘Friendship is a Blessing’ stamp set that is part of our Lest We Forget special. 

I love the pretty flowers in this set and the different arrangements they create. They were perfect for the masking I wanted to do on my two cards.

To create the below look I stamped the floral images with Intense Black ink on watercolour paper. I placed a post-it note (cut in a circle) in the middle to mask that area off for my sentiment. I coloured the images in with watercolours. It is important to be careful when coming close to the masked-off area- you want to keep the circle you created intact. Once the card was dry I glued it all together and finished the piece off with some liquid pearls.

Here is another card I did using the same steps but different flowers in the stamp set and different colours.

Do you add a handmade touch to your Mother’s Day celebrations?

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Sliding by to say THANKS!

How darling are these penguins!!!

I have to admit- when I created the first card in this series I got a little carried away. The Winter Penguin Stamp and Thin-cut are PERFECTLY cute!! Add to the card a fun (yet simple) distress oxide technique and I couldn’t get enough.

How was it done?

I first started by taping off the edges of my card base (with painter’s tape). I then blended Chipped Sapphire and Peacock Feathers to get the variation in the night sky for my background. Before the ink could dry I splattered some water on the background to get the fun snow effect. Our Fancy Border Thin cut was used to create the cute snow hills and I coloured the penguins with a mix of our TriBlend Markers and the Metallic markers. All of these items are available in my SHOP.

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Blossom has blossomed but only for a limited time!

Hey!!! Welcome back.

Can I just share with you how excited I am that Blossom was brought back for our Bring Back the Pack promotion! The colours in this paper are swoon- worthy and although it is cold and snowy here I still have LOTS of photos from warmer times that are perfect for this paper.

What fun things have I done with this paper? Well read on and maybe I will inspire you to create some pretty thing with Blossom.

PS- to see the paper on my website click HERE. This paper is only available until the end of February AND there are FREE (yes, I said FREE) workshop instructions on my website (see link above).

I was so happy how this page turned out- tangerine is a pretty colour but sometimes too much can just be too much BUT this page is so pretty! I used the Blossom paper pack, coordinating cardstock and the Cherished Blossoms Stamp and Thin Cut set with the addition of some flower sequins to add a bit of sparkle.

This page has a different look and utilizes a lot of the stickers that come with the Blossom paper packet. I also used the Lagoon Shimmer Brush to add some splatter in the background and then added the Floral Sequins to this page as well. I cannot wait to add the perfect photos to these pages!

And of course cards are another pretty creation with the Blossom paper! This one uses the products mentioned above and also the Stamp of the Month- Every Thank You. Check out how this card opens as well- a bit of a hidden surprise.

Remember- Blossom is only available until the end of February or while supplies last.

Happy Crafting!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


August SOTM: From Me to You- Card Series

I wanted to share this awesome Stamp of the Month: From Me to You. Why? Well, it is a card lover’s dream – super cute fonts, on-trend verbiage, and sentiments for many different occasions. This is a set you can use time and time again- I love when we release sets like this!

Below I created a few cards using some of the current product available in my shop. When you make a purchase of $50 or more, you can add this sweet stamp set on for only an additional $6! A fantastic deal and a cherry on top of your purchase 🙂

This is a little 3×3 card with a peek-a-boo window. I cut the window using one of the squares from our Stitched squares thin cut set. I placed some cute paper on the inside of the card (this was from one of our Mix-in packs) and added some acrylic hearts. Sweet and simple- this card can be used as a more masculine Get Well Soon card.

This is my FAV of this series. I love the bright yellow stripes and the flower thin cut is one that I cannot use enough- it is so versatile! The colours are bright and fun which is a nice complement for saying sorry. I also sanded the edges of the pewter cardstock – sanding is a great way to tone down a colour on a project without changing it out.

This next card is a simple thank you card that is perfect for when you need a more masculine look. The inside piece of cardstock slides out to reveal your note. The outside is a sleeve. This card is in our card how-to book Wishes and is one of my favourite designs. Mix in patterned paper and a piece of shimmer trim are also used.

Lastly, I have this fun pink card featuring a shaker window (love me a shaker window!). Some sanding and a journaled border add some more fun to this card. Inside the shaker window I also stamped some of the hearts from the SOTM- you can just see them behind the sequins.

What sentiment would you use first if you owned this stamp set? Post your reply in the comments below.

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


St Patrick’s Day Inspired Techniques

Happy St Patrick’s Day!

What a fun day full of fun traditions – my little one was VERY excited about this day (she was really hoping she would see a Leprechaun!) I captured this picture of her this morning and printed it off right away- the day inspired my creativity and I was anxious to get out some green and gold and get crafting!
1st paddys layout st paddys card

I used our heart thin cuts to create my shamrocks and a mixture of gold shimmer brush and green re-inker to create my fun splatter effect! Check out the video to learn more about these techniques!

How did you celebrate St Patrick’s Day?

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Create Kindness Card Workshop

UnknownCreate Kindness Card Workshop

This card workshop should not be missed! Join my at the Creative Bean Cafe in Barrie, ON from 1-3pm on September 17th for this fun mini card workshop! 
Create 24 cards with a Kindness theme- learn how to colour with markers, watercolour pencils and watercolour paints! Have a fun time out with friends! There will also be prizes as September 17th is National Stamping day! 

To RSVP to this workshop please send payment to braemontgomery@gmail.com
Full kit is 60.95 ($75.75 with tax and shipping- card bases and envelopes, 6 mini stamps, Mini stamp organizer, 2×2 block and a black mini ink)
Mini kit is $42.75 ($53.13 with tax and shipping- this one includes card bases and envelopes and all the mini stamps)
Petite kit is $12.75 ($15.84 with tax and shipping – only includes card bases and envelopes)

There are ONLY 7 spots so please RSVP early!
You can also order the kit through me during the month of September! We all need a reason to get out and have a good time with friends.Get a group of ladies together and run a small kindness event of your own!

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Holiday Expressions

If you have seen our amazing Annual Book then you likely were wondering where our holiday product is?? Surely, we have not produced a book with no gorgeous christmas stamps, thin cuts or other fun bits and pieces??
Come September 1st you will NOT be disappointed! Join me on Facebook for a LIVE release party on September 8th at 7:00 pm EST. I will be sharing new products, techniques and answering any questions you might have! This will be fun and I hope to see you there!
Find the event here >> https://www.facebook.com/events/281244652244356/
Feel free to share the event. 

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Learn to Watercolour Smoosh

Well it has been ages since I posted frequently in my blog and for that I apologize. Life just got in the way (and more to the point- country internet became a real issue…but I still love my home!)

So! Here we are back again and I want to give you something good today. How about a video tutorial on watercolour smooth?! Yes, that is a thing! Here is a picture of a completed card I made using this technique.

Watercolour smoosh image

It is super simple and I think very cute (I know, I am biased LOL). To create this card I used the following items that can be found in my SHOP.

Picture My Life Overlay cards

Gold and white ribbon

Card base (from Value pack of Cards and envelopes)

Watercolour paint and paint brush

(and although not in the card, the all purpose mat you will see in the video is a MUST for messy things!)

Here is the video:

I would LOVE to see some of your creations with this technique! I really would!

Either post in the comments or visit my Facebook fan page and post there!

Now go get smoothing!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Cards, cards and more cards

arrow card                                 butterfly card

I have to say that lately when I get some time to craft, I find myself pulled over to the card-side.  I can try things out on a card that I do not feel as brave trying on a layout. I also enjoy taking a layout that I like and turning it into a card (hint: if you visit my site and look through our Seasonal expressions you will find one card that demonstrates this).

I have been also been having a lot of fun with embossing folders and watercolour paint. These cards are all part of an upcoming card buffett.  Did you know that you can host one of these in your home for your friends? Contact me for more details!

envelope card

moon and back card

Until we craft again, The Brae-er


Featured Paper: Sangria Card

October we feature all things Sangria and as our fall colours deepen this paper becomes more and more perfect for the season! Yesterday I took some wonderful fall pictures that I cannot wait to scrapbook with this paper!

This is a quick little card featuring the Sangria paper and the Harvest Wreath stamp set. I added some of the bronze shimmer trim for some sparkle (how did I ever get by without shimmer trim?)
sangria card

This card makes me reflect on all I have.  I am blessed with so many things… a wonderful family, lovely home, great job and even better business and then all of you- my wonderful customers and loyal blog readers!

Until we craft again, The Brae-er