Happy Diwali with challenge reminder!

Hello and good afternoon dear friends!

Here's wishing you all a very happy and prosperous Diwali from the entire Peek-a-boo Designs team!

I'm Halak and I'm here to remind you amidst the festivities that we have Challenge #11 - Recipe running wherein you can participate for a chance to win a voucher which you can use to pick up some PABD awesomeness!

Here are the challenge guidelines :

Main Ingredients :
1/4 cup of the color red
1/4 of gold as well
Number 1 - Since we celebrate our first birthday in October

Garnishing (the twist ) :
Use atleast one of the the following :
stenciling
3d Layered projects
Make your own background with stamps
dash of glitter

Directions :
Make a delicious project using all the ingredients above and adding at least one garnish (the twist) of your choice.
Participants with a project with an Indian touch since we celebrate Diwali and other festivals in this month will get some bonus points.

PABD cutting dies are very versatile and can be used to make some fantastic projects!

You can create fun cards, scrapbooks, invites.. the list is endless!

Today I'm sharing a card I created as per Challenge #11 specifications to welcome the new year.

Tip : Buying a number die is a great investment because you can use it to create custom birthday cards, new year greetings, save the date invites etc.!

For my project, the background was created using the abstract triangle stencil. Once I stenciled it in pink, I offset the stencil and stenciled it in yellow to give it that two-toned effect.

The dies that were used are :
Rounded rectangle dual stitched die
Numbers die and
Celebrate word die.

Apart from this, I used the gorgeous Rose Gold cardstock from PABD. (Seriously guys, this cardstock is a must. Absolutely gorgeous!)

So, what are you waiting for! Read the recipe of Challenge #11 and cook up a fun crafty project!

Last day to enter is 31st October 2016, so... hurry!

To participate, click >>> HERE

List of Peek-a-boo Designs (PABD) products used :

Thank you so much for stopping by! *Hugs*

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SIMPLY BACKGROUNDS USING DIFFERENT ELEMENTS

Hello crafty friends, Martha Lucia here to share with you three cards that I made using different techniques to create the backgrounds. I love how I can use stencils, die cuts and stamps to change the look of my creations. Take a look of my first card:

This is a Save the Date card. To make this I used the Abstract Triangle Stencil, the Save the Date Stamp and the Heart Butterfly Die Cut. Creating this was very fun:

1. Cut the base of the card using Cajun Craze card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x11" with score in 5-1/2".

2. Cut a second layer using natural card stock. The size is 4-1/8"x5-3/8".

3. Take the stencil Abstract Triangle, place and secure it over the natural card stock.

4. Spray the free areas of the stencil with Glimmer Mist. I used two different colors from Tattered Angels, Golden Orange and Pink Poodle.

5. Remove the stencil and wash it with water.

6. Stamp the Save the Date image over the decorated layer using VersaFine Onix and Clear Embossing Powder. Melt the powder with the heat tool.

7. Paste the layer over the card base and decorate with a Heart Butterfly Die Cut.

For the background of the second card I used the Messy Background combined with the Scallop Rectangle Die Cuts, Thank You Die Cut and Dual Leaf Die Cut. 

Creating this was a very simple process:

1. Cut the base of the card using Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x11" with score in 5-1/2". 

2. Cut a second layer of Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x5-1/2".

3. Stamp the Messy Background image over the second layer using Kaleidacolor Ink. I used the Tomato Vine Color selection.

4. Paste the second layer directly over the card base.

5. Cut the large scallop rectangle frame using Early Espresso card stock and paste over the card using dimensionals.

6. Cut the Thank You die cut and the Dual Leaf die cut using Gold foil paper.

7. Paste the die cuts over the stamped background and decorate the union of the leafs using an Smoky Quartz Enamel Dot.

The background of my last card was created using only die cuts. For this I used the Swirl Flourish and the Thank You word die cut.

I think this card is very elegant and simple:

1. Cut the base of the card using Basic Black card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x11" with score in 5-1/2". 

2. Cut a second layer using Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4"x5-1/4".

3. Cut two of each Flourish swirls using real red card stock.

4. Add adhesive to each swirl. If you want you can use the Xyron Sticker Makers.

5. Arrange and paste the swirls over the very vanilla layer.

6. Cut the Thank you word using Basic Black card stock and add the adhesive too.

7. Paste the word over the decorated layer.

8. Paste the decorated layer over the card base.

These are the products that I used for these cards:

 

 

 

 

I hope you've submitted your entry to our October challenge . If not, do it soon, there are only a few days left to win the Gift voucher.

Thank you for stopping by and see you soon with something special and new because, for me, new release is new inspiration!

Martha Lucia  

Feathers and Chess Pieces

Hello and good morning dear friends!

I'm Halak and today I have three cards using different color combinations to share with you.

Let's get started!

This one I've created using my favorite stamp set from October release, Chess Pieces. ^__^

The king chess piece is coated in black glitter that sparkles like diamonds in natural light! (What can I say, I absolutely love using glitter!) :P

I've also used the super pretty Abstract Triangle stencil from the October release for some subtle stenciling.

The Scallop Rectangle (larger rectangle) was used to die-cut.

Finished the project with some Enamel Dots and golden thread.

Tip : For projects with a CAS (clean and simple) look, adding thread is great for texture. Apart from thread you can also use, baker's twine, jute strings etc.

Here's a close up :

Let's check out the second project :

Halloween was my color inspiration for this note card.

Purple and orange get along fabulously with Peek-a-boo Designs Wine Cardstock.

This Feathers stamp set is a really good buy because it contains a variety of sentiments that are useful for both, general cards and mixed media projects.

In my project, I've added a few highlights in white to the feather and the circles in the background are created using the Bubbles Stencil as template.

For my third project, I created a card featuring the vibrant fun colors of summer.

Here's the picture :

For this card I used the Scallop Circle (larger circle) die.

The circle on which stamping is done was created using the yellow and green distress inks.

I used a beautiful quote with an assortment of gorgeous feathers from the Feathers stamp set.

Finished the project with a few half-pearls.

List of Peek-a-boo Designs products used :

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Have a lovely day! *Hugs*

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Art Journal, Canvas, ATCs with PABD October release

Hello Everyone,

Shilpa here,

Sharing my first creation.... Its Mixed  Media Art Journal

I've used PABD Abstract Triangles stencil, Doodled Butterfly, Tooth and triangles stamp, Bold you stamp set along with Ink Sprays, texture paste.

Abstract Triangles Stencil

Doodled Butterfly

Tooth and Triangle Stamp

Bold you  stamp

here is my second creation... Canvas

I have used Heart Butterfly die, Numbers Die, Scallop Rectangle, Scallop Circle for this canvas.

 Here are few close up views

PABD products used here are...

Numbers Dies 

Heart Butterfly die

Scallop Rectangle

And my last creations today are ATCs

For these ATCs Background is done with Dimensional stencil  and texture paste. I've also used Graceful Lattice die cut for more interest. Lovely Feathers are stamp images from PABD new Doodled Feathers

here are individual ATCs

Products used here from PABD

Dimensional stencil

Graceful Lattice Die

Feathers Stamp

I am enjoying these new release from PABD.... hope you too!

Thanks so much for stopping by. See you next week !!

BUTTERFLIES, FEATHERS, DIE CUTS AND MORE

Hello crafty friends, Martha Lucia here to share with you three cards crated with different products released this month on the Peek a boo Store that I loved. One of my favorite combinations is stamps and die cuts, but today I am very happy playing with stencils too! Oh My God, you need to visit the Peek a Boo store to get crazy like me! Take a look at my cards:

My first card is one of my favorites this month because I used watercolor paper and distress ink to create the background and, when I use these two products, the result is always different. I love the color combination on this.

Creating this was very simple:

1. Cut the base using Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x11" with score in 5-1/2"
2. Cut a second layer in watercolor paper. The size is 4-1/8"x5-3/8"
3. Watercolor the right side using distress in four different colors. I used Abandoned Coral, Spiced Marmalade, Twisted Citron and Blueprint Sketch.
4. Cut two butterflies using the new Heart Butterfly die cut. Don't forget to recycle the hearts to use in other project!
5. Stamp the sentiment from the stamp set Doodle Butterfly using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink.
6. Paste the butterflies using glue dots.
7. Paste the decorated layer using a hard snail adhesive.

My second card is created with Very Vanilla card stock too.... it may be my favorite color for the season? Normally I use Whisper White...LOL! On this card I have my perfect combination: Die Cuts, stamps, stencils, techniques and a few embellishments.

Creating this was easy and simple too:

1. Cut the base of the card using Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4-1/2"x11".
2. Cut a second layer using Very Vanilla card stock. The size is 4-1/4"5-1/2.
3. Take the stencil Abstract Triangle Stencil and secure it over the second layer. Apply three different colors of ink over the open areas using a brush or sponge. I used a clarity brush and the colors of ink Soft Suede, Tangelo Twist and Bermuda Bay of Classic Ink. If you want you can play with the position of your stencil.
4. Take one of the die cuts of the Dual Stitched Fishtail Banner Collection and cut it over the stenciled layer.
5. Place the second layer temporarily over the card base and stamp the sentiment inside the die cut space. I used a message from the stamp set Happy Birthday to All with VersaFine and Clear Embossing Powder that I melted with the heat tool.
6. Stamp the complimentary message over the second layer using the same ink and embossing.
7. Paste the second permanently over the card base.
8. Finalize the decoration by adding two tiny bows in natural twine.

For my last card I used a combination of card stock to break the tradition! I used Sahara Sand for the base and Whisper White for the second layer. I am definitely a fan of the neutral colors, don't you think?

Making this was a great time because I love this stamp set. It is called Feathers and, let me tell you that it is simply amazing and their messages are perfect!

1. Cut the base using Sahara Sand card stock. The size is 4-1/4"x11" with score in 5-1/2"
2. Cut the second layer using Whisper White card stock. The size is 4"x5-1/4".
3. Stamp the feathers in three different colors of ink. From the bottom to top I used Pool Party, Sahara Sand and Peach Parfait Classic Ink.
4. Stamp the sentiment using Sahara Sand Classic Ink.
5. Add some enamel dots from the Pastel Collection.
6. Paste the decorated layer over the card base.

These are the products that I used to create these cards. You can find these on Peek a Boo store.

Hope you submitte your entry to our October challenge . If not, do it soon, there are only a few days left to win the Gift voucher.

Thank you for stopping by and see you soon with something special and new because, for me, new release is new inspiration!

Martha Lucia