Hey there, fellow paper crafters! Today, I want to dive deep into the enchanting world of ocean-themed greeting cards. There’s something truly magical about creating a card that captures the beauty and tranquility of the sea. And what better way to do it than with a mesmerizing colour combination like Misty Moonlight? So, grab your favourite cutter and adhesive, because we’re about to embark on a creative journey that will leave you feeling inspired and connected.
Welcome to the Art With Heart Misty Moonlight colour hop blog post, where I am going to channel the soothing blues, calming waves, and adorable sea creatures of the ocean to create a greeting card that invokes serenity and joy. Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn how to create a beautiful card that is truly one-of-a-kind!
The Misty Moonlight Magic
Now, let’s talk about the star of our show – the Misty Moonlight colour. This stunning shade of blue is reminiscent of a moonlit night sky, casting an ethereal glow on everything it touches. It perfectly captures the essence of calmness and tranquility that we associate with the ocean. So, gather your Misty Moonlight cardstock, reinker, and patterned paper because we’re about to create some magic!
🐚Dive Into Design🐚
- Start with a blank Thick Basic White portrait tent fold card and a piece of Misty Moonlight card base (14.8 x 10.5 cm). This will serve as your canvas for creativity.
- Cut out a mat from the Country Woods patterned paper and adhere to the Misty Moonlight card base. Cut a panel piece from the Country Woods and an extra piece for a banner. Cut another mat from Basic White card stock and emboss with the Seaside Wishes embossing folder, before ink splattering. Cut an extra piece for a sentiment banner, stamp sentiment in Lemon Lime and ink splatter.
- Stamp the sea dollar image tone on tone in Flirty Flamingo. Die cut to create a focal point on your card. Stamp three sea stars in Flirty Flamingo on Basic White card stock. Don’t forget to stamp twice without reinking, you will get four images this way.
- To add depth and interest, smoosh watercolour paper in Lemon Lime ink and Sea Foam ink. Allow to dry before stamping and die cutting leaf images from Beauty of the Deep and Textured Florals dies.
- Finish off your design by adding Crumb Cake twine wrapped around a patterned paper panel. Don’t forget to decorate the inside of your card.
Nautical Colour Combination
To truly transport your recipient to the seaside, consider using the triadic colour combination of Misty Moonlight, Lemon Lime and Flirty Flamingo. Using the Stampin’ Up! Colour wheel has made choosing colour combinations as easy as sun bathing on a tropical island.
Finishing Touches
To elevate your card to a keepsake-worthy masterpiece, it’s all about the finishing touches. Add a touch of shimmer and sparkle with Wink of Stella or Riverside Irregular Pearls to mimic sunlight dancing on the water. Consider using a white gel pen to add highlights and create texture on seashells or starfish. And don’t forget to personalise your creation with a handwritten note – there’s something magical about receiving a heartfelt message in someone’s handwriting. These final touches will transform your ocean-themed greeting card into a cherished keepsake that your recipient will treasure.
🐚 Now that you have all the tips and tricks, it’s time to dive in and create your own beautiful ocean-themed greeting card! We can’t wait to see what you come up with. Share your creations with us on social media using #OceanCard for a chance to be featured on our website. Happy crafting! 🌊💌
Let’s Get Crafty: Your Homework!
- Follow the links to see more Misty Moonlight paper craft from the Art With Heart Team!
- Have fun! Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors, patterns, and embellishments. Let your imagination soar and watch as your cards come to life.
- See another card using Misty Moonlight.
The very talented Di Furniss has been busy making the next creative idea with Highland Heather for the Blog Hop. Click on the link below to check it out!
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Papery hugs,
