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A Touch of Handmade Love with Perfect Paints

Handmade card by Eva
Handmade card by Eva

Hello Everyone !

I’m so happy to meet you all again with a new inspiration. Creating handmade cards is something truly special for your loved ones. This card is perfect for gifting to someone who appreciates the beauty of handmade artistry, perhaps a close friend or family member who enjoys thoughtful, personalized gifts.


Adding Polishing Plaster to our handmade card
Adding Polishing Plaster to our handmade card

I started with a 7.5x7.5” piece of patterned paper. To give it a finished look, I stitched the borders. The stitching not only adds a charming, handmade touch but also enhances the durability of the card.


Polishing Plaster on card background
Polishing Plaster on card background

Using the Botanical Squares TCW stencil and Gilded Azure Polishing Plaster, I stenciled a gorgeous pattern over the card. This combination of materials and technique creates a stunning, textured background that catches the light beautifully.


Adding Bright Gold and Sangria to our flourishes
Adding Bright Gold and Sangria to our flourishes

Next, I turned to my favorite acrylics by Perfect Paints. Bright Gold shimmering acrylics provided a rich, luxurious base color for the flourish die cuts. To add a dynamic and artistic touch, I splattered Sangria shimmering acrylics over the flourishes. The contrast between the gold and sangria colors creates a vibrant and eye-catching effect.


Closeup handmade mixed media card by Eva
Closeup handmade mixed media card by Eva

With the background and flourishes ready, I began layering the elements. The focal image of the card is an adorable fox, adding a playful and charming element to the design. To complete the card, I included a sentiment that reads "You are amazing," making the card perfect for boosting someone's spirits or celebrating their achievements.


Closeup handmade mixed media card by Eva
Closeup handmade mixed media card by Eva

Lately, I’ve been obsessed with the blue and yellow color combination. The cool, calming tones of blue paired with the bright, cheerful yellow create a balanced and visually appealing palette. This color scheme works wonderfully in this card, adding to its overall charm and elegance.


Creating handmade cards is a fulfilling hobby that allows you to express your creativity and share your art with others. With a bit of time and the right materials, you can create beautiful, personalized cards that are sure to be cherished by their recipients. Happy crafting!


Materials Used:

Polishing Plaster - Gilded Azure

Shimmering Matte Acrylics - Bright Gold, Sangria


Lots of love,

Eva

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