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My modus operandi for making a card...


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My modus operandi for making a card these days is

1. Pick a card base from my stack of residual misted watercolour paper.
2. Pull out some embellishments I want to use and arrange them on the card.
3. Once I'm happy with the basic placement of elements, I start adhering them on the card base to reduce fiddling time.


4. After the decorative elements are adhered, I scrutinize the card to see what's missing...Is it well-balanced? Does it need more texture? Or colour?
5. Then I add my finishing touches...to address the "flaws" I see in #4. 

Totally doable right?


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17 comments:

  1. LynnJune 22, 2015 at 5:49 PM

    I like the idea of using residual sprayed paper. Sometimes accidental splatters and drips make unique backgrounds and I think in the future I will not be tossing them in the trash just to clear off my desk. Thanks for the great tips. Your card turned out very pretty...love the textures.

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  2. Suman PanditJune 22, 2015 at 5:58 PM

    love the way you match things in your own unique way mixing different materials and textures, Yvonne !!

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  3. Julie Tucker-WolekJune 22, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    Gorgeous!! LOVING how you keep a stash of misted papers just for this! LOVING those flowers too!!!!!!!!

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  4. Lizzy HillJune 22, 2015 at 8:16 PM

    I really love the way you create....it makes it seem so simple and effortless.....& it is always a stunning result:):)

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  5. LisaJune 22, 2015 at 10:11 PM

    This is absolutely gorgeous!! I just love your style!! The misted background is perfect!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  6. Tenia NelsonJune 22, 2015 at 10:36 PM

    LOVE!!!!

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  7. Cindy deRosierJune 23, 2015 at 12:31 AM

    I'm curious- what's your process for cards that need to be mailed? Same process, but with flat items only?

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  8. CREATIVE KHADIJAJune 23, 2015 at 1:02 AM

    This is too pretty! love the flower :)

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  9. SD poojaJune 23, 2015 at 1:30 AM

    I totally agree with Lizzy !! You make it look effortless,your cards have unique n very interesting clusters ! Wonderful card :)

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  10. Ashley HortonJune 23, 2015 at 8:57 AM

    I think these are great steps for a lot of different projects, Yvonne!

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  11. ~amy~June 23, 2015 at 10:06 AM

    I always love all the texture you add to all your projects...this is awesome!

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  12. Annette AllenJune 23, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    totally gorgeous.. i love that flower and the splatter is perfect..

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  13. LizzycJune 23, 2015 at 4:34 PM

    Very do able! Simple does look good!

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  14. Audrey PettitJune 23, 2015 at 9:07 PM

    Love it, Yvonne! I am always in awe of your knack of putting together such unique elements! It's so unique and so pretty, with your own signature style that I just love!

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  15. Denise PriceJune 24, 2015 at 4:41 AM

    I live that you have a specific process for card making. Following prescribed steps must be a time saver. The card in this post sure is beautiful!

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  16. Denise PriceJune 24, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    *love, not live :)

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  17. Holly AKA KopyKatJune 29, 2015 at 6:01 AM

    Wow, this is so beautiful

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