Welcome to a new TGIF Challenge! This week, we have an inspiration challenge using the photo below. I think it could be interpreted to include cupcakes or anything party related. I also think the focus could be on the colors, layout, or cherries.
I decided to use the Circle Saying Stamp Set (which includes a cupcake stamp) to make a birthday card for my brother-in-law. He loves cupcakes, especially red velvet and chocolate! I was also inspired by the color palette, minus the pink (haha) since my card is for a guy.
I stamped all my cupcakes with Memento ink and then used Stampin’ Blends Markers to color them. Since I needed to include red velvet and chocolate, I picked several Natural Tones Markers for the browns in the chocolate and ivory of the cream cheese frosting. I also used Lemon Lolly, Sweet Sorbet, and Cherry Cobbler markers, as well as a Color Lifter to add highlights.
Tip: With strong colors like reds and browns, I like to plan where I’ll be adding highlights and purposely leave some white space. Then, I just use the Color Lifter to blend into white.
My card also features the Biggest Wish stamp set. This is a great set for bold sentiments. I was going for a Sweet Shoppe vibe with the stripes, bold letters, and scallop edge.
Click over to the TGIF Challenges Blog to see the other designers’ projects this week. Then, use our prompt as an inspiration for your own project and enter our challenge at the bottom of that post.
Have a wonderful and creative day!
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