Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Week 67: COUNTRY


Yep.  That's right.  We're going on a creative trip...to anywhere of your choice because this week's cue word leaves LOTS of room for interpretation, as you'll soon see!

This week, we have one of our wonderful sponsors returning!


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There are lots of new products in the online store, so be sure and go take a look!  Besides, you may just win a $20 gift certificate if you are this week's winner!

Now let's take a look at the unique COUNTRY interpretations of the design team and our guest designers!

Guest Designer:  Hannelie
 design defined:
 A bold pattern can be used for a CAS design if you restrict it to a small amount.


Guest Designer:  Lori
design defined:
Adding a pop of color makes a CAS card stand out.


Melissa
 design defined:
Pop up one portion of your main image to create interest.
design defined:
Shabby chic details can be added to a CAS design... just remember to keep them simple.


Tracey
design defined:
Embossing a one layer design adds texture to your design.
 

Ardyth
design defined: 
Use colour to reinforce your message(s)!


Gillian
design defined:
Try layering your stamps to create depth.


Jen 
design defined:
A simple strip of patterned paper can add balance and interest to a CAS card.


Judy
design defined:
A subtle background stamp can still be considered "white space."


Kimberly
design defined:
A bold sentiment and image with lots of white space makes a glorious CAS card!


Maureen 
design defined:
Try stamping your sentiment in colored ink rather than black or brown for an little bit of pop.


Meghan 
design defined: 
Try grouping your card elements in one corner on your clean and simple card.


Now go have fun and don't forget to link up your COUNTRY creations by Sunday at 4:00 p.m. (CDT)!




5 comments:

  1. omgosh i have so many ideas for this one!!! thanks for the inspiration, i just love all of your cards!
    ~tracey

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  2. Wonderful inspirations from the DT. All I can say is that when the inspiration hits - go with it. {hence why I have my entries side by side}. no funny business here just inspirational mojo.

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  3. So many great cards & ideas from the DT, so many options for this challenge.

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  4. Wow...gorgeous cards from the DT! I had SO much fun playing along!

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