How about some extra sketch inspiration this month? I have a few extra videos stashed away that I’d like to catch up on, so I’ll be posting some extras this month!
As you might know, as a Design Team Member for Altenew, I create monthly inspiration projects that feature two distinctly different projects using the same sketch. I encourage you to give the sketch a try and share your results on social media (tag me @nicolewattcreates).
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sketch #21
Feel free to pin this image on Pinterest for future reference! It’s a sweet slimline design!
hearts & cubes
I originally created these designs for an Altenew video that came out in February on their YT channel.( You can see it below on my channel…) So, it was perfect timing to create a Valentine’s card for my husband! He’s got it in the office on a shelf <3 <3 <3
I used the Cube builder stencil with some unusual ink choices to create a cool tone-on-tone background. And then I paired it with a doubled-up Illusion Heart in teals. Red and teal is such a yummy color combo! The sentiment label comes from the Eucalyptus Jar stamp set. Oh, and finally, a reason to use up some heart-shaped enamel dots!! (I seriously never use the shapes! LOL!)
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mountains to climb
For my second take, I created an abstract mountain shape using the Geometric Landscape stencil, clear embossing and some ink blending. Crazy cool, right? I took some liberties with the circle and sentiment shapes to finish off the landscape. The enamel dots just felt right to help finish off the design – does it look more like an other-worldly terrain with multiple moons?
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sketch starters with nicole
Here’s the companion video that will walk you through creating both designs! I shared tips on using “regular” craft supplies to make slimline projects. In other words, you don’t need special stuff to make slimline designs! In most cases, you can make it work with what you have 😀
your turn!
Feeling inspired or challenged? Now, it’s your turn to give the sketch a try and share your results on social media (tag me @nicolewattcreates).
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These cards turned out fabulous! The shine, texture, and dimension you achieved with a simple design is stunning! Thank you for sharing and teaching another great process/layout using minimal supplies.