Monday, September 4, 2017

Masculine birthday cards





The design of this card was inspired by some cards I saw on Pinterest.  

Math and measuring aren’t my strong point … this card took some time to figure out, but I am very pleased with the result. To figure out the key sizing, I started by measuring the saw and hammer stamps.  I had to add some more length to the rectangle for the hammer to balance the design.

The finished card is 5" x 7".

The white background is 4 ¾” x 6 ¾”.

Pieces from top left to right:
1 (top left corner) light grey colour 1 ¾” x 1 ½”
2 (top middle) dark blue colour 1” x 1 ½”
3­ (top right corner) light blue colour  1 ½” x 3 ¼”
4 (middle row, left side) medium blue colour 2 7/8" (¾” + 1/8")  and 3 ¼”
5(middle row, right side) dark blue colour  1 ½” x 1 ½”                               
6 (bottom row, left corner) dark blue colour 1” x 1 ½”
7 (bottom row, right corner) light grey colour  3 ½” x 1 ½”




Close to my Heart stamp sets used:
Hammer, saw and hand drill are from C1571 You’re the Best
“Happy happy birthday” sentiment from M1142 Happy, Happy Birthday

Ink colour: Outdoor Denim



Alternate design:


CTMH stamp: C1506

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