Challenge #1 - Use a page from the phone book
This was a challenge in that I didn't have any stamps that worked well (nothing related to phones or "call me"). The embossing folder I used was one that I actually purchased but had no clue as to what it was. After a quick Google search, I found that it was a Polaroid photo attached with a clothespin to chickenwire (gee...don't know what it wasn't obvious to me at first). I loved the end result (and challenge to push myself to find a combination that worked).
Challenge #2 - Make a creative handmade flower
The flower and leaves are actually made from a Christmas tree die-cut. It was the most different shape that I could think of. If I make this card again, I think it would be great in Christmas colors and the flower would be a poinsettia.
Challenge #3 - Stamp on Felt
This challenge was the one that almost had me stumped. First I could not find any felt in my stash of supplies except for the stiff kind and in bright orange. Next after several tries I found that most inks didn't even show up on the felt. This felt is thick so I had to make more cuts in order to minimize the thickness of the card. Nonetheless...I really like the end result!
Challenge #4 - Stamp with paint
Hmmm...didn't know that paint was so hard to use with stamps. I had to make several test runs before I opted for a large stamp that actually is used for home stencil/wall painting.
Challenge #5 - Make a quilt-inspired card
Probably the easiest challenge thus far.
Challenge #6 - Use only stickers
This was a good challenge which helped me use the stickers that I have on hand. I almost never use stickers on my cards so this was different for me. Unfortunately some of the stickers have lost their adhesiveness so they didn't stick well. I may have to go back and glue them on in places.
That's it for now. 69 more challenges to go!
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