January 2013 Blog Hop Challenge



The January Blog Hop is not taking place until January 25th, but we thought we would share the challenge as well as the inspiration photos here to give you a head start.

A day dedicated to seeking inspiration through projects utilizing Papertrey Ink products.   This event allows all of our customers who enjoy sharing inspiration & artwork with their peers do so through their personal blogs.

The actual Blog Hop will take place on January 25th, beginning @ 10 am EST.

 

{photo credits- flowers :: crayons :: tags :: lemons :: man :: bottle label}

Last month the focus was one white, and this month we are going to turn our creativity towards black!  I have been drawn towards using black backgrounds for projects for a few months now and I find that it really allows the color combination to pop from the page.  Here is your chance to try black as a background yourself!  Pair it up with a bold geometric design or a brightly colored bouquet.  Heat embossing looks so elegant when used on a black background.  And don't forget how well white ink will show up as well.  Just pull out some black cardstock and have fun experimenting with a brand new look for a brand new year!

Here are some examples of projects I have created in the past using True Black or Smokey Shadow backgrounds that you might be able to use as inspiration!

Grateful Card: original post can be found HERE

Love Story Card: original post can be found HERE

True Friend Card: original post can be found HERE

Sea & Sand Layout: original post can be found HERE

Wishing You Well Card: original post can be found HERE

You're Amazing Card: original post can be found HERE

 15th Birthday Card: original post can be found HERE