This week, Laurie's up with her very first Make It Monday video and she's sharing some tips for creating a watercolor wash background. We think you're gonna have fun with this one!
If you are joining along this week, here are the details concerning the Make It Monday Challenge.
–A new Make It Monday Challenge will go up every Monday morning at 9am EST.
–Create a project utilizing your take on the challenge. Your project must use at least one Papertrey product and a watercolor wash background.
–Please enter new projects only.
–Post your project on your blog, in your gallery or on any other photo-hosting site (such as photobucket or flickr).
–-Add your project to our InLinkz list below. ONLY ONE ENTRY PER PERSON PLEASE.
–You will have until 6am, Monday, May 8, to add your link to the list to be eligible to win.
–One randomly selected winner will be chosen from ALL the entries on Monday, May 8, after 6am. The winner will be posted here on this blog post, on Twitter and Facebook. The randomly selected winner will get a $25 PTI gift certificate to spend however they like!
Good luck to everyone and we look forward to seeing your projects!
- STAMPS: Gran’s Garden, Pen & Ink, Ways to Say: Birthday, Fresh Bouquet
- INK: True Black
- PAPER: Stamper's Select White
- DIES: Courage & Kindness dies
- OTHER: White Gel Pen
- FINISHED SIZE: 4-1/4" x 5-1/2"
DIANA L. says
Nice video Laurie!! I always love watercolor backgrounds on cards. Yours are both so pretty. Thank you for the inspiration.
Susan W. says
Great tips on watercoloring! Thanks ?
Greta H says
I absolutely love both cards, Laurie! Thank you for the great video! I’ve not been very successful with the technique up to now, but you’ve inspired me to try again!
Lisa Roettger says
Gorgeous! I can’t wait to try this technique.
Marybeth says
Gorgeous cards Laurie! I loved the video too and learned a few extra tips! The was one awesome first time or any time video! Thank you!
Marybeth says
Sorry for all the typos:)
Noreen says
The watercolor wash makes lovely backgrounds!
Holly Saveur says
LOOOOOOOOOOVE it!!
super video and Gorgeous cards!
Becky Green says
LOVELY WORK, LAURIE! 😉 I THINK I’m going to do the card I’ve been needing to do with YOUR HELP! 😉 THANK YOU FOR THE TUTORIAL!!! 😉
Donna Phelan says
Beautiful cards, Laurie! Fabulous job on your video, easy to follow and natural. Thank you!
Marlena M says
Thank you for the handy advice! I love your cards~they are gorgeous!
Debbie says
Fabulous first, Laurie!! Beautiful cards and great tips.Will look forward to future tutorials.
Luanne Ford says
So fun to hear you teach and share some great ideas! This tutorial will help me a lot, thank you so much!
Anne Sweeney says
What a great tutorial!! .. One of my favorite parts about the make up Monday video ,was you told me where to get one of those boards ..I have been looking for one! Thanks so much .. can hardly wait to try it! Hugs my friend Anne
MaryAnn N says
Love the watercolour background and florals
robi says
Nicely done video and beautiful cards. I’ve always loved this technique!
Carol Sturgess says
Love water color. Nice job.
Janet Day says
Thanks for a wonderful tutorial Laurie. I really like both cards! Thanks for all the helpful tips too.
Kelly Schirmer says
Great video, Laurie! I loved your tips and your cards are fantastic!
Donna M. says
One of the best watercolor tutorials I’ve seen. Love it- thank you Laurie!
Conniecrafter says
so pretty, love it!
Erin S says
Loved the video Laurie. Watercolor intimidates me for some reason but after seeing your video I think I can jump right in. Very informative. Thank you!!!
Mona Pendleton says
Thanks for the fab inspiration and for the fun challenge!
stampspaperandink says
SO excited to see your first video, Laurie! Loved the technique and your beautiful cards. Thanks for a fabulous tutorial!
Silke Ledlow says
Way to go Laurie! Your tutorial is awesome…your cards are gorgeous. Enjoyed playing along ❤️!!!