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Clean & Simple Boutique: AECP


Hello everyone! I’m here sharing my final card after completing the “Clean & Simple Boutique” cards taught by Jennifer Rzasa. This is part of the Altenew Educator Certification Program that I am so honored to be a part of!

 Out of all the classes I have taken so far, THIS has to be my favorite! There were so many techniques and tips in this class I actually ended up jotting down notes so I wouldn’t forget! 

I will say my style is evolving, but most of my cards tend to gravitate towards the “Clean and Simple” (CAS) look so this was right up my alley. I definitely went out of my comfort zone with some of the methods here. 


The main technique that unfortunately is so hard to capture on camera, is the “Faux Letterpress/Embossing” technique for the sentiment. I couldn’t stop running my fingers over the sentiment because I loved the embossed feel it gave to the card. I used the Timeless Sentiment Die set



The next method I wanted to incorporate was the “Simple Styling” on the images and sentiment. I used a thicker black marker to outline and accentuate parts of the flowers and sentiment. I think it gave a really unique look and adds some interest to the simple card. I used the Painted Flowers Add on Stampset. Lastly, I used metallic watercolors to add some soft embellishment to the card. I think it ties together the card nicely!



Thanks for stopping by! Follow me on Instagram for more cards, reels and crafty fun!

Jill

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