Category Archives: inkpad

Patriotic – 3D Star Template

Posted on July 3, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Since tomorrow is Independence Day here in the USA, I have a patriotic card to share with you today. It features a fun 3D star and I’m sharing both the template and a mini tutorial for creating your own. Step … Continue reading →

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Weathered Barnwood

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Esther Asbury

As promised, I’m back again today to share two more cards I created using yesterday’s tutorial for faux barnwood (or faux weathered wood) backgrounds. These cards feature the Hickory Smoke backround. For this first card, I cut a large circle … Continue reading →

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DIY Weathered Wood Background

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Today I have a fun tutorial for creating faux barnwood (or faux weathered wood) backgrounds. There are many different ways to create this look (and I may share some of the others later this year), but today I’m going to … Continue reading →

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Farmhouse Chalkboard

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Today’s project showcases one of the Mix The Media Chalkboards available in the Cropstop store! There are three sizes available and they’re great for: photo frames, message boards or as a decorative mixed media piece. I chose to decorate mine … Continue reading →

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Core’dinations Cardstock

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Today I’m sharing a card I made using some of the Core’dinations Cardstock.  “Sand it; tear it; or antique it… these are only a few ideas of what you can do with this wonderful paper. Each sheet has a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Dryer Sheet Texture

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Esther Asbury

A few years ago there was technique going around that featured stamped scenes with a used dryer sheet glued over the top and glitter added.  I tried it, but found it dulled my stamping more than I liked. After experimenting … Continue reading →

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Textured Backgrounds

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Today I want to share a tutorial for creating textured backgrounds using Gesso, Spray Ink, and a Gelli Printing Plate. Step One: Spread a thin layer of Gesso over your Gelli Printing Plate using your brayer Step Two: Add color with Spray … Continue reading →

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May Challenge – Link Party #28

Posted on May 10, 2017 by Esther Asbury

It’s the second week of May, and time for another challenge here on the Cropstop blog! I’ve been enjoying playing with some new products from the Cropstop store. Today I’m sharing a mini tutorial that uses the Gelli Printing Plate, … Continue reading →

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Up-cycled Baby Wipe

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Esther Asbury

I have another mid-week inspiration post for you again this week.  Today’s card features a used baby wipe turned into a beautiful butterfly. Instead of throwing away the baby wipes I’ve used to clean up my work area after using … Continue reading →

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Easy DIY Backgrounds

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Esther Asbury

Here’s a mid-week Bonus Post to get your creativity going…. Today I want to share a quick and easy way to create background for your cards using embossing folders and distress inks.(Cropstop carries a large selection of both — stop … Continue reading →

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