Snowman Card - One Way To Use An Intaglio Print

Happy Monday everyone!  I have been so busy today, but managed to finish a winter card inspired by nature. I used an intaglio print I created a few years back as the main image for this card.  Although the intaglio print is a physical print, the card was created digitally.  I love mixing physical art with digital art!  This is a great example of how you can incorporate art from journal pages or sketchbooks into other projects.  You can add your physical art to digital cards or scrapbook pages without destroying your original artwork. If you like something you have previously made, why not digitally alter it or make it into something new.  That is exactly what I did when I created this digital card.

 I absolutely love how the finished card turned out.  I started this project by first scanning the snowman print using my all in one printer. This intaglio print was etched on a copper plate using resin and multiple acid baths.  This particular image was printed on Reeves BFK paper via a manual printing press.  I originally designed this image three years ago for a print exchange hosted by the University I graduated from.  Ironically, this print was one of the last intaglio prints I ever created.  Intaglio printing requires a lot of specialized materials and tools making it extremely difficult to do at home.  If given the opportunity, I would gladly enter another intaglio print exchange. The image below is the original print used in the print exchange.

Once the image was scanned and saved to my computer, I was able to alter it using Pixlr online.  The finished image below consists of 6 digital layers including a grey blue background, a brown textured layer, a snowflake print, a snowflake digital stamp, the original scanned image, and finally a messy glitter border.

I loved the digitally altered print so much that I decided to turn it into a digital card.  I only added a couple simple embellishments to accent the finished card.  I also added a sentiment to the card, but I think I like the card better without it.

I am entering this card in the Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge. This week's challenge is all about creating something with the letter "N".  I chose the word Nature.  Here is the link to the challenge blog:
http://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/

I hope you are inspired to use your art in digital projects. Not only can you use this idea to make digital cards, but you could also create scrapbook pages, facebook cover photos, or even a blog banner! The possibilities are endless. Thanks for stopping by the blog. If you enjoy my posts, please follow or subscribe. Have a great week everyone! ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paperie ❤

Northwoods Printable Birthday Card Freebie

Happy Halloween!  I hope everyone is having a spooktacular evening.  I got home from work a few hours ago just in time to hand out candy to the cute monsters and ghouls in my neighborhood. Now that trick or treating is over, I think I might spend the rest of the evening watching scary movies. Before I settle in and watch some Halloween flicks, I wanted to share a printable card I created earlier this week.

Tonight's freebie is a masculine Birthday card that I created using The Northwoods digital scrapbook kit.  I think this card would work great for any guy hoping for a wild Birthday. This image can be printed out and adhered to a blank card or printed directly onto cardstock. The card image should be formatted to roughly 4"x6". This image can also be used as a pocket card for Project Life layouts or as a scrapbook embellishment. To download, simply left click on the image to view in a new window, then right click on the design and select save image as.  You will be able to save the image to your computer to use whenever you like. This card design is for personal use only.

All of The Northwoods digital scrapbook kits are available in my Etsy store HERE.  My paper packs are $1.75, scrapbook kits are $3.00, and pocket card sets are $2.00.  All kits that are purchased from my Etsy store can be used in commercially sold crafts. I am always working on creating new kits so be sure to check the blog and Etsy store often to see what new kits are available. I am currently trying to finish my Christmas kits and hope to release them to my Etsy store over the next two weeks.  Here are The Northwoods kits you will find in my shop.

 I hope all of you have a great Halloween full of more treats than tricks.  Please follow the blog and share this post via social media if you enjoy my posts and freebies.  Also be sure to check out the Copper Blossom Pinterest board and facebook page. You will find the links to all of my pages to the right of this blog post.  Take care everyone and enjoy the rest of your weekend.  ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paperie ❤

The Northwoods - 12" x 12" Digital Scrapbook Page Freebie + Cluster Frame Release

Hello everyone!  I can't believe that the weekend is here already!  Time seems to be flying by this month. Tonight I wanted to share a digital scrapbook page with all of you to celebrate the release of the northwoods digital frame clusters. The freebie today is a page layout created using the Northwoods scrapbook kit and Northwoods pocket card kit.  Both kits are available for sale in my Etsy store at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CopperBlossomPaperie.  This freebie is a 12"x12" .png scrapbook page that only needs a few photos to complete.  In order to add a picture to the scrapbook page digitally, you will need to use a photo editing software like photoshop, pixlr, or My Memories Suite. If you do not own a photo editing software, please feel free to enter the My Memories Suite Giveaway located on the right side of this blog post.  This giveaway ends September 30th, so be sure to enter the contest ASAP!

 To download the digital scrapbook quick page, simply left click on the image to view in a new window, then right click on the design and select save image as.  You will be able to save the image to your computer to use whenever you like. This free digital scrapbook page is for personal use only and cannot be used in commercially sold crafts.  

If you enjoyed the Northwoods digital scrapbook kits and freebies, you will absolutely LOVE the new frame clusters!  These clusters make digital scrapbooking a breeze.  The frame clusters allow you to scrapbook quickly without the stress of creating a layout.  These frames coordinate perfectly with the Northwoods paper packs and digital scrapbook kits. This new kit is available for only $1.00 in my Etsy store.  You can purchase all of my other kits in my Etsy shop as well.  Here is the link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CopperBlossomPaperie. Remember to use the promo code september20 at checkout to save 20% on your entire Copper Blossom Paperie purchase.  This promotion is good until September 30th!

  

Thanks for stopping by the blog!  I hope everyone has a fun filled weekend.  Be sure to like the Copper Blossom facebook page and follow this blog on google+.  Take care everyone. ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paperie ❤

Printable Northwoods Birthday Card Freebie!

First of all I want to say thank you to all the people following my blog.  Without you, none of this would be possible. I love creating digital freebies and having contests for my blog readers and facebook fans.  Be sure to enter the My Memories Suite software giveaway before September 30th!  You can enter the giveaway via the contest button to the right of this post.

With that being said, here is the digital Birthday card freebie I designed for all of you this week.  The card was created using The Northwoods digital scrapbook kit I have for sale in my Etsy Shop.  This image can be printed out and adhered to a blank card or printed directly on card stock.  You can make this card really dimensional by embellishing with 3D paper flowers, glitter glue, buttons, glaze pens, ribbon, or anything else you have at your disposal. To download, simply left click on the image to view in a larger screen, then right click on the design and select save image as.  You will be able to save the image to your computer to use whenever you like.  I do want to mention that this card design is for personal use only.

 These are The Northwoods digital kits available in my Etsy shop.  I am offering blog readers a 20% off promo code September20 that can be used towards any purchase in my Etsy shop.  This promo code is good until September 30th. You can check out my Etsy shop HERE.  I will be listing Halloween kits over the next week, so keep your eyes peeled for that.  I hope everyone has a great afternoon.  Take care.  ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paperie ❤

Crazy Weekend & The Northwoods Digital Paper Pack

Hello Everyone!  Happy Labor Day!  I hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend.  It has been a crazy hectic weekend for me, which is why I didn't get the chance to post to the blog in a while.  Even this post (which was written on my phone) is being posted considerably late .... my phone (like my laptop) has a mind of its own.  Regardless, I am posting it whenever I return home, so I apologize in advance if it is not posted by the end of the day Monday.

My weekend was definitely odd.  All week I kept smelling gas in my apartment. I had no idea where it was coming from, but the smell was getting worse as the week went on.  Friday afternoon I decided to take a meander downstairs to figure out where the smell was coming from.  When I opened the door separating the living area and kitchen, the smell was unbearable.  Somehow, one of the stove burners was turned on full blast, but was not lit.  This is extremely odd since I haven't cooked in my kitchen since prior to my surgery nearly five months ago.  I have a mini fridge and microwave in my bedroom that I have been using during recovery, and haven't had a reason to go downstairs to the kitchen.  (The triple ankle fusion surgery I had resulted in reduced mobility for almost five months.  I decided prior to surgery that it would be safer for me to stay upstairs where the bedrooms and bathroom are since I was using a knee scooter to get around. Even now that I am able to use crutches and walk a bit with a boot, I am still unable to get around sufficiently.)  I have no idea how the burner was turned on, or how long it was turned on.  Was it a malevolent spirit sending me a message? Who knows.  I do know that I am extremely lucky that my apartment didn't blow up.

Due to the fumes and gas issue, I decided to crash at my brother's house over Labor Day weekend.  It is always a nice treat when I get to spend time with family and friends.  Plus, I welcomed the chance to get out of the house and get some fresh air.

Over the weekend I decided to add The Northwoods digital paper pack to my Etsy store.  I also added more embellishments, papers, and an alpha set to The Northwoods digital scrapbook kit.  Both sets are available in my Etsy store HERE.  The digital scrapbook kit is $4.00 and the paper pack is only $2.75! To celebrate Labor Day and the launch of my new paper pack, I did create a sale on my Etsy store page. Just enter promo code september20 at checkout to receive 20% off your order.  This promo code is good until September 30th!

I hope everyone had a fun and safe Labor Day!  Please make sure to follow this blog and like our facebook page.  You can also visit our website and Etsy shop if you are interested in learning more about Copper Blossom Paperie.  Good night everyone.  ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paperie ❤

Northwoods Digital Scrapbook Kit Is In The Etsy Shop!

Hello everyone.  I just uploaded The Northwoods digital scrapbook kit on my Etsy Shop.  The kit is inspired by the northwoods in autumn and feature plaid prints, wildlife, trees, and multiple leaves.  This kit is great for Project Life layouts, scrapbook pages, journaling, and card making.  Simply download the zip files and save them to your computer.  When you are ready to use the images, you can print them out.  This kit includes 20 - 12"x12" papers, 34 embellishments, and a set of alpha. All of the embellishments are in .png format perfect for use with any photo editing software. You will receive 5 zip files with this purchase.  The zip files will be sent to your e-mail when your payment clears. The kit is only $4.00 and can be used for commercially sold craft projects!  The image below shows everything that you will receive in the digital kit. This kit is available for purchase here:

 www.etsy.com/shop/CopperBlossomPaperie.  

Don't forget, The Northwoods Project Life digital kit is also available for sale on the Etsy shop.  This kit includes 18 journal cards that are perfect for Project Life layouts, scrapbook pages, art journals, and greeting cards.  These cards match the digital scrapbook kit perfectly.  The kit is $2.50 and can be used for commercially sold craft projects!  These cards are also in a downloadable zip file and can be printed whenever you need them.  All 18 cards are depicted in the two images below.

 As always, thank you for stopping by the blog.  I hope you have a super great Friday!  ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paper Gallery ❤

Northwoods Project Life Kit Release & Freebie!

I am so excited to announce the release of my very first digital Project Life kit for purchase on my  Etsy page HERE.  This kit was inspired by nature and features plaid prints, trees, autumn leaves, and wildlife.  This kit is perfect for Project Life layouts, scrapbook pages, art journal entries, handmade greeting cards, and note cards. There are 18 perfectly matched cards in the kit which are all stored in a downloadable zip file. This file will be sent to your e-mail automatically when you purchase the kit.  Simply download the zip files and save them to your computer.  When you are ready to use the images, you can print them out.  This kit includes 6 - 3"x4" cards, 6 - 4"x3" cards, 3 - 4"x6" cards, and 3 - 6"x4" cards.  This kit is a steal at only $2.50!  With the purchase of this kit, you will be able to use these images in your commercially sold crafts.  Please do not redistribute or sell these digital files without consent from Copper Blossom Paper Gallery.

 To celebrate the introduction of my first digital Project Life kit, I am giving everyone a 4"x6" freebie card from the kit.  This image can be printed out and adhered to a blank card or used as a journal card in a Project Life layout. To download, simply left click on the image to view in a new window, then right click on the design and select save image as.  You will be able to save the image to your computer to use whenever you like. This free  digital card is for personal use only.

I hope you enjoy this kit as much as I do.  Please feel free to share this post with your friends on social media and google+.  Also, feel free to contact me if you want to share any projects you create with my kits and freebies.  Thanks for visiting the blog.  ❤ Tia - Copper Blossom Paper Gallery ❤