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A Patriotic theme doesn’t have to be stars and stripes

July 2, 2024 by Judi Anderson Leave a Comment

2 Jul

A Patriotic theme often has you thinking stars and stripes which are often the go-to designs when you think of patriotic cards. However, a patriotic theme can be beautifully expressed through other elements, like flowers. I’m sharing how to create a stunning patriotic card using the Spotlight On Nature stamp set. By incorporating the colors Real Red, Misty Moonlight, and white, I can capture the essence of patriotism in an unique way.

Starting with a white card base, I cut a mat from Misty Moonlight cardstock. This layering technique adds depth and visual interest to the card, setting the stage for our floral theme.

Next, I stamped the flower image set in Misty Moonlight on two squares of our Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper. I colored the flowers using Watercolor Pencils in Real Red and the leaves in Old Olive. I stamped the hashmark-type image in Misty Moonlight on the Misty Moonlight cardstock. This adds a subtle texture to the mat.

A Patriotic theme using Spotlight On Nature

A Patriotic theme comes to life with the focal point of my card.

To create a focal point, I placed the two squares overlapping, in the center of the Misty Moonlight mat. By angling and overlapping the squares it really draws your eye to the images.

Once the flowers were in place, I added a sentiment in Misty Moonlight ink. Changing the words to “Celebrate” or “Happy 4th of July” would work perfectly. I chose to use “friend” which adds a touch of personalization to the card. Finishing off the design, I added a few white Iridescent Adhesive- Backed Discs. dots for a subtle touch of sparkle.

This card design showcases that a patriotic theme doesn’t have to be confined to traditional symbols. By using the Spotlight On Nature stamp set and patriotic colors, I created a card that is beautiful and meaningful. This fresh take on patriotism through floral design can inspire you to think outside the box and share your love for your country in a unique way. Embrace your creativity and celebrate with a handmade card that’s as distinctive as it is patriotic.

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