Hello, friends! As promised, today I’m sharing a few more encouragement cards featuring the nautical theme and of course Simon’s latest Rest & Refresh products. This release has me feeling all inspired and eager to rush back to my crafty corner to make cards! (if only there was more time to create). I even reorganized my craft area the other day, installed some new pieces from IKEA, but this is something I’ll share in another post.
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ADJUST THE SAILS CARD – DETAILS
I stamped another scene using beautiful images from the Your Light stamp set. This time instead of using rays of light with the lighthouse image I used them to represent the sun. I’m thinking these can also be used to represent the wind/movement when stamped off to the side, next to the boat. I’ll have to try that.
I also added plenty of clouds to my sky and even more seagulls. Having the seagulls stamps in 2 sizes helps to create depth for my scene – the larger seagulls appear in the foreground while smaller seagulls are flying in the background.
Copic markers were used to color both of the cards, the one above and the one below. I used the same Copic marker colors as listed HERE. To create a background for this card I used a Nautical Stripes stencil. I didn’t do any precise ink blending but rather used a Copic marker’s brush and chisel nibs to create loose stripe background. I used a B00 marker and ended up with a beautiful faint background. I enjoyed this type of background created with a stencil & marker and must try this again.
HOLD FAST CARD – DETAILS
I mentioned this in my previous post, but I’ll say it again – I love this Your Light stamp set not only for the beautifully illustrated images but also for matching meaningful sentiments. Going through a very difficult time in my life this is the kind of stamp set I can’t seem to put down as stamping messages like “Hold fast in this storm dear friend” I can’t help but think of my personal struggles, and how all things in life go in stripes, if you will, in phases. After a dark one, there’s always one that brings light.
To make a background for this card I used a beautiful new background stamp set – Anchors. With the help of my MISTI stamping tool, this background was stamped in 2 colors of ink – Audrey Blue and Maliblue. I stamped it one row at a time masking the previous one to achieve this look.
MORE INSPIRATION
A few days back I shared another card featuring the same stamp set and similar coloring technique. Give it a look!
SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
 Simon Says Clear Stamps Your Light Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Stencil Nautical Stripes Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Cling Stamp Anchors Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Maliblue Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Simon Says Stamp Audrey Blue Ink Pad Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Crystal Clear Lacquer Pen Shop at: SSS |
 Mini Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker Y11 Pale Yellow Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker Y15 Cadmium Yellow Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker Y35 Maize Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker R05 Salmon Red Bright Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker R27 Cadmium Red Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker R39 Garnet Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker R89 Dark Red Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B000 Pale Porcelain Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B00 Frost Blue Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B02 Robin’s Egg Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B24 Sky Blue Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker B29 Ultramarine Blue Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker C1 Cool Gray Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker C3 Cool Gray Grey Shop at: SSS |
 Copic Sketch Marker C5 Cool Gray Grey Shop at: SSS |
 White Fun Foam 12 Pack 9 x 12 Shop at: SSS |
 Scor-tape 2 1/2 Inch Crafting Tape Shop at: SSS |
HOP ALONG FOR MORE INSPIRATION
If you arrived from the most talented Debby Hughes (isn’t her coloring amazing?) the next stop on this hop is amazing Amanda Korotkova.
Or if you are just starting to hop – please begin from Simon Says Stamp’s blog.
GIVEAWAY & FREE GIFT
No blog hop is complete without a giveaway, right? Comment below for a chance to win a $25 coupon to Simon Says Stamp shop. Winners will be posted on Simon Says Stamp blog on Wednesday, the 12th of June.
Use code CRL898 when placing your order this weekend. The code will give you the Simon Exclusive Coral Reef Ink Pad *free* (while supplies last!) with any purchase. The code will expire Sunday, 6/9 at 11:59 pm EDT.
Have fun crafting!
Stunning cards! Beautiful coloring, gorgeous designs.
Gorgeous cards, Yana. I love the sentiment on the first card so much (if I still did needlework I would embroider it on a pillow!). The nautical themes are wonderful.
Love the nautical theme. Great cards!
Beautiful cards! Love the nautical theme.
Fantastic cards!
Love the dimension on the sails of your first card. Brilliant.
These cards a fantastic, I love the nautical theme!
quite clever use of the stamps. Excellent job
Awesome designs!! Love them all, so pretty!
Thank you for the lovely inspiration!
Really Beautiful cards!!!!
Your cards are always great. Thanks for the inspiration.
Yana, your cards are just beautiful! I can almost feel the ocean breeze when I look at them. Well done!
That Nautical line stencil rocks my boat!
Such a wonderful cards.. thanks for the inspiration
super sweet cards – thanks for the masculine ideas:)
Love these beautiful ocean scenes! Lovely cards with gorgeous coloring and details!
Great cards. Very summery. Thanks for sharing.
Such color, fun cards, I can smell the ocean water and breeze!!!!
What wonderful cheery encouraging cards!
Your nautical theme is so realistic. It really makes me think of summer vacation. Thank you.
Cute cards
Your cards are so awesome, Yana! Love the soft coloring & I can see so many times I could use those wonderful sentiments. A great stamp set!
Love your cards!
Great cards, Yana, to encourage and support a friend!
Your cards are beautiful! Thank you for sharing your inspiration!
Beautiful collection of nautical cards. Lovely!
You rocked the nautical theme and I love the positive thoughts of your work. Much thanks for sharing.
Love the cards! Thank you for the inspiration!
I agree that the -Your Light- set has some great sentiments. Not only did I enjoy seeing your coloring of the images, but liked the great tips for a 2-color Anchors background . Thanks.
I so love nautical design! I enjoyed watching your process using this new release!
that light house just makes me feel safe and cozy!
Beautiful cards Yana! Your coloring is stunning.
As you said, the messages are inspirational and suitable for many occasions. Love it!
Love all of these–perfect card designs for my son.
Really cool cards
love the cards
Great cards, love the dimension!
Beautiful cards! So summery!
Beautiful cards!
Great cards!
Love the red sails! The way you use red is great!
Great nautical card!
Wonderful cards!
Great nautical themed card.
These are definitely frame worthy! So pretty, thank you for sharing your steps with us, I just love the nautical theme
Love the nautical cards. They just jump off my screen.
I like your style!
Beautiful coloring of the nautical elements!
Love the nautical cards!
I so love all the nautical stuff in this release. The sentiments in this set are really wonderful and I love the cards that you created!