I’m getting a jump on this week’s Freshly Made Sketches challenge, but only because I felt the need to get my craft on last night. I spent the last few hours of my evening making Easter cards and threw in this cute duel dimensional cupcake card for fun.
I used my old Cricut machine and my Doodlecharms cartridge to cut out the shadow image of the cupcake and toppings. I set the cupcake cut shape aside and focused on the leftover white paper. I trimmed it to card size and adhered a piece of striped paper to the back so that it was visible through the negative space. I used adhesive foam to pop up this whole layer and stuck it to the pink paper below.
After cutting toppings from two different types of paper, I inked the icing and flame layers and used small foam squares to add yet another level of interest to the image. I kept the colors soft and papers simple, but I really like how the basic color palette complements the dimensional interest.
I couldn’t locate a small enough stamp for the sentiment so I went to my typewriter for this one, and I added some monotone sequins to serve as sprinkles.
It’s a very basic design that was pretty easily executed, but it did take some time to get my head wrapped around the process. I hope this helps if you decide to make your own; I know I plan to churn out a few more while the idea is fresh and the Cricut is warm.
8 Comments
shari
I love it! It is so cute and creative.
Small Talk Mama
Thanks, sis! Too bad you just had a birthday. . .
Jacquie Southas
I adore this fresh, clean and modern design! Thanks so much for playing along with us at Freshly Made Sketches this week.
Small Talk Mama
Thanks, Jacquie. Glad you like the card and so happy to have you pop over for a look. See you next week at FMS.
Jen Brum
This is such a sweet card! I just love that giant cupcake! What a great take on the sketch! Thanks for joining us this week at Freshly Made Sketches!
Small Talk Mama
Thanks, Jen. So glad you like the card change-up, and thanks for stopping by for a look. See you next time at FMS.
Linda Callahan
This is adorable – so fresh and sweet! Glad you joined us at FMS!
Small Talk Mama
Thank you , LInda. I’m so glad you liked the card! See you next time at FMS!