Let me show you how the card making color choice you make reflects the emotion and how a simple change of color can change the entire vibe of a handmade card. The project I have for you today shows you how you can take one simple card layout, and just change the colors.
I use the same stamps and measurements for each of these cards and just change the ink and cardstock color. It can make a big difference as to the emotion one gets when looking at the card.
And, why do I often white emboss my greeting on black cardstock? We talk about that in the video too!
Card Making Color Choice: Learn What Fits The Occasion
Card making color choice make a difference? Watch as I make several versions of the exact same card, but changing out different colors. See what a difference color choice can make!
👉 Did you learn a tip or 2? I’m not an expert and I don’t have any art or color training! To me, it’s just about what looks good or evokes a feeling. What’s your favorite color to create with? I’d love to know your thoughts!
Card Details
All of these greeting cards use the exact same measurements!
- Card Base: 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″
- Basic White Stamped Layer: 3″ x 3″
- Back Layer: 3 1/8″ x 3 1/8″
- Basic White Layer: 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″
It’s all about the color choice! These first 2 cards are BRIGHT, cheerful, and fun!
These 2 card color choices are softer, quieter, and maybe perfect as a Get Well, Sympathy, or for when someone is struggling.
Make the “Greeting Pop”
I often emboss my greeting with white embossing powder on black card stock. To me, this makes the greeting POP! Check out these 2 card samples:
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How enlightening! Ty Jackie!
So glad you enjoyed this video, Penne!
Love the layout and the softer colors width the black edge and the embossed greeting
I hope you’ll give this layout a try sometime, Cheryl!
Good info! I shall experiment!
Yes! It’s so fun to experiment and play with color. Enjoy!!
Not a big fan of the purple on Crumb Cake, maybe black for me. Love the rest. Thanks for making me think!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for another informative, helpful video. The only thing different that I would do is regarding the card with Real Red flowers. I think white on white has an elegant look, but I would add another layer of black under the white layer before putting it on the white card base. In my opinion, the card would stand out better as it seems to rather fade into the white card base.
That will be awesome for you to try, Annette! Have a stamp happy day!
I like the Crumb Cake on Crumb Cake. The black really makes it pop. I spend a lot of time trying different colors on my cards; and you’re right … different colors do make for a different “feeling.”
This was very helpful. I also like the square shape at the top of the card rather than covering the entire card base. Thanks for doing this. It’s more food for thought and will make my cards less predictable.
I’m glad this gave you some new ideas to try!
I would like to have tried the purple on a lavender background & the yellow on a warm light green background. It is fun to mix the colors with complimentary colors.
That sounds great Edith! Enjoy making your cards!
Like ideas especially using square on the cards instead of the whole card covered tks Jackie
So glad you like these ideas, Barbara!
I love the cards you show us. They are simple yet elegant. And don’t need a lot of gadgets. I like the simple cards the best. Thank you for sharing your talent.
I love sharing ideas with all of you, Ruth!
I love all the variety using one stamp… I think I would like to try the gorgeous grape flowers on a gray card base….. might look nice??
I like your idea of using gray rather than black, Patti, thanks for mentioning. For me, black just seems harsh with some of these beautiful mellow colors (pink, crumb cake) that Jackie chose to use. And Jackie, I love the colors you used for the flowers, and that you popped up the one flower – I really like that idea – thank you!
Thanks for watching, Sue!
That sounds pretty, Patti! I hope that you’ll give that a try!
This is a great video. You’re right…. The color does convey different messaging! I do like the crumb cake flower on crumb cake , however I would never think to stamp a flower in crumb cake!! I’m going to try the gorgeous grape on highland Heather. I really like that pop of black on the layer and the white embossed on black. Thanks for inspiring us!!
Thanks for watching Carolyn! Have a stamp happy day!
Beautiful cards. Excellent video.
Denise
Thanks so much, Denise! Have a stamp happy day!
This was so informative! A true eye opener. More food for thought. Thanks for sharing this tip.
Love all your videos. Simple stamping and to the point.
Jacque
I’m glad this was helpful for you, Jacque!
Thanks so much for sharing your talent! I’ll have fun trying these! A question, how do you achieve such clean embossed images? I always seem to have embossing powder bits that stay on where I don’t want them
Heather, the trick is to use an anti-static powder on your cardstock first. Something like this (Stampin’ Up! doesn’t sell these anymore). You rub this on your cardstock first, then apply versamark, then powder, then heat set. Hope this helps you!
Thank you Jackie! Have a great day!
Thank you, you too, Heather!
i like (or perhaps LOVE) all of your card ideas BUT this one might be my most favorite of all time. i esp loved fussy-cutting the flower from the flowing flowers stamp set. i am not perfect at doing this but pretty close :))) and it is soooo relaxing for me to fussy cut. i made one in each color you posted. thanks for being there and for all you offer your followers!!!
I know the cards you send will be so cherished and I’m thrilled to hear it’s relaxing for you to fussy cut!