Merry Moose Sponged Scene and Tricky Tree Grass

Last week when I posted the video of 14 different cards made with the Merry Moose stamp set I promised to go back and make separate videos explaining some of the techniques used on several of the cards. Today's blog post will explain a few tricks involved with the sponged sunset scene on this card.

There are several tips and tricks about the sponging that are worth mentioning. But you're especially going to want to know how to stamp the grass . . . because if you look closely at the stamp set you'll notice there is not a grass stamp.

This 6 minute video shows how to create the grass by turning the tree sideways and masking.  There are several other tips and tricks you may also find interesting.

If you missed them here are the other finished videos in the series. There's one more video yet to come showing reflection stamping with the moose.

14 cards with the Merry Moose Stamp Set

Faux Watercolor

Sponged Misty Forest Scene

As you may be able to tell from my  the shear volume of cards I've made with the Merry Moose set stamps, it definitely one of my favorites. You can do such a variety of projects, this set is not just for Christmas.  Merry Moose  is for anyone who loves the outdoors or knows someone who loves the outdoors.

The Merry Moose set as well as all the supplies used on  all the cards are available in my on-line store. Product links are at the end of the post.

I'm happy to answer questions about this or any other project. Leave a comment below.

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(NOTE: in the video I used Calypso Coral, on the card I actually used Terracotta Tile)

Merry Moose Stamp Set [150494] - $17.00	Stamping Sponges [141337] - $4.00	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] - $6.00	Balmy Blue Ink Pad [147105] - $7.50	Pacific Point Ink Pad [147098] - $7.50	Daffodil Delight Ink Pad [147094] - $7.50
Mango Melody Ink Pad [147093] - $7.50	Terracotta Tile Ink Pad [150086] - $7.50	Terracotta Tile Cardstock [150884] - $8.75	1" (2.5 Cm) Circle Punch [119868] - $13.00	1-3/8" Scallop Circle Punch [146139] - $16.00

Sponging a Misty Forest Scene

I'm playing a little catch-up this week with projects made with the Merry Moose stamp set. Awhile back I posted a video showing 14 different cards made with the Merry Moose set, including this card with a misty forest scene.

  

In my opinion everyone needs a good evergreen tree stamp 

and the Merry Moose stamp set has 2 different size evergreen trees.

The thing that is special about today's card is the misty background. 

The scene is easy to create, simply sponge over your stamped trees

to fill in the space and to blur the stamped image.

Note: it has to be art sponges, a kitchen sponge is not flexible enough.

 Start looking through your stamp sets and decide what scenes you'd like to create.

Sponging is a fun and easy way to get a different look from your stamps.

Watch this short video to see just how easy it is.

You'll find a complete product list for this project t the bottom of the post. Art sponges are a must for this technique. And if you're looking for a nice stamp set with evergreens the Merry Moose stamp set is really quite versatile. Check out over 2 dozen cards you can make just with this stamp set.

Thanks for stopping by and have an INKcredible day.

If you haven't browsed the Stampin'UP! store I encourage you to spend a little time there. This is a great company with wonderful product. I do receive commission on sales and I appreciate your business - thank-you. My commission is paid by the company, you pay nothing extra when purchasing product through me.

I do appreciate your business and you can earn extra rewards when you shop with me. Contact me to place your order, or be sure to use the Rewards Code for the month (found in the left pane of the blog) if you place an on-line order.

Merry Moose Stamp Set [150494] - $17.00	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] - $8.75	Mint Macaron Classic Stampin' Pad [147106] - $7.50	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981] - $8.75	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088] - $7.50
Stamping Sponges [141337] - $4.00	Silver 3/8" Metallic-Edge Ribbon [144213] - $7.00	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [100730] - $9.75	Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] - $5.00