CAS(E) this Sketch #324

by ElizStewart // June 5, 2019 // 1 Comment

We have an unusual sketch at CAS(E) this Sketch this week. The sketch looked like building blocks to me... so I ran with it! I used the Papertrey Ink Block Party set. I selected a few "block" die cuts, distressed wood grain cardstock, and arranged in a format like the sketch. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #323

by ElizStewart // May 28, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we have a sketch featuring small objects climbing the right hand side of the card and a bold sentiment. I used a collage die from Memory Box on Stardream opal cardstock. Continue reading →

Cupcake Inspiration Challenge 470 and CAS(E) this Sketch #322

by ElizStewart // May 21, 2019 // No Comments

I am combining two challenges with this card. I used this week's sketch from CAS(E) this Sketch and the color scheme (PINK, LIME and WHITE) from Cupcake Inspirations. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #319

by ElizStewart // April 29, 2019 // 1 Comment

I was blown away by Chrissy's card this week at CAS(E) this Sketch. Gorgeous! I used it as inspiration as I worked the sketch. I used the topography map by Neat and Tangled. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #318

by ElizStewart // April 18, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week, at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with a center strip with a banner sentiment at the bottom. In the spirit of Earth Day, I created a center strip of plants with a fun sentiment. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #313

by ElizStewart // March 21, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with an odd jagged line in the center of the sketch. Took awhile but I decided, the jagged line could be a crack in an Easter egg! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #312

by ElizStewart // March 11, 2019 // 1 Comment

So the sketch at CAS(E) this Sketch, this week, was not easy. It took me awhile to come up with a theme for a random set different-sized circles. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #311

by ElizStewart // March 3, 2019 // 2 Comments

We have a simple image-focused sketch this week at CAS(E) this Sketch. I used a fun MFT set from last year with cute flamingos as the focus. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #310

by ElizStewart // February 23, 2019 // 1 Comment

I had fun with the sketch at CAS(e) this Sketch this week. I used waves to create the horizontal lines… and a couple of cute fish for interest! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #308

by ElizStewart // February 10, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with 3 small objects in an offset rectangle. My inspiration was a story in the local paper reminding us that sea turtle nesting begins March 1 on our local beaches! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #306

by ElizStewart // January 27, 2019 // 3 Comments

This week at Cas(e) this Sketch, we are working with four horizontal bands and a vertical sentiment. My four bands are distressed (from bottom) with: Scattered Straw, Tattered Rose, Worn Lipstick, and Candied Apples. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #305

by ElizStewart // January 20, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with a border sketch with a banner sentiment crossing the border. I distressed 3 tulips using a SSS stencil, and finished with a white embossed sentiment flag. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #304

by ElizStewart // January 14, 2019 // 3 Comments

The sketch this week at Cas(e) this Sketch was hard. I played around with a number of ideas. The panels were created with an old technique…ink smooshing on Bristol Smooth cardstock. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #303

by ElizStewart // January 6, 2019 // 1 Comment

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with a central image atop a small rectangular panel. In 2019, I am going to use everything in my stash that has not been touched. I have never used this cute fishbowl shaker from Mama Elephant. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #302

by ElizStewart // December 28, 2018 // 2 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we have a sketch with a central, horizontal rectangular block, flanked by two skewed vertical rectangular blocks. I used some fun, plaid patterned paper that I received for Christmas to express my sentiment! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #298

by ElizStewart // November 19, 2018 // 3 Comments

I love how my card turned out this week for CAS(e) this Sketch! A simple card focused on the patterned paper; the large dove mimics the paper design. Two small sides stripes were the last touch. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #297

by ElizStewart // November 11, 2018 // 1 Comment

At this week’s CAS(e) this Sketch, we are working with an oval in the bottom right of our base cards. I so wanted to use a new MFT Secret Santa set that I decided lots of masking would be worth it! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #295

by ElizStewart // October 28, 2018 // 1 Comment

A very simple sketch at CAS(E) this Sketch this week. In turn, I made a very simple Christmas (or birthday!) card. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #294

by ElizStewart // October 21, 2018 // 1 Comment

CAS(E) this Sketch, this week, illustrates a large prominent sentiment dividing the card in half. I used a large “Trick or Treat”, broken up by two Halloween papers…and a cute mummy and spider sequin for fun! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #291

by ElizStewart // October 3, 2018 // 3 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we are working with a sketch depicting 3 interlocking objects and a sentiment below the objects. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #276

by ElizStewart // June 17, 2018 // 2 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we have a sketch perfect for florals. I chose the gorgeous fuchsia set from Avery Elle... so wish I had fuchsia in my backyard. The images are simply stamped and copic-colored. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #274

by ElizStewart // June 5, 2018 // 3 Comments

A simple, fun sketch over at CAS(E) this Sketch this week. I used a sweet set from Papertrey Ink. I have been sick for weeks and am currently going through chemotherapy; my friends have been fabulous supporting and sustaining me. Thank you! Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #273

by ElizStewart // May 29, 2018 // 2 Comments

This week at CAS(E) this Sketch, we have a super CAS design. I love it! I wanted to make a thank you card for a cardmaker friend who is amazingly supportive as I move through some tough days. The focus is the sentiment; simple score lines and sequins finish off the card. So CAS. Continue reading →

CAS(E) this Sketch #270

by ElizStewart // May 6, 2018 // 2 Comments

We have an interesting sketch this week over at CAS(E) this Sketch. Basically three rows with the sentiment included on the last row. I made the assumption the rows could be composed of anything; I created rows of little girls. Continue reading →