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While excited about free shipping, I created a card with a fun, “acrylic block” technique for a beautiful, Sea Life, fish.

Acrylic Block Technique
The acrylic blocks come in a number of sizes to fit various sized stamps. I used size H to stamp four rows across Basic White Cardstock, the size of a card front, 5 1/2″ X 4 1/4″.
I inked the block, stamping the cardstock in even rows, using three colors: Pool Party, Mint Macaron, and Coastal Cabana. The block was easily cleaned with a Baby Wipe between colors. Then, I used the largest Stitched Rectangles Die for cutting.
Next, I positioned the fish, a Sea Life Die, and rolled it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Now I understand why the fish was designed to not be completely cut. See what I mean?
I tried several colors for the card base (8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″), but the Shaded Spruce really made the fish pop.
For the sentiment, I used “Best Wishes” from the Artistically Inked Stamp Set, stamped in Shaded Spruce Ink, and cut with an Ornate Frames Die. To make it stand out, I used the die that’s a size larger to cut a frame from Mint Macaron Cardstock.
I added some bubbles from the Seascape Stamp Set, along with three Artistry Blooms Sequins, and my card was complete.
I was inspired by Freshly Made Sketches.
My June Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Artistry Blooms Self-Adhesive Sequins in July.
Beautiful colors in a refined embellishment create a stunning statement, no matter what you add them to. Artistry Blooms Sequins will add easy shine and flair to your cards and projects.
* 200 Adhesive backed sequins
* 50 each of 4 colors
* 4 mm, 6 mm
Product colors: Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Mango Melody, Rich Razzleberry
June Drawing Prize
For orders totaling $150+ you will be entered in a drawing. The lucky winner will receive a $17.00 stamp set of your choice from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I counted 25 stamp sets at this price, so there’s a good selection.
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All the products, not carried over in the new Annual Catalog, are “last chance” products up to 50% off. Some will not be discounted, but all will only be available while supplies last, so order early to avoid being disappointed.
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Oh this is so cute and so clever! That fish is fabulous! Thanks so much for joining us at Freshly Made Sketches.
What an amazing look!! I love the background panels and the way that gorgeous fish is just a subtle image! Thank you for playing along with us at Freshly Made Sketches.
Thank you, Kim! It was a fun way to use the Acrylic Block!
I just ordered this set. Your card is amazing!!
Thank you, Judy! Enjoy the set!
Wow! This is amazing!
Thank you, Bonnie! So glad you like it!