ATCs are … another blank canvas to splatter all of my creativity.

ATCs are so addictive because they’re so small and can be done so quickly. It’s easy to get carried away with all the possibilities. I know… Two-and-a-half inches by three inches may seem small, but it’s another blank canvas to splatter all of my creativity. Not to mention having my own trading card definitely makes me feel more like a “Pro.” Think about it: big-time baseball and football players have trading cards, so why can’t I have them, too?!

This week, while I was hopped-up on an ATC flurry, I did a 3-piece ATC series on butterflies. I stamped the fleur heart on velum, then cut and organized it into a few fleur butterfly designs. Velum is really a great way to visually “stack” textures and designs on any background. I chose a crackle background which I painted on actual playing cards. Because of the card’s glossy finish they hold the many layers of paint required to get the crackle effect. This week, I hope you catch the ATC bug and craft away on those tiny canvases.