Julie Campbell
It’s true. Inspiration is everywhere! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I’ve been on the hunt for some fresh card ideas.
Of course, the traditional red and pink hues of valentines are always nice, but this year I wanted something a little more edgy. That’s when I discovered this trendy outfit by J.Crew:
I love finding inspiration from fashion! And even though I might not be able to pocket this $90 sweater, I can create a trendy knock-off with a little paper and ink.
I cut a heart from cardstock using my Silhouette and added a stamped sentiment from Technique Tuesday. I found this triangle badge on Etsy from A Flair for Buttons. The bottom third of the inside of my card is covered with neon yellow washi tape from Freckled Fawn.
I like to hand deliver most of my cards and wanted to carry the style all the way through to my packaging. Shipping tags and printed bags are my go-to supplies for creating cute envelope alternatives. Tuck in a few tiny sweets and you’ve got a quick and easy valentine gift that’s sure to brighten someone’s day!
I hope I’ve inspired you to take a look around for your own out-of-the-box Valentine inspiration. How do you feel about using non-traditional colors for the holidays? I’d love to hear your thoughts! One lucky commenter on this post will win the Love Always Wins stamp set by Ali Edwards that was used to create the projects above.
All comments must be received by Friday, February 8th at 5 pm MST.
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Julie Campbell, Paper Crafts Go-to Gal
I like experimenting with non-traditional colors, it is really out of my comfort zone, but I always like the results.
As a crafter- I ask why would one want to blend in when they can stand out. Make it pop, make it unique but most of all make it yours. So go for it- using non-traditional colors for the holidays is not only unique but it shows ones talents, individuality, creative mind and sheer ability to think out of the normal box.
Totally love the non-traditional. out of the box, it’s a big YES from me!
What great cards! Love the colors!!
Love your use of the non traditional Valentine colors, which is something that I struggle with at times. Thanks for the ideas to carry through with the same theme on the packaging.
That is the funnest, funkiest Valentine I’ve ever seen! And the outfit is pretty rockin’ too!
Love these non-traditional colors!
I love non-traditional colors! With the flood of pink and red and white that happens around Valentines Day it’s the best way to make a project stand out.
oh I always like a challenge, but I’m really starting to enjoy pink in this time of my life, so I enjoy working with traditional colors as well ; )
WHAT A SUPER SET OF STAMPS!!!!!! YES! COUNT ME IN ON THIS!!!!!!! I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE VALENTINE STAMPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
AND VALENTINES!!!!!!!!!!! 
I love the surprise of unconventional colors.
what awesome cards taken from this picture. I wouldn’t have the slightest what to do but you rocked it!!!
I like non-traditional colors! The card that I made for my love is in aqua blue and purple…
I’m a big fan of non traditional color schemes and have used them for Christmas and baby cards/projects. Non pink and red valentines are next ! Love love the text blocks on Ali’s stamps.
I enjoy finding a nice twist on traditional colors, nothing crazy, just something fresh. Love your color! And what a pretty stamp set!
Love non-traditional colors for special event/holiday cards. But it’s difficult for the recipient to quickly know what type of card it is
Love the card, the colors are beautiful..
I love how you were inspired by the outfit to create your card and tag! Fabulous!
Thanks for the chance to win that lovely stamp set, too!
Wonderful stamps!!! Love!!
I love seeing non traditional holiday colors used! It definitely changes up the same old thing!
I really like non-traditional colors, especially for cards for men!
I am absolutely LOVING this color combo! I’m totally using it this weekend! Love it!
Super duper colours. You’ve made that combo work so well with your projects! Love them!
Great color combo !! Great projects from the inspiration photo ! Ali Edwards products are great . Thanks foe a chance .
I like when others use non-traditional colors for holidays, but I always stick to the same color schemes!
I like to use non-traditional colors for cards. It gives them more oomph.
I love non-traditional colors for holidays. This one is perfect. Thanks for a chance to win this AE stamp set!
love the cards and I think nontraditional colors are cool. I’m open to different ideas and inspirations
I think non traditional colors for the holidays are the best way to GO!
I LOVE experimenting with non-traditional colors!! Especially if you have an inspirational jumping of spot!! LOVING the fun color combo you shared and I still feel the Valentine’s Love shinning through them!! THANKS for sharing and for the chance to win!! Have a FABULOUS WEEK!! =)
I like to be inspired by other creations I see on blogs, in magazines, and on pinterest. I take theirs and make it different and it doesn’t always look like that it came from the inspiration but it did. Don’t you just love that!?
Such fun ideas! Love this stamp set!!
Using non-traditional colors pushes me outside my comfort zone but I give it a try once in a while.
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