Clean & Simple Cards: Quick, Easy Projects That Celebrate the Basics of Design Theory

One of the most popular but most struggled with styles in card making is clean and simple. With so many techniques and products to choose from, it can be intimidating trying to create a card that is clean in design. Learning basic design principles will make this process simpler! The basic design introduction and over 45 card designs included in this book will teach you design theories, tools and techniques that you'll be able to use for years and will help you begin to create your own unique card designs. You'll discover how with just a few supplies, you can create a beautiful card in minutes! Whether you enjoy stamping on your cards, using patterned papers or adding color with inks and markers, you'll find tips on keeping those techniques clean and simple. For even more inspiration, several card sketches are provided to help you get started!

Tami Mayberry lives in Missouri with her husband and five children. Her first cards were published in the premiere issue of CardMaker magazine in May 2005, and since then more than 100 of her cards have been accepted for publication in various magazines and idea books. Visit Tami's blog at http: //tamimayberry.blogspot.com/