edie3
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Post by edie3 on Jul 12, 2022 1:52:57 GMT
I got out my old hexagon cover die. And cut a bunch of papers from a 6x6 pad. But now I can't find a layout that I like. Is there a "rule or rules" on mixing patterns?
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PaperAngel
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Post by PaperAngel on Jul 12, 2022 6:06:56 GMT
IMHO there are no rules in papercrafting. For me, the secret to mixing patterns is in relation, scale, & proportion. I select patterns that share a common color, intensity, theme, mood/feel, style, &/or other trait & feature different sizes &/or types of patterns, then use the gallon/pint/ounce (or gallon/quart/pint/cup/ounce, if using 5+ different patterns) recipe. For example, select a solid or small repetitive pattern (e.g. polka dots) to use as the background (gallon), add a block/band of a multicolor stripe or plaid (pint), & include a narrow strip or embellishment in a bold floral (ounce). HTH.
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pinklady
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Post by pinklady on Jul 12, 2022 14:41:03 GMT
It's funny you mention this. I watched an unboxing of the Simon Says Stamp July card kit and loved the pattern papers and how well the colors and patterns coordinated. I already have a similar stamp set so I just purchased the paper, die cuts and window frames. http://instagr.am/p/CexYCj7MakS This is the card that made my eyes pop out! I'm totally going to recreate this. It's so simple but so gorgeous! http://instagr.am/p/CfM8xgDMM9R Here are a couple others that I really liked. I'd probably use a different color background on the teal card but I love the stripes. ETA: I can't get Cathy Z's cards to link from Instagram. If you go to her page you can see them. |
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Post by joblackford on Jul 12, 2022 22:48:33 GMT
Usually if I'm putting papers together from one pad there are
busier patterns:
- loud/busy all over patterns
- patterns that have more rigid designs, sort of arranged in stripes rather than all over the page
- small patterns that have a lot more white space
and quieter patterns:
- basic geometrics like stripes or plaids
- tone on tone, or more quiet papers (may have less contrast in the colors)
It depends on the designer and how well put together the collection is but generally that's how I group them. I try to balance the busier papers with the quieter papers between them, or put a design with more white space next to a predictable geometric. Give the eye somewhere to rest between making out the chaotic designs. Often the busiest patterns have a tone on tone b-side that balances it out.
I would just play around though. See what makes your eye happy. There aren't really any rules. If in doubt try taking a photo - sharing a photo here is usually when I see whether my cards look good to me or are too chaotic.
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Post by grammadee on Jul 12, 2022 22:55:21 GMT
If your papers all come from the same pad, they will probably all coordinate pretty well. Repeating the same punched shape adds unity as well.
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edie3
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Post by edie3 on Jul 13, 2022 2:22:16 GMT
Thanks for the help. I just played around with it and found something I like. But tell me, why am I obsessing over a silly card?
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Post by don on Jul 13, 2022 4:23:26 GMT
Thanks for the help. I just played around with it and found something I like. But tell me, why am I obsessing over a silly card? Rule #1: There are no rules. Rule #2: Refer to Rule #1. You are obsessing over a silly card because "It's not Hallmark, it's hand made", and you "Care to send the very best". |
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edie3
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Post by edie3 on Jul 13, 2022 13:43:13 GMT
"Care to send the very best". thanks for the smile, Don! And the rules! |
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