Unlock the Possibilities: One Card Design, Endless Creativity!
Ever have a design idea you absolutely love, but you wonder how else you could use it? Or maybe you're looking for ways to stretch your creative muscles and see a single concept in a whole new light? Well, you're in the right place! Today, I'm diving into the wonderful world of adaptation and showing you how I took one core card design and gave it three distinct personalities.
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For me, I do love to do the same card idea in multiple colourways because it never ceases to amaze me each time I do this, how by a simple change, the whole card design can feel as if it too has changed - I do hope that makes sense? Then change the sentiment, and again it feels as if you have 3 different cards!
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Card design 1: You're The Best
For this first card, I really wanted to play up the fact that you don't have to colour the Celtic designs to still make them part of the design. I thought about how I could make it feel oft & elegant but also be suitable for any occasion too..jpg "Unlock the Possibilities: One Card Design, Endless Creativity! Project idea by Lou Sims")
Card design 2: Thank You for all that You do
Moving onto the second card, I had a completely different vibe in mind. I wanted to explore a more feminine, soft look and deliberately choose a soft pink, shimmer ink. I decided to focus on how I could give the card a more Spring/Summer appeal. I adore the contrast of the leaves against the flowers..jpg "Unlock the Possibilities: One Card Design, Endless Creativity! Project idea by Lou Sims")
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Card design 3: Warmth & Joy at Christmas
And finally, for the third card, I wanted to see how I could keep the design but at the same make it appear as if it was completely different to the other two cards. I opted for a Christmas theme for this card and coloured all the flower images. Keeping the leaves the same colour as the other two, gives a nod to it being the same design - does that make sense?
What do you think?
So there you have it ā one design, three completely different looks! I hope this inspires you to take your favourite card designs and see where a little creative exploration can lead. Don't be afraid to experiment with colours, textures, and layouts. The possibilities are truly endless! If I did this design again, I think I would experiment more with the inner panel and change up the direction from diamond to square or even not have the panel at all.
Have you ever tried reimagining a card design? I'd love to hear about it in the comments below
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One more thing before you go ...
You can see more of my crafting journey via all my different social media accounts. If you can, please do share posts and videos - all these things really help -
Until next time, take care,
xxx
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