by Rita Montoya | Jun 20, 2026 | Card Sketches
This week’s sketch (Paper Play Sketches 31) sparked three different cards — each one a reminder that sketches are maps, not rules. They’re starting points for creativity, not boundaries. The first card follows the sketch closely, using pieces from...
by Rita Montoya | Jun 15, 2026 | Card Sketches
Each Saturday I love sharing a card inspired by a sketch — a simple layout that gives your creativity a place to begin. Card sketches act like blueprints: they show where your focal point, sentiment, layers, and embellishments might go. Whether you’re a brand‑new...
by Rita Montoya | May 3, 2026 | Card Sketches, Sketch Saturday
Sketch Saturday arrived a little late this week, but creativity doesn’t follow a clock. Freshly Made Sketch #688 inspired three different cards — each showing how sketches can be followed, stretched, or completely reimagined. They’re wonderful for sparking ideas and...
by Rita Montoya | Apr 25, 2026 | Card Sketches, Sketch Saturday
Welcome to this week’s Saturday Sketch, where we take a simple layout and explore all the creative possibilities it can spark. Sketches are one of my favorite tools for getting started — they offer structure, but still leave plenty of room for personal style and...
by Rita Montoya | Apr 20, 2026 | Card Sketches
This week I worked with OWH Sketch #219 and paired it with the beautiful Pleasant Patterns Specialty Designer Series Paper. The soft spring designs and metallic foil accents made it a perfect choice for creating an elegant Mother’s Day card. Card Design...
by Rita Montoya | Mar 21, 2026 | Card Sketches
Today’s Sketch Saturday features Mojo Sketch 520, a wonderfully balanced layout with room for layers, texture, and a standout sentiment. I reached for the Lovely Blossoms DSP because its soft florals and neutral tones work beautifully with the angled panel in this...
