Bokeh Effect

Bokeh is more commonly associated with photography and it is a Japanese term.

It is the effect of the lens being out of focus and so producing a blurred effect on a photo that is usually in the background.

Sometimes the photographer will recreate this effect deliberately so that the main image stands out more

For this card I have used water colours but you could use Distress Inks if you preferred.

You will also need a really good white ink but make sure that your background is dry before you get started adding in the whites so as not to contaminate your white ink pad.

You will need some blenders and some acetate that you can punch or die cut with different sized holes.

Vary the colours you use for a different look each time and darker colours make really special male cards for the men in your life

You could also add the Bokeh effect with coloured inks too.

Add in your sentiment either by stamping on top of the panel or by cutting it out separately and adding it that way instead

Whichever way you decide to go it will look good.

Here I have added the sentiment onto a tag shape and added it with foam pads underneath to raise it up 

The large satin ribbon blends with the colour scheme as do the sequins that have been dotted around the panels

This is an effect that you can have a lot of fun with and come up with your own colour schemes

Just don't be afraid to play and get the kids involved too as they are sure to have some really good ideas