The Search For Biggan's Card Stock

Do you know the card maker Biggan, a.k.a. Birgit? She makes a-MAZ-ing cards that look like little watercolor masterpieces. I am a big fan! I know people who have entire boards dedicated to her cards on Pinterest.

One of the things that everyone seems to love is her use of a more canvas-type card stock to achieve the painterly look. I had read that she used a card stock from Paper Accents. Well, I ordered that from Amazon, not cheap, and it was a big disappointment. It didn't have enough of a well-defined weave, if that makes sense. Not enough texture.

Last month, I was browsing at Tuesday Morning and came across this card stock from Core'dinations. A good weight at 80 pounds, a good white, and from what I could see through the cellophane wrapper, a good canvas texture. I purchased it in white and ivory. the price? Cheap! $2.99 each! I think they sell this at Joann's, but it's at least double the price.

Do I like it? No. I love it! It's really nice quality!

For starters, it did not fray and frazzle at the edges when I cut it down to size. Bonus! And also, it took the ink really well.

Here's my first card with the new Core'dinations canvas card stock:

Here's a close up that shows the texture nicely.

{Today's Brew: On The Farm stamp set (PTI), inks and card stock (PTI), Core'dinations white canvas card stock, Concord and 9th wheat die, rustic button twine}

I left off the sentiment. I figure I can add something later when I find an occasion to send it.

Thanks for visiting the cafe today! Blessings on your Friday, friends!