DIY Birthday Card: Hope Your Birthday Is Bushels of Fun

Fall is just around the corner! Soon the smell of cinnamon and apples will fill the air. The leaves will put on a glorious display of color as they let go of their branches and fall to the ground. Its about that time of year to grab a sweater with a warm cup of cocoa while snuggling on the couch with a good book. Its also a great time of year to grab some watercolor paints and paint with me!

The end of the summer, the beginning of fall, is the time of year apples come into season. Apples make a great subject for a birthday card. They are bright and cheerful and speak of good health. Wish your loved one a happy birthday with this adorable DIY card.

SUPPPLIES:

*Watercolor Paper

*Pencil and Eraser

*Paintbrush

*Watercolor Paint

*Paper Towel

PROCESS:

STEP 1: Sketch a barrel with a few apples in it it.

STEP 2: Paint the base layer of your apples using a red wash of paint. Make sure to leave some white to create a reflection. Before it dries add in some red paint to create a shadow layer.

STEP 3: Use a brown wash to paint your barrel. Be sure to remove some paint at the points you want to create a reflection. Add in some brown paint o create a shadow.

STEP 4: Paint over your apples with a red layer to add some red shine.

STEP 5: Using a darker brown color, paint some stripes to create texture on your basket.

STEP 6: Add some splatter!

GREETING:

Once your painting is dry, its now time to add your greeting! On the inside of your card, add the greeting:

Hope Your Birthday Is Bushels of Fun!

Congratulations! Your card is now finished! Feel free to add any other details you would like. Make sure to sign your name and give it to the one you you wish to celebrate!

Video: Click here to watch a quick video tutorial.