Oh, this one is a real toughie! I don’t think it’s a secret that the design team were all scratching their heads with the latest challenge over at the clean and simple card challenge site, Less is More. We could think of several ways of making a monogram, but most weren’t only one layer. That ruled out die cuts, cutouts and all sorts of other clever stuff.
Anyhoo, I scratched my head successfully and came up with three designs. The first, the N, technically didn’t fulfil the definition of a monogram, being a single initial. Then the stencilled and embellished A didn’t fulfil the definition either and turned out not to be a favourite. Finally, the graffiti monogram meets the definition, but might not be considered a traditional monogram.
Used for ‘N’
- Winsor & Newton / Letraset ProMarkers: Pastel Yellow / Yellow / Pastel Pink / Salmon Pink / Oatmeal / Amethyst / Lavender / Powder Blue / Blue Grey 2-4
- Sakura Pigma Micron Black Pigment Pen
Graffiti monogram
- Letraset ProMarker airbrush kit
- Winsor & Newton / Letraset ProMarkers: Denim Blue / Arctic Blue / Cyan / True Blue / Prussian
- Posca Paint Pens PC-1
- Stix2 Mask-it
Used for ‘A’
- Sakura Pigma Micron Black Pigment Pen 08
- Decoart Americana acrylic paint: Royal Purple / Wild Orchid / Baby Pink
- That’s Crafty! stencil: TC8001
- Ranger Stickles: Stardust / Black Diamond
I think all of your designs are fabulous – so unique. I looked up and found several definitions of monogram, and one letter is acceptable – hence the “mono” in monogram! I love your one letter version. I alwo love the stenciled one. The graffiti design stole my artistic heart. I really love it and I love those white accents and the richness of the blues. It’s FABULOUS!
They’re all terrific Neil but the street art one is stunning.
Absolutely amazing! Looks just like a talented graffiti artist!
I think your graffiti monogram is a fabulously creative take on the one layer monogram Neil – this would make a great street art tag! This was such a tricky challenge with more than one initial yet only one layer – I think you aced it!