Grit, Gears & Grunge — The Charm of Rust & Rev 🚙🛠️🧡

I’m so excited to share a full lineup of projects created with the 49 and Market Rust & Rev and Rust & Rev 2.0 collections — a perfect match for those who love a gritty, vintage aesthetic packed with texture, tools, and rugged retro charm.

From rusted pickups to vintage gauges, oil-stained textures, and gear-filled workbenches, these collections are brimming with bold masculine energy. Some of these cards were born out of a workshop led by the incredibly talented Deanna Hutchinson at Clipper Street Scrapbook Company in Langley, and others were built from scratch at home as I got more and more inspired by the elements in these kits.

Each design is layered with dimensional die cuts, weathered textures, and industrial ephemera that tell a story — whether it’s one of resilience, grit, or just good old-fashioned horsepower. Sentiments like “Built for This,” “The Man, The Myth, The Legend,” and “The Best View Comes After the Hardest Climb” make these cards ideal for Father’s Day, birthdays, or for anyone who appreciates the beauty in patina and the pride of a well-worn toolbox.

💡 Design tip: Lean into the grunge! Use inked edges, distressed layers, and mixed media elements to enhance the raw, mechanical feel of the collection. And don’t be afraid to go full 3D with your embellishments — bolts, chains, and gauges are all fair game!

Big thanks to Diana for the inspiration and instruction — and if you’re a fan of masculine themes or automotive nostalgia, this collection is a must-have.

Got a favorite from the batch? Let me know which card revs your creative engine the most!

🛠️ Wendie Bee | @stamprightup