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Onto my cards... This first card didn't go so well for me, but I have decided to share it anyway.I absolutely loved this Christmas tree stamp when I saw it. It is from Martha Stewart. But I could not get it to stamp cleanly. I threw away about 10 cards prior to just finally accepting this one even though I am not happy with it. If any of you have any tips for these large types of stamps with all of the details, please share them with me!
I used Scor-tape around the edge and added glitter for some sparkle.
I am much happier with this second card!
I started with a white background. I embossed the top half with the Cuttlebug Victoria folder. But before I embossed, I inked the folder with green Stampin Up ink. That technique gives a really interesting effect.
The "image" in the middle is from the Papertrey Ink Holiday Button Bits set. That set includes a bunch of images where you incorporate buttons as part of the image - pretty cool!
I used the Fiskars Apron Lace punch on the bottom and I also embossed with 2 border embossing folders from the Cuttlebug Border Frills set. Of course I had to add some twine with glass beads because I have been on a glass bead kick lately.
The sentiment stamp is also from Papertrey Ink Holiday Button Bits.If you get a chance, please check out all of the other design team members blogs. These ladies are so talented - you will find tone of inspiration on their blogs!
{Merry Christmas Details}
Cardstock: Bazzill Basics
Stamp: Martha Stewart, Papertrey Ink Button Bits
Ink: Stampin Up Garden Green, Stampin Up Ruby Red
Misc: Scor-tape, glitter, gems
{Sending Holiday Cheer Details}
Cardstock: Bazzill Basics
Stamps: Papertrey Ink Holiday Button Bits
Ink: Stampin Up Garden Green
Embossing: Cuttlebug Victoria folder, Cuttlebug Border Frills
Misc: grosgrain ribbon, twine, glass beads, buttons
11 comments:
Ok, first of all you need to tell us all how you tie those beautiful bows ?!!!! Fantastic !
I just love both of your cards, both are just stunning. Love the embossing and how you have inked the folder, brilliant effect. Love your glass beads too - so different.
Thank's so much for your inspiration week after week.
Hugs,
Jo xxx
Those cards came out lovely. I too have the same problems with stamps tho.
Adore the Buttons, I did one similar =)
fabulous cards Deanne, I love that muted green its fab, by the way the little spiky thing (technical term) you photograph your cards on is a nifty little gadget
Mina xxx
Deanne, just GORGEOUS cards!! I just love coming over to your blog to see what you have created - you never disappoint!
Deanne xo
Gorgeous cards, Deanne
Your details is just fabulous.
I love them both!
Try using a thin piece of fun foam under your paper. Sometimes it just needs that little extra cushion.
Karen x
Two fabulous cards, love the elegance of the first and the inking and embossing on the second is superb. (I've never manage to come up with anything worth using -lessons please). Gorgeous details - I love your beaded twine.
hugs Heather xx
Deanne, these are gorgeous cards!! Love them both! This is a very great style!
Simone
Your cards are so beautiful!!!
Wow, I'm glad I clicked over here from the message boards. You are a great and talented artist!!
Thanks for explaining how to get that color in the background of the embossed image. It looks sooooo good! I just love it! Beautiful cards as usual with all your wonderful details! Hugs, Dena
Hi Deanne. Followed the link to here on the Pink Petticoat site - well done for your lovely winning box! Using a big stamp it can help to lay it upside down and ink it up well. Then lay your card pice on it and roll your brayer over it carefully a couple of times. Hope it works for you.
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