
I've been itching to use my new Texturz Impressions Die, Manhattan Flower. This embossing folder coordinates with the Fifth Avenue Floral stamp set and it is gorgeous! As I started to play around with it, my mind was reeling with ideas for cards. I'll have to take some time to put those together, but this is the card I came up with for the challenge. After I ran the paper and embossing folder through my Big Shot, I ran my Whisper White craft ink pad over with embossed flowers. I wanted to highlight the embossing and add some dimension. Once the craft ink was dry, I sponged So Saffron classic ink over the flowers, creating even more depth to the images. I distressed the edges of the Barely Banana cardstock, sponged more So Saffron ink around the edges and added a little paper piercing. Next came the Whisper White taffeta ribbon and the sentiment, which I embossed with white ep and sponged around the oval's edges with more So Saffron ink. Looks kind of "shabby chic," don't you think?
I made up several more of these cards yesterday while stamping at the Verona Senior Center, but changed to greeting to Easter Wishes. I toned down the distressing a bit, but kept the rest of the card the same. I will send those out to some of the members of our church who are not able to get to church because of illness or mobility issues. I hope these cards brighten their Easter holiday.
I'm hoping to finish up my submission for the Mojo Monday challenge today. I've got the basics down, but I need to "mojo it up" a little. :) I should be able to get that ready to share with you tomorrow. Have a great day!
Stamps: Thoughts and Prayers
Paper: Whisper White, Barely Banana
Ink: Whisper White craft, VersaMark, So Saffron
Accessories: white ep, heat gun, Large Oval punch, Curly Label punch, Mat Pack, paper piercer, Whisper White taffeta ribbon
3 comments:
So elegant! Love the softness of the card - I'm sure it will bring a smile to someone's face!
TFS, love it. Just got my Manhattan Flower so I will try your technique. These cards will brighten their Easter day. Happy Easter to you.
WOW this card is so Beautiful--just got mine so tried your technique and it is wonderful!! TFS Just found your blog today and have spent much time enjoying evey bit of it. THANKS,
Laurie
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