Hey! Thanks for stopping by today. Things are a little different today. I was working with a layout that I hadn't used in a while and couldn't remember the sizes I needed. So I was playing with retired DSP for the first card just to get a handle on the size I wanted to cut the layers. Since there was nothing wrong with the papers and the size I cut, I decided to make up this card first and then go on to the Christmas card I wanted to share. Here's the prototype:
The card base is Shaded Spruce and the DSP is from the retired Forever Greenery. The plant pot is from the current Plentiful Plants, and the greenery is from the Forever Fern set. I used the dies that coordinate with the stamp sets. The ink used for the plant pot is Soft Suede, and Shaded Spruce & Granny Apple Green were used for the plants. I tied a double Linen Thread bow as an accent.
Cutting for Layers: 2 different DSP prints
each cut at 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"
This is a very simple layering technique and I've used it so often in the last 20+ years I've been making cards. It's also a great way to use up some of those bits of DSP that are left over from all the other projects you've made!
Ok, that's nice enough, but let's get to making the Christmas card and using NEW stuff!
Again the DSP layering is a focal point and but those weren't the color choices I actually used. This card has a base of Early Espresso with a layer of Soft Succulent cardstock over it. This is just attached with adhesive to lay flat.
The two pieces of designer paper are from the lovely Painted Christmas 12" x 12" Designer Paper. These both are more on the subtle side of the prints in the pack, but all of them are just really gorgeous! Even though there is an extra layer of cardstock on this card, the two pieces are still cut at 2 1/4" x 3 1/2". Decide which one goes under and which over, then attach with adhesive so it is still flat.
I'm loving the Christmas Season Bundle with the terrific hand-painted look to the images. For the pinecone, I started with Crumb Cake cardstock and stamped the 1st image with Crumb Cake ink. The detail stamp that goes over it was stamped with Early Espresso ink, then die-cut with the coordinating die.
The larger bunch of leaves were stamped with Shaded Spruce ink and the smaller ones were stamped with Mint Macaron. Like I mentioned, these aren't listed on the matching colors for the DSP, but I liked how they looked on the finished card. The leaves were also die-cut with matching dies.
Let's put the card together now. The pinecone is attached with a couple Dimensionals. Both of the leaves were tucked in underneath and attached with Glue Dots. A small knot of the Gold Fine Art Ribbon is tucked slightly under the pinecone also and attached with Glue Dots. I liked the subtle shimmer of the ribbon to add just a bit of elegance. If I were looking to make it more country in feel, I think I'd use Linen Thread, doubled and tied in a bow. That would give the card a really different feel to it. Three of the iridescent 2021-2023 In Color Jewels added just the right touch. Both of the greens worked, but I chose the Evening Evergreen ones.
The inside of the card was finished with adding a layer of Basic White cardstock. The bottom corner was stamped with a pinecone using the same colors as before, Crumb Cake first, then Early Espresso over it. I masked this and stamped the smaller bunch of leaves using Mint Macaron ink.
I love how simple this card was to finish and could see me making multiples of this for my own cards. We'll see what else I can come up with before I make a decision on which card(s) to make for our family. Decisions, decisions... but the sooner I get started, the better off I'll be. Maybe I'll even get them in the mail early for a change. Oh no, not a good idea - I have some friends who'd probably have a heart-attack if I mailed them too early! *huge grins*
There's still a one day left to order some of the Designer Series Papers that are on sale. It's a great bargain and I don't think you can ever have too much DSP! shhh... But don't tell my hubby I said that! If you are placing an order this month, please use my July Host Code. I appreciate your orders greatly!
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Thanks so much for stopping by again today. Are you ready for the new July - December mini catalog to start? Just a few more days - August 3rd! And don't forget about the 2nd around of Sale-A-Bration that also starts August 3rd. Boy, good things are in store for you and I'll have lots of new ideas to share with you using the new products. Have fun stamping this summer. All this heat is a good reason to stay indoors and stamp! *grins*
Happy creating!
Sharon
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