Hi and Happy New Year!
I was about to post my card for this week's Case Study when I found out a very pleasant surprise! THIS card that I entered in the last challenge was a Top 3 Winner! That certainly brought a smile to my face this morning and makes it very enticing to play again!
The challenge featured this lovely sample from one of my favorite artists, Amy Sheffer.
I loved her beautiful color choices and the rich textures including the pleats and a doily as part of her collage accent.
Here's my take on it -
The flower was stamped with the Mixed Bunch stamp set which is available starting Wednesday in the Occasions Mini. I used the basic Resist technique, stamping with Versamark ink onto Glossy Paper, then heat setting it to dry. I sponged Poppy Parade ink over the flourish and got this pretty textured look. Here's a close-up for you.
This technique is so simple to do. Just be sure to use glossy paper. A darker ink is best. The ink does show up a shade lighter and the wonderful sheen of the paper shows through.
I cut it out with the coordinating Blossom Punch. Don't you love using supplies that are MADE for each other?
The paper pleating wasn't hard and I promise to show you how I did that soon. The DSP is coming for Sale A Bration and is called Everyday Enchantment. I need Thank You cards at this time of year, so this one is going out in the mail soon.
If you need any details of other supplies used, please don't hesitate to ask! I'm away from my desk right now (standing in the kitchen in my jammies) and whenever I add supplies without looking up the exact names - well you know, I give them new names all my own - right off the top of my head.
I'd so love to hear from you! Your comments always inspire me.
