My Favorite Sets: Winter Post

Winter Post is another one of my all-time favorite sets for Christmas! 
For today's card~

• I combined the Winter Post set with Serene Snowflakes and the sentiment comes from All Holidays. 
• I stamped the skaters in Soft Suede ink, then covered the image with a mask to stamp the snowflakes
• I sponged Sahara Sand around the edges using an oval mask
• Colored the skaters' clothing with markers, and I added glitter to her hat and sleeves
• The red card stock is textured. Don't forget about this option, it adds so much elegance to your projects!

I'll list the supplies in a minute - but, speaking of supplies - my order from the Sale A Bration brochure and Occasions mini arrives today. I can't wait! I love being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! If you'd like to find out how you can get 30% off of your stamping supplies this month - just send me an e-mail and ask!

You know, I so appreciate every one of you that faithfully visit to see what I've been making. Thanks for your support and kind comments. Have a great day!

Edited to add: Since I've already received requests for specific information about how I made this card, I've added them below.

Supplies~  all supplies by Stampin' Up!
Stamps: Winter Post, Serene Snowflakes, All Holidays
Paper: whisper white, real red textured, soft suede
and Ink: soft suede, sahara sand, real red

Accessories: Square rhinestones, Mistletoe ribbon, 1-3/8", slot and Designer Label punches, sponges, Top Note, Big Shot

How I made the focal image using the masking technique, step by step:

•  Cut the Top Note. Cut an oval  - I used the Nestie Ovals and cut the oval out of a transparency, so I could see to center it on the Top Note .
• Next you need to cut a mask of the skaters. Stamp the skaters (in soft suede) and cover with the mask.
• Center your oval mask and randomly stamp the snowflakes. I stamped the large snowflake first. Sponge lightly around the edge of the oval to define.
• Carefully remove the mask over the skaters.
• Assemble the rest of the card.

E-mail me HERE with any questions you have!

Comments

[Terry Molineux]

1.

Cindy....I love today's card TFS

[Lynn]

2.

Very pretty! I really like the sponged oval with snowflake background.

[Lauren]

3.

The vintage look here is so amazing Cindy!

[Ruth Ann]

4.

I just made a card with this set! It is such a great stamp set and so versatile. The images are so diverse but go together seamlessly, too. Great card!

[michelle]

5.

Love this! Thanks for the instructions too! Hugs, michelle