Hi Guys! Come on in and see what I’m doing today! I’m making two cards with the Close To My Heart Happy Day workshop.
This is actually a kit from 2017, but definitely still relevant in 2018. I could use ANY cardstock and ANY stamp set to create these cards.
I embossed a layer for one of my cards with the CTMH Leaves embossing folder. Embossing the background layer adds a subtle image to an otherwise plain space without making it too busy.
I used the CTMH B1575 Happy Day stamp set. It’s a really versatile stamp set – shapes, a couple of sentiments, and flowers. You really don’t need a lot of stamps to make cards.
Card #1: The Whisper cardstock piece is 4 x 5 1/4, the floral piece is 3 x 4 1/4, the Saffron cardstock piece is 4 x 2, the white stamped piece is 4 x 1 1/2. The circle is 1”, and the ribbon is 1/4” wide.
I used Tim Holtz Distress Ink in Rusty Hinge, Scattered Straw, Gathered Twigs and Shabby Shutters for the flowers, leaves, and circles.
The ribbon was taped on the back of the base layer and then I tied another piece in a knot. Ribbon is an easy embellishment that adds dimension and interest to a card.
Card #2: The Whisper cardstock piece is 4 x 5 1/4”, the dotted piece is 3 3/4 x 5”, the circle is 2 1/2”, and the green strip is 3 3/4 x 1/2”.
I used a Tim Holtz technique for the circle where you smear ink from the ink pad onto your work surface, spray it with water and dip your paper face down into it. How cool did that come out?
I popped up the circle, flower and banner – another method of adding dimension to a card. I didn’t add any sequins or baubles to the background because I think it’s busy enough already with the multi-color dots.
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As always, I’m Livin’ the Moments . . .