Annette Sullivan: Independent Stampin' Up!® Demonstrator, Australia – Providing inspiration for handmade greeting cards
Category: Embossing Folders
Today I have used the Inspiring Iris stamp set to create an unusual gatefold fancy fold card. Usually this type of Gatefold would be portrait orientation. To show off the Scripty 3D Embossing Folder and the script Designer Series Paper, I decided to try it in a landscape orientation.Supplies:Stamp Set: Inspiring IrisCardstock: Bermuda Bay, Whisper … Continue reading A Gatefold Fancy Fold card using Inspiring Iris
At a recent technique class, I showed the participants how to use ink and an embossing folder to create some beautiful backgrounds. This technique adds ink to the indentations of the embossed image, creating a letterpress effect. Here is the card that they made. Instructions for the Faux Letterpress Technique:Ink one side of the inside … Continue reading Technique: Faux Letterpress
This week I have a sneak peek of an upcoming Embossing Folder (Hammered Metal 3D) for the Sketch Challenge at Splitcoaststampers. Click on the link to find out more about the challenge. Here is the sketch ... ... and here is my card. Tips: I used Tear & Tape to attach pieces of Blueberry Bushel … Continue reading Peacock Feathers for the Sketch Challenge
Today I have used the beautiful Magnolia 3D Embossing Folder, with a little watercolouring to create this stunning card. Sadly, the photo does not do it justice. Supplies:Stamp Set: Good Morning MagnoliaCardstock: Thick Whisper White, Magnolia Lane DSP, Whisper WhiteInk: So Saffron, Mossy Meadow, Petal PinkAccessories: Magnolia Lane Cork Embellishments, Linen Thread, Whisper White Polka … Continue reading Good Morning Magnolia Cork Hello
Today, I have a free PDF on how to create this beautiful card with the Brick & Mortar 3D Embossing Folder and the To A Wild Rose Bundle For full instructions and measurements, please download the PDF file.Supplies:Stamp Set: To A Wild RoseCardstock: Gray Granite, Whisper White, Pear Pizzazz, Rococo RoseInk: Gray Granite, Rococo RoseAccessories: … Continue reading FREE PDF with To A Wild Rose
This week, the Color Challenge at Splitcoaststampers uses pastel colours. Click on the link to find out more about the challenge. Here are the colours .... Soft Sea Foam, Very Vanilla, Rococo Rose ... and here is my card. Tips: The Birch background stamp was inked firstly with Soft Sea Foam and then Rococo Rose … Continue reading Hoot Hoot Hooray for the Color Challenge
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