Yes, I am still using that beautiful new embossing folder, Petals-a-Plenty. This time I have used Shimmery White cardstock as the base for the embossing. A bit difficult to see the shimmer in the photo, but it is definitely here IRL. Once again, I have used Iridescent Ice embossing powder on the tree. I created … Continue reading Shimmery Petals
Category: Occasion
Wreath Petals
The uses for the embossing folders are many and varied. I have used them to make embossed frames, but that was all. During some recent 'surfing' Tami showed how to use these folders for partial embossing. My first attempt uses the Petals-a-Plenty folder to create a wreath. I love the effect it has made. I … Continue reading Wreath Petals
Petals-a-Plenty
Check out this cute embossing folder called Petals-a-Plenty. It is perfect for Christmas cards. Here I have used it for the card background and again over the main image. You can see the fine detail here. For the sentiment, I used the Petite Pennants Builder Punch to create the 'pennant', and added some home made … Continue reading Petals-a-Plenty
Monochromatic Happiness Shared
Another challenge from Splitcoaststampers, this time it is a CAS (Clean and Simple) sketch challenge. As I love the monochromatic look, I followed the sketch using Concord Crush cardstock and ink. What do you think? Enjoy
No Stamping Allowed
No stamping allowed! This is the technique lover's challenge on Splitcoaststampers this week. Take a look at what I created. It was so tempting to pick up a sponge to highlight the frame around the rub on sentiment. In the end, I followed the challenge and am very happy with the result. Recipe: Cardstock: Marina … Continue reading No Stamping Allowed
Starry Night
Today I am participating in a challenge on the Less is More site. This site promotes clean and simple cards and shows that you don't need lots of layers and embellishments to produce a beautiful card. The challenge this week has the theme 'Stars'. This brings to mind celebrations such as birthdays and Christmas. My … Continue reading Starry Night
Lavender Thoughts 