I actually ended up making three different cards for this challenge but decided this was the best of the bunch.
Not too long ago I'd purchased this leafy die set and loved how it filled an entire A2 card. I started by die cutting the large die from both peacock and white cardstocks, then layered them up for a small bit of dimension. The berries were cut from red glitter cardstock and adhered to the larger image.
A panel of white was then lightly ink blended with a color very similar to the peacock cardstock. When the ink dried, the big leafy image was added to the panel, which was then glued to the card base. The sentiment was die cut from matte gold metallic cardstock and then adhered to the vellum shadow die. I'd used double sided adhesive on the back of the vellum before die cutting, which isn't visible from the front and made it a snap to adhere to the card front. The last step was to add some gold pearls.
It would be wonderful to have you join us this week! The challenge will remain open until 3pm ET Friday 12/13. I do hope you'll be able to carve out a bit of crafty time for yourself this busy holiday season and play along with us, but before you do I encourage you to use the link above to see the fabulous cards by talented teammates have created for your inspiration!
This will be the final challenge of the year for The Paper Players and we can't tell you how much we appreciate your participation this year! I hope you have a joyous holiday season and come back to see us on January 12th for our first 2025 challenge!
Thanks for visiting. Happy holidays and take care!
Stef
- Simon Says Stamp Abundant Leaf Background and Merry & Bright dies
- Concord & 9th Peacock, Altenew Brillian Red Glitter and SSS Matte Gold cardstocks
- Honey Bee Stamps mixed pearls
- Altenew Teal Tempest ink
7 comments:
This is gorgeous, Stef! The blended panel is a lovely backdrop for the amazing leafy die cut. The bold gold sentiment and gold pearls adds a touch of elegance. Thank you for showcasing my challenge colors so perfectly! Happy holidays!
Pretty card, Stef! Love the gold/vellum sentiment!
Another marvel! Although the die looks magnificent all by itself, it's the additional details such as the softly sponged background and the vellum backing of the sentiment that really make it rock. Merry Christmas to you and your family! :-)
Stef... love the all-over die cut and your colors!! That merry & bright sentiment is so versatile. Have a phenomenal holiday!
Hmmmm. double sided adhesive on the back of the vellum, what a great idea! This whole card is fabulous! All the details are amazing, and I can't wait to try that adhesive idea the next time I use vellum! Gorgeous!
Stef this is gorgeous! What a lovely die and the red glimmer berries just sparkle. The addition of that gold-on-vellum sentiment and metallic pearls are the perfect finishing touch. A beautiful festive card - merry Christmas to you!
WOW! This is gorgeous Stef! I love the blended background and these fabulous This fabulous leafy die is amazing! I love it in Pretty Peacock! The gold sentiment on the vellum just pops. SO elegant and classy! Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas and May God Bless you in the New Year!
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