This sketch gave me the opportunity to use a piece of loved, older (aka hoarded) patterned paper and combine some different colors for a fall look.
I'm also joining the current Seize the Birthday challenge, where the toppings option is to use fall colors.
And here's my card...
After searching through my patterned papers, I came upon on old Basic Grey pad called Indian Summer. I chose this piece because I like the drama of the dark background and the inclusion of berry and pink colors along with yellow and orange. I found a half panel of Stampin' Up retired Merlot cardstock and matched it up with some Spellbinders Scilly cardstock, which to me kind of looks like a coral-orange color, both of which I thought they worked well together and with the BG paper.
Both the Merlot and patterned paper were cut down with the Spellbinders Playful Stitched Panels die and adhered to the Scilly background panel just in the middle of both sheets. This allowed me to gently bend up all the corners. The leaf and branch die cuts were from some unused leftovers, and I used an old SU stitched circle die onto which they were adhered. The foiled sentiment was added atop all of those layers, then the final touch was to add three gold confetti embellishments.
Thanks for visiting, I appreciate it. Please take a moment to head over to our challenge blog and check out the fabulous inspiration from the other DT members. The challenge will remain open until Friday, October 2nd at 3pm EDT. I hope you'll join us this week!
Stef
- Basic Grey Indian Summer patterned paper pad
- Spellbinders Playful Stitched Panels die
- Altenew Zero Waste Leaf Pattern die (leafy branch)
- Spellbinders Build-A-Wreath die set (branches)
- Spellbinders Fancy Sentiment Strips Betterpress plate and die
- Stampin' Up retired Stitched Shapes circle die
- Simon Says Stamp Carmel Corn embellishments
10 comments:
I can see why you were hoarding that patterned paper, it's gorgeous! I think this sketch was the perfect way to showcase it. Have a wonderful week!
Love the shape of your layered panels and the deep fall colors you've used! Pretty card, Stef!
That paper is stunning Stef - it's almost like an inking technique was used to create the pattern. I love the shape you chose for your panels too - I need to be more creative with my panel shapes I think!
I love that rich, warmly coloured paper. How right that it takes centre stage. The bobbly edges of the panels adds even more interest and that pretty cluster of foliage finishes the deal. :-)
That paper is stunning and a perfect background for your simple foliage and sentiment! Just gorgeous!
Gorgeous paper, Stef! What a stunning background it makes for the foliage! I LOVE the Playful Stitched Panels. What a great die!
Stef, this paper is GORGEOUS!!!!! I love it! I would hoard it, too! The shaped you used to cut your panels is perfect. This card will be loved by its recipient! I hope you have a great weekend, My Friend!
Love your deep colors of this card, Stef. That paper is gorgeous and I like the titled panel layout. Thanks for joining us at Seize the Birthday! Hugs my friend!
I'm still hoarding some Basic Grey myself but I don't remember this one. It is absolutely perfect for this challenge!!!! I just love the deep depth of your colors. Thanks so much for playing with Seize the Birthday my friend!
Stef, I can see why you hoarded that paper - it's gorgeous. I am so glad the sketch gave you the perfect excuse to use it! I love the addition of the white and gold, it lifts the other colors and pops. Fabulous use of the sketch
hugs
jaydee
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