Sometimes you just need an "over the top," layered, shimmery card.
This was my favorite card we made in last night's class. I think that the ladies liked that it looked complicated, but actually went together rather quickly.
For the background, I chose the Woodgrain stamp. With this large stamp lying on its back, pat the stamp using Soft Suede ink. Gently cover the stamp with the folded Soft Suede card stock. Press very gently in random spots to get the soft, partially-stamped look on the background.
After adhering the DSP strips to the front of the card, attach the Summer Starfuit leaf (Gently Falling). Then it's time to work on the focal point.
Stamp the "THANKS a bunch" sentiment (Friendship Preserves) in Midnight Muse ink onto the same color card stock. Then die
cut this image using the Window Frames Framelit.
Attach the Cajun Craze and Soft Suede leaves at the bottom, then punch a hole in the corner. Adhere the Crochet Trim to the back, and attach an Antique Brad through the hole.
Use several Dimensionals to adhere your focal point to the front of the card.
The last step is to spritz the whole card front with a "Shimmer Mist." This looks
sooooo much better in real life - a photo just doesn't do it justice :(
To make the Shimmer Mist, mix rubbing alcohol and a few drops of Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint in a travel sized spray bottle or Stampin' Spritzer. Be sure to cover your spritzing area completely so you don't end up with a shimmery table ;)
I'll bet you know someone who would love to get something pretty in the mail... a one-of-a-kind "over the top" card might be just what they need :}
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