Hi Everyone. Happy Saturday. I hope it's warmer where you are than here 🙂
The fabulous and talented Nance has a theme challenge for us this week. It's a great challenge, as so many of us battle with these types of cards. I know I do.
I knew that I wanted to go with something floral. However, when I looked through my (not inconsiderable) stash of stamps, I realized that I didn't have what I wanted. Mmm…. How could that be? I mean, seriously, I've been crafting for 7 years, how could I not have what I wanted for a sympathy card????? So, I had to get creative!
I found some DSP that I have had for yonks and never used. It was the muted color that I was looking for, but…. it needed a little something! My Stampin' Up! markers were exactly what I needed.
So, here's what the DSP looked like before I used it on my card
It's beautifully embossed with clear embossing powder, but it really needed something. So, I cut a little piece to play with
Yes… that's more like it! BTW – this does not work with Copics. Copics are wonderful, and you all know that I love an excuse to use them. However, because of the structure of the alcohol markers, they cover everything and color everything. In this case, I wanted the embossed area to remain uncolored – that's why you need the water based markers!
Here's my card:
I love how subtle the markers are on the kraft base. The white flowers tie into the white sentiment and the white mat layer. You all know I love things in threes! Teeny Tiny Wishes was the perfect set for the sentiment. It really is one of my favorite sets! In the end, I was very pleased with the overall card.
Now, we hope that you will play along with Nance's challenge and don't forget to check out the fabulous inspiration cards the design team have for you.
The Paper Players Design Team
Have a wonderful Sunday
hugs
Jaydee
Card recipe – all ingredients Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:
- Card stock: Bravo Burgundy, Very Vanilla
- DSP: Natural Composition
- Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes (sentiment)
- Inks: Bravo Burgundy, Cherry Cobbler, Elegant Eggplant, So Saffron, Pretty in Pink, Pear Pizzazz
- Accessories: Embroidery twine (non-SU)
11 Responses
Just beautiful Jaydee! So soft and serene. The touches of white are a perfect match.
Oh my goodness. A new way to use DSP. This is gorgeous and such a simple technique. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, great way to highlight this paper, which is gorgeous in its own right, but you’ve made it even better! Love the colors you chose….I might have to demo this technique at my next stamp club! Soft and beautiful sympathy card…perfect!
Love how your colored the background, Jaydee. I never would have thought to do that. It came out beautifully. And I had to laugh when you said you couldn’t find the perfect stamp. I have plenty, and that happens all the time! Never enough stamps!
What a stunning card and technique, Jaydee. So beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing it. P.S. Don’t you love the snow? I do!
Beautiful, Jaydee! Such a comforting color palette. I love everything you have done with this gorgeous paper.
What a soothing and comforting card. And, what a creative way to use the DSP–you are so good at thinking outside the box! :o)
I hope you’ve had a restful weekend. :o)
Hugs!
P.S. Hiya, Lou! :o)
This is such a pretty card with a very creative technique!
Oh my goodness, Jaydee…I had the exact same paper on my desk to create my card this week. But I felt like ti needed more and didn’t use it. Then I saw your card!! LOVE the detail you added! Thanks for the inspiration, once again, my friend! 🙂
Wow, I thought the gorgeous background paper came that way! What a fabulous technique with stunning results. Perfect colors for this challenge…a truly lovely sympathy card, my friend. Thanks for making my challenge look good! ((hugs))
It’s hard to believe that there are no layers. Your coloring gives the card so much depth. Beautiful!