I kept fighting with myself over which of the three samples given for IC 132 would be the one that inspired me most. I loved this one, and envisioned multiple layers of clear embossing powder and a cracked finish. However, I was not inspired to drag the embossing stuff out tonight. (I started this a bit late) The one I chose kept catching my eye. With more time, perhaps I would pull out some Pearl Ex. But again... it was late.I thought immediately of dry embossed metallic paper. Haven't looked at the gallery yet, but I would bet several others thought of this, too. Either that or inking the Cuttlebug folders to get the color effect.
I went for a softer feel with my card. I popped up a few of my square pieces to coincide with the inspiration piece. I just love silve
r and blue together. I placed vellum behind the silver pieces to soften the interaction between the silver metallic pieces and the Soft Sky base.
r and blue together. I placed vellum behind the silver pieces to soften the interaction between the silver metallic pieces and the Soft Sky base.The ribbon was my final decision. I simply wrapped it rather than worrying about a knot or bow. I didn't want it to take over the card.
Size: 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches
Paper: SU! Soft Sky, silver metallic, and white vellum
Stamp: SU! Amazing to Zany
Embossing: Cuttlebug folders
Metal frame: SU! Hodgepodge Hardware
1 comment:
I think I could make cards inspired by that catalog for weeks ... this one is fabulous ... I love the soft vellum and clean lines.
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