I challenged myself to use a color I haven't used in a LONG time. In fact, the stamp pad I have in this color looks brand new....that's how little I've actually used it.
So Saffron......how little we know of each other.
I decided it was high time to pull this color out and experiment with it.
Kraft cardstock is another item I've been using more after having put it away for a long time. It coordinates so well with so many colors, I don't know why I don't use it more. Perhaps it's because I go in phases with colors and items.
As with yesterday's card, I'm trying to go for simple design, clean lines and graphic appeal. Kitchen Sink Stamps line of stamp images are great for these characteristics. Many of Maria's designs are very bold and graphic and I really like that!
I used a Kraft cardstock base for this card. Then I used a So Saffron cardstock for my next layer. I used the Playful Ovals set and stamped one of the curved swirl images (the set comes with 2 of them) in each corner with Versamark ink. I embossed them with clear embossing powder so that they'd retain the So Saffron color, but a little bit darker.
I embossed the flower oval and the words, "mr. and mrs." (from the Never a Loss 4 words set) on glossy cardstock and then embossed them with clear embossing powder. I sponged over the flower oval with So Saffron ink but left the middle of the oval to sponge over with Creamy Caramel ink so that it would tie in with the color of the Kraft cardstock.
I used my Coluzzle cutting system with the oval template to cut out the flower oval, mounted it on Kraft cardstock and then used a pair of scalloped edge scissors to trim around it. A piece of Ivory grosgrain ribbon was run across the So Saffron cardstock and the oval was mount on top with pop-dots.
To add both "bling" and dimension, I used some orange and brown toned Dew Drops from the Sunflower Collection (at Kitchen Sink Stamps). All these little beauties need is a Mini Glue Dot on the back and they're stuck down for good!
I just got these in the mail yesterday and was so excited to break them open and use them! I also got the Hydrangea Collection and am already dreaming up ideas for how to use these.
It's off to bed for me.....I have a big day tomorrow. The Paper Bag Trilogy Tutorial CDs are getting the finishing touches and are scheduled to ship out in tomorrow's mail. Then the To-Go kits start getting put together. I better get some sleep!
Happy Creating!
-Stampin' Mama
Wow this is different. I love the colours and the deign, very pretty :) TFS.
Posted by: SUE | March 26, 2008 at 01:52 AM
Why that's perfectly sweet and lovely!! I love the look of the wreath! I haven't used the Saffron color much either......it really is a soft and elegant color!
Posted by: LuvLee | March 26, 2008 at 03:31 AM
Oh, I love Saffron! This card is just plain gorgeous! Love the dew drops in the flower border :)
Posted by: MelissaS | March 26, 2008 at 12:16 PM
This is beautiful. If I could afford the luxury of purchasing stamps of other companies, I do believe YOU could sell me on stamps made of twigs and rocks!! :) Your talent is awe-inspiring.
Hugs, Lourin
Posted by: Lourin | March 26, 2008 at 05:03 PM
Oh Erika you beat me! :) I was just looking at my Playful Ovals today thinking I needed to make something with it - I had those very images in my hand!! LOL!! Your card is wonderful - love all the extra touches!
Posted by: Julie Masse | March 26, 2008 at 07:16 PM
I love the very explicit details and explanations in your posts of even the simplest designs, you provide endless inspiration for me when my brain has dried up from cardmaking so thank you for the work you do!
Posted by: sara nunn | March 26, 2008 at 09:36 PM
What a unique card for a couple! The colors just SPEAK to me! Love the "Mr. and Mrs." stamping craze that is going on these days...the cards all look so great! And the dew drops? Priceless!
Kim
Posted by: Kim Marie | March 27, 2008 at 08:07 PM
Your card is lovely Erika. I love the colors and the softness of your card.
Mary
Posted by: Mary C. Anderson | March 28, 2008 at 05:27 PM
I don't think I ever think about picking So Safron as the main color... but your card is lovely and you have inspired me to try this color combo myself! :D Love the softness too!
Posted by: Maria from Kitchen Sink | March 28, 2008 at 10:30 PM