For today’s Pals Paper Arts Challenge, based on an inspiration photo, I decided to just stay with the general idea of “Birds”. Sure…I thought about doing something fancy, like gold embossed birds. I thought about using one of my two stamps that have birds in cages (Chic Boutique and the Sale-a-bration set, Happy Moments). I even thought about using my Extra Large Two Step Bird Punch. However, in the end I selected a Hostess Level 2 Set which I have used very little, Wings of Friendship. After a Clean and Simple trend for the past few cards, I decided that I wanted to get a little “distressed” with today’s inspiration. So I pulled out my Sponge Daubers and Color Spritzer Tool, and set to work on my inspiration card, entitled “Distressed Bird for the PPA”. Have fun with today’s challenge!
The Stampin’ Schach Tips:
- Larger stamped images require larger card bases! Since the central image on this card is rather large, I elected to use a 5-1/4″ square card base. At this size, it slips easily into Stampin’ Up!’s square envelopes!
- Little details add up for big impact! The paper piercing around the Night of Navy Scalloped Oval; the Jumbo Grommet through which the ribbon is laced; the textured Photo Corners created with the Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Folder all contribute to the design elements of this card. Yet, they are created in the wink of an eye!
- Think outside of the box! The Scalloped Trim Corner Punched pattern paper, peeking from underneath the Large Photo Corner adds a touch of whimsey. While the tiny Regal Rose flowers stamped with the Eastern Blooms set and then snipped out with Paper Snips, add a pop of color to the Always Artichoke branch.
- Get dirty! Sponge Daubers, Close to Cocoa and Chocolate Chip inks are all it takes to add a vintage and distressed feel to any card. And never overlook the impact of the easy to use Color Spritzer Tool. For this card I used a Chocolate Chip Stampin’ Write Marker, and spritzed the Bella Bleu Designer Series Paper as well as the Very Vanilla card stock.
- Bitty Bows! Linen Thread bows are used to hold the ends of the Always Artichoke 1/4″ Grosgrain Ribbon together.
I once had someone tell me that they could never create a card like this. Well, guess what…it’s not hard! Time consuming, yes. Difficult, no! And as far as the time is concerned, the bulk of my time is spent coming up with the initial design. Once that’s in place, the rest is easy! And if you have never tried a more distressed look, go for it! Just grab your Sponge Daubers and Color Spritzer!
So, let me know what you think about today’s card by leaving a comment. And remember, if you ever have any questions about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use, I am only an email away! Now head on over to the Pals Paper Arts site and check out the other wonderful cards. Until next time…
Click Here to Order Stampin’ Up! 24/7Stamp Sets: Wings of Friendship (114308—Hostess Level 2), Eastern Blooms (111626); Inks: Close to Cocoa (103139), Chocolate Chip (100908); Stampin’ Write Markers: Close to Cocoa (100072), Regal Rose (105108), Always Artichoke (105116), Night of Navy (100069); Designer Series Paper: Bella Bleu (113974); Card Stock: Kraft (102125), Night of Navy (100867), Very Vanilla (101650); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Stampin’ Up! Perfect Polka Dots Textured Impressions Folder (117335), Large Oval Punch (107305), Scallop Oval Punch (114889), Scallop Trim Border Punch (118402), Scallop Trim Corner Punch (118870), Photo Corners Punch (109042), Corner Rounder (109047), Paper Snips (103579), Color Spritzer Tool (107066), Sponge Daubers (102892), Paper Piercer (); Glitz and Glam: Rich Regals Brads (106953), Antique Brass Jumbo Grommets (108431), Linen Thread (104199), Always Artichoke 1/4″ Grosgrain Ribbon (109035)
Beautiful card love the colors.
Of couse I love birds.
Sissy
What a beautiful card. The colors and the elements are just lovely!!
Wow, Ann…this is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! tfs
Okay Ann, you set the bar a little HIGH on this challenge!! ๐
Beautiful card!
Every inch of this card with such detail!! Fabulous!
Beautiful card! I really like the touch of blue. So pretty.
unbelievable attention to detail. love the rich palette! Hugs, m
Holy cow Ann! This is so full of color and life. It’s beautiful. My favorite details are the abundant flowers and that little piece of the corner punch. So very clever!
Wow, Ann! This is beautiful! I love the distressing and all the details! ~Bonnie~
Beautiful I expect nothing less! ๐
I love your card. It is so gorgeous. Those blue flowers are super… and my fav. *smile* Hugs,
Oh Ann, your card is absolutely gorgeous!I love all of the distressing and sponging that you did. Truly, this is a beautiful card.
Simply gorgeous !!!! love the colors and all the different details… You are so talented…
Gorgeous card, Ann! I love the paper punched with the Scallop Trim Corner punch peeking out from under the Corner punched piece! Such a clever idea and adds some really nice interest.
LOVE your design!!!
Great look Ann. It almost looks 3D!
Mike
Absolutely amazing! One of my all time favorites of yours – wonderfully detailed!
He’s a cutie pie! Your colors are fantastic!
Wow! I don’t know what to comment on first–the colors all together are beautiful; the design is gorgeous; and all of your embellishments are sensational! Terrific job on the challenge…once again!
This so wonderful, Ann. I love how you built this card. The colors are rich and vibrant. Beautiful! XO
Gorgeous Ann! Beautiful color combo, and of course…love those images! Love all of your details here!
This is definately a WOW moment! You must have spent hours on this card. Lots of elements, beautiful!