The Stampin‘ Schach Tips:
- Keep it simple, sweetie! Bright colors often work better with simple designs. Notice how these colors just “pop” off the Whisper White background!
- Distress for depth! Darker contrasting inks, applied with a Sponge Dauber, add depth and dimension to the blossoms and leaves.
- Punch-a-licious! Can you name the punches used in the creation of this floral fantasy? Did you guess Trio Flower, Boho Blossoms, and the Scallop Circle? And did you notice the small leaves from the Extra Large Two-Step Bird Punch?
- Sizzling Sizzlits! Stampin‘ Up!’s Little Leaves packs a punch for a small price!
- The Bold and the Beautiful! Summer Sun, Orchid Opulence, Lovely Lilac and Pumpkin Pie card stock were used to punch the flowers, while Old Olive was zipped through the Big Shot to form the leaves.
- It’s mambo time! Melon Mambo brings just the right contrast into the mix as a layer behind the textured Whisper White mat. The unexpected pop of color works perfectly.
- Glitz and Glam! Melon Mambo Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon, non-polka dot side out, and Pumpkin colored Circle Fire Brads complete the look!
I would like to thank Mary Fish at Stampin‘ Pretty for featuring my card on her blog today. I am fortunate to be a member of Mary’s Stampin‘ Pretty Pals. I have learned so much from Mary, not only in terms of artistic expression, but also in terms of mentoring my own downline. It is with pride that I am able to display the #1 Pretty Pals Recruiting Badge. There is still time for you to take advantage of Stampin‘ Up!’s Starter Kit Special and become a member of The Schach Pack, my downline group. Through March 31st, you will receive 15% off your choice of Stampin‘ Up! Starter Kits AND you will receive a bonus stamp set up to $47.95 in value. For more details, CLICK HERE. Receive the SPA treatment…become a Schach Pack Artist!
As always, I do truly appreciate your comments, so please let me know what you think of today’s card. And remember, if you ever have any questions about the cards that I make or the techniques that I use, that you can always EMAIL ME. Until next time…
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Inks: Really Rust (102549), Perfect Plum (101437); Card Stock: Old Olive (100702), Whisper White textured (108693—Neutrals assorted), Melon Mambo (115320), Summer Sun (103124), Orchid Opulence (100969), Lovely Lilac (100427); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Stampin‘ Up! Little Leaves Sizzlits (114511), Extra Large Two Step Bird Punch (117191), Trio Flowers Punch (109183), Boho Blossoms Punch (110711), Scallop Circle Punch (109043), Corner Rounder (109047); Glitz and Glam: Circle Fire Brads (109110), Melon Mambo 1/2″ Polka Dot Grosgrain Ribbon (115611)
Hi Ann,
This bright beauty perked me right up the minute I saw it. I’m sure Sissy will love her Easter Birthday Bouquet.
Love the bright colors and the collection of punches used (always love designs that use the tools I have – lol!).
Thanks for sharing the joy – Jean
I love this card…I love seeing ideas using SU punches..this card has so much *zing*…your sissy is blessed…
Deby
Love how the colors pop! Wow!
I called my older sister “sissy” too! Now I call my oldest daughter “sissy”. Too funny! The colors and shading in these flowers is just beautiful! Beautiful card. Congrats #1 recruiter!!
Oh its nice to be back to blogland (although I am missing the beach very much!) to see your beautiful creation! Sissy will love it! So bright and cheerful!
So Bright and Springyyyy. She’s going to love it. I always feel bad when a person’s birthday falls on a holiday, but this card is sure make her feel special. Love it.
Ann your card is gorgeous! I’m lovin’ all your bright and cheerful colors.
Pam~
Pretty card and beautiful colors!
Ann,
Of course I loved the beautiful birthday card.I’m so proud to have such a creative and talented sister.Of course you know how much I love my gardens and flowers.
Love,Sissy
P.S.
I must also share with your friends that Brady has always called me Aunt Sissy,
and I love it.
Very pretty and classy, Ann! Love the bright colors. It reminds me of a quilt I saw once. ~Bonnie~
Hey, Cam! You definitely need the Stampin’ Up! Little Leaves Sizzlits. I use mine all the time!
Beautiful card! The colors are so Brilliant! My son also celebrates his birthday on Easter this year. So “Happy Birthday” to your Sis.
Hooray for Sissy . . . she’ll love getting this jazzy and colorful card. I love how you sponged the edges. Hugs, M
Another beauty, Ann! I love those colors, so vibrant!
Wow ann is this card gorgeous and cheery and open and clear! I love once again the originality of your cards…off the edge and out of the box!!!! I’m sure your Sissy will just love it!!!!
I absolutely love this card. I can’t wait to try it for myself. Love the choice of colors and the “pop” effect!!
It’s beautiful and will bring a lasting bouquet to her home!
WOWZERS>……..gorgeous Ann..those colors just pop….this is truly fantastic! {SMILES}
Your card is beautiful. Even with no stamped image, you managed to bring out the blosoms beautifully. You are amazing. I am convinced that I need those leaves even though I already have the bird on the branch punch that has tiny leaves. What do you think?
Even when it is “not your style” you do a beautiful job! Love these flowers!
How pretty, bright and cheerful! You colors are beautiful. Your sissy is sure to love it!
Oh my, how I love those bright colors. They just bring the card to life.
Oh, wow, I can see how much Sissy inspires you! What a beautiful, beautiful birthday card! Happy birthday to your sister.
Ann your card is amazing. The shading you did on the flowers makes the flowers really POP – and the entire card looks SO LOVELY. What a special card for a very special sister. Thanks for sharing.
Such beautiful flowers… love those colors. Hugs,
Ann, your card is so beautiful and colorful I can almost smell there fragrance from here..lol I am sure Sissy will love it… I have to younger twin brothers and they have called me Sissy since that started talking. It is so special because they are the only ones who call me this… and that was about 36 years ago.
hugs
Darlene-Joy (Sissy)lol..