If bling is your thing, today’s card may just fill the bill. It’s easy and fun, with a layout that can be used again and again! Yummy Cherry Cobbler and Night of Navy pair up with Whisper White to form a patriotic trio!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:
- Don’t be random stamping dysfunctional! With one firework image from the Fourth of July set inked in Night of Navy, and another inked in Cherry Cobbler, this cheery fireworks display can be created in a matter of minutes! The key to perfect random placement is to begin near the center of your paper and move outward towards the perimeter. And remember…the design will be more pleasing if you stamp a few images off of the edge! Random isn’t always really random!
- Three is key! An elementary principle of design is that odd numbers are pleasing to the eye. Three stars and three Circle Fire Brads illustrate this perfectly. Try it with only two and see the difference for yourself.
- When using smooth card stock, texture adds interest! With the Square Lattice Embossing Folder, it can be added in seconds.
- Complete with a pleat! I make my pleated ribbon using the non-sew method with Sticky Strip and Glue Dots. Try this simple method:
1. Lay down a piece of Sticky Strip. Adhere your ribbon.
2. Form your pleat, and hold in place with a Mini Glue Dot.
3. Form the next pleat over the top of the glue dot, and just keep repeating!
This quick and easy pleating method works well with both Satin and Grosgrain ribbons.
The Fourth of July stamp set is featured in the Summer Mini catalog. Think of the adorable birthday cards one could make with stars, fireworks and firecracker candles. And if bling is not your thing, check out my Americana card using this set.
There is still time to upload your patriotic card to the Pals Paper Arts challenge. If you have not checked out the adorable cards that have already been uploaded, head on over. And there is still time to take advantage of my Retired Stamp Sale. This list is updated as sets are sold.
As always, I do appreciate your comments, so please be kind and say “hi”! And don’t forget that if you ever have any questions about the techniques that I use, I am just an email away! Enjoy your holiday weekend! Until next time…
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Stamp Set: Fourth of July (W 118523, C 120063—Summer Mini); Inks: Cherry Cobbler (119669), Night of Navy (102977); Card Stock: Night of Navy (100867), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Whisper White (100730); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (119976), 1-3/4″ Scallop Circle Punch (119854), 1-3/8″ Circle Punch (119860); Glitz and Glam: Real Red Satin Ribbon (117286), Circle Fire Brads (109110)
Thanks so much for the ‘how-to’ on pleating the ribbon – I’ve never thought to add the glue dot in there! 🙂 tfs
so pretty! I love the look of the pleated ribbon, have not tried it yet. Looks easy enough, thanks! 🙂
Ann, we were obviously playing together in a parallel universe this weekend. Not only did we both use Inspired by Nature, but I did a card using this technique, too! 🙂
Love the brads in the middle of the starts! With the satin ribbon, it really creates a rich looking card.
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jaydee
Awesome card! I love all the beautiful detail, especially the ribbon. A very festive card.
Maureen
Just beautiful. Your cards are always stunning!
This is a great card – I love everything about it!
This is absolutely stunning. Thanks for the tips on the ribbon treatment. I have been wanting to try it!!
Hope your 4th was wonderful!!
Love the card! That’s very festive!
I adore the tutorial! Thanks for posting that!
Beau-ti-ful! I did not look twice at this set before but you bring it to life!
Stellar tips, Ann! Thank you for the bling–perfect for the 4th!
Just gorgeous, and a great tutorial, Ann! Happy 4th!
Super card, Ann! Happy 4th of July! I hope we escape the rain for today!
This is gorgeous! Happy 4th of July! Thanks for the tip on the pleating – I was having a hard time with it but you make it seem easy!
Oh, now I wish I had gotten this set!!! Beautiful card, Ann. I love the Cherry Cobbler with patriotic colors and of course, the bling!
This is so cute! Love it!
Thanks for sharing your ribbon folding tutorial! 🙂
chanda
I appreciate the tip about random stamping beginning in the middle. For whatever reason I would always beging in a corner. Good to have a ‘plan’ for randomness!
Great card! Love the pleated ribbon – and I love stars, so anything with stars makes me happy 🙂
Beautiful job, Ann! Love the dark red of the Chery Cobbler. Also great info on the ribbon pleating!
Thanks,
Mike
I love the bling thing, too. Thanks for the tutorial on the ribbon. When I tried previously, I missed the step about the glue dot. Thanks. M
Now this is awesome!!! I don’t mind receiving a belated 4th of July card at all. You have my address, right?
I love your bling, the colors, the layout, everything!!! Love that ribbon, would of never thought of doing it that way… you make things seem so easy. Hugs,
Ann, what a gorgeous card for our nations birthday. I love your Bling and your ribbon instuctions are the bomb. I was courious how that was done. I wanted to do it on mine I submitted to the OWH blog tour. You should check it out, alot of fun going on.
Such a beautiful card… I always wondered how to make the ribbon like that… now I know…lol thanks Ann for the instructions I am going to try this one myself…
happy 4th of July to ya!!!
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Darlene-Joy
Love the bling, Ann. Thanks for the instructions on pleating ribbon. Happy 4th!
A wonderfully festive card. So pretty.