I have always been in love with all things “vintage”. My home is decorated with vintage items that I have picked up here and there. Even my wedding dress was vintage-style! So I was thrilled when Stampin’ Up! released so many wonderfully designed vintage stamps and embellishments. Today’s card represents the first time that I have used the Bells and Boughs stamp set. It is also the first time that I have used the new Silver Tinsel Trim. This card was actually designed as a make-and-take for my last workshop, and the ladies did an excellent job!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:
- Dauber delight! To reinforce the vintage feel, the edges of all layers were stained using a Sponge Dauber and Soft Suede ink. I use Soft Suede because it is not as harsh as Early Espresso or Chocolate Chip.
- Spritz and smooch! Both the image and the sentiment were spritzed using the Color Spritzer Tool and a Crumb Cake Stampin’ Write Marker. The Always Artichoke layer was zipped through the Big Shot with the Petals-a-Plenty Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, and then smooched with Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz.
- Water spots! What could be more vintage looking than a few well-placed water spots? This stamp, from the French Foliage set, was inked in Soft Suede, stamped off once, and then stamped onto the sentiment.
- Chantilly lace! A snippet of Silver Tinsel is sandwiched between two rows of Chantilly Crochet Trim, while another snippet frames the Scallop Circle.
- Blender Pens and Inks! More Mustard, Always Artichoke, Cherry Cobbler, and Soft Suede inks are used to tint the Bell image from Bells and Boughs.
I hope that you enjoyed today’s card, and the River Rock, Cherry Cobbler and Always Artichoke color combination. I also hope that you find a useful tidbit of information or see a design element that spurs your creativity. And if you should have questions about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use, never forget that I am only an email away! Until next time…
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Stamp Set: Bells and Boughs (W 120831, C 121142—Holiday Mini), French Foliage (W 120845, C 121166—Holiday Mini); Inks: Early Espresso (119670), Soft Suede (115657), Always Artichoke (105219), More Mustard (103162), Cherry Cobbler (119669), Crumb Cake Stampin’ Write Marker (120967); Card Stock: River Rock (108640), Always Artichoke (105119), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Very Vanilla (101650); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Petals-a-Plenty Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (116824), Decorative Label Punch (120907—Holiday Mini), 2-3/8 Scallop Circle Punch (118874), 2-1/2″ Circle Punch (120906—Holiday Mini), Paper Piercing Tool (116631), Mat Pack (105826), Color Spritzer Tool (107066), Sponge Daubers (102892); Glitz and Glam: Silver Tinsel Trim (120994—Holiday Mini), Chantilly Crochet Trim (118480), Vanilla Shimmer Smooch Spritz (118772)
I too love the card. I do have one question – what did you use to adhere the tinsel? Glue dots?
Sue
I so love this card. I can’t wait to play with this stamp set. Yours is so beautiful. Hugs,
Oh, Ann. I love the tinsel. I was really drawn to ordering this, because it so reminds me of my childhood. Your card makes me wish I had.
Fabulous
hugs
jaydee
You and vintage are a perfect combination. Beautiful card! Lovin’ the tinsel!
This is fantastic Ann! I need to pull that embossing folder out more…gorgeous1 🙂
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Loving that tinsel peeking out from the scallop circle!
Striking as always! Love the style 😉
Ann–I love this card. The tinselly stuff around the scalloped circle is really effective–I’ve never seen anything done quite that way. Way to go!!
Jeanie
A perfect vintage holiday card! Tres belle – take a bough!
Aw….a door wreath in mini! Great Ann
Lovely vintage card! The tinsel is fabulous. ~Bonnie~
BEAUUUUUTIFUL!
Gorgeous, I just love it. Then again anythig Christmas and then make it Vintage well you got me. I love this color combination.
Beautiful job – but I’ve come to expect nothing less. You never disappoint. I love the embossing folder as a background.
Mike
Marvelous use of lace and tinsel. Your are the master of vintage! Hugs, M
Ann this card is so pretty as always. I love using daubers! They are my go-to tool when distressing. (until I get that spritzer). I am soooo happy you explained that stamp in the French Foilage. I have used it and didn’t even know it was a water stain! So cool…. now that I know. TFS
So elegant and a stunning use of the set, Ann. Bet those at your class loved making this!
Great choice of colors. I have that embossing folder and love it. Great Christmas card!
Your cards are so beautiful! I look forward to viewing your site daily!
Gorgeous! I love the rich colors and what a cool layout! XOXO
Very pretty Ann. love the color combo and the use of the tinsel. It reminds me of my Grandmother’s house when I was a little girl. She would have the tinsel hanging from the ceilings and around the door and of course on the tree.. I am actually getting into the Christmas spirit today.. I am getting ready to wrap some presents and make some tags… Thanks for your inspiration..
hugs
Darlene-Joy
absolutely stunning!
After all this time, you still leave me in awe!
Love n hugs.
Jo xx