It’s time for The Paper Players Challenge! Your task this week is to have Fun with Fabric! According to the Players’ definition of fabric, anything woven will qualify…ribbon, lace, crochet trim and more, as well as traditional fabric itself! As for me, I used all three patterns of the new Springtime Vintage Designer Fabric. I hope you enjoy my “Fabric Friends” card and the three fabric techniques that I am showcasing today!
The Stampin’ Schach Design Tips:
Technique One: Fabric with Adhesive Roll! To make the fabric Lattice, I simply ironed the adhesive onto the fabric and zipped it through the Big Shot with the Lattice Die. Next, I peeled off the transfer sheet, and ironed the Lattice onto Not Quite Navy card stock. The texture is phenomenol!
- Techique Two: Fabric Yo-Yo! Making yo-yo’s are a breeze when using the Big Shot and the 3″ Circle Originals Die! All it takes is a simple running stitch around the edge, pulled tight to pucker, and the yo-yo is complete! I topped mine with a Rose Red Big Designer Button and accented it with Always Artichoke and Rose Red Seam Binding and Victoria and Chantilly Crochet Trim.
- Technique Three: Tear and Fray! A 1-1/4″ strip of fabric was ripped from a larger piece. Using a needle to separate the fibers, I simply removed a few threads of fabric at a time to achieve the frayed edge. I then adhered part of the strip to the card, and with the remainder I made a simple bow which I attached with Mini Glue Dots.
- Glitz and Glam! A trio of Basic Pearls adorn the lattice, while a quartet accents the sentiment. A Trinket Key adds the finishing touch!
I hope you enjoyed today’s card. My favorite part is the fabric bow. Won’t you please leave me a comment and let me know what fabric element you like the best? And remember, if you ever have a question about the cards that I create or the techniques that I use, I am only an email away!
Hopefully Blogger has resolved the issues that have been a problem over the past few days. You can imagine how panicked I was when I went to check my blog Saturday morning, and it was gone!!! Can you say “Heart Attack”? Luckily the problem resolved itself around noon. Whew! Until next time…
Stamp Set: You’re a Gem (W 122268, C 122270); Inks: Not Quite Navy (103008), Soft Suede (115657); Card Stock: Rose Red (102544), Naturals Ivory (101849), Baja Breeze (111352), Always Artichoke (105119); Tools: Big Shot (113439), Lattice Bigz Die (115958), 3″ Circle Originals Die (122125), Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (119976), 1-3/4″ Scallop Circle Punch (119854), 1-3/8″ x 5/8″ Oval Punch (119863), 3/4″ x 15/16″ Oval Punch (120908); Glitz and Glam: Victoria Crochet Trim (118481), Chantilly Crochet Trim (118480), Always Artichoke Seam Binding (121000), Rose Red Seam Binding (121884), Linen Thread (104199), Springtime Vintage Designer Fabric (121817), Springtime Vintage Big Designer Buttons (122301), Basic Pearls (119247), Trinket Keys (121892), Big Shot Fabric Adhesive Roll (122194)
Absolutely Gorgeous Miss Ann! Of course using my favorite Lattice die really makes it a Wow for me as does the use of the fabric. I love cards that have unexpected textures and fabric definitely accomplishes that. All the different elements you made use of also really add to this cards appeal as well. Now if it was just a tiny tad smaller I’d be tempted to mount the whole thing on a pin and wear it – lol. As it is I’d settle for framing it to add a feminine romantic touch to my very utilitarian bedroom/office!
Hugs and thanks for sharing the inspiration once again. – Jean
Loved your card so much I featured it on my Sunday Favorites. Thanks for the fabulous inspiration!! Happy Stamping!
Oh my, your projects are just gorgeous! Thanks so much for your nice comment on my blog, too! 🙂
Ann, you are the only person who can put this much onto a card and have it all work so beautifully together. It really is gorgeous.
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jaydee
BEAUTIFUL card – thanks for the inspiration! It was really nice meeting you when you came down to AZ to Mary’s!
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Stunning card Ann! I love all of the fabric and ribbon you incorporated!
I LOVE the pearls too!! This card is so beautiful. I have been wanting the lattice die for awhile, I definitely think it will be on my next order!
wow ann I really like this card-there are so many beautiful elements on it-my fave is the fabric yo-yo. I just ordered some of this fabric so i am going to have to give it a try.
Absolutely STUNNING!!! I love the fabric and have to give this a go! XOXO
Your blog makes my day! You do such beautiful work. You are a true inspiration.
This is a wonderful card. My eyes were taken to so many areas, each one with great pieces of work.
Was this one as hard as it looks like it was? I’m so not thinking I could do this one, but wow it’s beautiful.
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wow! beautiful, now following from sc. hugz n blessings
Beautiful use of fabrics, Ann! I love the way you added ribbon to your flower yo-yo’s and the key is the perfect touch!
Gorgeous card Ann. Thanks so much for explaining the yo-yo flower. I’ve been reading all about them but no one else explained how to create one………definately will try thanks to you!
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Your card is gorgeous! I am never disappointed with your creativity! Congrats on your blog award – very much deserved. Happy stamping!
Leslie said … I had the extreme priviledge of getting to see this card in person over the weekend. I absolutely love the texture of the fabric and and lattice die sets it off. another of the many Schach masterpieces!
I just love the yo-yo flower. Everything just says beautiful on this card!!
Ann, you do not need for me to tell you haw beautiful your card is but I had to let you know it anyway. I can’t beleive how much fabric you used and in so many different ways.Your card is so beautiful and so inspiring.
Mary
Three words for your card. . .AWESOME, AMAZING, INCREDIBLE! This is a work of art. What a great idea to run the fabric through a cutter. It came out beautifully. All the detail on this card make it a true piece of eye candy for sure. Beautiful work! Best, Curt
Ann. This is my favorite card EVER. OMG. I love it!
Beautiful card Ann with the fabric. I just returned from the Regional in Vancouver with some great ideas that incorporate fabric. We had such a great time.
Oh my gosh, I didn’t even realize at first that the lattice was fabric! Love it! Especially with the touch of pearls. And, yes, the fabric bow is my favorite too! Incredibly creative card.
I do believe that this card combines the most elements of any I’ve seen. The fabrics, lace, ribbons, key charm, and all other elements come together so beautifully. There should be a prize for this. And everything blends so well.
You are so inspiring for me! I’ve been following you daily for a couple weeks! You are now on my top 5 list for daily blog checks! I’ve scraplifted a few things here and there…hope you take that as a compliment! Thank you!
Lynette
I am loving that yo-yo flower… very pretty card and so many details… another winner…lol
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Darlene-Joy
Fun way to use the fabrics, Ann! Lots of stuff to look at, touch and admire here!
This card is so lovely….. What a beautiful combination of techniques. Thank you for designing the Yoyo puff. It brought back so many wonder memories.
Wow, Ann! This is beyond fabulous! I have never played with fabric before and you shared some really great tips to try! I love the frayed bow and the iron-on technique best. (the yo-yo is adorable too, but I got scared when sewing was mentioned) Awesome card, as always! 🙂
Absolutely gorgeous card Ann! My favorite part is the fabric yo-yo with all its pleats and layers–lovely! Love how the lattice fabric pops against the navy–just beautiful!
Wow this is AMAZING. the details are mind blowing! So pretty from start to finish right down to the yo yo! The lattice background is great, never would think to do it out of frabric. Still waiting to get some fabric, haven’t ventured there yet. Ann this is Just beautiful.
Beautiful card as usual. I really like the idea and look of the fabric lattice die cut. Great idea.
love the fabric flower with the key, that is so cute.
Gorgeous! Again, all in the details! My favorite is the latice fabric on the blue and the touch of pearsl. I knew they had to be there someplace. All this fabric and minimal stitching with just the running stitch for the yo-yo piece. Great job! I know you punched out the oval and stamped friend and there are pearls but is that a flower cut out of the fabric or what is that? Or, did I miss something while reading and drooling – hey, I get it from the basset! Great job Ann!
Chris R. from Iowa
Hey Ann,
What a great job you have done, highlighting the fabric! It is on my list for sure! This card is stunning with all of its gorgeous details!
Wow, Ann! Where to start on this eye-popping card? First, the texture is amazing…all those layers of different texture give the card such a rich feel. Then, the harmonious color scheme draws you in. The pearls are perfectly placed, and then that sweet little key just sets brings it home. I can tell a LOT of work went into this card. And I LOVE it!
beautiful beautiful card, i love all the elements u did with the fabric, u have really outdone yourself on this one (as always). i always look forward to your creations. thanks for sharing
Lovely card. I like all your fabric elements.
Whoops…I meant fabric bow! 🙂
Beautiful!! Love that lattice and the flower bow!
I think my favorite element is the clean and simple look of the lattice. But, it was a difficult choice.
So pretty! You have the knack, my friend. 🙂
I have enjoyed working with you on the DT this month!!! I will miss all of you but I will continue to play along every week! I love this card and all 3 fabric elements! It must weigh a ton!
I really like that lattice die cut background. Very pretty card, Ann.
WOW! You did a great job! I really need to get to work. I have a pack of the two Christmas patterns and haven’t even touched them. Well, I did take them out of the package.
Blogger wouldn’t let me load you blog the other day either.
Thanks for sharing and I need to get to work!
Looks like we were on the same wavelength again this week! Although I love, love, love yours so much more with all of the beautiful elements you added 🙂 It’s been a great month working with you on The Paper Players!
This is beautiful Ann…I love how you used the fabric…and all the extra touches! It really makes this a special card to receive! 🙂
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I love the way you used fabric on this card and all
the details. Gorgeous card!!!!!
So beautiful!! Wow, what an awesome card! I love all the fabric elements but I think I love the yo you the best and the way you added so many little details! I am going to try making one of those! Thanks so much for sharing the different techniques!
For sure you had Fun with Fabric here – just Fabulous! I adore the perfectly tied Frayed bow – great challenge! I am oFF to check out the rest of your team’s Foray into Fabric!
So beautiful! Love every little element in this card. Fantastic job, Ann!
Beautiful!!! Love the yo yo! Gorgeous details and colors! Hugs,
I love how you used the lattice die with fabric and adhesive.Also the yo yo. The yo yo really tops the card off with the seambinding, button, key, and of course lace.
Beautiful card Ann.
Yvonne
Gorgeous!!! Love this challenge idea!
LOVE this card! There is no way to pick one of the fabric elements, they are all great.
The design of the card is really well balanced!