Today I am sharing a second card which I made using the Pals Paper Arts Challenge Colors of Rose Red, Whisper White and Wild Wasabi. I had received the Spiral Flower Original Die as part of my pre-order from the upcoming Occasions catalog. As a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, I love being able to pre-order! I could hardly wait to try it out. Although the result is not something which would ever be mailable, this makes a perfect card to hand-deliver to my sister on Christmas Day. I can also envision, the fabulous wreaths and nosegays I will be able to create with my new treasure. I hope you enjoy today’s card.
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This finished card measures 4-1/4″ wide x 5-1/2″ long.
- Rolled roses! Three Whisper White beauties were cut and rolled in a matter of minutes. For the smallest one, I only used part of the spiral, and tipped its edges with Rose Red ink. I adhered the trio into position with Sticky Strip.
- Little leaves! Wild Wasabi leaves were created with the Little Leaves Sizzlits. I resisted the urge to distress the edges with Wild Wasabi ink, but I think next time, in order to add more depth, I will.
- Pearls! Trios and singlets of Pearls are randomly scattered across the Whisper White background.
- That’s the ticket! “Christmas Wishes to You and Yours” nestles perfectly amidst the blossoms. The Ticket Builder Punch made the Wild Wasabi base for the sentiment ticket, which I paper snipped out.
Yikes! With just 12 days left before Christmas, I need to start working over-time! I have not started my holiday cards, nor have I baked any cookies or made any candy. Heaven knows I don’t need the sweets, but I know Brady will be disappointed if we don’t have some. I think I will probably have him help me make a batch of “Momma’s Candy”, and probably some white chocolate covered pretzels. For cookies, maybe some scotcheroos, oatmeal and raisin, chocolate chip, white chocolate macademia nut, and monster cookies. I must be hungry as I am writing this, because these are way too many cookies. I will need to narrow down the cookie list for sure! I would really love to make a batch of anise cookies, but I never have any luck with them. They turn out like little concrete pillows. Arghhh!
How do you like the new spiral flowers? They are gorgeous, but in all honesty, I would not want to use them on too many cards. However, for this specific recipient, they will be perfect. I know that my sister will display this card alongside the others I have given her. Imagine the possibilities with this die…wreaths, boxes, cake toppers, nosegays, Christmas ornaments and more! As always, your comments are important to me. Won’t you share your thoughts with me today? And remember, if you ever have a question about the cards I create or the techniques I use, I am only an email away. Until next time…
Stamp Set: That’s the Ticket; Inks: Rose Red; Designer Series Paper: Regals Designer Series Paper Stack; Card Stock: Wild Wasabi, Whisper White, Whisper White Core’dinations; Tools: Big Shot, Banners Framelits, Little Leaves Sizzlits, Spiral Flower Original Die, Ticket Builder Punch, Sponge Dauber, Paper Snips; Glitz and Glam: Pearls Basic Jewels
Love your flowers! Stunning card! And I haven’t baked a thing! LOL
Ann …. oh my goodness this is gorgeous! I love love love the flag patterns behind the blooms… very ‘eye popping’ for sure. The pearls remind me of gorgeous dew drops.
I am hoping make some cookies this weekend! So far behind on the holiday tasks this year. hugs.
That die really makes very pretty flowers for your card. I do have all of my cards done but haven’t addressed the large majority of them. My job for this weekend. As for baking cookies and making candy……not sure that is something that will get done here this year other than the recipe I got from you last year. 🙂
What a pretty card! Love these colors together! And those flowers are just beautiful, I love how you tipped the edges of one with color! I am getting overwhelmed with everything there is left to do and I’m retired! You’d think I’d have it all done by now! I’ll be making cookies sometime next week!
Definitely on my list! I’ve always had a love for rolled flowers! Enjoyed your card on Pinterest and thought I would stop in to say Thank you for such a beauty! Love your “quilted” pearl embellishment!
This one is really pretty too! The first one is my favorite though.
Absolutely Scrumtious!! This is a beautiful card with a cool new technique, must check it out! Love the pearl trios, it makes it so fancy!
Gorgeous doesn’t begin to describe this card. Love the roses and scattering of pearls.
I haven’t started baking yet either. Where does the time go?!?!?
An especially nice card. My mouth is watering after your list of Christmas goodies.
Your cards are so Amazing, Ann! Love the colors this week. Your cookie list made me hungry! I am just sitting down to do my Christmas cards, glad to know I am not the only one! Good luck to you and your to do list! Hugs!
So pretty and I love the edges! Your cookies and treats sounds as good as your card looks! That is saying a lot! Is the St. Paul’s Xmas cookie sale this weekend (across from the old library) They do a wonderful job on such a variety of cookies! Gotta run, I need to borrow a stamp to finish some cards up!
Chris R. from Iowa
gorgeous card Ann-your sister will love it for sure-all the pearls make for such a beautiful accent-I like this new flower die
wonderful, but not a card you’d want to mail, but hand deliver; TFS!
I haven’t finished sending my cards out either. I bet you are not alone in this. Love your card.
Shirl
Omgosh….lovin’ the flowers and the inked edges. So very pretty. The pearl placement is stunning. Love the little leaves, one of my many FAVES’s. Very striking against the DSP.
I would ruin a box mix. I miss my Mom and my Mom’s baking!!! No cookies for us!
Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful flowers, Ann! Your sister will love it!
Beautiful card Ann! The edged flower is particularly stunning, Your sister is a lucky gal!
Your card is stunning! Beautiful flowers!
Mmmmmmmmm.COOKIES…but that’s coming from a Cookie!..Love the card. Will have to try the flowers one day…
Wow! Love the flowers, another treat for us scrappers to try. Love anything new in this craft line. Thanks for sharing your lovely card. Enjoy them all.
Oh my gosh this is so pretty, Ann! I ordered the flower die too but haven’t had a chance to play with it yet. Thanks for the beautiful inspiration!
The flowers are gorgeous! Love how you dipped the edges! And yep I am overwhelmed by what there is to get done around here in the next two weeks!
WOW!!!! mmmmmmm cookies. Oops, sorry, got distracted. I love how you tinted the edges of that one rose, just gorgeous. Sometimes as a birthday gift, I make a photo collage and decorate it and then put it in a scrap book page frame – the roses might fit in one of them??? If you like anise and your pillows are concrete, try pizelles.
Ann, your card is Gorgeous and love how you displayed your pearls.
When I’m in a rush when it comes to making cookies; I make the non-baked ones. But I guess baking cookies makes the whole house smell nice plus with the oven on; helps warm up the kitchen as well.
Have a fun and enjoyable weekend
ColleenB.
Texas