A cluster of oranges and blossoms grace the front of a Clean and Simple “Fruit” card. The image is so lovely – I can I almost smell the blooms and taste the sweetness. It’s Sunday and time to play with The Paper Players.
This week, sweet Claire is hosting our monthly Clean and Simple challenge. Her theme: Fruit! This was such a fun challenge for me and my clean and simple fruit card came together quickly. I can’t wait to see what YOU create. But remember, this is a CLEAN and SIMPLE challenge. Before you run off to gather your stamps, papers, and inks, keep in mind that when The Paper Players use the term “clean and simple”, we mean cards that:
Have minimal layers and embellishments
Have plenty of open space
Are simple and uncluttered
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I love Stampin’ Up!’s Mediterranean Blooms designer series paper, especially the pattern featuring these oranges. When I saw Claire’s challenge, I knew I wanted to feature them. A piece of Basic White paper was embossed with the retired Crosshatch embossing folder. I then matted it onto Lemon Lolly cardstock and layered it onto a “frame” I created with Garden Green cardstock and the retired Stitched So Sweetly dies. The Mini Corrugated 3D embossing folder was used to give bold texture to the card base. All that was left to do was to adhere the fussy cut oranges to the panel. The “hello” sentiment is from the Wonderful Thoughts stamp set. A trio of green rhinestones I found in my stash adds the perfect bit of sparkle.
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Ann, such a wonderful use of this gorgeous DSP and I love it paired with the stripes. Fabulous
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jaydee
Fussy cut like a pro there Ann – those oranges really do look good enough to eat! I love the pop of colour from the frame against the white too. And the corrugated EF – yep, a winner!
Two embossing folders really add that special touch. This suite is one of my favorites, especially the citrus accents. You gave this card that special touch, Ann
I love this. This paper has been in my stash since it came out and I haven’t used it yet! I think you inspired me to get it out.
Ann…what amazing DSP! Just gorgeous and you highlighted it perfectly with the background and embossed panel. Love it!
Elegant, tasteful and delicious looking as well! I like the gorgeous fruit but the colour of the border really brings out the colour while the subtle embossed background adds the interest and elegance. A lovely card, Ann!
Mmmm, I can smell those luscious fruits all the way here in PA! I keep forgetting to use my corrugated folder…it really gives the background a pop!
Ann, this is fabulous!!! I love the embossed background and those oranges are so beautiful and realistic! Your fussy cutting is amazing! Your card is CAS perfection! Thanks so making my challenge shine!
Beautifully done.
By the way, How is Nerve doing
What a fun card!!! Just so happens I have all the items for this so it’s going in my ideas folder!!!
Your card is so classy and sophisticated Ann. I love the gently crimped background and the pretty oranges that you fussy cut so expertly. Beautifully done!
Love the colors!
Beautiful card, Ann!