UDI Color Challenge -- Great for Fall!

Good morning, everyone, and Happy Tuesday! It's time for another color Challenge from Utah Divas International! And look at the color we have for you today!!!

I don't know about you, but these beautiful rugs from the Nieman Marcus catalog certainly inspired me. The colors are so rich and vibrant and contrast so lovely against the black!

With that said, here's what I created this week. These colors just shout fall to me so I created this simple, but lovely card using the Day of Gratitude Stamp Set. The colors (of course) are More Mustard, Riding Hood Red, Pear Pizzazz, Basic Black and just a touch of Naturals Ivory.

I used the Big Shot and the Square Lattice Impressions Folder for the great texture and embossing on the Basic Black layer. I also used the Ovals Die along with the Extra Large Decorative Label Punch and some Hemp Twine.

Now, before you start e-mail me, here's a quick tutorial on how I created that cool, shaped mat for the sentiment.  It's actually created using the Extra Large Decorative Label Punch. You will need to punch 3 labels of the same color for the mat. For demonstration purposes in my photos to the right, I used contrasting colors so you can see the placement better. Click on the small thumbnail photos to view them larger.

So, you punch three labels and line them up so they are tall on your desk.

Using SNAIL adhesive, run a line of tape along one edge of the first label and then line the second (middle) label up, matching the little rounded "humps" on the top and bottom. Make sure they are straight and even before pressing down to seal the adhesive. Remember, you will be using the same color for your labels.

Now, turn the assembled piece over and do the same thing with the remaining label, lining it up straight and square. And that's all there is to it. The finished label assembly is approximately 2 x 3", so it's a great solution when you need a large image to balance out your card. I found that using it this way, with the first and third labels on the top, produced the best result with fewer "seams" to show on your finished assembly. To finish the assembly, I used the medium oval from the Ovals Die and another Decorative Label punchie for the sentiment, and then added a quick bow fashioned from Hemp Twine.

Well, did I inspired you with both color and a new idea today? I hope so! I'm so grateful that you stopped by and hope you'll take a few moments to check out the Inspiration Cards that the UDI Design Team created for you as well. And don't forget, we want you to play along with our challenge by returning to the UDI site and leaving your links for your own creations!

Now, start stamping! (and have a great day!!!)

Comments

[Susan Z]

Love the card, Gretchen! And the very clever way to make the larger mat... I have to try that!!! Thanks for sharing!

[Renee Pudlas]

Wow, that is so cool. Thanks for the tip.

[Patricia Gessner]

Gretchen, this is a beautiful card and a very clever design. Thank you so much for sharing. Now I have another great card to make!!!

[diane oliver]

Wowzer! I LOVE your mat ldea. So clever. Now I have another reason to love the label punch!
thanks for sharing with all of us.

[Nola]

Gretchen--I love the idea of what you else we can create with the pretty new label punch. Your idea of adding more labels to increase the size & look is fantastic!
TFS--your talent and love for Stampin' with all of us. Hugs, N

[Jenn Seaver]

Thanks for the tip on using the punch. My punch is in the mail and I can't wait til it arrives so I can try your idea. Thanks for sharing.