Winter Post Blues

Hello everyone and welcome to another Saturday Sketch Challenge from the Stamping 411 Operators.

 

 

For this week's card I've teamed up the Winter Post Stamp set with the Northern Frost Decorative Strip, the Big Shot and a whole lot of glitter and cool Blues and Browns!

 

Look at all the glitter and shimmer on those beautiful snowflakes. Can you see it in the photo? Click to enlarge and it might show up a bit better. Here's my trick for glittering up these intricate snowflakes. Adhere Whisper White cardstock to the Big Shot Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets and cut it in 2" strips. These can then easily be run through the Big Shot, using the Northern Frost Decorative Strip. Punch out the snowflakes, carefully peel away the backing and you have a snowflake that is perfectly primed to be pressed into Dazzling Diamonds glitter. Use some Basic Rhinestones for even more bling and there you have it -- Beautiful, glittery, frosty snowflakes for all your Christmas and winter projects. If you're like me, you might want to make up a bunch of these and keep them handy in a little container so they're ready to go when you feel creative.

 

Okay, here's the measurements for my card this week:

1. Layer one -- Night of Navy Cardstock cut at 5.5 x 8.5", scored and folded to make your card base.
2. Layer Two -- Crumb Cake cardstock cut at 4 x 5.25". I stamped images from the stamp set, using Chocolate Chip and Crumb Cake ink and then inked the edges with Chocolate Chip ink. Attach ribbon across the bottom of this layer, using SNAIL adhesive to fasten to the back.
3. Layer Three -- Night of Navy Cardstock cut at 2.75" square.
4. Layer Four -- Baja Breeze Cardstock cut at 2.5" square.
5. Layer Five -- Whisper White Cardstock cut at 2.25" square. stamp image with Black Stazon ink and watercolor with reinkers and blender pens. Sponge the edges with Baja Breeze ink. Assemble layers 3-5 at attach to card with Stampin' Dimensionals. Attach snowflakes and embellish as desired.
6. Layer Six -- inside of card -- Whisper White cardstock cut at 4 x 5.25". I stamped snowflakes in the corner and inked the edges with Crumb Cake ink and then adhered one more glittered snowflake on top.

That's it! Pretty straight-forward and simple but oh so pretty! I really love the dark ribbon contrasting against the crumb cake background. Will definitely be using this color scheme again!

You'll want to be sure and check out the cards that the other Stamping 411 Operators have created with this week's sketch. There's some beautiful artwork waiting for your inspiration! And once you've completed your own project, we hope you'll revisit Stamping 411 and leave your linking information!

Have a great weekend, everyone and ... Happy Stamping!

 

 

 

Comments

[Lee]

I just love the colors and tone on tone you've done here Gretchen. It's lovely!

[Lorri]

Oh Gretchen, this card stopped me in my tracks! I have always loved this set! You did a beautiful job with your design and COLOR CHOICE~ LOVE IT! Thanks for sharing!

[crafty stamper]

Great card Gretchen. The colour scheme is wonderful for this stamp set - which is one of my favourite ones. Always love your cards.

[Anita A.]

Stunning card! Great tip!

[Chris in CO]

Gretchen, I love the stamp set you used but always come up with a blank mind when I get it out. Your card is perfect inspiration for me to get it out and use it this year! Plus, I just love the card. Thanks!

[Patti Chesky]

SO pretty! You and Robin must've been working in tandem this week!

[Kerin Sylvester]

Glitter and shimmer and rich colors...WOW!!

[Charlene Fairbairn]

I just bought this stamp set and I love your idea for it! This card is simple and so gorgeous. I can't wait to play with mine :)

[Julie Gearinger]

Love the richness of the colors used and an excellent job on the watercolor! The snowflakes are fabulous and the ribbon just adds to the elegance of this card Thanks again for sharing your talent!

[Selene Kempton]

Another gorgeous card Gretchen! I love the glittery snowflakes. Knock em dead tonight, i'll be thinking of you.

[Robin Merriman]

Gretchen, I love this stamp set so much and your card is just beautiful! Love all the details! And I agree, the dark ribbon with the Crumb Cake is gorgeous!

[tiffany bauer]

This card is just beautiful Gretchen!!!! This is my fav Christmas stamp set and I just love those snowflakes!!

[Debbie Pennock]

Your new card with the big red and white bow is so cute - thanks for your inspiration!