Today’s card has a technique I haven’t used in a while, “ink to block.” It’s fun to do, and will always give you a slightly different look. I began with the H Clear Block, and colored it with the Pretty Peacock Ink Pad, spritzed a little water, and stamped it on Basic White Cardstock, 4″ X 5 1/4″. The same was repeated with Lost Lagoon Ink, and stamped as shown. A third color, Pool Party was used with the G Clear Block.
Ink to Block Technique
After stamping, I embossed the layer with a Basics 3D Embossing Folder, available in Online Exclusives. Then, I stamped “Joyous” (Joy Of Noel Stamp Set) in Pretty Peacock Ink, and glued the layer to a Pretty Peacock card base, 8 1/2″ X 51/2″, folded at 4 1/4″. I usually stamp a sentiment before embossing, and was happy it came out okay in the reverse order.
Next, I created the word, “NOEL” using a Joy Of Noel die and More Dazzle Specialty Paper.
To give the letters dimension, I cut a piece of Foam Adhesive Sheet the same size as the More Dazzle Paper, adhered them together, placed the “NOEL” die on top of the More Dazzle Paper, and ran them through the Stampin’ Cut and Emboss Machine. Then, I removed the letters, leaving the backing intact until I was ready to attach them to the card front.
To complete the design, I used a Joy Of Noel die to cut a branch from Basic White Cardstock, and glued it in place. And, the final touch was adding three Rhinestone Basic Jewels.
I was inspired by Freshly Made Sketches.
The Seasonal Sale has ended, but the Last Chance Products promotion, from the September-December 2023 Mini Catalog, begins Tuesday, November 21. On the 21st, I will have a pictured list of the discounted products, and the remainder will be available at regular price, as long as supplies last, until January 3, 2024. A few products will carry-over, and remain at regular price.
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Congrats Su on being a princess at FMS…Beautiful card!
Thank you, Melissa! The sketches are always inspiring!
Love the texture and artsy feel of this design, Su! Thanks for playing along with us at FMS this week.
Thank you, Jacquie! I was thrilled that it was chosen as a winner!
Such a great card Su! I love the texture of the card and the Noel! That sparkle is fantastic! Perfect for Christmas! Thanks for joining us this week at Freshly Made Sketches!
Thank you, Jen! This was a fun sketch challenge!
What a beautiful card. And a technique I haven’t tried before. Thanks!
Thank you, Velma! You’ll have to give it a try!
Such a cool technique!
I will have to give this idea a try.
Thanks Su
Thank you, Connie! Have fun giving it a try!
Love that technique and it worked perfectly with the sketch! Beautiful holiday card! Glad you joined us at FMS!
Thank you, Linda! Always happy to join FMS!
I love this technique, Su. It certainly makes a beautiful card. I’m sure the Dazzle DSP makes it shine in person. Enjoy your day!
Thank you, Hilda! Yes, love the shine of the More Dazzle Paper!
How pretty. And your grandbaby is growing so fast.
So cute too
Thank you for sharing
Thank you, Mary Katherine! Yes, she is growing TOO fast!
That’s beautiful! Love it and appreciate you sharing.
Thank you, Debbie! I’m so glad you like it!
Very pretty card with the ink to block technique. TFS
Thank you, JoAnn! I’m happy to share!