Sunday, November 15, 2009

with gratitude


A quick post from me tonight.  You may have seen this card on Nichole's blog today.  I created it using the new Turning a New Leaf stamp set.  You all know I love making my own patterned papers.  This set is just perfect for that.  I cut a piece of vintage cream cardstock and randomly stamped one of the leaf images.  Then, I added some pink flowers (from Beautiful Blooms stamp set) and sponged antique linen and tea dye distress inks (from Ranger) around the edges.  I distressed the edges and sewed around each side.  Then, I stamped the sentiment (from Spiral Bouquet) on vintage cream cardstock I had cut into an oval using a nestability die.  I sponged the edges with ink, distressed the edge and added some stitching and a sweet blush mat.  I added a little ribbon, some pearl brads, and assembled my card.

Have a great night!

Niki

Recipe
Stamps: Turning a New Leaf, Beautiful Blooms, Spiral Bouquet (Papertrey Ink)
Cardstock: vintage cream, sweet blush (Papertrey Ink)
Ink: dark chocolate, spring moss, sweet blush (Papertrey Ink), antique linen distress ink, tea dye distress ink (Ranger)
Accents: sweet blush stitched ribbon (Papertrey Ink), pearl brads (American Crafts)
Tools: sewing machine, edge distressor, sponge applicator, oval nestability dies (Spellbinders)

26 comments:

Hanneke said...

Beautiful card! Love the sentiment!
TFS!!

Maureen said...

Absolutely beautiful!!

Melissa F. said...

What a beautiful card. Loved it when I saw Nichole's post yesterday.

snarflemarfle said...

I thought this card was beautiful when Nichole posted it! I absolutely adore the background paper you made. Can't wait to play with my new sets when they get here!

Angela Sowell said...

Nikki, this is so beautiful.. Love all the soft colors and the added distressing..

Jilleen said...

What a beautiful card. I just love it. Such soft colors. Thanks for sharing.

Lacey said...

This is gorgeous!! I love the beautiful soft colors! And the ribbon accent is awesome!
~Lacey

Alyssa S said...

So feminine and beautiful! It was instantly saved to my little folder for inspiration...thanks ;o)

Michele aka Derbylea said...

Hey Niki! This one is a beauty! Nice work!

Nancy N said...

What a pretty card, I love the soft color combination and the distressing ink giving it a little vintage feel.

Elizabeth S. said...

This is so pretty!! Love your layout and color scheme.

Velta said...

Your paper is gorgeous and I cannot believe you made it yourself...girl you really know how to make magic!!! Love the design too!

Nerina said...

Love, love, *LOVE* this card. It's one of those cards you sit and look at for a long time because it makes you feel so good! Thanks for sharing it!

Geny said...

This is so so pretty Niki! The patterned paper you created is just perfect!

Michelle Polizzi said...

Nikki, what a pretty card! I am in awe of your creativity! You totally inspire me! TFS!!!

karen q said...

This card is gorgeous. Love the colors, the pattern, everything. So glad I ordered that set. Can't wait for my goodies to come. As always, thanks bunches for sharing your talent with us.

Kelly said...

Oh goodness Niki, this is gorgeous! So soft and pretty!!

Michelle said...

Wow!! Gorgeous!! Love the colors!

jen shears said...

This is SO gorgeous! :)

Harriet Hensley said...

You card is mouth dropping beautiful....WOW

Adela said...

Oh, Niki, this is probably my favorite of your creations. I think it's beautiful. Hope you're doing well! XOXO

Terri Moore said...

Love it! When I saw this card in the gallery on release night it really caught my eye.

Danielle said...

This is GORGEOUS! The pink flowers and light distressing is so shabby chic and elegant! I love this card so much!

MaryBB said...

I love everything about this gorgeous card Niki! It's amazing.

Deb said...

Sooooo beautiful!

Olga said...

Very soft and pretty!