Hi All!
So sorry! This post was supposed to go live yesterday but I messed up on the date! Happy Saturday!
Today I’m using the Stampin’ Up! Watts of Occasions set. I bought this set even though I don’t need it (clearly I need everything else). I think it is a really practical set that can be used multiple times over the year. And, it’s unique.
I tried to make my focal point stand out by making the background simple. The cards I like the most are the ones that have a single area of focus, which is why I try to make my background either really subtle (when it’s not the focal point) or really bold (when it is the focal point).
I colored the tree very simply with distress markers and added some metallic to the bulb base, the star, and the rays. Here is a close-up:
Enjoy the video!
Card Measurements:
| Element | Imperial | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Fog panel | 4 x 5 1/2 inches | 10.2 x 14 cm |
| Black strip | 1 1/4 inches | 3.1 cm |
| Card base | 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 inches | 10.8 x 14 cm |
Supplies:
Distress Markers used: Pine Needles, Mowed Lawn, Twisted Citron, Gathered Twigs
 Watts of Occasions |
 Hero Arts Chevron |
 Nesting Circle Dies S.COM|BLSY |
 SSS Holiday Shapes |
 Gold Ink EH|SSS |
 Distress Markers AMZN|BLSY |
 Aqua Painter |
 Versafine Black Ink EH|SSS |
 Versamark Ink EH|SU |
 Versamarker Pen EH|SSS |
 Ultra Fine Clear Powder |
 Silver Embossing Powder EH|SSS |
 Hero Arts White Embossing Powder EH|SSS |
 SSS Fog Ink |
 Fog Cardstock |
 Black Cardstock |
 Canson Mix Media Paper BLSY|AMZN |
 Hero Arts Black Notecards |
 Gold Glitter Paper |
 Tweezers EH|SSS |
 Stamp-a-ma-jig SSS|SU |
 Mini MISTI |
 Glue Pen |
 Scotch Foam Tape |
 ATG Tape Runner EH|SSS |
calex89
Whew! I was worried yesterday when you didn’t post! So glad everything’s OK!
Andrea
To be honest, Darlene, I would probably not have noticed this was late if you hadn’t said so! 🙄 One of those crazy days, for sure. But hey, you’re right on time for World Cardmaking Day! 😎 I love the simplicity of the card. Seems like it would be easy to mass produce, at least on a small-ish scale. Great overall design. I was wondering where you got that ginormous block you use for background stamps? My largest block (an old one from Hobby Lobby) is still a bit too small for that. I usually either have to use my MISTI, or lay the stamp face-up on my cutting mat. I like the block idea, though, because you can flip the panel off. Anyway…. Thanks for posting this–great inspiration! Happy World Cardmaking Day! 🙂 ~ Andrea
darlene
Hi Andrea. My blocks are all Stampin’ Up!. You can buy a set or just the large one: http://www.stampinup.com/ECWeb/ProductDetails.aspx?productID=118483&dbwsdemoid=2158696. I know they are expensive, but I love them.
Connie
Am very glad it was just a mechanical glitch and you’re all right! Today’s Christmas card is so unique. I love it!
Dayse
I for one didn’t even notice the post was later than usual. ( you could’ve gotten away with it I reckon).
Lovely card which is simple but also very effective and looks amazing with the window that draws the eye in. The black is striking and very clean over all. Thank you for your inspiration
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