Saturday, November 14, 2009

Berry Christmas


My next series of posts will feature the Berry Christmas Set from the Holiday Mini.  This is a very simple, elegant set that makes Christmas Card production easy.

The colors for this card are Soft Suede, Certainly Celery and Real Red.   The 1/2 inch circle punch was used to punch out the berries, which were attached to the wreath.   A 2 inch piece of Real Red Polka-Dot grosgrain ribbon was attched to the card and then stapled.  Used in this way, a little ribbon goes a LONG way.  Also, you don't have to tie a bow!!  The addition of just a touch of red ribbon adds texture and coordinates with the stamped images.

Other Options:  If you want to add sparkle to this card, try the following technique:

1) Ink up your stamp. 
2) Use a sponge dauber to apply some Champagne Mist Shimmer paint to the inked stamp.
3)  Huff on the stamp to re-moisten.
4) Stamp your image.   You will notice a nice little shimmer!
5)  Clean the stamp immediately and thoroughly.

Happy Saturday,

Jackie


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