A Sparkly Twist on Lights

     Hello!  Today's card is a case of myself, with a sparkly twist!  I used the same layout, colors and stamp set that I used on the Faux Silk card but instead of stamping on a coffee filter I used glossy white CS.  I then inked the CS with VersaMark ink, sprinkled with Iridescent Ice embossing powder and then used the heat tool to set the powder.  The result is an incredibly sparkly card that any recipient is sure to love!

Stamps: Jolly Bingo Bits, Christmas Greetings
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Daffodil Delight
Paper: Whisper White, Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler
Tools & Accessories: Paper piercing tool, Stampin' dimensionals

Jolly Bingo Bits Holiday

     Hello!  Today's card is my second take on dancerriley's card on SCS (here).  I loved her layout but wanted to change the theme from Thanksgiving to Christmas.  My new favorite stamp set, Jolly Bingo Bits, was perfect for this card.
     I think the Old Olive and Soft Suede colors blend a little bit on the first panel.  When I make this card again I'll use the Christmas tree image rather than the wreath and the poinsettia image rather than the candy cane.  Hopefully, this will provide a bit more contrast.

Stamps: Jolly Bingo Bits
Ink:  Cherry Cobbler, Soft Suede, Old Olive
Paper: Whisper White, Soft Suede, Old Olive, Cherry Cobbler
Tools & Accessories: Soft Suede taffeta ribbon, square punch, paper piercing tool, Stampin' dimensionals

Faux Silk Lights

     Hello!  Today's card is another faux silk card - it's my new favorite technique.
     I know the photo isn't the best but under the main image I used the paper piercing tool and stamped the "Merry Christmas" sentiment from the Christmas Greetings stamp set in Cherry Cobbler.  When I demonstrated this card with the ladies from my stamping club they decided that stamping the sentiment in black StazOn ink looks much better - and I agree!

     If you're not familiar with the Faux Silk technique it couldn't be easier!  Check out Lyssa Griffin Zwolanek's photo tutorial on her blog here.  This technique gives your card such a unique look and feel; once you try it you'll be hooked!

Stamps:  Jolly Bingo Bits, Christmas Greetings
Paper: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Whisper White
Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Old Olive, Daffodil Delight
Tools & Accessories:  Paper piercing tool, Stampin' dimensionals