Hello friends! I used to think I was pretty good at resisting all the newest trends. While some I gave in to readily, and others I jumped into after holding out so long they were no longer trendy, I have to say I have found a new possibility. I told myself I didn't need a Glimmer system, but after I got one for Christmas I'm in love with the new look for my cards. Wish I had done it sooner!
See what you think.
I created this card for Challenge #576 at The Paper Players. I love a Tic Tac Toe challenge and went with two rows: diagonally - birthday, flower, die cut and the third column down - die cut, birthday, stencil.
Using the Floral Notes stencil (and Dies) from Pink Fresh studio involved quite a bit of experimenting with techniques, color combos and inks.
I finished the elegant look with several gemstones. Foiling is hard to photograph. Here's a close up.
I will list the extensive list of supplies below.
I sure hope you'll have a go with this fun challenge! Our team has some extraordinary inspiration and I can't wait to see what you make!
Be yourself
Have delight in your craft
Make something beautiful!
Supplies used:
Stamps: NONE
Inks: Tea Party - Altenew, Soft Stone - PTI
Paper: white, WPlus9 Dove
Spellbinder: Glimmer System, Yana's Special Sentiments, gold foil
Accessories - Floral Notes, Diamond Motif Stencils - Pinkfresh Studio, coordinating Dies and the Slimline Dies
Breathtaking, Cindy! The stenciling and flowers are beautiful, but the foiling really elevates this card to a whole new level of stunning. Plus, I LOVE the slimline design. You hit this one out of the park! Have a wonderful week!
ReplyDeleteA glimmer system? I don’t know what that is but it sure is gorgeous on your card! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHi Linda, thanks so much! Since you asked.
ReplyDeleteGlimmer system is the name of a product that allows you to add foil accents by combining heat and pressure from your die cut machine. It also entices accessory acquisition syndrome!
I'm with Linda Callahan...no clue what a glimmer system is...some sort of foiling? Anyway, this card is gorgeous! Love the slimline look, the florals are so pretty and that gold shimmer is perfection!
ReplyDeleteCindy this card is a real wow! I just love the stencilling and those pretty flowers and the foiling is just the perfect finishing touch. And the slimline is totally on trend too - go you!
ReplyDeleteCindy, this card is beautiful! I love the stencil for the background! The flowers are so pretty! I really love slim line cards and this one is gorgeous! The gemstones are the perfect finishing touch!
ReplyDeleteYay for new toys! Pretty results, Cindy! I like the soft stenciling in the background. Fabulous card!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful foiling Cindy!! Lovely card!!
ReplyDeleteWow Cindy! This one is beautiful! I really love the stencilling! The flowers and gold are perfect! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Cindy! Love that stenciling in the background and the beautiful foiling on the sentiment! I, too, have been on the fence about hot foiling but at this point it's going to be a major investment because I'll need a new die cutting machine, too. I know it will eventually happen and I hope the trend is still around by then :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card, Cindy! I love the pinks and purples on the flowers and that diamond pattern on the background is gorgeous. I haven't been brave enough to try stencils but I sure love looking at what everyone else is doing with them :)
ReplyDeleteLove your floral slimline..so pretty!
ReplyDeleteOh, my, the glimmer is so pretty and expertly photographed to show it at its best. The stencils and dies are beautifully done, as well. Love your mention to Linda about accessory acquisition syndrome, ha! I've resisted the glimmer system all this time, too. You make it tempting with your gorgeous card!
ReplyDeleteWow, is this ever pretty, Cindy! The gold is such an elegant detail, too.
ReplyDeleteI love the added shimmer, Cindy! Of course, I HAD to come by for a look-see!
ReplyDeleteExcuse me while I have a closer look ... there's a whole lot to love here!
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