Round Ribbon Edge Tutorial

I could not resist another project with using the Domestic Goddess Designer Series paper.  The floral design in the bottom left corner was the starting point for this card. The color of the image is Calypso Coral but I paired it with a Tangerine Tango background and ribbon to give it a little pop.

Both colors are in the same family with Calypso Coral being more muted; the contrast between the two colors adds interest but still gives a monochromatic effect.

I used the 1/2" Scallop Dots Ribbon across the card and as well as an edging for the butterfly medallion. The butterfly images are from the Precious Butterfly hostess stamp set.

Both images are stamped with Calypso Coral on Whisper White and punched with the 3/4" and 1-3/4" circle punches.  The center is popped up on a dimensional.  Rhinestones on the design in the corner and the central butterfly add a tie-in.  

Here is a quick tutorial for how to make the round ribbon edging:

1. Stamp and punch the larger circle image.

2. On the back generously apply snail adhesive or sticky strip to the edge.

3. Cut a length of ribbon in half.

4. Apply ribbon to the back so that the scallops are evenly sticking over the edge and the dots do not show.

5. Add a bit more adhesive to the end where they meet and overlap the ends slightly to finish.

2011-2012 Catalog Blog Hop

Only 3 more days until the Stampin' Addicts New Catalog Mega Hop!  It is always so much fun when a new catalog is released and so many new stamps are available.  Stampin' Addict demonstrators have been working on some super projects to show off their new goodies.

I will be featuring the beautiful detailed Sunflower background stamp. (I LOVE flower stamps!!)   So be sure to come back starting Friday at noon to see what everyone has to share!

Summer Colors

My new favorite colors are Pool Party and Calypso Coral- perfect for a cool summer project.

This card features the new stamp set Language of Friendship and the Designer Frames embossing folder.

The 2-Step Bird punch and the Boho Blossom punch coordinate with the stamp set so there is no cutting!  I used re-inkers to color the designs before punching so all the little pieces were easy to keep track of.   I really like how the embossed oval adds a bit of texture.

The new 3/8" Ruffled Ribbon also adds a delicate layer.  

Supplies:  

Paper: Calypso Coral card base, Domestic Goddess DSP

Stamps: Language of Friendship

Ink: Calypso Coral, Pool Party and Daffodil Delight re-inkers

Accessories:  2-Step Bird punch, Boho Blossom punch, Designer Frames embossing folder, 3/8" Pool Party Ruffled Ribbon

Hang in There Get Well Card

When a box of new stampin' supplies arrive it is so hard to decide what to use first.  (That is really a very fun problem... I'm not complaining!!)  The bold designs of the Domestic Goddess DSP caught my eye so this is first card made with all new goodies from the 2011-2012 Idea Book and Catalog.

Once again I made larger card to fit in a business size envelope.  I find that is a great size to really show off large designs and it has lots of room for a message inside.

The base is 8" X 9", folded in half so the finished size is 4" X 9".   The DSP is cut 1/4" shorter on each side.  A little piece of satin ribbon on the left ties in the black.

I stamped the "Get Well Soon" sentiment from the new Delightful Dozen set, cut it out and put it on the tee shirt.

Isn't the mini clothespin cute???  Such a fun little embellishment.  The ribbon is Daffodil Delight 1/8" taffeta that I coated with Crystal Effects and coiled around a skewer.  I ended up with pretty sticky fingers doing it but I really like the finished look.

I will have more new things to show soon..... See you!