Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Hand Stamped Sentiments Challenge #54: Ribbons and Lace

Hiya friends! It's Tuesday and that means it is time for another fun and fabulous challenge over at Hand Stamped Sentiments. This week we are challenging you to share your creations showcasing RIBBON and LACE. We sure hope you will come play along! 
You might be saying...hmmm, another Valentine's Day card, Anne Marie? Well, that's where I tried to shake things up a bit. One thing I love about the Artistic Etchings set is how it just has a romantic, vintage vibe. That makes it perfect for Valentine's Day, weddings, anniversaries or for just a lovey-dovey card to share with a sweetie. 


I ruffled up some 1/2" Raven Lace Trim (ret.) to frame the embossed Eiffel Tower to give some extra texture to the card. (I used Sticky Strip to keep it in place.) I also broke out the Color Spritzer tool to add some Riding Hood Red distressing around the main image. I added a vintage brad because, it kind of reminded me of a full moon on a beautiful, Paris night. Oooooh, so romantic, huh?  A few pearls later and I felt like my main image was accented appropriately. 
For the ribbon treatment, I went BIG! (I mean, I DO live in Texas and all...haha!) I used some 1 1/4" Riding Hood Red, Striped Grosgrain ribbon (sadly, ret.) and although I was a little hesitant, attempted to sew again. I only sustained a few injuries this time and think I might be getting used to stitching up some super, scrunchy ribbon. In the words of my sweet husband: "Wow! This is a puffy card!" Yes, it is...and I LOVE it! 

To get everything to fit on my design, the card was NOT a traditional size. This one measures 5 1/4" x 5 1/2" inches, so I will definitely be making a custom envelope for it. 

The finishing touch was to decorate the inside of the card. I left the sentiment blank (for now) and will save it in my card file for the perfect occasion to share some love! 
Thank you for taking a look and I do hope you will join us at Hand Stamped Sentiments this week with YOUR creation featuring ribbon and lace. I hope you are enjoying your week so far. Before you go, please leave me a comment to say hello and to let me know what you think of my card today. I really enjoy hearing from you and would love to visit your work, too. 

Make it a great day today! :)

SU! Supply List:
Stamps: Artistc Etchings
Ink: Riding Hood Red Classic ink and Basic Black Craft ink 
Papers: Love Letter DSP, Newsprint DSP, Riding Hood Red, Basic Black and Very Vanilla card stock
Accessories: Scalloped oval punch,1 3/8" x 5/8" Oval punch, 1 3/4" x 7/8" Oval punch, Scallop Trim Border punch, 1/2" Lace Trim in Raven (ret.), 1 1/4" Striped Grosgrain ribbon in Riding Hood Red (ret.), Color Spritzer Tool, Antique Brads, Small Heart Punch (inside), Heart to Heart XL punch (inside) and Basic Pearls

33 comments:

  1. Beautiful card both inside and out, love the lace around the image and that super scrunchy ribbon :)

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  2. This is so LOVELY, Anne Marie !! I like the colors and how you added the ribbon. It looks fabulous !

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  3. Yowza! That gorgeous ribbon steals the show! Stunning!

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  4. Oh my gosh. Everything about this card is gorgeous! Great stamp set, the colors are bold and the ribbon just makes it! Great job.

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  5. Absolutely gorgeous! Now where do I begin... I love everything but the ribbon looks over-the-the fabulous, and the spritzing is another fabulous touch.The colors could not be more perfect and your design is outstanding!

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  6. That ribbon looks just wonderful - such a luxurious looking card. I MUST get around to making a Valentines card for DH!

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  7. Your card is a real show-stopper, Anne Marie. I love, love, love the black/red/white combo and what you did with the ribbon is GORGEOUS!

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  8. Wow - just gorgeous!!!! And Elegant!! And Beautiful!!

    Diggin' that ribbon work so much!!
    Can't wait to dive back in to cardmaking!
    I have to walk away from this computer though first!!!

    Have a great day!
    Maria

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  9. Ooh la la - this is so wonderful! I LOVE your ruffled ribbon. It is totally gorgeous.

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  10. WOW,WOW,WOW!!!! This is stunning and a true work of art. So very pretty. Of course I LOVE that ribbon treatment. Gorgeous. Makes you kinda want to head over to Paris! (Maybe the weather's nicer there too!)
    Lynn

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  11. This is AWESOME Anne Marie! I do love that set but I'm a bit *afraid* to buy it!! Your creation is just wonderful and how you did that ribbon is so very neat! TFS!!!

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  12. Love this! what a great card! It truly is an elegant card.

    Get going on your PL album, you will feel better about it, I promise. :)

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  13. I love you card- and can I asy that your card does look beautiful and not "fluffy", it is FAB!!! I LOVE the ribbon- great, great, great!!

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  14. Beautiful card Anne Marie. I'm in love with that stamp set too. You did an awesome job!

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  15. I love the ribbon treatment. It really makes the card. Very Parisian!

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  16. Wow! Absolutely fabulous! I'm so glad you survived the trauma of wielding a needle (at least the blood doesn't show!!!)

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  17. I love your card, Anne Marie! The moon brad is a divine idea. Stunning card!

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  18. Absolutely stunning, Anne-Marie! I am thinking Go Big or Go home,lol! The ribbon totally brings this card full circle and I love how you entwined it - beautiful! Such a stunning card! I love this set and just love the pairing of black and white and red, such a romantic and rich feel to it! Gorgeous card, girl!

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  19. This is terrific! I love the colors and the grunging on the edges of your focal and the ribbon and the paper and the everything! LOL

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  20. OMG! Beautiful card!! What you did with the ribbon is a great touch -- wow!!

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  21. Wow, this is gorgeous! I love the ruched ribbon technique. I'm going to have to try that soon. Love the decor inside, too.

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  22. Tres Fabulous! Another over the top, absolutely stunning creation. Love you!

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  23. What a beautiful card, inside and out. Gorgeous ribbon.

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  24. This is gorgeous and I love the black lace and gathered ribbon!

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  25. This is an absolute stunner! Your ribbon treatment is awesome, and combined with the black lace, this card is off the charts gorgeous. Beautiful job on this challenge. Best, Curt

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  26. Gorgeous use of ribbon? Check. To die for black lace? Check. One big, beautiful Texas sized powerhouse of love card? Double-check!! Stunning, AM--you've outdone even yourself on this one! {hugs}

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  27. How pretty, Anne Marie! I've been on a French vibe lately too. Love the red versus pink, and that ribbon is gorgeous!

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  28. This is gorgeous, I just love the colors and what you did with that ribbon!

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  29. Gorgeous Paris card Anne Marie! I love the red/black combo with the beautiful ribbon.

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  30. Now this card is absolutely STUNNING, girl! That ribbon is amazing! Fab job, Anne Marie!

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  31. Seriously love this! The ribbon treatment is wonderful!

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  32. Did I say I loved this? I think I did... but it bears saying again. I love this! Some things just need to be visited over and over again. *nodding*

    *looking over your shoulder* Where's the fur babies?

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Have a great day! :)
Anne Marie