I do not know why…but evey time I use Vellum, I feel like I have created a extra special project! There is always an element of sheer elegance and it is something that only needs to be used sparingly…just to keep it super special!
This is a super easy card and a card that carries a big statement with the flow of the flowers…the dimensions and the clean lines! How easy is it with just using the Circle Framelits to create the space and let the flowers stand out and be the "show"
I bet many of you do not realize that we carry White Staz On Ink…it is something that I do not use often but when I do (I simply forget) I adore it! It works perfect to stamp on vellum and having the coordinating punches makes it super easy! The stamps sets I used were Mixed Bunch and Flower Shop!
The biggest frustration with using vellum is what adhesive to use as you can always see it! I always try to conceal it and today I used the tiny flower to hide the adhesive (green glue) underneath the flower!
I used a pearl for the feminine finishing touch and I colored it with the Calypso Coral Blendabilities…this works great!
You can see on the above picture that I "curled" the flowers with the bone folder – it makes it have more movement – love this look!
Now to the sentiment! O.k. – call me "clueless" but I simply do not get this whole "hash tag" stuff! I know that it is super popular but I do not "get it" This is from the stamp set # Hello…and I admit – I bought this for 2 reasons….
- For the large circle stamps…I have some great cards for you in later posts!
- The silly # tags…I thought my kids would get a kick out of them as I thought I could make cards to send to them and I am sure that I will get a phone call saying…."Mom – do you even know what a hash tag is?"
White is classic and "White simply works"…I let the sheer simplicity of the card make it shine through!
Using the beautiful and classic Designer Series Paper, Gold Soiree Specialty Paper…I simply added a piece to the back flap and then carried the # tag sentiment across the front of the envelope!
This card is for a very special young lady….she is a HUGE help to John and I with the animals and I know that this will put a smile on her face as she is so darn special to me – I feel like she is my daughter!
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Pretty! I have to remember to get the white Stazon! I love the effect on the vellum.
#somanyideasidontknowwheretostart (haha)
Cyberhugs!
Your card is quite striking! Don’t worry, I don’t get the whole hashtag thing either!!!
Susan, I love the card. The vellum flowers are so pretty. Love your tip about the glue. The envelope DSP is as soft as the flower. I may have to get some vellum.
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P.S. I forgot to mention I love your photographs. Your borders are pretty snazzy! I like the black background on the white card. I know so much goes into posting and I enjoy all your inspiration.
Oh Bridget – YOU TOTALLY MADE ME LAUGH!!!!
#cyberhugstoyou (hee-hee!!!!)
YEAH! Glad someone else is clueless!
Try vellum….it’s elegant!
Very pretty!
Beautiful card! I forget to use vellum too and I don’t really get the whole # thing either – my daughter (26) laughs at me and tries to help me “get it” lol! Oh well!
Love how you’ve softened the busyness of the DSP with the simple elegance of the card. Very nice!
So pretty! I have the white Staz0n and just do not use it . This is really pretty with the white on the Vellum . I think of Vellum like your china ….you don`t use it because it is extra work
Love the circle window !
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Great card love it and the directions thanks Susan for sharing your creativity with us!!
Dear Susan, I love your card and envelope. I always forget to use Vellum also.
Your card is so stunning your friend is going to love it. I also have no clue on those hastag either. I guess I am just tooooooo old to get it. (LOL) Your card is so sweet and I love the envelope. Have a great day. Happy Stamping. Ellen Hinds