It's been awhile since I have had the chance to play along with a challenge blog, but one of my favourites has always been the Global Design Project. When I saw that their challenge this week was a colour one, I just knew I needed to find some time in my craft room.
Now if I am being honest when I first saw the new Stampin' Up! 2019-2021 In Colours several months ago I wasn't sure if I was going to love them, but once I got them in my hands I absolutely have fallen in love with them. I like how they are different then any of the other colours they have had. They have an almost "dusty" cast to them as opposed to the clear true colours in the 2018-2020 In Colour collection. This challenge combines two of the new colours with an old favourite Pear Pizzaz.
It is no secret that I am a huge lover of floral designs, I have mentioned that many times before and it is obvious by most of my creations, lol. The Beautiful Friendship Stamp Set has a collection of pretty floral images that appear almost watercoloured and several useful sentiments. It is definitely one of my must haves from this catalogue. The images layer beautifully together and are great for collage stamping, I used all 3 of the challenge colours. Another must have for me is the Birch Background Stamp. Here I used it with Craft whisper White Ink and stamped it on Crumb Cake Cardstock.
The Stitched Nested Labels were used to die cut my main image and sentiment. I layered on top of Terracotta Tile DSP from the In Colour Pack and also added some Seaside Spray Scalloped Linen Ribbon behind the die cut. I wanted to bring in a little more green as I hadn't used much so I added a couple of embossed and die cut vellum leaves. I love how they add a little more colour but also some delicate texture.
Once I had put the card together I felt it need a little "bling" but nothing too sparkly so I opted for some Basic Pearls. TIP: Stampin' Blends alcohol Markers are perfect for colouring embellishments to match your project. I used the Seaside Spray Combo Pack to customize the pearls.
All products used for today's card you can find listed below and linked to my online store. Now is the perfect time to shop as Stampin' Up! has their Bonus Days Promotion going on. For every $60 (Canadian) you spend before July 31 (before shipping and tax) earns $6 cad Bonus Days coupon code that can be used August 1–31. Perfect time to start crossing off that wish list!
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