Hi there! Today’s card is “Ways to use it” (from Split Coast Stampers- This challenge is focusing on flowers that represent each month. (WT1075) Ironically, I do not have a ton of floral stamps. As I was looking through my stash, I had this great floral frame from Unity called “Jesus and Germs.” (Shop here: Jesus and Germs ) The rose frame created a beautiful border for the focal point. I wasn’t sure where to start with the design, and decided on trying a black and white card. I stamped the large flower border in Versa Fine Onyx Black Ink using a stamp platform. Then I positioned the image towards the top of the frame and die cut a rectangular mat. I used a square die to cut the Basic Black (SU) center frame, and bordered with Polished pink cardstock (SU). I used the heart outline stamp, small heart and sentiment from Stampin Up’s “Strong of Heart” set. I stamped the heart, then fussy cut the image. To make the senti...
I’m glad you stopped by! I have always enjoyed art, and was introduced to card making about 12 years ago. From there, the ability to create a variety of styles provides a therapeutic outlet to each day. You will find several card challenges, and themes which might inspire you to try something new. Enjoy!