In this sample, the beauty of the embellishments is that all cut-outs are simple cuts, either straight cuts with scissors or easy cuts with punches. The detail in this card is achieved by using embossing envelopes and other simple tools likely found in your craftbox.
Supplies
Stamps - Indian Summer stamp set
You're In My Thoughts block stamp
You're in My Prayers block stamp
Hope You're Feeling Better block stamp
Reverse Wild Grape MIni
Reverse Oak Leaf MIni
Reverse Oak Leaf Tiny
Reverse 3 Leaf Mini
Papers
Dark cardstock half-sheet, folded for base of card (I used a dark Rust)
Burgundy/Brown designer paper - 1-7/8-inches wide by 5.5 inches high (I used Basic Grey)
Dark Blue cardstock
Green cardstock scrap
White cardstock scraps
Inks - Versacolor (pigment) Atlantic, Bark, Neptune, Pinecone. Polar Blue, Topaz, Umber;
Archival Ink - Black and Sepia
Other Supplies
Cuttlebug Birds and Swirls embossing envelope
Chalk - Brown
Spellbinders - Standard Circles Large (#S4-114)
Medium Punch Square,
Medium Punch Circle
Tombow MonoMulti glue
Gold Paint Pen
Brown Embroidery Thread
Gelly Roll Stardust Clear Glitter Pen
Adhesive Pearls - Chino
Instructions
Run the Burgundy designer paper and the Blue cardstock through the embossing envelope.
Glue the Burgundy piece to the top of a Olive Green cardstock scrap so that only a pinstripe shows. Trim away the excess. Glue this to the Blue quarter sheet. Use the Circle die and cut a hole in the front of the card, cutting through all layers. Turn the circle around so that the Burgundy portion is on the right. Glue this ensemble to the folded half-sheet cardbase.
On white paper, stamp sentiments (three total) in Neptune or Galaxy Gold ink. Cut out with punches, smudge with Brown chalk, then edge in gold paint pen. Optional: on the Hope You're Feeling Better medallion, stamp some leaves in Archival Sepia ink. Set aside for now.
Cut a White cardstock circle the same size as the one you cut earlier from the card-base. Stamp the Mini Black Oak Leaf in Bark ink and the Mini White Oak Leaf in Topaz.
Stamp the Mini Canyon Maple in Archival Sepia.
Stamp the Mini Tendril Sprig in Neptune, then in Pinecone.
Use the Brown Chalk to color the edge.
Smudge edges with Polar Blue and then Atlantic Blue inks.
Trim off the top part of the circle, a little above the half-mark and save for a later project. Glue the remaining piece on top of the strip of Olive Green cardstock and trim the excess. Set aside for now (here the photo shows the finished half-circle wreath but you're not quite there yet).
Stamp several Reverse Stamps using Bark and Galaxy Gold inks. Edge in Bark ink.
Using Tombow MonoMulti glue, make a dotted pattern on the card base for the embroidery thread. Let the glue dry a bit before attaching the thread, then lay the thread down. Glue the demi-wreath onto the cardbase and then glue down reverse leaf pieces and the medallions you made earlier so they appear to be spilling out of the "basket." Garnish the green cardstock strip and the flat edge of the half-circle with adhesive pearls and you're done.
What do you think?
Just enter your comment in the comment section below for a chance to win the Indian Summer stamp set. Today's winner is Linda Ball and she wins the Pumpkin Border set. Congratulations Linda!
Until next week, Happy Stamping from Susan and rest of the designers at Rubber Stamp Tapestry!
gorgeous card! I've never seen the reverse leaf stamps before--I usually just buy the sets. Love the turned circle. To me, the demi-circle looks like a tea cup more than a basket. This sparks lots of ideas!
Posted by: Ink-Pattie | October 13, 2009 at 06:50 AM
Beautiful. Love the fall colors and stamps.
Posted by: Jenny McGee | October 13, 2009 at 07:11 AM
This card is unique. I love the colors. I have some of the leaf pegs, but want to get more. I liked the use of embroidery floss. Such an inexpensive addition yet it adds so much!
Susie
Posted by: Susan Youngren | October 13, 2009 at 07:42 AM
Talk about pushing the limits this card just about has it all. I love the use of these stamps!
Posted by: Mary from Missouri | October 13, 2009 at 07:43 AM
Pocket full of sentiments is a great idea. To have a bunch of different sayings tucked into one card. This card can be used for all sorts of cards. stamping sue
Posted by: sue wisniewski | October 13, 2009 at 08:11 AM
Really love this card so very pretty and the colors are lovely too. Love the leaf borders and the stamps too. Really neat ideas and thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Phyllis M. | October 13, 2009 at 08:25 AM
Gorgeous colors and the background is fantastic!
Posted by: Debbie G | October 13, 2009 at 08:27 AM
I have to say I have never thought of doing this for a card. Very unique and a wonderful technique. Thanks for sharing! I learn something new everytime I read your blog!!
Posted by: Audrey | October 13, 2009 at 09:42 AM
I think this is my favorite card so far! I love Autumn so much...I wait for it all year long...Love this!
Posted by: Michelle Adams | October 13, 2009 at 10:09 AM
This card brings fall. However with our rain in CA today it feels like winter has arrived. Thanks for the neat idea.
Posted by: Joyce Tubbs | October 13, 2009 at 10:26 AM
This is a such a beautiful set and makes up lovely. I really would love to win this set. So many ideas come to mind with this one.
Posted by: Ruth | October 13, 2009 at 10:27 AM
Great card.... I love the different leaf stamps and the beautiful fall colors.
DeniseB
Posted by: Denise Bryant | October 13, 2009 at 10:44 AM
I think it is absolutely beautiful. I love the idea of "spilling out" of the basket.
Posted by: Margaret | October 13, 2009 at 11:01 AM
Gorgeous card. How versatile!
Posted by: jo | October 13, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Love all the little details on this card. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: Deanne G | October 13, 2009 at 11:47 AM
It was neat seeing all the steps to make this card. I like the reverse leaf stamps.
Posted by: Sue D | October 13, 2009 at 11:57 AM
I just love this card, if one of my friends sent this to me, I would cherish it forever. The rest are wonderful too!
Jackie P.
Posted by: Jackie Powell | October 13, 2009 at 11:57 AM
I just love how you made your cup! No template or large stamps are necessary. I'm also really liking your warm browns. JIL
Posted by: Jil L | October 13, 2009 at 12:03 PM
What a beautiful card. This would definitely make anyone feel better.
thanks much
Posted by: Linda w | October 13, 2009 at 12:06 PM
I ditto the cup comment - looks like a warm cup spilling over with warm wishes! Love the stamp set and the reverse image stamps are a big hit. Please keep the ideas and posts coming - they spark lots of ideas. I'd encourage some posts on making your own background/pattern paper with these gorgeous little gems. Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Susan S. | October 13, 2009 at 12:18 PM
Beautiful card. The blue really sets it off. I thought the circle was a teacup the way the loop appeared to be the handle of the cup!
Posted by: Mildred | October 13, 2009 at 12:59 PM
I like the variety of textures.
Judy A.
Posted by: Judy | October 13, 2009 at 01:36 PM
This is gorgeous, and I love the colors
Posted by: Kathy Rossiter | October 13, 2009 at 01:49 PM
Lovely card. I like the reverse leaf, textures and the cup. Very creative.
Pat S
Posted by: Pat Schwartz | October 13, 2009 at 01:51 PM
So many great ideas here that can be used on many different cards. I take my peg stamps and interchange them. I also have some individual stamps. Love your ideas.
Posted by: Jan Koennecke | October 13, 2009 at 01:58 PM