Valentine Warmth and Cheer

It's no wonder that almost all baked-goods recipes instruct, "Bake until golden brown." Gold and brown are the base colors of warmth and good cheer and they make a perfect foil for the warm tones of red used here, Camellia and Cardinal. These brighter reds are a notch warmer than the burgundy we've traditionally used and they offset the sunniness created by the chalking effect. So... are you ready?

 
Stamps -
Garden of Love stamp set
"sending you love" block stamp

Papers -
Old Rose card stock half-sheet, folded
Grass Green card stock
White card stock
Brown card stock

Inks - Bamboo, Bark, Camellia, Cardinal, Pinecone, Sage, Split Pea

Templates - Heart and Small Heart
Cuttlebug embossing envelopes - Victoria and Distressed Stripes

Chalks - Brown, Sage, Yellow-Orange

Decorative Ribbon
Adhesive Pearls - Red

Instructions -

Today we will show step-by-step stamping instructions; although many of you are old hands at this, it is still nice sometimes to show all of the steps, especially for our RST newbies.

At other times, when we do not show such detail, we will direct you to our Animated Demos web page, which spells out the Rubber Stamp Tapestry techniques using many different sets as examples. We also have Video Demos as well! Please visit these pages as often as you like!

Use the Yellow-Orange and Sage chalks with the two Heart-shaped templates to create an outline for stamping. Did I say that we will start with a piece of White cardstock?

Next, stamp the Tiny Groovy Heart in Camellia.

Stamp the Tiny Groovy Heart again, this time with Cardinal. This will give just a bit more depth. If you have only one of the reds, that's okay, too.

Stamp the heart again, this time with Bark ink.

Move to the Mini Graceful Vine and stamp it with Bamboo ink.

Next, stamp the Mini Dot Flowers stamp in Bark ink. The Bark ink has a lovely red tone, which works really well with this color scheme.

Stamp the Mini Pentas stamp in Pinecone ink.

Next, stamp the Tiny Little Fern in Pinecone ink.
 

Then go back with the Mini Graceful Vine and stamp it this time in Sage, to flush out the wreath and give extra dimension.

Once you've finished stamping, go back with the two heart templates and redefine the heart shapes. This time, use Yellow chalk for the smaller heart and Brown for the larger (the first time, we used Moss for the larger heart).

Run the Old Rose card stock through the Victoria embossing folder and then run the Grass Green card stock through the Distressed Stripes embossing folder. Set these aside for now.

Use the Yellow-Orange chalk to colorize the edges of the stamped paper and glue it to the larger piece of Grass Green card stock (with distressed stripes going in a horizontal direction), leaving just a pinstripe of green on the top, and sides-- and about an inch on the bottom. Glue the ribbon on the section of green card stock at the bottom of the card.

 Glue this piece to the Old Rose card base.

 

Medallions
Stamp "sending you love" on a piece of White card stock. Without reinking, stamp again, which will be pale. Then make another pale impression. Cut out all three and arrange on a piece of Brown card stock. Trim away the excess and glue to the card, over the Brown ribbon.

Garnish with Red 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 Garden of Love stamp set. Today's winner is Carolyn, who will be receiving the "Heart Buttons" stamp set.  Congratulations Carolyn! 

Until next week, Happy Stamping from Susan and rest of the gang at Rubber Stamp Tapestry!

Comments

[Margaret]

I was in the process of trying to decide which sets to get while the free postage is still available. You certainly aren't helping with this example! Choices, choices!

[Mary Mac]

Susan, I am looking at 18 inches of snow out my window. Seeing this beautiful card gives me a reason to get to my craft room and start on valentine cards. Thanks

[Michelle Adams]

This is really, really gorgeous! You really do offer so much inspiration on this blog - Thank you!

[Diane]

I liked the idea of using a heart templet to define the stamping area. Also liked the intertwined hearts. Nice design!
Diane

[Cindy L]

I also like the intertwined hearts. Two hearts in love!! Really like this card. Thanks!

[jo]

Beautiful, as usual!

[sue wisniewski]

What a lovely card. I like the use of the two hearts together. thank you for sharing.
stamping sue

[Christine Nixon]

I love this card, Susan. Lovely use of color. Speaking of which, are there any plans to include paper packs on the site that would include the colors you use in your samples? Some of the colors are ones I am familiar with and have seen in stores, but some of them are not and I wonder where (what company) they come from. Thank you for all your wonderful ideas and detailed instructions.

[ArLynn]

Beautiful! This one takes us through to Valentine's Day. Thank you.

[Eleanor]

Love the idea of using a template to stamp. I have the heart Spellbinders nesties so will look forward to trying this.

[Grace Lange-Way]

I always need a boot in the butt once the Christmas cards are done and out to get started for the next holiday. This was a great boot! I'm so excited that my LSS is now carrying RST stamps! Yippee!

[Betty Jo Wilkins]

I had gotten one of these stamp sets out just yesterday. Thanks for the great idea. I am going to try it.

[Audrey]

Absolutely love ths card. Too beautiful for words!

[Susan S.]

What a great versatile stamp set - lots of varied foliage and blooms and the heart design is unique. Thanks for the color tips too.

[Shirley Lee]

Your card is so pretty. Love the two hearts and using the hearts to get the shape. Awesome idea. Another great tutorial and idea. Merry Christmas!
Shirley L.
Rosevile, CA

[Robin Stover]

Hello ~ Is there a Kit all set for me to purchase this idea? Inks, paper and stamps? Love this one!

[Linda w]

I like the idea of doing double hearts to create this card. This finished product is beautiful.

stamp on....

[Mike Bizup]

I make Valentine Cards for all the ladies in my office. This really looks like a fine choice.
Great tutorial.

[Denise Bryant]

This is so pretty! I love the colors. And the Tiny Groovy Heart is sweet!
DeniseB

[Phyllis M.]

Beautiful card and love the colors oh so pretty.
Fun little heart set stamps for valentines day too.
Thanks for the great tutorial and for sharing you lovely card and also for a chance to win. Merry Christmas too.. Phyllis M.

[Patty W]

OMJellybeans !

That is GORGEOUS !

[Jan Koennecke]

I'm making a book of your tutorials so I can use them at any time. Your designs can be incorporated in so many ways. Thanks and Merry Christmas to all.

[Maiju]

Very beautiful card again.

Happy Christmas and happy new year 2010.

[Debbie from Missouri]

I don't know about you guys, but I'm still not ready for Valentine's Day--what about New Year's invitations and all those birthdays (guys especially)and two anniversaries between now and Feb. 14!!! Come on, Susan, I'm counting on you...your cards are top-of-the-line and this new one is no exception. I love it and am looking forward to more!

[PAM G]

I LIKE THE DEPARTURE FROM TRADITIONAL VALENTINE COLORS- VERY UNIQUE AND PRETTY!