It’s been a crazy week, but in between all the appointments and commitments I managed to get some valentines made. The ones going to Wisconsin were in the mail earlier this week. I have one to share today for a couple of challenges. First off, the current Time Out Challenge:
I was attracted to the red and white color combination, the embossed background, and of course the hearts. On our way to Wisconsin in January, we stopped at Buffalo Stamps and Things. All Alexandra Renke products were 20% off with a coupon so I picked up some paper, a die, and two embossing folders. This one was perfect for Valentine’s Day, but I can easily see using it for an anniversary or a wedding card.
After running the white cardstock through with the embossing folder, I used an old, old corner punch to add a bit more interest. The sentiment, from Papertrey Ink’s “Keep It Simple: Valentine” was embossed in gold on a banner die cut from Pure Poppy cardstock. The whole panel then was added to a top-folding Pure Poppy card. CAS, but pretty.
Here’s a closer look at the amazing dimension you get with the embossing folder.
I’m also linking this up to Simon Says Monday Challenge: Add Some Red.
This is stunning!! I love the white embossed background with the red banner. Thank you so much for sharing with us at the Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge Blog!!
Gorgeous card, Karen. Initially thought the background was done with embossing paste until I read your post. Nice purchase!
What a great embossed background, and I love you kept it all so CAS. The gold sentiment just adds a touch more to your card as well as the corner edges. Thanks for joining Time Out
Just charming. I love knowing how it was done, too.
Good for you! I gave in and purchased Valentines at the store. How mundane – right?
Absolutely beautiful. That embossing is so crisp, and such a lovely idea for the heart to be plain in the middle of the pattern. And your red and gold sets it all off perfectly. Bravo!
Lovely card. I think embossing folders ramp up the game of card making.
Lovely! Lovely! This year I plan to make a card! Stay tuned! I’ll probably holler “Help!”
Cheers~
Very eye-catching, right down to the corner detail.
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