I printed the image on Flourishes' Classic Ivory cardstock and colored with Copic markers in shades of gray. Pale gray ink was sponged around the edges of the image panel. I'd hoped to make this card completely monochromatic, and I did accomplish that with the coloring, but then I mixed in some tan with the designer paper, and couldn't help but add that little pop of color with the red string on the button. Almost monochromatic. The button, by the way, is nearly as vintage as the image. A Cuttlebug embossed border adds a bit of trim across the front. The black cardstock (from CTMH) has a white core which peeks through when the cardstock is sanded, as I did around the card edges and over the embossed trim. The designer papers are KaiserCraft Vintage Timeless.
I wanted to cut the image panel with a shaped Spellbinders die, but I didn’t have just the right size, so I pieced together two sections of the Curved Rectangles Nestabilities:
The embossed border strip covers the seam. I imagine any of the die cut shapes could be shortened or elongated in this manner as long as you have something to cover the seam.
Well, this was fun. Reminds me of my old designer days but, no, I plan to stay free wheeling with plenty of time to love on my Wally and LuLu. I’ll be back later in the week with something to tickle your funny bone. Hope to see you then!
Your card is amazingly wonderful, Leslie! Congrats on being featured on Two for Tuesday blog. I can't wait to have my funny bone tickled:)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful card. Clever girl to shorten up the die cut. I must remember that trick. I love Cora's images - it's so nice of her to share them. Waiting for my funny bone to be tickled.
ReplyDeleteLeslie, this is so pretty. You have a knack for digitals...not everyone can incorporate them into such a lovely card. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant card! Love Digital Two for Tuesdays, so glad you pointed the blog out.
ReplyDeleteLove this Miss Leslie!! So Soft and Vintagey!! 8-) And Super Clever of you to piece the Nestie die cut! Love this! Now why haven't I ever thought of that, lol I usually end up hunting for a Nestie that will work in substitution or I end up using my trimmer and just cutting a plain old square or rectangle, lol Thanks for the inspiration my friend! 8-)
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Shannon
Ingenious! Thanks for sharing your little secret regarding piecing the die cuts. No one would know the embossed border is hiding the seam. That sanded cardstock is perfect for this delightful vintage card you've created. And wouldn't you know this image just happens to include a sweet little dog! Love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card. So creative to get that shape you wanted. Love the vintage look and I'm so glad you told us about these images. I've collected quite a few and am working on a card using one of them. Such fun images to play with.
ReplyDeleteYou are such an ingenious & talented creator of cards. Just love your colouring, sponging, and die piecing. I am glad that “Two for Tuesday” recognises your genius and is featuring you. Bravo Leslie!
ReplyDeleteVery clever, what you did with the Spellbinders label! One would never have known, and thought the embossed strip and button were there for design reasons (instead of hiding the cool fix!). Splendid monochromatic coloring, too.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Leslie... I sure do miss your desiging days too. ;0) However... Wally and Lulu sure to enjoy your time more. hee hee
ReplyDeleteLeslie - your card is absolutely ingenious. I am so impressed with the manner in which you so deftly covered the paper piecing with the SB die cut strip. I just love the grey shading too.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful vintage card. I love everything about it from the image to your layout & papers. It's amazing!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful vintage image, and I love how you've kept the monochromatic look! So gorgeous with your wonderful sewing, and perfect embellishments!! Thanks for the great tip as well!! ♥
ReplyDeleteLovely! I like the vintage feel without the heaviness on so many vintage cards! It's picture perfect!!
ReplyDeleteSuch a lovely vintage card Leslie, Congratulations on being featured. Thanks for the tip on shortening the diecuts, such a clever idea. hugs Ursula
ReplyDeleteThis could not be more perfect. The monochromatic theme looks amazing with the sweet vintage image. Love this.
ReplyDeleteOh wow I love it, your coloring is perfect for a vintage image and I love your tip on making the die bigger, neat papers and stitching too!
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty with this lovely monotone image!
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