Hi Crafters,
Today I have something a little different to share with you, using the fabulous new 3x4" Vintage Journal Cards. I have used one of the six designs per sheet, for my Calendar Card. Using an easel design card, it was the perfect size to be front and centre and tones in perfectly with so many laces and embellishments.
I had in mind "a gift for someone who has everything" when brainstorming this idea. We all need a calendar in our busy lives - but instead of a store bought calendar, I have made something special instead.
For the centre, using multiple layers of coordinating A4 watercolour paper in shades of pink and green, I distressed the edges and mounted with foam tape for extra dimension, finally topping with the Vintage Flower Journal Card.
Also cut out from the watercolour paper is the lovely flourish detail, it was the perfect size and shape for embellishing the bottom.
With all the wonderful laces and ribbons Meg has available in the store, it was easy to find coordinating and tonal finishes to the card, decorating the sides and adding complimenting flowers and bling.
As I designed this to be a card as well as a functional calendar, I still wanted a space inside to write my message to the recipient. The A4 watercolour paper came to my rescue again, being the ideal muted colour tone and easy to write on.
Make sure to take a stroll through the Garden today, and have a look at all the wonderful new designs and products to tempt every crafter!
Julia xx
Today I have something a little different to share with you, using the fabulous new 3x4" Vintage Journal Cards. I have used one of the six designs per sheet, for my Calendar Card. Using an easel design card, it was the perfect size to be front and centre and tones in perfectly with so many laces and embellishments.
I had in mind "a gift for someone who has everything" when brainstorming this idea. We all need a calendar in our busy lives - but instead of a store bought calendar, I have made something special instead.
For the centre, using multiple layers of coordinating A4 watercolour paper in shades of pink and green, I distressed the edges and mounted with foam tape for extra dimension, finally topping with the Vintage Flower Journal Card.
Also cut out from the watercolour paper is the lovely flourish detail, it was the perfect size and shape for embellishing the bottom.
With all the wonderful laces and ribbons Meg has available in the store, it was easy to find coordinating and tonal finishes to the card, decorating the sides and adding complimenting flowers and bling.
As I designed this to be a card as well as a functional calendar, I still wanted a space inside to write my message to the recipient. The A4 watercolour paper came to my rescue again, being the ideal muted colour tone and easy to write on.
Make sure to take a stroll through the Garden today, and have a look at all the wonderful new designs and products to tempt every crafter!
Julia xx
A gorgeous card/calendar Julia,very pretty and I love all your layers and bling!.
ReplyDeleteThis is so so lovely :)
ReplyDelete