Stampin' Up! Leaves Of A Tree &
Day Of Gratitude
Thie week's Pals Paper Arts Challenge is an Element of Style Challenge using ribbon. Ribbon challenges are always difficult for me as I guess I think the entire card should be ribbon! Or the focal point should be ribbon. With very few exceptions the extent of my ribbon use is wrapped around the card stock secured with a knot. This card used one of my favorite stamps - Leaves of a Tree - and TWO ribbon sources. I used Basic Black Taffeta RIBBON and the Lace RIBBON Border Punch! And they turned out to be somewhat of a secondary focal point! YAY!
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Stamp Sets -
- Leaves of a Tree (123843 - Holiday Mini)
- Day of Gratitude Clear Mount (121148) <-Featured item
- Autumn Days (115452) <-Featured item
Ink -
- Basic Black Classic Ink (101179)
- Riding Hood Red Classic Ink (111836)
- Riding Hood Red Stampin' Write Marker (120971)
Paper -
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Whisper White Card Stock (100730)
- Basic Black Card Stock (102851)
- Regals Collection Paper Stack (117154) <-Featured item
Accessories -
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3/8'' Basic Black Taffeta Ribbon (119962)
Tools -
- Lace Ribbon Border Punch (122362) <Featured item
- Scallop Oval Punch (119856)
- Movers & Shapers Punch Windows (115953) <- Featured item
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Movers & Shapers Curly Label (114506)
- Paper Snips (103579)
Putting It Together Tips:
- At first glance this card seems to be somewhat complex, but it is really the rule of three - the image, the sentiment, and the ribbon.
- Coloring the image is simply a matter of focusing on a very small area of the tree at a time and using the fine tip of a Stampin' Write marker. You might even go with several colors. I was going for more of a monochromatic feel.
- Using the paper Snips I cut out the small leaf from the Autumn Days set. It was the perfect accent to pull the leaves of the tree over to the sentiment. Invest in a pair of paper Snips they are such a pleasure to use. You're only as good as the tools you use. So use the best you can afford!
- Using the very thin Basic Black mat really makes the reds pop. It also pulls in the black from the tree and the sentiment to give the card coherency.
- The taffeta ribbon was a bit narrow to create the impact I wanted, so I used the Lace Ribbon Border Punch to "mat" the ribbon and give it some presence.
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WOW ! I would not have thought of that color combo. Very nice.. clean, crisp and cool! love it! TFS... as always.... you ROCK!
Posted by: Bobbi Miller | 10/27/2011 at 07:48 PM
I love your colour choices!
Posted by: Barb in Ontario | 10/27/2011 at 06:29 PM
Love this card and the ribbon layers really add a nice touch. I almost didn't guess where you used the shaper & movers die, but thanks to Ann above I see it now!
Posted by: Joni Kelly | 10/27/2011 at 05:05 PM
Beautiful, Mike! This is a classic! I love your double scalloped oval!
Posted by: Ann Schach | 10/27/2011 at 04:34 PM
Wow, this is stunning! My computer often hinks up colors, so the ink looks like basic gray, which is actually lovely! Sort of adds even another dimension to it. Wow, can't imagine markering that tree like you did without your eyes crossing! Hope you can still see.
Posted by: Deb B - Debadoo | 10/27/2011 at 04:24 PM
What a beautiful card, Mike! Love the colors you used! And, this tree stamp is really growing on me! May have to add it to my next order!
Great job with the challenge! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Margaret Moody | 10/27/2011 at 02:51 PM
WOW!!!
Posted by: Terry | 10/27/2011 at 01:42 PM
Love that you stayed with all red for your leaves - very striking!
Posted by: Linda Callahan | 10/27/2011 at 01:06 PM
I like this, Mike! Everything from the stripes going horizontal to the little red leaf on your sentiment ... gorgeous!
Posted by: Pam Giudici | 10/27/2011 at 12:45 PM
Mike, I love your color choices here!
Posted by: Queen Mary | 10/27/2011 at 11:43 AM
The card is wonderful - love the colors you used and both ribbons - thanks for sharing your tutorial and tips...always apprecoated!
Posted by: Carol Carriveau | 10/27/2011 at 11:40 AM
I love the way you balanced the two focal points - the tree and the ribbon. I rarely think of using black ribbon, but after seeing your card, I'm going to start using it more.
Posted by: Pat Dickneider | 10/27/2011 at 11:19 AM
Thanks Jess,
I just wanted to do something extra, but no inspiration! Matbe next time! LOL
Mike
PS - September 1st marks the beginning of the Holiday Mini season. Check out the great ideas for Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Valentines Day!
Posted by: Mike Funke | 10/27/2011 at 10:50 AM
Lovely card Mike. I love that tree! My ribbon use is mostly wrapped around the card and tied in a knot too! lol Nothing wrong with that...it adds to the card. I like the sentiment too. TFS
Jess
Posted by: Jessica | 10/27/2011 at 09:24 AM
Gorgeous color and great use of ribbon!
Hugs, M
Posted by: Mary Fish | 10/27/2011 at 08:46 AM
Love the card!
Posted by: Sharon J. | 10/27/2011 at 08:32 AM
Mike great FaLL card and again this can be used for MANY occassions. Just beautiful colors and love your double matted sentiment. (I love doing that). Classy card.
hugs
Posted by: diane oliver | 10/27/2011 at 08:21 AM
Mike, you have no idea how much you inspire me, I follow many blogs but eagerly look for yours everyday....thanks so much for sharing.
Posted by: tammy fletcher | 10/27/2011 at 08:20 AM
The tree looks awesome and your touch of ribbon is nice without being overpowering. The falling leaf adds a nice touch.
Posted by: Ginger | 10/27/2011 at 08:09 AM
This is gorgeous and maybe my brain is not quite right this morning, but, how did you get that double scalloped oval???
Posted by: Celia Cawthon | 10/27/2011 at 08:01 AM
This is beautiful! Very striking colors!
Posted by: TrishG | 10/27/2011 at 07:59 AM
Very nice, Mike. I like your choice of colors, too. I think I need that stamp!
Posted by: Carol Lucas | 10/27/2011 at 07:36 AM
Mike, I love this fall card especially the ribbon running down the middle of the lace punch!
Posted by: Pinky | 10/27/2011 at 07:27 AM
Knock out! I love your color combo and using the paper lace to fill part of the challenge.
Great job Mike.
Posted by: RaeInReno | 10/27/2011 at 07:07 AM
The tree is beautiful and love the leaf added to the sentiment!
Posted by: Edna M. | 10/27/2011 at 05:11 AM