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Let’s get Started:
Card Base: 5.5 x 8.5, scored and folded at 4.25
Border Layer: 5.5 x 4.25
Card Face: 5.5 x 4
Card Face:
- I laid the card face on the Grip Mat and positioned the Atomic Strands stencil. I used light green ink across the entire surface.
- After removing this stencil, I positioned the wreath on the card face: I applied dark green ink across all exposed areas
- I repositioned the stencil to place the berries where they belonged on the wreath and applied red ink across all exposed areas.
- Using a white gel pen, I added accents to both the leaves and the berries.
- I put the card face into an embossing folder and ran it through the Big Shot, creating depth and visual interest.
Other:
- I used a scrap piece of red cardstock to create the bow, securing a die to the paper and running it through the Big Shot.
Assembly
- I glued the red border layer to the card base, and centered the card face on top of these.
- I glued the bow in place, and then added a small metallic gem to the center as a finishing touch.
Final Thoughts:
I love the retro feel of the Mid Century Atomic Strands stencil, and I think it creates a wonderful vintage feel for this card.
Supplies: (and links where possible)
I have listed which products I have used, and where they may be purchased. It’s a huge marketplace and in most instances, there are multiple sources and many alternatives to choose from.
Stencils:
Mid Century Atomic Strands, A Colorful Life Designs
Layered Holly Berry Wreath, A Colorful Life Designs
Waffle Flower Grip Mat, 8.5 x 6.5, Scrapbook.com
Dies: Bow Toppers, Scrapbook.com
Ink: Stampin’ Up!
White Gel Pens, Arteza, Amazon
Blending Brushes: Stampin’ Up!
Adhesive: Tombow Aqua, Michaels
Cream Card Base & Card Face: Recollections 100 lb.,Michaels
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Mid Century Atomic Strands from A Colorful Life Designs
