Would you like to experiment with a design like this? You’ll find a supply list below, including a link to the stencil I used from A Colorful Life Designs. Follow the link and use the discount code ChrisFan10 to save 10% on your entire order! (Master Creator Bundles are excluded as they already have a 20% discount built in.)
Let’s get Started:
Card Base: 5.5 x 8.5, scored and folded at 4.25
Card Face: 5.25 x 4
White Vellum scraps for the snowflakes
This card face had gold snowflakes applied with a Glimmer machine. I wasn’t sure how to finish it, and then inspiration struck with this stencil.
Card Face:
- After applying a good coat of Pixie spray, I laid the card face down on my Grip Mat and positioned the stencil. I applied red ink over all exposed areas to create a tone-on-tone effect.
- I used a paper towel to remove red ink from the gold foiling (the foil won’t absorb the ink, making this a quick and easy task).
Other:
- I selected 3 dies and used my Big Shot to create the snowflakes.
- I looked through my sentiment binder and found one that suited the card perfectly.
I often create sentiments in advance against future need – they come in handy during busy times (like Christmas!). I also save sentiments that I create and then “change my mind” – which was the case here.
Assembly
- I glued the card face to the card base and added the vellum as shown.
- I added a small iridescent pearl to the center of each snowflake.
Final Thoughts:
I love the tone-on-tone swirls on this card, and the colour is unexpected for a snowflake card, but pure fun.
Supplies: (and links where possible)
I have listed the products I used and where to buy them. It’s a huge marketplace, and in most cases, you’ll find multiple sources and many alternatives to choose from.
Stencil: (see image below)
Starry Swirls, A Colorful Life Designs
Stamps/Dies: Stampin’ Up! (retired)
Ink: Stampin’ Up!
Blending Brushes: Stampin’ Up!
Adhesive: Tombow Aqua, Michaels
Card Base & Card Face: Accent 100 lb., Amazon
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Starry Swirls
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