simple tradition- a challenge for you.
We all spend a lot of time trying to be different. I know I do. We want to come up with something unique. Whether it's an unexpected color combination or a complicated layout- we all like to create something new.
But sometimes, doing something simple and expected is so good.
Today's challenge is to go traditional and simple. If you look at my card sample below, you will see just a couple layers, traditional Christmas colors and a dab of embellishment.
The most complicated part of this card was to add some crystal lacquer to the Christmas balls. In the first photo, you can see the dimension and shine that it provides. In this photo, the shine did not come through.
Card details:
stamps- The magic of Christmas by Rupa Shevde
paper- Stampin' Up Real Red and Glorious Green (? is that the right name?) Basic Grey Wassill patterned paper, (coming soon!)
ink- Memento Tuxedo black
other- Copic markers, Crystal Lacquer, Gina K. Designs Pure Luxury Ribbon- holiday collection.
So grab some red and green card stock and create something simple.
Post the cards here in this thread so we can all share our work with each other.
(It's super simple to actually post the full card right in the thread so we don't have to use keywords or search all over the place to see each other's work. Click on post a comment. Then, click on the little box and browse your computer for the picture of your card. Then, upload it. It will just look like html code until you actually make your post. Then, you photo will be embedded right there for all of us to see! You can comment on each other's work right there too!)
What's coming up? On Tuesday, preview day 1 of our November release. We have some fabulous stamp sets coming your way and a new product that I have been searching the industry for for well over five years!!! It's PURE LUXURY! And I will reveal it on Tuesday.
Have a great day!
Hugs,
Gina K.
But sometimes, doing something simple and expected is so good.
Today's challenge is to go traditional and simple. If you look at my card sample below, you will see just a couple layers, traditional Christmas colors and a dab of embellishment.
The most complicated part of this card was to add some crystal lacquer to the Christmas balls. In the first photo, you can see the dimension and shine that it provides. In this photo, the shine did not come through.
Card details:
stamps- The magic of Christmas by Rupa Shevde
paper- Stampin' Up Real Red and Glorious Green (? is that the right name?) Basic Grey Wassill patterned paper, (coming soon!)
ink- Memento Tuxedo black
other- Copic markers, Crystal Lacquer, Gina K. Designs Pure Luxury Ribbon- holiday collection.
So grab some red and green card stock and create something simple.
Post the cards here in this thread so we can all share our work with each other.
(It's super simple to actually post the full card right in the thread so we don't have to use keywords or search all over the place to see each other's work. Click on post a comment. Then, click on the little box and browse your computer for the picture of your card. Then, upload it. It will just look like html code until you actually make your post. Then, you photo will be embedded right there for all of us to see! You can comment on each other's work right there too!)
What's coming up? On Tuesday, preview day 1 of our November release. We have some fabulous stamp sets coming your way and a new product that I have been searching the industry for for well over five years!!! It's PURE LUXURY! And I will reveal it on Tuesday.
Have a great day!
Hugs,
Gina K.
Love your card-simple or not. One of these days I'm going to break down and buy that curner punch. Probably with my next order after the new releasees tehe.
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Gina - I love your card! "Simple" but really lovely. Can't wait to get home and make some cards. Darn work always gets in the way of stamping!
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Really gorgeous card!!!
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Gina, most often, the simplest and most traditional is certainly the most elegant. This card indeed is most elegant. Thanks for sharing!!
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Beautiful. I love the cyrstal lacquer. Simple and elegant.
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Gina, This is truly an elegant card. This is the style I like! Just beautiful.
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You are such a tease!! I love your card and I have posted my card already!
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Stunning card, Gina! Great idea for a challenge. I hope to play later today.
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May God bless both you "Love Birds" on your 15th wedding anniversary. Hopefully your girls will understand PDA's when they fall in love and marry.
Loved your simple Christmas card and love the crystal laquer look. It makes the card!!!!!!
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Very Classy card - Love it - I have a jump start on Christmas cards thanks to the Cruise Christmas card swap but still a bunch to make - I'll be doing one very similar...noe that I see yours!!!
Being back in the real world still feels a little weird sometimes after cruise world...I suppose my scars will heal eventually from the trauma...figuretively and with me literally...LOL...yup its me...
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Hey I can't wait to hear about this new product-- looking forward to Tuesday!
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Can't wait to see the new goodies. Wonder what the new product is....hint, hint, please.
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this is such a simple but very elegant card. Love it
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Woooow!!! this card is perfect!!! your blog is beautiful. Sorry for my bad english, I speak spanish.
Saludos desde México.
Nayheli
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Yes, traditional and simples can be the best. Love this card, Gina, it's beautiful in it's simplicity.
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I second that! "Expected" and 'simple' are often the best, and most certainly are a good thing! Love your classy glossy ornaments card, Gina!
Now what on earth is this new product?1?!?1 I'm not always good at waiting! hahaha
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I am glad to hear about the new paper as it is difficul to find paper stiff enough to hold the card. Especially whenyou tend to over emblish like I do , so this is a must ttry for me. Loe the carsd holder for the beans Vert clasy style and paper chosen is perfect.
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I can't wait to get the 120 lb paper. I like SU white, but it's not sturdy enough.
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