I love the crisp and beautiful wedding-themed images in Just Married, a stamp set that was introduced in the 2013 Spring Catalog. It wasn’t until the set made its way into the 2013-2014 Annual Catalog that I finally ordered it. I’ve always been hyper-focused on the multi-tiered wedding cake, but my mind went right to the two pairs of shoes the moment I saw this sketch from Nance Leedy, this week’s challenge from The Paper Players:
Here’s my card based on Nance’s sketch:
Tips, Tricks and Reminders:
- Balance of colors. I talk about it all the time, but this card is a good example of balancing the colors. The three colors (Blushing Bride, Basic Black and Soft Slate are pretty well-balanced here when you try my patented squinting technique (please send me a nickel). I cropped several layers of cardstock in different colors until I came up with the combination I liked best.
- Check your Papers. I knew I wanted a classy Designer Series Paper on my card. I looked for Basic Black papers, Smoky Slate papers or Blushing Bride papers. When I came across this classy image from Eastern Elegance, I know I was in love.
- Snipping the Day Away. I really like these shoes, but I felt like they needed something extra. Could I add some color with my Blender Pens? Because you know me well, you might have guessed that I snip my way to the look I wanted. I stamped the shoes on Whisper White with Jet Black Stazon and then again on Smoky Slate and again on Blushing Bride. I snipped the inside soles from the Smokey Slate and snipped the bows from the Blushing Bride. I really liked this combination.
Stamp Sets: Just Married, Petite Pairs Inks: Jet Black StazOn Papers: Basic Black, Smoky Slate, Whisper White, Eastern Elegance, Blushing Bride Accessories: 1-3/8″ Circle punch, Labels Collection Framelits, 5/8″ Organza Ribbon, Circles Collection Framelits, Stampin’ Dimensionals
Thanks for stopping by my blog today!
Brian
What a great wedding card! SO clever!
Beautiful! Just perfect for that special day!
That is wonderful! A perfect blend of femininity and masculinity, and the two pairs of shoes suggest the intimacy of marriage. Very nice, Brian!
The hint of blushing bride on this card is delightful!
I love the classic elegance of this card Brian! You layered and snipped your way right to the heart of the matter! Gorgeous!! Softly and subtly SUPERB!!!
I love the look of those shoes! I’ve got to remember that technique!!
Great wedding card. I like the “fun” aspect, not “stuffy”. Very attractive layout, color combo, and of course “snipping”.
Your timing is perfect Brian – you read my mind. I am attending a wedding out of state on Saturday the 29th! LOL
So for the shoes you actually stamped it three times indifferent colors and then snipped out the various parts and glued it all together? That’s super cool!
For you, what do you think the biggest difference is between inking it in and doing the multiple stamps?
Fabulous, Brian! So unique and clever!
Hi Brian, I wanted to take a few minutes to thank you for your awesome blog, and for sharing part of you with all of us out here in blogger land.
I subscribe to your posts, and have gleaned many tips from you, and I especially liked a card you made some time ago with Jewish Celebrations. I’m not 100% certain it was you, but pretty sure. Maybe it isn’t you after all because I have searched every post and haven’t found it.
If you were the wonderful guy who posted a non-traditional card using Jewish Celebrations, would you pleaseeeeeee tell me where to find the post on your blog.
Thank you for everything, Linda Fisher http://www.devotedstamper.com
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Beautiful card! You are the king at fussy cutting and creating amazing details….love where your mind goes…great card!
A really cute card . I love the pink bows on the shoes . You get an “A” in Expert Snippery . !
Fab card! Love those shoes and paper! Excellent balance…great job!!!
What a fab card Brian!! love it!
I often use this technique in my cards too… I love to add colour this way.
What a unique and fantastic take on the sketch!!
Oh my gosh!! This is just adorable….great way to use the sketch!!!
Hey Brian, I love your wedding card and wish I had that set for my niece’s reception that is coming up soon. Very cool card.
hmm, like this one. Haven’t got a wedding stamp set in my collection at all at present. Have just borrowed a load off Loz as have a comission from a photographer friend. Could turn into a regular thing for his wedding photography sessions, so I may have to invest in this one. 🙂
What a magnificent card!!! Love it! 🙂
Brian, this is a fantastic use of the sketch–you really nailed it! From the elegant paper to the color scheme to those snip-tastic shoes, it all ROCKS! Thank you so much for the focus and sincere creativity you brought to each of our challenges. I will miss you! ((hugs))
Brian, I have two things to say. I love this card…and I want those cute shoes! Eeek! You are such a rockstar for all of the fussy cut detail you added. Wowzers! This is such a great wedding day card with the perfect mix of elegance and class. Thank you so much for being a part of the Paper Players team over the past 6 months. You have been a true team player and I love to have had the opportunity to work alongside you. I always enjoy visiting your blog, you always bring a big smile to my face with your fun posts. Big hugs sent your way! 🙂
Wow! What a card! You fussy cut those pieces like a pro! I really enjoyed being on the DT and I will see you in a few weeks roomie! 🙂
What a perfect take on the sketch, Brian! Pure brilliance to use two sets of shoes as the elements in the sketch. Great colors, too, perfect for a wedding card. It was fun to work along side you on the DT! Hugs 🙂 Sandy