Friday, April 29, 2011

Waltzingmouse Stamps May 2011 Previews–Day 2

Hi people, and welcome back to the Waltzingmouse Stamps preview, specifically, day 2.  I hope you enjoyed all the projects posted by the Design Team highlighting Gingham & Co.  Today we are showcasing another great set that will be available from WMS on May 1st at 1:00 p.m. Central time.

Today’s set is a wonderful set specifically for use when creating invitations and thank you cards for AFTER the fact.  Either way, I’m sure you will find this set as useful as I do.

I have two projects to share with you today…first the invitation

Join-Us-invite

I created a fairly generic invitation to join us for a celebration.  Using some great patterned papers from Kaiser Craft layered on a card base of brown, sets the backdrop of this card.  I created a scalloped border which was layered on top of a piece of satin ribbon.  I snipped off the edge of the ribbon and then frayed the edges before adding some distress ink to it so better match the distressing on the other papers.

I used a flourish image included in the Join Us set to stamp onto ivory cardstock.  I then sponged on a thin layer of Gesso before adding the distress ink around the edged.

Join-Us-inviteCU

My embellishment is a combination of flowers, ribbon buttons and twine…simple and effective.

Thank-you-Join-Us

It’s always nice to send a think you to those who visit, and the Join Us set also contains a slew of sentiments to complete any “thank you” that you may have need for.  This card is fairly simple, but dressed up with images from the set that were stamped and layered atop patterned paper and lined along the card.

Thank-you-Join-Us-CU

A few pearls and scallops dress up this plain “thank you” with the elegance that Waltzingmouse Stamps images offer. 

I just adore this set and can see me using it often for even the simplest invitations and thank you notes that I may have a need for.

Are you ready for even more inspiration using the Join Us set?  If so, be sure to stop by the rest of the Design Team where they will have some awesome examples of ways to use this set.

Stamps – Card #2: Join Us (Waltzingmouse Stamps)
Papers: Kraft, Basic Manila (Basic Grey)
Inks: Soft Suede
Accessories: 1-1/4” Square Punch, Scallop Square Punch, Zva Creative Pearls (PEC-02CB-101), Scallop Border Punch, Foam Adhesive

25 comments:

Helen L said...

Both cards are just amazing!! I love that you used browns: not a color I go for, so it was a wonderful reminder that even brown can be done beautifully!!

Deirdre said...

Lynn, another stunning creation. Love the invite and the thank you. Love the muted tones and distressing... love everything!

Chrisd said...

Wow that set really caught my eye are a must get . I really liked your Thank you notes. The layering and extras are fit for any truly special occasion. Can't wait to see more from the release.

Julia Aston said...

Very pretty Lynn! love the nestie framings on the first and all the pretty pearls on the 2nd!

Debgem said...

I really like the quiet and understated elegance of both these cards. Beautiful!!

Bonnie said...

Love the gorgeous tones Lynn! Fabulous creations!

anya said...

So beautiful, Lynn! I love the neutral colors you used for both cards. I really like the variety of layers you combined for your first card - they look fantastic together. And your thank you card is *stunning*!! So elegant with all the pearls and scallops!

Diane Jaquay said...

That invitation is so warm and rich feeling, Lynn! And I love the beautiful detail of the 2nd card! Fabulous creations today!

Crystal said...

Your creations are soooo beautiful Lynn, OMG I SOOO LOVE the kraft on these, so elegant and gorgeous! happy Friday!

Antje said...

Very elegant - love it!

Patti J said...

Lynn, your invitation is so elegant. What a statement the simplicity makes! Gorgeous, my friend! I love all of the pearls on your second card - must have taken you for EVER to do that one! Hope you are well - miss 'chatting' with you!!! Have a great Friday!

Moira said...

Love both of the cards but especially the simple but elegant Thank YOu. The excitment is building!

Jen said...

More wonderful creations!
Thank you for sharing

Wendy ten Hove said...

Oeh, pretty, Lynn! The colors that you used on these cards are really pretty, very very stylish! I totally fell in love with the second card, loooove all the gorgeous pearls and the way you used the wonderful stamps!! Sooo pretty!

Hugs, Wendy

Rachel P said...

Wow, did you make the patterned paper in card #1? Beautiful! I love these vintage, aged colors...so elegant. I will be casing these cards for sure! :)

Jen Cuthbertson said...

These are gorgeous, Lynn! I love the flourishes you used and all of the krafty goodness!

Peggysuez said...

Pretty stuff!

Mona L. Pendleton said...

So pretty Lynn! Love the soft distressing!

Barb Ghig said...

Your cards are absolutely GORGEOUS! So creative ~ Thanks so much for the inspiration!!!

Kate W. said...

The word that comes to my mind when I look at your cards is smooooth! All the details have come together to create something flawless.

Sandie said...

Absolutely stunning!! Both cards are just amazing. xx

pattywagan said...

Love the kraft cardstock with this stamp! Oh and the pearls too!

Ren-Yi said...

beautiful invite and thank you card. love the amazing neutral color combos and how elegant they are.

Serena said...

Love the mix of patterns and shapes on the invitation! Beautiful!

Kim Burmeister said...

Wow! These are so soft and pretty! I can't pick a favorite! Gorjus!