Jun 24 2007

First In Vogue

Published by leslierich at 3:00 pm under Cards, Stampin' Up! projects

Favorite VaseThis card is all about using underused supplies.  It started out with my intention of using up some of my Four Seasons paper.  Well, by the time I settled on the design you can see how far that went.  I did a little better using some Marigold Morning cardstock, which I’ve barely touched.  Not much of it shows, though.  The semi-funky ribbon is some I purchased quite a while ago on a Joann’s ribbon buying spree, figuring since it was different enough from all my other ribbons it would be a good addition to my collection.  This is the first time I’ve used it.  I used 5 1/4″.  At this rate I could make 27 cards from the 12 foot roll.  Actually, I made two of these cards, so that’s 10 1/2″ — only 25 more cards to go.  If you only knew how much ribbon I have and how I can not stop buying it!  It’s a weakness, but relatively harmless so I’m okay with it.

There was no effort at all involved in deciding which stamp set to use for this card.  I love this type of vase and flower stamp and have several of them.  That’s why Sassy Stems was one of my favorite sets from last year’s SU! catalog.  I was so happy to be able to purchase this Vases in Vogue set, a Level III hostess set which will be available in the new catalog.  I chose this particular vase, the Hot to Dot wheel and the colors all because of the ribbon.  I wheeled Hot to Dot in Marigold Morning on the diagonal so the dots appear more random, rather than lined up in a row.  I tried to keep the design light weight and simple, but still interesting, because this card will be sold and I try to keep those cards “no extra postage required”.  The rest of the card’s ingredients are listed below.  Now, I’m off to use some more of that ribbon!  Have a great evening!

All supplies are Stampin’ Up! except the ribbon and dimensional tape.

Stamps:  Vases in Vogue, Hot to Dot wheel

Paper:  Certainly Celery, Marigold Morning, Very Vanilla, Four Seasons designer paper

Ink:  Basic Brown, Marigold Morning, markers:  Apricot Appeal, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Certainly Celery

Accessories:  Ribbon, Scotch brand mounting tape, mat pack and piercer, distressing tool

21 Responses to “First In Vogue”

  1. # Elizabethon 24 Jun 2007 at 3:11 pm

    This is GORGEOUS! Beautiful! Love the colors, and your coloring is perfect!

  2. # Angelon 24 Jun 2007 at 4:21 pm

    I share your ribbon weakness. I have so many ribbons that I have “just in case” so I really need to stop buying. I did realize lately that I am horribly short on burgundy colored ribbons. I think I do have EVERY other color covered. :-)
    This card is a beaute!

  3. # Rose Annon 25 Jun 2007 at 12:44 am

    So pretty! I love the fresh colors and your choices of stamps, paper and pretty ribbon! I love your card!

  4. # trudeeon 25 Jun 2007 at 2:43 am

    Dangit you are making me want that set! LOL!! I love the fresh colors!!

  5. # sueon 25 Jun 2007 at 4:01 am

    Oh how very pretty and full of so much texture. Love it!

  6. # Micheleon 25 Jun 2007 at 5:15 am

    Your cards are fabulous! I just “found” your blog! You are very talented!

  7. # Marie - mariemcon 25 Jun 2007 at 5:43 am

    This is gorgeous!! Love the colors and all of the different layers and textures to the card. TFS

  8. # GinaPon 25 Jun 2007 at 5:43 am

    Wow, that is gorgeous!!! Love the color combo, the layout, everything. Just perfect!

  9. # Vickion 25 Jun 2007 at 5:46 am

    Super card Leslie!!!! I really want this set and was considering purchasing, but am hoping to get enough sales at my Open House/Garage Sale to get it!! My goal this year is to be more Frugal!!!!

  10. # bettyannmanghion 25 Jun 2007 at 6:29 am

    That is just lovely!

  11. # nancy littrellon 25 Jun 2007 at 9:45 am

    Leslie, you are the best at mixing and matching so many DP’s, stamps and ribbons…yet make everything go so well together. Yep, I can confirm your huge array of ribbons and been on your ribbon buying sprees. You are definately the ribbon queen. TFS your beauty…..

  12. # twinkson 25 Jun 2007 at 11:06 am

    Everything just fits nicely in place - I like guess what came first before reading your recipes. Just a gorgeous card! TFS!

  13. # Danaon 25 Jun 2007 at 4:43 pm

    LOVE it!! I am anxiously awaiting the arrive of that set and will surely be CASEing this when I get it. :) BTW - from one ribbon junkie to another - you can NEVER have TOO MUCH ribbon!! It is just not possible! LOL!

  14. # Bethany Paullon 25 Jun 2007 at 6:06 pm

    OH MY GOSH!!! This is awesome! I love the colors and all the different graphic backgrounds, including the ribbon.

  15. # Julieon 25 Jun 2007 at 6:09 pm

    AWESOME - love it with that 4 seasons DP!

  16. # sophia Landryon 25 Jun 2007 at 6:48 pm

    I really wasn’t sure about this set, but you really made this look great! I can’t wait to earn this and try it out!

  17. # Linda Bullardon 26 Jun 2007 at 6:09 am

    What a fantastic design for a tall narrow focal image! I really like the piercing peeking out between those layers. And congrats on using 10 1/2 inches of that ribbon! :o) Linda

  18. # Shel9999on 27 Jun 2007 at 6:47 pm

    So pretty! …I do not want that set…I do not want that set…

  19. # savorthejourneyon 27 Jun 2007 at 11:18 pm

    I just adore the many elements you’ve included on this card!

    ~Bev

  20. # Libbyon 01 Jul 2007 at 1:15 am

    Great card - I love all the dots! And now I see that you definitely do sell your cards (I just posted on another card asking about this!). :-) And man, I guess it was silly for me to send you ribbon, like you needed any more of it!! LOL!

  21. # Linda (LSN on SCS)on 01 Jul 2007 at 1:10 pm

    Super cute Leslie! Love the bright, fresh colors.

    Linda

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