Aug 15 2007

Shabby But True Friend

Published by leslierich at 10:14 pm under Cards, Stampin' Up! projects

Shabby but trueJust a quick post tonight because I used up all my computer time downloading and installing a Norton Antivirus upgrade.  Gosh, I didn’t think it would take so long!

I wanted to have some more fun with my True Friends set but use some of my new Linen Prints paper, as well.  The two aren’t really made for each other but these seemed to work okay.  Isn’t there a wheel or a background that matches this paper?  I’m sure there’s a set that coordinates with it, but I haven’t taken the time to figure it out yet.  I guess it’s not one that’s caught my eye.  Any ideas?

The feel of this card is a complete turnabout from the last card I made with this set.  I used Cameo Coral, Ruby Red and Old Olive markers to color the flower.  I sometimes have a hard time discerning the difference between Regal Rose and Cameo Coral.  I do think this is Cameo Coral in this paper, though.  I shabbied it up with distressing and sponging.  Inside the card I stamped “Priceless” from…well…the Priceless set.  I love using these two sets together.  Don’t those leaves remind you of Doodle This, too?  Lots of possibilities!

I must sign off now and hit the hay (nighttime blogger, here).  There’s details listed below.  Have a wonderful day!

Stamps:  True Friend

Paper:  Chocolate Chip, Cameo Coral, Whisper White, Linen Prints

Ink:  Close to Cocoa, Markers:  Cameo Coral, Ruby Red, Old Olive, Chocolate Chip

Accessories:  Non-SU! ribbon, brads, Scotch brand dimensional mounting tape

25 Responses to “Shabby But True Friend”

  1. # Mercyon 16 Aug 2007 at 12:35 am

    GIRL…this ain’t shabby at all! this is a beauty! wonderful job!

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  3. # well said cardson 16 Aug 2007 at 4:26 am

    I love seeing my favorite color combo of green and pink on a card. I like how you distressed the edge of the paper.

  4. # Angelon 16 Aug 2007 at 4:39 am

    This is gorgeous… as usual! I love it!

  5. # StamperSharonon 16 Aug 2007 at 4:53 am

    You all are killing me with this set . . . I have it but haven’t had time to play yet (much less have a place to stamp yet, LOL!). Just gorgeous, Leslie! The coordinating set is Flowers & Flourish but I like your combo better!

  6. # Natashaon 16 Aug 2007 at 7:29 am

    Ooh, very pretty! I love this paper with this set!! Fabulous!

  7. # Beth B.on 16 Aug 2007 at 8:13 am

    Leslie - that’s gorgeous!! Love it! Thanks for sharing!

    Beth (mommy to a nearly-4 yr old)

  8. # Nancy Riley (stampinat6213)on 16 Aug 2007 at 8:19 am

    WOW! Gorgeous card! Gotta love the new True Friends stamp set! So versatile!

  9. # Susan (rainy)on 16 Aug 2007 at 8:45 am

    Well if this paper and stamp set didn’t go together before… They sure do NOW!! Leslie this is beautiful! Love how you brought the two together with just a little red brad in the center of the flower. Perfect!

  10. # Jamion 16 Aug 2007 at 11:51 am

    LOVE this!!!! I need that set AND that paper!

  11. # twinkson 16 Aug 2007 at 11:57 am

    Very beautiful!

  12. # Julieon 16 Aug 2007 at 12:52 pm

    So lovely - great colors and that DP ROCKS!!

  13. # Bethany Paullon 16 Aug 2007 at 1:24 pm

    I think your paper and stamps are a great combo. Beautiful card.

  14. # Micheleon 16 Aug 2007 at 2:05 pm

    This is a gorgeous card! Wonderful job!

  15. # Rose Annon 16 Aug 2007 at 2:31 pm

    You are creating some super gorgeous cards with this set, Leslie! I’m really loving the patterned paper you used, and I didn’t think I liked it all that well. You’ve changed my mind. *wink*

  16. # The Stampin' Soldieron 16 Aug 2007 at 2:47 pm

    OOOOO! and AHHHHHH!

  17. # nancy littrellon 16 Aug 2007 at 5:06 pm

    TFS your linen DP. It was great to see it in use. I knew I would like it and do have it on my wishlist. Loving the Priceless set too and your design and destressing.

  18. # Joan Bon 16 Aug 2007 at 7:24 pm

    Ok, I’m off the floor. This is a knockout. Please come to Washington DC and teach me your tricks!!! Wow.

  19. # Laurieon 16 Aug 2007 at 7:48 pm

    Love this layout! Great card!

  20. # Cathrine StClairon 17 Aug 2007 at 2:48 am

    This is a lovely card. I’m not very good with combining so many layers, but you did it beautifully here.

  21. # Linda Bullardon 17 Aug 2007 at 5:59 am

    I love the more whimsical take here for this True Friend set. Love the repeat of the dots with the ribbon and that big red brad flower center. I think the distressing and sponging adds more warmth and charm. The design/placement of the layers is perfection, as always. Is there perhaps a True Friend/Doodle This combo card in the making??? Linda

  22. # jacksonbelleon 17 Aug 2007 at 6:29 am

    This is just darling!!! WHY didn’t I get this set!? LOVE what your doing with it Leslie! :)

  23. # christina fischeron 17 Aug 2007 at 7:47 am

    Oh, oh, oh — this is wonderful! Love the colors, love the layout! :)

  24. # Shel9999on 18 Aug 2007 at 5:53 pm

    I think these prints work well with this stamp set! But I’ve always thought you can make ANYthing work, Leslie!! Love the color combo too!

  25. # trudeeon 19 Aug 2007 at 4:48 am

    Gorgeous, Leslie! I love the way that brad echoes the dots in the background! Love the shab, too!

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