circle of thanks

pulled out some of my old stock and saw this stamp and embossing folder set (Floral Wreath) from Hero Arts - I loved how the flowers are embossed exactly where they should be so long as one is careful to ensure that the stamped image is aligned properly with the embossing folder ... in my case, there was a slight misalignment but then who is perfect always?

the colour scheme was inspired by Colour Me Challenge CMCC#21 - Subtle

love in gold

My first attempt at inlaid die-cutting, and I am so totally in love with this new technique... and kicking myself for not discovering this earlier! For more information on this technique - tune in to Jennifer Mcquire's video on Die-Cut Inlay, and a big thank you to Jennifer for such a clear video!

card design was based on this week's Freshly Made Sketches #135, using the red and white colour monochromatic scheme from ColourMe #19 (which challenge  I was unfortunately too late for submission)

a close-up of the added layers to the heart in the centre to give it more dimension - the sentiment and edges were embossed in gold

'love' stamp is from Paper Smooches - Simply Said stamp set and the heart die-cuts are from QuicKutz - Nesting Scallop Hearts Dies

happy birthday in aqua

card design was inspired by this week's Freshly Made Sketches #133 and the colour palette of blues and aquas come from Colour Me Challenge #17 - Playful

the 'happy birthday' stamp comes from Hero Arts - Good Luck Stamp Your Story set, stamped using Tsukineko Kaleidacolor Rainbow Dye Inkpad - Caribbean Sea, and clear-embossed