Sunday, July 29, 2012

retro sketches 22 with Dynamic Duos 13

Today has dawned rainy and I figure that's as good excuse as any to spend some time with stamps and ink.  If I'm lucky I should be able to get quite a few cards knocked out today for some upcoming challenges.  First I tackled the newest retro sketch and paired it with the colors at Dynamic Duos.



These earthy colors made me want to do something with leaves.  I've got quite a few leafy sets that I like to use but I chose Gently Falling because it's the one I probably use the least and I wanted to see what I could come up with.  I paired it with some DSP from Woodland Walk and a wee sentiment from Tiny Tags.

This is the first time I've used the new Argyle embossing folder and I really like it.  It's gives a good crisp image without tearing the cardstock and it has an interesting pattern.  I also added a bit of Crumb Cake taffeta ribbon with one of the new Ribbon Slides and I highlighted my leaves with an Antique Brad.

Well, I'm off to recharge with some coffee and breakfast, then it's back to "work" in my stamp room.  Thanks for stopping by!

12 comments:

Marisa said...

Fabulously done, Jen!! Love it :)

Brenda said...

Love this! The textures are amazing!

laurie said...

This is an awesome card. I love the colors and textures!

Lisa Elton said...

So PRETTY Jen, love the way you've used our colors and worked them into this cute sketch. Thanks for playing along with us at Dynamic Duos!

Allisa said...

Love your trio of leaves. Lovely card. Thanks for playing with us at Dynamic Duos!

Carole said...

Hello Jen, thanks for your visit and comment. It looks like a beautiful garden of hydrangeas behind your lovely photo. My favorite flower. Your card is elegant with so much texture and interesting details.

Darnell said...

These are such great challenges together. Your card is terrific, Jen! I love all the texture you added to the layers and how you've used the ribbon slide, and your little cute tag ... Yummo!!

Susan Joyce said...

Lovely balanced card Jen, adore all your design elements.

Anni said...

I love all the pretty details on your card: the button, the brad and the tag! So lovely!
Thank you so much for playing along with us at Dynamic Duos.
Anni

Michelle said...

Jen, this is gorgeous!

paige said...

I love your card design! So happy you joined us this week at Dynamic Duos!

Rae said...

Such a gorgeous card...I love it!