I have been obsessing over these pretty, lacy butterfly dies from Karen Burniston's new Butterfly Pivot Card die set and the companion decorator set. I thought it would be fun to show that, while they're gorgeous when used on a Pop it Ups card, they are also beautiful on their own.
Since color is the theme over at the Inspiration Emporium blog this month, I decided to use this pretty paper from Prima. I added Tissue Tape here and there to give it a little more texture. The stamp (one of my faves) was inked with Wendy Vecchi's Watering Can ink, leaving the 'to be wonderful' uninked. After I stamped it, I added Chit Chat stickers and one of the new Alpha Parts to complete the sentiment.
To finish it off, I added some of the new idea-ology Jute String and a length of Crinkle Ribbon that was dyed with Worn Lipstick Distress Stain. Speaking of which, I need to remember to use my stains more. Did you ever see this pretty sampler of ribbon I made a couple years ago? So pretty! I think I'll have a little dyeing party soon!
Most everything I used can be found at Inspiration Emporium via the links below. Don't forget to use my coupon code - stamptramp - to save yourself 10%!
I'm off to a spring-y tea party to celebrate my birthday (a bit early). I have the best friends! Hope you all have a fantastic and creative weekend. :)
Beautiful Tag Shelly, I love your metal butterflies, they rock!! I am hoping that spring is right around the corner too!! Let's keep our fingers crossed.
ReplyDeleteYour work is always such inspiration. I live in NE Wisconsin which has truly been the frozen tundra since mid-November. Can't wait to see real butterflies even though yours are awesome. I subscribe to your blog feed through netvibes. I hope you have stats on those of us who are not bloglovin' fans. thanks as always for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! I just love seeing the dies used for things other than pop-ups. Your faux finishes are so realistic looking. So impressive! I shall think thawing thoughts for you.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Shelly, the industrial look butterflies contrast fabulously with the soft colours in the background xx
ReplyDeleteI'm enjoying your ATB's so much . Especially making Tim's tag as an ATB. I remember clearly how beautifully you took his 12 tags of Christmas and used them in a configuration tray. Your butterflies today sent me running (truth be told I drove) to my local craft store to snag the die and I'll try your technique tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteWhat did you use as background on the blocks? Paper or paint and stamping? I'd love to give them a try but I can't figure out the first steps. Thanks - everything you share on your blog is greatly appreciated.
Very beautiful Shelly, love it!
ReplyDeleteGreetings,
Ellen
I loved your Tag when I first saw it on Pinterest. What a great choice of products and talent.
ReplyDeleteGreat tag! Hope you have a great birthday week and celebrate in a big way Saturday!
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about the weather. It was a beautiful day here in the UK. I worked in the garden for a few hours & the sun felt so good. It's back to the cold weather tomorrow however, hopefully not for too long.
ReplyDeleteYour tag is gorgeous, love the butterflies.