For Mother's Day weekend I took a set of supplies for my mom and I to have a Pinterest party. Well, between boxing supplies and getting interested in a series called Dig, we didn't get much stamping done! Since I'm sick to death of unpacking, I thought it was such a shame to pack these supplies back up without giving the project a go. I've needed something simple to do lately, so inspired by
THIS pin, I created this Asian gate fold card. I had found this lovely ancient PSX poppy stamp (10-15 years old) in my mom's stash. I colored it with Inktense pencils.
I used this beautiful stamp that reminded me of a sweet coworker that always gives me the most amazing handmade cards, those little things mean so much. Love you Bonnie! <3 To emboss the front of a gate fold card, first cut and score your card. Score 2 1/8 from each side. Then put one side into the EF up to the score line and run through, and repeat with the other side. Fun! I added a strip of punched black for extra interest. Here's a little video, but I don't know if it will load. Not too techy with that stuff, but my fingers are crossed. Update: I don't know how to embed this video, but click
HERE to view.
Sharing the stamping with these sweet linky's:
Perfect card!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful this card is and the colours so dramatic.
ReplyDeleteAutumn, many thanks for all your lovely words left for me to read over at my blog. I surely appreciate your visits.
Wishes
Lynne
Oh Autumn, this is such an incredibly beautiful card, I love red so the flower head alone is stunning, you have coloured it so beautifully and the black background is so dramatic, and then the bow - wow, I just love it so, so much!! The sentiment is perfect too. I am sorry, though, I could not get the video to open up (sadly), it is probably me though and not you! Hugs, Anne xx
ReplyDeleteA wonderful card, Autumn!!! I would love to send you my Autumn card if you'd like to share your address with me!! cwhentge@grm.net
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely stunning, Autumn!! I love the gate fold and the embossing!! The poppies look amazing!! The bow is a perfect touch!! What a beautiful card this is my friend!! Have a great evening!! Big hugs :)
ReplyDeleteLisa
A Mermaid's Crafts
A card of beautiful contrasts Autumn, it is very elegant and classy. Xx
ReplyDeleteA lovely card . Falling in love with Poppies :)
ReplyDeleteI loved this black n red bold combo looks stunning and the gate fold looks very nice :)
ReplyDeleteAutumn, this is such a dramatic card, and I have to say, so different from what I've seen you do. but with your last post,to, it shows you are such a diverse artist! I love that poppy stamp and the embossing just makes this so special! Love it! And thank you for the tutorial. Big hugs!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! Love the flowers and amazing coloring combo!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing with us at Penny Black and More!
Beautiful and just striking against the black.
ReplyDeleteI can only see a photo of the video - you need to embed the code for it to play ;) Thanks so much for sharing with us at Penny Black & More.
Lynn x
DT
Beautiful flowers! Love the gatefold. Everything pops so beautifully against the black. I'm so glad you shared this with us in our May Flowers Challenge at Retro Rubber!
ReplyDeleteGosh Autumn you certainly have captured this poppy in such a beautiful way. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteJulie x
Absolutely gorgeous gate fold card! Love your choice of colors that make this card really stand out. Thank you for playing along with Retro Rubber and hope you will play with us again soon.
ReplyDeleteLove the embossed black background on this stunning card Autumn. So glad you decided to play, not unpack!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine
It's an absolutely beautiful card, Autumn! What a diverse artist you are! Those stunning flowers really pop against your black background! The bow is simply perfect! Love it!Thanks so much for the video!
ReplyDeleteBig hugs to you! Branka xx
So striking... Love me some black and orange (ahem-- in general... I'm an avowed East Bay A's fan! :-))
ReplyDeleteThis is a card full of love.
Beautifully balanced Autumn. Different style for you - gorgeous work. Happy Weekend! Nicola x
ReplyDeleteBEAUTIFUL, STUNNINGLY ELEGANT and TOTAL HEAD TURNER.... WOW Autumn - just INCREDIBLE. XXj.
ReplyDeletehello autumn! sweet card, luv those red poppies! I am so glad you played along with us at simon says stamp wednesday challenge!
ReplyDeleteblog-paperie blooms
ig-2klines
sparkle & shine, kindness *~*
Oh, Autumn, I love your beautiful poppies and the wonderful gatefold with the ribbon! It's stunning with the texture you've added and the out-of-the-box technique! Stunning card, sweet friend, and I hope you are enjoying your weekend! Hugs! xoxo
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Autumn...love the fancy fold, great card!
ReplyDeleteThanks for joining Stamping Sensations with this great entry, good luck.
ReplyDeleteHappy crafting
Tracy x
Gorgeous card! Love all the details inside and out. Thanks for playing along with Retro Rubber.
ReplyDeleteLove the color combo you chose! And the edges of this card are incredible, what a fantabulous design and details! The poppy stamp turned out awesome sauce and That ribbon closure is genius! Stunning dearie! Hugz to you muffin! ~Niki
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely card Autumn. I love the contrast of the bright red flowers on the black and white background! Beautiful sentiment on the inside as well. hugs :)
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous, Autumn. I love poppies! Did you see this? http://vervestamps.blogspot.de/2016/06/release-retrospective-winner.html Congrats!
ReplyDeleteAutumn, this card is STUNNING! Beautiful work for a delightful fun fold. Thanks so much for sharing this with Retro Rubber. Really hope to see you often in our gallery!!
ReplyDeleteThe embossed black is so elegant, and frames those gorgeous poppies so well. The tinting on the flowers is perfect.
ReplyDeleteAlison x
A CAS card from you? Wow - I know you are busy! I need to check out that Dig series if it took you away from crafting! Wonderful card. Hugz
ReplyDelete