Happy 4th of July my friends! Today I'm sharing a few more cards I made for the Simon Says Stamp 100th Flickr Challenge celebration. These cards were all made with the SSS Emma Background Stamp. Embossing different portions of the stamp gives so many options for unique card ideas.
I wanted to try out some new embossing powders and thought this would be a good way to test the colors. The 4th of July card was embossed with Wendy Vecchi Cornflower Blue, then sponged with Fired Brick DI. The happy die is by Little Yellow Bicycle. The 4 is from Momenta and the "th" was cut from a "Thank You" die. I glued on some vintage sequins my dear friend gave to me.
For this card I embossed with the new Ranger Cranberry EP and sponged with Fossilized Amber, Worn Lipstick and Fired Brick DI, then splattered with water. I used the same Thank You die on sanded metallic kraft core.
I had hoped for a more metallic finish with this EP, but do love the enamel like texture.
My final card (and personal favorite) has an unusual mix of colors, which look so pretty in person. I embossed with Wow! Florescent Blue and then sponged with Tattered Rose DI. This powder is more gritty than enameled. The Smile die is by STAMPlorations. I layered with sewn vellum and a strip of Tim Holtz glitter tissue tape and then added some more vintage sequins. Of course, the silver looks prettier in the picture. It was great fun playing with this stamp again and doing some embossing resist panels. This technique never gets old! :) Have a safe and happy holiday and hugs, Autumn
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Happy Independence day Autumn, beautiful cards. I'm loving those embossed areas. Blessing on this special day.
Big Hugs Tracey xx
What gorgeous cards Autumn - and all of them are so pretty - and each one unique. And of course you had to make cards of your embossing samples :-)
Blessings
Maxine
Happy 4th to you and your family!!
Your cards are so pretty and that stamping and embossing is perfect!
hugs,Jackie
They are so stunning, Autumn!! The stamp looks so amazing!! I love the gorgeous colors of each one!! Happy 4th of July!! Big hugs :)
Lisa
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Your cards are all beautiful Autumn, that stamp is gorgeous and so is your embossing, it is so very effective. I think the third one is my favourite too, I love the turquoise tone, but then I love your 4th July one too. Happy 4th July my friend! Hugs, Anne xx
These are STUNNING!!! Love the fun stamping and the colors that you chose to use on each of these!! Happy 4th of July!!
Great showcasing of that fabulous stamp. What great embossing colours you've used and wonderful colour combinations. Of course we mustn't have favourites but for me it's the vibrant second one x
Meant to say...Happy 4th July x
All of these are stunning Autumn!! I love this technique!! So simple and easy but SO effective. I haven't used it in such a long time but you've inspired me to get out my stamps and embossing powders! I love the colours you've used on each card and I love them all but that last one is my fave .. so soft and pretty!!
I hope you had a wonderful 4th of July!! hugs xx
What a great collection of cards. Hope you had a great July 4th. Happy crafty week too. Angela xXx
Oh, love that 4th of July card--my favorite! All three of your cards are simply gorgeous, and looks like fun to make! The "th" is so stinkin' genius! Lots of hugs to you!
Beautiful cards with a beautiful technique! The embossing is very pretty, and the colours eyecatching!
Gorgeous cards which would be perfect for posting. Although they are flat, they really stand out with the elegant embossing and the glorious colours.
I love these, Autumn, they are so cheerful! My favorite is also the one with the Tattered Rose DI, just love the color and how you sewed the vellum. The results are gorgeous! Love your creativity in making your words :-) Hugs!
stunning cards Autumn, thank you so much for sharing with us at Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge, hugs kath xxx
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