Earlier this week, Jennifer McGuire did a post on a letterpress technique using layering dies. It looked so fun and easy that I had to give it a go! It was a little more labor intensive than I thought it would be, but am pleased with my result. I made three cards and can always make more now that I have the template made.
I used Altenew's Floral Fantasy dies to make the letterpress elements. Used watercolor paper (my cheapo stuff worked fine) and various pink and green inks. Found some pink cs for a matte and added it to a pale gray card base. A few sequins and a sentiment finished it.
I am entering this at Seize the Birthday (texture) - difficult to see in the photo, but this technique really adds wonderful texture to a card.
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Gorgeous color combo & beautiful card, Betty! Good for you taking on new techniques even when it isn't quick & easy!
ReplyDeleteIt's absolutely lovely! I also watched JM's letterpress video and thought the effect was great.. Haven't tried it as I have very few flower dies, as I prefer stamped images over die cuts.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous take on Jennifer's technique, Betty!! I watched the video too but haven't had a stab at this one yet. Looks amazing!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning Betty!
ReplyDeletethis is so elegant Betty. I must try out the technique too. You have really nailed it.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card Betty. I'll have to look up the technique.
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