Kindness by Sparkle N Sprinkle Sketch

Monday, March 19, 2012

Kindness by Sparkle N Sprinkle Sketch

Hi! I'm showing a VERY easy card today, which features the SNS Challenge Sketch -- it's a simple sketch, conducive to just about any image (and a chance at winning any large stamp set!).

A new embossing folder called Compassionate from Couture Creations was used. (I love love LOVE it!). Dry Embossing on mirror cardstock always produces a WOW card.

Using a sanding block, I lightly removed some of the finish from the embossed mirror cardstock. It is burnished with a bit more pressure on the detail-raised areas (bringing out the white base), and more lightly on the bold-raised areas (just enough to deglaze the mirror aspect, but leaving the color).

The Vintage Floral Punch Around the Page was used as the backdrop for "Your Kindness Is Appreciated" by SNS. It is embossed with the new Mulberry Tuscany Creamy Cosmic embossing powder.

Also used are Pink Sherbert and Lemonade dye inks, and VersaMark ink. Simple!

Thanks for stopping by.
Stamping Hugs,

18 comments:

Shona Erlenborn said...: Wow factor is right! I love, love, love that embossing folder too - and on the metallic cardstock - what a stunning background it makes. Super card Donna - you rock!; 3/19/2012
Brenda said...: I've always loved how the mirror cardstock embosses with the folders! Your card is stunning!!!; 3/19/2012
creativearts said...: Love how you embossed the mirror cardstock and such a great card for the challenge!; 3/19/2012
NanaConnie said...: Gorgeous, Donna! I never thought about sanding mirror paper but I love the way it looks on your card. I have to get in gear here and get my SnS sketch card done before the month has run out! Maybe I'll find some time this evening or tomorrow evening. BTW, love the new masthead on your blog! Really beautiful.; 3/19/2012
Karin said...: Wow, the color on this is just amazing! So pretty how the center sentiment matches so well too :) Great job on the sketch Donna!; 3/19/2012
April said...: You did a great job on the sketch. I love the embossing folder and the color of the cardstock.; 3/20/2012
Kirsty Vittetoe said...: WOnderful creation Donna, I love the rich and gorgeous colors on this one!
Thanks for stopping by my blog to say hello! : )
regarding your question on my accordian album, yes, I just use regular 12x12 card stock but glue them back to back to make a long strip, if I ever make another one, I will do a tutorial, will keep you posted!; 3/20/2012
Amanda R said...: This is gorgeous Donna! Love the embossed mirror cardstock, it is stunning!; 3/21/2012
E. Marie said...: What a great background. Gorgeous embossing!!; 3/21/2012
Paper Creations by Shirley said...: Hi Donna ! This sure is a WOW card ! Love the vibrant colour with the cool embossing & pretty die cut. Have a great evening, Shirley; 3/22/2012
Shannon White said...: Wow is Right Miss Donna! This is So Beautiful! Love the Fabulous color and embossing.Your sentiment is so Lovely and love the lacy frame around it too! Just a Gorgeous card my friend! 8-)

Hugs
Shannon; 3/23/2012
Terry said...: This is so pretty! Love the little frame! Happy Weekend!; 3/23/2012
Gerlinde said...: This is absolutely gorgeous, Donna!; 3/25/2012
Donna Maligno said...: Another stunner, De! And you are so right - mirror card stock in an embossing folder just does it all! Love it!; 3/28/2012
Lana Clarke said...: This is really a wow factor Donna! The mirror card works wonderful with dry embossing and the colour is vibrant and lush. xxxx; 3/29/2012
Shirley said...: Your card is stunning, Donna! Have missed them for sure. This is awesome with the colors you chose and the way to show them off. Love the embossing folder, the sentiment....okay the whole card!!! So elegant!; 4/02/2012
Mary J said...: Wow, that is such a clever technique Donna - gorgeous effect!; 4/11/2012
Holly AKA KopyKat said...: This is totally a wow card, love it; 10/14/2012