Wednesday, March 4, 2015

Framed Papercraft #1

 Best. Day. Ever. #1 
 This first design is my submission to the Atlantic Hearts Challenge, Sketch #97, My Creative Moments: Monday Morning Challenge #4 and the Stamp and Create March Challenge.
I turned the sketch on its side because the acrylic frame is oriented as landscape instead of portrait. This is a not a traditional card in that it is a design inserted into an acrylic frame. The ribbon, doily and die cut are adhered to the paper layers inside the frame. On the exterior, I stamped the sentiment and added the bow and the butterfly.
This would be a pleasant item to have on the desk or to give as gifts to coworkers. It may also be something to give for Mother's Day. I used a generic sentiment so that the design could be easily changed and the sentiment would still work for most occasions. Here is the video on how to make this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSl0IJoLtfk .

Here is a view of the back to show the frame. (I live in the desert so please pardon my dusty patio!)

Techniques: Stamping on acrylic, punching, die cutting
Products are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:
Frame: WalMart (less than $1)
Stamp: Best Day Ever stamp set
Die: Deco Labels Framelits
Ink: StazOn Opaque Ink in Cotton White
Cardstock: Pacific Point, Garden Green, Whisper White, Strawberry Slush
DSP: Painted Blooms
Punches: Bitty Butterfly, Elegant Butterfly, Martha Stewart border punch
Other: Glue dots, Whisper White organza ribbon, doily (Hobby Lobby)
Size: A7 (5" x 7")

Visit the Atlantic Hearts, My Creative Moments and Stamp and Create blogs for additional card ideas.
 

13 comments:

  1. Very cool idea. What a pretty, quick gift.

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  2. This is so pretty! I love the doily and the little layered butterflies. Perfect gift for anyone! :)

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  3. Beautiful...I love the frame idea! The sketch rotated works beautifully.

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  4. Mel, I might take you up on that frame. This is really a nice interpretation of this week's challenge. Very pretty.

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  5. I didn't see the second one last I looked...did you add that? I love that one too! So pretty!

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  6. They are both awesome! Great cards! Thanks for playing along with Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge (AHSC)!

    Brandi R
    DT member AHSC
    crzy4scrapbooking.blogspot.ca

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  7. Both are very pretty.I love the wonderful colours. Thanks for joining us this week at AHSC!

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  8. I really like both cards but the top one is my favourite.. thanks for joining us at the AHSC.
    LAura

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  9. These are just great and I love how you framed them :) Thanks for joining us at AHSC!

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  10. Love both cards! They will make great gifts! Thanks for playing along with Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge!

    Linda N
    DT member AHSC
    scrappytherapy@satx.rr.com

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  11. So pretty - love how you used the doily. Thanks for playing at AHSC!

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  12. Two beautiful creations, love the sketch!
    Thanks so much for playing along in my Monday Morning challenge. So sorry I am just now visiting your entry!

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  13. Oh, Melanie, this is beautiful! I saw it on SCS and just had to visit and read more about it! (I've subscribed to your blog now!) I love this DP and love the beautiful frame for your sentiment! I too have given cards to friends with a frame or stand because they love having them out. What a precious gift, especially making two! Hugs, sweet friend!

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