I'd reorganized my inks (because, you know, all the pretty colors!!!) and noticed that Memento Luxe rhubarb stalk, VersaMagic pink petunia, and Avery Elle pixie formed a lovely spectrum. Papertrey's Fair Isle Motifs set was out on my desk, so I started experimenting and came up with this cozy card, with just a hint of green for contrast.
Breaking down all kinds of color barriers with this one! Certainly many of you will find it un-Christmas-y, but I really love the softness and feminine feel to this card.
Design note: This card is completely, utterly flat, yet it doesn't need anything else. Partly, this is because of the color gradation combined with the tiny spots of contrasting green...adding a complementary color to a monochromatic scheme will add energy even in a static design like this and even in very small doses. Partly, it's because the Fair Isle Motifs stamps are made to look like stitching on a sweater...the texture is implied, even if it's not real. So it works without layers or bling or anything else.
Which is kinda cool, don't you think?
Supplies
stamps: Papertrey, A Muse
ink: various pigment inks
paper: Papertrey white
accessories: none
Fair Isle Motifs is an awesome stamp. Can't wait to get me one. I've bookmarked your use of this stamp set so I can create some Late Blossom inspired cards.
ReplyDeleteI do love non-traditional colors. Call me a rebel. :)
ReplyDeleteIs it weird that I feel honored to be mentioned here? :) Thanks Susan - you're card is beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteWonderful explanation of your design!
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