I’m So Glad You’re My Dad…
Today brings another card from the newest Verve Visual release. This is from the Father Figure set. As you may know, making a masculine card can prove to be quite difficult at times. I scoured through my DP for something that might work and I felt that it was just too girly, so I stuck to the basics. I did manage to great my own DP by repeatedly stamping the sentiment, “Happy Father’s Day,” on the long skinny panel. I LOVE working with clear stamps when I do this because it means easy peasy lining up! When I make a masculine card, I usually end up distressing part of it and this card was no exception. I took my paper distresser along the edges of the main panel and the larger Chocolate Chip panel. Other details on this card are the three brads in a pewter color. I knew I wanted to use some sort of hardware, but the plain silver brads seemed a little “bright.” Fortunately I had these on hand and I think that they are a perfect match to the feeling that I was trying to achieve. I also used my Cutter Bee Piercing Bug {<--click to see more about these cool tools}. I did not apply enough pressure to pierce through the paper using the CB piercing bug, so I was able to get a "dotted" effect along the edges. I also used my regular paper piercer and template to create straight lines of piercing. Finally, the last finishing touch that I put on this card was to lift up the word "Dad" on dimensional glue dots. I like using my glue dots better then my SU! Dimensionals most of the time because I think that they are more sturdy and they are thicker.
Detail shot of the main panel…
I have a lot going on this week. This coming weekend is the Arlington Shoebox Swap. Lots of people, including MFT Kim and TCP Alma, are flying in for this event. I have a ton of cards, and a door prize to make for this event. I also got some fresh rubber and clear stamps in the mail this weekend that are just hollerin’ for some ink. AND…my class went so well on Friday that I will be doing another class with Copics and an alterable class, both of which need samples to show the store owner. In case it sounds like I am complaining…I am SO not. I am thrilled with all that is going on. Busy, but thrilled. I am trying to make it a personal mission to complete some blog and SCS challenges this week, so if there isn’t a post first thing in the morning it’s because I’m stampin’ and I’ll post later. I hope everyone has a great week!!!
PSSSST…Verve is having a sale on all their star stamps AND there is FREE shipping over $40
April 28, 2008, 10:45 am
Jen, this card is fantastic! It’s a perfect masculine card. I ordered this set on Friday and I will be receiving it tomorrow…can’t wait to get it!!
April 28, 2008, 3:23 pm
What a wonderful dad card Jen - I love the warm, rich colors!! I am ordering this set, it is FANTASTIC! TFS - *STAMPIN HUGS* Alex
April 28, 2008, 3:39 pm
Great card and very masculine!! I always have trouble with masculine cards. Just might need to get this set!
April 28, 2008, 5:02 pm
This is an awesome Dad card! I can’t wait for my set to come in! Where do you teach classes? I think you live near me and I would LOVE to take classes from you.
April 29, 2008, 6:08 am
WOWZA !!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this !!!!! What a great layout and color choice and stamp choice…..EVERYTHING !!!!!
Have a great day
April 29, 2008, 6:47 am
Fabulous Father’s Day card! Can’t wait to see all you have up your sleeve! Your creations are fantastic!
April 29, 2008, 4:05 pm
I love the Father’s Day card that you made. It is absoultely beautiful. It is such a pleasure to see a masculine card.
Mary
April 29, 2008, 6:07 pm
Very nice! I really like the masculine chocolate colors you used
April 30, 2008, 1:59 pm
Awesome! Love how it’s all brown and roughed up, perfect for Dad. Great bg panel too.
April 30, 2008, 8:44 pm
WOW, beautiful card! Love the rich colors and your layout! Just too much fun!!!
May 4, 2008, 1:55 pm
Fabulous Father’s Day card or Birthday, just fabulous!!