Monday, August 20, 2012

Sunset wishes!

When I planned my last class of Summer Spectacular cards... I knew I had to dust off my beloved but ignored Brayer!

Here is my contribution to a Sunset that is pure end-of-summer bliss! With my Color Coach I started with So Saffron and our new Holiday Mini's Core Paper (avail in Gumball Green, Cherry Cobbler and Early Espresso). It has a lighter inner core of paper so it's yummy with dry embossing (Big Shot) and our new sanding block (or a lil rip along the edge).

The Color Coach suggested More Mustard and Rose Red to go with the So Saffron. I stamped this silhouette flower with Early Espresso on our stunning Shimmer Paper (do you see the lovely shimmer to the sunset, it's hard to photo that subtle but lovely shimmer). I loaded my brayer with the lightest color (Saffron) the added the More Mustard 1/2 way in. I edged the Rose Red and now had a layer/subset effect. Remember, sunsets aren't perfectly layered, the wave n overlap is just what you'd see in the sky!

I looooove the result! I embossed the Core Espresso paper with our stunning Holiday Mini folder and sanded it with our friendly sander! Note the rounded corners on two of the corners on all three papers. It adds a lil something and contributes to the vintage feel of this card.

It's layered with our Dimensional adhesive and lovely, if I do say so myself! It really embraces the end of Summer with its rich colors, the shimmer of the paper and the rich n vintage feel of the embossed espresso paper!

I hope you can gather a quiet moment n catch an end of summer sunset!

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What Others are SAYING about Getting Crafty with Jamie

Jamie is so passionate and creative about making cards - and wants everyone else to join her in the fun! She is so encouraging and positive in her attitude, helping me along when I get frustrated - and then rejoicing with me at the finished product! I love going to her classes to get new ideas, learn techniques, and have loads of fun in the process. ~ Christine C.

Jamie has wicked awesome classes! If you don’t like a particular stamp or paper/ink color Jamie wants you to change it to suit your style! I did my sister-in-law’s entire bridal shower from invitations/thank you cards, party favors to decorations, it was quaint and whimsical! Everyone ooh’d and ahh’d! I’ve had lots of special requests for classes and Jamie delivers; she always has tasty treats and flavored coffees too ~Ashley W.

I have been attending Jamie's classes for over a year. Her ideas for cards are fresh and fun. She always tries to have several different styles of cards available, so everyone gets to make cards that fit their personal style. The techniques she shows each class can be used in many different applications. She is very patient teacher when instructing class members on how to use the Stampin Up products. ~ Carol D.

If I looked up the word sparkle in the dictionary, I would find Jamie Albanese picture there. I have had the sweet blessing of knowing Jamie and her family for over 5 years now. Every time I am with her I feel loved and inspired. When I am in one of her classes I feel my creative juices flow, as she encourages me to go outside my comfort zone. Jamie helped our girl scout troop make cards for a soldier who needed some encouragement!!! For any of you who have not been in one of Jamie's classes, please don't let another day slip by. She is a beautiful friend and she will become yours too. ~ Blessings, Karen:-)

Jamie has a great eye for style and flair, and it shows in her work. Yet she can pick up on your own individual style and makes great recommendations. I love that she is always flexible for last-minute decision maker mommies like me! So much fun to host craft events with your friends and family - that personal touch always means so much. ~ Adonna

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