Monday, October 22, 2012

Lovely as a Tree for me

Do you find that there is a stamp set or two that you would never let go of, use as a staple, just love?? Lovely As A Tree is that stamp set for me! Here is a fun card that I did simple but then changed up a little with the 2nd card.

Starting with Crumb Cake paper as the base I used the Amazing Fan Fair Designer Series Paper (DSP), Curly Cute stamp set, Gold embossing powder and our great new embossing gun (sooo quiet and sleek!), the Big Shot, Woodgrain embossing folder from the Holiday mini, Island Indigo cardstock as the frame for the stamped DSP and Red Riding hood ink.

This DSP is sooo right in sooo many ways! The mixture of colors, patterns, sigh... I stamped this grove of trees on the DSP with Red Riding Hood ink. You can see how on the card w/the DSP that has very little red in it, stamping it w/this red brings out the "hidden" red in the page.

I ran the DSP thru the folder and big shot on one card and then the DSP that was adhered with SNAIL adhesive on the Island Indigo paper "frame".

I stamped the leaves on the two corners of one card and not on the other with Crumb Cake ink on Crumb Cake paper, such a simple look but quite elegant.

Threading the Early Espresso 1/8" Taffeta ribbon thru the New Naturals Designer Buttons. Both look great, do you like the simple knot or the bow?? The dark button or the lighter?? The extra stamped leaves or the clean and simple "white space/Crumb Cake space"??

The embossed Curly Cute greeting stamp set is elegant and universal as it covers so many occasions! I love the gold on this neutral and natural card.

I hope you cherish the many stamp sets we have but hold tight to those staples and favorites that are so lovely!
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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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