I have been a BIG fan of the stencils from The Ton company, but only get one every now and then because of their prices. I've also been a BIG fan of the postage collage stencils and dies, so when the Postage: Wildflowers stencil came out, cost didn't matter...HAD to have it!! I know, I know...I have a problem but truly have no desire to be cured!
I have 2 cards to share with you using the same stencil set, the first one being done in the colors they suggested. Take a look...
My 2nd card is basically the same, but I used different colors and a bit of background shading to come up with this...
A bit more colorful than my first card, but still happy with both of them. I did add a sentiment from WF's Paper Hug Sentiments and some postage stamps to add a bit more interest.
I did add foam tape behind my sentiment and also the "HUGS INSIDE" circle stamp/die cut. A bit of black & white bakers' twine and a single iridescent gem (PFS) finished off this 2nd card.
I am also going to add this card to the Stencil Fun Challenge where the challenge is summer themed and I'm thinking colorful flowers are always something I look forward to after a long and cold winter.
Thanks for stopping by today ... I love it when you do!
Oh my heart, these are both stunning! I can see why this stencil set needed to come home with you. It's in the perfect hands with you, my friend. I adore the first card with pinks and greens. So very pretty! The colorful flowers of the second card are fun and cheerful. Pure delight! I'm very tempted to go shopping right now.
ReplyDeleteThey've found the perfect home with you, Marcia! Holy smokes are these ever pretty. I love both versions... link the second one up with us at JUGs too!
ReplyDeleteMarcia, these are so pretty! Did they create them to use with the WF die or have they made their own? The blue skies you've added to your second card bring your garden to life beautifully! I'm imagining some fun back-to-back stenciling coming to your playroom soon!
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Oh, I am right with you on The Ton stencils and these cards are gorgeous, I surely need to get my own out again, you have inspired me!!
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You are quick! These are beautiful. I love them both!
ReplyDeleteFabulous, Girlfriend! Love the colors on both, and yes those dainty flowers are fantastic -- I might just have to find more options for the postage collage to fall into my basket!
ReplyDeleteWildflowers are always so pretty and delicate and you brought them to life in both color ways, Marcia. Thanks for sharing your card with us at Just Us Girls.
ReplyDeleteYour stamps are so much prettier than the USPS and I like your prices better too, LOL! I wish we could still get 30 cent stamps and postage is going up again in a couple weeks. Argh!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful Marcia. Love the postage collage dies and stencils also. Your flowers are lovely and I like how you added the postage stamps too. You should be happy with both of them. Anyone would be happy to receive them. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI too love your cards and now I need to dig out my postage stamps and stencils. TFS
ReplyDeleteOh my so breath-taking. I am in love with those postage collage cards and have a big zippered envelope with my collection of bits. Now I might have to shop again...darn you. LOL. GORGEOUS.
ReplyDeleteMarcia, What perfect stenciling and color choices on both cards! The postage collages are beauties with your detailed word on them. So glad you played along with us at Just Us Girls!
ReplyDeleteOh, my gosh, these cards are both AHH-mazing! The colors and details on each are gorgeous. I can't decide which I like best. I keep scrolling up and down. Love the stamping and twine on each. The sentiments are so cute! It's amazing how expensive a set of layering stencils can be, but look at the results! You're always so good with them!
ReplyDeleteOhmystars! Marcia, your floral postage collage cards are gorgeous! As you know, I'm a huge fan of this card style. The Ton's stencils are so pretty but the price is way beyond my budget. I'll stick to WF - that I can buy from local retailers. Thank you for joining us at Just Us Girls .
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Marcia... what a fabulous splurge! I can't believe the stencil works so well with the WF postage die. LOVE what you have done. The flowers are amazing with such depth. Great card. Thanks for sharing your creativity at Just Us GIrls.
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