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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Double D Challenge - Vintage/Shabby Chic

Hello friends.  The gals over at the Double D Challenge are playing with Vintage/Shabby Chic this time around and I couldn't resist playing with them.


I don't usually make vintage/shabby chic cards, but with Valentine's Day just a few days away and some new products from The Greetery, it was definitely a match made in heaven!  Here's what I came up with...


 I started with kraft cs and The Greetery's Rosemal Reflections ef and Capsule Basics dies.  For the outside embossed area I used a white pigment ink pad to make the embossing stand out a bit more.  This part looks to me like I embossed on vellum, and while that was not my intention, I really like the look!  The inside area was ink blended with brown to make it stand out, and then I used matte gold cs to die cut the Capsule Filigree Border Die to separate the two embossed areas.  


At this point I added the Coquette Heart ef to red cs and then added the Filigree Heart Die with the same matte gold cs to match with the filigree capsule and tie it all together.  I also used the matte gold cs to die cut my bow from the Regency Bow No. 1 die and then finished with a Ruby Red Gem (PFS) adhered to the center of the bow.  I left a sentiment off the front as I think it's pretty obvious that it's a Valentine card. 

The DT has made some incredibly BEAUTIFUL vintage cards that you can check out HERE for inspiration.  This challenge is open till Sunday, Feb. 15th @ 8:00PM.


Thanks for stopping by today ... I love it when you do!


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14 comments:

  1. BirgitFebruary 11, 2026 at 4:13 AM

    This is so vintagey and lovely! The embossing is truly stunning and the light rubbing of ink really adds even more dimension. This is gorgeous, Marcia.

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  2. I Card EveryoneFebruary 11, 2026 at 6:26 AM

    It's all of this gorgeous embossing that makes my heart go pitter patter, Marcia! I love your beautiful red heart and how you've used just the double bow without the strings!
    Just so pretty!
    =]

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  3. Darlene February 11, 2026 at 6:43 AM

    Oh Marcia, this is absolutely stunning! Thanks so much for joining in the fun at our Double D challenge! Good Luck and we hope you’ll come back often.

    Darlene
    DAR’S CRAFTY CREATIONS
    Double D Co-Owner

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  4. Leslie MillerFebruary 11, 2026 at 9:28 AM

    This collection from The Greetery has always spoken "vintage" to me in the most elegant way. I'm in love with the regency bow and that gorgeous embossing. The white ink does give the appearance of vellum, and the brown ink on the inner piece adds to the vintage look. Your card is altogether lovely and I'm so glad our little DD challenge gave you another reason to play with this gorgeous collection (as if you needed a reason). Soooo beautiful!

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  5. BonnieFebruary 11, 2026 at 11:33 AM

    WOW! I'm loving all the layers and the different techniques and dies you used to tie them all together! Another gorgeous valentine by you, my friend!

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  6. Lisa EltonFebruary 11, 2026 at 1:53 PM

    I love the way you've layered all of those marvelous embossed layers and topped them off with that lovely bow!

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  7. TKFebruary 11, 2026 at 4:52 PM

    Stunning! The details, the design, the embossing, the layers -- wow, where does a girl start? This is truly fabulous, Marcia

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  8. KathyFebruary 11, 2026 at 5:19 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous. I love it!

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  9. Stephanie LanzalottoFebruary 12, 2026 at 5:14 AM

    This is breathtaking, Marcia! The Kraft and red up the vintage feel to me. This is one beautiful set and you have used it so beautifully... again!

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  10. JoAnnFebruary 12, 2026 at 1:17 PM

    Shabby/chic and beautiful. Love all they layers, embossing, colors and heart. Well done Marcia.

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  11. GretaFebruary 13, 2026 at 2:25 PM

    My jaw dropped! Absolutely gorgeous! The look of the white ink on the kraft is wonderful!

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  12. BobbyFebruary 13, 2026 at 4:11 PM

    Another gorgeous heart, this time surrounded by all that wonderful texture and gold accents. You have a great touch for inking the embossing, Marcia.

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  13. Judy WoodlandFebruary 13, 2026 at 4:46 PM

    Oh my GOSH!! This is absolutely STUNNING. I LOVE everything about it, especially the white ink on the kraft. It makes the whole thing just POP!! Lots of wonderful work, you certainly have a great eye for color and design. Thanks for playing along with us over at Double D, I hope we see you back again soon!!
    Judy~ DD DT Designer

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  14. Julia AstonFebruary 16, 2026 at 10:32 AM

    So pretty Marcia! Wonderful embossing and touches of gold - I can't keep up with all these beautiful things coming out over at The Greetery! UGH! Julia xx

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