Saturday, September 10, 2011

Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style--Suede

We're continuing with our ongoing Saturday feature: 
this week featuring SUEDE May Art's Ribbon!


I'm playing along, even though, yes, you've guessed it...suede is still travelling with the rest of my supplies. Someday I will gladly announce the big arrival...LOL...until then I will continue to play along, making substitutions where possible. Thanks so much for your patience!


My design for today is purposefully very neutral. I was aiming for just a hint of color on my Copic colored LaBlanche "Peony" stamped image. I can also picture this image colored in a vibrant fushia color...just like the peonies that bloom in my MIL's yard.

The base of the card is covered with a french text print from 7 Gypsies "Conservatory" paper pad.

The middle layer of designer paper is from Prima's "Botanical" 6 x 6" pad. I just love the muted fleur de lis print with the pale gray ferns and foliage running along the edge. This print inspired the entire card coloration...soft and muted.

My "suede" for today is actually a border of 1/8" narrow black velvet, layered over black May Art's Wrinkled Ribbon. A little "Vintage Trinkets-Lock and Key" charm adds the final touch.

All supplies today, minus the Copic Sketch Markers, are from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

This is a Mystery Blog Candy, meaning the winner will be drawn from comments on one of today’s participating blogs, so leaving a comment on each blog will greatly increase your chances of winning, but only one comment per blog, please. The winner will be selected at 6 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, September 13 and will be posted on Sharon's blog on Tuesday night or Wednesday morning, so please check back to claim your prize!






Our line up for today's inspiration:

Sharon Johnson - Stamp Simply Ribbon Store

Deb Saaranen (you're here...keep on going!)
Michelle Woerner
Holly McMillen
Barb Schram
Tammy Hershberger - Our Guest this Week!

Thanks so much for stopping by! Best wishes for the blog candy, a collection of sueded ribbon, pictured above! Please be sure to check back again next Saturday for our next installation of Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style!






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38 comments:

  1. Sharon (notimetostamp)September 10, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Love your card, Deb, in those beautiful neutral tones and a GREAT ribbon treatment combining Wrinkled and Velvet - just gorgeous!!! We're happy to have you play, no matter WHAT you use -- LOL!!!

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  2. Barb(GrandmaUpNorth)September 10, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    Loved your card - very elegant. Loved the way you colored the peony. Very effective. Thanks for your inspiration.

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  3. PeggySeptember 10, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    Very pretty image and card.
    God bless,
    Peggy Allen

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  4. Darlene GSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Very lovely card and more blog candy!! Wow!! Thanks

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  5. Bev J.September 10, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Love the understated elegance of your card-very pretty!

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  6. Bernice PSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Very elegant.. thanks

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  7. Sue DSeptember 10, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Wonderful card and great substitution for the suede.

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  8. cjgusloff57September 10, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Lovely, elegant card! A very "Frenchy" feel to it. Like the use of newsprint....all in all a very nice card.

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  9. jean w.September 10, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Wow Deb you are great in making do with what yoou have! This is a gorgeous card!

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  10. Barbara SchramSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Such a terrific use of color...love your image and the ribbon detail! Hope you are doing well, Deb!

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  11. Kelly MassmanSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Very elegant and pretty!

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  12. Cat TidwellSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    LOVE the monochromatic look of this!! Gorgeous creaion!

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  13. Jeanne HSeptember 10, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I like the simle black ribbon. It just makdes the neutrals show off. TFS

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  14. newfiecrafter(Marilyn)September 10, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Beautiful card love the black ribbon makes the neutral color stand out.
    Marilyn

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  15. Diana N.September 10, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Fantastic card Deb! The neurtal tones create a very elegant card!

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  16. Kara HerndonSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Beautiful card. Love the image and coloring.

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  17. teepeeSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Deb, your choices for the "neutral" colors of your card are right on. This is an elegant/simple card (if that makes sense). Thank you for sharing. Hope your "stuff" arrives soon.

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  18. Shirley NSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    Just stunning and oh so elegant! Love your design, image and beautiful ribbon!

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  19. TanyaSeptember 10, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Oh this is beautiful, so elegant!

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  20. Traci S.September 10, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Hi Deb!

    This is a beautiful card! I am sorry all of your paper craft things have not caught up with you yet!

    I love the neutral colors...and was so glad that you pointed out the middle layer of paper, with the soft ferns and leaves. I wouldn't have known how to use it...and it is beautiful. The peony is beautiful...the Suede ribbon is STUNNING! I had 3 small pieces of suede once, and I couldn't believe how it made my card improve!

    I would be so excited to win these delicious ribbons!

    I will write soon. Very chaotic here lately. Trying to play catch up!

    Thanks for sharing!

    He IS Able!
    Traci S.

    p.s. If you can, please read yesterday's post. It was special to me.

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  21. Kelly SasSeptember 10, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Oh my your Peony is beautiful and the design of your card is inspirational.

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  22. TinaSeptember 10, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Very lovely card.

    Tina

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  23. Cheryl S.September 10, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Very elegant card, Deb. I love your choice of colors also!

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  24. Danka DooSeptember 10, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Beautiful!! So glad you continue to play along!

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  25. Denise BryantSeptember 11, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Gorgeous card.... I love that pretty suede ribbon! Elegant!
    DeniseB

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  26. HelenSeptember 11, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    A lovely card. I love the old world look with the muted tones and black trim.

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 11, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Very beautiful card, thank you for creating and sharing it.

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  28. Mara AdkinsSeptember 11, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Love the color combo!

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  29. Charlette FinleySeptember 11, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Love your card. Very elegant and the coloring is great. TFS

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  30. NancyBSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Neutral and elegant - very pretty card. Love the papers too!

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  31. szbacn1September 11, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Verry pretty! Thanks for showing the lovely LaBlanche stamps! It has to be so frustrating not having all your supplies with you... I hope they get to you soon!

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  32. UnknownSeptember 11, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Beautiful card. The stamp and ribbon is just lovely....

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  33. Betty NevilleSeptember 11, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Beautiful and elegant card!

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  34. dianneSeptember 12, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Love this neutral card. it would be an awesome sympathy card!!! Beautiful, elegant. TFS

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  35. LorraineSeptember 12, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Beautiful, classy card! TFS!

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  36. BettySeptember 12, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Beautifully designed card. Really showcases the peony and the ribbon is yummy!

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  37. sandiSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Such beautiful cards. Love the colors and different textures that you used. Thank you for sharing.

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  38. LynneSeptember 13, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    Love the look of the suede ribbon on this card. Your card is so elegant. Thanks for sharing.

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