Today, I’m sharing a beautiful card and I’ve fallen in love with how versatile this layout is! I can hardly believe how wonderfully this design came together.
I started with a Garden Green card base and built up the layers from there for added depth and interest. With a smaller panel of Garden Green for a tone-on-tone effect on this card, I added a bright pop of Lemon Lime Twist cardstock, then a bit of Woven Textures DSP in a neutral shade to soften the contrast, and finally a small strip of Night of Navy cardstock to ground the design.
To bring in some texture, I wrapped a piece of Natural Tones Linen Thread in Garden Green around the layered panel before adhering it to the card base with dimensionals.
The sentiment piece was cut using the Linked Together dies from Basic White cardstock and stamped with the “So Happy For You” sentiment from the Linked Together stamp set in Night of Navy ink. Dimensionals provided just the right amount of lift to allow it to sit perfectly over the wrapped linen thread. To finish off the front of the card, I added a few Clear Ribboned Adhesive-Backed Dots with the Take Your Pick tool, giving just the right amount of subtle shine.
Inside, I continued the design with a Basic White panel layered onto Lemon Lime Twist cardstock. A coordinating strip of the same Woven Textures DSP was adhered along the bottom for a cohesive look.
I’m entering this fun card into the Color Throwdown #829 challenge as well as the March Anything Goes challenge for A Cut Above.
This card is a fantastic option to send to a friend, whether it’s a guy or a gal, thanks to its balanced mix of colors and textures. I loved this layout so much that I created three additional versions using the Linked Together stamp set and dies, varying the cardstock colors and DSP choices for a fresh look each time.
I also filmed a video showcasing how this card came together. I’ve also listed the measurements for this layout and supplies used in the card in the video.
If you’re looking for a simple yet impactful layout that can be customized for any occasion, this design is a must-try! I hope you feel inspired to create your own version and enter it into a challenge or send it to someone special!
Happy stamping!
Measurements (in inches):
- Card base (Garden Green) – 5-1/2 x 8-1/2, scored at 4-1/4 or 11 x 4-1/4, scored at 5-1/2
- 1st Layer (Garden Green) – 3-3/8 x 4-5/8
- DSP: 1 x 4-1/2
- Coordinating Card Stock (2 different): 1-1/2 x 4-1/2 and 1/2 x 4-1/2 – or use other DSP papers; these can also be embossed cardstock pieces – have fun with it!
- Inside: (Basic White) 3-3/4 x 5, Coordinating Layer (Lemon Lime Twist) 3 7/8 x 5 1/8, DSP 1/2 x 3-3/4
- scrap Basic White for die cut sentiment
Supplies used:
Great CAS card! The mix of papers and texture really make for a wonderful design. It is easily used for guys and gals. The die cut oval sentiment is the perfect focal point. Thanks for sharing the details and with A Cut Above’s March Challenge.
Thank you so much, Vicki! I appreciate your kind comments. It’s always a pleasure to play along with the Cut Above’s challenges.
It is a very versatile design… lovely!! So happy you joined us at CTD!!
You’re so right! It is a very versatile design. Once I began, I kept making more and more of these because it was amazingly easy to change with the papers! Thank you for your kind comment. I love playing along with The Color Throwdown Challenges.
What a fun and beautiful card! You totally rocked the throwdown colors! Thanks so much for joining us in the challenge!
Thank you so much, Wanda. I truly enjoyed the Color Throwdown colors in this challenge! This is a great way to inspire us to make something special with the colors that you have in mind. So, I had fun playing along. I can’t wait to join in the fun again soon!
Very lovely card, nice color and the paper you used, I like the layout and thanks for playing our March challenge at A Cut Above Challenge. Have a wonderful day. Cheers, Leanne DT Member/ACA
Hello Leanne. You are too kind! The Cut Above challenge was so much fun. I really like playing along with this challenge. I’m glad you like my card. I truly appreciate your kind comments.
You are very clever! This is an awesome way to make unique cards easily. Thanks for joining us at the Color Throwdown challenge.
Thank you so much, Susie! I had a great time playing around with those colors—it really is such a fun and easy way to stretch your supplies. I’m so glad you liked the cards! Thanks for the kind words and for a great challenge to play along with! 💕