Take Three: Spring...

 
I'm so excited to be sharing a few ideas from the new Papertrey Ink Take Three:  Spring stamp set with you.  Thanks so much for stopping by.  This set was designed by Ali Miles, and there is so much to love....it's simply sweet and versatile. 

 

This card was so much fun to make...I used Vintage Cream cardstock as my base and I simply stamped the three bunny images on patterned paper with a very light book print as the background...I wanted the print to show through in the negative space forming the bunny.  I stamped each image twice using Spring Moss, Sweet Blush, and Spring Rain ink.  I then cut each image out, sanded the edges, distressed them with ink, and curled the edges up a bit to add depth and dimension....then I adhered them to the card front and embellished with Spring Rain buttons, flowers, and trim. I punched a tag from patterned paper and stamped the sentiment on it using Dark Chocolate ink, and tucked it just under the left edge of the large button.  The paper used on this card is from Melissa Frances.
 

On this card, I used two of the bunny images, stamped them on patterned paper using Lavender Moon ink, and trimmed the sides using my pinking shears...the sweet bunny pom pom tail was Nichole's idea...thank you Nichole. 

I used Lemon Zest as my base, and stamped the Background Basics:  Tin Type image down the right side using Raspberry Fizz ink.  The sentiment is stamped using Smokey Shadow and I embellished with Spring Moss buttons.  The paper used on this card is from Melissa Frances and Basic Grey.

 

On this card I used the beautiful leaf image....and gave it a bit of Martha Stewart flocking to add softness and texture...I'm  hooked on flocking...it's so easy and the results are sweet. 
 

I used Spring Moss cardstock as my base, stamped the image on Vintage Cream cardstock using Spring Moss ink, and embellished with Spring Moss buttons, and Vintage Cream silk ribbon.  The sentiment is stamped using Ripe Avocado ink.   The paper used on this card is from Melissa Frances and Basic Grey.

 

I added a bit of stitching to the leaves on this card...just a simple way to add a bit more character. 
 

I used Vintage Cream cardstock as the base here, embossed a portion of it using one of Papertrey Ink's exclusive new embossing plates, a bit of Pretty Pastel paper down teh right edge, and Vintage Cream grosgrain  The image is stamped using VersaMark and then embossed using silver embossing powder.  The sentiment is stamped using Spring Moss ink.  I added a bit of Melissa Frances paper to this along with Prima trim, and a Making Memories fabric brad.  

Be sure to check out Nichole's blog for her delightful project using this same set.

Enjoy your weekend.

Melis

 

 

 

Comments

[Evgenia]

you are so talented! like them)

[Be(e)]

Amazing cards!! They're so gorgeous and sweet! I love your choice of colors and your style!

[Katie Berberich]

These card are all gorgeous, I love how you've used the buttons, they really "make" the cards don't they. I love your presentation too, such lovely photos :)

[Mary J]

Gosh, these are amazing. I think these are my most favs out of all your cards - grt job!

[Cam]

You have sold me on this set. Your cards, as usual, are exquisite!

[Joan]

Those cards are wonderful! Love each one of them. I specially love the ribbon you are using, where can I find it?

[Stella]

I just can't find the right words but I'll give it a try.. I can't choose one single card; I think they are all fabulous! Soooooo beautiful. I don't know how you do it time after time but it's amazing to see what you create!

[Kelly Schirmer]

Melissa you are SO talented! These cards are the sweetest things ever! People must do cartwheels when they see an envelope from you in their mailboxes!

[Heather]

Eye Candy! I just love your cards. They are the best ever. I love the soft colors you use and they are always so feminine. :D

[Debbie Olson]

Melissa, it's funny--the only coherent sound out of my mouth when I see your lovelies is always. . . wow, , , So beautiful!

[Diane Jaquay]

What can I say Melissa, all of these cards are simply EXQUISITE!!!

[Carol R]

All your cards are wonderful! I like how you stamped the images onto patterned paper. My two favorites are the Happy Easter card with the pompom tails on the bunnies and the Friendship Forever card. I just like how it all works together with the ribbon and little rosebuds.

[Marisa G]

These are just beautiful! I am always amazed at the creative ways in which you use stamps. Just lovely...

[Sharli]

Wowie!!! I love everything - but had one of those "AHA" moments when I saw the little bunnies with the script and the soft color. I never thought of doing that - and the effect is just enchanting! I learn so much from you Melissa! Thanks!

[Alice Golden]

oh sure...thanks a lot Melissa... I hadn't really wanted this stamp set until looking at your post... my poor wallet :)
Seriously, thanks for all the wonderful inspiration - your work is amazing!

[regina]

beautiful beautiful beautiful stuff....i gotta get me some...hugs

[Shay]

Simply gorgeous cards! I love all the beautiful touches and embellishments which makes each card so scrumptious!

[jan metcalf]

Lovely, lovely cards! Great details! It is all in the details isn't it? You are a great designer!

[Tonya Peters]

Gorgeous Cards!! Just love what you did with that set!

[Kathy Tator]

Wow! Amazing, Melissa. You never cease to come up with beautiful colors and combinations to make things so pretty. Thank you for sharing.

[Helen F.]

Oh My! All of your cards are amazing, Melissa. I just love love love the bunnies ~~ too cute!

[Alyssa B]

Ooooooh! what lovely cards!

[Wren Manners]

I cannot tell you how much i love your blog! i get excited every day to see what you are going to post! Thanks so much for adding to my day. Wren

[Squeaks]

Each day when I visit your blog, it adds beauty, peace, and inspiration to my life. You are gifted in so many ways and I can't thank you enough for sharing it with others. As usual, your offering to Papertrey is so beyond simple stamp sets and "tools". 'Exquisite' has been used several times to describe your work, and it is just that.

[shery]

love your colors