leaf prints revisited...

Where did July go?  Time passes so quickly lately and here we are welcoming August once again.  The Sr. Team at Papertrey Ink are revisiting the Leaf Prints stamp set...one of my favorite because of yes, you guessed it, my love of all things autumn.  I chose to try and use this set in a couple of non-traditional ways just to trick my own brain in to thinking I didn't have to hide it away and use it only for fall projects and in the months of October and November...I feel so much better now :)

I created a heart shaped wreath wrapped in wired burlap and embellished with die-cut and hand stamped leaves.  Some leaves are cut from Vintage Cream felt, others from vellum, a couple from Vintage Cream cardstock and stamped in Sweet Blush with a light dusting of Mica Flakes, and then lastly, a few cut from Dearest Jane patterned paper and embossed in gold.

I love that the Leaf Prints stamp set has a coordinating die collection available...makes creating dimensional projects such a breeze.

This project was inspired by an oh, so beautiful wreath I have had pinned for a few months now...I adore the original, created by someone I have long admired, Catherine Scanlon.

(photo from spottedcanary)

My next project uses Leaf Prints and coordinating dies on a card and was inspired by another Pinterest lovely...

(photo from danamadeit)

I used Spring Moss, Sweet Blush, and Classic Kraft ink, and Autumn Rose felt.  The Guide Lines Grid Impression Plate was used after my stamping, and then the Edgers #3 die was used along the bottom edge to dress it up a bit.  The Fresh Alphabet stamp set was used to spell out "You" and after die cutting the leaf from Autumn Rose felt, I used the Heart Prints die collection and cut a heart out of the leaf and then added that heart to stand in place of the letter "O".  

Once again I used the negative space left from my Modern Alphabet die along with the Tiny Tags die collection, and the Little Bitty Bird stamp set and an image from the First Fruits stamp set.  A tiny touch of Dearest Jane and Fine Linen Gingham brought in just enough pattern and character to finish it all off.

Be sure to stop by the blogs of the other Sr. Team members to see what they've created for you:

Betsy Veldman

Dawn McVey

Heather Nichols

Maile Belles

 

Enjoy your day!

Melis

Comments

[Patty O'Malley]

Oh wow, Melis! I love that wreath! Gorgeous leaf cluster and bow as well as the buttons and burlap. How large does it measure in size? Adorable card, too! I love the fact that you can use the wreath year round.

[Marybeth L.]

Love your heart wreath with the gorgeous leaf bow,with a bit of sparkle .... So pretty! Your beautiful pink felt card is gorgeous too! Thanks for the inspration !

[Kristii]

Oh my goodness!! You make any season beautiful!!! Love, love, love your wreath!! The buttons and gorgeous leaf cluster are amazing!! I totally love your pink fall card too!!! Sooo totally fun!! You are amazing!

[Linda]

Amazing as always.

[Karen Corbett]

I love all of the sweet details in your card and wreath. The soft creamy wreath is a great way to welcome any season and your card is a beautiful collage of colours and textures.

[Karen Letchworth]

This is just beautiful, Melissa. You really made this set shine!
Blessings,
Karen

[Leigh Penner]

Your wreath is lovely, Melis and that card took my breath away! So many perfect little details-- I just love your style!

[Melisa Hunter]

Very creative projects! I love seeing all the unique details that you add to your cards. They are real works of art!

[Maureen]

What a perfect card. The pink ribbon, bow, and button pull everything together. Love it!
Such a pretty wreath too.
Maureen

[Lisa]

I have a sweet blogging friend Michelle who makes lovely creations with this set. Between the two of you I am convinced I NEED it! I am swooning big time over your wreath. I'm a former floral designer and I really want to make one of these! Thanks for giving me a kick start Melissa! Blessings on your day ;)

[Stella]

The combo of neutrals in your wreath is perfect. It has a touch of elegance, country living and looks so chic. Wow!Your card made my jaw drop.... Love this!

[Nancy]

Thank you for using the stamp set and dies in a non traditional way. I wish I could think outside the box like you. I just adore all the projects....you are so creative!

[Tonya J]

Absolutely Gorgeous! ALL of it! I really love the color combos too.

[janet wilson]

WOW, stunning :)

[Meredith]

Okay, the wreath is beautiful, and I love the way you clustered those leaves... but my jaw DROPPED at your card. SO many beautiful details, and I just LOVE the way you die cut the heart out of the leaf - I want to remember that! And leaves stamped behind the letter are just beautiful!!

[andrea smith.]

Your projects are beautiful! I really like how you used the tiny heart for the "o" on hour card. Very pretty :)

[AOK]

So, so beautiful. A delightful post. TFS.

[Cindy H.]

Wow, this is just absolutely gorgeous! Love it!

[Catherine Scanlon]

thanks for sharing my wreath from the Spotted Canary and your inspiration from it is beautiful-- as always -- I think we have a mutual admiration ;-) Have a wonderful day!!

[Anne C]

Unbelievable, just stunning. I think that says it all!

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