The new Embellished Elegance stamp set from Papertrey Ink is one of those effortless sets that only creates beauty :). It is so easy and full of possibilities. My first card uses this set very simply, without the coordinating dies...I did my best to attempt one layer, ha.
I began by stamping my Rustic Cream card base with the large "happy" using Raspberry Fizz ink. I then started layering on the vines (Classic Kraft ink), leaves (Limeade Ice), and flowers, (Summer Sunrise, Berry Sorbet, Harvest Gold, and Raspberry Fizz). That's all it took, so simple. The second half of my sentiment was stamped on a die cut vellum Double Ended Banner and embossed using silver embossing powder.
Across the top I added a die cut Filigree Border cut from Basic Grey Highline paper, and then I added a strip of white cardstock that had been embossed using the Background Basics: Diamonds Impression Plate. I added a strip of White Silk ribbon and sequins to finish it off.
My second card uses more layering. I used the Monthly Moments: Slide Frame die and By the Numbers paper to create a focal point of sorts, adhered it to a block of Crate Paper's Maggie Holmes Styleboard paper, and started building from there. I die cut my "happy" and flowers all from Rustic Cream cardstock and used Smokey Shadow ink ("happy"), Raspberry Fizz, Limeade Ice, Summer Sunrise, Berry Sorbet, and Harvest Gold ink (flowers).
I used dimensional adhesive to add a lot of depth. The second half of my sentiment was die cut from foil paper from the Make it Market Kit: Luxe Letterpress, and the Double Ended Banners die. I then embossed it in clear embossing powder.
A few sequins, adhesive pearls, and True Black Baker's Twine, and my card was finished. I love this set and the dies just take it to a whole new level.
Thanks for visiting. The other Papertrey Ink designers have used this set as well and have projects to share with you:
Your cards make me 'happy'! I am smiling! So much loveliness.
Posted by: jan m | March 13, 2014 at 05:11 AM
beautiful cards..
Posted by: Annette Allen | March 13, 2014 at 06:04 AM
You are very creative!
Posted by: Deb H | March 13, 2014 at 06:14 AM
Darling cards! The first one is my favorite with that patterned paper filigree border and vellum-layered sentiment.
Posted by: annheidel | March 13, 2014 at 06:30 AM
Beautiful cards, Melis!
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | March 13, 2014 at 06:39 AM
Your cards are gorgeous Melissa! Love the colors you used and I just have to say that your second card blew me away!
Posted by: Kristii | March 13, 2014 at 07:42 AM
Oh my, absolutely fabulous - no other words to describe these beauties :)
Posted by: janet wilson | March 13, 2014 at 08:42 AM
I was looking forward to what you would do with this set and as usual your cards are awesome! You have a knack for pulling the most beauty out of every stamp and die set.
Posted by: Deborah R | March 13, 2014 at 08:48 AM
I absolutely love your style!
Posted by: Linda L in Tennessee | March 13, 2014 at 09:32 AM
Melissa, you amaze me all the time. Such beautiful cards.
Posted by: Elizabeth S. | March 13, 2014 at 09:52 AM
Your cards are beautiful as always. I absolutely love the second one...with black polka dots, raspberry fizz, limeade, summer sunrise inks....the colors are striking!
Posted by: Elle | March 13, 2014 at 10:08 AM
Amazing! All the cards in today's Elegance hop really introduced this new stamp set in all its variations and its glory. Thank you all!!
Posted by: Treetops | March 13, 2014 at 12:13 PM
So pretty & very happy! This floral set definitely lends itself to your style. Thanks so much & happy day to you.
Posted by: Troy Louise | March 13, 2014 at 12:40 PM
Your cards just brightened my day! Thank you.
Posted by: Cammie | March 13, 2014 at 01:43 PM
Beautiful cards. I like your one layer card. Love the colors and the lay out of the cards
Posted by: Grace | March 13, 2014 at 02:43 PM
So pretty! I love all the detail you put into your cards! What a work of art! This stamp set is so pretty. I might have to get this one!
Posted by: Kelli B. | March 13, 2014 at 03:03 PM
Ha ha, you make a one layer card! Nice try, you almost pulled it off, but it is very pretty, as usual. Both cards are beautiful. You have such a lovely unique style. Di
Posted by: Di Ayers | March 13, 2014 at 05:51 PM
Absolutely gorgeous! I love your use of vellum!
Posted by: Patt H. | March 13, 2014 at 07:27 PM
GREAT card, Melissa! I love the vellum "everything" over the happy and that gold flag w/sentiment. All of the colors, pattern, etc. are ... terrific. :)
Posted by: Gabby | March 14, 2014 at 12:06 AM
GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!:) I think I might be liking the set EMBELLISHED ELEGANCE the BEST!!!! :)
Posted by: Becky Green | March 14, 2014 at 09:40 AM
I've been seeing sequins being used quite a bit lately. Were is a good source without looking like you shopped the quality of the kids section of the store?
Posted by: Jenny R | March 16, 2014 at 11:40 AM