Neutral Poppies

Sometimes simple is better. I love the Pleasant Poppies background stamp.  I’ve never been able to get so much use from a background stamp before.  The versatility is just great.  This Clean and Simple (CAS) card is just perfect for any occasion – and gender.  Again, versatility is great!  Here are a few tips to help you achieve this great look.

Creative Tips:

• Keep the color throughout your project.  I know poppies are normally orange, but the neutrality of this project is just fine. 
• White space is a key component to Clean and Simple cards.  To help add depth to this project, a tiny bit of paper-piercing in the corners go a long way.
• Keep the font of your greeting simple as well.  You’ll change the look of the card by adding a script rather than a printed font.  I love the look of the set Made for You.  Three simple greetings in lower case font that are just the right size for any project – and it’s only $8.95 for all three!

To tie my ribbon just perfect, I use the simple rule of right over left, left over right (or vice versa).  I do not wrap my ribbon around my project, instead, I tie a know with a large ring loop.  I then figure out where I want my ribbon and cut the loop directly below it.  I save on ribbon, and it’s easy to tie.

• If I place my saying in the bottom right corner, then I add my embellishment to the left side to provide balance.
• Think about popping your final card front up on Stampin’ Dimensionals for a finishing touch.  It adds dimension to your project – especially when you have paper-piercing on that layer.

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Stamp Sets – Pleasant Poppies (129499), Made for You (126342) Paper – Whisper White (100730), Sahara Sand (121043) Ink – Sahara Sand (126976) Cool Tools –Essentials Paper-Piercing Pack (126187), Paper-Piercing Tool (126189), Stampin’ Pierce Mat (126119) The Perfect Finish – Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), 3/8” Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon (109070)