Saturday, May 22, 2010

The Sky is the Limit


Yep!  This is my 2nd post for today but I just couldn't help myself!  My new PTI release order (which was my Mother's Day present) came in the mail this morning and I had, and I mean HAD, to play with it all!  So, this card uses quite a few new products.  I'm loving this new Up, Up and Away set!!  So much fun!

I cut just a little bit off the card's width so that I could hang those clouds off the side and still allow it to fit in a regular sized envelope.  I LOVED how Dana did this on her card here.


Here's a closeup of the texture on the card.  Of course it all started out as smooth cardstock.  I used the linen side of the new Linen/Canvas Impression plate on the sky background and I used the canvas side on the clouds to add texture.  That green balloon is stamped with the new PTI color, Simply Chartreuse.  The verdict is still out on that one...not sure what I think of that color yet.


Here's another closeup, this time of the dimension.  I popped up one cloud and two of the balloons with 1/16" pop dots.


And, last by not least is the matching envelope!  I like how it turned out as well.  I stamped the clouds in Spring Rain to match the sky background on the card.  Oh, and one more tidbit...I finally used Summer Sunrise, that color scares me a little.  I actually really liked it and will have to use it again.

Hope you enjoyed this card and if you haven't received your new PTI order yet, I hope you get it very, very soon!

Supplies (all PTI unless noted)
Stamps: Up, Up & Away, Up, Up & Away Sentiments, Fancy Flourishes
Paper: Spring Rain, White
Ink: Spring Rain, True Black, Raspberry Fizz, Summer Sunrise, Simply Chartreuse, Champagne VersaMark
Other: Cloud Dies, Pop Dots

23 comments:

Susan said...

Your card is SO gorgeous!!! Love the color combo. And the layout is perfect. Love how you put the texture on the clouds!!

And then my jaw dropped when I read it was the envelope!!! I have never seen a prettier envelope!! I just love it!!

I keep talking myself out of this set. If I do get it I'm going to be casing you for sure! :)

Amy Kolling said...

Oh Jen!!! All those little details are just fabulous......the impressions on the clouds, the flourishes behind the balloons (great idea BTW) and the Summer Sunrise. I am LOVING Summer Sunrise lately !!!

Carol's Ink Spot said...

So Cute! Love how you have lined the balloons up over the flourish image. Love the envy too! Just rec'd my order and will play tomorrow.

Diane Jaquay said...

This card totally ROCKS!!! Everything about it is FABULOUS!

Unknown said...

Ooooh, these are fabulous! Love the dimension. That texture on the blue looks great. These plates have been off my radar due to the price, but after seeing your close-up I may have to rethink that! Love how you used the flourish too.

C Stephens said...

Love this card Jen. I need to order this stamp set and die!!!

Keva said...

I love these.. I think I really do need to get that set. I passed on it thinking it wasn't me, but I love the creations I am seeing with it! Great cards...

Barb said...

These are adorable, Jen! Seriously love how the swirl runs behind the balloons on the blue one... fab!

Lorraine said...

Gorgeous card and envelope! I took that stamp set & dies out of my cart, but you are making me want to put it back in again...LOL. Just beautiful!

Christina said...

Absolutely adorable, Jen! The flourish behind the balloons is brilliant, and your matching envelope is just perfect! I'm anxiously awaiting my Linen & Canvas plate--love what you've done with it!

Laurie said...

Great card Jen! You did jump in right away didn't you? :)

jen said...

Great card! I love all the details & textures! I think I dig that new green color! :) And that envie is over the top!!!

Mrs. Tamashiro said...

Simply gorgeous. I love the colors, the texture, everything. As usual, you are so creative!

Anonymous said...

Have to say that as great as they look online...they look better in person! Love you babe! Keep up the great work!

Dwight

Gayatri said...

Wow! Jennifer, your card is gorgeous. Love it love it. I can't wait for my parcel to arrive. I like the envelope too. Great work!

Unknown said...

Adorable! I love all of the details on your card and envelope too. I got the texture plates but haven't tried it yet. Shame on me!

Debbie Gaydos said...

This is adorable!! And the envie looks great too. I love the colors. I think I need to add SC and SS to my ink wishlist, lol.

Jackie Solomon said...

Wow, this is a gorgeous card. I love everything, the texture on the clouds, the flourishes in the bkg, and the envelope is to die for!

Jackie Pedro said...

Another great card, Jen!! LOVe all the texture!

Jennifer K said...

Wow, Jen!! This card is awesome. I love the texture and depth you added to it.

Barbara said...

ACK!!! I love this, Jen!!! Can't wait to get the time to play with mine!

Dana said...

Well your card outshines mine anyday! Love the impression plate and the flourishes along the side...makes it seem so realistic!

Katie said...

I'm definitely going to try that clouds hanging over the edge tip...and I love how you used Fancy Flourishes in the background. Love it!

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