Class of 2010 :: Graduation

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Hey Bleeps! I hope you had a fabulous weekend! I ventured down to North Carolina for our nephew's graduation. I whipped up this card right before we jetted out of town. It was super easy to make and matched the graduation invitation/high school colors (I think)! :) I'm also sharing how I usually finish the inside of my cards and one option I use to package them for hand delivery. I package the card in a glassine bag, then simply tie twine around it. You could do more, but since this card was for a young man, simple was best!

Instructions

1. Create an A2 size card base from rustic cream cardstock.
2. Stamp "Class of 2010" at the bottom.
3. Stamp argyle pattern at the top.
4. Stamp circle image and heat emboss with gold embossing powder, then die cut the circle.
5. Adhere navy strip, then add twine.
   
6. Then, pop circle die cut.

Tips & Tricks

• When stamping, I personally do not have to have a dark complete impression. Take a look how the navy looks here, like a denim effect. Some people think it's not a good impression, but I like the way the stamp does not completely saturate the ink for a more rustic effect.
• Punch tiny half holes on the sides of the card where the twine will be to hold it in place. Learned from PTI @ CHA! :)
  

Supplies

Stamps :: PTI - for the graduate, a little argyle
Ink :: Versamark; PTI - enchanted evening; Ranger - old paper
Cardstock :: PTI - enchanted evening, rustic cream
Embellishments :: May Arts - twine
Tools :: Spellbinders - standard circles small nestabilities (S4-116), wizard; Filigree - gold embossing powder; heat tool


Thanks for your visit! Enjoy your Monday too!