I have to be honest with you, I was not a huge fan of the metal embellishments that CTMH has come out with in the past. I LOVED all the ideas in the Idea Books that the art dept. created to showcase the embellishments. BUT when it came time for ME to use them in my art, I just could not get creative enough.
But there is something different and super cool about these Foundry Flourishes in the Autumn/Winter 2010 Idea Book. I love the flowers with the leaves and the frame that comes with it can be used as an accent on a scrapbook page, card or a paper project.
Here is a card that I had actually created for our last unit meeting. I volunteered to come up with projects using the stamp set In the Month of November. This card was created to showcase the stamps in the set.
I think that a lot of times, the embellishments in the Idea Books get overlooked. This is one embellishment that should NOT be overlooked! They are SO reasonable too. You get a package for only $4.95. You get 13 pieces for that price too! Make sure that you check out the Autumn/Winter 2010 Idea Book online. You will find them featured with the Olivia paper pack and also on page 92.
Supplies used:
Paper: Olivia Level 2 Paper Pack ($12.95)
Stamp Set: In the Month of November ($22.95)
Inks Used: Cocoa and Barn Red ($5.25 each)
Embellishments: Natural Hemp ($2.25) Cocoa Grosgrain Ribbon (bulk $6.95) Foundry Flourishes ($4.95) Mocha Opaques ($2.95)
Tools used: Sandpaper ($3.50), Originals Card Program ($21.95)
Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Hope this has inspired you to head to the back of the Idea Book and check out all the AWESOME embellishments that Close to my Heart makes to match PERFECTLY with your papers, inks and stamps!!
Happy Scrapping and Stamping!
jen
Thanks Amy!
Jen that is super cute! It really gives your card a polished look. I can totally see that on a scrapbook page.