While trying to decide what to do for this card, a ribbon wreath came to mind. I have seen these around blogland for a while and today was the day to try one. I used 1/4" white grosgrain ribbon and went to work. Once complete, I added some gold half pearls, a button and some beaded gold twine for the bow. It's hard to tell in the picture (had to use the light box as no time to take a picture tomorrow morning edit: new picture now posted), but I used some delicious brushed gold paper for my layers. The sentiment is also gold. Didn't add anything else as I wanted the wreath to be the focal point of the card. You can find the tutorial here if you are interested.
Thanks for visiting today and hope your Christmas preparations are well under way. I'm well under control except for miserably failing in the card department :( Will have to use some old cards for those who have to get mailed this week (aka out of town family) and locals will benefit from new ones, or they'll get an extra special birthday card next year in lieu of a Christmas card this year. Hate myself for being in this position....on the upside, think I have my first New Year's resolution!
What's In It?
Stamps: (SU) Peaceful Wishes
Paper: Brushed Gold, White
Ink: VersaMark
Accessories: 1/4" White Grosgrain Ribbon, Gold Half Pearls, Button, Beaded Gold Twine, Glue Dots, Gold Embossing Powder, Dimensionals
This is beautiful! That wreath is fabulous, looks so difficult. Very elegant, love it!
ReplyDeleteOh my word, look at that FABULOUS wreath! So gorgeous with the gold pearls and beaded cord. LOVE the white space!
ReplyDeleteTruly beautiful, Marisa! You're right to add nothing else. The wreath is really putting on a show.
ReplyDeleteLovely card and so very peaceful! Thanks so much for playing with us at PPA!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the wreath! Thanks for playing at Pals Paper Arts!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!!!! Did I say gorgeous?!! LOL!! Love it Marisa!!
ReplyDeleteStunning! Such a beautiful wreath! I've never seen one like it.
ReplyDeleteJust amazingly beautiful! I am with Vicki - I love everything aboiut it!
ReplyDeleteoh, Marisa, this is just stunning!!! What a cool wreath!!! Love the pearls and bow and everything!! thanks for the link :)
ReplyDeleteOooooooooooh!!!! LOVE THIS!!!! Gorgeous in white and gold and that wreath is stunning!!!!!
ReplyDeleteOMG...this is fabulous GF!!! My jaw just dropped to the floor...love your wreath!!! You totally rocked the inspiration challenge!!! Hugs ~S~
ReplyDeleteOh boy, this is stunning! It looks a little daunting, though! Since you aren't saying, I'm hoping it wasn't tricky! I don't need tricky today!
ReplyDeleteOh, my. THis is angelic and gorgeous.
ReplyDeletebeautiful, your ribbon wreath turned out fabulous. I love the white on white.
ReplyDeleteWOW! That's all the comment I can come up with for this stunning card.
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