Pattern mixing is popular when styling your outfits right now. I don't know if I am that adventurous. But I can mix patterns with my patterned paper. For this card I used a print from the Through the Year (top of the card) and Designers Choice (bottom of the card).
This card has a lot going on, but I wanted the eye to be drawn into the center of the card. To achieve this I sponged the edges of the patterned paper with Oatmeal Cookie ink. It also helps to bring the two different patterns together. I mounted my printed paper onto a piece of Summer Days paper. The brightness of that paper can take over, so to soften it and give it some texture, I distressed the edge by going over it with my nail. I closed pair of scissors works well here too, if the thumb nail does not do the trick.
I also sponged the edge of the oval with the sentiment on it. Have only one layer can leave elements looking a little flat. Sponging the edge in a neutral color is subtle but also give a more defined edge, creating dimension.
The last element I sponged was this paper flower embellishment. I was the very light yellow color. I wanted to have a bit more contrast, so I sponged the edges with the Summer Days ink, bringing that flower to life.
Below are all the supplies I used to make this card. (the twine was tied around the egg crates, I reused it here on this card)
You can find the entire collection on FSJ products HERE.
Stay tuned, tomorrow I have one more creation for you with the Small Things stamp set! Thanks for spending some time with me today, you can also find me on Facebook, here.
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