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Today's project is very simple. I created faux ribbon (a technique I have done before here) with just some masking tape and ink. This set was designed specifically for this purpose because I really wanted something to achieve this look effortlessly! Hence the name of this set is exactly that, Faux Ribbon!
Step 1:
Apply masking tape (or mask or preference) to card front at desired width. Sponge ink in circular motion at both edges.
Step 2:
Remove masking tape and viola, your faux ribbon! Notice how the "highlight" in the middle really adds dimension.
Step 3:
Add stripes and the scalloped edge (how cool is that) with the stamps included in the NEW set!
Step 4:
Add a silk flower and a sentiment (from this set) and you are good to go! Very quick and easy! And think of all the pretty colors you could use.
ETA: To make the masking tape less tacky (and easier to remove) simply stick it repeatedly to your clothing or carpet before adhering it to your project! It does the trick every time!
The flower was stamped with the smallest dot from Green Thumb.
Ooo! Lovely. Just lovely! Thanks for the tips and inspiration.
Posted by:Nicole Seitler | April 11, 2007 at 02:29 PM
This is absolutely gorgeous! You always amaze me! Simplicity never looked so good!
Posted by:Julia Stainton | April 11, 2007 at 02:36 PM
This is so freakin' awesome!! LOVE love LOVE it!!!! wowee!!
Posted by:AJ/willosmama | April 11, 2007 at 02:51 PM
Wonderful, can't wait to see the whole set!!! Beautiful simple card!
Posted by:Geny | April 11, 2007 at 03:13 PM
I look forward to each day before you release a new set. I know I will love this set. I have all the other ones. Keep up the great work. You are a very talented person. Have a great day.
karen mackie
kmackie@verizon.net
Posted by:karen Mackie | April 11, 2007 at 03:13 PM
Wonderful, can't wait to see the whole set!!! Beautiful simple card!
Posted by:Geny | April 11, 2007 at 03:13 PM
I love this card! Cant wait! Thanks for the sneak peeks!
Posted by:Dana Jones | April 11, 2007 at 03:17 PM
Another gorgeous card!
I'd love to hear any tips you might have for getting your lines so nice and straight! That seems to be something I have problems with even with grid lines on my blocks.
Posted by:kendra | April 11, 2007 at 03:17 PM
So pretty and you make it look so easy!! Can't wait to see more!!
Posted by:Julie Masse | April 11, 2007 at 03:25 PM
What a stunning card, Nichole! Love the simplicity of the card.... but yet it looks so elegant. Another stunner!
Posted by:Melissa | April 11, 2007 at 03:46 PM
Sensational card!
Hang on tight...here we go again, there's a knot in my stomach already. Thank goodness Ellen is having a great sale on Friday to give me something else to look forward to. I hope I don't burst, LOL, TFS.
Posted by:Juanita | April 11, 2007 at 04:11 PM
Oh this is wonderful! I love it! Can I pretty please order early? I have a hard time waiting, and being patient. uugghh
:-)
Posted by:Lisa | April 11, 2007 at 04:24 PM
Holy cow of all things linear! This is SO elegant and simple. Can't wait for more, more, more Nichole!
Posted by:Michelle Wooderson | April 11, 2007 at 04:25 PM
Oooh, oooh, ooooh, ahhhhh! I just love this, what a simple but fabulous idea. I am speechless at your genius! :)
Posted by:Ally | April 11, 2007 at 04:47 PM
Oh Nicole, these samples are fabulous! This looks like it is going to be a great basic set to have. Another winner I'd say!
Ruth A.
Posted by:Ruth | April 11, 2007 at 05:03 PM
Oh I just love that scalloped edge! Fabulous!
Posted by:Sherrie | April 11, 2007 at 05:24 PM
yep, I'm diggin' it, Nichole! Rock on girlfriend! :)
Posted by:trudee | April 11, 2007 at 05:49 PM
Each sneak peak gets better than the last one! Keep em coming!
Linda
Posted by:Linda (LSN on SCS) | April 11, 2007 at 05:55 PM
Lovin' all the sneak peeks. So clever. Can't wait for the reveal. And, yep.... love that scalloped line. More ... more... What's that over top the sentiment. Is that a flourish? :)
Posted by:Lisa H. | April 11, 2007 at 05:58 PM
Oh goodness I can hardly wait !!!!!
Posted by:Shawna Renville | April 11, 2007 at 06:05 PM
Great set! I can't wait to get it!
Posted by:Denise | April 11, 2007 at 06:57 PM
I love the faux ribbon! This looks like it's going to be another fun set, and quite different from the others.
Posted by:Rose Ann | April 11, 2007 at 08:57 PM
well, I for one am staying up 'till midnight Saturday night to make sure I get this set!! LOL!! can't wait to play with this one - you are amazing Nichole!!!
Posted by:Cindy Lyles | April 11, 2007 at 09:12 PM
Pretty card!!
Posted by:stampngokaren | April 11, 2007 at 09:21 PM
Oh my goodness! I am loving this set and your tutorials! I'm glad I'm getting a little play money next week.
Posted by:snarflemarfle | April 11, 2007 at 09:32 PM