Introducing Holiday Sparkle

Welcome to countdown week!! I am over the moon excited about sharing sneak peeks for the newest release from the Urban Design collection called Holiday Sparkle.  It is a collection of super fun images and sentiments that you can use to create sparkle in all of your holiday creations.   I can hardly wait to show you some of my creations.  Holiday Sparkle will be available through Papertrey Ink on Oct. 15th, 2010.


First up is a unique design that I created that will surely dazzle the eyes.  I have several uses for the image below so make sure to check back during the release to see how you can use this focal border for all of your holiday projects and designs.


I began with the focal image.  I stamped it using True Black and coloured it with a light blue copic marker.  I also outlined the image using a W2 copic marker.  I stamped the sentiment using hibiscus burst ink.  Then, I applied the pink gems!!

INSTRUCTIONS

CARD #1

1. Create card base and impress using die.
2. Cut layers and punch scallop.
3. Stamp image.  Colour and outline image. 
4. Stamp sentiment.
5. Apply gems.
6. Adhere all layers

SUPPLIES

Stamp Set(s):  Holiday Sparkle by PTI available October 15th,

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White by PTI, Spring Moss by PTI, True Black by PTI, Aqua mist by PTI

Ink: True Black by PTI, Hibiscus Burst by PTI

Accent: Gems

Tools: Woodgrain impression plate by PTI, Corner Chomper by We R Memory Makers

The second card was inspired by my tree at home.  We set up our tree either the last day of November or the first day of December.  I know that seems early for some people but truth be told the tree is down by December 26th.  What I love most about the tree is the soothing lights.  I love the twinkle and shimmer they give.  I love the glow and the warm feeling they create.  When I create this tree stamp I wanted a way to add dazzle and sparkle to each and every one of my projects so I left openings to add that extra touch!  

I began by creating my textured background using an impression plate.  Next I stamped my image and sentiment on separate pieces of paper and lightly edged the sides with a sponge and Dark Chocolate ink.  The I applied my gems and attached my ribbon.

INSTRUCTIONS

CARD #2

1. Create card base and impress using die.
   
2. Cut layers.
3. Stamp image and sentiment.  Edge the paper with sponge and ink.
4. Apply gems to tree.
5. Attach ribbon and thread.
   
6. Adhere all layers

SUPPLIES

Stamp Set(s):  Holiday Sparkle by PTI available October 15th, sentiment from Holiday Spirit Sentiments by PTI

Cardstock: Stamper's Select White by PTI, Spring Moss by PTI, Dark Chocolateby PTI

Ink: Dark Chooolate by PTI, Spring Moss by PTI

Accent: Gem, Ribbon by PTI

Tools: Picnic Plaid impression plate by PTI, Sponge

 

I'd love to hear which of these cards is your favourite. Thanks again for stopping by.  I'll see you back for Day 2 of the previews!

Alli