This stamp set (Dream Catcher) is retired and rare, and I paid more for it than I care to admit. I bought it off Ebay shortly after I started working in Red Lake, and I am really glad I did. The vision for these cards came to me while driving home from work after a night shift on Friday morning, and I still love the way they turned out!
The new firm foam inkpads make this image so much more crisp and clear, so much more beautiful! I find myself more drawn to the intricately designed stamps because I can get an image I am happy with! I always assumed it was something I was doing that made the images a little mucky.
I used a non-SU set that really helped communicate the message I wanted for these cards. I love the crisp, clean imagery throughout this card.
And this is the second version. The print in the background gives the definition of the word Hero.
And the inside...
I am hoping that this is a popular card, but I only made 1 of each. Maybe I should make 1 more of each.
- Stamps: Dream Catcher (retired SU), My Hero My Dad (PTI)
- Ink: Early Espresso, Soft Suede
- Paper: Naturals Ivory, Early Espresso, Soft Suede
- Other: 1" Square punch, Stampin' Dimensionals
Wow! This is an an absolutely fantastic card. Just stunning. And I am with you -- these new ink pads are life changing!!
ReplyDeleteFabulous card Tanya. It's a wow for sure. And I'm with you on the new stamp pads. I find myself planning colors for my cards based on which stamp pads I have in the new design.
ReplyDeleteAmazing cards, Tanya! You should have made more!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful image. I can see why you wanted it! I also agree about the stamp pads; I find myself reaching for stamps I had previously ignored!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! These will be a hit!!!
ReplyDeleteThese are great cards - I can easily see recreating the background on the computer, I am seeing more and more ways to use MDS today....hmmm
ReplyDeleteLove this!! I too have this set .. one of my favs cards made using it!!
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