Jul 20 2014
CAS Elegant Masculine Birthday – by Sharon Johnson
This afternoon we will be attending a birthday party for a gentleman from our church who is turning 90 years old. I, of course, didn’t want to go with my usual ribbon, bows and flowers, so I opted for a clean and simple, yet refined look that I thought perhaps a gentleman of this age might appreciate. In my opinion every card just NEEDS that tiny bit of glitz whether it’s going to a man or woman, and this was achieved on today’s card by embossing both the image and sentiment, using metallic cardstock (minimally) and embossing my brads to match. I was pleased — take a look:
The subtle sheen from the embossing and paper shows up so much better in real life. Sorry I couldn’t capture it in the photo.
I used a stamp by IndigoBlu — have you checked them out? I love them! They are a bit larger than many, so please be sure to read the stamp measurements before purchasing. I always enjoy a larger stamp, so they work well for me. My card today is 6.5 x 4.75″ made to fit perfectly into an A6 Clear Box. They make a great gift presentation.
Stamps: Tall Grasses by IndigoBlu – image
NEW Birthday Floral Vintage Labels Eight and Nine by JustRite – sentiment
Stamped with: VersaMark Watermark Ink
Embossed with: Copper Embossing Powder
Paper: Kanban Mirror Cardstock – Copper Silk; Cream Cardstock
Die: JustRite Custom Die – Vintage Tag Dies
Embellishments: Brass brads that were embossed with the same copper as above to match project
Adhesives: Tape Runner, 3D Foam Squares
Tall Grasses by IndigoBlu
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These are larger stamps – please read measurements before purchasing.
Birthday Floral Vintage Labels Eight and Nine, large clear stamp set by JustRite
This is brand NEW from JustRite. I used the sentiment today from this yet – lots of option offered!
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3 responses so far
Great design, perfect for a 90 year old gentleman!
Fabulous card and such a great idea for the toughest catagory I know, masculine. Birthday blessings to the recipient. TFS.
Oh, Sharon, what a beautiful and gentlemanly card this is! I so agree that using the metallic card stock and brads adds lovely richness! Stunning card! Hugs!