Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Sip and Savor



I have a few more cards to share from last week's big Verve anniversary release, starting with this sweet one today using  the new Sip and Savor. I was inspired by a local tea room and antique shop -- the historic home it's in, the beautiful, worn, creaky floors, all the lace and china everywhere, and its wonderful, warm, cozy atmosphere.  I tried to capture all of that with the wood paper background (Crate Paper), lace trim and a doily, and lots of distressing. The focal point stack starts with a Verve Curvy Bookplate die-cut, then a Spellbinders Fancy Tags Two swirly piece. Behind that is a Spellbinders Labels Sixteen die-cut accented with blue pearls, and at the very back is a paper doily. Zigzag stitching, lace trim,  and crinkled and dyed seam binding (from MemrieMare) complete the look.




We've just released 7 new sets, 4 plain janes and 8 new dies!

Now through August 31, while supplies last:

Buy the August 2011 Die Collection and save 15%

Anni-VERVE-sary Special: Since orders have far exceeded our expecations, we have run out of our supply of free dies. We appreciate you all, so through August 31, we will substitute a free item of our choice as the free gift with a $35 order!And to make it easy, there's no need to do anything extra... if your order totals $35 or more, we'll automatically include a free gift when your order ships.


And did you see this?


We're celebrating four wonderful years of Verve with a SALE! Now through August 31, save 10 - 40% on all stamps & dies, including new releases.



Thanks for checking in today!


 


Stamps: Sip and Savor (Verve Stamps)
Paper: Crate Paper Restoration dp, Melissa Frances 5th Avenue dp, Papertrey Rustic White card stock
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Ranger Tea Dye and Walnut Stain Distress inks
Accessories: Verve Curvy Bookplate Die, crinkled seam binding, Papertrey button, May Arts twine, Spellbinders Labels Sixteen and Fancy Tags Two dies, Wilton paper doily, lace trim (source unknown), sewing machine
Size: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"

15 comments:

Unknown said...

Beautiful card and that lace is divine. Where ever do you find stuff like that? My new Verve (I bought it ALL) arrives today and I'm ready to mug the mailman. Have a great day!

Unknown said...

It's been forever since my last comment - so sorry! Just wanted to swing by and say that I LOVE this card!!!! Everything about it!

Maureen said...

just stunning, Amy!! You always know how to add the perfect details :) LOVE all the lace and stitching...I am so into layering panels lately...love that look :) hugs :)

Tanya said...

Oh just gorgeous! Love the lace, the doily, love it all!!!

Marie said...

Gorgeous card! Love the stitching and colours.

Marisa said...

Love the kraft/tan BG and the light blue you used with it. Your china mugs are wonderful too :) Gorgeous card.

Dawn Easton said...

Amy, this is gorgeous! Looks like you captured the tea room beautifully! Love the added doily and lace trim!!! Need to get some of that!

Conniecrafter said...

so love your layering of dies, very pretty combo of lace and doily!

Crestajune said...

I just love all of the layers and shabbiness of this card! It makes my heart happy! Another stunning creation! Have a fabulous day, Amy!

Jodi Collins said...

This is RIDICULOUSLY gorgeous Amy!!!

Kathlene said...

Such gorgeous subtle colors and all the lace and ribbons make it ultra feminine...beautiful card!

Oliwiaen said...

Awesome vintage look! I love love love this card :-)

Anonymous said...

Your card is just wonderful. I love how you used your embellishments and framed the sentiment. Your cards are inspirational!
hugs,
Carolyn

Leslie Miller said...

Truly a beautiful card with all the vintage touches. I like the Curvy Bookplate die cut, too.

Elizabeth said...

Beautiful card! Love the distressting, doilies, lace & the sewing! What sewing machine do you recommend?