Lovely as a Tree Christmas
Julie Buhler created a beautiful card last year with this set. I thought it would make a great stamp a stack card. Here is my version of it.
I started out with a 3 3/4″ x 5″ piece of Kraft cardstock. I created a mask out of a 3 3/4″ x 5″ piece of scrap paper by cutting the center out of it, leaving 3/4″ border all around. I layed that over my Kraft paper and sponged White Craft ink in the center. The big pine tree from the stamp set Lovely as a Tree was stamped three times in white to the left of the sponged rectangle. I think I will change that part though. I will either use Snowflakes or the tree row in the background instead, so the tree doesn’t have to be cleaned in between steps.
Next the tree was inked up with Handsome Hunter Classic ink. I added Chocolate Chip over the stem with my marker and stamped it on the right hand side of the rectangle. The sentiment is from All Holidays and is stamped in Chocolate Chip.
The Kraft cardstock was layered on a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Chocolate Chip cardstock. I paper pierced a border around my white rectangle and added part of a 1″ Chocolate Chip circle to the upper left hand side. In it’s center a Pewter Jumbo Eyelet was set and White Taffeta Ribbon tied through it. Loast these layers were attached to the Handsome Hunter card base with dimensionals.
Again…very simple. Too plain?
Later added, Revised Version:
It’s basically the same as the first post, I just added more white sponging to my rectangle and used the tree row in Whisper White on top of the sponging.
Since Handsome Hunter is so dark, I added a 4″ x 5 1/4″ piece of Kraft cardstock on the inside. Without reinking, I stamped the tree row on the bottom of the cardstock.
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I have Julie’s card favorited and will add yours-equally as pretty-love the kraft with the white trees in the bg. tfs
Posted by: Bev J. (Maxell on SCS) | November 13th, 2008 09:33
I think this is gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Riley | November 13th, 2008 09:42
Simple? Not at all! It is so striking. Think I might use some form of this. Love that set, still! TFS! You are always an inspiration!
Posted by: malissa32 | November 13th, 2008 09:48
Not plain at all! It’s nice! I like it!
Posted by: Esther | November 13th, 2008 10:09
Again - simply gorgeous!!
Posted by: LisaC | November 13th, 2008 10:18
This is very pretty - a great idea for stamp a stack. I love the revised version and the fact that you stamped the row of trees on the inside too. I would love to case this one.
Posted by: Darlene Gabriel | November 13th, 2008 10:40
Not to simple at all, I LOVE it!! Perfect, I would say!!!
Posted by: Vicki | November 13th, 2008 10:53
Like yesterday’s, this card has plenty of techniques to keep your stampers happy. It’s perfect for a stamp a stack.
Posted by: Kelly Cz | November 13th, 2008 11:11
LOVElY card, Beate!! There’s no such thing as too simple! I LOVE it.
It’s a perfect card!
Posted by: Hannah | November 13th, 2008 11:27
I love it, Beate! It is by no means too plain! It is classy and reproducable!
Posted by: Jamie | November 13th, 2008 11:47
It’s a wonderful card! The ladies will love making this.
Posted by: ny2tx_patti | November 13th, 2008 12:00
My goodness, I love it! Its just so pretty!!
Posted by: Tanya | November 13th, 2008 12:22
Wonderful technique! You’re right - the second card seems to work better visually and from a practical point of view. You’re amazing!
Posted by: Gabriela | November 13th, 2008 12:38
Nice to see your beautiful card today Beate! I have been out of the loop, missing lots! This card is classic, I adore it! Hugs, Deb
Posted by: Deborah | November 13th, 2008 12:43
Wow, I love your version of the masked scene with Lovely as a Tree. You’ve given it a really nice spin! Great way to add the sentiment
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Major | November 13th, 2008 13:01
Hi Beate!!
I love this card and, if I may, I will use it for my January stamp camp which will be all “Thank You” cards. Don’t we all need lots of thank yous after Christmas??
Just lovely and so peaceful too.
Thanks,
barb hendrickson
Posted by: Barb Hendrickson | November 13th, 2008 13:15
Just LOVELY! Classy!
Posted by: Peggy S. From Ohio | November 13th, 2008 13:47
I like them both but I think I like the first one best…the one with the large tree stamped in white. They are both pretty and would be a great and quick set to make.
Posted by: Robbie | November 13th, 2008 14:02
Oh my gosh, that is TOTALLY beautiful! What a wonderful SAS card! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Staci M. (Misermom) | November 13th, 2008 14:18
Gorgeous Beate! Both of them!! Love the mask idea!!!
Posted by: Dawn Easton | November 13th, 2008 14:23
That is definitely one for a production line to boost my card numbers. Very elegant and thanks for sharing. Bought the tree set here in the UK earlier this year!
Posted by: Janine | November 13th, 2008 15:09
Truly gorgeous card just love the classy look of it. Gorgeous.
Posted by: Alison | November 13th, 2008 15:17
I think this is absolutely BEAUTIFUL–not too plain at all. I really like the tree row better than the first one though, but they both are really pretty. GREAT card to mass produce I would think
Posted by: Kristine | November 13th, 2008 15:48
They are both beautiful. You are a very talented young lady. ALL your work is stunning and I learn lots from you. Thank you!
Stef H
Posted by: Stef Hughes | November 13th, 2008 16:00
You did me proud…hehehe!!
This is one of the most favorite cards I have ever made, so I am pleased as punch to see that you were inspired by it
Posted by: Julie | November 13th, 2008 16:01
I don’t think this is too simple. It’s simply elegant. I really like it and will be CASEing it! TFS
Posted by: Judy | November 13th, 2008 17:36
This is seriously one of the most beautiful cards I’ve seen! I LOVE it and can’t wait to make one myself! I may do these as some of my Christmas cards this year! Bravo!
Posted by: Jackie W. | November 13th, 2008 19:02
I love the way you used that stamp set and what a cute christmas card your work is awsome have a blessed and wonderful day
Posted by: amber | November 13th, 2008 19:31
I think this is a great holiday card! Love the use of Kraft paper, adore this set Lovely as a Tree and really like the pewter eyelet on the side and white trees in the background. TFS
Beth
Posted by: Beth Jelec | November 13th, 2008 19:56
I love all your cards Beate. Not too plain at all. They are elegant!
Posted by: Karen M | November 13th, 2008 20:08
Definitely not too plain, Beate!! I think it’s gorgeous!! Love the earthy colors…and classic feel!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | November 13th, 2008 22:46
Plain? PLAIN? Give your head a shake, girl! They’re beautiful!
Posted by: Brandi Wiggins | November 13th, 2008 22:53
I think the card looks really clever and well worked.
Posted by: Sagem | November 14th, 2008 00:18
Beate - It is simply gorgeous!
Posted by: Lauren Vincitorio | November 14th, 2008 05:46
Too simple?…NO WAY…the simplicity adds to the elegance. Sometimes less is more. I like how your eye is drawn off center to the hunter tree… Love it!
Posted by: Rita | November 14th, 2008 06:02
THis is a great card for a stamp a stack, Beate! I LOVE it!
Posted by: Charmaine Ikach | November 14th, 2008 06:03
Geniale Fraben, tolle Idee, super Karte… wie immer Beate…!
Wünsche dir ein schönes We!
Posted by: Silke | November 14th, 2008 06:54
OMG, I think it is so beautiful!
Posted by: Laurel | November 14th, 2008 07:40
Oh my gosh, Beate, this is absolutely spectacular. Love this design!
Posted by: Pat (mspfd) | November 14th, 2008 07:53
Oh Wow! Beate, this is wonderful! I love the piercing and the rectangle behind the tree and the simplicity!! And kind of funny, I did a card a few years ago which this reminded me of right away. Mine is the very dated version, yours is the fresh new modern version! LOL! Here’s mine if you’re curious… http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/382173?cat=500&ppuser=20749&sorttime=all&sortby=nc&way=desc
Posted by: Kristin Moore | November 14th, 2008 08:02
This is really stunning! Love it, Beate!
Posted by: Jackie Pedro | November 14th, 2008 11:58
OMG!!!! I love this and have trying to decide what to do for Christmas cards! I used this set a few years ago but seriously think I’m going to CASE this one for some cards this year.
Posted by: Kathy scs kathat | November 14th, 2008 18:39
I adore this! I’m going over to SCS to favorite both versions (yours & hers). I love the simplicity, really brings to mind what the season SHOULD be about.
I’m sooo going to CASE this!
Posted by: Mari | November 15th, 2008 02:46
This card is awesomingly (new word I just made up) beautiful, Beate! It speaks of the holiday season perfectly.
Posted by: Kate Hart-Sampson | November 15th, 2008 09:20
This is so pretty! I think the ladies at my church could do a scaled down version of this when I help them make Christmas cards! Thanks for the inspiration. :0)
Posted by: diane (cookiestamper) | November 15th, 2008 09:53
Another hit! This is so elegant and very beautiful! And still easy enough for me to CASE! I like the second version the best. Thanks for sharing
Posted by: Annie | November 15th, 2008 19:46
wonderful! glad I have this set! thanks so much for the inspiration!
Posted by: Pam Sparks | November 18th, 2008 18:40
This card is absolutely fabulous, and this is my absolute favorite set!!! I cannot wait to case, with your permission of course. TFS Beate, you always have gorgeous cards!!!
Posted by: Chris Kulat | November 20th, 2008 18:30
I did it! I posted my CASE on SCS, hereh:
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/gallery/photo/1137793
Thanks for a great inspiration!
Posted by: Mari | November 21st, 2008 18:22
Beate,
Thank you so much for posting this and all the cards you create. I cased this Lovely as a Tree card for my last stamp camp and it was the hit of the night (yes I told them that it was your design)all the ladies loved it. One even said that she was going to make more and use them for masculine birthday cards, so thanks!
Posted by: Lynn | November 24th, 2008 17:42
[…] we made a Christmas card, which I CASEd almost exactly from Beate here. I only changed the colors of card stock, ink & ribbon. I made a mask and sponged inside […]
Posted by: Stamp Club projects for November « Jackie’s blog | November 24th, 2008 22:13
Thanks for sharing such a beautiful card! I whipped up a dozen of these this evening to add to my stash. There are several steps, but they’re not at all difficult to make. Gotta love that!
Posted by: Chris (cdjkssss) | December 6th, 2008 01:27
Gorgeous! Thanks for the instructions.
Posted by: Sandy K | April 22nd, 2009 17:24