I hope you aren’t blinded by the white on these cards. I was in a mood, I guess. I sat down one day and made six cards along these lines thinking, “just get a few done and I’ll have time to do some of those warm, colorful cards later”. Perhaps I won’t send out as many cards this year. Perhaps I’ll even buy some cards (gasp!). The only real plan I have this year is to not worry about it.
For both cards I’ve used glossy cardstock, though the gloss doesn’t show in the photos. It embossed deeply and gave the cards a nice quality finish. Very clean and simple.
Stamps: Stampin’ Up! Heard From the Heart Paper: Glossy white Ink: Cherry Cobbler Accessories: Prima Poinsettia Flower, Petals A’Plenty Sizzix embossing folder (Stampin’ Up!)
I added a stamped border and ribbon to the second card.
Stamps: Hero Arts greeting, Stampin’ Up! All in a Row (retired) Paper: Glossy white Ink: Cherry Cobbler, Always Artichoke Accessories: Ribbon, Prima flower, Sizzix Petals A’Plenty embossing folder (Stampin’ Up!)
I think I’m going to have a very merry Christmas this year, and I hope you will, too. Take care, and enjoy your weekend!
Both cards are beautiful! Such clean and elegant lines on each one! Gorgeous!!
Posted by: Glenda | 10/21/2011 at 01:03 AM
Very elegant and classic reations....love the embossing!
Posted by: Anne-Marie | 10/21/2011 at 01:24 AM
Very pretty, Lesslie! Both of them are gorgeous!
Posted by: Misti | 10/21/2011 at 04:04 AM
They may be clean and simple but they are both absolutely gorgeous! Love their elegance.
Posted by: Tammy Hair | 10/21/2011 at 06:04 AM
I love these, Leslie...and not too much white at all!! They look like fun to make and such a stunning yet simple presentation! I'm so glad you continue to show us your cards. And I am so with you on Christmas cards!!
Posted by: Traci Major | 10/21/2011 at 07:24 AM
Oh my! THese are wonderful, Leslie. I especially like the first one, with that big bold poinsettia. It's gorgeous, and looks like something I'd see in a magazine.
I am with you on the only plan being not to worry about CHristmas cards this year! I am definitely planning to buy some. :)
Posted by: Colleen Dietrich | 10/21/2011 at 07:35 AM
These are SO lovely, Leslie! You know how I love white:) And you do white SO well!
Posted by: Lynette | 10/21/2011 at 07:52 AM
so pretty, love how you didn't use the whole embossing folder, and such pretty flowers, I haven't even started yet on my Christmas cards, love these ideas!
Posted by: conniecrafter | 10/21/2011 at 08:15 AM
Leslie, great ideas on your cards. I think a white card is so elegant just like the ones you displayed. Gotta have that embossing folder. (I'm an embossing folder junkie!) I've gotten to the point of buying and making cards. I saw someone throw one of my cards away. Guess what list they are on? Continue with those white cards. Would love to see more of them. Happy week-end.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
Posted by: Shirley L. | 10/21/2011 at 08:35 AM
These are great CAS designs, Leslie. Using the glossy cardstock is an intersting idea. And I really LOVE your new-found feisty independence! Very inspirational. I'm also in the first stages of pondering over Christmas card stamping. How many? Any for the Salon? As always, the clock is ticking . . . Linda
Posted by: Linda Bullard | 10/21/2011 at 10:07 AM
OMG Leslie, your CAS cards are just gorgeous. You know I have never dry EB glossy....what a beautiful deep EB finish you got on your cards. I will definately try and share. Thanks so much for sharing both your cards.
Posted by: nancy littrell | 10/21/2011 at 11:12 AM
Stunning. I love the top one. Gorgeous
Posted by: yogi | 10/21/2011 at 11:32 AM
What great creations here!!! I am going to have to CASE these cards...so elegant and simple...I love the shiny cardstock...that is all I ever use now...and I am hooked...it just looks more elegant than regular cardstock...and that Sizzix folder is perfectly beautiful...wonder would it work in a Cuttlebug?
Posted by: Velta | 10/21/2011 at 12:21 PM
Leslie, these are just beautiful. I love your first one with the use of the embossing folder with room to stamp at the top. I usually forget I can do this. Thanks for the beautiful eye candy today. We're having another dreary day here in Ohio.
Posted by: bensarmom | 10/21/2011 at 02:27 PM
Both cards are just lovely!!!
Posted by: Elaine Moore | 10/21/2011 at 02:28 PM
Both very pretty as always. I really like them for being CAS. Embossing always takes a card to gorgeous doesn't it?
Posted by: Sherylee | 10/21/2011 at 02:46 PM
Simple AND elegant. Embossing always adds such a special touch!
Posted by: Sue Kment | 10/21/2011 at 06:39 PM
Wow Miss Leslie! These are both so Elegant and Beautiful! Just Gorgeous CAS cards and how perfect they are for making up a bunch to send out for the Holidays! Wowzers! 8-) Thanks so much for the inspiration!
Big Hugs
Shannon 8-)
Posted by: Shannon White | 10/22/2011 at 03:41 AM
These are so lovely and fresh, Leslie. The embossed background layers are very pretty and show off the red pieces beautifully.
Posted by: Heather T | 10/22/2011 at 01:55 PM
I'm glad you were in a "mood" today because you came up with 2 very beautiful cards while you were in it! It's so refreshing to see a simple white card and the embossing just makes them both stunning. They are both perfect!
Posted by: Sherri Dean | 10/22/2011 at 05:10 PM
I too am glad you were in a "mood" and we are the lucky beneficiaries. Classic, bright and happy! Something I like almost as much as your cards is your "not worry about it" bit. Thanks for sharing and cheering up my day.
Posted by: Francie (Montreal) | 10/23/2011 at 12:43 PM
These are lovely! I really love the embossed one-so elegant!
Posted by: Danielle | 10/24/2011 at 12:02 PM
How did I miss these. They are just lovely. I really like the bottom one a lot.
Posted by: Ida | 10/24/2011 at 12:04 PM
I love the simplicity and yes all the white space is perfect. The texured is great. If yolu buy a card I will have to give you a hard time. :0)
Posted by: Stacy aka Twinshappy | 10/26/2011 at 07:38 AM
Classic beauty is what I see! I love the embossing and pretty Primas!! Wonderful cards, Leslie!!
Posted by: Rose Ann | 11/01/2011 at 05:47 PM