More is More

Happy Father’s Day!  I have time for a quick post before we start getting things ready for our little family BBQ this afternoon.  We’re having my favorite meal of steak, baked potatoes and corn on the cob.  I realize it’s not about me, but I’m pretty sure all the men in the family will be happy with steak too.  LOL!

I have two similar Father’s Day cards to share – another example of More is More.

The card on the left is the one we did in my class Friday night.  It uses the Sanded background stamp and of course both cards use Thinking of Father from the current SU catty.  When I made the sample a week or so ago I was thinking I would give that card to my Uncle Bernie for Father’s Day, but then I realized I wanted to mail the card and that would need to be done before class.  So I decided to make another one and jazz it up just a bit.

I added more layers, did more distressing, changed the background to Flannel Plaid (can you believe that Flannel Plaid is retiring???) and changed the sentiment allowing me to add a page pebble.

Colors are More Mustard, Ruby Red, Garden Green and Confetti White.  The image is colored with watercolor crayons. Sometimes the addition of just one more layer can really make a big difference I think.  More is More!  *wink*

The big Stampin’ Up! News today is that the Retired Stamp Sets List is out.  You can download a copy by clicking here.  These sets are only available until August 10th – so if you see any from your wish list get them now (you NEED Flannel Plaid – just sayin’)!  I plan to put in a workshop order on July 12th so let me know if you want anything.  Of course I can always place indivdual orders as well – any time.  At that link you can also download a copy of the new Dormant List – that is sets that will be available for purchase, but not displayed in the new catalog in August.  It’s a good idea to print one out and keep it with your catty when you get it.

I hope you are enjoying your day.  Thanks for stopping by to spend a few minutes with me.