Sunday, August 22, 2010

Inspired by Nancy


Supplies: kraft and white cardstocks, versafine onyx black ink and clear embossing powder, black and white gingham ribbon, black button, white twine, white pearls, Hero Arts stamps S5362 Dogwood, S4878 Old Letter Writing, CL380 Truly Appreciated (sentiment), D2129 Vanessa Butterfly, CL383 Antique Engravings (small butterfly)

A few weeks ago the Hero Arts blog featured the Hostesses (fondly dubbed by some as Hosti) and one of them, Nancy, made a card using kraft and white cardstock with all stamping done in embossed black.  HERE it is.  Isn't it a stunner?  Since then there have been many imitations (see HERE and HERE) and today I'm joining the group. 

The Hero Arts Flickr group, for anyone not familiar with it, is a wonderful place of inspiration and friendship!   If you haven't visited lately, you are in for some gorgeous eye-candy.

15 comments:

Ann said...

Oh my word Lin you've been so creative since I last had time to follow my blog list. I can honestly say - hand on heart! - that I love every single project! They are all just wonderful!

And I'm really flattered by all your lovely comments on my creations too! Thank you so much!

Barb said...

Isn't it neat that we all are so inspired by each other! I love the way you took Nancy's card and made it your own, Lin! This is really beautiful!

Tiffany Ervin said...

Very pretty! I don't combine kraft and black too much but it really is such a beautiful look, will have to try this!

Sarah J Moerman said...

Beautiful, Lin! LOVE the kraft, black and white combo and your mix of stamps!

Virginia L. said...

Wow! I am amazed you and Barb are on the same page! Incredible inspiration from Nancy! Love your choice of stamps and all the elements work perfectly together! Now I'm inspired ....

Caryl @ cinnamon holiday workshop said...

Lin...I just love this card!!! I am amazed at the Hero Arts flickr group. Soooo much talent and inspiration!! AND Lin thanks for putting the tags on my photo. I will try to get the ink colors for you that you asked in a comment. I did the cards at a class with all supplies furnished and I didn't purchase any of the supplies for that card. I see you are the leader in numbers of photos in the group....awesome!!

donna mikasa said...

Beautiful take on Nancy's stunning card! I think everyone did a fantastic job, too!

stampingandstitching said...

This is such a wonderful card Lin! Gorgeous mix of stamps and I love the beautiful colour combination! The embellishments are so pretty too! Loved seeing all the gorgeous cards inspired by Nancy!

Diana said...

WOW, love the kraft paper and white together. Very crisp and clean Lin. Thank you for being a frequent and kind visitor on my blog. Your comments make my day!

Ingrid said...

Hello Lin,just stop by to come look for your beautiful cards,and yes they are so beautiful and I love the deferent flowers you make by your self!!!great!!!

have a beautiful week
Ingrid

Nancy said...

Hi Lin, I love how you made this design totally your own by infusing it with your own lovely style. Thanks for all the sweetness...you really do make my heart happy!
bless you!

Jill said...

Love your take! FABULOUS and oh- so- elegant!

Alice said...

this is gorgeous, LIn! love the black against kraft! fabulous card!

Agata said...

I can't get this kraft/black combo off my mind! So as soon as I have a little while, I'll try my hands on it! Your card is a stunner! Love all the images and the design is perfect! I also love your new picture! :)

Suzanne C said...

The original was fantastic by Nancy and yours is just as gorgeous. I agree that Nancy is a fabulous inspiration as well as you!