Harvest Card Swap

This months challenge came round fast and I must admit I was a little stumped on this months theme.  The card had to be based on Harvest or Thanksgiving.  These are not huge celebrations in Australia and as such I found it hard to find the products and inspiration (especially as we're in Spring!)  But I persevered and I am super happy with the end result.

I embossed the back ground using the script Cuttlebug embossing folder and with core'dinations card stock.  I love using this cardstock as a simple sand adds another layer of dimension to your project.

I used purchased some autumn leaves via the Silhouette online shop and cut on white cardstock.  I stamped with a script background stamp by Darkroom Door and I then used Spiced marmalade, Crushed olive and Vintage photo distress ink to colour the leaves.  To add the sheen, I used some glossy accents to give the leaves a 3D shiny effect.

 To finish the design, I cut a medallion in blue and a layer in white.  I then stamped a pumpkin from the Happy Haunting Graphic 45 stamp set.  and coloured with distress markers.  To add that final touch, I tied a bow with some brown twine and adhered a brad. 

Then I did something I very rarely do - I decorated the envelope with two of the pumpkins from the stamp set.  I also did an insert for the card with a quote on harvest as I found out my swap loves quotes.

Looking forward to next months challenge which is 12 Christmas cards.

Till next time

Happy Crafting