Pears for Fall

I love the Memory Box Pear Collage stamp {E923}.  The script on it says things like:  "thankful for all," "the blessings we receive," "the comfort of family," "Thanksgiving reminds us," and "this we give thanks."  That's all I can read but such wonderful words behind the pear.  As I played with this stamp, I couldn't figure out if I wanted to go bold or soft so I did both!  Also, on both cards, I used the Memory Box 6x6 Blackbird papers.

For the bold card, I used the inking technique I shared in this post here for my Spooky Collage card.  I think the ink came about a bit too bold but I figure some may like it. :)  I didn't have any different inks to use so it is what it is. :)


Then because it turned out bolder than I wanted, I decided to sponge some inks onto a piece of Opal Soiree paper.  I like it but maybe I will do the sponging a bit darker next time.  Hmmm, just couldn't get these right--either I was too bold or too light!  LOL! 


On both cards, I pieced the pear, and then I used Diamond Glaze on the pear itself.  I really like how that turned out.  You can see it in the close-up here.  And below you will see the two cards together.



Papers:  Memory Box Blackbird, Memory Box Soiree opal, Memory Box Jack o Lantern notecard, Memory Box Meadow and Vanilla Bean cs
Stamp Ink:  Memento rich cocoa, tangelo, bamboo leaves, & desert sand, Ranger clear ep, VersaMark
Stamps:  Memory Box Pear Collage E923
Embellishments: misc. ribbon, Diamond Glaze

So, I hope you enjoyed these despite the colors not being as I initially wanted them.  Sometimes cards take on a life of their own!  So, which is your favorite?  I would love to know!!!  Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your Wednesday!

Comments

[Stephanie W]

They are both pretty but I think my favorite is the softer card. It is funny how these projects like to take over isn't it?