Sunflower Greetings by Laura Fulcher

Greetings friends.  Have you tried the Memory Box 3-D embossing folders yet?  They really give you a lot of detail and the image is deeply etched on the paper.  Here is a close up of the embossing folder details without ink:

And with ink.....

To run a 3-D folder through a Big Shot, you are going to open the base plate to Tab 1 and then run the folder through with one of the clear plates on top (instead of the usually two).  Important!  For a crisp image, spritz you paper lightly with water before running the folder through the machine.

To make my colorful sunflower, I ran white cardstock through my Big Shot with my sunflower embossing folder.  Next, I airbrushed the flower with Copic markers using my airbrush machine.  You could also use water-based markers with a hand-pumped airbrush pump or sponge color on top with an sponge blender and ink.  I recommend Distress Ink or Distress Oxide ink.  It is important to use a VERY light hand when applying the ink with a sponge.  Take the time to gradually blend the ink up to be the color you want.

To finish the card, I added my sentiment as well as some glitter paper for extra pizazz and some pretty Spring patterned paper.

I have to admit, when I ran the paper through the machine with my white cardstock, I really liked the image as-is.  I kept telling myself that I couldn't just emboss some paper and then stick it onto a card, but the thing is, I really like the look of the plain floral card.  It is a 5 minute card.  Emboss, glue, done.  I made a greeting card, but it would make a great quick thank you card or thinking of you card.  I couldn't resist adding a bit more of the glitter paper though.  I am addicted to the stuff:

I wish you all health during these trying times.  Be safe everyone.

 

 

Supplies

 

EF1008 Magnificent Sunflower

CL5253 Sunflower Wreath clear stamp set

CL5256 Cherry Blossom Wreath clear stamp and die set

PP1006 Springtime Bouquet 6x6 pack

GP1003 Twinkling Jewel Glitter Pad

Comments

[Nancy Yoder]

Glorious sunflower! The only thing better then this stunning card is a field of sunflowers! I agree with you the unadorned sunflower is beautiful! But the glow you achieved with the airbrushing is spectacular too! Quick and done & oh so beautiful! 👏👏👏👏

[Barbara-Jean]

Beautiful folder and cards! Sunflowers are special to me. Have never heard of spritzing paper before inserting it in an embossing folder!

[Patt H.]

A truly gorgeous card, Laura! I love the coloring but I agree that the plain was is beautiful also. I need this EF.