The title of this post is very suitable for two reasons, Firstly for the most obvious reason of the Materials used. Kraft Cardstock & Kraft Pattern Papers and the “Totally Tool” Stamp Set. The second reason was I had to get “krafty” with my tools to create the circle. I LOVE all my Spellbinders dies and my stash of dies are only arms length away from my work station and most are always being used. I planned out this card and started making it then I reached for my Circle Spellbinders and then remembered I lent them to a friend that needed them for a class she was teaching……. WHY, I have not used my circle dies in a few weeks because I am loving the Label One and Four dies so I am using them for most projects but It always happens that way when you lend something that you have not used, You then want to use it yourself. SO I had to go old school and use a cutting knife and a coffee mug to cut my circle.
I was pretty happy with this card because Masculine cards are sometimes hard for me because I like “pretty”, But I must also say it helped because I love this stamp set and I see lost of options with the images and the text is a little funny and cute. Below are all the images in the 5 piece stamp set for $45.95. I have used all the tool images stamped in VersaMark for the background, Then the hammer image for the main image which I have stamped on DSP and Paper Pieced the image. The only thing I was not sure on was the ribbon…. I have this thing about ribbon on Masculine cards? I am just never sure if it is suitable? What do you think?
Materials Used: All Stampin’ Up!
Stamps: Totally Tool {See below for all images}
Ink: VersaMark and Jet Black StazOn
Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White, Kraft and Urban Oasis
Other: Kraft Ribbon and Vintage Brads
Here are all the images in the set I have used called “Totally Tools”.
If you would like to order this Set or anything else I have used in the card, Please email me at mail@tenealewilliams.com.au or phone 0416 000 955.
Hi Teneale, I think the ribbon enhances your project. It certainly does not take over the main image and because you have not made a true bow so too speak it does not look girly. I love it!!
Regards
Michelle
Yay! Another totally fantastic card Teneale. Worth the extra long wait, LOL! I know what you mean about ribbon on male cards, I’m the same way. Maybe instead of the knot, you could anchor the ribbon with some giant brads or jumbo metal eyelets?
Great card, Teneale! I love the way you’ve used the tools for the background as well.
WOW! Stunning card Teneale!
…and you said you cut out the circle by hand with a craft knife?! :O WOW!
It looks perfectly cut – any tips? Did you just draw on the back of the CS with a compass and pencil? and cut it out that way? I’d love to know, because I love the look of this card 😀
Hi Ho Teneale!
I think your card is absolutely fantastic!! I love everything about it and wouldnt change a thing with it! Great job!
Karen
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fantastic card, I’ve been wanting to play with this colour combo but haven’t quite got there yet. You’ve inspired me again 🙂
absolutely fab card and the ribbon looks just fine…..
Hi Teneale,
You said that I would like this one. Love the card and love the colours.
It’s great.
Great to see you on here again. Your cards are always fabulous, & this is no exception. Think I’ll have to borrow the colour scheme, looks great. Would never have thought of paper piecing the tools either. Great work!
Fi xox
You are such a genius Tenealle. Well done!
Hi Teneale,
This card is an absolute wowser! I just LOVE it you clever thing. I never would’ve thought of such a great presentation. Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful ideas! This just might be my Father’s Day card!
Love Ngaire
Great card , just love the colour scheme. Well done Tenealle.