Sunday, March 13, 2011

Less Is More Week 6

Well legionnaires, I'm 95 1/2 % better today. It helped that I had a stamping day with my gal pals and we had a scrumptious Irish themed lunch. When's the last time you've had lamb stew? And my friend El (this month's hostess) really knows how to set a table and make us feel special. Fortunately, my appetite had returned some, and I was able to enjoy the meal. I am going to do everything humanly possible to never get a UTI again. I am soliciting recommendations from you too dear readers.

Over at Less Is More here , the challenge is to have an image off edge of the page. Add the rule of only one layer and this time no score lines, and here you have my take. I've been searching for a ruler image for some time. This one is in a set by TPC Studio, called Card Crafting. Have you heard of them? They are red rubber stamps with cushioning that will stick to acryllic blocks. They cost less than $12.00 a set, available at JoAnn's. And I got mine at 40% off. So, what do you think I did? Yup, I bought 3 sets. I love that the images are so large. And it has some cute sentiments.
The card is a white base and I stamped the images and words in Memento tuxedo black. It really could not have been simpler, but we'll see how the experts rate it, should they venture here.
I've got some other ideas brewing in my head for this challenge, so you may see another post here soon.

Oh, and a heads-up for you. Sharon, co-owner of Spellbinders, will be on HSN demo-ing the Grand Calibur on Monday at 7AM eastern and again at 11 AM est. This is the only die-cut machine that has tempted me recently, since I've never owned a Wizard and use my Cuttlebug for my Nesties.
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24 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm commenting on my own card to make sure the comments lettering stuff is turned off.

Joan B said...

Erica!! Love this. and thanks for the tip on these sets. what a great set of images!

Kathyk said...

This is smashing

Kathyk

Mandi said...

Hi Ercia
CLever card
Great for a male or card maker!
Thanks for entering, see you again
mandi
"Less is More"

Linby said...

What a clever card-the black on white really caught my eye.
Linbyx

Seafield Jo said...

This is a great card, what a brilliant idea. Jo x

massofhair said...

Love your clean cut looking card (sorry couldn't resist lol)...
Never seen an image of a craft knife, this is brilliant. Very CAS card and i like it a LOT:-)

Anonymous said...

good CAS card

Susan said...

Ericaa...this is a fabulous card...what a great card for Father's day!

Beryl K said...

A great card and what a fantastic image. I love it

Chrissie said...

Thanks for making sure the word verification is turned off, it's a great help!
I love this card, the thumbnail on the blog caught my eye immediately!
Such a good idea. Thanks for joining us and see you next time!
Chrissie
"Less is More!

Faith A at Daffodil Cards said...

What a fantastic idea, love it.

Bea said...

very innovative - great card

Unknown said...

What a fab card, and so different! I really like it! :)

Lizy x

Michelle said...

fab card xx

Lisa Jane said...

what a fabulous image
Lisa

Caroline Hallett said...

glad you are feeling better - card is brilliant

Anonymous said...

What a fantastic take on this weeks theme, I really love the idea with the ruler, why didn't I think of that.....lol

Love this card Erica....Well done!!!
x
Vicky

Stamps and Paper said...

This is such a brilliant card...certainly fits the off the page challenge.

Anne

Fiona said...

This is a very striking card, well done.

Vicky Hayes said...

This is really eye-catching with its black and white line-drawing style. Love it!

Sarn said...

I agree with lots of the other commentators . . . your card is very eye-catching. Congrats.
Hugs, Sandra

Lynne said...

Brilliant card.
Lynne xxx

Janice said...

These should be mass produced and sold. Fantastic!