New Snowfall

I prefer the images that depict the true meaning of Christmas. What about you? Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   A Child is Born

Paper:

   Balmy Blue A-2

   Early Espresso 4-1/8 x 5-3/8

   Basic White 4 x 5-1/4 (2)

   Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP 4 x 5-1/4

Ink:

   Night of Navy

   Pumpkin Pie

   Seaside Spray

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Markers/Blends:

   Balmy Blue (Baby Blanket)

   Blushing Bride (Mary's Garment)

   Crumb Cake (Joseph's Garment)

   Early Espresso (Staff)

   Medium/Light (People)

   Smoky Slate (Joseph's Hair)

   So Saffron (Mary's Hair)

Technique:

   Blending Brush/Sponging

   Coloring

   Tearing

Accessories:

   Adhesive-Backed Snowflakes

   Blending Brushes/Sponges

   Adhesive

First, I blended the "night" colors on the Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP panel. I began with Night of Navy on the top, followed by Seaside Spray and Pumpkin Pie toward the lower third of the card. I used my blending brushes, but you can easily substitute sponges or even try your hand at watercoloring. Whatever works for you! I did use a paper towel at the end to make sure all of the excess ink was off.

Next, I stamped the image on the bottom of a 4 x 5-1/4" Basic White panel, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink.

I then colored the image using markers and the Medium Light Blends for flesh tones. See list above for the specifics.

Next, I tore the panel around the images, leaving the bottom and a bit of the sides intact to easily align the card. I always tear the paper toward me. 

I then added a bit of Pumpkin Pie to the torn edge with a blending brush to give it a bit of a glow.

Next, I assembled the card. I adhered the stamped panel onto the bottom of the Silent Snowfall Specialty DSP panel, aligning the bottom and the sides.

I then adhered this panel onto the Early Espresso matte and then onto the Balmy Blue card front.

Next, I randomly added some Adhesive-Backed Snowflakes to the card front.

Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

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