I’ve been playing around with the Postage Due stamp set lately. I’ve always loved old postage stamps, though I’m not a collector. So I fell in love with this set the first time I saw it in the catalog. But then once I got it, I didn’t really know what to do with it. I think that’s because I struggle with the vintage look. While I love this look, I struggle with using it. I think I’m too much of a clean and simple person who likes straight lines. But it’s good to stretch yourself every once in a while, so I decided to get this set out and get busy. I used a sketch from this week’s RetroSketches Challenge:
Here’s my take using this sketch:
I’ve never participated in this challenge before, having just found it. I’m looking forward to checking it out each week.
Supplies Used:
Stamps: Postage Due
Ink: Versamark, Basic Gray, Summer Starfruit, Riding Hood Red, Crumb Cake (for sponging)
Paper: Fan Fair dsp, Very Vanilla, Summer Starfruit, Island Indigo
Embellishments: clear embossing powder, 5/8″ Crochet Trim, Linen Thread, In Color Dahlias, Pearl Basic Jewels, Itty Bitty Shapes punch pack, Postage Stamp punch, Brushed Bronze designer buttons
I think you did an amazing job with the vintage look on this card while still making it simple! Love it!
I love this stamp set also Amy, I’m always on the lookout for new ideas. Love what you did with it! I feel a case coming on!! TFS!
Beautiful! Loving your new blog!
This is such a pretty card! I haven’t considered buying this set but now that I’ve seen your card, hmmmm…
Absolutely gorgeous, Amy! Love the soft background image with the wonderful details you added to your design. Love it! 🙂
Oh my, love this one too….I can tell we have similar tastes! I love Arielle’s sketches…glad you found them!
This is such a beautiful card….can’t believe that you said that you struggle with the vintage style….your card is perfection!! 🙂
I love vintage…this is beautiful!