Easy Sophistication

Hello Stampers! 

Today I've got a card for you that is classic and sophisticated, AND super-easy!  Sometimes you just need a quick card and this one fits the bill.  It features one of my favorite color combinations--- Basic Black and Whisper White.  It is hard to go wrong when using these two together.  You can also add just a pop of color in an embellishment--- say some Cherry Cobbler, Elegant Eggplant, More Mustard---to give your card a bit more "oomph," but on this card I don't think that's necessary.

Here's the card

The stamp set is Simply Soft (page 12) which is one of the amazing hostess sets you can receive FREE when you host a stamping party.  This is a two-step set, which means each flower has two parts.  First you stamp the outline, then you fill in with the solid stamp. This two-step process produces a great image and is fun to do.  And the clear stamps let you line up your images so much easier. The ribbon is found on page 195 and adds such a lovely touch.  I tied some white baker's twine (page 194) around the ribbon to scrunch it up, then threaded the twine up through one of our buttons (page 197) and tied it in a bow. With a variation in the sentiment, this could easily be a  birthday card, wedding card, sympathy card, thank you card, anniversary card, congratulations card, or just about anything.  In fact, it would be a great idea to stamp up some cards like this in advance, but leave the sentiment off.  Then when you're in need of a card to send off quickly, you can add the appropriate sentiment and your card will be mailbox-ready. 

I hope you'll take a little time today to stamp some all-purpose cards like this.  You'll feel so organized and on-top of things when you have a little stash of cards, all ready to send at a moment's notice. 

Thanks for stopping by today and be sure to come and visit me tomorrow.  I've got more classic cards coming up for your viewing and stamping pleasure.
Enjoy your Tuesday!

Susan