Sep 18, 2016

Dark and Moody Fall Thank You Card


I apologize for the delay in sharing the remainder of my cards from my Dark and Moody Background Tutorial at Stamps & Stencils.   This time of year, with getting the kids settled back in school, is extremely busy and I'm doing my best to keep up.  Please bear with me.  :)  As always, I appreciate your visits & comments.


I have fallen in love with these cutouts by Heidi Swap, found at Joann's.  I love the lacy element they add to the dark backgrounds.  Here I stamped Blazing Poppies by IndigoBlu for my base.  I layered with Finnabair butterflies, a thank you banner, a coordinating Prima flower, and vintage seam binding.  I tucked some real lace in between my layers.  


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33 comments:

Sandma's Handmade Cards said...

Lots of lovely layering going on here and your Dark and Moody background shows through beautifully through the white floral die cut. The pretty flower, butterflies and ribbon make for the perfect finish. Thank you for joining us at Fashionable Stamping Challenges. Sandra x

Karen Petitt said...

It was worth the wait Autumn as this is stunning! Seriously I love the colours, the texture, the depth, everything is wonderfully beautiful about this card. Real life should always take precedence hun so I'm sure everyone understands Karen xx

brenda said...

What super intensity of colour Autumn and such pretty little Butterflies with the print pattern. Many thanks for joining us at Penny Black and More and Fashionable Stamping Challenges.

B x

Donna Ellis said...

Your "dark and moody" backgrounds are incredible, Autumn! Just think of all the different ways they could be featured, and made "dark" or "full of light" - either way! You have such a way with colors and textures. Thanks for sharing! hugs, de (who is in love with your card)

Kajcyika said...

Lovely card! Love all the details! :)
Thanks for playing with us at CAGIC. xo Kaja

rachel said...

awesomely beautiful Autumn! I love this dark start to your project - must have a go with my luscious powders on dark card!!! Hugs rachel x

Redanne said...

Autumn, your dark and moody background is stunning! I love those cut out flowers too, it would be such a shame to cover up the background and those flowers just let it sing. Absolutely gorgeous! Hugs, Anne xx

Lisa said...

Oh wow, this is stunning, Autumn!! The background looks amazing!! I love the details you added!! It's spectacular!! Beautiful card my friend!! Have a great day!! Big hugs :)

Lisa
A Mermaid's Crafts

Tee said...

Gorgeous!

Juliz Design Post said...

Loving your dramatic background. Great work.
Julie x

crafty-stamper said...

Fabulous dark and moody background and love the layers
Carol x

Mrs.B said...

Beautiful die cut and layering that really pops off this canvas, background looks stunning.
Avril xx

Words and Pictures said...

What a beautiful atmospheric background, and you're right about the lovely lacy cut-out over the darker shadowy areas.
Alison x

Mimi said...

This job/parenting thing is really getting in the way of my blog-social life! How did i miss this beauty? Just swooning over here in CA! I have those Heidi Swapp cutouts... i use them as stencils:) i love your fragment here-- really stands out!

kiwimeskreations said...

I don't mind waiting for your blog posts Autumn - they are well worth waiting for!! This is stunning!
Blessings
Maxine

SD pooja said...

Its Gorgeous..How beautifully you have used the dark bg and yes those delicate die-cuts look Awesome on it !

Vintagehandmade said...

Oh, Autumn, it's so beautiful! I adore your dark and moody background and your awesome die cuts! Fabulous layering, too! It's stunning, my friend! Big hugs! Branka xx

Marjan said...

I LOVE this card, the background gives it a mysterious atmosphere! Very beautiful!

Dess V said...

It's gorgeous! Amazing card! I love it!
Thanks for joining us at Card mania challenge!
Dess ^.^

Anonymous said...

the background is fabulous and i love all the texture on this beautiful card! thank you so much for playing along with us at penny black and more!
linda

Brenda Brown said...

Mmmmmm I can see why you love those cut outs, it works brilliantly on your moody background providing wonderful contrast. Great design as always Autumn xxx

Karen Letchworth said...

Hello, Autumn!
What a gorgeous Things With Wings card. Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us. We love to have you play along, and hope that you will join us again real soon.
Karen Letchworth
Really Reasonable Ribbon DT

Kathy/NorthCarolina said...

Yummmmm! You nailed that background, Autumn! This reminds me of one of my mom's favorite shirt waist dresses....which I loved, so that's a compliment! Always a treat to stop by and visit your lovely handiwork! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Frilly and Funkie Things with Wings Challenge!

scrapfantazje said...

Great card! Thank you for joining us at Card Mania Challenge, good luck :)

sarascloset said...

I'm so happy I took just a few minutes to see yet ONE more of your gorgeous creations that I've been missing! Love the atmospheric look of the background and your choice of the lacy cut out to compliment it is perfect! Great project! It's amazing how you go from dark and moody to rustic without batting an eye! You talented lady, you! Hugs!

Jennifer Scull said...

I saw your card posted on the RRR challenge blog and had to stop by to tell you how lovely it is! it caught my eye right away! :)

Marty F said...

Beautiful - love the dark colors and the white cut-out is just right for this card. Love your butterflies and flower - another gorgeous project, Autumn!

Jenny Marples said...

As ever Autumn, absolutely stunning. Thank you for sharing with us at Frilly and Funkie xx

Ann said...

WOW, it's simply stunning! :)
Thank you for joining our challenge at CardMania Challenges :)

ILEANA ARTUFFO said...

Wonderful creation! I love background and flowers!
Thanks for playing at Card Mania Challenge.
Ileana

Esther said...

gorgeous background and love all those layers...Thanks so much for sharing with us at FSC...Esther xx

cherry said...

gorgeous artsy card....thanks for joining RRR!

Kathy/NorthCarolina said...

This is so lovely, Autumn! It reminds me of lichen after the rain...one of my favorite things. Those spattered metallic sprays really make everything pop. The sweet little butterflies and pretty ribbon cluster keep it from feeling too dark and moody. Gorgeous work...but then yours always is! Thanks for sharing with us at the Really Reasonable Ribbon "things with wings" challenge!

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