Autumn Has Arrived!

Hi there blog friends!  How is this for bringing in the feel of autumn?  I just love the colours of autumn and this card is no exception.  It is so warm and rich with its rust and golds, it just makes me feel like I need to be sipping hot chocolate and wearing mittens! The background of this card was made using the new A4 autumn leaves mask, but with a twist.  I used the mask to emboss the paper, but I used a decorative piece of paper to begin with.  Then I used the Vintage Photo Distress ink direct to the paper in a soft circular motion  to bring out the leaves.  You get a really nice mix with the decorative paper showing through in spots, a sort of Jacob's Coat technique.  This is also a great way to use those papers you end up with in mixed paper packs that you aren't always crazy about.  Often times there is just enough of the pattern showing to give your piece interest without overtaking the whole piece.  I used the edgeability as a border, but made two slits on either side of my teardrop circle nestibility to slide it through.  I added a few shades of the vintage ribbon to make a bow and topped it off with some Bakers Twine and a black button.  The finishing touch for this card was the addition of the new PVA Dimensional glue dots in Bronze.  Aren't they just scrumptous!  If you like these, I will let you in on a little secret.  I have just added these to the next set of shows in October along with the new gold and silver PVA Glues.  All brand new and a gorgeous way to finish off your cards.  What do you think, does it pass inspectiom?  All for now, Sue x