Rummage Bin Collage Stamps

I always struggle to answer the question, "What is your stamping style?" Do you ever feel this way? I like to think I have a varied style, that I'm adaptable. I like realistic/artistic images, but also have a soft spot for cute (like the darling owls in my previous post). I'm learning more about vintage style and collage work... and loving every minute of it.

So, when I saw the latest stamp additions to The Rummage Bin Collection at Cornish Heritage Farms, I knew I'd love them. They are so different and fresh. Lesley Langdon (the creator extraordinaire) has outdone herself with her addition of collage stamps.

Little One:


I loved creating with this stamp. The sweet Little One is a larger image, making this an easy card. For that reason, I thought I'd create a larger card (this one was sized 7 x 4-1/2"), which gave me plenty of space for a flower and lace, without covering much of the girl. I stamped the girl with Vintage Photo Distress ink by Ranger and added shading with Old Paper Distress ink. It's perfect for that sepia photo-finished look. In total, I think it took me about 15 minutes to create my card. I can't wait to give this to a friend...

And I'm already thinking of the home decor that I want to make with this stamp. OK... gotta run... I must get stamping!

Thanks for stopping by,
lise

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Supplies:
Stamps:
-Sweet One Collage stamp (The Rummage Bin Collection by Lesley Langdon) by Cornish Heritage Farms
-Swirls from the Beautiful Stamp Set (The Rummage Bin Collection by Lesley Langdon) by Cornish Heritage Farms--- on the envelope

Ink:
-Espresso Adirondack Dye ink by Ranger
-Vintage Photo and Old Paper Distress inks by Ranger

Cardstock:
-Suede Brown medium cardstock by Prism Papers
-Poison Ivory shimmery cardstock by CutCardStock.com

Patterned Paper:
-Foof-a-la "text print" designer paper from the Autumn Leaves Mat Pack

Tools:
-n/a

Accessories:
-flower and chipboard button by Prima Marketing
-brown taffeta ribbon by May Arts
-lace scrap from personal stash (from my grandma's collection)

Technique:
-sponging / distressing