Today’s project is very simple. I created faux ribbon (a technique I have done before here) with just some masking tape and ink. This set was designed specifically for this purpose because I really wanted something to achieve this look effortlessly! Hence the name of this set is exactly that, Faux Ribbon!
Step 1:
Apply masking tape (or mask or preference) to card front at desired width. Sponge ink in circular motion at both edges.
Step 2:
Remove masking tape and viola, your faux ribbon! Notice how the "highlight" in the middle really adds dimension.
Step 3:
Add stripes and the scalloped edge (how cool is that) with the stamps included in the NEW set!
Step 4:
Add a silk flower and a sentiment (from this set) and you are good to go! Very quick and easy! And think of all the pretty colors you could use.
ETA: To make the masking tape less tacky (and easier to remove) simply stick it repeatedly to your clothing or carpet before adhering it to your project! It does the trick every time!
The flower was stamped with the smallest dot from Green Thumb.
Ooo! Lovely. Just lovely! Thanks for the tips and inspiration.
This is absolutely gorgeous! You always amaze me! Simplicity never looked so good!
This is so freakin’ awesome!! LOVE love LOVE it!!!! wowee!!
I look forward to each day before you release a new set. I know I will love this set. I have all the other ones. Keep up the great work. You are a very talented person. Have a great day.
karen mackie
kmackie@verizon.net
Wonderful, can’t wait to see the whole set!!! Beautiful simple card!
Wonderful, can’t wait to see the whole set!!! Beautiful simple card!
I love this card! Cant wait! Thanks for the sneak peeks!
Another gorgeous card!
I’d love to hear any tips you might have for getting your lines so nice and straight! That seems to be something I have problems with even with grid lines on my blocks.
So pretty and you make it look so easy!! Can’t wait to see more!!
What a stunning card, Nichole! Love the simplicity of the card…. but yet it looks so elegant. Another stunner!
Sensational card!
Hang on tight…here we go again, there’s a knot in my stomach already. Thank goodness Ellen is having a great sale on Friday to give me something else to look forward to. I hope I don’t burst, LOL, TFS.
Oh this is wonderful! I love it! Can I pretty please order early? I have a hard time waiting, and being patient. uugghh
π
Holy cow of all things linear! This is SO elegant and simple. Can’t wait for more, more, more Nichole!
Oooh, oooh, ooooh, ahhhhh! I just love this, what a simple but fabulous idea. I am speechless at your genius! π
Oh Nicole, these samples are fabulous! This looks like it is going to be a great basic set to have. Another winner I’d say!
Ruth A.
Oh I just love that scalloped edge! Fabulous!
yep, I’m diggin’ it, Nichole! Rock on girlfriend! π
Each sneak peak gets better than the last one! Keep em coming!
Linda
Lovin’ all the sneak peeks. So clever. Can’t wait for the reveal. And, yep…. love that scalloped line. More … more… What’s that over top the sentiment. Is that a flourish? π
Oh goodness I can hardly wait !!!!!
Great set! I can’t wait to get it!
I love the faux ribbon! This looks like it’s going to be another fun set, and quite different from the others.
well, I for one am staying up ’till midnight Saturday night to make sure I get this set!! LOL!! can’t wait to play with this one – you are amazing Nichole!!!
Pretty card!!
Oh my goodness! I am loving this set and your tutorials! I’m glad I’m getting a little play money next week.
Oh my wallet!!!!!
SHUT UP!!! I am already in love with this set! π
~Kendra
What a great idea- so simple and yet so versatile!
Awesome tip. And it looks great. Love the colors. TFS!
gosh darn this drooling!!! I am using up all the floor clothes waiting for this new set!!!! Can’t wait and I will have to come up with something creative to earn all this money I now need for your sets. whoops…there goes another drop on the floor..janet in nc
I love this new set!! I can’t wait to order it. Thanks for all the tips.
Oh my goodness, it’s gorgeous!
Too stinkin’ cute! Did you stamp the spots on the flower too?
V
Oh I cannot wait to see it!
Okay, I feel a bit stupid here, as no one else has asked this question, but how on earth do you get masking tape off of your card without ruining it?
Jacque
what a tease! i literally need this set now, just because of this card. i am making a ton of thank you cards for my sil and this would be absolutely perfect….maybe we could make a deal, a little early sale? π did i mention the thank-yous were for funeral stuff?
Nichole, you are the QUEEN of Faux Ribbon! This is so beautiful; I need to dig out my drafting tape!
What an awesome idea!! Not only the faux ribbon but the polka dots on the flower!! Why can’t I think of these awesome ideas!! You are a genius Nicole. Thanks so much for sharing. Oh, and I’m going to try that blue painters tape on the faux ribbon. Hopefully it won’t stick like the masking tape. :0) Keep up the awesome work and thank you so much for sharing!
Lorraine
Pure Brilliance! Love all of these ideas. :O)
it’s verry beautifull !! simple and clean