Stamp Happy: Stamp Simply #73 - Let's Get Negative!

Stamp Simply #73 - Let's Get Negative!

Sharon Johnson has come up with another great Stamp Simply Challenge for you this week! Here's the challenge description in her words...

LET’S GET NEGATIVE - with negative images that is!!! You can do this challenge by using negative images of punches or die cuts OR by using a negative image, or reversed out, stamp. (When punching out a shape, the negative image is the sheet left over with the hole in it, rather than the object punched. A negative image stamp is one where the main image or words are left unstamped, but all the surrounding area is stamped - just the opposite of a normal stamp) To clarify, you MAY use the punched or die cut shape ALONG WITH your negative image if you desire, as long as the negative image is used as well. Same with stamps — you may use a regular stamp, as long as a negative image stamp is used. As long as there is one negative image on your card it’s OK, you need not incorporate both stamps and punches, but you have the option to use either, or both. So, today it’s totally OK to be Negative!!! Let’s go for it — can’t wait to see what you all do!!!

For my card today, I chose to pull out this new Inkadinkado stamp set called Nostalgia which contains some reverse/negative image stamps. I tried several variations on this design, and even had the single butterfly from the set stamped and matted on a scalloped circle, but finally decided the whole design stood well on it's own.

See how the flowers, and the butterfly within the circle are negative images? They're formed by the leaves and other things surrounding them.

Be sure to check out Sharon's beautiful sample, and the rest of the Stamp Simply team members!

Julie Koerber
Dee Jackson
Jennifer Buck
Janine Orchard
AJ Otto
Heather Telford, *NEW* February Guest Designer!
(Becky has the week off, but she'll be back next week!)

Thanks for stopping by! I continue on my quest for a healthier body and weight through exercise and eating right, and appreciate your thoughts and prayers towards my goal! I hope you have a fabulous day!

Stamps: Nostalgia clear set (Inkadinkado)
Cardstock: Mocha Divine (Bazzill), designer paper (Daisy D's)
Ink: Momento Rich Cocoa (Tsukineko)
Accessories: ribbon, swirl clip (craft supply), sewing machine, thread.

Posted at 11:42 PM in Inkadinkado, Stamp Simply challenges | Permalink

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Hi Tammy,

I found you thru Janine (2bkrafty). I love your "negative" card. I didn't really understand "negative" until I read your blog. Thanks!

Jeanette

Posted by: Jeanette | February 06, 2009 at 05:40 AM

Hi there Tammy!!! Fabulous card... Love these images.
Have a great weekend and good luck in your quest for a healthier you!!

Posted by: Janine | February 06, 2009 at 06:52 AM

The paper and the stamp are perfect together, what a beautiful vintage feel.

Posted by: Heather | February 06, 2009 at 06:55 AM

very nice love the vintage feel to this card
Hugs
Norine

Posted by: Norine | February 06, 2009 at 08:37 AM

Oh this is such a pretty card. So elegant, vintage feeling. Love it!

Posted by: Danni | February 06, 2009 at 08:44 AM

Cute, Tammy! :)

Posted by: Jennifer Buck | February 06, 2009 at 08:53 AM

Love this antique look! Isn't it funny how sometimes simpler is better? I have done that too I don't know how many times! I love that stamp too -- might just "need" to get it! Have a fabulous weekend!!

Posted by: Julie Koerber | February 06, 2009 at 08:53 AM

Hmm-I am waiting for the light to dawn! I understand with punches what the negative is but not stamps. I will keep gazing at your wonderful card and image and maybe it will come to me. Grin

Posted by: Bev J. | February 06, 2009 at 09:06 AM

This is lovely, it has the old browned photo look. I'm liking it. Pat

Posted by: Pat Adam | February 06, 2009 at 09:25 AM

So elegant and simply stated - I love this! That little clip on the ribbon is the perfect touch!
Continued success in meeting your goals to better health! I'm rooting for you!!

Posted by: carol | February 06, 2009 at 09:55 AM

This is so beautiful! I love how soft it feels and the stitching is a nice touch :)

Posted by: Maria | February 06, 2009 at 10:15 AM

Well done my friend!! I really like what you've done here and the metal swirl on the ribbon is a really nice touch too!! (This card looks more like my style then yours ... am I "rubbing off" on you? LOL) Great job Tammy ... my hat's off to you!!!

Posted by: Darlene (SCS:akronstamperdpk) | February 06, 2009 at 11:17 AM

So pretty Tammy! I love the muted, almost faded look here-- so much appeal!

Posted by: Deb Saaranen | February 06, 2009 at 12:10 PM

I wish I had time to comment on every single card that I have missed over the last few days, but I want you to know that each one is just gorgeous and I love every single one of them! Also, praying God's blessings on all your new endeavors- eating healthy, weight loss, exercise, and finding a new church home.

Blessings and Hugs,
Barb

Posted by: Barb | February 06, 2009 at 01:24 PM

This is beautiful, Tammy! Love everything about it...very nice stitching! Have a wonderful weekend...and praying for you!

Posted by: CherylQuilts at SCS | February 06, 2009 at 03:33 PM

Your card is just gorgeous, Tammy!

Posted by: Nancy | February 06, 2009 at 07:18 PM