We have a new Color Challenge (PPA178) for you to try this week at Pals Paper Arts! We're challenging you to use the fresh color combo of Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe and Summer Starfruit to create your card or project! If you don't have these exact colors, no worries. Use similar colors and play along!
I chose Summer Starfruit for my card base because it really showcases Early Espresso and Crisp Cantaloupe so very well! My card features a crisp white tag against an embossed background of Early Espresso. I dressed the tag with a sentiment stamped with the three challenge colors, using Stampin' Write Markers, and strips of card stock. A faux suede flower and ribbon bow were added, providing balance to both the color scheme and overall layout. I really like the end result and I hope you do too! Please leave me a comment below and let me know what you think!
Now it's your turn to play! Get out your supplies and get started! For more inspiration, take a look at how the rest of the PPA Resident Artists used this color trio! I can't wait to see what you create!
All supplies are Stampin' Up! unless otherwise noted:
Stamps: Really Good GreetingsPaper: Summer Starfruit, Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe, Whisper White card stock; In Colors 2012-2014 Patterns Stack
Ink: Summer Starfruit, Early Espresso, Crisp Cantaloupe Stampin' Write Markers
Tools: Big Shot, Chalk Talk Framelits, Pretty Print Textured Impressions Embossing Folder, Pansy Punch, 3/4" Circle Punch, 1/2" Circle Punch
Extras: Summer Starfruit 3/8" Stitched Satin Ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals, Tombow Multi Purpose Adhesive
Wow! Summer starfruit as a background really sets off,the,colors! Love the tag and the flower Is beautiful!
Posted by: Linda Callahan | 11/07/2013 at 06:29 AM
Wow that is gorgeous Margaret. Wonderful colours.
Posted by: Karen D | 11/07/2013 at 08:13 AM
Absolutely beautiful, Margaret. The faux suede technique is perfect here!
Posted by: EmbeeKay | 11/07/2013 at 08:21 AM
Unbelievable!! Once again, you've amazed me. I have tried 3 of your Christmas designs and they have made my cards so much more professional looking. Hoping to try another one today. I've done the banner one and the die cut labels on the front and another design. Having fun!! Myra
Posted by: Myra Smith | 11/07/2013 at 09:16 AM
Margaret this is a beauty! love the flower and bow with the chalk talk die cut and I really like how you chose to use the colors. Gorgeousness! hugs
Posted by: Diane Oliver | 11/07/2013 at 11:48 AM
Fabulous card!!! Love the layout with the faux suede flower!! Just lovely!!!
Posted by: Amy Lazzell | 11/07/2013 at 11:59 AM
What a gorgeous flower and tag, Margaret! I love how you colored the sentiment and then used the polka-dots for the flower center. As always, a winner for sure!
Posted by: Dawn Tidd | 11/07/2013 at 12:10 PM
Margaret...this is stunning! Not only is the WOW factor HUGE - it is just as clean and crisp as can be! Love everything about it!
Posted by: Susan Itell | 11/07/2013 at 12:19 PM
Honestly, I looked at that color combo and thought "No Way!" You did a fantastic job!! Love the way you put this card together.
Posted by: Lynn W. | 11/07/2013 at 02:47 PM
Simply beautiful. The script embossed script is so sophisticated and I love how it plays off the modern color palette and flower!
Posted by: Mary Fish | 11/08/2013 at 06:39 AM
GORgeous, Margaret!!
Posted by: Patti MacLeith | 11/11/2013 at 10:36 AM
Beautiful Margaret. I'm always amazed at the projects you come up with. So stylish.
Posted by: Rae in Reno | 11/11/2013 at 01:16 PM