This is a 3 1/2 x 4 1/2 that started as a 5 x 7. I did not like so much plaid but loved how three colors of heat embossing leaves played on the sheet. Once I cut it in half the design was much more pleasing. Added the die cut edge and sentiment and layered all on white cs base (leftover cs from making my Christmas card bases, so I think there will be more of this smaller size cards in my future).
Here is the other half from the change in direction.
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This is very nice! I like it. Those embossed leaves on the plaid look great!
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Oh thanks Lisa, they were fun to split and take another stab at.
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Those are both great. It’s fun seeing it in both directions, too.
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You are right. The leaves just had to go different once they were split.
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Very nice cards. Love the embossed leaves on the plaid background and that you made both directions.
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Gorgeous filigree leaves and they look marvelous on the plaid background. So glad you joined us at Die Cut Divas.
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Love the plaid background. The leaves are the perfect addition.
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I’m not sure how it looked before you cut it, but these look great! Love the embossed leaves on the “cozy” plaid.
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Wow so beautifully done!! Thanks for playing along our October challenge at Die Cuts Divas.
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Oh, wow, Bonnie! I absolutely love these embossed leaves. They are stunning against this plaid paper. Thank you for sharing with The Paper Players this week!
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You are the diva of making great plaid backgrounds. Love what you did with the end result.
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