I’ve always looked at the Rustic Retreat stamp set and thought of more masculine birthday cards or a more rustic-looking Christmas card. By adding a beautiful Poinsettia and using the traditional red and green colors of Christmas, I’m looking at this set in a whole different light. The little cabin looks so cozy and inviting – it really evokes a Christmas feeling!
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Here are the cardstock requirements to make this card:
- Card Base: Whisper White – 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, score at 4 1/4″
- First Layer: Real Red – 5 3/8″ x 4 1/8″, cut two
- Second Layer: Whisper White – 5 1/4″ x 4″, cut two
- Gingham Strip and Mat: Real Red – 5 1/4″ x 1 3/8″, Toile Tidings DSP (red gingham) – 5 1/4″ x 1 1/4″
- Poinsettia: Real Red – 7″ x 3 1/2″
- Leaves: Garden Green – 4 1/2″ x 2 1/2″
- Stamped Image and Mat: Real Red – 3 1/4″ x 2 1/4″; Whisper White – 3 1/4″ x 2 1/4″
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