Mix and Match

 Hello,

One of the things I love about Stampin Up is the colour coordination. There is no stress over which colour or pattern goes with what. This is also the case with mixing and matching dies. 

Today's card does just that...mixes and matches patterns and dies. For this card I used Night of Navy for the base, countryside Inn DSP, Pierced Bloom dies for the flower and Thoughtful Expressions dies for the layer behind the flower. I left off a sentiment for now, I’ll add one when the occasions warrants. 

The card base measures 5-1/2" x 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4". Measure the first piece of dsp at 5-1/2" x 4-1/4". On that piece measure down from the top left corner 3" and make a tic mark. From the top of the right side corner measure down 3/4" and make a tic mark. Cut from the 3" mark to the 3/4" mark (as shown).

Measure a second piece of card stock 2-1/2" x 3". On the 2-1/2 " side measure the half way point, 1-1/4". Cut from the half way point to either corner of the dsp (as shown).

Next, cut coordinating strips measuring 1/4" x 6". You'll trim these later. Now for the assembly.

Adhere the first piece of dsp to the card base followed by the second piece. Add the coordinating strips at an angle following the lines of the dsp, letting the ends hang off the card. It's easier to do it this way and trim off the excess. 

Add your layer for the flower and if using, sentiment. 

And there you have it!

Thanks for stopping by. Until next time....

Paula