Simple Stamping - Stamps, Ink & Paper

Sometimes it is fun to go back to the basics of card making, the SIP card.  SIP stands for Stamps Ink Paper.  Sometimes we think that we need all the extras to make a beautiful card. Don't get me wrong those extras are a LOT of fun to play with but if you are NEW to card making or want to just go back to the basics the SIP card is the way to go.

Today I am showing you how to use a stamp set, pattern paper and ink to create a beautiful Autumn card.  I will also be using a stamp set that isn't strictly Autumn themed but is versatile enough to be used for Spring & Summer.  This set is the Natural Botanical stamp set.  The Autumn themed pattern paper I am using is called Gathering Together (Item #165969) and will be available Wednesday, September 3rd as a part of the new September Online Exclusives.  The rest of the supplies will be listed below.  

Card Details:

Card base: 11" x 4 1/4" scored at 5 1/2" 

Layer #1: 4" x 5 1/4" (I stamped on pattern paper)

Layer #2: 3 1/2" x 1 1/4"

Layer #3: 3 1/4" x 1" 

Interior: White Panel 4" x 5 1/4" 

To find some tips to personalizing pattern paper and see how to simply put together a stamps, ink & paper card check out my video. 

Check out Tammy's beautiful card using this SIP technique on her Teach it Tuesday YouTube playlist and scroll to the bottom!  Actually there is a bonus with Tammy's video...she also shares 3 different color combinations! All lovely!

Supplies used for this card: