Here is a card that I created using the patriotic Stampin Up stamp set "Courage". When I first saw it in the 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog, I knew I would end up recreating it. The image just touches you. As a matter of fact, all of the military themed sets on that page are wonderful! A true tribute to the brave men and women who serve our country. We owe each and every one of them a huge thank you!
I tweeked the original card a bit by adding Dazzling Diamonds on the stripes of the flag and Crystal Effects on the goggles. Something I picked up from a friend of mine, Judy DiScipio. I created 2 cards. They are the same with the exception of the star brads. I used both sizes and think they both work.
All materials used are Stampin' Up!
Stamp Set: Courage #115330, $19.95, pg. 67
Cardstock: Confetti White, Kraft, Night of Navy, Real Red
Inks: Brocade Blue, Mellow Moss, Night of Navy, and Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pads; Blush Blossom Craft Stampin’ Pad; Jet Black StazOn pad
Accessories: Brocade Blue 5/8" grosgrain ribbon; Star Brads; Stampin’ Dimensionals; Aqua Painter, Two Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds, Crystal Effects
Here's a closeup showing the Dazzling Diamonds and the Crystal Effects. They don't photograph too well, but hopefully, you get the idea.
And here they are side by side. I think both sizes of the Star Brads work. What do you think?
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