Inspiration for Challenge #24

Hi folks, it's Jo on the blog today to share some inspiration to get Mr Mojo engaged for our current challenge...

We have a lovely guest with us for September: Jenny M from My Paper Epiphany. 

Take a look at what Jenny created for our launch post.

I just love Jenny's Holiday card and that EF is a stunner. I think embossing can bring extra 'wow' factor to any card, but there's something about using your EFs on Christmas and Holiday cards that just seems so right! 

I always like to keep a small stock of thank you cards and so I made this simple little card to add to my stash.

The embossing was created by alternating two Cuttlebug border folders on the central portion of the card. The two squiggly lines are debossed for a little added interest.

This was such a quick and easy card to make with the border folders, yet I hope you'll agree the end result is very pretty and effective. I really enjoyed the challenge of finding a way to emboss just a portion of my card and was so pleased to find yet another way of stretching my existing embossing folders rather than just rushing to buy more.

This fun challenge runs until the end of September and Gail, Jenny and I all hope that you'll come and play along! 

Let's Squash It! Challenge #24 - Cuz 2 out of 3 ain't bad...

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the 24th challenge here at 

Let's Squash It! 

Let's Squash It! is The Embossing Folder Challenge.  We are gonna help you explore the world of the not so humble embossing folder and encourage you to dig 'em out, knock the dust off and find old, new and fun ways to make your projects pop. 

We have an awesome team to keep you entertained and awesome challenge themes to stretch your creativity and get you using all those long forgotten and neglected embossing folders. 

For those of you who are just tuning in you can check the previous posts for the story behind the genesis of the challenge and the technique posts for awesome tips and techniques to help you make the most of your supplies and folders.

Challenges start on the 10th of the month and run to the last day at 23.55 GMT.  We will be picking top picks and a winner, who will have a chance to be our guest designer for a future challenge.  There is a little prize on offer for a randomly selected winner and these will all be announced on the 8th of next month.   

So, Challenge #24

And this month's theme is

Use any Embossing Folder AND fill Two Thirds of your card.

Use any embossing folder you choose, but make sure we only see 2/3rds of embossing and a 1/3rd of white space (of any colour!) on your card. We don't mind how you divide-up those proportions and look forward to seeing what you create! Please make sure you include both parts of the challenge on your card and also check da roolz to ensure your entry will be eligible for the random prize draw!

We are very pleased to have our Let's Squash It!! Empress from our August Challenge joining us as our guest designer this month.  

Please welcome Jenny Martin

"Hi there! My name is Jenny and I’m from Melbourne Australia. My blog is called My Paper Epiphany. I love trying new media and teqniques, so I don’t think I have a signature style. 

I guess my cards are mostly CAS, but I love getting messy too!!

We’re lucky to also have a house in Queenscliff on the Victorian coast, which is where I often spend time on my own (except for 2 dogs), when my Hubby goes back to work! 

This is my Happy Place and where I feel most creative."

Jenny's Card uses
Stampin' Up! Wintery Embossing Folder

 

 

And here's some inspiration from the team...

 

Gail's Card uses Sizzix 3D Dandelion Wishes

Jo's Card uses Sizzix Folder - Romantic

 

Please do check da roolz to make sure you will be in the running for da prizes.  

This months randomly selected winner will be able to choose a prize from the

Let's Squash It! Prize Vault

 

Now it's your turn!

Grab your embossing folders and join the fun.

We are looking forward to seeing your cards!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!

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