I am thrilled to share with you today~ one version of the ghosting technique!




VersaMark damask image and stamp on cardstock. Sprinkle Transcendence Embossing Powder on stamped image and gently shake off excess powder. Heat the embossing powder with heat tool. Ink up sponge and work ink into the cardstock~ I rub my sponge in circles. I LOVE seeing the image POP! Isn't that cool!?



I prefer to use a sponge when doing this technique, but you can also use a brayer or use your ink pad and rub it directly onto the cardstock. See what works for you! You can take a rag and wipe off any ink that might be on your embossed image.




Add scor-tape or whatever double-sided adhesive you prefer.




I recommend not cutting your ribbon until you are finished. Be sure and cover all tape while creating your ruffle~ or your card will most likely stick to the envelope! You can leave your ribbon straight, but I think adding ruffles adds a lot of character!




It's safe to cut the ribbon now!  {smiles}




I always cut my image in half so that I can create two cards per image.




I hope you are inspired to stamp and create! Thank You for letting me share with you!

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Supplies: Amberley Grace Cardstock V-840 & B-320, Amberley Grace Ribbon B-220, Amberley Grace Hardware B-120, Great Greetings T-3114, Damask Backgrounder T-3276, Transcendence Embossing Powder C-151, VersaMark Pad S-1179, Hydra Sponges F-177, Burnt Umber Palette Hybrid Ink Pad TT-218 (I also used Charcoal TT-219)