Skatin' Around

When I first saw Penny Black's Skatin' Around stamp, I wanted it. I had no idea what I would do with it - after all, I don't ice skate. I don't even know anyone who ice skates. BUT she's adorable, so I couldn't resist purchasing her.

Then, my friend Fay, who is the hostess for this month's Sisterhood of the Traveling Cards swap, asked us to create a winter scene on our cards. I quickly thought of the Skatin' Around stamp. Perfect!

I created the scene by using some snowflake paper in the background and sparkly giltter cardstock to create the frozen ground where she is skating. For the main image, I chose to go with a paper piecing technique, layering two designer papers to create her dress and hat. (Talk about labor intensive! I don't usually do this much tedious cutting.)

I really like the way this one turned out. I hope Fay and my other fellow swappers will like my winter scene.

Image: Penny Black Skatin' Around

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black and Copic markers

Embellishments: Metallic Brads