Birthday Leaf

I made a birthday card with a wonderful Simon Says Stamp stencil/die set and birthday sentiment strip, from an older release, the Rain or Shine release!...

I used a slightly off white piece of cardstock, and three shades of green ink for my leaf.  I die cut the leaf first, then slightly adhered it to a piece of paper, for stability.  I brushed on the color, then had to decide what kind of card to put it on.  I opted for a mini slimline, as the birthday gift was going to be solely money, and this size card is PERFECT for money!  I brushed the three inks onto the panel, then popped it up on the card, then the leaf onto the panel.  I cut out the sentiment from a page of printed sentiments.  Here's a  close up....

I loved the texture of the cardstock for this leaf...just adds the little jeuge!  Hope you are having a great week!!  Please take care!  Thanks for visiting me today!! Hugs!! Lisa