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Medallion Squared

Stampin up medallion define your life

Yes, this IS the new Medallion Background stamp–just in a new square "package."  This stamp looks gorgeous no matter how you use it.  It's my hottest seller right now from the Stampin' Up! 2009-2010 Idea Book and Catalog. 

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  • Stampin up medallion I stamped the round Medallion in Dusty Durango on Very Vanilla. 
  • TIP:  I realize the image is supposed to look a little distressed and perfect inking isn't required.  However, I used one of Stampin' Up!'s sand blocks to gently rub and prep the rubber.  This  improves the ink transfer on most solid images.
  • I gave the round image a square figure of approximately 3 1/8" x 3 1/8".  I matted it on Dusty Durango card stock.
  • The Medallion was inked up and stamped again in Dusty Durango and Not Quite Navy.  TIP:  I flip my big background images face up and apply the ink pad face down.  To save ink, I only inked the center of the stamp, knowing the smaller images would be cropped.
  • Using the 1 3/4" Punch, I cropped the Not Quite Navy Image.  The Dusty Durango image was cropped with a 3/4" Punch.  I anchored the Durango image to the center with a Stampin' Dimensional.
  • The card base is 4 1/4" x 5 1/2", fashioned from Dusty Durango Textured card stock.  It's topped with Very Vanilla Textured card stock.  Can you tell I'm a huge Stampin' Up! Textured card stock fan?
  • The horizontal panel begins with a base of Not Quite Navy, shaped on the bottom edge with a Scallop Eyelet Punch.  Such a delightful detail.
  • I layered Very Vanilla Textured card stock on top and coordinating Dusty Durango 1/2" Grosgrain Ribbon. 
  • TIP:  Can't find the Dusty Durango ribbon in the catty?  LOL!  Actually, it's the Polka Dot 1/2" Grosgrain Ribbon just flipped over.  This is a neat little trick for when you want coordinating ribbon but the polka dots might not be appropriate for the style of your card or project.
  • The sentiment is from Define Your Life.  It's inked in Not Quite Navy and stamped on Very Vanilla. The layer below is Not Quite Navy.
  • TIP:  The three faux brads are simply Not Quite Navy Textured card stock popped out with a 1/4" hole punch.  I used Stampin' Up!'s retired 1/4" Circle Punch.  However, any 1/4" hole punch will work fine!

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Stamp Sets:  Medallion Background (115223), Define Your Life (114950)
Paper:  Dusty Durango Smooth (115321) and Textured (115538, In Color Assortment), Not Quite Navy (101722), Very Vanilla Smooth (101650) and Textured (108693, Neutrals Assortment)
Ink:  Dusty Durango (115654), Not Quite Navy (103008)
Cool Tools:  1 3/4" Circle Punch (112004), 3/4" Circle Punch (107217), 1/4" Circle Punch (retired), Eyelet Border Punch (113692)
The Perfect Touch:  Dusty Durango Polka Dot 1/2' Grosgrain Ribbon (flipped to the solid side, 115609), Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)

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19 thoughts on “Medallion Squared”

  1. i loved your “medallion squared” idea! and yes, this stamp is incredible – i can’t wait to use it…and your idea!! thank you!!

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  2. What a great color combo – would’ve never thought to pair dusty durango and the navy – amazing amazing card!!!! I just got my medallion stamp and haven’t inked it up yet – thanks for inspiring!

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  3. I have never left a comment for another stamper before today. I am so inspired by ALL of your projects. I have never been disappointed. Your are one very creative, artistic person and I appreciate you sharing your talents with the rest of us.
    Sue S

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  4. Absolutely stunning, Mary! I love the squared look of the medallion. And the colors are beautiful! Everything about this card is terrific. You’re amazing!

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  5. Gorgeous! I’ve seen quite a few “shabby chic” but I love the clean fresh look you’ve given this stamp set here. This one is on my wishlist, too. šŸ˜‰

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  6. Thanks for the sq. idea with the medallion stamp. I just got mine yesterday. I purchased the textured in color cs because I love when you use it on your projects. They just look so professional. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  7. Great use of this background stamp, Mary! Thanks for the idea. šŸ™‚ Really nice card, too.

    Can’t wait to see your new stampin pretty spot. šŸ™‚

    barb

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