Impressions Abloom for ASYI 346

As we come to the end of the catalogue year, we've had time to look at what's retiring and feel sad for the favourites that will soon be unavailable. Of course, just because they retire from the catalogue doesn't mean they disappear from your stash shelves! We sell off some things but there are always things we just won't part with. The latest challenge at As You See It asks us to think about what some of those things are.

So, while I'm sad to some stamp sets passing, the questions today is about tools. Embossing folders are one of my favourite tools and my current favourite is the Distressed Tile 3D embossing folder. I won't be parting with mine!

One of the great pleasures of old favourites is pairing them up with new products. I've used the about-to-be-released Impressions Abloom bundle in some of the new In Colors: Strawberry Slush and Darling Duckling, with a touch of another favourite - Granny Apple Green.

I like the look of splitting the embossed panel into three: a simple thing but it gives quite a different look to a card front. The sentiment is white heat embossed and I've added some Basic Rhinestone Jewels as embellishments. 

The whole team would love to see what you do with these colours. You can see what the rest of the team have done, and link up your entry, at the As You See It Challenge page.

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