Celtic Heritage Day 4 Second Post

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Tonight's second post features a stamp that I really wanted but nearly didn't make.

I was concerned that the fine line of this Celtic border stamp (Celtic Heritage set) might make the stamp too flimsy for use. Certainly, compared to the solidness of say, the heart shape, this border stamp will require a little patience when you pull it off the carrier sheet but I have used it and washed it in the same way I do other stamps ( I use a soft bristled toothbrush and water straight afer I have finished stamping for the night. Very mild detergent and a good rinse if using chalk inks) and I am very happy with it.

I really felt it was worth the couple of seconds carefulness to be able to produce such a fine delicate border. Many Celtic inspired stamps can be clumpy which I find odd. When I look at the great illuminated manuscripts I see inch wide panels containing hundreds of lines, exquisite detail and fine lines. I wanted to capture a little of that in my stampset. I hope you agree.

The card also uses a sentiment from the Irish Blessings set and another shamrock from the Celtic Heritage set.

To answer a question that pops up from time to time - Of course these sets are going to be available to US residents!!! Also to European Australian and Canadian residents at present. You might like to pop over to the store and check down the left hand sidebar for information on shipping etc. Many thanks for asking.

The next card tonight is a simple and elegant St Pats card. Whipped up in a trice (been reading Enid Blyton!! lol) using the wee square from Irish Blessings and one of the shamrocks from Celtic Heritage. Sentiment stamps from Celtic Heritage also.

Hope they tickle!