A stencil was created by die cutting a window sheet with the Big Shot and Tulipe Bigz die. Then using Dotto to adhere the stencil to Grid Paper I slipped the Cards Image layer under the Stencil and using a sponge dauber in circular motions applied ink directly to paper.
This version didn't use a background stamp but did have a sentiment layer added. The Holiday Best stamp was used and punched with the Scallop Oval Punch then placed with a dimensional.
Ribbon, a brad and a sentiment popped up on a dimensional finished the card.
Stamps: Holiday Best hostess Level 1 2009 Holiday mini
Paper: Real Red & Natural White Cardstock
Ink: Real Red & Always Artichoke Classic inks, Real Red Marker
Accessories: Gold Brad, Real Red 5/8" Grosgrain Ribbon, Sponge Daubers, Big Shot Created Stencil with Tulipe Bigz die, Scallop Oval Punch
Techniques: Stencil
Difficulty (1-Easy 5-Advanced): On a scale of 1-5 probably a 2 only because of the finicky bits of the stencil you have to work with. Most beginners if they are patient can achieve this and feel good about it though their stencil work may be a bit off here and there.