Monday, August 20, 2012

May Arts silk ribbon color charts

Hi everyone! May Arts Silk Ribbon has been a long time favorite of mine and one of the biggest sellers at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.   We know many of you love using silk ribbon as well, and to make color selection easier and to take the guess-work out of it, I have prepared a color chart.  This chart compares all the May Arts Silk Ribbon colors to both Stampin’ Up and A|Muse Studios cardstock colors.

Here are the charts:
 
 
I hope you find these charts useful.  I had a lot fun making them and they will be the first of many ribbon type color charts.  Let me know if you have a particular ribbon type you would like to see on a color comparison chart and I'll add it to the to-do list.

So in celebration of our Silk Ribbon Color Charts, the design team have some projects to show you today and each have some fabulous SILK RIBBON BLOG CANDY!  Sharon now offers the Silk Ribbon in Sampler Packs, and each designer has one Silk Ribbon Sampler to give away.  All you have to do is comment on their blog to be eligible to win.  Each designer will pick their winner Wednesday, August 22nd at 9 p.m EST.  All the winners will be announced on Sharon's Blog and my winner will also be announced here, later this week, so be sure to check back to see if you have won.   Good luck!!!
  
I will be offering the Pastels Sampler for my blog candy.  This Sampler pack contains 3 yards each of the Pink, Light Blue, Lavender, Celery and Yellow ribbons.  Gorgeous stuff!
 Check out all the girls in today's hop:

I am still (trying to) take a break from stamping this month, so I didn't make a new card today.  But here are a couple of 3x3 note cards I made a couple years ago using the 1.5" Ivory silk ribbon and the oldie but goodie Lilac Avenue pad from Kaisercraft (which is on sale now!).
A little tip, don't be afraid to use the wide silk ribbon on a small card, it folds and layers beautifully and can really make a statement!
 
Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the hop!!
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58 comments:

  1. June KAugust 20, 2012 at 5:17 AM

    Thanks for the color chart. It will come in handy. I love May Arts silks. That Pastels Sampler is gorgeous.

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  2. UnknownAugust 20, 2012 at 5:28 AM

    oh my...your cards are stunning! The ribbons are a fabulous touch.

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  3. ColleenAugust 20, 2012 at 5:49 AM

    Thank U 4 the color chart.
    Your card is goregous and thanks for the tip. Was afraid to use such wide ribbon on small card but seeing it on your card; it's very stunning.
    ColleenB.

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  4. Janet L.August 20, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    Great idea making the color chart! I really like your cards, too. I've never used silk ribbon so would love to win!!

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  5. Queen MaryAugust 20, 2012 at 6:04 AM

    Michelle, the color charts are wonderful and an excellent marketing tool for people like me! Thank you so much! I love your ivory with the purples -- my colors!

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  6. AnonymousAugust 20, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    Your cards are lovely and the ribbon is just yummy. Thank you so much for the chance to win and sharing your cards.

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  7. CaroleAugust 20, 2012 at 6:19 AM

    These are such yummy looking colors and you use them so well.

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  8. Holly AKA KopyKatAugust 20, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    The ribbon is so beautiful on your card, love the charts that match the colors, that makes life so much easier and thanks for a chance to win some of that yummy ribbon.

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  9. GingerAugust 20, 2012 at 6:35 AM

    The silk ribbon just sets the off the beautiful card! I just love the look and softness!

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  10. Kelly SasAugust 20, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    Your card is made so beautifully complete by using the silk ribbon on it!

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  11. LindaAugust 20, 2012 at 7:06 AM

    Beautiful card and love the soft yellow color as well as the mixture of the different colors. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

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  12. Darlene GAugust 20, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    Beautiful cards and thanks for all your work on the color charts. They will certainly come in handy.

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  13. Charlotte ZweigoronAugust 20, 2012 at 7:56 AM

    What fabulous choices for fall!! And the color charts are a big help. I have to admit that I have bought some silk ribbon while not really sure of the color; just knowing that I’d find a way to match it up with SOMETHING no matter what!! None has ever gone to waste!! That first card REALLY showcases the drape of this fabulous silk ribbon.

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  14. Diana N.August 20, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    Your cards are beautiful examples of using the ribbons to give a card that special touch. Love May Arts silk ribbons.

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  15. RosieAugust 20, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    Much thanks for your color chart and I love the colors you chose on your card.

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  16. Charmaine StackAugust 20, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    The charts are a great idea. I would love to see one for Distress Inks as I have the whole collection of those. Your cards are sweet. The featured ribbons make me think of Easter.

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  17. LynnAugust 20, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Love the colors of these ribbons and that ivory colored ribbon was "made" for your cute cards

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  18. Bette SAugust 20, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    Neat card - love your choice of colors and that bow is to die for!!

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  19. melanieAugust 20, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Stunning cards love the ribbon colours thanksfor the chance to win .Melanie

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  20. ShonaAugust 20, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Unfortunatly, I've never seen either type of cardstock, but I do like the cards tou made with the beautiful ribbons.

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  21. StellaAugust 20, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    Your cards are so pretty.

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  22. Karen McAlpineAugust 20, 2012 at 12:49 PM

    The charts are super!!! Thanks for sharing them. Your cards are lovely!

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  23. lisa808August 20, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    The color chart is very useful. tfs. Love the pastel combo pack. The large bows look so nice on the small cards. I would never have thought to try that.

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  24. Sue DAugust 20, 2012 at 1:17 PM

    Thanks so much for the handy charts. The ribbon is so pretty and so are your cards!

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  25. Kathy HAugust 20, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    Nice chart and awesome cards!

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  26. VeronicaAAugust 20, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    You did an awesome job with the color chart and it will certainly come in handy. The sampler is great and thanks for the chance to win.
    VeronicaA

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  27. LoriAugust 20, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Michelle, both of your cards are so soft & dreamy! I just love the pastels! Thank you for sharing!
    Hugs Lori R.

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  28. Dorothy C.August 20, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    Your cards are great. Thanks for the color chart. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  29. Giovana August 20, 2012 at 2:59 PM

    Michelle, your card is beautiful and the chart is very helpful!! Thanks for the chance to win!! Love the colors :)

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  30. Linda CarsonAugust 20, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Beautiful artwork & lovely bows!

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  31. kathy sAugust 20, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    what beautiful cards- don't know which I like best but the bows are simply stunning- thanks for sharing and the colour charts are going to be so useful thanks to all involved and thanks for the chance to win some of these sumptuous ribbons.

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  32. RobynAugust 20, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    Very pretty cards and of course the ribbon is fabulous!

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  33. Anita BraddockAugust 20, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Love Love the color chart. love your Card the background is perfect. love love the Ribbon its so Beautiful. the added Button is super. thanks for sharing and for the chance to win

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  34. TinaAugust 20, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Great color charts, Michelle! Love your cards with their design and colors.


    Tina
    aurathentic@gmail.com

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  35. mommaladystamperAugust 20, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Very pretty note cards. These look like they would be a quick and easy gift for someone. Alice Roushia

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  36. Linda CarlsonAugust 20, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Thank you, thank you, thank you for the color chart!!! Nicely done card, too!:D

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  37. LanaAugust 20, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    The color chart is great thanks! I love your color combinations great inspiration!

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  38. PatiAugust 20, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    WhooooHoooo! Thanks so much for making that silk ribbon color match chart!! Tho I don't have many of the SU inks, I can totally get the idea of the shade of the ribbon. This is so helpful & inspiring. Thanks for the encouragement to use the big ribbon on small cards. I have some and it just seems sooo big that I haven't used it yet. And the small ribbon is so small, I wish there was a size in between. Hmmm, now I know what colors I want on my next order! Love the sampler packs. :)

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  39. RavengirlAugust 20, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    Love the chart! It's wonderful and those are darling cards too!

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  40. Bobbi-spapertrail.blogspot.comAugust 20, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Beautiful cards... gorgeous ribbon! Thanks for the chance to win! And that color chart is AWESOME! Thanks!

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  41. Lori AragonAugust 20, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    Michelle, your work is very much appreciated! Great job on the chart. The ribbon on your card gives it that WOW factor! Beautiful :D

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  42. RonaAugust 21, 2012 at 4:29 AM

    That is a great idea for the chart!! I LOVE silk ribbon and the packs are fabulous!! Your cards are so pretty - love the bows!

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  43. Isha GuptaAugust 21, 2012 at 4:38 AM

    I just ordered my first SU order with a few Inks and CS. Would love these Ribbons too. Thanks for a chance to win.
    Your cards are GORGEOUS!!TFS

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  44. Renee VAugust 21, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    Thank you for sharing the charts with us, that must have been a lot of work!!! Gorgeous cards!

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  45. UnknownAugust 21, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    Hi Michelle, sorry have not been around for a while, was in hospital and not doing well, but hopefully back for good, always love your cards, such talent!!
    Really love these charts, will keep close at hand, and second to my love of the silk ribbon, would love a chart of the seam binding, I love my bows made of that ribbon, wish I could have every color available of both!!! Some day maybe if I win the lottery!Anyway, thanks much for everything!!
    Big hugs
    Donna P.

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  46. RosemaryAugust 21, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    thanks for putting together the color chart... so helpful!! your cards are absolutely beautiful!!

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  47. christiAugust 21, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    gorgeous cards. i love how you embelish your bows.

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  48. marilynwillauerAugust 21, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    Awesome color charts, love them!!! Your 3 x 3 cards are the best, love that size! Hope you are still enjoying time with the family before school starts up!

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  49. Michelle WoernerAugust 21, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    posting for Christine R:
    Michelle,
    Thank you so much for your color chart. I've had my eye on the silk ribbon for some time but have been unsure about what colors to get. Now I can select those which coordinate with paper I have! Thanks again!

    Christine R
    Colorado

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  50. Disco QueenAugust 21, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    Hi Michelle, Thank you so much for sharing your amazing colour charts with us. These will be so useful when purchasing new card stock & ribbon. With love & admiration

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  51. Betty NevilleAugust 22, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    Beautiful cards! Your bows are gorgeous!

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  52. TrinaMAugust 22, 2012 at 2:17 PM

    Love the cards - the bows are such a fabulous touch to finish them off and make them outstanding.

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  53. Linda CarlsonAugust 23, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    Same colors, and ribbon - two totally unique looks! Thx

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  54. Emily LeiphartAugust 24, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    I love this, Michelle! Thank you for letting me know about a new ribbon company. I will definitely check them out. Hopefully their shipping to Canada is reasonable!

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  55. Stacy MorganAugust 27, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Both of these are gorgeous! Your chart is awesome, much better than the one I am working on. LOL Might have to make some modifications to mine now. hee hee

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  56. Traci S.August 29, 2012 at 3:12 PM

    WOW! You read my mind, Michelle! I was just thinking that is wide ribbon for a 3"x3" card! It is fabulously elegant! I truly like both cards, but since purple is my favorite color...I love that purple flower with the pearl. Although the second card would be great for thank you's especially for the holiday time...it looks like the tag is an ornament. I love this ribbon!

    Thanks for sharing!

    He IS Able!
    Traci S.

    You May Receive 1-5 Cards!
    Leave a comment:
    http://He-IS-Able.blogspot.com

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  57. Homemaker HoneyAugust 29, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    Beautiful pastel ribbons! Lovely cards.

    Deborah
    homemakerhoney @gmail .com

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  58. ChrisSeptember 13, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    I'm just catching up on my blog reading and saw your ribbon/paper swatches -- love this!

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