First foray into cards

I made this card for Vicky's piano teacher who is resigning.

the techniques and inspiration came after I attended a class at JDA.

I learnt background stamping (green) and white-on-white stamping, with masking. 

I liked what I learnt and would want to do more stamping soon!

I realized that mixed mediums is much more fun than die-cuts. although they are not complimentary. it's still essential to have a few paper punchers etc. Die-cut machines will be able to give your product the neat professional look. but I'm still wondering if it's worth the cost & the space!