Once again, I needed inspiration to create a post for my “Weekend Inspiration”. I dedcided to go through my Blog Gallery and found a card that inspired today’s card. You can see my inspiration card here.
Now that I had my design, I hadto decide how to use it. I went through my patterned paper and opted to go with the Full Of Life Designer Series Paper. Next was the pattern. If you’ve seen this Paper Pack, there are beautiful watercolor washed designs in all colorss. In past posts, I’ve showcased the color block patterns, but haven’t done anything with the watercolor patterns. As you can see, I went with one of the “full of color” watercolor patterns. I strategically cut ssquares from another sheet of the same paper emphasizing three of the colors. I enjoyed putting this quick and easy design together.
So you can create your own version of this card design, I made a new sketch you can follow. Have fun with it! All of the cutting dimensions are below.
Pieces And Parts
I cut a Basic Black cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″ and scored it at 5 1/2″.
The patterned paper card front layer is 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″.
Each of the Basic Black square mat layers is 1 3/8″.
Each of the paterned paper squares is 1 1/4″.
I used one of the sentiments from the Wonderful Thoughts Stamp Set. I was able to use the coordinating die to die cut the sentiment. Wanting to have the Basic Black mat layer on the sentiment, I used glue to attach the die cut sentiment to a piece of Basic Black cardstock and fussy cut it.
The three squares and the sentiment are attached with glue.
The inside writing layer is stamped with the large “Celebrate” stamp from the new Iconic Imagery Stamp Set.
Once you decide on which patterned paper, colors, and stamped or die cut elements to use, you can create this card in just a few minutes.
Do you have a stamp or die set with smaller images? Stamp, cut, and add your favorite patterned paper. It’ll be fun to see what you design. Most of all, have fun.
You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them except for your glue or tape runner. You will receive Dimensionals, if used.
The kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Everyday Details Bundle.
You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together along with me.
You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
This card kit will be available through July 31st, 2024.
As always, please reach out to me with any quesitons.
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My featured card is a monochromatic card celebrating the return of Pretty In Pink! One of the new 2024-2026 In Colors, it truly is “pretty”. In my opinion, it’s a true pink, and it’s a good addition to Stampin’ Up!’s Pink Color Family.
A Few Sneak Peeks
Along with showcasing the color, I’m also featuring a Sneak Peek at the new In Colors 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper Pack. I always make a point of getting these since they give me lots of versatility when I’m designing a card. In the paper pack there are 40 sheets of 6″ x 6″ patterned paper, 8 sheets of each of the 5 In Colors. Each color has four double sided designs. A sample of the patterns is below.
My next feawtured Sneak Peek is the Eyelet Embossing Folder. It’s so pretty. Because of it’s subtle taxture, you can use it in so many ways. I used it on the top cardstock layer of my card. The texture it gives adds interest to the monochromatic design.
I thought the large sentiment would be another way to give this simple design a little pop. It’s from the Adoring Hearts stamp set. By the way, the Bundle is available now. Both the Stamp Set and the Hybrid Embossing Folder/Dies will be in the new catalog, but the discounted Bundle pricing will not apply. This is one investment I’m glad I made.
I die cut the leaf element from one of the dies included in the Flowers of Beauty Bundle. It’ll be available for purchase on May 1st.
You can download a copy of the updated Color Coach here. It includes the new In Colors, along with Basic Beige, a new addition to our Color Family. The Color Coach is a handy tool to have. It gives coordinating color inspiration for each of the Stampin’ Up! colors. The colors are listed in rainbow order.
So, cut and emboss a Pretty In Pink cardstock layer, stamp a Pretty In Pink sentiment, attach some Pretty In Pink Patterned Paper layers and create something to celebrate.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
Product Details
April Customer Mini Card Kit
You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them.
The kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Bright Skies Bundle.
You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together along with me.
You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
This card kit will be available through April 30th.
It’s April, and time to introduce my April Monthly Customer Card Kit, “Beautiful Balloons”.
The Beautiful Balloons Bundle is on the Last Chance List that will be available to customers on April 9th. I thought I would give the Beautiful Balloons Dies another spin through my cutting machine and use them to create this month’s Kit.
Both cards are designed using the Book Binding Fun Fold. I used the same measurements to create one card vertically, and the other horizontally. As always, these are quick, easy designs you can create with paper and elements you already have on hand.
These are two very differend cards using the same Bundle, Designer Series Paper, and design.
About The Kit
You will receive everything you need to put the cards together as I’ve designed them.
The kit will include the card bases, layers, die cuts, embellishments, sentiment layers, and envelopes.
I cannot send stamped images, but you will have a sentiment layer you can customize to a stamp you already own, or you can purchase the Bright Skies Bundle. I used the sentiments from that Bundle.
You will also receive a printed PDF Tutorial, along with a video link so you can put the cards together along with me.
You will automatically receive this kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store.
This card kit will be available through April 30th.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. Remember …
Here’s some simple weekend inspiration for you. I’ve been wanting to use this sunflower stamped image from the Cutest Cows stamp set for a while, and today’s the day. The cows are adorable, but it was this image that convinced me to get the stamp set. There’s always one, right? Sunflowers are “happy” flowers!
By the way, although the Cutest Cows Bundle is on the current Last Chance List, these products are not leaving us. They’re in the upcoming 2024-2025 Annual Catalog, but you won’t be able to purchase them at the Bundle price (a 10% savings). The Cutest Cows Stamp Set and the Cutest Cows Builder Punch will be priced separately with two separate order numbers.
So, if The Cutest Cows Bundle is on your radar, try to get it now. I will be posting ful lists and explanations of the product changes over the next week. Stay tuned.
So, let’s make a card!
Paets & Pieces
I cut a Melon Mambo cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″, and scored it on the long side at 5 1/2″.
The Basic White cardstock mat later is 4′ x 5 1/4″.
The hearts patterned paper layer is 3 3/4″ x 5″.
I stamped the sunflower image onto Basic White cardstock and added color with Melon Mambo and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends. (I’m not the best with coloring, but the Blends made it so easy).
I die cut the stamped image with one of the Deckled Circle Dies. It measures 2 1/8″ in diameter.
The Melon Mambo circle is punched with the 2 3/8″ Circle Punch.
I cut a Basic White inside writing layer 3 3/4″ x 5″, stamped it with images from the Curest Cows Stamp Set, and added a patterned paper strip to the bottom.
This card design is another one of those that you can easily duplicate with supplies you already have. Think about getting the Cutest Cows Bundle. There’s a lot you’ll be able to do with it. The images are adorable (great for kids cards) and the sentiment font is fun.
So, cut a few layers, punch a circle, stamp a “happy” image and create a card to congratulate a friend.
You are incredible, and thank you for checking in today!
I designed this card using the Happy Little Things Bundle. It’s new and is part of the new release for the Online Exclusives. You can click here to take a look at all of the Online Exclusives. Just as an aside, the Online Exclusives are Stampin’ Up! products released for online ordering only. They don’t retire. There was a large release recently, so there’s lots of new and fun products there.
Do you love large sentiments? I do. There are so many ways you can use them. One way is to grab your scrap stash and design your own creative masterpiece. That’s what I did for today’s project. I customized my sentiment with the help of the Happy Little Things stamp set.
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
The Basic White cardstock card base is 4 1/4″ x 11″, and scored at 5 1/2″.
I attached a Basic Black cardstock layer that measures 3 3/4″ x 5″.
I used the Brights 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper to die cut the layers, and cut a Basic Black cardstock mat layer for them.
The Granny Apple Green and Daffodil Delight patterned paper layers are 1 1/4″ x 2″. The Basic Black mat layers for these measures 1 1/2″ x 2 1/4″.
The Real Red square patterned paper layer is about 1 7/8″, and the Basic Black mat square is 2″.
I stamped the large “YOU” sentiment with Daffodil Delight ink onto a 1 1/2″ x 2 1/2″ die cut layer.
I stamped the outline “YOU” stamp using Black Memento ink.
The “are incredible” stamp is from the Happy Little Things stamp set. I covered the word “you”, inked the rest of the sentiment, removed the low tack tape cover, and stamped the “are incredible” image onto a 3/4″ x 1 3/4″ strip of Basic White cardstock.
All of the layers are attached to the card front with Dimensionals.
This was a quick and easy card to put toether. There’s one little hint I should mention… I used my stamp positioning tool to stamp the outline image over the Daffodil Delight “YOU”. Because these stamps are photopolymer, it probably would have been easy to use a clear block, but I chose the stamp positioning tool. I was happy with the result.
So, get that great large sentiment stamp set, cut some bright patterned paper layers, scatter them on a card front, and create a fun card to let someone know how incredible they are.
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