This month, the theme is “Love Is In The Air.” We hope you will be inspired by the creations the Pals are sharing with you! You will find the lineup at the end of my post to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.
Happy Valentine’s Day, and without a douvt, love is in the air.
I thought it would be fun to use the Bright Skies Bundle to sprinkle some love. It’s snowing here in New Jersey as I’m writing this post, and it’s beautiful to watch. What comes to mind is this is a part of nature’s love that gives us the pretty flowers and blooming trees in the Spring!
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
As you can see, my die cutting machine was movin’ and shakin’. The die cutting was quick. I lined up the dies using small scraps of cardstock. Most were done in one sweep.
I cut the Coastal Cabana cardstock card base 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, and scored it at 4 1/4″ on the long side.
The Basic White die cut large cloud is my first “layer”. I attached it to the center of the card front.
The patterned paper die cut cloud was next, followed by the Daffodil Delight sun.
I stamped the sentiment with Berry Burst ink onto a small die cut white cloud, and attached it with Dimensionals.
The Berry Burst stamped and die cut heart (from the Hooray For Surprises Bundle) is also attached with Dimensionals.
The little flowers, rain drops, and hearts are all attached with liquid glue.
I used a few Rhinestone Basic Jewels for a little sparkle.
I stamped the inside of the card with a sentiment from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set, and added a patterned paper strip to the writing layer, along with a die cut flower.
So, die cut a few clouds, a bright sun, a few raindrops and hearts, add a little sparkle, and sprinkle love to someone special.
… the only limitation is your imagination!
More inspiration awaits, so use the lineup below to visit the rest of the Design Team. Then, please mark your calendars for our blog hop next month. Our theme will be “It’s All About The Kids.”
The February cards are showcasing the Everyday Details Dies along with the Delightfuly Eclectic Designer Series Paper.
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 owm.
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 the kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store. When completing your purchase, you MUST use the Monthly Host Code that I provide in every blog post. (Feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have).
If your order is more than $150.00, plese don’t use the Host Code. You will receive rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!, and you will also receive the mini kit from me.
I think it’s time for a CAS card! CAS is an acronym for Clean And Simple. This means the design has lots of white space, few layers, and little or no embellishments.
I usually focus on patterned paper and color, so I forget about creating a CAS design. The dies in the Everyday Details Bundle are perfect for simple texture. Background texture works well in a CAS design. Embossing folders also create beautiful background texture.
I channeled my inner artist :), and used Watercolor Pencils and Stampin’ Blends to add color to my robin’s nest. I colored the eggs with a Light Balmy Blue Blend, and then used the Color Lifter to get creative and remove some of the color.
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
I cut a Thick Basic White cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″ and scored it at 5 1/2″.
The Basic White cardstock card layer is 4″ x 5 1/4″.
I used the long die from the Everyday Details Dies to die cut a “textured” side panel on the layer.
I stamped the bird’s nst with Crumb Cake ink and used Watercolor Pencils to add a little color to it.
The robin’s eggs are shaded with my Light Balmy Blue Stampin’ Blend, and I used the Color Lifter to add a little interest.
The bird’s nest is die cut with the largest circle die in the Die Set.
I stamped the sentiment with Crumb Cake ink and die cut it, as well.
A few Iridescent Pasterl Gems add a little sparkle.
So, cut your white cardstock, add some texture on the side, stamp a peaceful image, and create a Clean and Simple card design.
The February cards are showcasing the Everyday Details Dies along with the Delightfuly Eclectic Designer Series Paper.
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 stamps you already owm.
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 the kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 through my online store. When completing your purchase, you MUST use the Monthly Host Code that I provide in every blog post. (Feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have).
If your order is more than $150.00, plese don’t use the Host Code. You will receive rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!, and you will also receive the mini kit from me.
Hello stampers! I’m back in my craft room planning a few Sneak Peek posts. The new January – April Mini Catalog and Sale-A-Bration Brochure will launch on Thursday, January 4th. There are new and on trend Bundles, stamp sets, nesting dies, and a surprise or two waiting to be explored. Along with the “Mini”, the Sale-A-Bration Brochure is filled with new and, as always, amazing Designer Series Paper, a couple of new stamp sets, and more. The Brochure products are free with a qualifying purchase.
Focus On The Paper
I thought this simple card layout would be perfect to showcase a few of the patterns from the new Sunny Days Designer Series Paper. It’s free with a $50 proeduct purchase. The color combination is a perfect mix of bright and subtle.
I paired the patterned paper with the Horray For Surprises Bundle. This is one of those Bundles that you will use time and again. You can celebrate a birthday, say hello, and send love or congratulations. There’s a very cool surprise in the die set. You can create a “pull up” tab to reveal a surprise image or sentiment. It’s a fun Bundle with lots of possibilities.
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
I used the Thick Basic White cardstock for the card base. It’s 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ , scored at 4 1/4″ on the long side.
The Petal Pink patterned paper layer covers the card front. It’s 5 1/2″ x 4 1/4″.
There are two Pool Party cardstock card layers. One is a 3 1/8″ square, and the other is 2 1/8″ x 3 5/8″.
The floral patterned paper layer is a 3″ square, and the diagonal striped patterned paper layer is 2″ x 3 1/2″.
The die cut elements are from the dies in the Horray For Surprises Dies.
I stamped the sentiment with Poppy Parade ink and fussy cut it. The sentiment font is clean and simple.
I stmaped the inside of the card with another sentiment from the stamp set, and added a small stamped image to finish it off.
My last customer catalog mailing is on its way. The Horray For Surprises Bundle in on page 13. If you’ve received your catalog, take a look and imagine what you can create with it.
Stay tuned for more Sneak Peeks in the upcoming week.
So, cut up some “hppy and bright” Designer Series Paper, add some layers, a few die cut elements, and create a card full of smiles and love.
Today’s card showcases the Garden Walk Suite Collection. It’s in the new Mini Catalog on page 52. It was the Garden Walk Designer Series Paper that caught my attention. I love it! It’s full of modern floral designs in beautiful color combinations. You can use the patterns as backgrounds, as I did here, or try a little fussy cutting and create pretty floral clusters. On the reverse side of each floral pattern are simple stripes and dots.
Garden Walk Suite CollectionGarden Walk Designer Series Paper
Today’s Card Parts & Pieces
I starrted with a Mossy Meadow cardstock card base cut at 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, and scored at 4 1/4″.
The Wild Wheat striped layer is 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″.
The center Mossy Meadow mat layer is 3 1/8″ x 4 3/8″.
I cut the floral patterned paper layer is 3″ x 4 1/4″.
For the focal point Wild Wheat grounding layer, I used the Modern Oval Punch. It’s part of the Modern Garden Bundle.
The Calupso Coral and Mossy Meadow cardstock die cuts are cut with dies from the Timeless Arrangements Dies.
I used Very Vanilla cardstock as a sentiment layer. It’s stamped with Calypso Coral ink and cut with a die from the Something Fancy Dies.
I used about 10″ of the Calypso Coral 3/16″ Braided Linen Trim (also part of the Suite) to create a large bow that is adhered behind the focal point layer.
The card is finished off with a few Very Vanilla Classic Matte Dots.
There’s a 4″ x 5 1/4″ Very Vanilla cardstock layer attached to the inside of the card. I used one of the sentiments from the Modern Garden Stamp Set.
So, take a look at the beautiful Designer Series Paper in this Suite. You can create many beautiful projects and have fun coordinating the colors featured. The Braided Trim is beautiful, and who can resist a Modern Oval Punch?
You’ll want to check in on the new Designer Series Paper available as new Online Exclusives. You can see the details in the Online Exclusives here.
September Free Card Kit
My September Mini Card Kit features the One Horse Open Sleigh Designer Series Paper. You will receive the Kit with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 from my online store using the Host Code XWWPUMY7. Each Mini Kit includes:
The cut cardstock and patterned paper to complete both cards.
Sentiment layers so you can customize each design using sentiments you already have.
Embellishments and Dimensionals to complete the cards as I’ve designed them.
Envelopes.
A printed PDF Tutorial with photos and measurements.
A video link to make the cards along with me.
To receive your Kit, use the Host Code below when prompted during the ordering process.
These colors make me smile. My second Sneak Peek features the Bright & Beautiful Suite Collection. If you don’t have a very versatile “celebrations” bundle, think about adding the Beautiful Balloons Bundle and the Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper to your new “Wish List”. Creating with balloons is always fun.
Today’s Card Parts & Pieces
Berry Burst is back and it was my first card base cardstock choice. I cut the card base 5 1/2″ X 8 1/2″ and scored it at 4 1/4″ on the 8 1/2″ side. This card is a “side fold” A-2.
The Basic White mat layer is 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″.
The amazing striped Designer Series Paper, from the Bright & Beautiful 6″ x 6″ pack, is 4″ x 5 1/4″.
The balloons and stars are die cuts using the Beautiful Balloons Dies.
The “YAY You” sentiment and the inside sentiment are from the Beautiful Balloons stamp set.
I cut a 4″ x 5 1/4″ Basic White cardstock layer for the inside of the card, and stamped the sentiment with Misty Moonlight ink.
Using all of the products from the Suite made it so quick and easy to put this card together.
So, mark your calendars for May 2nd, make your Wish List and have fun deciding on the new colors and products you’ll want to add to your papercrafting collection.
… the only liitation is your imagination!
April Mini Card Kit Details
April Mini Card Kit
From April 1st through April 30th, with a minimum product purchase of $50.00 (before shipping and tax), you will receive a FREE Mini Card Kit along with a Video Tutorial link and Project Sheet so you can assemble the cards with me. The card bases, layers and elements are all included. You add your sentiment, and supply your favorite adhesive. This Mini Card Kit uses the Build A Butterfly dies and features the current 2022-2024 In Colors – Orchid Oasis, Starry Sky, and Parakeet Party. These cards are quick and easy to put together. I look foreard to creating them with you!
April Host Code VMJ69E2Z
If your order is under $150.00, please use the Host Code above when prompted. You will receive Rewards from me (for oreders $50.00 or more before shipping and tax), along with the Mini Card Kit featured this month. If your order is over $150.00 (before shipping and tax), please do not use the Host Code. You will receive Stampin’ Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!. You will also receive Creative Coins and the FREE Mini Card Kit from me. You can get all of my Customer Rewards Program details by clicking here.
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