Today’s project is a loose version of a “SIP” card. “SIP” is an acronym for Stamps, Ink, and Paper.
When I first saw the Notes of Nature Bundle, my thought was to create a stamped collage design. Notes of Nature is the perfect stamp set to create a design like this. I kept the colors toned down and just started stamping. Some of the images are stamped off once to create depth. I added texture with the large Basic White die cut and the Wild Wheat Designer Series Paper layer background.
So, let’s make a card!
Pieces And Parts
I cut a Basic White cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″ and scored at 5 1/2″.
The Wild Wheat patterned paper card front layer is 4 1/4″ x 5 1/2″.
The Basic White cardstock top layer (the finished stamped layer) is 3 3/4″ x 4 3/4″.
I die cut the left edge of the Basic White top layer using the die from the Notes of Nature Dies.
I started stamping in the bottom right corner of the white layer using Wild Wheat ink and the large corner stamp. See below.
I stamped the leaf image next using Old Olive ink. See below.
With Wild Wheat ink, I stamped the grid image on the left side of the layer. See below.
Next came the ink splatter. I love ink splatter! I stamped this image on the right side of the grid image.
I stamped the ink splatter off once with Moody Mauve ink and stamped it to the left of my leaf image. See below.
I trimmed the layer to 3 3/4″ x 4 3/4″, making sure the stamped design would dominate the layer.
I die cut the left edge of the layer and stamped the sentiment.
So, find those great background image stamps, pick your favorite colors, and just have fun creating your own design. Add it to a card front, and send someone a smile.
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 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.
I hope you were able to spend some time in your craft space this weekend. It was a busy weekend for me. I did make time to complete some projects I started, and now I have to schedule some organizational time in my space.
My card is a Paper Pumpkin alternative card. I used some of the supplies from the January Lovely Lavender Paper Pumpkin Kit, and added a few Perennial Postage die cut layers, and a sentiment from the Perennial Postage Stamp Set.
Reasons I’m A Paper Pumpkin Subscriber
I enjoy receiving this little “surprise” in my mail box each month. I see exactly what you see before I receive the Kit… a few snippets of the project designs and colors.
When I open the Kit, I enjoy creating one or two of the projects as designed, but then I usually create other projects using the supplies in the Kit. The Kit is that versatile.
I put together the tag in the photo above according to the Kit instructions.
I decided to go my own way when I sat down to make the cards from the Kit instructions.
There’s always a new stamp set, a new ink color, and some form of adhesive or embellishment in the Kit. What I don’t use on the projects gets added to my supplies to be used on something else.
It’s a monthly “refresh” for me.
So, let’s make a card!
Parts & Pieces
I cut a Basic White cardstock card base 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, and scored it at 4 1/4″ on the long side.
The Crumb Cake polka dot layer is one of the cards in the Paper Pumpkin Kit. I cut it in half and cut a layer 4″ x 5 1/4″.
Each of the patterned paper layers is die cut from card fronts in the Kit. I used the Perennial Postage Dies.
I stamped the white die cut layer with a stamp from the Kit and Lost Lagoon ink.
The Lost Lagoon leaves and the lavender stem are die cuts from the Kit.
I stamped the sentiment with Gorgeous Grape ink, fussy cut it, glued it to a piece of Gorgeous Grape cardstock, then fussy cut it again.
I adhered all of the die cut elements to the card front with glue.
I attached the Linen Thread bow with a glue dot and adhered the sentiment layer on top of it with Dimensionals.
You can get all of the details for Paper Pumnpkin by clicking here or scrolling down the “Shop With Me” tab on the Menu Bar at the top of my blog.
February Paper Pumpkin Kit
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Sweet Springtime February Paper Pumpkin Kit – Celebrate Easter and Spring with adorable cards and treat boxes.
Subscription Deadline: February 10th
The Kit makes 9 projects – 3 each of 3 designs.
Projects include printed cards, coordinating envelopes, and gift boxes.
Also included are precut paper pieces, baker’s twine, and embellishments.
Coordinating colors: Petal Pink, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple Green, Berry Burst, Crumb Cake, and an Early Espresso Stampin’ Spot.
So, get yourself a Paper Pumpkin Kit, follow the instructions, make a few cards, then let your creativity take over and make projects that are yours, alone. You’ll have everything you need to do it.
Let’s take a look at the Thoughtful Moments Hybrid Embossing Folder. It’s on page 18 in the Mini Catalog, and features “brayering” with ink.
A Brayer is a tool that works like a paint roller. By rolling the Brayer across your ink pad, you transfer the ink to the brayer and can transfer that ink to either paper, an embossing folder, or a stamp. Using a brayer with the Hubrid Embossing Folder allows you to transfer the ink directly to the folder. Once the ink is on the folder, you can transfer that ink to cardstock, and ink, cut and emboss the images at the same time. It’s a fun process. Take a look at the photos below.
Here’s The How To
Add your ink to the left side of your open embossing folder (the side with the Stampin’ Up! Logo).
If you don’t have a brayer, use your ink pad (gently), or a Stampin’ Spot.
Place the die over the inked side of the embossing folder. Be sure it snaps into place.
Add your paper and run the folder through your cutting machine as you normally would any thicker or 3-D Folder.
The Embossing Folder and die clean up easily with water. I used a drop of dish detergent on mine.
Dry the folder and die with a lint free cloth.
Below are the results.
You can also shade the sentiments with Blends. This takes a little longer, but you have more control over the color you add. I used two of the sentiments in my featured cards. I’m sure I’ll use the rest on future projects.
I created a simple layered card for both sentiments and gave the sentiments a little lift by attaching them to the card fronts with Dimensionals.
So, ink up an emboodding folder, have fun with the results, cut some layers, give your sentiment a lift, and say “hello” and “thank you” to some special friends.
During the month of Januaryr, with a minimum product purchse of $50.00 from my Online Store, you will receive all of the supplies to create these two cards as I’ve designed them, along with a PDF Tutorial and video tutorial to make the cards along with me.
You will need your favorite adhesive and sentiment stamp.
To receive this FREE Card Kit, you must use the Host Code above when placing your order.
If your order is $150.00 or more, please don’t use the Host Code. You will receive Stampin’ Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!, and you will also receive the FREE Card Kit from me.
I hope you’re enjoying some crafty time this weekend. Here’s another Product Premier Post for your inspiration.
Did you know that the images on the top layers of these cards are cocoa beans? I actually looked up a picture of a cocoa bean and was amazed at the accuracy of Stampin’ Up!’s concept designers’ drawings. The Product Suite I’m showcasing today is called (and appropriately named), Nature’s Sweetness! It’s on pages 40-43 in the new January-April 2024 Mini Catalog.
I’m featuring the Notes of Nature Bundle, and the star of my cards is the Nature’s Sweetness Specialty Designer Series Paper. This Bundle and patterned paper pack was on top of my Wish List.
You can click on the thumbnail images at the end of this post for the product details.
Card Parts & Pieces
I cut a Pecan Pie cardstock card base 4 1/4″ x 11″ and scored it at 5 1/2″.
The Pretty Peeacock cardstock layer is 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″.
The cocoa bean patterned paper layer is 4″ x 5 1/4″. You can click on the blue botton below to download the PDF Tutorial for tips on how to cut the patterned paper layers.
I stamped the sentiment onto a die cut Deckled Circle.
The element cluster under the circle combines three strps of the Faux Leather Trim (part of the Nature’s Sweetness Product Suite), and a Pretty Peacock die cut leaf sprig.
I die cut the Pretty Peacock element using one of the dies in the Notes of Nature Bundle.
The Pecan Pie ink splatter on the patterned paper layer was my inspiration to add some Pretty Peacock ink splatter.
When I decided to add another color to the patterned paper layer, I referred to my Color Coach and chose Pretty Peacock.
These cards were quick and easy. There are two sheets of the cocoa bean drawings in the Nature’s Sweetness Specialty Designer Series Paper. By strategically cutting the patterned paper, you will have 12 card layers. You can coordinate the cocoa bean drawings with cardstock layers, or cut them to create a 3 1/2″ x 5″ note card set. Wouldn’t this be a beautiful gift?
The layer cutting measurements are in the PDF Tutorial below. Click the blue buttonto download a copy.
So, cut a few cocoa bean drawings, add a cardstock layer and a “leather” element cluster, splatter some ink, and celebrate the sweetness of nature!
Now that you’ve seen the amazing new products in the Mini Catalog, take a look at the Sale-A-Bration Brochure and get even more crafty inspiration. All of the products in the Sale-A-Bration Brochure are free with a qualifying product purchase.
During the month of Januaryr, with a minimum product purchse of $50.00 from my Online Store, you will receive all of the supplies to create these two cards as I’ve designed them, along with a PDF Tutorial and video tutorial to make the cards along with me.
You will need your favorite adhesive and sentiment stamp.
To receive this FREE Card Kit, you must use the Host Code above when placing your order.
If your order is $150.00 or more, please don’t use the Host Code. You will receive Stampin’ Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up!, and you will also receive the FREE Card Kit from me.
I wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas holiday celebrtion.
I’m looking forward to hosting family on Christmas. We enjoy a festive dinner, and I plan “game” time that provides a little competition and lots of laughs. I always look forward to this Holiday Season and am truly grateful for the many blessings I enjoy.
I want to take this opportunity to send my heartfelt thank you to my customers, all who check in on my Blog, watch my videos, and download my tutorials. The purpose of my Blog has always been to inspire and share. I hope with each blog post, video, or tutorial I plan, you get inspired to express your unique creativity.
Next week, I’ll be posting more inspiration using some of the upcoming new products.
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