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Today's featured card was a make & take at our Too Cool Demo Team meeting, courtesy of Carmen DeBruce.
Inspired by by Deb Snyder.
It features the gorgeous new black and Very Vanilla patterns from Modern Medley Designer Series Paper.
Oh how I love these Modern Medley papersI So classic and elegant!
We stamped the 3-3/4" x 5" Very Vanilla card front with the flourish from Creative Elements. We used Basic Black and stamped off once to make it lighter. You could also use the new Smoky Slate for a lighter pattern.
Then we stamped a Basic Black sentiment from the new Simply Sketched Hostess set—another beautiful set! Have you noticed that there are SO many awesome Hostess stamp sets this year! This one is only $10, but it's only available when you host. Contact me today to schedule your workshop, private class or online catalog party!
I love the three Elegant Butterfliy punch-outs from this paper. Carmen had us curl the wings under with a Bone Folder, then bend the bodies in the center before popping up with a Dimensional. I really like the softer look of curving the wings under much better than my typical way of bending them straight up.
Contoured Panel—Notice how the top and bottom of the column kind of curves to the contours of the butterflies? The curves are created with the top of the Elegant Butterfly Punch.
I think the easiest way to do this would be to cut a 1-1/2" wide strip that was about 3-1/2" long. I would punch the top of the butterfly out of both ends, then cut the strip in half. After positioning the three butterflies on the stamped layer, adhere the contoured pieces to the top and bottom of the column, trimming flush with the edge.
I'm having so much fun playing with my new stamp sets and all the fabulous new colors! I'm especially loving all of the stamps with coordinating punches (and the 15% off savings when you bundle 'em!).
Today's two cool cards feature the fun new Six-Sided Sampler set!
The set includes 8 patterned hexagon shapes, plus 3 tiny sentiments that fit nicely inside. Mix and match! Use one or all 8 styles to make fun honeycomb patterns! So many possibilities! Wouldn't it look great as a scrapbook page background?!
I started with a card base of Smoky Slate, then added a 2" x 5-1/2" layer from the Gingham Garden Designer Series Paper.
A Large Scallop Edgelit border in Whisper White gives the card some balance and contrasts the sharp edges of the hexagons.
TIP: The new Magnetic Platform is a MUST for Edgelits! Those little babies have the hardest time staying in place, but the Magnetic Platform eliminates the problem completely!
And, I LOVE the new color of 3/8" Taffeta Ribbon—Pear Pizzazz!
Of course the hexagons are the star of these cards! I stamped each pattern in a different color: Bermuda Bay, Smoky Slate, Wisteria Wonder and Pear Pizzazz.
Each image was punched with the coordinating Hexagon Punch and a few of the shapes were popped up with Dimensionals. Rhinestone Jewels add a nice bling-factor.
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Here's my second card using the same basic elements.
This time I used the Finishing Touches Edgelits for the pinking edge and a different phrase.
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
"Last Thursdays" Rescheduled To Last Wednesday For June
I'm thinking that this card needs to be part of my "Last Thursdays"
Class, which by the way, I had to reschedule to Wednesday, June 26,
because Thursday is my dad's birthday. Mark your calendars!
First, just a quick reminder that the 25% off My Digital Studio content & printing promotion ends on June 15. If you're a digital designer, or are just starting to play with your MDS 30-Day Trial, don't miss this chance to save on digital kits and dozens of print options. See what's on sale during the 25% off My Digital Studio Promo.
Wow Techniques Class Tomorrow—Last Chance To Sign Up!
We had our Too Cool Demo Team meeting last Monday and Kathe Madsen brought an awesome make & take for us to do. I liked it so much, and it's so simple, that I've decided to add the project to my Wow Technique Class tomorrow night at 6:30pm, at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in SW Fort Wayne.
You still have until 5pm today to register to attend.
Find out more about how you can attend the Wow Techniques Class for FREE each month when you join my Too Cool Stamp Club.
Here are three of the four projects we'll be creating:
This is the fourth card we're creating for the class, courtesy of Kathe's creativity! Kathe was inspired by a card created by Michelle Zindorf from Freedom In Creating.
The card base is the beautiful Coastal Cabana. We stamped the "chicken wire" image twice across the front in Old Olive—it overlaps under the watercolored element.
The sentiment is from Sweet Essentials—currently on sale for 25% off along with two other sentiment stamps during the Grab Your Greetings promo thru June 30. It's stamped in Always Artichoke.
We used a watercolor wash technique on a 2-1/4 x 3-1/2" piece of Watercolor Paper to create the two-tone background.
Ink a clean clear-mount block with Coastal Cabana Ink, then spritz it several times with water.
Apply the ink to a piece of watercolor paper, starting at the top left corner and working toward the center.
Repeat the same process with Old Olive ink, applying it from the lower right corner toward the center.
TIPS: Repeat the process to add more color if you still have some uncolored spots. Lightly spritzing the watercolor paper will help the colors blend together nicely.
I used the rougher side of the watercolor paper for more textured look. Once the background wash was dry, we stamped the flower in Old Olive and the two-step flower tops in Calypso Coral.
The bold leaves were stamped in a darker Always Artichoke ink. Then we matted the stamped layer on a 2-1/2" x 3-3/4" piece of Crisp Cantaloupe.
I have another fun card from my Wow Techniques Class to show you today! We're focusing on lots of new products at the class coming up this Friday, at 6:30pm, at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in SW Fort Wayne.
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We created this card at my Too Cool Demo Team meeting on Monday night and it was a big hit! Everyone enjoyed trying out the fun new Washi Tape, and many tried the Magnetic Platform for the first time!
The Gingham Garden Washi Tapes give any project immediate color in a fun, new way! Here, I've just added one small strip of each design for a quick and colorful background.
The tape is like a thin masking tape, so it's easy to tear. Above the tape, you'll see two of the new Candy Dots in Melon Mambo. I love how they give the look of brads without having to pierce them through the card stock.
The focal point is created with the Chalk Talk stamp set and matching Chalk Talk Framelits. I stamped the larger image in Old Olive and the "happy big day" image in Island Indigo.
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Did you notice that the Chalk Talk Framelits come with three tiny little framelits that cut out three different styles of hanging holes? That means you can create quick tags with any Designer Paper or card stock you want!
Magnetic Plate & Chalk Talk Framelits—I'm LOVING the new Magnetic Plate that securely holds Framelits while you run them through the Big Shot. If you like to use Framelits...THIS PRODUCT IS A MUST!
TIP: When positioning the tiny hanging hole framelits, I discovered that the magnets inside the Magnet Plate will sometimes pull them out of position because of the magnetic force. I'm assuming that several magnets are embedded in the plate, so small dies like those can become more difficult to manuever around the magnets. You'll simply need to make sure you position that small die first, so you're not fighting the magnet later.
I overlapped the Washi Tape on the other card.
I kind of gives it a "woven" appearance.
And, check out those Candy Dots! This time I added them to the coordinating Candy Dot Brad Bases for a more finished look. Love them either way!
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Join Us At The Wow Techniques Class!
We'll be doing the second card at the Wow Techniques Class! Come and
try out lots of new products with this project and two more! Contact me by Thursday, June 13, at 5pm, to let me know you're joining us!
If you are in the Fort Wayne area, come and check out my monthly stamping class that builds on the basics! If you're a stamping enthusiast wanting to try out the latest and greatest stamping tools and techniques, this is the class for you! The class is only $15 or it's FREE with a minimum qualifying order* placed at the event. We meet on the 2nd Friday of the month, at 6:30pm in my Too Cool Stamping studio in SW Fort Wayne.
Beginners and seasoned stampers are invited to come any month with no commitment. Or sign up to be a Stamp Club member* and you'll get your Wow Techniques classes for FREE, plus earn at least $25 in Hostess Benefits!
I've featured lots of new products on these two cool cards!
I started by using several new markers to color the beautiful image on the Wildflower Meadow stamp: Pear Pizzazz, Crisp Cantaloupe, Strawberry Slush, Wisteria Wonder and Coastal Cabana.
TIP: When stamping with a larger stamp image like this, I recommend stamping on the Piercing Mat. The cushioned surface will ensure that you get a complete and crisp image every time. Simply lay a piece a scrap paper over the top to keep the surface clean.
A stamped the hummingbird a second time, cut him out, and popped him up with a Dimensional.
After layering my stamped piece onto a 4" x 5-1/4" piece of Pear Pizzazz, I wrapped a piece of Strawberry Slush Ruffled Stretch Trim around it, securing it on the back with SNAIL.
TIP: I tried laying down a line of Sticky Strip on the fron to the card to adhere the ribbon, but since the trim is stretchy, it's difficult to lay it down evenly. I had better luck keeping the ribbon loose on the front and adhering around the back.
The sentiment is from the Too Kind stamp set, stamped in Coastal Cabana and punched with the Decorative Label Punch.
I stepped up the second card by using the Wildflower Meadow Texture Impressions Folder that perfectly matches the stamp!
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Check out that awesome raised texture around each image! Love it!
Watercolor Marker Spritz—I also used my Stampin' Spritzer to mist my colored stamp before stamping onto the Whisper White card stock. This gives the images a soft and pretty, faux watercolor look.
I finished this card by adding some Dazzling Diamonds to the flower centers with a 2-Way Glue Pen. So sparkly!
The sentiment is also from Too Kind, this time punched with the Artisan Label punch.
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Join Us At The Wow Techniques Class!
We'll be doing the second card at the Wow Techniques Class! Come and try out lots of new products with this project and two more! Contact me by Thursday, June 13, at 5pm, to let me know you're joining us!
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Purchase a $99 Starter Kit or place a $350 order at my Online Storeand you can select $30 in additional merchandise from the current Annual Catalog and Spring Catalog. See complete details. Offer ends tonight at 11:50pm MT time.
Today, I'm sharing the 4th card from my "Last Thursdays" class happening tonight. These two cool cards feature images from the all-occasion, and soon-to-retire, Easy Events stamp set.
New To Stamping? I recommend this stamp set to anyone who is new to stamping and needs a versatile, beginner set that provides lots of bang for your buck. Simply add some card stock in your favorite colors and matching markers, and you've got all you need to make quick and cute cards!
I'm also using Certainly Celery and Bashful Blue for the last time. The gingham striped background is probably my favorite thing about this card.
Gingham Background: I inked up the Stripes Texture Impressions Folder with Bashful Blue Ink, placed a 3-3/4" square piece of Whisper White card stock inside, and ran it through the Big Shot. Then, I repeated the process turning the stripes the opposite way. The texture and colored stripes remind me of seersucker fabric.
TIP #1: Apply the ink with a soft rubber brayer, or simply slide the ink pad directly over the stripes on the folder to transfer the ink.
TIP #2: I used "no tabs" on my Multipurpose Platform for best results. The stripes are less likely to get flattened or creased with a little less pressure going through the Big Shot.
The Easy Events image was stamped in StazOn Black, so I could watercolor it with Blender Pens and Classic Inks: Certainly Celery, Bashful Blue, So Saffron and Calypso Coral.
Scallop Trim Corners: I used the soon-to-retire Scallop Trim Corner Punch to create some intricate corner details on this card. I simply punched each corner out of scrap Whisper White, trimmed off the edges and adhere to the back of the 2" square stamped piece. It was nearly impossible to punch all the corners on one square piece and have it line up perfectly, so each corner is punched and adhered seperately.
I layered the focal point with Dimensionals onto a 2-1/2" square piece of Certainly Celery.
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I've been focusing on several of the Retiring Stamps & Retiring Accessories one last time before they are all gone on June 3, 2013. Today I'm featuring another card from my "Last Thursdays" class
coming up tomorrow, May 30. There's still time to join us!
RSVP For The "Last Thursdays" Class—Thursday,
May 30, 2013, at 6:30pm in my Too Cool Stamping Studio in SW Fort
Wayne, IN. We'll create 4 cards with envelopes for just $10, or it's
FREE with a qualifying order placed that night. RSVP by Wednesday, May 29 at 5pm if you'd like to join us.
I'm also offering a Class-To-Go Option AND, this month only, qualifying orders will receive an entry in the current Mystery Hostess Contest!
I was hesitant to do a Fall-themed card, but I couldn't resist using the gorgeous French Foliage set one last time. It also paired so well with the retiring Bravo Burgundy, River Rock, More Mustard and Riding Hood Red colors that are featured on this card.
The card base is Bravo Burgundy, and the background has a piece of 3" x 4" River Rock card stock texture embossed with the Houndstooth Folder.
The 5" x 2-1/4" Whisper White card stock is layered with stamp images that create a collage effect. I started with the script image randomly stamped three time in River Rock for a subtle patterned background.
The leaves are randomly colored directly on the rubber with markers: More Mustard, Riding Hood Red, and Bravo Burgundy. TIP: Add the colors from lightest to darkest, so you don't contaminate the lighter markers with dark inks.
The last layer was stamping the waterspots with Early Espresso to fill in the empty spaces.
After matting the stamped piece on a 5-1/4" x 2-1/2" piece of Early Espresso, I wrapped it with Early Espresso Baker's Twine.
The tag is made with the retiring Tiny Tags set, stamped in Early Espresso, then punched with the retiring Jewelry Tag Punch. It's adhered with a Mini Glue Dot under the twine bow. (So much easier than stringing it onto the twine!)
I used the retiring Lacy Brocade Folder to texture the second card background.
Gosh, I'm gonna miss this mini tag. It's so teeny and cute and the perfect size for adorning card elements. Sad, sad, sad...
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Today I'm featuring another fun card from my "Last Thursdays" class coming up on Thursday, May 30. I'm focusing on several of the Retiring Stamps & Retiring Accessories one last time before they are all gone on June 3, 2013. I'd love for you to join us!
RSVP For The "Last Thursdays" Class—Thursday,
May 30, 2013, at 6:30pm in my Too Cool Stamping Studio in SW Fort
Wayne, IN. We'll create 4 cards with envelopes for just $10, or it's
FREE with a qualifying order placed that night. RSVP by Wednesday, May 29 at 5pm if you'd like to join us.
I'm also offering a Class-To-Go Option AND, this month only, qualifying orders will receive an entry in the current Mystery Hostess Contest!
The Circle Circus stamp set is so much fun and so versatile for all kinds of occasions! I love the look of overlapped circle elements on cards. All the layers and colors remind me of gears and give the appearance of "movement" on the card. Cool!
I started with a Soft Suede card base in a traditional size, but decided to trim off 3/4" inch off the card front, so the final measurement was 7-3/4" x 5-1/2", scored at 3-1/2".
I layered a 3-1/4" x 5-1/2" piece of soon-to-retire Baja Breeze on the front to create a foundation for my Circle Circus border.
The Baja Breeze Seam Binding (also retiring), was twisted before wrapping around the entire card front and tying in a double-knot.
The circles are stamped in Baja Breeze, also retiring Not Quite Navy, Soft Suede and Old Olive inks and punched out with the corresponding circle or scallop circle punches. The punches make this card super-easy to design and assemble in a matter of minutes! Be sure to pop some of the circles up with Dimensionals for a beautifully layered look.
I added a Large Rhinestone Jewel and smaller Rhinestone Jewels to three of the circles.
Depending on which circle images you choose, and the colors you use, it's a fine set for masculine cards!
I felt like the edge needed a little pattern, so I stamped one of the
images in Soft Suede on the inside edge. Subtle, but just what it
needed!
Here's what it looks like on the inside.
I'll be sad to see the Curly Cute sentiment stamps go. They are in such a terrific font that works with anything from whimsical to elegant, and the long, large shapes fit nicely in skinny spots on cards. It's a fantastic basic greetings set for any stamp collection!
The horizontal version is just as fun with just a little more frilly!
I added a few more circles in varying sizes.
And, I fancied this card up a bit by texture embossing over the sentiment with
the Fancy Fan folder. I thought the design echoed some of the circle
patterns beautifully. What do you think?
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Well, the days are winding down and we'll soon be saying goodbye to the Retiring Stamps & Retiring Accessories. They'll all be gone after June 3, 2013, so don't wait any longer to order at my Online Store!
I'll be featuring some of my favorite retiring products one last time at my "Last Thursdays" class coming up May 30, 2013. Today's project is one of the cards we'll be creating!
RSVP For The "Last Thursdays" Class—Thursday, May 30, 2013, at 6:30pm in my Too Cool Stamping Studio in SW Fort Wayne, IN. We'll create 4 cards with envelopes for just $10, or it's FREE with a qualifying order placed that night. RSVP by Wednesday, May 29 at 5pm if you'd like to join us.
I'm also offering a Class-To-Go Option AND, this month only, qualifying orders will receive an entry in the current Mystery Hostess Contest!
It features several retiring items including the Just Believe stamp
set, the Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, and the Pretty In Pink
Scalloped Dots Ribbon. Plus, it's even done in two retiring colors:
Lucky Limeade and Regal Rose.
The Just Believe image is colored with Lucky Limeade and Regal Rose markers directly on the stamp, then stamped on a 2-1/4" x 4" piece of Whisper White and matted on a 2-1/2" x 4-1/4" piece of Lucky Limeade card stock.
I added Regal Rose card stock punched flowers created with two of the Itty Bitty Punch Pack shapes. TIP: Scrunch the flowers around the tip of your Bone Folder for easy crinkling. Flowers are adhered with Multipurpose Glue and accented with Pearl Jewels.
The Inked Impressions background is created by brayering Lucky Limeade Classic Ink directly onto the inside of the Vintage Wallpaper Folder, then using that to texture the Whisper White card front.
The card base is cut at 4-1/4" x 11" for a vertical fold, making it easier to tie on the Pretty In Pink Scallop Dots Ribbon.
Finally, the sentiment, also from the Just Believe set, is stamped in Regal Rose, punched with the Word Window Punch, and layered on a Lucky Limeade Modern Label punch-out.
My horizontal version leaves more room to showcase the Pretty In Pink ribbon, which, by the way, is 40% off right now! Only $4.77 while supplies last!
I changed up the flowers by coloring them with Regal Rose and Primrose Petals for a two-toned look. Then, I added some Dazzling Diamonds with a 2-Way Glue Pen for a little sparkle.
The sentiment is in opposite colors: stamped in Lucky Limeade and layered on Regal Rose card stock.
Way back in March, I created these two cool cards using a fun stamping technique called Kissing! I hadn't done any kissing in years <insert inappropriate kissing joke here>, but when I saw the Beyond Plaid stamp set in the Spring Catalog, I knew I had to give it another try.
Kissing is when you ink up two different stamps and "kiss" the rubber together to transfer the ink. It works best when you use a bold stamp and a pattern stamp. The bold, solid stamps from Secret Garden and the patterned stamps from Beyond Plaid make the perfect combination!
Little did I know when I designed these cards that so many of the colors would be retiring in the new Color Refresh. The card base is my favorite retiring color, Baja Breeze, and it also features Certainly Celery and Not Quite Navy.
For the background, I embossed a piece of 5-1/2" x 1-1/2" Certainly Celery with the Needlepoint Border Texture Impressions Folder, then layered it on a Whisper White decorative edge that was cut with the Finishing Touches Edgelits. A 5-1/2" x 1/2" strip of Daffodil Delight card stock was stamped with the Beyond Plaid chevron image in Pumpkin Pie.
I love all the layers of patterns and textures captured in this photo!
The focal point was created with a Whisper White Apothecary Accents die-cut. I stamped a Blooming With Kindness sentiment in Not Quite Navy onto the die-cut first, so I could decorate around it.
Kissed Leaves—I inked the Secret Garden leaves in Certainly Celery, then stamped-off onto scrap once. You don't always need to stamp off, but the two colors I was using were so close that it was difficult to distinguish the pattern otherwise. The houndstooth Beyond Plaid image was inked in Old Olive, then "kissed" onto the leaf stamp before stamping onto the die-cut.
Kissed Flowers—I inked the Secret Garden daisy shape in Baja Breeze, and the Beyond Plaid plaid image in Not Quite Navy before "kissing" those together and stamping onto scrap Whisper White. The yellow flower is Daffodil Delight with a Pumpkin Pie chevron image "kissed" to it. Both images were then die-cut with the matching Secret Garden Framelits.
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I even "kissed" the butterfly stamp from the retired Sale-A-Bration Bloomin' Marvelous set, and punched it out with the Bitty Butterfly Punch. You could easily substitute the Papillon Potpourri stamp set for a similar Bitty Butterfly shape. Gotta top it with a Rhinestone Jewel!
Another version in the vertical, but I definitely like it best as a horizontal.
Perfect For Kissing! Get It While You Can! If you like the look of the Kissing Technique with Beyond Plaid, be sure to pick up that stamp set before it's gone with the end of the Spring Catalog on May 31, 2013. Order Beyond Plaid now!
I'm so excited to be demonstrating at a special Big Brothers Big Sisters event later today. We'll have nearly 40 Bigs and Littles crafting cute Mother's Day projects and I can't wait!
My friend Debbie Groulik organized the event and has been involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters for many years, even being selected the National Big Sister of the Year in 2009. I found this heartwarming video featuring her and her first Little, Jocelyn....check it out!
This video totally makes me tear up every time I watch it! *sniff* She is such an inspiration to me and so many others! Thanks so much, Debbie!
At tonight's event, we'll be creating three different projects. I used mostly retiring products, so you'll have to substitute stamps and accessories if you want to duplicate them, but the ideas are too cute not to share!
The front and back covers are 7-1/4" x 4-3/4" and both are scored at 1" with the Simply Scored Tool to allow them to open easily.
I wheeled on the Very Vintage background in Soft Suede first for a patterned background. Then, I used the retired Best Blossom stamp set with several retired inks for a beautiful bouquet. It was kind of fun to use my Orchid Opulence, Buckaroo Blue and Mellow Moss colors again.
I added a 6" x 1-1/4" strip of Rich Razzleberry card stock, texture embossed with the Delicate Details Folder along the bottom of the cover.
The sentiment is from the retired All Year Cheer II, stamped in Buckaroo Blue on Whisper White and punched out with the 2-1/2" Circle Punch.
I thought the Littles would love playing with butterflies just as much as me, so I used the Elegant Butterfly Punch and Bitty Butterfly Punch to create some accents. The Designer Paper is from the retired Sycamore Street Sale-A-Bration pack and Patio Party.
My second version has more stamping on the left side of the cover.
If you haven't noticed, I absolute love the look of lined up butterflies! I couldn't resist trying it here with the retired Well-Scripted sentiment punched with the Decorative Label Punch.
The inside of the brag book is 5 Clear Envelopes adhered together and sandwiched between the covers. They are the perfect size for photos!
Once the layers were assembled, I finished off the book with a Not Quite Navy spine. It's 2" x 4-3/4" and scored at the 1" mark. I adhered it to the covers with SNAIL adhesive, then added some Bright Brads to secure it.
Petite Purse Nugget Holder
These are so fun and easy to make with the Petite Purse Die! I used some of my retired Designer paper, and adhered the sides and handle with Mulitpurpose Glue.
The purses are decorated with a flower-shaped button from Regals Buttons or Brights Buttons packs (retiring soon) for the "clasp."
I used the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch to add a decorative edge to two of the purses using the flip-side of the same paper. The houndstooth purse has an Itty Bitty Punch scrunched flower accent.
You can fit several Hershey's Nuggest inside for a yummy gift!
Comfort Café Butterfly M&M's Magnet
And, speaking of yummy, our third project is a take on the M&M's Butterfly Magnet I featured last month (shown above). Since it's past Easter, we'll be using regular colors of fun-sized M&Ms, so I tried to coordinate with the brown of the regular, yellow of the peanut and red of the peanut butter M&Ms. I think the retiring Comfort Café DSP worked perfectly (thanks for the idea, Michelle!).
If you're in the Fort Wayne, IN area, I'd love for you to join us at our Wow Techniques Class on Friday, May 10 at 6:30pm. Any level of stamper is welcome! Cost is $15, or the class is FREE with a minimum order placed at the event.*
Be A Fashion Designer! You'll have the chance to design your own dress with the Dress Up Framelits for a cool card, a matching Petite Purse Nugget Holder, and a fun Soda Pop Top necklace, too!
You're gonna love
this one! Give these awesome projects as Mother's Day gifts or treat yourself!
RSVP For The Wow Techniques Class By Thursday, May 9 at 5pm.
* Minimum order is $25 to receive the free class. Other class, workshop or club orders do not qualify.
Have you tried out the new Dress Up Framelits yet? You'll find that they are completely addictive because they'll bring out your inner child! I mean what little girl doesn't love playing paper dolls or fashion plates (remember those?)? They are too much fun!
For today's Sunday Showcase, I wanted to show a few fun dresses I designed with these awesome framelits. They make excellent embellishments for cards, scrapbooks, gift packages, party banners and much more!
Wow! Techniques Class, May 10—Today's showcase is also a sneak peek of projects that we'll be doing at our Wow Techniques Class coming up this Friday, May 10 at 6:30pm. The cost is $15 or it's FREE with a minimum order placed at the event. Class attendees will have a chance to design their own dresses to use on a Pop 'n Cuts card.
Fashion Show Outfit Components
All of the outfits were created with a combination of die-cuts from the Dress Up Framelits.
When I'm describing the outfits, I'll call the first dress die-cut on the left "A" and the one on the right "B."
I used patterned papers from the Print Poetry Designer Series Paper Stack. It offered a whole lot of pattern choices that coordinated with each other, and the papers were the perfect size, 4-1/2 x 6-1/2".
Then, the fun really began! I started die-cutting, trimming, mixing & matching, and adding coordinating card stock and embellishments. I "hung" all of my designs on a Crumb Cake dress form, so they are all ready to "wear" on my upcoming papercrafting projects!
Are you ready to take a look at my Too Cool Designer Line? Let's start the fashion show...
Polka Dot Flower Skirt—The top is a die-cut dress "A" from Raspberry Ripple card stock accented with Pearl Jewels. The polka dot skirt is from die-cut "B" and is cinched with a 1/8" Daffodil Delight Taffeta Ribbon belt. The flower embellishment on the skirt is made with the Boho Blossoms Punch.
Polka Dot Halter & Pleated Skirt—I used the leftover top from die-cut "B" with a Raspberry Ripple skirt from die-cut "B." I love the pleats! I used the Woodgrain Folder to make it look pleated and flowing! Cool!
Striped Sundress With Cream Cardigan—I used die-cut "A" to cut a dress from the striped patterned paper as well as from Very Vanilla card stock.
I cut the Vanilla dress in half and embossed both pieces with the Square Lattice Embossing Folder for a "woven" texture. How cute is the top cut in half to look like a sweater?! Those pearl buttons are darling! The bottom half is peeking out from the striped skirt like a ruffle.
The Pearl Jewels necklace is a nice touch and completes the ensemble.
Gumball Green Barmaid Ensemble—This one reminds me of a barmaid at a little German Pub, ready to serve a pint of ale! LOL! I combined both die-cuts and added pieces of Paper Doilies for an apron and a lace bustier. Details include a Gumball Green Stitched Satin Ribbon waist and cut slits on the top-skirt.
Midnight Muse Floral Sundress & Jacket—The floral prints from the Print Poetry Stack make lovely sundresses! I used a contrasting paisley pattern for the cropped jacket and matching trim. Both dress dies were used here.
Which one is your favorite?! I bet you can come up with even better designs!
You Just Can't Stop! Once you start designing these cute dresses, you won't be able to stop! Can you imagine how much fun you can have bringing in different colors of
card stock, papers, more embellishments...maybe even some Glimmer
Paper?! Ooohhhh! The possibilities!
Little Girls Love It! What a fun idea for playtime with your daughters, grand-daughters or nieces! They'll have hours of creative fun designing their own dress line and presenting a fashion show!
Come & Play! Try out the dressmaking fun at my Wow Techniques Class next Friday! Just let me know you'd like to come by Thursday at 5pm.
Stampin' Up! has just released two new, all-clear stamp sets to their premiere Photopolymer Stamps line. Now you can see through the stamp to position the images perfectly! Plus, they are extra-sticky to stay on the clear blocks, and you get a lot of images for a great price—$13.95 per set!
Show & Tell Sets 1 & 2. Click to enlage the images.
The Show & Tell 1 and Show & Tell 2 sets come with lots of shapes that can be combined and layered for a fun look on cards and scrapbook pages!
Pinworthy Project Ideas! If you're on Pinterest, be sure to check out the Stampin' Up Photopolymer Board for ideas on how to use Photopolymer Stamps.
NEW Seeing The Possibilities Photopolymer Stamps Online Class!
Want to make the most of your Photopolymer Stamps?! Check out this new Online Class featuring the Show & Tell 1 & 2 stamp sets. It teaches you all the benefits and tips you'll need to make your Photopolymer projects a success!
The class features six sections and includes project ideas with complete instructions, plus video tutorials for techniques! All for only $14.95!
I'm so excited to be teaching another private class tonight! *waves to Lynn* Sounds like we're having a big group! New stampers are the most fun! I love watching their eyes light up when they create a little something that's Too Cool! #happystampers
We'll be creating this project at tonight's class. If you came to my Spring Catalog Kick-Off event, you already recognize this card. When I decided to use it, I realized that I never blogged about it back in January.
This card is great for a beginning stamper class because it features lots of stamping basics: stamping, punching, die-cutting, and layering! It's also featuring two soon-to-retired colors: Baja Breeze and Pretty In Pink.
The Baja Breeze card base is first layered with a 4" x 2-1/2" piece of Tea For Two Designer Series Paper for the background.
Next, I stamped a Lucky Limeade stem from the Secret Garden stamp set onto a piece of 1-3/4" x 4-1/4" Very Vanilla.
For a patterned flower, I stamped the chevron image from the Beyond Plaid stamp set in Pretty In Pink onto Very Vanilla card stock. Then, I stamped the Secret Garden flower in Basic Gray on top of that and die-cut it with the coordinating Secret Garden Framelits. TIP: You could simply stamp the flower on patterned DSP to save a step. That's what we're doing at class tonight.
Sneak Peek Hint—Bundle It! Order the Secret Garden Bundle of stamps and framelits and it's 15% off, but only in the Spring Catalog thru May 31! Although the stamps and framelits will be in the new catalog, the discounted bundle is NOT...save when you order the Secret Garden Bundle now!
I stamped the flower again on Pretty In Pink card stock, then punched out the center with the Boho Blossoms Punch and popped it up with a Dimensional. A Rhinestone Jewel adds some sparkle.
I finished off the flower by adding a 1/8" Old Olive Taffeta Ribbon bow with a Glue Dot.
The greeting isf from Ciao, Baby, inked in Not Quite Navy, then punched with the Petite Curly Label Punch (which is still available from the Sale-A-Bration flyer).
I created these two cool cards while I was designing projects for a recent class, not knowing that it was going to be one of my last times to use the soon-to-retire Elements of Style set.
This set has been a favorite of mine ever since it was released because of its gorgeous images and the overall versatility of the set. Of all of the retiring sets this year, I'll be most sad to see this one go. *sigh*
My first version is in neutral tones for a very classy and elegant look.
I stamped the beautiful floral image onto a 3" x 4" Very Vanilla piece in Soft Suede, then matted that on a layer of 3-1/4" x 4-1/4' Cherry Cobbler. The hummingbird was stamped in Early Espresso onto scrap Very Vanilla, then cut out and popped up with Dimensionals.
Along the bottom of the card base, I stamped the same floral image in Soft Suede for a soft and subtle pattern. Before adhering the main element, I wrapped it in Soft Suede 3/8' Taffeta Ribbon and tied it in a double-knot.
The sentiment was stamped in Early Espresso and punched with the Large Oval Punch.
The second version is a little bit stepped up because it uses a watercoloring technique. Although the look is very similar to the Dressed Up Birthday Card from yesterday, I actually created it before I'd even seen the Dolled-Up Birthday Kit. What a coincidence!
I used Wisteria Wonder as the card base, here with a mat in Elegant Eggplant.
I stamped the floral pattern in Elegant Eggplant ink onto the First Edition Designer Series Paper, then colored the image with Wisteria Wonder and Old Olive ink with Blender Pens. Mr. Hummingbird is also in Elegant Eggplant.
The element is wrapped with the Old Olive 1/8" Taffeta Ribbon this time. The sentiment was inked in Elegant Eggplant and punched with the 1" Circle Punch.
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
So long Elements of Style! I will sure miss your loveliness!
If you haven't yet added the Elements of Style stamp set to your collection, be sure to do so before it's gone for good. I know you'll love it! Order it today at my Online Store,
What do you think May's "Best of 25 Years" stamp theme will be? Any guesses?
If you think you know, let me know by April 30 and you could win! If
you guess right, I'll enter you in a drawing to win my May "Best
of..." Card Kit with all the supplies to create three cards with the
featured stamp set.
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Leave A Comment On My Blog—Add
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This is my absolute favorite card from my "Last Thursdays" class last night. We had a small group, but it sure was fun! Thanks to everyone who came over and stamped with me!
Do you recognize the design? It's actually CASEd from the new Dolled Up Birthday Kit that Stampin' Up! released last week.
As soon as I saw this Dolled Up Birthday Kit, I knew I had to duplicate the card! So pretty!
If you want to make some of these pretty cards, this kit is a great option! You receive everything you need to create 6 cards—birthday stamp, Soft Suede ink, sponge dauber, Paper Doilies, Flower Trim, pre-printed dress form die-cuts, card stock and envelopes. It's all ready-to-assemble and it's only $15.95!
I already had all the supplies, so it was easy for me to re-create myself! The only thing I changed was to use Early Espresso instead of Soft Suede.
I started by adhering a Paper Doily to the Crumb Cake card base.
I used the Dress Up Framelits to cut a dress form shape from the First Edition Designer Series Paper. To make it sturdier, I cut another die-cut from Whisper White card stock and adhered both die-cuts together for a double layer. You wouldn't have to do that, but it made it sturdier for sponging Early Espresso Ink around the edges.
I stamped the soon-to-retire Elements of Style floral image on the dress form in Early Espresso. Then, using the Primrose Petals and Old Olive inks, I colored the image with a Blender Pen.
After adhering the dress form to the 1-3/4" x 4-1/2" Whisper White panel and attaching it to the card front with Dimensionals, I added one Flower Trim rosette with Multipurpose Glue.
The stamp used in the kit looks like the same one from Bring On The Cake (but the one in the kit is the clear, Photopolymer kind). I stamped the sentiment in Early Espresso.
Couldn't really mess with perfection, so the second card is almost identical. Just moved the dress element to the side for a larger sentiment. This one would make a fantastic Mother's Day card, don't you think?
Have you had a chance to check out the Retired Stamp List and Retired Accessories List? Be sure to order anything you can't live without before they are gone for good. Stamp sets will be available through June 3, 2013, but retired accessories are only While Supplies Last!
What do you think May's "Best of 25 Years" stamp theme will be? Any guesses?
If you think you know, let me know by April 30 and you could win! If
you guess right, I'll enter you in a drawing to win my May "Best
of..." Card Kit with all the supplies to create three cards with the
featured stamp set.
Two Ways To Enter:
Leave A Comment On My Blog—Add your guess to the Comments section located at the bottom of this blog post. If you're receiving this update by email, you'll need to go to my original Too Cool Stamping blog post.
We'll be creating this card at tonight's "Last Thursdays" card class. Little did I know when I created it that the Up, Up & Away stamp set would be part of the retired list, but how perfect! I love that I'm able to use that set for a class one more time!
The beautiful color combination is what drew me to this card design the most—Pool Party, Wisteria Wonder and Lucky Limeade. So lovely!
I stamped the colorful hot air balloons all over the 4" x 5-1/4" Whisper White front panel. Up, Up & Away is a two-step stamp set, so the balloon tops and baskets were stamped separately. Don't look too closely, because I didn't get them lined up very well. (Hey, I said don't look!).
I added some piercing detail around the entire border with the help of the Essentials Paper Piercing Pack template.
The element in the center is made of a 4" x 2" layer of Pool Party punched with the Scallop Edge Border Punch. A strip of Wisteria Wonder, punched with the Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch lines the top.
The 4" x 1-1/2" Whisper White layer is stamped with Pool Party clouds and a Wisteria Wonder sentiment. An Old Olive Organdy Ribbon is wrapped around the entire panel, tied and trimmed.
Card #2 has a few changes on the sentiment panel and wider-spaced piercing details.
The biggest difference is that I cut out two of the balloons and popped them up with Dimensionals.
The Retired Stamp List from the 2012-2013 Annual Catalog will be
announced tomorrow, April 24. Which sets do you think will be
retiring? Let me know and you could be a winner of one of those retired
sets!
To Enter: Head on over to my Too Cool Stamping Facebook Page and do the following before 11:50 pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2013:
Post on my page which 10 stamp sets you think will be leaving this year.
If you guess the most retired sets correctly, you win one of my retired stamp sets! It's that easy!
If we have a tie, then I'll
randomly select a winner. You must enter on my facebook page by 11:50pm
on April 23, 2013. I will give the winner a selection of retired sets
to choose one set from as the prize. No purchase necessary to enter.
Demonstrators may enter. US Residents only.
My monthly "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Thursday, April 25, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event. See complete details on the class.
Want to join us? RSVP by Tuesday, April 24, at 5pm.
Class-To-Go "Last Thursdays" Class Kit
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available for a limited time! See complete details.
You've probably noticed that I don't create a lot of whimsical cards, but how could I resist Henry?! He's too cute! This is a fun birthday card design that is delightful for any age!
I layered a 2" x 4" piece of the rainbow striped Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper onto a 5-1/4" x 4" piece of Lucky Limeade card stock. After tying some Marina Mist Striped Organdy Ribbon around the layers, I adhered it to the Whisper White card base.
Henry The Elephant is all decked out in plaid...Beyond Plaid, that is!
I stamped the plaid image several times on Whisper White card stock, then stamped Henry in Basic Gray over the top and cut it out.
After stamping the elephant again on a 4" x 3-1/4" Whisper White piece, I added the colorful pennants image, colored with Pacific Point, Lucky Limeade and Melon Mambo markers directly on the rubber. Then, I adhered the plaid cut-out over the top with Dimensionals. Notice the tip of the tail is represented by the image underneath.
Don't forget (because an elephant never does) to add the birthday hat in Pacific Point.
The card is finished off with the 2" x 1" plaid banner stamped with the birthday sentiment, layered on another 2-1/4" x 1/2" Melon Mambo banner.
The second version features the trio of cute birdies instead of the pennants.
The Retired Stamp List from the 2012-2013 Annual Catalog will be announced on Wednesday, April 24. Which sets do you think will be retiring? Let me know and you could be a winner of one of those retired sets!
To Enter: Head on over to my Too Cool Stamping Facebook Page and do the following before 11:50 pm on Tuesday, April 23, 2013:
Post on my page which 10 stamp sets you think will be leaving this year.
If you guess the most retired sets correctly, you win one of my retired stamp sets! It's that easy!
If we have a tie, then I'll randomly select a winner. You must enter on my facebook page by 11:50pm on April 23, 2013. I will give the winner a selection of retired sets to choose one set from as the prize. No purchase necessary to enter. Demonstrators may enter. US Residents only.
My monthly "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Thursday, April 25, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event.
Birthday Cards! This month we're doing a birthday theme, but most cards can be used for other occasions when you change the sentiment!
Henry Says It's Your Birthday—This whimsical elephant is perfect for any age! Featuring Beyond Plaid stamps and paper piecing.
Up, Up & Away Birthday—A cool summertime birthday card featuring two-step stamping and border punches.
Dressed Up Birthday—Shabby chic and feminine for a birthday or Mother's Day. Features Dress Up Framelits, Elements of Style stamps and pretty embellishments.
So Many Candles Birthday—Use some International Bazaar Paper and the Blossom Petals Builder Punch to poke some fun on this birthday card.
Want to join us? Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 24, at 5pm.
*Minimum order is $20 for the FREE class. Workshop, private class, Stamp Clubs and other class orders do not qualify.
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available for a limited time! I include all the pre-cut, pre-punched, and pre-die-cut card supplies, plus embellishments, for all four cards. The Kits do not include adhesives, piercing or pre-stamping (per Stampin' Up! policy).
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One of the reasons that makes this card so awesome is that it is a fantastic way to use up leftover scraps of coordinating Designer Series Paper. Here, I used some of my International Bazaar DSP. Trying to use it up before it retires next month.
The base of the card is Rich Razzleberry. For the background, I embossed a piece of 3-3/4" x 5" Pacific Point with the Chevron Texture Folder, then layered it on a Tangerine Tango mat that is 3-7/8" x 5-1/8" so it's just peeking out.
The candles are 5/8" wide, and I hated using that measurement, but 1/2" was too skinny and 3/4" was too wide. I cut each of the candles at different lengths: 3", 3-1/2" and 4".
Did you figure out how I did the flames yet? They are punched from Brights Designer Paper with the Blossom Petals Builder Punch. Too Cool!
The sentiment is from Bring On The Cake, inked in Rich Razzleberry on Whisper White card stock, then punched with the Decorative Label Punch.
I adhered a bow made with the retired Sale-A-Bration Tangerine Tango satin ribbon as an accent.
My horizontal version uses the Honeycomb Texture Folder and this time I trimmed off the candles flush with the background...before adhering it to the mat.
And, I added a second layer of "petals" onto my flames. I love that detail!
Yesterday, I had my premiere Sale-A-Bration Celebration event and it was so much fun! Anyone who had spent at least $150 during the Sale-A-Bration promotion earlier in the year was invited to attend for FREE! Too Cool!
Here are all of the awesome projects that we created! I stuck with the Sale-A-Bration theme, using many of the products that were exclusive to that promotion. Even though the SAB items used are now retired, I still thought it would make a fun Sunday Showcase! Let's take a closer look!
Project #1—A quick and simple card featuring the Feeling Sentimental set and Sycamore Street Designer Series Paper.
Accented with a Sycamore Street Designer Button and tied with Baker's Twine.
Project #2—A fun Z-Fold Card featuring the Bloomin' Marvelous set with more Sycamore Street DSP. Score card base at 2-3/4" and 5-1/2" for the Z-fold.
I adhered a 2-1/2” x 4” piece of Sycamore Street DSP to the front panel. The inside has DSP and Whisper White sections in 5-1/4” x 2”.
The focal point was randomly stamped with Pool Party blossoms and Summer Starfruit leaves. It's accented with a Sycamore Street Pool Party ribbon and either a hummingbird or butterfly stamped in Rich Razzleberry. I used the Bitty Butterfly Punch with the butterfly. The Bloomin' Marvelous sentiment is also stamped in Rich Razzleberry.
Project #3—I love this card design and I'm not even a coffee drinker! It fits into a standard-sized, Medium Envelope, and could easily be used as a gift card holder.
I trimmed off a little from each side; mark 5/8" in from each side on the bottom (the openinge), then trim from mark to top edge. I also embossed with the Perfect Polka Dot Folder.
For the lid, I used two 4-1/4" x 1" pieces of Whisper White, rounded the bottom corners and adhere them on the front and back of the card. A smaller piece of 4-1/4" x 1/2" piece of Whisper White is adhered to the top to create the illusion of a "lip" on the "lid."
More 3-3/4" x 2-1/2" Sycamore Street DSP is used to create the wrapper on the cup, trimmed flush with the edges.
For the medallion, I used markers and the Patterned Occasions to stamp on the 1-3/4" Circle shape, and it's layered on an Island Indigo 2-3/8" Scallop Circle.
Project #4—My favorite project is the Mini Note Holder with four 3x3" note cards.
The box is created with two die-cuts from the Scallop Envelope Die. Trim the bottom of the envelope to 1" wide, and adhere the tabs with Sticky Strip to two 1" x 2-1/4" sides. You can see a nice tutorial by Debbie Kalustian at Got To Stamp: Mini Note Holder.
I added 3" x 2" piece of Sycamore Street DSP to the front and back of the box. I wrapped some Tangerine Tango Satin Ribbon around the box and adhered it with Sticky Strip under the folded down scallop edge. The bow is separate and adhered with a Glue Dot. I didn't fold the second die-cut, so I could use it as a stand-up back on the box.
Next, I created some 3x3" note cards with Whisper White and decorated each with a piece of 2-3/4" square piece of Sycamore Street DSP. Each of the four designs were created in the same way. And, I'm showing both of my two cool versions of each so you can see how fun it is to mix & match the colors!
I wrapped a coordinating color of the Sycamore Street ribbon around the front, tied in a double-knot and trimmed.
I colored the Patterned Occasions images with coordinating markers before stamping onto scrap Whisper White and punching with a 1-3/4" Circle Punch.
The stamped circles were layered on coordinating 2-3/8" Scallop Circles and adhered to the front with Dimensionals. Cute, cute, cute!
I'm totally looking forward to doing another Sale-A-Bration Celebration for next year's promotion! If you missed it this year, mark your calendars for next spring to make sure you earn your FREE stamp camp!
Thanks so much for visiting today's Sunday Showcase!
Stock up on all the retiring colors while supplies last—and they are going fast!
Color Availability (as of mid-day on Friday)—The Classic Ink Pads for all colors were still availalble, but Refill Inks were only available for Riding Hood Red, Bravo Burgundy and More Mustard. Also, most colors have either 8-1/2 x 11" or 12x12" card stock, but there is no card stock remaining for Not Quite Navy and Regal Rose. There are still coordinating papers, ribbons and embellishments to match most colors, but they are going quickly, too.
Retiring Colors: Regal Rose, Pretty In Pink, Bashful Blue, Certainly Celery, Baja Breeze, Riding Hood Red, Bravo Burgundy, Not Quite Navy, More Mustard, and River Rock.
Order now from my Online Store to get 'em while they last!
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I've got a private class coming up tomorrow (*waves to Beth*) and this is one of the awesome cards that we'll be creating! I wanted to try some butterflies in the rich, regal colors from Comfort Café Designer Series Paper. I just love how it turned out, probably because I'm a huge fan of this paper! I'll sure miss it when it's retired at the end of May.
Schedule Your Own Private Class! Gather up your friends for a fun and personal creative stamping experience! I'm currently scheduling private classes for May (retired list released) and June (new catalog released). Contact me today for complete details and to schedule your event!
The Midnight Muse card base was partially embossed with the Honeycomb Texture Impressions Folder. See how only about 2/3 of the right side is embossed, and the rest is untextured?
Next, I added a 4-1/4" x 1-1/2" piece of Very Vanilla that's been stamped with a Word Play sentiment in Midnight Muse ink.
Over the top, I adhered a 1" x 5-1/2" piece of the chevron pattern from Comfort Café DSP.
The Bitty Butterfly Punch was used to punch out several more patterns from Comfort Café. They are all popped up with Dimensionals and one is adorned with a Large Rhinestone Jewel.
I'm sorry, but I can not get enough of this delightful little butterfly shape! It doesn't matter what you punch with it, it is ALWAYS too darn cute! Just like Rhinestone Jewels and Pearl Jewels, these butterflies can make any card go from fun to fantastic!
Stampin' Up! is changing their wood mount stamp cases to be more uniform and allow them to be easily stacked and stored on a shelf. But, that's not the only thing they're good for!
Check out some fun ideas to use these handy new cases, plus a sneak peek at one of the new Hostess Sets—coming May 31 in the new Annual Catalog!
I can't wait to create this card with my
Wow Techniques Class tonight! It takes a little time to do the 3-step
White Washing technique, but you get such pretty, pretty, pretty
results! I've included a tutorial at the bottom of this post.
You can do white washing on any color background, even dark colors,
which is the reason it is Too Cool! I started with a Crumb Cake card
stock base, but the darker the color background, the more those
colorful flowers are gonna pop!
I embossed my flowers in white, then added a white wash of White Craft Ink, then colored and shaded them with Wisteia Wonder, Melon Mambo and Tempting Turquoise inks. See a complete tutorial below.
The sentiment is from Perfect Punches stamp set, stamped in Melon Mambo on Whisper White and punched with the Extra Large Oval Punch.
I finished off the card with a strip of Melon Mambo Designer Series Paper from the Brights Stack. It's decorated with a Finishing Touches Edgelit die-cut border and some Wisteria Wonder Ruffled Ribbon adhered with Sticky Strip.
The sentiment is also from Perfect Punches, this time punched with the Curly Label Punch.
I tried a Daffodil Delight flower this time, shaded with some Calypso Coral ink.
Step 1: Emboss—I stamped the line images from Secret Garden in VersaMark, then embossed them with White Embossing Powder.
Add a little White Craft Ink Refill onto a plastic palette. I used the lid of an embellishment container. Fill an Aqua Painter with water, then squeeze a few drops of water onto the ink to thin it.
Step 2: White Wash—Use the Aqua Painter to paint a thin layer of White Craft Ink over the top of your embossed image. Let it dry completely. Use the low setting of your Heat Tool to dry it, if necessary.
With your ink pad still closed, squeeze your ink pad together to transfer some ink from the pad to the lid. Now you can use it as a palette. TIP: Firm Foam Ink Pads will transfer lots of ink, but the old felt style may not transfer as easily. Just add a few drops from your Refill Ink onto the lid instead.
Step 3: Color—Use Blender Pens to pick up the ink from the palette and color in the image. I like to create shading for depth. I do this by starting with laying down color on one side, then blending it out to the other side. I've worked from the left side of the petal to right on this image, but you could also work from the center of the flower outward. Generally, always start with thin, light layers of color and add darker areas of color for shading.
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Check out the Details! I've got a fantastic, technique-packed class for you this month, so you won't want to miss it! See project photos and complete class information: April Wow Technique Class, April 12, 6:30 pm.
I've got a fun little Spring treat today that you are going to LOVE!
They are cute little butterfly clothespin M&M's treats that are also magnets! I CASEd this idea from Carmen DeBruce, who brought the project to one of our Too Cool Demo Team shoebox swaps.
Here is the project that Carmen brought for us to make to our swap. We were making them for Valentine's Day, so the M&M's are in red packages. She showed how to use the daisy image from the Mixed Bunch set and cut the top and bottom petals off for the butterfly. We added crimped black card stock antennae, a 1/2" Circle Punch body from Silver Glimmer Paper, and googly eyes for a whimsical look! Absolutely adorable! It was a big hit at our swap!
My plan was to do them before Easter, so I purchased the Easter fun-size M&M's. I love the light green color, and aside from the bunnies and chicks on the actual candies, it works for anytime during the Spring!
I started by covering the top of the clothespin with 2011-2013 In Color Designer Series Paper in Pool Party. Clothespins sizes may vary, but mine was about 3/8" wide, and 3-1/4" long. Use Multipurpose Glue for best results.
Before decorating with the butterfly, or adding the M&M's, you'll want to adhere your magnet.
TIP: Magnet sheets work best, but the kind for business cards are not strong enough. I opted for a 3M brand 1" wide magnet roll.
I cut the magnet to about 3" long and divided my 1" width into three strips. It's self-adhesive, but I found that I needed to add Multipurpose Glue to help it adhere to the wood.
TIP: Because my magnet was on a roll, the ends kept curling up and not sticking. So, once I adhered it, I "stuck" the whole magnet clothespin onto my paper trimmer, which is a nice flat, metal surface, to let it dry. Worked like a charm!
Michelle Hoover, who had recently used Carmen's idea at her own class, tipped me off that the more intricate image from Mixed Bunch made a very pretty butterfly, so I tried that. I stamped on Pool Party card stock in VersaMark Ink, then embossed the design in White Embossing Powder.
After punching with the Blossom Punch, I snipped off two adjacent petals. Michelle suggested that I try some Lucky Limeade Baker's Twine for the body. So, I wrapped it around twice and tied it off at the top and trimmed it. I LOVE that the ends stick up perfectly for little butterfly antennae! Great idea, Michelle!
I adhered the butterfly to the clothespin with Dimensionals. To add the M&M's, pinch the center of the bag together until there's no candies in the middle, then attach the clothespin. Adjust the "wings" of the bag as necessary.
Once the M&M's are gone, the magnet is still cute and makes the perfect magnetic note-holder!
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Finally, our weather here in Indiana is warming up today to feel like Spring! Yay! It's the perfect day to feature this April showers card that we created at my "Last Thursdays" class, especially since there's a chance of showers!
These two cool cards feature cute images from the Rain or Shine stamp set. I think those umbrellas are completely delightful.
If you have any baby or bridal showers coming up, this is a must-have set for you. I don't, but I still couldn't resist it for a "thinking of you" card.
My card base starts with Pacific Point with a 5-1/4" x 4" Whisper White background that's texture embossed with the Cloudy Day Folder.
I used the cheerful Sunshine & Sprinkles Designer Series Paper to create the two multicolored banners and the Daffodil Delight Brights Patterns DSP for the third banner. These measure 5" x 1", 4-1/2" x 3/4", and 4" x 1" and all are fish-tailed.
Fish-tail TIP: Either use the corner of a Square Punch, or use Paper Snips to cut up the center then snip from the corner to the center.
The focal point is a little tricky to get lined up and centered. Here's what I recommend:
Stamp your sentiment in Pacific Point onto a 3-1/2" x 4" piece of Whisper White card stock about a 1" up from the bottom edge.
Die-cut the sentiment with the Oval Collection Framelit so it can be perfectly straight and as close to the bottom as possible.
Stamp the umbrella in Melon Mambo as close to the top of the oval as you can, leaving just a small white border.
Finally, stamp the handle in Lucky Limeade...there should be just enough room.
Don't forget to add an Itty Bitty Punch flower in Daffodil Delight, accented with a baby Pearl Jewel. How cute! No umbrella is complete without one!
Layer the stamped piece onto a Lucky Limeade oval that's been pierced with the Occasions Piercing Pack.
For this orientation, I could only emboss the clouds on the top of the card (if they were going to float in the right direction), so I layered the same Designer Series Papers to cover up the non-embossed part at the bottom. I used the backs of the same strips this time, and I love the umbrella patterned banner that coordinates! Perfect!
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When I designed these projects for my "Last Thursdays" class, the whole intention was to feature several of the 2011-2013 In Colors since they were supposed to be leaving.
But thanks to the new Color Refresh announced yesterday, this post has now become a celebration—these colors are all staying! Woohoo! *jumping for joy*
I had to try this card design because it was just a little bit different take on the Bitty Butterfly punch—creating a recessed butterfly! Love it! I also thought it was a good way to use up my In Color paper that was going to retire...not anymore! *hands clapping wildly*
My card base is Whisper White and it's layered with a 5-1/4" x 4" piece of the dots pattern from the 2011-2013 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack.
For the butterflies' backgrounds, I used the oval-shaped chevron-patterned image from the Oh, Hello stamp set to stamp Island Indigo, Calypso Coral, and Wisteria Wonder patterns on scrap Whisper White paper. Then, I punched 1-3/8" Circles out of the stamped image.
TIP: You can get two circle punches out of each stamped oval, which is why I ended up with this multicolored card when I was playing around with colors.
Next, I punched with the Bitty Butterfly Punch onto scrap Whisper White to make the middles first, spacing them at least 1/2" apart. Center the 1-1/4" Circle Punch over the punched butterfly shape to complete the circles.
Now it's just a matter of stacking them with Dimensionals and adding a Rhinestone Jewels.
Once you get them assembled, you can really play around with the positioning on your card front depending on where you want your sentiment.
Save those white Bitty Butterfly punch-outs to use as additional accents, or even on the inside of the card.
The Curly Cute sentiments are stamped on a piece of coordinating 4" x 3/4" card stock with VersaMark, then embossed with White Embossing Powder.
Another version in Calypso Coral.
And, a final one in Wisteria Wonder. I could have fun making these in EVERY color! Oh, yes I could!
So, you may have noticed that out of "pure necessity," I've extended my March butterfly theme into April. Part of that was because I already had three butterfly cards planned for my "Last Thursdays" event that is rescheduled for tonight.
By the way, you still have time to order a Class-To-Go Kit for this class, but you need to order by Friday, April 5.
But, don't be surprised if you see several more butterflies now that Stampin' Up! just released the Best of Butterflies set this month. I sure don't want to put you into butterfly overload, but I simply can't help it! There are so many flutter-tastic ideas to share. I'm having too much fun, and hopefully you're enjoying it as much as I am!
Today's cards feature the Papillon Potpourri butterfly set from the Annual Catalog, which is the most popular set from this catalog. I guess I'm not the only one loving butterflies!
I've always adored this beautiful pattern from the Floral District Designer Series Paper pack, but I didn't know how much until I created these two cool cards!
The design looks so pretty against the Baja Breeze card base. I used a 2" x 5-1/2" strip bordered with a piece of Rich Razzleberry that was die-cut with the Adorning Accents Edgelits.
Punched Window
Once all the front layers were adhered, I punched out a window with the 1-3/4" Circle Punch.
TIP: Be sure to do a quick and forceful punch to get a clean cut through all of those layers. If you look closely, my layers aren't that clean. Part of that is because I was using the black, old-style punch, but it would have been better with a quick punch.
Multicolor Butterfly
The Papillon Potpourri butterfly was inked up with markers right on the rubber stamp. I started in the center with Baja Breeze, then added a bit of Tangerine Tango, then finished the tips of the wings with Rich Razzleberry. I stamped and cut out the butterfly free-hand (so sorry, but you can't have a punch for every shape!). A few Rhinestone Jewels make the butterfly body.
The diameters of the butterfly wings and the window are both 1-3/4", so the wings may overlap when you cut them out. But, if you curl up the tips of the wings a bit, you'll be able to open and close the card with no problem.
The So Sorry font has kind of a distressed look that coordinates well with the paper and the scalloped border. Is that weird that I look that closely at fonts? I used to work on an art supplies catalog, so I have a bit of an obsession about the "feel" of type. Anyway, this one "feels" just right!
No matter what you're sorry for, you'll find the perfect phrase to complete your sentiment in the So Sorry set.
There are 9 different endings from which to choose. Although it's never fun to send an "I'm sorry" card, this one's got you covered, so it's a great stamp set to have on hand.
I was a little concerned that the butterfly's wings wouldn't stay curved if I sent it through the mail, so I created another version without a window for him to peek through.
This one has a border created with the Finishing Touches Edgelits.
The butterfly was colored in the same way, but this time I stamped the image on the card front in Rich Razzleberry first to give him some antennae. See them peeking out of the top? It's all in the details.
Let's take a closer look at one of the cards I'll be featuring at my "Last Thursdays" card class, rescheduled for Wednesday, April 3. You can still RSVP until 5pm tonight, Tuesday, April 2, or find out how to get a Class-To-Go. See complete details.
I am loving the soft and pretty look of this beautiful "thinking of you" style card. It features the gorgeous Swallowtail butterfly as the subtle background. It's a nice change from using this huge butterfly as a bold focal point every time.
I inked the Swallowtail in Crumb Cake and stamped off onto scrap paper once before stamping onto the Very Vanilla card front.
The opening edge of the card is lined with a 1" x 5-1/2" strip from the Tea For Two Designer Series Paper.
The Primrose Petals Stitched Satin Ribbon is adhered onto the front with Sticky Strip tape. TIP: Place the Sticky Strip on the card first, then add the ribbon and trim the ends.
My favorite parts of the card are the Flower Trim rosettes, dabbed into the Primrose Petals ink pad, then layered on top of some Old Olive leaves punched with the Bird Builder Punch. I love how the flowers mimic the roses in the designer paper. TIPS: I adhered the leaves with the 2-Way Glue Pen and the flowers with the Tombow Multipurpose Glue.
The Feel Goods sentiment was colored on the rubber with Old Olive and Primrose Petals Markers before stamping. The style of the font really coordinates with the shabby chic look!
The design looks just as lovely as a horizontal card, too. Quick and pretty—I think my class is going to love this one!
Stampin' Up! has announced the Best of 25 Years featured stamp set for April! So without further ado, let's see what it is...
It's Best of Butterflies! Woohoo! Looks like I'll have to have an extension to my butterfly theme for a little while longer! Hope you all don't mind!
The Best of Butterflies set is available in clear-mount only (#133345) for $14.95 from now until April 30, 2014. The images in the upper right is a brand new image that coordinates with the Elegant Butterfly Punch.
What Are Best of 25 Years Sets? See complete details, including how you can earn two free $14.95 stamp sets of your choice for collecting them. See all the "Best of..." sets so far.
Order the Best of Butterflies set from my Online Store!
Congratulations To The April "Best of..." Contest Winner!
We had one guess for the Best of Butterflies theme and it was from Jan R. Congratulations, Jan! You have won my Best of Butterflies card kit with all the pre-cut supplies and embellishments to create three Best of Butterflies cards!
I had so much fun doing this contest, I'll definitely be doing it again at the end of this month. So, start thinking about what the theme might be for May, and check back later in the month to cast your vote. If you're right, you may win the May "Best of..." card kit!
My rescheduled "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Wednesday April 3, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event.
So Sorry Window Card—Fun window card featuring marker coloring on stamps!
Bitty Window Butterflies—Use punches to create mini window embellishments with YOUR CHOICE of the 2011 In Colors.
April Showers—Timely and cheery umbrella card.
Swallowtail Feel Goods—Soft and pretty thinking of you card with Flower Trim accents.
Want to join us? Please RSVP by Tuesday, April 2, at 5pm.
*Minimum order is $20 for the FREE class. Workshop, private class, Stamp Clubs and other class orders do not qualify.
Class-To-Go "Last Thursdays" Class Kit
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available! I include all the pre-cut, pre-punched, and pre-die-cut card supplies, plus embellishments, for all four cards. The Kits do not include pre-stamping, per Stampin' Up! policy.
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Here is the final card design from my March Best of Flowers card kit for my club. It's a fun gate-fold card created from a piece of 5-1/2" x 8" Very Vanilla card stock, scored at 2-1/8" and 6-3/8".
I added 2" x 5-3/8"strips of Tea For Two Designer Series Paper to each front panel to create a pretty patterned background.
The Ovals Collection Framelits were used to make the focal point. I stamped the Best of Flowers bouquet images in Early Espresso onto Very Vanilla, then centered the oval die to cut. It's layered on a So Saffron oval that's a couple sizes bigger and pierced with the help of the Occasions Piercing Pack.
I colored the images with Markers in coordinating colors: So Saffron, Bashful Blue, Tangerine Tango and Lucky Limeade.
I thought the Calypso Coral Baker's Twine bow added just the right touch. It's adhered with a dab of Multipurpose Glue.
The Oh, Hello sentiment was stamped in Early Espresso on scrap Very Vanilla, then punched out with the Curly Label Punch. I adhered it to the right front panel with Dimensionals, slightly overlapping the oval embellishment as a way to keep it closed.
You know me...I had to do two cool versions (one to keep, one to give), but it wasn't much different than the first. I colored the flowers with more Bashful Blue this time, changed the sentiment to one from Bloomin' Marvelous (retired), and added the bow to the sentiment.
What do you think April's "best of..." theme will be? Any guesses?
If you think you know, add your guess to the Comments section. If
you guess right, I'll enter you in a drawing to win my April "Best
of..." Card Kit with all the supplies to create three cards with the
featured stamp set.
UPDATE: Where IS the Comment Box?
The Comment Section is located at the bottom of the original blog
post. If you don't see the comment box, look for the Comments link at
the end of the post.
If you're reading this post from your email in-box, you'll need to either go to my actual blog post and scroll to the bottom, or simply reply to this email and submit your guess. Sorry for any confusion!
One guess per person please. US residents only please. Contest ends March 31 at 11:50pm MT.
This is my favorite pair of cards from my Best of Flowers card kit going out to my Best of 25 Years club members this month.
It's actually a CASE of a Because I Care Two-Sheet-Wonder Card project, originally designed by Chiaki Haverstick, that Darla Eigenschink shared with our Too Cool Demo Team a couple years ago. If you're looking for a great card set gift idea, be sure to check out Chiaki's tutorial: Two-Sheet-Wonder Card Tote.
The images from both sets are so similar and I didn't have a chance to try this project before Because I Care was retired, so I was excited to have the chance to do it again!
I layered the Basic Black card base with a 5-1/4" x 4" sheet of Whisper White that was randomly stamped with the hydrangea in StazOn Black. It appears a bit lighter only because I was in need of re-inking my pad. TIP: Always have a refill on hand with the StazOn. That ink tends to dry quickly on the paper and in the pad.
Next, I texture
embossed a piece of 3” x 4-1/4” Baja Breeze card stock with the Lacy Brocade Folder Texture Impressions Folder and adhered it to the card with SNAIL.
The hydrangea image was stamped onto a piece of 2-1/4” x 3-1/2” Whisper
White card stock, leaving room for a sentiment at the bottom. I colored the image with Baja Breeze and Lucky
Limeade Markers. On the flower petals, I kind of dabbed on the color so there were white spaces and not solid color.
At the bottom of the piece, I stamped a
Bloomin’ Marvelous (now retired) sentiment in StazOn Black. Then, I wrapped the
stamped piece with a 1/8” Baja Breeze Taffeta Ribbon, which was tied in a double-knot and trimmed.
Finally, I matted the entire piece onto a 2-3/8” x 3-5/8” layer of Basic Black card stock with SNAIL, and adhered it to the card front
with Dimensionals.
I love the look of my horizontal version, too, but I added a little extra something on this one. Can you see the Dazzling Diamonds on the flower? Click the image to enlarge it to see the details. Ooohh, so sparkly!
What do you think April's "best of..." theme will be? Any guesses?
If you think you know, add your guess to the Comments section. If
you guess right, I'll enter you in a drawing to win my April "Best
of..." Card Kit with all the supplies to create three cards with the
featured stamp set.
UPDATE: Where IS the Comment Box? The Comment Section is located at the bottom of the original blog post. If you don't see the comment box, look for the Comments link at the end of the post.
If you're reading this post from your email in-box, you'll need to either go to my actual blog post and scroll to the bottom, or simply reply to this email and submit your guess. Sorry for any confusion!
One guess per person please. US residents only please. Contest ends March 31 at 11:50pm MT.
How are you liking the Best of 25 Years stamp sets so far? I love seeing what images have been the most popular of the last quarter century, and I can't wait to see what they will be releasing on April 1.
Best of 25 Years Stamp Sets
In case you missed it, to celebrate their 25th anniversary, Stampin' Up! is releasing a limited-time-only "best of..." stamp set each month during 2013. The sets will include popular images in a theme, and one image will be completely new and exclusive to the set. Once the Best of 25 Years stamp sets are released, each set will remain available until March 31, 2014.
What do you think April's "best of..." theme will be? Any guesses? If you think you know, add your guess to the Comments section below. If you guess right, I'll enter you in a drawing to win my April "Best of..." Card Kit with all the supplies to create three cards with the featured stamp set.
One guess per person please. US residents only please. Contest ends March 31 at 11:50pm MT.
These two cool cards are all about the daisies! I used a clean and simple design to really showcase the flower images in the Wisteria Wonder, Pool Party and Calypso Coral colors.
Do you love these colors as much as I do? I've been trying to use the 2011-2013 In Color Collection colors on lots of projects because they will be leaving on May 31, 2013. I'm so sad!
TIP: If you love the 2011 In Colors, be sure to stock up now! Once the retired list is announced on May 1, there's no telling how fast these colors will sell out and they'll only be available while supplies last.
I added a beautiful decorative border to my Whisper White card base with the Delicate Designs Texture Impressions Folders. Right above that, I laid down a strip of Sticky Tape, then adhered a piece of Calypso Coral Ruffled Ribbon to it, trimming the ends.
The now retired Sale-A-Bration Vintage Verses sentiment is stamped in Wisteria Wonder.
The Best of Flowers daisy images are stamped in Basic Black onto different colors of In Color Designer Series Paper Stack papers. Don't worry about cutting out all those flowers by hand. If you have the 1-1/4" Scallop Circle Punch, it's the perfect shape to punch those flowers—Too Cool!
I attached the flowers with Dimensionals, taking care not to apply them on top of the ribbon, because they don't stick to that very well.
Don't forget to add some Rhinestone Jewels to the centers to make this card sparkle!
I'm not sure which version I like better. But, I do like how my Vintage Verses sentiment looks popped up on an Extra Large Oval Punch. Truth: It wasn't my intention to do it that way, but I jacked up the image when I stamped it on the card base. Just proves once again that there are never mistakes in papercrafting!
PLEASE NOTE: "Last Thursdays" Class Rescheduled For Wednesday, April 3
My awesome "Last Thursdays" class "regulars" are being kind enough to allow me to watch my Indiana Hoosiers play in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night instead of having class that night.
I'd like to give an extra BIG thank you to everyone who has so graciously been inconvenienced in order to allow me to enjoy a fun (hopefully) night of basketball! This crazy IU fan truly appreciates it! As a thank you, everyone who attends next Wednesday's class (whether you're a "regular" or not) will get an extra project to create at no charge! Go Indiana Hoosiers!
Jodi Geers' Swallowtail Thumping project from yesterday inspired me to create a similar card project for a recent private class. You know I had to have some butterflies, since that's my theme for this month.
Well, my hostess (*waves to Angie*) said she liked purple, and I thought this would be a perfect card to customize to a purple color combination. Plus, you probably already know that I love me some purples, too!
I started by inking the Swallowtail stamp with the lighter Wisteria Wonder ink. Then I used the Thumping Technique by tapping Island Indigo and Elegant Eggplant markers on the rubber before stamping onto the 5" x 3-3/4" Whisper White card stock. Wow! I love the color variations! Yesterday's post tells more details about Thumping.
I layered this onto a 5-1/8" x 3-7/8" piece of Elegant Eggplant, so just a thin frame would be showing.
I was gonna stop there, but I just couldn't do it! I had to add some bling! So, I got out my 2-Way Glue Pen and some Dazzling Diamonds to glitter it up! I used the glue sparingly, keeping it somewhat symmetrical on both sides. Awesomeness!
For my second card, I also added some thumping with the Rich Razzleberry marker, which I love even more!
The Blooming With Kindness sentiment is inked in Island Indigo and really complements that butterfly so nicely.
You can see in this photo that I popped up the entire stamped and matted layers with a gazillion Dimensionals, too.
Are You feeling The Swallowtail Love? I've said it before, and I'll say it again. I never thought of this huge butterfly as being versatile, but I've come to absolutely love it. It's mostly because the image is so gorgeous on it's own that you don't have to do much to have an amazingly beautiful card.
Seriously, if you don't have this one yet—Get It! I promise that you won't be disappointed!
Sale-A-Bration Ends Friday, March 22! This is your last chance to get FREE Sale-A-Bration items for every $50 you spend! As part of my Sale-A-Bration Celebration, I've decided to end this
promotion with a bang...by giving YOU a chance to win Hostess Benefits
on my last Sale-A-Bration order!
Here's How It Works!
Place An Online Order—At my Online Store before noon EDT on March 22, 2013.
Use The Hostess Code—Enter the Hostess Code SUQVAF7D during the checkout process. You should see my name listed as hostess.
Two Cool FREE Cards—I'll send two cool, completed cards to anyone who orders!
Bonus For Every $25—You'll receive an extra entry for every $25 you spend!
I had a fabulous time last night at my private stamping class!
Thanks so much to Angie and her friends for spending some creative with me! What a fun group! This is one of the card projects that we created.
Interested In Having Your Own Private Class? Ready for a fun Girls Night Out? Let me customize a stamping experience just for you and your friends! Contact me today to learn more!
This project features
the Sale-A-Bration Bloomin' Marvelous stamp set (I am SO gonna miss this set!) and Sycamore Street
Designer Series Paper. It's another cute and easy project that fits my butterfly theme for this month! Yay!
I stamped the butterfly in Summer Starfruit ink onto Whisper White card stock, then added the sentiment over the top in Basic Black.
If you stamp the images first, it makes it easier to center them inside the Ovals Collection Framelits for die-cutting. I also die-cut a Summer Starfruit layer and pierced the border with the help of the coordinating Occasions Piercing Pack template.
Finally, I added two Raspberry Ripple butterflies punched with the Bitty Butterfly Punch, then popped up with Dimensionals and accented with Pearl Jewels.
The background is decorated with a strip of Sycamore Street DSP, lined with a Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border on each side in Raspberry Ripple card stock. Simple and sweet!
My horizontal version uses the Scallop Edge Border Punch for the background element. I also stamped the middle butterfly on scrap card stock and punched it out. Finally, instead of piercing, I embossed the Summer Starfruit oval with the Square Lattice Texture Impressions Folder. I really like the look of that texture peeking out from the edges!
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Last Chance! Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
Sale-A-Bration Ends Friday, March 22! This is your last chance to get FREE Sale-A-Bration items for every $50 you spend!
As part of my Sale-A-Bration Celebration, I've decided to end this promotion with a bang...by giving YOU a chance to win Hostess Benefits on my last Sale-A-Bration order!
Here's How It Works!
With the new Hostess Codes, we now have the ability to combine online orders together to earn Hostess Benefits. Best of all, those online orders ship out immediately and right to your door-step! I'm combining all the orders I receive and the winner of my Mystery Hostess Drawing will get all of the accrued Hostess Benefits! Woohoo!
Place An Online Order—At my Online Store before noon EDT on March 22, 2013.
Use The Hostess Code—Enter the Hostess Code SUQVAF7D during the checkout process. You should see my name listed as hostess.
Two Cool FREE Cards—I'll send two cool, completed cards to anyone who orders!
Bonus For Every $25—You'll receive an extra entry for every $25 you spend!
Have Your Wishlist Ready!
If you're drawn as the winner of the Mystery Hostess Benefits, I'll need to get your selections before 8pm on March 22, so I can get the order in before the end of the promotion. I'll notify the winner by email and/or phone before 12:30 pm on March 22. If you don't think you'll be available to contact during this time, please email a list of your hostess selections up to $65 in value to me in advance.
Earn An Invitation To A FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp!
Don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details on this April 20 event!
Remember, the deadline is Friday, March 22, at noon EDT. You must enter the Hostess Code SUQVAF7D during the checkout process for your order to qualify.
If this Online Virtual Workshop is successful, I'll be offering more!
I'm doing a private class tonight (*waves to Angie*) and one of the projects we'll be creating features some of our awesome Sale-A-Bration exclusive items!
I embossed the Pool Party card front with the Honeycomb Texture Impressions Folder.
The banners are created with a 1-1/2" x 5" piece of Sycamore Street Designer Series Paper from Sale-A-Bration, that's fish-tailed at the bottom. A strip of 3/4" x 4-1/2" piece of Island Indigo card stock, also fish-tailed at the bottom, is layered on top.
A 3-1/2" piece of Tangerine Tango card stock that's been die-cut with Adorning Accents Edgelits is peeking out from under the banners. Rhinestone Jewels add some bling.
The focal point is created with the Patterned Occasions Sale-A-Bration stamp set, colored with coordinating markers, then punched out with the 2-1/2" Circle Punch. Super easy!
Here's a second version using the cute jeans image! Love it!
My Wow Techniques Class is tonight and this is the final project we'll be creating featuring embossed vellum butterflies.
In keeping with my butterfly theme for the month, I created these Two Cool cards using the Beautiful Butterflies Die to create a stunning, layered accent.
In Color Reminder:
I've been trying to do a lot of creating with my favorite colors from
the 2011-2013 In Colors because they'll be GONE in less than 3 months! Can you believe it?
I'm starting to get a little panicked because I love purples and I'm not
ready to give up my Wisteria Wonder!
Be sure to get all of your
favorite In Colors before they are gone with the new Annual Catalog
release on June 1, 2013.
Card Base: I trimmed a piece of 5-1/2" x 2-3/4" Melon Mambo with a Whisper White decorative border die-cut with the Finishing Touches Edgelits before adhering it to the Wisteria Wonder card stock base.
Butterfly Embellishment: Wow! This butterfly embellishment is amazing in person! I die-cut Wisteria Wonder card stock and Vellum Card stock layers in the two middle sizes on the Beautiful Butterflies Die.
I stamped You Are Loved flowers in VersaMark Ink on the larger vellum butterfly, then heat embossed with White Embossing Powder. The smaller vellum butterfly is stamped and embossed with the flourish from Creative Elements. TIP: You'll definitely need some tweezers to hold the vellum in place while heating.
I punched a 1/8" hole in the center of the two smaller butterfly layers and added the Designer Build-A-Brad. The center of the brad is stamped with an Melon Mambo Itty Bitty Bits flower and punched with the Itty Bitty Punch Pack Circle Punch to perfectly fit under the Build-a-Brad self-adhesive bubble-cover.
Lots of Dimensionals are used to give the butterfly a fantastic 3D look!
Labels Collection Fancy Fan Panel: The second version features a textured panel behind the butterfly. I cut the strip of Wisteria Wonder to be about 2-1/2" wide, then die-cut the top and bottom with a Labels Collection Framelit. It's textured with the Fancy Fan Texture Impressions Folder.
Embossed Sentiment: I used the sentiments from the Sale-A-Bration Bloomin' Marvelous stamp set. If you look closely, you'll see that (once again) I forgot to use my Embossing Buddy to eliminate the static and fingertip oils from my card. There are lots of little flecks...why don't I ever remember to do this?! It looks so much crisper and cleaner with this quick, extra step!
The scalloped edges are from the Adorning Accents Edgelits.
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
As soon as I saw this project, I KNEW that I had to make it! I love the Bloomin' Marvelous Sale-A-Bration stamp set and the color combination is so soft and pretty! Michelle Hoover's version of this card was featured in my Sunday Showcase, and she gave me the idea to add the textured embossing.
This card design has a fun combinatoin of techniques, so it was a shoo-in project for my Wow Techniques Class tomorrow night! I still have a few spots left—contact me by 9pm tonight if you want to attend!
See my Wow Techniques Class page for details and how to get your class for FREE every month by signing up for my Stamp Club!
The Primrose Petals card base is 4-1/4" x 11" folded in half. I added a 5-1/4" x 4" piece of Core'dinations Primrose Petals card stock, embossed with the Honeycomb Texture Impressions Folder and lightly sanded. TIP: I've found that with my Honeycomb Folder, I have to go to "no tabs" on the Multipurpose Platform, otherwise some of the hexagons tear apart, even when I sand lightly.
I used a 1-3/4" Circle Punch to punch a window through both card front layers. TIP: The window will punch out cleanly if you punch it in one, quick, forceful push.
I stamped a piece of 1-1/2" x 4-1/4" piece of Whisper White with the elements from Bloomin' Marvelous. I started with one Pool Party Butterfly, then added a few Primrose Petals Flowers, and finished off by filling in the spaces with Crumb Cake leaves.
After mounting it on a piece of 1-3/4" x 4-1/4" piece of Crumb Cake, I wrapped and tied a Pool Party Satin Ribbon from the Sale-a-Bration Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack, before adhering it to the card front.
My favorite part is the cool window opening! I stamped my sentiment in Primrose Petals on scrap Whisper White, then punched it out with the 1-3/4" Circle Punch. Adhere it with SNAIL through the window onto the inside of the card.
I decorated around the window with Crumb Cake leaves from the Bird Builder Punch. The pretty butterfly is created with two punched layers: Elegant Butterfly Punch with Pool Party card stock and Bitty Butterfly Punch with the Bloomin' Marvelous butterfly stamp in Pool Party ink on Whisper White card stock. Both layers are popped with Dimensionals and topped with Pearl Jewels. Sweet!
For the second version, I tried the Lacy Brocade Texture Folder for the background.
This time I punched the sentiment out with the 1-3/8" Circle Punch, and layered it on a Crumb Cake 1-3/4" Circle punch-out. I added another Bitty Butterfly, too!
Even this stamped butterfly got some pearls this time! And I really love the new Natural Trim Ribbon with this color scheme! Oh yeah!
I also had to create Dawn's adorable matching treat holder! It's made with two Crumb Cake Two Tags die-cuts. Simply cut the tags about 3/4" down from the middle score line, adhere the flaps together with Sticky Strip, and fill with Hershey's Nuggets or a Fun-Size candy bar. Quick and cute!
Wow! Bring A Friend Bonus! If you are new to my Wow Techniques class, or if you bring a friend with you who is new, you'll get to create this coordinating projects tomorrow night! Contact me to reserve you (and your friend's) spot!
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
My monthly Wow Techniques Class is coming up on Friday, March 8, at 6:30pm, and, this month it's all about butterflies!
If you're in the Fort Wayne area and would like to join us, I still have a few openings left just for you! Please let me knowby 9pm on March 7!
See my Wow Techniques Class page for details and how to get your class for FREE every month by signing up for my Stamp Club!
I CASEd this Wow Techniques project from the example in the Spring Catalog on page 19. My favorite thing about this card is that it is stunning and QUICK!
The first card is exactly like the one featured in the catalog. I started with a Crumb Cake card base, stamped with the Sale-A-Bration Vintage Verses in VersaMark and embossed in Pool Party Embossing Powder.
The Swallowtail image is also stamped in VersaMark and embossed on a 4" square of Summer Starfruit.
The Wow comes when you add some Champagne Shimmer Mist Paint to the butterfly wings! Use a Sponge Dauber to gently rub on a thin layer, then allow to dry, or speed up the drying time by using the Heat Tool on the low setting.
The butterfly layer is popped up with Dimensionals.
This is the card we'll actually be creating at class! I liked the contrast of the Island Indigo card base behind the Summer Starfruit.
I also added a 1" x 5-1/2" piece of Pool Party card stock, texture embossed with the Fancy Fan Folder for more balanced Pool Party color.
The sentiment is from Lacy & Lovely. Heat embossing is a fantastic way to add a sentiment to dark colored card stock!
TIP: Be sure to rub your Embossing Buddy pad over the card stock before stamping so that you remove any static or oily residue from your fingers. You don't want any stray powder sticking where you don't want it to be.
That is it! You really need to see this one in person to get the full shimmery effect, but trust me, it's absolutely gorgeous!
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
I've seen this card design floating around the internet—it's certainly a popular one on Pinterest—so, I had to try it out on my own! I love the lovely layers and textures combined with the sweet flowers from the Oh, Hello stamp set.
I started with a card base in Very Vanilla, then started decorating a second layer in the same color card stock. The top 2/3 was embossed with the Honeycomb Texture Impressions Folder, leaving enough room for the sentiment stamped in Early Espresso.
I added some Early Espresso sponging around all of the edges and over the top of the embossing.
This is a great photo of all the fun layering and detail! I embossed the 4-1/4" x 2" piece of Early Espresso with the beautiful, scalloped Needlepoint Border Folder.
After adding a 4-1/4" x 1" piece of Tea For Two Designer Series Paper on top, I wrapped the entire layered Very Vanilla piece with the Island Indigo Satin Ribbon from the Sale-a-Bration Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack. That ribbon is SO soft and easy-to-tie! I wish it was sticking around after Sale-A-Bration!
The flowers were colored on the stamp with Island Indigo and Lucky
Limeade Markers before stamping, then punched out with the 1-3/4" Circle
Punch. I love the look of the Island Indigo 2-3/8" Scallop Circle
layered on top of the Early Espresso Window Frame Framelie die-cut.
Don't forget to add some detailing with the Paper Piercing Tool and Festive Paper Piercing Pack template!
Here's another version...Oh, Hello on the horizontal! :-D
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
My "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Thursday, February 28, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event. See more details.
Want to join us? Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 27, at 5pm.
Class-To-Go "Last Thursdays" Class Kit
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available! I include all the pre-cut, pre-punched, and pre-die-cut card supplies, plus embellishments, for all four cards. The Kits do not include pre-stamping, per Stampin' Up! policy.
Class-To-Go Card Kit Price:
FREE with a $50 order placed at my Online Store from now thru February 28, 2013. Please use the following Hostess Code: DA4HQKXA You'll also be able to select a FREE Sale-A-Bration item with your order!
$10 plus $5.60 for shipping (or pick it up at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN). Contact me for payment details.
Order Online today to qualify for your FREE "Last Thursdays" Class Kit! Please use Hostess Code: DA4HQKXA
I'm trying to get lots of projects made with the Bloomin' Marvelous Sale-A-Bration set because I love, Love, LOVE it! It's gonna be gone WAY too soon for me! I swear they do this to me every.single.year. I'm still not over Happy Moments from 2010, Bliss from 2011, and Fresh Vintage from 2012! Those dang limited-time-only sets!
But, I digress...
The flowers and leaves from Bloomin' Marvelous are perfect for creating a randomly stamped background in all kinds of colors! I couldn't wait to try this Baja Breeze and Old Olive combination for one of my "Last Thursdays" cards this month!
I started by embossing the bottom 3/4" of the card front with the Vine Street Texture Impressions Folder, another FREE Sale-A-Bration selection with your $50 order placed before March 22, 2013.
My 4-1/4" x 1-1/4" piece of Whisper White card stock was first stamped three times with the Baja Breeze flower, then filled in with the Old Olive leaves. I trimmed each edge with a decorative border die-cut with the Finishing Touches Edgelits.
My Whisper White banner is the same size as the stamped piece, 4-1/4" x 1-1/4". I snipped the fishtail end, but you could use a corner of the 1-1/4" Square Punch to make it more symmetrical.
The hand-cut hummingbird is popped up with Dimensionals. The Paper Snips are absolutely AWESOME for detailed cutting like this! They are a must-have for any crafter!
I changed the orientation of the embossing folder, but still used it on only part of the front.
Big Shot Embossing TIP: If the embossing folder is too wide to go through the Big Shot unless you close the card around the folder, then I recommend opening the tabs on your Multipurpose Platform (no tabs used). Closing the card around the folder creates another layer, which may be too much pressure, and the deep embossing may cut through your card stock. Eliminating a tab layer will ease up the pressure for a lighter, better impression.
If you love the Bloomin' Marvelous stamp set as much as I do, get it now—it's FREE with your $50 order!
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
My "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Thursday, February 28, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event. See more details.
Want to join us? Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 27, at 5pm.
Class-To-Go "Last Thursdays" Class Kit
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available! I include all the pre-cut, pre-punched, and pre-die-cut card supplies, plus embellishments, for all four cards. The Kits do not include pre-stamping, per Stampin' Up! policy.
Class-To-Go Card Kit Price:
FREE with a $50 order placed at my Online Store from now thru February 28, 2013. Please use the following Hostess Code: DA4HQKXA You'll also be able to select a FREE Sale-A-Bration item with your order!
$10 plus $5.60 for shipping (or pick it up at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN). Contact me for payment details.
Order Online today to qualify for your FREE "Last Thursdays" Class Kit! Please use Hostess Code: DA4HQKXA
I love the Feeling Sentimental stamp set from the Sale-A-Bration Catalog, because it's a little different than most stamp sets offered right now. The images are versatile enough to go from shabby chic vintage to classic elegance!
I typically share "two cool" versions of my cards, but how could I stop there when there are "three cool" images in this set?! My "Last Thursdays" attendees will have the choice to make any of these versions, or branch out on their own, at our class this week. Woohoo! Can't wait!
Clean and simple! I started with a Crumb cake base, then added a 4" x 5-1/4" layer of Cherry Cobbler. The 2" x 5-1/4" Parker's Patterns Designer Series Paper creates a fun contrast with the old-fashion bicycle image.
I stamped the images with Early Espresso onto 2-3/4" x 3-1/2" Very Vanilla card stock and layered it on 2-7/8" x 3-5/8" Early Espress card stock. I stamped the sentiment from the same set onto a 3-1/2" x 3/4" piece of Crumb Cake, then snipped the ends into fish-tails.
I added two brads before popping up with Dimensionals. My brads are retired antique copper colored ones, but you can find pretty antique brass ones in the Metallic Brads assortment currently available.
Using the same elements on a horizontal version featuring the ferris wheel.
This time I tried a different sentiment...it's from the Paper Pumpkin Welcome Kit and I thought it worked perfectly with the phone booth! I punched it out with the Extra Large Oval Punch.
Find all the supplies to create these projects & more at my Online Store!
Check out all of the Sale-A-Bration items you can earn...choose one FREE item for every $50 you spend!
And, don't forget that you can earn a FREE Sale-A-Bration Celebration Stamp Camp when you place at least $150 in orders during Sale-A-Bration! Click the above link for details!
Next week is my monthly "Last Thursdays" cards class—will you be joining us?! We focus on basic stamping techniques, making it the perfect class for beginner stampers, but stamping enthusiasts will have just as much fun! This is my most popular class, so contact me right away to reserve your spot!
February "Last Thursdays" Monthly Card Class
My "Last Thursdays" card class is coming up this Thursday, February 28, at 6:30pm at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN. Make 4
cards for $10 or the class is FREE with an order* placed at the event.
This month, we'll be focusing on a couple of Sale-A-Bration items and more from the Spring Catalog! I always give you lots of choices for sentiments, so you'll be able to customize the cards to fit your own special occasions.
Oh, Hello Window Frame—This one is loaded with techniques: texture embossing, die-cutting, coloring with markers, sponging, and piercing!
9 Butterflies—Use the Bitty Butterfly punch for a fun pattern.
Feeling Sentimental Chevrons—Quick and clean stamping with a masculine feel.
Bloomin' Marvelous Hummingbird—So soft and pretty! Features random stamping, edgelits, and texture embossing.
Want to join us? Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 27, at 5pm.
*Minimum order is $20 for the FREE class. Workshop, private class, Stamp Club and other class orders do not qualify.
Class-To-Go "Last Thursdays" Class Kit
Can't make it to my class? Class-To-Go Card Kits are available! I include all the pre-cut, pre-punched, and pre-die-cut card supplies, plus embellishments, for all four cards. The Kits do not include pre-stamping, per Stampin' Up! policy.
Please note:
You'll need to add your own stamped images, inks, and adhesives to
complete the cards. Kits available while supplies last. Available in
the US only.
Class-To-Go Card Kit Price:
FREE with a $50 order placed at my Online Store from now thru February 28, 2013. Please use the following Hostess Code: DA4HQKXA You'll also be able to select a FREE Sale-A-Bration item with your order!
$10 plus $5.60 for shipping (or pick it up at my Too Cool Stamping Studio in Fort Wayne, IN). Contact me for payment details.
I've wanted to try this card ever since I received this swap from Maggie Patterson at Leadership. It's so simple and clean, but so cute! It makes a perfect card for my "Last Thursdays" class!
I used the colors straight from the Sale-A-Bration Sycamore Street Ribbon & Button Pack for this version, beginning with a Tangerine Tango card base. The corners of the card base, as well as two of the corners of the 4" x 5-1/4" Whisper White layer are rounded with the Corner Rounder Punch. It's a nice, subtle detail.
I punched Bitty Butterflies out of Tangerine Tango, Rich Razzleberry and Pool Party card stock and adhered them with SNAIL. I added another popped up Pool Party butterfly to the center one and added some Rhinestone Jewels.
I wrapped Pool Party Baker's Twine around the card twice and tied in a knot without the button. I tried to tie the Sycamore Street button directly to the twine, but it was too floppy for my taste. Instead, I just added another small piece of twine to the button and tied it, then adhered the button over the top of the wrapped twine with two Glue Dots.
OK—this one is my favorite! I love the colors and I added some cool patterns and textures when you look closely...
The Rich Razzleberry butterflies are texture embossed with the Square Lattice Impressions Folder. I added a Tiny Tags flourish pattern on the Pool Party butterflies with the same color ink. And, the Melon Mambo ones are stamped in the same color with a pattern from Beyond Plaid, then popped up with Dimensionals.
The little added details of patterns and textures really bring this sweet card to a whole new level! Love it!
The Sassy Salutations stamped sentiment adds a touch of whimsy in Rich Razzleberry.
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