Welcome! Have you seen the new Quite Curvy bundle sneak peeks? I’ve got another one for you today an it’s a fancy fold.
As soon as I saw the curvy leaf die, I knew I wanted to create a card using the Forever Greenery DSP. Did you know the DSP is currently on sale until October 31, 2020. It’s such a pretty, and very versatile, paper pack, you’ll want to have a couple of packages on hand.
Because I nested two of the curvy dies, I was able to achieve this unique edge detail on my Quite Curvy fancy fold. And all those little leaves that fall out, keep them. They will make fabulous shaker card bits. I’m storing mine in a empty embellishment container. Here’s a cute trick and technique to use with that curvy leaf die. Create a stencil, so that you can embellish your cards and envelopes.
By spritzing my cardstock with Champagne Shimmer Mist, I killed two birds with one stone. After the cardstock dried, I cut the image in the center. The bits that fell out were ready to use as shimmery little images scattered about my card. And now I had a stencil for decorating my envelope. I’m going to store the stencil in my stamp case for furture projects.
I love that the Quite Curvy stamp set has lots of sentiments to coordinate not only with the curvy dies, but just like this sweet little Hello. And did you notice that stinkin’ cute little bird. There are three bird images in the set, each with a different profile and look.
Because the stamp set is photopolymer you can bend and straighten the curvy stamps to fit your need. You know I’ve got you covered with a free video tutorial, right?
Here’s how the magic happens.
Card Base – Thick Whisper White CS – 10 1/2″ x 5 1/2″, cut the edge with the Curvy Dies, then trim to 10″, score @ 4 1/4″ and 8 1/2″. Voila, you have your fancy fold card base complete with a fancy curvy edge. Stamp the outside and inside sentiments in Pretty Peacock.
Mats – Pretty Peacock CS – one @ 5 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ and one @ 5 1/2″ x 1 1/2″
DSP Mats – Forever Greenery CS – one @ 5 1/2″ x 2″ and one @ 5 1/2″ x 1 1/4″
Stamped Images – Whisper White CS – 3 3/4″ x 3″, stamp the branchy image, bird and Hello greeting in Pretty Peacock. Die cut the greeting with the die from the Stitched So Sweetly set. Color the branchy image and bird with the Pretty Peacock, Shaded Spruce and Soft SeaFoam Stampin Blends. Die cut with the dies from the Curvy die set.
Small Leaves – Pretty Peacock CS – 3″ x 6″. You will use this piece of cardstock for your stencil as well. Spritz with Champagne Shimmer Mist, allow to dry. Cut with the die from the Curvy die set. Save the small leaves to decorate your card. Use the stencil to roll Pretty Peacock ink onto your envelope.
Sprigs – Pretty Peacock CS and Soft SeaFoam CS – one each @ 1″ x 2 1/2″, cut with the die from the Curvy die set.
Gold Leaves – Forever Gold Laser-Cut Specialty Paper – three elements
I think you will really enjoy this unique new bundle. Be sure to check back soon, I’ve got a vintage version coming. Until next time, Create Something Beautiful!
Welcome! Ready for a quick & easy card? Today’s very happy Celebrate Sunflowers card was designed by my WOW Team Member, Klarissa Nightingale. Every month, I host a Team Challenge on our exclusive team Facebook page. It’s so much fun. We enjoy everyone’s enthusiasm and creativity. Our September challenge was make a card, send a card. But, the creator had to share the story of who would be receiving it. After the challenge concluded, all names were placed on the prize wheel and Klarissa’s won.
So, today, I will be featuring her card here on my blog and in my video tutorial. I love it when a card packs the WOW factor, but is still quick and easy to recreate. I didn’t have the same sheet of DSP that Klarissa used, so I chose another gorgeous sheet from the pack. Here’s my rendition.
Did you know that there really is a quick & easy way to adhere intricate dies without getting glue everywhere? Because I backed my Whisper White CS with Stampin’ Up!’s adhesive sheet, I was able to create a sticker. Peel off the protective backing and voila, you are ready to adhere to that gorgeous DSP.
Klarissa stepped things up by embossing her Whisper White mat with the Subtle 3D Embossing Folder. Embossing folders are such an economical way to enhance your cards. This one is worth it’s weight in gold.
After trimming up the largest sunflower on the upper left, I just couldn’t bring myself to throw away the offcuts. No worries, I’ve added them to inside of the card. But wait, there were more lovely cards in our challenge. I would for you to see and enjoy them.
I’m so proud of everyone. And I’ll bet that the receipients of these cards were thrilled. Here’s Klarissa’s card in detail. Hope you give it a try.
Here’s how the magic happens.
Card Base – Juse Jade CS – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored @ 5 1/2″
Mat – Magenta Madness CS – 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″
Embossed Mat – Whisper White CS – 4″ x 5 1/4″, embossed with the Subtle 3D Embossing Folder.
Sunflowers & Leaves – Flowers for Every Season DSP – 6″ x 6″, cut with the dies from the Sunflower set.
Detail Sunflowers & Leaves – Whisper White CS – 3 1/2″ x 8 1/2″, back the CS with Adhesive Sheets before running through the die cutting machine with the dies from the Sunflower set.
Sentiment – Whisper White CS – 1″ x 4 1/4″, stamp the sentiment from the Celebrate Sunflowers set in Magenta Madness. Hand-cut the image.
Flower Center – Bumblebee CS – 2 1/2″ x 1 1/4″, cut two with the die from the Sunflower set.
Ribbon – Flowers for Every Season Ribbon Pack – 5″
I’m excited to share another technique with you all today. This time it’s the Faux Linen Technique, vintage style. This is another oldie, but goodie, one I love to create with. All you need is a little tissue paper, stamps and ink. Let’s get started so I can share this fabulous technique with you.
Isn’t that stamp set yummy and oh so vintage? It’s the Very Versailles set from the Annual Catalog. My color palette is Whisper White, Sahara Sand Pear Pizzazz and Rich Razzelberry.
I hope you can see the faux linen technique on the stamped mat. I’ve stamped the images on tissue paper. Yep, that’s right. You know, that tissue paper you use to wrap presents with. How economical is this technique?
Creating handmade flowers is another one of my favorite things to do. I’ve created these with the Small Bloom Punch and a little Rich Razzelberry ink. That gorgeous flower center is one of the Frosted Expoxy Droplets.
To create the faux linen technique, just stamp on the tissue, allow it dry and then crumple it up to create all that lovely texture and interest. Then apply wet glue to your card stock mat and mount the tissue paper to the mat. It’s just that easy. In today’s video tutorial, I’ll teach you, not only the technique, but the flower shaping as well. Enjoy!
Here’s how the magic happens.
Card Base – Thick Whisper White CS – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored @ 5 1/2″
Mats – Rich Razzelberry CS – two @ 4″ x 5 1/4″
Inside Mat – Whisper White CS – 3 3/4″ x 5″
Technique Mat – Whisper White CS – 3 3/4″ x 5″
Sentiment Label – Rich Razzelberry CS – 3 1/2″ x 2 1/4″, cut with the die from the Ornate Frames set.
Sentiment – Whisper White CS – 1 1/2″ x 3 1/2″, cut with the die from the Ornate Frames set.
Flowers – Whisper White CS – 1″ x 7″, punch six images with the Small Bloom Punch. Ink with Rich Razzelberry ink.
Leaves – Pear Pizzazz CS – 3/4″ x 5 1/2″, punch six images with the Apple Builder Punch.
Branches – Vellum CS – two @ 2 1/4″ 4 1/4″, cu with the die from the Birds & More die set.
Enevelope – Whisper White
Ribbon – Snowflake Splendor – 6″
Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets – 3 large frosted
Faux Linen Technique Versailles Card – Product List
I’ve got an oldie, but goodie, technique for you guys today. It’s the wax paper resist technique. Grab your favorite embossing folders, a sheet of wax paper and your iron. Yes, you know that thing you use to get the wrinkles out of your clothes. We’re going to use it in a fun way instead.
Because I created my wax paper resist technique on Shimmery White Card Stock, my card is nice and sparkly. That card stock holds up to techniques, especially those with water. But, today it’s all about our embossing folders.
Isn’t that gorgeous flower from the Prized Peony set the perfect addition to this card. Coloring with Stampin’ Blends was also pretty quick and easy.
I know, you’re asking, how did you do that? Let’s break it down. First heat up your iron to the highest setting, but no steam. Next, cut 2 pieces of Shimmery White Card Stock. Why, two? Because with the wax paper resist technique you can create two mats at once. Emboss your piece of wax paper and then sandwich it in between the two pieces of card stock. Enclose the sandwich inside a piece of aluminum foil and iron away. It will only take about 10 seconds or so to melt the wax and transfer the pattern.
Now you’re ready to roll on your color of choice. Today, mine is Rococo Rose. It’s a fabulous dusty rose, and works well with vintage designs.
By using both the dark and light Rococo Rose Stampin’ Blend, it’s very easy to create shadows on this gorgeous peony. I stamped everything on this card in Basic Gray. That’s a very classic color combination. Watch how easy the wax paper resist technique comes together.
Here’s how the magic happens.
Card Base – Thick Very Vanilla CS – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored at 5 1/2″
Mats – Basic Gray CS – two @ 4″ x 5 1/4″
Inside Mat – Very Vanilla CS – 3 3/4″ x 5″
Technique Mat – Shimmery White CS – 3 3/4″ x 5″
Flower – Shimmery White CS – 4 1/4″ x 3 1/2″, color with blends and die cut with the die from the Peony set.
Sentiment Accent – Basic Gray CS – 2 1/2″ x 2 1/2″, cut with the die from the Ornate Frames set.
Sentiment – Shimmery White CS – 2 1/2″ x 2″, cut with the die from the Ornate Frames set.
Let’s make today Ridiculously Awesome! I’ve got four fabulous card designs I can’t wait to share with you. My card designs include a little heat embossing, a watercolor wash, paper piecing and so much more. So, sit back relax and enjoy.
What came to your mind when you saw the collection? I’m hoping you had thoughts like, fun, happy, and inspirational. Let’s take a quick look at each one. Because I needed a card to send to my beautiful daughter, I created the first of my Ridiculously Awesome set.
Jennifer is starting a new teaching position in the middle of a global pandemic. Additionally, kids are both in person and virtual. Talk about a huge task at hand. It was important that she knew I was thinking about her and I have no doubt she’s got this!! The Artistry Blooms Designer Series Paper is fun, colorful and full of happiness. Including that in the deisgn was a no-brainer. Another way to add some importance to the sentiment was by adding that sweet ribbon zig-zag.
This card makes me smile so much. I remember singing that “you are my sunshine” song to kids when they were little. By adding in a wash of Crushed Curry and Pumpkin Pie, I think it enhanced the look of rays of sunshine. What do you think? One of the best features of the Ridiculously Awesome set is that you can combine it with lots of others in your stash. In the next card, I’ve used the His Love set.
I’ve got a couple friends that could use this message in their life right about now. I’m excited to put a few in the mail this week. As a result, I hope to put some smiles on a few faces. What do you think of the soothing color palette of Balmy Blue, Whisper White and Night of Navy? Next up, is a fabulous card designed by my WOW Team Member, Lisa Lepine.
That gorgeous Artistry Blooms DSP did most of the work. But, I’m also lovin’ the little cutting technique Lisa incorporated. Not only did Lisa created this stinkin’ cute card, but a whole set as well.
Each month, I host a Team Challenge on our Team Facebook Page. All those that participate enter the drawing. We pick a winning ticket and that card is highlighted here on my blog and YouTube Channel. Speaking of which, I’ve filmed a tutorial that includes all the Ridiculously Awesome cards in today’s post.
Futhermore, as a little thank you to all my followers and subscribers, I’ve prepared a FREE PDF for all the cards in today’s video. Just click the link below to download, save or print. Enjoy!!!
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Hi and Welcome! Are you smiling? I hope my Mason Jar of Daisies brings you some joy today. Daisies are perhaps the most cheerful plant on the planet. The meaning of daisies is related to their cheerful appearance. They are flowers that symbolize positivity.
A friend of mine needed a pick-me-up this week. So, I broke out my punches and created this sweet mason jar of daisies happy card.
Here’s a little trivia for you. The daisy flower actually contains two flowers: the petals and the cluster of disc petals are two separate flowers. Daisy flowers also symbolize a new beginning, with fresh hopes, as they close their petals at dawn and open them once again when the sun shines. This card just makes me happy.
First of all, I wanted the card to be simple to reproduce. I’m teaching a class of 12 and wanted everyone to be successful and happy. Stampin’ Up! punches to the rescue. I’ve combined the Medium Daisy and Small Bloom to create the sweet mason jar of daisies. By adding a little of the greenery from the Forever Flourishing die set, my arrangement was complete.
Finally, adding the cute mason jar shaker dome, I was able to cut some stems to give a realistic feel to my mason jar of daisies. Another great touch was to add a watercolor wash in the background. It gives the appearance of water in the jar.
While I used Christmas paper, you’ld never know it. The Toile Tidings DSP is a returning fave from last year’s holiday catalog. The plaid pattern was perfect for this card. I would love to share my free video tutorial with you. Hope you decide to create one of these very happy cards.
Here’s how the magic happens.
Card Base – Thick Very Vanilla CS – 4 1/4″ x 11″, scored @ 5 1/2″
Mats – Garden Green CS – two @ 4″ x 5 1/4″
DSP Mat – Toile Tidings DSP – 3 3/4″ x 5″, punch the bottom center wih the Jar Punch.
Inside Mat – Very Vanilla CS – 3 3/4″ x 5″
Inside Accent Band – Toile Tidings DSP – 3/4″ x 5″
Backer for the Mason Jar – Very Vanilla CS – 3 1/2″ x 3 1/2″, watercolor wash with Balmy Blue ink.
Daisies – Very Vanilla CS – 11″ x 2 1/2″, punch 6 images with the Medium Daisy punch.
Daisy Centers – Crushed Curry CS – 3 1/2″ x 1 1/4″, punch 3 images with the Small Bloom punch.
Leaves – Garden Green CS – 3 1/4″ x 4″, cut with the die from the Forever Flourishing die set.
Stems – Garden Green CS – three @ 1/4″ x 3 1/2″
Tag – Very Vanilla CS – scrap – punch tag with the Gift Bow Builder punch.
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