Feb 12, 2021 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
I grew up playing in the sand on San Diego beaches. During my teenage years, I drew a heart, or two, with different initials. You know what I mean? Ocean waves serve as an eraser, but, once written those memories remain in your heart forever.
writing in the sand
A card base (8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″) of Sahara Sand is a natural choice, right? And, it blends beautifully with the Sand & Sea Designer Paper. It looks so real, I felt like I needed to brush the sand off my work table.
A Be Mine Stitched Die, in the shape of a heart, was used to “draw” my heart in the sand. Then, I used Well Written Dies to write “love you” in the sand with Crumb Cake Cardstock.
After layering the heart for thickness, I raised it on Dimensionals.
Seaweed was created with the large Seaside & Seashells Die and Crumb Cake Cardstock. After using the Seashells Embossing Folder on the cut cardstock, I snipped a piece, and added it to the scene.
The two shells and starfish are from the Friends Are Like Seashells Stamp Set, stamped in Sahara Sand Ink, Blushing Bride Ink, and Smoky Slate Ink, on Basic White Cardstock. After fussy cutting the shells along their lines, I molded them with my fingers, and attached them with Dimensionals.
The Opal Rounds are so gorgeous, I couldn’t resist adding a few, as a final touch.
I was inspired by the Paper Players.
My February Host Code Gift
Add my Host Code (BDVFUSPH) in the box provided when you order a minimum of $50.00 in the month of February, and I will send the Ladybug Trinkets (20 pieces; Antique Gold) to you in March. Incidentally, they attach securely with a Glue Dot.
My February Drawing Prize
This month’s drawing will be the Dandelion Wishes (cling stamp set). It’s on page 73 of the current 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Your name will be entered in the drawing when you place a minimum $100 order in February. I’ll announce the winner March 1st.
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join.
During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets.
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
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Feb 11, 2021 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
I’ve been in Valentine card-making mode, so I’m continuing with one in neutral colors. I’m thinking this would appeal to guys, don’t you agree?
Valentine in Neutrals
A card base in Crumb Cake Cardstock is always a good bet for guys, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Next, I cut a layer of Basic White Cardstock, 5″ X 3 3/4″, and used a Be Mine Stitched Die to cut the band of hearts across the center. This die is great, because it cuts a “frame” of hearts, and also gives you 21 little hearts. But for this card, I glued the frame back in the hole (inlaid), after backing the white layer with wood texture, In Good Taste Designer Paper. I hope this makes sense.
Once my heart layer was glued together, I backed it with True Love Designer Paper, 1/8″ larger, giving it a narrow, black & white, diagonal border.
The banner was cut from Brushed Metallic Cardstock, using the Banner Triple Punch, 1″ X 1 3/4″. I gave it some texture with the Subtle Textured Embossing Folder. The punch is a handy tool that you can check out in my Product List below.
The heart by the banner was cut from True Love Designer Paper with a Be Mine Stitched Die. I backed it for thickness, gave it a Linen Thread bow, and attached it with Dimensionals.
“Sent with love” is from the Itty Bitty Greetings Stamp Set, stamped in Stazon Ink, and cut with a Floral Gallery Die. Don’t you love the perforated edge?
I was inspired by the sketch and colors at Fusion.
My February Host Code Gift
Add my Host Code (BDVFUSPH) in the box provided when you order a minimum of $50.00 in the month of February, and I will send the Ladybug Trinkets (20 pieces; Antique Gold) to you in March. Incidentally, they attach securely with a Glue Dot.
My February Drawing Prize
This month’s drawing will be the Dandelion Wishes (cling stamp set). It’s on page 73 of the current 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Your name will be entered in the drawing when you place a minimum $100 order in February. I’ll announce the winner March 1st.
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join.
During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets.
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
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Feb 10, 2021 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards, Pals Blog Hop |
Hello, welcome to the Stampin’ Pretty Pals’ Blog Hop! This month our Design Team created “Birthday Bonanza” projects to inspire you to make for all of your family and friends. We hope you enjoy and are inspired by them! Don’t forget to leave comments because we all love hearing from you! At the end of my post, you will find the full line-up to help you “hop” along from Pal to Pal.
For all the dog lovers, or anyone young at heart, the Hot Dog Stamp Set is perfect for saying “Happy Birthday!” And, the Stitched With Whimsy Dies add to its whimsical flair.
Hot Dog!
I started off by using the largest Stitched Rectangles Die to cut Basic White Cardstock.
Then, I used the second to largest Stitched With Whimsy Die, which fits perfectly within the stitched rectangle. The Whimsy Dies are debossing tools, so unlike the Stitched Rectangles Dies that cut completely, they leave a detailed, stitched impression in the paper. You can see all the sizes in my Product List below.
Next, I glued a 4″ X 5″ piece of Bermuda Bay, from Brights 6X6 Designer Paper, to the back of the white, stitched piece. And, this was glued to the Granny Apple Green card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Now, for the darling dogs from the Hot Dog Stamp Set. I stamped them in Early Espresso Ink on Basic White Cardstock, cut them along their lines, and colored them with Stampin’ Blends in two colors: Crumb Cake and Cinnamon Cider.
Then, I glued the paws and tail of the one getting a ride, to the back of the other one, before attaching them with Dimensionals.
Prior to attaching the dogs, I positioned them, so I could stamp the balloons where the dogs would be able to hold onto the balloons by the strings. The balloons were stamped in Early Espresso Ink, colored with Bermuda Bay and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends.
I’m not sure where the expression, “hot dog” originated, but I’ve said it my entire life. Have you? It’s very appropriate with this stamp set, and I love how it’s combined with a birthday wish.
I stamped the sentiment in Early Espresso Ink, and cut it with a Stitched Rectangles Die, which provided a nice foundation for the two dogs.
Thanks so much for hopping by!
More inspiration awaits! Use the Blog Hop Line-up below to visit the rest of this month’s Design Team. My fellow Pals are excited to show you what they’ve created! Mark your calendars for our next blog hop on March 10th when our theme will be “Cute Critters” where the design team will be sharing projects that will feature critters of all sorts to inspire you. Don’t miss the fun! Until then, please stay safe and have fun in your craft room.
- Mary Fish at Stampin’ Pretty
- Melissa Seplowitz at The Stamping Ninja
- Peggy Noe at Pretty Paper Cards
- Lori Pinto at LollyPop Paper and Ink
- Rosanne Mulhern at Heartfelt Stamping
- Renae Novak at Blessed By Cards w/Renae Novak
- Su Mohr at Aromas And Art. ***YOU ARE HERE***
- Windy Ellard at Windy’s Wonderful Creations
- Deb Walker at Deb Stamps Life
- Stesha Bloodhart at Stampin’ Hoot!
- Tricia Chuba at ButterDish Designs
- Beth McCullough at Stamping Mom
- Jeanie Stark at Just Stampin’
- Rae Harper Burnet at Wild West Paper Arts
- Debbie Mageed at Secrets to Stamping
- Ann Murray at Murray Stamps INK
- Jackie Beers at Blue Line Stamping
- Jennifer Roque at Stamp Camp with Jen
- Pamela Sadler at Stampin Pink Rose
- Sara Stuart at Sentiments by Sara
- Lisa Milligan at Stamping Made Simple
- Leah O’Brien at Honey Bee Stamping & More!
- Sue Jackson at Just Peachy Stamping
- Debbie Crowley at expressively deb…
- Karen Hallam at Karen’s Stamping Habit
- Lisa Ann Bernard at Queen B Creations
- Mary Hanson at Up North Stampin’
- Lori Webb at Clever Copies
- Lynn Kolcun at Avery’s Owlery
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join. During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets. Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
You only have until the end of February to get this special offer.
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Feb 8, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
Who could resist this adorable sea turtle? He swam onto my card before I could stop him, and I let him stay.
Sea Turtle’s Thank You
Prior to the sea turtle’s arrival, I painted lines across the middle of Basic White Cardstock (5 1/2″ X 4 1/4″) with Stampin’ Blends in five colors: Mint Macaron, Pool Party, Shaded Spruce, Just Jade, and Bermuda Bay.
Next, I used a Whale Done stamp to add some dots in Pool Party Ink, and some in gold that I heat embossed. Then, I used the Largest Stitched Rectangles Die for cutting. Using the same die, with the second largest Stitched Rectangles Die, I cut a frame from Brushed Metallic Cardstock. While cutting, I placed the dies together, and I have a nice center section, saved for another card.
After gluing the frame to my white layer, I glued my art piece to a Just Jade card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″. And, that’s when the sea turtle appeared. I have to blame myself, because I cut him free from the Whale Of A Time Designer Paper, and Dimensionals were close by.
Fortunately, he was a very polite sea turtle, and wished to say “thank you,” which I found in the Special Someone Stamp Set. I stamped it in Just Jade Ink, and used the Special Day bubble die for cutting. He wanted to make sure everyone could see he was speaking, so I brushed the edges of the bubble with a Sponge Dauber and Just Jade Ink.
The sea turtle thought we needed more sparkle, so I obliged by adding some Whale Of A Time Sequins. Oops, they aren’t in my Product List, and if you need them, they are #152461.
Here is this week’s Global Design Project sketch, so you can see how this was my inspiration. I hope that you are inspired, as well, and will create a card that you’ll post in our gallery.
My February Host Code Gift
Add my Host Code (BDVFUSPH) in the box provided when you order a minimum of $50.00 in the month of February, and I will send the Ladybug Trinkets (20 pieces; Antique Gold) to you in March. Incidentally, they attach securely with a Glue Dot.
My February Drawing Prize
This month’s drawing will be the Dandelion Wishes (cling stamp set). It’s on page 73 of the current 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Your name will be entered in the drawing when you place a minimum $100 order in February. I’ll announce the winner March 1st.
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join.
During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets.
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
I’d love for you to join my Dream Makers Team, click here:
You can click on my shop button, or the pictures in my Product List, to go to my store. Have fun filling your shopping cart!
Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!
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Feb 7, 2021 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards, TGIF |
It’s always exciting to receive new product, and a box arrived on my doorstep yesterday. The January-June 2021 Catalog has so much to love, I couldn’t get it all at once. But, I have a feeling the Hot Dog Stamp Set and Stitched With Whimsy Dies will become fast favorites.
Puppy Love
I couldn’t wait to give the Stitched With Whimsy Dies a roll through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. This die is the second to largest, and fits perfectly on a 3 1/2″ X 4 3/4″ piece of Basic White Cardstock. The dies are debossing tools, so rather than completely cutting, they leave a detailed, stitched impression in the paper. You can see all the sizes in my Product List below.
After admiring the whimsical stitching, I backed the white layer with Real Red Cardstock, 1/8″ larger, giving it a 1/16″ border. Then, I glued both to a Smoky Slate card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Next, I stamped one of the smiling dogs from the Hot Dog Stamp Set, cut him free, and colored him with Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends. His smile is contagious, isn’t it?
In addition to cute pups, this stamp set also has some fun sentiments to coordinate. I stamped, “I love you, that’s the long and short of it,” on Peony Garden Designer Paper in Petal Pink. I liked the texture of this paper, rather than using solid cardstock. Then, I cut the heart with a Be Mine Stitched Die, and backed it for thickness.
The heart and pup were attached with Dimensionals, and my card, using exciting, new, product was complete. I’m already planning my next card with the Hot Dog Stamp Set that I’ll post on Wednesday!
I was inspired by the colors at TGIF.
My February Host Code Gift
Add my Host Code (BDVFUSPH) in the box provided when you order a minimum of $50.00 in the month of February, and I will send the Ladybug Trinkets (20 pieces; Antique Gold) to you in March. Incidentally, they attach securely with a Glue Dot.
My February Drawing Prize
This month’s drawing will be the Dandelion Wishes (cling stamp set). It’s on page 73 of the current 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Your name will be entered in the drawing when you place a minimum $100 order in February. I’ll announce the winner March 1st.
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join.
During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets.
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
I’d love for you to join my Dream Makers Team, click here:
You can click on my shop button, or the pictures in my Product List, to go to my store. Have fun filling your shopping cart!
Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!
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Feb 6, 2021 | Gallery, Hand-Crafted Cards |
Stenciling on cards is so much fun, and the Forever Gold Laser-Cut Paper makes a great stencil.
Stenciled Sun
I began with the idea of a sun, and chose a circular piece of Forever Gold Laser-Cut Paper with rays of foliage.
I held the stencil, with my hand, on top of Basic White Cardstock, 4′ X 5 1/4″, with the gold side down. Then, using a Blending Brush, I applied a small amount of Blushing Bride Ink, rubbed the bristles clean on scratch paper, and continued applying Bumblebee Ink to the “rays.” I started at the center, where I wanted darker color, and lighter as I moved outward.
No worries, if the stencil moves, because you can reposition it, and continue applying ink.
“Sending sunshine for a beautiful birthday” is from the Welcoming Window Stamp Set. I stamped it in Blushing Bride Ink on Basic White Cardstock, cut with a scalloped, Layering Circles Die, and attached it with Dimensionals.
After gluing my art piece to the Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″, I applied several sequins. I chose a green shade, from Whale Of A Time Sequins, to qualify as Just Jade for the Fab Friday card challenge.
My February Host Code Gift
Add my Host Code (BDVFUSPH) in the box provided when you order a minimum of $50.00 in the month of February, and I will send the Ladybug Trinkets (20 pieces; Antique Gold) to you in March. Incidentally, they attach securely with a Glue Dot.
My February Drawing Prize
This month’s drawing will be the Dandelion Wishes (cling stamp set). It’s on page 73 of the current 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Your name will be entered in the drawing when you place a minimum $100 order in February. I’ll announce the winner March 1st.
Would you like to get a 20% discount on everything you order? Sale-A-Bration is the perfect time to join.
During this time (January & February), you can choose your $125 Starter Kit for only $99. Plus, you’ll get a FREE exclusive gift from the upcoming catalog — an assortment of six 6″ x 6″ stacks of Designer Series Paper, 200 sheets.
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. The addition of the stacks of 6X6 Designer Paper during Sale-A-Bration is an added incentive, giving the kit a $182.50 value.
I’d love for you to join my Dream Makers Team, click here:
You can click on my shop button, or the pictures in my Product List, to go to my store. Have fun filling your shopping cart!
Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!
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