In the past Stampin’ Up has created stamps that are a definition of a word. These have always been a favorite of mine. They make a quick and simple card easily. And now there is a new definition set. I am so excited!!
Stamp Set
This adorable definition stamp is part of the Well Defined stamp set. It is new in the Mini Catalog which just became available. The stamp set is on page 62. The other definitions are for Halloween, Holiday, Christmas, Winter, and a To / From. These would make wonderful tags for gifts!
I wanted this to be a fairly clean looking card, so the definition is the focal point. It is stamped using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and die cut with the frames from the Hippo & Friends Dies.
Paper and Embellishments
Since I tend to think of Gratitude along with Thanksgiving and Fall, I used a fall themed DSP. This piece is from the Harvest Meadow Designer Series Paper. It is another new item from the Mini Catalog. The embossed background is the Bark 3D Embossing Folder. It plays wonderfully with the Crumb Cake and Fall theme.
The finishing touch for the card was simply layering the sentiment with the Hippo & Friends Dies. I then added a three strip length of Linen Thread which I tied into a bow. Linen Thread is a favorite for masculine and nature type cards. Plus it is so easy to work with.
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I really love when Stampin’ Up! goes an extra step in coordination of products. With the debut of the 2nd part of Sale-A-Bration, there are a couple of SAB products that coordinate with Mini Catalog products. That is a Win/Win for everyone. Buy part and get a part free.
I am showcasing one of the stamps from the Mini Catalog. I did not utilize the SAB matching paper in this card. I did not have it on hand yet.
Stamp Bundle
The Penguin Place Bundle is so stinking cute! There are so many things to love about it. The first, for me anyway, is that it is a Punch Bundle! I love punches and that makes the price point a bit lower as well. Plus, there are anytime of year stamps to go along with the expected winter ones. To be able to use a “winter” stamp set in the summer is a wonderful bonus to me.
All of the stamps I used on this card, with the exception of the party hat, are included in the stamp set. The punch cuts the full penguin, if you stamped him. Or it cuts a white piece with a larger black piece that you can layer to make your penguin. And since the feet are punched separately, they can be placed like he/she is sitting or standing. It is just as very versatile set!
Details
This card is a birthday card for a friend. So I went with soft colors of Pool Party and Highland Heather. I love the balloon in the stamp set for an occasion like a birthday. The balloon is stamped directly onto the layer. And the string is a separate stamp, and being photopolymer, it can be manipulated a bit as to its angles.
For the banner I wanted to tie in a bit of the black from the penguin. I thought this was the place to do it. Pairing that with the Pool Party softens even the black. And using the Banners Pick A Punch makes the sentiment stand out even more.
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I hope you have your new Mini Catalog and the Sale-A-Bration catalog! They are both awesome! This is the first time for a 2 SAB. I love the idea of spitting up this Free products event. Today I am sharing one of the stamp sets that is available when you purchase $100.00 in product. It is the Delicate Dahlias.
Stamps
I love this Delicate Dahlias stamp set. This flower is a two step stamp, but it also has the definition and shading in the filler stamp. It really produces a lovely image. I used Misty Moonlight Ink for the filler stamp and Night of Navy Ink for the outline. They really work well together.
The sentiment is from the stamp set also. I finished both the flower and the sentiment with a bit of bling. These are the Blue Adhesive Gems. The different sizes are great and definitely needed the larger one for the flower.
Paper
To compliment the blue flower I went with this great piece of DSP from the Beauty of the Earth Designer Series Paper. It is one of the most vibrant ones in the pack. And the mix of blues and cajun craze are a perfect blend.
There are other great choices in the paper, but I went with the Misty Moonlight and Cajun Craze for my background and layers. The sentiment and background are given added dimension with the Banner Pick A Punch.
Measurements
Misty Moonlight card base is cut 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 scored and folded at 4 1/4
Basic White layer is 5 1/4 X 4
DSP layer is 5 1/8 X 3 7/8
Cajun Craze flower layer is 3 1/8 X 3 1/8
Flower layer is 3 X 3
Sentiment layer of Cajun Craze is 3/4 X 2 3/4
Sentiment is 5/8 X 2 1/2
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Before I get to today’s project, I wanted to remind you it is the last day of the Designer Series Paper Sale!! 15% Off of select Designer Series Paper from the Annual Catalog. The list is at the bottom of the post, so don’t forget to check it out.
Today I am using one of those gorgeous papers that are on sale. It is the Beauty Of The Earth Designer Series Paper. For the time of year with all of the green we have going on, I opted for the pattern with a lot of green in it.
Products
For what appears to be a rather simple card, I used quite a lot of different products. I did a mix & match on this one for sure. The beginning of the card was this sheet of DSP. The wood is the back side of the green trees and leaves.
To continue the nature look I added a dandelion. Those things grow everywhere!! This one is from the Garden Wishes and the matching Dandy Wishes Dies. These were a Bundle, but now are only available individually.
The sentiment is from the Grapevine Bundle. It fits perfectly inside the matching die. And with the shape of the die, it does not need a layer behind it.
Layout
With the nature theme from the paper, I was pleasantly surprised when I saw the back of the paper was the wood look. After seeing that I wanted to use both sides. This is a simple layout that enables me to do that without using a lot more of the DSP. The DSP is cut 3 3/4 X 5. I then cut it to 2 1/2 X 5 and 1 3/4 X 5. The White layer behind is 4 X 5 1/4, so a normal layer size.
The finishing touches are very simple. The ribbon is a wonderful one that I was thrilled to see carry over to the Annual Catalog. It is Early Espresso Faux Suede Trim. The ribbon looks thick, but is dreamy to work with. And for the finishing touch I added some of the Genial Gems. A large one is in the center of the Dandelion and two smaller ones with the sentiment.
Last Day of the Designer Series Paper Sale
The picture below shows the Designer Series Papers that are included in the Sale. There are 9 to choose from!!
HOST CODE
My August Host Code is Y4GZ7QNY. Please use this code for orders under $150.00. I will have a small gift for those with orders over $50.00 in addition to the Perk Rewards Program. You can read all of the information at the top of the page in the Menu Bar under SHOP / Perks.
Thank you for stopping by today. I hope you enjoyed today’s project and will come back. I do read and reply to all of the comments individually. They mean a lot to me. Please reach out if you have a question.
I wanted to send out one last reminder regarding my Paper Share for the Mini and SAB catalogs. Here is the flyer explaining what you will receive if you sign up.
Also, there are only two days left on the Designer Series Paper sale! Don’t miss out on that either.
The picture below shows the Designer Series Papers that are included in the Sale. There are 9 to choose from!!
HOST CODE
My July Host Code is 2GKGF4Q7. Please use this code for orders under $150.00. I will have a small gift for those with orders over $50.00 in addition to the Perk Rewards Program. You can read all of the information at the top of the page in the Menu Bar under SHOP / Perks.
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