I have been on a “simple” card routine of late. Today is not really any different. I am showcasing a single flower paired with a sentiment to make you smile.
STAMPS& DIES
The focal flower today is from the Pretty Florals Bundle. I have stamped and Die cut the images previously, but not used the definition Die cuts. That is what I did today. I really love the detail on the cardstock flower. And adding the darker highlight really ups the beauty. And the matching detail in the leaves is just icing on the cake, or flower! I am so happy that I gave this set another look and studied it a little for all the possibilities. And there are more than what I have done today.
EXTRA DIES
To create the background for the flower as well as the sentiment layer, I turned to the Stylish Shapes Die set. This set is such a Go To for me. I love the layering Dies, and there always seems to be one that fits! The circle for the flower is the largest of the Circle Dies. And the banner for the sentiment is also the largest of that shape.
EXTRA STAMPS
This super sweet sentiment is a favorite of mine. For me, my cardmaking is to make me and others happy. So to get a smile from someone over a card I have made is my big reward. Naturally this sentiment would speak to me. And it is so nice to let those who do make us happy know about it. This wonderful sentiment is from the Sweet Blooms stamp set.
PAPERS
The floral DSP is what started the color choices for this card. And it is actually a back side of a large print. You know how I love using the reverse sides! This is from the Florals In Bloom Designer Series Paper. I pulled Petunia Pop from the DSP as well as the Bubble Bath. The green is Granny Apple Green and after using it for the leaves decided it was perfect as the card base color.
EXTRAS
To complete the card I only needed some bling. I chose to use the Flower Accents. There are a couple of different sizes of these. I went with the smallest and placed one at the flower center and the others on the sentiment layer. The mission was completed.
June Suite Sale
This is a super Sweet Suite sale. All Suites and Suite Products are 50% off. So any part of a suite, like a Bundle, or DSP, etc can be 50% off when you purchase one other. The key is to get two of similar price to get the most bang for your buck.
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
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My card today is using a stamp set that I new I had to have. I created this simple card as soon as I got it in my hands. We all need a hug on a regular basis. And if you love animals, then this one is for you.
STAMPS
This adorable image is from the Hugs & Healing stamp set. As soon as I saw this cuddle between the dog and cat, I was sold! Not all dogs and cats get along this well. I have had a couple that did however. And it is the sweetest. The image is stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and then colored with a variety of Stampin’ Blends. They are all listed in the Supply List at the bottom of the post. The stamp set does not have matching Dies. But this was pretty quick to fussy cut.
The sentiment is also from the stamp set. It has some sweet ones that go with each of the images. This sentiment actually says Sending Healing Hugs To You. I did not want the Healing. So I stamped the sentiment, which is two lines, and then cut it apart. Plus the cut apart sentiment sort of goes along with the image I think.
PAPERS
There are a variety of papers used here. I sort of went crazy with the DSP and colors. But I wanted it to look like they were laying on the floor. I began with Pecan Pie cardstock for the base. It matches the pups coloring. Next is the “floor”. This piece came from the Country Woods Designer Series Paper. The “rug” is from the Woven Textures Designer Series Paper. (It pays to keep all of your leftover pieces! ) And then another Pecan Pie layer paired with Crumb Cake cardstock for the actual image to lay on.
EXTRAS
The Extras are a mix of dots that I actually had to look up to make sure they were not retired. They were on the Last Chance List. Of course I just looked again as I am writing this post….and they are gone! These are the Ombre Mat Dots in case you happen to have some in your stash. But if you are like me, you have a few embellishments that have colors to match since I used quite a few for the quilt. I am so sorry about this!!
June Suite Sale
This is a super Sweet Suite sale. All Suites and Suite Products are 50% off. So any part of a suite, like a Bundle, or DSP, etc can be 50% off when you purchase one other. The key is to get two of similar price to get the most bang for your buck.
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives drop every other month. These are amazing products and are a supplement to the Annual and Mini Catalogs. This way you have access to even more New and Awesome products!
You can go directly to these in my Online Store by clicking HERE
The idea for this card came from cleaning out old swap cards. I had one similar to this but with no name. It seemed a fun card to try and was easy to figure out the pocket template. Thankfully the Take To The Sky DSP carried over and is the perfect paper to use.
The pocket card is great for a regular card. But I have thought of a few extra uses. It could be great for an invitation, or as is, but add a gift card attached to the pull out. Just a few ideas to get your mind going.
PAPERS
The paper is definitely the most important part of this card. As mentioned above it is the Take To The Sky Designer Series Paper. DSP is very easy to fold and work with for this pocket. I also used a scrap of the DSP with a circle punch to fold over the top of the card. This would be the pull out in place of adding a ribbon. That is not really masculine. LOL! I paired Basic Beige for the sentiment and the inside card. It is a bit thicker than Basic White and still accepts most ink colors brightly.
DIRECTIONS
This pocket took a 9 1/4 X 6 piece of DSP. So you could get two pockets from one sheet. It is scored at 2 3/4 and 7 on the long side. Then at 5/8 on the short side. Fold and burnish on the score lines. Then remove the two outside 5/8″ sections leaving only the center one. I recommend cutting away the score line to make more room to fold up the bottom section. Miter cut the center 5/8 section. Fold over the two large sections and adhere. Then fold up the 5/8 section and adhere it. Your pocket is complete except for cutting the access area. Easy and can be!
The inside card measures 4 X 5. I also added a scrap DSP strip to the bottom of the card measuring 4 X 3/4. Here is a view of the insdie.
STAMPS
The sentiments are from the Trust Tools stamp set. I love the front one. It is great for any occasion. Or even a Thank You. I made the inside for a Father’s Day, but obviously could be for anything as mentioned. It is very simple and has plenty of room for personal writing. This really is a quick and easy project.
EXTRAS
There are Extras but they really do not show in the photo. To the right of the front sentiment are a trio of Antique Pearls. I used three sizes. You can see a bit better on the second photo as it is closer. They do work well in person though.
MAY STARTER KIT PROMOTION…….
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives drop every other month. These are amazing products and are a supplement to the Annual and Mini Catalogs. This way you have access to even more New and Awesome products!
You can go directly to these in my Online Store by clicking HERE
The Sweet Jar Bundle is one I have shared a couple of times already. Today it is featured as a Pop Up. I love Fun Folds and this one is also one I have shared previously. When they are easy and fun it is worth sharing again and with different images.
This paper is gorgeous, but here is the fun part!!
STAMPS
This jar of cookies is a great surprise gift for just about anyone. To begin with this fun image, It is from the Sweet Jar stamp set. The jar is stamped using the new Cloud Cover Ink. (customers cannot purchase the Cloud Cover Ink Pad due to a color issue between ink and the foam of the pad. You can purchase the ink refill and ink a Stampin’ Spot and the ink color is perfect) The cookies are stamped off Crumb Cake with Early Espresso as the chocolate chips. And the lid of the jar is Strawberry Slush. The inside sentiments are also stamped with Strawberry Slush and are from the Sweet Jar set.
The front circle sentiment is from the Encircled With Love stamp set. I do Love this set. It is all circle images with different sentiments for a variety of purposes. A quick circle punch and finished! For this use I stamped the image using Garden Green Ink that is pulled from the DSP. I wanted the front sentiment to pop.
PUNCHES
The circle shapes for the front image are both Circle Punches. However there are a variety of different circles in different Die sets you could use. For example the spotlight on Nature , and Stylish Shapes Dies. I used the 2″ and 1 3/4 ” Circle Punches. There is one in the Annual Catalog that is a match for these circles but it is not available yet. It is the 1 7/8″ Circle Punch. This one pairs with a different set, but also coordinates with the Encircled With Love also.
PAPERS
The bright colors of this DSP is fabulous to me! I love Brights. This sheet is from the Floral Impressions Designer Series Paper. As is the flap piece, and the piece beneath the cookie jar. Actually these other prints are the flip side of the floral. The best part is none are very large and you can get multiple cards from one 12 X 12 piece.
To compliment the Floral DSP I went with Strawberry Slush as the card base. I love this returning In Color. It carries that Bright and Cheery feeling. For the layer behind the sentiment, I went a bit softer and chose Flirty Flamingo. It pairs with the lighter shades of flowers in the print.
EXTRAS
The only Extra , other than the Fun Fold, is a single Bling! It is in the center of the circle sentiment on the front. This is the smallest size of the Flower Accents embellishments. If you zoom in you can see how adorable this little gold flower is.
I have shared this Fun Fold previously. You can see that card, and directions by clicking HERE.
MAY STARTER KIT PROMOTION…….
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives drop every other month. These are amazing products and are a supplement to the Annual and Mini Catalogs. This way you have access to even more New and Awesome products!
You can go directly to these in my Online Store by clicking HERE
The card I have for you today is a fun one. Partly that is due to the DSP and images. And then because it is a Fun Fold. So Let’s “Celebrate” it!
I love the front fold down of this card. And to get an extra greeting is even better. The card still opens as normal for another greeting and a place for you to write. The pull out can be a spot for a gift card or with a sweet personal saying on a bookmark.
Here is the open view:
STAMPS& DIES
These images and sentiments are from the Cheers & Sips Bundle. The matching Die set is great for the little sprig of lavender and glass. Plus there are many more that can be cut. I have made a lemonade with a sprig of lavender as a garnish. Then carried the lavender to both the pull out and the inside layer. All of the sentiments are from the stamp set as well.
The drink glass is stamped using Highland Heather Ink, as well as the ice cubes. Then I used the Light Bubble Bath Stampin’ Write Marker to “scribble” back and forth for the liquid. I like the varied shades and a bit of white to add the drink details. The lavender is stamped using Old Olive Ink and stamped off for a lighter shade. Then the leaves are colored with Light Old Olive Stampin’ Blend. The flower petals are colored using Light Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends.
PAPERS
This fun paper is one of the best parts of the card. This shows both sides of a sheet from the Celebratory Sips Designer Series Paper. The DSP is part of a suite of products along with the Cheers & Sips Bundle. I paired the DSP with Timid Tiger as the card base and then Peach Pie as the pocket layer.
To create the pocket I cut the Peach Pie layer to 3 3/4 X 5 and the DSP layer to 3 1/2 X 4 3/4. Place the DSP on the layer in place, but do not adhere. Lay on the paper trimmer and mark with a pencil down 2″ on the right side from the top. Now take them apart and cut the DSP from the mark up to the top left corner. This creates the striped piece on the flap when you turn it over to fit the shape. On the Peach Pie layer, do not cut the same way, but Score from the mark to the upper left corner. Fold that over and you are done. I cased this Fun Fold from creativemomentsbyg.
EXTRAS
To my surprise there is really not Extras! Granted I did add ribbon to the pull out. It is the Fresh Freesia Faux ribbon. It is a perfect solution for the pull since it is a little narrower and thicker than most ribbon.
MAY STARTER KIT PROMOTION…….
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives drop every other month. These are amazing products and are a supplement to the Annual and Mini Catalogs. This way you have access to even more New and Awesome products!
You can go directly to these in my Online Store by clicking HERE
The card for today is one that is an easy layout. A little stamping and some strips of DSP can create a pretty card for any occasion. The one I have made is a more masculine Thanks. I hope you will give this layout a try.
STAMPS
These two stamps are from the same great stamp set. It is the Textured Notes stamp set. And it includes Dies that can be bundled. I know you are familiar with them if you follow me, because I use those Dies regularly. They are the rectangles that all have a different edge detail. So this is an amazing stamp bundle to have in your stash.
The sentiment is stamped using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. I had to make sure it would fit on my already cut paper as it is pretty long. Luckily it was a fit! The leaf is one stamp that I have repeated three times. It is stamped using Cajun Craze Ink. I stamped it full strength on the right, again in the center, and yet again on the left. Because this is a deep color of ink, there is still plenty of color left on that third stamping. Not all ink will look this well, but I love how this one turned out.
PAPERS
These gorgeous DSP strips are from the Woven Textures Designer Series Paper. They are part of the Suite of products that include the stamp bundle above. These are Onliine Exclusives. To pair with the DSP colors, I pulled all shades of brown to decide on the best combination. Pecan Pie won as the card base. Early Espresso is the layer, with Crumb Cake for the top layer. I thought about embossing that one, but then thought the strips would be enough.
The focal layers are Pecan Pie again, and then Basic Beige. I do love Basic Beige. It seems to pair well with most colors and pick up their color a little. Plus it was light enough to do the three stamping technique with no difficulty on the color.
EXTRAS
The Extra I used is what I thought would match great with the colors. Sadly, it is a discontinued item. I used the Adhesive Back Swirl Dots. However, any tan or brown embellishment would work. And you can color a pearl or rhinestone with Stampin’ Blends.
MAY STARTER KIT PROMOTION…….
STAMPIN’ REWARDS
The new Stampin’ Rewards begins on April 15. I think you will Love this new version. You will earn rewards on all orders over $20.00 in products The system will track your rewards for you. And they will be available for use on your next order, or you can save up for a larger purchase. All you need to do is on your first order after April 15th is agree to participate. You will then begin receiving rewards on qualifying orders.
Orders of $50.00 or more you will still receive an appreciation gift from me. I appreciate you choosing me as your demonstrator!
COMMENTS
Please know that I love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. My responses generally are not done here on the post. They are made using my phone as I have found it is easier to answer a question for you personally. So you will be receiving an email from me if you make a comment.
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.
Smile and Keep On Stamping,
Jackie
Online Exclusives
New Online Exclusives drop every other month. These are amazing products and are a supplement to the Annual and Mini Catalogs. This way you have access to even more New and Awesome products!
You can go directly to these in my Online Store by clicking HERE
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