I am sharing a pretty card today that is a bit of a twist on your regular easel card. My friend, the Paper Pixie, shared this card and I fell in love with it. The star of the card is the gorgeous Splendid Autumn DSP.
Papers
These sheets of DSP from t he Splendid Autumn Designer Series paper pack are beautiful and created by the Stampin’ Up! Design Artists. Those folks are seriously talented. This sheet I used doesn’t necessarily say Autumn, but was so pretty that I used it anyway.
The other colors were pulled from the DSP of course. I chose a darker background of Old Olive for the card base. And with the pop of Basic White for a layer everything seems to really shine. The most difficult to choose was the sentiment layer. I ended up with Fresh Freesia. But I held up every light pinkish purple we have to see which looked best. The Fresh Freesia was a definite winner. Plus it further takes it away from Autumn. This shows the range of uses with this package of DSP for sure.
Stamps
The beautifully scripted sentiment is one of two from the Autumn Expressions stamp set that I used. The other is on the inside of the card. I wanted something that was bold and would stand out from the papers. This worked both in size and beauty. It really gets the sentiment across to the recipient!
Extras
The extras on this card are simple as is everything else. I used the two largest of this rounded rectangle frame from the Nested Essential Dies. They really named this Die set appropriately. It truly is an essential between the circles, rectangles and banners.
The second “extra” is a simple one. I used a single bling to adorn the sentiment layer. This is one of the lighter pinks from the 2024-2026 In Color Shimmer Gens. The boldness of the sentiment really did not need much assistance to stand out.
Measurements
The measurements are simple. However, The Paper Pixie on 10-09-2024 episode demonstrated this. She has the video as well as measurements on her page. NOTE: The mechanism which allows the sentiment layer to stand free is the trick to this card. My first time making it, I adhered the panels prior to adding this mechanism. Don’t do like I did!!
The card base is 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 scored at 2 1/8 and 4 1/4.
The inside White is 4 X 5 1/4. The two front panels White measures 1 7/8 X 5 1/4 each.
The DSP was cut down from 6 X 6, to 6 X 5 1/8. Then cut two strips that are 1 3/4 X 5 1/8 and one that is 1 X 5 1/8. Keep these in order to show the scene properly. You also have a leftover piece for later.
The mechanism is a piece of Fresh Freesia measuring 2 X 2 that is scored at 1, turned and cut at 1. This leaves two 1 X 2 pieces that are scored across the middle.
After adhering the DSP to the two White layers, add a mechanism to the underside of the inside , centered, of each. You are adhering the strip under the white and in the center which leaves the other half standing up. Place these so they are back to back when the two panels are attached to the card.
After stamping and Die cutting the sentiment layers, fold the mechanisms over their panels and add adhesive to them. Now simply center the sentiment over top. This allows the sentiment to swing free when the panels stand up.
The final step is to adhere the inside White panel. Next add the thin DSP strip, WITH Dimensionas against the right edge. The DSP strip is the bumper for the easel and needs the height from the dimensionals.
Again, if this is confusing, The Paper Pixie has a great video.
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Fun Fold cards are my favorites. And this one is a fun twist on a simple fold. I cased from another demonstrator, Elizabeth Price, and she named it a Kickstand card.
The Fun Fold
This fold is quick to create. It begins with a 5 1/2 X 8 1/2 card stock that is scored at 4 1/4. I used Boho Blue for my card base. The “fun” part comes next. Place one end that measures 5 1/2 on the Paper Trimmer at 1 1/4″ and cut down to the score line. Flip the card over and cut at 1 3/4 on the opposite side. You are making the top section of your card into three sections. (NOTE: You do not have to make the cuts the same as mine with one side larger. They could be 1 1/2 on each side.) The photo above shows the center section with the focal layer attached. And here is the open view.
To create the the center flap or kickstand, add DSP measuring 5 1/2 X 4 1/4 to the top of the other two sections. You can see what I am describing in this above photo and the next one. The plaid paper is the back side of the clouds.
The kickstand , the DSP adhered to the cut sections, and then the opposite side of the DSP allows you to have three places to decorate. That is in addition to the inside sentiment / signature part. More is generally better in my book.
Stamps and Dies
The stamps used are from the Playing In The Rain stamp set. They are stamped using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink and then colored with a variety of Stampin’ Blends. For the sentiment White layer, I added some rain, which is included in the stamp set. As well as the sentiment from it. The rain is stamped using Pool Party Ink. There are matching Dies for animal shapes and a few extras. The circles are from the Spotlight On Nature Dies. These are just large enough to fit the characters and then layer well to not see the one on the lower layer. I did use a punch as well. The strip of extra paper for the flower layer is punched on each end using the Happy Labels Punch.
Papers
The DSP was chosen as part of the theme of playing in the rain. I thought these clouds fit perfectly. This sheet of DSP is from the Take To The Sky Designer Series Paper. The inside gray plaid does not really fit the theme, but works with the other colors. Boho Blue was my choice of colors to pull from the clouds and as the card base. To emphasize the smaller flower layer, I added a strip from the Country Lace Designer Series Paper as a grounding piece for it. The soft tone matches the plaid.
This card is a bit on the thicker side with the different layers of added focal points. So I kept the bling to some thin ones. The clear bling on the front layer is from the Pecan Pie & Clear Ribbon Dots.
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The Tune In Bundle is a quirky and fun one for some retro cards. The old TV consoles were like a main piece of furniture in a room. Now we have thin, large screens that can hang on the wall. My how times change.
Stamp Bundle
The Tune In Bundle is such a fun one. There are so many ways to use this retro looking set. Today’s card is a simple version. I kept the additions to a minimum for a cleaner look. I had shared another version a while back. You can see that wilder version by clicking HERE.
This card reminds me of the evening news, or even mid day, when something “special” happened. We would see the “News Flash” pop up. It is hard to believe that this and a newspaper were our means of information back then. That is why I kept this card fairly plain. The TV and antenna are cut with the matching Die set. As is the little stars around the card. The screen is also a Die cut of White that I used the Soft Sea Foam Stampin’ Blend in Light to scribble on. I think it gives it a bit of the old TV screen look. And the flashing design is also from the Die set.
Background
The background layer is the awesome Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder. This swirl of large and small dots definitely fits the retro look. It is a little like the tie die designs. This has been very popular and is out of stock. But is back either this week or next. I was not really interested in it originally. That is shocking to me now as it is so fun and flexible. Duh!! With the scattered star designs it became a perfect retro background.
Finishes
This card is a bit plainer that I normally do. So I gave it some added bling with the Sparkle Gems. These are Silver, Black, and Gold sparkle gems that create a great Bling. I added the silver to the stars and then some of the black ones scattered around for added bling. As a bonus these are flat so great for mailing without adding additional bumps on the card.
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This past weekend was our scheduled friends who are demonstrators weekend of stamping and fun. The hurricane put a damper on it. Not all of the ladies were able to get out of their states, and the weekend was cut short due to no power. In attempts to save our batteries we were only texting and calling home briefly. It wasn’t until we were home and able to see the news before we realized exactly how lucky we were to only be without power. My heart goes out to all of the people devastatingly effected by this storm.
I do have my cards to share with you though. Those of us who attended were able to make each others cards and still had lots of fun and laughs. The card I am posting today is another of the More Than Autumn Bundle. This set is such a keeper! It has components to fit so many occasions and seasons.
Stamps and Dies
The More Than Autumn Bundle is, as I have said many times, fabulous! All of the images are from this bundle. The cup, foam, cinnamon stick (or straw), and sentiments are from the stamp set. The images are all stamped using Cajun Craze Ink and colored with Stampin’ Blends. The foam is the only exception. It is stamped using Petal Pink Ink. I wanted it to seem like a light pumpkin color.
The images are all Die cut using the matching Die set. The leaves do not have a matching stamp. They are cut and look like the one on the right. However the center pops out as I used it for the left side of the cup. For the circles I used the Deckled Circles Dies. They are 4th and 6th largest. I trimmed off 3/4″ from the right side after layering them together. The cup is raised using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Sentiment layer
The sentiment was difficult to find a place for. So I created a stand alone pair. Both pieces are stamped onto the Basic Beige card stock and then layered on Petal Pink. For the Fall piece it is simple cut on the trimmer to even distances. The longer sentiment is the same and then snipped on the ends using Paper Snips to create the banner tip.
Paper and Finishes
The papers used were based on the piece of DSP. This is a reverse side of a sheet from the Snowy Scenes Designer Series Paper. I saw this piece and immediately thought it should be paired with this stamp bundle. All of the other paper choices were pulled from the DSP. The base is Calypso Coral with Basic Beige as the layer. With the exception of the Petal Pink for the sentiment layer of course.
The finishes were kept simple since the cup layer was quite a few pieces. I simply added a scattering of the Faux Glass Dots. These come in a couple of Fall colors. I chose the one that closest matched my card colors. And then left them out of the box when I packed for the retreat! DUH!!!
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The new Season of Elegance Designer Series Paper is the star of today’s card. It is not only for Holiday cards though. I have paired it with Spotlight on Nature to show just that.
Papers
The Season of Elegance Designer Series Paper is part of the Season of Elegance Suite on page 25 of the Mini Catalog. This paper, as you can see, has quite a bit of gold flecks in it. I envision using this for Christmas cards, but saw this sheet that seemed more a milder green. So I paired it with Lost Lagoon card stock. To further carry that idea I used Lost Lagoon and Crushed Curry Stampin’ Write Markers for the flower color. These pull not only the Lost Lagoon but also the gold from the DSP. Of course I tend to add a thin layer between card stock and DSP. So the Basic White was used to also help the circle Pop.
Stamps and Dies
The Spotlight on Nature Bundle has been extremely popular. As soon as it is back in stock then it is gone again. No worries, it is scheduled to be back again the week of September 30. I chose the more simple edged of the Dies for the focal layer. It has just enough detail to not need a backing behind it.
The flowers are a simple technique of ink to rubber with Stampin’ Write Markers. I know this is not as common anymore since you can only purchase markers as a color family and not individually. However to me it is well worth having them. I used the markers of Lost Lagoon and Crushed Curry on the flowers. Then I came back and filled in with the Stampin’ Blends in Lost Lagoon Light and Daffodil Delight Light. The bit of splatter was to mimic the gold in the paper. It is Daffodil Delight Ink and the stamp is from the stamp set.
The butterfly was colored using the same Stampin’ Blends with the addition of a darker green. This is Shaded Spruce. It is fussy cut as there is not matching Die for the butterfly.
Finishes
To add some dimension to the card since everything is glued down, I raised the butterfly with Stampin’ Dimensionals. And of course there is a bit of bling. In this instance I wanted to add a bit more of the gold touch. These Gold Texture Adhesive Dots are new in the Mini Catalog. They fit my need for bling perfectly.
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I have a two for one for you today. Generally it is just as easy to make two cards as one when we are creating. These cards were definitely easily made at the same time. They have a simple technique playing a large role in the creation.
Background and Colors
To begin with the background is not my normal starting point. However with these cards I kind of have to begin there. And you will learn my reason as we go along. I was looking to make a Fall card. Even though it is 90 degrees right now!! Where is my Fall weather!!! That being said, I still wanted a Fall card. I chose the colors based on that.
The colors chosen are Cherry Cobbler, Pumpkin Pie, and Crushed Curry. My idea was a simple “beginner” type “technique” card. To do this fun center technique I used Clear Block H. First I opened the Cherry Cobbler Ink and used the block to touch the ink pad about a third of the way across. Next I turned the block and opened the Pumpkin Pie ink. This time there was no way to get the ink only into the center of the block. Yes, I could have taped part of it off. But I went the simpler route. I inked the rest of the block by touching it to the crushed curry with the Cherry Cobbler hanging off the side. Then I used a damp paper towel to remove the last third. Finally I turned the block and inked that last section with Crushed Curry. (I did make sure it was dry from having wiped off the ink.)
To stamp on the Basic White card stock was only a matter of giving the inked block a little breath of life. In other words I huffed on it. Breath of life sounds so much better. LOL! After stamping the first time I thought there might be enough ink to stamp again. So I gave it more life saving breaths and stamped on the second piece. And there we have two backgrounds.
Stamps
These bright leaves are from the Caring Leaves stamp set. It is in the back of the Mini Catalog and is what I consider a sleeper set. I thought it was cute when I first saw it. But did not really think much after that. Then I saw other’s creations using it and had to look again. Now I am in love with this set.
The outline for the leaves are not totally closed. This gives them a very artistic look. And the filler stamps have the definition to them that leaves shading in places. I used the same inks for the fillers as I did the background strip. But I stamped with Memento Tuxedo Black for the outlines. I am happy with how it turned out. This sweet sentiment is also from the stamp set. It is stamped using Cherry Cobbler Ink.
Finishes
To keep these cards pretty simple I went with all the same colors for the layers as well. One has Cherry Cobbler base with a Crushed Curry layer and the other is the opposite. To give a touch of some bling, I turned to the Regal Foiled Adhesive Dots. These are so pretty with the gold flecks. I used the darker reddish ones. There are a trio scattered around each card.
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