Nutz about Stamping

Here's how to surprise your hard-to-buy-for friend this Christmas

Hi fellow crafters. Do you have a hard to buy for friend and you are not sure what what to get them for Christmas this year? Today's project will help you solve that problem. I will be using my Boughs of Holly paper and Holly Berry stamp set. Shall we get started?

 

Nothing suits this project better than the Boughs of Holly paper. These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. I am going to use this particular pattern for my project as it will be the perfect match.

 

 

Celebrate the season with the elegant Leaves of Holly stamp set. From simple touches to elaborate designs, garnish your seasonal cards, tags, and gift boxes with this classic Christmastime foliage. You can stamp either the base leaf stamp or detailed leaf stamp alone for quick greenery. Or take advantage of the Two-Step design to create images with added texture and dimension. Try out different color combinations on your leaves and berries to create beautiful boughs of holly. Make beautiful crafts, “From Our Home to Yours” and spread the “Peace & Joy” of the season.

 

 

Here's my fun Christmas gift project idea:

Here's what you need to make it at home: 

 

Stamp set: Leaves of Holly (bundle: 159608)

 

Ink: Shaded Spruce

 

Paper and cutting dimensions
        Shaded Spruce: 3" x 1 3/4"; 3 1/4" x 2 1/4"; 8 1/2" x 9" 
        Boughs of Holly: 4" x 8 6/8" 
        Mossy Meadow: scraps 
        Basic White: 4" x 3" 

 

Misc: Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper (159600); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels (158987); Adhesive Sheets

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas and watch for me to share a fun insert idea! 

 

 

If you want to get a Stampin' Up! gift certificate for your crafty friends, email me at: terri@nutzaboutstamping.com and I am happy to help make that happen! 

This fun fold is perfect for that last minute Christmas card

Hi fellow crafters! Today I have a super easy Cottage Wreaths fun fold card idea. This fun fold takes only a few minutes to create and would be perfect for that last minute Christmas card that you suddenly realized you need (not that I have EVER done that, lol). 

 

The Cottage Wreaths stamp set is perfect for creating elegant but simple holiday wreaths. You can make wreaths for tags or put them on cards to celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The wreaths look lovely paired with the festive greetings in this set, or you can use them alone to make them suit any occasion. Although this set has lots to offer I will be only be using one of the phrases this week.

 

 

 

The key to this simple layout idea is to get a pack of Boughs of Holly paper.

 

These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. I am going to show you how to use leftover pieces of the same patterns to make many easy holiday card this year.

Here's my simple fun fold idea - don't miss my video tutorial below! 

 

 

Supplies

Stamp set: Cottage Wreaths (159652)

Ink: Real Red

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Real Red: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Basic White: 4″ x 5 1/4″; 1 1/2" square
        Mossy Meadow: 2" square
        Boughs of Holly: (4) 1 7/8" x 2 1/2" 

Misc: Boughs of Holly Designer Series paper (159600); Ruler, Pencil, Mini Glue Dots; Layering Circles dies (151770); Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels (158987)

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas! 

This beautiful fun fold Christmas card is perfect for using leftover paper patterns

Today I have another fun fold Christmas card to share, one that will give you lots of room inside for more creative or writing space.  And like last week's card this layout is super easy so you can make multiples in a short time. For my fun fold, I will be using my Boughs of Holly leftover paper bits. 

 

For my card I chose a non traditional pattern from the Boughs of Holly pack. These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. I am going to show you how to use both sides of the same pattern paper to make this fun fold Christmas card idea.

 

I also used the Leaves of Holly bundle, for the phrase and for some fun visual elements: 

 

 

I really love the simplicity of my card; it only took a few minutes to create. If you love the design and want to make it at home, you can set up an assembly line approach:

 

• day one: cut all card stock and paper layers
• day two: stamp and die-cut the phrase
• day three: die-cut the evergreen branches
• day four: assemble
• day five: design the inside
• day six: add your holiday message and signature and pop into the mail! (don't forget to decorate your card using the Leaves of Holly stamp set!)

Here's my Boughs of Holly card. Be sure to watch the video below to see how to create it, step-by-step, along with my bonus tips and design ideas! 

 

 

Here's what you need at home to make this card. 

 

Stamp set: Leaves of Holly (bundle)

 

Ink: Real Red; Versamark

 

Paper and cutting dimensions
        Soft Succulent: 11" x 4 1/4"; 1" x 3"; 3 1/4" x 4 1/4" 
        Boughs of Holly: 4" x 3"
        Mossy Meadow: scraps 
        Basic White: 3" x 1 1/4"

 

Misc: Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper (159600); Stampin' Dimensionals, Fine Tip Glue Pen, Embellishments   

 

Here's the inside of my card - just one idea to try:

 

 

Here's my video - enjoy!     

 

Embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime

Hi fellow crafters! Thanks for all your comments and kind words on my YouTube videos and for letting me know you would like to see more fun fold card ideas. Today I have just that - a fun fold Christmas card. As I played around with the layout I realized that this idea could easily be converted into a gift card holder too. Do you want to see how?

 

What gives this card idea a Christmas feel is the Boughs of Holly paper. These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. I am going to show you how to use two of these patterns to make a Christmas card that can easily be converted to a gift card holder.

 

Celebrate the season with the elegant Leaves of Holly stamp set. From simple touches to elaborate designs, garnish your seasonal cards, tags, and gift boxes with this classic Christmastime foliage. You can stamp either the base leaf stamp or detailed leaf stamp alone for quick greenery. Or take advantage of the Two-Step design to create images with added texture and dimension. Try out different color combinations on your leaves and berries to create beautiful boughs of holly. Make beautiful crafts, “From Our Home to Yours” and spread the “Peace & Joy” of the season.

(Tip: click on either photo above to place an order at my online store)

I have shared a lot of projects using this amazing bundle and I hope by now you see what a GREAT value it is. Need more convincing? Then try this idea!

Here's how to make this fun fold (gift card holder!) card at home - and don't miss my video tutorial below: 

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Leaves of Holly Bundle (159608)

Ink: Real Red

Card Stock and cutting dimensions:
        Real Red: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" 
        Shaded Spruce: 2 7/8" x 1 1/8"
        Basic White: 2 3/4" x 1"; 9 3/4" x 4 1/4" 
        Boughs of Holly: 5 1/4" x 4"; 4" x 3"; for gift card holder (2" x 4") 

Misc: Simply Scored; Stampin' Seal; embellishments if desired

Here's my video, be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

1 simple layout idea can be used for many beautiful Christmas cards

Last week I shared a Cottage Wreaths stepped up card idea with lots layers and texture and sparkle. But: what if you have a very busy life and just need 1 simple idea that can be used over and over to create beautiful holiday cards this year? I have the perfect layout idea to share with you today.

Shall we get started?

 

You can create elegant holiday wreaths using this bundle, wreaths for tags or put them on cards to celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The wreaths look lovely paired with the festive greetings in this set, or you can use them alone to make them suit any occasion.

The dies include wreaths along with a variety of shapes you can use to embellish them. Cut out leaves, bows, and more; they're perfect for the holidays, but they can also be used throughout the year just by changing the color scheme. 

To add a touch of brightness to my card I also chose a patterned paper from the Boughs of Holly pack:

The key to this simple layout idea is to get a pack of Boughs of Holly paper. These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. I am going to show you how to use strips of these patterns to make many easy holiday card this year.

 

Here's my card: 

 

Here's how to make this easy layout idea, along with a video below! 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Cottage Wreaths (bundle #159659)

 

Ink: Real Red, Versamark, Shaded Spruce

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 2 3/4" square; scrap for bow
        Shaded Spruce: 3" square
        Real Red: 3" square
        Boughs of Holly: 2 1/4" x 5 1/2" 

 

Misc: Fine Tip Glue pen, Iridescent Basic Pearls Jewels, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Boughs of Holly designer series paper (159600)

 

Be sure to watch all the way through my video, for my bonus tips and design ideas - AND my fun challenge! 

Try these 2 beautiful and easy ways to add texture to your holiday cards this year

I think it's time to think about Christmas cards, don't you? When I think of Christmas I often think of stepped up cards with layers and texture and sparkle. This is our chance to go all out and impress ourselves with what we can create. Today I have a beautiful Cottage Wreaths Christmas card idea to share, a card that is super easy to create. But that's our secret. I will also share my top tips for creating texture and elegance to your holiday cards this year. 

The first way to add texture and elegance to your cards is to use an embossing folder. 

You can create the perfect textured background of sheet music using the Merry Melody 3D Embossing Folder. Inspired by the traditional Christmas song “Joy to the World,” this 3D embossing folder not only allows you to easily add texture to your Christmas cards but it will also give them a festive touch that everyone will love. In my video below I will show you how to age the embossed layer. 

The main feature on my card is created using the Cottage Wreaths bundle. This bundle will add not only texture but layers - my second easy tip. 

 

This bundle is perfect for creating elegant holiday wreaths. You can make wreaths for tags or put them on cards to celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The wreaths look lovely paired with the festive greetings in this set, or you can use them alone to make them suit any occasion.
The dies include wreaths along with a variety of shapes you can use to embellish them. Cut out leaves, bows, and more. Customize your wreath for any occasion. Wreaths are perfect for the holidays, but they can also be used throughout the year just by changing the color scheme. So get creative and see what you can do.

A bonus tip: add a layer of beautiful Christmas paper. This adds visual interest and can coordinate colors on your card. 

These beautiful Boughs of Holly papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. It also includes a more neutral birch tree bark pattern, soft polka dots, and abstract swatches of classic seasonal colors. Did you know that you can cut out images for quick textured and detailed layering pieces?
Product colors: Cherry Cobbler, Evening Evergreen, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Poppy Parade, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Shaded Spruce, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede

 

Here's my card, and below I have included a video on how to make it. 

 

 

Here's how to make it at home.

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Cottage Wreaths (bundle #159659)

 

Ink: Real Red, Sahara Sand

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Soft Succulent: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3" square
        Shaded Spruce: 3" square
        Real Red: 1 3/4" square
        Basic White: (3) 3/4" squares; scrap for phrase
        Boughs of Holly: 5 1/4" x 4" 

 

Misc: Fine Tip Glue pen, Bling of your choice, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, Merry Melody 3D embossing folder (156392); Boughs of Holly designer series paper (159600)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 
        

Want to learn the perfect color combinations for fall cards?

Hello everyone! Where I live, fall has arrived and the changing colors have inspired the beautiful birthday card I will be showing you how to make, using my favorite fall ink pad color combinations. I will be using my Leaves of Holly bundle to show you that this stamp set and die pack are not just for Christmas. Shall we get started?

 

First let's have a look at the Leaves of Holly bundle which is the perfect combo to celebrate the season. I will be showing you a card idea but you can use the bundle for tags, and gift boxes with the classic Christmastime foliage.

 

 

 

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set; it allows you to layer two or more images to create one final image with extra texture and dimension in the colors you want which is what I will be showing you today. (The bundle is also available in French)

For my paper layer I chose an unusual pack: Hues of Happiness. Yes, one side is very floral but the other side is not. So versatile! 

Here's my card. See a list of supplies and measurements and my video tutorial below. 

 

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Leaves of Holly (bundle #159608); Happiness Abounds (159238)

 

Ink: Real Red, Crushed Curry, Pumpkin Pie, Cajun Craze

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3" x 4 1/2"; (3) 3 1/2" x 2"; 2 3/4" x 1 1/2" ; 1 3/4" x 1 1/2" 
        Old Olive: (2) 1 1/2" x 2 1/4" 

        Hues of Happiness: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" 

 

Misc: Hues of Happiness designer series paper (158822); Ribbon (optional); Fine Tip Glue Pen (138309); Elegant Faceted Gems (152464)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

See the beautiful card you can create with only 3 ink refills

This easy technique has been out for ages; can you believe that this is the first time I am trying it? All you need is 3 ink refills and a baby wipe and you can create a beautiful fall card. I will be using the Beauty of Friendship stamp set. Want to learn this colorful technique?

 

It's interesting that I seem to rotate my stamp sets based on seasons. In the past I have used my Beauty of Friendship stamp set to create this fun fold card and this masculine card am now using it again: 

 

I have used the sentiments in this set a lot in the past year. They help me to celebrate good times and good people. Add a few hand-stamped trees, and you’ll make a card that will lift anyone’s spirits, like the one I am going to show you how to make today. Bonus: you don't need dies for this card so it is perfect for a beginner stamper! 

 

I had quite the debate with myself about designer paper and colors. There are so many possibilities but I eventually chose a darker pattern from the Boughs of Holly paper pack. I love that these designs and colors can be used for many occasions other than Christmas:

 

 

Here's my card and don't miss the video below where I walk you through step by step how to do this technique:

 

 

Want to make my card at home? Here's what you need:

 

Stamp set: Beauty of Friendship (154983)

 

Ink refills: Old Olive(100531); Pumpkin Pie (105229); Crushed Curry (131158)

 

Ink pad: Old Olive, Soft Suede, Crumb Cake

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Soft Suede: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" (21 x 14.8 cm)
        Very Vanilla: 4 1/4" x 3 1/4" (8.5 x 11 cm); 2 1/4" x 1/2" (6 x 1.5 cm)
        Boughs of Holly: 4 x 5 /14" (14 x 9.5 cm)

 

Misc: Baby wipe; large clear block; Stampin' Seal; Boughs of Holly designer series paper (159600); Elegant Faceted Gems (152464)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas:

 

 

See how to make a colorful card using only paper strips and 1 die

Do you have lots of solid color paper strips that you need to use up? I have the perfect technique for that, using the Dots & Spots die. It's super easy and you can try this idea using all of your favorite card stock color combinations. Let's get started! 

 

You can spice up any papercraft project with the Dots & Spots Die. Easily add texture and pattern to any card or scrapbooking craft with a quick pass through the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine. Use the full sheet or just a portion of the die to add depth and dimension to a variety of projects. And we are going to add a sprinkle of spots to today's card because polka dots are simply the perfect accessory.

For my phrase I chose to use the Amazing Thanks dies - no ink or stamps needed on my card. These simple words can be added to any image to create beautiful thank-you cards and other projects.

Here's my card. Watch the video below for step by step instructions for this technique.

 

 

Supplies:

Stamp set: none

Ink: none

Paper:
        Basic Black: 5 1/4" x 4"' 3 3/4" x 1 1/2" 
        Gorgeous Grape: 3 3/4" x 1 1/4"; (4) 1/2" wide pieces 
        Adhesive Sheets: 3 3/4" x 1 1/4" 
        Fresh Freesia: (4) 1/2" wide pieces; 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" 
        Highland Heather: (4) 1/2" wide pieces 
    

Misc: Dots & Spots Die (159164); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Adhesive Sheets (152334); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

See how 8 leftover paper squares can create a beautiful card

Would you like another idea for using up leftover bits of designer paper? I have a really fun layout technique to show you how. I will be using my Boughs of Holly suite to create a Christmas card, but you can easily change my idea for any occasion you need. So let's get started!

Celebrate the season with the elegant Leaves of Holly set. From simple touches to elaborate designs, garnish your seasonal cards, tags, and gift boxes with this classic Christmastime foliage. You can stamp either the base leaf stamp or detailed leaf stamp alone for quick greenery. Or take advantage of the two-step design to create images with added texture and dimension. Try out different color combinations on your leaves and berries to create beautiful boughs of holly. 

Welcome the holiday season with the Boughs of Holly designer series paper. These beautiful papers embrace the classic emerald green and rich reds we love to see at Christmastime with poinsettia, holly, and evergreen motifs. It also includes a more neutral birch tree bark pattern, soft polka dots, and abstract swatches of classic seasonal colors. You can also cut out images for quick textured and detailed layering pieces. Create card fronts, gift tags, scrapbook pages, and more!

 

Paper colors: Cherry Cobbler, Evening Evergreen, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive, Poppy Parade, Real Red, Sahara Sand, Shaded Spruce, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede 

 

Here's what you need to make my card, then watch the video tutorial below to see how to create the colorful background layer. 

 

Tip: click on the product photos above to order them at my online store

 

 

Supplies:

Stamp set: Leaves of Holly (bundle,159608)

Ink: Mossy Meadow

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 4" x 2 3/4"; 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 1 1/2" square
        Poppy Parade: 1 1/2" square; 4" x 5 1/4"
        Boughs of Holly: (8) 1 1/2" squares

Misc: Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Paper Trimmer; Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper (159600)

 

Here's my video - watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas - AND for how to avoid the mistake I made on my card, lol. 

This easy technique is one that you should learn

Are you wondering what to do with leftover bits of designer paper? I have the perfect solution for that question. I am going to show you a super easy technique that packs a wow factor. So, let's get started!

 

It was really fun to dig through my paper stash and see what I could find and surprisingly I spotted a pattern in the Rings of Love paper that matched a stamp set that I have. I love these kinds of little surprises! 

 

The Rings of Love paper includes images of cottages, mushrooms, acorns, birds, tree rings, and flowers perfect for card fronts for your cards. Or you can cut out individual images to use as accents. These basic patterns will help you to create charming paper crafts all year long. Want to make it easier? You can cut out some of the images with the dies included in the coordinating Tree Rings Hybrid Embossing Folder.

Paper colors: Crushed Curry, Evening Evergreen, Mint Macaron, Night of Navy, Parakeet Party, Petal Pink, Poppy Parade, Soft Suede

What I realized when planning my video, is that the Happy Hedgehogs stamp set coordinates beautifully with this paper! 

 

 

This set has adorable hedgehogs, flowers, butterflies, forest mushrooms, and birds.  It's so easy—stamp the line-art images on a card front which is what we are going to do today, add the sentiment that expresses your feelings, and send!

 

I combined these products to make today's card. Watch the video below to see how easy this technique really is! 

Here's what you need to make my card, change out the paper and stamp set to use your leftover bits. 

Supplies

Stamp Set: Happy Hedgehogs (157983)

Ink:

Stampin' Blends: Daffodil Delight, Crumb Cake, Poppy Parade

Paper and cutting dimensions:
            Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3 3/4" x 5" 
            Rings of Love: 3 3/4" x 5" 
            Poppy Parade: 5 1/4" x 4" 

Misc: Rings of Love designer series paper (159939); Soft Succulent Stampin' Write Marker, Cotton Swab (optional); Stampin' Seal; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; embellishments (your choice!); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Here's my video - watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

2 beautiful teacher gift ideas complete, and now for the third

In my last YouTube video I demonstrated how to make a beautiful Teacher Gift idea for a post-it note pad and then on Instagram I demonstrated how to create a companion piece to make these the perfect gift SET.

Today I am going to add a sweet treat idea using the same supplies, the Happiness Abounds stamp set and Hues of Happiness paper, making this a gift TRIO idea.

 

The Happiness Abounds stamp set features all-occasion sentiments to celebrate those you love with greetings in various sizes and line-art floral images perfect for coloring which is what we will be doing today.  You can also create simple designs with a solitary blossom and use those as accent pieces on your paper crafting projects. Pair with coordinating products for even more creative possibilities. You can go simple or more sophisticated whatever pleases your artistic taste.

 

 

The dies not only match the stamp set but you can also use them on the coordinating Hues of Happiness designer paper. And that's what we will do today.

 

 

This canvas-looking paper features illustrated and painted flowers on one side with all-purpose patterns on the other side. Designed to represent the Stampin' Up! color spectrum, the repeating patterns can be used as focal images or as accent pieces on your card bases and scrapbook layouts. 

 

Here's what I created: with the gift hidden-

 

 

And with the sweet treat showing:

 

Here's what you need to make this gift idea at home:

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Color & Contour (154994)

 

Ink: Gorgeous Grape

 

Stampin' Blend: Dark Pool Party

 

Paper and cutting dimensions

        Basic White: 2 1/4" square

        Pool Party: 3 3/8" x 9 1/2"

        Hues of Happiness: 3 3/4" x 2 3/4"; scraps for flower and leaves

 

Misc: Stampin' Cute & Emboss Machine; Tear & Tape Adhesive; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Stampin' Seal; All That Dies (159079); Blossoming Happiness Dies (158823); White Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon (151326); Stampin' Dimensionals; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Simply Scored

 

Here's my video tutorial - be sure to watch it all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas. 

 

 

 

4 simple products you can use to create a beautiful teacher gift idea

School will be starting soon and so I created a video to show you how to use your crafting supplies to make a gift for your children's teachers this year. If you no longer have children of school age, no worries; this gift idea is also great for coworkers and friends too.

 

Here's what I used for my teacher gift:

 

The Happiness Abounds stamp set features all-occasion sentiments to celebrate those you love with greetings in various sizes and line-art floral images perfect for coloring which is what we will be doing today. You can also create simple designs with a solitary blossom and use those as accent pieces on your paper crafting projects. You can go simple or more sophisticated whatever pleases your artistic taste.

 

The dies not only match the stamp set but you can also use them on the coordinating Hues of Happiness designer paper. I used this paper for my teacher gift idea as well.

 

 

I also used the Glossy Dots Assortment pack on my project - did you know that you can get the entire collection at a discounted price? Who doesn't LOVE saving money? This has to be one of my all-time favorite collections - it has so many uses!

Note: this suite is so popular that it is showing 'low inventory'. Get yours now by clicking on the photo below. 

 

 

Here's my Happiness Abounds gift project. Don't miss my video tutorial below!

 

 

 

 

 

If you follow me on Instagram I will show you (on Wednesday) how to create a companion piece that will make this the perfect gift SET.

Supplies

Stamp Set: Happiness Abounds (bundle to save $$: 158824)

Ink: Gorgeous Grape, Tuxedo Black

Stampin' Blends: Granny Apple Green (dark); Pool Party (light and dark)

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Basic White: 8 1/2"x 3 1/2"; 4"x 3 1/2"; 3 1/4" x 1 1/4"; (2) 1 3/4" x 1 1/2"; (2) 2 1/4" x 1 3/4"
        Hues of Happiness: 3 7/8"x 3 3/8"; 4"x 3 1/2" 
        Fresh Freesia: 3 1/2" x 2 1/4"

Misc: Stampin' Cute & Emboss Machine; Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper (158822); Stampin' Seal; Glossy Dots Assortment (158827); Stitched Rectangles Dies (151820); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Sticky Notes (Post-it Notes); Tear & Tape Adhesive

Be sure to watch my video all the way through for my bonus tips and ideas. 

2 colors can create a soft, serene and simple background layer

I love all things Asian. I think it is the peaceful, tranquil feeling that I get when I experience Asian design which has clean and simple lines, and uses organic materials like bamboo and wood with a touch of greenery from plants. The brushstroke style of the Bamboo Beauty set helps you to create a serene looking card in an Asian design.

 

 

 

The bamboo images in this stamp set are sized perfectly for cardmaking; either stamp the branches in a random pattern for a minimal look or use the bamboo and branch images together to create a bamboo forest. The authentic kanji symbols translate to “friendship” so this stamp set is perfect for gender neutral friendship cards. Aren't the phrases fabulous!

 

When creating an Asian style card, try to achieve an overall effect that is very peaceful and calming and you can do that through your ink pad choices. 

 

I applied ink using some sponges - check out your local craft store for synthetic silk sponges. You can usually get a pack of them (8 - 10) and they are very inexpensive.

 

Today I am going to show you how to create a beautiful clean and simple Bamboo Beauty card idea. The background for this card is created using a fun sponging technique. You ready to learn how? Here's my card and don't miss my step-by-step video below. 

 

 

Here's what you need to make this card at home. 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: Bamboo Beauty (155478)

Ink: Soft Succulent, Pale Papaya, Evening Evergreen

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Basic White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3 3/4" x 5

Misc: Sponges, Stampin' Dimensionals, Faux Sea Glass Shapes (158139)

 

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas!

this is the EASIEST way to make beautiful cards (no complicated tools required)!

Do you find yourself wanting to make a beautiful card but you just don't have a lot of time to make it? Do you believe that cannot make beautiful cards because you don't have fancy tools and a pile of products? Today I am going to show you how to create a beautiful 'clean and simple' Color & Contour card idea, one that is stunning. You ready to learn how?

 

'Clean & Simple' is a technique that I don't use that often and I don't know why. All you need is a stamp set, ink and cardstock. If you love what you make the first time, you can easily make lots more and in a short period of time. 

I recommend the Color & Contour stamp set for getting creatively colorful. The open-line floral art and abstract filler stamps allows for a range of coloring techniques. Try freehand watercoloring for a modern look, or use ink and sponge daubers on the filler stamps to create an ombre floral effect! This set is also available in French.

Tip: click on the link below to order the stamp set at my online store! 

 

When the Color & Contour set was first introduced it was bundled with these FAB dies. Each are still available to order but now are sold separately. So if you don't yet have the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine and dies, no worries. You can still make today's card. 

Here's how to make this beautiful card at home. For step-by-step instructions, check out my video below. 

Supplies
Stamp set: Colour & Contour (154994)

Ink: Polished Pink; Fresh Freesia; Parakeet Party; Tahitian Tide; Starry Sky

Paper and dutting dimensions:
    Basic White: 8 1/2" x 4 1/4"; 2 1/8" x 1 1/4" 
    Fresh Freesia: 3/8" x 2 1/4" 

Misc: Silicone Craft Sheet (127853, optional); Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals (144108, optional); Pearl Basic Jewels (144291)

Be sure to watch all the way through my video for my bonus tips and design ideas!

 

This easy watercolor card technique is a breeze to make

HI everyone, it's Watercolor month and so let's celebrate by creating a watercolor card today. I am going to show you what I think is one of the the easiest watercoloring techniques. I will be using my Happiness Abounds stamp set and Amazing Thanks dies to create a colorful thank you card. I'd love to show you this easy idea.

 

 

 

The Happiness Abounds set (15 photopolymer stamps) is perfect for making elegant cards. The set has all-occasion sentiments to celebrate those you love with greetings in various sizes and line-art floral images which are perfect for this watercoloring technique. As you can see in the photo above, the set has matching dies but I won't be using these on today's card. 

 

 

 

Essential for watercoloring techniques is our Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper. This is a thick paper designed especially for watercoloring. Cold-pressed, archival cotton paper. Natural white color with subtle texture. You get 10 5" x 7" sheets in a pack.

 

To see my easy watercolor technique, have a look at my video below. I made a mistake on my card so I also show you an idea for fixing it!

 

Stamp Set: Happiness Abounds (159238)

Ink: Gorgeous Grape, Crushed Curry, Parakeet Party, Sweet Sorbet

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Sweet Sorbet: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Basic Black: 4" square; 3 1/2" x 1 1/4" 
        Watercolor: 3 3/4" square
        Adhesive Sheets: 3 1/2" x 1 1/4" 

Misc: Stampin' Spritzers (126185); Amazing Thanks Dies (157816); Adhesive Sheets (152334); Black Matte Dots (154284); Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper (149612); Timeworn Type 3D embossing folder (156505)

Here's my video - be sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and design ideas.