Nutz about Stamping

Who says you can't thank them and wow them at the same time?

All your thank you's will be perfectly potted with this Plentiful Plants stamp set — and no green thumb required. Perfect for cardmaking, this stamp set offers lush greenery and a gift of gratitude that never wilts. Who says you can't thank them and wow them at the same time?

Hint: click on the product photo below to order it at my online store. 

 

You can also create die-cut potted plants with the Perfect Plants dies. Mix and match greenery and pots with plant stands and macrame hangers for a variety of fresh looks.

And this bundle and matching Bloom Where you are Planted paper will help you create gorgeous cards like this: 

Want to know how to make this card?

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Plentiful Plants Bundle (155688)
• Card Stock – Evening Evergreen (155574); Cinnamon Cider (153078); Soft Succulent (155776); Gray Granite (146983); Basic White (159276); Bloom Where You’re Planted 12” x 12” Designer Series Paper (155696)
• Stamp Pads – Evening Evergreen (155576)
• Misc. – Baker’s Twine Essential’s Pack (155475); Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193); Lovely Labels Pick A Punch (152883); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Mini Glue Dots (103683); Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653)

Measurements: 

• Evening Evergreen: 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”, 1" x 3-1/4”, & die cut plant 
• Cinnamon Cider: 5” x 3”
• Soft Succulent: 4” x 3”
• Gray Granite: 2” x 2 ½”
• Basic White: 4 x 5 ¼”, ¾” x 2-1/2”
• Designer Series Paper Layers: I chose a different pattern of DSP for each of the following:  4 ¾” x 2 ¾”, 3 ¾” x 2 ¾” & 1 ¾” x 2 ¼”.  Die cut planters and leaves

Instructions:

1. Start with the Evening Evergreen card base 5 ½” x 8 ½” scored at 4 ¼”.
2. Adhere the 4 ¾” x 2 ¾” DSP to the Cinnamon Cider 5” x 3”. Adhere to the left side of card base leaving about a ¼”.
3. Adhere the 3 ¾” x 2 ¾” DSP to the Soft Succulent 4” x 3”. Adhere to 1^st DSP layer leaving about a 1” left border.
4. Adhere the 1 ¾” x 2 ¼ DSP to the Gray Granite 2” x 2 ½”. Adhere to center of 2^nd DSP layer.
5. Stamp "Thank You" greeting with Evening Evergreen Ink onto Basic White CS.  Stamp "friend" greeting with Evening Evergreen Ink directly onto planter. 
6. Punch the Thank You Basic White ¾” x 2-1/2” & the Evening Evergreen 1" x 3-1/4” with the Lovely Label Pick A Punch & adhere both together and with dimensionals adhere to center of 3^rd DSP layer.
7. Add a Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewel to the left and right side of Thank You sentiment.
8. Using the planter die onto DSP planter, pot with handles die onto DSP, 3 leaves plant die onto DSP, Sprig like plant die onto Evening Evergreen Cardstock and run all thru Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine at one time.
9. Attach the Evening Evergreen sprig plant to inside of pot with handles with a glue dot. Using dimensionals, place in lower right corner.
10. Take the 3 leaves plant and attach to inside of planter with glue dots. Using dimensionals, place in lower left corner.
11. Tie a bow with the Baker's Twine and attach to planter with glue dot. 
12. Finish off with adding a Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewel to the Baker’s Twine Bow.

Let me show you how to make a super easy pop up gift card holder

Hi fellow crafters! I hope that you are having lots of creative fun trying last week's gift card holder idea.  In today's video I am going to show you  a second gift card holder, one that pops up the gift card inside. It's super easy to make! 

 

My project will be a thank you project using the Beauty of Friendship stamp set, Tasteful Labels dies and the gorgeous Blackberry Beauty designer series paper. But you can adapt this idea for any occasion that you need. 

 

I chose the Beauty of Friendship stamp set for its phrases. The sentiments in this set help you to celebrate the good times and the good people in your life. And this set has a set of matching dies that you can bundle together for a 10% discount. Yay for discounts!

 

The Blackberry Beauty paper features the traditional autumn images of leaves, sprigs, and birds paired but it also has this cool nontraditional color palette, especially with the added shine of gold foil accents! I used a left-over piece for today's project. 

Here's my pop-up card gift holder!

And here's what it looks like open (with my library card, HA!):

Want to give this idea a try? Here's what you need.

Supplies

Stamp set: Beauty of Friendship (154983)

Ink: Cinnamon Cider; Blackberry Bliss

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

        Blackberry Bliss: 4 1/4" x 8 1/2"
        Very Vanilla: (2) 4" x 2"; 4" x 2 1/4"
        Blackberry Beauty: 6" x 1 3/4" 
        Cinnamon Cider: 5 1/4" x 2" 
        Early Espresso: scrap

Misc: Tasteful Labels dies (152886); Tear & Tape Adhesive; Medium Daisy punch (149517); 1/4" circle punch (optional); 1" circle punch (optional); Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Note: I have a question for you: would you be interested in an online class that shows you how to create a variety of gift card holders? If you would like this class, then please write YES in the comments under this blog post and I will get working on it right away! 

Here's my video: be sure to watch all the way through the video for my bonus tips and design suggestions AND to see a second gift card idea using the same technique.

 

Join this fun challenge using the 5 Olympic colors

This week's card map challenge was a tough one for me. A fun theme but I kinda went blank when I saw it.  What can you create with these five colors?

I dug through my designer paper stash, I looked through my card stock colors and through my stamp sets. Nothing came to mind. Then I spotted a left over square of the Beauty of the Earth designer paper.

And that particular pattern has 3 of the 5 colors - almost four if you consider the orange-red leaves a kind of red. This paper pack is seriously yummy and I have almost used it all up - and Fall isn't even here yet! Well done me but, yikes! 

So I added a black layer under the square (with Bumblebee on top), a layered phrase and two dragonflies from the Dragonfly Garden bundle:

And here's my card! 

For all the fuss and mess I created trying to find success with this week's challenge, I am pretty happy with my result. I can't wait to see what the other design crew members create using those Olympic challenge colors! Click here to see what they made. 

See how to create a super easy fun fold card two different ways

For today's card and video tutorial I am going show you how to create a super easy fun fold card two different ways. I will be using my Garden Wishes stamp set - with its beautifully lifelike, hand-drawn dandelions and an adorable bee:

 

 

 and two sets of dies:

Forever Flourishing

and Stitched Rectangles:

I am also going to introduce a brand new designer series paper pack, called Blackberry Beauty. This paper pack goes live for ordering on 3 August and until then I am not allowed to share any photos. But you can see the designs on my video below or check out the paper on page 45 of the Aug-Dec Mini catalog. 

Here's one of my two cards using this fun fold technique:

And here's the card open so you can see the fun fold inside:

 

If you want make this card at home, here's what you will need. 

Supplies:

Stamp set: Garden Wishes (154408)

Ink: Rich Razzleberry

Paper and cutting dimensions:
    Very Vanilla: 11" x 3 3/4"; 3" x 1 3/4" 
    Rich Razzleberry: (2) 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"; 1 1/2" x 3 1/4" 
    Blackberry Beauty: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"; 5" x 3 3/4" 
    Polished Pink: 4 1/2" x 3 1/2"; 1 3/4" x 4 1/4" 
    Brushed Metallic: 4 1/2" x 3 1/2"

Misc: Brushed Metallic cardstock (153524); Blackberry Beauty designer series paper (156458); Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine;  Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Mini Stampin' Dimensionals; Forever Flourishing dies (152714); 2021-23 In Color Jewels (155571)

And here's my video: make sure to watch all the way through for my bonus tips and to see the same fun fold in a different way. 

 

This card map challenge helps you look at your supplies in a new way

This week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge is simple. And simple is good at times. I think this map helps you look at your supplies in a new way.

 

You have two rectangles, one circle and some kind of shape in the middle. So dive into your craft room and see what you can come up with - perhaps supplies you have not used in a while? 

Here's what I chose to use the following for my card.

Simply Elegant designer series paper

Tasteful Touches stamp set:

To make a coordinating bottom layer I used a solid color: Basic Gray. But it looked too plain so I used Versamark and stamp an image randomly over this layer. This is the perfect way to add a little pizzaz to a plain layer. 

Add a bit of shiny ribbon, three silver petals and a die cut phase and you end up with this pretty card: 

If you want to see what the other Paper Craft Crew members created for this week's challenge, click here to head on over to the Paper Craft Crew site. And if you give our challenge a try, we invite you to enter your card over there for everyone to see! 

 

This is a beautiful fun fold card idea you need to learn how to make

Hi fellow crafters! Today I am going to show you how to create a fun fold card with a nice surprise inside. I will be using the Pierced Blooms dies and Color & Contour stamp set. Once you learn how to make this fun fold card, you can adapt it for a variety of occasions.

 

 

I think the Pierced Blooms dies are amazing. You can die cut flowers in several sizes, plus leaves and centres to go with them. I love the stitching details on every die. Not only are they great for cards but also for scrapbook pages, and other paper crafts.  

 

The Color & Contour set has lovely phrases in such a pretty font. The photo above also shows the dies that you can bundle with the stamp set and get a 10% savings (bonus!). 

 

Here's my card! Below is a list of supplies and a video showing you how to create this card, step-by-step! 

 

 

Stamp Sets:  Color & Contour (154994)

Ink: Night of Navy

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:       

Basic White:  (2) 2 3/4" x 3 1/4"

Granny Apple Green: 3 1/4" x 3 3/4"; 5" x 3 3/4"; 1 1/2" x 5"

Night of Navy: 1 3/4" x 1 1/4"; (2) 3" x 3 1/2"; 5 1/2" x 6 1/4" (scored at 2")

Bumblebee: (5) 1 3/4" square

   

Misc:  Pierced Blooms dies (154312); Multi-purpose Liquid Glue, Mini Stampin' Dimensionals;  Mini Glue Dots; Bone Folder; Bumblebee Gingham Ribbon (153658); Silicone Craft Sheet; Mini Glue Dots; Blue Adhesive-backed Gems (153547)

 

Here's a photo of the card when it is open - showing the fun surprise inside: 

 

 

Do you like fun-fold card ideas? If you'd like to see more, then simply comment 'see more' under this video in the comments section. And listen all the way through for my BONUS tips!

 

 

See how to let colorful paper create a beautiful card layout

Today's card is super colorful and so easy to make. It uses some brand new Annual Catalog products - yum-o!

Note: my online store is now open and ready for your first orders! Click here to head over now OR click on any of the images below if you want to order them exclusively! 

First let's have a peek at the Tailored Made Tags dies:

There are so many uses for these amazing dies - think scrapbooking, paper crafting, gift tags and, yes, cards! 

Next I want to introduce the Pattern Party paper: 

Here's what's special about this paper pack: you can earn it only as a hostess! That's right, and this pack has forty-eight 12x12 sheets! Grab your friends, collect some orders and then share this paper once it arrives! 

Add a phrase from the new Inspired Thoughts stamp set: 

And you can make this card in no time at all:

 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets: Inspired Thoughts (155536)
• Card Stock: Basic White (159276); Poppy Parade (119793); Granny Apple Green (146990);
  Daffodil Delight (119683); Pattern Party Designer Series Paper (155426 – Host Rewards Item)
• Ink: Granny Apple Green (147095)
• Other: Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (149653); Tailored Made Tags Dies (155563); Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack (155475); Paper Snips Scissors (103579); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

Measurements: 

• Poppy Parade: 5-1/2” x 8-1/2”, scored and folded at 4-1/4” to create card base; scraps for
  die-cutting
• Basic White: 4” x 5-1/4” and 1/2” x 2-3/4”
• Granny Apple Green: 2-3/4” x 4-1/4”
• Daffodil Delight: 2-1/2” x 4”
• Pattern Party Designer Series Paper: 2-1/2” x 4-1/2”

Instructions:

1. Adhere the 4” x 5-1/4” piece of Basic White Cardstock on the inside of our base card.
2. Adhere the Daffodil Delight cardstock to the Granny Apple Green cardstock and adhere to the front of your base card.
3. Using the Cut & Emboss Machine and the Tailored Made Tags Die, cut out 5 of the smallest rounded top tag from the Pattern Party Designer Series Paper. Using the circle from the same die and the scrap of Poppy Parade cardstock, cut out 5 circles. Adhere the circles to the tags using the Multipurpose Liquid Glue.  When dry, tie 2”-3” of White Baker’s Twine to each tag; trim as needed.
4. Adhere each of the tags to the Daffodil Delight Cardstock using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Tip:  work from the center out.
5. Stamp the sentiment using Granny Apple Green ink onto the ½” strip of Basic White Cardstock. Using your Paper Snips, “flag notch” each end and adhere to the tags to finish.

Try this fun tic tac toe challenge for your next card design

I think tic tac toe boards are so much fun to use for card map challenges. So of course I was delighted to see this week's Paper Craft Crew post: 

Sometimes I mull and fret over which row or column to choose. But this week I didn't hesitate. After glancing over the board I chose: Ribbon, Punch and Floral. 

I chose my Daisy punch - both a flower AND a punch (feeling pretty proud of that brainwave). 

I know that I wanted to use Bumblebee for my card base - because it matches my Bumblebee Gingham Ribbon. I am so excited that this ribbon is NOT retiring - yay!

And then I decided to use a sheet of the Dandy Garden designer paper - this is such a fun, colorful pack of paper.

I love the designs and colors and picked a coordinating design for my card. If you love this paper too - remember that it is retiring so you want to order it this week! (Click on the paper photo to head over to my online store)

Here's my card map challenge card: 

If you want to see what the other Paper Craft Crew design team members made for this week's challenge, click here. We hope you will join in the fun!

See how to use the Quiet Meadow stamp set to create a beautiful Mother's Day card

Hi fellow crafters! This week I have another beautiful Mother's Day card idea to share using the brand new Quiet Meadow stamp set and 2021-23 In Colors. This card has a unique layout that will be fun for you to learn. So let's get started, shall we? 

The moment I spotted the Quiet Meadow bundle on the new catalog preorder list I knew I had to have it. This is one of the benefits of joining Stampin' Up! - you get to preorder from our new catalogs a month before anyone else. The idea is to play with new products and to make samples to share with you so that when you get your new catalog you have some fun card samples to provide you with inspiration. 

Here's what you need to make the card below: 

Stamp Sets: Quite Meadow #155082 (bundle to save 10% #155847); Garden Wishes (154408); Itty Bitty Greetings (151331)

Stampin' Write Markers: 2021-23 (155639) 

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black 

Paper and cutting dimensions:        

Whisper White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 5 1/2" x 4 1/4"           

Misc: In Color Jewels (155572); Stampin' Dimensionals; Paper Trimmer (152392) 

 

Here's my card: 

 

Here's a close-up of my card: 

And here's my video showing you how to create this fun layout and you will get a sneak peek at the new In Colors. Listen for tips along the way and to see the same layout using different colors!

 

How to create beautiful patterns using your left over paper strips

Hi fellow crafters! Are you ready for another idea for using up your left over paper strips! Then this is video is for you.

I am going to show you how to create a beautiful paper pattern element for your cards that uses strips of card stock in a really fun way.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

I know we both have been having fun creating projects that use up our left over paper scraps and strips. Your request has pushed me to find several different ways to share with you. This project is quite simple but it does require the following two essentials which will make this project a breeze:

 

Adhesive Sheets:

 

 

Paper Trimmer:

 

 

The rest of the choices are up to you:

 

• color combination of your paper scraps
• phrase for the occasion you need
• punch or die-cut

I decided that I would create a thank you card, using a phrase from the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set. I don't have the punch because I won the stamp set at a Stampin' Up! event last year. (not sure you need the punch....)

 

 

Stamp Set: Sweet Ice Cream #154456

 

Ink: Pacific Point

 

Paper and cutting dimensions: 

        Bermuda Bay: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"         4 1/2" x 1/4" 
        Whisper White: 3" square; 3" x 2"

        Gorgeous Grape: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Melon Mambo: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Pacific Point: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Basic Black: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Pumpkin Pie: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        Bumblebee: 4 1/2" x 1/4"

        

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Adhesive Sheets #152334; Tailored Tag punch #145667; Multipurpose Liquid Glue #154974, Silicone Craft Sheet; Stampin' Dimensionals 

 

Here's this week's paper strip card idea - I hope you will give it a try. I have included a list of supplies under the card along with a video showing you how to create the paper strip element:

 

 

Thanks for watching my video - and don't forget to leave me a comment to leave your opinion! 

Want another fun idea for using up your leftover paper strips?

Hi fellow crafters! I am hearing that you want a second idea for those left over paper strips! This this video is for you.

I am going to show you another fun technique that will help you use up lots of strips of paper in a really fun way.  Are you ready to learn how?

 

Here are a few decisions to make in order to create today's card:

 

Choose five coordinating colors from your left-over paper. I chose: Bumblebee, Melon Mambo, Bermuda Bay, Pacific Point and Gorgeous Grape. You don't have to use 5 colors; you can use less. 

 

Choose an image to diecut - I used two different die packs - Pierced Blooms:

 

 

And I chose Floral Gallery, which is part of the Art Gallery bundle:

 

 

You can purchase the dies separately but I am not sure why you would want to!

 

There is one other essential to make this project super easy (and less sticky) - Adhesive sheets!

 

 

Once you have this small number of items ready to do, then you can create cards like this one!

 

 

Here's another view:

 

 

Supplies

 

Stamp set: none

 

Ink: none

 

Paper and cutting dimensions:

        Whisper White: 3 3/4" square

        Paper strips (5 colors): each 4" x 1/4"

        Basic Black: 3 1/2" x 5 1/4"

        Card base: 11" x 4 1/4" (10.5 x 21 cm)??

        Adhesive Sheet: 3 3/4" square

 

Misc: Paper trimmer #152392; Pierced Blooms dies #154312; Adhesive Sheets #152334; Floral Gallery dies #154216, Multipurpose Liquid Glue, Silicone Craft Sheet; Stampin' Dimensionals; Playing with Patterns Resin Dots #152467

 

Want to see step-by-step instructions for making this card? Watch my video below:

 

See how to create unique, textured backgrounds for your cards

I love sharing unique background ideas for your cards and today is another fun idea! To make the embellishments you will use the Nature's Roots dies:

See the solid (not outline) dies? Grab those and some colored cardstock and see what you can make:

Want to this card a try? See the instructions below. 

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Many Mates (152633)
• Card Stock – Basic White (159228); Garden Green (108605); Soft Sea Foam (147012)
• Stamp Pads – Garden Green Ink (147089)
• Misc – Nature’s Roots Dies ( 146341); Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine (150673)

Measurements:  

• Soft Sea Foam card stock: 11⅝” x 4⅛”; scraps for leaves            
• Garden Green card stock: 4” x 1 ¼” ; scraps for leaves
• Basic White card stock: 4” x 5 ¾”; 4” x 1”                             

Instructions:

• Fold the piece of Soft Sea Foam card stock in half to make a tent fold card base.
• Glue the larger piece of Basic White card stock to the card front.
• Using the Nature’s Roots Dies, cut out the larger and small leaves from the Garden Green and Soft Sea Foam scraps. Cut out 3 large Soft Sea Foam, 2 small Soft Sea Foam, 2 large Garden Green and 2 small Garden Green.
• Place the embossing dies shown below on each leaf and run back through the Stampin’ cut and Emboss machine. Ensure that the side with the grooves on it is facing down on the card stock.
  
  
  
  
• Glue these leave randomly over the card front.
• Using Garden Green ink, stamp the sentiment onto the Basic White card stock strip.
• Glue this strip to the Garden Green strip.
• Attach this to the card front using Stampin' Dimensionals.

Do you know the beautiful drapery card technique?

Today's Sweet Ice Cream thank you card features the Drapery technique, using the new Paper Blooms designer series paper. This paper folding technique is sometimes called the Curtain technique - it's fun and easy, so give it a try!

To make my card I used a phrase from the Sweet Ice Cream stamp set. This set comes bundled with the punch or you can purchase it separately.

For the Drapery technique, I chose a sheet of the new Paper Blooms paper - this pack is FREE with a $50 (€60) purchase at my online store - but only until 28 February, when Sale-a-bration ends. Click here to learn more and to download the Sale-a-Bration catalog for free. 

Aren't the patterns yummy? And what about those colors = soft and playful!

• Night of Navy
• Petal Pink
• Old Olive
• Rococo Rose
• Seaside Spray
• Soft Sea Foam

For my card base I chose Petal Pink and matched it with Night of Navy. Love this color combo! 

Here's my card - and don't miss my video below. Watch for my tips along the way, especially about the embellishment for this card. 

Tip: after the video recording ended I decided to add 3 additional embellishments. Can you spot them on my card? 

Stamp set: Sweet Ice Cream (154456)

Ink: Night of Navy

Paper and cutting dimensions:
        Petal Pink: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"
        Paper Blooms: 4" x 11 1/2"

Misc: Paper Blooms designer series paper (155222); Simply Scored; Multipurpose Liquid Glue; Playing with Patterns Ribbon Combo Pack (152468)

Here's my video - thanks for watching! 

What autumn adventure would you create for this challenge

This week's Paper Craft Crew challenge is super fun - you get you create your own Autumn Adventure!

Normally challenges like this intimidate me and I stall out trying to figure out what to do. But not this week. I immediately decided to use the My Meadow set to create an autumn scene. 

 

I chose this set because it is perfect for creating soft and lovely outdoor scene with its images. As per usual, I started with my paper choice and colors. I love the Plaid Tidings paper pack and chose a strip that had colors that I consider to work well with this autumn themed challenge:

I chose a pattern that had Cajun Craze in it - that seemed a perfect color for my card base. Then the rest was pretty easy. I used my Stampin' Write markers to create my wheelbarrow image, and matched colors where possible to the paper. I chose to make my card a thank you so that I can mail it to a customer who placed an order at my online store. But you can certainly change the phrase to match an occasion you have coming up soon. 

Here's my challenge card - what do you think?

Why not look through your sets and see what Autumn Adventure card idea you can create using the supplies you have on hand. If you want to see what the other crew members created, click here to head on over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

You need see how this amazing product adds sparkle and shine

Sometimes the smallest, inexpensive product can add that perfect final touch to a card, can't it? For example, the Celebrate Sunflowers card below is colorful, has texture and really draws the eye. 

But what you cannot see is the sparkle and shine added by the Wink of Stella. 

Wink of Stella is basically a 'Glitter brush' for accenting stamped images. The brush tip produces thick and thin lines, so you can  add a touch of sparkle and shine or just a little bit - where you need it to be! And this product can also be used on scrapbook pages because it is acid free and of archival quality. And although the photo doesn't properly show it, the liquid dries clear, leaving the sparkle to shine. 

This Celebrate Sunflowers card uses Wink of Stella to the sunflower and leaves. I love this bundle because it has bold images and is the perfect complement for the fall season that is coming our way. 

The font and sentiments are lovely are they? 

See full instructions below!

Supplies:

• Stamp Sets – Celebrate Sunflowers Bundle (154065)
• Card Stock – Whisper White Thick (140490); Crushed Curry (131288)
• Stamp Pads – Memento Black Ink (132708)
• Misc. – Little Details Embossing Folder (153127); Stitched Rectangle Dies (151820); Stampin Blends Daffodil Delight (154883); Shaded Spruce (154903); Mango Melody (154888); Soft Suede (154906); Playing with Patterns Resin Dots (152467); Wink of Stella Clear (141897)

Measurements:  

• Whisper White Thick card base:    8 1/4"  x 5 7/8”
• Crushed Curry card:                         3 3/4” x 3 1/4”; 4 1/8” x 1/2"
• Whisper White cardstock:               2 3/4” x 4 1/8”
• Whisper White card:                        5” x 4 1/2"        

Instructions:

1. Score and fold Whisper White Thick Cardstock
2. Stamp sunflower and three leaves in Memento ink onto larger Whisper White card.
3. Color sunflower and leaves with Stampin Blends, using the dark to create highlights and shadows
4. Die cut stamped images
5. Die cut Whisper White cardstock with Stitched Rectangle die
6. Emboss larger Crushed Curry card with the Little Details folder
7. Stamp sentiment with Memento ink on strip of Crushed Curry card
8. Adhere embossed card to card base with liquid adhesive
9. Adhere leaves to the back of sunflower with liquid adhesive
10. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals pop up Whisper White rectangle to card
11. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals pop up sunflower and adhere to card
12. Adhere sentiment to bottom of card with liquid adhesive
13. Scatter three Crushed Curry Playing with Patterns Resin Dots to card
14. Using the Wink of Stella brush add sparkle to sunflower and leaves

The best color combinations for beautiful beach projects

This week our weather has been over the top {{HOT}} which makes me crave the beach. But right now there are too many people at the beach every day and I am a bit nervous hanging about a bunch of strangers when we are supposed to be keeping our distance from each other. 

So I have been creating a lot of beach-themed cards, like the one I posted on Wednesday. And that made me think that maybe you might be in a beach mood too. 

When creating beach projects, there are certain color combinations I would recommend:

Combination #1

These three I choose for basic beach elements: sky/water, sand and plants/trees. Sahara Sand, Old Olive and Balmy Blue are my most common go-to colors for this kind of theme. 

 

Combination #2

This set of colors are darker in tone. I love Crumb Cake with Soft Suede - think beach sand with palm tree trunks. Pacific Point is quite a vivid blue so use it sparingly, like on the lighthouse below. You can also use it to lightly sponge the sky - but only with a tiny bit of ink on your sponge:

Combination #3

This set of three colors created a more pastel look for beach cards. I love the soft look of this combo:

What are your top colors for beach cards or projects - leave me a comment to let me know - I might give your combo a try on my next beach card. Why not try your combo and make a card today too!