Yay with Simple Stitching

Hello friends!

I am delighted to share a new project with the Spellbinders Stitched Die.  

  

These are my first two cards with the alphabet dies. If you have not tried stitching (with thread) in your projects, these dies are great starter sets.

 

Obviously, the more alphabet dies you own, the more options you have.

 However, you can simply choose the important alphabet that you will use often. For example, my card only utilize two alphabet (a and y) and that make these two alphabet extra special. Another option is to choose the alphabet as "monogram".

For this card, I stamped Graceful Bloom in the background. 

 

This is gorgeous stamp set. I love the artsy vibe in this stamp.

There are two pieces of die in each alphabet set: the front one (with stitches) and the backing. Once your finish stitching, you can then glue the piece to the backing. And that's it!

I hope you are enjoying your weekend! I will be joining the Altenew Color Pop Retreat for a 12-hour crafting fun.Since it's Memorial weekend in US, there are lots of crafty sales listed below.

Simon Says Stamp offers 15% off Site-wide sale. Use coupon code "CRFT898" .After loading up your shopping cart, check out HERE. This offer is valid till May 30th, 11:59pm EST

 

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Easy Layering: Layered Daisies Etched Dies

Hello friends!

I am popping in with a simple layering die set. This Layered Daisies Etched Dies is one of Spellbinders April release.  

Thanks to the deep etched design, you can easily shows off the details without a lot of effort.

 

 

 

 I decided to use Mirror Gold Cardstock since this paper is very pliable and easy to die cut.

For the stems and leaves, I used the ink-sprayed paper that I previously created.

To counter balance the simple and yet striking color combo, I used a floral and wood-grain pattern paper.  The sentiment and tiny hearts are from May's monthly club kit.

Thanks for stopping by! 

 

Scrapbook.com offers FREE STANDARD & POSTAL Shipping on orders $75+ 

(Coupon Code: MAYSHIP22)

If you are using another shipping option (International or Expedited) you can still enjoy some savings! Enter code MAY7OFF at checkout to get $7 OFF $75+ instead! 

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From Simon Says Stamp: 

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How To Color a Large Image Without Coloring (& Winner Annoucement)

Hello friends!

 

 

I am popping in to share a fun and easy project. Previously, I used this Craft Your Life Project kit to create this shape card.

 

However, I love this kit so much that I decided to have another go and came up with another idea.

 

This time, I add tons of colors without having to color the image. The title of this post is misleading (yeah I know-...sorry!). 

 

But the truth is, I did color the image with ink-smooshing. The result is usually gorgeous and organic. The more you do, the easier it gets. 

A few things to keep in mind:

1. pay attention to the space 

2. controlled use of water

3. avoid using multiple colors at the same time (this can create unwanted muddle)

4. color-layering is a good thing 

5. select your stamp/die wisely: outline stamps are generally ideal for this

The thing is EVERYONE can do ink-smooshing. The tricky part is how not to look like a hot mess. If you can make your ink-smooshing look "intentional", you definitely are above the crowd.

 

I am listing a few other Project Kits that are also suitable for ink-smooshing.  

Last but certainly not the least..... It brings me a great pleasure to announce the TWO lucky random commenters! 

Every month, Altenew offers two giveaway to my followers/readers. I am thankful for your frequent visits and that you take some precious time to leave me a comment. Your feedback and comments are the energy boost that keep me going. Without further ado, here are the two winners. 

from this post: 

Dawn T said...Awesome background Virginia. You really have made such a beautiful card.

May 21, 2022 at 2:02 AM

from this post: 

Maura said... Lovely, I especially love the text bg!!! May 20, 2022 at 11:06 AM 

 

Congratulations, Dawn and Maura! Altenew will contact you for the GC. Enjoy your shopping. 

Thanks for stopping by! 

Receive a FREE brand-new Happy Sentiments Stamp Set($4.99 value) with *every order from 05/25/2022 at 12:01 am EDT until 05/27/2022 at 11:59 pm EDT or while supplies last. The free gift will be added to cart automatically. *Not valid on online class, workshop, gift card, and monthly subscription plan orders.

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CAS Stitched Alphabet

Hello friends!

 I am popping in to share another simple stitched card.

 Here's my previous project with the letter A.

 I happened to have thread that is close to the color of Glitter Foam Sheet that I have. The Mono chromatic theme will totally work in this.

 I placed a piece of vellum as an extra layer and buffer. It works for me!

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Thanks for stopping by! 

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Altenew May 2022 Lovely in Lace Collection Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in total prizes)

 Hello friends!

Warning: photo-heavy post

Welcome to Altenew Lovely In Lace Collection Release Blog Hop! I am excited to share one project with you other than the one in Altenew Card Blog.
If you arrive from the blog of Carol Hintermeier , you are in the right place!

All the details about this blog hop, please visit Altenew Card Blog 

Feature products #1: Mariposa 3D Embossing Folder, Sentiment Strip Stamp 3, Metallic Watercolor and Brushes Bundle


 

This Mariposa 3D Embossing Folder is impressive, isn't it? I only used 2/3 of  the butterfly and it looks absolutely amazing as is.

 

I took out the Metallic Metallic Watercolor and gently colored away. It requires little paint and water to color the image, so I used regular 110 lb cardstock and it worked just fine.


 

 I also shared two other cards over today's Altenew Card Blog. Now that it's springtime, this

 

Feature products #2: Hosta 3D Embossing Folder, Itty Bitty Branches Die Set , Fancy Congrats Die

 

 

This gorgeous embossing folder is any plant lover's dream. I started out by inking up the background in assorted green inks. I then ran the Classic White Solar White Cardstock with the Hosta 3D Embossing Folder. 

 

I added a strip of vellum along with the Congrats Die Set. This square card is now perfect for any congratulatory occasion!

With the Altenew ink blending tools, I was able to highlight the Hosta leaves beautifully. Once it's trimmed to 4 1/2" x 4 1/4", I added the watercolored Itty Bitty Branches Die Set for colors and accents.

Feature products #3: Cherry Plum Blossom 3D Embossing Folder-Golden Trim Washi Tape

 

 

Cherry Plum Blossom 3D Embossing Folder really got me inspired! This card proves just how versatile that embossing folder can be.

 

 

I thought the watercolor look will be beautiful with this Cherry Plum Blossom 3D Embossing Folder and that's what I did. All you need are Soothe and Smooth Watercolor Paper and Artists' Watercolor 24 Pan Set.

To enhance the details, I highlighted the dry-embossed ridges of the blossoms with the Fine Liner Pen Set (size 01) and Metallic Watercolor 14 Color Pan Set. The Gold Trim Washi Tape-highlighted sentiment (from Victoria Greenhouse) completed the card.

You can get the entire release HERE

Prizes: $300 in total prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 2 lucky winners and a $25 gift certificate to 8 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by 05/29/2022 for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 10 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on 05/31/2022.

 

Altenew Blog

Jaycee Gaspar

Mindy Eggen

Jenny Colacicco

Angela Brennan

Tenia Nelson 

LauraJane

Nathalie DeSousa

Carol Hintermeier

🌷🌹🌼Virginia Lu🌹🌻🌷

Nenette S. Madero

Terri Koszler

Katrina Howe

Reiko Tsuchida 

Linda Westfall

Bridget Casey

Ann Taylor

Colleen Balija

SathyaKala Sankaran

Eva Bussom

Natasha Davies

Sande Woodson

Susan Stagno

Nichol Spohr 

Hussena Calcuttawala

Nandini Karmarkar

Preeti Chandran

Your next stop is the blog of Nenette S. Madero. Have fun hopping! Thanks for stopping by!   

Altenew Paint-A-Flower: Magnolia Rustica Outline Stamp Set Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($200 in Total Prizes)

Hello friends!

It's time to share another exciting Altenew Paint-a-Flower with you.
We are celebrating this month's Paint-A-Flower Magnolia Rustica with a blog hop!

If you arrive from the blog of Nenette S. Madero, you are in the right place.

If not, come and join the fun hop for ideas and inspiration over Altenew Card Blog. 

Featured products: PAF Magnolia Rustica Rubra, Artists' Watercolor 24 Pan Set, Watercolor Paper Set (A2 loose sheets), Glitter Cardstock Set - Gilded 

This image is rather large and easy to color.

I often start coloring the image and then the background. I don't think it matter what order you take, it's just a matter of preference.

I was inspired by the Magnolia that I saw in my neighbor's yard.

 

I hope that you enjoy today's blog hop.

 

50% off Nature's Views Artist Alcohol Markers & Alcohol Ink Bundle (24 Colors) from 05/22/2022 at 12:01 AM EDT until 05/23/2022 at 11:59 PM EDT.  Not valid on previous purchases.

Giveaway Prizes: $200 in total prizes! To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 2 lucky winners and a $20 gift certificate to 5 winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or each designer’s blog post on the blog hop list below by 05/28/2022 for a chance to win. Altenew will draw 7 random winners from the comments left on each stop of this blog hop and announce the winners on the Altenew Winners Page on 05/30/2022

Your next stop is the blog of Natasha Davies

Thanks so much for stopping by!