Add That Dimension with a Coordinating Die

Hello friends!

I want to share a simple card with dimensions today.
This year, I am most impressed with the Altenew/Pink Fresh Studio collaboration release.
They have released two stamps sets, two coordinating dies, pattern paper pad (12x12 and 6x6) and ephemera.

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 Here is my latest creation with the pattern paper, stamps and dies. The coordinating die can cut out one of the pattern paper image.


What you see in this card is actually from  a piece of pattern paper from the paper pad. The only thing I did was to pop up the die with stacks of copy paper (you can use any scrap paper).


Thanks to the coordinating die, it was super easy to do. I think the added dimension really make this card a stand-out! For the rest, I stamped the sentiment "for you" and added sequins.

Creative Prompt--->you can apply this "Stacked Dies" technique to your stamp and coordinating die. Adding dimensions with the coordinating die is easy and subtle!

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Add That Metallic Shine

 Hello friends!
Once again, I am popping in with my 2nd project with Etched Flower Buds Die

This lovely die is from Simon Says Stamp's latest release "Send Happiness".

For my 1st take, I used my colored paper with Distress Oxide Spray.

 This time, I used Metallic Paper that I created with Altenew Metallic Watercolor.
The results are pretty bright and shiny!



 I also have Prima Market Watercolor. The price is much cheaper and the result is still pretty good if you don't want to invest an expensive set.

To create watercolor paper, all you need is Bristol or Watercolor paper and Metallic Watercolor such as Altenew Metallic Watercolor. Since I made a large sheet of metallic watercolor paper, I can easily die cut as many buds as it allows on a card. 

All those etched details are what made this die so special.

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How to Use a Circled Greetings Love Die

Hello friends!

Here's post about the July Release Blog Hop from Altenew!

I am delighted to share one project with you from this release.

The format of the release is a video hop from now on.

  Since I am rusty on making videos, I am not part of the hop. 😔

 😀That doesn't mean you can't get inspired from my project and shop through my links! 😆

This post is about using a die like Circled Greetings Love Die.

👉There are a few ways of using it: 

1. use just the word "love" only

2. use just the circle only

3. use the die as is (such as my card here).

4. use the negative pieces of the die to add colors

5. inlaid die-cutting
6. Based on 1 & 2, you can stack the dies to create more dimensions

I started out with placing a piece of Gold Spaltter Blush Washi Tape over the die and made the die-cut.

Once I have done that, I started stamping within the circle on white card stock.

The Bergernia Builder is absolutely amazing to stamp with. 

I kept the color scheme simple since this Circled Greetings Die is so fun to use!

Here is my previous version of the SAME die and stamp.
 
I hope this post is helpful in giving you ideas on using this die.

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3 Tips for Using Geometric Elements to Create Cool Cards

Hello friends!
WARNING: photo-heavy post

It is my turn to share multiple projects with you over Altenew Card Blog.

Have you checked out the new release yet? Here is my post from yesterday if you miss it.

I know it is a lot to take in since there are SO many fabulous stamps, dies and stencils! Today we focus on stamping on Geometric Elements Stamp & Die Bundle in 3 cool ways.  I hope that you will want to get creative after today's post.

 Idea #1: Stamp and/or emboss. When you first get a stamp set like Geometric Element,  simply just stamp or emboss to get the creative juices flowing. The first thing I did with this set was to white-emboss all the images and watercolor them.

 With the Altenew Artist Watercolor 24 Pan Set,  I had so much fun watercoloring the white-embossed geometric pieces. If you ever want to do swatches with your coloring, I would recommend this set as well.

Once the pieces were dry, I ran them with Mini Blossom and you have colorful pieces to work with.  Based on the colors and shapes, I kept them as streamlined as much as possible. I then stamped the sentiment with Fancy Greetings in Antique Gold Pigment Ink.

The colorful geometric shapes do speak volumes. All you need are  just a few Satin White Sequins to embellish.

Idea #2: When in doubt, repeat the patterns. 

In my 2nd card, I embossed the geometric hearts in Antique Gold Crisp Embossing Powder on Vellum Translucent Paper.

I decided to use the backside of the vellum because it looks like those fancy design paper. I then positioned the water-colored heart piece over along with the stamped sentiment.  The card would not be complete without Antique Gold Thread and Sequins!

With this design, you can totally create various themes such as Love, Valentine's Day, Anniversary, Hello, Thank-you ...and Congratulations cards.

Idea #3: Stamp a frame with Geometric Elements!

 With the triangle stamp, I created a frame by stamping at each corner. Adding floral design (Build-a-Flower Primrose) really softens the touches.  The inks I used for the Primrose are: Hazelnut, Sunray, Marigold and Razzleberry.

 For the focal point, I gold-embossed the gem-like shape and colored with it Watercolor Brush Markers (Spring Garden).

The sentiment from Delicate Flower Bed Stamp Set seem perfectly fitting with the design. They were stamped in Celebrate Paper Pack (6x6) and cut out.

 I added a touch of glitter and it really shines like a diamond! It's amazing what stamps and dies can do! I hope this post provides some helpful ideas with Geometric Elements Stamp Set.

💗I would love it if you can leave me your comments over over Altenew Card Blog.💗
Thank you for stopping by!

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Altenew July 2020 Stamp/Die/Stencil/Ink Release

Hello friends!

Here's post about the July Release Blog Hop from Altenew!
I am delighted to share one project with you from this release.
The format of the release is a video hop from now on.
  Since I am rusty on making videos, I am not part of the hop. 😔
 😀That doesn't mean you can't get inspired from my project and shop through my links! 😆

For this release, I made at least 4 projects for the blog hop and sadly, I can't show them off at the video hop release.Therefore, I am going to share one in each post in the next few days.

Feature products: Nature's Blossoms


With the coordinating mask, I was able to mask the flowers and background.
I am recently inspired by many fabric print that I see over Social Media.
I am so intrigued by the bold colors and color contrast.

If you love masking and stamping, this set is definitely right up your alley! 

The new Mega Label Love Stamp set is much like the popular original Label Love Stamp, except it is larger in size obviously.

 

As you may noticed that I didn't use the solid stamp set for the leaves. Somehow I wanted to show off the details of the leaves and purposely left them out.

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Thank you for your support. I will be back with MORE cards with this release.

 Thanks for stopping by!   

Concord & 9th NEW Color Inks!

Hello friends!

👉For the Show & Share post, please scroll down or click HERE

I am popping in with a quick post about Concord & 9th new ink colors!

Yes, they now have new inks and paper!
 CONCORD & 9TH IS NOW CREATING IN COLOR!
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From Concord & 9th

WHY THESE COLORS?
Concord & 9th’s custom color palette is 22 colors (plus black and white) that provide you the ability to create with greater ease and coordination than ever before! The color assortment not only contains a mix of classic and contemporary shades, but also blends beautifully as a single collection.
Throughout the entire collaborative process, the team always kept your creative needs in mind, remaining intentional in our choices, conscientious of how each color affected and was affected by the next. We think you’ll agree that the result is a stunning addition to the Concord & 9th family of products!


WHAT DETAILS CAN YOU GIVE US ABOUT THE INK AND PAPER?
The Ink
Our premium dye ink uses the latest in ink formulations for vibrant, fast-drying color; our pads and cubes use extra firm foam pads, resulting in crisper images with more even coverage. All of this adds up to stamping fun instead of stamping fails! In addition, Concord & 9th’s ink products are acid-free and made in the USA. And we’ll have side-of-case labels available for purchase that makes identifying the color of your ink pad or cube easier than ever! Available in 22 colors; not available in black and white.

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July's Show & Share

Hello friends!

It gives me great pleasure to start the July's Show & Share for

I am amazed at the responses and would love to continue this monthly feature.

The main goal is to challenge you to create and share with our fellow card-makers.

I am hoping that all participants in this monthly feature can give each other some blog love, offer encouragement and get inspired! Are you gamed!?

This is how it works:
Each month, I will post the link on the 9th day of the month and it will end on the 29th day of the month. On the last day of each month, ONE winner will be announced.

To participant in this monthly feature: 

1. link up your new creation(s) and share it here in the gallery. You can use Instagram, Flickr, Pinterest... or blog for your projects.

2. you are most welcome to use WHATEVER in your stash to create. Old or new products are all welcome. You do not need to purchase new products to play. Use what makes you happy.

3. try out new techniques ,styles and products! This is your chance to show off what you make!

4. please link to my blog and mention that you are taking part in Virginia's "Show and Share" and use the blog logo if you can. I hope this will help spread the joy of "show and Share" with more card-makers!

5. please share no more than 4 projects within a month. Basically one project a week is good if you want to link as many as you can.

You can now find this monthly feature link at my side banners. Simply click on it and you can find this very post. I chose 9th day of the month as a cycle because I was born on Dec. 9th.

👉👉For inspiration, I am sharing a card with non-white card stock. White card stock are readily available and easy to create with.

 

However, once in a while, we need to change it up a bit and create our own colored card stock. 

If you have not tried creating with your own DIY color card stock, I encourage to try it!

The challenge is optional. You can post whatever strikes your fancy!

BY the way, today is the new release of Concord & 9th Ink and Paper. 
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 👉👉👉 this month's prize, you will receive 

 

Penny Black Floral Strip

Disclaimer: please know that this feature is not sponsored by any stamp companies. I will be responsible for the prize and shipping. I appreciate that you use my affiliated links (listed as follows and are all located in the side bar) for your crafting purchase. The small commission I make will go toward this event.

Altenew,  Blitsy,  Concord & 9th, Hero Arts ,,
 Scrapbook.com , Simon Says Stamp , Spellbinders

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