Simon Says Stamp July Monthly Card Kit and My Taiwan Trip

Hello friends!

Forget about jet lag (from Taiwan, to Japan, then back to Canada)...
It took 28 hours to complete the trip yesterday.
Then..... I created this post this morning.
 Since I have been traveling so much lately, it's hard to squeeze in crafting time. I just got back from my 18-day trip to Taiwan. It was fun, amazing, yummy and very very hot! I am now happy to be home and am busy preparing for the next adventure!

This July Monthly Kit arrived while I was a way. 

If you like the various theme and surprises, it is a good idea to subscribe (see here).

That way, you will not miss out on getting each kit because they do sell out quickly.

The July kit really brings out the summer! It has colors, theme and it is also hot hot hot. 

Today's card is a CAS one. I absolutely love the pattern paper that comes in the kit, so I did some inlaid die-cutting and it was easy and effective!

 

 There is just something about plaid that makes you happy!



Noticed that I trimmed off the stamped borders (see below)?
Little details seem to make a big difference. I made this card 6 o'clock this morning! I was itching to get back to crafting as I have not touched my supplies for over 20 days!!😆

Here are a few fun photos from my Mother and Son trip to Taiwan.

(that's ME in the silhouette in Kaohsiung harbor!!) 

This trips involves a lot of....

 sight-seeing 
(from Taipei, Hua-lien/Toroko Gorge, Taichung/Sun-Moon Lake, Alishan and the most southern part- Kenting)

visiting relatives ( seen here are my sister,brother-in-law, niece Erica and my mom is the one on the bottom right in plaid dress!!)

selfies, (my beloved sister and niece Erica accompanied us to Alishan Nationalk Scenic Area)

silly photos ( spent too much time on the trains)



and feasting/drinking (lots of bubble tea and Taiwan Beer for David!)

A ginormous thanks to my sister, brother-in-law and niece Erica for hosting. There are simply too many highlights and fun things to mention. This is certainly a trip to remember! I am so glad to have this chance with David to "find my roots" and discover more about my home country.

I have a few more cards with this kit and will share them in the next few days.
You can find all the latest from Simon Says Stamp here.
 edited: some amazing deals over Simon Says Stamp here.

Lastly, don't forget to check out the sales over Altenew (see here). 

If you spend over $100, do use the code "SHIP7OFF" to get $7 off.

SALES over Simon Says Stamp

Hello friends!

HERE at are the sales item from Simon say Stamp
Use code "Cheery" to get $5 off your purchase! 

There are many items that might peak your interest.

Also, Altenew has sales items, too!
Check it out HERE
Use code "SHIP7OFF" to get $7 off.

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Stencil Sunday @Virginia's #3

Happy Sunday!

I am so happy that you are enjoying the Stencil Sunday series!

This feature is FREE for all you to enjoy!
In return, I do appreciate that you use my affiliate links for your craft purchase.
There are a few organization that I donate regularly.  The source of earning/commission will be allocated to the charities that I support: Red Cross, World Vision, PBS and TV Ontario.
Affiliate links are applied at no additional cost to you.
A heartfelt thank-you for your support.

I will be sharing stenciled cards with stamps and inks every Sunday during this summer.
I hope with quality posts, you will still get a dose of stamping fun during the summer.
Don't forget to link your summer creations (at the right side bar) for Virginia's Blog Party!

Let's get right to STENCILS!

This is my 3rd installment of this series that takes place every Sunday.

You can find out the latest sales HERE.( please see top side bars a
HERE are what's new at Simon Says Stamp
HERE what's on sale over Simon Says Stamp🙂

Today's stencil series is featuring Graffiti Bubbles. 

You might think this one is a bit tricky to use. But really, with the right stamp, this is such a cool one to use. I think it will also make great masculine cards!

Here is my take!

Here are my 5 simple steps:

1. Pick two colors with various inks and start applying onto stencil

2. Stamp the Halftone Hearts in the same two colors. 

3. Fussy cut the hearts. Position them in a cluster.

4. Add silver DMC strings and sequins

5. Adhere hearts with double-sided tape

 I really love how this turned out.

 Don't forget to link up your summer creations (located at the top right side bar) to Virginia's Blog Party!! Please feel free to use any of my links to make your supply purchase.
 You can purchase all these supplies

at Simon Says Stamp, click here. 

at Altenew Shop, click here and here.

Build-a-Flower (Ranunculus) -One More!

Hello friends!

I am popping in with a post about Build-a-Flower (Ranunculus).

Before I move on, I want to remind you that Altenew has a special promotion:
receive a FREE stamp set with a purchase!
You can find out the sales HERE
Today is the last day for this promotion.
Use code"SHIP7OFF" to get $7 off of order over $100.

This set is available over
Altenew
and
Simon Says Stamp.

This card is all about stamping. I love using outline stamps and here I stamped three flowers with masking.



I didn't want to cover up with the lovely stamping, so I use a piece of vellum to add the sentiment.


 Of course, the Wink of Sella (splatter) and sequin make such a happy ending, too.

Here are my previous versions with this stamp set.



Do you have a favorite version?
 Thanks for stopping by!
See you at Stencil Sunday @Virginia's !

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge #428

Welcome to another week on the Simon Says Stamp Challenge !! Thank you for joining us for the Anything Goes Challenge and we hope you will all join us again this week too :-)

This week the challenge is...

Summer Sunshine

 We are using Simon Says Stamp products this week. You don't have to use them to join in but if you have some, we love to see them used :-) 

 I decided to create a fun circle card with a few sets of Simon Says Stamp: Circle Saying, Birthday Flowers  and Happy and Smiles.

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As you can tell, I went to town with these three sets of stamp.

This card is a great smile-maker!😊

As always, Simon Says Stamp will be giving away a $50 voucher to shop at the fabulous Simon Says Stamp Store!

So now it's YOUR turn ! Happy Crafting !!

There are fabulous Give Aways and inspiration from fabulous designers on a daily basis over on the Simon Says Stamp Blog . If you haven't subscribed by email, you may want to do so you don't miss out.

You have until Wed. 8am Eastern Time to join in :-)

Follow Simon Says Stamp on Instagram

Do you use Instagram ?  If so please add  #ssswchallenge to your challenge entry uploads so we can see them on there too !

I hope you check out the DT's work!  I can't wait to see what you create!!
Thanks for stopping by!

HAPPY 4TH OF July 4th and Sales!

Hello friends! 

Happy 4th of July to my US friends and followers! 

1. Simon Says Stamp Brands sale is coming to an end after midnight tonight.

to take advantage of the 15% off on all Simon Brand products.

Today is the LAST CHANCE!!

(Sale end on July 4th 11:59pm, EDT)

Shop HERE

Use code SSSFLASH

2. sales ( up to 40% off) over Altenew. 

Click HERE and it will take you to sales over Altenew.

Altenew's SALES are definitely worth checking out.
Do use code "SHIP7OFF" if your order is over $100.

Receive a FREE Traveling Stamp Set with every purchase now through July 6th at 11:59 pm EDT. Not valid on previous purchases. Shop HERE

Enjoy savings up to 40% off selected items. Limited time only. Shop HERE: 

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DIY Coloring Page!

Hello friends!

I am popping in with a fun coloring page that I did.

Before I start, I want to remind you to take advantage of the 15% off on all Simon Brand products.
Today is the LAST day of sale!!!

(Sale end on July 4th 11:59pm, EDT)
Shop HERE

Use code SSSFLASH

Flower Medley by Penny Black 

Eventually I turned it into a card (surprise, surprise!!).

This stamp set offers beautiful curvy and detailed lines. 

The open space is just right for beginner-intermediate colorist like me.

I chose two floral images and positioned them in my MISTI.

For a change, I stamped the images all in Vintage Photo Distress Oxide.

I loved how they turned out. In order to make it easier for coloring, I clear-embossed it with SSS Clear Extra Fine EP.

Once I have it all stamped and embossed. The coloring was really fun. The key in this design is the mixing of colors. I thought it would be a good idea to mix the Distress Oxide (ex: pink with yellow/orange, purple with blue).

From this close-up photo, you can see the white and silver watercoloring . In addition to Distress Oxide, I also mixed in the white and silver.

Once the colors are mixed, the flowers look all more beautiful thanks to the various shades.

My happy happy wishes to you on a very summery day.

By the way, these new Distress Oxide are on my must list.
Are you getting some?
If you do, you can use the code "Cheery" to get $5 off of your purchase.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Stencil Sunday @Virginia's #2

Before we start today's series, I like to point out that Simon Says Stamp's Summer Flash Sale!
All Simon Says Stamp products are now 15% off!
Those new dies and stamp from the latest release that you have been eyeing for...., now it's the time.
This special deal is valid till July 4th

Use code SSSFLASH

Shop HEREHERE
Do hurry and shop early for better selection.
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Happy Sunday, friends!

Today is the 2nd installment of my "Stencil Sunday @Virginia's" series.

This feature is FREE for all you to enjoy!
In return, I do appreciate that you use my affiliate links for your craft purchase.
There are a few organization that I donate regularly.  The source of earning/commission will be allocated to the charities that I support: Red Cross,World Vision, PBS andTV Ontario.
Affiliate links are applied at no additional cost to you.
A heartfelt thank-you for your support.

I will be sharing stenciled cards with stamps and inks every Sunday during this summer.
I hope with quality posts, you will still get a dose of stamping fun during the summer.
Don't forget to link your summer creations (at the right side bar) for Virginia's Blog Party! 

Let's get right to STENCILS!

For the Series #2,  I am featuring Layered Dahlia Stencil A.

 Layered Dahlia Stencil B

These two stencil can work independently and also together as a set.
There are noting like these two out there.

I decided to layering them up vertically. This is the result.

The sentiment was embossed twice in silver embossing powder. So, it's nice and thick and rich! 

The only special thing I did was to add Nuvo Crystal Drops (White Blizzard) (with Layered Dahlia Stencil A. in place). I took an old paint brush and followed the stencil along the line and let the glitter dry as soon as I am done tracing.

Isn't the glitter awesome in this?

I hope that you like the stencil series. 

See you next Sunday for the 3rd installment!

You can purchase all these supplies

at Simon Says Stamp, click here. 
at Altenew Shop, click here and here.

Altenew's SALES are definitely worth checking out.
Do use code "SHIP7OFF" if your order is over $100.

Thanks so much for your support.

Simon Says Stamp Flash Sale!

Hello everyone! 

Hope you are having a great day so far...

I am passing on some info about Simon Says Stamp Flash Sale.

All Simon products are now 15% off

Use code SSSFLASH

Shop HERE

This sale ends on July 4th, 11:59pm, EDT

Shop early for best selection! 

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I will be back tomorrow for the 2nd installment of Sunday Stencil @Virginia'a!

Here are the latest release from Simon Says Stamp