Friday, May 6, 2022

Spellbinders Clear Stamp & Die Set

Hello friends!

I am SEW happy to share this month's Clear Stamp and Die set from Spellbinders. The theme of sewing is just so popular that spellbinders has done it again. 


The May Club sign up window is now open. Sign up now through May 24th and receive the pictured kit.

You asked and we listened. NEW Clear Stamp & Die of the Month Club and receive an expertly designed clear stamp and coordinating die set each month, complete with inspiration. Plus, members get store savings, extra deals, gifts, and more.

This month's "Stitched Color Wheel" Clear Stamp Set and Coordinating Die set is perfect for making cards, decor, and more.

 Obviously, there are so many ways that you can add stitching into this design.

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I decided to "stamp" the color where as the triangle solid stamp was made for this.

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I then added gold thread for my stitching and did only partially.

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The coordinating die, especially the sentiment dies, make the design much more polished and refined.

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The pattern paper is part of this month's Card Kit. I hope this design brightens your day. 

Thanks for stopping by!  


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Thursday, May 5, 2022

Spellbinders Card Kit of The Month

Hello friends!

It's time to share this month's Card Kit from Spellbinders.  This month's card kit is absolutely delightful. I have TWO cards to share today!

 

The May Club sign up window is now open. Sign up now through May 24th and receive the pictured kit.

Join the Card Kit of the Month Club and receive an expertly curated cardmaking kit each month, complete with inspiration. Plus, members get store savings, extra deals, gifts, and more.

This month's "Koala Smiles" Card Kit includes a 6x6 paper pad, clear stamps, an adorable die set, tons of embellishments, and more!

Let's start with the cute Koala bear!

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By following the instructions (included in the Card Kit), I was able to assemble this cute koala easily.

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In this die set, it comes with a few die sentiment such as "hang in there, let's hang soon".

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For the 2nd card, I used the stamp set (part of the kit) and created the simple card.thankful always

 I love stamping a background to match the ephemera and that was what I did here.thankful always -001

It is always a good idea to take a plain piece of pattern paper and alter it. The line paper from the paper pad was light colored. However, with distressed edges and stamped flowers, the floral image and embellishments were made for each other!thankful always -002

Thanks for stopping by!

Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Altenew May 2022 Dreams Come True Collection Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($300 in total prizes)

 Hello friends!

Warning: heavy photo post 


Welcome to Altenew Dreams Come True Collection Release Blog Hop! I am super excited to share 3 projects with you. If you arrive from the blog of Michelle Short ,you are in the right place!

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

Feature products #1: Whispy Joy Stamp & Die Bundle, Burlap Textures Die, Victorian Greenhouse Stamp
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Like many Altenew floral, this Wispy Joy Set has a timeless look and elegant. With just 2-3 layers of stamping, you can achieve lots of depth and contrast.

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Previously, I made a background with Burlap Textures Die, I finally put it into use.

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The backdrop became so intricate thanks to the inlaid die-cutting.  With a few splatter and sequins,,,,, this card is complete!

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How do you like the the font of "teacher" in this set? Stamping a text background for this "thank a teacher" card proves to be a brilliant idea!

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The apple stamp alone in this set is worth the investment. If you love anything apples, this is THE apple that you would love. I think my stamped apple looks like a "Red Delicious"!

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 While you are at it, consider getting the coordinating die. The die set really make the card oh.so.polished. 
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Feature products #3: Folded Drapes 3D Embossing Folder, Meadow Reflections Stamp & Die, Belladonna Lily Stamp Set

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Now...how enchanting and serene is this scene? Thanks to the Folded Drape 3D Embossing Folder, you can literally create any scenic designs.

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I stamped a scenic view with my latest favorite-- Meadow Reflections Stamp & Die
 
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The simple sentiment from Build-a-Flower Bellodonna Lily sure fits. I added some Metallic Thread for the butterfly to add some movement. I think it worked!

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Do you have a favorite card among these three? Do tell me if you do!

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 05/10/2022 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 05/12/2022.

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

Tuesday, May 3, 2022

Add The Midas Touch

 Hello friends!  

I am once again sharing another favorite things that I do with Embossing Folders. That is, do not be intimidated by applying more colors and details. 

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Embossing Folders have come a long way. These days, the folders are 3D and can be angled to add colors and shades. 

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Today's card was created during my time at ScrapFest that took place over a week ago. While doing Make and Take, I didn't have sample to show! So, I needed to make one-pronto!

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Therefore, along with the attendees at the ScrapFest, I created one just like that.... this card didn't take long to make since the embossing folder have all the designs already. 

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 I love using dies for embellishments. The Itty Bitty Die Set is perfect for all kinds of die-cut project. I picked out one of leaf and die cut it in gold.

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I hope that you enjoy seeing this colorful card. Thanks for stopping by!

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Monday, May 2, 2022

Use That Embossing Folder Creatively

 Hello friends!

I am delighted to share a project with Embossing Folder of the Month (Spellbinders). This post will give you some inspiration on using pattern paper with embossing folder.

The May Club sign up window is now open. Sign up HERE now through May 24th and receive the pictured kit.

Join the NEW Embossing Folder of the Month Club and receive an expertly designed embossing folder each month, complete with inspiration. Plus, members get store savings, extra deals, gifts, and more.

This month's "Faux Stitch embossing folder is perfect for making cards, decor, and more.

 It is obvious that we can dry-emboss any types of paper, such as white, colored card stock and pattern paper.

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The twist about this project is that it combines two different pattern paper. With the joint of a touch of Spellbinders Glitter foam Sheet (linked below), this card looks cohesive and seamless thanks to the dry-embossing folder.

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 To dry-embossing the paper in one go, I adhered two pieces of pattern paper to a thin piece of copy paper. You can also use a large strip of Washi Tape. Once joined, I then ran it through this month's Embossing Folder (Faux Stitch")

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 You can also follow the pattern add your stitching. There are so many ways to use this fun embossing folder.  I embellished it with the ephemera (from May Monthly Card Kit).

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This proved to be super easy and fast! I am so glad that you visited my blog today.

Thanks for stopping by! 

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Sunday, May 1, 2022

Altenew Build-A-Garden: Magnificent Branch Release Blog Hop + Giveaway ($200 total prizes)

 Happy May, my friends!

It's time to share another exciting NEW feature!
 
 Altenew is starting to release Build-A-Garden. As you know, with all the Build-a Flowers, we now have a new garden! We are celebrating this new feature with a blog hop! 

If you arrive from the blog of Bridget Casey, you are in the right place.
If not, come and join the fun hop for ideas and inspiration. 

Build-A-Garden: Magnificent Branch Product Description: 

Love genuinely, and bloom with grace. Create two card fronts at once with this first-of-its-kind floral stamp set! The imaginative set features a magnificent tree branch bearing flowers that you wouldn't normally see together in nature. Cut the design just right for a card featuring the cupped rose and another card featuring the flat rose. Stamp the heartwarming sentiments and quotes to inspire your loved ones. We hope you love this stamp set as much as we do!

 

Enjoy our Build-A-Garden project set, an exciting monthly package that is sure to get the creative juices flowing! Each month includes a stamp set along with a coordinating stencil set and/or die set PLUS a customer-favorite Mini Blending Brush! Build your collection of brushes from month to month so you will never be left looking for the perfect tool while crafting.

This set contains the following products:

- one 6" x 8" stamp set containing 10 stamps made in the USA from high-quality photopolymer

- one layering stencil set containing 4 stencils that coordinate with the stamp set

- one Mini Blending Brush for ink blending

Note: These products are NOT sold separately. 


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This new Build-a-Garden truly is something different.  The stamp set is large and comes wit coordinating stencils and mini ink-blending brushes.
 
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This set does well and can be used in so many ways thanks to the large size. Basically you can stamp it in so many ways without repeating.
 
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I like to use multiple sets for color-blending and ink-mixing. By following the guide, I was able to stamp and ink up each petal and leaves without any problem.
 
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I added some Glitter Cardstock (see here) for the bling effect. I even punched out a few small circles as embellishments. The one I used is Smoky Quartz from "Glided" collection.

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Hope you enjoy this release hop. There are so much to see and to be inspired by.
50% off Mega Number Die Bundle

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 05/07/2022 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 05/09/2022


Your next stop is the blog of Sande Woodson
Thanks so much for stopping by!