Clean and Simple Look

 Hello friends!

 I have another LOVE card to share. The die set does all the "work"! All you need is die-cut and assemble.  Today's project has a clean and simple look, but it has some really neat features! 

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This month's "Sneaking a Kiss" small die set is perfect for making cards, decor, and more.  

 I started out with the umbrella panel. As you can see the middle piece has lots of stripes of colors.

 

Previously, I created stripey colorful paper (see here). Since I had a small piece left, I decided to incorporate it into the umbrella. he paper pads I used are from Scrapbook. com selections.

The lines of the border die give some textures in the background. Love that!

I kept the rest of the designs simple. The color scheme of the couples are the same. I did use the border die and adhered the word "love" onto the umbrella.

And of course, the inlaid diecut heart in the string and sequins make this project SHINE!

 The Holographic Paper Pad is my go-to paper. Hope you like this version. I have one more to share! So, stay tuned.  Here is my first version.

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Feliz Navidad

 Hello friends!

I am popping in with a new Christmas sentiment from Alex Syberia release. It is also new to me as I do not ever have one like "Feliz Navidad".

Shop this die at Alex Syberia Design , Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

 Shop Alex Syberia Design, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

I am also using Frosty Lace Stencil for the background. 

 This sentiment die has two component: the backing and the scripted sentiment. 

👉👉 To add colors to a sentiment like this, I created a colorful paper background. Namely, I cut strips of color paper from THIS and adhered them to copy paper. With that, I then ran it through the die cu machine. You then ended up with a colorful backing paper.

  Last but not least, I like to mention that THIS is my favorite color paper selection in 2023. 

💡💡And oh... to stretch this "Feliz Navidad" die a little longer... you can simply use "dad" for any Father-related projects!!

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A Love-themed Card Without Sentiment

 Hello friends!

How is December going for you so far? Hope this post finds you well and healthy! I have a LOVE card to share. The die set does all the "work" for you. All you need is die-cut and assemble. 

The December "New Subscriber" registration window will be available December 6-27th. While supplies last. Join in December and receive the pictured kit. Clubs will ship by the end of the month.

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This month's "Sneaking a Kiss" small die set is perfect for making cards, decor, and more. 

This die set is easy to figure out. The tiniest parts are the feet and shoes!

I decided to use 3 colors for the umbrella to make a big impact. The paper pads I used are from Scrapbook. com selections.

I mixed the white stringed hearts with the gold. The Holographic Paper Pad is my go-to paper for extra shine.

The effective way to add splatter is to use Distress Oxide ink like this.

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Deluxe Caboodle (new)

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Creating with Solid AND Outline Stamps

 Hello friends!

I am sharing TWO project that were 100% stamped. By using the solid and outline stamps, you can achieve a colorful and detailed result fairly easily. There are so many ways of approaching the use of solid and outline stamps.

This stamp set from Alex Syberia Designs provides a great example of solid and outline stamps. 

Shop stamp set: Alex Syberia Design, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

 Shop die set: Alex Syberia Design, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp

I started out with stamping on a light rose color cardstock.

 

 Using colored cardstock is a good way to make the colors pop and help achieve a unique style and look.  I chose a light pink cardstock which makes my design look like a wallpaper!

 With the help of MISTI, I stamped all the flowers with Distress Oxide.  I then took a liberty to add triple white dots with pens like this. 

  I love the look of white dots in this. Unfortunately, I messed up one spot (top right) and there is no way of erasing the mark. So, I left it as is...... it is definitely handmade!

 My next card ? I decided to include the outline and kept the background white. I also stamped with the gold pigment ink like THIS.

 In this one, I added three silver dots in each cluster. 

 

 The details of these outlines really come through. LOVE the look, too!

 Do you have a favorite version?

Last but not least, here is my other version with this stamp and die set.

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Monochromatic Christmas Card

🎅🎄 Happy December! 🎄🎅

 Hope this post finds you well! I am popping in to share a project that I made a while ago. 

The Vintage Ornaments Embossing Folder is absolutely gorgeous!

 The 3D details truly are amazing and make the card-making an easy task, no doubt.

 (Shop Spellbinders , Simon Says Stamp) 

Along with the embossing folder, I am using this Delicate Snowflakes Etched Die for the focal point. 

 (Shop Spellbinders , Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp)

How versatile is this die set? I actually was a bit overwhelmed with the possibilities at first!

 

 Starting with the embossing folder, I took out a color cardstock and ran it through the diecut machine. To highlight the ridges of the embossing folder, I applied a thin ink over the surface of the embossed images. 

 You can use any detailed ink applicator/ink-blender for this purpose. I like to use a piece of foam sheet. They are readily available and very effective. These form sheet (such as THIS) can be used multiple times and are disposable. 

 I love the folksy feel of the tulips, so that was what I used for the focal point. 

 

 What do you think? I think I only touched the surface of these dies!

Can you believe that? We are into the LAST month of 2023! Where did the time all go? I had some changes with my design team commitments this Fall. I now have more time for personal care. I have been enjoying my free time and have no deadlines.... that is a HUGE bonus. 

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Maximize The Use of a Small Stancil Image

 Hello friends! 

 Holiday Wreath & Branch Stencil and Die Set 

(Alex Syberia Design, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp)

 Today's project was created without a stamp (except the sentiment).

First, I had a vision/idea of using small repeated images.  The small bow from the set was perfect.  I started out with stenciling in various colors of bows.

 You can simply use die in various card stock and die cut directly. However, I love the small white lines around the image, so I did stencil and then die cut.

 As you can see, I did added some interest with the wreath stencil. This background may be subtle, but it ha a nice touch with the colorful bows.

 The glitter blow was die cut from THIS.

  

I noticed that there is a slight gap on top, so I added some faux stitching. I hope you get some ideas and feeling inspired.  Thanks for stopping by! 

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A Simple Way of Using a Small Panel Die

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I am popping in to share a simple way of using a small panel die. 

Wave Panel Die 

(Altenew, Scrapbook. com, Simon Says Stamp)

About this die: Loosely inspired by Japanese artwork, this panel die features a gorgeous detailed wave design. Cut it once to serve as the focal point on your project, or two side-by-side to fill most of an A2 card panel. The elegance of the crashing waves will surely elevate the look of your next project!

 For this project, I started out with die-cutting the panel with Holographic Paper Pad.

For the colorful background, I did some ink-blending. on white cardstock. I trimmed the colored cardstock to size and fit it into the panel.

I think with the panel, you can leave it as is. I decided to Craft-a-Flower Sunshine Flowers to stamp the borders. Have you ever tried using outline stamps to stamp a pattern? If not, you should give it a go! This is such an effective way to create an instant pattern.

Instead of stamping the sentiment in black, I chose a bright red.

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