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Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.comBlogger1123125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-30095336977873015852024-03-18T09:00:00.003-05:002024-03-18T09:00:00.188-05:00Brushed Florals<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Watercolor crystals will always yield surprising results. Sometimes, I am a bit disappointed, especially if some of the colors run together to create a muddy presence. Still, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi4SnhylFmfvQLM_NMmwV42aRAyyyp2VB8sOAXiL2FLpp8HLBZ8inLZKGRNRA472jqQdvsXjg_jTZeDBc91mAB0H2H0Hv7P5DiVZ1QHWvwl1D_9Gla4uiCKOmzWYl5Df1IkP8KOp3DxpQDv1b8O2J1Veu-JDEpBSq9X48N_YTzLrCnheTocDwH27Zq-_A/s2867/Brushed%20Florals.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1856" data-original-width="2867" height="414" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi4SnhylFmfvQLM_NMmwV42aRAyyyp2VB8sOAXiL2FLpp8HLBZ8inLZKGRNRA472jqQdvsXjg_jTZeDBc91mAB0H2H0Hv7P5DiVZ1QHWvwl1D_9Gla4uiCKOmzWYl5Df1IkP8KOp3DxpQDv1b8O2J1Veu-JDEpBSq9X48N_YTzLrCnheTocDwH27Zq-_A/w640-h414/Brushed%20Florals.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Brushed Florals</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-weilN8shmc4E9CTHvxH8H8kvfhLGOKuK9kFdBK-39_7t3VtYNZF3TuzT4senFjN-GWeRqFOuO2xtt7xUitIn2QAuz0Ha_RXT3yJr_zmNZRBpoSsD2pNVZNeAHr0cwl_k0Au0uWXi9dagpzQefrEFRY4i0Ib7Ooq3v8czzjyl576vnzmcdqDohIFdm0U/s2862/Brushed%20Florals%20Too.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1831" data-original-width="2862" height="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-weilN8shmc4E9CTHvxH8H8kvfhLGOKuK9kFdBK-39_7t3VtYNZF3TuzT4senFjN-GWeRqFOuO2xtt7xUitIn2QAuz0Ha_RXT3yJr_zmNZRBpoSsD2pNVZNeAHr0cwl_k0Au0uWXi9dagpzQefrEFRY4i0Ib7Ooq3v8czzjyl576vnzmcdqDohIFdm0U/w640-h410/Brushed%20Florals%20Too.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Brushed Florals Too</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeEAKlw4O-r7nTGvGf4Xp-hIv7KH54LTs4LtTSZOZFwYRMCOKqAdhDDARFLOhyphenhyphen3SBo_dEllzPP1Tjf5sPHGNEpUP-Qt_8RRXL92jl_C2ZAxaNvDMGtblchTxzssU5EBw3QtKyGzQxSyu2FYZonD4GrTTrjKXT1DNXArCilWNvHLAOf_obL_sbxB6cte74/s2753/Brushed%20Florals%20Tre.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1779" data-original-width="2753" height="414" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeEAKlw4O-r7nTGvGf4Xp-hIv7KH54LTs4LtTSZOZFwYRMCOKqAdhDDARFLOhyphenhyphen3SBo_dEllzPP1Tjf5sPHGNEpUP-Qt_8RRXL92jl_C2ZAxaNvDMGtblchTxzssU5EBw3QtKyGzQxSyu2FYZonD4GrTTrjKXT1DNXArCilWNvHLAOf_obL_sbxB6cte74/w640-h414/Brushed%20Florals%20Tre.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Brushed Florals Tre</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Happy & Heartfelt</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Melon Mambo A-2, Scrap</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Granny Apple Green A-2, Scrap</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Daffodil Delight A-2, Scrap</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Irresistibly Floral DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Brusho Crystal Colour:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gamboge</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Yellow</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Moss Green</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Brilliant Red</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Pigment Watercolor Sprinkles:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Melon Mambo</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Granny Apple Green</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Daffodil Delight</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Washi Label Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gold Glitter Washi Tape</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bright's Enamel Shapes</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glitter Ribbon</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>As you can see, I went a bit overboard in creating these cards. It is so easy and fun to play with watercolor crystals. I used the Brusho Crystal Colours on the first card and the Pigment Watercolor Sprinkles on the other two cards.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I sprinkled the DSP panel with some watercolor crystals or sprinkles.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then spritzed the panel with water, and let the crystals or sprinkles do their thing. I did keep a paper towel close by to dab here and there. The muddy look happens when too many of the colors run together. Oops.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I let the panels dry for a bit.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped the sentiments on scraps of matching cardstock.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I punched them out, using the Washi Label Punch. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the dried panels onto a Basic Black matte and then onto a matching card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered a bit of Gold Glitter Ribbon to the card front and attached the sentiment, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added some Enamel Shapes and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I am so excited that you decided to pay me a visit. 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That is exactly what I did to stamp each side of my card front. Read on for the details. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpAqD8Ysm8XpozzVNqW9OHIQoL4nMo1OahOnqsu5s6rvDd-66pP5OQJ9WDh67CiH1IwIyoi5HI7KqpCO_RYMSVOQjHQ3wFB_0pgZliyf0lRBk1i9z3uyYQU-JTbQ1QWk7TEMhFkM8vOV-5mPRxj9b5HzB7inO1vpao7Ycaha1iFDh_O7qsEU72h3VYHE/s3197/Berry%20Lemon.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3197" data-original-width="2482" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpAqD8Ysm8XpozzVNqW9OHIQoL4nMo1OahOnqsu5s6rvDd-66pP5OQJ9WDh67CiH1IwIyoi5HI7KqpCO_RYMSVOQjHQ3wFB_0pgZliyf0lRBk1i9z3uyYQU-JTbQ1QWk7TEMhFkM8vOV-5mPRxj9b5HzB7inO1vpao7Ycaha1iFDh_O7qsEU72h3VYHE/w496-h640/Berry%20Lemon.jpeg" width="496" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Color & Contour</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Berry Burst A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Berry Burst</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Lemon Lolly</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Shaded Spruce</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Blending Brush</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stenciling</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2-Step Stamping</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Masking</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Artistic Mix Decorative Mask</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Blending Brush</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive-Backed Solid Gems</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I covered the right side of the Basic White panel with paper. Basically, I folded over the sheet of paper that I always have underneath my working project to protect my surface. I used some painter's tape to secure it. You decide if you want the panels to be equal in width or not. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then taped down a stencil to the right side of the card. I placed it over the entire card and secured it with Painter's tape. I did check to make sure it was as straight as possible. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I brushed on some Lemon Lolly over the entire left side and then some.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Once it was covered in ink, I gently removed the stencil and washed it under some running water and dried it. Some folks just like to use a wipe to clean it. Just make sure you do not forget, or you might ruin your next project...</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Now, I covered the left side with paper. This technique is called masking. Basically, you are covering a portion of your card to protect it from everything. Again, I used Painter's Tape to secure the paper (mask).</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the sentiment on the top of the section. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then randomly stamped the outline of the flower to cover the panel. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added step 2. I stamped the inside color of the flower. This stamp does not align perfectly with the stamp, but that is the way it is supposed to be. I think it looks great.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the panel onto the Berry Burst card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few solid gems and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thanks for stopping by and taking a quick peek. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> for more information on my cards or Stampin' Up!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Click on the headers above and satisfy your curiosity.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Please take the time to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-61779811693175440252024-03-16T09:00:00.004-05:002024-03-16T09:00:00.224-05:00Joshua 1:9<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Send encouragement to someone with this card. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdMtN24PlaKt9XqkpKTPPpvdGq6M5rx5WDHoP-vvsAslReDe9U1LIz-Qg8rPkO96yUpiOH6h3MrujIrbqto0sRC8IbuqpPV3hAWwUKRWkZ-lOdPQxtZO6gL3qNX-BwmMR1VjV-ik2U58w0TAIIEycoYn8XQ1tNjlplpxinDZgzAy5wgLfZK-JRo9qus0/s2120/Joshua%201-9.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2120" data-original-width="1667" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdMtN24PlaKt9XqkpKTPPpvdGq6M5rx5WDHoP-vvsAslReDe9U1LIz-Qg8rPkO96yUpiOH6h3MrujIrbqto0sRC8IbuqpPV3hAWwUKRWkZ-lOdPQxtZO6gL3qNX-BwmMR1VjV-ik2U58w0TAIIEycoYn8XQ1tNjlplpxinDZgzAy5wgLfZK-JRo9qus0/w504-h640/Joshua%201-9.jpeg" width="504" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stampabilities</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Rose Red A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Painted Blooms DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside), 1 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gold Scraps</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Daffodil Delight</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponging</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Lovely Labels Pick a Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Cross of Hope Framelits</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stitched Rose Red Ribbon - 6"</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponge</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Pearl Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glue Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped, punched, and sponged my sentiment. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then wrapped 6" of the Stitched Rose Red Ribbon around the lower part of the DSP panel. I used glue dots to adhere the ribbon. I found that the glue dots help to keep the ribbon in place, and they are less messy than liquid adhesive. Use any adhesive you have on hand or your favorite. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the DSP panel onto the Rose Red card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then attached the sentiment to the upper part of the card front, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added 3 gold flowers on the ribbon, using dimensionals. I punched these, using the Itty Bitty Punch Pack. Every time I have a scrap of gold paper, I punch or die cut small things like stars, hearts, crosses, and flowers to use whenever I choose. I separate them into small plastic bags and keep them readily available with my other embellishments. I add a sticker with the die cut or punch I used, so I can include it in the write-up.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered a cross between the sentiment and the ribbon.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few pearls and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for stopping by here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions or need anything Stampin' Up! related.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>If you have a few minutes, <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a>, and take a look at quality products and deals that may be happening today! 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You will not regret it.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Want some company? <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a> and become a member of my team. I can't wait to meet you.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Make sure you <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog. This way you won't miss a thing!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-70734587619870146032024-03-15T09:00:00.001-05:002024-03-15T09:00:00.133-05:00All Translucent <p> <span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I really like the transparency of these florals. The Translucent Florals all appear in 3-D. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha707NygIntEZYpC0wPG58Y-fLQYLHbXrm24CGD64lg9AlPihjKNgA_pw5TB6_0ZtIfONk9a2bzZhAu6CtCXwbWzD63oIRvaxsaZkpTsWbt818KyvMiDnGAk8vaJUxstXQggv8NNMEs7BalZoRhB38p3CV1ZAJlWf2pVeqIZ3EdO7vynU34_Z619yAd-0/s2931/All%20Translucent.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2931" data-original-width="2291" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha707NygIntEZYpC0wPG58Y-fLQYLHbXrm24CGD64lg9AlPihjKNgA_pw5TB6_0ZtIfONk9a2bzZhAu6CtCXwbWzD63oIRvaxsaZkpTsWbt818KyvMiDnGAk8vaJUxstXQggv8NNMEs7BalZoRhB38p3CV1ZAJlWf2pVeqIZ3EdO7vynU34_Z619yAd-0/w500-h640/All%20Translucent.jpeg" width="500" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Translucent Florals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bubble Bath A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Delightful Floral DSP 5 x 4-1/4 (cut into 1" strips - keep in order) </span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 4 x 2-3/4, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Berry Burst</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bubble Bath</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Parakeet Party</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pretty Peacock</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Paper Piecing</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Iridescent Rhinestone Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I cut the DSP panel into 1" strips, keeping them in order to piece them together, as shown above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then laid them out on the card front to figure out the spacing between each strip and to make sure I had them in order. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered them in place. The top and bottom strips should be even with the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the floral images on the Basic White panel, using the inks listed above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the stamped panel onto the center of the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a couple of Iridescent Rhinestones and adhered the Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you kindly for stopping by here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if I can be of service.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Take a quick look and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> for new products and current sales. 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We already have crafting in common!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please take a few minutes to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Plus, you don't want to forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-55984234816006770672024-03-14T09:00:00.002-05:002024-03-14T09:00:00.142-05:00Find Refuge <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I chose to leave the dove white, but you can easily color it. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS1APJR1Wzul5OE5hrHU0t_DhU84x1MHVmLu2ba5op5s1E9VMsFuXUGJmUMKaM6Gm1nQmXnr1Uy3qqTxuSNk1afJJkvXTQ3NUpbeF5VEVnreP6HdOd1giSRkFQwB3b83iny9YNhm-Bj6xicL1V5cEmNBIdabuCiEE2yHmzHF0OtobOuEK39N984TjfNU/s3172/Find%20Refuge%20Collage.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1648" data-original-width="3172" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRS1APJR1Wzul5OE5hrHU0t_DhU84x1MHVmLu2ba5op5s1E9VMsFuXUGJmUMKaM6Gm1nQmXnr1Uy3qqTxuSNk1afJJkvXTQ3NUpbeF5VEVnreP6HdOd1giSRkFQwB3b83iny9YNhm-Bj6xicL1V5cEmNBIdabuCiEE2yHmzHF0OtobOuEK39N984TjfNU/w640-h332/Find%20Refuge%20Collage.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Hope & Prayer</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Mossy Meadow A-2, 5 x 3-3/4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Petal Pink 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Petal Promenade DSP 4-3/4 x 3-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Mossy Meadow</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Petal Pink Rhinestone Gems</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Corner Rounder Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Curvy Corner Trio Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the Petal Pink panel onto the Mossy Meadow card front. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then took the smaller panel of Mossy Meadow and rounded the corners, using the Corner Rounder Punch.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I used the Curvy Corner Trio Punch on each of the corners of the Petal Promenade DSP panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the sentiment and dove within the wreath, using Mossy Meadow ink.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the DSP panel onto the Mossy Meadow panel, and then onto the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Here is a closer look at each of the cards:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE69Tu_vOaMDQCTQQFfa-a9zD9D5O8pNoigzbLnw81wBodBPGelSh7my1P-h_Gx11vg8nUWZkVp7ANGwYHT9g4CxbLNUQmaF05kWB5nLrRUXMgX9XX3WOxeYHH0LaeHLt-uU7S5yiB-1W34QFux6ii1O8VnUMBhLi7ThOb7_RjogaQFfiVVmuuPp1xVsw/s2854/Find%20Refuge.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2854" data-original-width="2218" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE69Tu_vOaMDQCTQQFfa-a9zD9D5O8pNoigzbLnw81wBodBPGelSh7my1P-h_Gx11vg8nUWZkVp7ANGwYHT9g4CxbLNUQmaF05kWB5nLrRUXMgX9XX3WOxeYHH0LaeHLt-uU7S5yiB-1W34QFux6ii1O8VnUMBhLi7ThOb7_RjogaQFfiVVmuuPp1xVsw/w498-h640/Find%20Refuge.jpeg" width="498" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Find Refuge</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlvMvPjkSKmK8piniDtXXJQEqXulqul0X9t8dqsQe_rYM7f04fY6ikWKtgbNvYEsMNORYBQpX3cgK8DDk-Dbg3NtxYkwvHvo_OCdna5CGDZ7kZoYu5AM3JvN8FxQmif7BnUZ3uEpdeBQ4KOJ8BB2SRJtx4hVWNQ3YJdcPL9Uixj-7DA6_tVtCoOKhmurw/s2621/Find%20Refuge%20Too.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2621" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlvMvPjkSKmK8piniDtXXJQEqXulqul0X9t8dqsQe_rYM7f04fY6ikWKtgbNvYEsMNORYBQpX3cgK8DDk-Dbg3NtxYkwvHvo_OCdna5CGDZ7kZoYu5AM3JvN8FxQmif7BnUZ3uEpdeBQ4KOJ8BB2SRJtx4hVWNQ3YJdcPL9Uixj-7DA6_tVtCoOKhmurw/w500-h640/Find%20Refuge%20Too.jpeg" width="500" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Find Refuge Too</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD9DVyUDjaWJ9Y2WvS1jb8woJUDvXHXNl182JnvYpk0M6iWsZ2JK2h7a2ixtXKZDgGCYYszjxqmvll8NNed5ww5bR-l320At2eealnym9-7NEqlU83_0IXFFaMxElGkqeQ8NtVO9xw0ak9ZPTFQqZhdgn8pp0LBm7ifnjWw1DvVXbfYDvVrqCZq3p8ouc/s2550/Find%20Refuge%20Tre.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-80698680011661272542024-03-13T09:05:00.000-05:002024-03-13T09:05:38.933-05:00Lots of Love <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Whenever you have beautiful designer paper, you want to keep everything clean and simple. Just add a sentiment, matte, and maybe an embellishment, and you're good to go. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI7_MtVc3OaVWE_p3vJUNiIHn1J91PhgOwXiN55fHuS7PTVavGZksJP1fhLhx9VMpwzWog6w8SbhOHWwUtYTW0zSIZh9P_L_9IEnYtHkAgff6EQup6gIS9Cxz9ipSVP0K1WiUKCkYLBy0X8PSFggrFO9LtTHr2VL_0e8DgtXRCT0SW6uYU0ztpyFACBvY/s2340/Lots%20of%20Love.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2340" data-original-width="1810" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI7_MtVc3OaVWE_p3vJUNiIHn1J91PhgOwXiN55fHuS7PTVavGZksJP1fhLhx9VMpwzWog6w8SbhOHWwUtYTW0zSIZh9P_L_9IEnYtHkAgff6EQup6gIS9Cxz9ipSVP0K1WiUKCkYLBy0X8PSFggrFO9LtTHr2VL_0e8DgtXRCT0SW6uYU0ztpyFACBvY/w496-h640/Lots%20of%20Love.jpeg" width="496" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Inspiring Iris</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Lemon Lime Twist A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Masterfully Made DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 2-1/4 x 3/4, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Washi Label Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the Masterfully Made DSP panel onto a Basic Black matte, and then onto the Lemon Lime Twist card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped and punched the sentiment, using the Washi Label Punch.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I attached it to the card front with dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a couple of Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for stopping by here and taking the time to peek at my latest creation. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> for any further information.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Check it out and see if it is for you.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a> and become my newest team member. It is the best deal around.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please take some time to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I do appreciate all of your feedback. Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-79899529923939241402024-03-12T09:00:00.002-05:002024-03-12T20:15:19.913-05:00Thoughtful World <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I used pearls to embellish the die cut, but I think some sparkly rhinestones may be a better idea. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvTjGiOdkyGB4kzRXEovB-BOozG0sMqF2hJcO-2hn5CXElTKZSA3Z4Ih05aeW66Oe_Z87AteKZBlyDTdfL2_xk_JsslCgxk9bvoinhAkiavUqekrMGBVnydrovqbqRvgyuprLIVriiq6DvG5GLtuswJjAoMq_-rapntd0-JMZuVUz5BHLXTocmpOM8Mkc/s2941/Thoughtful%20World%20.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2941" data-original-width="2344" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvTjGiOdkyGB4kzRXEovB-BOozG0sMqF2hJcO-2hn5CXElTKZSA3Z4Ih05aeW66Oe_Z87AteKZBlyDTdfL2_xk_JsslCgxk9bvoinhAkiavUqekrMGBVnydrovqbqRvgyuprLIVriiq6DvG5GLtuswJjAoMq_-rapntd0-JMZuVUz5BHLXTocmpOM8Mkc/w510-h640/Thoughtful%20World%20.jpeg" width="510" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Wonderful Thoughts</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Orchid Oasis A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Wonderful World DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Rich Razzleberry 3 x 2-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 2-1/4 x 1-1/4, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Rich Razzleberry</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Wonderful Thoughts Dies</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2022-2024 In-Color Pearls</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the Wonderful World DSP panel onto the Basic Black matte, and then onto the Orchid Oasis card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then die cut the flower, using the Wonderful Thoughts Dies. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I adhered it to the center of the card front, using liquid glue.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped and die cut the sentiment and attached it, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added In-Color Pearls to embellish the sentiment and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; 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Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq2VkdXot4j1zsDs-_AawxI7KAGNc11aud8nCvLrpMSHxTOeCNzJWR0WAM4N86H8nJaNiiUoeDNnjye3EOFYcZwiQe8ZTcEw5b04c-gFHpTDk6eNwUldR0N6ZlaVsgFyR26O-cbgITWuTq6qHOjCf4KFM280lEoXPsPTRET6-zGlQHS9BuUgSSgpBWJMo/s2383/Take%20Time.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2383" data-original-width="1924" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq2VkdXot4j1zsDs-_AawxI7KAGNc11aud8nCvLrpMSHxTOeCNzJWR0WAM4N86H8nJaNiiUoeDNnjye3EOFYcZwiQe8ZTcEw5b04c-gFHpTDk6eNwUldR0N6ZlaVsgFyR26O-cbgITWuTq6qHOjCf4KFM280lEoXPsPTRET6-zGlQHS9BuUgSSgpBWJMo/w516-h640/Take%20Time.jpeg" width="516" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Your Path Awaits</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Azure Afternoon A-2, 1/4 x 5-1/4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Crumb Cake</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Baked Brown Sugar</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Copper Clay</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Old Olive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gray Granite</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Azure Afternoon</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Soft Sky</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Scene Building</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Opaque Ovals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the building, using Crumb Cake. I lined up the right side of the building with the right edge of the Basic White panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the doors and windows, using Baked Brown Sugar. The stamp makes it very easy to align all of the images.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped the walkway with Copper Clay. I looked at the curved edge of the walkway to align it with the sidewalk of the building.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then grabbed the Old Olive ink and stamped the grass. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I used Gray Granite to stamp the mountains. I did my best to align the edge of the mountains to the building. I probably should have moved it just a tad more to the right. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then grabbed the Baked Brown Sugar again and stamped the fountain on the grass.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I used the Azure Afternoon to stamp the water in the fountain. I focused on aligning the top of the water to the center spike on the fountain. It will all fall into place.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then used Soft Sky to add a few clouds. I stamped the clouds twice before re-inking the stamp.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I stamped the sentiment, using Tuxedo Black Memento.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>When I finished, I saw that the complete image was a bit more to the right than to the center of the panel. So, I cut a strip of Azure Afternoon to adhere to the left side and even it all. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the panel to a Basic Black matte, and then onto the Azure Afternoon card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added some Opaque Ovals and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thanks so much for reading through my blog today. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if I can answer anything for you, or if you would like to buy any of my cards.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>If you would like to buy your own products and make your own cards click on <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and browse current merchandise. 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Check out the benefits and decide if it is for you.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-7564037860347709392024-03-10T09:00:00.001-05:002024-03-10T09:00:00.302-05:00Sponged Sympathy Prints Too <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Here is a clean and simple card to keep on hand for that unexpected day. Remember to write from the heart when you fill in the inside of the card. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGbqGbPgPbN13Z6_yUYaJ7c-hfYnifrsnxuz60GtmoM5WhPiEANNKlphrPMSo1G9kRGfTRg4lxbS44AmE8iBBYnDGOMjdic7JXz3n-Kr-JwKu_Hys8lGkPrDSl2sHPOaSLMP-avSNDDNDVUOX8rWHHjrcPZz4RVRms8YCBPoDgrPFicjF_jE0ghVVOdf0/s2826/Sponged%20Sympathy%20Prints%20Too.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2826" data-original-width="2193" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGbqGbPgPbN13Z6_yUYaJ7c-hfYnifrsnxuz60GtmoM5WhPiEANNKlphrPMSo1G9kRGfTRg4lxbS44AmE8iBBYnDGOMjdic7JXz3n-Kr-JwKu_Hys8lGkPrDSl2sHPOaSLMP-avSNDDNDVUOX8rWHHjrcPZz4RVRms8YCBPoDgrPFicjF_jE0ghVVOdf0/w496-h640/Sponged%20Sympathy%20Prints%20Too.jpeg" width="496" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Something Fancy</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pacific Point A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sun Prints DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-3/8 x 4-1/8, 2-1/2 x 1-1/2, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Night of Navy</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponging</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Something Fancy Dies</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Pearl Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponge</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the Sun Prints DSP panel onto the Basic White matte, and then onto the Pacific Point card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped, die cut, and sponged the sentiment.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I attached the sentiment to the card front, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few Basic Pearl Jewels and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for stopping by here. Please <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions regarding Stampin' Up!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Take a few moments and <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> or click on any of the headers above for more information.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I would appreciate it if you chose to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-53655842620799787382024-03-09T09:00:00.001-06:002024-03-09T09:00:00.137-06:00Hello You <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I was challenged to use a masking technique. As usual, I took the easy way out and chose the Crazy About You stamp set because it has a punch to easily create a mask for the flower. In retrospect, I should have fussy cut closer to each petal. What do you think? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAJTVzYjf-tI1wZMhB5pQBu3-LE7TVaQVcL_LDg642R1hOURQpMWKiZS-0ztl3zRefl4osjdBJnUyYxdCJPa2RmyPqjkI5AypTIWVt4p3b39EuILpjNAZY4cwIp6OE0p1fhHZbR65wbSupMXMaSsERjfY0CTCUXDiS6d7Nv8C6D1yCdUjQ92Zlz1a5npE/s2671/Hello%20You.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2671" data-original-width="2197" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAJTVzYjf-tI1wZMhB5pQBu3-LE7TVaQVcL_LDg642R1hOURQpMWKiZS-0ztl3zRefl4osjdBJnUyYxdCJPa2RmyPqjkI5AypTIWVt4p3b39EuILpjNAZY4cwIp6OE0p1fhHZbR65wbSupMXMaSsERjfY0CTCUXDiS6d7Nv8C6D1yCdUjQ92Zlz1a5npE/w526-h640/Hello%20You.jpg" width="526" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Crazy About You</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Birthday Banners</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White A-2, 5-1/4 x 4 (2), Scrap </span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Archival Basic Black</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Melon Mambo</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Real Red</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Rose Red</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sweet Sugarplum</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Masking</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bunch of Banners Framelits</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Flower Medallion Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Fire Circles Rhinestone Brad</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped and punched out the flower medallion to create a mask.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the flower on the Basic White panel where I wanted to create focus.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added the mask to cover it. I used a temporary adhesive. You can now purchase masking paper for this step. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped various flowers around it, using various reds (listed above) to cover the panel. You can add or move the mask around to the other flowers, but I chose not to do this.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added a rhinestone brad to the center of the main flower.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the panel to the Basic White card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped and die cut the sentiment. This can easily be changed to suit your current need.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I attached the banner, using dimensionals, and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so very much for taking the time to stop and glance at my work. If you have any questions or suggestions, please <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a>. I do appreciate your time.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>If you need any supplies, or you are curious to know just how much these products cost, click on <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and satisfy your curiosity. A <span style="color: #cc0000;">HOST CODE</span> is available for you to use in case you did not earn your own rewards. 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If you just want to try it and see, then subscribe to <a href="https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2141117" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a>. You will receive a kit with everything you need to create a project. Check out the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-collection?demoid=2141117 " target="_blank">Kits Collection</a> for more choices.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I would love for you to take a minute to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Please <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog. Let me know what you think below in the comments.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-32699403799714640872024-03-08T09:00:00.003-06:002024-03-08T10:50:27.293-06:00Dainty Thank You<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I like the contrast between the yellow and the purple flowers. Both of these colors are striking and calling for attention on their own. As you can see, my stamping is not perfect, but I don't think it matters. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNL3XtunWJwZjSzdaSK4drqWRFTrg2iGv6oEvu9vnPBET4kTFG-f8KuV02QdKPruUYA-TS4tnSo8XrCPsL8bVAbMNd8yoCz7jXlKnmwct4Nu4S0Qvj1f3-Cypqbj72S9P3xtXDnksX7XqNHbeq4pIf3gksbfZKkBO0PXmGQIKTI2l0Z4ZZg4Q7H_242NQ/s2733/Dainty%20Thank%20You.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2145" data-original-width="2733" height="502" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNL3XtunWJwZjSzdaSK4drqWRFTrg2iGv6oEvu9vnPBET4kTFG-f8KuV02QdKPruUYA-TS4tnSo8XrCPsL8bVAbMNd8yoCz7jXlKnmwct4Nu4S0Qvj1f3-Cypqbj72S9P3xtXDnksX7XqNHbeq4pIf3gksbfZKkBO0PXmGQIKTI2l0Z4ZZg4Q7H_242NQ/w640-h502/Dainty%20Thank%20You.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Two-Tone Flora</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dainty Delight</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Crushed Curry A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Daffodil Delight</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Crushed Curry</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Highland Heather</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gorgeous Grape</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Garden Green</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2-Step Stamping</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Iridescent Rhinestone Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the sentiment on the Basic White panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the lighter tones first: Daffodil Delight, Highland Heather. Note that I stamped different sizes and even stamped some only partially on the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added the darker highlights on each of the flowers: Crushed Curry, Gorgeous Grape.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then filled in the gaps with some greenery: Garden Green. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the panel onto a Basic Black matte, and then onto the Crushed Curry card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few rhinestones and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Click <a href="https://s.tamp.in/ndvF36" target="_blank">Dainty Thank You</a> to order all of the products listed above and then some...or just choose the ones you want or need. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for checking out my blog. 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Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-72224833334823222942024-03-07T09:00:00.001-06:002024-03-07T09:00:00.138-06:00Many Thoughts <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I think this card is simple, yet elegant. What do you think? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvGkxzEtXzQtGaO1K9gx10LMo8xCSExdyYX9SWPFE2xzaocehtkjaqsb2UUwO8Zt8D6wyVRiZnVGtDlsv1a1rLZ0sgI98NvuEsPtKPF5xrg_WxKsel8jtckwiWffchZZ59_J4-gFUiHB8oI5__NfHXY7qGVNlAxNkerqJpRP9SGMo8mQKsGNXAtSYw_8/s1853/Many%20Thoughts.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1853" data-original-width="1444" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvGkxzEtXzQtGaO1K9gx10LMo8xCSExdyYX9SWPFE2xzaocehtkjaqsb2UUwO8Zt8D6wyVRiZnVGtDlsv1a1rLZ0sgI98NvuEsPtKPF5xrg_WxKsel8jtckwiWffchZZ59_J4-gFUiHB8oI5__NfHXY7qGVNlAxNkerqJpRP9SGMo8mQKsGNXAtSYw_8/w498-h640/Many%20Thoughts.jpeg" width="498" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Flourishing Phrases</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Highland Heather A-2, 2-1/4" Circle</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Blackberry Bliss 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Perennial Lavender DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Fresh Freesia 2" Circle</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Blackberry Bliss</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2" Circle Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2-1/4" Circle Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pastel Pearls</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glitter Enamel Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the Perennial Lavender DSP to the Blackberry Bliss matte, and then onto the Highland Heather card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped and punched the sentiment, using the 2" Circle Punch and Blackberry Bliss ink. Remember to stamp first, and then punch your sentiment. This way you can center it. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the sentiment to a Highland Heather 2-1/4" Circle matte. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then attached this to the center of the card front, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I embellished the sentiment and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Here is a card I made using the left-over strips of the DSP panel. They measure anywhere from 1-5/8 x 4 to 1-1/2 x 4, depending on your cutting. I always try to use up the entire sheet if I can. What do you think?<br /><br /><br /><br /></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8QmB9lDi6WuxzgGx_TTpRMYh-mxGxZVjg_3gpxFQm5OjsP-yvgYsnVXnGiZEzmR8iTGLIE3U1vkoCtpSvue0HaXo5svAYuC4GYkPA5XXdCTnW1Aj33BRlRG29sEndQKcAi0fljNWcY1TI4uT5-q-FxUUrrY19DIQSfITpfqpDDVJ1_SQ1T-AzzgF0ZiQ/s1874/Many%20Thoughts%20Too.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1874" data-original-width="1471" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8QmB9lDi6WuxzgGx_TTpRMYh-mxGxZVjg_3gpxFQm5OjsP-yvgYsnVXnGiZEzmR8iTGLIE3U1vkoCtpSvue0HaXo5svAYuC4GYkPA5XXdCTnW1Aj33BRlRG29sEndQKcAi0fljNWcY1TI4uT5-q-FxUUrrY19DIQSfITpfqpDDVJ1_SQ1T-AzzgF0ZiQ/w502-h640/Many%20Thoughts%20Too.jpeg" width="502" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Many Thoughts Too</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>I am so excited that you stopped to read and check out my work. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> and let me know if there is anything I can answer for you.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Do you have some time to browse? You do not want to pass up the opportunity to shop some quality products and see what is trending. <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and take a peek. If you decide to place an order, I have included a <span style="color: #cc0000;">HOST CODE</span> in the right sidebar if you do not earn any rewards on your own. Thanks in advance.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Are you undecided? 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Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-86203121025205585912024-03-06T09:00:00.001-06:002024-03-06T09:00:00.137-06:00Trust With All Your Heart <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Stamp any sentiment that fits in the center of this beautiful floral frame. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6P3rRFFTBOIOwAQilX4-DWbiJnMzTZRPAUnlsvr4ikmRRsd6wTsX11DK1vvg5YC3nusu5tE7NX2OlbxjAjWezkK23kFwjs4LhQU1kt2n7yHpPsZVj3SNdSYu2kQG2fFuNMZ0vfKmhwNBN-DigfoLcHMMNKLDjD8meZTk9KlQFrZns3vfJK-bo_HWleFM/s2589/Trust%20With%20All%20Your%20Heart.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2589" data-original-width="2042" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6P3rRFFTBOIOwAQilX4-DWbiJnMzTZRPAUnlsvr4ikmRRsd6wTsX11DK1vvg5YC3nusu5tE7NX2OlbxjAjWezkK23kFwjs4LhQU1kt2n7yHpPsZVj3SNdSYu2kQG2fFuNMZ0vfKmhwNBN-DigfoLcHMMNKLDjD8meZTk9KlQFrZns3vfJK-bo_HWleFM/w504-h640/Trust%20With%20All%20Your%20Heart.jpeg" width="504" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; 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text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Grapefruit Grove A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Petal Promenade DSP 3-5/16 x 4-7/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dry Embossing</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the sentiment in the center of the floral frame.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then dry embossed the Basic Black panel, using the Timeworn 3D embossing folder.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the stamped DSP panel to the center of the embossed Basic Black panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered this panel to the Grapefruit Grove card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few sequins and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for stopping to take a peek. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Okay, that was more than one thing.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-84235273415299545052024-03-05T09:00:00.001-06:002024-03-05T09:00:00.147-06:00Botanical Garden <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I used yellow ink on the background because I wanted to give the illusion of a sunny day. You can easily eliminate this step, or maybe change it up to a nice clear blue day. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhitqMuamTYgONsw5YRWdLOQKAEzKmKakSeKgYYlTRXM5-80dpHCDBqEUikF1I-t54fBRO1hJ5C1FrCWjRMti_4EtWNIQWepoWl9BNSlvp3xZlw8foKpqvxM-M6Au8VRJGTab5NDzQM6GgbicraekNrhte564rL_7D3uqEzcfftUZ9x2RDDSTEI1GFooGk/s1960/Botanical%20Garden.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1523" data-original-width="1960" height="498" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhitqMuamTYgONsw5YRWdLOQKAEzKmKakSeKgYYlTRXM5-80dpHCDBqEUikF1I-t54fBRO1hJ5C1FrCWjRMti_4EtWNIQWepoWl9BNSlvp3xZlw8foKpqvxM-M6Au8VRJGTab5NDzQM6GgbicraekNrhte564rL_7D3uqEzcfftUZ9x2RDDSTEI1GFooGk/w640-h498/Botanical%20Garden.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Stamps:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Botanical Layers</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Paper:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Granny Apple Green A-2</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Ink:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Tuxedo Black Memento</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Evening Evergreen</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Granny Apple Green</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Call Me Clover</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Yo Yo Yellow</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Technique:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Blending Brushes/Sponging</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Accessories:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Blending Brush/Sponge</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Glitter Enamel Dots</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #2b00fe; font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b> Adhesive</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the sentiment in the center of a Basic White panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then added Yo Yo Yellow ink all around the sentiment, using a Blending Brush. You can easily use a sponge as well.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I randomly stamped various leaves from the stamp set, using various greens. I listed the inks that I used, but use what you have on hand.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the panel to a Basic Black matte, and then onto the Granny Apple Green card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few Glitter Enamel Dots and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for taking the time to read this. 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I would love for you to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-29579527436551071632024-03-04T09:45:00.000-06:002024-03-04T09:45:06.951-06:00Seeing Double <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Make two cards by splitting the image in two. You definitely need one large image to make this work, but it is a wonderful way to make use of those large stamps sitting on your shelf. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEbCg_bKRDvoePH_5y8J44Pk-qRKHlCKnzcWayHiQ5l_xPFqNpOmKJf5YGxUNvEEH_DpPtxgdH7ToIfT6eRd8Vcs5qNiSRIEyETXnO0HpIGvj4HqMp_Ita2YoAQ9G2Ffo3M-EtJb3ZhmKOt1U_NmxAGL7AeeNmV4Ev5UD0hvU6teHvlQuoF9HxuI38tc0/s2895/Seeing%20Double.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1900" data-original-width="2895" height="420" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEbCg_bKRDvoePH_5y8J44Pk-qRKHlCKnzcWayHiQ5l_xPFqNpOmKJf5YGxUNvEEH_DpPtxgdH7ToIfT6eRd8Vcs5qNiSRIEyETXnO0HpIGvj4HqMp_Ita2YoAQ9G2Ffo3M-EtJb3ZhmKOt1U_NmxAGL7AeeNmV4Ev5UD0hvU6teHvlQuoF9HxuI38tc0/w640-h420/Seeing%20Double.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Medallion</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Good Feelings</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Concord Crush A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 8 - Stamp in the center then cut in two, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Concord Crush</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Split Image</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stamp-a-ma-jig/Stamparatus/MISTI</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Concord Crush 1/2" Stitched Polyester Ribbon 8"</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Pearl Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glue Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the large medallion in the center of the 5-1/4 x 8 Basic White panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then cut the 8" in half. So, I now had two panels, measuring 5-1/4 x 4, each with half a medallion. This works with any large image that can be split in two.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped a sentiment on the lower part of the panel as shown above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then knotted an 8" strip of Concord Crush ribbon in the center and wrapped it around to the back of the panel. Note: I added a couple of glue dots under the ribbon to keep it flat and in place on the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered each of the panels to a Concord Crush card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few Basic Pearls and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of each card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you immensely for your time. 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If you want to craft on the go, or you like to keep things small and low-key, check it out. The kit includes all you need.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please take a minute or two to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Don't forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-62557758755075639012024-03-03T09:00:00.002-06:002024-03-03T09:00:00.180-06:00Fresh Prayers<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>This glossy, emboss-resist designer series paper can definitely stand alone as a card front. Still, I decided to embellish it with a left-over frame and sentiment. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizwNRNBPsebsOZ8hp5obZj2U_Uf2rh_PvQ0pVhyNmxUYH3LSKjUtH-slctVHWWr8By2uawuREXYjNMRsU5WOEklac1AcWb9yMwhd8oft4kvTjLmH0jqOOymjyK5w9leB2EWCCkza0kQdraSrfLLqHDZI3Vjcys6xEYBbY_BSSTKI6DicXfYwO58KIJxvM/s3475/Fresh%20Prayers.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3475" data-original-width="2536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizwNRNBPsebsOZ8hp5obZj2U_Uf2rh_PvQ0pVhyNmxUYH3LSKjUtH-slctVHWWr8By2uawuREXYjNMRsU5WOEklac1AcWb9yMwhd8oft4kvTjLmH0jqOOymjyK5w9leB2EWCCkza0kQdraSrfLLqHDZI3Vjcys6xEYBbY_BSSTKI6DicXfYwO58KIJxvM/w468-h640/Fresh%20Prayers.jpeg" width="468" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Hope & Prayer</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Fresh Freesia A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Splendid Day DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside), 2-1/2 x 1</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stitched Rectangle Dies</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Happy Labels Pick a Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2021-2023 In-Color Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the DSP panel to a Basic Black matte and then onto the Fresh Freesia card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped and punched my sentiment, using the Happy Labels Pick a Punch.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I found that when I used the Stitched Rectangle Dies to cut a panel I used on another card, I was left with a stitched frame. So, I decided to trim the outer edge to measure 1/4 inch all around it. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered it to the center of the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added the sentiment in the center of it, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a couple of In-Color Jewels and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for giving me a bit of your time. Please <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if I can return the favor.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Check out all of the options by clicking on the headers above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog. Please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I look forward to reading your thoughts and possible ideas for improvements.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-28616728463079378022024-03-02T12:06:00.000-06:002024-03-02T12:06:17.486-06:00Rococo Pearls<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>This layout can be used for any occasion. Just find two coordinating designer series papers and you are good to go. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEyH_Mrwbn35DhnJUQKJazKO_64U93jS0ihVOJfSfXIOKUaHdI2HHzMoDs5fff7LQh-fMSkgcS4aqFNOCcx6P2psDBJNOOp0a72EkLPL5Lh5vkvU0DaDq-1r9AiT4sRWEhZFzwjnSFNIxg1aJ5IswhsoWre9W8V9MJfJaft1MR0YCCpQPavlI7BEBwbYk/s2666/Rococo%20Pearls.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2666" data-original-width="2147" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEyH_Mrwbn35DhnJUQKJazKO_64U93jS0ihVOJfSfXIOKUaHdI2HHzMoDs5fff7LQh-fMSkgcS4aqFNOCcx6P2psDBJNOOp0a72EkLPL5Lh5vkvU0DaDq-1r9AiT4sRWEhZFzwjnSFNIxg1aJ5IswhsoWre9W8V9MJfJaft1MR0YCCpQPavlI7BEBwbYk/w516-h640/Rococo%20Pearls.jpeg" width="516" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Go To Greetings</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Shaded Spruce A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Perennial Lavender DSP 5-1/4 x 4, 2 x 5</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Rococo Rose 5-3/8 x 4-1/8, 2-1/8 x 5-1/8, 2-1/2 x 1-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 1 x 2, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Shaded Spruce</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Double Oval Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pastel Pearls</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the DSP panels to the Rococo Rose mattes.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the larger panel to the Shaded Spruce card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the rectangular or smaller panel to the right side of the card front. Note its placement: the tops of the Rococo Rose mattes are even with each other, but slightly to the left of the right edge of the card, leaving a bit of the DSP card front showing on the right and the bottom.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped and punched the sentiment, and adhered it to the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a pearl and adhered the Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I decided to make a few cards with a few Spanish sentiments that I had on hand. What do you think of these:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyYdZWjOYB84m4hn165NeaN7GDvioF3TDZms1i1qFOfKdlrcdUGJ722qFDggRRgLVXyDW-mvDRKajtczyRkuSrbOcAIbr4WHM6Zm2JM2vIPHyxWlA-jfep28SPDjazwR7EQlvEO_J6zWwWDaJVuGcxepPq0bBlULMykxrBOWeoiBYmmGA_OeqzeHCbglo/s3077/Rococo%20Pearls%20Tambien.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3077" data-original-width="2624" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyYdZWjOYB84m4hn165NeaN7GDvioF3TDZms1i1qFOfKdlrcdUGJ722qFDggRRgLVXyDW-mvDRKajtczyRkuSrbOcAIbr4WHM6Zm2JM2vIPHyxWlA-jfep28SPDjazwR7EQlvEO_J6zWwWDaJVuGcxepPq0bBlULMykxrBOWeoiBYmmGA_OeqzeHCbglo/w546-h640/Rococo%20Pearls%20Tambien.jpeg" width="546" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Rococo Pearls Tambien</b></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for stopping by here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and buy your supplies to make your own cards. 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Don't forget to take a look at the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-collection?demoid=2141117 " target="_blank">All-Inclusive Kits</a>!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>If you liked my card, please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I would love for you to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog. Let me know what you think in the comments below.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-50806963670901815672024-03-01T15:02:00.000-06:002024-03-01T15:02:28.720-06:00Fine Art Gallery<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Add a strip of Basic White and you can make four card bases out of a 12 x 12 sheet of cardstock. How cool is that? Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJy1cyF91b8ntVvR3QKsHN-PcNlrIC9M_00TfDldD3uqJwmrQXYm-uXtGkhnlmjgK0kbR4rvX57owM44sIPJmM4ekaI3QI6a5iAovpOcFIJ-dmbj18Tj3xpxZaBP6tf1477ViIIiBB86Q7rR6WLD924KReSGXqSjfquId7DZiJ3YdsXe1joox62eqEieQ/s3530/Fine%20Art%20Gallery%20Quad.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3530" data-original-width="2829" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJy1cyF91b8ntVvR3QKsHN-PcNlrIC9M_00TfDldD3uqJwmrQXYm-uXtGkhnlmjgK0kbR4rvX57owM44sIPJmM4ekaI3QI6a5iAovpOcFIJ-dmbj18Tj3xpxZaBP6tf1477ViIIiBB86Q7rR6WLD924KReSGXqSjfquId7DZiJ3YdsXe1joox62eqEieQ/w512-h640/Fine%20Art%20Gallery%20Quad.jpeg" width="512" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Art Gallery</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Blue Bayou 12 x 12 - 6 x 5-1/2 score at 4-1/4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside), 2-3/4 x 5-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Fine Art Floral DSP 1-5/8 x 5-3/8 (4)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pumpkin Pie</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Terracotta Tile</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pool Party</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Night of Navy</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Poppy Parade</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Merry Merlot</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2-Step Stamping</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Brights Enamel Shapes</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tear & Tape</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I cut and scored my card bases from the 12 x 12 sheet. Cut the sheet in half at 6". Then cut lengthwise at 5-1/2. (Each 6" strip will yield 2 card bases.) Score the 6" side at 4-1/4.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then added a strip of DSP to the flap. I wanted the card base to frame the DSP, so it is cut a tad shorter all around. Note the measurements above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added a strip of tear & tape to the strip of Basic White. I adhered this to the back of the card front panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the sentiment and added the flower. The colors are listed as I grouped them. The Pumpkin Pie was used with the Terracotta Tile and the Poppy Parade was used with the Merry Merlot, etc.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few embellishments and adhered the Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Here is a closer look at each card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2e_4PQ6b84bZprTOcWAVkYvKXWj9mZAZD2zil5HxMbE3UuoXJYqrovkkh7mls3FS9XSEHgA2pVz9_JP4VVlRICKjQ9ZoDN0KsLVgcJkoCv0TUhSBKZYK_iHLqssmq4NC4idT0NO_Im7pRxQf2X_cDQC3tjxwHg2k4MvntEe-NrEe5MODnhh0_mMb49jM/s3065/Fine%20Art%20Gallery.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3065" data-original-width="2343" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2e_4PQ6b84bZprTOcWAVkYvKXWj9mZAZD2zil5HxMbE3UuoXJYqrovkkh7mls3FS9XSEHgA2pVz9_JP4VVlRICKjQ9ZoDN0KsLVgcJkoCv0TUhSBKZYK_iHLqssmq4NC4idT0NO_Im7pRxQf2X_cDQC3tjxwHg2k4MvntEe-NrEe5MODnhh0_mMb49jM/w490-h640/Fine%20Art%20Gallery.jpeg" width="490" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Fine Art Gallery</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGOoEX-23dHmDLTl1YBJZuSq3zDTvqgS0bdQUdw2gg4-BoGzZayUT8hv3Vt_SxJfCA1mQnJXWok8rxlSri1S6wI0fMZbLFmBxQXCAkq0Aj2P7dgkvTlEF4Tn-Vcx__0PvZhc5jUQ2t2WvwN-_E9jxmKJ2UkpfR9xzWUtyII7om4veBhqzx85spbIXHMvA/s2277/Fine%20Art%20Gallery%20Too.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2277" data-original-width="1759" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGOoEX-23dHmDLTl1YBJZuSq3zDTvqgS0bdQUdw2gg4-BoGzZayUT8hv3Vt_SxJfCA1mQnJXWok8rxlSri1S6wI0fMZbLFmBxQXCAkq0Aj2P7dgkvTlEF4Tn-Vcx__0PvZhc5jUQ2t2WvwN-_E9jxmKJ2UkpfR9xzWUtyII7om4veBhqzx85spbIXHMvA/w494-h640/Fine%20Art%20Gallery%20Too.jpeg" width="494" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Fine Art Gallery Too</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;">Thank you for visiting. 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Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;">HAPPY STAMPING!</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: 700;"><br /></span></span></div></div></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-37960665705132019392024-02-29T09:00:00.001-06:002024-02-29T09:00:00.251-06:00Striped Butterfly<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I think this gold glimmer butterfly die cut looks fantastic against the black and white stripes. What do you think? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPb9-R7jYOndxjuLrof3qcPeguEShaPRFcKDPexrlt_1zCNDsfs_99Iy3ZCf8isFjMRaAl6oh7ldF35BZDSsPxQel_Wh2PEU1iG0bw43A95M51VlebOuYYrooe6yMP4T1EJobpySkZoqQEZfHisNvLjnf6mMMorHewgNigTY8UGoEdVWVqodlADDazvfY/s2385/Striped%20Butterfly.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2032" data-original-width="2385" height="546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPb9-R7jYOndxjuLrof3qcPeguEShaPRFcKDPexrlt_1zCNDsfs_99Iy3ZCf8isFjMRaAl6oh7ldF35BZDSsPxQel_Wh2PEU1iG0bw43A95M51VlebOuYYrooe6yMP4T1EJobpySkZoqQEZfHisNvLjnf6mMMorHewgNigTY8UGoEdVWVqodlADDazvfY/w640-h546/Striped%20Butterfly.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Teeny Tiny Wishes</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White A-2, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> The Paper Studio: Black Tie Optional 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Gold Glimmer 3-7/8 x 4-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Archival Basic Black</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Butterflies Thinlits Dies</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Big Shot</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bone Folder</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the sentiment between the black stripes on the DSP.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the DSP panel to a Basic White card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I die cut the gold glimmer butterfly and adhered it to the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so very much for being here. I appreciate you taking the time to glance at my work. Please <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if I can be of service.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Are you interested in Stampin' Up! products to make your own cards? <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and have a look-see. I placed a <span style="color: #cc0000;">HOST CODE</span> for you to use if you do not earn your own rewards. It is sitting in the right sidebar.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Do you like surprises? Subscribe to our <a href="https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2141117" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a> and receive all you need to complete the monthly project. The cost is less than $25. Check it out.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a> and become privy to everything Stampin' Up! Receive a discount on all of your personal orders, Personally, I love SALES! </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-45909401327142990862024-02-28T09:00:00.001-06:002024-02-28T09:00:00.139-06:00Brad Cares <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Do you remember your wood mounted stamps and discontinued designer series paper? What about those embellishments known as brads? Yup, I'm trying to dust off and show some love to those set aside, but not forgotten goodies. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyrpmtcmoKlW0nq24KiprDaXq3Lj0wZaO0snV4XL1MdSQYmWMDc1RDMQEByDBDuaqoRhOVFT3G81uCQZKlqw5LhNK9pyhfRhN1ClBPuWEt3mQvw28OfsBG6nxOtIeVk0PysfYBFBSFhgbP3fejeptM6w-XCYTRNZmxoY0MxotQ-YLGD_y4sk5LbRI-tn8/s2829/Brad%20Cares.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2206" data-original-width="2829" height="500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyrpmtcmoKlW0nq24KiprDaXq3Lj0wZaO0snV4XL1MdSQYmWMDc1RDMQEByDBDuaqoRhOVFT3G81uCQZKlqw5LhNK9pyhfRhN1ClBPuWEt3mQvw28OfsBG6nxOtIeVk0PysfYBFBSFhgbP3fejeptM6w-XCYTRNZmxoY0MxotQ-YLGD_y4sk5LbRI-tn8/w640-h500/Brad%20Cares.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Thoughts & Prayers</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Pretty in Pink A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8, 4-1/2 x 3-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tea Party DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside), 4-3/4 x 3-1/2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> So Saffron</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponging</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Brads - Subtles</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stitched Rectangle Framelits Dies</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Sponge</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the tree and the sentiment on the Basic White panel, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then die cut the panel, using the Stitched Rectangle Framelits Dies.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added some So Saffron ink to all of the edges, using a sponge. You can use a Blending Brush to do this step as well. It will look a little different, but serves the same purpose.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then added some subtle pink brads to the flowers on the tree.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I attached this panel onto a Basic Black matte. I set it aside for a bit while I put the base of the card together.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the DSP panel to a Basic Black Matte, and then onto the Pretty in Pink card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I attached the stamped panel, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for spending time with me here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and take a look at all of our new products and current promotions. Please use the <span style="color: #cc0000;">HOST CODE</span> sitting in the right sidebar if you did not earn your own rewards.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Subscribe to <a href="https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2141117" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a> and keep your monthly cost below $25! <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a> and become my newest team member.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Either way, please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-83530311740325688242024-02-27T09:00:00.001-06:002024-02-27T09:00:00.135-06:00Splendid Hugs <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Add just a tiny bit of sparkle with this glossy emboss-resist designer series paper. This is a wonderful way to use the scraps from a gorgeous paper pack. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjlRjTI5nYkkcUmTrHFKOD_BnK_Xy6o_2G69H9SKR4Vokwx_R2-ENBINpLsKVpAfDhmPbOmKUOMXFEz71U8YDsLmzG2bYzAlJLljJkMUw6OxGUbpK-ssmq7DII8VxNb5ONsjjgX6O0UvtwvNgja8CwRstNxRL56VHlzvsaQG0kCE0UfZpfiwo5SbmtjY/s1887/Splendid%20Hugs.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1463" data-original-width="1887" height="496" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjlRjTI5nYkkcUmTrHFKOD_BnK_Xy6o_2G69H9SKR4Vokwx_R2-ENBINpLsKVpAfDhmPbOmKUOMXFEz71U8YDsLmzG2bYzAlJLljJkMUw6OxGUbpK-ssmq7DII8VxNb5ONsjjgX6O0UvtwvNgja8CwRstNxRL56VHlzvsaQG0kCE0UfZpfiwo5SbmtjY/w640-h496/Splendid%20Hugs.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Splendid Thoughts</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Soft Sea Foam A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Splendid Day DSP 1/2 x 5-1/4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Soft Sea Foam</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Open Leaf Trinkets</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glue Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I stamped the leaf outline, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then filled in the leaf with Soft Sea Foam.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I stamped the sentiment, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then adhered the DSP strip to the bottom portion of the Basic White panel.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I adhered the Basic White panel to a Basic Black matte, and then onto the Soft Sea Foam card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added an open leaf trinket, using a glue dot, and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for stopping by here and taking a quick look-see. 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It just might be what you are looking for at the moment.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a> and become the newest member of my team. Remember there are no hidden agendas or penalties for giving it a go. Don't pass this opportunity to save.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>You've come this far, so please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I appreciate your time and efforts. Let me know your thoughts and leave all of your questions behind. Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-51543242821801581122024-02-26T09:00:00.001-06:002024-02-26T09:00:00.184-06:00Just Sunflowers<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>This layout is very easy to duplicate when you need a clean and simple card. All you need is stamps, ink, and paper. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGYrwIL0l9IeIrrCyoLlHL3LO_FUtJ2bsg4ySe6_t_D1B7tF1hrMlwSejTaio4K6pQNuQnQ3QkTqIQygLk1QZBeX05yLtAv7Mk7OYi2JoskoZOU8J2ToXNFNDdkyvdr2B4LYcOeBL26W592D5UG2dVvGS7Xr_BwuS6mDBz2Is7W6QIHONXhumZeLV9vnk/s3239/Just%20Sunflowers.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3239" data-original-width="2551" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGYrwIL0l9IeIrrCyoLlHL3LO_FUtJ2bsg4ySe6_t_D1B7tF1hrMlwSejTaio4K6pQNuQnQ3QkTqIQygLk1QZBeX05yLtAv7Mk7OYi2JoskoZOU8J2ToXNFNDdkyvdr2B4LYcOeBL26W592D5UG2dVvGS7Xr_BwuS6mDBz2Is7W6QIHONXhumZeLV9vnk/w504-h640/Just%20Sunflowers.jpeg" width="504" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Celebrate Sunflowers</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bumblebee A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Flowers for Every Season DSP 4 x 4-1/4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Cinnamon Cider</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2020-2022 In-Color Enamel Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I cut and adhered the DSP panel to the Bumblebee card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped the sentiment on the bottom of the card front, using Cinnamon Cider ink.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added a couple of enamel dots on each side of the sentiment and a few on the sunflower centers.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for stopping by here and spending a few minutes of your day with me. 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I enjoy putting my kit together monthly.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Take a few more minutes and <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. I would love to see what you really think. Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-37866021000943033652024-02-25T11:37:00.000-06:002024-02-25T11:37:21.896-06:00More Leaves<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>These cards show the difference between placing ink on the front or the back flap of an embossing folder. Which do you like best? Do you like the color that shows on the leaves or behind the leaves? Read on to find out which flap should be colored. <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd-Dj3QKUlZc9kPnX3WT47ROZdRDtp0eUz1hVgLrQdeqK1PZmEHnhS-1q_I7G03yz8L6NYyCD5QNGPuCAJXq6q-LvafSr1YlGHiLPG1A1AC8qRpZWNePvOjHHdYPXMUoJLVB2HHO1TKhWoJaf9rfjnuGULkn49Y-4npXAb4wlafjbdmFD0JA7_AdxXSnI/s2106/More%20Leaves.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1291" data-original-width="2106" height="392" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd-Dj3QKUlZc9kPnX3WT47ROZdRDtp0eUz1hVgLrQdeqK1PZmEHnhS-1q_I7G03yz8L6NYyCD5QNGPuCAJXq6q-LvafSr1YlGHiLPG1A1AC8qRpZWNePvOjHHdYPXMUoJLVB2HHO1TKhWoJaf9rfjnuGULkn49Y-4npXAb4wlafjbdmFD0JA7_AdxXSnI/w640-h392/More%20Leaves.jpeg" width="640" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Teeny Tiny Wishes</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dusty Durango A-2, Scraps</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> More Mustard A-2, Scraps</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8 (2)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (4)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dusty Durango</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> More Mustard</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dry Embossing with Ink</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Punching</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Double Oval Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Leaf Punch</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Fern 3D Embossing Folder</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Open Leaf Trinkets</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> In Good Taste Elements</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Pearl Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glue Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Every time I decide to play with this technique, I forget which flap of the embossing folder to ink. So, I decided to make a card showing the effect of both sides. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I consider the front flap to be the one facing me, or the top one, when I hold the embossing folder closed with the Stampin' Up! logo in the front where I can read it. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I inked up the front or top flap with More Mustard. I carefully placed the Basic White panel inside and ran it through the embossing machine. The ink colored the background, with the fern leaves staying white, as shown in the picture above. More Mustard is the card on the right.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Then I washed and dried the folder. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I inked up the back or bottom flap with Dusty Durango. I carefully placed the Basic White panel inside and ran it through the embossing machine. The ink colored the fern leaves and left the background white, as shown in the picture above. Dusty Durango is the card on the left. </b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Personally, I like the ink on the background.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then matted each of these panels with a Basic Black matte and adhered them to their matching card fronts.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I took scraps of Dusty Durango and More Mustard. I punched out ovals, using the Double Oval Punch.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped a sentiment in each of the small ovals and adhered them to a scalloped oval, as shown above. I added More Mustard to a Dusty Durango and a Dusty Durango to a More Mustard. I attached them to the card front, using dimensionals.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I punched out a leaf in each color, using the Leaf Punch, and adhered them as shown above.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then added a wooden leaf and an open leaf trinket to each card with some glue dots.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a few Basic Pearl Jewels and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of each card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you so much for dropping by here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you have any questions.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Click on all of the tabs above and explore products, promotions, and opportunities.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Please take the time to <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. Do not forget to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-2265989427574379642024-02-24T09:00:00.002-06:002024-02-24T09:00:00.137-06:00Evening Thoughts <p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Express your love and support with a bit of green. A color that symbolizes growth and prosperity. Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRGEAJUFxZfcLW6UC5FURt6LWBg2MaueKJQ_hJUBX84YG9Awj9fK8vvnPHBMi1DaUrowi59aCxDsVg1Zp-Ls2yJjrWFnzjrOIuug9qzMmdmwSpVfYaz0RsaSWD9UuoIrLdFa4kcXzyXqbFQskVP_gfuTorCrjxylUWts1A__zJG-gBFYb9VXQHFv0gkto/s2514/Evening%20Thoughts.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2514" data-original-width="1961" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRGEAJUFxZfcLW6UC5FURt6LWBg2MaueKJQ_hJUBX84YG9Awj9fK8vvnPHBMi1DaUrowi59aCxDsVg1Zp-Ls2yJjrWFnzjrOIuug9qzMmdmwSpVfYaz0RsaSWD9UuoIrLdFa4kcXzyXqbFQskVP_gfuTorCrjxylUWts1A__zJG-gBFYb9VXQHFv0gkto/w500-h640/Evening%20Thoughts.jpeg" width="500" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Thoughts & Prayers</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Just Jade A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Bloom Where You're Planted DSP 5-1/4 x 4</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 1-1/2 x 3-1/4, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Evening Evergreen</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Die Cutting</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stitched Rectangle Framelits</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> 2021-2023 In-Color Opal Rounds</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Dimensionals</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I adhered the DSP panel to the Basic Black matte and then onto the Just Jade card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then stamped and die cut the sentiment, using the Stitched Rectangle Framelits.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I attached the sentiment with a few dimensionals onto the card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a couple of In-Color Opal Rounds and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Are you one of those crafty individuals that has very little EXTRA time, money or room? <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/join_now" target="_blank">Join Me</a>, <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a>, or take the time to <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and check out <a href="https://www.paperpumpkin.com/en-us/sign-up/?demoid=2141117" target="_blank">Paper Pumpkin</a>, the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/other-products/kits-collection?demoid=2141117 " target="_blank">New Kits Collection</a>, and the <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/featured-products/online-exclusives" target="_blank">Online Exclusives</a>. Yup, it is always being changed, depending on inventory and new products. Don't miss a thing.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>If you liked my card today, please <span style="color: #38761d;">share</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">like</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">pin</span>, <span style="color: #38761d;">tweet</span>, or <span style="color: #38761d;">comment</span>. You also want to <span style="color: #38761d;">FOLLOW</span> and <span style="color: #38761d;">SUBSCRIBE</span> to my blog.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>HAPPY STAMPING!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><p></p>Aracelli Merlahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12457195635935265990noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1408793339128424697.post-39713312348415317582024-02-23T09:00:00.001-06:002024-02-23T09:00:00.173-06:00Birthday Roses<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I used Black and White on a River Rock. Silly, I know. Black ink, white leaves on a window sheet, and all on a card base, whose color is known as "River Rock." Thoughts? <br /><br /><br /><br /></b></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgceGKg_duztw9NLWGr6Nb23y1NGHxb3wEylaAaAsRT1nFZBAMFXOdoWu9U5gvDerm6xdfxQe0nsl7HxKoZ3d5Nji0OcUqCOPresFqAJItNUYMJhq5Um5d2Jilr_7COd6cSYfC4eVrjpIKpkozuLKJfjQdbR555v8Kj_-MAkqEFBmSE_5nFmJ86TcLslLY/s3101/Birthday%20Roses.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3101" data-original-width="2492" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgceGKg_duztw9NLWGr6Nb23y1NGHxb3wEylaAaAsRT1nFZBAMFXOdoWu9U5gvDerm6xdfxQe0nsl7HxKoZ3d5Nji0OcUqCOPresFqAJItNUYMJhq5Um5d2Jilr_7COd6cSYfC4eVrjpIKpkozuLKJfjQdbR555v8Kj_-MAkqEFBmSE_5nFmJ86TcLslLY/w514-h640/Birthday%20Roses.jpeg" width="514" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Stamps:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Stippled Roses</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Go To Greetings</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Paper:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> River Rock A-2</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Naturally Eclectic Card Overlays 1/2 sheet</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ink:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Tuxedo Black Memento</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Technique:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> CAS</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Accessories:</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Black Glitter Washi Tape</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Black Rhinestone Jewels</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Glue Dots</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;"> Adhesive</span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>First, I cut a sheet of the Naturally Eclectic Card Overlay in half. This will make two cards!</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then laid the overlay on top of the River Rock card front, to know where to stamp my sentiment. I made a tiny pencil mark to guide me.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I removed the overlay and stamped my sentiment, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. I also stamped two roses on the bottom part of the card front. If you are nervous about stamping, you can use a Stamparatus, Stamp-a-ma-jig, or a MISTI to get perfect placement.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>I then added glue dots behind a few of the white leaves on the overlay and adhered it to the top of the River Rock card front.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Next, I added a strip of Black Glitter Washi Tape to help hold the overlay in place and to hide the seam.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Lastly, I added a couple of Black Rhinestone Jewels and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b>Thank you for dropping by here. <a href="https://merlascraftycorner.stampinup.net/contact_me" target="_blank">Contact Me</a> if you need anything.</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><b><a href="https://www.stampinup.com/ecweb/default.aspx?dbwsdemoid=2141117" target="_blank">Shop Now</a> and take a look at items that are <a href="https://www.stampinup.com/categories/shop-products/featured-products/online-exclusives" target="_blank">Exclusively Online</a>! 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