Knitted Season

2-Step Stamping allows you to add color quickly to your images. So, what seems to take a long time is accomplished rather quickly. Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   Merry Patterns

Paper:

   Basic White A-2, 2-3/4" Sq., 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

   Merry Moments DSP 3 x 4-1/4

   Basic Black 2-7/8" Sq.

Ink:

   Tuxedo Black Memento

   Cherry Cobbler

   Old Olive

   Daffodil Delight

Technique:

   2-Step Stamping

   Dry Embossing

   Die Cutting

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   Layering Circles Framelits Dies

   Metallic Sequins

   Sponge

   Adhesive

First, I stamped the candles in the Basic White square, using Tuxedo Black Memento. (Step One)

I then filled in three of the candles, using Cherry Cobbler and the other three, using Old Olive. I used Daffodil Delight on the flames. (Step Two)

Next, I added a bit of greenery underneath the candles, using Old Olive.

I then die cut the circle, using the Layering Circles Framelits Dies. I used the next larger size, and die cut the Basic Black square, using the scalloped circle in the same die set.

Next, I sponged the stamped circle, using Cherry Cobbler ink and adhered it onto the Basic Black scalloped circle.

I then dry embossed the Merry Moments DSP, using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. I adhered it onto the Basic White card front.

Next, I stamped the sentiment on the top of the Basic White card front, using Tuxedo Black Memento ink. (Step One) I filled it in, using Old Olive. (Step Two)

I then attached the candles, using dimensionals.

Lastly, I added a Metallic Star Sequin and adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

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Birthday Sweaters

I really like all of the texture on this card, especially with the dry embossing folder. Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   Balloon Celebration

   Birthday Banners

Paper:

   Dapper Denim A-2

   Marina Mist 5-1/4 x 4

   Basic White Scraps, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Archival Basic Black

   Cucumber Crush

   Marina Mist

   Real Red

Technique:

   Die Cutting

   Dry Embossing

   Punching

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Balloon Bouquet Punch

   Bunch of Banners Framelits Dies

   Cable Knit 3D Embossing Folder

   1/2" Black Scallop Dots Ribbon 4-1/4"

   Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine

   Sponge

   Dimensionals

   Glue Dots

   Adhesive

First, I stamped and punched out the balloons, using Cucumber Crush ink, Real Red ink, and the Balloon Bouquet punch.

I then stamped, die cut, and sponged the sentiment. I used the sentiment from the Birthday Banners stamp set and the Archival Basic Black ink to stamp it. I then die cut it, using the Bunch of Banners Framelits dies, and then sponged it with a bit of Marina Mist ink.

Next, I dry embossed the Marina Mist panel with the Cable Knit 3D Embossing Folder. You may want to mist the panel before embossing to prevent any tearing.

I then adhered the Marina Mist panel onto the Dapper Denim card front.

Next, I added the ribbon across the lower front of the card, using glue dots.

I then added the sentiment with a few glue dots.

Next, I attached the balloons, using dimensionals.

I tied the twine into a bow and added it to the balloons with a glue dot.

Lastly, I adhered a Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

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Christmas Sweater

This is a simple, yet elegant Christmas card that is easy to duplicate and send out to everyone on your list. Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   More Merry Messages

Paper:

   Cherry Cobbler A-2

   Warmth & Cheer DSP 2-1/2 x 4-1/4

   Basic Black 4-1/4 x 1/4, 3-1/2 x 2-1/2

   Basic White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Archival Basic Black

Technique:

   Die Cutting

   Dry Embossing

Accessories:

   Layering Ovals Framelits 

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   White Gel Pen

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

First, I stamped and die cut my sentiment using the Layering Ovals Framelits and Basic White cardstock. 

I then cut the next larger scalloped oval in Basic Black, and placed a white dot on each scallop using a white gel pen.

I adhered these two layers together using liquid adhesive. This was attached to the top of the card front using dimensionals.

Next, I dry embossed the Warmth & Cheer DSP panel using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. I did spray a bit of water on the DSP to prevent tearing.

I adhered the DSP to the bottom of the card using liquid adhesive.

I added a thin strip of Basic Black to cover the seam and pull the card together.

Lastly, I adhered the Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

You can easily dress this up more by adding rhinestones, pearls, sequins, or snowflakes. 

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Embossed Christmas

Are you looking for inspiration? Look around you. Anything and everything around you can inspire you to create. You can even draw from prior experiences or past events. I thought of the movie, "A Christmas Story," to make this card. Thoughts? 

Stamps:

   Season of Joy

   Flurry of Wishes

Paper:

   Basic White A-2, 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

   Cherry Cobbler 2-1/4 x 3-1/3

   Warmth & Cheer DSP 2-1/2 x 4-1/4

Ink:

   Archival Basic Black

   White Craft Ink

Technique:

   Heat Embossing

   Dry Embossing

Accessories:

   White Embossing Powder

   Embossing Buddy

   Fire Circles Rhinestone Brads

   Frosted Sequins

   Fancy Frosted Sequins

   White Glitter Tape

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

First, I dry embossed my DSP panel using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. 

I then stamped and heat set the tree image on the Cherry Cobbler panel.

I adhered the DSP panel to the bottom of the card front and added a strip of glitter tape on the seam. You can use a black strip or other ribbon if you choose.

I stamped the sentiment on the top-center of the card.

Next, I attached the Cherry Cobbler panel to the card front using dimensionals.

Lastly, I added some sequins and adhered the Basic White panel to the inside of the card.

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Cold Birthday

Making a gift card holder inside an A-2 sized card is not as difficult as you might imagine. I simply cut a couple of slits on the Whisper White panel before I adhered it to the inside of the card. I placed my business card to demonstrate where the gift card would be placed. What do you think?

Stamps:

   B.Y.0.P.

Paper:

   Old Olive A-2

   Cherry on Top DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Bermuda Bay

   Crushed Curry

Technique:

   Dry Embossing

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   1/8" Bermuda Bay Ribbon

   Pretty Label Punch

   Sponge

   Glue Dots

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

   Fast Fuse

First, I stamped the Whisper White panel on the top half using Bermuda Bay ink. I then set my business card down and lightly penciled two opposite corners. I then cut a slits to open the corners for my gift card. I erased any pencil marks that were left. I then adhered this panel onto the inside of my card.

I then took my DSP panel and dry embossed it using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. You can slightly mist the DSP with a bit of water to prevent tearing.

Next, I stamped, punched, and sponged my sentiment. I stamped it using Bermuda Bay and sponged it using Crushed Curry.

I wrapped some Bermuda Bay ribbon around the DSP panel and adhered it to the card front. 

I attached the sentiment using dimensionals.

I added a Bermuda Bay bow with a glue dot.

Always make sure your DSP is facing the right way. I did not focus when I adhered my DSP to the card front. So, my candles are all facing down instead of up. Ugh, this definitely makes it my own creation. 

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Hung by the Chimney

 I enjoy die cutting and embossing as much as stamping. I like gluing all of the pieces together to make an item whole. These stockings have to be assembled which means you can change them as much as you like! There is no stamping on this card. What are your thoughts?

Stamps:

   Hang Your Stocking

Paper:

   Crumb Cake A-2

   Warmth & Cheer DSP Scraps

   Basic Black Scrap

Ink:

   Crumb Cake

Technique:

   Dry Embossing

   Die Cutting

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Brick Wall Embossing Folder

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies

   Cherry Cobbler Baker's Twine

   Mini Jingle Bells

   Burlap Ribbon

   Glue Dots

   Sponge

   Dimensionals

   Fast Fuse

   Adhesive

First, I dry embossed my card front using the Brick Wall Embossing Folder. I sponged it with Crumb Cake to give it some dimension and a realistic appearance.

I then die cut my stockings using the Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies. If you look closely, the stockings are dry embossed using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. I then pieced them together using the reverse side for the heel, toe, and top.

I then die cut the NOEL for the mantle. I adhered it using some adhesive. I added a strip of burlap underneath it. I attached it using fast fuse.

I then attached the stockings using dimensionals.

I added the jingle bells and the twine using glue dots.

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Purple Thanks

You should always have a card to say thank you for that special Christmas gift. I made this card using a nontraditional color for the background and the ornaments. I also used the Cable Knit embossing folder that reminds me of a winter sweater. This is definitely a card that stands out. What do you think?

Stamps:

   Memories of Home

   Itty Bitty Greetings

Paper:

   Highland Heather A-2

   Gorgeous Grape 5-3/8 x 4-1/8

   Gingham Gala 6x6 DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Whisper White 4-1/2 x 4, 2-1/2 x 1/2

Ink:

   Mint Macaron

   Gorgeous Grape

Markers:

   Gorgeous Grape

   Highland Heather

   Mint Macaron

Technique:

   Dry Embossing

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Cable Knit Embossing Folder

   Classic Label Punch

   Rhinestone Basic Jewels

   Sponge

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

The Gingham Gala DSP was dry embossed using the Cable Knit Embossing Folder. I misted my DSP with a bit of water to prevent tearing.

The Christmas tree and sentiment were stamped first and then cut or punched. Both are attached with dimensionals.

All of the ornaments were colored with Gorgeous Grape and Highland Heather. 

The sentiment was sponged using Mint Macaron. 

Layers are as follows:

Card Base - Layer 1 = Highland Heather

Layer 2 - Gorgeous Grape

Layer 3 - Gingham Gala DSP

Layer 4 - Christmas Tree & Sentiment

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