Hello Pearl

It is time to say, "Hello, Spring." All of the kids are out for spring break, but no one is really getting a break. You need to stay away from everyone and seclude yourself in order to stay healthy. So, wonderful. I will craft and say hello with paper.

Stamps:

   Free as a Bird

Paper:

   Crumb Cake A-2, 2-1/4" Circle

   Petal Pink 1-1/2" Circle

   Daffodil Delight 1" Circle

   Bird Ballad DSP 5-1/4 x 2-5/8, 5-1/4 x 1-3/8, 4 x 1/2

Ink:

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Markers:

   Petal Pink

   Calypso Coral

   Pumpkin Pie

   Daffodil Delight

   Crumb Cake

   Sahara Sand

Technique:

   Punching

Accessories:

   2-1/4", 1-1/2", 1" Circle Punches

   Basic Pearl Jewels

   Adhesive

I took a 5-1/4 x 4 piece of the Bird Ballad DSP and cut a strip on the right hand side. I then turned the smaller strip over and used the back side of it. You do not need to measure exactly for this if you start with a whole panel.

As the world comes to a slow halt, take the time to think, evaluate, and learn from your experience...and of course CRAFT! 

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HAPPY STAMPING!

Birthday Flowers

Seeing a cake decorated with natural flowers is quite common. Personally, I prefer the ones made of frosting that you could eat and color to your liking. Here is a two tiered cake with three flowers.

Stamps:

   Happy Birthday to You

Paper:

   Rococo Rose A-2

   Wood Textures DSP 4-1/2 x 3-3/4

Ink:

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Markers:

   Pretty Peacock

   Rococo Rose

   So Saffron

   Mossy Meadow

Technique:

   CAS

Accessories:

   Basic Pearl Jewels

   Adhesive

I stamped directly onto the Wood Textured DSP and then added color with my markers. 

I adhered the DSP onto the card base. I placed a pearl on each flower and called it a day.

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Thank You Angel

Here is a thank you card to use during the Christmas season. It features a beautifully heat embossed angel. It is a lovely way to say thank you for that special gift that you received.

Stamps:

   Angels on Earth

   Itty Bitty Greetings

Paper:

   Whisper White A-2, 2 x 4

   All Is Calm DSP 5-1/2 x 4-1/4

   Pool Party 2-1/4 x 4-1/4, 1-3/4 Oval

Ink:

   Basic Black

Technique:

   Heat Embossing

Accessories:

   VersaMark

   Embossing Buddy

   Pool Party Embossing Powder

   Large Oval Punch

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

I used dimensionals to adhere the sentiment. The rest was put together using liquid glue.

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Impossible

There is nothing like exercise to get the adrenaline pumping in our system. Unfortunately, in our technological world, getting enough exercise can be nearly impossible without a scheduled time. Diet and exercise are the words spoken in every doctor visit these days.

Stamps:

   Do the Impossible

Paper:

   Pineapple Punch A-2

   Basic Black 5-3/8 x 4-1/8

   Watercolor 5-1/4 x 4

Ink:

   Pineapple Punch

   Balmy Blue

   Soft Sea Foam

   Saddle Brown StazOn

Technique:

   Watercolor

   CAS

Accessories:

   Aqua Painter

   Adhesive

Using my Aqua Painter, I water-colored my background, allowing the colors to bleed into each other. The idea was to create 3 panels.

I then stamped all of the images and the sentiment with Saddle Brown StazOn. 

I like this new stamp set. It is not only a great set to create some masculine cards if needed, but it includes some wonderful positive sentiments. All of us need encouragement and optimism in our lives. 

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Snow Much Fun

Using leftovers can yield some amazing results. Here is a card that was put together using only leftover supplies. No stamps were used. I hand printed the two tags using my Basic Black Marker and then added all of the other elements. The only sad thing is running of of leftovers!

Stamps:

   None

Paper:

   Crumb Cake A-2

   All Is Calm DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Pool Party 3-1/4 x 1/2 (2)

Ink:

   Basic Black Marker

Technique:

   CAS

Accessories:

   Blue Rhinestone Brads (3)

   Clear Rhinestone Brad

   Wooden Snowflake

   Cork Letters

   Shimmery Crystal Effects

   Glue Dots

   Adhesive

I used the Crystal Effects on the N-O cork letters. I tried to make it look like icicles. Then I added some to the top of MUCH. I do like the way it dries, but it is so thick that I could not get it to come to a point. 

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Today & Always

Flowers will always bring a smile to a person's face. The beautiful scent and delicate structure will soothe anyone's temperament. Why else are flowers suitable for every occasion? There is nothing that tops nature's beauty.

Stamps:

   So Sentimental

Paper:

   Calypso Coral A-2

   Garden Impressions DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Vellum 4 x 3

   Whisper White 4 x 3

Ink:

   Tuxedo Black Memento

Technique:

   Die Cutting

Accessories:

   Stitched So Sweetly Dies

   Corner Rounder Punch

   Pink Brads

   Fast Fuse

   Adhesive

I used vellum not only to add a softness to the card, but to also separate the sentiment from the floral background. I think rounding out the corners also added soft lines to the design.

The sentiment can easily be switched out to suit your present need: sympathy, birthday, mother's day, get well, etc.

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HAPPY STAMPING!

Believe You Can

Is it possible to do the impossible? Possibly. I believe the adage is: Where there is a will, there is a way. I think you also need to BELIEVE you can. Attitude is half the battle. Here is a card to inspire someone.

Stamps:

   Do the Impossible

Paper:

   So Saffron A-2

   2019-2021 In-Color DSP 2-1/4 x 5

Ink:

   Lovely Lipstick

Technique:

   CAS

Accessories:

   Adhesive

So Saffron, Lovely Lipstick, and Pretty Peacock were chosen to meet a color challenge.

Note that the figures do not need any extra coloring, although you can choose to watercolor or use any other medium at your disposal. 

This stamp set is found in the Mini Catalog that runs through June 2nd. Click on Shop Now above and check it out. 

I think it is a wonderful set for the athlete or someone aspiring to improve physically. 

My favorite stamp in this set reads: COURAGE is sometimes a little voice that says "I'LL TRY AGAIN TOMORROW"

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Thank you for stopping by and taking a quick peek. I appreciate your time and feedback.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Thank You Squirrel

Here is a little guy expressing thanks, but definitely ready for the next event with open arms. 

Stamps:

   Special Someone

Paper:

   Early Espresso A-2, 4 x 1-1/4

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

   Mossy Meadow 5-1/4 x 4

   Irresistibly Yours DSP 1-1/4 x 2-3/4, 1-1/4 x 2-1/2 

   Real Red 1/2 x 2 1/2

Ink:

   Early Espresso

   Mossy Meadow

Technique:

   Heat Embossing

   Two-Step Stamping

   Sponging

Accessories:

   White Embossing Powder, Embossing Buddy, VersaMark, Sponge, Dimensionals, Adhesive, Heat Tool, Paper Snips

This is a clean and simple card to make. 

First, cut all of the cardstock to size. 

Next, heat emboss your sentiment which can be changed to suit your needs.

Stamp and fussy cut your squirrel.

I used dimensionals to adhere the squirrel and give the card a bit of dimension. The other pieces were adhered with liquid adhesive.

This stamp set is found in our Mini Catalog that is current until the end of June. 

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Thank you for stopping by here and taking a quick peek. Your time and feedback is much appreciated.

HAPPY STAMPING!

Meerly Christmas

Christmas without snow, ice, sleet, and definitely nothing white does exist. These meerkats are here to prove it.

Stamps:

   The Gang's All Meer

Paper:

   Garden Green A-2

   Pear Pizzazz 1-3/4 x 2-1/8, 1-1/2 x 1-7/8, 

2-3/8 x 1-3/4

   Cherry Cobbler 1/4 x 2-1/16, 1/4 x 1-13/16, 1/2 x 2-3/8

Ink:

   Basic Black

Technique:

   CAS

   Heat Embossing

   Masking

Accessories:

   Season of Cheer Rub-Ons, VersaMark, White Embossing Powder, Adhesive

The Holiday Wishes are rub-ons while "from all of us" is heat embossed using VersaMark and White Embossing Powder.

Note that The Gang's All Meer stamp set can only be earned with a qualifying purchase from now until March 31st. Contact me or Shop Now for more details. 

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Stand-Up Birthday

If you need a birthday card in minutes grab for the Sale-A-Bration stamp set: The Gang's All Meer. This adorable stamp set can only be earned with a $50 qualifying purchase. Click on Shop Now above for more details. Here is the clean and simple or quick and easy card:

Stamps:

   The Gang's All Meer

Paper:

   Balmy Blue A-2

   Whisper White 5 1/4 x 4

Ink:

   Archival Basic Black

Watercolor Pencils:

   Early Espresso

   Basic Gray

   Balmy Blue

   Crushed Curry

   Whisper White

Technique:

   Watercolor Pencils

Accessories:

   Subtle Blue Brads, Blender Pen, Adhesive

These meerkats are adorable and line up easily. You can use a Stamparatus, Stamp-a-ma-jig, or MISTI for exact placement. 

I used 3 stamps from the stamp set: the meerkat peeking up from its burrow, the single meerkat (I stamped him twice, one on top of the other), and the sentiment.

I then colored in the images and blended the color with my blender pen. 

Lastly, I added the three brads on the bottom right and adhered the panel to the card front using my liquid adhesive.

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HAPPY STAMPING!