Quick & Easy Cards

We are sharing Quick & Easy cards on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration blog today.  These are always my favorite!

This card looks amazingly simple from the front, but from the side view, you can really see the dimension.

 I began by stamping on Whisper White card stock, then die-cutting the "thanks" with the Hello You thinlits die.  I cut a second "thanks" from coaster board and layered the stamped thanks on top.  If you don't have coaster board, you can use several layers of whisper white card glued together.

I hope you'll try this technique at home.  It is a great WOW that is so simple to create.

Happy Stampin'

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Product List

Painted Petals Clear Stamp Set [138822] $24.95	Hello You Thinlits Dies [137363] $24.95	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Vanilla Coaster Board [129392] $5.95	Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin' Pad [126959] $5.95
Rose Red Classic Stampin' Pad [126954] $5.95	Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Pad [126944] $5.95	Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad [126980] $5.95

Masculine Monday

 Today on Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration, the designers are featuring Masculine cards.  Be sure to check out all the great cards here.

I'll be going to Orlando, Florida this week for the Stampin' Up! Leadership Conference.  That means I'll be leaving my children in the very capable hands of my hubby for a few days.  I created this card to let him know how much I appreciate him. (he looks more like the lumberjack, though)

 The layout was based on this week's CAS(E) this Sketch.  I had to flip the design to make it work, but that's one of the fun things to do with a sketch.

 Thanks for stopping by!

 

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Product List

Guy Greetings Photopolymer Stamp Set [137178] $25.95	Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad [132708] $5.95	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953] $6.95	Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101650] $8.50	Adventure Bound Designer Series Paper Stack [137780] $6.95
Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Skin Tone Assortment [129370] $22.95	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Night Of Navy Assortment [131001] $11.95	Stampin' Blendabilities™ Markers Crumb Cake Assortment [131004] $11.95	1" Circle Punch [119868] $12.95	Gold Baker's Twine [132975] $3.50

Monday Montage 36

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop!  Every other Monday, my friends and I share inspiring projects.  Be sure to visit all 10 stops.....you don't want to miss anything!

 

I tried to create a somewhat-masculine Valentine's Day card using this week's sketch from Freshly Made Sketches.  I started by stamping various shades of Early Espresso with a stamp from Snuggles and Smooches, then split the front panel.  I placed a small strip of Gold Foil Paper behind the split area.

 

The focal point was popped up with dimensionals and I added a swirl of linen thread behind it to add some texture.  All of the supplies for this card are listed at the end of this post.

 

 

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to click the NEXT button to see what Wendy has in store for you OR you can go BACK to view Kaitlyn's marvelous creations.

 

 Happy Stampin'

    

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Product List

Snuggles And Smooches Photopolymer Stamp Set [140326] $15.95	Early Espresso Classic Stampin' Pad [126974] $5.95	Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad [126949] $5.95	Very Vanilla 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [101650] $8.50	Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [119686] $6.95
Gold Foil Sheets [132622] $3.95	Linen Thread [104199] $4.50

Baby Cards

Today over at Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration, the designers are sharing BABY cards.  It seems like I know A LOT of people that are pregnant right now, so this assignment came at the perfect time.

Since I am past the baby-making, diaper-changing, lack of sleep stage, I don't really have a need for any baby stamp sets.  Fortunately, I was able to use the Celebrate Today stamp set for this card.  I love that it can be used for more than birthdays, don't you?

I also used patterned paper from the Neutrals and Subtles Designer Series paper stacks.  These paper stacks are a hidden treasure in the catalog.  You get tons of colors and patterns within a single color family, so it is super-easy to coordinate with your card stock and ink.

A complete list of the supplies used is at the end of this post.

Thanks for stopping by!

 

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Product List

Celebrate Today Photopolymer Bundle [138869] $36.25	Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Pad [131179] $5.95	Pink Pirouette Classic Stampin' Pad [126956] $5.95	Strawberry Slush Classic Stampin' Pad [131178] $5.95	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50
Neutrals Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack [130132] $21.95	Subtles Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack [130135] $21.95

Heart to Heart

This card cracks me up.  I used so many die cuts on it.....it's amazing that it didn't turn out to be a hot mess!  I started with this sketch from Freshly Made Sketches.

It's easy to overlook the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies in the Occasions catalog, but there are so many little treasures in that kit.  I used the Heart to die cut the center of the Crumb Cake panel, then embossed the panel using the Happy Heart Textured Impressions Embossing Folder.  You definitely want to do it in that order....trust me!  I also cut the mini heart border with the Mini Treat Bag dies.

The "xoxo" is from the Circle Card thinlits dies and the arrow is from the Label Card thinlits dies.  Remember, I said this card cracked me up?  Well, if you total all of the supplies for this card, assuming you already own a big shot, this card will only set you back about $150.00.

And I didn't even use any stamps!!!

  Of course, you'll have enough to make 20+ cards.  Plus, you'll get 3 Free Sale-a-Bration items and $25 in hostess rewards with your order.

Don't you just love stamp math?  My online store is open all the time. You'll find a complete list of supplies for this card at the end of this post.

Thanks for stopping by!

 

 

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Product List

Crumb Cake Note Cards & Envelopes [133766] $5.95	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953] $6.95	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045] $6.95	Stacked With Love Designer Series Paper Stack [137779] $6.95	Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper [135315] $4.95
Silver Glimmer Paper [135314] $4.95	Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies [137547] $39.95	Circle Card Thinlits Die [133480] $32.95	Label Card Thinlits Die [133479] $32.95	Happy Heart Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [137364] $7.95
Big Shot [113439] $99.95

Quick Lotus Blossom Card

Today over at Stylin' Stampin INKspiration, the designers are featuring cards that could be used in a Stamp-a-Stack.  For me, that means it should be quick, easy, and with just a few simple supplies.  This card fits the bill perfectly!

For this card, I used the Lotus Blossom stamp set and the ink colors, Blackberry Bliss and Mossy Meadow.  You'll notice that I popped up the front panel with dimensionals.  I do this A LOT in my classes and here's why.....

If you make a mistake, you can flip the paper over and still use it.  If you are stamping directly on your card and make a mistake it is much more difficult to hide that mistake.  And if you look closely, you can even see my "mistake".

Thanks for stopping by!

Project Life

Today over at Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration, the designers are featuring Project Life by Stampin' Up!  As much as I love to scrapbook using Project Life, I also enjoy creating cards with some of my "leftovers". 

 

The cards I created were made with elements from the This Day Project Life Mini Card Collection.  You can get this set FREE during Sale-a-Bration with any $50 purchase.

 

For this card, I trimmed the PLxSU card to 4" x 5-1/4" then layered it onto a Whisper White card base.  The greeting and balloon basket were stamped with Basic Black ink.  I die-cut 3 of the ballon shapes, folded them in half, and adhered them together to create this dimensional hot air balloon.

This card is even easier than the first.  I selected 2 PLxSU cards and trimmed them slightly to use as my background.  I cut one balloon shape, added the stamped banner, and some white baker's twine to complete this whimsical birthday card.

As always, the supplies for both cards are listed at the end of this post.  Don't forget to add your FREE Sale-a-Bration item when placing an order in my online store.

Thanks for stopping by! 

 

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Product List

Celebrate Today Photopolymer Bundle [138869] $36.25	Stacked With Love Designer Series Paper Stack [137779] $6.95	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad [126980] $5.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95
Twine Baker's Whisper White [124262] $2.95	This Day Project Life Mini Card Collection [138636] $0.00

Retail Therapy

What's New?

This stamp set is called Better Than E-Mail.  Although this set was designed with the Angel Policy in mind, it can also be used in a variety of other ways. The images are so versatile! Check out the samples below to get your innovative juices flowing.

You can shop anytime in my online store.  Orders will be shipped direct to your door.  If you need help, don't hesitate to contact me at [email protected].

Happy Stampin'

 

Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Card Sketch

 We have a great sketch for you over at Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration.  Make sure you check it out to see what the designers have created.  You are welcome to play along and upload your card to our blog, too!

I started by die-cutting a partial heart from Real Red card stock.  After using a paper piercer and white gel pen to create stitched lines around the heart, I layered a window sheet behind the Real Red panel.  I placed dimensionals between the red and white layers to create a floating window.

I die cut a bunch (5 or more) "you"s from Whisper White card stock and layered them together to create a very thick "you".  I absolutely LOVE the Hello You Thinlits dies and the coordinating Crazy About You stamp set.  It's wonderful that you can get both in a bundle for a 15% discount!

All of the supplies for this project are listed below.  Don't forget!  You'll get a FREE sale-a-bration item with every $50 purchase from now until March 31, 2015.  It's a great time to add to your stamp and die collections.

 

Print Recipe

Product List

Paper-Piercing Tool [126189] $3.95	Window Sheets Base Material [114323] $4.95	Basic Black 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [121045] $6.95	Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [102482] $6.95	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50
Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953] $6.95	Hearts Collection Framelits Die [125599] $26.95	Crazy About You Clear Bundle [139325] $54.25	White Signo Uni-Ball Gel Pen [105021] $3.95	Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad [101731] $7.50
Polka Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [133739] $7.95

Monday Montage 35

Welcome to the Monday Montage blog hop!  It's so good to be back after the holidays and we can't wait to share some inspiring ideas with you!

 

I've had a lot of requests lately for a Bokeh technique tutorial.  There is a significant amount of drying time between some of the steps, so I didn't want to do a video tutorial.  I decided to create a picture tutorial that you'll see below.  You can click on it to see the full-sized image and you can even PIN it for future reference.

TIPS for picking your background colors:

• Pick the main color you want to feature.  For this card, I chose Real Red.
• Select a similar color in a much lighter shade.  I used Pink Pirouette.
• And finally select a neutral shade.  I used Smoky Slate.

Once your colors have blended, they will no longer resemble any Stampin' Up! color.  However, you'll find that the background will still coordinate nicely with the colors you selected.  I generally use the neutral shade for my card base.

You can see another Bokeh card here and here.

Thanks for stopping by!  Be sure to click the NEXT button to see what Wendy has in store for you OR you can go BACK to view Julie's marvelous creations.

 

 Happy Stampin'

    

Print Recipe

Product List

So You Photopolymer Stamp Set [137165] $24.95	Confetti Hearts Border Punch [137415] $21.95	Smoky Slate 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [131202] $6.95	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $8.50	Watercolor Paper [122959] $4.95
Silver Foil Sheets [132178] $3.95	Pink Pirouette Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [111843] $2.95	Real Red Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [103287] $2.95	Smoky Slate Classic Stampin' Ink Refill [131159] $2.95	Versamark Pad [102283] $7.50
Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad [101731] $7.50	Silver Stampin' Emboss Powder [109131] $4.95	Heat Tool [129053] $29.95	Sponge Daubers [133773] $4.95	Window Sheets Base Material [114323] $4.95
Circles Collection Framelits Die [130911] $26.95	Big Shot [113439] $99.95

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