Today's card was inspired by the challenge over at TGIF Challenges, as well as a sample in the catalog. Here's the challenge:
And here's the catalog sample:
Want to see my take on it?
I stamped images from the Lovely You stamp set in Night of Navy, Gray Granite, Mango Melody, and Petal Pink ink to make my background paper. A few extra elements finished off the card:
- Elegant Faceted Gems
- Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack (gold thread)
- In Good Taste Elements
I just love all the coordination that Stampin' Up! provides - don't you think the In Good Taste Elements match up perfectly with the images in the Lovely You stamp set?
Stamps: Lovely You
Ink: Night of Navy, Gray Granite, Mango Melody, Petal Pink
Paper: Gray Granite, Night of Navy, Whisper White, Petal Pink
Embellishments: Forever Greenery Trim Combo Pack, In Good Taste Elements, Elegant Faceted Gems
Tools: Lovely Labels Pick a Punch
Adhesives: SNAIL, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
Happy Stamping!
Rachel
Today's card was inspired by one I saw in our demonstrator Facebook group a week or two ago. I don't remember who shared the card, but she used Seaside Spray to color in the flowers from the Jar of Flowers stamp set, and I loved that! I really like the color combination of Seaside Spray with the new in color Misty Moonlight, and I added in a few more colors to create my card. What do you think of this color combination?
I used my Stampin' Blends Markers to color the flowers - you can see a full list of colors below. Did you know that if you leave just a little bit of white on the edge when you color, it helps give the illusion of natural light on the flowers? I learned that tip from one of my team members during a recent team event. This was the first time I tried it, and I think it worked!
Other tips for using the Jar of Flowers set:
- The stamps are reversible, so I used the solid image of the smaller jar piece to "color" the water in the jar. I stamped Seaside Spray ink off once for a lighter shade.
- Make sure to stamp your stems lined up at the top of the jar, not the bottom!
- If the stems and flowers don't line up perfectly, it's ok! That's the perfect place to tie a ribbon.
I used another new stamp set for the sentiment - A Grand Kid. I obviously don't have any grandkids, but this set has a lot of great sentiments for everyone! You can pair any sentiments you like with the Jar of Flowers stamp set - it's very versatile.
Here is a full list of supplies:
Stamps: Jar of Flowers, A Grand Kid
Ink: Misty Moonlight, Seaside Spray, Memento Black, Stampin' Blends Markers - Light & Dark Seaside Spray, Light & Dark Old Olive, Light & Dark Mango Melody, Dark Misty Moonlight
Paper: Misty Moonlight, Seaside Spray, Crumb Cake, Whisper White
Embellishments: Flowers for Every Season Ribbon Combo Pack
Tools: Jar Punch, Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder, Lovely Labels Pick a Punch
Adhesives: SNAIL, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
Happy Stamping!
Rachel
Have you picked a favorite of the new in colors yet? If not, maybe the cards I have to share with you today will help. I created these cards to send to members of my In Color Club this month.
Here's a close up of each color - if you can pick a favorite, comment and let me know which one you like best! Magenta Madness is my current favorite, but it's so hard to choose!
Cinnamon Cider
Bumblebee
Just Jade
Misty Moonlight
Magenta Madness
Stamps: Lovely You
Ink: Basic Gray
Paper: Flowers for Every Season Memories & More Cards & Envelopes, Whisper White, 2020-2022 In Color 6 x 6" DSP
Embellishments: 2020-2022 In Color Enamel Dots, Magenta Madness 1/4" Ribbon
Tools: Stitched Shapes Dies, Lovely Labels Pick a Punch
Adhesives: SNAIL, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots
Happy Stamping!
Rachel
Today's projects are CASEd straight from the catalog! The tag sample made me fall in love with the new in colors, as well as the Lovely You Bundle. I demonstrated these projects at a team event a few weeks ago, and I'm sharing them with you today.
These are easy to duplicate with just a few supplies, and many of them you might already own:
- the Lovely You Bundle (154070) $42.25
- 2020-2022 In Color Cardstock 8 1/2 x 11" (153074) $9.00
- Whisper White Cardstock 8 1/2 x 11" (100730) $9.75
- Crumb Cake Cardstock 8 1/2 x 11" (120953) $8.75
- Versamark Ink Pad (102283) $9.50
- Linen Thread (104199) $5.00
- In Color Ribbon of your choice (I used Magenta Madness) $6.00 each
- Early Espresso Ink, or another neutral color of your choice (147114) $7.50
- Label Me Fancy Punch (151297) $18.00
Ink your stamps with the Versamark ink. It gives a subtle watermark image on the In Color cardstock without having to buy all of the new In Color ink pads. We weren't able to order the new inks during our demonstrator pre-order, but you can bet they are at the top of my list on my first order tomorrow!
For the tag, I cut the cardstock strips 1/2 x 4 1/2" and then punched both ends. For the card, the strips are 3/4 x 5 1/2", and punch both ends. I used the Label Me Fancy Punch to cut the notch for the ribbon on the tag. Here's a tip for lining it up: draw a small dot in the center where you'd like to punch. Then just line that dot up in the middle of the punch, and it will be right where you want it!
Have you checked out the new catalog yet? If not, tomorrow is the big day! Make sure to come back and check out my top 10 new items!
Happy Stamping!
Rachel
I have another fun online class for you today! This one features brand NEW products from the 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. The Lovely You stamp set and Lovely Labels Pick a Punch are some of my favorite products in the new catalog, so of course I had to design a class around them!
This class will include the products and supplies you need to create 20 note cards - 4 each of 5 designs. There are three options:
Option #1 - $83: This option includes the Lovely You Bundle (Lovely You photopolymer stamp set and Lovely Labels Pick a Punch), a 1/4 package of In Good Taste Designer Series Paper, a roll of Early Espresso Faux Suede Trim, a package of Rhinestones, and the extra cardstock pieces you'll need to complete the cards. You will also get a PDF tutorial with photos and instructions.
Option #2 - $33: This option includes everything listed above, but does NOT include the Lovely You Bundle.
Option #3 - $15: This option includes the PDF tutorial only.
The deadline to register for this class is June 2. When the catalog goes live on June 3, I will order everything and get it shipped to you by June 11. You'll have new products in your hands as quickly as possible!
If you'd like to register, you can do so here.
Happy Stamping!
Rachel
