This is a "2 for 1" card as it is really 2 cards in 1!!!
A main card with a "sappy" message from "Mom" and then another cute are that not only has a gift card that will bring a smile to my son's face…but also a "talking tag" from Stampin' Up!…one product that I totally think gets missed!
This is for my oldest son that just moved back from China! He is living in Boston and a gift card always comes in handy! I know that there are times that it is hard to create a masculine card…but this stamp set, Perfect Blend fits the bill and I was pleased with the end result!
There are soooooo many incredible cards and projects made with this stamp set, I totally encourage you to google it and you will be amazed at the "beauties that are out there" My son loves coffee and I thought that this would be a great stamp set to send him some cookies and things he left from home!
As you can see there are actually 2 cards here! A smaller one mounted on top! WHY? – I really do not know….it just happened and I liked it! Knowing that I wanted the "brown family", I knew that the new "Sweater Weather Designer Series Paper" would be super-duper! This paper is an "A list" must have paper! Sooooo yummy and feel like you want to get a cup of hot chocolate and go to your Craft Area and create…away!!!!!
I stamped the coffee cup in Soft Suede, I just think it always looks great with the Very Vanilla!. Taking it to the next level, I pulled out the Yippee-Skippee Stamp Set ( now that's a mouthful) but a super fun and modern stamp set! I inked it up with the Versa Marker and then using the Early Espresso Embossing Power and the Heat Tool…I let the magic happen!
I think that there are soooo many fun and unique ideas you can make with these stamp sets! To me….a day without coffee means I am sick! I truly enjoy a great cup of coffee….getting on my computer and seeing what's out there in the mornings….all with my 5 dogs and pig…and then hitting the floor for the day!
Being that I am not a "fussy" one with lots of embellishments etc…I felt that it need something and using the Linen Thread wrapped around the base gave it a level of interest and dimensions!
Wanting to get a "maximized effect" I thought putting the gift card in the smaller one would be a perfect match….but there was still one more thing that I wanted to give to my son….that is a message from "Mom" with my own voice! This is where the "Talking Tags" come in! Please click here and watch this short video and you will see how fun they are…..and your own voice….PRICELESS to the ones you love!
I have a simple question for you….."When was the last time you used a Talking Tag.…if ever?????" Then the next thing I am going to ask you "Why not"!!!! These gems are the "heart" that meets your card! I was able to record a message to my son that not only is personal ……but it is MY voice that HE can hear with his phone……how super cool is technology!
This was a fun and rewarding card to make….as my son has lived in China for 4 years….I find it an incredible treat and blessing to have him back in the States! I can hardly wait to get a call from him on Saturday when he receives his goodies! I know him too well….he will adore the card and even love his "Snickerdoodle Cookies" but more importantly, his message from "Mom" from the talking tags!
I hope that you can "snuggle" up with a great cup of coffee and find some inspiration from this post! I have a great card for you tomorrow….a super fun, classic way to say thanks to anyone!
Have a fabulous day and remember that I am an email away and you can click here to shop at my online fun zone….utill tomorrow!!!
I love, love, LOVE the card on a card! And then the gift card, too! (Yum, Chipotle!) My girls would like the whole thing, too!
Enjoy being in the same time zone with your son!
Kudos for being a good mom! Thanks for the reminder on the talking cards. Your design with the masculine colors and linen thread combine good texture — spot on. Thanks for sharing!
Hey Susan,
How nice. Love the whole post, the card, the message and the Mom love.
Have a great weekend.
What a GREAT card! Love the message and the idea of sending them. I just have to be sure the people have ability to scan and listen. Cute!!!
Cool new header!!!!! Love the card idea and how you put 2 cards into 1!
Cool beans, coffee beans that is! Love your card! Great idea with the little card on there too. The thread is a fun little touch too. Love that paper as well! I have not really seen the talking part but have an idea of how they work. Great idea for your son. I just don’t have the ability to scan and listen which is fine for this nontechno weenie! Besides, Henry would probably just hide it from me or drool on it! Let us know what your son thinks about the card with that sentiment! Of course, we know he is going to love it! Of course the little heart makes it complete!
Love your new banner – yes I did notice, right off! Please don’t tell me it has been new all week! Have a good weekend.
Congrats on getting your header updated! It looks great v
Cool new blog look! IT suits you! Love the card on card with gift card. Another mouthful! You continue to inspire me daily! Back to my craft room I go. 🙂