Yesterday I blogged about the super cute and easy card that I think is just adorable! My inspiration came from the Stampin' Success Magazine that Demonstrators receive. Please click here to see that post and today we are going to go through the "Stepped Up" version!
The reason I am doing this is to share with you how you can take some other products that we have and simply "step it up" I must say, I like both of them. Please remember, do what works for you. It takes a bunch of "trials and errors" to develop a style that works for YOU.
I am sure that you do the exact same thing that I do…that is have fun looking at Pinterest, watching You Tube Videos etc…and there are cards and projects that make you get sooooo darn excited, only for you to go to the effort to attempt to make them to find out that "they just weren't worth it" as it wasn't your style!
When I first started card making I tried all different styles and the happiest I am is with Clean and Simple….that makes me roll and I love to help you reach your goals!
Let's get going – I will share with you the changes I did…they are very simple!
- I looked at the Something Borrowed DSP that I used yesterday and the pattern reminded me of the Modern Mosaic Embossing Folder so out it came! The piece is in Sahara Sand and it is 4 3/4" X 3 1/4". I used the corner Rounder before I ran it through the Big Shot.
- The white piece is 3 1/4" X 2 3/4" and then matted with Pistachio Pudding just a "smidge larger" – 3 3/8" X 2 7/8". I also corer rounded them.
- The stamping was just like yesterday and before I POPPED this up I added the simple yet effective piece of Thick Bakers Twine…just a quick and easy touch!
- Now for the part that always makes smile – the envelopes….you know I sure do love my envelopes! Today I took a scrap Sahara Sand and embossed it, just trying to get the focal row of the image. I then took a 1/2" strip of the DSP and placed it on above and below….and after adhering it – a quick snip! LOVE IT! (well, I probably should have made the DSO a bit narrower to make it balanced….but there is always a next time!)
Well…thoughts!?!? I truly like both of my versions…it's all about time! Remember, break your projects down and do it in steps so you are not overwhelmed! This would be a great card to make BUNCHES of in all different colors and different DSP's (if you choice todays post)
Please feel free to leave me a comment and let me know how you like today's post! I am an email away if you need help or guidance!
Our dinner was FABULOUS last night….it is wonderful to have James home as he is my helper in the kitchen….he took after me in lovin' to cook – I told you he was a catch!
Lot's of fun posts ahead this week….I hope that you will pop back!
Stampin' hugs! Until tomorrow!
p.s. – James helped me set up an Instagram Account…click here to follow…
Really love today’s stepped up version, love your ‘clean & simple’ style.
Hope your break is healing and so glad it was not your stampin arm.
Today’s version is gorgeous too – I love the color combos you used. As always, thanks for sharing with us!! Hope that ankle is doing great and hugs to Rosie for me!
Love the stepped up version, the EF really frames this Thank You sentiment fabulously.
Thank you for sharing.
Wow! Awesome change up and so clever! Thanks Susan and glad to hear your dinner was “fabulicous!”
Both versions are great! I love your clean and simple style. I always feel like I can make that too!
Would love to follow you on Instagram. What is your name there? The link just takes me to the page with the info to download the app.
Beautiful! I liked yesterday’s card, but the embossing folder and additional layers really make today’s card special. Nicely done, Susan!
I like this stamp too ! Have not gotten it yet ,but now I am tempted again .Love these soft colors and that cute flower sets it off . I have just gotten the SAB stamp set Simply Wonderful and it has one of those sweet posies that I will use a lot I am sure . They are just so cute !
Really love today’s stepped up version, love your ‘clean & simple’ style.
Hope your break is healing and so glad it was not your stampin arm.
Susan, both cards a re adorable. I really love the second version. I love the embossing folders. I have many. I use them a lot. The colors are so sweet. I really love them together. I am so glad that you share you and your life with all of us. This helps us feel like we are sitting at your table with a great cup of coffee and sharing our lives together. m so glad your dinner was wonderful. enjoy having your son around. Happy stamping. Get well soon. We all love you. Ellen Hinds
I love seeing a basic card changed up – either by a different color combo or additional goodies. Texture is always a winner in my book!
Both cards are very sweet, but am partial to your first creation. It’s just cleaner and more simple–my kind of card. Thanks for sharing both!
This was a great exercise…showing both versions of this super cute card. The color combo is perfect and I love those sweet little flowers and leaves on both the card and envelope. Hope you had a WARM and cozy weekend!