Well…I told you….I said that you will see a difference with today’s card that was soooo simple yet sooooo effective! I know that this is a stamp that could easily be brushed over but step back and look at it – it really is fun and different with all of the different “thanks” in different languages.
Here you can see them side by side and I think that you will like today’s version….having that “little extra sentiment” tips it up and over! In getting back to our little talk the other day about where do we come up with ideas…..today’s card was inspired to me by my dear friend and downline, Jeanie. She sent me this card with the concept of the extra sentiment and I have always kept it.
When I see a card that I really like….I keep it…sketch it down….or have a file in my computer. I encourage you to do this….there are times that you can go back to ones that “touched your heart” and either case it….or make some simple changes and roll with it!
To me, the heat embossing with the clear powder makes this card. Embossing with clear powder is such a classic touch and it gives that tone on tone WOW that is simple, yet effective.
Today I trimmed down the embossed area and matted it on very vanilla that was just a wee bit larger. To this, I cut a piece of white fun foam to lift it up – I am lovin’ this as when you hold a card in your hand…it is super solid – just a great feel!
This sentiment is from “one of the great ones” from the Annual Catalog…..Something to Say Stamp Set. I invite you to look at sentiments that you have and see how you can add it to a card to give a different twist like I shared with you today!
You’ve heard me time and time again….use what you have….look at what you have and then see how you can it work in a different, non traditional way! Punches are our friends…they are our speed tools and you can see how a quick POP out…layer them together and BAM!!!
You can see on this stamp set that it also coordinates with the MUST HAVE Itty Bitty Accent Punches….these are just wonderful for little accents. Today, I did not use the flower stamp….I just punched it out of the card stock!
It is funny…..It was very hard fro me to decide what products to take with me while in Gulf Port…and yep…this trio and the scalloped punch made it in the truck. WHY??? The are great basics and staples to have to make clean and simple cards!
The envelope, the same from yesterday is a classic cutie. When you do an envelope like this…You can get 3 envelopes lined like this from a 6×6 piece of DSP stack. I simply cut it into 2″ pieces and then when you add a 1/4″ of the solid card stock …BAM – sit back and smile!
One question I get asked often, how to I adhere my envelopes…GREEN GLUE. it works…it is easy …it is fast! Remember, if you get too much out…no worries, just let it “set up” for a couple of minutes and then add the paper. After I adhere them I take my craft scissors and cut away the excess!
I “THANK YOU” for popping in and I think that you all enjoy the clear embossing. Embossing is always a WOW….always a smile maker!. I strongly think that using the embossing buddy is KEY for clean embossing….there is nothing worse than going through the heat process to find that you have stray embossing!
I do plan to do a video on embossing…I know that many of you would like to see the process. You have heard me say this as well before a bunch! We are ALL at different levels of paper crafting. Some are new kids on the block and then there are others that have been around a while…My hopes for you and my blog is to be able to walk away inspired and also be able to teach you. I am sure that there are many that have never heat embossed….a video will help you see the fun!
Yesterday was a settle in day…..Stanley is great….Milo is great….Susan is great…..so life is pretty great! All is great on the home front….Eddie is eating up a storm (I was worried that he might slip back a bit but quite the contrary) and John has promised me that he is being nice to Daisy Mae.
Get ready for SPRING tomorrow – I have a fun uplifting card for you…..I think that a bunch of the country had a beautiful day of weather yesterday….and it “sparked” a blast from the past that always is a hit….I know that you will love it….COME ON SPRING!
What a difference those few changes make! Love ut! TFS
I agree….I would have never thought if it without Jeannie’s inspiration….as the saying goes, that’s what friends are for!
Agree….yet it is so simple!
WOW….the little addition really made a BIG difference. How you stepped this card up was simply genius!
Thanks my friend…you are the queen of keeper cards!
I truly said “WOW” when I saw today’s card. I never thought of adding something. I thought you would color one or two of the thank-yous, or add a little heart or gem, but a whole added piece was terrific. It looks great . . . like a big pow for a few punches.
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I am glad that you were surprised…I love the clear embossing! Hugs!
Impressed as always! Super great step it up!
Awe….you made me smile! Thanks for popping in!
LOVE your card ! Love the clear embossing powder, love the little dashes you make around the outer part of the circle but will have to replace the calypso coral twine with watermelon wonder ribbon since that’s what I have. Thank you for the great inspiration !
YEAH…I love the way you could see…make changes that would work for you and then roll with it! YEAH!!!!
Not disappointed over here……..love it!!! ?
Thanks for the comment…I like this fun stamp!
Love this card. Fun idea to add the extra punched sentiment. The colors made think St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. Looking forward to seeing your embossing video and tomorrow’s card.
You are soooooo right, St. Paddy’s Day will be here before you know it! Tomorrows card will make you smile…
I also said “wow” when I saw your card today! Love it all. Thanks for the Eddie update. We’ve been thinking of him! Glad you’re settling in too. 🙂
Oh Tricia…I just responded to your message the other day! Please tell Caleb that he would be sooooo happy with Eddie…he has gained a ton of weight and is PLAYING BALL!!!!
Awesome step it up card today….you work your magic and it produces a wow! Glad to hear you had a great day so what’s left but to say….have another great day! Enjoy!
I am having a great time…we need to work on some sheep!
Today’s card is my favorite with the punched up sentiment, colorful flowers and twine. So pretty. As Mary Ann H said, have another great day. Good luck to Stanley and Hannah.
Thanks for the sweet comment. Stanley has settled in wonderfully and he was great today when Tom rode him. Hannah comes on Friday and she is sooooo excited! I hope that you try this technique….using 2 different stamps works!
Well, the scalloped circles really added so much . That addition softened the boldness of all those letters in the background . Plus the little flowers are so sweet …love that little set of punches .
I bet Milo is loving all the solo attention . Bet he is a good traveling companion 🙂
I agree with you…that little trio of punches is simply the BEST! I love to tuck them in here and there! Milo is totally LOVIN’ being TOP DOG and he is the best little buddy for me….I admit, it is weird to have to walk him on a leash at where I am staying….our dogs are just used to being able to run around…but I think he is enjoying the walks – I took him to the beach today and his ears were like an Elephant looking at the water!
Well thank you to Jeanie for giving you the idea. Another, why didn’t I think of that idea! The pops of color are great ideas as well as cutting the stamped panel so there is a mat. Sort of the Mounds vs. Almond Joy, sometimes I want a mat and sometimes I don’t! For the scalloped part did you use the same punch and punch out two vanilla ones, cut them and adhere them so the vanilla one is bigger than the mint macaroon one? The envelope is the best!
Are you gone for like 2 weeks – the truck must have been packed full with dog food, horse chow, stamping supplies, treats for Hannah, plus your own stuff! John knows that Daisy Mae loves her daddy. Eddie is probably eating better than John while you are gone! Have a great time. Looking forward to tomorrow’s post.
I’m telling you….when Jeanie sent me this card….I knew that I would have to share it – she does amazing works and HELLO….look how darn clean and simple! I was PACKED to the max…guess it is a good thing that I had a trailer….Hannah said to me, put those stampin’ up! boxes in the trailer…I said NO WAY….if it is damp I would not want my precious and addictive fun to get ruined!!!! Guess where our clothes went….THE TRAILER!
Susan, what a cute card. I hope you have a wonderful time. I know you are going to love all the time with your wonderful horses. I know you are going to enjoy being with Hannah. Take time for Susan. Hugs, my friend. Ellen Hinds
Oh Ellen, you always know how to make me smile. I am enjoying having some “Susan” time…..Milo is a great listener and today I turned up some music and just had fun! I adore being with the horses!
Love this stamp set!! I make tons of thank you cards and this one is a keeper for sure! Hope you have a great time! Miss you my friend! Call when you get back.
YOU were the one that inspired me, but then again, you know that you always inspire me!!!! Wish you were here….we would have a blast!
I love the addition to the basic card. Good thinking!
I’m glad you got to Gulf Port and are all doing well. Have a fun time!
Cyberhugs!
I am having fun….love getting up in the morning not seeing snow! hugs!
This is awesome! And nothing like any of the things that came to my mind to step this up.