Here are some more great ideas from the card swap! YOU all are amazing and I cannot tell you how it warms my heart the comments and the interaction you all have with each other in your comments! I hope that this simple element goes to show you that we are making a difference in sharing simple handmade kindness and that is just the BEST in this crazy world that we live in.
Here is a funny for you….while I was away on the trip John and I were talking to another couple while we were waiting for a table for lunch….we were in Florence at a super cute little restaurant and they were from the USA and they were amazed at the concept of Stampin’ Up! – they had never heard of it. They looked at us and said…you make cards???? I loved John’s comment, what my wife does is so much more than make cards…she shares kindness and inspires people to do the same… 🙂 It does not get better than this…I truly love what I do!
Please know in my heart that I am super PROUD of each of you. I wish that you could see my face when I see your work. There is always an instant smile…but then there is so much more – I often find myself saying – THIS IS JUST THE BEST…that there are so many that “get it” – please know that a handmade “anything” will always TRUMP a store bought “anything”…Keep doing what you are doing….because it does make a difference!
Card #1 – This card is super fun and I just love when there is a double whammy – an element using an embossing folder partially with paper on a card…This creates instant depth and some of the new embossing folders in the new catalog are just fantastic! LOVE the glimmer paper stars…darn, I forget about using it but this makes a POP… this card could easily be for a Birthday…a graduation….a simple WOOT-WOOT to you!!!! 🙂
Card #2 – Roseanne is one of my downline and one talented stamper. Please check out her blog as she is a great stamper that always has a classic style. Again, look at using an embossing folder…it does create a WOW and with how affordable they are…they go a long way! Notice the extra details…the small pearls…the heart made from DSP – great examples of adding just a little…goes a long way!
Card #3 – This card is really hard to see the fun and beauty it has. The card was made with a Shimmery White Cardstock. It is stunning when you hold it in your hand. I TOTALLY forget to use this paper and I have pulled it out so I can see it to remind me to use it. I love the simplicity of this card – and I am guessing that Juanita used a stamp-a-ma-jig to line up her stamping as it is spot on! This is a great example of ow less can really be best and still get the job done!
Card #4 – Oh Ellen…this is such a fun card that I really needed to take several pictures of this so you all can see the attention to detail that is in this beauty! One thing that I know I am “guilty as charged”…not making the inside of the card as beautiful as the outside. This layout would be one to put into your memory bank as the layout is very classic and you could use so many different DSP’s and Stamps…..The other thing that I love is…Ellen gave some love to her envelope! You all know that this makes me super happy! 😉
Card #5 – Now this is a TRUE CLASSIC. I know that for many of use it is hard to make masculine cards and this stamp set, Guy Greetings is carried over and this is a fabulous set for masculine cards! This is a very handsome color combination. This could be a Fathers Day Card, a Birthday Card….The dot paper is from the In Color DSP stacks…these paper stacks are always so handy to use and always one of my favorites!
I need to share a funny again…..Millie reached out to me for a monthly kit that I do and if she could have a spot….when I heard her name, MILLIE….an instant smile came to my face as this was the name of one of Hannah’s horses and I said….anyone named MILLIE is special to me so YES!!!! She is also another one of those great Texas gals that sign a card to me with a great big Texas hug….I always smile!
I hope that these cards made your day and that you will CASE away! It is fun to see others cards…fun to see that they come from all over! Card Swaps are fun and I will do another one in the future. I do hope that when I do that you will participate. Great job card makers….and keep on going!!!!
Tomorrow is a PALS blog hop….so please make sure that you pop in! It is a fun theme this month and I am sure that you are going to have inspiration to the max!
Love this “parade of beauties!”
Holy cow ! You have more cards ! What a treat ! I love looking at what card”artists” create !
Just look at the many colors and techniques ! I would love to get any of these in my mailbox !!
Susan love your runway parade of cards.
Love the use of the embossing folders and layers. Will keep this layouts in the idea file. Really pretty cards!
I’m loving your parade of cards. Each has a clever pop to make it beautiful. I loved John’s response to the couple who had never heard of SU. Thanks for all you do and for sharing these special cards. I love the inspiration.
“…so much more than make cards…she shares kindness and inspires people to do the same…” Oh my gosh!!! I just LOVE this!!!! What an incredible hubby you have!!!! Even I had not really thought of it in those words and I have been making cards for years. Thank you and John for the wonderful thoughts. And thanks for all the great cards! Will try to join in next time!
Another great parade of stars! Speaking of stars, I am the recipient of Cathy’s stellar star card! Even the ribbon has silver threads in it! The embossed stars are so fun too. Thank you Cathy. By the way, thank you Susan for taking the time to organize the swap for us! I checked out Rosanne’s blog and boy she has some talent! I think I just might have to CASE some of her creations! Thanks for letting us know she has a blog.
Love John’s comment to that couple in Florence! We can’t say they lead a sheltered life when they are visiting Florence so we will go with just uninformed! Looking forward to hearing more about your trip.
Rosanne I received you card and I am so impressed with the thought and care you put into each and every detail on your card. I will be heading over to checkout your blog that Susan has included and thank you again also hugs to Susan for choosing me to receive it. I am thrilled!
Dear Susan, All of your cards are so beautiful. I am so thrilled you liked my card. I hope the person who received it likes it as well. I had a lot of fun making this card for somebody who might enjoy this card. I loved your husbands wonderful comment to the couple in Florence. Thank you John for being such a wonderful husband and best friend to Susan. Susan, thank you for organizing this great card swap. Have a great day. Hugs to you my great friend. Ellen Hinds
Each one of the runway cards is so pleasing to the eye. Such talent and attention to detail….real art!!!! Susan, you are blessed with a special (and thoughtful) man! A true “keeper” on Itell Lane!! ?
My sincerest apologies go out to Robyan Carter for missing her great card which I received in the swap. How I over looked it is beyond me. It is a great card and simple layout. Something that can be whipped up in no time. The scores lines always add that extra ‘umph’. I agree with Susan, this card is wonderful for using up DSP. Thank you so much for your wonderful card. It is being displayed on my shelf in my craft area. To all the ladies who submitted cards, every one of the creations are truly a work of art. Can’t wait for the next swap Susan. Thank You to all of your support crew in helping get the swap organized.
What an awesome response from John! It was perfect! These cards are so beautiful and unique in every way! The runway is an A+ of beauties!