Woot-Woot….here is to the end of a week and I hope that it was a great one for you! Here you go with Step it up Sunday and at a glance you might be saying that it is not stepped up!
I admit, this is such and AMAZING and CLASSIC Stamp Set...that is soooooo easy to work with, today’s version is stepped up by adding extra layers, a simple change of orientation.
Initially I was thinking about adding some ribbon…..nope! Adding some pearls…..nope! Changing the base color of the card….nope..then I decided to do what works best for me, JUST KEEP IT SIMPLE, but just show a different way to present it!
Well….you decide – SIDE by SIDE ~ YOU decide!
I hope that this shows you that you can keep it clean, make some minor changes and still have a great card! I personally like both of them and you couldn’t go wrong……today’s card I put the sentiment inside the card….so it is still a part of it! (wow, it is a great sentiment)
In the below picture you can see that I used dimensions to “lift” up the layers and trust me, when you hold it in your hand….you say – WOW….because this is a square card you will need extra postage but then again, it if was a regular size card you would probably need extra postage with the “extra lift” that I did.
Because we are on this topic, I think that there are times that making a special card with an odd size (like this 4 1/4″ square card) is soooo worth it because it is special – it is as easy as that!
We all know that that Stitched Framelits are back in stock (I would not wait as they are one hot item) and I used them today as well as the Layered Square Framelits to make this fun happen today!
I just think that that the elegance of this stamp set can hold its own…ANY DAY! 🙂 I think that this is a stamp that you simply need to have in your stash as it is a “statement stamp set” and yep, I will do a post with note cards for a great gift idea!
A simple layering effect makes such a difference. I admit, I was thinking about adding dashed of black stitched lines around the perimeter of very vanilla layered part…but then I thought….JUST LEAVE IT ALONE…..sometimes you just need to do that – LESS IS BEST!
There you go! I hope that I have inspired you and I hope to see you back for more SIMPLE FUN! I love helping you reach your goals as YOU do make a difference! Enjoy FOOTBALL DAY...I know that Sunny will be doing that!
Good Morning! Like you said, both are beautiful. I liked Saturday’s version at first but the more I looked at the stepped-up version, I see the details in that one too. I think I’ll go for the sentiment on the inside.
Have a great day. Will you be watching any football today?
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Absolutely! Sundays….Football – YES!!!!! I am on the fence as well but I will say that I love it when we can have a sentiment in the inside! Happy Sunday!
“WOW. “WOW”. WOW”. Susan, This card is amazing. I love both cards, but today version is my favorite. You are so amazing. It is so YOU simple and elegant. I love the card. Have a wonderful day. Hugsz, Ellen Hinds
Hi Ellen and a HUGE THANKS for popping in! I hope that the New Year is treating you well….it is not hard to go wrong with this stamp set…it’s a keeper!
Totally amazeballs, Susan!! I love this stamp set and your “other” card, but this “Stepped Up” version is stunning! I will definitely have to case it…love the twist of the card. I can’t stop looking at it…LOL! Hugs!
CASE….CASE…CASE – please! That’s why I do what I do – I want YOU to shine and I know that you can DO IT! Thanks for popping in!
Isn’t it amazing what a touch of black does to bring up the volume of a card! Another gorgeous Susan card!
Well said and agreed my friend!
I think that off set of CS makes your focal image really stand out plus the added dimension for lift .
I like this version better . Both are winners ! I really think a set of these would make any female smile.
Yes, I might be watching a game or two today . No pressure though because my Panthers won`t be playing so I can watch unemotionally …..giggle !! Let`s just say I know who I don`t want to win !!
I think that I am going to do up a set of cards for a gift like you were saying! I hear you about your team…..what the heck does New England have that no one can push through!
Wow….you did it again. Today’s card as well as yesterday’s card is fantastic. They are both total keepers in my book. You rock, Susan! Happy football watching Sonny!
Yipppeee…you like it and that is a H U G E compliment! Thanks!
Yes, both cards are super! I do, however, prefer today’s card because I almost always prefer sentiments to go inside and let the front be the star.
Well say and I agree – I think that we fall short on sentiments for the inside….this did the trick!
Both are gorgeous but I think I like today’s version just a smidge more – I adore the black panel in the middle on the tilt. I used that element a lot before and I think I will do some more today that way. But, again, both are just gorgeous!
I know I will be watching football this afternoon and maybe tonight. I am hoping my day ends better than it started.
Oh no….our sunshine Chris didn’t start off on a good start! Well..I say – tomorrow is a NEW DAY! I am glad that you liked the card today – simple, fun and classic!
Well, this set just can’t be done wrong! It is so lovely. But I prefer Saturday’s card. Usually I like the stepped up versions of your cards, but not this time. Hope your day is a good one everyone (esp. Chris R.)
The IS a fabulous stamp set….I just love the sketch look and feel of the whole stamp set! Thanks for chiming in….I like them both and I agree – you can’t go wrong with anything from this stamp set.
Both cards are very nice. If I had to choose between them, I’d choose Saturday’s card. I’m not a huge fan of black, but do use it from time to time and it is growing on me. Sometimes it takes me a while to warm to a trend. Nothing wrong with that, right? Have a good week.
Great point and you are right – there is NOTHING WRONG AT ALL in liking what works for you! That’s what blogging is all about. I love the look and POP of black – try it a little of a time…..I know that it is a stark contrast but it is effective!
Both cards are wonderful on their own. Together I like Saturday’s better. I giggle that everyone else is doing this set with water colors, which you are always on us to try out and not be afraid, and you use the enclosed scribble block.
I love both cards, I think they are both simply elegant. Great job Susan!