Good Morning…here is a bit of sunshine for your Sunday morning with a bit of fun new bling with the Gold Faceted Gems. For the “stepped up” this week I decided to change the orientation to a vertical card and the cut off 1″ of the bottom of the front of the card and stamp the sentiment of “Thank You” on the inside base of the card!
So…here you go ~ side by side, YOU DECIDE!
Yesterday I shared with you that I would take a picture of the stamp and also the paper from this suite. Right off the bat I knew that this bundle would be coming to Randall Lane for 3 reasons…
- This stamp set is a photopolymer and that makes me super happy!
- The bundle has a punch and a classic punch of a Daisy Flower is a winner and that makes me happy!
- Bundles give you an instant 10% discount (and then I get another 25% discount) and that makes me happy!
It is just so much better to be happy 😉 (life is just too darn short)
You can see that the paper is colorful and artistic. If you have never watched the video that Stampin’ Up! has on how the artist create and then make many of our Designer Series Papers. I know that it is an older video but it truly is very interesting so grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this short video. (it really makes you see our papers in a different light from this short video)
I am truly amazed that many of our papers are soooooo beautiful that I hate to cover them up! I am excited for you all to see the new papers coming out. I know that it is hard to see in the little picture above but hopefully you can get a feel of the watercolor look and feel this collection offers!
As the title of this post says….there is a bit of bling….. and here you go! Meet the NEW gold faceted gems ~ they are going to be hot aa it is the perfect combination of bling with classic (hope that this makes sense) By now you know that a little bling to me is adding some ribbon or twine (that is another addition today) but I just had to add these gems.
Glitter and I do not see eye to eye as I think that is a total mess and at the end of the post I will tell you a funny about glitter in the Itell household but these new gems are just the perfect balance and they come in 3 sizes – a quick peel off and stick – BLING!
I just had to take a close up for you because of the beauty. It looks like gold glitter is embedded in these gems and they are stunning. When I saw them in the catalog I though….nope, not for me but I am sure that they will be a hit but I did purchase a pack for a preorder and when I saw them in person – WOW….I was so wrong as they are a great mixture of bling and classic to really brighten someones day!
These beauties will definitely be on my Product Share that I will be offering to you all soon. (Heck – I know you need time to get the catalog 1st and take it all in) but I know that you realize that Product Shares are the way to go when a new catalog comes out so be ready for FUN! My catalog are on order and the labels are made….so all I am waiting for is for them to arrive to Randall Lane.
I know that it is hard to see but I did cut off 1″ from the front panel of the card….here are some quick measurements for you – I love this style of card as it creates an instant interest when you hold it and see that it opens “not even”
- The base is a thick whisper white in the vertical mode with 1″ cut off the front.
- Stamp the “thank you” on the inside with Night of Navy (because it is a photopolymer….it is a cinch)
- The Daffodil Delight is 4 1’4″ X 4 1/2″
- The white is 4″ X 4 1/4″
- The DSP Strip is 1 1/2″ X 4 1/4″
- The flower was tone on tone stamped with daffodil delight and pear pizzazz
I would either make a card today with this formula or write it down as I know that you all have many stamp sets that you could make a similar card. I think that making it yourself helps you through the process and then I would write the measurements on the back and keep it for reference for the future.
I have a tin that I keep near my work area that “formula cards” in it and I will say when I am in a creative slump – it is a pick me up to look through and find a layout that tickles my fancy! TRY IT – I think that you will be happy ti have a library of reference.
Another rainy day on the East Coast but today we re having another “weed date” – as much as weeds are nit my thing – we have to deal with them and I would much rather get them out when the soil is easier to get the darn job done!
Now for a funny on glitter and please pass this on to others that have young children that are loosing their teeth. When my oldest was at the age of loosing their baby teeth I had this WONDERFUL Grandmother give me a great idea on how to deal with the “tooth fairy” and it was always a huge hit!
She told me to purchase a small container of fine clear glitter and when a peep lost a tooth and had it under their pillow….sprinkle a small amount of glitter from the window in their room to their bed when you go to to the “tooth fairy magic” while they are sleeping.
The next day they will wake up and have a shimmer to them….well I did that and it was a wonderful magical experience each and every time when they came downstairs and said…..THE TOOTH FAIRY CAME!!!! (and I would say – look…she kissed you and sprinkled fairy dust on your cheek ~ this is the ONLY example of glitter that makes me smile)
I will say…one container of shimmer lasted for all 3 peeps as I only put a wee bit because of the mess but trust me, it was worth each and every vacuum just to see the magic in their eyes and the smiles on their faces! I just love memories like this!
Now go have a GREAT day…make some memories….have some “me time” to do something for YOU and I will see you on Tuesday!
You have done it again! Made two cards that I like so much, I can’t choose a favorite. I have always loved daisies. You are right this set is a keeper.
Yeah! I am thrilled that you like the cards this weekend. I agree with you ~ you cannot go wrong with a classic daisy! I wish that we had more punches and I was THRILLED that we have a new one on the block!
Hi Susan! You’ve done it again. I love these cards! I really enjoy your Step It Up posts each week. It’s amazing what just another layer and a little bling will do for a card.
I will say that they are fun to do – I will say that sometimes I am not sure if I can come up with (2) different ones….but they seem to work out!
What a beautiful card Susan but even better I love the idea of a prototype card with
the “recipe” on the back. Brilliant! I usually make cards, give them away then struggle to remember what I did when I try to duplicate it!
I will for sure steal your idea & share it with my immediate world!
I will say….if I do not do that – the idea goes right out of my head. Keeping some “keepers” is a great way to have a supply of formulas for the future….I hope that you had some “me time” and was able to make a card!
Love both of them, but think I would go to the step it up Sunday one, to me that is the perfect amount of bling.
I am with YOU! I am really not one that likes big bling but I think that these gems are the perfect balance….
Pretty “step it up” card! LOVE the faceted flower center!
I am so excited for everyone to use them! They are a great addition for all of us!
I am going to pick the stepped up version although I love them both ? I can hardly wait to order this bundle as I ?? Thanks so much, Susan, forthis weekend’s cards!
You are soooooo welcome and THANK YOU for popping in! A daisy brings a little sunshine to all of us!
Both cards are winners ,but as much as I love that little dsp center on Saturday`s Daisy …..I just love the 1″ cutoff detail on the second card (love details like that !) Glad to hear that the Glitter Dot thingy is much prettier when you get it !! Love the Glitter /Fairy story ! Our Doxie used to be festively adorned at holiday times because she loved to hang out around our craft zones and kitchen table when the girls would be making cards and decorations ! I used to call her Glittery Gretchen !
Thanks for the measurements ! Handy and helpful !!!
I was making a card last night and thinking how nice our DSP is because it isn`t flimsy !
Have a great Sunday ! It is SUNNY here today (I think we have some more rain coming later )
I was sooooo happy to se them in person and see that they really are pretty….they are a perfect amount of bling! A doxie with bling…..tooooooo darn cute! The day ended up to be BEAUTIFUL after so much rain, we treated ourselves to a long walk on the battlefield – it was perfect!
I agree with other posters that both cards are winners. I will get the measurements for today’s card and put it in my file. I love these colors and the daisy punch. Loved your funny glitter story. Have a great day
I just love hearing when people have “files” – that makes me smile because there are so many great ideas that we see on line and if we just don’t take a couple of minutes and fie them somewhere or just go ahead and make it….we will forget it! I guess that is one of the beauties of aging! (ha-ha)
Another great card and I think I like today’s just s smidge better but then again, yesterday’s was pretty darn good too. Maybe I should hop on my fence and try to decide since we have a gorgeous day here and a pretty darn quiet one compared to the last 3-4 days! I forgot though, I did not buy a hat and I get sunburned easily. Maybe instead of the fence, just the front porch with Ted and watch the world go by. I have some books to read and a new pot of iced tea brewing so I am good to go. OK back to the card, love both. Quick question about those faceted gems – how thick or lumpy are they to put in the mail? When I saw them on line, I said nope, not for me but on the card it looks great for the center. Oh, I bought some of that white twine with the gold in it on clearance, ooooh, that will make this card shine just a tad bit more when I swirl it like you did. Yep, both cards are for CASEing! I kinda like the yellow sliver too as a mat and the vertical treatment but darn it, both are pretty darn good!
I enjoyed your glittery tooth fairy story. That would have been fun for both you and the peep to experience. I am not big in glitter either but every once in awhile it comes in handy.
I am visualizing a beautiful day…freshly made iced tea….a great book….Teddy & a porch – sounds like heaven to me! Be careful with the sun – I think we get so excited to be out we forget…..
The gems are beautiful but they are thick but very mailable. I would just put a pice of cardstock or a small piece of packing material just over the gem and you would be good to go. I think if you are using just one like I did – it would be fine going through the mail. The one that I used is the largest of the 3 sizes offered.
Very nice! Both are great cards and love the formula tip. The gem for the center looks great…may have to get some. I used to use some “fairy dust” on the rug too! Great memories!
Now this made my day….another glitter tooth fairy Mom….as I have said above, I was surprised that I liked the gems but in person, they are a perfect bling!
Somehow I missed the weekend! So here I am adoring both your cards! I think I am leaning toward Saturday though. Clean and simple! Thanks for the “file” idea, may have to work that one into the mix.
I think I like Saturday version better but I do like the swirled twine. I’m just not convinced about these gems. I have a some [competition] glitter faceted gems and I was not a fan. I guess I’ll have to see them in person. Product share! Product share!