Good Sunday morning to you! I was so excited for the post to roll around as I am smiling…..really smiling! I know that this weekend post is a very simplistic one but I think it is great one to share and show you that simple DOES work.
I love todays card….in my eyes there is nothing more that needs to be done as the message is across – welcoming a sweet baby into the world! I hope that you can follow me on this one.
Do you remember seeing pictures of yourself and saying “Who dressed me or what in the world was I thinking about when I bought that” hmmmm….I am sure many of you are smiling and some are probably giggling. 😀
When I paper craft there are times that I think of that…I want people to hopefully save the cards that I have made for them. I know that I do as there are those that just “touch your heart” …inspire you and make a memory continue to live!
With that said…the reason that I adore this card is the oh so classic and super sweet image from the stamp set and the classic twinkle, twinkle little star! (Can you guess what I bought the new sweet boy?…My baby staple – books…and yep the classic twinkle, twinkle made the cut)
So the moral of this story is I adore them both but side by side, you decide!
The changes for today were not many but if you see them side by side, I say take the wee bit of extra time! Here are the changes for todays card. Please remember to go back to yesterdays card as the coloring and actually just about everything else is the same!
- I stamped additional single stars and added my trio of dots
- I used a piece of Post It Note to mask around the moon to stamp 2 of the stars
- In the center of the stars, I used Glossy Accents to add some extra shine and bling. This is a product that we used to carry and one that I know many of you have around. It is funny..when we had it – I never used it but I have been finding that I have been playing with it and I really like the wee bit of bling and umph it gives to a project.
- I broke up the sentiment into 2 lines. Because I already had the stamp a ma jig out…why not? I simply put a piece of washi tape over the line that I did not want to have inky…inked up the sentiment and then peeled off the washi tape and stamped! (Yep, you could use the markers and just isolate just the words that you wanted to have inked…but I like to have a good coverage of ink…just a personal preference)
- The envelope is different…I adore it and we will chat about that below!
Masking is something that I think we forget about and/or are afraid to do. Look how simple this is! The end result is sooooo worth it – just taking an extra step make a “how did she do that” happen!
Let’s chat about the envelope! If this doesn’t make the mailman smile….than we need to find a new mailman! You know that I usually cover the back flap of my envelope with a fun DSP or embossed image etc….but after making the changes on the card today I thought – I am not crazy about the same envelope for today…so POOF – how do you like it!
I stamped the other super fun image in this set on thick whisper white, just like I did for the card and then used the same color palette to color! The actual envelope was made using the Envelope Punch Board and I placed Tear & Tape across the flap…held my colored piece up to the light to see through and POOF (again) I centered it!
I added a sliver of So Saffron over top of it (this was an after thought) but I think that it made the images POP even more! I hope that you can see in the pictures that I did the same as I did on the card, I used the Sahara Sand around the entire image to help POP the animals – this is a great tip and one that does make a difference….just go super light!
Well…thoughts???? I can’t wait to hear how you like these little changes. I am going to stick with what I said yesterday, this is one FABULOUS baby set. I admit, even though I do not make many baby cards…I found this to be super fun and truly – I would make this over and over!
I am now itchin’ to make some of the more detailed cards that I saw when I googled the image. It truly came down to that darn “time thing”.
Hear me out…IF you have a bunch of time to create a card there is nothing more FUN and REWARDING than creating something you set your mind to…(I get that) but then again, there is nothing more frustrating to NOT HAVE THE TIME and stress yourself out that you need to make this amazing…over the top….work of art! (I get that as I have been there)
This is why is it great to have simplicity up your sleeve!
There is nothing wrong whatsoever in making a simple card. Think of it in this way – would you rather HAVE a card to send or would you rather stress each day that passes by and you say, “tomorrow I will make that card” and your tomorrow comes and goes!!! We all keep thinking that the extra time will be in that tomorrow!!! (sound familiar to anyone) – We have ALL BEEN THERE!
Now go and enjoy your day!I am super excited as this afternoon John and I are going to a local Peach Festival! I am super excited because I turn into a peach when they are in season – I just cannot get enough of them! My mouth is already for an amazing Peach Dumpling with homemade Vanilla Ice Cream! YUMMERS!
I will see you on Tuesday….and hopefully I will be able to inspire you! I do hope that you can find some “me time” and get inky – we all know that it is the BEST therapy one could ask for!
Oh yeah! Today’s card is just the right “WOW” for a stepped up version of yesterday’s sweetness. And the envelope is perfection.
Enjoy a peach-perfect day!
Thanks Linda…this is such a sweet set and I am thrilled to have (2) baby cards ready…..one was born…the other is due any day! The peaches are super yummy!
This is so adorable and I love the stepped up version even more….. And that envelope is OVER THE MOON!
YIPPEE…you liked!!! I do love my envelopes and adding that to the back – I thought it was a fun touch!
Both versions are adorable, but today’s envelope is the tiebreaker. (have a dumpling for me … love those peaches!)
Hi my friend…boy did we have a fun day together. I am still smiling! The peaches and amazing……I can’t get enough of them!
I like both versions of the card, Susan. But today’s card and cute envelope would win my vote. The little extras are just right. Have a great Sunday.
Mine too. I thought that the extra stars made a difference. Thanks for popping in….it is so fun to hear the feedback!
I thought yesterday’s version was fantastic.. today’s is just over the top… so simple yet so everything and I love the envelope..
You are sooooo right – it is a simple card! I truly do struggle at times that I do not do many fru-fru cards….but this is my style! When I make the cards for my blog I make them for a purpose….and simple just works!
p.s. – I agree, I do love this envelope!
LOVE THAT ENVELOPE !! This set is precious and I don`t think I can resist it much longer after seeing your two day offerings ! I really don`t think I will use it much ,but …..I am a card maker so I BUY !!
BTW….my first sentence as a wee one was “SEE THE MOON ” !!!! So that justifies the purchase .
Love the STEP UP !!
I like the way you think! BUY IT!!!! Too funny. This is a sweet stamp as there really is not much you need to do to fru-fru it up…..less is best!
SEE THE MOON this weekend!!!!
Both cards are adorable but I have to vote for today’s stepped up version – I love your little dots ! And the envelope is awesome !
When in doubt….add the dots! That’s my motto and I am going to stick with it! I hope that you try dots on your projects – they work!
Put me in the same boat with everyone else (so far) today, I love the additions to today’s card. I am always amazed how much depth “masking” the stamp can add to the image. That “So Saffron” is the sweetest color yellow paper. These are definitely 2 blue ribbon winners.
Awe….I am sooooo happy that we are in the same boat together…..I like Sundays too!!!!
I love the cards. Also, great to see you outline in a pale color to pop the stamping, I always forget to do that. Do you have any rules you use as to when and when not to outline? Also the colored envelope flap is darling!
Thanks Susan. Yes, I do love outlining the area in Sahara Sand.
I honestly am a “do as I go person” and I know that I always liked having a ground line when I colored an image like a vase and then I thought….why not just go around the whole area to off set the white?
I personally like it and I would just experiment. I find that it makes the image POP that is more the focal part.
Make sure that your brush has ample water on it and don’t worry…just a faint color is perfect – I hope that you play around!
Precious . . . right down to your signature trio of dots!
Thanks Mary…I love my dots!
I love this card but love the extra touches and envelope idea on the step up. I already have this set mainly because this past Tuesday I became a first time Nana. I am all about baby stuff now. I will be traveling to DC tomorrow to see my sweet little granddaughter for the first time. I am busting with excitement.
YIPPEE for YOU!!!! This is sooooo exciting! You are going to be in “my neck of the woods” as we live about an hour from DC….now that you will be going to see your new little princess – we need to set up a time to meet! Email me…..
Enjoy this special time and I am sure you are BUSTING with excitement! Babies are the sweetest!
I love your simplicity Susan!
Yes, there is just a subtle difference with the two cards this weekend. But all the little touches you added make the card ever so much cuter! I love what you did to the envelope also. I find myself putting your addition to all my envelopes since you’ve shared the directions on how you do so. Thanks ever so much! I watch for your posts every day, especially the “tips for Tuesday” and the “step it up Sunday” posts. Keep up the awesome work! ?
Awe…thanks Sue – I loved reading your comment and it makes me feel great to know that you are trying and adding the love to your projects.
We all have gifts…and what we do is priceless . I think little touches add up to simple joy!
So sweet! The stars and dots are the right amount of perfect….and the envelope is spot on. Enjoy the peaches ?
I am thrilled that I twinkled your star!!!! (Tee-hee-hee) I was pleased with both of the cards…you know me….I love my simple box!
Just when I didn’t think you could improve upon it, you did it with just a few little changes. I love the extra stars and the shining ones too taking up some of the dreaded white space! I didn’t think separating the sentiment would do much, but wrong again, it really brought star power to the little hanging star. Love it. Yesterday, I was remarking to Teddy (hey, I have to have someone to talk to!) that I don’t remember seeing anything or much done with the little stuffed animals stamp. Low and behold you read my mind (or Ted’s) and you used them on the envelope! How fun is that? Now it is definitely perfect! I don’t think I would go as far as adopting a kiddo just for one of these cards but I like to think that you would be sending me one if it was the case!
P.S. FOMO – Fear of Missing Out!
Oh Chris…you are too funny! I must say….”the dreaded white space”??? – WHITE SPACE is our friend!!!
I guess I did not go into great detail but….the “jig” was a huge help for perfect placement!!!! LOVE THAT PIECE OF PLASTIC!
Didn’t you know that Teddy called me about the stuffed animals!
Thank goodness we have unlimited phone calls! He is quite the talker and loves to do his whale imitation which can get quite loud.
White space sends my mind in overdrive to think of someway to decorate it. I definitely can’t do white walls in my house either.
I remember yesterday you said you didn’t think you would do too much to “step it up” for today. But you outdid yourself and inspired us all again! I LOVE both of the cards and so appreciate how you give us your “thought” process and details AND encouragement. Although I have too much to do today, I will definitely plan some inky time. Thanks, Susan. And enjoy those peaches. They are something to relish, every juicy bite.
YIPPEE….I hope that you were able to get inky. I think that is the best medicine (gift) we can give ourselves….do something crafty each and everyday (even it if is sitting down and coloring)
It truly is my hopes that you all learn from my blog. I really want you to understand the ins and outs!
p.s. – the peaches are amazing!
I have loved this set since its debut, esp the row of stuffed animals, but since I don’t make many baby cards I could not justify buying it. Sometimes the littlest details make the difference and stepping it up still means less is more. I adore Sunday’s envelope.
I hear you on all accounts. I always have been fond of this set but I was in the same boat as I do not make many baby cards…..BUT – I am THRILLED that I busted it out!
I just think that these images are just the sweetest….EVER!
Here it is Monday morning and I am catching up…..busy weekend. Both cards are adorable, and love the addition of stars and sentiment placement on Sunday’s card. Time to play catch up on laundry and get a little inky between loads!!!!?
I hear you about catching up….no worries – I am glad that you POPPED in! I am so happy that there is someone else that does lots of things while the laundry is going!
If you need to do laundry….getting inky in between is the BEST!!!!