Good Morning and YEP, Spring is here…fresh colors are here!
I bet you have been thinking….where in the heck have I been? Well…I have been in the trenches making the Card Stock Rings for many of you and YES…..if you still want one – you can get one….here is the post that I did for them and then if you click the below image you will be able to send me an email with your info!! (please put in the subject line cardstock swatches so I can spot it in a jif!)
I am so excited for everyone to see all of the new colors from the Stampin’ Up! Revamp…just looking at the newbies makes me smile…BIG TIME! I am happy to say that I started yesterday with shipping the cardstock swatches! Today’s card is just BURSTING with color and even though we as demonstrators were able to order some things…..(which was super sweet) there are many things that we will just have to wait for….just like you!
Today is a super simple card that to me, has a lot of clean and simple WOW….but one thing I am a bit sad about is….it did not photograph well. My lower lip hangs down when this happens as I just adore this card….so much that I am making some modifications on the size and send it to some special Mom’s for Mothers Day!
This DSP is a newbie…called Garden Impressions 6″ X 6″ DSP and it is just BLOOMIN‘ with fun colors and prints! We all have become accustomed to seeing the paper in the catalog…and just as I feel with my photography today, there are sometimes a picture does not give it the love it deserves! This is the way I feel about this collection…the below 2 pictures will give you a peek.
When my preorder arrived last week I did what we all do when we are excited…
DROP EVERYTHING AND OPEN IT UP!
As I looked at this fun collection of paper, I was in love – it is fresh and fun. My mind started running with ideas and I could hardly wait to get my hands inky and play. Remember that this is a 6″ X 6″ paper pack – the perfect size to do both a card and envelope and the best thing is…you get (4) sheets of each design.
For those that are wondering – YES – I WILL BE DOING BOTH THE DSP SWATCH BOOKS as well as A PRODUCT SHARE…something that many of you just love and trust me, I get it! I take great pride in my shares and I know that you enjoy them! Hang tight – I will be blogging about them soon!
Below you can see 2 pictures showcasing this beautiful paper….truly something that you need to see in person as “at a glance” it looks super busy and overwhelming but trust me, if I think that it is workable….it is simple!
Now…let’s get to a picture of the stamp set/bundle – the Abstract Impressions Bundle! I was very happy that this was available on the pre-order as it was one that was on my “A list” when I saw the new catalog. WHY? well, you know me, I just adore simplicity and I adore having the right product and tools to make a clean, classic yet impactful card that represents my style of paper crafting.
I admit, it does take time and patience to look at something (like a new stamp) and then be patient and let the elements “sink in”. At a glance…you could say “another stamp of shapes to layer”…but it is soooo much more! You can clearly see the sentiments are great (love the font) but these simple shapes- just wait – I bet you will see MANY great examples with this.
Another thought for you…..I have blogged that I am being more selective with my purchases as I “get it” in the fact that we can become overwhelmed and inundated with products….and a first I said….I am not getting the bundle, just the stamp set….and then I saw samples made with it….SOLD – the bundle will be coming to Randall Lane and just look at the detail….plus you get 10% off.
When I was in Hartford at the OnStage event I saw some crazy…amazing….samples of this bundle. I will try to edit them and share them in a future post. Darn, I just wish that there were more hours in the day!I invite you to envision the detailed floral image….that in itself would be just stunning in very vanilla tone on tone…..or coloring some of the flowers with blends….WOOT-WOOT….fast and easy!
I am a BIG fan of fun foam as a solid LIFT for elements on a card but please do not be confused that I might not like stampin’ dimensionals…as OF COURSE I DO but to me, the foam adds a solid feeling, a substantial heavy/solid..card and that makes me smile! Where do you get fun foam?…..craft stores…Amazon….lots of places and I just get it in white and cut it to whatever I need!
Look at the simple elements….using the “basics” like the layering square framelits and the stitched shapes framelits I created a very clean and simple backdrop to this sweet card.I cut a square out of the DSP and yep, I will be able to use that pretty square on another card for the future.
I just love paper as let’s face it…it adds so much with truly a minimal cost. Again, it goes back to that feeling of a “solid’ card which in my opinion makes the whole process of creating and designing a joy! I added the fun foam underneath of this entire panel!
Now for a BIG SMILE….how about this beautiful envelope? I did not put any sentiment on the outside of the card…but I did stamp the sentiment of “kindness changes everything” on the inside (love that sentiment)….so I thought that this would be PERFECT to add interest for the Mailman and also the recipient! 🙂
I know…I know – it is ONE MORE STEP but trust me, it is well worth the time! I just beam when I get Happy Mail myself and someone has a beautiful envelope….please try it….you will get hooked and never let a card go out NAKED!
Whew….that’s it for you today! I was afraid I would forget how to blog!!!! I was so happy to share this with you today and darn, I wish that the photos made it look better….you’ll just have to trust my word! I adore clean and simple and it is even better when you can make something over and over again with different sentiments and different colors…..
Below is a sweet and funny picture for you! My sweet Dad and Rosie helping! Dad has been helping me with putting labels on envelopes and cutting ribbon for me to go around the Cardstock Swatches! I couldn’t fuss at Rosie as she was helping as well….even though she is NOT to be on the sofa!
Have a great day and I will be back soon…..enjoy the day and make someone SMILE!
Well, if you ask me – the card photographed just fine and dandy! It is so pretty and I love that DSP with the stamped image. And layers are my favorite. That envelope is perfection! This is totally a card I would make and would love to receive. It just oozes fun and color. I definitely would be smiling either making this or receiving one. Can you tell I really like it?
Hey YOU~…have you MISSED ME? One thing that is FOR SURE is…..I can tell you every color of paper that Stampin’ Up! has as I have been doing swatches until the cows come home…but the great news is….THEY ARE HOME and I am all caught up!
I am thrilled that you liked this card….this paper is just an over the top MUST HAVE!
Hello. I tried to click on the photo for swatches .. but didn’t work.
OH Susan, this is a beautiful card. I really do love the colors! You always make it look so, so easy. Your Dad is wonderful!
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Speaking of wonderful…that is YOU!!! This is such an easy card…but to me, carries some great punches!!! Hugs my friend….
First off…. oh my heck! ALL those cut out swatches. You really have been in the trenches!!
Second off….Love that card! This is one of my haves too as soon as I saw a sample of it in the new catalog (the sneak peek .pdf) but dang it took me a bit to figure out what set/bundle it was. I don’t do well with non-paper. Anywho…. if the tracking numbers do not lie that will be at my house before 8 pm today.
Third off…. just in case you mistook me for someone whose feces is collated (has their $hite together), the box of catalogs arrived first and there it sat while I pouted and waited for my box of goodies to come so I could finally see the paper catalog….. now wait a minute! I have 8 catalogs right there!!! How dumb is that?! BTW, Hubby had to point that out to me.
Fourth off… yes I am a danger to myself and others, why do you ask???
Love your third comment!??
YOU ALWAYS make me laugh! I keep forgetting…Ramsey and I are coming to your state in October……now THIS would be fun….Susan, Ramsey and the PRINCESS together!
I had no idea so many people would want the swatches but on the other hand….they are just THE BEST!
Take a deep breath…the pictures are not the best in the catalog but they at least give us a glimpse…..it is so hard to capture them in a picture….not we have to wait!
I think I need to meet your husband….
Judy I can’t wait to tell my husband about the “feces is collated” and it’s meaning! He will adore this…
Well…..what did Mike say? I am glad that the 2 of you live in opposite states…….as together you would rule!
Susan, what a sweet little card, I love the colors! Also love the photo of Rosie and your dad. I can’t decide who is cuter, Rosie or dad. ?
Awe Pat….you made me smile….my Dad is awful cute isn’t he!!!
This card is adorable as well as the envelope (w/that sweetie sentiment on the front ) I think this set will be like Swirly Bird with all the possible 0ptions . I plan to get this and the cute dsp . BTW….I forgot that I have that FUN FOAM (giggle)
Love your helper(s). I am surprised Milo isn`t in on the activities . My doxy was so nosey and had to be included in on everything
Glad you stopped to update us . We missed you !
You are soooooo right – this will be one of those stamps that the ideas are ENDLESS!!! I knew the minute I saw it….it was coming to Randall Lane!
Milo was probably sleeping on the job…..I am tellin’ you….that boy loves to sleep!
I am excited to play and just create with this set – it is just that DARN TIME thing…..Calgon, take me away! xoxox
I think this sweet card will make everyone smile. Love the stamp, the paper, the design. It is super cute. Can’t wait for the new catalog.
You will be happy…..Your catalog will be there by the end of the week – BLOG OFF SOME “me time”
Beautiful card and beautiful papa! ??❤️
RIGHT….This paper is the BEST! I just adore the boldness of color and the designs are equally as stellar to be a fantastic focal point…..I think we have a winner with this one!
Beautiful card and fantastic envelope! Love that you were able to spend some time with your dad as you worked together to get the card stock swatches pulled together.
Thank You. I was happy with the envelope as well and why not….I had everything already out….why not stamp it again! Dad and I had fun together….he is coming over today for another round of fun!
Beautiful and simple card.mthe pictures look great. I must make one like this card send it off to my sister, she loves yellow.
YEAH – another YELLOW LOVER….Yellow is an instant smile maker…..please make her this and make her day!
Such a beautiful Spring card.
How are you coming with the swatches are you all most ready to start shipping some?
Thanks….it is a fun and oh so simple card. YES, the swatches that have been paid for have been shipped! I know that you are going to LOVE THEM!
Such a fun card for spring. The stitched framelits always add a little something! I bet your dad was happy to help.
Hello my friend…we need to chat about your weekend of fun! Thanks for the comment – Dad and I did have fun….now I am never going to make him a stamper but I will take any help I can get! HUGS!
Beautiful card! The picture of your dad and your puppy are so nice! How do you put that cardstock on the flap of the envelope? Thank you!