HHA (Happy Hump Day) to you all!
I have a cutie for you that is not only going to make you smile…it is going to get your creative juices flowing as the options are just endless! This is one of those kinda posts that I hope settles in with you as I think that these are just ADORABLE Notecards!
Let me share with you the “why’s and how’s” of how these cuties came about! Hopefully you know me well enough by now…there is always a method (or whys) to my crafting madness!
When I create and more importantly to me….when I share something with you on my blog…I do it for one reason…I LIKE IT….I guess this is one of those things that I like about being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator….I get to purchase just what I like and will use. The minute that I saw this bundle on my first flip through the catalog I knew that it would have a home on Randall Lane.
Being completely honest with you….when I saw that it was a bundle, I didn’t quite get how the framelits went with this very forgiving and quite whimsical stamp set. I just love this set…and the ideas are just simply ENDLESS….If you have not already done so…I would google and or go to Pinterest and see all of the amazing projects people have made using this gem of a stamp set.
I have shared with you in previous post that there are actually times that I do not buy a bundle…it is rare but there are times that when I know that I am simply not going to use a part of the bundle….I say why buy it? I thought pretty hard on this one but ultimately I did get it as a bundle as that triangular floral image is just stunning.
I did just what I said above to you – I googled it and saw amazing ideas that others made with it and YEP, it made me purchase the bundle. I will share with you in a future post the BEAUTIFUL card I made with this stunning framelit so the moral of this stampin’ story is…..BUY IT as a bundle!
Ok…onward as I have a ca-zillion things to do this afternoon and this is soooo ridiculously easy but it has such a practical and cute impact! This is how I roll….I needed a gift for a Bridal Shower and also for a dear friend that has been ill and asked me if I could just whip up something….HOW COULD I SAY NO????
That darn thing of TIME was once again on my shoulders and I went to my FUN AREA and….kept saying to myself…you can do it…you can do it…and POOF – I did it! Not only did I get my gift mission accomplished…I thought that they were so cute that I made up 20 more for myself as they are just too sweet!
There really is not much to tell you about making them….but you know me, I will share and I do hope that you come back on Friday as there will be a Part 2 to this post with my packaging and another….GREAT TIP!!! You know me, I love to share and I love to inspire!
Now I admit, I do not “get it” why there are some of you that do not embrace the love for the Note Cards & Envelopes? They are such an AMAZING bang for the buck (as the saying goes).…I ask you???….how in the world can you get 20 pre-cut and pre-scored bases in THICK cardstock with envelopes for just $6.50….let me answer this for you….you can and if I were you….I would CLICK HERE to get them in White and then CLICK HERE to get them in Very Vanilla!
These are just one of those Stampin’ Up! staples that you just have to have on hand. Now if it is the size that bugs you….o.k. – but really….this is a super size for a note (5″ X 3 1/2″) but if you insist to do it in an A-2 size…..go for it as we both know it will be beautiful!
There are those darn Basics that I blog about all of the time that made this a BREEZE to do. You will see that I am showing you (3) different color combinations but I thin that you can see that you can do whatever your heart desired. I made up (20) of eash color combination….yep – a total of 60 and it was a fun thing to do!
The Stamparatus made it a breeze as all I had to do was put the paper in….stamp….do all 60….the change to the next stamp…..put the paper in and stamp…..it goes super fast! A stamp positioning tool makes the process a delight to do. I feel SOOOOOOO strongly about a stamp positioner that honestly, if you do not have one….buy the Stamparatus.
Ir is a great tool. I have shared that I have had a MISTI for years as well as a Tim Holtz one….but truly, Stampin’ Up! nailed it with this beauty! It truly is unique with having a (2) door system…I am just very, very happy and also proud of the product!
At the end of the post you will see the list of inks that I used. I think that you will find it pretty easy to see which ones went where…etc but if not, please feel free to leave me a comment and I will clarify it for you!
Here is the SCOOP on how to make them. You will say, NOW EVEN I CAN DO THAT! Well, you know what I am going to say right back to you….OF COURSE YOU CAN DO IT! I am such a FIRM believer that we all can do whatever we want to achieve as long as we take the time to practice and also have the right tools to get the job done!
- Use the Notecards & Envelopes
- Cover the front panel of the notecard with a piece of cardstock (to coordinate with your color palette) to 3 1/2″ X 5″
- Cut a piece of Whisper White to 3 1/4″ X 4 3/4″
- Stamp the Whisper White piece to your liking
- After you have done all of the stamping….take this to your simple scored and score lines as you can see in the pictures…..THIS IS KEY TO ME…as trust me, it is that PERFECT ADDED TOUCH that we have been talking about lately!
- The envelope….same drill as usual BUT because the flap is narrower that our regular envelopes…..you can just make the DSP 5 1/2″ X 1 1/2″ under the 1/4″ strip of paper!
The reason that this is WOOT-WOOT…as you will be able to get (4) envelope flaps per (1) sheet of DSP…..I used the Garden Impressions Stack but then I also used the AMAZING Stacks from each of the color families! You know HOW I LOVE them and this is why I put them BACK ON my Product Share Offerings……as so many of you wanted them again (Add-On #2). It is a GREAT way to get all of these without having to buy them all!
Well…there you go! I hope that I have inspired you today and I also hope that you will come back on Friday to see how I packaged them! I just LOVE to package things up as let’s face it…that is what sets the tone…the 1st impression is how a gift is wrapped!
Enjoy the remainder of the day and I will see you on Friday!!!!
Easy and simple….that’s the way to do it! These cards are a perfect size to add to presents and just to tuck in for that sweet surprise putting a smile on the receiver’s face. Thanks for the reminder, Susan. Can’t wait for Friday. Hugs!
So clean and simple So Beautiful No for my question I have the set..still yet to be used but how do you get the two tones on the flower..sorry for my I should be able to figure this out question… but the set has all these little odds and end pieces..so assuming you used one of those>
Colleen, this is two step or three step stamping. So that is why there are so many odds and ends for stamps. You can stamp one set of the leaves in one color and the other leaves fill in when you stamp over it in another color. Same for the flowers. Susan, maybe you could do a quick video on this stamp set or refer Colleen to a good video? It looks more intimidating than it is once you take the time to play with the pieces. A good guide is to take your favorite colors and use Susan’s picture as a guide to place the pieces. You will be amazed that yours will look just like hers in no time!
Thank you, Chris..Now to find time to play!
Hi Susan, You certainly have push me to purchase the bundle. I’ve seen beautiful cards with the stamps but now I want the whole thing. Your cards are beautiful and I love the note card size. ?
These are darling. Your color choices are so fresh. I can honestly say I can’t pick a favorite. Looking forward to seeing what you do next with this set.
These are great cards, Susan. I love the variety of color combos you used. I do love the notecards. I have used them many different occasions and can write a quick note and get them out the door quickly. The extra touches of the scored lines with the sentiment in the middle is perfect. Have a great week!
Love Love Love them!
Such sweet cards Susan. I love the stamp set and your color choices. Must remember the card sets the next time I order. They ARE a great deal.
So cute !! I love this Bundle . It is one of my all time faves because there are cute flowers and sayings and the die cuts are beautiful !! I have had more fun with this set !
I like your variety of colors and you again pumped my inspiration into wanting to try more colors for these cute flowers .These are perfect for a gift ! Plus look at those “Susan” envies !!
Wonder what awaits us Friday ???
Can hardly wait for tomorrow to see how you packaged them. I just love these note cards. I went to use one yesterday to copy your idea and I was out of them! Both the white and vanilla ones but I did snap up three packs of the crumb cake ones before they retired. Oh, maybe I will try some darker colors like Rich Razzleberry or even Night of Navy etc. for a completely different look. I always forget to do the scoring and it adds so much. Maybe if I unearthed my score tool that would help as it has several things on top of it but I do know where it is. The envelopes are fantastic. I think I need to order some of the notecard packs – such a good buy like you said. See, my comment to Colleen, maybe you could make a video making one of these cards or point her to someone else’s video. Or, even step by step photos would work. I did not get the dies for this set so now you will need to enable me to get them. For now, I do love the stamp set.
Always playing catch up lately and just reading my mail! Being retired is hard work!
These cards are perfect! I can’t wait to order this bundle and whip up a bunch! I will order the notecards too as I am out. Thanks for the great work, Susan.