I have a fun little post for you today – and I am calling it a …
SHOP YOUR STASH CARD
Are you saying WHAT?
Let me explain….You will see that I am using a bunch of different stamps today , something I usually do not do but in the end…it was FUN!
Last Friday I had a call from my oldest PEEP, Will…..saying that he had a bike accident coming home from work. Will lives in Boston and bikes to and from work, as he is a Montessori Teacher to children 6 – 9 years of age. He is SUPER athletic and riding his bike is his form of transportation….and has done for years!
As a Mom (even though he is 31 years old) I worry about this but this is how he rolls and this is the first (and hopefully the last) accident he has. He is fine but honestly it did shake him up…and trust me, I get it as you do get “shook up” I wanted to send him a fun card that will make him smile and think of his good old Mom and Dad…and YEP, this sweet card will do the trick!
All of the products that I am using today are in the Annual Catalog and always remember that at the end of the post you will see the line up for products used. This was really FUN to go on a “search…hunt and rescue” looking for stamps from here and there to make this sweet card!
The inspiration for this card came from a dear friend and also a SUD, Ramsey Alexander. Ramsey sent the below card to me last year for my Birthday! Ramsey knows all about my sweet swine Daisy-Mae and the minute I saw it….well, my heart skipped a beat! I keep it in my “fun area” so when I need a smile or a quick pick- me- up…..all I need to do is look at it and my worries are over!
So now are you gettin’ it…is the picture becoming clearer to you?
This is how my simple mind rolled when I created this card 🙂 ….I invite you to take the time to read my thoughts and then I hope that you can see how you can ask yourself when you create questions to allow you to stretch what you have!
- Needed a card for a peep – A PIG will make him smile and think of HOME……Stamp set used – This Little Piggy
- Accident on a Bike – EASY….this pick was a no-brainer plus Will also loves dogs and actually is a Dog Walker in Boston so the dog on the back is perfect!!!!….Stamp and Dies used – Bike Ride Stamp and Matching Framelits
- Perfect Sentiment – Well….this is where I had to be creative and SEARCH….the outside sentiment of “Life is Messy” was a good one as this hiccup of an accident seemed like that would be a good fit! (and truth of an honest stamper…..you see how it is on a strip and popped up?….well yep, I made a boo-boo and stamped it on the card CROOKED after I had my friends on their bike!!!!)….Stamp set used…Pretty Kitty
- INSIDE SENTIMENT – This is one of those “mom ones” that will make his heart melt……it says…“I’ll be your up when you are feeling down”….I admit, I was pretty happy with that find!…Stamp set used – Bella and Friends
The reason that I took the time to break this down for you is simple…
SHOP YOUR STASH…
It is not only fun…but it becomes quite the game when you just set out to look for what you can use that you already have! Remember stampers…..we live in a creative world….anything will go for a card but the one thing that is present on every card and project that you made is….
Something HANDMADE from YOUR heart will bring the smile on to others!
Below are the sweet stamps that my sentiments came from. These are great stamps as they lend themselves to super simple coloring….the design work of the images is just great.
The other thing that I liked about these sets….the fonts are the same!
After Stamping all of the images and cutting them out….I used the Blends for the Pig, Dog and Flowers and the “bike” elements were just a straight forward stamp! I did nothing fancy at all…the alcohol markers do the trick for you…they are just a dream to work with!
I am just NUTS over the Blueberry Bushel color and I knew that the Bike paper from the Best Route DSP would be also PERFECT! I think that this DSP is TOTALLY OVERLOOKED in the catalog as I just adore the flip sides of the busy patterns for creating with. This is another reason why taking part in a product share is great to do….as you know – you will be able to get a little of the offerings with not purchasing the entire pack!
Here is a great overall image of the card – what I want you to look at is just the simplicity and clean lines of the card….true…one might say….you should have grounded him with a road….but the reality of it is….IT IS JUST A CARD…..and trust me, whomever is lucky enough to get a handmade card in the mail will never…..ever…..say – why did she do that!
Can you see that I scored around the White Panel and then matted that on Black? Now THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE WILL NOTICE….the workmanship of your work! I would much rather see you all take the time to create with a purpose than just keep buying stamps and thinking….if I buy….I will become great!
HA!!!! Trust me….I have SOOOOOOOO many stamps…..from Stampin’ Up! and also from other companies….but one thing for sure is…I purchase my stamps with a specific purpose….I only purchase what I like and what is true to my style!
The thing that I do not have control of is…. TIME – Darn, I wish that I could FREEZE LIFE every so often and just stamp and create!!! I just can do what I can do!
Well…there you go….a card that will clearly make Will smile and I hope he takes it to his class to show his little students…..they think it is FUNNY that Mr. Will’s Mom and Dad have a pet pig….and even though Will is not a fan of Daisy….he knows deep down that I love her!
So the moral of this fun post is…..even though we are adults….we still need reminders to put our thinking caps on……I encourage you to try it…SHOP YOUR STASH and have FUN!
What an adorable card….your son will love it! So glad he is ok….no matter how old, we always worry about our babies❤️
I love it, Susan! I’m a big fan of creating cards that have very personal images and messages to the receiver and this one is just so perfect for Will. Great job “shopping your stash!”
I love your card. It can be a challenge locating just the right words for the situation. Images too, those you chose were perfect, and all current ta boot! Amazing. When I’m looking for a materials for a certain card, I’m sometimes surprised by what I finally end up with. Not the words or the image that I started with in my mind, but it’s perfect none the less, and so different than a purchased card would ever be. It’s the creative part…and great fun to make and share. Thanks for sharing your card with us. Oh and hey…I forgot you had a pig. That’s one lucky pig.
Glad Will is ok. This adorable card will make him smile!!
What can I say…”I LOVE it”! And I mean that I love everything about this whole post, except the fact that Will had an accident. I’m glad he’s OK. This card is such a great example of super creativity. Most times we already have everything we need to make a terrific card, it just requires a little ingenuity. Although, that doesn’t mean that we can’t buy the next great set that comes along, right? LOL! Hugs!
This is the cutest card, Susan, for Will. It is fun to “shop your stash” and find different elements in different stamp sets. He will love it. I’m so glad he is okay. Love the sentiments you used as well. Enjoy your day!
Great concept to ‘Shop Your Stash’! Cute card—very creative! Thanks for the inspiration!
Oh yes, I have these stamps & DSP too – from your product share. Yahoo! And I’m going to CASE your cute card. I love, love. love it!! I always look forward to your posts; lovely cards AND great stories, too.
This is an adorable card and most of all it is the sweetest and most thoughtful ever. I would expect nothing less with your skills and knowing how much your kids mean but this just makes my heart swell. I hope Will is improving each day and feeling better asap. You are one very special gal!
Hi Susan, This is why I love making cards . . . you can personalize them to the exact person.
I hope Will is feeling better soon.
Have a blessed day.
🙂
Love it! And so will Will. Get well thoughts and prayers to him.
Yeah, card making is a powerful thing! We may not be able to take away someone’s pain, but we can make them SMILE for a few moments and that’s a good thing.
Ahhh so cute and sweet. Glad he is ok. The card is a definite smile maker. Shopping your stash, fun idea. I can not seem to find everything to put them altogether but that is ok. Bonus for me, black tissue paper in the PP kit will go in Mike’s b-day gift bag for black and gold Iowa Hawkeyes. Speaking of smiles, I am on a mission to make some of my friends smile….’nuff said.
I agree with everyone that the pig is darn cute. You can’t help but smile. I try to remember to shop my stamp sets from my Paper Pumpkin sets too. They can often have just the needed touch to complete the project. So glad your son’s accident was a minor bump in the road.
Oh my ! Bike accidents are not fun . Glad to know he escaped without any major woes .So sorry !
I try to use older stamp sets that I purposely bought for certain seasons or events . BUT ….I do not use way enough of my regular STASH and I have quite a lot !( I do hoard Lawn Fawn because they are so cute ,but shhhhhh…..)
Your card is really a giggle . I am sure it will promote a warm and fuzzy feeling ! Cute ! Thanks for the poke to USE MY STUFF !
This was a great post, Susan!
First of all, I am sorry for Will’s accident but glad he was ok in the end. I am sure he will enjoy this card! You have just reminded me that I love that pig stamp. My sister used to have a pot belly pig so it carries meaning for me as well. You also remind me of all of the stamps I have and should be using. Like I said, what a great post 🙂
What a fun card! And a great idea to look through our stash to see what we may have forgotten about. Thanks for the inspiration.
Oh my gawd! This card is too much fun! I quit bike riding, people asked why and my answer is: It is all fun and games until someone loses a gall bladder. Yeah, my accident was a bit more than a hiccup.
I’m not in the mood to shop my stash…. in fact, setting fire to my stash is more my current mode. I’m having stamping difficulties, nothing is coming together for me. Hopefully tonight I’ll have better luck than the last two evenings.
Hi Susan. Love the card, and you’re right – “shop your stash” is a great idea. I’ve been doing that recently and am amazed at the things I’ve uncovered that I forgot I had. Wishes to Will for a speedy recovery.
susan: This is a hoot. You got it right- your son will love the card & definitely share with his kids.
When I get a new stamp set, I immediately pull out the PICTURED label on the container & photo copy it. I have a 3 ring binder, which I keep all my stampin up stamp sets in this binder, with dividers for each category. Big help when I need a certain stamp or sentiment. Hope Will does not have too many bumps-speedy recovery.
Susan
Once again you out did yourself. What an awesome card! How did pick the stamp sets out? Do you have a list or you go through each one and look. I have tons of stamp sets and I am thinking about making photocopies of the sets putting in a book and choosing my sets that way! So glad Will is okay. He is in my thoughts and prayers. Let us know what he thinks of your card. You always do awesome work. There has never been a card I didn’t like and most of all, I look forward to your stories. You are excellent at that also
Inky hugs,
Terry~~
So glad your son Will is OK. Thank you for sharing the reasons/meaning for each part of your card. I loved the card when I first saw it, now I love it more for all the meaning and love that it bears.
love your putting the pig on the bicycle…made me giggle
I love this card?!!!
Susan, your card is just perfect for Will! I hope he is doing fine! THis will definitely cheer him up! There is so much to love about stamping and creating cards but the way we can personalize each one and bring a smile to someone’s face is just a win! WIN!
THanks for sharing all that you do!