The Pals Paper Art Challenge is back this week and it is a color challenge! I confess ~ I had such a hard time with this one as all my mind kept think about was "fall cards" and then I finally walked away and when I came back to work…my Mojo was going!
Here is the palette of colors and I hope that you not only see what the other team designers came up with, I hope that you play along too! I know that there is so much incredible talent out there…please consider playing – if you need help uploading a picture, please email me and I will be happy to help you!
I know that I have said this before in past blog postings, but I feel like we cannot forget the Annual Catalog and when I had my “mental block” I thought….go to the annual catalog and take look!
For those of you that like clean and simple…than this post is for you! This layout could be adapted with many other sentiments like….Way to go ~ Happy Birthday etc… It is amazing that these simple little banners can create something so festive.
This stamp set, Banner Banter comes as a bundle….true you could easily snip out these banners but a punch makes it so much faster and remember, you’ll save an instant 15%!
Today I stamped the banners on white paper with the respected inks but it is also great to stamp on the same color of card-stock and the same ink – a totally different feel!
Here you go with the dimensions and some tips and tricks for you to make this card yourself.
The base is the whisper white note card and I know…I know – there are many of you that do not like this size and I need to say….”I do not get it?” it is a SUPER-DE-DUPER product and not only is it super affordable (20 note cards and matching envelopes of $6.00) the weight of the paper is just like the thick white card stock….
The white layer is just a “smidge” smaller, (4 7/8” X 3 3/8”)
To create the banner string….(I cheat a bit) ~ it is so simple, I simply adhere the white bakers twine around the mat (not worrying about it is it perfect at all) and then I used stampin’ dimensionals on the different banners to fill it in!
For the ends ~ easy-peasy….just take a piece of bakers twine (3 of them) just long enough that you can make it in a knot and then glue dot it in place!
The sentiment is from the Bravo Photopolymer Stamp Set and because you can see through it, a clean and easy stamp every time ! (Don’t you adore this font)
On the “plain Jane Chocolate Chip banners”, I jazzed them up with some simple stitchin’ with my old faithful, the white gel pen and then added the other old faithful, the itty bitty punches!
What’s not to love than fun polka dots to line an envelope? This is from the super popular Designer Series Paper Stack in the Subtles Collection
Well as the saying goes…that’s all folks, one fun, clean & simple card that I am sure anyone would love to see in their mailbox! That is simply the BEST feeling in the world to open your mailbox and see a familiar handwriting and a handmade card….The card and sentiment would be a great one to keep on hand and you could have fun with a huge array of different color schemes….for those "just in case times".
Please pop over to the Pals Paper Art Site and see the fun that is going on and then I hope that you are able to carve some time out to create a project using these 3 colors!
Feel free to email me and I hope that this simple card makes you see that SIMPLE WORKS! Now go have a GREAT DAY!
Good "Hump Day" to you! Today's card is right up my alley with my love for horses! It goes even further today as in keeping with yesterdays post of "sharinghandmade goodness", this card is for a very special young lady that goes to Brown and had just finished up a stellar horse show year!
Because she was not at college for Halloween, I decided to make her this sweet card with a care package saying a big WOOT-WOOT to her!
You have heard me say 100 x's that i have no clue of what is "the right or wrong way"to watercolor, I simply do what makes me smile and this card makes me smile! Just give it a try !
This is a simple A-2 Vertical card and then the dimensions of the Watercolor Paper is 3 1/2" X 4 1/2". I just adore this new Black Ink…as it is permanent and perfect for watercoloring! The other (2) colors that I used for matting are Pacific Point and Marina Mist and believe it or not, they are the same size.3 5/8" X 4 5/8". Because they are "tilted" they appear to be different sizes but they are not!
When the annual catalog came out, I knew that Barnyard Babies would be coming to Randall Lane. The horse….the pig…say no more! It is just so darn cute and when you think out of the box, it can be a great stamp set for all ages!
All I can say is just "go to town" with the aqua painters! One day I should attempt a video but truly I just go for it! Remember, it is better to go light and add color than go to dark…."less is best" and then after it dries, you can go back over and add more coloring! (that's what I did for the clouds)
The little piece of cotton ribbon was the perfect touch….and then the bow….what can I say – an instant smile of the finished touch! When you look at this card, it is super simple yet is super fun. Trust me, I think Victoria will keep it with many amazing memories he has has.
I am THRILLED that so many of you are "on board" with the Handmade Kindness…..my heart was filled with joy with your comments and emails that I received yesterday. I also received many pictures of cards that you have made and I can hear through your emails that you are equally as excited!
Please feel free to email me, and I hope that you will pop back tomorrow….I have a great card that takes literally minutes to make but carries a HUGE punch!
I have something very special for you today!(well, I think that it will not only bring a smile to your face, but itwill also bring joy to your heart). I hope that you grab a cup of coffee and find some "me time" to just watch this very short video. (less that 2 minutes….you'll be happy you did!)
I am so passionate about making a difference by little gestures as I think that our world is always so caught up in forgetting the "simple things in life" I totally believe that even a simple smile to someone as you pass them can bring a bit of joy to both of you…
With blogging, I have the opportunity to share a bit of "me" within my posts, true I am a Stampin' Up! Demonstrator and I adore to share with you our wonderful products that I adore! My real passion and gratitude comes from the people I touch and also the people that touch my heart!
In a million years, I would have never thought that a company like stampin' up! and the people I have met along this fun journey would have brought so much joy and fulfillment to me.
I have challenged my downline and I also challenge YOU to share your handmade kindness….this comes in many different forms (it could be cards, scrapbooking, baking etc) To me with being the month of November….it is a month of Thanksgiving ~ a month to reflect and truly be thankful for all we have been given!
This is a super simple card that I know you could easily make….if you do not have the exact supplies…..no worries, just work with what you have – it truly doesn't matter as what matters is that YOU did something to make someones day!
Isn't this a fun card and oh so sweet. The heart is from the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Die and I simply cut out the heart from the Navy base and then cut one out in Real Red.
Putting the two together and using the Tear n Tape makes it super easy to "hold tight" and then a run through Mr. Big Shot with the Happy Heart Embossing folder made the focal part shine!
OOPS! Silly Susan, I forgot to put in the scrolling store where the sentiment came from. It is from one of my "keepers of all keepers" single stamps! – Vivid Vases, I simple masked off the vases just to get the sentiment! I cannot tell you how much I have used this stamp set….just love it!
Well I hope that this post has truly touched your heart and has made you stop and think – I can do this…I can make a difference as I know you can, actually no doubt in my mind!
I adore everything about Jennifer McQuire and I say KUDOS to her for spear heading this awareness….
Do you know where this card is going? It is going right to my "local post office" with some cookies to thank them for helping me every time I walk through the door. (They have actually learned many of your addresses) because face it, I could not do what I do with my Stampin' up business without their help!
Card #1 DONE….already have Card #2 out and ready to write in. Please do not underestimate the power of YOU….as YOU make a difference!
Please feel free to leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts on Handmade Kindness! Have a super day and it's TUESDAY so that means new weekly deals...please click here to see the offerings …..do you have a favorite?
Mine is the Flower Medallion Punch (as whenever there is a punch on sale…DONE DEAL as Stampin' Ups!punches are the best on the market) but the Old Olive Bakers Twine is a must have – You can see that on todays card that the bakers twine makes a difference….if you can, I would always have a stash of all colors to have on hand,
Let's all have a great day and I hope that you challenge yourself to Share Handmade Kindness!
It is truly hard to believe that it is November 2nd! Did you remember to turn your clocks back? John and I walk around for probably 2-3 days saying "It's 6 o'clock but is was 7 o'clock"….it is funny how something so basic like one hour can throw us off! This one is so much easier than in Spring!
Every month I offer an incentive to you for placing an order with me on my online store! I also offer a rewards program that you can work towards to earn free stamps from me! Because of my love for dogs I call it Paws Rewards and here is the scoop ~ Paw Prints Rewards Info to see the guidelines.
Here is a chart for you to track your Paw Print Rewards Tracking Sheet and if you have any questions, please feel free to email me and I will be happy to answer your questions!
If you place an order of $35.00 or more (before shipping and taxes) I will send you this super cute Curvy Keepsake Thanksgiving Theme Box as a thank you! (if your order is after November 15th, I will send you a Christmas Theme one and I will blog about that next Monday for you)
If you place an order of $75.00 or more this month- I will send you both.…the FUN box and also the Silicone Craft Mat!
Please use the hostess code of 4JUNK3R7 to take advantage of this offer!
I think that you will agree that this little "Thanksgiving Fun" will bring a smile to your face and you can see 1st hand how easy, festive and fun this die can be! Today I have it filled with M & M's but the ideas are endless that you could put in it.
I used the Very Vintage Leaves Bundle to decorate this Curvy Box. Please pop back next Monday and I will show you another "Curvy Box" for those of you that place and order after November 15th ~ I'll switch it to a Christmas one and I know that you will smile with that one as well!
Remember, if you order is over $35.00, I will send you this and if your order is $75.00 or more I will send you BOTH!! You know what I will say….there is a WOOT-WOOT coming!
If your order is over $150.00, there is no need to put the hostess code as you will earn FREE STAMPIN'REWARDS but no worries, I will still send you your goodies!
Again, here is this months Hostess Code ~ 4JUNK3R7
Below is our dear Eddie……he has been doing sooooo well but for the past 3 days, he is back to not eating. He is drinking out of his "water bucket" and still perks up when he sees a ball….but is will not eat a thing. Please keep him (and us) in your thoughts…..(he is very comfortable and loves being by the fireplace)
Here is a great quote to start this wonderful week off! Enjoy the day, make a difference! Please feel free to email me if you have any questions! I hope that you like this curvy box, they are super fun to make and are guaranteed to have a smile!
Here you go….same card as yesterday with just a couple of minimal changes! You might not catch them at first glance so I will help you out,…there are 4!
1 – I matted the focal DSP with Real Red.
2. – I matted the "cardinal" on a piece of scrap of Vanilla Coaster Board to give it a bit more stability and depth.I used the green glue, let it dry and then fussy cut at the same time, the cardinal and the coaster board.
3. – I added the thick bakers twine and a simple bow
4. – To the berries and also on the wings of the cardinal….I added some Dazzling Details – I realize that it is super hard to see in the pictures but this does add a great shimmer effect! (Trust me – I am not a huge BLING-BLING person, but this does add a great touch!
In the below picture you can get a glimpse of the Vanilla Coater Board ….you know that I adore that and I simply added the cut out cardinal to the coaster board…(adhered it with green glue) and then cut it out.
Here is a great tip…when you cut out an image like this…take your black marker and rub it against the edge as it finishes the total picture!
Time to have a chat about Blender pens….they are super easy to use. I know that many people prefer these over the Aqua Painters but in my opinion, they are two totally different items with different looks.
It is hard to see but I think using the blender pens did make a difference for a subtle look. The great thing about the blender pens is that you can reuse them time after time and this is the best way to get "THE FEEL" of watercoloring.
CONFESSION OF AN HONEST STAMPER: As I was typing this for the post, I looked at this and said to myself, I should have used the Real Red Envelope Paper to line the envelope!
WHY??? A couple of reasons, if you like this card and want to duplicate it (and this would be a great one tomake many of), you get (2) sheets of paper in the DSP pack and therefore you would be able to make 18 cards from (2) sheets of paper and then just used the real red envelope paper to line!
Here is my take for this week. I love this card. (as I said it does make me smile and think of my Mom) but I would make it like today…most likely without the bakers twine as I feel like it was too stark….definitely do the red mat of paper, and also change the liner to Real Red….see, I told you that I was honest!
I hope that you have enjoyed the past 2 days of post and I think that you can see that this stamp set is one that produces a fun but wow card and the best thing….IT IS SUPER EASY!
As I said yesterday, the word JOYFUL is all that is needed on the inside and whomever is lucky enough to receive it will smile, and be full of JOY = MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!
Below you will see the parade of products used for todays card….feel free to click on them to preview the product….it is a great way to see the product and all of the details etc….Thanks for popping in and please share the Simple Stampin' love with your family and friends….
My Mom was a special person and wow, do I miss her but one thing that she always said was "word of mouthis the best form of advertizement one could get".…so please share my blog and encourage your family and friends to get on the FUN TRAIN and get a dose of inspiration!
Until tomorrow…hopefully we can have Milos Birthday party and I will be sure to share some fun pictures!
