Halloween Tags

 What do you do with your leftover Halloween tags? I use mine on a card. This trio of tags is stamped and die cut together. They can be attached to a treat for someone or added to a card. 

Stamps:

   Tags Tags Tags

Paper:

   Pumpkin Pie A-2

   Halloween Night DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Black Glitter Paper 2-1/4" Circle (3)

   Whisper White 2-1/2 x 4-3/4, 5-1/4 x 4 

Ink:

   Archival Basic Black

Marker:

   Pumpkin Pie

Technique:

   Die Cutting

   Punching

Accessories:

   Trio of Tags Dies

   2-1/4" Circle Punch

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

I attached the tags with dimensionals. This way the recipient can remove the tags and use them if they wish.  

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Patina Hugs

 This technique offers a masculine look and feel to a card. I say this only because patina is the greenish or brownish tint on metal caused by oxidation over time. Although most things are no longer gender specific, I still associate metal with men. I'm not even sure why because I have handled plenty of tire irons in my day. Anyway, I do like this background displaying a faux patina technique. What do you think?

Stamps:

   So Sentimental

Paper:

   Marina Mist A-2

   Always Artichoke 5-3/8 x 4-1/8

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (2), 2-1/4 x 2

Ink:

   Crumb Cake

   Marina Mist

   Always Artichoke

   Early Espresso

   Merry Merlot

Technique:

   Faux Patina

   Sponging

   Die Cuttting

Accessories:

   Stitched So Sweetly Dies

   Swirls & Curls Textured Embossing Folder

   Metallic Pearls

   Sponge

   Gold Embossing Powder

   VersaMark

   Embossing Buddy

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

There is a tutorial for the Faux Patina technique. You can find it HERE.

I did use this technique exactly as directed. I even used the same colors that were suggested. 

The die cutting and sponging were done on the tag.

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Back in the Day

 Generation gaps will always exist. Our parents never understood us, and we have a difficult time understanding our children. We try to be the cool grandparents, but that gap is the widest of all. Not only do we not get the music, language, and fashion, but the technology is way out of our league. Still, some ideas and images can be timeless.

Stamps:

   Custom Tee

   Designer Tee

   Tie Dyed

Paper:

   Gorgeous Grape A-2

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)

   Bermuda Bay 2-1/4" Sq. (2)

Ink:

   Gorgeous Grape

   Bermuda Bay

   Pacific Point

Technique:

   Die Cutting

   2-Step Stamping

   3-Step Stamping

Accessories:

   T-Shirt Builder Framelits Dies

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

These three stamp sets are so much fun. You can choose to create a masculine card or one filled with bright, fun colors. The T-Shirt Builder Framelits Dies save you quite a bit of time. It is definitely easier to run the images through a die cutting machine, than to fussy cut each one. 

The 2-Step stamping is used on the t-shirt and then the wording for the t-shirt. The 3-Step stamping is used on the background spiral and hearts.

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Blushing Blossoms

 I remember a time when hatpins were very popular. Eventually, we began to use them on our cards as embellishments. We adorned them with beads and pearls and attached them to the other elements on our cards or stuck them directly on the card front. The recipient could then remove the hatpin and wear it or leave it on the card. 

Stamps:

   Mixed Bunch

Paper:

   Pear Pizzazz A-2

   Whisper White 3-1/4" Sq. (2), 5-1/4 x 4

Ink:

   Blushing Bride Re-inker

   Rococo Rose

Technique:

   Punching

   Dyeing Fabric Flowers

Accessories:

   Pretties Kit

   Blossom Punch

   Adhesive

The fabric flowers along with the hatpin are from the Pretties Kit. This has been discontinued, but I still have some in my stash that I need to use. All of the flowers in the kit are white. So, I added a few drops of Blushing Bride Re-inker in a container. I added some water and then soaked the white fabric flowers to dye them pink. I set them off on a paper towel to dry. 

I then stamped and punched out the blossoms from the Mixed Bunch stamp set, using Rococo Rose and the Blossom Punch.

I broke up the card fibers with my bone folder and attached the blossom layers using Clear Rhinestone Brads. The hatpin is also directly attached to the card front.

The three pieces can easily be removed from the card base and worn as pins on a blouse, or lapel. These make a nice gift to send to someone too.

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Resisting Hello

 When it comes to card making, it is easier to add than to delete. I can easily add more bling or embellishments to a card before sending it, especially if the recipient enjoys these extras. For example, I can easily add rhinestones, pearls, ribbons, bows, buttons, or other elements to this clean and simple card. I can also leave it as is for a more masculine look and feel. Thoughts?

Stamps:

   None

Paper:

   Shaded Spruce A-2

   Granny Apple Green 5-1/4 x 4

   Irresistibly Yours DSP 5 x 3-3/4

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

   Basic Black 3-1/2 x 1-3/4

Ink:

   Coastal Cabana

Technique:

   Die Cutting

   Watercolor Wash

   Emboss Resist (DSP)

Accessories:

   Hello You Thinlits Dies

   Fine Tip Glue Pen

   Adhesive

Adding embellishments to a card is easily done, but if you decide to remove one, you will more than likely tear or leave a mark on your card. 

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Congratulations To You

 Wreath stamping is a technique used to create your own wreath using any small to medium sized stamp. I used a stamp from Painted Seasons and realized that this stamp was a bit too big for the wreath. I tried to create a more circular pattern, but the leaves only boxed it all in more. Oh well, I still think it is a pretty card. What do you think?

Stamps:

   Friendly Expressions

   Painted Seasons

Paper:

   Crumb Cake A-2

   Tranquil Tide 4-1/8" Sq.

   Whisper White 4" Sq., 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Blackberry Bliss

   Crumb Cake

   Tranquil Tide

Technique:

   Wreath Stamping

Accessories:

   Stamparatus/MISTI

   Adhesive

There is a tutorial for this technique at SplitCoastStampers (SCS). You can find it HERE.

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Rococo Wreath

 Wreath stamping is a technique used to create your own wreath using any small to medium sized stamp. I learned this technique through SplitCoastStampers (SCS). You can find a tutorial HERE. 

Stamps:

   Perfectly Wrapped

Paper:

   Rococo Rose A-2

   Bumblebee 4-1/8" Sq.

   Whisper White 4" Sq., 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Rococo Rose

   Lovely Lipstick

   Bumblebee

Technique:

   Wreath Stamping

Accessories:

   2020-2022 Enamel Dots

   Basic Pearl Jewels

   Adhesive

   Stamparatus/MISTI

I followed the tutorial from SCS for the wreath. I used the same colors for the cardstock to match the ink.

These two stamps worked really well together to form a wreath. Not all stamps work for this technique. 

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Plaid Christmas

 I like to make Christmas cards all year long. I think I own more Christmas stamps, dies, embellishments and designer paper than any other holiday. I hate to admit it, but you could probably add up all of the other holidays and Christmas would still lead the way. I did not even add a sentiment or greeting to this one:

Stamps:

   Peaceful Wreath

Paper:

   Crumb Cake A-2

   Warmth & Cheer DSP 5-1/4 x 4

   Whisper White 3-1/2" Sq.

   Crushed Curry 2" Sq., 1" Sq.

Ink:

   Merry Merlot

Markers:

   Cherry Cobbler

   Crumb Cake

   Garden Green

Technique:

   Die Cutting

Accessories:

   Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies

   Adhesive

I associate this card with Christmas because the wreath is made of holly and the traditional red and green colors are used. Still, without the actual Merry Christmas greeting on it, you can actually use it anytime during the winter season to express just about anything: hello, friendship, get well, sympathy, birthday, congratulations, etc. Its true purpose will be determined by what you write on the inside.

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The Road

 Travel has been placed on the back burner since the COVID-19 virus began to spread. Still, there are those that must travel regardless of circumstances. Mostly everyone is taking the proper precautions to stay healthy. Not traveling and missing my loved ones who live far away, my brain took me here:

Stamps:

   Summer Days

   Adventure Awaits

Paper:

   Merry Merlot A-2

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)

Ink:

   Merry Merlot

   Summer Sun

Watercolor Pencils:

   Old Olive

   Garden Green

   Granny Apple Green

   Basic Gray

   Early Espresso

Technique:

   Sponging

Accessories:

   Sponge

   Blender Pen

   Adhesive

I stamped my image from the Summer Days stamp set and colored it with my watercolor pencils. I then used a blender pen to blend and enrich the colors.

Next, I sponged my sky with Summer Sun. My sunshine is spotty on purpose. I didn't want too much sun, but I also didn't want a white sky.

I then stamped a sentiment from the Adventure Awaits stamp set. I think it fit with the image.

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Misty Thanks

 Here is a design that will use up those leftover 1/4" strips of cardstock or designer series paper. I do not like to throw anything that may be usable in the future. So, when I cut up my printed paper, I usually end up with a few strips that were not used. This particular layout will allow you to take those strips out and use them to create a geometrical design on your card. Thoughts?

Stamps:

   Itty Bitty Greetings

Paper:

   Melon Mambo A-2

   Granny Apple Green 1/4" Strips

   Blushing Bride 1/2 x 2-1/2

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (Inside)

Ink:

   Marina Mist

Technique:

   Punching

Accessories:

   Lovely Labels Pick a Punch

   Basic Pearl Jewels

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

I used liquid adhesive to attach my strips to the card base because liquid glue allows you a few seconds to adjust your paper before it adheres permanently. 

Once all of my strips were attached, I stamped and punched out my sentiment. I attached it using dimensionals.

I then added a couple of pearls and adhered the other Whisper White panel to the inside.

Note that the possibilities of the strips is endless. You can use washi tape, ribbon, other sizes of strips, various widths, etc. Remember, you can be as creative and wild as you want. Add embellishments, stamps, designs in the windows created by the strips...have fun!

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The Best Ever

 It is very easy to create your own background with your stamps. Choose one or two stamps and colors, and then randomly stamp them as a background for your focal image or sentiment. Use the same colors for your card base, embellishments, and panels. What do you think of this one?

Stamps:

   All Adorned

Paper:

   Melon Mambo A-2

   Whisper White 5-1/4 x 4 (2)

   Calypso Coral 2-1/2" Sq.

   Daffodil Delight 2-1/4" Sq.

Ink:

   Daffodil Delight

   Melon Mambo

   Calypso Coral

Technique:

   Die Cutting

Accessories:

   Layering Circles Framelits Dies

   Brights Candy Dots

   Dimensionals

   Adhesive

I accidentally dropped my stamp. This is why one of the images looks blurry. I also hurried and did not press hard enough to get a good impression on one of the stamps. You can see these as mistakes for not being careful and in a hurry, or see them as the imperfections that make this card unique. 

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