Monday, June 3, 2024

Spellbinders | June 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month

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A NEW month means NEW CLUB KITS over at Spellbinders! Today I'm sharing the NEW June 2024 Embossing Folder of the Month Club Kit. If you are not already a subscriber of the Embossing Folder of the Month Club, registration will open on June 6th and can be found HERE.
 
The NEW Embossing Folder of the Month is called, Summertime Waves (EOM-JUN24). For my card I paired it with the Whale In The Bottle (DOML-JUN23) and a sentiment from Sending Waves (GOM-JUN23).
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Embossed/Ink Blended Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Black Sentiment Strip: 2 1/8" x 1 1/4"
 
Steps to Create Card: 
  • Create White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Cut White Panel measuring: 3 3/4" x 5" and ink blend from bottom to top with Tranquil Teal, Turquoise Sea and Sea Glass ink. Add White Splatters. When panel is dry emboss with Summertime Waves (EOM-JUN24).
  • Die Cut Whale from Black and White card stock using Whale In The Bottle (DOML-JUN23).
  • Foil "Sending an Ocean of Thanks" with Opaque White Foil on Black card stock with Sending Waves (GOM-JUN23). This die set was recently retired. Trim sentiment to strip measuring: 2 1/8" x 1 1/4".
  • Assemble card (Embossed Panel, Sentiment & Whale are popped up with foam tape but this step is optional). 
  • Embellish with Clear Dew Drops
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June 2024 Club Kits 
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Creative Worship by Sweet 'N Sassy Stamps | Vintage Strawberry Seed Packet

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 Hello Sweet Friends!
 
Today I'm sharing a card featuring Creative Worship by Sweet 'N Sassy Stamps NEW Vintage Strawberry Seed Packet from the May2024 Release.
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Embossed Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Red Hot Rectangle Mat: 3 3/16" x 4 1/2"
White Stitched Rectangle: 3 1/16" x 4 3/8"
Red Hot Strip: 3 3/4" x2 3/8"
Green & White Stripe Pattern Paper Strip: 3 3/4" x 2 1/4"
Grass Green Scallop Border: 3 3/4" x 7/16"
Vellum Circle: 2 3/4"

Copic Markers Used:
Berries: R17, R24m R27
Stems: YG63, YG67
*also used White Posca Pen & Clear Sparkle Pen

Steps to Create Card:
  • Create White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Cut White Panel measuring: 3 3/4" x 5" and emboss panel with Puff Dotty 3D Embossing Folder.
  • Cut Red Hot Rectangle Mat measuring: 3 3/16" x 4 1/2".
  • Die Cut White Stitched Rectangle measuring: 3 1/16" x 4 3/8" using Stitched Rectangle Die Set.
  • Cut Red Hot Strip measuring: 3 3/4" x2 3/8".
  • Cut Green & White Stripe Pattern Paper Strip: 3 3/4" x 2 1/4".
  • Die Cut Vellum Circle measuring: 2 3/4" using Stitched Circles 2 Die Set.
  • Die Cut Grass Green scallop border using Scallop Border Die. Trim strip to measure: 3 3/4" x 7/16".
  • Stamp strawberry image from Vintage Strawberry Seed Packet stamp set on White card stock with Black alchol friendly ink and color with Copic Markers. See list above for the markers used. Die Cut out with coordinating die or fussy cut out.
  • On the White Stitched Panel you will stamp word images from Vintage Strawberry Seed Packet stamp set.
  • Assemble card. Note that you will wrap the ribbon around the strip panel and tie a bow.
  • Embellishments: Red Saddle Stitched Ribbon & Sparkling Clear Sequins.
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May 2024 Release
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Saturday, June 1, 2024

Spellbinders | June 2024 Stencil of the Month Club

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A NEW month means NEW CLUB KITS over at Spellbinders! Today I'm sharing the NEW June 2024 Stencil of the Month Club Kit. If you are not already a subscriber of the Stencil of the Month Club, registration will open on June 6th and can be found HERE.
 
The NEW Stencil of the Month is called, Summertime Graphics (SOM-JUN24). For my card sample I paired it with the NEW Summertime Vacay Large Die of the Month (DOM-JUN24) and a sentiment from the Summertime Sentiments Glimmer of the Month (GOM-JUN24) foiled with Satin Pewter/Satin Metallics Variety Pack (GLF-047).
 
Card Measurements: 
Heavy Weight White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Layering Weight White Stenciled Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Kraft Strip: 3 3/4" x 1 1/2"
Hammermill White Sentiment Strip: 2 3/4" x 7/16"
 
Steps to Create Card:
  • Create Heavy Weight White Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Take Layering Weight White A2 Panel measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" and use the Beach Ball Layering Stencils from Summertime Graphics (SOM-JUN24) with Sea Glass, Tranquil Teal and Wild Dandelion ink. Trim panel to measure: 3 3/4" x 5" using Precision Layering A2 A (S5-487)
  • Die Cut Kraft Sand Strip measuring:  3 3/4" x 1 1/2" using Summertime Vacay Large Die of the Month (DOM-JUN24).
  • Die Cut Chairs and Umbrella using Summertime Vacay Large Die of the Month (DOM-JUN24) with Kraft, Tranquil Teal, Turquoise Sea and Sea Glass card stock. Assemble pieces.
  • Foil "Hope Your Day Is As Relaxing As A Walk On The Beach" using Summertime Sentiments Glimmer of the Month (GOM-JUN24) on Hammermill card stock foiled with Satin Pewter/Satin Metallics Variety Pack (GLF-047).
  • Assemble Card.
  • Embellished with Shell embellishments from my stash.
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June 2024 Club Kits of the Month
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Color Hues Color Challenge #88 | Your Friendship Means the World

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It's time for us to share the next Hues of Color over at the Color Hues Challenge Blog! The colors that have been chosen for you to create with are Yellow and Blue for the next two weeks! We can't wait to see how you are inspired!
 
Here's my take...
 
My card features Spellbinders NEW Layered Anemone (S2-401) and Stitched Edge Circle Background (S5-634) from the Spotlight Frames and Florals Collection by Lisa Horton along with the Tiny Dots Embossing Folder (SES-051) and a sentiment from New Beginnings Timeless Sentiments (BP-186) foiled with Colbalt Blue Foil (GLF-020).

Card Measurements: 
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Embossed Panel: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2"
White Stitched Edge Circle: 3 3/8"
Whisper Zig Zag Circle: 3"
Whisper Sentiment Strip: 2 5/8" x 1"
 
Steps to Create Card:
  • Create White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Cut White A2 Panel measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2". Emboss with Tiny Dots Embossing Folder (SES-051)
  • Die Cut White Stitched Circle using Stitched Edge Circle Background (S5-634).
  • Die Cut Whisper Zig Zag Circle using Stitched Edge Circle Background (S5-634).
  • Die Cut White flowers using Layered Anemone (S2-401). Ink blend flower petals with Blue Denim and flower centers with Wild Dandelion and Prickly Pear ink 
  • Foil "Your Friendship Means the World" sentiment from New Beginnings Timeless Sentiments (BP-186) with Cobalt Blue Foil (GLF-020). Trim sentiment to a strip measuring: 2 5/8" x 1".
  • Assemble card.
  • Embellish with White Cord (SCS-259) and Yellow Enamel Dots
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Make sure to head over to the Color Hues Challenge blog to join the fun and see what my talented teammates have created to inspire you!
 
Happy Stamping!!

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Creative Worship by Sweet 'N Sassy Stamps | Planted in Faith + SALE

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 Happy Friday Sweet Friends!
 
Today I'm sharing a card featuring Creative Worship by Sweet 'N Sassy Stamps NEW Planted in Faith Stamp & Die Bundle from the May2024 Release along with the Grunge Dots Stencil.
 
Card Measurements:
White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
White Panel: 3 3/4" x 5"
Burlap Ribbon Strip: 4 1/2" x 2" (wrap around white panel and attach to the back)
Fresh Asparagus Banner: 1 1/2" x 4 3/8"
Kraft Circle: 2 3/4"
Fresh Asparagus Circle: 2 5/16"
White Stitched Circle: 2 1/4"

Copic Markers Used:
Plant: YG93, YG95, YG97
Pot: E23, E25, E27

Steps to Create Card:
  • Create White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Cut White Panel measuring: 3 3/4" x 5". Ink blend Grunge Dots Stencil with Asparagus ink. Next without inking your brush, ink blend around the edges. With the same ink add ink splatters (take ink pad direct to a stamp block or glass mat and add a drop or two of water).
  • Cut Fresh Asparagus Flag measuring: 1 1/2" x 4 3/8".
  • Die Cut Kraft Circle measuring: 2 3/4" using Circles Die Set.
  • Die Cut Fresh Asparagus Circle measuring: 2 5/16" using Circles Die Set.
  • Die Cut White Stitched Circle measuring: 2 1/4" using Stitched Circles 2 Die Set.
  • Stamp Plant Image using Planted In Faith Stamp & Die Bundle with Black ink. Color image (I used Copic Markers and you can find the colors used above). Die Cut with coordinating die or fussy cut out.
  • Stamp "Be Faithful in Prayer" sentiment from  Planted In Faith Stamp & Die Bundle on the lower right corner of white panel using Black ink.
  • Assemble Card.
  • Embellish with White Cord and Green Enamel Dots.
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*Also Used Floral Garden Burlap Ribbon (Dollar Tree)
 
Sweet 'N Sassy Stamps
May 2024 Release
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Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Gina K. Designs | May 2024 Release

 

The Gina K. Designs May 2024 Release is NOW available! You can find the FULL release in the store HERE or direct links at the bottom of the post. 

I'm excited to be joining Gina K. Designs for the May 2024 Release! I have a few cards that I've created to share during tonight's LIVE Release Party over on the Gina K. Designs Facebook Page, YouTube Channel, and Twitch.
 
Before we get started, make sure to check out the NEW Card Kit. It's called Sunny Days Card Kit and it's jammed packed with goodies!!
 

 
Plus a NEW Master Layout, Master Layouts #16


Please note a BIG Change that was implemented with the March 2024 Release to help Gina K with the inventory. Coordinating Die Sets are now ONLY available as a Stamp & Die BUNDLE. For those that don't use dies you can purchase the stamp set individually. Make sure to put the correct version in your shopping cart.
 
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My cards will feature the NEW Garden Kitties set illustrated by Hannah Drapinski. This set does have a coordinating Die Set available in the Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle.
 
 
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My first card features the NEW Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle on an ink blended panel using Master Layouts #1 & 2.

Card Measurements:
Heavy Weight White A2 Card Base: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" (5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4")
Black Onyx Mat: 5" x 3 3/4" - Master Layouts #1
Layering Weight White Panel: 4 7/8" x 3 5/8" - Master Layouts #2
Black Sentiment Strip - Sentiment Strips

Steps to Create Card: 
  • Create Heavy Weight White A2 Card Base measuring: 5 1/2" x 4 1/4" (5 1/2" x 8 1/2", scored at 4 1/4").
  • Die Cut Black Onyx Mat measuring: 5" x 3 3/4" using Master Layouts #1
  • Take Layering Weight White A2 Panel measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" and ink blend using: Lovely Lavender, Plum Punch and Edible Eggplant ink. Stamp floral silhouette and sentiment from Garden Kitties stamp set in left corner with Black Onyx ink. For best results use a stamp positioner. Die cut panel to measure: 4 7/8" x 3 5/8" using Master Layouts #2.
  • Die Cut Kitty with Black Onyx card stock using Garden Kitties coordinating die (You can stamp & die cut but I wanted a solid black kitty).
  • Ink blend scrap with Plum Punch ink and use Heart Circle die to create little heart embellishment.
  • Stamp & Emboss "Happy Purrthday" sentiment from Garden Kitties stamp set with Embossing ink and heat emboss with Detail White Embossing Powder. Die cut with Sentiment Strips die.
  • Assemble card.
  • For Embellishment I added a little sparkle to heart with Diamond Stickles.
My second card features the NEW Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle with a CAS (clean & simple) card design.
 
Card Measurements:
Heavy Weight White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
Blue Denim Mat: 4" x 5 1/4" - Master Layouts #1
Layering Weight White Panel: 3 7/8" x 5 1/8" - Master Layouts #1
Black Sentiment Strip: 1 1/4" x 5/16" - Sentiment Strips
 
Steps to Create Card:
  • Create Heavy Weight White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Emboss front of White card base with Gingham Embossing Folder
  • Die Cut Blue Denim Mat measuring: 4" x 5 1/4" using Master Layouts #1.
  • Take A2 Layering Weight White Panel and mask top & bottom of panel leaving a 2 3/4" opening with Masking Magic. Ink blend with Blue Denim and Tranquil Teal. Before removing masks, stamp floral silhouette from Garden Kitties stamp set with Black Onyx ink. For best results use a stamp positioner and add White Paint Splatters. Die cut panel to measure: 3 7/8" x 5 1/8" using Master Layouts #1.
  • Die Cut Kitty with Black Onyx card stock using Garden Kitties coordinating die (You can stamp & die cut but I wanted a solid black kitty).
  • Stamp & Emboss "Missing You" sentiment from Garden Kitties stamp set with Embossing ink and heat emboss with Detail White Embossing Powder. Die cut with Sentiment Strips die. 
  • Assemble Card 
 My third card features the a Pet Sympathy design featuring the NEW Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle.
 
Card Measurements:
Heavy Weight White A2 Top Fold Card Base: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2")
Heavy Weight White Panel: 3 7/8" x 5 1/8" - Master Layouts #1
Rainbow Strips: 2 3/16" x 5 1/8" (3/8" x 5 1/8" strips: Red Hot, Tangerine Twist, Wild Dandelion, Grass Green, Blue Denim & Wild Lilac)
Red Hot Heart: 3 5/8" x 3 1/4" - Master Layouts # 4
Black Onyx Kitty: 2 1/8" x 1 7/8"
Black Sentiment Strips: 1 5/8" x 1/4" and 1 11/16" x 3/4"
 
Steps to Create Card: 
  • Create Heavy Weight White A2 Top Fold Card Base measuring: 4 1/4" x 5 1/2" (4 1/4" x 11", scored at 5 1/2").
  • Die Cut Heavy Weight White Panel measuring: 3 7/8" x 5 1/8" using Master Layouts #1.
  • Cut Strips measuring: 3/8" x 5 1/8" with Red Hot, Tangerine Twist, Wild Dandelion, Grass Green, Blue Denim and Wild Lilac card stock.
  • Die Cut Red Hot Heart measuring: 3 5/8" x 3 1/4" using Master Layouts # 4.
  • Die Cut Black Onyx Kitty using Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle.
  • Stamp three small butterflies using Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle with Black Onyx ink on the Red Hot Heart.
  • Stamp & Emboss "Friends Fur-ever" & "Sending Lots of Love" sentiments from Garden Kitties Stamp & Die Bundle with Embossing ink and heat emboss with Detail White Embossing Powder. Trim to sentiment strips.
  • Assemble card.
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Gina K. Designs
May 2024 Release
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