A Bold Hello

Another bold print today. The beauty of double-sided paper is that if the paper is a little too bold for your tastes, you can flip it over and have just a peek of the bold side. You'll see that I flipped the paper below because I couldn't decide which side I liked better. The original version with details on how to create the fun fold can be found here.

Hello There

Best Things In Life

Hello, Dear Friend

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! See A Silhouette DSP (149443) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Pacific Point 8.5x11 Paper (111350)
• Stampin' Up! Marina Mist 8.5x11 Paper (119682) retired
• Stampin' Up! Pacific Point Ink (147098)
• Stampin' Up! Marina Mist Ink (126962) retired
• Stampin' Up! Layering Circles Dies (151770)

Supplies Used - Hello There

• Stampin' Up! Hello There Stamp Set (133922) retired

Supplies Used - Best Things In Life

• Stampin' Up! Feel Goods Stamp Set (129684) retired

Supplies Used - Hello, Dear Friend

• Stampin' Up! Life Is Grand Stamp Set (148744) retired

A Bold Smile

Sometimes when I case a card, I copy it exactly. Sometimes I change the colors a bit or just the paper. For these cards, I only changed the sentiment. This card is made with a paper that is so bold, less is more.

Original card was made by Julie of The Paper Pixie and can be found here.

Sending A Smile

Friends Like You

You Fill My Thoughts

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! See A Silhouette DSP (149443) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Daffodil Delight 8.5x11 Paper (119683)
• Stampin' Up! Night Of Navy 8.5x11 Paper (100867)
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Basics Embossing Powders (155554) used white

Supplies Used - Sending A Smile

• Stampin' Up! Love & Affection Stamp Set (141545) retired

Supplies Used - Friends Like You

• Stampin' Up! Positive Thoughts Stamp Set (151490)

Supplies Used - You Fill My Thoughts

• Stampin' Up! Florentine Filigree Stamp Set (148822) retired

Always a Bridesmaid, Never a Flower Girl (Part 2)

Still not a flower girl but here's more proof against that statement. This paper is from the same collection as yesterday's card. This stamp set is the exact same as yesterday's card. I even used another Call Me Crafty Al Sheetload of Cards free printable.... completely different results.

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Hand-Penned DSP (155499)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Pale Papaya 8.5x11 Paper (155668)
• Stampin' Up! Garden Green 8.5x11 Paper (102584)
• Stampin' Up! Color & Contour Stamp Set (154994)
• Stampin' Up! Pale Papaya Ink (155670)
• Stampin' Up! Garden Green Ink (147089)
• Stampin' Up! Banners Pick A Punch (153608)
• Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush (141897)
• Stampin' Up! Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193)

Always a Bridesmaid, Never a Flower Girl (Part 1)

Confession, when I originally cut into this paper, I loved it so much that I ordered a second set right away. Now I'm not really a flower girl and I understand you wouldn't believe that from all my recent posts, but it's true. I know nothing about flowers and I'm very particular about the flowers I do like, they can't be too cartoony, they can't be too realistic... and the colors have to be just right (side note: this is my exact feelings on butterflies if you were wondering). I think this flowery paper is just perfect.

I used the Call Me Crafty Al Sheetload of Cards free printable that can be found here. I also flipped the paper over to get slightly different looks with each card, the huge benefit of double-sided paper.

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Hand-Penned DSP (155499)
• Stampin' Up! Misty Moonlight 8.5x11 Paper (153081)
• Stampin' Up! Color & Contour Stamp Set (154994)
• Stampin' Up! Misty Moonlight Ink (153118)
• Stampin' Up! Tailored Tag Punch (145667)
• Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush (141897)

You've been on my mind

Similar to yesterday's card, sometimes you just want to let your family and friends know that you're thinking of them, that "you've been on my mind."

Another case from Julie's instagram. Her original can be found here.

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Peony Garden DSP (152483) retired
• Stampin' Up! Petal Pink Organdy Striped Ribbon (149441)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Basic Grey 8.5x11 Paper (121044)
• Stampin' Up! Butterfly Gala Stamp Set (148580) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic Grey Ink (149165)
• Stampin' Up! Elegant Faceted Gems (152464)

I just miss you

I started making cards because I liked mailing out Christmas cards to my family and friends. For a while, I only made Christmas cards, then moved onto Valentine's Day cards. But the cards I've been making most the last year or so are thinking of you cards and this sentiment, "I just miss you" probably defines 2020/2021. I just miss my family and friends and wish it was safer to see them all #stupidcovid

This is a simple card and such an easy way to make a batch of exact cards in one go. I did case this card from Julie, her original can be found here. I actually follow #stampin on instagram and will screenshot cards that I love. For me, it's the beautiful paper that really makes this simple card shine. 

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Peony Garden DSP (152483) retired
• Stampin' Up! Petal Pink Organdy Striped Ribbon (149441)
• Stampin' Up! Gray Granite Shimmer Ribbon (152463)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Gray Granite 8.5x11 Paper (146983)
• Stampin' Up! Blended Seasons Stamp Set (149016) retired
• Stampin' Up! Gray Granite Ink (147118)
• Stampin' Up! Stitched Shapes Dies (145372) retired

Visiting the Parents

Does anyone else get a little bored when you're visiting the parents? I went over a few weeks ago and decided to bring along a little craft project to work on while I was there. I decided to bring a coloring project since it's easy to color and chat with my parents at the same time. And since I'm still building up my birthday card stash, I thought these candle stickers would be the perfect coloring project.

Red|Blue|Orange Card

Green Card

Pink Card

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Happiest of Birthdays Stamp Set (152539)
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Shimmer White Stampin' Emboss Powder (149511) retired
• Stampin' Up! Brights 6x6 DSP (155228)
• Stampin' Up! Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154883)
• Elizabeth Craft Designs Candles Peel Off Sticker (ECD2545) retired
• Krazy Kreations Micro Fine Glitter Paper, Warm Highlights

Supplies Used - Red|Blue|Orange Card

• Stampin' Up! Mango Melody Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (147945) retired
• Stampin' Up! Poppy Parade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154958)
• Stampin' Up! Night of Navy Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154891)

Supplies Used - Green Card

• Stampin' Up! Call Me Clover Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (147282) retired
• Stampin' Up! Mint Macaron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154889)
• Stampin' Up! Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154885)

Supplies Used - Pink Card

• Stampin' Up! Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154893)
• Stampin' Up! Melon Mambo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (153112)
• Stampin' Up! Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (155520)

 

More Brides

Recently, I needed to make more cards for coworkers who recently got married. I'm not gonna lie, my plan was to recreate the wedding card I made last month for another coworker but my sister scolded me. She told me to stop being lazy and create a different card. I don't often follow my sister's advice but I took it to heart this time.

I didn't really know the coworkers so I couldn't make cards that I felt matched their personalities so I cased this very classic card from Liz. Original card and details can be found here.

Silver Card

Copper Card

Pink Card

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! Very Vanilla Thick 8.5x11 Paper (144237)
• Stampin' Up! Very Vanilla 12x12 Paper (144239)
• Stampin' Up! Wonderful Moments Stamp Set (147529) retired
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Many Hearts Dies (154308) retired

 Supplies Used - Silver Card

• Stampin' Up! Silver Foil (132178) retired
• Stampin' Up! Metallics Embossing Powders (155555) used Silver powder

 Supplies Used - Copper Card

• Stampin' Up! Copper Foil (142020)
• Stampin' Up! Metallics Embossing Powders (155555) used Copper powder

Supplies Used - Pink Card

• Stampin' Up! Love You Always Foil (154286) used Rococo Rose retired
• Glitters Galore Bronze Rose Embossing Powder (EP335) 

Black and White Background

Similar to yesterday's black and white appreciation post. Today's cards show a different way to add color to black and white paper. This time, I colored the background with alcohol markers as opposed to the actual flowers.

This time I cased a card by Libby Fens. You can find that original card here.

Fresh Freesia

Bermuda Bay

So Saffron

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! True Love DSP (154281) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• Stampin' Up! Rhinestone Basic Jewels (144220)

Supplies Used - Fresh Freesia Card

• Stampin' Up! Fresh Freesia Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (155518) used light blend
• Stampin' Up! Well Written Dies (151816) retired

Supplies Used - Bermuda Bay Card

• Stampin' Up! Bermuda Bay Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154878)
• Stampin' Up! Celebrate You Dies (146840) retired

Supplies Used - So Saffron Card

• Stampin' Up! So Saffron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154905)
• Stampin' Up! Well Written Dies (151816) retired

Black and White Flowers

I've already shared my love for black and white designer paper. It allows an endless world of possibilities. Leave the paper as is, add a little color, add a lot of color. When I first saw Stampin' Up! True Love DSP, I knew I needed to purchase it. As I began using the paper, I realized I loved it so much that I had to order a second set.

I did case Karen's beautiful card that can be found here. But as you'll see, I couldn't just stop with one card and one color.

Cherry Cobbler

Daffodil Delight

Polished Pink

Pale Papaya

Purple Posy

Balmy Blue

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! True Love DSP (154281) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• Stampin' Up! Label Me Lovely Punch (151296)
• Stampin' Up! Black Glittered Organdy Ribbon (147897)
• Stampin' Up! Just Add Text Stamp Set (143934) retired
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)
• Stampin' Up! Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154892)

Supplies Used - Cherry Cobbler Card

• Stampin' Up! Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154880)

Supplies Used - Daffodil Delight Card

• Stampin' Up! Daffodil Delight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154883)

Supplies Used - Polished Pink Card

• Stampin' Up! Polished Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (155520)

Supplies Used - Pale Papaya Card

• Stampin' Up! Pale Papaya Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (155519)

Supplies Used - Purple Posy Card

• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (149566) retired

Supplies Used - Balmy Blue Card

• Stampin' Up! Balmy Blue Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154830)

Fashionably Late

Another set of cards I created back in January for the Krazy Kreations 30 Day Coloring Challenge. I was always taught if I was going to be late, be fashionably late. . . or bring gifts.

Blackberry Bliss

Mint Macaron

Lovely Lipstick

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Krazy Kreations Girlfriend Outline Sticker (3032)
• Krazy Kreations Glitter Paper, Warm Highlights
• Stampin' Up! Best Dressed 6x6 DSP (151319) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Bronze & Ivory Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154922)
• Stampin' Up! Dressed To Impress Stamp Set (158321)

Supplies Used - Blackberry Bliss Card

• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (149566) retired
• Stampin' Up! Blackberry Bliss Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154877)
• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy 8.5x11 Paper (150881) retired
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Shimmer Black Stampin' Emboss Powder (149512) retired

Supplies Used - Mint Macaron Card

• Stampin' Up! Mint Macaron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154889)
• Stampin' Up! Pretty Peacock Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154895) retired
• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy 8.5x11 Paper (150881) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)

Supplies Used - Lovely Lipstick Card

• Stampin' Up! Petal Pink Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154893)
• Stampin' Up! Lovely Lipstick Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (146970) retired
• Stampin' Up! Lovely Lipstick 8.5x11 Paper (146970) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Shimmer Black Stampin' Emboss Powder (149512) retired

So Cherry Sweet

I created these cards in the beginning of the year as part of Krazy Kreations 30 Day Coloring Challenge. It only took my 8 months to write up this blog entry with the details. The details that are being preserved here in case anyone (read: me) wants to recreate the cards again in the future.

Supplies Used

• Krazy Kreations So Cherry Sweet Outline Sticker (3134)
• Krazy Kreations Glitter Paper, Warm Highlights
• Stampin' Up! Tutti-Frutti 6x6 DSP (145606) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154884) used light blend
• Stampin' Up! Melon Mambo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (153112) used light blend
• Stampin' Up! Real Red Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154899) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154880) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154885) 

Modern Heart

Hearts aren't just for valentine's day and the sentiment on this card is the perfect reminder. I cased Lyssa's original card that can be found here.

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Modern Heart Stamp Set (149328) retired
• Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush (141897)

Supplies Used - Purple Card

• Stampin' Up! Highland Heather 8.5x11 Paper (146986)
• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy Ink (150084) retired
• Stampin' Up! Highland Heather Ink (147103)
• Stampin' Up! Gorgeous Grape Ink (147099)

Supplies Used - Pink Card

• Stampin' Up! Polished Pink 8.5x11 Paper (155710)
• Stampin' Up! Blushing Bride Ink (147100)
• Stampin' Up! Polished Pink Ink (155712)
• Stampin' Up! Melon Mambo Ink (147051)

Breathtaking Bouquet (Part 2)

This card is very similar to yesterday's so saffron version but I was inspired by Cheryll Miller to add some alcohol markers into the mix. Cheryll's post details multiple techniques for using this stamp set and can be found here.

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Breathtaking Bouquet Stamp Set (151612) retired
• Stampin' Up! Dragonfly Dreams Stamp Set (142924) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Gorgeous Grape 8.5x11 Paper (146987)
• Stampin' Up! Gorgeous Grape Ink (147099)
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Basics Embossing Powder (155554) in clear
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)
• Stampin' Up! Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154887)
• Stampin' Up! Purple Posy Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (149566) retired
• Stampin' Up! Rhinestone Basic Jewels (144220)

Breathtaking Bouquet (Part 1)

I purchase craft supplies more than I actually use them so it took me a very long time to use this breathtaking stamp. This is a simple card to make, provided you aren't afraid of a little heat (embossing), but it packs a huge punch. I cased this card from Kylie Bertucci and you can see her original version here. I must admit, I do like my soft saffron version a bit more and must remember to use this subtle color more often.

Supplies Used

• Stampin' Up! Breathtaking Bouquet Stamp Set (151612) retired
• Stampin' Up! Dragonfly Dreams Stamp Set (142924) retired
• Stampin' Up! So Saffron 8.5x11 Paper (105118)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Sahara Sand 8.5x11 Paper (121043)
• VersaMark Watermark Stamp Pad (102283)
• Stampin' Up! Basics Embossing Powder (155554) in white
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)
• Stampin' Up! Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193)

Hey There Dahlia (Delilah)

Whenever I see the word Dahlia, I'm reminded of the name Delilah. So now I obviously have the Plain White T's song stuck in my head. The opening lyrics of the song are "Hey there, Delilah // What's it like in New York City? // I'm a thousand miles away // But Girl, tonight you look so pretty"

As a New Yorker, I always love when songs reference my city. But as a cardmaker, I appreciate the next line of the song even more, how sometimes I'm far away from my family and friends and just want to send a card saying I'm thinking of you.  

The original version of my card was created by my esteemed Stampin' Up! upline Mary Fish. You can find it here. 

Blueberry Bushel

Peekaboo Peach

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! Basic White 8.5x11 Paper (159276)
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Stampin' Up! Silver  Baker's Twine (145569) retired
• Stampin' Up! Very Versailles Stamp Set (149275)
• Stampin' Up! Definitely Dahlia Stamp Set (139911) retired
• Stampin' Up! Rhinestones Basic Jewels (144220)

Supplies Used - Blueberry Bushel

• Stampin' Up! Blueberry Bushel 8.5x11 Paper (146968) retired
• Stampin' Up! Blueberry Bushel Ink (147138) retired
• Stampin' Up! Best Route Washi Tape (146901) retired

Supplies Used - Peekaboo Peach

• Stampin' Up! Peekaboo Peach 8.5x11 Paper (141417) retired
• Stampin' Up! Peekaboo Peach Ink (141398) retired
• Stampin' Up! Playful Palette Washi Tape (141659) retired

Flowers for Every Season

I know nothing about flowers but there is a flower for every season if you know where to look. Over the years, Stampin' Up! has offered so many different flower inspired papers and I love that soon papers might feel more spring or more fall. I think you'll see what I mean from these 5 cards which all have similar layouts with very little variations but can't you imagine using them for different seasons?

Card 1 - Just Jade

Card 2 - Misty Moonlight

Card 3 - Bumblebee

Card 4 - Magenta Madness

Card 5 - Cinnamon Cider

Supplies Used - All Cards

• Stampin' Up! Flowers for Every Season Memories & More Cards & Envelopes (153101) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic White 12x12 Paper (159231)
• Tuxedo Black Memento Ink (132708)

Supplies Used - Card 1 - Just Jade

• Stampin' Up! Flowers & Field DSP (155223) retired
• Stampin' Up! Flirty Flamingo 8.5x11 Paper (141416)
• Stampin' Up! Oval Occasions Stamp Set (154477) retired
• Stampin' Up! Double Oval Punch (154242)
• Stampin' Up! Whisper White Organza Ribbon (145590) retired
• Stampin' Up! Flirty Flamingo Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154884) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Just Jade Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (153107) used light blend
• Stampin' Up! So Saffron Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154905) used dark blend
• Cased Jeanie Stark: see details of first design here

Supplies Used - Card 2 - Misty Moonlight

• Stampin' Up! Flowers & Field DSP (155223) retired
• Stampin' Up! Seaside Spray 8.5x11 Paper (150883) retired
• Stampin' Up! Oval Occasions Stamp Set (154477) retired
• Stampin' Up! Double Oval Punch (154242)
• Stampin' Up! Whisper White Organza Ribbon (145590) retired
• Stampin' Up! Seaside Spray Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154901) retired used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Shaded Spruce Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154903) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Misty Moonlight Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (153108) used light blend
• Cased Jeanie Stark: see details of first design here

Supplies Used - Card 3 - Bumblebee

• Stampin' Up! Flowers & Field DSP (155223) retired
• Stampin' Up! Cherry Cobbler 8.5x11 Paper (119685)
• Stampin' Up! Oval Occasions Stamp Set (154477) retired
• Stampin' Up! Double Oval Punch (154242)
• Stampin' Up! Whisper White Organza Ribbon (145590) retired
• Stampin' Up! Cherry Cobbler Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154880) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (154885) used dark blend
• Stampin' Up! Mango Melody Stampin' Blends Combo Pack (147945) retired used dark blend
• Cased Jeanie Stark: see details of first design here

Supplies Used - Card 4 - Magenta Madness

• Stampin' Up! True Love DSP (154281) retired
• Stampin' Up! Basic Black 8.5x11 Paper (121045)
• Stampin' Up! Magenta Madness 8.5x11 Paper (153080)
• Stampin' Up! Happy Thoughts Stamp Set (154507) retired
• Stampin' Up! Label Me Fancy Punch (151297)
• Stampin' Up! Magenta Madness 2020 - 2022 In Color Ribbon (153623) retired
• Cased Jeanie Stark: see details of second design here

Supplies Used - Card 5 - Cinnamon Cider

• Stampin' Up! Hand-Penned DSP (155499)
• Stampin' Up! Balmy Blue 8.5x11 Paper (146982)
• Stampin' Up! Cinnamon Cider 8.5x11 Paper (153078)
• Stampin' Up! Happy Thoughts Stamp Set (154507) retired
• Stampin' Up! Label Me Fancy Punch (151297)
• Stampin' Up! Balmy Blue Organdy Ribbon (149623) retired
• Cased Jeanie Stark: see details of second design here