As The Ink Dries

Fresh Vintage Postage

Can you believe this was the first time I inked up the postage stamp image from the Fresh Vintage stamp set?! I remember when I first saw the set thinking how much fun it was going to be layering and punching out that image.   Anyway, I made 2 cards using the same layout in different colors.  I am going to share the other color combination on my Facebook page.  

Here's what I used to make this card.

Stamps: Fresh Vintage, Heard from the Heart
Ink: Black Stazon
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Gray, Black, Brights Patterns DSP
Big Shot: Framed Tulip TIEF, Perfect Polka Dot TIEF, Beautiful Wings Embosslit
Punches: Postage Stamp , 1 " Square punch ( this is a carryover item from the Holiday mini catalog 124094.  I know because I checked to make sure)
Extras: Red Satin Ribbon, Basic Rhinestones 

Here's a quick recap on how to get both the polka dots and the tulip frame texture on the same project.  First run your paper in the Perfect Polka Dot TIEF  through the Big Shot on Tab 1.  Next put the paper in the Framed Tulip TIEF and run it through the Big Shot on No Tab.  The dots will smash down some but they are still visible.  It really is a fun look.  Give it a try and let me know how it works for you!  Go check out my Facebook page for another take on this card and let me know which one you like better.

 

Elementary Elegance Stamp Set's 8th Stamp

Are you wondering what the heck I am talking about?  Well, I think Stampin' Up! made a mistake when they made the label for the Elementary Elegance Sale-A-Bration stamp set.  The label should have read set of 8 not 7.  

Do you see the 8th stamp?  It is the shadow stamp, otherwise known as the rubber from inside of the frame.

Do you remember when shadow stamps were all the rage?   When I was putting together the Elementary Elegance stamp set the inside piece from the frame reminded me of an old Stampin' Up set called Little Shapes.   I think it is going to be fun to revisit some of those shadow stamp techniques.

Here's what I used to make today's card.

Stamps: Elementary Elegance, Fresh Vintage
Ink: Blushing Bride, Soft Suede
Paper: Soft Suede, Whisper White, Blushing Bride
Big Shot:  Perfect Polka Dot TIEF
Punches: 1/2" circle, Scallop Edge
Embellies: Soft Suede Tafetta ribbon, Basic Pearls 

If you already threw away the 8th stamp from the Elementary Elegance set don't worry you can always get another set  after all it is free during Sale-A-Bration with a $50 order.  

Have a Wonderful Week(end)!

I probably should have waited and posted this card on Monday then the sentiment would make more sense.  The weather forecast for the weekend  calls for  rain showers or rain/snow showers so it looks like a staying inside kind of weekend.  Definitely need some bright and cheerful colors to take my mind off the gray outside.

How did I ever make a card before I had a Big Shot?  It is baffling.  I think my Big Shot is probably the tool I use the most in my stamp room.   

Supplies I used to make this card.

Stamps: Sweetly Said
Ink: Concord Crush
Paper: Whisper White, Daffodil Delight. In Color Patterns DSP stack, Brights Patterns DSP stack
Big Shot: Perfect Polka Dot TIEF (probab;y the folder I  use the most), Latttice Bigz die
Punches:   3/4" Circle, 1 " Circle, Blossom, Boho Blossoms

Have a wonderful weekend and be sure to stamp something cute and tell me about it!



 

Bordering on Romance in a Frame

I was stamping  with the Bordering on Romance stamp set that is in the Occasions Mini Catalog and wondered if one of the images would fit in the Designer Frames TIEF.   Yup, it sure does.  This made me think of using this technique and the rest resulted in this card.

Sorry it is not a better picture. Here's a close up of the frame.

Here's what I used to make this card.

Stamps: Bordering on Romance, Tiny Tags
Ink: Black Stazon
Paper: Shimmery White, Marina Mist, Whisper White
Big Shot: Designer Frames TIEF, Elegant Bouquet TIEF
Extras: Marina Mist Grosgrain Ribbon, Basic Pearls, Watercolor Crayons, Aqua Painter 

Did you know that you can get the Designer Frames TIEF for free?  It is one of the products you can choose from and receive free when you place a $50 order during Sale-A-Bration.  You can also choose the Stripes TIEF  and combine it with the Designer Frames TIEF.  Click here to see what the two Textured Impressions Embossing Folders(TIEF)  look like combined.   If you do not have a Sale-A-Bration brochure feel free to contact me and I will get one sent to you.  Have a fabulous day!

Bordering on Romance in Black

Geez, you would think I had forgotten that I even had a blog! I am sorry to have disappeared for a few days.  We had a wonderful weekend.  It was a perfect balance of fun and taking care of some business.   Today I sat down and got some stamping done for a swap and also to get this idea out of my head and onto paper.  

Here's what I used to make this card.

Stamps: Bordering on Romance , Elementary Elegance
Ink: White Craft ink, Stazon Black 
Paper: Whisper White, Basic Black, Bashful Blue
Big Shot: Labels Collection Framelits Die
Ribbon: White Organza
Extras: Watercolor Crayons, White Embossing  Powder, Embossing Buddy, Basic Rhinestones, Frost White Shimmer Paint, Heat Gun

Have a wonderful day and let me know if you have any questions or if you need to order any stamping supplies.   

 

 

Triple Treat Flower Party Continues

I was preparing for a Card class and wanted to use the Triple Treat Flower stamp in one of the projects.   I stamped, punched, and layered a bunch of flowers in one of my favorite color combinations.  I cut a piece of DSP from the In Colors Patterns pack,  took out a roll of white Organza ribbon, and of course some rhinestones.

Here's the first card I made.

Pretty simple layout and I thought it would work but how about if I moved around the flowers and grouped them together?  Something like this.

I liked this one too, maybe even a little more than the first layout.  Hmmm, I made another card using a similar layout to the first card and I am posting it on my Facebook  page.  You see another item on my 12 in 12 list for February is to post to my As the Ink Dries Facebook page.  Now I can cross off another item on my list!    How am I doing on my 12 in 12 for February?  I only have 3 more items left, prettty good huh?  The problem is that the 3 items are pretty BIG items which could be why they are still on the list. 

Have a wonderful day!  

Late to the Triple Treat Flower Party

Yes, it is true I just got the a la carte stamp, Triple Treat Flower.   I am not sure why it has taken me so long to join the party.    It is a very versatile little stamp that coordinates with 3 different punches.   Kind of a no brainer for a punch lover.  Maybe it was seeing it as a Sale-A-Bration choice and knowing I could get it FREE that finally did the trick.   All I know is I am so happy it I have it.  Here's the first card I made with it.

I used one of my favorite color combinations; Island Indigo, Pool Party and Lucky Limeade.  Here are the supplies I used.

Stamps: Triple Treat Flower, Create a Cupcake
Ink: Island Indigo, Pool Party, Lucky Limeade
Paper: Whisper WHite, Island Indigo, In Color Patterns DSP stack
Punches:  5 Petal, 1/2" circle, Scallop Edge Border
Big Shot:  Elegant Bouquet
Extras: Basic Rhinestones, 5/8" White Organza ribbon

A closeup look at how the punches layer.   The large flower can be cut out with the Fancy Flower punch.  In this sample I just layered the 2 other punches on the stamped image.    I have another sample to show you tomorrow using the same supplies.  It is always fun to see the different looks you can get using the same supplies and stamps.   Hope to stamp with you soon!


 

Fabulous Florets in Vellum

This week I seem to be revisiting stamp sets that I haven't used in a while.  Today's set, Fabulous Florets is one that I have used a lot in the past.  I really like the Adorning Accents Edgelit dies. Seriously, what is there not to like?   I like to use them at an angle.  Beside liking the look of that  an added bonus is that i do not have to worry about being straight or even.  

I embossed the flower on Cardstock Vellum and then colored the flowers with reinkers and an Aqua Painter.    

Stamps: Fabulous Florets, Friendly Phrases
Ink: Whisper White Craft ink, Early Espresso, Pink Pirouette, Pretty in Pink,  Rose Red
Paper: Crumb Cake, Pretty in Pink, Whisper White, Lucky Limeade, Cardstock Vellum
Big Shot: Perfect Polka Dot TIEF,  Adorning Accents Edgelit die , Beautiful Wings Embosslit
Punches:   Bird Builder punch
Extras: Basic Pearls 

If you would like to see more ideas using the Fabulous Florets stamp set you can check out this post,  this one,   and this one.    Have a happy day and remember if you need any supplies be sure to go to my online store.   See ya tomorrow!

Creative Elements in Black and White

Hope your Valentine's Day was a wonderful one!  We celebrated with take out!  Actually we went out to a very nice dinner on Saturday in the city and planned to have a special meal at home last night.  Our plans had to be changed which was okay with me since a break from cooking is always a treat.

Here's a quick and easy card using the Creative Elements stamp set.  This is one of those sets that I purchased and  haven't inked up very much.  I hate when I do that so I am determined to use it. 

Hope you like it!  

Stamps: Creative Elements and Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink: Black Stazon, Pretty in Pink and Cherry Cobbler
Paper: Black, White
Big Shot: Sqaure Lattice TIEF, Labels Collections Framelits 
Extras: Black Satin Ribbon and Dazzling Details 

The Bordering on Romance Bird

I wanted the Elegant Bird die since I saw her in the Occasions Mini Catalog.  Now that I have the die  what to do with her?  Hmmm...I started thinking about those animal sculptures that are painted and decorated.   I remembering seeing Painted Pigs in Seattle and Painted Cows in Chicago so why not a stamped bird?

So here is the Elegant Bird decked out in the flowers from the Bordering on Romance stamp set.   I wish I could think of a clever name for her.

Stamps: Bordering on Bordering Romance,  Thank You Kindly
Ink: Black Stazon, Blushing Bride, Lucky Limeade, Pool Party, Island Indigo
Paper: Whisper White, Lucky Limeade, 2011-2013  In Color DSP stack, 20120-2012  In Color DSP stack
Big Shot: Elegant Bird die
Extras: Aqua Painter,  Neutrals Brads, Sewing Machine 

If you have some ideas for the Elegant Bird die let me know.  I have a few bird cards that will be showing up soon.   Remember tomorrow is Valentine's Day!