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For my 5-3/4″ square card today the inspiration came from the matting layer of Pretty Panels #1. This was pushed around on my desktop all week and in the end I decided that I would build it into a dainty border in which I could showcase Snowflake 1 Die and a pretty stamped snowflake from Flurries. Do you see it? I simply took the matting layer and laid one across the other like a ‘+’, I thought that was pretty spiffy. Never one to exercise restraint, I did it again, so my bordering layer consists of 4 matting layer outlines all crisscrossed like an “*” asterisk you can see the progression below.
I used the Stitched Tags Die Set for my sentiment and cut a notch out of the end. The gorgeous round die is a new die from Spellbinders called Spellbinders Royal Circle.
This adorable little elf was too cute not to make up a quick box and stamp him on a tag. He’s from the Elf Made set and there are a bunch of stamps that will work for your little ones and big little ones – if you know what I mean. I stamped and embossed the snowflake from Flurries onto a gable box and stamped the elf on the largest tag from the Stitched Tags Die Set. All in all, ready to go in less than 10 :-)
If you joined in to the hop midstream, you can start at the beginning by visiting Julia Aston. In the meantime, thanks so much for stopping by and I’ll see you soon!!
Hi there sweet blog friends! Today is Day One of the new releases for Waltzingmouse Stamps. The sets that are planned for this week are over the top adorable so I hope you’ll stop by each day. Today I’m sharing two cards using the new Flurries set and new dies, the little trees and snow flakes are so cute!!! For my card today I’m using the new Spellbinders Majesty die and I’ve layered it with Spellbinders Labels 42 – Decorative Elements and embellished with Spellbinders Victorian Tassels. By the way, the previews all lead up to release day which is Tuesday, October 28th – at which time all of the products we’re showing will be available to see in full and purchase on the Waltzingmouse Stamps website.
My second card is simple, simple, simple. I’m using a brand new Waltzingmouse Die called Pretty Panels 1 and used the negative cutout for my sentiment and to nestle some of the snowflakes from the Flurries set. My center panel is embellished with the Picot Panel die set and a bow.
| SUPPLIES I USED |
Stamps: Waltzingmouse Stamps – Flurries (Available 10/28)
Paper: Neenah Classic Crest, Solar White Smooth 80 lb Cardstock, Kraft Cardstock
Ink: Versamark and White Embossing Powder
Accessories: Picot Panel Die Set, Pretty Panels One, Grosgrain Ribbon, Recollections Pearls |
The other ladies have come up with some awesome samples. Be sure to stop by and have a peek! I hope you’ll take a second to visit and see what they made today!
Thanks so much for stopping by, we’ll be back tomorrow at 1pm CST for Preview Day 2 :-)
Good morning sweet friends. I’ve been diligently producing Christmas cards left and right and I looked up for a moment to be mindful that the seasons seem to be flying by (except summer, summer lasts forever). I don’t think I’ve savored a fall more delicious than the one we’re in right now. Although the leaves aren’t changing here yet, the air is crisp and the sky seems bluer with frothy clouds that tumble through the sky without the threat of rain. Yep, it’s fall and today I’m sharing a sweet fall sentiment from Quietfire Design called How Beautifully Leaves Grow Old.
I have to be honest folks, I’d be hard pressed to find a great orange in my stash. But fall has browns and golds with the tips of leaves colored with a splash of purple or or yellow. I’m sharing a card with an awesome pairing of Spellbinders Oval Bliss and Spellbinders Sparkle topped with Spellbinders Classic Ovals LG and embellished with Spellbinders Moroccan Accents.
Here’s how I made it – step by step:
- Start out with a 5-1/2″ x 7-1/2″ card base. (Card base is made with two pieces of 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″‘ paper scored and glued as in this Hinge Video.)
- Mat a 5-1/8″ x 6-3/4″ piece of cream cardstock with gold cardstock cut to 5-1/4″ x 7-1/4″
- Mat a 6-5/8″ x 4-1/2″ piece of design paper with gold cardstock cut to 4-5/8″ x 6-3/4″ adhere to previous layers with two layers of foam tape.
- Place ribbon and lace across card and two matted layers horizontally and tape on backside. Adhere to card base with two layers of foam tape.
- Cut/emboss Spellbinders Oval Bliss and attach with two layers of foam tape.
- Cut/emboss Spellbinders Sparkle, adhere to card base, add two pearls.
- Cut/emboss Spellbinders Classic Ovals LG and stamp sentiment, distress with Brushed Corduroy Ink.
- Trace around outside of oval with Krylon Gold Leafing Pen
- Adhere oval to card base using two layers of foam tape.
- Glue a bow embellished with flowers and leaves to the right side of oval
- Cut one corner with Spellbinders Moroccan Accents, adhere to card and add pearl.
| CRAFT SUPPLIES I USED |
Rubber Stamps: Quietfire Design called How Beautifully Leaves Grow Old
Craft Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Natural White – 80 lb smooth, Gold, Prima – Stationers Desk
Ink: Versafine Onyx Black, Brushed Corduroy Distress Ink.
Accessories: Spellbinders Oval Bliss, Spellbinders Sparkle, Spellbinders Classic Ovals LG, Spellbinders Moroccan Accents, Cream Grosgrain Ribbon, Brown Satin Ribbon, Lace, Mulberry Flowers, Prima Leaves, Paper Studio Pearls, Krylon Gold Leafing Pen |
By the way, I noticed Suzanne at Quietfire is running 20% off on stamps right now – I hope you’ll pop by and see if there’s anything that tickles your fancy. In the meantime, enjoy your week and thanks so much for stopping by!
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Another lovely card here from you again Becca. I just love the color on this card, and also how you mde this flower thing as the focal point on here too. Soo beautiful as usual hun. Your work is always sooo beautiful and well made, and also here today, for sure.
Wow.. great card I love how you use the panel dies!
These are gorgeous Becca, love the new Royal Circle die and the cute little Elf! Fabulous cards as always.
Love & Hugs
Jacquie J xxx
Becca,
Lovely card, my dear. Why do we associate blue and white with winter. I guess because when we get cold, cold, cold, we turn blue. LOL It does just go together, though. Have a wonderful day!!
Hugs
Mstgane
Ann
Thanks for your beautiful work Becca. So look forward to your emails to see your new work.
Could you please tell me what brand of glue or tape do you use for your card making. I use a tape but find that after about 12 months the cards fall a part using the tape . Some cards I make are for special occasions like the birth of a grandchild and I want them to last.
God bless you each day.
Regards Marjorie
Wow! Lovely wintry card, Becca. The blue is perfect for that cold and snowy feel. I also thank you for showing us how you did the matting layers. Very cool!!!
Wow! I love the snowflake card and the way you made the frame is brilliant. Cute little present box with the elf tag!
Love the handmade dainty border— it beautifully spotlights your snowflake— great idea.
I love how the layering of those dies look, perfect with your snowflake scene!
Becca is so creative as usual – love the layering of the dies!! The box and elf tag are adorable.
Good evening Becca,
What a gorgeous snowflake stamp, and you have shown the dies off to perfection – that’s what your cards are – perfect. Thank you for the great ideas. Love xx
I so look forward to your cards Becca, they are always so inspiring and you are a genious when it comes to style and ideas .
God Bless
Elaine H X
Hi Becca……I put my comments on the wrong card, sorry it’s the Warm, Winter Wishes that looks like Wedgwood, beautiful……thank you for your wonderful designs.
I love both of these projects. So clever, using Pretty Panels 1 for the background. C-L-E-V-E-R!!!
Beautiful card, Becca. What did you use to emboss the large cream panel? Looks gorgeous! Love, love, love your work (or perhaps it’s your play??) :)
Amazing cards, specially the first one.
I love what you did with those dies for the matting layer – so clever!
Good morning Becca(10:57am)
Oh how i like your first card and the beautiful frames that you made into a doily/ flower/ frame to set off your snowflake stamp matches in so lovely with the SB Royal Circle die keeping the curves flowing. Beautiful soft colours that are not harsh and just enhance the die shapes.
What a cracker of a box and just cute enough to put in wee gifts and it looks like you spent time making a gift look better with a hand made box. Thank you Becca for today’s lovely creations,
Love and crafty hugs
Norah (Glenochil, Scotland)
Hi Becca, These projects are gorgeous, lovely composition of colours that work perfectly together, and fabulous die-cuts.
The gable box is beautiful, and absolutely loving the elf stamp.
Lots of love from Patricia xx
You are so creative, this is absolutely gorgeous!!!!!
Hi Becca. Wow, I love the card. My favourite colour combo, and what a great idea to layer the die like this, I will be trying this for sure. The cute elf looks great on the box, another fab idea. Thank you for inspiring us Becca : ) Take care.
OMG, this card’s a beauty! Loooove it!
I love all your projects, Becca! Thank you so much for bringing some beauty and style to all of my visits here.
I am away with intermittent Internet connection, so I’m a little late commenting on this post, but haven’t forgotten you today and have remembered you and your family in prayer. I hope you have all had a blessed day.
God bless
Hugs
Anne (UK) x
You make the most stunning cards. Love the arrangement of die cuts.
Each card you make takes my breath away.I say she can never top this one, and what do you do, you take my breath away all over again. Totally God given ideas He’s giving to bring joy, love, and peace to all us viewers. Bless you sweetheart and thank you for sharing all your talent with us.