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Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers

$22.95

Subtles Stampin’ Write Markers

$28.95

2013-2015 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers

$14.95

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Pad

Crumb Cake 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Subtles Designer Series Paper Stack

$21.95

Mosaic Madness Clear Bundle

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Crumb Cake – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Pink Pirouette DSP (Subtles Paper Stack) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Crumb Cake – 3-1/4″ x 4-1/2″ panel; Very Vanilla – 3-1/8″ x 4-3/8″ panel, 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card)

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Very Vanilla – banner for greeting

Mosaic Madness… Hello Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Sometimes when life gets busy you just need a super quick card! Today’s project fits that bill just perfectly with two versions of an everyday card to say “Hello” featuring the Mosaic Madness and Four You stamp sets from Stampin’ Up!

If you enjoy reading my posts I would love to hear from you. It is so uplifting to connect with all of you and hear your thoughts and creative suggestions. If you are a fan, why not have my posts delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I started my card today with a Whisper White card base, which I dry embossed using the Modern Mosaic Textured Impresssions Embossing Folder. Next, I added a strip of Gumball Green designer series paper from the Birthday Basics Pack. That set has so many cute patterns in it! If you don’t have it in your collection, you should grab some before it is gone. The Birthday Basics set is one that is available only while supplies last through June 4th.

Next, I stamped one of the designs from the Mosaic Madness stamp set onto Whisper White card stock using my Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad. I punched out the stamped images using the Mosaic Punch. (The Mosaic Madness stamp set and Mosaic Punch are available as a bundle for a 15% discount through June 4th.) Then I adhered the punched pieces to the front of my card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

For my sentiment, I chose the “Hello” greeting from the Four You stamp set. I stamped it on Whisper White card stock using Versamark Ink and then heat embossed it with Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder and my Heat Tool. I punched out my sentiment using the Decorative Label Punch. Then I created a partial mat for my greeting by punching the same shape in Gumball Green DSP. I cut the green punch in half lengthwise, and then cut out the pointed part on the sides (click here to see a visual).

To finish off the inside of my card, I stamped one of the border stamps from Mosaic Madness in Pistachio Pudding ink along the top and bottom of the inside of my card.

I love how quick and easy these cards are to create! I hope you will try it out when you are in need of a fast solution. A great way to store all your ideas for creative inspiration is to pin them to Pinterest. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work.

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Mosaic Madness or Four You stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! you can shop now in my online store!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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WEEKLY DEALS for April 29 – May 5

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through May 5.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$29.50

Mosaic Madness Wood Bundle

Decorative Label Punch

$16.95

Modern Mosaic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Black Stampin’ Emboss Powder

$4.75

Pistachio Pudding Classic Stampin’ Pad

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper

Versamark Pad

$7.50

Hello Lovely Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Whisper White – 4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels: Birthday Basics DSP (Gumball Green) – 1″ x 5-1/2″ strip OR 1″ x 4-1/4″ strip depending on which layout you choose.

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Very Vanilla – four mosaic punches, one decorative label punch; Birthday Basics DSP (Gumball Green) – one decorative label punch.

Hello, Lovely Thank You Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today’s project is a Thank You card featuring the Hello, Lovely stamp set, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, and Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper from Stampin’ Up! Each of these items are slated to retire on June 4th and are available only while supplies last.

During the month of April, I have been doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner who leaves me a comment receives one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. Today is the last day to enter for your chance to win. I would love to hear what you think of today’s card. Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I started my card today with a Basic Black card base and added a panel of Raspberry Ripple designer series paper from the Birthday Basics Pack. This design coordinated perfectly with the geometric designs from the Hello, Lovely stamp set.

Next, I dry embossed a panel of Very Vanilla card stock using the Square Lattice embossing folder and my Big Shot. I mounted that panel onto a panel of Basic Black. Then I stamped the geometric designs from Hello, Lovely onto Very Vanilla card stock using my Rose Red Classic Stampin’ Pad. I punched out the stamped images using the 1″ square punch and mounted them on Basic Black card stock mats. I adhered the stamped images to the embossed panel using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I used the cute Basic Black Chevron Ribbon to tie a bow around my panel. I just love the design of that ribbon. Finally, I stamped the “Thank You” greeting from the Hello, Lovely stamp set onto Very Vanilla card stock. I cut it out using my paper snips and adhered it to the front of the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

To finish off the inside of my card, I stamped the square design four times along the short side of a Very Vanilla panel using Rose Red ink. I used my stamp-a-ma-jig to help with placement.

I am very pleased with how this card turned out. I love the color combination and the use of texture. Hopefully, you have enjoyed it too. If so, I hope you will pin this project to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Birthday Basics DSP, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, or the Hello, Lovely stamp set from Stampin’ Up! now is the perfect time. Remember, these items are on the retiring list, so they are only available while supplies last through June 4th. Don’t miss out… shop now in my online store!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for April 22-28

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through April 28.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$24.95

Hello Lovely

$32.95

Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

Basic Black 3/4″ Chevron Ribbon

$8.95

Rose Red Classic Stampin’ Pad

Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper

$10.95

Basic Black 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Stamp-A-Ma-Jig

$11.95

Scalloped Tag Topper Punch

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Basic Black – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Birthday Basics DSP (Raspberry Ripple) – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Basic Black – 3″ x 4-1/4″ panel, three 1-1/8″ x 1-1/8″ squares; Very Vanilla – 2-7/8″ x 4-1/8″ panel, 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card).

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Very Vanilla – three 1″ square punches, one sentiment

Create a Cupcake & Birthday Basics Birthday Card Set – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today I created a set of birthday cards using the Birthday Basics DSP, the Stripes Embossing Folder and the Create a Cupcake stamp set form Stampin’ Up! All of these products are available only while supplies last until June 4th. If you would like to order any of these items, please place your order today and enjoy FREE Shipping from Stampin’ Up! Today is the last day for the free shipping promotion. As an added benefit, I will send a free gift in the mail to anyone who places a $50 order today.

During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner who left me a comment will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! I would love to hear from you! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I love the Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper Pack. It has so many cute patterns that make creating cheerful birthday cards a breeze. And, Stampin’ Up! makes coordinating colors so easy because they include the colors that were used in the design right on the package!

The Create a Cupcake stamp set goes just perfectly with the Birthday Basics DSP too! I love the cute sentiments and the flexibility of this set. I selected a Very Vanilla background for my card, to make my punched focal point pop, but I wanted to add some interest to the background, so I used the Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder to dry emboss the panel. I like the fact that the striped design adds a simple detail that really finishes off the whole card without drawing attention away from the punch art.

I decided to use the cute quotes from the Create a Cupcake stamp set to finish off the inside of my cards.

I love that these cards can be used for people of all ages. They will be perfect for all the birthday parties we get invited to for Carter’s friends! At the same time, I would gladly give them to my friends at work. I hope you are inspired by them too. If so, I hope you will pin this project to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Birthday Basics DSP, Stripes Embossing Folder, or the Create a Cupcake stamp set from Stampin’ Up! now is the perfect time. Remember, these items are on the retiring list, so they are only available while supplies last through June 4th. Also, don’t forget, today is the last day you can enjoy FREE SHIPPING. Don’t miss out… shop now in my online store! Every $50 order will qualify for a free gift from me.

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for April 22-28

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through April 28.

And, don’t forget… Today is the last day for FREE SHIPPING on all orders! There is no minimum order to qualify.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

$22.95

1-3/4 Inch Scallop Circle Punch

Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

Jet Black Stazon Pad

Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad

Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin’ Pad

Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad

Crisp Cantaloupe Classic Stampin’ Pad

Bermuda Bay 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Crisp Cantaloupe 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper

$10.95

Mini Glue Dots

Fabulous Florets – Clear-Mount Stamp

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Rich Razzleberry – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″; Bermuda Bay – 4-1/4″ x 11″; Crisp Canteloupe – 4-1/4″ x 11″

Panels: Very Vanilla – 4″ x 5-1/4″ two panels (front and inside of card)

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Scalloped Tag Topper – 2″ x 3-1/2″ panel punched on both ends (various designs from the Birthday Basics DSP); one 1-3/4″ scalloped circle punch – Rich Razzleberry, Bermuda Bay, or Crisp Canteloupe; one Cupcake stamped on Very Vanilla; one Modern Label Punch – Rich Razzleberry or Bermuda Bay; one Word Window Punch – Very Vanilla

Fabulous Florets Layered Panel Birthday Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Hello stampers! Today’s birthday card features the Fabulous Florets, En Francais, and Build-a-Cupcake stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! These are three of the sets that will be retiring on June 4th and are available only while supplies last. I absolutely adore these sets! If you don’t have them in your collection, please consider getting them before they are gone.

Today’s color scheme was inspired by the Dynamic Duos Color Challenge #99

For this card, I decided to try making a video tutorial. This is my first foray into the world of video demonstration, so I would love your feedback. Please let me know what you like about it and how I could improve in the future. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner who left me a comment will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I like how this card turned out. I think the combination of the Fabulous Florets and En Francais stamp sets is very elegant. I also like the effect of the tone on tone stamping of the card base. I hope you like this lovely card too! If so, I hope you will pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Fabulous Florets, En Francais, or Create-a-Cupcake stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! now is the perfect time. These stamp sets are on the retiring list, so they are only available while supplies last through June 4th. Also, you can enjoy FREE SHIPPING until Friday, April 25th. Don’t miss out… shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies or have any questions, I would love to help you out. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for April 22-28

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through April 28.

And, don’t forget… FREE SHIPPING on all orders April 21-25! There is no minimum order to qualify.

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Create A Cupcake – Clear-Mount Stamp

En Français

$13.95

Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Pad

Smoky Slate Classic Stampin’ Pad

Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad

Blooming With Kindness Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Rich Razzleberry – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Basic Black – 3″ x 4-1/4″ panel; Very Vanilla – 2-3/4″ x 4″ panel, 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel (inside of card)

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Basic Gray – Modern Label Punch; Very Vanilla – Word Window Punch

Blooming with Kindness Tag Topper Birthday Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 20, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Happy Easter everyone! I hope that you have a wonderful day relaxing with friends and family today. This holiday snuck up on me, so I don’t have an Easter card to share today. However, I do have another birthday card for you featuring the Blooming with Kindness stamp set from Stampin’ Up! If you follow my blog, you will know that it is one of my favorite stamps!

This elegant card includes a cute closure created using the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch. I just love the special element the ribbon and closure create. Opening the card is like opening a beautifully wrapped gift. Please leave me a comment to tell me what you think about it. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I began my card with a Pool Party card base. To create the card closure, I bent the card in half (without creasing it) and punched through both layers along the short end of the card with the tag topper punch. Then I cut off the excess left by the tag topper punch. Next, I scored the card so that the inside measured 4-1/4″ x 5-1/5″.

Next I cut panels of Island Indigo and Whisper White for the front and inside of my card. I inked up the En Francais background stamp in Pool Party ink. I stamped off on a scrap of paper before stamping my white panel. Then I stamped the flower from Blooming with Kindness on the front panel using Island Indigo ink. For the top bloom, I applied the ink directly, but for the bottom one, I stamped off first and then stamped again on my panel. Next, I stamped my sentiment from the Petite Pairs stamp set onto a scrap of whisper white using Island Indigo ink. I punched it out using the Large Oval Punch and layered it onto a Scalloped Oval in Island Indigo using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Then, I stamped two butterflies on Pool Party card stock using the Papillon Potpourri stamp set with pool party ink. Finally, I applied a small pearl for the head of the butterfly. The butterflies were attached using mini glue dots.

To finish off my card, I stamped the flower from Blooming with Kindness several times using Island Indigo and Pool Party ink. For some of the blooms I stamped off on a scrap of paper first to give the image greater depth. Once the inside of my card was finished, I tied it closed with some white ribbon to create an elegant bow. Finally, I stamped the envelope to match.

I hope you have enjoyed today’s project. If so, I hope you will pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Blooming with Kindness stamp set or any of the other wonderful products from Stampin’ Up! you can shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies or have any questions, I would love to help you out. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for April 15-21

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through April 21.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

En Français

$13.95

$16.95

Petite Pairs – Clear-Mount Stamp

$20.95

Papillon Potpourri Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$14.95

Bitty Butterfly Punch

Scalloped Tag Topper Punch

$22.95

Basic Pearls Jewel Accents

Pool Party 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

Island Indigo 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad

Island Indigo Classic Stampin’ Pad

Mini Glue Dots

Fabulous Florets – Clear-Mount Stamp

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Pool Party – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Island Indigo – 4″ x 5-1/4″ panel, 2-1/4″ x 5-1/4″ panel; Whisper White – 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ panel, 2-1/8″ x 5-1/8″ panel

Sentiment/Die Cuts: Island indigo – one scalloped oval; Whisper White – One large oval, Pool Party – two bitty butterflies.

Non-Stampin’ Up Products: White Chiffon Ribbon. Substitute with 5/8″ Whisper White Organza Ribbon (114319).

Fabulous Florets Triple Time Thank You Card – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

Today’s project is a lovely floral card that features the Fabulous Florets and Summer Silhouettes stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! I saw this card design on Pinterest, and knew I just had to CASE (copy and share everything) it!

I changed the orientation and the sentiment, but everything else on the front of the card is exactly as Sandi MacIver designed it to be. I just loved her choice of colors, and the beauty achieved by the resist technique paired with the layered panels. Sandi has a great video tutorial that shows exactly how to create this card. She gives wonderful step by step instructions about how to achieve all the techniques in this project. I have provided a link for her video tutorial at the bottom of this post after the supply list. If you are interested in the details of how to create this card, I would definitely recommend watching Sandi’s video.

I just love the “Triple Time” layered panel technique of this card. It gives an added element of interest to the card design. Please leave me a comment to tell me what you think about it. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

I needed to stock up on some extra thank you cards, so I chose the “Thanks So Much” greeting from simply sketched for my card today. I also decided to stamp my envelope and add some extra design elements to the inside of my card. You know me, I don’t like to leave the inside of my card “naked.”

I don’t normally re-create the work of someone else almost exactly, but I just loved the design of this one. There wasn’t much I wanted to change. As we head into spring, my dogwood trees and azaleas are starting to bloom. This card reminds me of the beauty of this season. I hope you have enjoyed this lovely card too! If so, I hope you will pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you find inspiration from this blog, one way you can show your support is by selecting me as your personal Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator. If you are interested in purchasing the Fabulous Florets or Summer Silhouettes stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! you can shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies or have any questions, I would love to help you out. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

Visit my online store here.
Shop the Clearance Rack here.

WEEKLY DEALS for April 15-21

Click here to see the Weekly Deals from Stampin’ Up! in my online store. The Weekly Deals are only while supplies last and only available at these great prices through April 21.

Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Simply Sketched

$10.00

Summer Silhouettes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

White Stampin’ Emboss Powder

$4.75

Crumb Cake 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad

Versamark Pad

$7.50

Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Pad

Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad

Serene Silhouettes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Card Stock Cuts

Card Base: Crumb Cake – 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″

Panels: Very Vanilla – 2″ x 3-1/4″ panel, 3″ x 4-1/4″ panel, two panels 4″ x 5-1/4″ (front and inside of card); Crumb Cake – 2-1/4″ x 3-1/2″ panel, 3-1/4″ x 3-1/2″ panel

Sentiment/Die Cuts: N/A

Video Tutorial: Click here to view Sandi MacIver’s video tutorial for this card.

Serene Silhouettes Mountain Scene for My Dad – Stampin’ Up!

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Handcrafting with Heather

I just can’t seem to stay away from the Serene Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! It is one of my new favorites! Today’s card was inspired by a very similar one created by Michelle Zindorf. As soon as I saw her card, I was blown away by the artistry. It opened up a whole new world of artistic possibilities that can be achieved with a little sponging! I made a few modifications to her design to make it my own, but the creative credit for this one definitely goes to Michelle. Although I’m a little early, this peaceful mountain sunset scene reminded me of my dad, so I decided to make it a Father’s Day card. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Isn’t the scenery on the front of this card just gorgeous! Well, you won’t believe how easy it is to achieve! If you are in love with this card as much as I am, please leave me a comment. During the month of April, I will be doing a drawing each Sunday. One lucky winner will receive one of the featured products from Sale-a-bration. So, if you missed out on the free items during the sale, now is your chance to win one! Also, if you enjoy reading my posts, why not have them delivered to your inbox automatically. Just click on the “follow” button in the sidebar.

Now let’s get to how you can create a card like this one on your own. I used a lot of cool new techniques on this one, and I can’t wait to share them with you.

I began by rolling Old Olive ink onto my Square Lattice Textured Impression Embossing Folder using a brayer. You will get a different impression depending on which side of the folder you apply your ink to. I rolled the ink on the back side of the folder, then I carefully placed a panel of Old Olive card stock inside and ran it through my Big Shot. Then I adhered my embossed panel to a Pool Party card base using Tombow Multipurpose Liquid Glue. I just love how that technique makes the embossed design pop!

Next, I swiped my So Saffron and Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pads directly across a panel of Whisper White card stock. Don’t worry if your ink is streaky, it will actually add to the design in the end.

To create my mountain range, I placed a post-it note just below my horizon line. Then I tore a piece of paper and stuck it to my work surface with two other post-its.

Next, I started layering in my ink. I started with Tempting Turquoise ink, applying it with a stamping sponge. Then I moved my torn paper and layered in some more.

I continued moving my paper and adding more layers of ink until I was satisfied with my mountain range. At the end, I went back in and added some Marina Mist and Night of Navy ink toward the bottom of the mountains.

Once I was happy with my misty island, I used a sponge to add some So Saffron and Cherry Cobbler ink to the sky to give it a sunset effect.

Then, I added some greenery to the foreground, by sponging on some Old Olive ink near the bottom of my art piece.

For the final step, I inked up the tree from Serene Silhouettes using Stazon Black ink and stamped it on the left hand side of my panel. I added some of the Stazon ink across the bottom of the panel using a sponge give some more depth to the foreground.

I mounted my finished art piece onto a panel of Always Artichoke card stock and added it to the front of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Then I stamped the “Happy Father’s Day” greeting from the Teeny Tiny Wishes stamp set onto a scrap of Whisper White card stock. I punched it out using the Word Window Punch. Then I punched some Always Artichoke card stock using the Modern Label Punch. I inked around the edges with Old Olive ink and layered everything together with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I finished off the inside of my card by sponging along the bottom of a Whisper White panel with Old Olive and Stazon Black ink. Then I stamped the tree image from Serene Silhouettes in the bottom right corner.

I absolutely love how this card turned out. I think it may be my favorite creation to date! I hope you have enjoyed it too! If so, I hope you will pin it to Pinterest for me. If you scroll to the bottom of this post, you will find a complete list of supplies used to make today’s project, including the dimensions for the card stock cuts. Below the supply list, you will find a “pin it” button. I would appreciate your help in spreading the word about my work. Also, don’t forget to leave me a comment for your chance to win a free stamp set from Sale-a-bration!

If you are interested in purchasing the Serene Silhouettes stamp set from Stampin’ Up! you can shop now in my online store! If you need any stamping supplies, I would love to be your personal Demonstrator. Just click on Order Stampin’ Up! Online Now in the main menu or in the sidebar to go directly to my online store. Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions. I’m here to help!

Happy Stamping!

Heather

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Stampin’ Up! items used to create today’s project:

If you would like to order any of the products featured in today’s project, click the images below to order from my online store.

Teeny Tiny Wishes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$26.95

Square Lattice Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die

Pool Party 8-1/2 X 11 Card Stock

Old Olive 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Always Artichoke 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

Whisper White 8-1/2X11 Card Stock

So Saffron Classic Stampin’ Pad

Pool Party Classic Stampin’ Pad

Tempting Turquoise Classic Stampin’ Pad

Marina Mist Classic Stampin’ Pad

Night Of Navy Classic Stampin’ Pad

Cherry Cobbler Classic Stampin’ Pad

Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad

Jet Black Stazon Pad

Brayer And Rubber Attachment

$12.50

Stamping Sponges

$3.50