Creative Worship Stamps Fun w/BYSHC

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So......today I'm participating in the Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers' Christmas Blog Hop.  Creative Worship Stamps is one of the AWESOME sponsors of this special event.  If you're not year familiar with Creative Worship Stamps, you won't want to miss out on seeing what this AWESOME company has to offer.  To mention just a few, Creative Worship carries unique and original stamps, dies, and stencils in the best varieties imaginable.  From texturizing background stamps to beautiful images, Creative Worship really has a lot to offer crafters.

This card started with a light kraft cardstock layered with cream cardstock, layered with kraft tissue paper, layered with a woodgrain patterned paper (Carta Bella Spring Market) and a red plaid patterned paper (Doodlebug).  I machine stitched all the layers together.  I used the Scallop Border Dies to cut several border strips from the kraft tissue paper as well as some cork paper.  I just LOVE all the stamps and dies in this set.

The only thing I used that ISN'T from Creative Worship Stamps is the Paper Sweeties tag die I used.  I stamped all the sentiments using the NEW Thoughtful Wreaths Stamp Set and cut the main one using the NEW coordinating Thoughtful Wreaths Dies.  It's so cool having sentiment dies to raise up; which I did with some 3-D White Foam Tabs.  The tag also includes borders from the Scallop Border Dies and a cute tag from the Tabs Tickets & More Dies.

The gorgeous wreaths are found in the Thoughtful Wreath Stamp Set.  I stamped the wreaths and foliage pieces in green ink.  I cut them using the Thoughtful Wreath Dies.  I cut some extra wreaths using the Lovely Wreaths Dies.  The extra wreaths (on top) were cut from cork paper.  It's a shame that the stamped wreaths are covered because they really are lovely.  I also tucked in some White Crochet Lace and Ivory Burlap String.

I hand-cut the little tag; and again, the sentiment is found in the Thoughtful Wreaths Stamp Set.  Everything in this FABULOUS NEW Release from Creative Worship Stamps is worth taking a look at, and then a second look.  Well, friends, I'm so glad you stopped by to say hello to me today.  Hopefully, you will create a Christmas card (or 2) and come play along at BYSHC Christmas in July Blog Hop.  We all need to start working on those Christmas cards, right?

I'm sharing my card in the following:

BYSHC Christmas in July Linky Party - I'm sharing my Christmas card/tag set on behalf on sponsor, Creative Worship Stamps.  What a FUN linky party.  A Note to Crystal & Design Team:  I entered the above card through this blog post, and I entered the matching tag through my Instagram Page.

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Stitch It" and I machine stitched the edges of this card as well.

TIME OUT Challenge - Challenge #293 - Inspired by Your Favorite Song - My favorite Christmas song, since this is another Christmas card, is Merry Christmas (the version by Ed Sheeran and Elton John).  I used the same Merry Christmas sentiment as my previous entry.  LOVE that song.

Happy crafting, everyone.

May God bless you,

Karen

Noel & Joyful Christmas Greetings

Christmas in July is always such FUN!  I'm continuing to play along over at the Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers' Christmas in July Linky Party, and it would be fabulous if you would come by and join in on all the excitement.  I don't have a whole lot of Christmas cards made, but this special event has me busy getting a head start on all the Christmas cards I still need to make this year.

I started with kraft and red cardstock for my base.  I used a complete mish mash of old patterned paper scraps and bits to create this card.  I layered on papers, corrugated cardboard scraps, vintage scotch tape, machine stitching, chipboard ephemera, a Maya Road kraft ticket, etc.  It's truly a bit of this and a bit of that from my Christmas bins.

I used an old (retired) stamp set called Bold Scripty Christmas Sentiments from Simon Says Stamp.  I still love this old stamp set and the pretty font of these sentiments.  The little chipboard pieces are from Carta Bella, I believe.  I sorta crumpled up the kraft patterned paper to wrinkle/scrunch it before machine stitching it to my card base.

Be sure to check out the Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers' Christmas in July Linky Party.  I know that Crystal and her talented Design Team would love to see your holiday cards; so come, join the fun.  I look forward to seeing you out there in blogland and the social media world where I can view your cards as well.  Thanks so much for stopping by today.  I appreciate you.

I'm sharing my cad here:

Build Your Stash Holiday Cardmakers' Christmas in July Linky Party - Anything Goes Christmas

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Stitch It" and I machine stitched quite a bit on this card.

Blessings,

Karen

Merry Christmas w/Creative Worship Stamps

The fun continues over at BYSHC Christmas in July Linky Party.  I'm sharing another fun Christmas card today that showcases some of the fabulous NEW Release from a sponsor of this special event, Creative Worship Stamps.  This is a great time to get a head start on your Christmas cards and come join the fun for a chance to win some really great prizes.  I'm sure crossing my fingers and saying a prayer or two.

I just kraft cardstocks layered with some really old patterned papers from my stash.  One is Echo Park and the other (red words) is from October Afternoon.  I machine stitched them together.  I also cut several rows of borders using the Scallop Border Dies and a piece of lace.  I cut three wreaths using the NEW Lovely Wreaths Dies.  I used the NEW Thoughtful Wreaths Stamp Set to stamp the lovely sentiment.  I cut the sentiment using the Thoughtful Wreaths Dies.  I raised up the sentiment just a bit using 3-D White Foam Tabs.

I added some Solid Ivory Baker's Twine and some red berries to my wreath.  I stamped two little sets of holly leaves in brown ink using the Thoughtful Wreaths Stamp Set.  I cut them using the Thoughtful Wreaths Dies, and I tucked them in to the little bow.  This new Thoughtful Wreaths Stamp Set has so many awesome sentiments and images.  This amazing and versatile set can be used all year round, including Christmas and for every other occasion.  It's absolutely an awesome new set.

Underneath the sentiment as well as at the bottom left of my card and upper right, I added an accent cut from light kraft cardstock using the fun Tabs Tickets & More Dies.  This is another really FUN die-cut set for adding tabs and accents to your cards and projects.  Creative Stamps products make it SO EASY to create adorable cards.  Come by Creative Worship Stamps to look around at all that awaits you.

I'm sharing this card in the following:

BYSHC Christmas in July Linky Party - Anything Goes Christmas - I'm using products from sponsor, Creative Worship Stamps.

Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenge - Simon Says "Stitch It" and I machine stitched the edges of this card.

TIME OUT Challenge - Challenge #293 - Inspired by Your Favorite Song - My favorite Christmas song, since this is a Christmas card, is Merry Christmas (the version by Ed Sheeran and Elton John) to be specific.

Happy card making, friends.

Blessings,

Karen

Thankful For You w/Stamp Simply

There are so many great stamps and dies at Stamp Simply, and I love them all.  However, there are always those few "favorites" we all have; and the set I used on this card I'm sharing with you today is just one of those special sets to me.  You're always sure to find something you'll love when you stop at Stamp Simply to look around much like the way I felt when I first saw this gorgeous stamp set.

I used black cardstock for the base of my card, an orange patterned paper, and then a piece of woodgrain patterned paper found in the Craft Consortium's Scorched Wood 6x6 Paper Pad.  Once I placed all my layers together, I stamped the lovely Vintage Seed Packet Background Stamp image in burnt orange.  I splattered the paper (cream) with brown paint for color.

Next, I used the Falling Leaves Border Stamp Set to stamp the sentiment, and I cut it using the Fishtail Banner Dies.  I cut all the twigs found in the Vintage Ovals & Twigs Dies two times and simply colored them with my Copics.  I attached the sentiment strip and twigs all around the oval in the center of the card.  That's about it, really.  Quite simple, and yet so pretty.  Stamp Simply makes it easy to create pretty cards.

Thanks so much for stopping by to say hello today.  It's always a treat to have you visit me, take a peek at my cards, and leave a little note for me here.  I do my best to stop by and say hello to you as well - either on your social media, blog, etc.  You all mean SO much to me.  Have a happy and creative week, everyone.  You can always find lots of great inspiration on the Stamp Simply Blog, too.

I'm sharing my card here:

The Paper Funday Challenges - Challenge #78 - Anything Goes w/Optional Stencils - This is my Entry #5/6

A Cut Above Challenge Blog - July: Anything Goes w/Dies - I used a Fishtail Banner Die and the Twigs & Ovals Dies from Stamp Simply.

Blessings,

Karen

Oh Happy Day w/Really Reasonable Ribbon

When I start creating any type of card or project, one thing I can always count on is that Really Reasonable Ribbon will have the perfect color, design, width, etc. of ribbon or trim that will work with it.  That's because they carry adornment of every kind in so many great styles and colors, widths and choices.  It makes it the FUN part of adorning our projects.  Really Reasonable Ribbon also carries great items like Scor-Tape and other Adhesives, Embellishments, Mulberry Flowers and much more.

I don't often use a lot of yellow; but like I mentioned already, Really Reasonable Ribbon carries the perfect colors every time.  I challenge you to find a color that doesn't have a matching trim at Really Reasonable Ribbon.  Seriously.  I used some older patterned papers from my stash and attached everything securely using Scor-Tape.  The little sentiment is from an Echo Park Spring Market stamp set.  Please let me know if you have any questions.

Across the middle of my card, I ran lengths of Moss/Cream Gingham Ribbon and the Maize Gingham Ribbon which are secured with pieces of Scor-Tape.  The Button card was stamped using an older stamp set from Papertrey Ink.  It's topped with some pretty Miniature Yellow Sweetheart Blossoms, a Pastel Green Apple Blossom, Solid Mint Baker's Twine and Double Head Stamens.

Be sure to check all the amazing inspiration on the Really Reasonable Ribbon Blog and stay up-to-date about special sales and promotions.  I'm sure grateful for your visit here today, and I hope you're having a creative week.  Thanks so much and happy crafting, everyone.

I'm playing along here:

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge - Challenge #2527 - Anything Goes

Blessings,

Karen

Surprise Guest at Seize The Birthday

It's time for a FUN new challenge over at Seize The Birthday, and I've been invited to be the Surprise Guest for July and August.  The optional "Topping" for this challenge is Food/Drink, but you can share any Birthday card in the challenges at Seize The Birthday.  The Design Team and I are excited to see what you'll create to share in this FUN new challenge.

I used a light tan cardstock for my card base.  I topped that with three different patterned papers from the Emma's Shoppe line by Crate Paper.  I cut the layers with a Tim Holtz Postage Die Set.  I machine stitched my first layer.  All the ephemera and stickers are also from this Crate Paper line.  The darling ice cream cones and sentiments are from an older Stampin' Up stamp set called Sweet Ice Cream.

I stamped the scoops of ice cream and raised them with White 3-D Foam Tabs for dimension.  I tucked in a ticket (a super old stash item) that I stamped with another sentiment from the Sweet Ice Cream Stamp Set.  A Tim Holtz miniature paper clip was the finishing touch.  I just LOVE all the sweet layers of paper and yummy colors.  Almost cute enough to eat.  lol

Thanks so much for stopping by to take a peek at my card today.  I really do hope that you'll stop by Seize The Birthday to play along.  It's always more FUN when everyone can join in on the challenge, and we really do enjoy seeing your creativity.  We all need to make more Birthday cards, so why not whip up something to share in this challenge.  Happy crafting.

I'll be playing along in these FUN challenges:

Retro Rubber Challenge Blog - July: Happy Birthday - This card uses a super old (retired) Stampin' Up set called Sweet Ice Cream.  I'm not precisely sure how old it is, but it's definitely a minimum of five years old.

AAA Birthday Challenge Blog - Challenge Game #75 - Summer Birthdays - We love eating Ice Cream all year long, but most especially at Summer Birthdays.

Heart's Quest Celebrations of Love Challenge Blog - July: Special Occasions - I'm sharing a Birthday card.

Festive Friday Challenge - Challenge #188 - My card includes the elements Ice Cream, Cones, Food Related Sentiments (With Sprinkles on Top and Hopes It's Sweet), Pink and Sprinkles.

Pammie's Inky Pinkies - Challenge #2527 - Anything Goes sponsored by the fabulous Lawn Fawn

Blessings,

Karen, Your Surprise Party Guest

Seize The Birthday Challenge Blog

July - August, 2025

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God is Working

Welcome by my blog today, friends!  This post is going live today at the same time as the Creative Worship Stamps July New Release Instagram Hop.  If you stop by my Instagram Page, you can take part in this IG Hop for your chance to WIN a $25 Gift Certificate to spend at Creative Worship.  The NEW Release, and all the products you'll find at Creative Worship, are amazing.  Today I'm sharing a FaithDex project that I created using a couple of the NEW Release items.

I used white cardstock that I rubbed on the edges with a bright purply pink gellato crayon.  The next layer is white cardstock that I stamped using the Vintage Ledger Page Stamp and inking with Tim Holtz Oxide Inks.  Next, I stamped the background using the cool NEW Texture Tiles 13 Stamp Set in a couple different colors.  I did the same thing on the next layer.

Here's a close-up photo of the FaithDex card.  There's an even closer shot down below.  It's a real encouragement to read these words reminding me that while I'm being patient and waiting on Him, God is busy working all things together for good - just as He promised He would do.  I need to wait on Him and His perfect timing.  I just LOVE this NEW God Is Already There Stamp Set that I used for my sentiment here.

I used the Stitched Rectangle Dies to cut the various sized rectangles on my card.  Do you realize that I said this is the Texture Tiles 13 Stamp Set from Creative Worship?  What that means is that there are already 12 other Texture Tiles Stamp Sets available.  Each one contains four different, unique, and always super cool texture backgrounds.

I used Pumpkin, Raspberries, and Concord Grape Oxide Inks; and I also used a bright pinky purple gellato crayon on the backgrounds.  I'm looking forward to the day when my FaithDex box is full and when the pages can stand up on their own.  I won't even begin to tell you the struggles.  They're real.  lol

I love how these stamps make your card look like it has dimension when is doesn't.  It's just a really FUN way to design when you're using Texture Tiles Stamp Sets from Creative Worship.  Be sure to HOP on over to my Instagram Page for your chance to WIN the $25 gift card.  Happy crafting, and thanks again for visiting me here today.

The Paper Funday Challenges - Challenge #78 - July: Anything Goes & Optional Fun w/ Stencils - This project is the Anything Goes option, and it's my Entry #5/6

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge Blog - Challenge #2527 - Anything Goes sponsored by the wonderful Lawn Fawn.

Color Throwdown Challenge Blog - Color Throwdown #836 - I was immediately drawn to this awesome color combination.  How gorgeous is this inspiration photo?

Blessings,

Karen