Thinking of You w/Stamp Simply

Today I'm up on the Stamp Simply Blog where I'm sharing this sweet little Thinking of You card.  When I use any of the stamps from Stamp Simply, I know I'll be able to create a lovely card with the perfect sentiment.  In fact, the card I'm sharing today uses just one stamp set from Stamp Simply for the floral image and the sentiment.  There are so many great stamp sets at Stamp Simply that work this way, as well as being great when combined with other Stamp Simply products.

The patterned papers I used are some very old October Afternoon papers from my stash.  However, you will find lots of great paper choices at Stamp Simply such as the Echo Park Farmer's Market 6x6 Paper Pad which would be a great choice for recreating this card.  I did some machine stitching on the edges of my paper and then ripped/tattered the edges.

I added a length of 1.5" Cluny Crochet Natural Lace and some May Arts Jute that I wrapped around my card.  The gorgeous flowers were stamped using the Pretty Poppies Stamp Set and were cut using the coordinating Pretty Poppies Steel Dies.  I also cut a few paper strips using the Fishtail Banner Dies that I used for my sentiment and for added layers.

The beautiful stamps from Stamp Simply make it easy to create amazing cards.  This week, the stamp set I used (Pretty Poppies Stamp Set) as well as the Delightful Dahlias Stamp Set and dies are on SALE.  This is a great time to grab them for your own collection before this sale ends.  Thanks so much for visiting me here today.

I'm sharing my card here:

The Paper Funday Challenges - Challenge #89 - Anything Goes: Optional Summer Splash - I did use bright Summer colors on my tag with butterflies.  And as always, I've got LOTS of fabulous paper layers.

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenges - Challenge #2627 - Anything Goes Sponsored by Lawn Fawn

Blessings,

Karen

Thinking of You Folio w/Stamp Simply

Those of you who know me best are well aware that I like to create within my own little creative box or in my creative comfort zone so to speak.  Rarely do I ever venture out and try a fancy fold or a new technique.  I've said for many years that I need to break out of this bad habit and try new things.  While I am getting a little bit better about it, I still have a very long way to go.  It's a creative journey, right?  Today I'm sharing something a bit different.  I saw this done on an Instagram Reel and decided to give it a try.  As always, the wonderful products from Stamp Simply made it easy.

I used patterned papers from the lovely Bright Blooms 6x6 Craft Consortium Paper Pad to create this sweet little folio.  Along with the papers, I also attached a piece of White May Arts 3/8" Crochet Lace to the front and on the inside pockets.    The poppies and sentiments on the front were all stamped using the lovely Pretty Poppies Stamp Set.  I cut the flowers with the Pretty Poppies Die.  A few sequins completed the front of my project.

Here's the inside view.  My plan is to tuck a hand-written letter in the left side pocket.  The right side pocket contains a pretty bookmark that I created by stamping the sentiment and music swirls onto white cardstock using the sweet Worship & Praise Stamp Set.  I layered it with more of the papers from the Bright Blooms 6x6 Craft Consortium Paper Pad, did some inking, and then added a piece of golden yellow Seam Binding at the top.

There are so many fabulous products waiting for you at Stamp Simply and lots of great inspiration each day on the Stamp Simply Blog.  Thanks so much for stopping by today.  It's always a treat and it's very much appreciated.  Have a wonderfully creative and happy weeks, my sweet creative friends.

Blessings,

Karen

Thinking of You with Sympathy

Hello, sweet friends!  Thanks for visiting me here today.  Unfortunately, from time to time, we all need to send a sympathy card to someone.  It's never something we "want" to do, but it's something we occasionally need to do to let others know how much we care and that we're thinking of them during a difficult time.  Stamp Simply always has the perfect stamps, dies and products to help us create the perfect card for any and every occasion.

This card started with basic black cardstock that I layered with a pretty purple faux wood patterned paper from the Craft Consortium Beach Hut 6x6 Paper Pad.  I layered that with a small piece of white cardstock that's rubbed with Concord Oxide Ink and splattered with water and paint.  I stamped the sympathy sentiments using the Pretty Poppies Stamp Set.

The lovely flowers are also poppies that are found in the same Pretty Poppies Stamp Set.  I colored them with my Copics and cut them using the coordinating Pretty Poppies Steel Dies.  All the die-cuts from Stamp Simply give you a perfect cut every time.  They're amazing - just like all the products at Stamp Simply.  There's a Paper Pad to match every project as well as ribbons and flowers.  Stop by Stamp Simply to check out all their wonderful products.

You'll find lots of fabulous inspiration every day on the Stamp Simply Blog and Stamp Simply Instagram Page.  And, of course, there's always lots of great shopping to do at Stamp Simply.  Thanks so much for stopping by today, and please know that I really appreciate it.  Have a wonderfully creative week.  I hope to see you again soon.

I'm playing along here:

Pammie's Inky Pinkies Challenge - Challenge #2511: Anything Goes

TIME OUT Challenges - Challenge #284 - The Red Carpet - When I saw this fabulous inspiration photo, I was immediately drawn to the bottom left image of the purple ombre dress.  Fabulous!  That completely inspired my card.  The flowers are tall and thin just like the model, and the flowers are the purple gown that clothe the stems (her body).  Tall, strong and beautiful in purple.

What's inspiring you this week?

Blessings,

Karen

Thinking of You w/Stamp Simply

Is there someone in your life that you've been thinking about?  It's always a good idea to let people know when they're on your mind.  Stamp Simply Clear Stamps has SO many great stamps and sentiments to let people know that you care.  Stop by Stamp Simply to check out all their amazing stamp sets, sentiments, dies and more.  Here's the card I made to let my dear friend know that I've been thinking about her a lot lately.  I trust that it will be a blessing and encouragement to her when I pop it in the mail this week.

I used basic black cardstock and some beautiful patterned papers from the Carta Bella Gather at Home 6x6 Paper Pad.  I used one of the patterned papers for the background/base and two others for the decorative border strip using the Tim Holtz Crochet Border Dies.  I also added a piece of 0.5" Venice Katarina Ivory Lace to my card.  Isn't it pretty?  The peachy color background was created from a piece of white watercolor paper that I rubbed with Tim Holtz Saltwater Taffy Oxide Ink.  I also rubbed on Hickory Smoke Oxide Ink using a Brick Stencil.

I used the Pretty Poppies Stamp Set for the gorgeous flowers and the lovely sentiment (Thinking of You).  I colored the flowers with Copic markers and cut them with the coordinating Pretty Poppies Die.  I added a double length of knotted Canteloupe Baker's Twine.  In addition to all their AMAZING stamps and dies, there's always a perfect lace, trim or embellishment for your cards at Stamp Simply.

I added several ivory paint droplets using acrylic paint.  That's about it.  Stamp Simply always has the perfect stamps with sentiments and images for every occasion.  It's great to let people know when you're thinking about them, and receiving a handmade card is always a blessing.  I encourage you to check out Stamp Simply.  You're going the LOVE what you find there.  Thanks so much for stopping by today.

I'm playing along here in these fun challenges that I enjoy:

Simon Says Stamp Wednesday Challenge - Simon Says "Fun With Dies" - This card uses a Stamp Simply die for the flowers and a Sizzix die for the fancy borders.

Stencil Fun Challenge Blog - February Theme: Anything Goes/Optional - Hearts - I didn't use any hearts on this card, but I did use a cute Brick Stencil to create the background.

Inkspirational Challenges - Challenge #283 - Use Stencils/Optional Twist: Splatter - I used a fun Tim Holtz Brick Stencil on my card.  I also did the twist of "SPLATTER"; but it's a very controlled splatter of cream acrylic paint that I added here and there on my card.  I did a controlled splatter just so that I'd get my paint spots exactly where I wanted them as opposed to being random and ending up with a hot mess like I usually do.  LOL

Blessings,

Karen