The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Peace On Earth Christmas Card

Hello and Happy Black Friday!  I hope you all had a very Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving!  We had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving with family and friends.  All of the food was so yummy!  Are you taking advantage of the Black Friday sales and braving the crowds?  My husband went out into the crowds and our oldest son and his girlfriend are hitting the sales at Mall of America--bright and early--5 am!  Not me, I stayed home lol.  Online shopping works for me--laptop, credit card, coffee and I'm good to go lol.  :)  Today, I have a Christmas card to share with you using some of the beautiful Wild Rose Studio pattern papers, embossing folder, and some inks.  Have you ever used a embossing folder with pattern paper?

Here is a look at the card I created.  The pattern paper is from the Wild Rose Studio - Birds & Berries collection.  The papers have so many pretty patterns and images.

I trimmed the paper down to fit the card front.  Then, I used the Darice Embossing Folder Pine Branches in Corner to emboss the pattern paper.  The paper and embossing folder are a perfect match!

I wanted to add some color to the embossed areas so it would really pop.  I picked out some of the Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink to match the paper.  I used the mini ink blending tools to apply the ink.  I used Lucky Clover, Peeled Paint, Vintage Photo, and Salty Ocean.  I love how the inks match so perfectly and the embossed areas totally change the look of the paper.

The sentiment is from the Stamp Simply Clear Stamps - Merry Christmas SS-011 set.  I used VersaMark Ink to stamp onto black cardstock and then I heat embossed with Ranger Super Fine White Embossing Powder.  I added some foam tape on the backside of the sentiment.  I also went over the embossed areas and all of the images with the Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen for some shimmer.  I also squeezed out a little of the Wink of Stella and added some water to it and then tapped the brush over the paper adding more shimmer over the entire card from.  You click on the image to enlarge it and see more shimmer.  

Here is a close up of the little bird and the embossed area.

To finish off the card I added a few drops of Ranger Glossy Accents and sprinkled on some Stampendous Crystal Glitter Multi Ultra Fine.  The card base is a white A2 top folding card.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  I hope you enjoyed the card and tutorial.  If you would like to see more card inspiration I encourage you to visit the Stamp Simply Blog.  All of the supplies to create the card are listed and linked below and can be found at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

If you braved the crowds for Black Friday I hope you found some amazing deals!

Happy Holiday!

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Stamp Simply Clear Stamps - Merry Christmas SS-011
Paper:  Wild Rose Studio - Birds & Berries, Cardstock - White, Black
Ink:  VersaMark Ink, Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Ink - Lucky Clover, Peeled Paint, Vintage Photo, Salty Ocean
Accessories:  Darice Embossing Folder Pine Branches in Corner, Ranger Super Fine White Embossing Powder, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen, Stampendous Crystal Glitter Multi Ultra Fine, Ranger Glossy Accents, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Runner, Foam Tape

Tonic Studios - Fall Banner

I can't believe Thanksgiving is this week (for all of us in the States)!  It seems like after Halloween the time just flies by with Thanksgiving and Christmas.  If you are looking for some last minute Fall home decor that won't take to long to whip up I have a pretty Fall banner to share with you.  

You can click on the photos to enlarge them and see all of the details. 

Here is a close up of one of the letters.

If you would like to see more photos and find out all of the details for how I created this banner you can click HERE to visit the Tonic Studios Blog.  I have a full step-by-step tutorial on the blog.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Heidi

Supplies
 DuoCap Initials Pretoria A-N Die Set 608e 
Jubilant Jubilee Beautiful Bunting Die Set 1798e 
Autumnal Oat Die Set 1431e 
Fallen Leaves Die Set 1433e 
Pinecone Season Die Set 1430e 
Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive 200N 
Nuvo Glitter Markers Ember Glow 170N (Gold) 
Nuvo Crystal Drops - Autumn Red 683N 
Essentials Easy Clean Mat 1514e 
Tim Holtz – 8″ Guillotine – 160e 
Tim Holtz – 5 inch/ 12.3cm Mini Snips – 816e 
Tangerine Die Cutting Machine with Plates 138e 
Lawn Fawn Perfectly Plaid Paper 
Cardstock - Brown, Black 
Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Inks - Spiced Marmalade, Vintage Photo, Cracked Pistachio, Walnut Stain Mini Ink Blending Tools with Sponges 
Seam Binding - Brown, Tan, Yellow, Orange, Sea Green, Burgundy 

Quick DIY Fall Jar Candle Holder - Tonic Studios

Hello everyone!  I have very quick DIY Fall home decor project to share with you.  This project is fast, inexpensive and would also make a great gift if you are going to someone else's house to celebrate Thanksgiving.  I also have a great tip to share with you over on the Tonic Studios Blog. :) 

If you would like to find out all of the details and see a step-by-step tutorial on how to create this Fall jar candle holder you can click HERE to visit the Tonic Studios Blog.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Happy Crafting!

Heidi

Supplies

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Cosmic Brown 810N 

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Orange Blush 812N 

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse Persian Red 818N 

Nuvo Glitter Drops Golden Sunset 757N 

Nuvo Crystal Drops Autumn Red 683N 

Essentials Easy Clean Mat 1514e 

Tangerine Die Cutting Machine with Plates 138e 

Ball Mason Jar (or you could use a recycled jar) 

Ranger Cut-N-Dry Sponge 

Post-It Tape 

Post-It Notes (full adhesive) 

Twine 

Battery Operated Candle 

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Just Believe CAS Christmas Card

Hello and happy Friday!  I can't believe how fast this month has just flown by.  Next week it will be Thanksgiving here in the States.  Now is the time to be working on Christmas cards before all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season sets in.  Today, I have a very CAS (Clean And Simple) Christmas card to share with you using some of the beautiful papers from Kaisercraft.

Here is a look at the card I designed.  Now I have good news and bad news.  The bad new is that the Christmas Jewel Collection is sold out--I'm very sorry!  But the good news is all of the Kaisercraft Collections have such a beautiful assortment of papers, cut apart images, and sentiments you could very easily recreate this card with any of the other collections.  With a few layers of paper, a little foam tape and some Petaloo Baby Blooms Purple flowers this card came together in a matter of minutes.

Here is a close up of the sentiment and flowers.  You can also see the pretty foil detail on the paper.  A lot of the Kaisercraft Collections include foiling and sometimes embossed papers too.

To finish the card I added the layered card front panel to a white A2 top folding card base.

Thank you so much for joining me today and I hope you enjoyed this CAS Christmas card.  If you would like to see more card inspiration I encourage you to visit the Stamp Simply Blog.  All of the supplies to create the card are listed and linked below and can be found at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Happy creating!

Heidi

Supplies
Paper:  Kaisercraft Christmas Jewel Collection, Cardstock - White
Accessories:  Petaloo Baby Blooms Purple, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Runner, Foam Tape

The Stamp Simply Store - Harvest Meadow Thanksgiving Card

Hello everyone!  Today, I have a CAS (Clean And Simple) Fall card to share with you using one of the Stamp Simply Clear Stamp sets and the beautiful papers from the Wild Rose Studio - Harvest Meadow collection.

I stamped the sentiment from the Stamp Simply Clear Stamp - Give Thanks SS-009 stamp set using Memento Tuxedo Black Ink on to a small piece of paper from the collection.  Then I layered it with another piece of the paper in a reddish orange color.  I used that same paper for a layered mat on the card.  For the card front I used a beautiful pattern paper with some wildflowers.  I added some Foam Tape behind the sentiment for some dimension.

Next, I added some May Arts 3/8" Solid Two Tone Copper ribbon with a bow down the left side of the card.  To finish off the card I added some Petaloo Botanica Collection - Red Minis and Peach Minis.

The card base is an ivory A2 top folding card.  This is another paper collection that would be great to make multiple CAS cards.  If you like the card design but would rather not have the bulk from the bow and flowers for mailing you could just have a strip of the ribbon on the side and maybe add some enamel dots or sequins.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!  If you would like to see more card inspiration from the design team I encourage you to check out the Stamp Simply Blog.  All of the supplies used to create the card are listed and linked below and can be found at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Happy Crafting!

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Stamp Simply Clear Stamp - Give Thanks SS-009
Paper:  Wild Rose Studio - Harvest Meadow, Cardstock - Ivory
Ink:  Memento Tuxedo Black Ink
Ribbon:  May Arts 3/8" Solid Two Tone Copper
Accessories:  Petaloo Botanica Collection - Red Minis, Peach Minis, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Runner, Foam Tape

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Peace On Earth Christmas Card with Ink Smooshing.

Hello everyone and happy Friday!  Today, I have a beautiful Christmas card to share with you using one of the stamp sets and die sets from The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Here is a look at the card I designed.  Don't you just love the soft colors in the background?  I had some fun playing with the Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Inks.  But you might be surprised to know I did the ink smooshing technique and achieved such light colors.  Actually I didn't lol.  The secret is to use a vellum overlay.

Here is a look at the paper with the smooshing technique.  The vellum makes such a huge difference.  I used im Holtz Distress Oxide Inks - Wilted Violet, Salty Ocean, and Faded Jeans.  

I stamped the sentiment on to the Vellum and the star on to a piece of white cardstock using VersaMark Ink and then heat embossing with Ranger Super Fine Detail Embossing Powder.  I used the Stamp Simply Steel Dies - Merry Christmas Star SS-DIE008 to die cut the star.

Here is a close up of the star.  I added some imply Stories Record It Enamel Dots for embellishments and added Foam Tape to pop up the star.  I applied adhesive to the backside of the vellum where the star and enamel dots are to hold the vellum in place on the card front.

Here is a close of the sentiment and the background.

To finish off the card I trimmed down the watercolor and vellum and added foam tape to the back and then added the card front to a white A2 top folding card base.  This card came together pretty quick and easy and would be a great one to make multiples of if you don't mind your fingers getting a little inky.

Thank you so much for stopping by today!  If you would like to see more card inspiration I encourage you to check out the Stamp Simply Blog.  All supplies used for the card are listed and linked below and can be found at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

Happy Crafting!

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Stamp Simply Clear Stamps - Merry Christmas SS-011
Paper:  Ranger Watercolor Paper, Vellum, Cardstock - White
Ink:  VersaMark Ink, Tim Holtz Distress Oxide Inks - Wilted Violet, Salty Ocean, Faded Jeans
Dies:  Stamp Simply Steel Dies - Merry Christmas Star SS-DIE008
Accessories:  Ranger Super Fine Detail Embossing Powder, Simply Stories Record It Enamel Dots, Scrapbook Adhesives By 3L Foam Tape, E-Z Runner, Craft Mat, Heat Tool