The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Altenew Beautiful Day Card with Dye and Pigment Ink Tutorial

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  I have a card and a tutorial to share with you using dye and pigment inks to achieve a different look for layering stamps.

Here is the card I designed.  I used the  Altenew - Beautiful Day Clear Stamp set.  This is such a beautiful stamp set and it can be used in so many different ways depending on how you layer the images or if you just use the outline.  

For the first stamped layer I used Rocky Shore from the Altenew - 4 Cube Inks Coffee Break.

Next, I used white pigment ink for the second layer of stamping. I just love how the white ink looks on the kraft paper.

Then, for the third layer of ink I used Mocha which is also from the Altenew - 4 Cube Inks Coffee Break.  After stamping this layer I used a heat tool to dry the inks and also make sure all of the paper was dry before added embossing powder.  I like to pour a little embossing powder on my paper to check and make sure it is good and dry before moving on to the next step.

For the forth and finally stamped layer I used VersaMark Ink and then I added Ranger - Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder.  I used a heat tool to melt and heat set the powders.

I stamped the leaves the same way I stamped the large flowers except I didn't use the Mocha ink since the leaves only have three layers of stamping.  For the tiny vines and flowers I stamped all of those with VersaMark Ink and then I added Ranger - Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder.  I used a heat tool to melt and heat set the powders.  Then for a little sparkle I added some  Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen to the flower centers, vines, and tiny flowers.  To seal in the sparkle and to add a little dimension I added some  Ranger - Glossy Accents.

Here is a close up so you can see some of the sparkle.

Here is another close up.

The sentiment I used is also from the Altenew - Beautiful Day Clear Stamp set.  I stamped the sentiment on to a piece of Vellum using VersaMark Ink.  Then I added Ranger - Super Fine White Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt and heat set the powders.  Make sure your heat tool is good and hot before you bring it to the paper.  This will help melt the powder faster and also help to keep the vellum from warping.  I wrapped the vellum around the back of the paper and taped it in place.

Here is a close up of the bottom portion of the card.

To add a bit more sparkle I added some Prima - Say It In Crystals A Victorian Christmas (Gold Sequins) and  5 mm Crystal Cup Sequins.  To finish off the card I added the card front to a white A2 top folding card base and I added some foam squares in between the layers for added dimension.

I hope you enjoyed today's card share and tutorial!  Experiment with your ink mixing the the dye base and pigment inks to see what kind of fun and unique looked you can come up with.  Just be sure to clean your stamps good in between the inks.

Hop on over to the Stamp Simply blog to find more inspiration from the design team and also check out The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of your paper crafting needs.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Altenew - Beautiful Day Clear Stamps
Paper:  Vellum, Cardstock - Kraft, White
Ink/Pens:  Altenew - 4 Cube Inks Coffee Break (Rocky Shore, Mocha), VersaMark Ink, White Pigment Ink, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen
Accessories:  Ranger - Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder, Ranger - Super Fine White Embossing Powder, Ranger - Glossy Accents, Prima - Say It In Crystals A Victorian Christmas (Gold Sequins), 5 mm Crystal Cup Sequins, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares, Heat Tool

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Altenew Vintage Teacup Watercolor and Graphic45 Cafe Parisian Collection

Hello everyone and happy Friday!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and I have a card to share with you using some of the New Altenew products that Sharon has in the store.  You can click HERE to check out all of the beautiful stamps, dies, and inks from Altenew.

Here is the card I designed.  As soon as I saw the Altenew - Vintage Teacup Clear Stamp Set  I knew it was one I had to have.  I love all thinks vintage, anything tea or coffee related, and I have a teacup collection that was my Great Grandma's.  The vintage teacup stamp set is a layering set and can be used in several ways.  If you want a very simple image you can use the outline stamps or if you want something fancier you can use the detail layers and the floral images.  The set also has two stamps with polk-a-dots.  I used the outline images, detail layers, and the floral stamps for my cup. The stamp set also has some really great sentiments.

I stamped the cup and saucer with VersaMark ink on to a piece of Ranger Watercolor paper (on the smooth side).  Next, I added Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt and heat set the embossing powder.  I used Tim Holtz Distress Inks to watercolor the images.  For the main part of the cup and saucer I used Broken China and Peacock Feathers.  For the flowers I used Worn Lipstick, Picked Raspberry, and Spiced Marmalade and for the leave I used Cracked Pistachio.  Once the paper was dry then I used the coordinating Altenew - Vintage Teacup Die to cut both of the shapes.  For the sentiment I used VersaMark ink and stamped one of the sentiments on to a small piece of white cardstock.  Then I added more of the Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt and heat set the embossing powder.  I cut one end of the paper like a banner and then I inked the edges of the paper with Peacock Feathers Distress Ink.  I layered a couple of the beautiful pattern papers from the Graphic45 - Cafe Parisian Collection 8 x 8 Paper Pad.  The paper and the stamp set really compliment each other.

I added some May Arts Teal Silk 1/4'' Ribbon and Venise Lace .75" - Lucia White to the middle of the card and then I also added a bow.  The cup and saucer were layered over the ribbon, lace, and pattern papers and I used some Therm-O-Web Foam Squares behind the cup and saucer for some added dimension. I added the card front with all of the layered to a white A2 top folding card.  Then I added the sentiment using a few more foam squares.  To finish off the card I added a Prima Flower Serenade Orange to the center of the bow.

Thank you so much for stopping by today and I hope you enjoyed today's card share.

Please be sure to stop by The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and check out all of the fantastic paper crafting products.  Also check out the Stamp Simply blog for more inspiration from the design team.

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Altenew - Vintage Teacup Clear Stamp Set
Paper:  Graphic45 - Cafe Parisian Collection 8 x 8 Paper Pad, Ranger Watercolor, Cardstock - White
Ink:  VersaMark, Tim Holtz Distress Ink - Worn Lipstick, Picked Raspberry, Spiced Marmalade, Broken China, Peacock Feathers, Cracked Pistachio, Altenew - Coffee Break Ink Cubes (Espresso)
Dies:  Altenew - Vintage Teacup Die
Ribbon:  May Arts Teal Silk 1/4'' Ribbon, Venise Lace .75" - Lucia White
Accessories:  Prima Flowers Serenade Orange, Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares

The Stamp Simply Ribbons Store - Altenew Live Life In Full Bloom Card and Tutorial

Hello everyone and happy Friday!  Today, for my Stamp Simply Ribbon Store post I have a fun and very shimmery card and tutorial to share with you.

Here is the card I designed using the Altenew Dahlia Blooms Clear Stamps.  There are a few steps to this card but I promise they are all easy and well worth the outcome.

To start I stamped the flowers and leaves on to some post-it notes and then fussy cut.  If you don't have any post-it notes you can also use some printer/copy paper and a two way glue pen.  **Edit--I just wanted to let everyone know Inkadinkado Stamping Mask Paper is now available in The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.  You can click HERE to find it.  These pieces will be used to mask off the stamping on the card in front and to layer the stamps.  I stamped the first flower with VersaMark ink.  Then, I added Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt and heat set the powder.  Then I added the mask on top of the flower on the card front and stamped another flower right next to it.  I removed the mask and then added more embossing powder and heat set the powders.  I repeated this step several times with the flowers and leaves. Just make sure you have a mask in place anytime you are stamping the images that overlap each other.

Once all of the embossing was done then I colored over all of the flowers and leaves with the Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen,  You just have to stay within the outer outline parts of the flower and leaves so it goes pretty quick to color them in.  The flowers on the right have just the wink of stella on them.  Next, I used a water brush and added some DecoArt Metallic Lustre Gold Rush to each of the petals and leaves.  This isn't anything fancy and there is no real technique.  I just started at the back of each petal/leaf and lightly pounced the water brush with the gold rush to add some color and then worked towards the front of the petal and the color will get lighter.  If the color gets too dark for your liking just take a paper towel and press down on the area to pick up the color.  Also the more water you add the lighter the gold will appear.

Now, I will say this was a little hard to photograph and some of the pictures the gold looks more like a yellow gold but in real life it isn't that bold.  I tried to tweak some of the pictures in photoshop but sometimes deep pink and red colors can be a bit hard to photograph.  But I wanted to let you know it's not as bold as it might look.

In this picture all of the leaves and flowers are colored.

Here is a close up.

I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of  Vellum with VersaMark ink.  Then, I added Ranger Super Fine White Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt and heat set the powder.  I folded the vellum around to the back and taped it in place.  I also used some Bazzill Gold Mirror paper for a second layer on the card.

Here is a close up.  I added a few 5mm Crystal Cup Sequins.

I added the card front to a top folding A2 landscape white card base.  

I hope you enjoyed the card and tutorial.  This is an easy way to add LOTS of shimmer to you card.

Check out The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of your paper crafting goodies.  Also, hop on over to the Stamp Simply blog to see more inspiration from the design team.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Altenew Dahlia Blooms Clear Stamps
Paper:  Bazzill Gold Mirror, Vellum, Cardstcok - Deep Rose, White
Ink:  VersaMark
Accessories:  Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder, Ranger Super Fine White Embossing Powder, Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen, Water Brush, DecoArt Metallic Lustre Gold Rush, 5mm Crystal Cup Sequins, Scrapbook Adhesive by 3L E-Z Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Graphic 45 Mon Amour Card

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store.

I used some of the beautiful papers from the Graphic 45 Mon Amour 8 x 8 Paper Pad.  Mon Amour means 'My Love' in french so this card could be used for a Valentine or Anniversary.  For the background I used a piece of the dark gray paper with the script and then I layered a floral paper on the bottom half.  I layered the pattern paper on to some deep red cardstock that was a prefect match to some of the flowers. Next, I added some Black Seam Binding across the paper to cover up where the layeres meet.  Then I added the paper layers to a black A2 top folding card base.

Before I added the image of the man and woman to the front of the card I went over all of the flowers on the pattern paper and the main image with a Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen.  Then I went over all of the flowers again with some Ranger Glossy Accents.

Here is a close up of the main image that I layered on top of some deep red cardstock.  I used Therm-O-Web Foam Squares in between the paper layers.  

To finish off the card I added a black seam binding bow on the side.  Then I also added some  Prima Interlude Black/Gray Flowers and My Mind's Eye Necessities Black & Gray Enamel Dots.

This card came together pretty quick and with all of the cut apart images in the paper pad you would be able to create several cards.

Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope you enjoyed the card share.  Don't forget to check out The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of you paper crafting supplies.  Also visit the Stamp Simply Blog to see more inspiration from the design team.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Paper:  Graphic 45 Mon Amour 8 x 8 Paper Pad, Cardstock - Deep Red, Black
Ribbon:  Black Seam Binding
Accessories:  Zig Wink of Stella Clear Glitter Brush Pen, Ranger Glossy Accents, Prima Interlude Black/Gray Flowers, My Mind's Eye Necessities Black & Gray Enamel Dots, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Hello Gorgeous I Love You Valentine Card

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and I have a CAS (Clean And Simple) Valentine card to share with you.

Here is the card I designed.  I used some of the pretty papers from the My Mind's Eye - Hello Gorgeous paper collection.  Whenever I am using pattern paper I usually pick two or three different patterns--a bold print, a smaller print, and another print that is close to a solid color or a has a very subtle print.

I used white cardstock and Floral Affair die from Spellbinders to die cut the floral heart.  Then, I applied Delicata Golden Glitz ink to the die cut using a sponge.  Next, I added Ranger Super Fine Clear Embossing Powder and used a heat tool to melt the embossing powders.  I repeated adding the ink and embossing powders two more times.  Doing this adds more dimension to the die cut.

Here is a close up.  The added layers from from the embossing powder give the die cut a faux metal look or a chipboard look depending on the color of embossing powder that is used.  To embellish the wreath I added some Melissa Frances White Pearls to the center of several flowers.  I also added small bits of Foam Squares to the back of the wreath for some extra dimension.

For the sentiment I used stamps from the Altenew - Painted Rose clear stamp set.  I used the same  Delicata Golden Glitz and stamped the sentiment on to a piece of  Vellum but I used a different embossing powder.  For the sentiment I used Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder.  You can see the difference in how the gold looks using different embossing powders.  The clear embossing powder show the true color of the Delicata ink which is more of a golden yellow.  I thought that would bring out the yellow in the flowers on the pattern paper.  Also when you are heat embossing on vellum make sure that your heat tool is good and hot before bringing it to the vellum.  Doing this will help to keep the vellum from warping a lot.  I wrapped the vellum around the bottom half of the paper and taped it in the back.  I also added a few more Melissa Frances White Pearls by the sentiment.

Thank you so much for joining me today and I hope you like the Valentine card I shared.  Please be sure to visit The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of your paper crafting goodies.  Also check out the Stamp Simply Blog to see more inspiration from the design team.

I hope you have a wonderful day and a fantastic weekend!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Altenew - Painted Rose (sentiment)
Paper:  My Mind's Eye - Hello Gorgeous, Vellum, Cardstock - White
Ink:  Delicata Golden Glitz
Dies:  Spellbinders Floral Affair
Accessories:  Ranger Super Fine Clear Embossing Powder, Ranger Super Fine Detail Gold Embossing Powder, Melissa Frances White Pearls,Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L EZ Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Graphic 45 Mon Amour - Love More Valentine Card

Hello everyone!  I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas and you were able to spend time with your loved ones.  Today. is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and I have a CAS (Clean And Simple) Valentine's Day card to share with you.  I know we aren't even into the New Year yet but in the crafting world it's on to the next holiday lol.

Here is the card I designed using the  Graphic 45 Mon Amour Collection 8 x 8 Paper Pad.  All of the paper except for the black cardstock is from the paper collection.  I fussy cut a couple of the beautiful images and a sentiment and then layered them with black cardstock.  The card base is a black top folding 5.5 x 5.5 and I added a couple layers of the pattern paper from the collection.

Here is a close up of the images.  I added some Prima Flowers Interlude Black/Gray and KaiserCraft Fairy Floss Mini Paper Blooms for embellishments.  The Prima flowers are so pretty and they come with a light dusting of glitter on them.  I also added a few Melissa Frances White Pearls around the images and the sentiment.

Like I have mentioned many times in other posts Graphic 45 paper has such beautiful images and you can create a lot of CAS cards just by letting the paper do the work for you.  If you don't have the Graphic 45 Mon Amour Collection 8 x 8 Paper Pad I encourage you to check it out.  The paper pad has so many beautiful images and you would be able to use the papers to create Valentine, Anniversary, Birthday, and Thinking of You cards.

Be sure to check out The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of your paper crafting needs.  Also check out the Stamp Simply Blog for more inspiration from the design team.

Thank you so much for stopping by today!

I hope you have a very Happy and Safe New Year's Eve!!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Paper:  Graphic 45 Mon Amour Collection 8 x 8 Paper Pad, Cardstock - Black
Accessories:  Prima Flowers Interlude Black/Gray, KaiserCraft Fairy Floss Mini Paper Blooms, Melissa Frances White Pearls, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Merry Christmas & Christmas Wishes Card

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and I have a CAS (Clean And Simple) Christmas card to share with you.

I love beautiful pattern papers especially for creating CAS cards.  I know sometimes it can be hard to cut in to those papers.   But a lot of times the papers are so beautiful that cards can be created very quickly if we just let the paper do the work for us. The KaiserCraft Christmas Wishes 6-1/2'' Paper Pad is no exception!  It is filled with gorgeous papers and several dic cuts with wonderful images and sentiments.

I used one of the sentiment die cuts from the paper pad and I layered it with a piece of pink cardstock.  I added some Therm-O-Web Foam Squares in between the layers for some added dimension.

For the card front I used a piece of the gold foiled pattern paper and layered that on to a piece of pink cardstock.  Then, I added May Arts 1.5" Sheer w/Glitter Dots - Gold/Gold and May Arts 5/8" Adhesive Rosettes - Pink across the middle of the card.  Next, I added the May Arts Metallic String Gold and pearls.  I used a pencil to lightly trace around the area where I was going to add the sentiment and then I knew exactly where to adhere the metallic string and pearls.  Then, I added the sentiment and a few KaiserCraft Mini Blooms Fuchsia.  To finish off the card I adhered everything to a white A2 top folding card base.

This card came together so quick and easy and the paper pad is filled with beautiful papers and die cuts so it would be great for creating several cards.

Please be sure to visit The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of you paper crafting goodies.  Also check out the Stamp Simply Blog for more inspiration from the design team.

Winter is in full force here in MN!!  Snow, blowing wind, and bitter cold temps.  I hope you have a wonderful weekend and stay warm!!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Paper:  KaiserCraft Christmas Wishes 6-1/2'' Paper Pad, Cardstock - White, Pink
Ribbon: May Arts 1.5" Sheer w/Glitter Dots - Gold/Gold, May Arts Metallic String Gold, May Arts 5/8" Adhesive Rosettes - Pink, May Arts 3/8" Multi-sized Beaded String - White
Accessories:  KaiserCraft Mini Blooms Fuchsia, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runner, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares

The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store - Peace Watercolor Christmas Card with Distress Inks

Hello everyone!  Today, is my day to post for The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store and I have a beautiful Christmas watercolor card to share with you.

I used the Penny Black - Adornment 3996J wreath stamp on my card.  I know this stamp is a little bit older but I absolutley love it.  I think it is one of my all time favorite wood mounted stamps.  The wreath looks beautiful for the holidays but it is also a stamp that can be used year round and for all different occassions.

To start I stamped the wreath image with VersaMark Ink onto Ranger Watercolor Paper and then I heat embossed it using Ranger Super Fine Embossing Powder - White.

To do the watercolor on the paper I used two colors of Tim Holtz - Distress Inks - Cracked Pistachio and Evergreen Bough.  I love the combination of these two ink colors!  When I do watercolor I have two containers of water and two brushed.  I used one of the containers of water and the #24 paint brush to add clean water to my paper and I used the second container with a #16 paint brush to do the watercolor and rinse off my brush.  I started by adding water to the entier piece of paper.  Then I started adding color with the Cracked Pistachio since it is the lighter color and then I added in the Evergreen Bough.  I kept going back dropping in color and adding water until I liked the look of the watercolor.  Then I set the paper aside to dry.

Here is a close up of the wreath when the paper was still a little wet.

Once the paper was dry then I added little drops of  Ranger - Glossy Accents and sprinkled Tim Holtz - Distress Glitter Clear Rock Candy on top of the glossy accents.

I just love the white embossing and the soft watercolor with just a bit of sprakle.

The sentiment is from the Stamp Simply Clear Stamps - Christmas Blessings SS-012 stamp set.  I used Delicata - Silvery Shimmer ink to stamp the word peace and then I added Ranger Super Fine Embossing Powder - Clear and used my heat tool to melt and heat set the embossing powders.

I added some Therm-O-Web Foam Squares to the watercolor panel and then I added a piece of Luxury Pearlescent Metallic Silver behind the watercolor piece.  I added the May Arts 1.5" Sheer w/Glitter Dots - White/Silver  ribbon and tied it in the front.  This ribbon is another favorite.  It comes in several different colors and it is so sparkly and pretty.  I added the card front to an A2 top folding white card base.  The watercolor on this card is very easy--nothing technical--just dropping in colors so this would be a great card to mass produce for Christmas cards.  I know I will be making a few more like this one.

I hope you enjoyed today's card share!  Please be sure to check out The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store for all of your paper crafting goodies.  Also hop on over to the Stamp Simply Blog to check out more inspriation from the design team.

We have had some beautiful and very unseasonal weather here in Minnesota but I know any day now we will wake up to the white stuff lol.  But in the mean time we will enjoy the days.  Thanks so much for stopping by today and I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Hugs & Smiles,

Heidi

Supplies
Stamps:  Stamp Simply Clear Stamps - Christmas Blessings SS-012, Penny Black - Adornment 3996J
Paper:  Ranger Watercolor Paper, Luxury Pearlescent Metallic Silver, Cardstock - White
Ink:  VersaMark Ink, Tim Holtz - Distress Inks - Cracked Pistachio, Evergreen Bough, Delicata - Silvery Shimmer
Ribbon:  May Arts 1.5" Sheer w/Glitter Dots - White/Silver 
Accessories:  Ranger Super Fine Embossing Powder - White, Ranger Super Fine Embossing Powder - Clear. Tim Holtz - Distress Glitter Clear Rock Candy, Ranger - Glossy Accents, Therm-O-Web Foam Squares, Scrapbook Adhesives by 3L E-Z Runners, Paint Brushes #16, #24, Heat Tool