Thursday, May 14, 2009

More Papertrey Ink

This is a bitter-sweet post for me! I have had so much fun over the past two months being Papertrey Ink's Distinguished Guest Designer. I would like to thank Nichole for giving me such a wonderful opportunity. Papertrey Ink, since day one, has been one of my all-time favorites. So...with that being said, why not share some more Papertrey Ink goodness.

When I first saw the new "Bird Watching" set, I was giddy! It is so cute! There is also a "Bird Watching Additions" set as well. I can't wait to play with it some more, especially when I am feeling better. This *bug* really has me beat and I just want to thank all of you get-well-wishers! You are all so sweet!

I have missed out on quite a few of my favorite challenges the last little bit, so this card started out being a past Mojo Monday sketch, but I never seem to follow the rules! LOL!

I used my oval, scalloped oval and ribbon label nestabilities. I love these! I added a few buttons threaded with Kraft cardstock and applied them with glue dots. I added a simple spring moss satin bow for the finishing touch.
Stamps: Background Basics: Text Style, Bird Watching
Ink: Spring Moss, Aqua Mist, Smokey Shadow
Paper: Everyday Blessings, White, Spring Moss
Accessories: Aqua Mist Vintage Buttons, Cream and White Vintage Buttons, Glue Dots, scallop edge punch by SU!, Nestabilitieis, Spring Moss Satin Ribbon, foam squares
For my next project, I used the new set designed by Nichole herself "Star Prints". I was browsing through the latest issue of Pottery Barn Kids and was inspired by one of the bedding sets for baby. This card is a result of that inspiration. I wanted to keep it clean and crisp, yet detailed. I decided to add different layers, dimensions and textures to achieve this look.

I embossed the star with silver embossing powder to give it some shine. I also added a button threaded with chrochet thread. I stamped the twinkle sentiment repeatedly, purposefully leaving off the "little" portion, across a strip of Soft Stone cardstock. I did the same with the tiny star image stamped in Spring Rain.I love the fonts that Nichole chose for this set. I added some Fresh Snow Topnotch Twill ribbon for the finishing touch.
Supplies: Star Prints Stamp Set

Ink: Smokey Shadow, Spring Rain, versamark

Paper: Smokey Shadow, White, Soft Stone

Accessories: Top Notch Twill (fresh snow), silver embossing powder, paper piercer and mat pack, star punch

For my final project, I used Lisa Johnson's new set called "Let Freedom Ring". I really like how versatile it is and can be used for tons more than just the fourth of July. With summer on it's way, I decided to make a 4th of July card. I knew I wanted some Vintage touches, so I sponged everything with Vintage Photo Distress Ink. By the way...did you see the great new inkpads that Papertrey has come out with for creating distressed edges? I can't wait to try them out! I also used two other new sets called "Background Basics: Text Style" and "Fancy Flourishes". I can see me reaching for these again and again.





I created the ribbon *bunting* by baste stitching a 12 inch or so length of ribbon, pulling it tight and then securing it with glue dots. I had a lot of fun with this design, especially using the flourishes. I think they add such whimsy and charm.



Again, I had so much fun and I am glad I get to stick around to continue to work on the My Timless Template Team. Thanks for fluttering by!



Stamps: Let Freedom Ring, Background Basics: Text Style, Fancy Flourished
Ink: Fresh Snow, Vintage Photo Distress Ink
Paper: Kraft, White, Pure Poppy, Night of Navy (SU!)
Accessories: Vintage Buttons, Linen Thread, Striped Ribbon, Sewing Machine and Thread, sponge, glue dots, paper piercer and mat pack

22 comments:

Stef Perry said...

Kelly, I have loved seeing all your PTI creations the past two months. You are so gifted and I have been so excited to wait and see what you would do next!! I am now an offical Kelly blog watcher and look forward to you next ventures!!

Dawn Easton said...

Wow Kelly, you showcased all these new PTI stamps beautifully! Each card is wonderful!! Hope you are feeling better :)

Lisa Kind said...

Love these PTI cards! You do such lovely work!

Maureen P said...

I have enjoyed all your PTI creations...hope to see more even if your official position is over :) The ribbon on the last card is just WOW!!!! Stunning.

anya said...

Kelly, I have loved your contributions to PTI over the past 2 months. Your Let Freedom Ring card is simply fantastic - I can't wait to try that sketch myself. I'm hooked - you have another loyal blog visitor now!

SueD said...

Kelly - What an artist you are, I am inspired every time I view your blog (which is daily). I just love the 4th of July card - what was the width of the striped ribbon. I just have to try the rosette. Thanks! Hope you are feeling better soon.

Amy Rohl said...

I'm so sorry to hear you're still not up to par! You just take care of yourself and feel better soon.

You know I'm in love with all your new PTI goodies, each one has it's own goodness! Love the colors in the first piece, the star baby card is precious, and I'm in love with the striped ribbon flower in the third card---aackity aack beautiful!

carole (TruCarMa) said...

Feel better, Kelly! PTI has been so lucky to have you designing for them -- you've enabled me and countless others on their behalf! You're fabulous and talented, my friend. :)

Jessica said...

What beautiful cards! I love your ribbon bunting, very clever. I can't believe it's been two months already!

Karen said...

Absolutely beautiful cards!

Anonymous said...

Kelly, no matter if you design for PTI or not, your creations are always and have always been an inspiration to me. Your use of paper, your buttons and everything, just amazing as are your creations today, wonderful! Sending sunny get well wishes your way!

Marlou McAlees said...

excellent cards, love all of them so much :)

Geny said...

I absolutely LOVE everything you did with the sets! Your creativity is so inspiring!! So glad you will continue to be with us on the template team!

Carol (HB) said...

Kelly, your creations with PTI are so over the top gorgeous! Birdwatching was in my cart at 12:01 last night and seeing what you create with it is just so inspiring! Feel better soon!

KatieTurtle said...

You always amaze and these cards are no exception! Extra points that you did it while recovering from being sick. You are exceptionally talented and I hope that the guest spot for PTI is just the beginning for making your dreams come true!

Cynthia said...

Kelly, you have done such an amazing job for PTI as all your fans knew you would! I can't imagine they are going to let you go too far away and neither will we! You are such a talented artist! Wahoo for you!!!

Tanya said...

Wow, these are all soo beautiful! I really lvoe that ribbon bloom! So impressive!

Niki Estes said...

Beautiful cards, Kelly! I love them all!

Marti B said...

beautiful cards!

Kari D said...

Loved checking out you blog and seeing all of the wonderful projects you shared. SO AMAZING! THANKS for the great inspiration! I absolutely will continue to look in and see what wonderful art you create!

Paola said...

Wow everything is so beautiful and so well done. You are an expert at crafting you really have the magic touch. Beautiful and elegant.
Your creations could be sold at the finest stores.
Beautiful!
Have a great day,
Take care,
Paola

ChristineCreations said...

What beautiful work you've done on your PTI work Kelly! Gorgeous! I really love the birds, and the ribbon on the 4th card...

Hope you're on the mend!