Thursday, March 9, 2023

The Greetery {New Beginnings Collection}

Well friends, it's day 2 of full reveals for the New Beginnings Collection from The Greetery! Thanks for all of your sweet comments on yesterday's post; I'm glad you are enjoying the new collection! I've got 3 more cards to share with you today, but I wanted to let you know that the official "meet and greet" for today's featured products can be found on The Greetery Blog. Also, leave a comment here and on each of the designers' blogs for a chance to win one of 2 $50 gift certificates to the shop!

My first card for today using the AMAZING new BotaniCuts Morning Glory die set. It is such an easy set to use with fantastic results! I had so much fun creating these two different clusters. I die cut everything twice and then just followed the guide for assembly. I found two different varieties of Morning Glories and just colored them as closely as I could to make them look realistic.

I set them aside to dry since I assembled them with liquid glue and foam squares. Since each cluster is quite large (large enough to nicely cover an A2 sized card), I decided to make a slimline card. I die cut a black panel using the Nordic Slimline Die and then added white acrylic paint splatter and let it dry.

I cut and scored the card base and then added the die cut panel over the top using black foam squares. I layered the Morning Glory clusters over the top using additional foam squares.

The sentiment, which was carefully chosen because of its use of the word morning, was heat embossed in white onto black cardstock. This particular sentiment is from the New Day Sentiments stamp set and then die cut using the coordinating New Day Sentiments die.

I placed the sentiment in the middle using additional foam squares.

I used a Wink of Stella pen on the leaves and blooms for some understated sparkle.

My second card uses a lot of new favorites: Jumbo Curiosity: Nest, Jumbo Curiosity: Feathers, and the new Spring Meadow Background stamp, and another sentiment from the New Day Sentiments stamp set.

I think this is one of my favorites in the Jumbo Curiosities collection; I love birds and nests so I can see myself reaching for this often.

I love that the New Everyday stamp set has coordinating dies; it makes card designing a little bit more versatile.

I used the Spring Meadows Background stamp as a background for the curio box. I used the Curio Cover Die to make the curio box and then colored it with Distress Oxide inks.

I had a few extra flowers left over from my first card, which are from the BotaniCuts Wildflower Mix, and added them here and there.

I used the Big Branches: Ruscus Die and die cut the large branch that the nest is resting on. A few gold hinges finish off this card.

My third and final card for today, and for the release, uses the new Spring Meadows stencil/die set paired with the new Spring Meadows Background stamp.

I chose to add the die cut flowers over the top of a few of the blossoms, but leave the rest stenciled for some variation.

I never used the Rejoice! die yesterday, so I decided to use it with this floral design. That being said, the New Day Sentiment stamp set is designed to go with this set perfectly. I figured a few of the designers would show it with those beautiful sentiments, so I chose this one.

This is such an easy-to-use stencil set you will be wanting to create bouquet after bouquet; I know I am! Don't forget to leave a comment here and on each of the designers' blogs for a chance to win one of the 2 gift certificates! Thanks for fluttering by!

 

125 comments:

Julie Bitner said...

Such beautiful cards! I love that sweet nest!

Sallie C said...

Beautiful cards, Kelly! I like the bright morning glories on the dark background.

Myrna said...

Love your stunning Morning Glories card on the black background, just makes them pop! All your cards are just beautiful and I am in love with the Spring Meadows and new sentiments!

kinderdi said...

Beautiful cards! Love the black background with the Morning Glories!!

Jackie S said...

Gorgeous! Love how the Morning Glories pop off the black background

Isabel Z said...

These are exquisite!

Kim Burckhard said...

Your cards are beautiful’ I love all the pastel colors on the rejoice card!

Debbie said...

Lovely cards,Kelly.The morning glories on the black background are stunning!

Anonymous said...

Makes it feel like spring even with the cold weather, very pretty!

anni said...

Gorgeous cards! Love the black background and the bright morning glories!

Anonymous said...

I always SO look forward to your creations💚

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards!

Jennifer K said...

The black background is a bold and stunning choice!

C. Wilbur said...

Gorgeous cards!! Love the yellow background on the rejoice card! The morning glories are stunning against the black. Your nest is beautiful!

tycodmom said...

Another beautiful post filled with beautiful cards. I adore the "Rejoice" card.

Lynn Cyert said...

Kelly, Thank you for these beautiful cards!

Lori B said...

Beautiful cards! Love each & every one of them. Thanks for sharing your talents!

Joan VanCourt said...

Wow, beautiful cards. The morning glories look fabulous on a slim line card. But, I am eyeing that Spring Meadow stencil and die. Your card is fabulous. Thanks for the inspiration.

Miriam Leech said...

Wow!!! All your cards are stunning! Love the Spring Meadow card and colors!!

Polly said...

The "Rejoice" card and envelope are the best Easter cards of all I've seen so far. It has such lovely colors and a beautiful design.

Vickie R. said...

Gorgeous projects again today! I especially love your morning glories against the black!

Terri (blindstamper) said...

Your cards are amazing! The morning glories on black make my heart swoon.

Amanda said...

These morning glories remind me of happy times. Heart is full this morning.

Razzie Reynolds said...

The morning glories are a blast from my past. My mom had them and I love how they look on a card!

Anonymous said...

I shy away from black cards...but your morning glory card is lovely. Rachel W wdrwras@neo.rr.com

Charmaine Poon-Shirkey said...

Love all the projects! The Rejoice card would be nice for Easter cards...I might be copying that one!

Nancy Penir said...

All beautiful, Kelly, but the curio card with the nest and feathers is amazing! Wish I could watch you blend your colors, just so. real! And the morning glories... ~sigh~ lovely! In love with the new sentiments!

Mary Kay Ross said...

OMGoodness! That Rejoice card is absolutely stunning! The design, the colors, everything about it is fabulous! I love this new release!

MadeByMeghanK said...

I love how the flowers pop from the black! Your nest is amazing!!! and the REJOICE just stunning!

Mary Kay Ross said...

These cards have taken my breath away! So, so beautiful!

buzzn2scrap said...

Gorgeous cards !!! Love all the details with the nest and using the Spring Meadow as an Easter card was perfect !

Anonymous said...

I always love your card designs but you really outdid yourself with the morning glories. That card just pops! Thanks for the inspiration. Nancy S. nasinnen@yahoo.com

Barb Kirkwood said...

Your Morning glory card is stunning. Love them all.

Andrea Fisher said...

Love the morning glories on black, so stunning. The Rejoice die makes such a pretty card!

Cyndi said...

Your cards are amazing! My favorite is the first one -- those colorful morning glories are stunning!

Sue D said...

Wonderful cards. I like the dark background on the first and the colors on all.

Heike said...

I love your first card! Those flowers just pop right off the balck background.

Sarah M said...

Love the beautiful details on your cards!

Becky Green said...

EACH OF your cards are STUNNING, Kelly! I am in AWE! Your Slimline Card is STUNNING in black & your careful coloring of the Morning Glories! Your second with the Curio...SO EARTHY & SPRING-Y with the nest & eggs! AND your last, in more pastel colors & the LOVELY BOUQUET of flowers, SO EASTER-Y! NOW? I WANT MY OWN! :D LOL I am SOOO READY for SPRING & THESE NEW PRODUCTS will do it for me! A WONDERFUL JOB for us Kelly! LOVING IT ALL !!!! ;)<3

Sandy K said...

Your cards are absolutely amazing!

KraftyKrissi said...

Lovely! Stunning! Gorgeous! Not enough words to describe your artwork, Kelly! The black with the morning glories is amazing! Love the details on your nest card, too.
Kristolman@live.com

Anonymous said...

Dramatic, Nature filled, and Delightfully floral — all describe your well thought out designs. There’s always something for everyone’s chosen style. This new release is a beautiful way to welcome spring! Susie Lessard
susie.lessard@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous cards, every one of them. The morning glories card is stunning in black cardstock.

Patricia H.
smudgie1955@gmail.com

Sra. Spitzer said...

Hi, Kelly - All of these are beautiful. The first one is so striking w/ the dark background. The bird's nest is so beautiful w/ its soft colors. Lovely! I adore the Easter card and think the yellow stenciled background was a perfect choice.
TFS!!
Lori S in PA

BDW said...

I really like the morning glories on the dark background, they really pop! I especially love the Easter card, wonderful colors and so elegant. Thank you!

BarbaraB said...

It is hard to decide which card I like best! The are all GORGEOUS!

Valerie said...

Very pretty cards! and LOVE the Jumbo nest in the Curio frame!

Rosemary said...

stunning set of cards! the first one is just so dramatic and elegant.

Helen F. said...

BEAUTIFUL display of Spring happening here, Kelly! Love your gorgeous cards and wonderful inspiration!

ESUE said...

Gorgeous cards! The black stands out with the bright morning glories. Love it.

Cheryl said...

Your cards are always so amazingly beautiful! Thank you for the inspiration.

S Fink said...

Love the configurations of the morning glories on the slimline card

RuthCM said...

Your cards are beautiful inspiration for the New Beginnings release!

Susan Beauchaine said...

BEAUTIFUL!!! the color and layout is amazing!!!

Mary W said...

One of my favorite verses from the Bible along with glorious flowers in the most WOW way on the black background - a joy to see and I'm sure to hold. Can't wait for my order!

Carrie said...

All are so beautiful especially loving that bird's nest card! Such a pretty release!

Karen in PA said...

Did I say yesterday how much I appreciate your attention to detail? I think I did, but I'll say it again. :0) Your color choices and shading are amazing!

Colleen said...

Love your morning Glories, they are so striking!!

Annie B. said...

Stunning Cards Kelly!!!! What a release, can't wait until tomorrow.

Sheila said...

As always, gorgeous cards for a gorgeous release. You put so much time and effort into all that you do and it is definitely appreciated. Thanks much!!

Anonymous said...

Love this new release from The Greetery! Kelly, your cards are all beautiful and definitely do a great job of enticing me to buy the whole darn release! I love how easy it is to incorporate prior releases!
Kathy.budd@gmail.com

Donna Phelan said...

THUD! These. Are. Gorgeous. AHmazing looking Morning Glories, the nest and curio were made for each other, and the meadow flowers are absolutely beautiful! Such a happy Springtime Post!

Stebbins Family said...

Wow your cards are amazing. The color pops beautifully on the black, the collection card has a rustic feel and your Easter card is so happy with spring colors!

Denise Bryant said...

Your cards are gorgeous! I'm enjoying taking in all the beautiful details! The morning glories against the dark background... wow!

Leslie said...

WOW, just WOW! Your morning glory card is absolutely stunning!

Glenn Zdziarski said...

Love the coloring/shading on your nest/feather card and the Spring Meadow is an absolutely perfect Resurrection morning card!!!

Jackie said...

Those beautiful morning glories really pop against the black background! All of your cards are stunning.

Anonymous said...

Absolutely stunning! Love your glowing morning glories, the nest in the curio box, and the gorgeous bouquet over the top of the sunny floral background!

Anonymous said...

From Kelly Schirmer :)

Kathy Mc said...

Kelly, your morning glories do look very realistic and definitely pop on that black background. Love your curio nest design, too. The Spring Meadow results are simply amazing and have appreciated seeing so many different color options. Awesome release!

Connie said...

Great cards, Kelly!
Love those morning glories!

Emma S. said...

Spectacular, as always. Love how the colors pop on that black background. Have to give that a try!

Pat Phillips said...

Very pretty cards and your nest in the curio box is so cute! Thank you!

Anonymous said...

Truly amazing! I love the black background you used for the morning glory. I’ll have to try that. You cards are exceptionally beautiful. Thank you. Jade email: ianfamily@aol.com

mel h said...

Both of these are so beautiful. The black is so striking and I adore the Rejoice card. Both are just stunning.

pbarky said...

The morning glories card is simply stunning! Love your cards and this release.

CRZUEHLKE said...

Beautiful spring cards for this lovely release.

Michelle Michael said...

The details on your cards is amazing!

Joanna said...

Your morning glory slimline is amazing!!!

linda m said...

Look at all that detail in each and every one of your cards, Kelly! We are all anticipating this most wonderful release tomorrow morning! Thank you for such a wonderful display of Spring!

Kathy Dumpert said...

Your florals pop on the dark background!

judy said...

Beautiful cards--I especially love the richly colored Morning Glories against the dark background!

Rachael B said...

Gorgeous!

Anonymous said...

The vibrant flowers colors on black made such an impact!
Carol b

roxz said...

wow with 5 children where do you find the time!! all so prettty

Jan Elmore said...

Oh yikes, these cards a crazy cute & pretty! I love all the new goodies!

Gayle I. said...

The dimensional effects of your cards are truly amazing! Beautiful!

Sandy C said...

Love how beautiful the Morning Glorys are on the black cardstock.

Christy H. said...

Your rejoice card is so very pretty! It is perfect for Easter. I love how you used the curio cabinet border around your nest card. So very pretty!
Christy H. ru4given2@bellsouth.net

see mary stamp said...

Your cards are stunning. I love the Spring Meadow blooms over the stamped background. I love how the Morning Glory Blooms seem to glow against the black background. I have to remember to try this. Such a striking look.

Janelle said...

Loving the morning glories, then I scroll down to the next beauty, then I scrolled down to the Spring Meadow yellow card and just drank it in. THANK YOU for the inspiration!

Rema DeLeeuw said...

Gorgeous cards!

Andrea B said...

Such a perfect Easter card, using the Spring Meadow set and the beautiful colors!

Alexandra Y said...

Wow! These are all so incredible! I'm loving all the inspiration!

Cheryl Thompson said...

So stunning! Wonderful cards

Julia Aston said...

Beautiful layering of all these terrific new dies on your lovely cards!

JKB said...

I just love the pop of the morning glories on the black cardstock. All of you samples are amazing! Thank you!

sharon g said...

Your nest card is extra extra pretty. So many details!

Dawn Y. said...

Your cards are just beautiful, Kelly! The Spring Meadow background stamp is so versatile. Your Morning Glories truly pop against the black background. I LOVE the New Day sentiments! Happy Spring!💗

Pauline said...

Gorgeous cards Kelly. The morning glory card on the black background is stunning! As always thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us! Such an amazing release!

Lisa Cole said...

I love your bold color eye, what gorgeous projects!

Vikki H said...

So in love with the Spring Meadows products! Your cards are striking with color and layering inspiration!

Anne Sturgeon said...

Love the New Day sentiments. These morning glories against that black is so stunning. I am having a tough time making a decision this release. Definitely want it all

Theresa said...

Wow, so many pretty things! That morning glory card almost made me swoon - those colors on the dark background are amazing!

Kristin Makowski said...

Your morning glory card is stunning! It is over the top! I’m also loving your rejoice card! The products in this new release are amazing! Love every release from The Greetery!

Kristie Goulet said...

Your cards are all beautiful, but the morning glory card is stunning!

Anonymous said...

Amazing cards!! Love the nest!! Carmela

Betty Sue said...

Absolutely stunning cards!! Love the black with the morning glories!!!

Becky S. said...

Purple and yellow are my faves, and I just love what you created with the Spring Meadow collection!!

SabineV said...

Beautiful cards!!! Thank you for sharing.

Tanya Andoniadis said...

Your card ideas are beautiful. Love the slimline design.

Stacy H. said...

I love the morning glories on the black background--so dramatic!

Marcia Hill said...

All 3 of your cards are absolutely GORGEOUS Kelly! I just LOVE your Morning Glory card and how dramatic and STUNNING those flowers look against the black background! And your flowers just positively GLOW!! Your birds nest and stenciled cards just couldn't be any prettier either!! Thank you once again for such wonderful inspiration for this new Spring release!! Hugs. :0)

Amy Vitriani said...

Wow!Your cards are just spectacular!! I really love your card with the bird nest!

mumster said...

Beautiful cards. I especially love the spring meadow card

RobiW said...

So lovely! I adore the pops of color on black cardstock!

Mutzy Mia said...

My favorite today is the Spring Meadow Stencil and you have used it beautifully. What a lovely card. I love also, how the black really makes the Morning Glories stand out. So much inspiration today!!

Amy Solovay said...

Love all your delightful spring themed projects! Gorgeous work!

Heather said...

They are all gorgeous; but the way those Morning Glories pop off that black background is just stunning!

JHixon said...

Really pretty cards! Hands down favorite is the morning glory's on the black background! It makes the beautiful flowers really pop!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards.

Karen M said...

Such pretty samples of ideas with this new wonderful release. Can't wait!

Debbie Mason said...

WOW!!! Those morning glories pop right off the card. Love it!!! Sndmason@gmail.com

Mary J said...

Great spring release, thanks!

Stamping911 said...

Such stunning cards!!