Wednesday, January 22, 2025

The Greetery {Bibliophile Collection}

Hello and welcome, friends! I'm so excited to be here today to share the beautiful new Bibliophile Collection from The Greetery! There are so many new things to fall in love with; I hope you like it as much as I do! Before I get started, don't forget to head over to The Greetery Blog to read all about each of the new products. Also, don't forget to leave a comment here, and on each of the designers' blogs for a chance to win one of two $50 gift certificates to the shop!

My first project for today features the new Shelved Suite of products! To begin, I used the Shelved Die to cut out the stack of books using textured linen cardstock to give added realism to the books. 

Next, I added the color to each of the book spines by using the Shelved Stencils. This allows you to create muli-colored books quickly and easily. Once that was done, I added the stamped details using the Shelved Stamp Set. 

I wanted to give my card a little something extra, so I added a tea cup that was cut from the Sips Tea Stamp + Cut Combo



My next grouping of projects features the new Bookish Frames: Romance Edition stamp/die set. I also used the new Romantic Corners Die, and the darling new Have a Spine: Shorty Story Die.


For this combo, I used Spring Moss and Forest cardstock, but for some reason, that Spring Moss is coming across as yellow in the photos! In person, it is a delightful combo! ha ha!

I chose to create a wedding card and the "short story" is a tag to be included on the gift. 




I created a card that can be opened like a book; I watched the You Tube video that Betsy made when the Have a Spine collection was released. I stamped one of the beautiful new sentiments from the Love Stories Stamp Set on the inside.

This is a fun anniversary ensemble; this one uses many of the same products as the last project, but this one uses the new Have a Spine: Lock and Key Die. This is such a cute detail that allows you to create a diary-type look; so, so cute!

Once again, I used the Have a Spine: Short Story Die for the tag.

There are so many different sentiment options for all kinds of occasions!

Up next is the darling new Folk Heart stamp/die set! I also used the new Folk Heart Sentiments, which I absolutely love! I have been itching to create a card using this cute little windmill from the Countryside Die because of my Dutch heritage and paired with the new Folk Heart suite of products, I felt like this would be the perfect time!

You could definitely swap out the windmill for one of the darling houses included in this set for another option if you're creating a welcome to the neighborhood card.

I added some colored-pencil details to the greenery for added depth and detail.

While I wanted it to have a Dutch flair, I didn't want to go overboard, so I added in some pink and yellow rather than just purely blue and white.

I added glitter here and there for some sparkle and shine.

I really like how all of the sentiments included in the Folk Heart Sentiments stamp set have a coordinating die; it really expands the design options when creating.

My final card for today uses the new Nordic Hearts Die. I absolutely LOVE these gorgeous hearts; there are three different sizes included in the set. I chose to use the largest and smallest on my card.

I found a beautiful illustration of some Scandinavian hearts on Etsy and knew that was the direction I wanted to head with this project. 

I used the Folk Heart stamp/die set to accent this card as well.

I used my MISTI to allow me to create  identical corners very easily.

The Nordic Birds would also be super sweet to incorporate with the hearts!

Well, this concludes my post for today! I hope you've enjoyed seeing all of the new goodies! Don't forget to leave a comment here and on each of the designers' blogs for a chance to win one of the gift certificates! Thanks for fluttering by!



Kelly (you are here)





 

66 comments:

Isabel Z said...

You have outdone yourself once again. These are breathtaking!

Alicat said...

I love the use of the linen cardstock for your book bindings! Inspirational

Deborah P. said...

Beautiful cards! Love this release!!

Amy C. said...

I love the tea cup with the books. So pretty!

Stephanie Clapper said...

What an incredible post, especially love your books and tea cup!

Sra. Spitzer said...

Mamma mia, Kelly!! You've given us a TON of beauties to admire! I love how you've used items from prior releases along w/ new goodies. I love the "welcome to the neighborhood" card as well as the Happily Ever After card that's tan/deep teal the most, but all of the cards you've shared are stunning.
Lori S in PA

Anonymous said...

Wow, amazing cards, Kelly! I love each one and all the little details! Carmela

Becky Green said...

Kelly, your bookish cards are BEAUTIFUL! But, the Nordic Hearts are what grabbed me, & your cards featuring them is STUNNING!!! You NEVER disappoint! ;)

Sue D said...

I like the book theme and the folk art cards. Great choice of colors.

Angy Hughes said...

Gorgeous! Love the use of linen cardstock looks like real books.

Renee B. said...

Wow, simply stunning! Another hit out of the park!! I love the teacup added to the bookstack, beautiful work!

Vickie R. said...

I love how you added the teacup to your first card! All of your projects are so gorgeous!

mel h said...

These look like beautiful books in a fancy English library. I adore this beautiful collection.

Cindy H. said...

Wow. Kelly, all of your cards are just so gorgeous!

Miriam Leech said...

Your colors, the little windmill, the textured linen cardstock. . .oh, Kelly. Just spectacular!!!!!!

Pat Ackley said...

I can’t even pick a favorite…they are all my favorites! Little works of art!

KraftyKrissi said...

I am always so excited to see what you create and you did not disappoint! I love the books with the cup of tea! Everything is amazing!

Karen said...

I love the way you combine the fabulous new products with old favorites! I always find things I "need" after visiting your blog!

Jan Francis / barkleyfr@aol.com said...

Your cards are just LUSCIOUS! ❤️

sharrilou said...

Your cards are just dripping with sweetness!

Carrie T said...

Gorgeous! Stunning! Beautiful! Love your idea of using linen cardstock for the books and adding the cup of tea - genius!

Joan Brenizer jmg254@hotmail.com said...

They are all so beautiful. I love the mini books and the card with the windmill.

Anonymous said...

You are so inspirational to us. Your projects are so cute. I love the tea cup with the spine covers. I also thought seeing the small and large books together was so much fun. Thank you for sharing your projects for all of us to enjoy!

Anonymous said...

Your use of the windmill was so clever! I love it so, so much!! And I didn't even remember the windmill at all.

Sheila said...

ADORABLE cards, everyone and that windmill is to die for!!

Lam said...

Loving your beautiful creations from The Greetery's new release! I love that you put the teacup on the shelf with the books! ❤️☕️

Gayle I. said...

The cards are stunning; love all the colors and details!

Gloria Rowden said...

The added teacup to the book shelf is very charming. Now I will have to buy that die and stamp set as well. Beautifully done!

Karen Day said...

You've knocked it out of the park again! Just when I didn't think I could pick a favourite... I scrolled down to your Nordic Heart card - oh my!!

Michelle in MI said...

So enjoy your creative & delightful ideas Kelly!

Linda said...

Absolutely beautiful work! Hope you feel better soon!

Anonymous said...

My goodness, your cards are spectacular! What a beautiful release. (Deborah Long)

Susan Beauchaine said...

Absolutely gorgeous cards. The books are so realistic. Beautiful work

Catherine Milne said...

Loved how you used those Folk Hearts! And yet another completely different feel with your color combo using Shelved. I can't get over how great all the different colors are from all of you.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful Kelly as always. The little details you add are absolutely gorgeous from the linen look paper to adding a bit of ‘shelf’ color above the shorter books. Love it all!

CRZUEHLKE said...

Gorgeous cards! I love everything about this release.

ebethk said...

Beautiful cards! I can’t wait for the new release

Nancy K Rodeberg said...

Ohy goodness, Kelly, your creations are each so beautiful! So much amazing inspiration!

Jan said...

I’m thankful that I don’t have to choose a favorite from all the cards you shared today! They’re all wonderful!

Betty Neville said...

Wow!! These are all amazing! Love your beautiful details, and the perfect color combos.

Connie said...

Gorgeous and stunning cards and products Kelly!

Leslie said...

Gorgeous projects as always! And I love your choice of the linen cardstock for the books! Perfection!

Carrie Jones said...

Stunning! Love the teacup!

Susi K said...

The texture provided on the book spines using linen cardstock on your first project is scrumptious!

Diana Cavarra said...

stunning love the layering such inspiration

Anne Sturgeon said...

Kelly you really have outdone yourself... I wish I would have had this book die in December. My sister and her husband celebrated their 65th anniversary the day after Christmas. This would have been amazing, and she is a definite book lover. I love everything in this release! TFS, nicely done!

Cheryl B. said...

Cute projects!!

MadeByMeghanK said...

OOOO your books and layers are soooo elegant! Stunning designs!

Hazel said...

I love the matching mama and baby books :)

RockSeaTea said...

The folk art and nordic themes are right up my alley.

Anne B said...

Wow Kelly you’ve certainly outdone yourself with these cards. Just fabulous!

Lisa Chapman said...

The tea cup with the books make me want to go somewhere and curl up and read!! Great work!!

Rema DeLeeuw said...

Love the card with the windmill!

Bonnie K. said...

I love your color choices on all the projects - just gorgeous. But that teacup in front of the books? Brilliant!!

Mitzi Chafin Adkinson said...

Love the books with the tea cup!

Kris said...

You absolutely did not disappoint with this collection! Your Shelved and Tea Sips card is magic…and perfect for my daughter-in-law’s love of books and tea. Well done!

Kathy Mc said...

WOW, Kelly, your projects are all delightful! The windmill card stole my heart just because it’s so sweet. Who am I kidding? I love them all.

GrammaStubbs said...

Well done! You've captured the look and feel of vintage books with the distressing, the colors, and the textured papers. They're all very pretty!

Cheryl I said...

This is a great release and I love how you showed so many options for creating. Your windmill was a charming addition to your card too!

Kathy Dumpert said...

Your books look so realistic.

Kim Burckhard said...

I love the blue card with the birdhouse!

Karen M said...

Love the books with the teacup! Perfect combo! The Nordic hearts are calling me too!

Anonymous said...

Oh my the first card with the books look so real with the linen textured cardstock. Love all of the cards.

Anonymous said...

Kelly, these cards are so beautiful! I love the colors you used and that tea cup was spot on. Thank you!

Anonymous said...

Kelly, the spine texture is so realistic on the books. Awesome cards!!

Luanne Ford said...

Fabulous! Love all the pretty things, and especially the Folk Heart products!