Papertrey Ink July Release Countdown Day 4

And just like that, we're at the 4th and final day of the Papertrey Ink July release countdown! I have three projects to share today; up first are two cards using the new Framed in Flowers Stamp/Die/Stencil set. 

There are two different flower images included: Peony and Sunflower with coordinating stencils to color the flowers and leaves. To begin, I stamped the image using Vintage Photo distress ink making sure to leave the stamp in the MISTI. I used the coordinating stencils to add the color and then stamped it again with Versamark and embossed it in gold.

Once that was done, I set it aside to work on the background and details. I cut a panel of Tropical Teal cardstock measuring 4 by 5 1/4 inches. I then cut the new Rooted in Love Frame three times from the same cardstock and then glued them together. I left the opening at the bottom and glued it to the background panel with liquid glue.

I cut the flower from white cardstock using the Freshly Picked Die that was showcased yesterday. I only used the smallest peony flowers and the leaves are from the Into the Blooms: Mixed Bouquet; I felt they matched the shape of the leaves of the focal image.

I arranged them with liquid glue and foam squares. The sentiment is from the new This is Big Sentiments: You stamp set that was featured on day 1.

This card uses the other image in the Framed in Flowers set. For this one, I stamped it in the same Vintage Photo distress ink and then did the stenciling. Once that was done, I added some details with alcohol markers for added depth. I also added some Crystal Stickles glitter glue. These images remind me of stained glass windows so I wanted to add some sparkle.

The background is cut from Saffron Spice and then I added the pierced detail using the Nesting Basics: Pierced Rectangles Die. Next, I foiled the Ripe Avocado panel using the Regal Flourish Frame Hot Foil Plate with champagne foil. 

The sentiment is from the Just Sentimetns: Wish You Were Here Mini Stamp Set and is embossed in gold. I cut it using the Hold That Thought Die and then added it to the focal point using foam squares. I added a trio of sparkling clear sequins for additional sparkle and shine!

My final project uses a few of my favorites from the release: This is Big Sentiments: You and the Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops. To begin, I die cut the cut scallop box using the Scalloped Treat Box Die from Pure Poppy cardstock. I also cut a piece of Bitty Dot Basics Patterned Paper. I glued it to the box along with the middle sized mat included in the Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops Die. Don't forget to stamp the sentiment before attaching.

I cut the flowers from white using the Into the Blooms: Mixed Bouquet die (linked in first project). I just can't stop with this beautiful set. I added the flowers and leaves using foam squares and liquid glue.

The YOU sentiment is stamped and stacked three times for a sturdy piece.

I added glitter to the flowers and leaves.

Everything will be available for purchase beginning at 10 am EDT tomorrow! Thanks for fluttering by!

 

Papertrey Ink July Release Countdown Day 3

It's day 3 of the July release countdown for Papertrey Ink! I have two projects to share with you today using some gorgeous new products! My first card features the beautiful new Freshly Picked Die set along with the previously showcased Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops Die.

To begin, I foiled a panel of Coastal Blue cardstock using the Regal Flourish Frame Hot Foil  Plate with silver foil. I trimmed it down just slightly larger than the foiled design and then added some silver metallic ink around the edges with the direct-t0-paper technique.

I layered the middle sized mat included in the Love to Layer: Sweet Scallop Die using foam squares. I cut and colored all of the flowers and foliage included in the Freshly Picked Die set. I arranged them on the mat using foam squares and liquid glue.

I forgot to mention, but I did spritz them with Hickory Smoke Distress Spritz before I added them to the card.

The sentiment is heat embossed in silver using the Just Sentiments: Friendship Mini Stamp Set and then cut it using the Just Tags Die. I added it under the flower arrangement using foam squares. I layered the foiled panel on an A2 panel of Mint Julep cardstock (same ink around the edges) and then glued it to a top-folding A2 card base using liquid glue.

My next card features this month's Reflections stamp/die set. To begin, I used the beautiful new Leaf Garden Stencil Collection. I only used the first step, but added some ink splatter in two colors of green ink before I removed the stencil.

I cut the panel using the Reflections: Matthew 6 Die, keeping both pieces. I mounted the outer portion onto a top-folding A2 white card base using liquid glue. The middle portion is adhered using foam squares. 

I cut another mat from the smaller die from New Leaf cardstock and then added it with foam squares. The scripture verse is heat embossed in gold embossing powder and then cut with the outline die. I layered that slightly below the center of the green piece to show off the detail at the top.

I cut the flowers from white cardstock using the Into the Blooms: Mixed Bouquet and then colored them with dye ink and blender brushes. I glued them together with liquid glue and small foam squares and then arranged them around the focal points.

I added a trio of sparkling clear sequins for additional sparkle and shine! Thanks for fluttering by!

P.S. Join me tomorrow for the 4th and final day of the countdown!

 

Papertrey Ink July Release Countdown Day 2

Hello and welcome to day 2 of the Papertrey Ink July release countdown! Today the team is showcasing the new Quilt It: Wedding Ring Stamp/Die/Stencil and a new set called Meadow View.

This card was a lot of fun to create; let me dive into the details! First, I stamped the quilt design using the Quilt It: Wedding Ring Stamp Set in Antique Linen Distress Oxide ink. Once that was done, I cut it using the Quilt It: Wedding Ring Die. 

Next, I used the coordinating stencils to add the color and pattern. There are a variety of different options to create a truly unique pattern.

Once the stenciling was complete, I used the sandwich suggested with my machine to do dry embossing with a die. I wanted to really give this a quilted look and this technique really helped me to achieve it.

Once the "quilt" was finished, I set it aside and got to work on the background, frame, and floral details. The frame is cut from a beautiful new color that is being introduced this month: Coastal Blue! I'm obsessed! I used the Border Bling: Scalloped Frame Die and glued it to a top-folding A2 card base using liquid glue. I die cut a panel of Berry Sorbet cardstock with the Rounded Rectangles: Pierced Die. I glued it inside the frame with foam squares for dimension.

I turned the quilt on the diagonal and mounted it with additional foam squares. The flowers are cut with the Into the Blooms: Mixed Bouquet Die; you'll notice the blue flower is shaded with the new Coastal Blue ink. I finished it up with a thoughtful sentiment included in the Inspired Expressions Stamp set.

My next card features the new Meadow Vies Stamp/Die set paired with the new This is Big Sentiments: You Stamp/Die set that was showcased yesterday along with the new Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops Die.

And yes....more Coastal Blue! Move aside Aqua Mist, there's a new contender in town! ha ha!

To begin, I foiled the background panel using the Fresh Greens Hot Foil Plate with champagne foil. I cut the largest mat from the Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops Die and then added some interest using the Watercolor Wonderful Stencil Collection.

I cut each of the three trees and stamped them in Spring Moss, Sweet Blush, and Coastal Blue. I added them with foam squares and then added the heat embossed sentiments! Join me tomorrow for day 3 of the countdown! Thanks for fluttering by!

 

Papertrey Ink July Release Countdown Day 1

It's day one of the Papertrey Ink July release countdown! My first card for today features quite a few new products: This is Big Sentiments: You, Rooted in Love Press Plate and Frame, Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops, and Build-a-Flower Garden Die!

To begin, I foiled the heart/leaf design at the top of a Hawaiian Shores panel. I die cut the Rooted in Love Frame three times from Hawaiian Shores cardstock and then glued them together. Once they were stacked, I glued the frame onto the Hawaiian Shores panel. I trimmed it down to measure 4 by 5 1/4 inches.

I die cut the middle sized mat from the Love to Layer: Sweet Scallops from white cardstock and then layered the cut flowers from the Build-a-Flower Garden.

The main "YOU" sentiment is stamped in black and then I heat embossed the companion sentiment in white onto a strip of Raspberry Fizz cardstock. The Hawaiian Shores panel is layered onto an A2 panel of Raspberry Fizz cardstock with foam squares and then I mounted onto an A2 card base using liquid glue.

My next project features the In Stitches: Hearts Die paired with the Build-a-Flower Garden Die cut from felt.

This heart is cut from Blueberry Sky felt and stitched with coordinating DMC floss. I stuffed both hearts with polyfiberfill and then glued the flowers on.

This heart is cut from Winter Wisteria Felt and stitched with coordinating DMC floss (3 strands).

I love how whimsical these cute flowers are!

There are quite a few different sized hearts included in the die set; these are the two largest hearts included in the set. Join me again tomorrow for day two of the countdown! Thanks for fluttering by!

 

Project Inspiration {You are my Happy Place}

Hello friends! It's my turn for this week's Project Inspiration feature for Papertrey Ink! I've been making a concerted effort to get out of my color comfort zone and try new combinations! When this particular palette presented itself, I knew I wanted to try it out! I love the warmth of the Terracotta Tile plays against the coolness of Ocean Tides!

I used a few of my favorite dies, hot foil, and flowers to bring this card to life!

Follow along as I explain my process with step-by-step photos and intructions!

Step 1: cut an A2 panel of Terracotta Tile cardstock and add the pierced detailing around the edge. Add the same color ink around the edges and attach it to the card base using liquid glue.

Step 2: Foil a panel of Ocean Tides cardstock using the Filigree Frame Hot Foil Plate using champagne foil. Add some Ocean Tides ink around the edges and attach it to the background using foam squares.

Step 3: Cut two mats using the Love to Layer: Top Notch Die from Saffron Spice cardstock and white cardstock. Stamp the sentiment, which is from the Just Sentiments: You're On My Mind Stamp Set, in black on the smaller mat. Attach them to background using foam squares.

Step 4: Die cut the flowers from white cardstock using the Into the Blooms: Mixed Bouquet Die. Color them with dye inks and blender brushes and then spritz them all with fossilized amber distress oxide spray.

Step 5: Add glitter to the flowers and foliage.

Step 6: Add a trio of sparkling clear sequins with liquid glue.

I chose to color the leaves with Ocean Tides and Smokey Shadow ink to bring in the coolness of the paper. The larger flowers are colored with Canyon Clay and Terracotta Tile ink and the others are colored with Harvest Gold ink with green and orange centers.

I always add glitter with a Zig 2-Way glue pen; it's clear, and dries quickly, but holds the glitter well.

I love adding distress spritzes and sprays to my flowers and foliage to add instant interest with minimal effort and no expertise required! ha ha!

I particularly love this Love to Layer set with this foil plate because they match the curves so well! I've been struggling with my creativity lately, so this was a fun card to make using a new color combination to help get me out of my rut! What helps you to pull yourself out of a creative rut?

Thanks for fluttering by!