Today you will Learn the Magic Behind the Potted Succulent Die! It's quick, it's simple and it's fabulous! Check it out...

The Potted Succulent dies is pretty terrific and quite stunning in black but it's what lies behind it that shouts magic...right? Behind the die cut is a brilliant burst of color that is achieved simply by using the Water Painter and ink refills. I must tell you that the color is more intense in real life so you must try it out to see the full effect.

This background is a combination of Daffodil Delight, Polished Pink and Pumpkin Pie. As you can see by over lapping the colors a bit you soften the color line and actually blend into a combo color which can be fun to create also. Using the Water Painter and simply using circular motions we just color the entire piece of Watercolor paper---there is no prescribed order--just start in one corner and work in the three colors until the entire piece is colored.

Last week we explored a couple of other experiments...did you miss them...check them out here https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2021/06/the-secret-to-create-that-watercolor-background-in-a-minute.html and here https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2021/06/exploring-the-secret-of-a-using-a-watercolor-background-for-a-dramatic-card.html

I'm going to give you step by step directions followed by the Supply list so you can purchase your supplies today.

Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions : 

1. Cut Daffodil Delight cardstock 4 1/4 X 11, score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Cut Watercolor paper 5 3/8 X 4

    *Add a couple of drops of reinker in the ink pad lid of Daffodil Delight, Melan Mambo and Pumpkin Pie (you can use any other waterproof container for this)

    *Using the largest Water Painter and circular motions, cover the paper with color overlapping the circles to blend colors. Work quickly and don't go over one area repeatedly to avoid pilling

    *Let dry or use heat tool to speed up drying.

3. Cut Potted Succulent dies from 4 X 5 3/8 Basic Black cardstock; adhere to painted layer with small dots of liquid glue; adhere this unit to the card front with liquid glue.

4. Cut approximately 15" Glitter Black Organdy ribbon, tie around card front and into a bow.

Your Card is ready for sending!

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POTTED SUCCULENTS DIES
$39.00

DAFFODIL DELIGHT 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

DAFFODIL DELIGHT CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$3.75

PUMPKIN PIE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$3.75

WATER PAINTERS
$12.00

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

BLACK 3/8" (1 CM) GLITTERED ORGANDY RIBBON
$8.50

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

POLISHED PINK CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

FLUID 100 WATERCOLOR PAPER
$9.00

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Today we'll be Exploring the Secret of Using a Watercolor Background for a Dramatic Card.

If you missed Tuesday's Watercoloring Background post...check it out here....https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2021/06/the-secret-to-create-that-watercolor-background-in-a-minute.html

Today we're creating a very dramatic look with that same technique--using the Water Painters and the coordinating dies for the Hand-Drawn stamp set...

This card uses the circular application of the ink giving a softer look and the black die overlay making that image pop! With simple changes to the colors used for the background you can quickly create a multitude of glorious cards.

Remember the secrets to good watercolor backgrounds & avoiding "pilling"  of the paper:

    *work quickly

    *don't apply too much water

    *don't go over the same area many times

I'm going to give you step by step directions followed by the Supply list so you can purchase your supplies today.

Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions : 

1. Cut So Saffron 4 1/4 X 11, score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Cut Coastal Cabana cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut Water Color paper 3 3/4 X 5

    *Place a couple of drops of reinker in the lid of the corresponding ink pad (or other flat container) : Coastal Cabana, Melody Mango, and Granny Apple Green

    *Assure water is loaded in broad flat brush, swish through ink blending in a bit of water and "paint" on the area of the cardstock targeted (see photos). Blend over the edge of the colors so they flow together.

    *When paper dries adhere to Cabana layer with liquid glue.

   4. Die cut the flower bouquet image from Basic Black cardstock (Banner Blooms dies)

        *Stamp "Wishing You ..." in White Craft ink in banner section, sprinkle with White embossing powder, heat with heat tool until shiny white.

        *Adhere die cut to card front with dots of liquid glue

        *Adhere 2 large & 1 medium rhinestones to flower centers.

Your card is ready for sending!

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HAND-DRAWN BLOOMS CLING STAMP SET (EN)
$23.00

BANNER BLOOMS DIES
$31.00

COASTAL CABANA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

SO SAFFRON 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

FLUID 100 WATERCOLOR PAPER
$9.00

WATER PAINTERS
$12.00

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$5.00

GRANNY APPLE GREEN CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

UNINKED STAMPIN’ PAD & WHISPER WHITE REFILL
$9.50

BASICS EMBOSSING POWDERS
$18.00

COASTAL CABANA CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

MANGO MELODY CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

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Today I'll show you "The Secret to Create That Watercolor Background in a Minute."  If you're in a rush or you just enjoy that watercolor look...today's project is ideal...here's the first card using the Hand Drawn stamp set for the image...

This awesome splash of color does two things--we don't have to use  markers or pencils & it doesn't take a long time.  We simply use re-inkers & the new Water Pens (aka Aqua Painters).  It took me longer to decide on the colors to use than it took me to create this background.

In the above card I used the "scribble" technique--just back & forth with the brush. In the second card below I use the circular method--brushing in circles to apply the color. Both are fast, fun, and fabulous.

The secret to good watercolor backgrounds is to work quickly, not apply too much water, & not to go over the same area many times. Doing any of those things will cause the surface of your paper to "pill" up which is not very attractive.

I'm going to give you step by step directions followed by the Supply list so you can purchase your supplies today.

Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions : 

1. Cut Thick Basic White Cardstock 4 1/4 X 11, score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Cut Basic Black cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut Water Color paper 3 3/4 X 5

    *Place a couple of drops of reinker in the lid of the corresponding ink pad (or other flat container) (Card #1:Polished Pink, Pale Papaya, Granny Apple Green)(Card #2: Poppy Parade, Flirty Flamingo,Melody Mango, Granny Apple Green)

    *Assure water is loaded in broad flat brush, swish through ink blending in a bit of water and "paint" on the area of the cardstock targeted (see photos). Blend over the edge of the colors so they flow together.

    *When paper dries stamp flower image and stem image in black ink (e.g. Memento); stamp Hello in black ink.

    *Add Wink of Stella to flowers

    *Adhere to black layer with liquid glue.

    *Adhere one medium & 2 small rhinestones (see photo).

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on product image below & you'll be in my store, order your supplies now.

FLUID 100 WATERCOLOR PAPER
$9.00

HAND-DRAWN BLOOMS CLING STAMP SET (EN)
$23.00

BANNER BLOOMS DIES
$31.00

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.25

HAPPY DIES (EN)
$30.00

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

WATER PAINTERS
$12.00

WINK OF STELLA GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$5.00

POPPY PARADE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$3.75

FLIRTY FLAMINGO CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

GRANNY APPLE GREEN CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$3.75

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

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Today we'll use the Same Technique for Another 'Look' with the Elegant Designer Paper. Tuesday we used color on color for our "designer" paper ---if you missed it check it out here..https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2021/06/did-you-see-the-other-elegant-designer-paper.html

Today we're using color on white--same technique....but this gives you quite a different feel---this one is a bit brighter & crisper. 

I also added a bit of additional color to the central image using the Freesia Dark Blend marker & a touch of Wink of Stella--this focuses the eye on the card center.  Adding a quick cute tag with the new Elegant Trim creates an eye-catching focal point. Here's a closer look...

Essentially you can create any designer paper needed using any color ink plus white cardstock. Adding that coordinating layer of matching color defines the top layer but isn't absolutely necessary.

I'll give you step by step instructions followed by the supply list so you can purchase your supplies.

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

PS: I'm always open to requests for blog posts--is there a topic or stamp set or product you'd like to see featured? (send it to [email protected])

Directions: 

1. Cut Shimmery White cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Fresh Freesia 4 X 5 1/4; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut Shimmery White cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8:

    *Stamp floral image ( Elegantly Said) in Freesia ink randomly over entire layer (note: start in upper left, stamp diagonally to lower right, then fill in with images until layer is covered. Note: for this card the center image should be right side up)

    *Using Dark Freesia Blend, color over center stamped image; repeat with Wink of Stella.

    *Adhere large Opal Round to flower center.

    *Cut approximately 25" Fresh Fresia ribbon; tie around layer & tie bow under central image (add glue dot under knot to hold securely.

    *Adhere this unit to card front with liquid glue.

4. Stamp 'For You' (Elegantly Said) in black ink on Fresh Freesia cardstock, die cut with Ornate Frames die

    *Punch hole in top

    *Cut approximately 9" silver (Elegant Trim) twine, insert through tag hole and tie round Freesia ribbon in a bow

    *Adhere large rhinestone to tag

Your card is ready for sending!

Supply List: Click on any product image below and you'll be in my store. Order your supplies now.

ELEGANTLY SAID CLING STAMP SET
$23.00

ORNATE FRAMES DIES
$34.00

SHIMMERY WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.00

FRESH FREESIA STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK
$9.00

SIMPLY ELEGANT TRIM
$7.50

FRESH FREESIA 3/8" (1 CM) OPEN WEAVE RIBBON
$7.00

RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$5.00

FRESH FREESIA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

WINK OF STELLA GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

GLUE DOTS
$5.25

OPAL ROUNDS
$7.50

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Did You See the "Other" Elegant Stampin'Up! Designer Paper? Probably not...we're going to design it today! Last week we designed a multicolored paper but this week we're going to create a lovely designer paper that is only one color...check out the card...

We're using a color on color design this week--beginning with the new In Color Fresh Fresia cardstock and stamping with the same ink...

Cut a piece of Fresh Fresia cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8 the begin in the upper left corner and working down to the right bottom--stamp in Fresia and turn the stamp a quarter turn, ink and stamp again. Continue in the same manner covering the entire piece of cardstock. 

Using the same in gives a vivid background. If you prefer a softer image--try using Versamark embossing ink....

Either is beautiful--it's a matter of your preference.

P.S. Check back Thursday to see what else we can do!

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

PS: I'm always open to requests for blog posts--is there a topic or stamp set or product you'd like to see featured? (send it to [email protected])

Directions: 

1. Cut Fresh Fresia cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1 /2, score the long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Blackberry Bliss cardst0ck4 x 5 1/4; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Adhere the "background" designer paper we created above to this layer with liquid glue.

4. Punch Shimmery White cardstock with Elegant Tag punch and adhere to card front with liquid glue:

    *Cut Fresia cardstock 7/8 X 2

    *Stamp "wishing you..." in Memento ink

    *Cut Blackberry cardstock 3/4 X 2 1/4; adhere to back of verse with liquid glue; adhere this unit to tag with dimensionals

    *Adhere Loose Flowers to bottom of tag using dots of liquid glue

    *Cut approximatel 8" Fresia ribbon, tie in bow and adhere to tag with glue dot.

Your card is ready for sending.

Supply List: Click on any product image below and you'll be in my store. Order your supplies now.

ELEGANTLY SAID CLING STAMP SET
$23.00

FRESH FREESIA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

FRESH FREESIA CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$7.50

ELEGANT TAG PUNCH
$18.00

FRESH FREESIA 3/8" (1 CM) OPEN WEAVE RIBBON
$7.00

LOOSE FLOWER FLOURISHES
$7.50

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

STAMPIN’ DIMENSIONALS
$4.00

GLUE DOTS
$5.25

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

FRESH FREESIA STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK
$9.00

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Today we're looking anew at Using the Newly Created In Symmetry Designer Paper. Tuesday we created a whole sheet of a "new" In Symmetry Designer Paper in the colors that I wanted in my card...if you missed it...check it out here https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2021/06/have-you-seen-the-other-in-symmetry-designer-series-paper.html

Since we had virtually 3/4 of the sheet left we have plenty to create a couple of more cards with this new paper we designed. Here's the first one for today...

This one uses s strips cut from the designer sheet--leaving a small border of cardstock underneath adds a bit of pizzazz to the paper. A layer of black cardstock was added beneath the Flirty Flamingo and this provided a sharp contract to set off the paper. After punching the dragonflies from the copper paper, I put them through the Ornate Floral folder to add some interest and dimension to them. Adding a ribbon tied in a knot and our card is completed.

Our second card for today is quite simple and elegant...

This cards simply uses a horizontal layer of our designer paper with a Granny Apply Green backing. Again, adding a measure of Petal pink ribbon and tying a bow completes the picture. Of course, adding the Champagne rhinestones between the images on the designer paper add that last touch of sparkle that makes it elegant!

Pretty fun, right?  I'll give you the card directions below followed by the supply list so you can order your supplies. 

P.S. Check back Thursday to see what we do with the rest of the designer paper!

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions:    

First Card:

Cut Granny Apple Green cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base)

Cut Basic Black cardstock 3 3/4 X 5.

Cut Flirty Flamingo cardstock 3 5/8 X 4 7/8; adhere to black layer with liquid glue.

Cut 3 consecutive pieces of the designer paper each 1 1/8 X 4 5/8; adhere the right and left pieces first to the flamingo layer with liquid glue; then adhere the middle piece.

    *Cut approximately 14" Petal Pink ribbon, tie around card in a knot on the front.

    *Adhere this unit to

Have You Seen the 'Other' In Symmetry Desiger Series Paper? Probably not. I was thinking of creating a card with the new In Symmetry stamp set and I wanted to use designer paper in the design..but the colors I wanted to use in the card were not working with the designer paper in the catalog (Sweet Symmetry). Sooo I decided to create my own...the primary colors I wanted in my designer paper were Flirty Flamingo, Granny Apple Green and Balmy Blue...so here's what happened...

I began with an 81/2 X 11 sheet of Shimmery White (if we're going to dream, let's dream with shimmer, right?)...and using the stamps in the In Symmetry set and the colors I wanted in my designer paper I began filling the sheet with images...

I began in the center alternating the images (each had it's own color) and kept stamping until I filled that sheet...

Now I can cut up this sheet and use it in my card just like Stampin'Up! Designer Series paper...so here's my card...

Pretty fun, right?  I'll give you the card directions below followed by the supply list so you can order your supplies. 

P.S. Check back Thursday to see what we do with the rest of the designer paper!

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

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To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions:    

1. Cut Flirty Flamingo cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score the long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Basic White cardstock 3 3/4 X 5; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut your designer paper 3 5/8 X 4 7/8; adhere to white layer with liquid glue.

4. Die cut small label die (Happy Hippo) from Basic White cardstock; die cut another from basic black.

    *Stamp large flower in Flirty Flamingo ink; stamp stem and leaves in Granny Apple Green.

    *Cut black die cut in half and adhere these to back of white label with liquid glue leaving small borders of black showing around the white piece (see sample)

    *Adhere 1 large Pumpkin pie sequin (Artistry Blooms) in flower center and 5 small ones in the center of each petal (see sample).

    *Cut approximately 8" Flirty Flamingo/gold ribbon, tie bow and adhere to bottom of bloom with a glue dot.

    *Adhere this unit to card front with dimensionals

Your Card is ready for sending!

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SHIMMERY WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.00

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.75

FLIRTY FLAMINGO 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

FLIRTY FLAMINGO CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$7.50

BALMY BLUE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$7.50

FLIRTY FLAMINGO 1/4" (6.4 MM) METALLIC RIBBON
$8.00

ARTISTRY BLOOMS ADHESIVE-BACKED SEQUINS
$7.00

HIPPO & FRIENDS DIES
$36.00

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

STAMPIN’ DIMENSIONALS
$4.00

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Today we're creating Another Beauty with Shaded Summer Stamp Set! This one is a softer look but also is one that can be used for any occasion.

Here's a bit closer look...

Using the white Craft ink and white embossing powder we get that glossy shine and very feminine appearance.  The background designer paper (Hand-Penned) looks like it was just made to coordinate with this stamp set.

That tiny pink flower is one of the Loose Flower embellishments...such a dainty addition to the greeting, and, of course, since it's also in Polished Pink it coordinates with the color perfectly. 

I'll give you the step by step directions to create this card. Following the instructions I'll give you the supply list--you can order the supplies you need to create this card.

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

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To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions:    

1. Cut Thick Basic White cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score the long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Polished Pink cardstock 3 1/2 X 4 1/2; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut pink designer paper (Hand-Penned) 3 3/8 X 4 5/8:

    *Stamp large flower image in White craft ink; sprinkle with white embossing powder and heat with Heat Tool until shiny white.

    *Adhere Silver embellishments in an approximate triangle (see photo).

4. Cut Basic White cardstock 7/8 X 2; stamp "happy birthday" in Polished Pink ink. Adhere small Loose Flower with a tiny dot of glue to upper right corner.

5. Cut Polished Pink 1/2 X 2 1/4; adhere to underneath side of greeting with liquid glue; adhere this unit to card front with dimensionals.

Your card is ready for sending!

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SHADED SUMMER CLING STAMP SET
$23.00

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.25

POLISHED PINK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

POLISHED PINK CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$7.50

LOOSE FLOWER FLOURISHES
$7.50

SILVER & CLEAR EPOXY ESSENTIALS
$9.50

UNINKED STAMPIN’ PAD & WHISPER WHITE REFILL
$9.50

BASICS EMBOSSING POWDERS
$18.00

HAND-PENNED 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
$11.50

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

STAMPIN’ DIMENSIONALS
$4.00

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Today I'll show you a Quick & Easy Shaded
Summer Card. This is one of those stamps that can go anywhere and be used for any occasion. You can do quick and simple (like our card today) or you can go super fancy...either way you end up with a lovely card to send...here's today's...

Here's a closer look...

That beautiful shading is already done for you in the stamp--so quick and so lovely.  Additionally using the scalloped contours dies for that big picture frame adds tons of pow to your card.

I'll give you the step by step directions to create this card. Following the instructions I'll give you the supply list--you can order the supplies you need to create this card.

News: Remember the Jan-June (Spring) mini catalog retires 6/30/21 as do many of the wonderful products we love--so if you want to nab some of your favs before they are gone forever--you'll need to order them now. Here's a list of all the ones retiring Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

 and if you need the excel version click here Download January-June-2021-Mini-Catalog-Last-Chance-Products_US

To go shopping just click the Shop Now button and you'll be in my store. If you use this month's Host Code (PD27A7SE) on your online order you'll receive $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for each $50 in product that you order (excluding shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut 4 1/4 X 11 Pale Papaya cardstock, score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Die cut large scalloped rectangle (Scalloped Contours dies) from black cardstock; adhere to card front with liquid glue.

3. Cut Hand-Penned designer paper (papaya design) 3 5/16 X 4 11/16.

    *Stamp large flower bunch in black ink.

    *Stamp smaller flower bunch in lower left corner in black ink.

    *Add Wink of Stella to the flowers.

4. Cut 7/8 X 2 Pale  Papaya; stamp "happy birthday" (Shaded Summer) in black ink; also stamp a bit of the sprig from the flower bunch in the upper right corner in black ink.

5. Cut 1/2 X 2 1/2 black cardstock; adhere to back of the verse with dots of liquid glue; adhere this unit to the card front with dimensionals.

6. Add large Opals to the 2 large flowers and one small opal the the smaller flower.

Your card is ready for sending!

Supply List: Click on any product image below and you'll be in my store to order your supplies now:

SHADED SUMMER CLING STAMP SET
$23.00

SCALLOPED CONTOURS DIES
$35.00

 

HAND-PENNED 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER
$11.50

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

OPAL ROUNDS
$7.50

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

WINK OF STELLA CLEAR GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

MULTIPURPOSE LIQUID GLUE
$4.00

STAMPIN’ DIMENSIONALS
$4.00

PALE PAPAYA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$8.75

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