Today we're Creating Positive Images with Stampin'Up! Ranunculus Leaf Dies! Tuesday we created negative images using these dies...if you missed it..check it out here https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2022/10/creating-negative-images-with-stampinup-ranunculus-leaf-dies.html

On Tuesday we die cut leaves we'll be using today--these are the 'positive' images (from the 'negative' images for Tuesday's card)....today's card....

Closer...

capturing Wink of Stella twinkle...

We used our alcohol Blends to create the graduated blended colors for each leaf. The alcohol allows you to lay down a color, add a bit of contrasting color & then blend it so you get these beautiful imitations of nature.  It's so hard to capture the 'wink' but it really takes the design up a notch on the beauty scale!

The Vannilla/gold ribbon adds pizzazz as a pretty edging.

We have load of texture with Timeworn Type under the leavesand Quatrefoil on the right side..when using a neutral card base you can jazz it up with lots of texture.

The Champagne Rhinestones ratchet up the greeting label--the color of these embellishments blends nicely with an array of color paired with these autumn colors they lean toward a golden hue.

Stop back by next Tuesday --see what we're creating!

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Thick Very Vanilla cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (cardbase).

2. Cut Very Vanilla cardstock 2 X 5 3/8; put through Timeworn Type folder & adhere to left side of card front with glue.

3. Cut Vanilla cardstock 2 3/8 X 5 3/8, put through Quatrefoil folder & adhere to right side of card front with glue.

4. Cut approximately 17" of Vanilla Gold ribbon, wrap around card front -- tie in knot in upper 1/3 of front, seccure knot to card front with a glue dot.

5. Stamp verse (Ranunculus Romance) in Stazon Saddle Brown ink on Vanilla; die cut with scalloped circle die. Die cut slightly larger plain circle from Cajun Craze cardstock. Adhere together with glue & adhere to card front. Adhere 3 small Champagne rhinestones above verse.

6. For 2 leaves (these were die cut in Tuesday's creation) use Dark Daffodil Delight (base) & Dark Pumpkin Pie Blends; for 1 leaf use Pumpkin Pie (base) & Dark Cajun Craze.

    Work in small areas---lay down a layer of he base color, then edge the area in the darker color. Finalize by blending with the base color....then brush with Wink of Stella.

Adhere these in a border along the left edge w ith glue.

You card is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store...order your supplies now;

RANUNCULUS DIES
$32.00

RANUNCULUS ROMANCE CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$23.00

LAYERING CIRCLES DIES
$35.00

DAFFODIL DELIGHT STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK
$9.00

PUMPKIN PIE STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK
$9.00

CAJUN CRAZE STAMPIN' BLENDS COMBO PACK
$9.00

CAJUN CRAZE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.75

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

TIMEWORN TYPE 3D EMBOSSING FOLDER
$10.00

QUATREFOIL TILE EMBOSSING FOLDER
$8.50

GOLD & VANILLA 3/8" (1 CM) SATIN EDGED RIBBON
$8.00

CHAMPAGNE RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$6.00

SADDLE BROWN STAZON INK PAD
$10.00

WINK OF STELLA GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

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Today we're Creating Negative Images with Stampin'Up! Ranunculus Leaf Dies.  So what is a negative image?  It's the absence of the image---so in the case of using a die--we cut out the image with the die---toss the image and what's left over is the 'negative' image or the outline of our image....here's today's card....see it in action...

Now you can see we used the leaf die on the top layer and the die cut has been removed (BTW--keep those die cuts for Thursdays creation)...what you have now is the negative image of the leaf.

We've used blending brushes on the middle layer to create that luscious blending of autumn colors from Cajun Craza through Pumpkin Pie and ending in Daffodil delight.

Check out those gems...those are new embellishments (Leaf labels & Amber Gems)in the fall mini catalog--deep color and a bit larger than the rhinestones we us regularly.

Stop back by Thursday (with those leaf die cuts) to see what we'll be creating then!

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Think Very Vanilla cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Very Vanilla 3 7/8 X 5 1/8; Using leaf die (Ranunculus dies) cut 3 leaves in a diagonal starting upper left and then put through the Timeworn Type embossing folder.

3. Cut Very Vanilla 5 5/8 X 5; use blending brushes and overlapping colors when they meet: Cajun Craze, Pumpkin Pie, & Daffodil Delight

4. Adhere this to the card front with glue; adhere the die cut layer over this with dimensionals.

5. Stamp verse (Ranuculus Romance) in Early Espresso on Very vanilla, hand cut and angling the 2 ends; adhere to card front with mini dimensionals

6. Adhere 1 large and 4 small Amber Gems (see photo for placement).

Your carad is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store---order your supplies now!

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.75

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

TIMEWORN TYPE 3D EMBOSSING FOLDER
$10.00

RANUNCULUS DIES
$32.00

RANUNCULUS ROMANCE CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$23.00

LEAF LABEL & AMBER GEM COMBO PACK
$8.00

BLENDING BRUSHES
$12.50

CAJUN CRAZE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

PUMPKIN PIE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

DAFFODIL DELIGHT CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

EARLY ESPRESSO CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

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A Christmas Stamp Camp Just For You!!!

Christmas Season Home Camp

What's a Home Camp?

 A set of 10 projects created with stamps & dies. Kits for these projects contains all the materials needed to complete them except stamps, inks, coloring tools and adhesives..it's like 2 classes + $20.50 in product included.

You may want to enjoy some crafting alone time away from the holiday hussle or you may want to gather your friends--have them bring their kits & have a stamping party with some fun snacks!

What does my kit contain?

*All supplies cut & prepared to assemble except stamps, inks, coloring tools & adhesives.
*All cut cardstock, designer paper, embellishments
*Dimensions for each project (if you want to do more of them)
*Photos of each project
*Step by step directions for each project
*Some project videos
*1/2 pack of Painted Christmas designer paper, Red/Garden Green Ribbon combo pack, full pack of Red Rhinestones.

What do I need to make these projects from the kits?

Stamps, inks, coloring tools (e.g. Blends),  & adhesives. (Note: if you should want to prepare additional  projects you'll also need to have the dies.) DO NOT need the dies to make the projects from your kits. Shortly after you order your kit you will receive a full list of these tools that you will need.

What do the projects look like?

There are 6 cards, 1 gift card holder, 2 gift tags, and 1 treat holder. 

6 Cards...

Gift Card holder

Tags & Treat holder

You will also receive the following in your kit

    *1/2 packet of Painted Christmas Designer Paper,     
    *1 package of Real Red & Garden Green 3/8 Ribbon Combo, and
    *1 full package of Red Rhinestones.

When can I order this CAMP?

You can order this camp now and through 11/20. November 20th is the last day to order.

What is the fee?

    The fee for all 10 projects
    Photos of each project
    Dimensions for each project (in case you want to copy more)
    Step by Step Directions for each project
    Videos for some of the projects
    1/2 package of Painted Christmas Designer Series Paper
    package of Real Red and Garden Green 3/8 ribbon combo
    Full package of Real Red Rhinestones

    ....the fee is $64 (if you need it mailed to you please add $8 to your kit fee for postage)

Recomend ordering stamps (& dies if you want them) now - these are seasonal sets - once they are gone they may not be available again. If you purchase these sets (totalling $50 or more) & use this host code (BY7AYMD6)...I will send with your kit a package of white envelopes & package of vanilla envelopes...but you must use this code.

    Stamp sets: #156300 Christmas to Remember ($23), #156293 Christmas Seasaon ($22)

    Dies (optional): #156309 Christmas Pinecones ($45), #156299 Seasonal Labels ($38)

Photos shown at the bottom of this page....

When do I get my kit?

Kits will be ready for pick up (313 Esther Dr, Forest Hill, Md 21050) or for mailing to you by 12/1/22.

If you need your kit mailed you will need to add $8 to your kit fee.

To order this Christmas Season Home Camp...

    *Click here to pay with PayPal

    *or email: [email protected]

    *or Phone: 410 836 8016

Products:

If you purchase sets (totalling $50 or more) & use this host code (BY7AYMD6)...you'll receive a package of white envelopes & a package of vanilla envelopes...but you must use this code.

156300 Christmas to Remember stamps

156293 Christmas Season stamp set

156309 Christmas Pinecone Dies

156299 Seasonal Label Dies

Today we're doing Another Creation Using Stampin'Up! Meadow Dies + Ocean Front Stamps. Tuesday we created two lovely cards using the Quiet Meadow stamps/dies with the Watercolor Shapes stamps--I also revealed a secret to the background stampind---if you missed it, check it out here https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2022/10/stampinup-quiet-meadow-watercolor-shapes-a-secret-twist.html.

Today's creation is using the Ocean Front stamp set--probably not your first thought this time of year...but the background iage in that set provides a totally awesome shading that results in a dynamic contrast to the silhouette dies.....here's today's creation...

and now a closer peak a the shading...

Notice how the shading in the stamp goes from light to dark...then we slighty overlapped the first stamp with the second stamping and we get another gradation of color....it's such an easy background but it gives such a professionnal look.

The black silhouette contrasts perfectly with the graded coloring. We've added some twinkle and sparkle using the Pool Party sequins (Adhesive backed sequins & Gems in the Holiday mini),  Then a bit of soft shine using the Pool Party ribbon ties the two flowers together at the stems.

This is such an easy card to make--you can vary the background color and the silhouette die to build your stash of cards just awaiting the right occasion to send!

Stop back by next week to see what we'll be creating then!

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

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

2. Cut Bermuda Bay cardstock 3 1/2 X 4 3/4; adhere to card front with glue.

3. Cut Basic White cardstock 3 3/8 X 4 5/8.

4. Stamp background image in Coastal Cabana in the upper half; ink again and just slightly overlapping the first stamp, stamp again in the lower half.

5. Die cut flower (two times) from Basic Black cardstock; trim stems approximately 1" from bottom; adhere over background stamping with glue.

6. Cut approximately 8" Pool Party ribbon, tie bow, adhere where stems intersect with a glue dot.

7. Adhere 3 Pool Party sequins (see photo for placement).

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies now!

MEADOW DIES
$38.00

OCEANFRONT PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
$22.00

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

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

COASTAL CABANA CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

BASIC BLACK 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

ADHESIVE-BACKED SEQUINS & GEMS
$7.50

POOL PARTY 3/8" (1 CM) SHEER RIBBON
$6.00

BERMUDA BAY 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

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Today we're creating with Stampin'Up! Quiet Meadow + Watercolor Shapes & a Secret Twist. I love silhouette dies and creating fun backgrounds over which they just pop off the project.  The Quiet Meadow and coordinating dies (Meadow dies) are perfect for the late summer and autumn.

Today we're creating a background using the Watercolor Shapes (and later I'll show you a secret about using these stamps)...here's today's design

& a closer look at the background...

The watercolor stamps are shaded as you can see well in this close up...we added some additional texture by using the Timeworn Type embossing folder after stamping.

The Early Espresso silhouette die cut provides a super contrast to the lighter Pale Papaya.  The brushed metallic dots add a bit of shine along with the Vanilla/gold ribbon--this is the ribbon that takes on the underlying color beneath it. This feature makes it a delightful embellishment to have in your stash.

Now, I promised you a secret twist to using the Watercolor Shapes...re-looking at the above you will remember that these background stamps provide a shading built into the stamp itself. This is very lovely and provides texture and interest. However, if you take the stamp off the block (clean it first) and adhere the 'good side' to the block--you can now stamp with the backside....and when you do...this is what happens....

Yes, the shape no longer has the shading and now provides a smooth circle over which our silhouette is in great contrast. Isn't that fun--you have 2 stamps in one--making this a reversible stamp set because you can do this little trick with all the stamps in this set.

OK, drop me a comment--which do you prefer?

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Stop back by Tuesday to see what other design we have using the Meadow dies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Pale Papaya 8 1/2 X 5 1/2, score long side at 4 1/4 (card base).

2. Cut Early Espresso 5 X 3 3/4; adhere to cardfront with liquid glue

3. Cut Papaya 4 7/8 X 3 5/8

    *Stamp 3 overlapping Watercolor Shapes circles in Pale Papaya ink (see photo)
    *Put stamped layer through Timeworn Type embossing folder.
    *Die cut flower & butterfly (Meadow dies) from Espresso; adhere over circles.

4. Cut Basic White cardstock 2 X 1/2; stamp verse in Early Espresso; adhere near flower stem with dimensionals

5. Adhere 1 large & 2 small brushed gold dots (see photo).

6. Cut approximately 8" vanilla/gold ribbon, tie in bow and adhere to stem with a glue dot.

Your card is ready for sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order supplies now!

MEADOW DIES
$38.00

QUIET MEADOW CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$21.00

WATERCOLOR SHAPES PHOTOPOLYMER STAMP SET
$21.00

PALE PAPAYA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

EARLY ESPRESSO 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

BRUSHED METALLIC ADHESIVE BACKED DOTS
$8.10

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

GOLD & VANILLA 3/8" (1 CM) SATIN EDGED RIBBON
$8.00

EARLY ESPRESSO CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

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Today we're creating Another Amazing Card Using Stampin'Up! Delicate Edges Dies. Tuesday we created a beauty using autumn colors...if you missed it check it out here.... https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2022/09/check-this-amazing-card-using-stampinup-delicate-edges-dies.html

Today's charming look is created using a winter color blend...

Trying to capture the glow of the silver foil...

The super power of this die set is that it provides 4 totally unique designs...so even using the same card design when we alter the the die selection we have a card with a totally different look & feel.

On this card we used Pacific Point and Fresh Freesia ink for our blended background...to me this gives a slightly winter feel.  So with the blue tones we chose the silver foil for the edge cuts to coincide with the 'cool' colors.

For this embellishments we chose the ever sparkly Freesia sequins that catch any passing ray of light and turn it into a beautiful sparkle. We added the ribbin of white glitter that adds an additional touch of sparkle near the top of the card.

Again, we used the greeting fron the Go To Greetings set that gives us our most frequently used greetings.

Stop back by next Tuesday and see what we've created for you.

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

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

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

3. Cut  Basic White cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8

    *With Blending Brushes in circular motions use the following inks diagonally across the cardstock overlapping each color with the next one

        *Pacific Point
        *Fresh Freesia
Note: After completing the 2 "bands" of color go over the entire piece with Freesia to do a final "blend"

    *Adhere this to the card front with glue

4. Stamp the greeting in black in near the bottom center (see photo)

5. Die cut 4 "leaf" borders from silver foil; place these vertically altering the length of the die cut  & adhere with small amounts of glue--trim off excess at the top of the cardstock

6. Cut approximately 12" of white glitter ribbon. Wrap around card front and tie in a knot in top center--secure knot with a glue dot.

7. Adhere 3 Freesia sequins (see photo)

Your card is ready fro sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies now!

DELICATE EDGES DIES
$30.00

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

BASIC WHITE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

FRESH FREESIA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

PACIFIC POINT 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

FRESH FREESIA CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

ADHESIVE-BACKED SEQUINS & GEMS
$7.50

BLENDING BRUSHES
$12.50

SILVER FOIL 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) SPECIALTY PACK
$10.00

WHITE 3/8'' (1 CM) GLITTERED ORGANDY RIBBON
$8.50

GO TO GREETINGS CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$24.00

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Stampin'Up!'s new product collection

Fitting Florets

will be available for purchase November - December

Preorders are being taken from NOW - 10/31 5PM

Call 410 836 8016

or

Email: [email protected]

(Note: the bundle will appear in the new spring mini catalog--
the remainder of the products will not be available after 12/31/22)

Download the complet brochure here Download 1022_Q4_OOP_PREORDER_FLYER_FITTING_FLORETS_US (1)

Today we'll be using a super set of dies---Check This Amazing Card Using Stampin'Up! Delicate Edges Dies.  This is a set of 4 beautiful dies that provide a variety of edges...each with it's own unique twist. It's one of those sets you'll want to have in your basic die stash because each die is a staple design that will not go out of style.

Here's today's card...

And here's a bit closer look...

We used gold foil to create the leaf "edgings"...the gold gives the card such a lovely warm glow...it just screams autumn.

Autumn colors are my favorite group of colors (except for spring & then there's the crisp winter hues, & those lovely brilliant summer ones...ok, so I really enjoy them all)! But I do enjoy creating with blending the warm fall colors---in this case I used Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, & Cajun Craze---topped it off with the gold foil & this card becomes a classic design that can be part of your ever present stash for a quick grab.

For what occasion would this NOT work? It's perfect for thinking of you, thank you, birthday, just a note, thanksgiving....I used one of my favorite greeting sets (Go To Greetings) becaue I can find a greeting in that set that will fit almost any occasion and size needed. This is a right great set to keep in the front of your greeting sets for quick grab.

Stop back by Thursday and see another version using the Delicate Edges.

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Thick Very Vanilla carstock 4 1/4 X 11, score long side at 5 1/2 (card base).

2. Cut Cajun Craze cardstock 5 1/4 X 4; adhere to card front with glue

3. Cut Very Vanilla cardstock 3 7/8 X 5 1/8

    *With Blending Brushes in circular motions use the following inks diagonally across the cardstock overlapping each color with the next one

        *Daffodil Delight
        *Pumpkin Pie
        *Cajun Craze
Note: After completing all 3 "bands" of color go over the entire piece with Daffodil to do a final "blend"

    *Adhere this to the card front with glue

4. Stamp the greeting in black in near the bottom center (see photo)

5. Die cut 4 "leaf" borders from gold foil; place these vertically altering the length of the & adhere with small amounts of glue--trim off excess at the top of the cardstock

6. Cut approximately 12" of gold/vanilla ribbon. Wrap around card front and tie in a knot in top center--secure knot with a glue dot.

7. Adhere 1 largen & 2 medium Champagne Rhinestones (see photo)

Your card is ready foe sending!

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store--order your supplies now!

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.75

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

CAJUN CRAZE 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$9.25

DELICATE EDGES DIES
$30.00

DAFFODIL DELIGHT CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

PUMPKIN PIE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

CAJUN CRAZE CLASSIC STAMPIN' PAD
$8.00

GOLD FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

GOLD & VANILLA 3/8" (1 CM) SATIN EDGED RIBBON
$8.00

CHAMPAGNE RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS
$6.00

GO TO GREETINGS CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$24.00

BLENDING BRUSHES
$12.50

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Today we're creating  Another Quick and Easy Faux Watercolor Card featuring Ranunculus Romance Die Cut Leaf. Tuesday we created a leaf cascade card check it out here if you missed it... https://www.sandilovesstamping.com/2022/09/quick-easy-faux-watercoloring-fall-leaves-on-a-card.html

Today we're using that same technique and altering one of the colors...this changes the color combo and provides a fresh look....

And a bit closer...

In preparing the colors this time we used Mossy Meadow instead of Cajun Craze--this lightens the color combo while still staying with traditional autumn colors.

This time we are layering the leaves over square backgrounds--this features each leaf as it's own painting. Adding Wink of Stella (impossible to see in the photo) adds a quite stunning effect.

We added 3 brushed metallic dots to add our touch of pizazz to the card.

Leaving off a greeting this now becomse one of those awesome stash cards that can be used at any time for any occasion--this one is definitely great for guys, gals...for birthdays, thank you, thinking of you, just a note....etc.

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Stop back by nex week to see what's in store for us to create together.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Thick Very Vanilla cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2 score long side at 4 1/4 (card base)

2. Cut Very Vanilla 4 1/8 X 5 3/8;  put through Quatrefoil embossing folder and adhere to card front.

3. Cut watercolor paper 3 1/2 X 5 (if creating more than one card use full sheet)

    *Place 3-4 drops of reinker in the lids of the Pumpkin Pie, Crushed Curry, and Mossy Meadow ink pads.

    *Using a water painter and a small container of water (the water painter doesn't deliver sufficient water for this technique) paint a light coat of water over the paper.

    *Starting with Curry quickly pick up more water on the brush and add to the drops in the lid---add this color to random spots on the pre-wet paper. Repeat with Pumpkin and Mossy Meadow (if you work in this order you won't need to clean your brush between colors).

    *When the entire sheet is colored let dry (or use heat gun). Die cut 3 leaves. Add Wink of Stella to leaves

 4. Cut 3 pieces of Copper foil 1 5/8 X 1 5/8; cut 3 pieces of very vanilla cardstock 1 1/2 X 1 1/2; adhere together with glue dots--adhere to card front with glue dots (see photo).

    Adhere a leaf to each square varying the orientation of the leaves

5. Add 3 small copper brushed metallic dots in a line under the leaf on the right side

Your card is ready for sending.

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store. Order your supplies today!

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.75

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25

FLUID 100 WATERCOLOR PAPER
$9.00

QUATREFOIL TILE EMBOSSING FOLDER
$8.50

RANUNCULUS DIES
$32.00

PUMPKIN PIE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$4.00

CRUSHED CURRY CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$4.00

WATER PAINTERS
$13.00

WINK OF STELLA GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

COPPER FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

MOSSY MEADOW CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$4.00

BRUSHED METALLIC ADHESIVE BACKED DOTS
$8.10

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Today we''re going to be creating a Quicky & Easy Faux Watercoloring Fall Leaves on a Card. Autumn is my favorite time of the year & there's not much I love better in nature than fall colors. Today we're using the gorgeous leaf in the Stampin'Up! Ranunculus Romance set.

Coloring individual leaves can take quite some time & since I'm not an artist I find it very challenging. So when I discovered how quickly & easily this coloring can be done I was in heaven.

Here's today's creation...

and here's a bit closer look a the coloring...

The best part is there's no right or wrong coloring--select 3 of your favorite colors & use the water painters on the Watercolor paper. I'll explain the quick foolproof technique below...you aren't really watercoloring ---you are simply smearing the watered colors onto the pre-wet paper & they are pretty much blending themselves. I

I'll give you full directions below followed by the supply list to order your supplies.

Stop back by Thursday to see another version.

Remember: If you use this month's host code (SVADB3GK) you can earn $5 in Stampin'Up! product (I choose) for every $50 in product that you order (excludes shipping & tax).

Directions:

1. Cut Thick Very Vanilla cardstock 8 1/2 X 5 1/2 score long side at 4 1/4 (card base)

2. Cut Very Vanilla 4 1/8 X 5 3/8;  put through Quatrefoil embossing folder and adher to card front.

3. Cut watercolor paper 3 1/2 X 5 (if creating more than one card use full sheet)

    *Place 3-4 drops of reinker in the lids of the Pumpkin Pie, Crushed Curry, and Cajun Craze ink pads.

    *Using a water painter and a small container of water (the water painter doesn't deliver sufficient water for this technique) paint a light coat of water over the paper.

    *Starting with Curry quickly pick up more water on the brush and add to the drops in the lid---add this color to random spots on the pre-wet paper. Repeat with Pumpkin and Cajun (if you work in this order you won't need to clean your brush between colors).

    *When the entire sheet is colored let dry (or use heat gun). Die cut 5 leaves. Adhere these in a downward cascade  from top left of card front. Add Wink of Stella to leaves

    *Die cut 2 large and 2 small sprigs (Holly Leaves dies) from gold foil and insert as shown in sample.

4. Cut approximately 8" Vanilla/gold ribbon, tie in bow, and adhere to top of leaf cascade with a glue dot.

5. Stamp 'hello' (Go To Greetings) in Memento on vanilla cardstock, hand trim with paper snips. Adhere to card front with glue dots.

Your card is ready for sending.

Supplies: Click on any image below and you'll be in my store. Order your supplies today!

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" THICK CARDSTOCK
$8.75

FLUID 100 WATERCOLOR PAPER
$9.00

QUATREFOIL TILE EMBOSSING FOLDER
$8.50

RANUNCULUS DIES
$32.00

PUMPKIN PIE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$4.00

CAJUN CRAZE CLASSIC STAMPIN’ INK REFILL
$4.00

CRUSHED CURRY CLASSIC STAMPIN' INK REFILL
$4.00

WATER PAINTERS
$13.00

WINK OF STELLA GLITTER BRUSH
$8.00

GOLD FOIL SHEETS
$5.00

HOLLY BERRY DIES
$35.00

GO TO GREETINGS CLING STAMP SET (ENGLISH)
$24.00

TUXEDO BLACK MEMENTO INK PAD
$6.00

GOLD & VANILLA 3/8" (1 CM) SATIN EDGED RIBBON
$8.00

VERY VANILLA 8-1/2" X 11" CARDSTOCK
$10.25