Painted Blooms Sympathy

Hi there!  I'm back with another card image that has been sitting in the computer waiting to be posted. The focal piece is from the Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper, which was in the 2015 Stampin' Up! Occasions catalog.  Such lovely paper!  I felt the DSP was elegant enough for a sympathy card to send to my daughter's friend, who lost her grandma a few months ago.  This card was totally designed from bits and pieces (current and retired) that we all seem to accumulate over time.  So go check out your "bits and pieces" to see what you can make!

Thank you for stopping by today!  Your visits are always welcome!

Rose Wonder Sympathy

Hi there!  Popping in with a quick post showcasing the Rose Wonder stamp set and coordinating Rose Garden Thinlits by Stampin' Up!  Color was sponged onto the panel using the die as a stencil.  The black cut out piece was then adhered over the sponged area.  The sentiment is just one of the sentiments from the stamp set, making this a great deal and an easy peasy card!

Time to feed my grandson, so need to scoot.  Thank you for coming by today! 

Wild Flowers

Inspiration: Laurie Unger

 

Hi there and happy Monday - as well as happy February!  Gosh, I didn't realize how much time had passed since my last post!  Sorry, but life sometimes takes precedence over blogging.  (Gasp!)
The card featured above was designed with the Wild About Flowers set by Stampin' Up! and was one of the selections at my Card Buffet.  Love, love, love this set!  The colors are Elegant Eggplant and Smoky Slate.  A bit of dimension was added to the strip of Smoky Slate by using the Fluttering embossing folder.  The color palette and simplicity of this card makes it possible to use as a birthday card, as well as a sympathy card.

Need to get busy on a project.  Thank you so much for coming by today!

Lovely Hardwood

Hi there!  It's been gray and rainy all week.  Looks like the sun is making an appearance today!   Enough talk about the weather - let's get to the card, which was on our Card Buffet display board.  The background was stamped in Soft Suede onto Pistachio Pudding cardstock with Stampin' Up!s Hardwood background stamp.  The trees are from the Lovely as a Tree set (and will still be available in the new catalog).  A number of sentiments can be used on the inside since I've chosen a rather generic outside sentiment from Chalk Talk.  There's a masculine appearance to this card, but it could also be used as a sympathy card.

Must sign off now to work on some projects and get ready for a crop this weekend.  Thank you so much for coming by today!

All Stampin" Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted. 

Stamps: Lovely as a Tree, Chalk Talk, Hardwood (2014 Occasions) 

Paper: Pistachio Pudding, Soft Suede, Vanilla 

Ink: Soft Suede 

Tools:  1-3/8” Circle punch 

Other:  Sponges, Dimensionals, clear block

Gently Falling Sympathy

Hi there!  Surprise - I'm posting today.  Ha!  This is really gonna be quick since I'm on a very tight schedule today.  Above is a card that was displayed on our January and February Card Buffet.  How about some measurements to make it?  It doesn't have to be a sympathy card.  I used the solid leaf image from Gently Falling.  Stamp full strength, then stamp again (without applying more ink) for the lighter images.  This is known as second generation stamping.  Repeat the process - ink up, stamp twice.  Do that a few times until you get the look you want.  Stamp the sentiment on the strip.  Hint: It's easier to put the brads through both layers (the strip and the embossed panel) before adhering to the card base.  You'll have to let me know if you make this card.  Enjoy!  Here are the dimensions:

Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted. 

Stamps: Gently Falling, (inside - Loving Thoughts or Blessings from Heaven) 

Paper: Perfect Plum, White 

Ink: Perfect Plum 

Tools:  Fancy Fan embossing folder, 1/8” hole punch 

Other:  White mini brads (non-SU), clear block 

 

White card base = 5-1/2 x 8-1/2”, scored at 4-1/4” and folded

White Fancy Fan embossed panel = 4” x 5-1/4”

Perfect Plum mat = 3” x 4-14”

White stamped piece = 2-3/4” x 4”

White sentiment strip = 1” x 4”

Ok, must run.  Chances of a blog post tomorrow are slim.  So with that, hope you have a great weekend!  Thank you for coming by for a visit today!  Your visits are always appreciated!

Love and Sympathy Swap

Hi there!  Hope everyone had a good weekend.  There was a lot of partying in conjunction with the Super Bowl yesterday - despite the weather!   Mary Taylor and I felt it was in everyone's best interest to reschedule our Card Buffet for Feb 15 due to the icy conditions.  Saturday it rained all day, then the temperature dropped below freezing that evening.  It isn't going to get above freezing all week!  I stayed all cozy and warm in the studio working on future projects.  Speaking of projects, how about a couple since I didn't get a chance to post Friday?  The first card was Diane Mikle's shoebox swap.  She used the Love & Sympathy set, which is a great set made for these occasions.  The background panel was embossed with the Decorative Dots embossing folder.  This is just one of the Stampin' Up! Sale-A-Bration products that can be earned FREE with a $50 purchase (excluding tax and s/h).  The stamped sentiment was cut out from a new Occasions Catalog item, Starburst Framelits die.  This was then matted onto a piece cut from Midnight Muse with the Deco Label Framelits.  Such a beautiful card.

Here is Kim Coulter's swap.

The honeycomb background was cut from a new item, Hexagon Hive Thinlits die, which can be found on page 26 of the 2014 Occasions Catalog.  The flower and bee images on the focal piece can also be found in the Occasions Catalog (page 21), called Springtime Hello.  A hostess set in the annual catalog, Express Yourself, was used for the sentiment.  The Tea Lace Paper Doily, Linen Thread, and pearls finish off this stunning card.

That's it for now.  Your visit today is very much appreciated!  Thank you!

Serene Sorry

Hi there!  I'm back with another card from the archives.  This, as with yesterday's card, was from our June Card Buffet.  Don't know what happened that these didn't get posted.  Must have been a senior moment!  lol 

All Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted. 

Stamps: So Sorry, Serene Silhouettes, Blessings from Heaven (inside) 

Paper: Night of Navy, White, Night of Navy pattern from Patterns Pack III (retired) 

Ink: Night of Navy 

Tools:  1-3/4” Circle punch 

Other:  5/8” Whisper White Organza ribbon, clear blocks

Inspiration: LeeAnn Greff    http://flowerbug.typepad.com  posted Feb 7, 2013

I'm out of here to go pick up my daughter and her fiance from the airport.  Later we're meeting to wedding dress shop.

Thanks for coming by for a visit today!

Papillon Potpourri meets Venetian Romance

Hi there!  Well, I meant to post yesterday but life took a different route.  So I'll just jump right in with today's card from our August Card Buffet sample board.  It was a popular card and remained on the board for several months.  Not everyone used it as a sympathy card, either.  That's one of the great things about card making - you can change the sentiment for the ocassion.

All Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted.

Stamps: Loving Thoughts, Thoughts & Prayers (Sharing in your sorrow-inside)

Paper: Pistachio Pudding, Vanilla, Venetian Romance DSP

Ink: Pistachio Pudding

Tools:  Flower Garden embossing folder, Elegant Butterfly punch, Petite Butterfly punch

Other:  Dimensionals, glue dots, Pearls

Inspiration: Chiaki Havrstick   www.stampingpro.com  posted Mar 19, 2013

My apologies for a short post but the to-do list is a long one today!  Thanks for stopping in for a visit!

Time to Paws

Hi there!  Hope your week was a good one.  It went by quick!  The forecast is great - the high temp today is 74!  Last night we had our O'Fallon Card Buffet and that went very well.  Thanks to ALL the ladies who attended our Buffet this past Saturday and last night!  We had a great time! 

Now for one of the cards on our Buffet display is the paw print, which can be a pet sympathy (as shown above) or it can easily be made into a congratulations or birthday for a pet (shown below).  I sent Rocky (our granddog) a "miss you" card after having him for a week.  His parents got a kick out of that.  You could even make it for a Mizzou fan by changing the colors! 

All Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted. 

Stamps: So Sorry 

Paper: White, Black, Cherry Cobbler 

Ink: Black 

Tools:  Hearts Framelits, Small Oval punch, Small Heart punch 

Other:  Dimensionals

Inspiration: Mary Fish   link to her video to make the paw

That's all for now.  Hope you have a great weekend and thanks for stopping by for a peek at my blog!

Summer Silhouettes

Hi there!  Today I am sharing a sympathy card that I received from Penny Thomas.  This is such a beautiful card in real life.  Penny has already given me permission to CASE it.  (Just got all my new goodies to make it, too!)   Thank you Penny - not only for the card but for your kindness!

Sorry for the short post today.  Need to finish cutting paper for my Stamp Camp on Saturday.  If you wish to attend, please contact me to reserve your spot.  We have a lot of fun!

Have a great day and thank you for stopping in today!

More Cards

Hi there!  Here is the next batch of handmade sympathy cards received during the last few weeks.

JoAnn M (from the TOPICS in TX)

Kathy B

Lee D

Mary S

Pam D

Patty S

Phyllis P

Rita B

Thanks everyone for your wonderful handiwork but more importantly, the love you have shown me!  

Baroque Butterflies

Hi there!  I have a sympathy card to share with you today.  These types of cards are never easy, especially when you need one.  I was inspired by a card in neutral tones that I saw on Pinterest.  I wanted a touch of color and achieved that with the Marina Mist card base and large butterfly.  The negative pieces from the Embosslit Die was used as a stencil to get the different sizes of butterflies over the Baroque Motif swirl.  (This set will no longer be available after May 31, 2012)

Stamps: Baroque Motifs, Thoughts and Prayers
Paper: Marina Mist, Very Vanilla, Early Espresso
Ink: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, River Rock, Chocolate Chip, Sahara Sand
Other: Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die, Beautiful Wings Embosslit, Square Lattice Embossing Folder, Early Espresso 1/4" grosgrain ribbon

Must finish cutting paper for Stamp Camp on Saturday.  Have a great day and thank you for coming by today!

Delicate Doilies Stamp Camp Card

Hi there and Happy Valentines Day!  Popping in real quick before getting ready to leave for the airport to pick up my sister-in-law.  Here is another card the girls made at Stamp Camp this past Saturday.  The black strip under the focal piece was changed to a lace border - an afterthought.  It was made with the Lace Ribbon Border punch.

Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted

Stamps: Delicate Doilies (w-122590,c-122592), Loving Thoughts (w-125845,c-125845)  

Paper: Black, Island Indigo, White

Ink: Black, Island Indigo, Black marker

Tools: Color Spritzer, Acrylic blocks

Other: Sponges, Dimensionals

Inspiration: Stampin’ Connection

Sorry for the quick post.   Thanks for coming by today!

Love & Care

Hi there and happy Tuesday!  Woo Hoo!  Sale-A-Bration starts today!!!  Love getting free stuff!  If you need a Demonstrator, please contact me at the information on the right side bar.  I'd be happy to help you!

Been  going through files on my computer and came across some things that never got posted.  This card was made with the Love & Care set, which is now retired.  It can be used for either a sympathy card or a get well card.

Stamps: Hello Doily, Love & Care, Thoughts & Prayers
Paper: Crumb Cake, Rich Razzelberry
Ink: Crumb Cake, Rich Razzelberry
Other: Pearls

Hope your day is going well.  Thank you for peeking in today! 

On-Line Extravagana and Stamp Camp Cards

Hi there!  Good News!  Stampin' Up! launches their On-line Extravagana on Monday, Nov 21.  Do your holiday shopping right here - plus get free stuff and great discounts.  Hurry, each special is extremely time-sensitive ... only for a 24 hour period! 

Today I had some wonderful ladies at my Stamp Camp!  It started out as a real challenge but worked out in the end - and that's what counts.  I sooo appreciate their help and being so understanding of the circumstances beyond my control.  Thank you ladies!!!   You are AWESOME!

Here is one of the cards that was made today.  Love the Well Worn DSP.  It's great to use on masculine or vintage cards. 

All Stampin' Up! supplies used unless otherwise noted:

Stamps: Thoughts and Prayers

Paper: Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Not Quite Navy, Well Worn DSP

Ink: Early Espresso, Not Quite Navy, Soft Suede (to ink edges)

Tools: Wide Oval (2” x 3/8”) punch, Large Oval (1-3/4”x7/8”) punch, Sizzix Button Sizzlit, poker tool

Other:  Linen Thread, Dimensionals, glue dots

That's it for now - heading to bed.  Thank you for not giving up on me and stopping in today!

Pocket Silhouettes

Happy Friday - and a long weekend at that!

Another quick post from me today - only this time I have a card!  It is made from the Pocket Silhouettes set, which is a very versatile set.   Unfortunately, there are times when we need sympathy cards.  This set stamped in a tone on tone palette fits the bill nicely.

Of course you could always change out the sentiment for a happier occasion.  I'm not sure where I saw this layout - maybe ChicnScratch or Butternutsagedesigns blog. 

I need to get to bed.  The little one (granddaughter) will be up early and it's after 1 a.m.  Yikes!   I'll be hitting the coffee tomorrow - I mean today. lol

Have a safe holiday weekend and thanks for coming by!

Owl and Pocket Silhouettes cards

Good afternoon!  Thought I'd share with you a couple of things I've been working on today. This will be a quick post - need to get these in the mail. The owl on the first card is made from the owl punch with a few nurse embellishments.  (Inspired by Kay Sha's Nurse Betty Owl click here, scroll down to Sep 4 post.)  The hat is the owl's vest turned upside down.  The cross is made from the Itty Bitty punch pack, trimmed. The leaves are from the bird punch and the sentiment is from Word Play, which is 30% off until the end of this month.  If you'd like to place an order, just contact me.  (contact info on right side bar)  Hope my card brings a smile to my Stampin' Sister's face.

Unfortunately, I also needed a sympathy card.  The following neutral tone on tone card was pretty much CASE'd from Kathy Baffone on our Demonstrator web site. (Sorry!)  I changed very little - just the sentiment and omitted the little stamped butterflies.  I find that neutral tones work really well for most occasions.  The plant image is from the Pocket Silhouettes set (stamped in Crumb Cake), which is matted on another Whisper White piece.  The Framed Tulips showcases the focal piece very nicely.  The sentiment is from Thoughts and Prayers.  All of the edges have been inked with Crumb Cake ink.
 

OK, need to get back to work.  Thanks for checking in with me today!

Springtime Vintage and Elements of Style Samples

Hi there.  Popping in real quick to show you another card (sample #3). The layout for this  card was inspired by Saturday Sketch Challenge (SSC194) on Stamping 411. Go to the March 11 post here if you'd like to see the sketch.  I cut the Not Quite Navy Curly Label in half, then adhered them to the ends of the sentiment to give the illusion of a mat.

Recipe
Stamps: Easter Blossoms
Paper: Very Vanilla, Not Quite Navy, Springtime Vintage DSP, vellum
Ink: Crumb Cake, Not Quite Navy ink pad & marker, Baja Breeze
Tools: Curly Label punch, distressing tool, Beautiful Wings Embosslit die
Other: Victoria 5/8" crochet trim, Basic Pearls

Sample #4 was inspired by Andrea Walford's post on Mar 7 (click here).  I just changed a couple of things - otherwise it's the same as her card.

Recipe
Stamps: Elements of Style, Teeny Tiny Wishes, Thoughts and Prayers (inside sentiment)
Paper: Early Espresso, Rose Red, Crumb Cake, Deck the Halls DSP (retired)
Ink: Early Espresso, Crumb Cake
Tools: Large oval punch, Scallop oval punch, mat pack
Other: Rose Red 1" double stitched grosgrain ribbon (Clearance Rack item-retired)

Thanks for stopping by. Now it's time for me to go to bed.