Jennifer’s Wedding

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I know!  It’s been a long time since I have published a card and I don’t have any great excuse except that I’m busy. I have been making cards though and hopefully I will get caught up with sharing them.
My niece who lives in Wichita, KS recently got married. I wasn’t able to make the trip so I had to send a WOW card with a WOW gift.
The base of the card is  Whisper White. I used the Shimmery White cardstock with the Vintage Wallpaper Sizzix embossing folder but only put about 2/3 through the Big Shot leaving the bottom blank. This was mounted on Brushed Silver cardstock as a mat.  Next a wrap with Whisper White organza ribbon. I just love this ribbon. It’s sooooo elegant!!!! 
The sentiment  from the classic Sincere Salutations was stamped with retired Encore Silver on a scrap piece of Shimmery White cardstock.   Versamark with silver embossing powder would work with this beautifully for a current method.   The Decorative Label punch was used to punch out the sentiment and to create the faux mat. 
The Pièce de résistance is the hat pin with assorted bead & crystals from my bauble box (some from the retired Pretties Kit). 
I mailed this card using the Padded Envelope (116911). It made the journey perfectly and arrived just in time to be placed next to her wedding cake. What an honor.
This card would be just as lovely using the Brushed Gold cardstock, Gold Embossing Powder and gold hat pin.    Perfect for a golden wedding anniversary.
Stay tuned to see some of my recent creations.  I’m going to try to get better at posting more often.
Summary
Stamps:  Sincere Salutations
Paper:  Whisper White, Shimmery White and Brushed Silver
Ink: Encore Silver (retired)
Accessories:  Sizzix Big Shot, Large Vintage Wallpaper Sizzix embossing folder, Decorative Label Punch, Whisper White Organza Ribbon, Dimensionals, Adhesive, Padded Envelope

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Posted on : May 27 2011
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Dazzling Blueberry Crisp

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This card has a two-fold purpose.  The first is a birthday card for my upline, Pam D'Urso.  I had to make something very special for not only is she a very special friend but a creative and talented leader.  Her support is endless and I appreciate her commitment to this business.

The second purpose is for a monthly Buddy Card Swap lead by Karen Graff-Povis.  My swap buddy for this month was Patti Schnell.  After receiving this card in the mail, Patti sent me an e-mail telling me that she was wondering why in the world I was sending her a birthday card when it wasn't her birthday.  Then she realized I was her swap buddy.  What a hoot!  I love this swap because you never know from one month to the next who your buddy is and then it's a big surprise when you get your card in the mail.

Here are the details for this card:

Stamps:  Razzle Dazzle, Teeny Tiny Wishes
Paper:  Blueberry Crisp DSP, Not Quite Navy, Sahara Sand and Very Vanilla
Ink:  Not Quite Navy (stamp pad & marker) and Sahara Sand (marker)
Tools & Accessories:  Sizzix Big Shot, Sizzix Scallop Circle #2 Die, Circle Scissors, Word Window punch, Scallop Edge border punch, 5/8" Very Vanilla Satin Ribbon, Not Quite Navy Brads, Paper Piercer, Mat Pack, Dimensionals and adhesive 


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Posted on : Nov 29 2010
Posted under Birthdays |

Joy at Christmas

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The Deck the Halls Designer Paper Series has a vintage pattern that will give your holiday cards that old fashion Christmas feeling.  The Cherry Cobbler cardstock is embossed making this card amaziing.  I gave this card a swap at a recent Stampin' UP! demonstrator event and plan on it being a card selection at my upcoming Christmas Card Workshop on December 4, 2010.  If you haven't received your announcement yet, please email me and I will send it to you.

Stamps:  Perfect Punches

Paper:  Deck the Halls DSP, Soft Suede, Very Vanilla, Aways Artichoke and Cherry Cobbler

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler

Accessories:  Petals -a -Plenty Sizzix Embossing Folder, Scallop Punch, Sizzix Circle # 2 Die, Ribbon, Dimensionals and adhesive.


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Posted on : Oct 20 2010
Posted under Christmas |

Gratitude at Thanksgiving

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The colors of the Autumn Spice designer paper are just luscious.  This paper is cardstock weight and  textured.  I couldn't wait to buy it and use it to make this lovely card.  I get real excited using hand-made embellishments. The more layers the better!

More than the colors and textures of this  beautiful card, it's the verse that really hits home for me.  I am so grateful for all of the blessings that I receive each and everyday.

PRODUCT SUMMARY

Stamp Sets:  Day of Gratitude

Paper:  Early Expresso, Old Olive and Autumn Spice DSP, Whisper White and Cherry Cobbler

Ink:  Cherry Cobbler  and Old Olive (Stamp Write Markers) and Old Olive Stamp Pad

Tools:  Decorative Label Punch, Large Oval Punch, Old Olive Satin Ribbon, Dimensionals and adhesive


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Posted on : Oct 02 2010
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My Friend

My Friend

This card is a somewhat monochromatic but with the various mediums and tools used, it doesn't look monochromatic.  It's made using the new Daffodil Delight color in the Brights Collection by Stampin' UP! 
 
The new 3mm Basic Pearl mounted onto a the flower punched with the Itty Bitty Shapes Punch Pack took this card to the next level of elegance. The Basic Pearl jewels are self adhesive half pearls that come in 2mm, 3mm and 5mm sizes. Look to see them often as I absolutely love them!
Daffodil Delight reminds me of sunshine but doesn't have the heat  we are experiencing this weekend here in St. Louis.  Our temperature today reached 97 degrees with a humidity that made it feel like 107 degrees. On a day like today, it's best just to stay indoors and make a card!
Summary
Stamps:  Friends Never Fade, Perfect Punches
Paper:  Daffodil Delight cardstock, Whisper White cardstock and Greenhouse Gala Designer Paper Series
Ink:  Daffodil Delight
Accessories:  Sizzix Big Shot, Movers & Shapers Curly Label die,  Curly Label punch, Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border punch, Itty Bitty Shapes punch pack, Basic Pearl Jewel (3mm), Daffodil Delight 5/8 grosgrain ribbon, Dimensionals, Adhesive

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Posted on : Jul 24 2010
Posted under Birthdays, Occasions, Thank You |

Friends Never Fade

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Friends Never Fade

I am just loving the new colors this year that premiered in Stampin’ UP’s 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog (IBC).  And the new Designer Series Papers are to die for.  My wish list is soooooo long.
I made two of these cards to send to two friends. I won’t mention their names so not to spoil their surprise.  This card was very easy to make.  The designer series paper negates the need for complicated techniques.  I'm all about clean & simple.
Products:
Stamps:  Friends Never Fade
Paper:  Whisper White, Early Expresso, Pear Pizazz and Greenhouse Gala Designer Paper Series.
Ink:  Pear Pizazz
Accessories:  Scallop Border Punch, Ribbon (Early Expresso Grosgrain & Marina Mist Taffeta) , Dimensionals and Adhesive

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Posted on : Jul 18 2010
Posted under Occasions |
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