June Card Class Roundup

Along with Stamp Club, I attended two card classes this June. All three events were focused on using new products from the catalog. I wanted to get some new ideas for my own cards and I did! I love the sunburst design and this one used some great new DSP and colors.

We made a cute card holder at club. These would be great little gifts for Christmas or for craft sales.

Love this simplistic design. I'll admit that the Work of Art stamp set confounded me at first. I'm not that great with abstract. But I've seen a few great designs lately. This one was so much fun!

After seeing some great cards using Sea Street, I had to add it to my June order. Now I just need the Maritime DSP.

Another adorable Sea Street card. Perfect for a kid's birthday card.

Disappointed that my Moonlight DSP Stack is one backorder, so I can't recreate this card. Once I receive it, I will definitely make a similar card. I even have the stamp set (Hello There).

Pretty serene card using new DSP (Lullaby) and a nice color combination.

I haven't bought the Thinlit Die, but do love playing with it. I changed up the sentiment on this one to make a cute new baby card. And it's already been sent out to a friend who just had her second son. Very adorable!

This card was made by inking up clear blocks. I been meaning to try to the technique myself. Thankfully we got to try it out at class.

I absolutely adore this card. It's simple, but still has a ton of visual interest. I may have to CASE this one soon...

First time trying out the decorative masks. I own both sets, but haven't used them yet. We got to try out one of them at class. I am not a huge fan of the word bubbles, but I loved using the mask and the in colors.

I finally bought Sea Street but failed to order the Maritime DSP. I need to CASE this card... love it so much!

Comfort Cafe DSP Purge

Another retired DSP pack down... I'm really loving this set of cards.

Card #1

Card Inspiration from Stampin' Connection

My version

I love the simple blue and cream combo. Very pretty together!

Stamps: Papillon Potpurri; Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Midnight Muse (retired)
Cardstock: Midnight Muse (retired); Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Labels Framelits (Spellbinders)

Card #2

Card Inspiration from North Shore Stamper

My version

I made two variations because I didn't have enough Midnight Muse Dahlias for both cards. I actually pulled these little heart wood veneers from my Take Ten PL kit. Perfect finishing touch.

Stamps: Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Early Espresso
Cardstock: Summer Starfruit (retired); Midnight Muse (retired); Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe (retired)
Accessories: 2012-2014 In Color Dahlias; heart wood veneers
Tools: 1 1/4" Circle Punch; 1 3/8" Circle Punch

Card #3

Card Inspiration from DO Stamping with Dawn

My version

Simple yet lovely. I realize that my favorite cards are usually pretty simplistic. At the last minute, I added the wood veneers for that extra little something.

Stamps: Wacky Wishes (retired)
Inks: Midnight Muse (retired)
Cardstock: Brown (Michael's); Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe (retired)
Accessories: Brown ribbon (Joann's); bird and feather wood veneer
Tools:

Card #4

Card Inspiration from Card Creations by Beth

My version

This card looks much better in person. The embossed Midnight Muse piece really pops and the dahlia adds a little extra touch.

Stamps: Vintage Verses (retired)
Inks: Midnight Muse (retired)
Cardstock: Brown (Michael's); Midnight Muse (retired); Comfort Cafe (retired); Very Vanilla
Accessories: 2012-2014 In Color Dahlias
Tools:

Card #5

Card Inspiration from Stampin' Pretty

My version

This card is so bright and cheery! I don't have the ovals framelits (must put on wish list), so I substituted my new Starburst Framelits. And I don't have the same ornament stamp and punch, but I do have the old retired ones. Still works!

Stamps: Delightful Decorations (retired); Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Midnight Muse (retired)
Cardstock: Very Vanilla; Midnight Muse (retired); Summer Starfruit (retired); Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: 2012-2014 In Color Dahlias
Tools: Starburst Framelits

Card #6

Card Inspiration from Northwest Stamper

My version

This card really isn't my personal style, but it's pretty. I got the new hostess set I LIke You because watercolor images are so popular right now. This is the first time that I used it and I actually like it!

Stamps: I Like You; A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Really Rust (retired); Early Espresso
Cardstock: Cajun Craze; Early Espresso; Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: wood veneers
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner end)

Card #7

Card Inspiration from My Creative Corner

My version

Simple layering of coordinating DSP makes for a striking card.

Stamps: Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Early Espresso
Cardstock: Cajun Craze; Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: brown ribbon (Michael's)
Tools:

Card #8

Card Inspiration from Dawn's Stamping Thoughts

My version

Another card that just isn't my style, but it turned out okay. I like the contrasting paper and butterflies.

Stamps: Vintage Verses (retired)
Inks: Early Espresso
Cardstock: Cajun Craze; Very Vanilla; Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: 7/8" Natural Cotton Ribbon
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch; Artisan Label Punch

Card #9

Card Inspiration from Pretty Impact

My version

I think this card is my favorite of the entire bunch. I love the simplistic shapes and lots of texture. For me, the switch to the yellow cardstock for the sentiment banner really makes the card pop!

Stamps: A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Midnight Muse (retired)
Cardstock: Brown (Michael's); Midnight Muse (retired); Summer Starfruit (retired); Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: wood veneers
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner end); Corner Rounder Punch

Card #10

Card Inspiration from WeeBeeStampin4Fun

My version

Turns out I don't have Cajun Craze ink in either a marker or an ink pad. I dug through my stash and found a Really Rust marker from a few years back. It' snot the same color, but I think it coordinates nicely with the Cajun Craze card stock.

Stamps: Vintage Verses (retired): Mixed Bunch
Inks: Really Rust (retired); Early Espresso
Cardstock: Cajun Craze; Very Vanilla; Early Espresso; Comfort Cafe DSP (retired)
Accessories: Gold brads
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner end); Blossom Punch; 1" Circle Punch; Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder

Paisley Petals DSP Purge

Another attempt to get rid of my retired DSP. This post's pack comes from a few years back. I don't remember how old Paisley Petals is, but I do know that it's been sitting in my DSP box for at least a year. After making the cards featured, I had a few scraps and some full sheets leftover. I ended up putting the full sheets up for grabs to other crafting friends. They kindly took them away from me. One more pack down.

Card #1

Card Inspiration from Stampin Sunshine

My version

Loved the inspiration card. My version turned out okay, but not the best. I really need different layered framelits. I'm getting a bit sick of using my labels.

Stamps: Secret Garden (retired); Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Old Olive; Night of Navy
Cardstock: Paisly Petals DSP (retired); Marina Mist (retired); Whisper White
Accessories: Random brown ribbon (non-SU)
Tools: Artisan Label Punch; 1 1/4" Circle Punch; Label Framelits (Spellbinders)

Card #2

Card Inspiration from Moxie Fab World

My version

Very cute inspiration card. Mine is a bit plain, but much nicer in person.

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Chocolate Chip
Cardstock: Cajun Craze; Paisley Petals DSP (retired); Regals DSP
Accessories: Silver dots; Rhinestones; Old Olive button (retired)
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #3

Card Inspiration from Creative Crafts by Lynn

My version

I rarely make no sentiment cards, but this one has so much going on that it seemed appropriate. I love the layering...

Stamps: Papillon Potpurri
Inks: Old Olive
Cardstock: Old Olive; Baked Brown Sugar; Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories: Silver dots
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch

Card #4

Card Inspiration from Handmade from Michelle

My version

Simple yet striking. I love the pattern play here.

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired)
Inks: Night of Navy
Cardstock: Paisley Petals (retired); Night of Navy; Regals DSP
Accessories:
Tools: Artisan Label Punch; Scallop Edge Punch

Card #5

Card Inspiration from Handmade by Michelle

My version

I made this card, but something just seemed off... Then I added the ribbon and everything worked so much better.

Stamps: Work of Art; Morning Meadow (retired)
Inks: Night of Navy; Old Olive
Cardstock: Night of Navy; Whisper White; Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories: Baked Brown Sugar Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Label Framelits (Spellbinders)

Card #6

Card Inspiration from Stamp-n-Paradise

My version

Love how simple this card is. I just find myself drawn to the negative space.

Stamps: Work of Art
Inks: Night of Navy
Cardstock: Baja Breeze (retired); Marina Mist (retired); Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories: Rhinestones
Tools:

Card #7

Card Inspiration from Scrappin' and Stampin' in GJ

My version

Not my favorite card, but interesting visual draw.

Stamps: A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Night of Navy
Cardstock: Marina Mist (retired); Whisper White; Regals DSP; Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories: Rhinestones
Tools: 1" Circle Punch

Card #8

Card Inspiration from ...Confessions of a Stamping Addict

My version

I didn't think I would like this card in the end, but something pulls me in. I'm loving the added butterfly on the side.

Stamps: Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Old Olive
Cardstock: Old Olive; Whisper White; Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories: Old Olive buttons (retired)
Tools: Bitty Butterfly Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends); Blossom Punch; Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder; Patterned scissors

Card #9

Card Inspiration from Paper Suite

My version

I played with the hexagon punch to ultimately create 5 different cards. My favorite is the all over hexagon card. Very striking!

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired); Hip Notes
Inks: Night of Navy
Cardstock: Marina Mist (retired); Whisper White; Paisley Petals DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Hexagon Punch; Label Framelits (Spellbinders)

Gingham Garden DSP Purge

I made up my mind to use the very last of my Gingham Garden DSP. I had about two half sheets remaining. Of course i had to scour my Pinterest boards for some great inspiration. In total, I made six cards with just a few scraps leftover. Card #1

Card Inspiration from AE Stamps a Latte

My version

i flipped this card on the side because my paper cuts did not line up vertically. I may be a bit obsessive, but the Gingham Garden pattern just didn't look right turned the other way. I also realized that I was out of Island Indigo card stock, so I substituted Island Indigo DSP. Beyond that I tried to use my current supplies to give the card it's own look. My favorite part is the candy dots on the hexagons (they pop more in real life). I've had the Brights pack for awhile now and had yet to use it. I may have a supply hoarding problem. I love how they add just a little bit more dimension to the card.

Stamps: Six Sided Sampler
Inks: Island Indigo, So Saffron
Cardstock: Daffodil Delight; Gingham Garden DSP (retired); Brights Collection DSP; Whisper White
Accessories: Brights Collection Candy Dots
Tools: Hexagon Punch; Scallop Punch

Card #2

Card Inspiration from Too Cool Stamping

My version

I kept the basic design with just a few tweaks, mainly due to my own stash limitations. I realized that I need to had Melon Mambo to my ink pads to buy list. I am really warming up to that color.

Stamps: Sweet Essentials (retired); Morning Meadow (retired)
Inks: Regal Rose (retired)
Cardstock: Melon Mambo; Whisper White; Gingham Garden DSP (retired)
Accessories: Rhinestone Jewels
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner ends); Pansy Punch

Card #3

Card Inspiration from Stamp with Amy K

My version

I think this is my favorite card of the set. I was going to make this a fall sentiment card, but after finishing it, I thought sympathy or get well card. It is so cool and calm. And I love all the layers. I changed up the color combo slightly from the example. Amy had Garden Green and Pear Pizzazz. I went with Old Olive and Pear Pizzazz. It gives just a bit of a softer look.

Stamps: Magnificent Maple (retired); Sweet Essentials (retired)
Inks: Old Olive
Cardstock: Old Olive; Pear Pizzaz; Gingham Garden DSP (retired)
Accessories: Brights Collection Candy Dots
Tools:

Card #4

Card Inspiration from Nutz About Stamping

My version

I had used up all the Island Indigo gingham check paper, I decided to do a bit of substitution for this card. With that change, I swapped out a ton of other pieces to create my own card.

Stamps: A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Island Indigo
Cardstock: Daffodil Delight; Whisper White; Brights Collection DSP
Accessories: Brights Collection Candy Dots
Tools: 2" Circle Punch; Pansy Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #5

This card came from my desire to use a ton of the scraps laying on my craft table. I love how bright and cheery this card is. I think the Melon Mambo really pops!

Stamps: A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Island Indigo
Cardstock: Melon Mambo; Gingham Garden DSP (retired); Brights Collection DSP
Accessories: Brights Collection Candy Dots
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner ends); Pansy Punch

Card #6

This card is so simple, but I love the mix of patterned paper. As a late edition, I found an old Brights Collection Button Pack at the bottom of my embellishment box and had to add.

Stamps: Sweet Essentials (retired); Morning Meadow (retired)
Inks: Old Olive
Cardstock: Old Olive; Pear Pizzazz; Gingham Garden DSP (retired)
Accessories: Brights Collection Button (retired edition)
Tools: Pansy Punch

Sweet Sorbet DSP Purge: Random Edition

Another attempt to use my retired DSP to make room for new fun stuff... This time I'm highlighting cards made from the Sweet Sorbet DSP pack (Sale-a-bration 2014). The following cards are using a lot of the other papers in the pack. I found that I wasn't a huge fan of the primarily Summer Starfruit, Sahara Sand, and black paper pattens. But I did find a few cute card designs to use them.

Card #1

Card Inspiration from Linda Higgins

My version

Stamps: Petal Parade; A Word for You
Inks: Basic Black; Pool Party
Cardstock: Crisp Cantaloupe; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired); Whisper White
Accessories: Silver Dots; Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: 1 1/4" Circle Punch

Card #2

Card Inspiration from JK Cards

My version

Stamps: Perfect Pennants
Inks: Basic Black
Cardstock: Basic Black; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch; Bitty Butterfly Punch

Card #3

Card Inspiration from Ginger Stamps

My version

Stamps: Petite Petals
Inks: Pool Party
Cardstock: Basic Black Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: In Dolor Dahlias (retired)
Tools: Patterned scissors; Petite Petals Punch; 1 1/4" Circle Punch

Card #4

Card Inspiration from Stampin' Up in Munchen

My version

Stamps: Perfect Pennants; Petite Petals
Inks: Crisp Cantaloupe; Pistachio Pudding
Cardstock: Summer Starfruit; Crisp Cantaloupe; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Silver Dots
Tools: Petite Petals Punch; Patterned Scissors

Card #5

Card Inspiration from Stamps, Paper, n' Stuff

My version

Stamps: Flower Shop; A Word for You (retired)
Inks: Basic Black; Crisp Cantaloupe
Cardstock: Crisp Cantaloupe; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Rhinestone Jewels; Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Hexagon Embossing Folder; Pansy Punch

Card #6

Card Inspiration from CindyLeeBee Designs

My version

Stamps: A Word for You (retired); Petal Parade (retired)
Inks: Summer Starfruit; Crisp Cantaloupe; Pistachio Pudding
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Pool Party Ribbon (retired); Rhinestone Jewels
Tools: 1 1/4" Circle Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #7

Stamps: Petal Parade (retired)
Inks: Basic Black
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Crisp Cantaloupe; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Blossom Punch; 1 1/4" Circle Punch

Card #8

Card Inspiration from Stamping Sanity

My version

Stamps: Perfect Pennants; Petite Petals
Inks: Pool Party; Crisp Cantaloupe; Summer Starfruit
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Pistachio Pudding; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Petite Petals Punch; 2" Circle Punch; Patterned Scissors

Card #9

Card Inspiration from Susan Stamps

My version

Stamps: Flower Shop; Petite Petals; Petal Parade (retired); Vintage Verses (retired)
Inks: Pool Party; Basic Black; Pistachio Pudding; Crisp Cantaloupe
Cardstock: Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Crisp Cantaloupe Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Pansy Punch; Petite Petals Punch; 2" Circle Punch

Card #10

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired); Petal Parade (retired)
Inks: Crisp Cantaloupe; Basic Black
Cardstock: Whisper White; Pool Party; Pistachio Pudding; Summer Starfruit; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Pansy Punch; Secret Garden Framelits

Card #11

Card Inspiration from Tiddbits from Dawn

My version

Stamps: Wacky Wishes (retired); Petal Parade (retired)
Inks: Pool Party; Crisp Cantaloupe
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Summer Starfruit; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Bitty Butterfly Punch

Sweet Sorbet DSP Purge: Pool Party Edition

Card #1

Card Inspiration from Stamp with Amy K

My version

Description

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired); Mixed Bunch; Flower Shop; Petite Petals
Inks: Basic Black; Pool Party
Cardstock: Pool Party; Basic Black; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired); Whisper White; Scrap polka dot paper
Accessories: Rhinestone Jewels
Tools: Patterned scissors; Blossom Punch; Pansy Punch; Petite Petals Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #2

Card Inspiration from Ink It Up with Jessica

My version

Description

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired)
Inks: Basic Black
Cardstock: Pool Party; Basic Black; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Rhinestone Jewels
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch; Bitty Butterfly Punch

Card #3

Card Inspiration from Julie's Stamping Spot

My version

Description

Stamps: Sweet Essentials; Petite Petals
Inks: Basic Black; Pool Party
Cardstock: Basic Black; Pool Party; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired); Scrap polka dot paper
Accessories: Silver dots
Tools: Patterned scissors; Pansy Punch; Petite Petals Punch

Card #4

Card Inspiration from ARTfelt Impressions

My version

Description

Stamps: Perfect Pennants; Morning Meadow (retired)
Inks: Basic Black; Pool Party
Cardstock: Basic Black; Pool Party; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Basic Gray Twine; Large Pearls
Tools: Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder; Pansy Punch

Card #5

Card Inspiration from Stamp Lady Katie

My version

Description

Stamps: Petal Parade (retired); Express Yourself (retired); Petite Petals
Inks: Pool Party; Basic BLack
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Pool Party Ribbon (retired); Silver dots
Tools: Patterned Scissors; Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder; Petite Petals Punch

Card #6

Card Inspiration from Krystal's Card

My version

Description

Stamps: Sweet Essentials
Inks: Basic Black
Cardstock: Basic Black; Pool Party; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Pool Party Ribbon (retired); Rhinestone Jewels
Tools: Blossom Punch; Pansy Punch; Petite Petals Punch; Bitty Butterfly Punch

Card #7

Description

Stamps: Best of Greetings (retired); Flower Shop
Inks: Pool Party; Basic Black
Cardstock: Basic Black; Whisper White; Pool Party; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Pool Party Ribbon (retired)
Tools: Pansy Punch; Artisan Label Punch

Card #8

Description

Stamps: Wacky Wishes (retired)
Inks: Crisp Cantaloupe
Cardstock: Smoky Slate; Whisper White; Sweet Sorbet DSP (retired)
Accessories: Silver dots
Tools: Blossom Punch; Petite Petals Punch

Eastern Elegance DSP Purge

I've been a whirlwind of crafting lately. And I've been trying to use a ton of my retired SU DSP (so I can buy the new stuff of course!). The other day, I pulled out what remained of the Eastern Elegance DSP pack and went to town. In total, I made 20 cards out of the leftovers. It was very pretty paper, but it's time to move on...

Card #1

Card Inspiration from Stamp and Stretch

My version -- I chose to recreate the sample card but using my own supplies. I chose to do one card with the Crushed Curry, Smoky Slate, Basic Black, and Whisper White color scheme. For the other I added in the Coastal Cabana color. The cutting is a bit wonky on the right card (ugh!), but overall I like the look.

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Coastal Cabana; Basic Gray
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Coastal Cabana; Crushed Curry; Basic Black; Whisper White
Accessories: Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools:

Card #2

Card Inspiration from Too Cool Stamping

My version -- I loved the idea of circles embossed with the DSP. I decided to go with a different folder than the example but kept the rest of the design very similar.

Stamps: A Round Array
Inks: Coastal Cabana
Cardstock: Crushed Curry; Smoky Slate; Whisper White; Eastern Elegance DSP (retired)
Accessories: Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder (retired); 2" Circle Punch; 1 3/8" Circle Punch; 1 1/4" Circle Punch; 1" Circle Punch; 7/8" Scallop Circle Punch

Card #3

Card Inspiration from Northwest Stamper

My version -- I CASEd this card from upline' upline. I loved the simple look of this card, but did not have the coordinating ribbon. I instead went with a strip of DSP.

Stamps: Perfect Pennants
Inks: Basic Gray
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Smoky Slate; Whisper White
Accessories: Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Sponges

Card #4

Card Inspiration from Inkspired Treasures

My version -- This card is just gorgeous. I had to copy it exactly. I love the "frilly" design.

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Coastal Cabana; Basic Gray
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Coastal Cabana; Crushed Curry; Whisper White
Accessories: Silver pearls; Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools: Lacy Brocade Embossing Folder (retired); Elegant Butterfly Punch

Card #5

Card Inspiration from Coffee and Cardstock on Etsy

My version -- Another very adorable fancy design. While I think the Coastal Cabana card works better, I like the other card's proportions more.

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired); Mixed Bunch
Inks: Basic Gray; Summer Starfruit (retired); Coastal Cabana
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Crushed Curry; Smoky Slate; Whisper White
Accessories: Large Pearls
Tools: Blossom Punch; Corner Rounder

Card #6

The last few cards are my attempt to use all my scraps of Eastern Elegance DSP.

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Whisper White
Cardstock: Basic Black; Crushed Curry; Eastern Elegance DSP (retired)
Accessories:
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #7

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Whisper White; Basic Gray
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP; Crushed Curry; Basic Black; Whisper White
Accessories:
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #8

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Basic Gray
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Smoky Slate; Whisper White
Accessories: Coastal Cabana Ruffled Stretch Trim (retired)
Tools:

Card #9

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Coastal Cabana
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Smoky Slate; Whisper White
Accessories:
Tools: 1" Circle Punch; 1 1/4" Circle Punch; 1 3/8" Circle Punch; Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Card #10

Stamps: Express Yourself (retired)
Inks: Coastal Cabana
Cardstock: Eastern Elegance DSP (retired); Smoky Slate; Whisper White
Accessories:
Tools: Hexagon Punch (banner ends)

Fun 'n Crafty Blog Hop June 2014

Welcome to the Fun n' Crafty Blog Hop for June! This is our first of our monthly blog hops and I hope you enjoy all the inspiration. This month we will be showcasing project ideas from the NEW Stampin' Up annual catalog. So make sure to check out the list of stops on the hop at the bottom of this post to see them all!

As I flipped through the catalog, I had the hardest time deciding what to showcase... After the longest deliberation I ended making two cards. I'm very proud of myself for narrowing down my choices to only two.

Card #1

My first is based off of the card on page 145 of the 2014-2015 annual catalog. What really caught my eye was the fun pattern. I bought the Six Sided Sampler Stamp Set a few months back, but haven't used it much. After making this card, I need to break it out more often. My favorite part is definitely my silver glimmer paper. I hoard this but forced myself to actually use it... Love how it turned out.

Supplies:

Six-Sided Sampler Clear Stamp Set

$18.95

Six-Sided Sampler Wood Stamp Set

$26.95

Hexagon Punch

$15.95

Perfect Plum 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$6.95

Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper

$4.95

Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad

$7.50

Basic Black Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Island Indigo Classic Stampin' Pad

$5.95

Basic Gray Baker's Twine

$2.95

Stampin' Trimmer

$29.95

Snail Permanent Adhesive

$6.95

Stampin' Dimensionals

$3.95

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Card #2

My second is based off of the card on page 67. While I kept the design basically the same for my card, I changed a lot for this card. Most of my changes stemmed from not having certain products. I don't have Coastal Cabana enamel dots, so I went with the dot stamp from the Work of Art set. I don't have the Dictionary Stamp for the background paper, so I used some In Color DSP instead. Even with all the changes, the card is very similar to the one in the catalog. And my version is much more "me." Just a note, I free handed the wavy sides of the banner and the piece of Coastal Cabana DSP.

Supplies:

Flower Shop Wood Stamp Set

$23.95

Flower Shop Clear Stamp Set

$17.95

2013-2015 In Color Backgrounds Designer Series Paper Stack

$21.95

Work Of Art Wood-Mount Stamp Set

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Card Class #1

A few weeks back I held my first ever card class. We made four cards using a ton of retiring/retired DSP. I wanted to make sure that the card designs were fun, but easy to make. I think I found the right balance with these.

Card #1

Inspiration: From Stamp with Sandy

My Interpretation:

Supplies:

Stamps: Morning Meadow (retired)
Cardstock: Whisper White; Afternoon Tea (retired); Smoky Slate
Ink: Wisteria Wonder; Certainly Celery; Primrose Petals
Accessories: Large Pearls
Tools: Pansy Punch

Card #2

Inspiration: I have two inspirations for these baby cards. One is a card I had made a few months back

And the other is from a card made by Lucie Bell

My Interpretation:

Supplies:

Stamps: Sweetest Gift (retired)
Cardstock: Marina Mist; Blushing Bride; Whisper White; K & Company Paper Stacks
Ink: Marina Mist; Crumb Cake; Regal Rose
Accessories:
Tools: 2" Circle Punch; Cloud Embossing Folder (retired); Polka Dot Embossing Folder; Pattern Scissors; Paper Trimmer; Snail

Card #3

Inspiration: From Stamp with Amy K

My Interpretation:

Supplies:

Stamps: Wacky Wishes (retired)
Cardstock: Crushed Curry; Kaleidoscope DSP (retired); Whisper White
Ink: Strawberry Slush
Tools: Banner Punch; Snail; Paper Trimmer

Card #4

Inspiration: From Mama Mo Stamps

My Interpretation:

Supplies:

Stamps: A Word for You (retired)
Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry; Floral District DSP (retired)
Ink: Rich Razzleberry
Accessories: Tangerine Tango Ribbon (retired); Silver Jewels
Tools: Elegant Butterfly Punch; Bitty Butterfly Punch; Snail; Paper Trimmer

Fan Fair Thank You Cards

Another fun sketch from Pinterest. After looking through my stack of retired DSP, I pulled the Fan Fair pack because of the softer colors. I've been gravitating to the bright bold colors lately, but wanted to change it up for this card.

My Interpretation: Lots and lots of patterns to play with here. I started punching out the circles and quickly realized that I wouldn't be able to fit five circles across the card. So, I decided to modify the design just a bit to fit five circles.