Majestic Monarchs

Hello! It's Monika here today with a scrappy card. I love designer papers... I don't use them, but I sure do love collecting them! In the quest of using up some designer paper, I made a small project that needed a card... here is what I came up with:

 

 

It was very simple... the designer paper panel was die-cut with a border die, the butterfly (Majestic Monarchs clear stamp set) was stamped on a coordinating piece of designer paper then it was fussy cut. I stamped out extra butterflies, one of each, so I can use those as decoration on my project...

 

The greeting is from Be Encouraged clear stamp set.
Here is the full project... a Midori style notebook with inserts I made out of copy paper and writing paper:

Do you remember when we had to hand write letters? LOL! Back in the old days, I collected writing pads and the other day I happened to dig them out... and since I was looking for thin paper sheets, I decided to use some of that. I used Creative Worship: Name Above All clear stamps set to decorate the cover of each of the signatures that made up the journal. I also made a bookmark using Faith Quote Blocks clear stamp set.

 

Thanks for stopping by,

Monika

 

 

Name Above All Names

Hello, friends! Angie here with two Christmas cards to share with you today  featuring Brushos Color Crystals and images from Name above All Names stamp set.  Even though I used the same elements on the cards today I came up with two very different looks!

First up, I was inspired by a Splitcoaststampers challenge to use blue, gold, embossing and an intricate pattern and this is what I came up with.  I spritzed mixed media cardstock liberally with water and then added a generous amount of Turquoise Brushos.

For my next card, I went with a more traditional Christmas color palette and just a sprinkle of  Brushos lemon crystals.

I hope you have enjoyed taking a look at this versatile stamp set!  The images and sentiments included in the Name above All Names stamp set can be used for Christmas creations and many other occasions which make this set a fabulous value!

I hope you have a great rest of the week and don't forget to "breathe" during this very busy season!!!

Hugs!

Angie

Season Of Love

Hello Sweet 'n Sassy friends!

It's Ceal here to share with you

In case you've missed it, Sweet ‘n Sassy Stamps is celebrating their 8th birthday all month long!  Be sure to keep checking Facebook and the blog for samples, give-aways, and promotions!  Currently SNSS is offering 25% off all dies with the code BDAYDIES25!

Today I am showcasing the set Season of Love. 

Here are a couple of samples I made with it

For my first sample I stamped the silhouette image with Memento Tuxedo Black ink and used some Squeezed Lemonade and Mermaid Lagoon distress inks to sponge around the image. The greeting is from one of our Bible journaling sets, Name Above All Names. 

My Second sample is a watercolored version, I stamped the image this time in Versafine Black Onyx ink and used some Brusho powdered watercolors for both backgrounds. Again the greeting is from the Name Above All Names set.

Here are the sets I used 

A Little About Me:

My husband and I  are empty nesters except for Willis our spoiled Shih Tzu. and we are in the middle of a huge transfer move from Denver, Colorado to Maggie Valley, North Carolina, so from the Rockies to the Smokies. We both are originally from the east coast so it's closer to family.

I have been crafting in some for or fashion since I was a little girl. I have always loved to color, still do and Art class was my fave. I have been a stamper about 15 years and have been blessed to be on several design teams and have a very supportive husband.

How long have you been a fan of Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps? 

I have been a Sweet 'n Sassy  fan since the beginning and have been involved in some capacity almost from the beginning as well. 

What do you enjoy outside of stamping? 

I enjoy being outdoors, hiking or just admiring God's beauty especially in the fall. I also enjoy reading and of course spending time with my family.

What is your "day" job? 

At the present time my "day" job is unpacking the 500 plus boxes the movers dropped off last wednesday. I don't know where all this stuff came from, haha. I am fortunate enough to be a stay at home wife where my "day" job is crafting mostly.

Who inspires you? 

That is a hard question, I have so many crafters that inspire me and don't want to leave anyone out so, I am going to say what inspires me and that would be Pinterest, there is so much inspiration there, I usually spend hours looking around.

Share a fun or interesting fact about yourself that most people might not know. I don't do coffee or milk or orange juice in the morning, give me a glass of sweet tea and I am happy.

What advice would you give to a new stamper? Join stamping groups like Splitcoaststampers or Stamp Nation. Check out pinterest for inspiration and watch plenty of You Tube videos, but most of all have fun and never under estimate yourself.

What is your favorite SNSS set? And then maybe share a sample or two using it.

Favorite set? what about favorite sets! I have many that are my go to sets for different seasons. I looked back on my blog and Parisian Postcard is one I have used quite a bit, here are some samples I pulled from my blog.

Here's one with favorite winter stamp, Welcome Jesus 

and my favorite summer set, Ocean Paradise

I hope you have enjoyed getting to know me a little better and don't forget about our die sale! 

Name Above All Names

Hello, Julie here to share another card with one of the new October 2015 release sets, Name Above All Names. 

In addition to being a great set for Bible Art Journaling, it also is fun for quick cards to share with your loved ones!

To create this card:

Spritz a piece of watercolor paper with water, add a few drop of Brusho™ Colour Crystals (I used Turquoise, Purple and Leaf Green), spritz the powder again and allow the colors to merge.

Once the background has dried, de-static the paper and stamp the images from Name Above All Names with a clear Embossing Ink, apply Black Embossing Powder and heat with the Heat Tool.

Trim the panel and mount onto a piece of black cardstock, add to the white background panel with dimensional foam along with the Silver Twine.

A fun, quick and easy card for Christmas- I just love the new Name Above All Names set, don’t you?

Stamp Sets:  Name Above All Names

Ink: Versamark™, Brusho® Colour Crystals

Paper: Watercolor, Black

Accessories:  Embossing Buddy®, Black Embossing Powder, Heat Tool, Water Spritzer Bottle

Background Tutorial With Brusho

Hey stamping friends!
Today I want to share a card you may have seen already with the fabulous new October release -- and show how I made the background.

I used Brusho Crystal Colors (watercolor powdered pigments) for the entire background and it's so easy!

First, I stamped my dove from Name Above All Names in Archival Black Ink by Stampin' Up! Make sure you are using an ink that doesn't bleed when combined with water. I recommend this pad -- or India Ink for use with Brusho. You will notice I have a texture to my watercolor paper -- for that you will want Cold Press paper. If you want a smooth finish, you will need Hot Press.

Next I gathered my other supplies. I am using two colors today -- Turquoise and Ultramarine Blue.
I sprinkle tapped the Turquoise powder (a VERY SMALL amount - it's easier to add then take away!) on my paper and then misted with a fine spray (Ranger misters are widely available and work great, but any fine mist will do. You will see a couple of larger crystals above in the lower left photo. I took those off, as I knew it would be too much powder for what I wanted.

I misted and added until I got the look I wanted, then sprinkled the Ultramarine blue on top. I made a little blue branch for my dove to sit on by turning and tapping the powder down the side of the card.
I misted again, and then heat set with my heat gun.

The dove was watercolored with Sakura Koi watercolor paints and then cut out. I stamped the sentiment with Archival Black ink and adhered the dove with foam tape. I added a mat of violet cardstock behind the main panel. All done!

Once you try Brusho powders, you will LOVE them!

Thanks for looking!