Watercolor Wash with Inspired Thoughts Bundle

Hey Y'all!

I wanted to share this project I made for my In Color Club members. It features Soft Succulent, and uses the Shimmer Vellum for the tree leaves.

I created a watercolor wash background using Balmy Blue, Polished Pink, Daffodil Delight, and Soft Succulent Ink refills.  I die cut the tree image from Cinnamon Cider, and then die cut the leaf images from the Soft Succulent Shimmer Vellum.

My cardbase is Basic White. I attached the watercolor piece to a layer of Soft Succulent CS embossed with the Bark embossing folder.  I stamped the sentiment in Soft Succulent onto a 1/2 strip of Basic White, and used the Lovely Label Pick a Punch to crop the ends of this piece and a 3/4 strip of Soft Succulent, then layered them together.  I added some Soft Succulent ribbon and jewels for embellishment. I love how the wash adds a pop of color!

Tips & Tricks:

• Place a drop of re-inker onto an acrylic block and use that as your palette
• Brush watercolor paper with plain water before adding ink to make it spread more fluidly
• When punching small pieces in the Lovely Labels Pick a Punch, use a sticky note to hold the strip in place. Also, look underneath the punch to make sure it is centered.

If you would like to order any of the products used, click on the Products Images to go to my online store. Be sure to use the Current Host Code to earn free product from me! 

Product List

Inspired Thoughts Bundle

[155529]

$45.75

Bark 3 D Embossing Folder

[155431]

$10.00

Lovely Labels Pick A Punch

[152883]

$23.00

Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper

[149612]

$9.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

$8.25

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$9.75

Soft Succulent 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155776]

$8.75

Cinnamon Cider 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[153078]

$8.75

2021–2023 In Color Shimmer Vellum

[155616]

$12.00

Balmy Blue Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[147168]

$3.75

Polished Pink Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[155713]

$3.75

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[119672]

$3.75

Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Ink Refill

[155779]

$3.75

Soft Succulent Classic Stampin' Pad

[155778]

$7.50

Soft Succulent 3/8" (1 Cm) Open Weave Ribbon

[155780]

$7.00

2021–2023 In Color Jewels

[155571]

$7.00

Water Painters

[151298]

$12.00

Clear Block D

[118485]

$8.50

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$4.00

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$120.00

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Remember the DSP sale going on now through August 2!

Every order in June and July qualifies for this Fancy Fold tutorial bundle, including instructions for 30 Fancy Folds.

Thanks for stopping by today, go make something beautiful!

Love,

Nina

 

Ink Technique Blog Hop With Crafty Collaborations

Hey Y'all!

It is good to be back! I shared in a previous post why I have been AWOL, my mother passed away June 25th, and we celebrated her Homegoing June 29th. We decided to get away and go camping this past weekend for the 4th. I have been out of my craft room for almost a month, and what better way to get back in the groove than with my wonderful friends from Crafty Collaborations with another fun Technique Tuesday Blog Hop.

This hop showcases Ink Techniques, and the one I am sharing today is a blending technique using the Blending Brushes.

To create this look, start with a 4 x 5-1/4 piece of Basic White and blend the ink colors beginning with the lightest color. I started with Soft Seafoam and blended it over the entire piece, then added Pear Pizzazz. 

The next step is to stamp the images in Versamark ink and heat emboss with Clear Embossing Powder. Make sure the ink is dry, I went over it with my heat tool before I started stamping. I used the greenery images from the Lovely You stamp set. After you have heat set the images, blend over the entire piece with a darker color. I used Just Jade. This technique is similar to the Joseph's Coat technique.

To finish off my card, I stamped the sentiment in Versamark onto a 1 x 5-1/2 piece of Vellum, and heat embossed with White Embossing Powder. I wrapped the vellum around the cardstock and adhered it to the back. I added a 4-1/8 x 5-3/8 layer of Soft Seafoam, and attached these layers to a Basic White cardbase.

Tips:

• When ink blending, start off of the edge of the cardstock and work your way toward the middle to avoid the heavy brush strokes showing. Blend in a circular pattern.
• Use a dry microfiber cloth to clean your blending brushes. I found 2 for $.98 in the cleaning product section at Walmart.
• Since we no longer sell the Embossing Buddy, the powdered pouch that helps keep stray embossing powder from getting all over your project, you can make your own. Grab a knee-high panty hose, sprinkle baby powder into it and tie a knot in the top. 

I know you are going to love all of the techniques shared today, see everyone else's creations!

If you would like to order any of the products used, click on the Products Images to go to my online store. Be sure to use the Current Host Code to earn free product from me! 

Product List

Lovely You Cling Stamp Set (English)

[152525]

$24.00

Soft Sea Foam Classic Stampin' Pad

[147102]

$7.50

Pear Pizzazz Classic Stampin' Pad

[147104]

$7.50

Just Jade Classic Stampin' Pad

[153115]

$7.50

Versamark Pad

[102283]

$9.50

Basics Embossing Powders

[155554]

$18.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$9.75

Soft Sea Foam 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146988]

$8.75

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

[159229]

$8.25

Vellum 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[101856]

$10.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$12.00

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Heat Tool (Us And Canada)

[129053]

$30.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$25.00

Add All to Cart

Remember the DSP sale going on now through August 2, 2021!

Plus, every order in June and July qualifies for this Fancy Fold tutorial bundle, including instructions for 30 Fancy Folds.

Thanks for stopping by today, go make something beautiful!

Love,

Nina

 

DSP Sale July 1-August 2 2021!

Hey Y'all!

I am slowly but surely getting back to crafting. My Mom passed away last Friday, June 25, and we had her funeral yesterday. This is one of the hardest things I have every had to go through, but we rejoice knowing she is with her Savior, Jesus Christ, and is more alive now than she has ever been.

I still have so many details to take care of, but I wanted to hop on and let you know what is going on in the Stampin' Up! World! The Holiday Mini Catalog preorder for demonstrators starts tomorrow! (All the more reason to sign up, get the products early before anyone else!) Today is the last day to order from the January-June Mini, so if there are any products you still want, today is the last day!!

Also, starting tomorrow, select DSP is on sale at 15% off! 

I hope to have some projects to share with you soon, I miss my craft room, and I know it will be great therapy helping me grieve the loss of my mom. She was my biggest cheerleader, she loved seeing the cards and projects I made, and would always ask if I "had a card on hand" for birthdays or other occasions.  I have some special projects planned for those who were especially helpful through her sickness and after. I can't wait to share them with you.

If you would like to order any of the products used, click on the Products Images to go to my online store. Be sure to use the Current Host Code to earn free product from me! 

Plus, every order in June and July qualifies for this Fancy Fold tutorial bundle, including instructions for 30 Fancy Folds.

Thanks for stopping by today, go make something beautiful!

Love,

Nina

 

FREE SHIPPING TOMORROW & Why I have been AWOL

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Hey Y’all!

I just wanted to pop in and tell you about tomorrow’s great deal-FREE SHIPPING-one day only. And I also wanted to share why I have been AWOL.

My family has had one tragedy after another, and it seems we can’t catch our breath. My brother-in-law has been diagnosed with cancer, and given a year at best. Two days after that news, our 40 year old nephew was killed in a tragic wreck. We buried him Tuesday June 15, and that evening I found out my dear friend and downline had passed away that morning. Then last Friday my mother had a massive stroke. Currently she is in the hospital and we are having to make decisions regarding long term care. In the meantime, my brother-in-law with cancer had complications and was rushed to Shands Hospital about 3-1/2hours away from us and is still down there.

Shout out to my amazing husband who has had supper ready when I’ve got home from the hospital, had my hot bath ready, and has just been a steady rock. It is his brother with cancer, and his nephew so he is going through tremendous stress as well.

But we know that God is Sovereign and in control of all situations, I would have to write a book (and I am going to put it down on paper) how we have seen His hand in so many things. If you are a praying person, we covet your prayers. Right now our family is our #1 priority. I don’t know when I will be back in my craft room, but please don’t give up on me. Thank you for your support in my business, and I appreciate each and every one of you that have taken this journey with me. 

PS, I got a peek at the new Holiday Catalog yesterday…you’re gonna love it! Comment below and include your email if you would like me to send you a copy. Please do so only if you don’t currently have a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator already.

Now it’s time to get ready and go to the hospital and spend the day with my precious mama-I am so thankful for every moment God gives me with her. Hug your loved ones tight!

Love,

Nina    

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Plus, every order in June and July qualifies for this Fancy Fold tutorial...it includes 30 card tutorials!.

Thanks for stopping by today, go make something beautiful!

Love,

Nina