tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85686926298552903592024-03-19T06:34:11.100+13:00Crafty Kiwi MamaWendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.comBlogger1214125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-21557678133191178312024-03-18T09:00:00.017+13:002024-03-18T22:52:14.904+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Happy St Patrick's Day, Hop With Us!<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, as promised, I'm back today with our St Patrick's Day Hop details. We are having a fun hop in celebration of St Patrick's Day over on Instagram. The hop begin @whimsystamps and concludes on my Instagram page. We have 20 stops in the hop so there's loads of fun St Paddy's Day creations and shenanigans to explore. There is also a wonderful prize up for grabs on Instagram and a second prize for a lucky commenter on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCED6cj5BwvHful8fcbcaEoQ" target="_blank">Whimsy Stamps Video Channel</a>. So if you're not on Instagram, be sure to stop by there for Tami and Bea's wonderful St Patrick's Day tutorials. This is a fun way to include those not on Instagram.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSGEVR2HGzQscB7Wj3poNADKRZVHY1hPeeOndAKU5J26ulFJ-k8pwvNvWx30E0CIi1RrW9c65S0wGWxnRM9ETM0u0MvDsCuGpjysEYHJtH1CI5FHPvSnhj-bQE26QN2Xx2Ffbjl25BihbvvmTHRmzqloZGZdg8u5EdfY1bIx3Oo6ixqp3J6YK_9Jf0LSs/s1600/Wends_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Slimline%20Shamrocks%20Background%20Die_Confetti%20Mix%20-%20St%20Patricks%20Day.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSGEVR2HGzQscB7Wj3poNADKRZVHY1hPeeOndAKU5J26ulFJ-k8pwvNvWx30E0CIi1RrW9c65S0wGWxnRM9ETM0u0MvDsCuGpjysEYHJtH1CI5FHPvSnhj-bQE26QN2Xx2Ffbjl25BihbvvmTHRmzqloZGZdg8u5EdfY1bIx3Oo6ixqp3J6YK_9Jf0LSs/w640-h640/Wends_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Slimline%20Shamrocks%20Background%20Die_Confetti%20Mix%20-%20St%20Patricks%20Day.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I have shared three cards in my post, which show the previous card I shared yesterday (because that was MY St Patrick's Day) and this fun shaker card, which I created a fun ink blended background for, you can see through the open shamrocks the splatter and ink. I used a wonderful shaker mix for this card from This Calls For Confetti aptly called St Patrick's Day. The mix of gold confetti, little green clay shamrocks and other fun shapes and confetti pieces make this a fun and interesting mix for a St Paddy's Day card. It's so satisfying to give them a good shake around too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXp4rVPYMJrX1cOEdkg7E6EXhD3uwLzczAjv7C-U6ZPmYA9zl1PjmPljLpJ-K1BSLRULDK_bJH_EYEew2FEX65os2QrTbhtZ7UfNV0qmk33DS1tspiWPs5qQwe_ZrTQstT4QsqB7JSMu-gDw2ObHhuXQAgSO4O7db1sYj3GxvoQ9H0dmd_f_SJvIfappg/s1600/Wends_Shaker%20and%20Bloom%20Close%20Up.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXp4rVPYMJrX1cOEdkg7E6EXhD3uwLzczAjv7C-U6ZPmYA9zl1PjmPljLpJ-K1BSLRULDK_bJH_EYEew2FEX65os2QrTbhtZ7UfNV0qmk33DS1tspiWPs5qQwe_ZrTQstT4QsqB7JSMu-gDw2ObHhuXQAgSO4O7db1sYj3GxvoQ9H0dmd_f_SJvIfappg/w640-h640/Wends_Shaker%20and%20Bloom%20Close%20Up.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The front panel was diecut from a slimline green page from Scrapbook.com paper pad, which I ink blended the edge just lightly to give a little colour interest to the front panel. I didn't want to do too much to the front panel as I want the eye to be drawn to the blended background through the shamrocks. So I kept it quite plain. I coloured up that cute Leprechaun from a Crissy Armstrong Stamp Set with my Copic Markers, made him a redhead of course! I finished this shaker card with a wrap of some May Arts Fine Twine and added a cute red bloom for a little extra pop of colour.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSusVCk3Di78FT8ks3l57sySoeQvKyF2H_MH-HAAUsXBqe6jbi_s4h33zHUkigeCj-r_2KxdULVzWE5HG1JLSnt8Um2-idU-1TbvEHwP8sF_ATswnIc_XENQpLbuaNjRiH1Q0-G-46bkEz73I0tFpGaslHqkLWH_w3QYib4of78RafkFDPArQE-WTUYwU/s1600/Wends_Lucky%202%20Have%20U.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSusVCk3Di78FT8ks3l57sySoeQvKyF2H_MH-HAAUsXBqe6jbi_s4h33zHUkigeCj-r_2KxdULVzWE5HG1JLSnt8Um2-idU-1TbvEHwP8sF_ATswnIc_XENQpLbuaNjRiH1Q0-G-46bkEz73I0tFpGaslHqkLWH_w3QYib4of78RafkFDPArQE-WTUYwU/w640-h640/Wends_Lucky%202%20Have%20U.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I adhered it all down to a slimline white card base and it was all set to go for our fun St Patrick's Day Hop. I shared all three of the St Patrick's Day Inspired creations I made for the hop, which I'll show below. All quite different and all so fun to make and in my favourite colour too, so you know I was in my happy place!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNbs7Ynp-s_-TZGy3HCNlGO6cLCgAexJaOv-6AY8VqDBft7X7NCYMi0BOjjmrs-EvNRzykU5PQgY8-0nytZku8coDybn0LD4ZZSEsAUUKtOrICuju96-3NKJabdqt68aC_rUCa-1M-EbO4QL-u3Ulj1Kqg7IjbbiIhhJsSvm_W-B34_Ez7mYtCEKXu8NQ/s1600/Wends_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Sprinkles%20Scallops%20Rectangle%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNbs7Ynp-s_-TZGy3HCNlGO6cLCgAexJaOv-6AY8VqDBft7X7NCYMi0BOjjmrs-EvNRzykU5PQgY8-0nytZku8coDybn0LD4ZZSEsAUUKtOrICuju96-3NKJabdqt68aC_rUCa-1M-EbO4QL-u3Ulj1Kqg7IjbbiIhhJsSvm_W-B34_Ez7mYtCEKXu8NQ/w200-h200/Wends_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Sprinkles%20Scallops%20Rectangle%20Die.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPuxo75b1UvQ_AAZNYm5aHnHXQq6jw5EYSPhxNtheraJM-f7ZMCHB1nxfSy1RzEP7Pzpvj8tr12yZM9ALI7jQL4G9hD5xgkWGcIYXvRdMOa4bNXAHik-0Egxtmyh19Fljs9zyj_LmoW424QKy3JzjLX-bD3MjyIOC9EDavF7R88PzDXfVvBNYAjfH3yd8/s1600/Wends_Bring%20On%20The%20Shenanigans.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPuxo75b1UvQ_AAZNYm5aHnHXQq6jw5EYSPhxNtheraJM-f7ZMCHB1nxfSy1RzEP7Pzpvj8tr12yZM9ALI7jQL4G9hD5xgkWGcIYXvRdMOa4bNXAHik-0Egxtmyh19Fljs9zyj_LmoW424QKy3JzjLX-bD3MjyIOC9EDavF7R88PzDXfVvBNYAjfH3yd8/w200-h200/Wends_Bring%20On%20The%20Shenanigans.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3z2i2YjpPwp3SPxlBIsG9hDicHkjGj1tJqQtJgBbkOtI-hjmqNed8zEGxgTHPTtIjHP2ehwfyGXUhy-dPMtJ48AmoNkiPNQ-LAvlbQDKunMCnHdLWegmNH6OE8OnLJxE4lfMNWw7tonZmW9WrB2As2EHslo_gN1vm1paQYRcxQyUTkeoAnhn_-vAgayE/s1600/Wends_Lucky%202%20Have%20U.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3z2i2YjpPwp3SPxlBIsG9hDicHkjGj1tJqQtJgBbkOtI-hjmqNed8zEGxgTHPTtIjHP2ehwfyGXUhy-dPMtJ48AmoNkiPNQ-LAvlbQDKunMCnHdLWegmNH6OE8OnLJxE4lfMNWw7tonZmW9WrB2As2EHslo_gN1vm1paQYRcxQyUTkeoAnhn_-vAgayE/w200-h200/Wends_Lucky%202%20Have%20U.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I do hope you'll be able to join us for the hop, if not on Instagram then on Youtube with Tami and Bea who share their wonderful St Patrick's Day tutorials with us there. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/whimsystamps/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="335" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDqLnb0w_7l5o39zCh986dE4cpfNBUvxqgq6licQaTKSr0QJV-FPAqet6jgM1mQxonWVl-jJvfbjeOHBgwyIu23LIE1dExKwk1g5RRI9Ne7sl1mkLfqMwW66Z8fkVOkQOeWj6CwHXuPvcBMJd6VCmw-RJclYJXplSw7v8SRgTteXAMCNjeG0rfKIA8v-o/w400-h335/St%20Paddy's%20Day%20Hop%20Banner.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I will be back soon with another crafty adventure, until then, happy hopping and Happy St Patrick's Day, you can follow the link in the banner above to the first stop in the Instagram Hop. Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fnew%2Dlucky%2Dleprechauns%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D27%26%5Fsid%3D0facad0e9%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-73630897202738295292024-03-17T22:30:00.011+13:002024-03-17T23:10:03.619+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ St Patrick's Day Shenanigans<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm popping in to share a card which will be part of a hop that's happening tomorrow on Instagram, starting at the Whimsy Stamps IG page. The fabulous Whimsy Stamps teams are coming together to share their fantastic creations created either for St Patrick's Day or using St Patrick's Day inspired products from Whimsy Stamps. I will share my second card tomorrow when the hop kicks off. But this is a little sneaky peek of what we'll be getting up to. I encourage you to check out my teamies creations because they have made some really fun ones. I love seeing the St Patrick's Day stash used in different ways too. It's great for good luck cards, cheeky birthday cards and for lovers of green like me! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKvIs7z3gCCZh4Wa1kA2AK6sczS7Lr5kxu7jh4S7gRGQkzd8QIiB3qSDyP7JZnrrjh9PTdtOi_9dMlp4suOK2_Zh-2pQQ7INFXLnR57EartcSZVovu8r3JCmJ7AaG9mGnf83oxdDDJMopVot0eqbTTBorbkuLya501HY_QOSTvm7QbK7xe1hhYsBWGHow/s1600/Wends_Slimline%20St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Papers_Shenanigans%20Word%20Die_Simple%20Sentiment%20Strips%20Stamps_Hexagons.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKvIs7z3gCCZh4Wa1kA2AK6sczS7Lr5kxu7jh4S7gRGQkzd8QIiB3qSDyP7JZnrrjh9PTdtOi_9dMlp4suOK2_Zh-2pQQ7INFXLnR57EartcSZVovu8r3JCmJ7AaG9mGnf83oxdDDJMopVot0eqbTTBorbkuLya501HY_QOSTvm7QbK7xe1hhYsBWGHow/w640-h640/Wends_Slimline%20St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Papers_Shenanigans%20Word%20Die_Simple%20Sentiment%20Strips%20Stamps_Hexagons.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I started my project with a whole bunch of hexagons cut with the Nested Hexagon Die Set from Whimsy Stamps. The third smallest die was a good fit to create a fun patchwork style pattern for this card base. I used a top folding white notecard and glued the hexagons in the pattern I'd measured out. I used a T-Square ruler to line up where the first hexagon should go and laid out the pattern from there. I went of the darker tile under the word die, so it would anchor the design. I had initially thought the central tile which had fun leprechaun hats over it, would be a feature, but really wanted to use the word die and this was the best placement for it, so you only see a peek of the hat paper in the corners now, but I'm happy with how it came out. You might remember this <a href="https://craftykiwimama.blogspot.com/2023/05/whimsy-stamps-hope-your-day-is-hunky.html" target="_blank">earlier card</a> I made using this quilted hexagon design. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDH4wlrD-eyBYxJrQ8dDOrOX4kxLF43-R0wf9cSL2gUD8U1taPxXUgnl-85DPXY3N0nSFxLW-80eO5ND4f-GKsMEyST6JPXIS50ReaGpBsv9XKOJsanAAUxW9S_HKqvFu3_kLOcrRC3Ljk4xTRmj27ZTmhEN33SsZhTzltZaqY-FuL0qVliaA6E1-aXLk/s1600/Wends_Lunar%20Paste%20Shine.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDH4wlrD-eyBYxJrQ8dDOrOX4kxLF43-R0wf9cSL2gUD8U1taPxXUgnl-85DPXY3N0nSFxLW-80eO5ND4f-GKsMEyST6JPXIS50ReaGpBsv9XKOJsanAAUxW9S_HKqvFu3_kLOcrRC3Ljk4xTRmj27ZTmhEN33SsZhTzltZaqY-FuL0qVliaA6E1-aXLk/w640-h640/Wends_Lunar%20Paste%20Shine.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I diecut the Shenanigans Word Die, from Parsley Green Cardstock from Concord and 9th and then took a little Forest Moss Oxide ink and ink blended to about half way up the word die for an ombré effect. I then decided to add a little shine to the bottom quarter by adding some Bramley Apple Nuvo Mousse just with my finger tips. I didn't think the contrast was striking enough however, so I opted to add a little golden detail with some Ranger Lunar Paste in Refined Copper. I'm becoming quite a fan of these Lunar Pastes, they're lovely to work with. I just went over the Nuvo Mousse I'd already laid down with a little Lunar Paste on my finger tip and worked it over the other layer. It covered it beautifully and I felt one layer was enough. I like the uneven staggered edge finish too and you can just see a little hint of the Bramley Apple Nuvo Mousse I'd laid down first. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNVWJ9zdOPuVpzTxQcdl2ToF71Rvi6DMTO1xoRqNVpYE-UM-k2EbevVooQt-sJEPbbwba_4g5hGdxcmu1SY7g52fTQfbMrGo9TKrX5eGJo3jouO-2pmqhJ5rtq3GBLnyforFzv4hmmaCTBBZXr0d_lGIfCOfiHkhe8X2U5MBZzYeJQCq_2Js6209ryQMU/s1600/Wends_Shiny%20Bits.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNVWJ9zdOPuVpzTxQcdl2ToF71Rvi6DMTO1xoRqNVpYE-UM-k2EbevVooQt-sJEPbbwba_4g5hGdxcmu1SY7g52fTQfbMrGo9TKrX5eGJo3jouO-2pmqhJ5rtq3GBLnyforFzv4hmmaCTBBZXr0d_lGIfCOfiHkhe8X2U5MBZzYeJQCq_2Js6209ryQMU/w640-h640/Wends_Shiny%20Bits.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I wanted the sentiment to read 'Bring on the Shenanigans'. So I found a sentiment strip in the Simple Sentiment Strips Clear Stamp Set from Whimsy that has a whole range of fabulous strip sentiments that can work as sub-sentiments or add ons to other sentiments, or quite honestly as smaller stand alone sentiments, this is a really versatile set. I used the Parsley Cardstock again to stamp the sentiment onto. I then pulled out some Pearled Gold Tonic Studios Craft Perfect Vellum Paper and trimmed a mat for the smaller sentiment and a shadow layer for the Shenanigans Word Die. I diecut the shenanigans word twice more from a thick copper coloured cardstock and adhered those two layers together with liquid glue then added them behind the vellum layer to lift the word die up off the paper a little for a fun dimensional shadow effect. I adhered the ink blended top layer directly over the vellum in line with the base layers already adhered, so no glue showed anywhere on the vellum. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDtLPUnSmnsMDf3quqE7eNdJ69P3DZJttADgDOeCFvoi2Qo_E6ts_IdxiBbk93NimrsuWZhNgmMitHSWZ-vh-axyihaGBs72H7IQBA5lc5VnLvC8jQ61Pis8nktRVu7KLRU4B45cJxYOmDcOf9_K9khZVn9XGH1WB0LyvQB4jWqy1pUyWJh1C7iLXMi2c/s1600/Wends_Bring%20On%20The%20Shenanigans.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDtLPUnSmnsMDf3quqE7eNdJ69P3DZJttADgDOeCFvoi2Qo_E6ts_IdxiBbk93NimrsuWZhNgmMitHSWZ-vh-axyihaGBs72H7IQBA5lc5VnLvC8jQ61Pis8nktRVu7KLRU4B45cJxYOmDcOf9_K9khZVn9XGH1WB0LyvQB4jWqy1pUyWJh1C7iLXMi2c/w640-h640/Wends_Bring%20On%20The%20Shenanigans.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I toyed with the idea of adding an image in the bottom right corner, but I really didn't want the patchwork base to be covered over completely, and felt the sentiment was enough to complete the card. I did however gold emboss a little green shamrock I had in some very old bling in my stash to complete the strip sentiment. I used Brutus Monroe Gilded Embossing Powder to emboss the shamrock and adhered it with a glue dot. I tried adding some gold pearls and tried a couple of different sequins, but there's so much going on already with the different papers, that I felt in the end, it was better left without any extra bling. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigNJ1BsLPeXPNW7VBw5aGAL-dMWDLovI430wFA3L_gLLDkof0MD4l8BHize_UnsltvEgrfec3S-F0lilfequulQgBZZIFD9uWFqiF7jdhI1A2vmKdlIb07SkulCi9cVllcQrnMWC_9rd7AQnyHcxMa39t9yXF-rUuAK3N-2Xdq3D8lYjT_ZX6WHhlbavs/w640-h640/March%2015th.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Whimsy is now doing its big product release mid month so they've just had a gorgeous selection of new product hit the shelves. I'm loving the stunning Quick Cards this month, they are dreamy, so I've got my order in already! I really like the new puzzle piece die set too, how cool is that?! There are lots of lovely new additions, so if you like what you see in the teams example pic above, you can click through on that and have a closer look in store at all the gorgeous example creations the team have made. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/whimsystamps/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="940" height="335" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDqLnb0w_7l5o39zCh986dE4cpfNBUvxqgq6licQaTKSr0QJV-FPAqet6jgM1mQxonWVl-jJvfbjeOHBgwyIu23LIE1dExKwk1g5RRI9Ne7sl1mkLfqMwW66Z8fkVOkQOeWj6CwHXuPvcBMJd6VCmw-RJclYJXplSw7v8SRgTteXAMCNjeG0rfKIA8v-o/w400-h335/St%20Paddy's%20Day%20Hop%20Banner.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I'll be back tomorrow morning with the Whimsy Stamps St Patrick's Day <strike>Pub</strike> Instagram Crawl, we'd love you to join us! We have some fun stuff planned and I'm excited to see the makes from the rest of the team. I hope you're able to join the fun with us too xoxo</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fslimline%2Dpaper%2Dpack%2Dst%2Dpatricks%2Dday%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fsid%3De736e3137%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://cardz4galz.blogspot.com/2024/03/220-use-some-green.html" target="_blank">Cardz For Galz</a>: Use Some Green</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/2024/03/march-13-green.html" target="_blank">The Sisterhood of Crafters</a>: March - Green</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/?p=34765" target="_blank">Simon Says Monday Challenge</a>: A Bit o' Green</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-a-bit-o-green-2/" target="_blank">Simon Says Wednesday Challenge</a>: A Bit o' Green</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><a href="https://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/2024/03/favourite-monochrome-or-colourful-and.html" target="_blank">As You Like It</a>: Monochrome or Colourful. I would normally say I love a colourful creation, however, it's St Patrick's Day and green is my favourite colour, so I can't help but love a little monochrome at this time of year! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've also noticed there are some amazing sales going on at Spellbinders right now. I'm slowly collecting a few of their lovely Betterpress plates, so I'm keeping my eye out for deals and thought I'd share. The left banner is for the US site, right banner for UK, now if only they'd set one for NZ! Hehe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=981584&u=2712802&m=70661&urllink=spellbinderspaperarts%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fclearance&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrmD9EGgJwBIEaZo_9qpELBCBmPNSloZrEbdugFVORPsXyp7BB1Gln6hME60hEeKCqpKQI9A0HRmo7YM92WAkEl8rHHE5E9t6okmmD1orepo1K1Fkdc-kPhBzIqoGZyp9nvyFPnf0P3dGOW16NnMZc9tF4Qp5sp_ok-uZ9kdzfuFXHa3VmKxrX5In4WIc/w320-h320/Spellbinders%20Bonus%20Sale%20Image.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=981584&u=2712802&m=70661&urllink=www%2Espellbinders%2Eco%2Euk%2Fpages%2Fdeals&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQcsCwH2-v3rwk4UlMIKkulC1QM83mcV68favylHOmdB7-mtlzQSc8eSVxTMlnlxDopytUXG1iqRv3K00kd6r9neGyqXipJYYwNjtc58P8bAeWLjyhHfqZcSPJjb9DQvRXYCA7vp_MHfkby3a3liBjGKahn7ji8jFnuMwremzqJOBoNIRn8OfyEWdMCE/s320/Spellbinders%20Bonus%20Sale%20Image.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /><br /></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-60463770223877569792024-03-14T23:57:00.001+13:002024-03-17T14:58:04.647+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Pink Butterfly Sympathy Card<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back with the second Sympathy card I made at my Mum's request for a friend who had lost her daughter to breast cancer. A heartbreaking time for them and it felt a real privilege to be able to do this for my mum.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-kxTUWgUXLNs3vxrWo06ruLmheJGsnc7uDEjBtFE7R29pNV5ldcWB1UtVT9edtpl-EL1VzzzCSAM-JSxbqdKqulh0yv27iuUkYVVwhsubR1oxvlD5__8sB2jqoeJJ32u5BhgMoaMVzZ5eC4LxOT2IAOKgJJuGeNl4lQkNEcpXLx6gn5SNCyUU6eRAP7A/s1600/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Flight%20of%20Butterflies%20Stencil_Vintage%20Script%20BG.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-kxTUWgUXLNs3vxrWo06ruLmheJGsnc7uDEjBtFE7R29pNV5ldcWB1UtVT9edtpl-EL1VzzzCSAM-JSxbqdKqulh0yv27iuUkYVVwhsubR1oxvlD5__8sB2jqoeJJ32u5BhgMoaMVzZ5eC4LxOT2IAOKgJJuGeNl4lQkNEcpXLx6gn5SNCyUU6eRAP7A/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Flight%20of%20Butterflies%20Stencil_Vintage%20Script%20BG.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I started this card again with a panel I'd ink smooshed during a recent ink swatching exercise. I was updating an ink ring with recent ink additions and making the colour strip to add to the side of the Oxide Ink Pads. Not all the inks were recent, but some I'd just not got around to doing this for, so I decided while they were out and I was doing this process, I'd have a little ink smooshing fun with them too. So I ended up with quite a number of panels of interestingly ink smooshed designs with various colour combinations of ink. This particular combination I really like. Kitsch Flamingo, Worn Lipstick and Tattered Rose. I was worried at first it would be a little bit too 'pink' for a Sympathy card, but when my mama saw it, she explained it was perfect as the loss was due to breast cancer. Which I'd not realised at the time I was creating, so this felt 'meant to be'. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8WiMeHElM7ZqNs6hjDZ8xE1GsDGh8eC1LjzXiiFfrQA4DQ-USuPrXo-nAbWPTPDE3vrNYdMbHBCbrvXzDIjKnv2jAqivEzSLq8V9a42n38VVMeCMmR6JZ5hQrDPZ9XNCtp6mxn-ozSuXbNyitpQpvx2VF_2Y2McZkl4tIbsyH3staq-l9ccJagrB6OF4/s1600/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Clear%20Stamps_Card%20Inside.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8WiMeHElM7ZqNs6hjDZ8xE1GsDGh8eC1LjzXiiFfrQA4DQ-USuPrXo-nAbWPTPDE3vrNYdMbHBCbrvXzDIjKnv2jAqivEzSLq8V9a42n38VVMeCMmR6JZ5hQrDPZ9XNCtp6mxn-ozSuXbNyitpQpvx2VF_2Y2McZkl4tIbsyH3staq-l9ccJagrB6OF4/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Clear%20Stamps_Card%20Inside.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="text-align: justify;">As with my last card, I decorated the inside of the card with a white insert which I stamped the sentiment 'Grief is love with no place to go'. This sentiment really struck me when I first saw this set, as I knew the original quote well and it really resonated for me in connection with my daddy's passing. The original author of this quote is Jamie Anderson writer of a blog titled All My Loose Ends: Nourish Your Roots. Her blog entry was about the loss of her mother and coming to terms with that grief. Jamie's quote follows...</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div> "Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give, but cannot. The more you loved someone, the more you grieve. All that unspent love gathers up in the corners of your eyes and in that part of your chest that gets empty and hollow feeling. Grief is just love with no place to go."</div><div style="text-align: right;">- Jamie Anderson</div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7TcPls_LIdl4ZxFE5GBKF-O0lv-wIur3o4Vbo_QCCWLLEwjG-x0ZejyCongsVVV30Tkqy4Xee-IGtglHRhr2BFFDjt8f7-oEVLwPMnkiAxNotRrwMFdaG8J0KAOoj9LAVjjh-UVwSXgo6OgZf-5vRC3G12NDmLo-wKgAL27CVPB5IiW7uZehPLuLVBks/s1600/Wends_Sympathy,%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Flight%20of%20Butterflies%20Stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7TcPls_LIdl4ZxFE5GBKF-O0lv-wIur3o4Vbo_QCCWLLEwjG-x0ZejyCongsVVV30Tkqy4Xee-IGtglHRhr2BFFDjt8f7-oEVLwPMnkiAxNotRrwMFdaG8J0KAOoj9LAVjjh-UVwSXgo6OgZf-5vRC3G12NDmLo-wKgAL27CVPB5IiW7uZehPLuLVBks/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy,%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Flight%20of%20Butterflies%20Stencil.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I also love the sentiment taken from this same Whimsy Stamps set, which was born out of deep grief. I used for the front of this card, a very poignant and meaningful quote that to me, feels far more sincere and appropriate than 'with Sympathy'. I used the imagery of butterflies again. I love the idea of their transformation as a metaphor for the transformation of the soul. I feel very drawn to this imagery for Sympathy cards. I used Tattered Rose to add some scripty text to the background for a bit of interest. The background stamping is subtle, but it's there and adds to the mixed media feel of this card. I used Worn Lipstick to stencil the butterflies onto the card. I didn't have the updated butterfly stencil from Whimsy when I made this card, so it was created with the older one I had in my stash. I'll show both below so you can compare. I've since bought the updated version as it has some really great additional features. Like the previous card, I distressed the panel edges with scissors but this time adhered the panel directly to the card front. Before doing so however, I wrapped a pretty organza ribbon around the card and added a double bow. This card I completed with the silver embossed sentiment and some tiny vellum butterflies which were cut with a companion die to a pocket die set I had in my stash. Some tiny pearls completed these sweet butterflies and I was happy with how this card had come together. I paired it with a silver envelope I had in my stash.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you missed my previous posts, Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are really incredible and there are some truly wonderful stamp and die sets in this sale! Let me know if you score something lovely! I've gone back three times now for a stock up! Hugs and happy crafting, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fsympathy%2Dso%2Ddeeply%2Dsorry%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D2%26%5Fsid%3D7b2278ab7%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://cinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/03/march-challenge-anything-goes.html" target="_blank">Creative Inspirations Challenges</a>: March ~ Anything Goes</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-18116376983628808342024-03-10T09:00:00.006+13:002024-03-17T14:57:46.027+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Mixed Media Sympathy Card<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm popping in to share a card I made commissioned by my lovely mumma, who needed a couple of Sympathy themed cards a little while back. I love using butterflies for Sympathy cards, there's just something beautiful about the imagery and brings to mind the concept of transformation. So I used a mix of gorgeous butterflies in different forms from my Whimsy stash. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYn2XuRsdMLRW0D5Og4DdF7wL-N8XKvdHUNQah89IfzzjEun4jzQzWZtpdHgBisrofP3uI_gjZWWCW6ZKp6hRU4GSWJasqKFtaGOU_3RxlYFcnBdw73SefCqmBbeGJ_vMriA-l1gEv8tEAm7e5GqAP2qMg7HKdnZjc41DKNuw8SFd_wTob6uBZs3ESu6w/s1600/Wends_Butterflies%20Stamps_Butterflies%20Outlines_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Vintage%20Script%20BG.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYn2XuRsdMLRW0D5Og4DdF7wL-N8XKvdHUNQah89IfzzjEun4jzQzWZtpdHgBisrofP3uI_gjZWWCW6ZKp6hRU4GSWJasqKFtaGOU_3RxlYFcnBdw73SefCqmBbeGJ_vMriA-l1gEv8tEAm7e5GqAP2qMg7HKdnZjc41DKNuw8SFd_wTob6uBZs3ESu6w/w640-h640/Wends_Butterflies%20Stamps_Butterflies%20Outlines_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Stamps_Vintage%20Script%20BG.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The card base I used is actually quite large, 7x7 if I recall correctly and it's a beautiful pearlescent white cardstock that shimmers so beautifully in the light. I bought it years ago at an Ally Pally Craft Fair, I believe it was from <a href="https://annamariedesigns.co.uk/product-category/blank-cards/cards-envelopes/" target="_blank">Anna Marie Designs</a>. But I cannot find a link for this exact pretty metallic sheen cardstock any longer. It made such a gorgeous backdrop for this card. The image panel I started with was one I had ink smooshed with Victorian Velvet Oxide Ink and Milled Lavender Oxide Ink. I did this on a craft mat, just smooshing down the ink pads and then spritzing with water and breaking up the square shape into a more random pattern before smooshing the paper down into the inks. I did several layers of ink but also left some quite open spaces. I wanted an airy feeling to the background.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoyTAS2X3tIfNhtB6qVnnifKs77NzPOZUHewThHeP-IqvUMyCnZxvwYZkVKXsp8GmcRZZQbAqOk7tZeEyAmGTlCNQff88kW8RdU9L7_-NPbRNUXd_AmgfSxGOpuwS3ll5_mGCYWwke4uHyQNqTmlH5J0NHITKzv4hS9Rr2lHPfAgKMLMd8JXld6KQeDs/s1600/Wends_Gold%20Details.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoyTAS2X3tIfNhtB6qVnnifKs77NzPOZUHewThHeP-IqvUMyCnZxvwYZkVKXsp8GmcRZZQbAqOk7tZeEyAmGTlCNQff88kW8RdU9L7_-NPbRNUXd_AmgfSxGOpuwS3ll5_mGCYWwke4uHyQNqTmlH5J0NHITKzv4hS9Rr2lHPfAgKMLMd8JXld6KQeDs/w640-h640/Wends_Gold%20Details.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a stencil with gold ink to add some butterflies, I first used the gold ink to stamp a background script stamp randomly over the background just to add interest and some additional visual texture. I heat embossed a beautiful butterfly from a favourite Whimsy Clear Stamp set on Vellum and diecut it with the matching dies. I finished this lovely butterfly with some gold flat back gold pearls from a Honeybee set and adhered the butterfly to the card with liquid glue only along the body of the buttterfly, so the wings stayed free. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wxuMOv9UNlhDG8lQVh0P-xoVKr00LdYtu1CSy03IkQoCJ_76prPu_KRtoyCP59oIJoP_M2ck0pRNF6sOcaTrx-GgAa-zI6usSxFmaB_voY_DKUEobqTbQ5YgIwwLc4dWL6Ehcdp771y7m8s4t-6lotjWKbPZ9me1pS4W33o22RfK7hnnDA5TR6S_NcI/s1600/Wends_FlightofButterfliesStencil_ButterfliesStamps_ButterfliesOutlineDies_SoDeeplySorryStamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wxuMOv9UNlhDG8lQVh0P-xoVKr00LdYtu1CSy03IkQoCJ_76prPu_KRtoyCP59oIJoP_M2ck0pRNF6sOcaTrx-GgAa-zI6usSxFmaB_voY_DKUEobqTbQ5YgIwwLc4dWL6Ehcdp771y7m8s4t-6lotjWKbPZ9me1pS4W33o22RfK7hnnDA5TR6S_NcI/w640-h640/Wends_FlightofButterfliesStencil_ButterfliesStamps_ButterfliesOutlineDies_SoDeeplySorryStamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I distressed the edges of the image panel with scissors and then popped the panel up on thick foam to add to the card base. But before adding it, wrapped the panel several times with a thin pearlescent elastic cord that I've had in my stash since my earliest days of crafting! Love being able to use older stash and this just matched the pretty pearlescent card base so well, it was a great fit. I just tied a simple bow to finish and added the panel to the card base. I forgot to say, but I did heat emboss the sentiment before adding the foam backing and cording, which helped me know where to line up the cord when wrapping it around.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggI3mawfh2C30fu9-Iizo1RKX_Wsv4DWapBx7MQY0WjnFjnN5OWW1W7NVVYeCzMsWKmdsM2E6RLJ2hooq4SmMPYaXHmMM41KYACVQaWnW5Igt57Me-VGLAgiagMgPaVfOhW8caCFj08KhkcBTUHGzUYTNGFHzrAx4Pgv8Diofy_TcYq84Igmoa2mx-p2U/s1600/IMG_8240.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggI3mawfh2C30fu9-Iizo1RKX_Wsv4DWapBx7MQY0WjnFjnN5OWW1W7NVVYeCzMsWKmdsM2E6RLJ2hooq4SmMPYaXHmMM41KYACVQaWnW5Igt57Me-VGLAgiagMgPaVfOhW8caCFj08KhkcBTUHGzUYTNGFHzrAx4Pgv8Diofy_TcYq84Igmoa2mx-p2U/w640-h640/IMG_8240.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I was hunting through my pics to find my reference photo from when I did the ink smooshing and I only remembered two of the inks I used. I actually used four on this panel. Which you can see above, I used the two previously mentioned, Milled Lavender and Victorian Velvet, but also Tattered Rose and a touch of Lost Shadow. I made this ink smooshed background as part of a batch of swatching I was doing, so you can see the little strips of colour I created to add to the sides of the ink pads, I also did the little tags to add to my swatch ring which I began a while ago and add to as I add new colours to my stash. If you'd like to see the swatch ring, you can visit that post <a href="https://craftykiwimama.blogspot.com/2022/06/whimsy-stamps-not-just-for-cards.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinqtTuSIDZ88egKYGcGInVlq4LXK_78Hd4YVm5Naep7qrhSKSrls0JiLnndT1kscwK9i6Oo_OhNRrZ_Rsfi3LvpFiL0HEzhem6a3GFl5cu4BAIlfeV5i0hiqEgt4YzgcyzFgLd2Bha4w2uuqZ3l4rBHWkku78u8L-MDwaSwZ6mspcfpF769qW8HAb_4I0/s1600/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinqtTuSIDZ88egKYGcGInVlq4LXK_78Hd4YVm5Naep7qrhSKSrls0JiLnndT1kscwK9i6Oo_OhNRrZ_Rsfi3LvpFiL0HEzhem6a3GFl5cu4BAIlfeV5i0hiqEgt4YzgcyzFgLd2Bha4w2uuqZ3l4rBHWkku78u8L-MDwaSwZ6mspcfpF769qW8HAb_4I0/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy%20So%20Deeply%20Sorry%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I decorated the inside of this card with a white page which I had stamped the sentiment 'There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone the light remains.' I think this is such a beautiful sentiment for a Sympathy card and completed this creation meaningfully.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If you missed my previous posts, Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are really incredible and there are some truly wonderful stamp and die sets in this sale! Let me know if you score something lovely! I've gone back three times now for a stock up! 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://cinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/03/march-challenge-anything-goes.html" target="_blank">Creative Inspirations Challenges</a>: March ~ Anything Goes</div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-83197437837084576192024-03-03T18:00:00.003+13:002024-03-03T22:28:20.806+13:00Sweet Stampin' and Whimsy Stamps ~ A Little Bit Irish<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, it's time to share a fun creation for our current Sweet Stampin' challenge and I'm using some fun Whimsy Stamps products, so I'll be sharing there too. Our challenge at Sweet Stampin' is called 'A Little Bit Irish', but you're welcome to create a design with predominantly green if you're not someone who creates for St Patrick's Day. We'd love to see those makes too. I have been trying to find a few minutes to sit and colour these adorable Leprechauns from talented Whimsy artist Crissy Armstrong. I adore her images, they're always enchanting! I finally got this creation made yesterday, (a little after the challenge went live, forgive me!) and I absolutely LOVE how it turned out.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVVHOcn-vUHTl_vJY_Js6PgcgF4dX1QeyTKWm0n8o2SUJciW-w7jRhyphenhyphennotnrqOGwgNywL1BOygUbE9b6F3fJCsN9DZOj4-rj1ViNKUOsk_mdu73d8OvI6QCwtN6jnk7MoxJkLJqCtxEbSNvXqIRd_Y_Hun1AgoemPEfwqPsJNWA1B5lEYQUoxMv6_nkY/s1600/SSWends_St%20Paddy's%20Day%20Luck.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVVHOcn-vUHTl_vJY_Js6PgcgF4dX1QeyTKWm0n8o2SUJciW-w7jRhyphenhyphennotnrqOGwgNywL1BOygUbE9b6F3fJCsN9DZOj4-rj1ViNKUOsk_mdu73d8OvI6QCwtN6jnk7MoxJkLJqCtxEbSNvXqIRd_Y_Hun1AgoemPEfwqPsJNWA1B5lEYQUoxMv6_nkY/w640-h640/SSWends_St%20Paddy's%20Day%20Luck.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Whimsy has such a huge range of fabulous St Patrick's Day elements and well, if you know me, you know, green is my favourite colour. There's definitely a little Irish in me! (No seriously, there actually is Irish in my bloodline, hehe! ... and Scottish and English and Swedish, I'm a mix, hmm, this isn't going well, let's stop there!) The point is, I love to celebrate St Patrick's Day, we had such fun when we lived in London because pretty much in all the Irish pubs, everyone was a 'little bit Irish' on St Paddy's Day! Fun memories.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-M3LnDczVmvh7FAz3FOA4BXRUrpYcqi7sF-8ylyBmyIPniihatcrkV4RNIv3AAsLQ4KKqJPUH5zj-xEUUvipM-Z_zC1MXfwBCRG5CZmTyWrMQsP8i8VcEJYRmfZEdPpQhu46Bo9WlmiABzTo503Dg_M8cMbS3t4qTfid0HEz-SRldQlGHO-ckkRvR938/s1600/Wends_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Cutest%20Leprechaun.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-M3LnDczVmvh7FAz3FOA4BXRUrpYcqi7sF-8ylyBmyIPniihatcrkV4RNIv3AAsLQ4KKqJPUH5zj-xEUUvipM-Z_zC1MXfwBCRG5CZmTyWrMQsP8i8VcEJYRmfZEdPpQhu46Bo9WlmiABzTo503Dg_M8cMbS3t4qTfid0HEz-SRldQlGHO-ckkRvR938/w640-h640/Wends_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Cutest%20Leprechaun.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I've added a bit of sparkle to the shamrocks he's holding, as if they were picked still covered in dew. Just a tiny detail for interest. I've also added some embellishments to the card from a lovely mix from Little Things from Lucy's Cards that I've had for a long time. I thought these iridescent gems could bring the 'rainbow' to this make, however subtle. I added them to the card using the reflected symmetry concept of placing embellishments that Cathy Zielske has spoken of. I'm not a 'natural' at placing gems, so I find this really helpful and love the way it looks.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHnfKAB2xnc52keDhzWswGQpgP01O0ld1GBtvaV07C4z4KhDvC77MUskQ5Y7oPW-icX_j6lte9chg2ZqRL0_VORHi4p6Gh7d_qPnOgbD6iLqjoiCR8xM6IK1EvF6KIcSYj2tWa8ElnfrG5zQf2b1Fpat7IO4TW0oCHDkeyh-p2LHiNdVbpNvlISqOhI4/s1600/Wends_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Sprinkles%20Scallops%20Rectangle%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkHnfKAB2xnc52keDhzWswGQpgP01O0ld1GBtvaV07C4z4KhDvC77MUskQ5Y7oPW-icX_j6lte9chg2ZqRL0_VORHi4p6Gh7d_qPnOgbD6iLqjoiCR8xM6IK1EvF6KIcSYj2tWa8ElnfrG5zQf2b1Fpat7IO4TW0oCHDkeyh-p2LHiNdVbpNvlISqOhI4/w640-h640/Wends_St%20Patrick's%20Day%20Gold%20Stamps_Lucky%20Leprechauns%20Stamps_Sprinkles%20Scallops%20Rectangle%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The fun background for this card, I created with some ink smooshing of green inks. I used Distress Oxide Inks in Shabby Shutters, Bundled Sage and Rustic Wilderness, then I stamped the background once dry, with the same Oxide inks and a mix of companion stamp elements from two fabulous Whimsy Stamps sets created with St Patrick's Day in mind - Lucky Leprechauns Clear Stamps and St Patrick's Day Gold Clear Stamps. I was going to add a sentiment strip to finish the card, but last minute decided to stamp one of the small sentiments in VersaFine Clair Nocturne ink, which I think finished the card perfectly. The image I have coloured with Copic Markers in a range of shades, many of them green. I'm not in the habit of writing these down, but I recall I used YG67, 63 and 61 for the Shamrocks and I used G29, 28 and 21 for his hat and trousers. For his red beard, I used E19, E08, E99, YR27 and YR24. For the gold buckle I used the last three I mentioned, E99, YR27 and YR24 plus Y35 to add a brighter highlight shine. I diecut the image panel with a really old stitched die from my stash, from way back in the day, as the company is no longer trading, but I recall they were called Lil 'Inkers and they were the very first faux stitched dies I bought. I wanted to use the gorgeous Sprinkles Scallops Rectangle Die Set to edge the design and couldn't find my Whimsy Rectangle Stitched Dies (I've misplaced them, it's driving me crazy! I use them so often!!) so I pulled out these very old dies and I must say, it worked out well. Fun to use older stash.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://sweetstampinchallengeblog.blogspot.com/2024/03/sweet-stampin-little-bit-irish.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="129" data-original-width="200" height="129" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7sEU_5TLdQAEN34-JWZvJcD5vZO3ZP2yyr6Twqv2EGf5Y6A5KGXviUJJWC18mTvo6I5YAp0flhjED9YZXeS-AtLfk50mxcYHwOnMjBJN5XUy3xq24YihUG_syLQd4U3W2IsdKNhAVSM8SHnuTjaomFTf2nfUr6pDSSji0Pu5EfLBm4LTYQI5FDg9e/s1600/SS~Challenge.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I hope you'll come and play along with us in this fun challenge and be sure to head over and check out the fun makes my teamies created. They're so talented! It would be fun to see your take on the challenge and if St Paddy's Day isn't something you celebrate, enter with a predominantly green creation, we'd love to see! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If you missed my previous posts, Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are really incredible and there are some truly wonderful stamp and die sets in this sale! Let me know if you score something lovely! I've gone back three times now for a stock up! 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-44774811966950319042024-02-29T08:00:00.091+13:002024-03-01T00:23:07.360+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Phone Shaped Bookmark<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey friends, I'm back with a quick make that I created to go with one of the pressies I was giving for the family birthdays on the 27th. I love giving books as gifts and what better thing to create to accompany that, than a handy bookmark?!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyzWcqK47Adf7F-Wt28-Q39e1mCCQhcVK8p4K-v82b5mzgpJg5zPxU_VQKx-jDGxJcthIccXsiAiQMmzHaObNODZbBuV5XowN8JR146dlpmIH7Hg08qBxZZYgpn9mRwNDA_SaOoFSGgCH1VZaetWs_BpFNIZx2sTv1CqWwAxB7u0ctOpy4eYba-nRG1ek/s1600/Wends_Selfie%20Die%20Set_Comic%20Speech%20Bubbles%20Dies_Glorious%20Sky%20Paper_Phone%20Bookmark.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyzWcqK47Adf7F-Wt28-Q39e1mCCQhcVK8p4K-v82b5mzgpJg5zPxU_VQKx-jDGxJcthIccXsiAiQMmzHaObNODZbBuV5XowN8JR146dlpmIH7Hg08qBxZZYgpn9mRwNDA_SaOoFSGgCH1VZaetWs_BpFNIZx2sTv1CqWwAxB7u0ctOpy4eYba-nRG1ek/w640-h640/Wends_Selfie%20Die%20Set_Comic%20Speech%20Bubbles%20Dies_Glorious%20Sky%20Paper_Phone%20Bookmark.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">As you can see in the background, this was given with the rainbow card I shared previously. I think they made a really lovely combination. I used a fun die set from Whimsy Stamps which has a phone die in it. The perfect thing for this generation of teens! I wanted to add some sentiments that were encouraging and uplifting, so found two sets that I could combine to create the message I wanted. I used the fabulous Speech Bubbles die set from Whimsy to add the text detail on the front. But first, I needed a screen background image. I found the perfect one to give that 'phone background' feel, in the Glorious Sky Slimline Paper Pack from Whimsy. So I was all set! You may notice that I used the phone die upside down? I did this, so I could loop the string and charms through the bit where the 'button' sits. I punched the whole with a handheld punch and then added the eyelets on top from another Whimsy Set, to reinforce the hole.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlYqASbTMDnEl-XXRuwtt1Z0obPerfBIJN3DpwdSSGmJ1VJQj2qYPRl0pwsQoikfEZLLf7q6wAx-RLsjZg7bwQ835iZw0t2TA0DHcZBToryHOTwimGoYQUhwyryChozIpCNJuFv07FJi4rruE2zssnUMRs5NCFK_3vubnohTTk18NRhfISqHyKjSG7szM/s1600/Wends_Selfie%20Die%20Set_Bold%20Statements%20Stamps_Bookmark.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlYqASbTMDnEl-XXRuwtt1Z0obPerfBIJN3DpwdSSGmJ1VJQj2qYPRl0pwsQoikfEZLLf7q6wAx-RLsjZg7bwQ835iZw0t2TA0DHcZBToryHOTwimGoYQUhwyryChozIpCNJuFv07FJi4rruE2zssnUMRs5NCFK_3vubnohTTk18NRhfISqHyKjSG7szM/w640-h640/Wends_Selfie%20Die%20Set_Bold%20Statements%20Stamps_Bookmark.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I wanted to add another sentiment on the reverse side, which is from a lovely Whimsy sentiment set. It fit the size of the phone perfectly. I stamped it onto white cardstock which I then traced the outside of the phone die onto and trimmed with my guillotine trimmer. I used a corner rounder to create the rounded corners to match the die. I added a white eyelet to the back and black one to the front to reinforce the hole I'd punched, then strung some black twine through which I then added the charms to and twisted the twine to give a nice finished effect. Happily, the book and the bookmark were really well received!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If you missed my previous post, Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are incredible and there are some truly wonderful stamp and die sets in this sale! Let me know if you score something lovely! Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fcomic%2Dspeech%2Dbubbles%2Ddie%2Dset%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fsid%3D712e01014%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: justify;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="311" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA3qZ_OiUUZ5DCOPlbWXC3ZArWmJgyAhT3wNnRJWvxFWIFAYGIcO6ZqssFAcF82FIppWAcqojEC99qr6JjK9D8fqYvGWCLRjIWDz575AaPkCBvGDHxOvEL3PDB5WFcoF0cAGajGoRxdZ0/s320/ComicSpeechBubblesdiedisplay_600x600.webp" /></a> <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fselfie%2Ddie%2Dset%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fsid%3D8ee1596b5%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div>(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-3447710901476255062024-02-28T22:00:00.149+13:002024-03-01T00:34:09.431+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Rainbow Birthday<div style="text-align: justify;">Hello crafty friends, I'm back with a bright, fun, birthday make today. We had two family birthdays yesterday and I made this set of cards with that in mind. I gave one yesterday and will reserve the other for a later date as my sister I'll give something floral to or perhaps something with a ski theme, as they're off to Canada to do some skiing! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURTf0mGVx_zMLu00zfr00aL_Zl6DIKzwZwxQrfjgjIpUIcwC1NQi891k6GihvpmktJhGWaMGQ_AJ9KMWwMmJg-fEZUg1_xO6cF1KJtWFyF-uoP8-jcLDQ_WMoTMA2kkDAd6bzXaEtCTPychfpOlsU_XzSgHkrZFGo0yZ76u6OWPBVnFhbWNxCnbKgchY/s1600/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_2from1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjURTf0mGVx_zMLu00zfr00aL_Zl6DIKzwZwxQrfjgjIpUIcwC1NQi891k6GihvpmktJhGWaMGQ_AJ9KMWwMmJg-fEZUg1_xO6cF1KJtWFyF-uoP8-jcLDQ_WMoTMA2kkDAd6bzXaEtCTPychfpOlsU_XzSgHkrZFGo0yZ76u6OWPBVnFhbWNxCnbKgchY/w640-h640/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_2from1.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">This lovely rainbow panel I made a little while back, and popped to the side, knowing it needed the 'right' make to cut into this beautiful ink blend! So I was delighted when my coverplate die arrived from Whimsy and that 'aha' moment hit! It was perfect for a rainbow birthday theme! I had made this panel as part of an ink blending and splattering exercise during an Online Card Class. It was so fun to create and even more fun to find the perfect creation to use it on! Pic below, is the panel in my splat box after adding the splatter. You may recognise the other 'watermarked' panels from these two Christmas makes too, you can see them <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C0zyPqty5wb/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="https://craftykiwimama.blogspot.com/2023/12/whimsy-stamps-merry-bright.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3OpWusMwLXoOj4t68bGduhFBW7Z4XHMN2hexTRLqHgW2Hv5AWAGTH-8OfAmJQwKgKJpmKbYlBSaEiyhHp-UlnoB4hsQzkmJxivr3yP7h_PFtvONlyp8mStqjX5JjDAXFBIUkVhHLkjicog4VE8GwTwP-wi5wcjIHy0L5ipCT342PvbgYpFvvJzNOEMfA/s1600/Wends_Rainbow%20Ink%20Blend.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3OpWusMwLXoOj4t68bGduhFBW7Z4XHMN2hexTRLqHgW2Hv5AWAGTH-8OfAmJQwKgKJpmKbYlBSaEiyhHp-UlnoB4hsQzkmJxivr3yP7h_PFtvONlyp8mStqjX5JjDAXFBIUkVhHLkjicog4VE8GwTwP-wi5wcjIHy0L5ipCT342PvbgYpFvvJzNOEMfA/w640-h640/Wends_Rainbow%20Ink%20Blend.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I absolutely love, having cut into an ink blended panel which I was really happy with, that I got 'two for one' with this coverplate die! I created the first card, which was this rainbow panel, exactly as I wanted it, over the black base, to really intensify the rainbow colours. Then realised that the larger 'waste' pieces of the panel would be so easy to use on a second card, so a very easy 'two for one' set of creations! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirBL7PoVs-KCGpJehFX74s5LHcLgXuENaYNYlCPOdNXv7n5X_jK5pstf13yUFKFoHfiBJ0IxxZpjPgH5ohwozn0KsGMGkMNe1y5Gx9Bdo3OTj5OMNhACERma5vcssJ8wbfHInCcpLDnmB-aX3S9wGFkeBsM-ooRdmg7h2asmDKidiDyj8XPclmMdD_xdU/s1600/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_Rainbow%20Birthday.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirBL7PoVs-KCGpJehFX74s5LHcLgXuENaYNYlCPOdNXv7n5X_jK5pstf13yUFKFoHfiBJ0IxxZpjPgH5ohwozn0KsGMGkMNe1y5Gx9Bdo3OTj5OMNhACERma5vcssJ8wbfHInCcpLDnmB-aX3S9wGFkeBsM-ooRdmg7h2asmDKidiDyj8XPclmMdD_xdU/w640-h640/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_Rainbow%20Birthday.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The first panel I laid over black cardstock and adhered the rainbow panel with liquid glue, easy peasy and actually a very quick make once the die was run through. I absolutely love how this came out and didn't want to add a thing to this card, the rainbow and coverplate die made a striking card without anything extra needed. It fills an A2 card front completely edge to edge, which I absolutely love. It's bold and substantial.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2CT3ZtcShthhON-AJsUlbIeY8d5EF1X8YZIloNA3tG6eDuFtbRZlv3j0A876ciobf9YVo0i5RTltGULoXG28OkueUgR0eZXZ8GZULPOcj21MqqK1xGP8tAYSK_psUv9FretUNSTKaMb3y6pfFBRIYQb4CA0CRh39yMYLZVlFz6WAoYz4WS_VPdJLJxPk/s1600/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_No%20Waste.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2CT3ZtcShthhON-AJsUlbIeY8d5EF1X8YZIloNA3tG6eDuFtbRZlv3j0A876ciobf9YVo0i5RTltGULoXG28OkueUgR0eZXZ8GZULPOcj21MqqK1xGP8tAYSK_psUv9FretUNSTKaMb3y6pfFBRIYQb4CA0CRh39yMYLZVlFz6WAoYz4WS_VPdJLJxPk/w640-h640/Wends_Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die_No%20Waste.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">For the 'offcuts' version of this card, I ran the coverplate die through again, but this time in black cardstock and then I adhered this down to a cardbase that was covered in double sided tape. I used the corner of my MISTI to ensure I added the diecut perfectly square to the sticky card base. Definitely a 'hold your breath' moment! Once that was stuck down and nicely in place, it was just a matter of puzzle piecing the 'offcuts' into place, which came together very quickly thanks to the double sided tape on the card base. It was such a lovely thing to put that last piece in and have that full rainbow effect a second time over!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are incredible and there are some truly wonderful stamp and die sets in this sale! Let me know if you score something lovely! Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fhappy%2Dbirthday%2Dcoverplate%2Ddie%3F&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjS58HGRkuzSafluPdxVjM87fs7OKD0EIM50flki1yD4234JvINeReeYi2hdOZmBypokv-1LeDXA_ft07SdAIw2OtytndJN-B-q15MD37Fw0ruDIzDuisVJ7N8wYcVyMBEbpT-lcKjrzg4KUT3YpTYP4GpRtd2A2M3Was2Fiue9b6VknYG5Ap1lmwaA66k/s320/Happy%20Birthday%20Coverplate%20Die.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-51485180787325022582024-02-24T18:30:00.009+13:002024-02-24T20:59:56.106+13:00Concord and 9th and Whimsy ~ Thank You Card<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty pals, I picked up a gorgeous stencil recently from Concord and 9th. I just really loved the way it looked, the style of it and the slightly modern avant-garde twist to the florals. So I really wanted to have a play with this lovely stencil.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif72gcSgkpYDwPWaI1rcNlcQmH1g1Vj84naGSSxe1K24g3Dmf6Ydp76dJ_6rU98vVK1s_0JMJjkfMyqJTr8okBSMSelIGQlSH2dpZg1TCk7ZxwIlbLQObxLJFsdoKsZQqE-knbyaSZAE3HW8F0NhJ9-5NhLqtxjAj2aLEpda6w3PFFA2EBlcXWvpenXkU/s1600/Wends_Concord%20and%209th%20Stencil_Whimsy%20Thank%20You%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif72gcSgkpYDwPWaI1rcNlcQmH1g1Vj84naGSSxe1K24g3Dmf6Ydp76dJ_6rU98vVK1s_0JMJjkfMyqJTr8okBSMSelIGQlSH2dpZg1TCk7ZxwIlbLQObxLJFsdoKsZQqE-knbyaSZAE3HW8F0NhJ9-5NhLqtxjAj2aLEpda6w3PFFA2EBlcXWvpenXkU/w640-h640/Wends_Concord%20and%209th%20Stencil_Whimsy%20Thank%20You%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I decided to start with a softly coloured cardstock base and then layer up the colour with Distress Oxide Inks through the stencil. I chose a lovely soft minty sage coloured cardstock from the SBC Peppermint Smooth Cardstock A2 Pack. I chose some fun orange and sage green Oxide Inks to lay down the colours. I used Ripe Persimmon for the darkest orange hue and Spiced Marmalade for the lighter orange hue. I used Bundled Sage for most of the green details, touching just a hint of Forest Moss here and there to deepen the green.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiik7ySMIUgdex3MzRKpiPDQHoQQ_gVs_HE5_ERtV_y55AwZazAcXkHgk6sXmIiwBBUj3sIUVclNDd3BTAPVkLiy9o15aKOPzU0eC7Ns5gOG2UqVRJzNH2aHWPTwS_vGjtTN49XEgNX3MxDrq9sDGDbnAdbzekmUdW289SHargMOwLKGvFncaB332c-wQQ/s1600/Wends_Oxide%20Ink%20Colours.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiik7ySMIUgdex3MzRKpiPDQHoQQ_gVs_HE5_ERtV_y55AwZazAcXkHgk6sXmIiwBBUj3sIUVclNDd3BTAPVkLiy9o15aKOPzU0eC7Ns5gOG2UqVRJzNH2aHWPTwS_vGjtTN49XEgNX3MxDrq9sDGDbnAdbzekmUdW289SHargMOwLKGvFncaB332c-wQQ/w640-h640/Wends_Oxide%20Ink%20Colours.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I wanted a striking sentiment to finish off this gorgeous but rather plain panel. So I grabbed my Thank You die from Whimsy Stamps out and cut several from a plain cardstock and then a final cut from a lovely copper coloured iridescent cardstock from my stash. I layered them up and added them in the centre of the panel. I diecut the panel first with a very plain stitched edge die as I didn't want to lose too much of the stencilling. Then added the finished panel to an A2 landscape fold card, so this one opens from the right hand side, not my usual preferred top folding card base.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-RHV6wWFua9vPkq0Ml5alpyVBu3qMYGrAGJIwo08ApFQ98kmuzsiysD2QUwLDFe0c5tW8VFGERoiJ00lBbgxJ4CWmQsfKcPkdfDYFDYujy3eXnDOPFCRBz52IXOUq-rXbz153jempKzyiBDUsu-iP0vRiIBsTiWWNYF6YGw2HqrdG4I36FnbmXNUCDU/s1600/Wends_Shine%20of%20Sentiment.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK-RHV6wWFua9vPkq0Ml5alpyVBu3qMYGrAGJIwo08ApFQ98kmuzsiysD2QUwLDFe0c5tW8VFGERoiJ00lBbgxJ4CWmQsfKcPkdfDYFDYujy3eXnDOPFCRBz52IXOUq-rXbz153jempKzyiBDUsu-iP0vRiIBsTiWWNYF6YGw2HqrdG4I36FnbmXNUCDU/w640-h640/Wends_Shine%20of%20Sentiment.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">What do you think of this pretty stencil set? I'm thinking of colour combinations for my next try, but this card is set to go to my mummy who is keen for some more of my handmade cards to give to friends. So lovely having her enjoy using them so much! Well that's all from me today my friends. I'll be back soon before long with another crafty adventure, until then, I wish you a wonderful weekend and happy crafty days.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXu1URLQDpFi2xh4ejj7_fPsyIzRK9CGrkZmZOcKqviEG8tqK2qvOBrnrq3AgZaa24Nu-6GTzz-Stl9I1R5oiMria3xXzG-m4rcq-y80YsfIm2em7HBNIaLjSB9opAnftT_A_9GxnrvACOMa3dL0qXkutIWxprdd_BeXss7uYMG4IcHtRdOhasW_7C/s774/JELLYPARKCutdownWatermark100bb.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="774" height="76" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXu1URLQDpFi2xh4ejj7_fPsyIzRK9CGrkZmZOcKqviEG8tqK2qvOBrnrq3AgZaa24Nu-6GTzz-Stl9I1R5oiMria3xXzG-m4rcq-y80YsfIm2em7HBNIaLjSB9opAnftT_A_9GxnrvACOMa3dL0qXkutIWxprdd_BeXss7uYMG4IcHtRdOhasW_7C/s320/JELLYPARKCutdownWatermark100bb.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own. Be sure to check out Whimsy's amazing <a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a> Sale!)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://colorthrowdown.blogspot.com/2024/02/color-throwdown-challenge-781.html" target="_blank">Colour Throwdown Challenge</a>: #781 ~ Peach, Yellow and Green (My card isn't a perfect match, but I think it's pretty close! The yellow shows in the iridescence of the sentiment, hope it's okay to enter xoxo)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiJS-4pk3pH2ngJIjMDtZ5R7CyLzUTEVA_j2LBsm4fektExrhXKmHFIpuLJz6vREiZeMMcvK-ZA4vc6qvhC-NxUxm7zpbyooSNRhSlk6ARILiodBTzrZYME5enH-0GquSuGy8DzkMVgViEfGhLIhp2kpIYso951Jc5xdaq7IuJdudhEke_Qdga-hrtnZ0/s400/781%20peach,%20yellow,%20green%20022124.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiJS-4pk3pH2ngJIjMDtZ5R7CyLzUTEVA_j2LBsm4fektExrhXKmHFIpuLJz6vREiZeMMcvK-ZA4vc6qvhC-NxUxm7zpbyooSNRhSlk6ARILiodBTzrZYME5enH-0GquSuGy8DzkMVgViEfGhLIhp2kpIYso951Jc5xdaq7IuJdudhEke_Qdga-hrtnZ0/w200-h200/781%20peach,%20yellow,%20green%20022124.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-27252873440615424242024-02-23T14:00:00.013+13:002024-02-24T19:38:25.894+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Floral Stairway Thank You Card<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back with a really pretty watercoloured card I whipped up yesterday. My energy is returning and I'm feeling so much better, so I had a little play with some Distress Crayons. I've never used them before but had picked up a couple of sets with the intent of eventually having a play and yesterday I just felt like trying something different. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXh2VRCNDbqqlgRmuTlH04W9T3S6VEGereT4zdZ8lVvgmrxQbs-mxDaAN7at9raJsoWeEr3qzptbrot_Rc3cEhbl4_3eGXO3o6ORGXlIqGf5sRnfFObUiCB6cEBhGXLHOtFeFfWBIdTHUjJjBcYMBYEN40ZQkVGYQAX0kzoxnm0bU9ESYiP-QjvIvhCf0/s1600/Wends_Floral%20Stairway_Thank%20You%20Word%20Die_Quilted%20Rainbow%20Inlaid%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXh2VRCNDbqqlgRmuTlH04W9T3S6VEGereT4zdZ8lVvgmrxQbs-mxDaAN7at9raJsoWeEr3qzptbrot_Rc3cEhbl4_3eGXO3o6ORGXlIqGf5sRnfFObUiCB6cEBhGXLHOtFeFfWBIdTHUjJjBcYMBYEN40ZQkVGYQAX0kzoxnm0bU9ESYiP-QjvIvhCf0/w640-h640/Wends_Floral%20Stairway_Thank%20You%20Word%20Die_Quilted%20Rainbow%20Inlaid%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I absolutely love how the panel turned out! I used Fabriano Bristol paper for the image panel and then did a watercolour wash over the image. I used crayons with a bit of sparkle in them, so the finish in good light is so pretty. The stairs have a gentle shimmer over them and the flowers have a lovely bit of shine and sparkle. Not glittery per say, but just a pretty shimmer.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn9R7ONjR13B6e2tJm1hgW5pEQotT0VEvTGBF7YBGQlalH-bi21AC6wzBrYlIzA-pYjhFw1DFzXiRjrwn7ILrXNREW4JDVt9q91BXwhka5R-ACuQSaFy6nZIugQJgUZBWb1ReiWfQhRxPmrKl5R3Sfat5j4bncdcrV1dFCxDKmBIQIDZPhpoquFlTj59Q/s1600/Wends_Floral%20Stairway%20Stamp.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn9R7ONjR13B6e2tJm1hgW5pEQotT0VEvTGBF7YBGQlalH-bi21AC6wzBrYlIzA-pYjhFw1DFzXiRjrwn7ILrXNREW4JDVt9q91BXwhka5R-ACuQSaFy6nZIugQJgUZBWb1ReiWfQhRxPmrKl5R3Sfat5j4bncdcrV1dFCxDKmBIQIDZPhpoquFlTj59Q/w640-h640/Wends_Floral%20Stairway%20Stamp.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a palette and some watercolour brushes with a waterwell built in to them. I scribbled a bit of each colour into the wells on the palette and then added a squeeze of water from the waterbrushes and coloured from there. The copper colour I used for the 'stone stairs' was from the Metallics set of Crayons, which I believe was one of the earlier sets in this medium. I'm happy to have them, now that I've worked out how pretty the effects can be using them!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_PfqqsSDKJwvO9amBQHKATvmjGHjyFVVOElW2LmAGYBlk4medKlWpE0PpwfmixhjdvVJ01aVb2OzbrNF60NGT8N1ohyS0GAoXcvnR0uB-MT58A2LgfmkeJaLOrsGHAIsRTGQvlvj05sCHiE2uUz4W1-a0Ma_f6kPZLvdCLb98g5eWZ2SUIlvV3A0fSJk/s1600/Wends_Thank%20You%20Word%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_PfqqsSDKJwvO9amBQHKATvmjGHjyFVVOElW2LmAGYBlk4medKlWpE0PpwfmixhjdvVJ01aVb2OzbrNF60NGT8N1ohyS0GAoXcvnR0uB-MT58A2LgfmkeJaLOrsGHAIsRTGQvlvj05sCHiE2uUz4W1-a0Ma_f6kPZLvdCLb98g5eWZ2SUIlvV3A0fSJk/w640-h640/Wends_Thank%20You%20Word%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a gorgeous 'Thank You' die from Whimsy to complete the card. I diecut it from two layers of craft cardstock and then the lovely champagne coloured glitter cardstock and layered them up together for dimension. I diecut the image panel with the same lovely scalloped die I used for my previous card. The die was still out on my desk and I thought it would be equally lovely on this card. I wrapped the card with some thin May Arts Jute twine and added a little tiny rosebud flower to complete the card. I just love the rustic simplicity of those finishes on this card.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Whimsy is having the most amazing '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' sale right now. There are oodles of fantastic stamp and die sets in this sale, paper sets too! Well worth a look if you're a Whimsy fan like me! You can click through on the banner above, the discounts are incredible and there are some wonderful sets in the sale! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Ffloral%2Dstairway%2Drubber%2Dcling%2Dstamp%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fpsq%3Dfloral%2Bstairwa%26%5Fss%3De%26%5Fv%3D1%2E0&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://pinkgemchallengeblog.blogspot.com/2024/02/wk-4-anything-goes-card-making-paper.html" target="_blank">Gem Of A Challenge</a>: Wk 4 ~ Anything Goes</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://kraftychickschallenge.blogspot.com/2024/02/krafty-chicks-challenge-704-all.html" target="_blank">Krafty Chicks Challenge</a>: #704 ~ All Ocassions</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-beautiful-blooms/" target="_blank">Simon Says Wednesday Challenge</a>: Beautiful Blooms</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://asyoulikeitchallenge.blogspot.com/2024/02/favourite-feminine-or-masculine-and-why.html" target="_blank">As You Like It</a>: Feminine or Masculine ~ I much prefer creating feminine cards, I love soft finishes and girlie embellishments. I don't mind making masculine cards, but greatly prefer feminine cards.</div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-31170245329520802162024-02-21T11:30:00.051+13:002024-03-17T14:50:28.766+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Dino-Might<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, my recovery from Covid is going well, I got a negative test back yesterday, so I'm now finally out of isolation. The good news is, the isolation seems to have worked well and neither my hubby or youngest son have come down with it, which is just as well as it's not been as 'mild' as some have experienced. I still have earache and a sore throat today, so I'm really hoping the negative test means I'm no longer a risk to the boys, because I've SO had enough of being in isolation! But apart from running very low on energy, I cannot complain too much and I'm through the other side now and grateful for that!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwQ_bjpGr4BobVgFXSr5xcSP9CIgTwe0h_sIor-C6vchXpmlMcFcCv00S77VX3vvzvOmvfBtq1zCqhOZxa3dUuRiW0pgIfsNPKZsishs5KQ40ULS91G2EsuDv0nm8uSZ1UvCSUfXZOauK3ZF6YDB1rmNLwvF7tyEgv7mH5uWSbLtIwAhFnCTeHY2V1-FY/s1600/Wends_Dino-Mighties_Kiss%20Off_Quilted%20Rainbow%20Inlaid%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwQ_bjpGr4BobVgFXSr5xcSP9CIgTwe0h_sIor-C6vchXpmlMcFcCv00S77VX3vvzvOmvfBtq1zCqhOZxa3dUuRiW0pgIfsNPKZsishs5KQ40ULS91G2EsuDv0nm8uSZ1UvCSUfXZOauK3ZF6YDB1rmNLwvF7tyEgv7mH5uWSbLtIwAhFnCTeHY2V1-FY/w640-h640/Wends_Dino-Mighties_Kiss%20Off_Quilted%20Rainbow%20Inlaid%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;">This card was made with the latest release before I fell sick. I had fun creating a soft inky background with some watercolour paper and distress inks. I just wanted a soft wash of colour in the background for interest, nothing that would take over too much and I love how it ended up. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAAtIf2K2mn1Ej_6rnQThj0VEVmzmYYnrnGF6tTtyFyaynSX6voi_hjvNWIReM7_luFdY-NiuDnTQO8O3vXuuiFU4ywCI_7ktMMt1lvn0llqYC2xi61Nc7Y7O78TtjJ2uL02rimNFLE_DawC8HlDxTaGI9r4qVXDRz78oU6aqw1yGxDfQHmjWubKH2dWY/s1600/Wends_Inky%20Fun.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAAtIf2K2mn1Ej_6rnQThj0VEVmzmYYnrnGF6tTtyFyaynSX6voi_hjvNWIReM7_luFdY-NiuDnTQO8O3vXuuiFU4ywCI_7ktMMt1lvn0llqYC2xi61Nc7Y7O78TtjJ2uL02rimNFLE_DawC8HlDxTaGI9r4qVXDRz78oU6aqw1yGxDfQHmjWubKH2dWY/w640-h640/Wends_Inky%20Fun.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I stamped the cute image once the background was dry in Gina K Amalgam ink as I wasn't sure at this stage, which medium I wanted to use. I had some old watercolour tubes which were handed down to me when my eldest was having a clear up. I ended up binning them after this as most had turned rock solid in the tubes, they'd been a gift and were not great quality paints, so it wasn't hard to let them go. I'm still trying to find my Gansai Tambi since I last used them. They're either still in a packing box or I've put them somewhere 'safe', which is code for 'I've forgotten where I put them!' </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX16oY27U_CbTte4Gv7-tuMPFpk10kOuFEq4TdyVUqexq61hr7ESo8twxNZEGz719BJmNT1z5LFKFTpaXEJBBFUgaDcVsB36iW69p2lqsReiQB4nSU3N2_DC4lEMONprlDqa2SdG4CcdqYr844FLrYrPBZqMQiOiCzXSHPqHQ-dMz942eDx2y8kilfVuA/s1600/Wends_Shiny%20Details.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX16oY27U_CbTte4Gv7-tuMPFpk10kOuFEq4TdyVUqexq61hr7ESo8twxNZEGz719BJmNT1z5LFKFTpaXEJBBFUgaDcVsB36iW69p2lqsReiQB4nSU3N2_DC4lEMONprlDqa2SdG4CcdqYr844FLrYrPBZqMQiOiCzXSHPqHQ-dMz942eDx2y8kilfVuA/w640-h640/Wends_Shiny%20Details.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I added some detail to the image with some metallic pens I have in my stash and some glitter pen to the cherries to add a little highlight, sparkle and interest. I then stamped a fun greeting on this card which is from the 'Kiss Off' stamp set and I used a dark Pinecone ink for this to hint at that chocolatey goodness. I used a scalloped border from a fun coverplate set in my stash. This is a cool set but fabulous that the two elements are seperate from each other, so it's possible to use the scallop alone, Whimsy always thinks those sorts of things through so well. I mounted the image panel on foam and added it to an A2 panel of Concord and 9th Nutmeg cardstock then onto a landscape fold A2 white cardbase.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Ffebruary%2D2024&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPNFcS3C-vvGhltqOuh_WchJibaPHAqyqbkZtnS9QeDSWNGnYFL2dFXrAlEnCti-2lE-ClF-b0E_lHnMp0_VZj1fpsMKH-NbG95VxA7Dy4n0lbXE9O79hdalJ7D9IoFqADOB9YW5dnoudNC4798a5DcYnM1m40cIZrl0OM6XNyJaqz1ThylwDI6SXrxw/w640-h640/Whimsy%20Feb%20Release.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The Whimsy Team have put together a gorgeous collection of makes to showcase this latest release, here are a few of them above and I'll be back soon with another make before the end of the month. I'm still catching my breath and pacing myself post Covid, so will see what the creative energy brings, if I have any! Until then, I send you wishes for a wonderful week. Unbuggy hugs to you all, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkYQU6ENGeHxRzcpXPk7sapO0mBfgrRtUFUz2DD0z_gTS7e6Ik4ESzurxC1mzxtlCoYj38vROXn7rS_GTChtNJ9cHw2l_vrCNu18s39uV0u6tVPM2oMK6pHeG34I6EOltmQzVnSd53z7DvRE_M8ynpM_2zBPOh-GmuG3sr50GQOsfT14j5A-pqHfM10s/s320/Whimsy%20Last%20Chance%20Sale.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">P.S. If you haven't checked out the amazing sale going on over at Whimsy, click through on the banner above, the discounts are incredible and there are some AMAZING sets in the sale! There are a huge number of sets retiring, so this is the '<a href="http://shrsl.com/4fca1" target="_blank">LAST CHANCE</a>' to grab them xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Ffebruary%2D2024%2Fproducts%2Fdino%2Dmighties%2Dclear%2Dstamps&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/2024/02/challenge-255-cas.html" target="_blank">Creative Moments</a>: #255 ~ CAS</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/02/cupcake-inspiration-challenge-588.html" target="_blank">Cupcake Inspirations</a>: #588 ~ Dinosaur Challenge</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAE9wxMus_o5T_Qp0HLs8q0FP7u5iSFir02qGMZhbXgAokRB2O5zCsr08iJaX_v8WkKAxH5cIbGP3ZuP5fOW-0IGOMvQ5spqtMm9opvnLAddJ4g0Ai9g79kCEgGbj7NUy1XVYkbhEs3nLSLOGYZ7wNWP0hDGtWvIYxlcf2FvZgYklGm5WNTIUlHpvFQJg/s384/CIC%20588%20Dinosaurs%20February%2026.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="384" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAE9wxMus_o5T_Qp0HLs8q0FP7u5iSFir02qGMZhbXgAokRB2O5zCsr08iJaX_v8WkKAxH5cIbGP3ZuP5fOW-0IGOMvQ5spqtMm9opvnLAddJ4g0Ai9g79kCEgGbj7NUy1XVYkbhEs3nLSLOGYZ7wNWP0hDGtWvIYxlcf2FvZgYklGm5WNTIUlHpvFQJg/w200-h200/CIC%20588%20Dinosaurs%20February%2026.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>UPDATE: </b>My dinosaur card was featured in the 'Sweet Pic' category at Cupcake Inspirations. Thank you so much Revati for your kind vote xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://cupcakeinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/03/cupcake-inspirations-challenge-588.html" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="384" data-original-width="384" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSikMKTmnL5r4FLlG1URcfNjTgUFdpGWBCutnU1eaBc5o7jivn0NsgYhLNse4PlMw0lfiSbVg7pXNOT0mDFJvMO_z6DMFmyIyhLhXDt_HjWRsHdspEmXCfJRP3qBZ-9aHcK1JNaoOGl3qShVBMqJJ_qp4akGzAnLP64wMFl2-umpTYPG4vbdTwtStLbBA/w200-h200/2024%20Sweet%20Pick%20Winner%20Badge.png" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-67510939434546477782024-02-17T22:00:00.003+13:002024-02-24T12:59:11.432+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Ancient and Awesome<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey friends, I shared that I have Covid right now, but didn't share that my mumma also does! We were at a family party last weekend which seems the logical infection point. Such a shame as the party, in fact parties, for two little family members were fabulous! So not a fun outcome from that happy day. But at least we can chat and commiserate together about our symptoms. I had an interesting conversation with Mum who was worried about the 'older generation' being at greater risk of complications during Covid. Thing is, my mumma is amazing and still going strong at 81! She's out there doing her Tai Chi classes and rocking her senior years, she might be what some would classify as 'ancient', but in her own words, still feels like a 'Spring Chicken' most of the time. Honestly, with what she achieves in a week, she runs rings round most of us! So this card is for her, to bring a smile during her poorly days and remind her, she might feel a little ancient right now while she's poorly, but she's still awesome!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKEG-XANQ8oGdlFglAmIOJ48fOBHz5xvhU_2t1MKbLPLmZTnozfjViusCQflV2PTf8KGNapWguQXxmbEXmiTilTNCfg3YXRJWyq8FzOoTrRW6Zr1tAXllqsxJEh_-POJjW6X7g3JfhRo1RKtvZbhBbbKM7mxocQcaquM1ZzfP8o9H-CVYD9hBzqTJknuM/s1600/Wends_Dontcha%20Know%20Clear%20Stamps_Dino%20Mighties_Harlequin%20Stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKEG-XANQ8oGdlFglAmIOJ48fOBHz5xvhU_2t1MKbLPLmZTnozfjViusCQflV2PTf8KGNapWguQXxmbEXmiTilTNCfg3YXRJWyq8FzOoTrRW6Zr1tAXllqsxJEh_-POJjW6X7g3JfhRo1RKtvZbhBbbKM7mxocQcaquM1ZzfP8o9H-CVYD9hBzqTJknuM/w640-h640/Wends_Dontcha%20Know%20Clear%20Stamps_Dino%20Mighties_Harlequin%20Stencil.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a very cool harlequin stencil to create the interest behind the image, ink blending some Distress Oxide ink in I think Peacock Feathers. (I'll double check once I'm out of isolation). I used this fabulous image from the last release, colouring it with Prismacolor Pencils and Gamsol as I wanted to use kraft for the card base. I'd not tried to colour with pencils on kraft before. It was fun! A very simple and quick design. I did have to mask the image to do the ink blending, which was the only time consuming bit as this set doesn't have Whimsy's fabulous <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fwhimsy%2Dnofuss%2Dmasks&afftrack=" target="_blank">NoFuss Masks</a> for it. I'm so loving the sets that do! Makes things so easy peasy! The good news is, for the sets that don't have masks, Whimsy now sells their fabulous masking paper as blanks, so you can cut your own. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Ffebruary%2D2024&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPNFcS3C-vvGhltqOuh_WchJibaPHAqyqbkZtnS9QeDSWNGnYFL2dFXrAlEnCti-2lE-ClF-b0E_lHnMp0_VZj1fpsMKH-NbG95VxA7Dy4n0lbXE9O79hdalJ7D9IoFqADOB9YW5dnoudNC4798a5DcYnM1m40cIZrl0OM6XNyJaqz1ThylwDI6SXrxw/w640-h640/Whimsy%20Feb%20Release.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The Whimsy Team have put together a gorgeous collection of makes to showcase this latest release, here are a few of them above and I'll be back soon with another one I've made with the cutest stamp set very soon. Until then, I send you wishes for a wonderful week. Unbuggy hugs to you all, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fjanuary%2D2024%2Fproducts%2Fdontcha%2Dknow%2Dclear%2Dstamps&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg53f20JbRk78MH3i_KxolN2IKSU1_7ynikFTVl5FvVU-qgou9sguCd1QvcM_oFKp3sr1889FV3HYIfYIU4lFtncZtZzgZndVKQR1wHHNtd_JdIwl2cjzFWXF3uVgUOHKAybLo__vl-hutAinygyfn4RkE3yFqC9lvsrahDD4CHqOzpi1tVP22QlI2Samc/s320/Dontcha%20Know-display.jpg" width="213" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Ffebruary%2D2024%2Fproducts%2Fdino%2Dmighties%2Dclear%2Dstamps&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://carabbiemomentsofcraft.blogspot.com/2024/02/challenge-255-cas.html" target="_blank">Creative Moments</a>: #255 ~ CAS</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://cinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/02/february-challenge-for-someone-you-love.html" target="_blank">Creative Inspirations Challenges</a>: Feb ~ For Someone You Love</div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-32006362004476254562024-02-15T22:00:00.101+13:002024-02-24T13:10:26.711+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Love for a Friend<div style="text-align: justify;">Hello crafty friends, I'm popping in with a card I've made for a crafty friend who's going through some tough stuff right now. I wanted to send them a little love and support and a reminder to take the time they need to focus on themself and to heal and recover. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoyDQ7WTDW_KSmXHzIfJun5eBxHpwgAFg_v38giAJLJu4CXggr4hshpo20ci9bkW1oiTl-w-Ksu2wpLtZY014-ivAIO2N0fQBeCu86ZnBlB9LNBW2JWItB2DCJ7zckRt4Y7aO7TYqIaadBhFbsp8PZXu5QuzdT7k7fbJnThnO8JV2eG4J2KFy0YyWq1MA/s1600/Wends_Love%20Heart%20Die_Calico%20Paper_Quick%20Strips%20Die_Bunny%20Balloons%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoyDQ7WTDW_KSmXHzIfJun5eBxHpwgAFg_v38giAJLJu4CXggr4hshpo20ci9bkW1oiTl-w-Ksu2wpLtZY014-ivAIO2N0fQBeCu86ZnBlB9LNBW2JWItB2DCJ7zckRt4Y7aO7TYqIaadBhFbsp8PZXu5QuzdT7k7fbJnThnO8JV2eG4J2KFy0YyWq1MA/w640-h640/Wends_Love%20Heart%20Die_Calico%20Paper_Quick%20Strips%20Die_Bunny%20Balloons%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The sentiment I've used with the heart is a cute but curly font, so not super easy to read in the pics. It says, 'Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is just relax'. A gentle message for a friend who is used to taking care of everyone else, to slow down and take time for her own healing journey.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW2phOkPmtSBk2uK0mljHGw8qK1v3eanWIaB4h0rU6cK6mjC4ltbxofSxDf7V3sYrDm7YhTTGwaFaDGwT-FJAzBlgC-En33OTeYiPvtoxPD8kTUAs8MlQ4EQnLYOGiicSceSohiJD1rh7ApFu1aDlqqtOcpr_t8YYH5v7KMVteWDXFuRhfI_RJD9cNW6w/s1600/Wends_Shiny%20Heart.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW2phOkPmtSBk2uK0mljHGw8qK1v3eanWIaB4h0rU6cK6mjC4ltbxofSxDf7V3sYrDm7YhTTGwaFaDGwT-FJAzBlgC-En33OTeYiPvtoxPD8kTUAs8MlQ4EQnLYOGiicSceSohiJD1rh7ApFu1aDlqqtOcpr_t8YYH5v7KMVteWDXFuRhfI_RJD9cNW6w/w640-h640/Wends_Shiny%20Heart.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I used a gorgeous heart die from Whimsy, which I've layered up several times for dimension and topped with a lovely shimmery top layer in red cardstock. The other layers were also red cardstock, but not shimmery. This is a beautiful cardstock which I'm running out of and was one I picked up at the Ally Pally Craft Fair back in my London Days, so I'm sad to be running out of it. Still a little left though. The gorgeous patterned paper is from Whimsy's Calico Paper Pack. This set has lots of gorgeous ditsy florals in it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEieJVOD4YdJAzqqYCNqohthgMDccs8Gxg1Fzxmq6CBgMKeNVM146C9ccbBjs_ySGFVv7y8KQYQITsCRdmcFVNZb1nBIhmo8yJTtm1Llmp647A2iO69y_JZkGWIA8HswtiL7qSHnbFnARYMUy4pQWIPjUxmRx3wLBwrKyBC6aDydC_t9WLvw1vQtoNpjz08" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEieJVOD4YdJAzqqYCNqohthgMDccs8Gxg1Fzxmq6CBgMKeNVM146C9ccbBjs_ySGFVv7y8KQYQITsCRdmcFVNZb1nBIhmo8yJTtm1Llmp647A2iO69y_JZkGWIA8HswtiL7qSHnbFnARYMUy4pQWIPjUxmRx3wLBwrKyBC6aDydC_t9WLvw1vQtoNpjz08=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I decorated the inside of the card as well, because I couldn't fit all I wanted to say to this lovely pal on the cover! I pulled a gorgeous older stamp set from my stash, which was until recently in our retiring section at Whimsy, but has now sadly sold out. There are a few other sets featuring these sweet bunnies which I also adore, so if you like these sweet images, be sure to visit the <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Flast%2Dchance%3Ffilter%2Ev%2Eavailability%3D1&afftrack=" target="_blank">Retiring Section</a> of the <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2F&afftrack=" target="_blank">Whimsy Store</a>.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Ffebruary%2D2024&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvPNFcS3C-vvGhltqOuh_WchJibaPHAqyqbkZtnS9QeDSWNGnYFL2dFXrAlEnCti-2lE-ClF-b0E_lHnMp0_VZj1fpsMKH-NbG95VxA7Dy4n0lbXE9O79hdalJ7D9IoFqADOB9YW5dnoudNC4798a5DcYnM1m40cIZrl0OM6XNyJaqz1ThylwDI6SXrxw/w640-h640/Whimsy%20Feb%20Release.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The Whimsy Team have put together a gorgeous collection of makes to showcase the latest release, here are a few of them above and I'll be back soon with one I've made with the latest release. Until then, I send you wishes for a wonderful week. I'm in isolation having come down with Covid on Valentine's Day! Which is no fun, but I'm hanging in there. Unbuggy hugs to you all, Wends xoxo</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fnew%2Dlove%2Dheart%2Ddie%3F%5Fpos%3D11%26%5Fsid%3D192f3c740%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">NB: The sweet stamp set I used for the inside of the card, has now retired from the Whimsy Store, as has the die set I used to cut the square shape of the card. There is a huge retiring sale going on right now at Whimsy, so do check if your favourites are in there, the discounts are fantastic! I have linked the retired items to the UK reseller Dies to Die For, who still have these in stock. Other local resellers may too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fpam%2Dpmt036%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOo0ity8cEdPLDK95l04fBVVEqqWi1DS9KR_L7ZKtTLYdsILfu1zlQjSJShosiT90ipfrnJ1qW2HcaHDn5JA2kp45jCMJGlLeEauVmRugUZgXBarKtNr9cmul_Iy-vl3jaRMc870dP5abbdGw8Uig1h7-4PuiKYK59nCs9i9n_IPM-cBFC8mQdLexK/w320-h320/Pink%20and%20Main_Magic%20Anti-Static%20Brush.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fts%2Dvm%2D000%2D001%2Ehtml%3Fw%3Dversamark%2Bink&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0D5ABTfklxtyH6EXFkUhrWIEPIMUQa8s2AOwWHY5MZ0YJsFJTrbGOHdxnNusKzOuPjwEH8Go38CcSkuEDV71M2D8xaxKD0OyJgRwK8Hz2K2lFN3jgGN3lnIOo9PWdvR0Fx0RNhoKKes/w200-h200/Versamark+Ink.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fbmp%2Dbru2487%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="730" data-original-width="730" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsi7KM7s83VpSSH0nNsSFt-ANWpNKZ59DHPYvCtZ6O1SFjeNjDB6OhjBqmueRTMXRGchiKH_yjxO9uk98qvjNM3CZ1AF4hUQSIhGCjGFS0s5b0akZlqrrsUC_JQ_UgHse5AFKi6BJZo33WvCazYa8vpP_Q8XV6dHvtFsgHI3T39rroc6_xFNhawSf8/w200-h200/BrutusMonroe_GildedEmbossingPowder.png" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fnm%2D159723%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="580" data-original-width="580" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJSn1EMaw50h5SKKHcEeNcLRNu4fxhhGVHkTCPREpoA_XF4uPgglG7i6JFWeD6Eq5wNbU8unR6JgOAVv8qOy_MCFKQg0Sx7FDxJYSnSQ94qVf0vgWtG36tZ-IXM-_hTPmNPRQJOVvkJiD88xPT6CEiP9of9-_eEoEyJbtTsrcQf137v4S5QPMgG_IRhwo/s320/SBC_Art%20Glitter_Designer%20Dries%20Clear%20Adhesive_2%20Oz.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fgk%2Dminibot%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIlL5WarA-ZdXgApnVcI5OzBwIvX1ncNKSz7OUv7srlexrsrVYHAOxIl0T60UyY_18_oogtGOPABlAmw4Alz6i9Zndj2bbFAwJABortb5wW1cbvIXkgTgcks05H1kScrNGpD2wCf9jCsOggSsb40gfy6VIWvLJB95P_WV8IJ7qOetMhP1mEiF4AQXWkS4/s320/SBC_Gina%20K%20Designs_Storage_Fine%20Tip%20Bottles_3%20Pack.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fmsp%2D60021%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="688" data-original-width="996" height="276" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTgvArgg0W1lgTA_4rWkZmAftqGGymW436urFsp2sd8sBpcIrYBBgSuv7hDWSRB89cujSZQ1n-ha-DNsWGkcXHIkVs-8AUM_laGlLUhSngbIOA5-0IsLeBVr9CupgEEOB2_QZ2tSWaPoFxzIPtZsFWdYTY9t43ZRbyWJeGuGUIWA-XPaiow9Dn2_n5ZXA/w400-h276/Misti%20Image%20for%20Blogposts.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://thesisterhoodofcrafters.blogspot.com/2024/02/february-14-2024-love.html" target="_blank">Sisterhood of Crafters</a>: Feb ~ LOVE</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2024/02/challenge-252-add-heart.html" style="text-align: left;" target="_blank">Crafty Gals Corner</a><span style="text-align: left;">: #252 ~ Add A Heart</span></div></div><a href="https://movingalongwiththetimes.blogspot.com/2024/02/feb-challenge-163-love-hearts.html" target="_blank">Moving Along With The Times</a>: #163 ~ Love Hearts<div><a href="https://cinspirations.blogspot.com/2024/02/february-challenge-for-someone-you-love.html" style="text-align: justify;" target="_blank">Creative Inspirations Challenges</a><span style="text-align: justify;">: Feb ~ For Someone You Love</span></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-38141195620707805242024-02-06T18:00:00.002+13:002024-02-24T12:46:56.532+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Bless Yer Heart<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey friends, I'm popping in with a cute card that I made with a gorgeous Valentine's Day or Anti-Valentine's Day Stamp Set from Whimsy as the case may be. This set has a few cheeky sentiments that can be used to create a tongue in cheek card for a friend who might not enjoy Valentine's Day. But I have used some of the cute images to make a thank you card for a friend after a kindness shown. I know the diecut sentiment can be said tongue in cheek too, but I actually mean it genuinely, as a thank you to this friend for their thoughtfulness.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLap-A4zM4jubwdyHCUButeoz1d8cltkV3RO3fpOM3ZrYfxws3F_D3XLBrcUu8YOqDMtBFSWCvtHxMUHfvo-YOlJSQ-CNUrz2oewhW6wDNwaSUj20eZJ5n-urvhw6Br6t_B0y7Wog8-t5Z0Yjq7RmWOu_mixlArhtqT6jWYcN3IrfDYKhNUoTyYLX5rkY/s1600/Wends_Valentine%20Schmalentine%20Stamps_Bless%20Yer%20Heart%20Dies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLap-A4zM4jubwdyHCUButeoz1d8cltkV3RO3fpOM3ZrYfxws3F_D3XLBrcUu8YOqDMtBFSWCvtHxMUHfvo-YOlJSQ-CNUrz2oewhW6wDNwaSUj20eZJ5n-urvhw6Br6t_B0y7Wog8-t5Z0Yjq7RmWOu_mixlArhtqT6jWYcN3IrfDYKhNUoTyYLX5rkY/w640-h640/Wends_Valentine%20Schmalentine%20Stamps_Bless%20Yer%20Heart%20Dies.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I stamped the background for this card with a small acrylic block and two inks. I used Lumberjack Plaid Oxide Ink for the red and VersaFine Clair Nocturne for the black. I just stamped randomly all over the background and then trimmed the height of the panel down from the A2 size I stamped on, to allow a little red strip to show top and bottom when mounted on the red card base. I diecut the sentiment from red cardstock three times and glued them together for a bit of dimension and interest. I glued the stacked sentiment directly to the inked panel and that was the card done. Very CAS but I think lovely and full of gratitude and love.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w400-h400/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Thanks for popping in to visit today. I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure and I can't wait to share it! I made it with one of the images from the latest release, but didn't realise until I was done, that I'd used sentiments from the February release, which won't go live until the 15th, so I've had to sit on my hands and not share that quite yet. Wishing you a fabulous and creative week. Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fkiss%2Doff%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D13%26%5Fsid%3D224cbd3de%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="551" data-original-width="317" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtfiVanpJv56uAOFwUS-2L_bmhgjOBgaB9b2YpM4mVtxc2FQK1x_w97MmXJ3PzwlXYZbIyG5dqFUHqQOVWfaLVkik78SZ_UoYtUAPqgFJ9Y8M655fDDAnBYJd6G5UgCS_OpjnAVOWLyU5zNy8T6S1BvfFUmjy8k0dfGgplxptgRUxUycJWV4O_3eVy-1A/s320/Kiss%20Off%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="184" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><a href="https://audsentimentschallengeblog.blogspot.com/2024/02/challenge-310-use-dies-andor.html" target="_blank">Aud Sentiments</a>: #310 ~ Use Dies + Love + Sentiment (My sentiment is a die and this is love themed for a friend)</div></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-30091407470437566412024-02-02T22:00:00.023+13:002024-02-06T00:10:12.667+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ This Girl Is On Fire!<div style="text-align: left;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back with a fun tongue-in-cheek creation today. I hope those of you who resonate with this get a good giggle from it! I've shared this already as a reel over on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2zbx1qy-h0/" target="_blank">IG page</a>, which if you're able to pop over, will give you better look at the love sparkly elements. They never show well for me in stills, so that's the best place to see those. Watch the reel with the sound on for the best effect! </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHmhdW3w4G29lrC6iMJmdlNYo4DPRGvP84b71Mms7iBx2gmLzaNI9mphtN8x3lBfoqstj3b653C7ps5-ArI-uTrRrwXjF2zTrE26Nr5y4H-SOnTTN5fJC5RVledLNEmvl-NgV63AxQpO2PrLp_hLY30PbHU_98HBNmjcQRzDqa0dPdA_a4RujvBo4JYGw/s1600/Wends_Menopause%20Stamps_OMG%20Word%20Die_Teardrop%20Splash%20Stencil_Treasure%20Map%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHmhdW3w4G29lrC6iMJmdlNYo4DPRGvP84b71Mms7iBx2gmLzaNI9mphtN8x3lBfoqstj3b653C7ps5-ArI-uTrRrwXjF2zTrE26Nr5y4H-SOnTTN5fJC5RVledLNEmvl-NgV63AxQpO2PrLp_hLY30PbHU_98HBNmjcQRzDqa0dPdA_a4RujvBo4JYGw/w640-h640/Wends_Menopause%20Stamps_OMG%20Word%20Die_Teardrop%20Splash%20Stencil_Treasure%20Map%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I started this design by dry embossing the background with Whimsy Stamps Teardrop Splash Stencil. Once the dry embossing was done, I rubbed over the stencil with Lumberjack Plaid Oxide Ink and then added some Carved Pumpkin to make a fiery inferno. Once dry, I splattered the panel with some gold liquid watercolour. The sparkle is captured better in the reel I did, but you can see a peek of it in the image below too.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL5IfLOwyC6YX95HF0-fnBcZbl5hySmHnUM_Gd9Yt5epcxwM4rJQMOrTpT8DXAVmi9wHeTRnTbTNf5b9Y6gKlxB8Gg4Ihxn7PALgrcSTa5mSoDkpdGweqzUYq2qLu9JJHMEAfGhwHDVAqR_zCoPDHcQVyZpWgmp5YjcMwvEw7x6D8FXWspa04Il31v7K4/s1600/Wends_Hot%20Flash.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL5IfLOwyC6YX95HF0-fnBcZbl5hySmHnUM_Gd9Yt5epcxwM4rJQMOrTpT8DXAVmi9wHeTRnTbTNf5b9Y6gKlxB8Gg4Ihxn7PALgrcSTa5mSoDkpdGweqzUYq2qLu9JJHMEAfGhwHDVAqR_zCoPDHcQVyZpWgmp5YjcMwvEw7x6D8FXWspa04Il31v7K4/w640-h640/Wends_Hot%20Flash.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a new to me liquid watercolour for the splatter from Brutus Monroe from their Metallic Aqua Pigment range called Gilded. I splattered it fast and messy to add to the chaotic 'on fire' feel of the card. You may recall I used a smaller version of this range on a <a href="https://craftykiwimama.blogspot.com/2023/11/whimsy-stamps-peaceful-poinsettia.html" target="_blank">previous make</a>, but I didn't like the short brush applicator, it lacked 'oomph' for spreading the colour, so I was glad to upgrade to this larger bottle with the dropper. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqGjKoc_ZCJIqCcfPjYjaUzhtxz4UZ48t32cMudgAX6t5WZhpxs5UnDbwiR1mRics8EnBt3ZED5G9p-tPE2wjMr-oyFpHnPJTDmgCRpkdTp3RfkvuN-giXXYepOJpYnVwwND9sGtA7x1IzhFSJFzEXQjCb89QCydsuRRylCvLBU_yCOJ9FTRNM0PXAZ7M/s1600/Wends_OMGee.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqGjKoc_ZCJIqCcfPjYjaUzhtxz4UZ48t32cMudgAX6t5WZhpxs5UnDbwiR1mRics8EnBt3ZED5G9p-tPE2wjMr-oyFpHnPJTDmgCRpkdTp3RfkvuN-giXXYepOJpYnVwwND9sGtA7x1IzhFSJFzEXQjCb89QCydsuRRylCvLBU_yCOJ9FTRNM0PXAZ7M/w640-h640/Wends_OMGee.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I coloured the image with Copic Markers and chose very ruddy skin tones to give that flushed appearance. I went for cool blues for her clothes and a white shirt to contrast with all the wild warm colour around her. I added some sparkle to the headband with a new sparkle pen in blue from Scrapbook.com and used a clear sparkle pen for the sweat bead on her face. This was such a fun card to put together and it did make me giggle. The OMG word die, I used 3 Copic Markers to create the colour gradient, E08, YR04 and Y35. The cardstock was a lighter brighter yellow, so I used the Y35 on the sentiment strip too, to deepen and warm the yellow. I used a fun die to cut the jagged edge on the panel, it's the Whimsy Treasure Map Die Set.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w640-h640/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">If you missed this change at Whimsy, let me share that they are doing one larger release mid month now on the 15th, with a smaller release earlier in the month. They've just released the cutest Gnome themed Quick Card panels, well worth a look. You can click through to the store on the beautiful examples banner above. My teamies are so talented! These example cards are gorgeous! <span style="text-align: left;">Thanks for popping in to visit today, I hope you enjoyed this card and poor old frazzled gal. I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure, until then have a beautiful week and I hope it's full of creativity! 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-71907153923383145432024-01-25T18:18:00.006+13:002024-01-25T23:40:58.900+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Goodbye Sweet Twm<div style="text-align: justify;">Hello friends, I'm back with another card featuring that beautiful stamp set from Whimsy Stamps called Love Has Four Paws. I have a darling friend in the UK who recently lost her sweet Welsh Sealyham Terrier. He was such a cute pup and so mischievous. This friend got her first pup after we left the UK and then another soon after, which was her sweet Twm. He had a few problems and had been poorly on and off since he was small. But I don't think anyone expected him to go quite as early as he did. So he will be greatly missed. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGtiqCEFC_cinIA77viWqKuxUed9BDZ3yXh15ptOFtLMSFkHXtlIU4rx9UecUEdhDsaZlQpSuYAT2SUqKkAJsvPQw67P9dcDvtqjYicCsG9yinU6yYBFjopfQorg_O-4BX6C0hmuVYLciCJrSZP4KI7KYuviRWaL39emIGl0TF9DWmEM9Un7gjPDQbhcE/s1573/Wends_Twm_Love%20Has%20Four%20Paws%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1573" data-original-width="1573" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGtiqCEFC_cinIA77viWqKuxUed9BDZ3yXh15ptOFtLMSFkHXtlIU4rx9UecUEdhDsaZlQpSuYAT2SUqKkAJsvPQw67P9dcDvtqjYicCsG9yinU6yYBFjopfQorg_O-4BX6C0hmuVYLciCJrSZP4KI7KYuviRWaL39emIGl0TF9DWmEM9Un7gjPDQbhcE/w640-h640/Wends_Twm_Love%20Has%20Four%20Paws%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I saw this fabulous stamp set from Whimsy and knew immediately that this was the set to make a special card in remembrance of her sweet Twm. For those who are not familiar, Twm is the Welsh spelling of the name Tom, which means 'Gift From God' and I think this meaning would resonate for my lovely Welsh friend. His life was short, but he was a gift. <span style="text-align: left;">I had kept the front of the card very simple and sombre, using brown inks to create the scene. Little pawprints making their way towards the rainbow bridge in the background and that lovely image which looks so like Twm centre-stage. I inked the edges of the card and added a little splatter in white to break up the very monochrome scene. I used some organza ribbon to create some interest behind the image panel which I'd cut into a Notched Rectangle with a fabulous Whimsy die set.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMEWktGgNBH-u_cYrXDpBQAeSHmmc_KJ7mBGM_VcpEUWmv7rQ2ltBtpbd86Tzzh1XYgQnSeuIxV9Z_-AMNYc2hX7ah7_XYtJkSi4ElJqB-un7Ed95J72iP-e0mSVwS-g8fpXIfPrN8QDXW25E787BwzlKndm0dWsi7FFkFcBDw2DmAUkfxdRQjhxtZM34/s1600/Wends_Paws%20to%20Remember%20Stamps_Paws%20and%20Bones%20Border%20Dies_Card%20Inside.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMEWktGgNBH-u_cYrXDpBQAeSHmmc_KJ7mBGM_VcpEUWmv7rQ2ltBtpbd86Tzzh1XYgQnSeuIxV9Z_-AMNYc2hX7ah7_XYtJkSi4ElJqB-un7Ed95J72iP-e0mSVwS-g8fpXIfPrN8QDXW25E787BwzlKndm0dWsi7FFkFcBDw2DmAUkfxdRQjhxtZM34/w640-h640/Wends_Paws%20to%20Remember%20Stamps_Paws%20and%20Bones%20Border%20Dies_Card%20Inside.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I decorated the inside of the card too, as I wanted to add a sentiment, but didn't want to add it to the front of the card. I used the lovely sentiment from the Paws To Remember Stamp Set from Whimsy, as I just feel this is so heartfelt and lovely for someone who has lost a beloved pet. Whimsy has several amazing stamp sets perfect for pet loss. I added a little interest to the bottom of the inside panel by diecutting it with the Paws and Bones Border Die Set from Whimsy. A little touch to bring it all together. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w400-h400/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">This year, Whimsy will be bringing their releases back together into one main release mid-month which will launch on the 15th of each month, with some smaller releases possibly earlier each month. Thanks for popping in to visit today friends, I hope you liked this creation and I hope my lovely friend who it's intended for will feel loved and supported when she receives it. I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure. Have a beautiful week! Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Flove%2Dhas%2Dfour%2Dpaws%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D80%26%5Fsid%3Ddb2d0b6c1%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="979" data-original-width="564" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD7kbeYtqxN9UjGFxm0tUyQNUtmtd2t9ARQMnkftgJaVZY4VTe8HDWudTupR00EJeIXdCQnCn7VYOOURDJHwCW74xQMBE3NUqN0oQIL5EBoMxM8C2PaheHT0aUCUTalFKeTMzp0gChlcRqzYPwEZOasZf54vx60QM-4kq31pB9SjrljTXxlt_nZ2_IhSc/s320/Love%20Has%20Four%20Paws%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="184" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fpaws%2Dto%2Dremember%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D24%26%5Fsid%3Dd3586b795%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="688" data-original-width="996" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTgvArgg0W1lgTA_4rWkZmAftqGGymW436urFsp2sd8sBpcIrYBBgSuv7hDWSRB89cujSZQ1n-ha-DNsWGkcXHIkVs-8AUM_laGlLUhSngbIOA5-0IsLeBVr9CupgEEOB2_QZ2tSWaPoFxzIPtZsFWdYTY9t43ZRbyWJeGuGUIWA-XPaiow9Dn2_n5ZXA/s320/Misti%20Image%20for%20Blogposts.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-29634863497994355052024-01-22T15:23:00.004+13:002024-01-25T17:39:58.367+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Goodbye Sweet Kitty<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey friends, I have a sweet card to share with you today, that I made for a crafty friend who lost her beautiful feline friend just before Christmas. She's had a bit of a rough time around that, so I wanted to send some snail mail love and support.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0pSk4vZu2Mb-AiMDd6RWSdkky90OfYjx2ZgW7vLuhwi4fAlUDETn1uvbON9t3wCvSVXSzK62WGa7BHcuBhkxqrxCwagaWPPXMjZbwQUpS1vkjHeSQYBLM5o1qnrX3P8HADeqdanePe7FbyFZ-bHUdyGiN9CQGnOQoDAhVFf3wc23ikyVicc6YYXPLqFk/s1600/Wends_Stencil%20Stackers%20Set%20-%20Furbabies_Paws%20to%20Remember%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0pSk4vZu2Mb-AiMDd6RWSdkky90OfYjx2ZgW7vLuhwi4fAlUDETn1uvbON9t3wCvSVXSzK62WGa7BHcuBhkxqrxCwagaWPPXMjZbwQUpS1vkjHeSQYBLM5o1qnrX3P8HADeqdanePe7FbyFZ-bHUdyGiN9CQGnOQoDAhVFf3wc23ikyVicc6YYXPLqFk/w640-h640/Wends_Stencil%20Stackers%20Set%20-%20Furbabies_Paws%20to%20Remember%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I have combined several lovely elements from Whimsy to bring this card together. On the front of the card, I used a sweet Stencil set from Whimsy that can be layered to bring together some cute images for both cats or dogs. I chose the elements that reflected cats and stencilled them in different shades of brown Distress Oxide inks.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7bvdvdFelNswDkAFneHnm19ZGdhYxPSz1DQMNrqLCynIqf3VvKyOUlGdkFSF_K66kEndLFv1CdifEoRpHHOlYoF338Gmph7cXQdMR3ErXr2i3x9CjkzJm49p84-yxmB0Ldm1bapEaVYeBMN3ORkF0O0xqrXvyRiMVIO7Y_3AgE_OG9dbSsTO2-_BQHPA/s1600/Wends_Stencil%20Stackers%20Set%20-%20Furbabies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7bvdvdFelNswDkAFneHnm19ZGdhYxPSz1DQMNrqLCynIqf3VvKyOUlGdkFSF_K66kEndLFv1CdifEoRpHHOlYoF338Gmph7cXQdMR3ErXr2i3x9CjkzJm49p84-yxmB0Ldm1bapEaVYeBMN3ORkF0O0xqrXvyRiMVIO7Y_3AgE_OG9dbSsTO2-_BQHPA/w640-h640/Wends_Stencil%20Stackers%20Set%20-%20Furbabies.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I added a sentiment from a lovely Whimsy Clear Stamp Set that is for pet loss called <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fpaws%2Dto%2Dremember%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D24%26%5Fsid%3Dd3586b795%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" target="_blank">Paws to Remember</a>. They actually have quite an <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fsympathy%2Drainbow%2Dbridge%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fpsq%3Dsympathy%26%5Fss%3De%26%5Fv%3D1%2E0%26filter%2Ev%2Eprice%2Egte%3D14%2E99%26filter%2Ev%2Eprice%2Elte%3D&afftrack=" target="_blank">extensive selection</a> of beautiful sets perfect to make cards for friends who've lost beloved pets. I went for quite a monochromatic theme with this card. I've used the lovely Concord and 9th Paper Nutmeg from their Assorted Pack of 48 8.5 x 11 Colors of Cardstock for the base layer and cut the deckled edge on the image panel with my Tim Holtz Deckle Edge Trimmer. I popped up the image panel on foam for a bit of dimension.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY_mxxS3gLStGuXPrSZL8fwalGNAU8yuW5pUVRq5fwqvbWtS9YuevkTM1A8dbAqczOdJvxajGO0ki3BKjkVcWwUxqgVfiP_o2gFxyHHKv1S9_H7oU7fG62wBpjsinLeRZqpkW8LER_x7AZtFsFq6lJVpBE1CTYQ-_9UAa6nWNU7_eWqB2-u-53ry_tDb0/s1600/Wends_Love%20Has%20Four%20Paws%20Clear%20Stamps_Card%20Inside.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY_mxxS3gLStGuXPrSZL8fwalGNAU8yuW5pUVRq5fwqvbWtS9YuevkTM1A8dbAqczOdJvxajGO0ki3BKjkVcWwUxqgVfiP_o2gFxyHHKv1S9_H7oU7fG62wBpjsinLeRZqpkW8LER_x7AZtFsFq6lJVpBE1CTYQ-_9UAa6nWNU7_eWqB2-u-53ry_tDb0/w640-h640/Wends_Love%20Has%20Four%20Paws%20Clear%20Stamps_Card%20Inside.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I decorated the inside of the card with a beautiful image from another lovely Whimsy <span style="text-align: justify;">Clear Stamp Set called </span><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Flove%2Dhas%2Dfour%2Dpaws%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D80%26%5Fsid%3Ddb2d0b6c1%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" target="_blank">Love Has Four Paws</a>. I stamped this in VersaFine Sepia Ink. I love the images in this set and have used the cute Terrier image for a friend who lost her sweet Sealyham doggie recently. So I'll share that card soon too. This cat image just melts me, it's so lovely and so perfect for this make. I used a sentiment from the same set to complete the inside of this card. I added a layer inside the card base which was also trimmed with my Deckle Trimmer. I did this rather than stamp on the card base, because the (new to me) card base I used from Unity Stamps is much lighter, more or a layering weight, than card base weight cardstock. So adding the extra layers made it a bit more robust.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w400-h400/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">My Whimsy teamies have created magic with the latest release which you can click through to on their examples above. Super cute creations and such a fun release. This year, Whimsy will be bringing their releases back together into one main release mid-month which will launch on the 15th of each month, with some smaller releases possibly earlier each month. Thanks for popping in to visit today friends, I hope you liked this creation and I hope my lovely friend who it's intended for will feel loved and supported when she receives it. I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure. Have a beautiful week! 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-12300013738077761852024-01-21T20:23:00.001+13:002024-01-21T20:28:50.614+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Chocolate Lovin' Donkey Fun<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm popping in today with a card I posted over on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C2KJsEIyM8y/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> very quickly while my in-laws were visiting. I'm very late to post it here, but wanted to make sure I added all the details of this cute design here too.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiejqbXk_muZLYkzXEWODtnHYnJEaSK7B9V7eKKRS7cYjTlyxtlB1h8pXiuNSnbhbQ__UFcEsCVZfjLw-Ve1svMlifzdqfEJXfcl-Tle_Iaw2KVzr-7q__tEAQUtw0xJ03hZeVgcszTIcthuXHGtbks8Zk0phmoivFTutEgkTcl802SyWzfVs1Jod73cPo/s1600/Wends_Donkey%20Love%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiejqbXk_muZLYkzXEWODtnHYnJEaSK7B9V7eKKRS7cYjTlyxtlB1h8pXiuNSnbhbQ__UFcEsCVZfjLw-Ve1svMlifzdqfEJXfcl-Tle_Iaw2KVzr-7q__tEAQUtw0xJ03hZeVgcszTIcthuXHGtbks8Zk0phmoivFTutEgkTcl802SyWzfVs1Jod73cPo/w640-h640/Wends_Donkey%20Love%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I sat and crafted this while my mother-in-law chatted to me this past week. I really wanted to colour up this cutie from the latest Whimsy release. I just think this wee donkey is SO cute! Crissy Armstrong brilliance. I so love her characters and this wee donkey is full of character and fun. I masked off the image and stencilled some stars around him, stamped the sentiments direct on the base paper and diecut the panel with a gorgeous Sprinkled Scallops Die Set from Whimsy. I wanted to be quick so I didn't take too much time while my in-laws were here, but I think my mother-in-law quite enjoyed seeing it come together. Quite a CAS design but super cute, with just a little fussy cutting to create the mask for the wee donkey. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w400-h400/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I created another card just after my in-laws left which I'll share very soon, I didn't realise when I was making it, I've used a sentiment which hasn't been released yet, so I'll need to hold that back until next month, doh! Back to the drawing board for a new idea, so I'll share that once it's made. My teamies have created magic with the latest release which you can click through to on their examples above. Super cute examples and such a fun release. A great way to kick off our crafty year at Whimsy! Thanks for popping in today friends, I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure. Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fjanuary%2D2024%2Fproducts%2Fdonkey%2Dlove%2Dclear%2Dstamps&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5M_eLC6tlAeUH54RkYAZy9B959LwFzzRFcW8H0PuXeFvOzbMFSKxlAx0aIjHn9ciX2RllIZqkCcYzd29iFW5VqvhjCc2d97O557ZmWRrhS-YmRfwxjMdNYMqyXKWuMX31kNCEatKlWCSTSlejCr51J8YjeelLunoh08d_06yromBHP0Bun_Two7Ls9m0/s320/Donkey-Love-display.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">(I've added thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-7537589039594757972024-01-20T22:00:00.049+13:002024-01-21T02:16:13.203+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Sweet Stampin' Anniversaries/Births/Weddings<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, sorry I've been a bit quiet this week, but I've had my in-laws visiting and while they were here, hubby and I celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary. I don't feel old enough to have been married that long, but yep, the years have gone by and happy in our little world we celebrate another year as besties sharing all life has to offer, the ups, the downs and the rollercoaster ride in between.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDYMvZi2er1XToYdZkpdBuOd3yPlmyx5fm_DtJU5jxPFwFaSnU5MBZZvdknauGr7bTBEQ515itB0efjnvc-WWmXpXyXrlbUiruuzwGaORVJ8-kKGNHNgAmB8Yy1rZawpThi-eQ9qWU0CNe0HQCIaNLEmxrUc-DmMirw-hvO_EEoviudEmx22J1jsKQ6tg/s1600/Wends_Always%20and%20Forever%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDYMvZi2er1XToYdZkpdBuOd3yPlmyx5fm_DtJU5jxPFwFaSnU5MBZZvdknauGr7bTBEQ515itB0efjnvc-WWmXpXyXrlbUiruuzwGaORVJ8-kKGNHNgAmB8Yy1rZawpThi-eQ9qWU0CNe0HQCIaNLEmxrUc-DmMirw-hvO_EEoviudEmx22J1jsKQ6tg/w640-h640/Wends_Always%20and%20Forever%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I made a very simple card for our 30th Anniversary. I just didn't have time in the end for anything more elaborate. But it's a special day and a milestone worth celebrating, so despite not having a lot of time to craft in the lead up to it, I pulled together this very CAS design to celebrate the day. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Z8JkHQOrEUD19gvIj0gLa703csWhj9hY_NYL0IxHyreOtqV_Z3JXxaR22tQmIVio5y96t7s124Pg_DNUCc27IWjSUqjN_ji3TKErNsWMD-32XJn7nuFvR-qxekKSeqnRIGD-EBG0vSAqqOljnPeHSEig0Pvm409maDx6rwwKXRhHgI0dMt-df83fkic/s1600/Wends_Always%20and%20Forever%20Clear%20Stamps_Speckled%20Heart%20Stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Z8JkHQOrEUD19gvIj0gLa703csWhj9hY_NYL0IxHyreOtqV_Z3JXxaR22tQmIVio5y96t7s124Pg_DNUCc27IWjSUqjN_ji3TKErNsWMD-32XJn7nuFvR-qxekKSeqnRIGD-EBG0vSAqqOljnPeHSEig0Pvm409maDx6rwwKXRhHgI0dMt-df83fkic/w640-h640/Wends_Always%20and%20Forever%20Clear%20Stamps_Speckled%20Heart%20Stencil.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I also decorated the inside of the card. To be fair, either of these panels could have been the front of the card and I did fold it both ways before deciding on the image holding pinkies as the front. But I do love the stencilled panel too and thought this made a lovely background inside the card. The sentiment was perfect too. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga4VpaaPdxEMzvVIWKcdMUyAn7DvNRQKS3fMNMY-a7fjyFS6cjKTWa_eMfnxfxvjJ0Ir7RygPPdediueknu0mLkZFAHOFZPKUlGgfg14PDsVaKI7eqf-jNUnZ2tU5Lzkges9m1jULTP67ZK4d1lJPbbeQ4QBYsXXHX2JSUwGTKYKGV4AGaT0-28UeWQeY/w640-h640/Jan%2015th%20Release.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My talented teamies at Whimsy Stamps have worked some absolute magic with Whimsy's first release of the year (which is linked in the pic above) which was on my actual anniversary ~ January 15th. So many clever designs and oodles of inspiration as always, which you'll find shared in our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/whimsystampsinspirations" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> and also on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whimsystamps/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPe-E4ANUvA9XXXnpZzSJI_iCsEwTkKRkneHL-eq078PYFsk6ySeJNX2P5ccp4ofFVRfVrul4ct88JQNbwSRUAdcHYDIoKz3Gwp_yRedulqXQgcuM0y5t0yHYiGerSCqOXwaaRfnn8aU4rIo7J6OPn9UcUwZW4KS5OAGKiQh8Fr84P7vNBY1Eo3c980EM/s1509/IMG_2663.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1509" data-original-width="1125" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPe-E4ANUvA9XXXnpZzSJI_iCsEwTkKRkneHL-eq078PYFsk6ySeJNX2P5ccp4ofFVRfVrul4ct88JQNbwSRUAdcHYDIoKz3Gwp_yRedulqXQgcuM0y5t0yHYiGerSCqOXwaaRfnn8aU4rIo7J6OPn9UcUwZW4KS5OAGKiQh8Fr84P7vNBY1Eo3c980EM/w478-h640/IMG_2663.jpg" width="478" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Coincidentally, my other teamies over on the <a href="https://sweetstampinchallengeblog.blogspot.com/2024/01/birthsweddingsanniversaries.html" target="_blank">Sweet Stampin' Challenge Blog</a> are having an Anniversaries/Births/Weddings Challenge this time, so I'll share a pic of my card over there too. It's a Team Susan challenge, so come and join the fun with us if you can. I will of course be back as soon as I can with another crafty adventure, in the meantime, thanks for visiting today and I hope to visit you in return very soon. (Photo above is hubby and me, 30 years ago!) 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-26926332724117015182024-01-10T22:00:00.047+13:002024-01-11T01:50:28.402+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ You're A Mean One, Mr Grinch...<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I had so many cards I created for Christmas and I was on a deadline to get them ready for my mama to send to friends. So I didn't share all I created and have a couple left over which I'd still like to share with you. This fun creation, I would have shared earlier in the week, but I've been busy with other crafty missions. This card is not one I did for Mum but one I absolutely could not resist creating with because who doesn't have that 'one friend' who would resonate with this kooky dude and get a good giggle from this! I loved the Quick Cards Whimsy released before Christmas that were Grinch themed, so had to pull out this cute Dustin Pike stamp for a play!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp8IEQGPAxpl4ANNck4Wx2aqwrH7W0ThttBrBlE1kKkF3opWRULlFqIKNVHJer_CYotunpSeZnsWuquu8CxpkIJKPft2cbllUtVqkKqdapjf6Oufj3bEzvlycYQ-3p3Rzww1UopCJAtBSEorYOnZ8Z9k41DSggBaC25GG2wmEiQXcHMXkCLLVIejMMpKw/s1600/Wends_Happy%20Whatevers%20Stamps_Loopdidoos%202%20Die%20Set_Polka%20Dot%20Stencil.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp8IEQGPAxpl4ANNck4Wx2aqwrH7W0ThttBrBlE1kKkF3opWRULlFqIKNVHJer_CYotunpSeZnsWuquu8CxpkIJKPft2cbllUtVqkKqdapjf6Oufj3bEzvlycYQ-3p3Rzww1UopCJAtBSEorYOnZ8Z9k41DSggBaC25GG2wmEiQXcHMXkCLLVIejMMpKw/w640-h640/Wends_Happy%20Whatevers%20Stamps_Loopdidoos%202%20Die%20Set_Polka%20Dot%20Stencil.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I created a Christmas red background with Distress Oxide ink and some Mica Spray Stains. I started by ink blending the background with a fade towards the top, then stencilling some polka dots with a Whimsy Stencil and some Ranger Opaque Texture Paste for a fun bit of texture and interest, then sprayed the Mica Spray Stain over the top for a bit of shimmer and sparkle. Stills don't do this justice, but it really is lovely as the light catches it. I framed the scene with the fabulous Loopdidoos 2 Frame Set from one of the Christmas Releases last year at Whimsy. These frames are SO fun and a bit different, which is 'so Whimsy'. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe-L6a-jRun5Zb9WikjgCwf08YHeldBnryA7xG_TfIY4csHIF5kx2Vci9TzVypN3SYknoVAVsmDIWXTp7JoqpoUwn0VoYN2-F_oPLtIu90J3sli-46_rcxZQMnJ9NP4lbcc1Qp1sKSFAyFBn2N96FS4bIDjGvkWjIGs4CteEaj9XtHATT1xHuL1Ey1gGI/s1600/Wends_Grinch%20Colouring.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe-L6a-jRun5Zb9WikjgCwf08YHeldBnryA7xG_TfIY4csHIF5kx2Vci9TzVypN3SYknoVAVsmDIWXTp7JoqpoUwn0VoYN2-F_oPLtIu90J3sli-46_rcxZQMnJ9NP4lbcc1Qp1sKSFAyFBn2N96FS4bIDjGvkWjIGs4CteEaj9XtHATT1xHuL1Ey1gGI/w640-h640/Wends_Grinch%20Colouring.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I absolutely love this Grinch character in his lederhosen, now of course traditional lederhosen are leather, but I couldn't resist giving them a little English Tweed twist. I think he looks so dapper and his self-satisfied grin at eating Santa's cookies, just make me giggle! I took this photo so I would remember the green combo I used for his fur and took it before fussy cutting the little section between him and the sign, so I thought I'd explain the 'holes'. I learnt this trick from another crafter and when I remember who, I'll update with that detail, but I thought it was such a genius idea! I've struggled trying to push my scissor ends through little enclosed areas that need fussy cutting in the past and I came across this tip that suggested using a hole punch to start the process, so you can just fit your scissor blade into that hole and start cutting. It's been a genius tip and so I wanted to share it with you all too! I have a few sizes of hand-held single hole punches, so I did a couple of little holes with the medium size punch, this is about half the size of a traditional hole punch, perfect for this smaller space and I have a tinier version again for those really tight spots.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxIUGYwvKZ6Y7AQK_kj8CO2wqGOLmYDdgeSXWmlmA7j0k4XBJ0ajvCQIybn9cJh32CZFvRPnUvgX0g6oHGOK-V_-4q1cqur9RFWuRyy9yo1ZqJKID8LH8qOOmo1aoJBigWyKKV1b3-Ta0p39G4o6eznyj3L2jipy5TibRBJLvSiWndIpy0P6_5yqUmgeY/s1600/Wends_Mica%20Shimmer.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxIUGYwvKZ6Y7AQK_kj8CO2wqGOLmYDdgeSXWmlmA7j0k4XBJ0ajvCQIybn9cJh32CZFvRPnUvgX0g6oHGOK-V_-4q1cqur9RFWuRyy9yo1ZqJKID8LH8qOOmo1aoJBigWyKKV1b3-Ta0p39G4o6eznyj3L2jipy5TibRBJLvSiWndIpy0P6_5yqUmgeY/w640-h640/Wends_Mica%20Shimmer.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Thanks for popping in to visit, it's always lovely when I see comments and know a friend has stopped by. Please know I read every comment and will come back and visit you too when I'm able. I truly appreciate every comment that has been left this past year and since my blog began. It's still one of my favourite places to share my creative journey and so special to have a running record of this. So thank you friends for being a part of this.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpJN8fBrjZHn_81jSkvT1avXo7qMnHwYt5fkUSYf49R1RwkYtiQXEgWOHNwOHQdrWnjYR2KG1Lyc7-1ycoEBrslnFdc-9wWWLN8dUd6VMuZdunDJGIHMlOZR5d2ltjEU9tT2EHagbzsFzK9V20p41mLfR2fEbemz_14GtKXbmlRs88C3E7EjMRpmty6bU/w400-h400/Whimsy_New%20Year%20Banner.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">We are changing the New Release dates for Whimsy product this year, we will have one larger release mid month but the Quick Card panels have been popular, and we released another set of those on the 5th and they're beautiful, so do pop over to check out that post if you missed it. So handy when you've not a lot of time to colour. They're beautifully illustrated and top quality prints. If I've not said it to you before, Happy New Year my crafty friends! 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-77165218342713098642024-01-06T21:00:00.008+13:002024-01-08T11:27:21.479+13:00Sweet Stampin' ~ What's New For You?<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back again with my contribution for our first challenge of the year at Sweet Stampin' and as it's just been Christmas and New Year we thought we'd use a 'New' theme, not one we haven't tried before, but one that themed all that was 'New' for us, so this could be New Stash and New Crafty Goodies but could also be any 'New' theme, so 'New Baby', 'New Job', 'New Home' etc, as long as you can link it legitimately to the theme, you're golden.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTO63ZROeqtvMgVeSC1bWOAyH5_kEp2wX_XJFGCp3Qm2nsO9iXZu18BqfG5eZ21kWNTHDnbyW8afcjhjgxRME8d9vIa-Dyry8h39ALBeEXMXY1uEY5qEdFR1lRP_NklnOV4mXGoqsJqcGrcctZIkcGPovHg7ICNzGFLW3MjjoVq4q4rXBzDBFoVhXqbqo/s1600/Wends_First%20Betterpress%20Card_Spellbinders.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTO63ZROeqtvMgVeSC1bWOAyH5_kEp2wX_XJFGCp3Qm2nsO9iXZu18BqfG5eZ21kWNTHDnbyW8afcjhjgxRME8d9vIa-Dyry8h39ALBeEXMXY1uEY5qEdFR1lRP_NklnOV4mXGoqsJqcGrcctZIkcGPovHg7ICNzGFLW3MjjoVq4q4rXBzDBFoVhXqbqo/w640-h640/Wends_First%20Betterpress%20Card_Spellbinders.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">My two contributions for this challenge were made with my new Betterpress system from Spellbinders, I've wanted to get this since is was first released and since I was first invited to design with Spellbinders products, but pennies just didn't allow and so I dreamed and saved and mused on it a lot. I shared with my lovely Mummy that I had been thinking about getting one and she insisted on helping me, which was a truly wonderful and unexpected Christmas gift. So the card above is made for her in some of her favourite hues. Which is perfect as it's her birthday on Monday! She'll be 81 and has more energy than many half her age, she's amazing!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZUMYE-g1C-MFk3It36JVa9jMwTH6UdwofHxTDDn1xJvkGXXUQoSbfuKwwrU3vxysISUUV_JKi7zqEsxgJJdpa3vo2CuSQkxZPZdVVq4ITN0sQYRP7nD8JTwdEsRu45GwaJESO8Vrafl-w6bypujSPWxxJ_IYjRnbHtmPKpJRQjSWjRq20Rfwn_9pnTQs/s1600/Wends_New_Betterpress_Spellbinders.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZUMYE-g1C-MFk3It36JVa9jMwTH6UdwofHxTDDn1xJvkGXXUQoSbfuKwwrU3vxysISUUV_JKi7zqEsxgJJdpa3vo2CuSQkxZPZdVVq4ITN0sQYRP7nD8JTwdEsRu45GwaJESO8Vrafl-w6bypujSPWxxJ_IYjRnbHtmPKpJRQjSWjRq20Rfwn_9pnTQs/w640-h640/Wends_New_Betterpress_Spellbinders.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I did a second card which if you recall the cards from this time last year, is in my Aunt's favourite colours and I thought was a lovely birthday card for the twins. They are both incredibly special people to me and have had really important influence in my life, so it's lovely to give them both this sweet sentiment. I love that the kit came with both a US and UK version in the box. I am always a little disappointed if I buy a set that has words that are uniquely US as it just feels 'misspelt' to me and I'm not keen on giving those to Kiwi or UK friends. So a real delight that they thought to offer both options. I used a pretty Whimsy frame die to add the lovely details to the edges of the card panels and the watercolour paper is such a lovely weight it diecuts with all the details. Both cards were watercoloured and finished with some simple bling. The first card I used watercolour pens, the second I used Distress Inks.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://sweetstampinchallengeblog.blogspot.com/2024/01/sweet-stampin-whats-new-with-you.html" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="129" data-original-width="200" height="129" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7sEU_5TLdQAEN34-JWZvJcD5vZO3ZP2yyr6Twqv2EGf5Y6A5KGXviUJJWC18mTvo6I5YAp0flhjED9YZXeS-AtLfk50mxcYHwOnMjBJN5XUy3xq24YihUG_syLQd4U3W2IsdKNhAVSM8SHnuTjaomFTf2nfUr6pDSSji0Pu5EfLBm4LTYQI5FDg9e/s1600/SS~Challenge.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I hope you'll come play along with us for this first challenge of the year, we look forward to seeing what your take on this will be. We have been a 'Just For Fun' challenge for a while which has been working well, so come and just have some fun with us. I will be back again soon with another crafty adventure, but in the meantime wish you a wonderful week with plenty of 'you time'. Hugs, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXu1URLQDpFi2xh4ejj7_fPsyIzRK9CGrkZmZOcKqviEG8tqK2qvOBrnrq3AgZaa24Nu-6GTzz-Stl9I1R5oiMria3xXzG-m4rcq-y80YsfIm2em7HBNIaLjSB9opAnftT_A_9GxnrvACOMa3dL0qXkutIWxprdd_BeXss7uYMG4IcHtRdOhasW_7C/s774/JELLYPARKCutdownWatermark100bb.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="774" height="76" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXu1URLQDpFi2xh4ejj7_fPsyIzRK9CGrkZmZOcKqviEG8tqK2qvOBrnrq3AgZaa24Nu-6GTzz-Stl9I1R5oiMria3xXzG-m4rcq-y80YsfIm2em7HBNIaLjSB9opAnftT_A_9GxnrvACOMa3dL0qXkutIWxprdd_BeXss7uYMG4IcHtRdOhasW_7C/s320/JELLYPARKCutdownWatermark100bb.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fspe%2Dbp%2D001%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://krafterscart.co.nz/product/spellbinders-betterpress-letterpress-system-postage-as-per-actual/?wpam_id=53" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7LoHDZOlnLIrJVWmu0Ph_ZevTTKDmVSNwc2-nKEeqiV1Y9HfomukJEZboFytngL0lYfVoWNjlJsMjr_M8jnAawhsT_K9GmkASQfKe44EcsC9ASwfNvmUS_CyIU1_raQ0-8WLjMxhdxf6Q2VD-PZCgwwJ_VOKvj6sHmvoJ4Le8Be5oR_-JnJ69t4MMAag/w200-h200/KC_Spellbinders_BetterPress%20Letterpress%20System.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=981584&u=2712802&m=70661&urllink=www%2Espellbinders%2Eco%2Euk%2Fproducts%2Fbetterpress%2Dletterpress%2Dsystem%3F%5Fpos%3D21%26%5Fsid%3D0abed5e3e%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisNk4J_-bC5-Bi72ekCF2yQuLR8Aj1LTDvELZ-hXKP_j7vni_kmw_hx2gTwzgeARUc8EJtZAlVWub2xO9qlKc7Q1psIVU9vhu3WvGK3aGqZCybe9Y6QCE-F895s7A4_RWhACR5a-eNE5eu-DhNlywZ1SsANoonISrW4PIB4iGpNX2HJRNGCsKJHCtOBpw/w200-h200/Spellbinders_BetterPress%20Letterpress%20System.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fspe%2Dbp%2D001%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir4AJGnvKZ16UaVbwqd3YH8VcobitxYU4Ah3g3GhC2YdHoaUIpknYxcpIeVU6S2Cm4Q9MiHcdFgd_awfs3oMHJ3aMaXS14NRO8wFTsQa9yuM5qbqXpoi9NiE0jI5Vn8b33KjcsU0OkUb5yleJpGYS8xwcjXG33OB3qVT4AvRztOwhFm8wSneAGBMzquw0/w200-h200/SBC_Spellbinders_BetterPress%20Letterpress%20System.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've added three options for sourcing this machine and some of the following product too. I purchased mine here in New Zealand at our wonderful Krafter's Cart store. But it's available directly from Spellbinders in the UK and from both Spellbinders and Scrapbook.com in the US. I have listed NZ, UK and US companies respectively.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://krafterscart.co.nz/product/whimsy-stamps-sprinkles-scallops-rectangle-die-set/?wpam_id=53" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="311" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJBEknwlfAN023vTq3EYGg904u5lHcfoPreKXQov2S41AX1NKXpoOBiRrt5GjQ3BpwmfvkozbFMtjiwk6JF4Oz2wgEAcPfabSve4W1nwKGDV4eOzhyphenhyphendCKimHZZRmhvwmnRfPxJm88KVnpmP2KnqFuIjz-i2ctZ2sLghxJ9TAEvprVS6FPxF50vfKXskSY/w128-h200/SprinklesScallopsRectanglediedisplay_600x600.jpg" width="128" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fsprinkles%2Dscallops%2Drectangle%2Ddie%2Dset%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fpsq%3Dsprinkle%2Bscallop%26%5Fss%3De%26%5Fv%3D1%2E0&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="486" data-original-width="311" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitNbdK77JBjzL45A_mAUOVA998tQpkC1JVGqI6boQ4HDjDKD5GnTfuViXe9sShlR4xw-CLoKQAZ0lWqa4iS-GuSeno7g-FsklAPR_7FGBsVhQY_aZkxHitPJeAKw5cr8Qzy53QS3aX_WYt27aKopLKZe9kBwcpRYupMQE7zw7e_m7wU9YU0WxElKtPLrU/w128-h200/SprinklesScallopsRectanglediedisplay_600x600.jpg" width="128" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fhbs%2Dhbgs%2Dprl03%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6uxnRiLy6_C8RdSSXPv-0MnU1kVUagmNWdbAmXYXj7iijw0tytn2ad59juyoc6SQvFF8IHSRFJPdXCxDKc3KENWFzq1MwiPpwSsK8_LemdDtEEAv3OPm06ifoTh0U6fwYnK-6x8vSjInGuuLTuMDQQQPu1wa5QA_HOTP0pgIdhCQl6fz9ANDxBDRkJTw/w200-h200/SBC_Honey%20Bee%20Stamps_Modern%20Spring%20Collection_Pearl%20Stickers_Warm%20Pearls.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://krafterscart.co.nz/product/spellbinders-color-essentials-gems-in-opal/?wpam_id=53" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge2ZfelrGuYYVNBxdeAAF0ITePX1ctjI-a0LccZt7HrSS41WHwWKZQ9Vh946L2eewtA3qfIl19AT0-ROQOIlpbckui7xujVJi0PP18m5_qq8q7wMG1x7p4yY61Yu0M-nR5-O5yM1JgvPafgtmdGOehp5Bp85nmN_XD04Ksi08oXLlq3p3KYftX0vW3oYE/w200-h200/Spellbinders_Self%20Adhesive%20Gems_Opal.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=981584&u=2712802&m=70661&urllink=www%2Espellbinders%2Eco%2Euk%2Fproducts%2Fcolor%2Dessentials%2Dgems%2Din%2Dopal%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fsid%3Db81189b68%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Ys469UCcB5YrI_gQfHxCs94Rfv70a_sVEml-jTvpuKdj-_H_4C1li7TdF2M_XoPXUumg_zhc2SU-AT6ZY410efcULXwaHL8YZ_XYR6iPY-DLJsyrTdl3Tki5PF8ZkzB02D0uHGTDqPoWprMhGJCpw3GsXYmbEpjYBSu-pz6xLZnhJQyk_wfQztHlaNo/w200-h200/Spellbinders_Self%20Adhesive%20Gems_Opal.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=33086&u=2712802&m=7429&urllink=www%2Escrapbook%2Ecom%2Fstore%2Fspe%2Dscs%2D195%2Ehtml&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcdXzeg5-EoUBg9UdXW-KYbrl6uMWlBmgAG3x_7cZoZRE0_CsLNalVNLGAPqki5QsncNLbHDH1QQNVJ_Qy7BY6Fv7u2PRpUfKOYxshdjAr48lzwJ1HfC0i07N6Vz56a_6xA51X4_ANmQ2ZPsqBajvuVJYA8xfc4K25CYZg-WR5YwIZqu27azm1mLVu5PM/w200-h200/Spellbinders_Self%20Adhesive%20Gems_Opal.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><div>(I've added these thumbnails to make your shopping easier if you like any of the elements I've created with. I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission which costs you no extra whatsoever, but more importantly helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. It helps these companies see where their marketing efforts are most effective. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-87239238035790173122024-01-05T22:00:00.006+13:002024-01-08T11:11:45.462+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Thinking of You<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I had the sad need for a Sympathy card just before Christmas and these beautiful Quick Card Panels had just arrived. It's never easy creating a bereavement card when you actually need one, so I was happy to have these on hand. I made a whole lot of cards as it's sadly becoming one of my most used cards as the years go on.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnfD8Vk07NmzsQ7XhynSyoHfChATKx9D5W0yDm45gGXjr8uus4dwWWGRXWwrFUJR1F7UFmBex-_NjNLZa5SbO7C1yhlYp5mER6AOR_wY4Q9uzBwn8rmVNYSXH1xHYDlKjvENy6EXArujQQvqC9vY2e9brcf1MqTm8hEIdRMLUNDygDOpLs2ZeDILaTYyM/s1600/Wends_Sympathy%20Quick%20Cards%20Set%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnfD8Vk07NmzsQ7XhynSyoHfChATKx9D5W0yDm45gGXjr8uus4dwWWGRXWwrFUJR1F7UFmBex-_NjNLZa5SbO7C1yhlYp5mER6AOR_wY4Q9uzBwn8rmVNYSXH1xHYDlKjvENy6EXArujQQvqC9vY2e9brcf1MqTm8hEIdRMLUNDygDOpLs2ZeDILaTYyM/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy%20Quick%20Cards%20Set%202.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">These sets contain the most beautiful A2 card panels, which can then be cut, stamped on, distressed, however you like to finish your creations, you can do so with these. I chose to do a very simple decorative frame. They're just so beautiful, I didn't want to lose much of the design in my cuts, so was careful to choose frames that were big enough and worked well the designs. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ24DdmhuPaXjk5sDD0FomWIVMEgkIIO2kKbMGQ9rfvU3kWDo0oBIPej4k5GBymgmBxYuakcmbMyC_Yd0o_09P37V3I3IxhkHcVHrq3IZarWmK36D7M9AT7evPRxUAGa3rReNznKEBkdUz-fbh_pcYmsBkrDu5bfJMVE2kmIwafTvd_awA4lhIx1XKBfo/s800/Wends_Sympathy%20Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="800" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ24DdmhuPaXjk5sDD0FomWIVMEgkIIO2kKbMGQ9rfvU3kWDo0oBIPej4k5GBymgmBxYuakcmbMyC_Yd0o_09P37V3I3IxhkHcVHrq3IZarWmK36D7M9AT7evPRxUAGa3rReNznKEBkdUz-fbh_pcYmsBkrDu5bfJMVE2kmIwafTvd_awA4lhIx1XKBfo/w640-h640/Wends_Sympathy%20Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I took these first sets of photos, in which the cards were 'complete' and perfect just as they were, but then thought about some simple embellishments, nothing too flashy, as I prefer very clean and simple for Sympathy cards, but something that toned and added a gentle extra touch, without being too blingy. So the photos below show these additions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZGXfsVb1LjsLBFLig_yY5KN4otbYWhraG97WMsECeGSigDVnMCgMo4yrc6UsHprOrQ0-iccWaaZq88G8dVGyDhCgSUCgAh_VswKseve-llw16lh7iy8YPs2zLFbaaeOp429bnK1m3vr0fmqTTGKARSMvZ7UW4yU6FXZT26nlgNtAgnven2iupfaOTfnE/s1600/Wends_Deepest%20Sympathy_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZGXfsVb1LjsLBFLig_yY5KN4otbYWhraG97WMsECeGSigDVnMCgMo4yrc6UsHprOrQ0-iccWaaZq88G8dVGyDhCgSUCgAh_VswKseve-llw16lh7iy8YPs2zLFbaaeOp429bnK1m3vr0fmqTTGKARSMvZ7UW4yU6FXZT26nlgNtAgnven2iupfaOTfnE/s320/Wends_Deepest%20Sympathy_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyrLBkGZT8dFCgcrqUqltrzYC0x4UNNksk9n7GGQFjv28V3fl0RL2M9L5IHY9QdZ8KeQF0jCX3mgG2zy8RfQXiXBhIY5nX-WmPiB1iaBW3fSCevGydym1zUfzFOsyzjb68FXFEoRNysPYD_RLyCYnV7YJwVjmoTjpDD6qYGghN4VKqg6LpUw9MV4UlMTM/s1600/Wends_Find%20Peace_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyrLBkGZT8dFCgcrqUqltrzYC0x4UNNksk9n7GGQFjv28V3fl0RL2M9L5IHY9QdZ8KeQF0jCX3mgG2zy8RfQXiXBhIY5nX-WmPiB1iaBW3fSCevGydym1zUfzFOsyzjb68FXFEoRNysPYD_RLyCYnV7YJwVjmoTjpDD6qYGghN4VKqg6LpUw9MV4UlMTM/s320/Wends_Find%20Peace_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio7U0LdEVXdG9fOLo566jTD_1QpOZ01hd6vC7XV78CYYA6Oex4dJyUXl-1yMYF1hwvBZkjndXrHJitLT095ckSireQ56l8W1bADyMIxzri10RTYMRNR8zDT8CYtnRP1_UBQ9IgNIfwhyphenhyphenyDxxMhvHhHNgIBJYSLg9uji4_tm4OKQBfedxSPoGhU8gNUTzA/s1600/Wends_Thinking%20of%20You_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio7U0LdEVXdG9fOLo566jTD_1QpOZ01hd6vC7XV78CYYA6Oex4dJyUXl-1yMYF1hwvBZkjndXrHJitLT095ckSireQ56l8W1bADyMIxzri10RTYMRNR8zDT8CYtnRP1_UBQ9IgNIfwhyphenhyphenyDxxMhvHhHNgIBJYSLg9uji4_tm4OKQBfedxSPoGhU8gNUTzA/s320/Wends_Thinking%20of%20You_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSe6-FsdkAQfny0VJr9wjTBSeaBuaqwl8Bm89Ddmc7E7EE5z1lBi83zSiHnQSnhvFgbfS_VOERby8zaSIbjsEdn5oQywvHTohP11CBNck1I28NuaKeec_wCy61i-vqTr_jBZCNGdLw4O8amAh5BNbRsdHb86QvdzCxVblsGBwVCoBGp8t4lGfMwZrLnnc/s1600/Wends_Heartfelt%20Condolences_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSe6-FsdkAQfny0VJr9wjTBSeaBuaqwl8Bm89Ddmc7E7EE5z1lBi83zSiHnQSnhvFgbfS_VOERby8zaSIbjsEdn5oQywvHTohP11CBNck1I28NuaKeec_wCy61i-vqTr_jBZCNGdLw4O8amAh5BNbRsdHb86QvdzCxVblsGBwVCoBGp8t4lGfMwZrLnnc/s320/Wends_Heartfelt%20Condolences_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I also chose some beautiful plain coloured papers to back the designs, I'd just bought recently this paper pad from Scrapbook.com called Daybreak and the colours are divine! So I used the beautiful dusky purple toned panels for a couple of the cards above and then the soft brick colour for another couple of the cards.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi76zn-RYUVpiG9g2_J5WgcAbKbqMzehK9eoTvgOaJWbD0XD51lCyocSo0H_Ob-YwxBoLF8K373VT3lgD6VN-ySM47ackefXnn5yH2GPeDK2v7jb0C2sz5iwx3aWTirdJrHT8hVKP543So2TKB3d41oVDM7ZOXgrvYQjyo24ie7NIqlydO6PP9I4haawyA/s1600/Wends_Light%20and%20Love_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi76zn-RYUVpiG9g2_J5WgcAbKbqMzehK9eoTvgOaJWbD0XD51lCyocSo0H_Ob-YwxBoLF8K373VT3lgD6VN-ySM47ackefXnn5yH2GPeDK2v7jb0C2sz5iwx3aWTirdJrHT8hVKP543So2TKB3d41oVDM7ZOXgrvYQjyo24ie7NIqlydO6PP9I4haawyA/s320/Wends_Light%20and%20Love_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ7amMc-ifSbSfpw1ddUafAN7cIzBosau-DMSOye2CODusmvAZRdEp8Cz50t-EnTi_YaWKqiHmCSCz9Id07f67JXiGQmebGqHln1K54WdZ2N-AesIhaNRwYqnlX4U1-AIQEV06DTVdIYkPXUFQXWj90T1jQiPBuihz_6l78TYdoxjaJus1mYeJrPus2bU/s1600/Wends_Surrounded%20by%20Love_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ7amMc-ifSbSfpw1ddUafAN7cIzBosau-DMSOye2CODusmvAZRdEp8Cz50t-EnTi_YaWKqiHmCSCz9Id07f67JXiGQmebGqHln1K54WdZ2N-AesIhaNRwYqnlX4U1-AIQEV06DTVdIYkPXUFQXWj90T1jQiPBuihz_6l78TYdoxjaJus1mYeJrPus2bU/s320/Wends_Surrounded%20by%20Love_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaYBEY4stZB5j9ouzAzd4cAOuzhkMXwn3ocses5HcFliEAvfEhIKhBtrXt9OvLMoi_GU3vRvZ3dtshcvXG0-UM6MUjjl4wqlJ6JdAMyYRs5SlJ6TW3W64ICB_FvT-hFrrLid-tjzyJ-_X_y7Jq9W_wpFss6osBB2qjr_OgpBGRcM1Bhtbt7vHae1nUrxk/s1600/Wends_No%20Words_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaYBEY4stZB5j9ouzAzd4cAOuzhkMXwn3ocses5HcFliEAvfEhIKhBtrXt9OvLMoi_GU3vRvZ3dtshcvXG0-UM6MUjjl4wqlJ6JdAMyYRs5SlJ6TW3W64ICB_FvT-hFrrLid-tjzyJ-_X_y7Jq9W_wpFss6osBB2qjr_OgpBGRcM1Bhtbt7vHae1nUrxk/s320/Wends_No%20Words_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKPVUgeAPfOfPMe6qJQVZrVXVOg7kDMoijQ0ykV-8GBY72zJcmnkD7JEIO56a1FO2nyXblRjsGkNwH8HbdF2D49b0B8Ad5RAirt7DlnTzFADvW5ViBfixQiae9xqZ9Y4jU2oDqDUHVrmkw_8NeUkbdyTwByvXoQCO3xhL2Z1N7zrlRT5s3y_LKogzxax0/s1600/Wends_Condolences_Quick%20Cards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKPVUgeAPfOfPMe6qJQVZrVXVOg7kDMoijQ0ykV-8GBY72zJcmnkD7JEIO56a1FO2nyXblRjsGkNwH8HbdF2D49b0B8Ad5RAirt7DlnTzFADvW5ViBfixQiae9xqZ9Y4jU2oDqDUHVrmkw_8NeUkbdyTwByvXoQCO3xhL2Z1N7zrlRT5s3y_LKogzxax0/s320/Wends_Condolences_Quick%20Cards.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I wanted to use the beautiful sentiment panels that are included with the sets, so I used my Quick Strip Die Set from Whimsy to cut them all out. The ones for the pink cards, I edged with a bit of ink so they sat into the scene better, but the ones for the blue cards were fine without inked edges. I played around with placement of the sentiments not wanting to cover too much of the beautiful designs and my little T Square ruler was handy for lining things up straight. The panel with the candle sconce, I decided to wrap some May Arts Fine Twine around before adding the sentiment over for a bit of texture and interest and I really like this one. My absolute favourite is the pink roses with the navel blue background, I just think that panel is so pretty! But they're all amazing and so easy to work with. The panels have a lovely heavy weight, which diecuts beautifully.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fquick%2Dcard%2Dfronts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgshL0UBaMWGWUERq3wrxpi_dku4cZlnGLi6aqm-3ZAZuXkwLYncrLS-9G0yGZiwYotABSMr8z1yGzfj4Bf0vDBMolVIn5a6CLWGWDrnTG-rQ1-oeFdwesM6Tl4ZMPl0hVb1HYU1CeH-gdQ7rgnuUjdqf9mCEq8DDILqW3UogahMdKo86e9ioABmLyBW90/s320/QCFlayoutsympathy1_480x480.png" width="320" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fquick%2Dcard%2Dfronts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXFBn1YH10K3hH2IvBRym0kJATl-0VyYil-iuOCj-iJg1zCcCXpgi279KoBiJMlMJ4AT3tz8Uw_fYYqVjZY_EvmH9CNdFQ_xQ5BBStGBMKYPJiYZCuzCVqSMbqwJtFooWPZKgU2YzgVlZZk1L2TUpEtU-x8doeDaWcvXK0Epie9rmTqaXDHMYQQ7v8A9w/s320/QCFlayoutsympathy2_a14a901d-3dfa-4317-be0b-1428f7732c38_480x480.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">You can click through via the images above to the Quick Cards range. This was a new innovation by Whimsy just before Christmas and they started with some sweet and fun Christmas Quick Cards options, these stunning Sympathy sets are the latest offering and I'm hoping they keep them coming, because some days, I want to create, but just don't want to colour and these are fabulous to work with if you're short of time. I've got my eye on those fabulous chocolate themed heart ones too! How cool are they?!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="138" data-original-width="500" height="88" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7F2EhVBnsxNQQ6V7uWJnVyOz5ffCvukp2wWIW3ILMxtpY3MGKcEEc11L6YJYgJKmpMDF9mSWElyYM0ZOQw-hG2eulTjB5pfxmn-4imU0gMQSmxEUAwrGTjWOr3ohVkamQLOLBhG2Q8tKEmoGo53V8ddAzR6PiSwF9Wfw5BElCPw5N2ATu2l_RgvElMos/s320/Whimsy_stitched_logo_500x138.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Whimsy is changing the dates of their New Release to mid month now. Around Covid there were shipping issues which initiated the splitting of the release through the month, but as things have become more reliable again they're reverting to a single issue date mid month, so be sure to check back around January 15th for their first full release of the year. They may still do a mini release occasionally, but the main release will be mid-month. Thanks for popping in today, I'd love to hear what you think of these Quick Card Panels too. I'll be back shortly with another crafty adventure, this is shaping up to be a fun and full crafty year already! 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text-align: justify;"><div>(I use affiliate links where possible, which helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice. I receive a small commission, which costs you no extra whatsoever, but helps these companies see where their marketing efforts are most effective. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-69701796807820961452024-01-02T22:00:00.022+13:002024-01-12T22:34:32.143+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Christmas Cup of Joe<div style="text-align: justify;">Happy New Year my crafty friends! I gave this blog post the title I did after a lovely Christmas song that was recently released by one of our dearest friends Geoff Duncan. You can have a listen to it on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/track/2jAyG5Dsq6QCsF0Nn440gI" target="_blank">Spotify here</a>, I've been listening to it loads since it was released, it's lovely. This creation was inspired by another friend, one of my crafty friends and her love for holiday themed mugs. I’m way too late to be sending it for Christmas, but honestly, there’s never a bad time to receive a handmade card and to know someone is thinking of you. I wanted to capture the shine of this card, which isn’t well captured in stills. So I shared this over on Instagram as a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1lRgIhyen4/" target="_blank">Reel</a>. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsbqkRx21crDLa6iK8gMnOf4s6P_CtW00PNXt6ZMpSybFDaXn7CBL-SZAc6Tbcy9cKSidHKjrspicjYJTRspsOXm_H8-n-hnLKgaiv9q7j9xaYBU63ugSZLTuXO0fPUUbV5qp6rQbd3Dng7G3-3vlmOK9goEpzyEG_8hEc5Dq6PVX0vkghowBki2Syi-M/s1600/Wends_Coffee%20Time%20Die%20Set_Sweet%20Word%20Die_Penguin%20Pals%20Die%20Set_Card%20for%20Nancy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsbqkRx21crDLa6iK8gMnOf4s6P_CtW00PNXt6ZMpSybFDaXn7CBL-SZAc6Tbcy9cKSidHKjrspicjYJTRspsOXm_H8-n-hnLKgaiv9q7j9xaYBU63ugSZLTuXO0fPUUbV5qp6rQbd3Dng7G3-3vlmOK9goEpzyEG_8hEc5Dq6PVX0vkghowBki2Syi-M/w640-h640/Wends_Coffee%20Time%20Die%20Set_Sweet%20Word%20Die_Penguin%20Pals%20Die%20Set_Card%20for%20Nancy.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><span style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;">I used Whimsy’s fabulous Toner Card Front Pack - Slimline Celebrations 1 to create the fun candy stripe red foiled mug and ‘Sweet’ word. I love how these turned out and they made a really fun basis for this card. I stencilled the background with Festive Berries through <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Flast%2Dchance%2Fproducts%2Fpinwheels%2Dstencil&afftrack=" target="_blank">Whimsy's Pinwheel Stencil</a>. Whimsy is retiring some of their range to make room for new product and this stencil is in their <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Flast%2Dchance&afftrack=" target="_blank">Last Chance</a> section right now, so if you like it, nab it while you still can!</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-H30PsFY9jwivremCOGwIwG_Iub8ePR-B4Dcyod7HMPH-S-_1xa75mqi5Ad-Dhw5JqSf1eCgoqsiUXIsLnaKL1Ijrg66JoDiMb3g6SEFJUtljHZVopmlAsi-9RjSaKhK1g_yKPU8UDuj11i0wgQHnZpJ_H5JZF4FP2CuPtW9a9VqM21oOwmwGGWYDb3o/s1600/Wends_Sweet%20Penguin%20Christmas%20Cup.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-H30PsFY9jwivremCOGwIwG_Iub8ePR-B4Dcyod7HMPH-S-_1xa75mqi5Ad-Dhw5JqSf1eCgoqsiUXIsLnaKL1Ijrg66JoDiMb3g6SEFJUtljHZVopmlAsi-9RjSaKhK1g_yKPU8UDuj11i0wgQHnZpJ_H5JZF4FP2CuPtW9a9VqM21oOwmwGGWYDb3o/w640-h640/Wends_Sweet%20Penguin%20Christmas%20Cup.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>I diecut the adorable penguin from Whimsy's Penguin Pals Die Set out of white cardstock and coloured him with Copic Markers, giving him little pink cheeks to finish. The shot above is straight on, so the shine on the foil doesn't show, but when it shifts in the light, the flashes of red on the foiled areas are lovely! I added a soft bit of colour on the shadow layer of the Sweet word as the white looked too stark. I lightly brushed over it with what remained on my red blending brush after doing the stencilling, leaving a soft dusting of pink. I stamped the sentiment in Lumberjack Plaid Distress Oxide Ink from the Christmas Critter Wishes Clear Stamp set.</div></span><span style="text-align: justify;"><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpJN8fBrjZHn_81jSkvT1avXo7qMnHwYt5fkUSYf49R1RwkYtiQXEgWOHNwOHQdrWnjYR2KG1Lyc7-1ycoEBrslnFdc-9wWWLN8dUd6VMuZdunDJGIHMlOZR5d2ltjEU9tT2EHagbzsFzK9V20p41mLfR2fEbemz_14GtKXbmlRs88C3E7EjMRpmty6bU/w400-h400/Whimsy_New%20Year%20Banner.png" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">My lovely crafty friend that this card is destined will soon celebrate her birthday too, so I'm late for Christmas and her birthday, but I hope regardless of this, it'll bring a smile to her face when she gets it. I'll be back soon with another crafty adventure, until then, I hope you've had a wonderful restful Christmas and are looking forward to what 2024 has to offer. I for one would like it to be an easier year than 2023, so finger's crossed it will be! </div></span><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fcoffee%2Dtime%2Ddie%2Dset%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fpsq%3Dcoffee%2Btime%2Bdie%26%5Fss%3De%26%5Fv%3D1%2E0&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I do use affiliate links where possible, which gives me a tiny commission but costs you no extra whatsoever, though more importantly it helps the companies I design for to improve their marketing practice and track my contributions. I am deeply grateful if you use them for these reasons. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-32955793510336575342023-12-29T23:30:00.221+13:002023-12-30T15:21:57.271+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Baker's Christmas Card<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back today with a fun apron shaped card for a baker or chef. I still have a couple of cards to share yet from the batch I did for my mama. This was one I created for a friend of hers who loves cooking and baking and Mum was really delighted with it, she loved the tartan paper, which I too adore, so that was fabulous. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3dANLPBInWCDwjXrOEs-WXb5TDANNcnX2hrth6qKRbMdI4M_COMc7ok8k1CKenUdcLqA9MN1d1q1slKTyqwGycPikMQiZoxJaeyYuXz0iZU-bKqwmtq44FqDQyn3ulAJu3wz1kj_1yHufKImwAsM_c-BYUht-FpUFzyARmWcabWzKpfEDPE9-28GNaHI/s1600/Wends_Tartan%20Paper_Baking%20Die%20Set.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3dANLPBInWCDwjXrOEs-WXb5TDANNcnX2hrth6qKRbMdI4M_COMc7ok8k1CKenUdcLqA9MN1d1q1slKTyqwGycPikMQiZoxJaeyYuXz0iZU-bKqwmtq44FqDQyn3ulAJu3wz1kj_1yHufKImwAsM_c-BYUht-FpUFzyARmWcabWzKpfEDPE9-28GNaHI/w640-h640/Wends_Tartan%20Paper_Baking%20Die%20Set.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I created this apron shaped card by first cutting the cardstock to A2 size, then I rounded the bottom corners with a wide corner rounder. My one is a really old one but any corner rounder with a wider angle will work. To create the armhole angles on the top of the card, I used an oval die from the A2 Antique Frames Die Set to cut away the section to make the apron top shape. I cut the first side and then used the offcut to line up the cut on the other side and ensure I had a mirrored finish. I punched a couple of holes to thread the ribbon through to be the top apron strings. I considered adding some for the side ties, but opted against that in the end, I think it's fine without. </div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2EyU89029AvWmcHcxOH5qwPa4uoIrwHLSpvCZTkxR5UV6EwVmW5YNuoIHpWXDadK3R41xLuDRZt5s-Z5F2skeJMWQzwwND8nD5acFWc-1WeOBx6i8kQP_FKNsfolFrQU4w3zXx6ixfnFnV0_xGkcQN4xTjOmwZxHg883lge_-9jdZby0Wy7jwfzRBgk/s1600/Wends_Baking%20Die%20Set_Just%20Roll%20with%20It%20Stamps_Tartan%20Paper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2EyU89029AvWmcHcxOH5qwPa4uoIrwHLSpvCZTkxR5UV6EwVmW5YNuoIHpWXDadK3R41xLuDRZt5s-Z5F2skeJMWQzwwND8nD5acFWc-1WeOBx6i8kQP_FKNsfolFrQU4w3zXx6ixfnFnV0_xGkcQN4xTjOmwZxHg883lge_-9jdZby0Wy7jwfzRBgk/w640-h640/Wends_Baking%20Die%20Set_Just%20Roll%20with%20It%20Stamps_Tartan%20Paper.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">To create the cute pocket on the front of the apron or pinny as they say in the UK, I took the largest of the rounded style Antique ATC Frames Die Set to create the shape at the bottom. I did a partial diecut, so I could create the full pocket shape, so the top is square for the pocket opening, but the pocket base has a fun scalloped finish. I pleated a red organza ribbon with a satin trim to create the frill at the top of the pocket and added another strip just below the pocket top. This helped to define the pocket and make it visible, as I'd lined up the pattern so well, it was pretty much seamless and disappeared a bit! I also added some faux stitching with a metallic shine red pen which also accentuates the pocket edge better, but this shows up best in person, I couldn't get a great picture of this in the stills.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPVLHEDOa-OdfENfKyDs-MDAkqF28uypLc0wjF5_EaGgeu_DzdDuwY0jNm04GNvMTnqYMupE5Jq9pwIhHF10U9VXshiwjpX0Fk_8GBHL2fbry8qhz1Sjqg-PrkMmlx2VtK0f88veaLni7qq4RyRHDZvnW0geNEPE6yU0OzBpZ9HmZDwdfqKiJ26S35cQk/s1600/Wends_Just%20Roll%20with%20It%20Stamps_Gingerbread%20Greetings%20Stamps.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPVLHEDOa-OdfENfKyDs-MDAkqF28uypLc0wjF5_EaGgeu_DzdDuwY0jNm04GNvMTnqYMupE5Jq9pwIhHF10U9VXshiwjpX0Fk_8GBHL2fbry8qhz1Sjqg-PrkMmlx2VtK0f88veaLni7qq4RyRHDZvnW0geNEPE6yU0OzBpZ9HmZDwdfqKiJ26S35cQk/w640-h640/Wends_Just%20Roll%20with%20It%20Stamps_Gingerbread%20Greetings%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">After cutting the apron shape in the tartan paper I did it again with a top folding A2 card base, which I added the tartan paper to, so the card opens at the top. I did score a fold lower down however, as I'd added the eyelets for the apron strings through all the layers, which meant it didn't open freely at the top fold, so I created another fold below those. I decorated the inside of the card with a sweet image from the Just Roll with It Clear Stamp Set and also a sentiment which I created from the Gingerbread Greetings Clear Stamp Set. It had the perfect words to create a cute sentiment for this scene.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlGpf24o6uP5RJQP6IO1dQU3C5UfKz-QBkk__DvrQ0qijLSzrk1k4Ru92tG_AvorU8rRMWQkvZBzhdqr745WQucKqPliDwmYTkbcYTcgpkP6HP3Fg9WmzdlSBBiAo75xas2e3B_Xr7VIOUiuF55ghRATOlP8HGLPyiv4s1-X6TZcMCnVzj4QpATH7QJpk/s1600/Wends_Chopping%20Board%20and%20Rolling%20Pin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlGpf24o6uP5RJQP6IO1dQU3C5UfKz-QBkk__DvrQ0qijLSzrk1k4Ru92tG_AvorU8rRMWQkvZBzhdqr745WQucKqPliDwmYTkbcYTcgpkP6HP3Fg9WmzdlSBBiAo75xas2e3B_Xr7VIOUiuF55ghRATOlP8HGLPyiv4s1-X6TZcMCnVzj4QpATH7QJpk/w640-h640/Wends_Chopping%20Board%20and%20Rolling%20Pin.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I used the fabulous Baking Die Set, to diecut the breadboard and rolling pin from. I used Neenah Desert Storm for the front of the board and rolling pin and I inked the front of the breadboard and rolling pin with Walnut Stain Distress Ink and added detail with a Shiplap Background Stamp from Whimsy which is in their amazing sale right now, so if you love it, don't wait to grab it as stock is going fast. I dragged the Walnut Stain inkpad across the breadboard diecut to create streaks imitating woodgrain (like I've seen Gina K do, my first time trying, so not perfect), then added the detail with the Shiplap Background Stamp. I stamped fun sentiments on the reverse sides of the board and rolling pin which I cut from white cardstock and glued to the desert storm cardstock. I used VersaFine Clair Pinecone for these sentiments and VersaFine Clair Nocturne for the ones inside the card.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnewly%2Dreleased%2Dproducts&afftrack=" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4zDs0rEo6EdwhQ0YgbaP0ymMMAYIIOeHAEBNPfcdX3RXTjz1aeqDOHplbJCozg-N6EMHsV783E4RgSxdEqkF8CkzHWHMEGYFLCcy5qUqZU7PsNKMMaP1E5XHbTkSTXRQaHGXWKJb3w7uAjtbt4lBlEHHvUBJu0wuKRAOETl1gzID5SUEEmBfdjGB18ok/w400-h400/Whimsy_New%20Year%20Banner.png" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I cannot believe we're about to enter a new year! This year has flown by in the blink of an eye for me, but it's had its struggles along the way, so I'm not sad to leave it behind and embrace a new year with new optimism and energy. Wishing you all a wonderful restful, rejuvenating Christmas break and when it rolls around for you (as we are some of the first here in New Zealand to see the New Year) a very happy new year filled with joy, good health and abundance! Thanks to those of you who leave me love here on my blog and have been doing so for some time, please know how much I appreciate your comments and encouragement. I'm not very regular with my visits, but I hope I make up for it when I do get around to it! 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I receive a small commission, which costs you no extra whatsoever, but helps these companies see where their marketing efforts are most effective. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own.)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;"><b><a href="https://papercraft-challenges.blogspot.com/2023/12/challenge-101-christmas.html" target="_blank">Papercraft Challenges</a></b>: #101 ~ Christmas</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://craftygalscornerchallenges.blogspot.com/2023/12/challenge-250-tis-season.html" target="_blank">Crafty Gals Corner</a></b><span style="text-align: left;">: #250 ~ Tis The Season</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://cinspirations.blogspot.com/2023/12/december-challenge-happy-christmashappy.html" target="_blank">Creative Inspirations Challenge</a></b><span style="text-align: left;">: December ~ Happy Christmas/Happy New Year</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/wednesdaychallenge/simon-says-party-time-4/" target="_blank">Simon Says Wednesday Challenge</a></b>: Party Time (This card was made with Christmas celebrations in mind, but of course every good party has treats from the kitchen!)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-31261323008629306992023-12-24T22:30:00.002+13:002023-12-25T02:02:33.569+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Christmas Eve Greetings<div style="text-align: justify;">Hello lovely crafty friends, it's Christmas Eve here in New Zealand, I've wrapped all the pressies, prepped all the food for tomorrow and find I have a few minutes tonight to share another Christmas creation. I actually have several cards left to share, but found I was creating faster than I could blog! But I'm so pleased to have all the wrapping done ahead of time as I so often am up wrapping deep into the night on Christmas Eve. Am I alone in this?! </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG229a_ZGr4ejeEwoRp0bzEET9DWn-RPA7Qjduk7J_jlwzXwI6d3QChZdv2ANj5nnEL-F0ZcfBkU7wyCEtLLNN2LEcp_kyGdo7PitGduNyesn_lPzu3hA9nD3bvibPmIFUJGQdWCgQ0WkdyTn2vMWT_VLwOCyM6EFbUwsCMxtvajYeyjQ4-huUQJBHSLM/s1600/Wends_It's%20a%20Snowflake%20Mask%20Stencil_Snowball%20Family%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG229a_ZGr4ejeEwoRp0bzEET9DWn-RPA7Qjduk7J_jlwzXwI6d3QChZdv2ANj5nnEL-F0ZcfBkU7wyCEtLLNN2LEcp_kyGdo7PitGduNyesn_lPzu3hA9nD3bvibPmIFUJGQdWCgQ0WkdyTn2vMWT_VLwOCyM6EFbUwsCMxtvajYeyjQ4-huUQJBHSLM/w640-h640/Wends_It's%20a%20Snowflake%20Mask%20Stencil_Snowball%20Family%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I used the lovely new snowflake stencil from Whimsy to create this ink blended background. I used Spun Sugar, Milled Lavender and Tumbled Glass Distress Inks to blend the snowflake and then simply stamped a lovely sentiment in the middle to finish this CAS design. My mum asked for 'one last card' so I whipped up this card quite quickly and she was thrilled. I paired it with a lovely Innocent Pink Envelope from Gina K Designs. Mum happily was delighted with this last minute make and I must say I love how the ink blending came together for this creation. A very CAS design for me, but I love it. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fdecember%2D2023&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbpzAqvKLRx45LsnVJJeQoG4sbiC7ct1sKDak3eNgq9i6BEP8XxKJ5K0mar7N1_mnSkYbd3X-g0ttqGdHrvPQipin7Vvz5ba08_2OTYB5QyS9snrv_6EzIZ6VZP52nELMxma8s75AmB37U-e3G_YCSruT56Koy-ojEUoWp8MbVng08le2mbFFbk85hnkA/w640-h360/December%201st%20Release.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><div style="text-align: justify;">Thanks for popping in to visit today. I hope your Christmas plans are coming together well. I'm happy to be well prepared for a change and I'm so looking forward to our lovely plans with extended family tomorrow. I can't wait to give the littlies their pressies, that always gives me so much joy! Hugs and Happy Christmas Wishes, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fnovember%2D2023%2Fproducts%2Fits%2Da%2Dsnowflake%2Dmask%2Dstencil&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhjMMjuqhrqPY9sqw90aUAKD6Nu6w87RgxijFOoJzjtXnVHR3JnVSTIwYv_k4gUArrL76jN9jE8VP0U-zmC50r1imUPRi26_FWp7rSykZEYE9u2ZiysxI2-d1-KIaE6f_KlTqv0YCLxDZRlkeK7PNMkIoaPKjMlrqK9vXmuk4TDGgTEFhK7hBihWDGnB2g=w213-h320" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I receive a small commission, which costs you no extra whatsoever, but helps these companies see where their marketing efforts are most effective. I only design for companies whose products I absolutely love and buy for myself. My opinions are always my own. If you're new to Whimsy please feel free to use the Whimsy Stamps discount code in my sidebar if you're doing some shopping and remember to check out their <a href="http://shrsl.com/40h75" target="_blank">sale and retiring section</a>, the deals are phenomenal!)</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><b>Challenge Entries</b>:</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://www.simonsaysstampblog.com/mondaychallenge/?p=33826" target="_blank">Simon Says Monday Challenge</a></b>: Let It Snow</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span></div></div></div></div></div>Wendy Nicola Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12518518375538245173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8568692629855290359.post-80748489331953198322023-12-20T11:00:00.038+13:002024-01-22T15:08:18.135+13:00Whimsy Stamps ~ Gnome So Thankful<div style="text-align: justify;">Hey crafty friends, I'm back with a cute card I've made to send to Crissy Armstrong for Christmas. I adore her images and her gnomes are some of my absolute favourites, so I took great joy colouring up this cutie for her. I used a gorgeous paper from the Whimsy Slimline Range called SurReally Cool Christmas to create the background. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6smXTu3oLUqtfy5hgkuXVJ3pDJkSqxenVxqrFY4qqn3rcV-fR-0L39_Ex2muE1staizTd7VH0RPgwkWkKg3QrTTlJrF562X-t_aIr_jkSbN5W-HCUonYC08XvOcWHhSGy9a2JlSFEXxbjpb-WrRspU0dZ96FjcDEfaBOHxccr72xzP-Euoz7o2Rn-iR8/s1600/Wends_SurReally%20Cool%20Christmas%20Slimline%20Paper_Gnome%20So%20Thankful%20Stamps_Sweet%20Word%20Die.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6smXTu3oLUqtfy5hgkuXVJ3pDJkSqxenVxqrFY4qqn3rcV-fR-0L39_Ex2muE1staizTd7VH0RPgwkWkKg3QrTTlJrF562X-t_aIr_jkSbN5W-HCUonYC08XvOcWHhSGy9a2JlSFEXxbjpb-WrRspU0dZ96FjcDEfaBOHxccr72xzP-Euoz7o2Rn-iR8/w640-h640/Wends_SurReally%20Cool%20Christmas%20Slimline%20Paper_Gnome%20So%20Thankful%20Stamps_Sweet%20Word%20Die.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I coloured and fussy cut the little hill of mushroom houses from the stamp set to extend the paper in a toning shade of green. I cut the slimline panel in half, so it was the right width for the A2 card front, but it was too short so I added plain cardstock to matt the lower half and then built up my layers over this. I cut two little hills free hand from some white glitter cardstock and added those over the little hill scene to complete the card front. I trimmed all the edges with my Tim Holtz Deckle Edge Trimmer.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWiJ29xfZlVsPl9O66vxomtl7xrTIMV2V7NRE1o4o3eY-e8Mxnfr4k4zA8DN379QXNuNSbhn11oOTA9J-bmeOnWyb4rb1dDlTyeiIwyuVM4D9JL676x2rmmeNy4tlzx3M2q4Wue_6YDGceG5LtPL0DfUCd_l0JZyQwAMHeyc2Y3hIzoxKq1HlMrd2Hpi0/s1600/Wends_Sweetest%20Gnome.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWiJ29xfZlVsPl9O66vxomtl7xrTIMV2V7NRE1o4o3eY-e8Mxnfr4k4zA8DN379QXNuNSbhn11oOTA9J-bmeOnWyb4rb1dDlTyeiIwyuVM4D9JL676x2rmmeNy4tlzx3M2q4Wue_6YDGceG5LtPL0DfUCd_l0JZyQwAMHeyc2Y3hIzoxKq1HlMrd2Hpi0/w640-h640/Wends_Sweetest%20Gnome.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I love these sweet Tomte style gnomes, they remind me of Sweden and of my bestie over there. My absolute favourite artistic interpretation of these sweet Swedish gnomes are Crissy's. She captures their charm and has managed to stay quite true to the Swedish folklore imagery, whilst still bringing her own flavour and style to them. I coloured this cutie and the hillside with Copic Markers. I had initially coloured the hillside in YG67, 63 and 61, but realised I needed to make it tone better with the paper, so went over the top with BG18, 15 and 13. My darkest red is R59, then for the gnome I used R89, 39, 37 and 35, but for the toadstool house caps, I switched the R30's for R20's, R29, 27 and 24. I used cool greys for the gnome's beard and warm greys for the toadstool bases.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJiiDtEV6wjSsH2Bpc2cm_hswx711ih30H9zXeYbA6lzjoRn6y5E7xp6nl4nKg0W03Tz1P_mY6ZJrxAds67NpR6-ZlfKD4c9otRvPQi2rAUkvNLol4cOC6rumOuoXKpY9uN42Jhir1w4VD9XoNJ4D718rrHbfkXZnZBVQiRWpKbe-i4fDhS9Ut3TlIbUk/s1600/Wends_Subsentiment.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJiiDtEV6wjSsH2Bpc2cm_hswx711ih30H9zXeYbA6lzjoRn6y5E7xp6nl4nKg0W03Tz1P_mY6ZJrxAds67NpR6-ZlfKD4c9otRvPQi2rAUkvNLol4cOC6rumOuoXKpY9uN42Jhir1w4VD9XoNJ4D718rrHbfkXZnZBVQiRWpKbe-i4fDhS9Ut3TlIbUk/w640-h640/Wends_Subsentiment.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">I used a lovely cardstock from Spellbinders called Blue Spruce to diecut the Sweet word from, it toned beautifully with the background paper. I wanted a little subsentiment to finish the phrase, but didn't have the right stamps or size in my stash, so pulled out the Tim Holtz Idea-ology Sticker Book from this year and found a perfect little sentiment to fit beneath the word die. I was really happy with the finished look. I just added some dimension behind the mushroom caps, so they sat proud of the background a little and the wee gnome was added with foam for dimension too. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4K2QYzAgZ3yhjFoFnidT4m4TvzRMmKKWDXue-tCNe_qh8yWlRNVYTdLrufy5v50JC0KStURze8T_XcvRlhv1r_waNiUfwrMBxsyx6vLMR9i8Ig8uf3i3sqai9QCoczwRUViYuQH288XbNiXYxsGVc6Eddp7c5uGAK6tAEglD9vG5lMKR7M8Qp67TMBeo/s1600/Wends_Sweet%20Gnome.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1600" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4K2QYzAgZ3yhjFoFnidT4m4TvzRMmKKWDXue-tCNe_qh8yWlRNVYTdLrufy5v50JC0KStURze8T_XcvRlhv1r_waNiUfwrMBxsyx6vLMR9i8Ig8uf3i3sqai9QCoczwRUViYuQH288XbNiXYxsGVc6Eddp7c5uGAK6tAEglD9vG5lMKR7M8Qp67TMBeo/w640-h640/Wends_Sweet%20Gnome.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I need to get cracking on Christmas wrapping, so may slow down with posts soon, but just really wanted to share a few of these last minute cards I've been making after the big batch I did for Mum. Ironically, she phoned tonight asking for some more cards, so I'll be working on those for her as we get into the quieter days after Christmas, as this request was for birthday and get well cards. So lovely she's enjoying my creations so much.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fcollections%2Fdecember%2D2023&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbpzAqvKLRx45LsnVJJeQoG4sbiC7ct1sKDak3eNgq9i6BEP8XxKJ5K0mar7N1_mnSkYbd3X-g0ttqGdHrvPQipin7Vvz5ba08_2OTYB5QyS9snrv_6EzIZ6VZP52nELMxma8s75AmB37U-e3G_YCSruT56Koy-ojEUoWp8MbVng08le2mbFFbk85hnkA/w640-h360/December%201st%20Release.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: justify;">Thanks for popping in to visit today. I still have a few more Christmas makes to share, so I'll be back soon I hope with another crafty adventure. Until then, hugs and happy Advent, Wends xoxo</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div><a href="https://whimsystamps.com/pages/our-creative-team-members" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgbtB0Uz-tdROLZDCLfxeyV6a_hb21_ECTGlMlfFD6LOuILHB_uMcyqsMlz_GVivEQpOALOopIuZiG9AOgIjpW13Y_gkBQy3UVAfgLyGTJ2RyIl_aynmpdByvjakL9VYjFTzSUS3A0_PPr4_I6YGTcQCRO9_sypIrpbI1l77aFEVoHVlHPzlp0qeXMg=s320" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fnew%2Dgnome%2Dso%2Dthankful%2Dclear%2Dstamps%3F%5Fpos%3D10%26%5Fsid%3Daf86040f9%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="551" data-original-width="317" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUHo3-0bzrNaJfS3p9ZW4Zk3VzVE-G5WoxHqVXpXY7OySYBDMjgQUM3zBfyiB-wElojo8YEO9B5LX9FXSTCGwQxl7EJGdVebUBrkd2LOwfPrCwUPOAa16hs-2M7Hc3ezO7kkLj6EjSSmfPNP7xQuPa0YRuE_fk1L0pguQHqV4XaY9UTlPryWS-rn9fGxE/s320/Gnome%20So%20Thankful%20Clear%20Stamps.jpg" width="184" /></a><a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1704786&u=2712802&m=106015&urllink=whimsystamps%2Ecom%2Fproducts%2Fsweet%2Dword%2Dand%2Dshadow%2Ddie%2Dset%3F%5Fpos%3D1%26%5Fsid%3D332d92efc%26%5Fss%3Dr&afftrack=" style="margin-left: 1em; 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