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Simply Sunday: Quick & Easy cards with Fresh As A Daisy Designer Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have 3 cards I’d like to share with you from the beautiful Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series Paper. The sheet that I am using was designed for you to create many different cards!! You’ll see how easy it is to create the pretty cards in no time at all … plus you’ll be introduced to some of the NEW colors.

Let me start with the new Bubble Bath (pink) …

The daisies cut to 4″ x 4″ from the sheet and was adhered to a piece of 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ Basic White. Our base is 11″ x 4-1/4″ then scored and folded at 5-1/2″. I used a piece of Garden Green scrap for a pop of color and tied a pretty little bow from White Bakers twine. I then stamped my greeting in Crushed Curry to pull that color from the flowers, and added 3 Tinsel Gems (4 pack) that are “Berry Burst” color but looked great on my card. I finished it off with some Wink of Stella on the White daisy petals.

My second card highlights the new Wild Wheat ….

The flower piece cuts to 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ and has an Early Espresso mat that measures 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ … I then added a strip of Wild Wheat to each side so it stretched out to 4-1/8″ inch. The card front was then layered onto the Basic White base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. Using a piece of scrap, I stamped my greeting in Early Espresso and snipped the ends off at an angle to create a different look.

My third and last card for the day highlights the NEW Copper Clay and Boho Blue…

The daisies cut from our designer paper measure 4″ x 5-1/4″ and matted with Basic White measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ … this is secured to the Copper Clay base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. I used the Stylish Shapes to cut out my circle for the greeting (stamped in Copper Clay) and the Copper Clay cardstock to die cut the banner. I embellised with the Adhesive Backed Solid Gems in Boho Blue.

I hope you enjoyed and felt inspired by the beautiful “Fresh As A Daisy” Designer Paper … and this is only from one sheet! Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to visit my blog.

Enjoy this beautiful day ~

Sending Smiles Card in Lemon Lolly

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Thought I would change things up a bit today and share my Sending Smiles Card created in Lemon Lolly. Who know I would flip head over heals for this new color. It’s so cheerful and some days we all need a little more cheer in our lives.

I created this card for the Tutorial Group that I am in …. Our June theme is our favorite new color.

Let me know if you would like the PDF for this card… just leave me a comment below. You will need WORD to open the file … I’d be happy to share this one with you.

Thanks for stopping by my blog today. Have a good one!!

Too Cool Ice Cream Cone Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Have you ever made a card … thought it was cute …. but the more you looked at it, the more you thought it needed something? That is how I felt about this card I created with the Share a Milkshake stamps & Dies, along with the Wanted to Say Dies.

My cardbase is Early Espresso to coordinate with my chocolate ice cream, or if you’re a Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream fan (out of Madison, WI) we call that deep rich chocolate; Zanzibar! My background is the Stargazing Designer paper and matted with Basic White. The cone is made from the Pecan Pie cardstock. It looked a little plain so I used the “waffle” die and pow ….. gave my pop I was looking for.

The Happy Birthday base or mat, is also die cut from the Stargazing designer paper and then topped off with the Basic White … a touch of Wink of Stella on our Happy Birthday. Just like building our cone! A few Berry Burst Tinsel Gems (4-pack) to embellish our cone … or you could call them “sprinkles”.

Making ice cream cones is pretty easy with these few ingredients and soooo tasty looking too. And that cone is going to be so good with all the warm weather we’ve been having

Thanks for joining me for a cone… Enjoy your weekend!

Friday Fun: International Beer Day

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Raise your glasses, beer lovers! Today, we come together to celebrate International Beer Day, a delightful occasion that unites people from all corners of the globe in the appreciation of the world’s oldest and most beloved alcoholic beverage… Beer!

And when you come from Wisconsin and it’s a Friday, this tasty beverages is usually paired with a Fish Fry!! Today, I have a fun “refreshing” card to share with you along with the instructions to make it.

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Crushed Curry 5 ½” x 8 ½”
  • Cardstock #2: Basic White 4” x 5 ¼”

Instructions:

  • Cut a 5 ½’ x 8 ½” Crushed Curry card base. Fold in half.
  • Cut a 4” x 5 ¼” Basic White panel.
  • Stamp (3) large and (4) small Watercolor Circles onto the Basic White panel using Crushed Curry ink.
  • Lightly spritz a little water to soften the edges. Let dry completely.
  • Using a Water Painter, add Crushed Curry ink to the brush and tap to speckle ink all over the panel as desired. Let dry completely.
  • Adhere the panel to the card front.
  • On a scrap piece of Basic White, stamp the glasses and foam using Jet Black Stazon ink.
  • Color the glasses using Crushed Curry ink and a Water painter. Cut.
  •  Cut a ¾” x 2 ½” strip of Basic White cardstock.
  • Stamp the sentiment using Jet Black Stazon ink. Cut the right edge to form a banner.
  • Adhere the sentiment to the top of the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Cut a 2 ¾” Crushed Curry circle.
  • Cut a 2 1/8” Basic White circle.
  • Stamp the sentiment onto the circle using Jet Black Stazon ink.
  • Adhere the sentiment to the Crushed Curry Circle.
  • Adhere the circle to the card front.
  • Adhere the glasses to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

What better way to commemorate this joyous day than with a handmade card using the charming Brewed for You stamp set by Stampin’ Up! Let’s raise our glasses and dive into the creative world of crafting cards and beers!

Thank you for hanging out with me today … Prost!

Most Wonderful Time of Year …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With the heat wave going on, I thought it would be nice to “chill” things out a bit and I’m doing so with some of the One Horse Open Sleigh and Irresistible Blooms On-Line Exclusive items. This card turned out stunning if I do say so myself!

I missed using the beautiful circle die image from the Irresistible Blooms and thought it would work perfect with the gorgeous One Horse Open Sleigh Designer paper… I chose the pattern with the A-Frame home so the die cut would frame the house.

I began with Basic White cardstock and die cut the circle out. Cut my designer paper so that it would “peek through” … I used dimensionals to pop up the white. The left over designer paper was “fussy” cut and glued to the front on my card.

I felt the white was too stark so I used Pool Party and my Blending Brush to soften the difference between the white and the designer paper and noticed how beautifully it enhanced the look of the card. When finished with the brushing, I mounted my card front onto a piece of Pecan Pie to pull the color of the house.

Next, I began the embellishing … first with the Adhesive Backed Snowflakes and then with the Iridescent Rhinestones. I places them on the little circle spots on the die cut.

The greeting I chose “was” from a set in the Clearance Rack but has since sold out … so chose what works best for you. It was stamped in Pool Party and when attached to the front, I attached then entire cardfront / mat onto my Basic White cardbase.

It reminds me of those old fashioned Christmas cards that we all loved, but updated with the beautiful die cut and embellishment.

Thanks for joining me today, and I hope my card took you back to the Most Wonderful Time of Year.

Thinking of You on Your Birthday …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today we are Thinking of You on Your Birthday and celebrating with a pretty pink and gray card created with the Circle Sayings and Patchwork pieces dies. There are so many combinations you can make with these two crafting tools in your stamp room… and they are fun to play with!

My cardbase is a piece of 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ Bubble Bath scored at 4-1/4″ then scored and folded. Next I cut a piece of Smoky Slate for my mat that will be used to arrange my die cut patchwork pieces. The pieces were cut from the Bright & Beautiful 6″ x 6″ Designer Series paper.

I used the Smoky Slate cardstock as a guide to align the pieces … starting with the corners and then filling in the rest of the pieces and spacing them evenly. I used my Tombo Liquid glue to secure them to the mat.

Using the Memento Ink I stamped the cupcake … colored it with Smoky Slate and Bubble Bath Stampin’ Blends. I stamped the flowers in Bubble Bath and then the “Thinking of You” over the top of the flowers with Memento Ink … then I punched it out with the coordinating 2-3/8″ Circle Punch.

The cupcake is fussy cut and popped up with a Stampin’ Dimensionals as was the entire punched circle when finished. I added a little Wink of Stella to the cupcake – just because!

I love the ombre look on the Bright & Beautiful designer paper, it’s subtle but pretty. Check out how I switched out every other die cut so you would get a two-toned look on our “burst” pattern, it gives it a more distinct color pallet. I have more ways to use this die and will be sharing them with you either LIVE on Facebook and / or right here on my blog.

Thank you for coming over to my blog, I appreciate it. Have a great day. PS: I will not be going LIVE today as I am on vacation … more on that too!

Card Challenge & Birds Eye View

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m packing for my trip today so I thought I’d share a really cute card with you created by one of my Design Team members, and I don’t have the Birds Eye View stamp set so it’s a treat for both you and me. We had a Tic-Tac-Toe challenge this month (I have not done mine yet … when I get back!)

I’m thinking that it is either … Any Shape / Ribbon / Animal *or* Any Shape / Embossed / Yellow. Which tic-tac-toe pattern do you think it is?? Either way, I think it turned out so cute!

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Lemon Lime Twist 5 ½” x 8 ½”, scored at 4 ¼”  
  • Cardstock #2: Basic White  4” x 5 ¼”,  2 1/8” circle die, ½” x 2 ½” banner die
  • Designer Paper: ¾” circle die

Instructions:

  • Cut out 20 circles from the designer paper using the ¾” circle die. Adhere each circle to the Basic White cardstock.
  • Stamp the owl and glasses on a scrap Watercolor Paper using Stazon ink. (Make sure that your Stazon is juicy before using it to make sure the image comes out nice and dark on the paper)
  • Use a water painter to color the owl. (I pressed the ink pad on a Stamping Block, then picked up the color with a bit of water). Cut out the owl using Paper Snip Scissors.
  • Cut out a circle using the 2 1/8” die. Adhere it to the card.
  • Stamp “hi” on a piece of scrap Basic White cardstock. Cut it out using the banner die. Add it to the card using Dimensionals.
  • Add the owl to the card using Dimensionals.
  • Use the Multipurpose Glue to add a “bubble” to each of the glass lenses.
  • Make a bow with the silver Simply Elegant Trim and add it to the card using a Glue Dot.
  • Apply Rhinestones.

I want to thank you my friends for today’s visit to my blog. I’d be happy to hear what Tic-Tac-Toe pattern I should use for my card. You can comment below.

Have a wonderful day ~

Dots & Spots & Birthday Greetings

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I’m tickled pink to share today’s card with you. I’m using the Circle Sayings Bundle and a “fun” die I just got called “Dot’s & Spots”. If you like polka dots, I think you’ll like this die! Now if this combination doesn’t spark your curiosity, let me add my color combination of our newest pink, Bubble Bath and Early Espresso. The recipe for this card will result in a cuteness overload!

Just take a peek …

We’ll begin with out cardbase which is the Early Espresso… chosen because of our “chocolate” cupcake. The Bubble Bath is cut to a standard 4″ x 5-1/4″ and then die cut with the Dot’s & Spots. Now don’t throw those die cut dots away because they can be used in a future Shaker Card. I attached the die cut piece directly to my card base using the Liquid glue.

On a piece of Basic White I stamped my cupcake with the Memento Ink and the greeting in Early Espresso. The greeting was punched with the coordinating 2-3/8″ punch from the bundle and the cupcake was colored and fussy cut. I used the Bubble Bath, Smoky Slate and #100 Stampin’ Blends to color.

The cupcake once colored was popped up with the Stampin’ Dimensionals. Behind the the greeting is the new Bubble Bath ribbon from the 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon Combo pack. This pack also includes Azure Afternoon and Lemon Lolly. It has a nice shimmer to it and a touch of silver. It almost makes the card look like a pretty little gift!

Once the ribbon was attached to the greeting, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals and attached it to the card front.

To complete my card I added the Bubble Gum Tinsel Gems – 4 pack onto the greeting. There is no shortage of dimension or texture to this card and it is sooo stinkin’ cute! I’m loving those polka dots, so I’m sure you’ll be seeing a lot more of them.

I’d like to thank you for spending a part of your Sunday with me. I hope you enjoyed today’s colors and finished card. Enjoy your day.

Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection ….

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you one of the beautiful bundles in our On-Line Collection; Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection ….

Today I’d like to share two cards that I created … I will include the cutting pattern for these two cards below. I used one of the 6″ x 6″ sheets of designer paper from the Hello, Irresistible paper and cut it to create my cards.

You will be able to CLICK on this photo and download the pattern for your personal use.

I used the 5-1/4″ x 4″ piece of designer paper to create my first card. This layout I’m sharing is very easy yet the designer paper makes your card look stunning ….

The background “is” the designer paper, you don’t have to do anything but choose one of the sentiments from the Stamp Set! I used the Dual Oval punch to highlight the sentiment and stamped it in Flirt Flamingo … same color as my card base.

I used the Daffodil Delight Loose Frosted Dots … HINT: they really pop when you put them over “white”. I’m really liking these dots!

The second card uses the 5-1/4″ x 2″ piece … remember the 3/8″ strips are to be used on the inside of the card.

The second half of the Flirty Flamingo cardstock was used to this card base as well. I used Timeworn Type embossing folder to add texture behind our designer paper, there is also a pop of color – I used So Saffron cardstock behind it.

I popped up the designer paper piece with Stampin’ Dimensionals. I then stamped my sentiment in Flirty Flamingo ink and punched it out using the Lovely Me Punch.

Thanks for stopping by today. This amazing Hello, Irresistible Suite Collection is available in my Online Store … or you can just click on the links below.

Have a great day!

Patchwork Pieces Video

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to share the video that I created going through step by step how I created the cards I shared with you yesterday. I will leave the cards on today’s post so you can check them out again, along with the key ingredients I used to make my cards … Enjoy the video!

Once all your colors are cut, I pull them apart and create a rainbow pattern. I used the Tombo Liquid glue to secure my pattern …

I stamped my greeting from Circle Sayings in Daffodil Delight and Starry Sky, then punched out with the coordinating 2-3/8″ punch. I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to pop it up and embellished it with the blue Tinsel Gems.

My next card is assembled as the first and then stamped with VersaMark ink … it’s a watermark ink so it works perfectly on the rainbow of color. This is a simple technique that many of us forget about, but it looks so cool ….

The flowers come from the Crafting with You stamp set as does the greeting that I stamped in Starry Sky. It was then die cut with the Stylish Shapes dies. I put a few scrap pieces on the back and trimmed them down to embellish my card.

The last card was assembled as the rest were but before I assembled it to the cardbase, I ran it the the Cut & Emboss Machine ….

Any one of our embossing folders would look great on these patterned die cuts in the Patchwork Pieces dies, and just another easy technique to change up your card and add some texture to your card.

I’ve got several more cards to make with the left over pieces … I’ll warn you, once you get started, you will have so much fun creating with these die. Have fun!! Thanks for checking in with me today.

A Rainbow of Fun & Techniques

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to share 3 different ways / techniques you can use with the Patchwork Pieces dies. I’m beginning with a “rainbow” of colors: Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie, Real Red, Gorgeous Grape and Starry Sky. I cut each piece of cardstock to 5″ x 3-1/2 inches … this will cut out the die pattern and leave a little frame. My “mat” the cardstock behind my die cut measures 5-1/4″ x 3-3/4″.

Once all your colors are cut, I pull them apart and create a rainbow pattern. I used the Tombo Liquid glue to secure my pattern …

I stamped my greeting from Circle Sayings in Daffodil Delight and Starry Sky, then punched out with the coordinating 2-3/8″ punch. I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to pop it up and embellished it with the blue Tinsel Gems.

My next card is assembled as the first and then stamped with VersaMark ink … it’s a watermark ink so it works perfectly on the rainbow of color. This is a simple technique that many of us forget about, but it looks so cool ….

The flowers come from the Crafting with You stamp set as does the greeting that I stamped in Starry Sky. It was then die cut with the Stylish Shapes dies. I put a few scrap pieces on the back and trimmed them down to embellish my card.

The last card was assembled as the rest were but before I assembled it to the cardbase, I ran it the the Cut & Emboss Machine ….

Any one of our embossing folders would look great on these patterned die cuts in the Patchwork Pieces dies, and just another easy technique to change up your card and add some texture to your card.

I’ve got several more cards to make with the left over pieces … I’ll warn you, once you get started, you will have so much fun creating with these die. Have fun!! Thanks for checking in with me today.

Sparkling Season … Find out how!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to the second card using the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper… I even have another 3″ x 3″ piece left to make another. Yesterday I shared this pretty woodsy card that cold be used for any occasion, I did a birthday card.

I used the Smoky Slate again today but highlighted it with the Mossy Meadow cardstock and ink. Because I am making this a Christmas card, I wanted just a hint of a traditional color… and the Mossy Meadow plays nice against the gray and brown tones of the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper.

Wondering how I got that sparkle background? It also adds some fun texture to the card … I used the Shimmery White Embossing Paste found on page 136 of your Annual Catalog. I used the long Palette Knife to drag it across my cardstock and create my background.

I popped up my 3″ x 3″ piece of the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper after matting with with a 3-1/8″ x 3-1/8″ piece of Mossy Meadow. I stamped my greeting from the Horse & Sleigh stamp set. I ordered the bundle which includes the dies to save 10% because you’re going to want the dies too.

No fancy punches or dies used for my greeting, just a scrap piece of paper and a diagonal cut using my scissors. I scrap piece of the designer paper in Mossy meadow was tucked behind the greeting to tie into the cardbase and mat.

The photo above that is on an angle really highlights the change in your cardstock when you use the Embossing Paste. It creates a two-tone look and adds that shimmer … so with that, I added a snowflake from the Adhesive Backed Snowflake Assortment and 3 of the gray Classic Mat Dots.

Thank you for stopping in or coming back to see the second of these two cards … one more to go! And to think, I only used one sheet so far.

Have a great day.

Simply Sunday: Birthday Greetings

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to share a warm and natural card I created for a birthday and I am using the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper. This pretty woodsy pattern is just to beautiful not to use it for as many occasions as you can think of.

I used the grays for my base and background; Basic Gray and Smoky Slate so the brown tones in the designer paper would shine through. The Smoky Slate cardstock was stamped with a design you can find in the Gone Fishing stamp set … I think it makes the type of lines you may find on a White Birch tree.

On the Basic Gray mat, I embossed it with the “stripes” from the Stripes & Splatters 3-D embossing folder to give the card a wonderful texture and looked like bark to me.

I stamped the greeting in Basic Gray onto Smoky Slate and then die cut it using the Stylish Shapes Circle die. I used the Linen Thread to add a natural embellishment to the card, and then secured the greeting over the top using Stampin’ Dimensionals. This added some dimension to the card.

Also adding dimension and texture were the Classic Matte Dots in gray that I enhanced the greeting with.

I love the soft tones of the Once Horse Open Sleigh designer paper and how the added little touches to this card really tie it all together. And it is very gender neutral with these colors.

Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to stop and visit with me. I will share a Christmas card with you tomorrow using this same pattern of designer paper. Till then, enjoy the rest of your day.

Sending You a Smile Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

So … Do you want to see what I did with the left overs from yesterdays Circle Sayings card? Today I’m using the Lost Lagoon die cuts and frame from the Patchwork Pieces dies that were not used on yesterdays card …

Today’s card will show you another way you can use your Patchwork Pieces dies. The card base is Pretty Peacock and uses the 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ Lost Lagoon frame. Instead of using several colors like I did yesterday, I only used 2 die cut pieces of the Lost Lagoon so that the Pretty Peacock shows through. Because I used the frame, the pieces line up nicely.

I also wanted to highlight another one of the stamp images … actually 3 of them. I like the fact that you can build your own designs for your cards, and I thought I’d send out smiles today. They are the best gift you can give ❤

I stamped my images in Pretty Peacock on Basic White cardstock and then punched it out with the coordinating 2-3/8″ Circle Punch. The mat is Pretty Peacock and die cut from the Stylish Shapes Dies. The stitched marks from both the Patchwork Pieces dies and Stylish Shapes add a lovely touch of texture to the card. To add dimension, I popped up my greeting with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

To finish off the card, I added the white embellishments from the Classic Mat Dots. It carries the white from the greeting throughout the card so your eyes automatically travel around the card.

Are you liking all the fun things you can do with the Circle Sayings bundle and the Patchwork Pieces dies? I have even more to share … I may even host a class! Would YOU be interested?

Thanks for joining me today ….Enjoy your weekend, and Happy Stamping!

Sunshine to Brighten Your Day

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Are you ready for more Circle Sayings? This card will bring the Sunshine to Brighten Your Day and will leave you yearning to hear the waves crashing against the rocks. Yesterday I shared the Sea Shells with you … today, the waves, and I will be combining the Patchwork Pieces dies into the card.

Let’s begin with out color pallet; I wanted the feel of the ocean and all it’s beautiful blue/green tones; Coastal Cabana, Azure Afternoon, Tahitian Tide, Pool Party, and Lost Lagoon dance across this card. You will have to cut one of each of these colors but then you’ll have enough left overs for 5 more cards!!

My card base is Coastal Cabana and then I matted with Azure Afternoon 4″ x 5-1/2″. For the layers you will cut one of each; I began with a 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ of each color. CENTER your die onto your cardstock … this way you can use the “frame” if you want to. I did on this card.

Now comes the fun part … choose the colors in a pattern that you prefer. I began with Pool Party, then Lost Lagoon, followed by Coastal Cabana, Tahitian Tide, then Azure Afternoon and the small piece on the bottom is Lost Lagoon. Experiment and have fun creating your color scheme.

Before I secured my layers down with the Tombo Liquid Glue, I used a Sponge Dauber to sponge on some Craft White Ink to make them look more like waves rippling through the ocean. It also created a softer transition between colors.

Next up was my waves from the Circle Sayings set. I simply colored this with my Lemon Lolly and Tahitian Tide Stampin’ Blends, but then after it dried, I added the Coastal Cabana from my Stampin’ Write Markers as there is not one in the alcohol based blends yet. Then I added some Shimmery White Embossing Paste to my wave!! Talk about texture… I love it!

I punched out my design with the coordinating 2-3/8″ punch from the Circle Sayings Bundle. The Coastal Cabana mat was die cut from the Reach for the Stars bundle.

I attached my stamped image with the Stampin’ Dimensionals to give some added dimension to the card. The greeting “Sunshine to Brighten Your Day” comes from the Sending Smiles stamp set and was stamped with Memento Ink to coordinate with our stamped image.

The fun color pallet and texture of this card will leave you feeling inspired. Happy Stamping and have a wonderful weekend!