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2 more beautiful scenes with the After the Storm stamp set with video


Yesterday I shared the details on two cards featuring the After the Storm stamp set seen here.  Today I'm sharing two more.  


Creating scenes is one of my favorite stamping techniques and this set features distinktive images we've never had before. 

My color scheme here is So Saffron, Balmy Blue, Black & White. I did use our fabulous Blending Brushes to achieve the sky background.  They really do help you get a smooth finish.  Although here I wanted the sky to be slightly imperfect with light and darker areas for a cloudy look. 

Here I created a mask for the sun using a 1 1/2" circle and sponged in So Saffron ink.  Then I stamped the sun's ray's.  To accent them I added the thin lines using 2nd generation Balmy Blue ink.  You can sponge the sky before or after you stamp the sun's rays. Since it's a light color ink it really doesn't matter.  

For the card below I used the rock & roll technique for the clouds.  You can see how this is done in the video below.  I used Smoky Slate and Balmy Blue ink on the cloud images.  

Within the clouds I sponged a hint of a 'sun' with a sponge dauber & So Saffron ink and added the sun rays from that.  All images are from this stamp set except for the trees; they are from the Beauty of Friendship stamp set.  The White greeting is 3/4" thick and the left end is punched with the Treasured Tag Pick a Punch. 

Below is the video for both of these cards & two more! 

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  • Lily Pond Lane card kit – limited quantities!


    The adorable Lily Pond Lane designer paper is the star of these colorful cards. I created 5 card designs; 3 of which are fun folds. What I like about this DSP is how versatile it is; young or old, men, women or kids – it's great for anyone! 

    Each month I create two card kits where the DSP is the focus of the projects. These cards can be purchased as a pre-cut kit to go or choose the PDF tutorial option. Those who choose the kit will make 2 each of the 5 cards for a total of 10 cards.

    I have a limited number of kits available due to limited stock; opt in soon! 

    This kit includes the following Stampin' Up! products:

    • 10 pre-cut cards including die-cuts and punched pieces
    • 1/2 pkg of Lily Pond Lane 6 X 6" designer paper (some fussy cutting needed)
    • a share of Dappled Dots gems
    • a share of Peach Pie 3/8" ribbon
    • the free PDF tutorial with measurements, photos, supplies list and step by step directions.

    You will need the following to complete the cards:

    • Pretty Peacock ink (or a similar color)
    • Greeting images (i used Simply Said & Unbounded Love but any will work)
    • Paper snips scissors & Paper Trimmer, Adhesives 

    Opt in for the pre-cut card kit ($30) with products here.  Or choose the PDF tutorial option for $15 here. 

    The card kit will mail out at the end of July. The PDF tutorial is emailed to you immediately after payment.  Add on a second kit to go & save on postage.

    See my other available kits or tutorials here. 

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  • Bonus Days are here! Plus lots of exciting new products seen online!!


    First, I want to wish you a wonderful & happy 4th of July!  I hope you get to spend it with family or friends.

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    Bonus Days start today!  That means that for each $50 you spend (before tax and shipping) you earn a free $5 coupon to redeem in August. 

    Tips on earning & using these coupons:

    • Spend in July & redeem in August – if you tend to order monthly or every other month it makes sense to assure your order is over $50 in July so you can redeem it in August
    • Need some of the new colors – In Colors or the new Basic Beige? Grab them in July!
    • Wanting to try Paper Pumpkin kits? Or if you already love Paper Pumpkin grab a 3 or 6 month pre-paid subscription here and earn free coupons!

    Below is a sneak peak of the upcoming 3 months of Paper Pumpkin kits. There is an optional add on that coordinates with each of these kits! See that here. 

    Remember that Paper Pumpkin subscribers get perks!  They are eligible to purchase any of the available past kits, refills or add ons.  I love the refill options; they're a fabulous deal!  See those here. 

    Subscribe here to receive a kit sent to you each month. *Remember you are in charge of the kits you receive.  You can opt out or skip a month.  If you want to receive the Painted Petals kit be sure to opt in or subscribe by July 10th!

    My subscribers get a free project tutorial that includes multiple bonus projects each and every month!  Here is a peak at May's tutorial projects: 

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    Click here to see the many new Online Exclusive products released yesterday; you can print it out too.  Fall, Halloween and Christmas as well as everyday greetings.  Here's a flyer made by Terri Gaines that you can print so see them all. Download July 24-OnlineExclusivesRelease

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  • Beautiful Fun Fold card kit with Mediterranean Blooms DSP; reserve one soon


    Look at these gorgeous fun fold cards featuring the Mediterranean Blooms designer paper.

    Navy, Yellow, Peach & White pair up to create stunning projects. There are 5 fancy fold designs and I made 2 of each. These projects include some fussy cutting of the designer paper images. 

    This pre-cut kit is $30 plus shipping & includes the following:

    • 10 pre-cut cards including die-cuts
    • 1/2 pkg of Mediterranean Blooms DSP (6" X 12"), a share of White Diagonal trim ribbon, and Opal Round gems & 10 envelopes
    • PDF tutorial with photos, measurements, supplies list and step by step directions

    This kit will be mailed out at the end of July via Priority Mail. The PDF tutorial is emailed immediately after payment.

    *this is the kit my subscribers will receive.  Want to get a pre-cut kit each month? Subscribe here: 

    You will need the following items to finish the cards:

    • greeting images – I used the new Everyday Greetings online exclusive set but any can be substituted
    • Night of Navy ink 
    • Paper trimmer (to cut your new DSP), paper snips scissors, adhesives

    Opt in for the product based pre-cut kit bu July 18th here:  

    Click here for to get the PDF tutorial.  It includes photos, measurements, supplies list and step by step directions

    Combine this kit with another and save on shipping costs.  See my kit & tutorial options here. 

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