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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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  • Hello Hollyhocks kit – pretty AND easy!


    I spent a few relaxing minutes putting together these pretty cards last weekend. It's the Hello Hollyhock kit from our Kit Collection. 

    They turned out beautifully! You can see this Hello Hollyhocks kit here.  It's a non-stamping kit that's all inclusive and would make a great gift or perfect for a relaxing crafting experience.  

    My cat Jazz loves to hang out with me while I stamp. 

    She wasn't much help but she did settle into the kit box somehow but was quite a tight fit! 

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  • Stunning cards in the Thoughtful Journey kit to go; or choose the PDF tutorial


    I couldn't wait to play and create with the gorgeous Thoughtful Journey designer paper.  I think scenic paper like this makes card making a breeze!  I decided to make each card a fancy fold too. 

    I design my kit around the paper and added supplies so all you need to add is stamped greetings. I chose to use the So Sincere set this time; which you can add on at a discount. 

    This incredibly beautiful designer paper is filled with watercolor scenes and backgrounds making is super easy to create with. 

    Opt in for the card kit to go by June 18th; supplies may be limited. The PDF tutorial will be emailed to you immediately after payment; check your spam folder. The pre-cut kit is mailed at the end of June. 

    This kit includes the following:

    • All pre-cut supplies for 10 cards including card stock, die-cuts & punched pieces
    • 1/2 pkg of Thoughtful Journey designer paper (6" X 6") 
    • a share of 2 colors Jute Twine and 3 color Tinsel gems & 10 envelopes
    • the free PDF tutorial which has step by step directions, photos, measurements & a supplies list

    *It does not include stamped images, textured layers or adhesives.  You will need greeting images, a few colors of ink, adhesives and a paper trimmer to cut your new designer paper. 

    Reserve your pre-cut card kit here.  It's $29 plus shipping.  Or choose the PDF tutorial option for $15  here.

    Add on the So Sincere stamp set at an extra 10% off. Message me here for a price quote. 

    The best deal is to add on another kit to save on shipping. See them all here. 

    *This is the kit my subscribers will receive in June.  If you're interested in getting a pre-cut kit each month with $20 in product  click here to opt in. You get an extra surprise in your package now and then & can cancel, skip or opt out at any time. It's $38 with Priority shipping. 


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  • Frames & Flowers card kit to go or choose the PDF tutorial. Limited quantity available!


    I was so excited when I saw the Frames & Flowers designer paper in the new catalog. It has multiple sheets of pre-cut elements that coordinate with the paper.  This makes it so easy to create with as you don't have to stamp or die-cut additional pieces. 

    Here are the pretty cards included in the pre-cut kit for June: 

    I design my kits around the paper so all you need to add are stamped greetings. I chose to use the new Simply Said set this time; which you can add on at a discount. I cut everything for you but the designer paper.  The PDF tutorial includes measurements so you can easily accomplish that. 

    Opt in for the card kit to go by June 18th; supplies may be limited. The PDF tutorial will be emailed to you immediately after payment; check your spam folder. The pre-cut kit is mailed at the end of June. 

    This kit includes the following:

    • All pre-cut supplies for 10 cards including card stock layers & die-cut elements
    • a share of Frames & Flowers designer paper  
    • a share of Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock gems & envelopes
    • the free PDF tutorial which has step by step directions, photos, measurements & a supplies list

    *It does not include stamped images, textured layers or adhesives.  You will need greeting images, a few colors of ink, adhesives and a paper trimmer to cut your new designer paper. 

    Reserve yourpre-cut card kit here. It's $29 plus shipping.  Or choose the PDF tutorial option for $15  here.

    Add on the Simply Said stamp set at an extra 10% off. Message me here for a price quote. 

    The best deal is to add on another kit to save on shipping. See them all here. 

    *This is the kit my subscribers will receive in June.  If you're interested in getting a pre-cut kit each month with $20 in product  click here to opt in. You get an extra surprise in your package now and then & can cancel, skip or opt out at any time. It's $38 with Priority shipping. 


    Make sure you check out the other June kit; combining saves $$ on shipping!

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