SSINKspiration 2019 Sale-a-bration Favorite Stamp Set: Hello Cupcake

Good morning!  How are you enjoying the extended holiday festivities?  I love this week since we're all off and get to just relax (and I try to get a few things done around the house).  Despite placing my preorder for the Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalog at the beginning of the month I haven't had a chance to play with any of my goodies until this week.  Today the SSINKspiration team is sharing projects using our favorite stamp set from this years Sale-a-bration brochure.  There are so many great products this week but given my love of sweets, and cupcakes in particular it should be no surprise that the Hello Cupcake stamp set is one of my favorites!

For this card I used Flirty Flamingo cardstock for the cardbase and then added a piece of Berry Burst cardstock and embossed with the Big Shot and Subtle Dynamic Embossing Folder before adding a strip of Early Espresso Designer Series Paper from the Neutrals Designer Series Paper package.  For the ribbon I used Calypso Coral 1/8" Sheer Ribbon (but honestly I thought it was flirty flamingo, haha!)

For the main stamped image I used Early Espresso, Flirty Flamingo, and Berry Burst to stamp the cupcake images (and since they're photopolymer lining up was a breeze).  I used the Big Shot and Stitched Shapes Framelits to cut out both the cupcake and the greeting.  I sponged around the edge of the greeting with Early Espresso ink and then attached the greeting circle with dimensionals.

This cupcake looks good enough to eat, I love it!

Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today's card:

Product List

Hello Cupcake Photopolymer Stamp Set [149714]	Big Shot [143263]	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]	Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143706]	Calypso Coral 1/8" Sheer Ribbon [144173]
Flirty Flamingo 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [141416]	Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144243]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Neutrals 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper [146967]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]

Have a great weekend!

Diana

A Feminine Take on Postcard Pals

Good morning!  I'm back and sharing a really easy card using my featured Product of the Week, the Postcard Pals stamp set, but taking a completely different turn from yesterdays card.  Using the greetings in stamp sets either on their own or mixing with other elements from the catalog help expand their usefulness so today I'm sharing a soft, romantic feeling card.

The cardbase is Petal Pink and then I took a piece of Highland Heather cardstock and embossed it with the Big Shot and Garden Trellis Embossing folder (I sponged over the embossed piece with Berry Burst ink to highlight the embossed pattern).

Next I took a piece of the Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper that has some floral frame pieces and cut it out so it's the perfect mat for my greeting, which was stamped in Fresh Fig ink.

To finish off the card I added a piece of Berry Burst 3/8" Mini Ruffled Ribbon to add to the romantic feel of the card.

Isn't it cool how changing up the colors and embellishments completely changes up the use of the stamp set?

Below are easy ordering links for product's used on today's card:

Product List

Postcard Pals Clear-Mount Stamp Set [146701]	Big Shot [143263]	Berry Burst 3/8" (1 Cm) Mini Ruffled Ribbon [146944]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Highland Heather 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146986]
Garden Trellis Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143741]	Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper [146913]	Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]

Enjoy,

Diana

SSINKspiration Color Sketch #SSINKCC49: Party Pandas

Good morning and Happy New Year! And just like that we've said goodbye to 2017 and welcomed in the new year, I had a wonderful and quiet time with the guys that also included a lot of crafting as we waited for the ball to drop.  Today the SSINKspiration blog is kicking off the New Year with a fun color challenge and to help get us ready for fresh new things I decided to give you a sneak peak of a new stamp set that will be released in a couple of days when Sale-a-bration kicks off later this week, Party Pandas.  I grew up loving and collecting pandas so it's no surprise that this is the first item I used from the preorder.

I started with Blushing Bride cardstock for the cardbase and then layered Melon Mambo cardstock behind the cardfront which is Pool Party cardstock that was embossed with the Big Shot and Polka Dot Basics Embossing Folder.

Next I used the Sweet and Sassy Framelits to cut out a heart using Melon Mambo cardstock and then embossed it using the Sweetheart Embossing Folder (if your piece of cardstock is small enough you can use this folder to get the embossing without the design in the center).  Then to add a little bit of glimmer I used the Clear Wink of Stella and lightly added glimmer to the raised embossed pattern.


For the main image I stamped the Party Pandas using Basic Black ink on Whisper White cardstock and then cut it out with the Stitched Shapes Framelits.  I used the Pool Party Stampin' Blends to color in the envelope and then a Melon Mambo marker to color in the cute little heart on the envelope.  I used dimensionals to attach the panda piece to the cardfront.  To finish out the card I stamped the greeting on Blushing Bride cardstock and cut it out with framelits before attaching it with a mini dimensional.  The final touch is a double bow tied with Basic Black Baker's Twine.

This is such a cute stamp set and so easy to use and create, and this color combination is perfect for Valentine's, which I'm starting to think about now that Christmas is over.  Make sure to check out the other cards the design team is sharing using the same color sketch and then play along, we would love to see what you create!

Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today's card:

Product List

Party Pandas Clear-Mount Stamp Set [147221]	Big Shot [143263]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]
Sweet & Sassy Framelits Dies [141707]	Basic Black Baker's Twine [134576]	Sweetheart Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143705]	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122924]	Melon Mambo 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [115320]
Blushing Bride 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [131198]	Pool Party Stampin' Blends Markers Combo Pack [144605]

Enjoy!

Diana

SSINKspiration Blog Hop: It's all About Love!

Good morning!  Love is definitely in the air, can you feel it?  I have a lot of fun with this holiday and showing my family what they mean to me (plus, let’s admit it glitter and bling are not only acceptable but expected for Valentine’s so I’ve been in my happy place!)  Today it’s time for another addition of the Stylin’ Stampin’ INKspiration blog hop and this month is all about Love!  I decided to share two projects that you can still make and be ready to give to your sweetie come Monday.   I decided to use the Going Global stamp set (I realize that I used it last month as well) and it has some great images perfect for this time of year, especially if you’re looking for something a little less “flowery” with a lot of versatility.

 As you hop along, please be sure to comment and show some love on every blog! We are always excited to hear from our followers! You should have just left stop number #1 on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop - Jenny at Jenny G Paper Crafts. If so, you are in the right spot. If a link doesn't work or you get off track, you will find the full blog hop lineup below.

To start I’m sharing quick and cheery card that mixes some fun elements.  I started with Blushing Bridge cardstock for the base and then embossed a piece of Garden Green cardstock using the Big Shot and Happy Hearts Embossing folder and at the top I added apiece of Love Blossoms Designer Series Paper.  I used Whisper White 3/8” Stitched Satin Ribbon to wrap around the paper pieces and then tied a knot.

For the greeting I used the Going Global stamp set and stamped the greeting in Early Espresso in on Whisper White cardstock and then punched it out with the 2” Circle Punch.  I used my Rose Red Stampin’ Write Marking to outline the heart in the greeting so it pops and then matted the piece with some Rose Red cardstock that I punched using the 2 3/8” Scallop Circle Punch and attached it to the cardfront with dimensionals.  See?  Nice and simple and you could certainly whip this up (or 20 of them) in a flash!

I decided to make a second item using the same stamp set, this time gift packaging using our Muslin Bags (yes, they are awesome!).  I used Basic Gray ink to stamp the constellation image all over the front of the bag (make sure you have a piece of cardboard inside your bag so your ink doesn’t blead through) and let it dry.  Next I stamped the greeting using Melon Mambo ink on White Shimmer Paper, punched it out with the Sweetheart Punch and then colored in the little heart using the Gold Wink of Stella Pen (these are new, and if you like to add a little bling you MUST have these, so easy and just a touch of sparkle, and no mess!)  Behind the heart is a small scallop circle piece of Bermuda Bay cardstock that I embossed with the Confetti Embossing Folder and then I add a piece of Gold Sequin trim for more sparkle.  I added a piece of Bermuda Bay 1 ¼” Grosgrain Ribbon and then a piece of Melon Mambo Designer Series Paper from the Brights DSP Stack that was cut out with the Deco Label Framelits.  I attached all these pieces together using dimensionals and Tombo Liquid Glue and then used some Fast Fuse to attach the entire piece of the front of the bag (I pushed down really hard and it stays in place).  Then it’s just a matter of filling the bag with a treat (I’m thinking something with chocolate would just about be perfect!!)

I love how you can use just little piece of accessories to really help dress up a project without making it go overboard (and be crazy expensive) and this bag could certainly be reused more than once.

Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today’s projects:

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 Make sure to check out the rest of the blog hop for lots of other great ideas.  If you click the “Next” button, you’ll go to Bree’s site (I love her creativity!!) but you can also access any of the hopper’s site from the full blog list below.

Blog Hop Participant List:

1. Jenny at Jenny G Paper Crafts
2. Diana at Stampin Fun with Diana
3. Breelin at Craft-Somnia Momma
4. Leanne at Literally My Joy
5. Kim at Stamping with Kim
6. Donna at Geek Squad Crafting

Have a great day,

Diana

Can You Case it? Design Team - Sketch Challenge CYCI #79

Happy Sunday!  This will sound a little selfish but we have been enjoying our relaxing, kidless week (we miss the kiddo but it’s a little fun to have a break, just being honest!)  Today I’m meeting a friend for manis/pedis and I’m really looking forward to this, plus I’m hoping to finish getting ready for convention since I leave on Tuesday.  For this weeks Can You Case It? Sketch challenge since several of the designers are getting ready for convention we were given a play day and we could create anything we wanted.  I’ve been making a lot of birthday cards so I wanted to break out and do something different and I was so excited when the Groovy Love stamp set was in the new catalog so I decided to give it a little love. 

I started with Rich Razzleberry cardstock for the cardbase and then added a piece of Whisper White that I sponged with the Hearts and Stars Decorative Mask (these are such a great tool, and very inexpensive!!)  The greeting is from the Lovely Amazing You stamp set (this stamp set was the last one released as part of the original monthly Photopolymer Stamp set program which means it may only be available for 6 months after it’s release so if you want this set in your stamping toolbox make sure to order soon!) and was stamped in Tuxedo Black Momento Ink (I will admit it depends on the day if this saying is true, don’t you agree???,  Haha!!)  Next I added a piece of Gold Designer Series Paper (from the Neutrals Designer Series Paper Stack (this is a new addition this year and it’s great!!) and matted it with Basic Black before attaching it to the cardfront.  I used the ½” Circle Punch to punch little notches on the sides so I could wrap some Basic Black Baker’s Twine around the DSP layers and then tie a bow.

For the main stamped image I used the Groovy Love stamp set and stamped the heart outline in black ink on Rich Razzleberry cardstock before cutting it out with the 2” Circle Punch.  Next I stamped the dotted heart in Versamark Ink on Basic Black cardstock and then heat embossed it with the Heat Tool and Gold Embossing Powder and then punched it out with the Sweetheart Punch and attached both layers with dimensionals so it really pops up.

It was fun to change things up and add lot of “luxury” to this card with the gold, embossing, and sponging, this could be a great anniversary card or just letting someone know you’re thinking of them, it’s fun to surprise people with card, just because.  The other designers have come up with some great cards to inspire you so please, go check them out and then share your card so we can see all the fun!

Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today’s card:

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Have a great Sunday and I hope you enjoyed today’s card!

Diana

Styin' Stampin' INKspiration January Blog Hop: New Occasions Catalog Fun

Happy Thursday, it’s blog hop time friends!  With the release of the Occasions catalog this week it’s only fitting that this month the designers are sharing projects made with their favorite items from the new catalog.  Since Valentine’s is the first big event of the new year (and a holiday I love, but actually I love all holidays!) most of my preorder products are loved themed so that’s what I’m sharing with you today.  I also love that the new sets in the Occasions catalog are not strickly “Valentine’s Day” but are more generic so you can use them for other occasions throughout the year.

As you hop along, please be sure to comment and show some love on every blog! We are always excited to hear from our followers! You should have just left stop number (#5) on the Stylin' Stampin' INKspiration Blog Hop - (Jennifer G. at Jenny G Paper Crafts). If so, you are in the right spot. If a link doesn't work or you get off track, you will find the full blog hop lineup below.

 The first project I have for you is a card that uses two new sets, You Plus Me, and Big on You.  I started with Basic Gray for the cardbase and then added a piece of Stacked with Love Designer Series Paper (you’re going to love this new paper stack, on side of each paper is full of color while the reverse sides are all black and white for even more uses, plus you save 15% when you buy the DSP and stamp set bundle, BONUS!)  Next I wrapped some Basic Black Baker’s Twine around the DSP and tied a nice little bow.  The big greeting is from the Big on You stamp set and is stamped on Coastal Cabana cardstock with Black Memento Ink.  The little accent is from the You Plus Me stamp set and after using my Stampin’ Write Markers to color on the stamp and stamping on Whisper White cardstock I punched it out with the Oval Punch and made a mat using Basic Black cardstock and the Scalloped Oval Punch.  This is a nice simple card that doesn’t scream girly so I may be giving this to my sweetie!!

Of course I had to make a matching gift for my card so I made this little treat using the French Fry Die and my Big Shot (super easy I love these, and they hold a lot!!).  The box is Real Red and then I added a strip of DSP once again using the Stacked with Love Designer Series Paper Stack (I attached it to the box first and then trimmed it so it fit the curve of the box).  The tag was made by stamping the greeting from the You Plus Me stamp set and then I cut it out with the Project Life Cards and Labels Framelits and attached it to the box front with some Coastal Cabana Thick Baker’s Twine (I will admit I also used a dimensional on the far end of the tag to attach it permanently to the box so it didn’t dangle the wrong way).  I used a little hear that I punched out of Silver Foil Cardstock using the Confetti Hearts Punch as a fun little accent.  It’s super easy to fill this I just took some kisses and put them in a cello bag and tied it with Basic Black Baker’s Twine so it all coordinates.

I will admit with all boys in the house I tend to try to make projects that aren’t always girly so by adding the Coastal Cabana with the Basic Black and Real Red it gives me something even the guys will appreciate.

Below are easy ordering links for the products used on today’s projects:

Built for Free Using: My Stampin Blog

Make sure to check out the rest of the blog hop for lots of other great ideas.  If you click the “Next” button, you’ll go to Kim’s site but you can also access any of the hopper’s site from the full blog list below.

 

 Blog Hop Participant List:

1. Cynthia at Ink-A-Doodle Creations
2. Donna at Organized Chaos
3. Jennifer C. at Happy 2 Scrap 4 Life
4. Kathy at Katrina P's Creative Corner
5. Jennifer G. at Jenny G Paper Crafts
6. Diana at Stampin Fun with Diana
7. Kim at Stamping with Kim
8. Heidi at Stuck on Stampin'
9. Darcy at Dj's Stampin Place
10. Melissa at Stamp Doc
11. Carrie at Carrie Stamps

Enjoy and have a great day,

Diana