Autumn Themed Reading Card by Samantha Mann

Autumn Leaves and Cozy Reads Card!
Today we are sharing this perfectly fall book themed card by Samantha!

This card features:
Falling Leaves Stencil
Puppy's Reading List Stamp Set
Puppy's Reading List Die Set

Autumn Reads Stamp Set

Autumn Reads Die Set

I started by stamping the images from the Puppy's Reading and Autumn Reads stamp sets. I used lots of those little leaves from the Autumn Reads set, which is so fun to me! I love using the little images from the sets to make a big impact! I colored in the images with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Markers using pinks and yellows. I added some details with a white gel pen and then used the coordinating dies to die cut them out. 

To create the background of the card, I used a piece of white cardstock and did some ink blending in a simple rainbow order. I used Uncharted Mariner, Peacock Feathers, Squeezed Lemonade, Dried Marigold, Ripe Persimmon, Abandoned Coral and Picked Raspberry Distress Inks. 
Then I used the Falling Leaves Stencil and some white embossing paste to add some added texture to the background. 

I used some foam tape behind the large image and then added the leaves with glue directly to the background! I really love how it came out! 
To complete the card, I added the sentiment to the book to finish off the fall theme! 

To see more cards by me you can visit me over on my blog, Sam's Scrap Candy!

Hello, Fall Card by Larissa Heskett

Fall Favorites Card!

Hello Crafty Friends!!
Larissa here today to share a BEAUTIFUL hello, fall card using several of my FAVORITE Fall Images to create a fall scene that is SURE to make the recipient SMILE!! Especially if they are like me and fall is their FAVORITE season!!

This card features:
Harvest Haul Stamp Set
Harvest Haul Die Set
Autumn Fields Stamp Set
Autumn Fields Die Set
Fall Friends Stamp Set
Basic Frames Die Set
Frames & Flags Die Set
Oval Frames Die Set
Banner Trio Die Set

Spring Blooms Paper Pad

I started by stamping and embossing the Harvest Haul image and Autumn Fields images (Crows, Leaves and Pumpkins) using Versa Fine Black Onyx Ink and WoW Clear Gloss Embossing Powder!!
Then I colored them with Copic Markers!!

Turquoise: BG10, BG45 & BG49      
Brown: E30, E33 & E37
Red: R00, R14 & R37   
Yellow: Y11, Y15 & YR23     
Black: N3, N5 & N8  
Grey: N0 & N3
Orange: YR00, YR18, YR68   
Coral: R00, R11 & R32
Green: YG61, YG63 & YG67
Then I used the coordinating Harvest Haul Die Set and Autumn Fields Die Set to die cut the images out!! I added some white gel pen highlights!!

I die cut the card panel from some of the Spring Blooms Paper Pad using the Basic Frames Die Set and then added some Black Soot Distress Paint splatters!! Next, I die cut some turquoise cardstock using the Frames & Flags Die Set to create the stitched oval from some white cardstock using the Oval Frames Die Set and inked with some Salvaged Patina and Hickory Smoke Distress Oxide Inks!! 

 

Next, I stamped and embossed the "Hello Fall" sentiment banner!! I die cut the banner from some black cardstock using the Banner Trio Die Set and then I stamped the sentiment from the Fall Friends Stamp Set in Versa Fine Black Onyx Ink and embossed it with WoW Bright White Embossing Powder!! Then I layered the images to create my scene in the center of the stitched oval die cut!!
I used some foam tape on some of the mages to add some dimension and then I adhered the banner sentiment to the bottom of the scene using more foam tape for some dimension!!

I LOVE how this came together, and I hope it INSPIRES you to create some fall scene cards for your next project!!

THANKS SO MUCH for stopping by today!!


I hope you have a FABULOUS Weekend!!

To see more cards by me you can visit me over on my blog, Larissa Heskett Designs!

Birthday Dog Card by Amanda Wilcox

Happy Birthday to You Card

Hey friends! This is Amanda from Twiddler's Nook. Hi friends! Today I'm sharing more inspiration featuring the new release plus reinvigorating some fabulous older products! I love it when the new does that for the old. Let's dive in!

This card features:
Dog Builder Die Set
Birthday Accessories Die Set
Oval Frames Die Set
Birthday Oval Stamp Set

I started this card with the vision that my puppy would fit in the center of the Birthday Oval Stamp Set but when I physically had it all in front of me, the vision changed. Not a lot this time, but enough and I want to make space for everyone to remember that it's okay to change your mind in the middle of the process. Go with your gut!
So using the guide on the packaging of the Dog Builder Die Set, I die cut and ink blended all the pieces of my pup, including the collar and tag this time. I used liquid glue to assemble and then also cut a birthday hat using the Birthday Accessories Die Set.

 

Next, I haphazardly ink blended yellow and green (matching my pup's accessories) on a white panel. I stamped the Birthday Oval Stamp Set on it and die cut it with the next-to-biggest Oval Frames Die Set. For a bold contrasting background, I cut a piece of blue cardstock and ink blended it a little deeper blue along the edges, spritzing with water for more visual texture.

At this point I was playing with placement and that's when I really decided I didn't like the puppy in the middle of the oval but a sentiment there with the pup on the side would be pretty perfect. So that's what I did.

After the stamping was done, I used copic markers to color the open letters of "happy" and splattered silver watercolor on the panel. Once that dried I popped the oval up with foam tape and then did the same with the puppy.

For finishing touches, I added white gel pen highlights to the puppy eyes, nose and tag. Then I glued a scattering of blue pearls across the design for more bubbly texture.
I appreciate you sharing your time with me. Have a fabulous day!

To see more cards by me you can visit me over on my blog, Twiddler's Nook or Instagram at @twiddlersnook

Halloween Kitty Card by Donna Idlet

 

A Happy Halloween Kitty Card!

Today we are sharing this purr-fect Halloween card by Donna!

This card features:
Cat Builder Die Set
Clouds Stencil
Fence Die Set
Spooky Sky Die Set
Candy Corn Newton Stamp Set
Candy Corn Newton Die Set
Halloween Postage Sampler Stamp Set
Halloween Postage Sampler Die Set
Halloween Time Paper Pad
Cheerful Bright Glitter Cardstock
Frames & Flags Die Set

Hello Crafty Friends!
It’s Donna Idlet here sharing this cute Halloween card.  I had so much fun creating it using the adorable kitty from the NEW Cat Builder Die Set dressing him up for Halloween! I love how all the little details came together to create this fun and festive spooky scene.

I used the Cat Builder Die Set to create the cat.  I added a witch hat from the Halloween Postage Sampler Stamp Set.  I added the sparkly pink collar and tag using the Cheerful Bright Glitter Cardstock.  

To give the kitty even more personality, I added a piece of candy corn from the Candy Corn Newton Stamp Set, he cannot wait to eat it!

I created the spooky sky using the Clouds Stencil. Then I added the moon and stars from the Spooky Sky Die Set. The black fence was created using the Fence Die Set, which helped ground the scene and gives the kitty a fun place to sit.

To finish the scene, I added pumpkins from the Fall Friends Die Set and some flying bats from the Halloween Postage Sampler. The “Happy Halloween” sentiment also comes from the Halloween Postage Sampler.

One of my favorite parts of this card is all the dimension! I used foam tape to pop up the cat, giving it a fun 3D effect and making it really stand out from the background. I took the second photo from an angle so you can see just how much dimension the card has.

I love how this little Halloween kitty turned out. Between the bright batty background, spooky moonlit sky, pumpkins, bats, and that adorable witchy cat, this card is full of Halloween fun!

Thank you for stopping by, please come back again for more inspiration!
To see more cards by me you can visit me over on my blog, Creative Lady!

Happy Birthday Background Card by Diane Morales

Spreading the Joy!
Today we are sharing this perfectly purple birthday card by Diane!

This card features:
Birthday Greetings Stamp Set
Cake Builder Die Set
Frames & Flags Die Set
Circle Frames Die Set

Hello Newton’s Nook Fans!

Let us take this sentiment stamp and turn it into a delightful background.

This card starts off with a 4 ¼ x 5 ½ panel of card stock.

I then selected the stamps that I wanted to use from Birthday Greetings Stamp Set and lined up the stamps on my stamping block.
I used the back of the cardstock panel to do my test stamping.
This helps me to figure the color of ink that goes best with the card stock that I chose.

Also to work out the pattern that I want to stamp out.

For this color cardstock, Shaded Lilac Distress Distress Oxide looks the best.

 

Now it is time to stamp and create a pattern all the way down my cardstock panel.

I usually go 1/4 way down the paper, then stop and dry the ink.

This prevents me from accidentally smearing the freshly stamped ink on my hand.

Once your panel is complete, it is important to either let your ink dry or make it dry.

Next, I cut out the pieces of my cake with the new Cake Builder Die Set and colored my cake and pedestal in with alcohol markers. This is a quick and effortless way to get color on your die cuts.

Now that all the pieces of my card are ready to go, it is time to assemble.

For my card front and card base I use the Frames & Flags Die Set.

Once everything was cut out and assembled together, I added silver and white paint splatters to add interest to the background.

I also use the scallop circle from the Circle Frames Die Set.

After placing the scallop on the front of my card, I added on my cake and pedestal.

I used my Posca markers to add a bit of detail on the cake and pedestal.

The last thing to add to my card was the candles at the top.

 

Thanks for taking the time to check my way to use our newest sentiment stamps.
For other crafty inspiration you can find me on social media: Instagram - 2.sistersproject
Thanks so much for stopping by!
Stay Crafty Everyone!

- Diane

Autumn Inspiration Card and Bookmark by Rosie Lopez

 
I am an Autumn Card!
Today we are sharing this beautiful autumn colored card by Rosie!

These cards feature:

Falling Leaves Stencil
Autumn Reads Stamp Set
Framework Die Set
Autumn Basics Paper Pack

Bookmark II Die Set

Hi everyone! It’s Rosie and I’m back with some autumn inspiration. I’ve started my Gilmore Girls fall rewatch so of course I had to make some book themed fall projects.
For the card, I used the Falling Leaves Stencil with gold paste on a pumpkin colored cardstock. I set that aside to dry completely. Then I gold heat embossed the sentiment and book image from the Autumn Reads stamp set on a heavy weight vellum. 

I die cut the frame from the Framework Die Set 3 times from an off white cardstock. I stacked up the frames, adhered the vellum and trimmed off the extra. 

Then I die cut the larger frame from a pattern paper from the Autumn Basics Paper Pack. I pared the pieces together and added it to a card base.

I had to channel my inner Rory and make a bookmark. I used the Falling Leaves Stencil with some Distress Oxides on a pumpkin cardstock die cut with the Bookmark II Die Set.

I gold heat embossed the sentiment directly to the bookmark. Then, I used the book dies from that bookmark die set to die cut some scraps of fall colored cardstock. I stacked the books and added a tassel to the top.

 

 

I’ve really been having fun making bookmarks using these dies. It’s fun and challenging to work with on a new set dimensions for a project.

I hope these projects bring some autumn inspiration and if not, I’ll leave you with one of my favorite Gilmore Girls quote “It’s just my favorite time of year. The whole world changes color” - Lorelei Gilmore

 

Find me on Instagram at @pocketful_of_rosie or my blog with the same name.
Happy crafting! I'm going back to dreaming of opening a beach-front coffee house that has a sunny craft room upstairs.

Welcome Baby Card by Samantha Mann

 
Baby Quilt Inspired Card!
Today we are sharing this sweet, baby card by Samantha!

This card features:
Lovable Laundry Stamp Set
Stitched Onesie Die Set
Card Layout 5 Die Set
Fancy Edges Tag Die Set
Fireworks Paper Pack
Halloween Party Paper Pack
Spring Blooms Paper Pack

I started by stamping the images from the Lovable Laundry set. I colored in the images with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Markers using pinks and yellows. I added some details with a white gel pen and then used the Stitched Onesie Die Set to die cut out the images. 

To create the background, I searched through the paper packs and picked a few pink and yellow papers from Fireworks Paper Pack, Halloween Party Paper Pack and Spring Blooms Paper Pack. Then I used the Card Layout 5 Die Set and die cut out the papers to create this quilt-inspired background.
I popped up each of the triangles with foam tape.

Next, I used the Fancy Edges Tag Die Set and die cut a tag using vellum. I also used some medium grey cardstock for the tag and sentiment. I heat embossed the sentiment in white and then fussy cut out the sentiment.
I finished by popping up the onesies and sentiment on top of the vellum tag.

To see more cards by me you can visit me over on my blog, Sam's Scrap Candy!