STAMPINHAPPYHEART.....

This type of card is not my usual style.  I am taking a class that encourages working outside of the box.  The large focal point is the flower.  I used misc. buttons, beads, sequins and ink along with the flower to create my 'line'.  This 'Thank You' card is going to my sister.  She sent me a lovely gift for a suprise. The Supplies: A paper flower using Heartfelt Creations stamp and colored with Viva Color. Miscellaneous button, sequins, metal pieces.....just anything you have. PPA Perfect Paper Adhesive Matte. Thread for tag.....but you could also incorporate thread throughout. Heidi Swapp Color Shine Have some fun with this!!  I did.....and there are no real rules!

Christmas is a wonderful time of the year....especially if you are a crafter!  I have been making cards lately and haven't been good about posting them on my blog. Blessings to all......and happy crafting!

This technique was taught at www.Onlinecardclasses.com.  I loved being able to have freedom in The design of this card.  It is so much fun to use stamps where an image is built by layers.  This is one of those cards.  After I stamped the flowers and leaves I put shimmer on them with a glitter pen and really liked the effect.  Glitter card stock was used on the left side of the card. I love taking classes from the teachers here.....and always learn something new.

This post was one out of the box for me.  I love taking 'Online Card Classes' from www.Onlinecardclasses.com.  Currently the class is 'Stretch Your Stamps'.  This particular post is using alphabet letters from Day 4.  

I love my country so there is always a place for a patriotic card. 1.  The card base is made from paper by Authentique.  I cut a card base 6" by 12".  Next score and fold in      half. 2.  Cut top layer of paper 5 3/4" X 5 3/4". 3.  Distress the edges with sharp scissors and curl up the top right paper corner. 4.  Die cut the flag and the stars with Movers and Shapers 'Old Glory' die (Tim Holtz). 5.  Sponge Versamark over the top of a scrap flag covering the 'stripes' part.  Sprinkle with white      embossing powder and heat using heat gun. 6.  Attach the 'good' flag and attach with 'mini' pop dots. 7.  Use hot glue to attach the paper flowers (by Spare Parts). 8.  Glue down the stars using 'Glossy Accents' by Ranger. 9.  Attach a metal circle or gem to the top of the stars. 10.The 'A Celebration of Liberty' sticker is by Authentique. Any questions please ask! Blessings to your da...

This card was fun to make and I loved making it.  The Stamp set is from Stampin Up! 'Happy Fourth'.  It is an older one but a good one!  The star punch is also Stampin Up!.  I used Versamark ink and white embossing powder.  The paper is from Authentic.  I love how versatile the paper is and it is very strong so you can shape it....and it doesn't usually tear.  Also the 'Red/White/Blue', red stripe and 'Let Freedom Ring' Stickers are by Authentique as well.  Flowers are paper and by Recollections (Michaels brand).  I made the Rosette from SU DSP and used Tim Holtz Sizzix strip die.  Also the ribbon is from the Tim Holtz collection.  I used misc. crystal stars, circles and flourishes here and there.   1.  Cut card-base paper 6" X 12".  Score and fold in half.  Corner punch all four corners. 2.  Cut top layer of paper 5 3/4" X 5 3/4". Round corners.  Add ribbon here if desired and tape along back ...

It has been a while since I have posted to my blog.  Now that I am catching up....have you seen all of the new products that have come out on the market?  Well....I probably haven't seen them all....but I try to read as much as I can and take classes to keep on top of things.  I recently took at class using Viva Decor 3-D Stamp Paint.  I love experimenting with this product.   Also I have been using the stamps/dies from Heartfelt Creations (I became a Member).  The products are wonderful and very classy in my opinion.  If you would like to check out their Website it is  http://www.heartfeltcreations.us/gallery.php?view=cards    This is a link to their card Gallery.  There is also a Scrapbook gallery and an Altered Art gallery. The paper used on this card is from their 'Balmy Breeze' collection.  I used the Decorative Lattice and Decorative Flower dies (Spellbinders).  The flowers are are cut from the Open Vintage Floret ...