TEXTURED FLORAL HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Posted on October 9, 2023 by mauistamper

I’m venturing into a bit of a shabby chic look today. It’s out of my usual style, but not too far out. I’ve used my favorite sheet of Earthen Elegance DSP as a base for the card and added a few stems from the Textured Floral dies.

A handmade card with 3 plant stems and the text "wishing you the happiest of birthdays"

Stamps: Charming Sentiments, Queen Bee, Lighting the Way
Color Palette: Basic White, Lost Lagoon, Pebble Path
Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Textured Floral dies, Earthen Elegance DSP, Linen Thread, Pebble Path Textured Ribbon, Stampin’ Trimmer, Stampin’ Dimensionals

The DSP really sets the tone for the background. I used a variety of stamps from Queen Bee and Lighting the Way to add more texture, stamping them off and layering them.

I could have cut all 3 die cuts separately and layered them, but no, I had to do it the hard way. I put them together along the edge of a Lost Lagoon panel and ran them through the Big Boss part way, stopping before they cut through the edge. I used my Stampin’ Trimmer to cut a straight line across the panel, leaving just the stems attached. That panel got the same background texture treatment as the DSP.

I finished it off with Pebble Path ribbon and Linen thread. The inside has a simple set of lines to create a custom look – it’s a handmade card, isn’t it?

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2 cards featuring evergreen images and the text "September-December 2023 Mini Catalog"

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A red banner with the words “Paper Pumpkin”, images of card making supplies, and the phrase “Home for the Holidays"

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PICK OF THE PATCH

Posted on September 20, 2023 by mauistamper

Stampin’ Through the Catalog featured Pick of the Patch this week for their challenge (try it, you’ll like it) and I loved the inspiration project so much I made my own version:

A white card with 3 pumpkins in grey and teal and the words "you're the pick of the patch"

Stamps: Pick of the Patch
Color Palette: Basic White, Smoky Slate, Lost Lagoon, Pebble Path, Memento Black
Accessories: Stamp Cut and Emboss Machine, Exposed Brick Embossing Folder, Pick of the Patch Builder Punch, Earthen Elegance DSP, Classic Matte Dots, Pebble Path Jute Trim, Stampin’ Dimensionals

See the inspiration HERE. How do you like my version?

I fussy cut that funny gourd-like pumpkin and the swirls (ugh, not sure I would do that 25 times! But once was ok.) The Earthen Elegance DSP provides lots of interesting texture for layers, including the sentiment panel.

MauiStamper, a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator A handmade card using the Pick of the Patch bundle. Products are available in the 23-24 Annual Catalog and the Sept-Dec Mini Catalog.

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An invitation to the World Card Making Day showing balloons and markers

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Patterned paper hexagons and the text "Designer Series Paper Special Release" and "shop AnneMatasci.stampinup.net"

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EARTHEN TEXTURES featuring DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

Posted on June 6, 2023 by mauistamper

Since many of our gorgeous Designer Series papers are on sale this month, I’ve got some inspiration for you! This first card features the Earthen Elegance DSP, and it’s one of my favorites. The colors are rich and the designs are earthy and neutral.

Handmade card with a vase of feathery branches and the sentiment 'your thoughtfulness is much appreciated"

Stamps: Earthen Textures
Color Palette: Basic White, Gray Granite, Copper Clay, Pretty Peacock, Pebbled Path
Accessories: Big Boss, Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder, Earthen Treasures dies, Earthen Elegance Designer Series paper, Best Label punch, 3/8″ Textured Ribbon, Blending Brush

These papers mix well, but they stand alone quite admirably too. More to come on that!

I used the Exposed Brick 3D EF (my new favorite) and added a little age with the blending brush and Pebbled Path ink. This Embossing Folder works well with both top or bottom faces. I used the Best Label punch to finish the end of my sentiment panel.

Inside of card with the sentiment "Thank You"

The sentiments in Earthen Textures are also complimentary, so I’ve added a little message inside with an extra die cut. This design would make a great masculine card, perfect for a birthday or Father’s Day.

Trust me, you can make this card! While there are multiple layers, none of them are difficult. Shop the Online Store for supplies.

The text Designer Series paper Sale Stock up and save 15% and images of Designer Series papers

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