You Really Know How To Shine! by Rachel Duong

You really know how to shine! Hi there, it's Rachel here with a Poppystamps congratulations card.  I used the brand new release along with tons of metallic paper! The "Congrats Streamer Script" dies, "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" dies and the "Balloons Celebrations" stamp set make up this fantastic card. 

To create this card I die cut the "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" using shiny gold, silver, copper, red, fuschia and magenta metallic paper from the Memory Box "Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad". 

Next I cut red cardstock to an A2 size and glued it to a white cardbase. I chose patterned paper from The "Birthday Fun" double sided paper pad. I trimmed and glued white paper with gold dots leaving approximately a quarter inch of red border.

I arranged the balloons and when I found a display pleasing to my eye, I adhered them to the cardfront. I started with the large balloons and then placed the small ones so that they overlapped and the colors were balanced and easy to see. I also glued tails to each balloon.

I die cut the "Congrats Streamer Script" --red for the border and the patterned paper for the congrats. I added a few layers to make the word show dimension. I just love this font! Then I stamped the sentiment on red paper and embossed it in gold. I cut out each individual word. I arranged the words in a wonky column configuration and glued it down.

Here is the card almost complete. Did  you see the words fell off the card? Tip--when glueing your pieces onto the metallic papers, make sure to allow extra time to secure and dry. This is the card before the last step. Some of us might want to stop here. 

To complete the card I splattered bright gold metallic acrylic paint concentrating on the area above congrats". I covered the all the words before splattering and then removed the mask to add a few small specks of paint. 

I love the brilliant shine when the balloons are illuminated with a light source. The effects make this card extra special!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you feel inspired to make a bright and shiny card! Check out the new release by Poppystamps. It is full of balloons, treats and gorgeous flowers. May your day be radiant, brilliant and extra special!

 

Supplies

 

2672 Brilliant Birthday Balloons

2669 Congrats Streamer Script

CL518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

You Really Know How To Shine! by Rachel Duong

You really know how to shine! Hi there, it's Rachel here with a Poppystamps congratulations card.  I used the brand new release along with tons of metallic paper! The "Congrats Streamer Script" dies, "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" dies and the "Balloons Celebrations" stamp set make up this fantastic card. 

To create this card I die cut the "Brilliant Birthday Balloons" using shiny gold, silver, copper, red, fuschia and magenta metallic paper from the Memory Box "Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad". 

Next I cut red cardstock to an A2 size and glued it to a white cardbase. I chose patterned paper from The "Birthday Fun" double sided paper pad. I trimmed and glued white paper with gold dots leaving approximately a quarter inch of red border.

I arranged the balloons and when I found a display pleasing to my eye, I adhered them to the cardfront. I started with the large balloons and then placed the small ones so that they overlapped and the colors were balanced and easy to see. I also glued tails to each balloon.

I die cut the "Congrats Streamer Script" --red for the border and the patterned paper for the congrats. I added a few layers to make the word show dimension. I just love this font! Then I stamped the sentiment on red paper and embossed it in gold. I cut out each individual word. I arranged the words in a wonky column configuration and glued it down.

Here is the card almost complete. Did  you see the words fell off the card? Tip--when glueing your pieces onto the metallic papers, make sure to allow extra time to secure and dry. This is the card before the last step. Some of us might want to stop here. 

To complete the card I splattered bright gold metallic acrylic paint concentrating on the area above congrats". I covered the all the words before splattering and then removed the mask to add a few small specks of paint. 

I love the brilliant shine when the balloons are illuminated with a light source. The effects make this card extra special!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I hope you feel inspired to make a bright and shiny card! Check out the new release by Poppystamps. It is full of balloons, treats and gorgeous flowers. May your day be radiant, brilliant and extra special!

 

Supplies

 

2672 Brilliant Birthday Balloons

2669 Congrats Streamer Script

CL518 Balloon Celebrations clear stamp set

PP2100 Birthday Fun 6x6 pack

FP1003 Rainbow Reflections Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

Be Merry by Lisa Elton

Hello sweet Poppy peeps! How is your Christmas card stash coming along? I'm here today with some merry inspiration for you. Did you know you can use your stencils to emboss your cardstock? I've done just that using the Nordic Motif Stencil. I use my usual sandwich of plates, but also add in a rubber mat along with the stencil. I did just a little selective inking, using the stencil in the usual way, to add some interest after the embossing.

This sweet Nordic Playful Penguin just makes me smile. You have to admit, he is one cute little fella! He's dressed in his best today courtesy of papers from the MB Yuletide Cheer 6x6 paper pad.

A scrap of patterned paper was used for the Berry Merry sentiment. I opted not to add the letters back in, but to let the white show through. I like that you can used this die in more than one way!

Just a little something bright and cheerful to add some merry to your day! Thanks so much for stopping by.

 

Supplies

 

2634 Nordic Playful Penguin

T106 Nordic Motif Stencil

2645 Be Merry

Be Merry by Lisa Elton

Hello sweet Poppy peeps! How is your Christmas card stash coming along? I'm here today with some merry inspiration for you. Did you know you can use your stencils to emboss your cardstock? I've done just that using the Nordic Motif Stencil. I use my usual sandwich of plates, but also add in a rubber mat along with the stencil. I did just a little selective inking, using the stencil in the usual way, to add some interest after the embossing.

This sweet Nordic Playful Penguin just makes me smile. You have to admit, he is one cute little fella! He's dressed in his best today courtesy of papers from the MB Yuletide Cheer 6x6 paper pad.

A scrap of patterned paper was used for the Berry Merry sentiment. I opted not to add the letters back in, but to let the white show through. I like that you can used this die in more than one way!

Just a little something bright and cheerful to add some merry to your day! Thanks so much for stopping by.

 

Supplies

 

2634 Nordic Playful Penguin

T106 Nordic Motif Stencil

2645 Be Merry

Cozy Christmas Card Featuring Nordic Wonderland by Jyoti Adhikari

The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to kick off your Christmas crafting than with a cozy, handmade card? Today, I'm excited to share a step-by-step guide to creating a charming Christmas card using some of the latest supplies from Poppystamps. This card features a delightful brown bear, decked out in a pink winter outfit, set against a beautiful Nordic-inspired background. Let's dive into the process!

Crafting the Adorable Bear

To start, I turned my attention to the star of the card: the cute Nordic Bundled Bear. I die-cut the various pieces using the craft die and carefully assembled them to create a cozy brown bear. To give the bear a festive twist, I dressed it in a soft pink outfit that contrasts beautifully with the brown fur. The combination of colors really brings this little bear to life, making it a perfect focal point for the card.

Creating the Wintery Background 

With the bear ready, I moved on to crafting the card's background. I began by dry embossing a light blue panel using the Nordic Bloom stencil. This technique added subtle, intricate details to the background, giving it a frosty, wintery feel that complements the bear's cozy outfit. The light blue color adds a gentle, wintry atmosphere, perfect for the holiday season.

Adding Fir Trees 

To enhance the wintery scene, I added a few fir trees using the Nordic Treeline craft die. These trees were placed strategically on top of the embossed panel, creating depth and adding a touch of nature to the card. The simple yet elegant design of the trees blends seamlessly with the Nordic theme, making the scene feel complete.

Finishing Touches

No card is complete without a sentiment and a few finishing touches. I decided to frame the card by adding borders along the top and bottom edges using the Nordic Wintertide Border die. The borders tie the whole design together, giving it a polished look. For the sentiment, I chose a classic "Merry Christmas" die, cutting it from pink cardstock to match the bear's outfit. The sentiment was then placed prominently on the card, completing the festive design.

Hugs,

Jyoti

 

 

 

Supplies

 

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2627 Nordic Treeline

2633 Nordic Wintertide Border Set

2643 Nordic Bundled Bear

T107 Nordic Bloom Stencil

Cozy Christmas Card Featuring Nordic Wonderland by Jyoti Adhikari

The holiday season is just around the corner, and what better way to kick off your Christmas crafting than with a cozy, handmade card? Today, I'm excited to share a step-by-step guide to creating a charming Christmas card using some of the latest supplies from Poppystamps. This card features a delightful brown bear, decked out in a pink winter outfit, set against a beautiful Nordic-inspired background. Let's dive into the process!

Crafting the Adorable Bear

To start, I turned my attention to the star of the card: the cute Nordic Bundled Bear. I die-cut the various pieces using the craft die and carefully assembled them to create a cozy brown bear. To give the bear a festive twist, I dressed it in a soft pink outfit that contrasts beautifully with the brown fur. The combination of colors really brings this little bear to life, making it a perfect focal point for the card.

Creating the Wintery Background 

With the bear ready, I moved on to crafting the card's background. I began by dry embossing a light blue panel using the Nordic Bloom stencil. This technique added subtle, intricate details to the background, giving it a frosty, wintery feel that complements the bear's cozy outfit. The light blue color adds a gentle, wintry atmosphere, perfect for the holiday season.

Adding Fir Trees 

To enhance the wintery scene, I added a few fir trees using the Nordic Treeline craft die. These trees were placed strategically on top of the embossed panel, creating depth and adding a touch of nature to the card. The simple yet elegant design of the trees blends seamlessly with the Nordic theme, making the scene feel complete.

Finishing Touches

No card is complete without a sentiment and a few finishing touches. I decided to frame the card by adding borders along the top and bottom edges using the Nordic Wintertide Border die. The borders tie the whole design together, giving it a polished look. For the sentiment, I chose a classic "Merry Christmas" die, cutting it from pink cardstock to match the bear's outfit. The sentiment was then placed prominently on the card, completing the festive design.

Hugs,

Jyoti

 

 

 

Supplies

 

2596 Merry Christmas Moonlight Script

2627 Nordic Treeline

2633 Nordic Wintertide Border Set

2643 Nordic Bundled Bear

T107 Nordic Bloom Stencil

Purple Passion by Tricia Barber

Hey there!  Purple is one of those colors that you either love it or hate it!  I have developed a love for purple lately.  I love the cool tones with silver.  I used the Nordic Floral Butterfly die and cut from light to dark shades of purple. Given that I used 4 colors, I now have a few extra butterflies in my stash for a future project which is always a plus for me! I used foam tape in between the layers of the butterfly to give it some dimension.  Such a beautiful die set with all the lacey details.   

I don't have many 3D embossing folders this one is from Memory Box and is called Cheerful Floral.   I think it is beautiful.  I kept it simple by just embossing the main panel.   I did spritz my paper with some light water to keep the cardstock from cracking or tearing.  I added the butterfly with more foam tape.   I layered it onto a silver panel from the Memory Box Vintage Pastel Mirror 6x6 pad.   Then I added some white Fairy Jewels to the card for a little more sparkle. 

I finished off the card with a simple sentiment strip using the Sentimental Banners and silver embossed my sentiment.   I hope that you have wonderful crafty weekend!  

 

Supplies

 

CB516 Sentimental Banners

2611 Nordic Floral Butterfly

JWL005 Christmas Fairy Jewels

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

 

EF1025 Cheerful Floral 3D Embossing Folder and Die

Purple Passion by Tricia Barber

Hey there!  Purple is one of those colors that you either love it or hate it!  I have developed a love for purple lately.  I love the cool tones with silver.  I used the Nordic Floral Butterfly die and cut from light to dark shades of purple. Given that I used 4 colors, I now have a few extra butterflies in my stash for a future project which is always a plus for me! I used foam tape in between the layers of the butterfly to give it some dimension.  Such a beautiful die set with all the lacey details.   

I don't have many 3D embossing folders this one is from Memory Box and is called Cheerful Floral.   I think it is beautiful.  I kept it simple by just embossing the main panel.   I did spritz my paper with some light water to keep the cardstock from cracking or tearing.  I added the butterfly with more foam tape.   I layered it onto a silver panel from the Memory Box Vintage Pastel Mirror 6x6 pad.   Then I added some white Fairy Jewels to the card for a little more sparkle. 

I finished off the card with a simple sentiment strip using the Sentimental Banners and silver embossed my sentiment.   I hope that you have wonderful crafty weekend!  

 

Supplies

 

CB516 Sentimental Banners

2611 Nordic Floral Butterfly

JWL005 Christmas Fairy Jewels

FP1002 Vintage Pastel Mirror Pad 6x6 pack

 

EF1025 Cheerful Floral 3D Embossing Folder and Die

A Ray Of Sunshine by Birgit Norton

Good morning crafty friends!  I just love the warmth the sunshine brings and today's card is full of sunshine just for you.  This card meets the requirement for the current challenge "Good Day Sunshine" too.  Double win!  Let's jump right in on how this card came together.

Using the Potpourri Flower Set, I cut several sets of flowers from some warm toned scraps I had in my scrap box.

In keeping with the sunshine theme, I cut the largest Double Scalloped Stitched Frame out of soft yellow cardstock from the Sunrise 6x6 cardstock pack and the medium sized frame from white cardstock. 

I used a heat embossed sentiment from Diamond Sentiments and cut it using a circle die and then layered it onto a Brilliant Ring cut out of a darker shade of yellow from the Sunrise pack. 

I layered the frames onto a piece of printed paper from the Gladiola 6x6 pack of paper and attached the circle sentiment and added the flowers, finishing the centers off with Fairy Jewels.  A warm and encouraging card to send to a friend.

 

Supplies

 

2512 Potpourri Flower Set

2474 Double Scalloped Stitched Frames

2328 Brilliant Rings

cb498 Diamond Sentiments clear stamp and die set

sp1013 Sunrise 6x6 pack

pp1027 Gladiola Plaid 6x6 pack

A Ray Of Sunshine by Birgit Norton

Good morning crafty friends!  I just love the warmth the sunshine brings and today's card is full of sunshine just for you.  This card meets the requirement for the current challenge "Good Day Sunshine" too.  Double win!  Let's jump right in on how this card came together.

Using the Potpourri Flower Set, I cut several sets of flowers from some warm toned scraps I had in my scrap box.

In keeping with the sunshine theme, I cut the largest Double Scalloped Stitched Frame out of soft yellow cardstock from the Sunrise 6x6 cardstock pack and the medium sized frame from white cardstock. 

I used a heat embossed sentiment from Diamond Sentiments and cut it using a circle die and then layered it onto a Brilliant Ring cut out of a darker shade of yellow from the Sunrise pack. 

I layered the frames onto a piece of printed paper from the Gladiola 6x6 pack of paper and attached the circle sentiment and added the flowers, finishing the centers off with Fairy Jewels.  A warm and encouraging card to send to a friend.

 

Supplies

 

2512 Potpourri Flower Set

2474 Double Scalloped Stitched Frames

2328 Brilliant Rings

cb498 Diamond Sentiments clear stamp and die set

sp1013 Sunrise 6x6 pack

pp1027 Gladiola Plaid 6x6 pack

Celebrating Summer with Nordic Butterflies by Lisa Elton

With summer just around the corner, butterflies were calling my name. And my goodness, what pretty butterflies the Nordic variety are! I'm sharing two of them today.  First up is the Nordic Floral Butterfly.

This one has a wonderful whimsical look to it. The sweet flower cut-outs let you change up the look in numerous ways.  My butterfly was created using our fabulous Black Glossy Paper.  I can not rave enough about this paper! The gloss is incredible, it's a nice heavy weight and it cuts like a butter! Lovely lilac glitter paper from the Graceful Garden Glitter Pad was the perfect companion for this whimsical little lady! She's perched atop a panel embossed with the Cheerful Floral folder that's available from our parent company, Memory Box. I couldn't decide on a sentiment for this one. I'll add it when I need the card.

My second card features the Nordic Spectacular Butterfly. And I must say, it's just that... spectacular!

Using the same Black Glossy Paper, there's also a pretty pink layer and a black sparkly layer. I added a small strip of thin white paper behind the circle cut outs for just a bit more pizazz! The sentiment was stamped with black ink, then again with Versa Mark ink and clear embossed. This little lady is also perched on a Cheerful Floral embossed panel. This time I flipped the panel upside down.

Thank so much for dropping by to visit the blog. I hope I've inspired you to create something summery today!

 

 

Supplies

 

2611 Nordic Floral Butterfly

2614 Nordic Spectacular Butterfly

CB516 Sentimental Banners

SH44004 Black Glossy Paper

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad

Celebrating Summer with Nordic Butterflies by Lisa Elton

With summer just around the corner, butterflies were calling my name. And my goodness, what pretty butterflies the Nordic variety are! I'm sharing two of them today.  First up is the Nordic Floral Butterfly.

This one has a wonderful whimsical look to it. The sweet flower cut-outs let you change up the look in numerous ways.  My butterfly was created using our fabulous Black Glossy Paper.  I can not rave enough about this paper! The gloss is incredible, it's a nice heavy weight and it cuts like a butter! Lovely lilac glitter paper from the Graceful Garden Glitter Pad was the perfect companion for this whimsical little lady! She's perched atop a panel embossed with the Cheerful Floral folder that's available from our parent company, Memory Box. I couldn't decide on a sentiment for this one. I'll add it when I need the card.

My second card features the Nordic Spectacular Butterfly. And I must say, it's just that... spectacular!

Using the same Black Glossy Paper, there's also a pretty pink layer and a black sparkly layer. I added a small strip of thin white paper behind the circle cut outs for just a bit more pizazz! The sentiment was stamped with black ink, then again with Versa Mark ink and clear embossed. This little lady is also perched on a Cheerful Floral embossed panel. This time I flipped the panel upside down.

Thank so much for dropping by to visit the blog. I hope I've inspired you to create something summery today!

 

 

Supplies

 

2611 Nordic Floral Butterfly

2614 Nordic Spectacular Butterfly

CB516 Sentimental Banners

SH44004 Black Glossy Paper

GP1002 Graceful Garden Glitter Pad

GP1008 Majestic Hues Glitter Pad