Thankful For You by Lisa Elton

As much as I hate to see summer coming to an end, I think September is a beautiful month and I do love the fall season. I love making fall cards too! To celebrate that, I decided to create a playful card featuring our Dancing Gnome in a fall setting.

First up was his outfit. I dressed him up in warm golden and brown tones. These little fellas are a snap to dress using some of those many scraps of cardstock we all have! His beard was cut from white with touches of gray added for shading. Copic Markers were used for his face and I gave him pretty green eyes.

He's dancing about in the autumn leaves in his corduroy britches! I cut several leaves and little acorns using plaid papers from the Memory Box Gladiola Plaid paper pad.

The hill he's on was made using a die from the Lavish Border set. One of our Sentimental Banners was the perfect fit. A wash of light blue inking was added to the card base before creating my scene.

And there you have it, friends. A playful card to let someone know that I'm thankful for them. By the way, I'm thankful for you too! Happy Autumn!

 

Supplies

 

2644 Nordic Dancing Gnome

2631 Lavish Border Set

2493 Fanciful Fall Leaves

CB516 Sentimental Banners

Thankful For You by Lisa Elton

As much as I hate to see summer coming to an end, I think September is a beautiful month and I do love the fall season. I love making fall cards too! To celebrate that, I decided to create a playful card featuring our Dancing Gnome in a fall setting.

First up was his outfit. I dressed him up in warm golden and brown tones. These little fellas are a snap to dress using some of those many scraps of cardstock we all have! His beard was cut from white with touches of gray added for shading. Copic Markers were used for his face and I gave him pretty green eyes.

He's dancing about in the autumn leaves in his corduroy britches! I cut several leaves and little acorns using plaid papers from the Memory Box Gladiola Plaid paper pad.

The hill he's on was made using a die from the Lavish Border set. One of our Sentimental Banners was the perfect fit. A wash of light blue inking was added to the card base before creating my scene.

And there you have it, friends. A playful card to let someone know that I'm thankful for them. By the way, I'm thankful for you too! Happy Autumn!

 

Supplies

 

2644 Nordic Dancing Gnome

2631 Lavish Border Set

2493 Fanciful Fall Leaves

CB516 Sentimental Banners

PSC#120 Clean & Simple

Welcome to the Poppystamps Challenge! We're so happy you've stopped by, and we sure hope you'll join us! On the first of the month, we announce a new Poppystamps Challenge with a central theme. The design team will provide samples for inspiration, and you can play along through the end of the month for your chance to win.

The winner of our blog badge for the Poppystamps Challenge Challenge #119 Anything Goes is Bunny Hoyle!

The lucky winner of the draw (chosen by random number generator) for the monthly prize is Jenny Martin

Please contact me (Jeanne) at [email protected] to claim your prize.

Want to play? 

The rules are simple - just create a project following the theme, use at least one Poppystamps image or die, and link it up here. The design we love best will receive our winner badge to proudly display on their blog, and one lucky random winner will receive a prize. You don't have to have a blog to play.  You can link to any online gallery. In fairness to other players, we reserve the right to remove entries that do not use at least one Poppystamps image. We ask that you link a maximum of  3 entries to each challenge. You are welcome to link your design to other challenges. Grab our badge to post on your blog post or sidebar!

PSC#120 Clean and Simple! This month we want you to try Clean and Simple design.  This could mean stamped one layer  designs, cards that have lots of white background (but don't have to be), projects with a defined focal point that are uncluttered, designs with one or no layer, or even cards that are easy to mass produce.   Just keep it simple!  Projects can be for any occasion, and you're not limited to making cards.  We welcome home décor, page layouts, tags and everything in between!  It's your choice, just be sure to use at least one Poppystamps die or stamp on your project!  You must use a Poppystamps product to be eligible to win! 

Need a little inspiration?  Here are some samples from our design team.  Want a closer look?   No worries.. we'll be featuring these projects on Wednesdays throughout the month, so you can see how each project was created.

Meet our September guest, Connie Griffin, who was selected and is introduced by our DT member Birgit Norton.  Connie and I go back many years, meeting on a design team. She has a broad spectrum of styles that she pulls off beautifully, every time. Connie is super creative and inspiring.

Connie Griffin

Blog:  Connie's Crafty Creations

Instagram: @connieschlaackgriffin

Hi, my name is Connie Griffin, I started cardmaking by using Print Shop and my printer to print out cards and then attended my first stamp show in the early 2000’s and that has taken up most of my creative time now. I love this hobby because it not only gives me a creative outlet but is something I can pass on to others to hopefully brighten their day. I am married to my wonderful husband for 40 years , we have one daughter and 2 fur baby cats.

Connie Griffin

Allison Frazier 

Lisa Elton

Birgit Norton

Now it's your turn! Need a little more motivation? How about a prize? The winner (chosen at random) of this challenge will receive a $20 Gift Certificate to spend on their favorites from the store!

You have until 12 am US EST on September 29  to link up your design here! We'll start a new challenge and announce the winners on October 1!!    

Thanks for joining us! We can't wait to see what you make!

We also wanted to let you know about our Labor Day Sale! Sale dates August 30- September 2!

Enjoy 25% off sitewide sale (including sale items) with FREE U.S. shipping and FREE gift - no code needed.

Enjoy 25% off sitewide sale (including sale items) with FREE U.S. shipping and FREE gift - no code needed.

 

PSC#120 Clean & Simple

Welcome to the Poppystamps Challenge! We're so happy you've stopped by, and we sure hope you'll join us! On the first of the month, we announce a new Poppystamps Challenge with a central theme. The design team will provide samples for inspiration, and you can play along through the end of the month for your chance to win.

The winner of our blog badge for the Poppystamps Challenge Challenge #119 Anything Goes is Bunny Hoyle!

The lucky winner of the draw (chosen by random number generator) for the monthly prize is Jenny Martin

Please contact me (Jeanne) at [email protected] to claim your prize.

Want to play? 

The rules are simple - just create a project following the theme, use at least one Poppystamps image or die, and link it up here. The design we love best will receive our winner badge to proudly display on their blog, and one lucky random winner will receive a prize. You don't have to have a blog to play.  You can link to any online gallery. In fairness to other players, we reserve the right to remove entries that do not use at least one Poppystamps image. We ask that you link a maximum of  3 entries to each challenge. You are welcome to link your design to other challenges. Grab our badge to post on your blog post or sidebar!

PSC#120 Clean and Simple! This month we want you to try Clean and Simple design.  This could mean stamped one layer  designs, cards that have lots of white background (but don't have to be), projects with a defined focal point that are uncluttered, designs with one or no layer, or even cards that are easy to mass produce.   Just keep it simple!  Projects can be for any occasion, and you're not limited to making cards.  We welcome home décor, page layouts, tags and everything in between!  It's your choice, just be sure to use at least one Poppystamps die or stamp on your project!  You must use a Poppystamps product to be eligible to win! 

Need a little inspiration?  Here are some samples from our design team.  Want a closer look?   No worries.. we'll be featuring these projects on Wednesdays throughout the month, so you can see how each project was created.

Meet our September guest, Connie Griffin, who was selected and is introduced by our DT member Birgit Norton.  Connie and I go back many years, meeting on a design team. She has a broad spectrum of styles that she pulls off beautifully, every time. Connie is super creative and inspiring.

Connie Griffin

Blog:  Connie's Crafty Creations

Instagram: @connieschlaackgriffin

Hi, my name is Connie Griffin, I started cardmaking by using Print Shop and my printer to print out cards and then attended my first stamp show in the early 2000’s and that has taken up most of my creative time now. I love this hobby because it not only gives me a creative outlet but is something I can pass on to others to hopefully brighten their day. I am married to my wonderful husband for 40 years , we have one daughter and 2 fur baby cats.

Connie Griffin

Allison Frazier 

Lisa Elton

Birgit Norton

Now it's your turn! Need a little more motivation? How about a prize? The winner (chosen at random) of this challenge will receive a $20 Gift Certificate to spend on their favorites from the store!

You have until 12 am US EST on September 29  to link up your design here! We'll start a new challenge and announce the winners on October 1!!    

Thanks for joining us! We can't wait to see what you make!

We also wanted to let you know about our Labor Day Sale! Sale dates August 30- September 2!

Enjoy 25% off sitewide sale (including sale items) with FREE U.S. shipping and FREE gift - no code needed.

Enjoy 25% off sitewide sale (including sale items) with FREE U.S. shipping and FREE gift - no code needed.

 

Whimsical Hugs and Kisses By Lisa Elton

Ready for a bit of whimsy? The new Large Mushroom House is filled with possibilities! I couldn't resist giving mine a red polka dot roof and a couple of furry friends.

The Mushroom house stem was die cut from kraft paper then shading was added with Copic Markers. Vellum was adhered to the back of each window with a golden yellow cardstock layered behind it for that magical glow. This polka dot red roof  just makes me happy! The house was added to the Harvest Oval Frame (currently on sale and worth every penny!) cut from Memory Box plaid paper. I snipped a few pieces from the top of the frame to let the mushroom complete the oval.

Everything was added to a top fold marshmallow card base. I rounded the top corners with a punch to keep that oval flow going. A couple of Whittle Squirrels are frolicking about. I think they have their eye on that acorn!

Little Layered Asters were cut from white cardstock then colored with a Copic Marker to get the same blush tone of the polka dots on the roof.

I tucked in those pieces cut from the oval frame along with a few more polka dot berry branches (from the same frame) cut from roof scraps. The Sentimental Banners sentiment was positioned to follow the bottom curve of the house.

Today is my late father-in-law's birthday. He used to enjoy sitting in his recliner watching the squirrels out his front window. I think he would have enjoyed a scene like this one. Hugs and kisses to you, dad and a happy heavenly birthday!

 

 

Supplies

 

2655 Large Mushroom House

2120 Whittle Squirrel

2492 Harvest Oval Frame

2556 Little Layered Asters

Whimsical Hugs and Kisses By Lisa Elton

Ready for a bit of whimsy? The new Large Mushroom House is filled with possibilities! I couldn't resist giving mine a red polka dot roof and a couple of furry friends.

The Mushroom house stem was die cut from kraft paper then shading was added with Copic Markers. Vellum was adhered to the back of each window with a golden yellow cardstock layered behind it for that magical glow. This polka dot red roof  just makes me happy! The house was added to the Harvest Oval Frame (currently on sale and worth every penny!) cut from Memory Box plaid paper. I snipped a few pieces from the top of the frame to let the mushroom complete the oval.

Everything was added to a top fold marshmallow card base. I rounded the top corners with a punch to keep that oval flow going. A couple of Whittle Squirrels are frolicking about. I think they have their eye on that acorn!

Little Layered Asters were cut from white cardstock then colored with a Copic Marker to get the same blush tone of the polka dots on the roof.

I tucked in those pieces cut from the oval frame along with a few more polka dot berry branches (from the same frame) cut from roof scraps. The Sentimental Banners sentiment was positioned to follow the bottom curve of the house.

Today is my late father-in-law's birthday. He used to enjoy sitting in his recliner watching the squirrels out his front window. I think he would have enjoyed a scene like this one. Hugs and kisses to you, dad and a happy heavenly birthday!

 

 

Supplies

 

2655 Large Mushroom House

2120 Whittle Squirrel

2492 Harvest Oval Frame

2556 Little Layered Asters

A Charming Happy Birthday By Lisa Elton

Hello there Poppy peeps! Are you enjoying all of the wonderful products from our recent release? I've paired our new Nordic Bloom Stencil with a formerly released beauty to create this charming birthday card.

As you can see, this is a single stencil. It would be perfect for mixed media products. I chose to use inks and little stencil brushes to turn it into this colorful mix. It has a folk art feel, don't you think? With patience and a steady hand you can do it too!

I turned the panel horizontally, then added it to the green card base. This created the charming frame for my Nordic Majestic Bloom.

I layered the bloom using vellum, colored cardstock and a snippet of plaid paper. The flower's calyx and little bird were cut from gold mirrored cardstock.

My finishing touch was a happy birthday sentiment. I think this design would also work for get well, thank you or even  sympathy cards. I hope I've inspired you to create one of your own. Thanks so much for stopping by, we love it when you do!

 

Supplies

 

T107 Nordic Bloom Stencil

2607 Nordic Majestic Bloom

A Charming Happy Birthday By Lisa Elton

Hello there Poppy peeps! Are you enjoying all of the wonderful products from our recent release? I've paired our new Nordic Bloom Stencil with a formerly released beauty to create this charming birthday card.

As you can see, this is a single stencil. It would be perfect for mixed media products. I chose to use inks and little stencil brushes to turn it into this colorful mix. It has a folk art feel, don't you think? With patience and a steady hand you can do it too!

I turned the panel horizontally, then added it to the green card base. This created the charming frame for my Nordic Majestic Bloom.

I layered the bloom using vellum, colored cardstock and a snippet of plaid paper. The flower's calyx and little bird were cut from gold mirrored cardstock.

My finishing touch was a happy birthday sentiment. I think this design would also work for get well, thank you or even  sympathy cards. I hope I've inspired you to create one of your own. Thanks so much for stopping by, we love it when you do!

 

Supplies

 

T107 Nordic Bloom Stencil

2607 Nordic Majestic Bloom

Happy Birthday by Lisa Elton

Hello and welcome! I hope your summer is going well and all of your flowers are blooming! I thought is was the perfect time to bring the Brilliant Geraniums out to play. I've added them to a birthday card today. Let see how things started, shall we?

I die cut the blooms then did just a touch of inking to their centers. Then the fun began... layering them up! I was trying to mimic a pretty pot of geraniums we gave my mom for Mother's Day this year. Fairy crystals were added to their centers for a little added pizazz.

Now, where to put those pretty blooms? The Nordic Lacey plate was a good fit. I kept it simple using white cardstock.
The Happy Birthday Poe Script sentiment was cut from MB patterned paper then added on the diagonal. This left me plenty of room to frame it with the flowers and leaves.

I love the depth and dimension you can get by layering these die cut petals and the leaves are pretty fabulous too. My husbands youngest sister has a birthday next month. I think we'll hand deliver this one instead of letting it get flattened in the mail!

 

Supplies

 

2521 Brilliant Geraniums Flower Set

2437 Happy Birthday Poe Script

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

JWL005 Christmas Fairy Jewels

Happy Birthday by Lisa Elton

Hello and welcome! I hope your summer is going well and all of your flowers are blooming! I thought is was the perfect time to bring the Brilliant Geraniums out to play. I've added them to a birthday card today. Let see how things started, shall we?

I die cut the blooms then did just a touch of inking to their centers. Then the fun began... layering them up! I was trying to mimic a pretty pot of geraniums we gave my mom for Mother's Day this year. Fairy crystals were added to their centers for a little added pizazz.

Now, where to put those pretty blooms? The Nordic Lacey plate was a good fit. I kept it simple using white cardstock.
The Happy Birthday Poe Script sentiment was cut from MB patterned paper then added on the diagonal. This left me plenty of room to frame it with the flowers and leaves.

I love the depth and dimension you can get by layering these die cut petals and the leaves are pretty fabulous too. My husbands youngest sister has a birthday next month. I think we'll hand deliver this one instead of letting it get flattened in the mail!

 

Supplies

 

2521 Brilliant Geraniums Flower Set

2437 Happy Birthday Poe Script

2615 Nordic Lacy Plate

JWL005 Christmas Fairy Jewels

Monkey Business By Lisa Elton

Shiver me timbers, there's a whole lot of monkey business happening on today's card! My little band of pirate monkeys have found their dream treasure on a tiny deserted island. No doubloons or pieces of eight for them, but this booty is pure gold nonetheless!

Being the fancy monkey pirates they are, they needed decorative hats! A lovely floral for the captain and soft blue plaids for her crew.

Using die cuts from the Whittle Pirate Monkey Kit, I created the ship using kraft and brown cardstocks. The crow's nest, anchor and porthole where cut from kraft as well, then colored with a Copic marker. Lady pirates require a fancy sail!

Next came the components for the deserted island. They were made using the Whittle Tropical Gator Kit. The puffy clouds came from the Whittle Unicorn Kit. I love the way all of the whittle kits play together!

I think this captain has a couple of swashbucklers on her hands, just look at their antics! Scuttlebutt has it that they like to partake in their banana daiquiris!

I cut oodles of the little bananas, leaving some single and turning others into bunches.  A Copic maker was used on the tips. The card base was a simple blue with ink blending for the water, splash and sand.

Thanks for taking a peek today. It's time for me to weigh anchor and set sail for my next card adventure, savvy?

 

 

Supplies

 

KT001 Whittle Tropical Gator Kit

KT002 Whittle Pirate Monkey Kit

KT004 Whittle Rainbow Unicorn Kit

Monkey Business By Lisa Elton

Shiver me timbers, there's a whole lot of monkey business happening on today's card! My little band of pirate monkeys have found their dream treasure on a tiny deserted island. No doubloons or pieces of eight for them, but this booty is pure gold nonetheless!

Being the fancy monkey pirates they are, they needed decorative hats! A lovely floral for the captain and soft blue plaids for her crew.

Using die cuts from the Whittle Pirate Monkey Kit, I created the ship using kraft and brown cardstocks. The crow's nest, anchor and porthole where cut from kraft as well, then colored with a Copic marker. Lady pirates require a fancy sail!

Next came the components for the deserted island. They were made using the Whittle Tropical Gator Kit. The puffy clouds came from the Whittle Unicorn Kit. I love the way all of the whittle kits play together!

I think this captain has a couple of swashbucklers on her hands, just look at their antics! Scuttlebutt has it that they like to partake in their banana daiquiris!

I cut oodles of the little bananas, leaving some single and turning others into bunches.  A Copic maker was used on the tips. The card base was a simple blue with ink blending for the water, splash and sand.

Thanks for taking a peek today. It's time for me to weigh anchor and set sail for my next card adventure, savvy?

 

 

Supplies

 

KT001 Whittle Tropical Gator Kit

KT002 Whittle Pirate Monkey Kit

KT004 Whittle Rainbow Unicorn Kit