Welcome Inn Paper Pumpkin Kit Alternatives

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Today's cards are inspired by the June 2023 Paper Pumpkin Kit called Welcome Inn.  As I was busy packing, and thinking - I'll have no time to create - I heard my inner voice say, "just take it along" - I'm so glad I did!  

Kits are a quick and easy way to get creative while on Vacation.  Sometimes I like the colour combo's Stampin' UP® includes - this one came with Night of Navy - other times I look at the kit, note the coordinating colours and grab an extra ink spot - this time I grabbed Calypso Coral.  

Yes, did you know you can buy Uninked Stampin' Spots™, #141822 p.137 AC and ink them up with your favourite colours, Classic Stampin' Ink™ Refill p. 122-123 AC.  

Here's the first card, made almost according to the instructions :)  I like the symmetry so I used both preprinted round vases and the only ink is the stamped sentiment.

***Trix, for the second card I cut off 1/3 of the hexagon shape and adhered it to the side of the card, grouped the vases and stamped the banner.  I love these printed card bases!

But stop! Oh my gosh - check out that cute little fox on the printed Calypso Coral card, I think I'll save one of these printed cards and add the fox from Playing In The Rain, #160542 when I get home.  So yes the Paper Pumpkin Kits inspire me to mix it up with the stamp sets I have.

*** The Trix  ***

* Use the Paper Trimmer, #152392 to cut the Calypso coral Banner in half lengthwise then flip on over for a white edge, glue together and glue to the card.

I like monochromatic colour schemes or a max of three colours together, so I altered this card by stamping a Calypso Coral vase.  ***Trix, stamp the vase image on the cut out vase, then flip it over and stamp again - voila - 2nd generation stamping and a bit of a distressed look to the image, I love it!

And last but not least, back to the traditional design, but mixed up a bit with supplies in the kit. So create your way, use the kit as inspiration and get creative, mix it up, change the colours, and have fun getting creative while on vacation :)

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Circle Sayings for FMS593

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Today's card was inspired by another special birthday in our family.  I loved Karren's sketch challenge over @ Freshly Made Sketches because I could highlight some of my favourite retired dsp called, By The Bay 6x6, #160433, (who knows it may appear on the Clearance Rack :)  in the future).  I think it coordinates well with the shells from the Circle Sayings Stamp Set, #161348.  Please click the hyperlink above or the sketch challenge below to visit the blog challenge and then go make a card for someone special in your life!  

***  The Trix  ***

*  Follow the flow of the pattern  *  

*  Both pieces of DSP have a flow, a movement so to speak.  Orient the patterns so they work together, a flow from left to right.  First layer matches the 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 Night of Navy card base, the second layer is 3 1/4 x 5 1/2.  

*  Stamp the 3 3/4 x 2 inch sentiment layer with VersaMark® Ink, #102283 and Emboss with Gold Embossing Powder, #155555, then water colour the shells with Petal Pink Ink.  Add the sentiment with Night of Navy ink.

*  Orient the Petal Pink bow so it matches the flow on the DSP and adhere with dimensional.  Embellish with gems, Festive Pearls, #159963 & Iridescent Pearls Basic Jewels, #158987.

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Happy Birthday with Circle Sayings

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Today's card was created just for fun for a special person's birthday.  I used the Sketch Challenge #398 from Global Design Project as my inspiration.  That's the great thing about sketch and colour challenges, there's always inspiration to be found to kick start your creativity! 

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***  The Trix  ***

*  Play with Stampin' Blends Markers - use the Colour Lifter to vary the colour intensity.

*  Layer two pieces of coordinating patterns from the Bright & Beautiful 6 x 6 Designer Series Paper pack, #161449 and adhere to a Berry Burst card base.

*  Stamp cupcakes from the Circle Sayings Stamp Set, #161348 onto scrap Basic White cardstock with Memento Black Ink and colour with Berry Burst, #161681 & Bubble Bath, #161675 Stampin' Blends Markers.  Use the Colour Lifter, #144608 to vary the shades of colour on the cupcake wrapper.

*  Stamp the sentiment with Berry Burst ink on scrap Basic White cardstock and then die cut with a Stylish Shapes Die, #159183.  ***Trix, cut the edge off the die cut before adhering to the dsp layer with dimensionals.

***Trix, colour white Baker's Twine, #155475 with a Berry Burst Stampin' Blends marker and adhere to the back of the sentiment layer before adhering to the card base. 

*  Cut out the cupcakes and adhere to the card, ***Trix, adhere one cupcake with glue and the other two with dimensionals.

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In The Moment for #CC&S514

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Today's card is inspired by Sketch Challenge #514 over @ CAS Colours & Sketches Challenge.  Please click the hyperlink to visit the blog and soak in the inspiration.  This super clean and simple sketch is awesome for any image you want to feature, I chose the In The Moment stamp set, #157987, it's perfect for watercolouring!  

I can't believe this is my last challenge as Guest Designer for the Clean And Simple Colours & Sketches Challenge, it's been a terrific 3 months and I thank the design team for the opportunity to play along.  Hopefully you've learned a couple of *Trix* this past while and been inspired to create!  

   

***  The Trix  ***

*  Stamp the image on a 3" x 3" piece of Thick Basic White cardstock using Saddle Brown Stazon® Ink, #151508 it matches perfectly with Copper Clay ink :)

*  Add a watercolour wash to the image with Bubble Bath, Moody Mauve and Copper Clay ink using Water Painters, #151298  ***Trix, vary the colour intensity by adding more water to the palette of colour in the inside of the ink pad lid.  (Remember squeeze the ink pad together when closed to transfer a bit of ink to the lid, then add water to vary the depth of colour)  ***Use an Ink Refill for concentrated colour, and lightly pick up colour to add more depth.  Adhere the image to a 3 1/16" x 3 1/16" piece of Copper Clay cardstock.

*  Emboss a 4 1/8" x 5 3/8" piece of Bubble Bath cardstock with the Metal Plate 3D Embossing Folder, #160766, then adhere to the 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 x Bubble Bath cardstock base.  

*  Adhere the image layer to the card base, then stamp the sentiment and adhere with dimensionals.  Embellish with Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels, #158987 to highlight the sentiment.

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