Sparkling Grace

Today's posting is all about a lovely little flap card that I have made. It is using the Level 1 hostess set Organic Grace which will be retiring at the end of August.

The is the flap card closed. It is held together with white 1/4" grosgrain ribbon. I have used a number of punches to put behind the cut out flower. I used wide oval, large oval & 1 3/8" circle. I used my paper snips to cut perfectly around the flower which is stamped in pretty in pink & then the 2-way glue pen helps the dazzling diamonds to stay put. The patterned paper is from the Level 1 hostess set Patterns pack II.

Here is a close up of the "blingy" flower.

Inside the flap card. I have lined the inside with a piece of pretty in pink c/s & used my sizzlets lots of tags die to cut out the piece in Kraft at the bottom. Then I have stamped the sentiment in chocolate chip ink.

I have made a different version of this card with a pocket on the inside to hold a gift card but you could also use a little Dotto on the plastic gift card & just stick it down leaving it exposed.

Thanks for looking,

Jody

Congratulations.......

Hello

Today's card features the Friends 24/7 stamp set plus a greeting from one of the stamps in Fun & Fast Notes.

Using my stamp-a-ma-jig for perfect placement, I first stamped the "medallion" stamp with Rose red in the centre, then without cleaning my stamp I stamped into Basic Black ink then onto my card. I actually didn't know what a wonderful effect I would get but I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out. I think on my next version of this card I will add a Rose Red c/s layer between the white & black & maybe emboss the Rose Red image.

I also used my Sizzlets "lots of tags" dies to cut out the little piece that the sentiment is on. I have used a silver brad to hold it in place. My next version I will use a Rhinestone brad for a bit more bling!! The words "congratulations" is from the cake stamp in the Fun & Fast Notes set, I have simply inked up only the words then stamped onto my tag.

I have prettied up the inside by stamping a lone "medallion" image just for a bit of interest. I don't normally decorate the insides of my cards but I thought on such a special card, why not!!

I have a friend in mind who this card would be perfect for as she recently got married.

Thanks for looking,

Jody

A day in the Cottage Garden.....

Happy Friday

Its a lovely sunny day here after all of the rain. Lets hope the washing gets a chance to dry!!
Here is my card to show you today.

Front:
Inside:

I have used Rich Razzleberry card stock, ribbon & ink, whisper white, old olive & orchid opulence cardstocks, Cottage Wall DSP & Cottage Garden clear mount stamp set. I have also used a sponge to soften the edges of the whisper white inside.

Thanks for looking,

Jody

Upcoming Last Chance List Open House

My post today is all about my upcoming "Last Chance List" open house that I will be holding this coming Saturday 14th August from 2-5pm. I would love it if you could pop in for a chat, a look at the Last Chance List & take part in a couple of make & takes. I also have a few goodies for you to take home. You will also be given the opportunity to place an order for the new Ideas Book & Catalogue which goes live from September 1st.

Anyway here are some photos of the things that will be going on:

Discount vouchers


Flower packs

Bag in a box goodie bags

Small tag as a make & take

Fathers Day note card, just in time for Fathers Day!

If you are interested in coming along please let me know asap at 0418 861 177 or jkaden@tpg.com.au so I can ensure enough goodies for all.

Jody

Embracing Life.......

I should be doing more of this!!!! As Embrace Life is retiring at the end of August making way for new stamps in the upcoming Ideas Book & Catalogue I thought I should share some cards that I have made with this set.

I have used Whisper White craft ink for the flower then I have gone over the outline with Crystal Effects.

Again I have used Crystal Effects on the pixie pink c/s flowers to highlight the stamens a little.

Stampin' Pastels became my friend in this version!!!

The flower pot card was used as a demo card in one of my first workshops! It stood up well from being handled by all of the curious ladies who attended.

And finally the easel card has to be one of my favourite styles at the moment. It is simple but very effective & I'm sure anyone would like to receive one in the mail.

Thanks for stopping by

Jody