Today I get to share a few projects using the Flower Fusion #2 and Think Big Favorites #2 stamp sets that are being released by Papertrey Ink this month! I really love these two stamp set series too!
First off a clean vintage-ish card, using Flower Fusion #2.
I chose to paper piece the flowers and leaves using the new Postmarks patterned paper.
I love the color scheme of the paper and let it be my guide for this card. Each little flower is a vintage bloom. I used Smoky Shadow as the ink as well as Enchanted Evening
The six petal flower die that coordinates with the set is darling, huh. I also used the Eyelet Lace border die cut for an accent.
This next card was pretty fun to create!
I used the Cupcake Die to create this one. There are a few fun things that I wanted to point out though. The flowers were stamped then the ink was kissed off using the new Gingham BG. I love the country effect that is the result. I also painted the cupcake with white paint to "frost" it then added glitter before it dried. It's totally frosted looking in person too. You can click on it to make the photo larger and check out the details!
The inside is decorated with the ginormous sentiment from Think Big Favorites #2. I keep thinking of Alice in Wonderland and the importance of Muchness... this set has some serious Muchness!
Moving from Vintage-ish then Cute and now to Clean and Graphic...
There has been much need for Thank You cards in my life lately. The past 3 weeks have been rough because of so Ella, Chris and my kitty (and now me.) being sick. Sometimes all it takes is a kind word to lift a spirit and I think these past few weeks I am most grateful for those. Feeling loved and supported can make all the difference.
This card was meant to be cheery and bright. I chose Papertrey's luscious felt in Pure Poppy, Orange Zest and Harvest Gold. I doubled up the sentiments from both sets. I like how the fonts work together too!
Ok... now onto a more Retro card. Today I remembered a cross stitch that Chris had from when he was a boy, for his nursery wall. I used the color combo from that.
Those late 60's, early 70's colors are so fun to revisit. I created various patterns using the new Gingham, Ribbon Tails and Flower Fusion #2!
It's been a little while since I broke out my sewing machine. It was nice to add some stitching to this card too... made a HUGE difference to the overall feeling. Check out that new die and frame set too. ;)
Well, today you've seen Vintage-ish, Cute, Clean and Graphic as well as Retro styles using these sets. What is your favorite style that you think you would use with them?
There are a few other sneak peeks that are being shared tonight... Nichole Heady, Heather Nichols, Maile Belles and Melissa Bickford have great stuff to share. Make sure to check them out!
Thanks for poppying by friends!
- Stamps-Flower Fusion #2, Label Basics
- Ink-Smoky Shadow, Enchanted Evening
- Paper- Kraft, Postmarks
- Other- Eyelet lace Border Die, Flower Fusion #2 die, Label Basics Die, Twine, Circle punch, Zva Creative pearls
- Stamps-Flower Fusion #2, Think Big Favorites #2, Mini Messages
- Ink- Pure Poppy, Enchanted Evening
- Paper- White, Hawaiian Shores
- Other- Cupcake Die, Flower Fusion #2 die, Pure Poppy Bakers Twine, White ribbon, white paint, Prisma Glitter, Tag Die, Zva Creative Crystals.
- Stamps-Flower Fusion #2, Think Big Favorites #2
- Ink- Dark Chocolate
- Paper- Pure Poppy, Lemon Tart, Orange Zest, Sugar Plum patterned paper
- Other- Scalloped Border Die, Flower Fusion #2 die, Pure Poppy Bakers Twine, Buttons, Button Jute .felt in Pure Poppy, Orange Zest and Harvest Gold.
- Stamps-Flower Fusion #2, Label Basics, Ribbon Tails, Background basics: Gingham
- Ink- Smoky Shadow, Berry Sorbet, Raw Sienna (Palette)
- Paper- Rustic White, Berry Sorbet
- Other- Leaf Die, Flower Fusion #2 die, Label Basics Die, Sewing Machine
Oh the yumminess of that cupcake card! I love the paint and glitter frosting! Truly eye candy! Or would that be eye "cupcake"? All of your cards are so beautiful and inspirational...I need to get off of the computer and go get inky now - I have the CRAVING for CRAFTING! Thanks for your wonderful blog full of inspiration! :) Jill
Posted by: Jill Norwood | March 11, 2011 at 09:52 PM
Truly gorgeous projects Lisa, I couldn't pick a favorite.
Posted by: Crafty Math Chick | March 12, 2011 at 12:20 AM
Lisa, your vintage card is spectacular! I am simply in love with it...you guys rock!
Posted by: Sonia | March 12, 2011 at 12:47 AM
Hi Lisa,
These are all so pretty! Love the more vintage look you created with the new paper and stamps, looks awesome and it's something different, and I always love to combine different styles and this makes it possible so easily! The third card is my fave, though today, with you! The colors are wonderful, the flowers so cute and I love the way you combined those two sentiments! And with the lovely borders on the top and bottom, it's just perfect!! Wouldn't mind at all finding a card like that in my mailbox, hi hi!!
All the best!
Hugs, Wendy
Posted by: Wendy ten Hove | March 12, 2011 at 01:39 AM
I just love the blue, cream and kraft colors of your card! So cute... and yet, so easy!
Posted by: Peachy Wessels | March 12, 2011 at 01:49 AM
GORGEOUS love them..the first one is my favorite..love the colors and the paper,with the cupcake i love the flowers so much..great idea!
Posted by: Holly saveur | March 12, 2011 at 02:45 AM
Wow, I would never have thought of "painting" frosting and using glitter while wet for sprinkles. You are genius! I love it.
Posted by: June K. | March 12, 2011 at 03:22 AM
The cupcake card was absolutely my favorite although all your creations were a delight. Thanks so much for sharing your creative talents!
Posted by: Moira Galarneau | March 12, 2011 at 03:41 AM
Beautiful creations...love those little felt flowers and the brighness of the card..so cheerful....the vintage one is my favorite, but the cupcake one is "yummy", too!!
Posted by: Diane Hover | March 12, 2011 at 03:56 AM
So sorry to hear that you have all been sick...and you've been so busy this week, Lisa! Loved your Make it Monday video, and these projects are so cute in their details. Especially the cupcake card...I love it muchly :)
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | March 12, 2011 at 04:00 AM
great cards! I esp love the colors in the first one and love the felt flowers in the 3rd one.
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | March 12, 2011 at 04:40 AM
I LOVE each and every one of these cards! You've done some beautiful work with these fabulous new products!
Posted by: Jennifer Schmidt | March 12, 2011 at 04:52 AM
Sorry you all have been under the weather. Glad you're on the mend. Thanks for all the wonderful samples. Even feeling puny you still have great creative abilities. Thanks so much.
Posted by: BeverlyBL | March 12, 2011 at 04:56 AM
I loved each and every card...
they are gorgeous!
But it was the last on that took my breath away...I literally thought it was patterned paper upon first view...and just fell in love.
I think it would be a perfect baby card...and I plan on "borrowing" the idea for such!
Thank you for all the wonderful treats!
Posted by: Renee Lynch | March 12, 2011 at 05:05 AM
These are all just amazing!
Posted by: Luanne Ford | March 12, 2011 at 05:24 AM
beautiful samples today, Lisa! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Kathleen | March 12, 2011 at 06:07 AM
I am so happy the blues are back in again! Love your card, cards!
Posted by: jan metcalf | March 12, 2011 at 06:14 AM
Clean but vintage. Oh my, oh my. That first card with the Postmarks paper had me gasping. I love vintage but usually associate it with tons of layers that are just beyond me right now. I can do clean and vintage - hooray! Your cupcake card is so much fun. Muchness is important when it comes to sentiments. All of today's projects were just wonderful.
Posted by: see mary stamp | March 12, 2011 at 06:35 AM
It's amazing how versatile your cards are, but they all look like you! :) Gorgeous cards! TFS!
Posted by: Jocelyn | March 12, 2011 at 06:52 AM
Every one of your cards showcase the stamps/dies so nicely! I adore them all. I especially love the "Appreciate" card. :)
Posted by: Gabby | March 12, 2011 at 07:20 AM
These are amazing. I love them all. Of course, after playing along with all the sneak peeks PTI is going to be getting more of my money than I anticipated :D
Posted by: Melissa D. | March 12, 2011 at 08:27 AM
Dang! These are so cute! I love how you used the new patterned paper!
Posted by: Jenn Copeland | March 12, 2011 at 09:00 AM
Great cards! Love the one with the buttons!
Posted by: Teresa | March 12, 2011 at 09:02 AM
It's amazing how far a little kindness can go! I am always so appreciative when a friend calls to check on me or offer to pick up something at the store. I hope your family is on the mend now, too. Super pretty cards, my favorite being felt. I'm a felt and button addict, I'll admit, but another reason why i like it so much is because of the colors and the way you mixed and matched 2 different sentiments. I love it!!!
Posted by: Carolyn R. | March 12, 2011 at 09:18 AM
Wonderful! Love all the cards...I think you have sold me on Floral Fusion!
Posted by: Mariah | March 12, 2011 at 12:20 PM
AMAZING work!! I LOVE the way you illustrate and define the different styles so clearly. They are all magnificent works of art, TFS. I would use the "clean & graphic" style with this set...it packs such a punch and the colors are marvelous. TF Asking. I hope you and the family are doing well.
Posted by: Juanita in Ohio | March 12, 2011 at 03:25 PM
Love all your fabulous samples today, Lisa! Really marvelous!
Posted by: Diane Jaquay | March 12, 2011 at 06:12 PM
Very cool...love these cards.
Posted by: Loretta | March 12, 2011 at 08:30 PM
loving your style! Too often the cards are beautiful but not mailable. Thanks so much for sharing your talent.
Posted by: Linda Whitman | March 14, 2011 at 06:20 AM
All your cards are stunning Lisa - I love that it's so easy to mix up the styles and make cards seem so different even though they use the same stamp. It's just perfect, because not everyone would appreciate receiving the same style of card, right?!
Hugs, Ruth S
Posted by: Ruth S | March 14, 2011 at 09:48 AM