Lovin' the Washi Tape

Here's another card we did at my May card class that focused on Masculine type cards.  Of course, with the Curly Cute sentiment, it's not quite so manly, but I like the look anyway.  I considered using Crumb Cake instead of the Calypso Coral for the card base.  I may still try that look...

This was NOT a fan favorite at the class, though.  Making the banners on the baker's twine was tricky for some of the ladies.  We folded the Washi Tape over the twine and then made the banner edges.  I did not have that much trouble, but the ladies in my class got a little frustrated.  :(

The idea for the card came from here.

The Washi Tape is definitely a fun new addition to the Stampin' Up! catalog!  

 

Cardstock: Calypso Coral, Basic Black, Whisper White

Ink: Calypso Coral
Stamps: Curly Cute
Accessories:  Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape

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It's about time...

Well, I'm finally back from a CRAZY month of May.  The end of school and the beginning of summer just came and went in a flash.  I cannot believe it is already the middle of June.  What in the...?

I've been busy with life, but I HAVE been crafting.  I hope to share some of the things I've done in the last few weeks over the next few days.

I had a card class in May and we focused on masculine cards.  They are always the hardest for me to make.  This card was inspired by one found here - I simplified it a bit.  I was intrigued by the color combination.  The Island Indigo looks awesome in real life.  Of course the sentiment can be switched out.  This was a favorite of the class.  It is so quick & easy to make - just tear the Washi Tape!

Cardstock: Crumb Cake, Whisper White, Island Indigo

Ink: Island Indigo
Stamps: Something to Celebrate (Retired Hostess set) 
Accessories:  Epic Day This and That Designer Washi Tape

 

DSP Gift Bags

Aren't these little gift bags cute?  I LOVE them.  They are the perfect way to give a gift card - especially if you're looking for a little more than an old boring envelope!  The best part - they only use a 6X12 piece of DSP!  Easy Peasy!  I had to create some gift cards so I made matching gift bags to coordinate with them.
I got the idea and tutorial here.  

 

 

Cardstock:  In Colors 2011-2013 DSP, In Colors 2011-2013 Cardstock, Whisper White, Silver Glimmer Paper

Ink: In Colors 2011-2013
Stamps: Bring On The Cake
Punches:  1-3/4" Scallop Circle, 1-3/8 Circle, 1-1/4" Circle,

Punched Hello Kitty

 ... Well, she's made out of punches - not punched (as in a fight).  :)

My daughter was invited to a birthday party and the little girl LOVES Hello Kitty.  SO, we made this cute 3X3 card to go with the Hello Kitty gifts we bought.  Thank goodness for Pinterest - I put together the punches I had based on ideas found there! 

 

Cardstock:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Red Glimmer Paper, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight
Stamps: Teeny Tiny Wishes
Ink:  Real Red
Accessories: Big Shot, Stripes Embossing Folder, 
Punches:  Extra Large Oval (face), Retired Flower (ears), Owl Builder (Bow, Eyes), Word Window

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Just Thinking...

Talk about a super easy WOW card!  I fell in LOVE with this card as soon as I saw it.  It uses the Core'dinations Cardstock that was first introduced in the last Holiday Catalog and more colors were introduced in the Spring Catalog.  I had plenty of the Cherry Cobbler Core'dinations, so I gave it a whirl.  I love the way it came out!  The other card uses the Pool Party Core'dinations.  I sure hope they keep this line in the new catalog! 

Cardstock:  Very Vanilla, Cherry Cobbler Core'dinations
Stamps: Just Thinking (Single Stamp - Spring Catalog)
Ink:  Cherry Cobbler
Accessories: Big Shot, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Stampin' Sanding Block

Cardstock:  Whisper White, Pool Party Core'dinations
Stamps: Just Thinking (Single Stamp - Spring Catalog)
Ink:  Pool Party
Accessories: Big Shot, Window Frames Collection Framelits, Vintage Wallpaper Embossing Folder, Stampin' Sanding Block

 Tomorrow is the BIG day - stay tuned for the RETIRED LIST!!  

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!  One last bunny to show you.  This one is attached to two scallop envelopes made into a small box/basket.  This would easily fit some chocolate.  Yum!  

Have a great weekend!

 

Cardstock:  Whisper White, Pretty in Pink

Accessories: Big Shot, Scallop Square Die
Punches:  1 3/4" Circle, Large Oval, Small Oval (retired), 1/2" Circle, Owl Builder (eyes), Heart