Hello Friends, How was your holiday weekend …. that is if you are in the United States 🙂 I hope you didn’t experience any of that awful weather.
My plan was to post these cards sooner but, life got in the way. This 6 pack of cards were created with Simon Says Stamp July Card Kit. Unfortunately, the kit is sold out and if that makes you sad you might want to subscribe for only $19.95 … and a kit will have be reserved for you. Click here to see what I created with the stamp set in the card kit. (the stamp set is available separately from the kit)
The “Stitched Party Banners” from Lawn Fawn really gives these cards a fun shape and the banner set is soooo versatile. The large heart from the center is part of the stitched banners and the stitching around the banner is awesome.I wish you could see it .
I added “Wink of Stella glitter” to each heart then…. two layers of Glossy Accents (let layer 1 dry before adding layer 2) to each heart for extra glossy goodness and depth. Â The papers from this 6×6 were so beautiful I had to use as many as possible. You might notice the patterned paper peeping out from the inside?
The sentiment was stamped with the perfect red ink in my book and gingerly outlined with a marker.
White stitching is always a must with a gel pen I think….. always go slow for a nice and even stitch. Pop the hearts with this double sided foam tape. The roll is huge and the price seems large but, Â if you buy foam tape you know the value of buying foam this way. My roll lasts my a looong time and I use it on everything. Most often I will cut the foam in half to get more milage out of it.
I will be back later this week to announce the winner of the hello die cut as seen in my last post.
If you poke around my blog you might have noticed that some of the j-peg photos of cards don’t click onto that particular post with the card. I am confident that my web designer will fix this bug soon. Thanks for your patience and see you soon. Hugs, Kathy
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I really love these Kathy! I sent out 5 4th of July cards all the same but love yours–will keep them in mind for my next set!
wow these are amazing.. love the shape and those added hearts.. so fun.
This is a great set of cards – love the design and colors!
Fantastic card set. Thanks for sharing.
Kathy, what a delightful set of cards! The papers really are beautiful and love the big, banner shapes! ♥
Beautiful cards here Kathy, ans such happy colors, you´ve used on them too. Great work hun. Have a ggreat summer ahead to you all now
Wonderful set of cards, Kathy! I love your design and the beautiful mix of patterned papers! The shimmery hearts look fab!
Hi Kathy, great cards! Did you die cut the banner shape for the base and then hand cut the mats? Did you find an easy way to do this? I have such a hard time cutting those straight lines 🙂 thanks!
Hi Jennifer, Thanks for noticing that small detail 🙂 I did hand cut the mats and I do think it can be easy with the right scissors. I will link you to the scissor that’s perfect for this. They are large and if you cut slowly you can do away with your paper trimmer in some situations. Thanks for asking and for your support. Hugs, Kathy
http://www.simonsaysstamp.com/product.aspx?id=131293&c=0
what a fabulous set Kathy. I love that you share your talent with us.
Love these cards…so refreshingly cute…love the die and papers!! Great job!! Going to try the blue ink around the red ..looks good and pops!!
I just love your design ideas and that glossy heart is the cutest thing!
These are beautiful. You did a great job with the stitching. Thank you for sharing.
Darling cards. What a way to brighten someone’s day. Thanks for the great idea.
Way to use up a paper pack:) Love the BANNER-ific shape!
Great cards!
Incredible card set. The shape makes everthing so fresh looking and the double dose of Glossy Accents really makes those hearts POP! I’m lousy at white stitching…need a template…but yours always looks perfect.
Love this set so very much. All those pretty patterned papers were put to good use! Thanks for the inspiration.
OMGosh these are beautiful!! That banner die is amazing, and the patterned paper is fantastic as well. I was lucky enough to get one of these kits early, now I just need to sit down and make some stuff with it!
Love this set and love my July kit. Those are just some of the best cardstock and all look so cute together. Thanks for the great idea(s).
A question. This die makes holes in the corners which I’m thinking you covered up with the hand cut mats on the front and the inside, but what happens with the backs. Did you fill the holes in some way or are they not very noticeable? Thanks.
Hi Beverly, That’s a good question!! I cut about an inch off because I didn’t want the holes. You could fold it over if you are adding another layer. I think it would look cool to use the holes and tie with ribbon if you are making a single card. Hope this helps. Thank You for taking the time to ask. Hugs, Kathy
Oh my gosh Kathy, these are just the cutest cards ever! I love that they’re shaped and that you added a bit of Copic highlighting behind the die cut sentiment to really make it stand out…so clever!
These are PRETTY Kathy! 🙂 I LOVE the different shape too!!! 😀
Squeal – I want that piggy! Fab effect with those glossy accents!
Love the effect of the stickles.
Oh! My Goodness – those ice-creams look so delicious. I can’t resist them!
Those ice-creams look so delicious. I can’t resist them!
How delicious!
So delicious looking.
AWESOME!!! I love the projects you created. Love the pig with the watermelon popcicle! Thanks for sharing your creations.
WoW a lot of time put into your cards and they are super cute. This release is great for kids.
Beautiful cards! Thanks for share your talent!
Like your idea of using the flag die for card shapes!
I was considering whether to purchase the lawn fawn dies and after seeing what you have done, I think it’s worthwhile having these! Thanks for sharing the card ideas!