Welcome to my blog today. I am taking part in Kylie's Demponstrator Training Blog Hop with other Demonstrators from all over the world. There is no given theme for this hop, but there is sure to be plenty of creativity and inspiration along the way.
Products from the new Spring/Summer catalogue will become available in January 2019, and I'm giving you a little sneak peek to some of them today. Aren't these butterflies adorable? And so is the gingham paper!
The Gingham Gala suite has lots of gorgeous goodies including a stamp set with a matching butterfly punch (hooray!). There are four different butterfly stamps, each with two butterfly images on one stamp; one large, one small. The punch cuts out two separate butterflies (double hooray!). The suite also includes a 6" x 6" pack of paper with classic gingham checks in light, fresh colours. The paper I have used has a small check design, and the reverse side has a larger check design.
The stamp set includes some solid-shaped butterflies that can be used to colour in the outlines - I stamped off onto some scrap paper first so that a lighter shade was achieved.
I stamped, coloured and punched a pile of butterflies and then had fun arranging them
on my card(s). As ever, indecision came to visit and I ended up with a couple of cards that are pretty similar, but different. I couldn't choose between them, so I'm sharing them both!
The butterflies are mounted onto a punched shape stack, one plain one embossed with the new Dot to Dot Textured Impressions Embossing Folder. The punch comes in the Christmas Traditions Punch Box, which at the time of writing is on the list of Discontinued Products in the Year-End Closeout (at a reduced price, while stocks last).
I have stayed faithful to the colours used in the gingham paper paper pack because I love the fresh, spring like feel of them. The only extra embellishments I've used are basic pearls on the butterflies' bodies and a daubing from the Wink of Stella pen on their wings.
These cards were a joy to put together. I wonder which version you prefer? Thank you so much for visiting my blog today and for being part of our blog hop! I really hope that you find lots of ideas that inspire you to create something special. You are currently at my blog - Karen Henderson. So check the list below to see who is next on the list. Make sure you don't miss any!
Blog Hop List:
If you need any supplies please take a look in my online Stampin' Up! shop. You can follow the link or click on the pictures below of the products I have used today.
As always, happy crafting,
If you would like to order any supplies, and you live in the UK, I would love to be your demonstrator. Use the hostess code TX9ZFFZB to get some free product (it will follow in the post after the end of the month). If your order is over £150 do not use the code as you become a hostess and get rewards. To place an order, please visit my online shop: HERE
If you would like to join my team, you can choose your starter kit HERE and if you have any questions, please contact me at furrycatdesigns@gmail.com
Alternatively, you can click on one of the images below showing the supplies used (some items will not be available until January 2019):
Lovely cards! I love how you use the Dot to Dot embossing folder to make a layer behind the butterfly!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Christy. The texture of the Dot to Dot folder adds some lovely dimension, and it makes a change to use just a small portion of it.
DeleteFantastic colour combination Karen!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Tania. I picked colours from the Gingham paper - there are lots of my favourites included.
DeleteHi Karen, I love your cards. They are so pretty.- Kate
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kate. Using this suite is addictive!
DeleteSuper cute cards Karen!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Pia
DeleteLove the mix of upcoming with retiring products, Karen! I never would have thought of using that embossing folder with the butterflies. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Angie. We are going to have so much fun with the new products, aren’t we?!
DeleteCan't choose Karen. They are equally good. Love the gingham. Thanks for being part of our Demonstrator Training Blog Hop this month!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kylie. I’m loving the gingham too. Such pretty colours
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