Brand New Blog

Good Morning Stampers,

 

I'm happy to say that my new blog - Sunshine Cards & Creations - is now up & running.

 

Please head over to -

http://sunshinecards-creations.com

 

Thank you so much for all your support & I hope to see you over on the new site.

 

Vicky

I'm Back...

My postings over the last couple of months have been very far & few between.  I do hope to be back & posting more often.  Things have been a little crazy with me of late, but fingers crossed it is "full steam ahead".

Today's card has been created for my Volunteer Class we had this arvo.  It is also a perfect way of using all that retired DSP that we have on hand but don't want to get rid of at the time.  In fact, this paper is from a couple of years ago & yes, I hadn't even cut into it.

Well, you will be happy to know that I have created a couple of cards from it which means that there is not that much of it left - doing a happy dance!

Have you noticed there is no stamping on this card.  BUT, I did use MDS for the "Happy Birthday". 

I originally found today's card on Pinterest & have it sitting there for some time to do.  Thank you so much for your inspiration!

Please note, the Green used in this card is not SU!

Measurements -
Base Card - Green - 8 1/4" x 5 7/8" or 21cm x 15cm
Layer 1 - Whisper White - 5 3/4" x 4" or 14.5cm x 10cm
Layer 2 - DSP - 5 5/8" x 3 7/8" or 14cm x 9.5cm
Layer 3 - Green - 4 1/2" x 3" or 11.5cm x 8cm
Layer 4 - Whisper White - 4 3/8" x 2 7/8" or 11cm x 7.5cm
Layer 5 - Green - 2 7/8" x 1 1/2" or 7.5cm x 4cm
Layer 6 - Green - 3" x 3" or 8cm x 8cm
Layer 7 - Whisper White - 3" x 3" or 8cm x 8cm
Layer 8 - DSP - 3" x 1 1/2" or 8cm x 3cm
Layer 9 - So Saffron - 3" x 1" or 8cm x 1cm

Supplies -
Stamp Set - Nil
Ink - Basic Black
Card Stock - Whisper White, Green, So Saffron
DSP - Windsor Knot - 2009 - 2010
Punches - Banner (SAB), 2 1/2" Circle
Framelits - Circle Collections
Accessories - Stampin' Dimensionals, Button - Old Olive, Twine - Whisper White, Snail Adhesive

Tutorial -

1.  Adhere Layer 2 DSP to Layer 1 Whisper White CS prior to adhering to Base Card - Green

2.  Adhere Layer 4 Whisper White to Layer 3 Green

3.  Adhere  Layer 5 Green across Whisper White about 1 1/4" from bottom prior to adhering to Base Card

4.  Print "Happy Birthday" via MDS onto Layer 7 Whisper White

5.  Adhere Layer 8 DSP across bottom part of printed greeting prior to adhering to Base Card

6.  Run through BS using Circle Collections Framelits

7.  Punch circle from 2 1/2" Circle Punch, cut into pieces & adhere to above circle forming scallop circle around edge

8.  Punch 3 Banners from Banner Punch & scraps of DSP prior to adhering to green scallop circle

9.  Adhere to Base Card with Stampin' Dimensionals

10. Cut Banner shape into each end of Layer 9 So Saffron prior to adhering across middle of circle

11. Thread small piece Whisper White Twine through Button & adhere to Card - as per photo

 

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Until next time, Happy Stampin'

 

Vicky

May Monthly Kits

"Clockworks"

is our Stamp Set for May.  A perfect set for the males!

 

To purchase your kit, all you have to do is click on Stamp of the Month Kits at the top of the page.  It will take you straight to the page where you will see the PayPal Drop Down Button.

 

Once payment has been received, your kits (Australia only) will be posted in the mail.  You will receive your PDF Tutorial (available to anyone) via email.

 

 

Until next time, happy stampin'

 

Vicky

ANZAC DAY...

Today is a scheduled post as I will be attending the Dawn Service on this Special Day - ANZAC DAY.  I think I have only ever missed it once due to ill health.  Even as kids, I would always get up early & ride my bike to the Dawn Service & then later on march with the school.  It was tradition.

 

 The service on the coast would have to be one of the best I have ever attended with the "Last Post" ringing out over the ocean.  It is mind blowing & nearly brings me to tears every year.  The goose bumps appear every time.  I think I can safely say that this happens with every servicemen/women & ex-servicemen/women.

 

If the Navy had a recruiting van parked along the beach, I am sure I would not be the only one queuing up to sign on!!!!  The goose bumps.....  I can feel them as I write this.

 

It is then off to the local RSL where we get together, chat, talk about our service days, listen to the oldies tell there incredible stories & play "Two Up", where I am usually a big looser, but just gotta play, can't help myself.  In fact, I know quiet a few ex-sailors who have lost their whole pay packet (including myself) on "Crown & Anchor".

".... we will remember them"

Especially for You...

It seems like forever since my last post, but with the wedding season upon us, invitations & receptions have been taking up all my spare time.

 

Today's post is one I created a couple of weeks go & thought I would share with you.  It is a very easy layout but one that can be changed out to whatever you want using different stamps, colours & even DSP.

 

In fact, this card would make a perfect card for Mum, especially with Mother's Day just around the corner.

 

Measurements -

Base Card - Perfect Plum - 8 1/4" x 5 7/8" or 21cm x 10.5cm

Layer 1 - Sahara Sand - 5 3/4" x 4" or 14.5cm x 10cm

Layer 2 - Pink Pirouette - 5 5/8" x 3 7/8" or 14cm x 9.5cm

Layer 3 - 2 x Perfect Plum - 1/2" x 3 7/8" or 2cm x 9.5cm

Layer 4 - Very Vanilla - 1" x 3 7/8" or 2.5cm x 9.5cm

 

Supplies -

Stamp Set - Stippled Blossoms, Made for You

Ink - Perfect Plum, Pink Pirouette, Wild Wasabi, Pear Pizzazz

Cardstock - Pink Pirouette, Very Vanilla, Perfect Plum, Sahara Sand

Embossing Folder - Perfect Polka Dots

Punches - Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border

Accessories - Simply Scoring Tool, Stampin' Dimensionals, Snail Adhesive

 

Tutorial -

1.  Emboss bottom part of Pink Pirouette CS with Perfect Polka Dots EF

2.  Randomly score top part of CS using Simply Scoring Tool

3.  Punch 2 pieces of  Perfect Plum CS with Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border

4.  Stamp greeting/sentiment onto Very Vanilla CS with Perfect Plum Ink

5.  Adhere punched Perfect Plum pieces to bottom & top of Very Vanilla CS

6.  Cut 3 banners from scrap Sahara Sand & Perfect Plum CS prior to adhering to centre piece

7.  Adhere whole piece to embossed Pink Pirouette CS just above halfway

8.  Stamp Flower & Leaves onto scrap Very Vanilla CS using Pink Pirouette & Perfect Plum for rose & Wild Wasabi & Pear Pizzazz for leaves

9.  Cut out & adhere to card with Stampin' Dimensionals

 



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Until next time, Happy Stampin'

 

Vicky

Easter...

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you & your families a very happy & safe Easter.

 

Wherever you may be, whether it be on the roads travelling or sitting at home, have a great time & stay safe.

 

Vicky

April Monthly Kits

"Stippled Blossoms"

is our Stamp Set for April & just in time for Mother's Day!

 

To purchase your kit, all you have to do is click on Stamp of the Month Kits at the top of the page.  It will take you straight to the page where you will see the PayPal Drop Down Button.

 

Once payment has been received, your kits (Australia only) will be posted in the mail.  You will receive your PDF Tutorial (available to anyone) via email.

 

 

Until next time, happy stampin'

 

Vicky

Gorgeous Grunge...

...was one of the stamp sets we used in our Technique Class last month.  If you haven't tried Stampin' Mist as a Technique, give it a whirl as you will be surprised at how easy it is & the different effects you get on your card.  Each time you do this technique, you will get a different look each time.

 

 

Supplies -

Stamp Set - Gorgeous Grunge - 130517, Chalk Talk - 130634

Ink - Melon Mambo - 126948, Daffodil Delight - 126944, Tempting Turquoise - 126952,

Early Espresso - 126974

Cardstock - Whisper White - 106549, Melon Mambo - 119980, Early Espresso - 121686

Embossing Folders - Decorative Dots - 133520

Punches - 1/3/8" Circle - 119860

Framelits - Chalk Talk - 129983

Ribbon - 1/4" Stitched Grosgrain - Early Espresso - 126871

Accessories - Big Shot - 113439, Magnetic Platform - 130658, Snail Adhesive - 104332, Multipurpose Glue - 110755, Stampin' Dimensionals - 104430, Glue Dots - 103683,

Stampin' Mist - 103683, Sponge - 101610, Rhinestone Basic Jewels - 119246 

•  To order Stampin' Up! products online, please Shop Here
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Until next time, Happy Stampin'

 

Vicky

Petal Parade....



... and our 2nd card for February & March.

With this card, we used the wonderful Technique - Sunburst.

Card Front

Inside Card -

Supplies -

Stamp Set - Petal Parade, Express Yourself

Ink - Crisp Cantaloupe, Pool party, Pistachio Pudding, Basic Black

Cardstock - Pool Party, Basic Black, Whisper White

DSP - Sweet Sorbet

Embossing Folder - Decorative Dots

Ribbons - 3/8" Ruffle Stretch - Crisp Cantaloupe

Punches - 1 3/8" Circle Punch

Accessories - Snail Adhesive, Multi-Purpose Glue, Pearls

•  To order Stampin' Up! products online, please Shop Here
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• To check out available classes or to attend any of the classes, please Click Here, click on the "Classes/Workshop" Page or email me vickiawright@bigpond.com

Until next time, Happy Stampin'

  

 Vicky

Petal Parade...

 

In our SAB Classes for February & March, we used the stamp set "Petal Parade" along with the gorgeous DSP - Sweet Sorbet.  Today's card has been done with the Envelope Punch Board.  The ladies were amazed at how versatile this little board is.  So many options, so little time!

 

To check out the Classes for March & April be sure to click onto the Classes/Workshops Page.  Along with the classes, dates & times, there are also photos.  To book your class, please email or phone.

 

Card Front 

 Inside Card

 

Supplies -

Stamp Set - Petal Parade, Banner Blast, Express Yourself

Ink - Summer Starfruit, Crisp Cantaloupe, Pool Party, Pistachio Pudding, Basic Black

Cardstock - Smokey Slate, Whisper White, Pool party

DSP - Sweet Sorbet

Punches - Scallop Circle, Banner, Itty Bitty Punch Pack, 1 3/8" Circle

Accessories - Snail Adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals, Pearl Jewels, Envelope Punch Board, Sweet Sorbet Accessories Pack - Crisp Cantaloupe Twine

 

Don't forget to pop back in a couple of days to check out or 2nd card.

•  To order Stampin' Up! products online, please Shop Here
• Want to join my team and be a part of a group that loves to stamp together, Join Here
• To check out available classes or to attend any of the classes, please Click Here, click on the "Classes/Workshop" Page or email me vickiawright@bigpond.com

Until next time, Happy Stampin'

  

 Vicky