As The Ink Dries

Simple Sunday Share

This is a VERY simple share idea.  In fact I am sure I have shared this before but the other day while I was addressing envelopes when it hit me...I NEED to pretty these up.  It was pouring outside so I did not want to stamp them in case they got wet and I also did not want to spend a lot of time.  Hmmm, what is quick and easy to do, makes a big impact and it doesn't involve ink?  You got it... Textured Impressions Embossing folders!  Since I have my Big Shot out at all times,  I pulled out my Flower Garden TIEF and look how gorgeous this looks and it took maybe 5 seconds to do.

Flower Garden Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Isn't it so elegant?  It takes no time at all with the Big Shot and the Flower Garden TIEF (page 24 of the Summer Mini Catalog).   I ran this through my Big Shot on "no tabs".  I can also run these ahead of time since this TIEF  isn't  a full card sized design and so I still have a place to address the envelope. 

Here's one to file away for later.

Northern Flurry Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

This is the Northern Flurry TIEF ( 120902) and it was first featured in the Holiday Mini Catalog and is still available for purchase. 

The next time you are in your stamp room and waiting for inspiration to hit, grab your TIEF and some envelopes and start prettying up your envelopes.  This is  part of my stamping aerobics workout so make sure you crank with both arms so you will work out each arm evenly!  HAHA!  Wow, stamping and fitness tips all in one blog!  Have a great one and if you need a Big Shot or more Textured Impressions Embossing folders go to my website and order some, consider them exercise equipment you can really use!

Simply Said Happy Mother's Day!

Wishing you a wonderful day!

Simple Sunday and Lots of Flowers

I am back home and the morning I arrived it was beautiful!  It was the perfect welcome home to see the early morning  sun shining on Mt. Rainier.   I wish I had taken a picture to share with you.   I got unpacked and then had to head to the dentist.  I know I really know how to have a good time!  If you know me the dentist is one of my most hated things to do but I love to eat  so I got to keep  my teeth as long as possible.  After that lovely visit I have been catching up on the mundane things that you have to do and also spending time with the family.

I squeezed in a little stamping.  It has been almost 2 weeks isnce I have stamped anything and I have missed  my creative outlet.  It is strange but my hands and head felt a little rusty.  Here's what I came up with and it is just right for a Simple Sunday share.

I will have to admit that this card is not quick.  The centers of the flowers are paper buttons I cut with the Sweet Buttons Embosslit and you have to cut them one piece of cardstock at a time.  The flower is from the Big Bold Cupcakes sizzlit and needs to be cut out one flower at a time.

Stamps:  So Happy for You (SAB stamp set) and Apple Blossoms (level 2 hostess set)
Ink Whisper White  Craft ink and Early Espresso
Paper:  Crumb Cake, Rose Red and Springtime Vintage
Big Shot:  Perfect Polka Dots TIEF, Sweet Buttons embosslit, and Big Bold Cupcakes sizzlits
Extras:  Rose Red seam binding ribbon

Here is another version that is both simple and quick. 

Stamps:  Apple Blosssoms and Hello Again
Ink: Whisper White craft ink
Paper:  Springtime Vintage DSP and Rose Red
Punch: 1/2' Circle and Boho Blossom
Big Shot: Beautiful Wings and Perfect Polka Dot TIEF
Extras:  Rose Red seam binding ribbon and Basic Pearls

This card is much quicker since you punch the flowers out and the centers too.   This would also be another easy template to use with other punches or dies.  How about cupcakes, butterflies or even bats!  I may have to explore some of those too and i will share them when i do.  If you need any punches, Big Shot dies, or any other stamping supplies you know who to contact!

Simple Sunday and the Four Frames stamp set 2

I am sorry that I have not been posting regularly the last few days.   I am currently helping my parents and do not have access to my stamping supplies!  I have not crafted a thing in 6 days and it will be a few more days  before i do.  This is one of the last things I made before leaving.  It is a simple card and  a useful template for future Simple Sunday cards.

 
Stamps:  Four Frames and Great Friend
Ink:  Not Quite Navy
Paper:  Sahara Sand, Paisley Petals DSP, Not Quite Navy, Whisper White
Big Shot:  Perfect Polka Dots TIEF and Beautiful Wings embosslit
Punch:  Designer Label punch
Extras:  Baja Breeze seam binding ribbon, Basic pearls

I do have some great cards  to share with you from a swap I received before leaving.   Check back for more stamping inspiration!