Heartfelt Creations Botanic Orchid

 

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I am so very behind on sharing creations I have made, but this Happy Birthday card made with the Botanic Orchid collection from Heartfelt Creations is stunning.. if I don't say so myself.  This is a brand new release from Heartfelt and I love to purchase mine from Create and Craft.. They always release about a week early and I love to have my hands on it ASAP.. 

 

For this card, the size is 5.5 x 5.5.  I used green cardstock for my orchids.  In the stores you see so many different color orchids, I figured why not.. Since the card was for someone who loves green.  I used Green Momento ink to stamp and then once shaped (make sure to watch Heartfelt Creations newest video on shaping the orchids) I used it on the edges a bit for some added definition.  I also added in a bit of pink .. just because the rest of my card was pink.  I also added some shimmer mist, but the photo does not pick that up.

 

The corner die is from Heartfelt Creations as well.  I used some brilliance pink to add some random highlighting.  The background paper is from the Orchid paper pack.. I then took some Lindy's Stamp Gang mist and flicked.  I then curled up the edges and tore some places to make it look not perfect. 

 

Happy Birthday is from Cas-ual Fridays.  This die was a part of a Stamp of Approval collection from Catherine Pooler.   To finish off the card, I placed a few pink dew drops for that finished look.

 

I am in love with the card.. In person it is stunning.   Thank you Heartfelt Creations for another stunning flower.  I will be trying the daffodil as well.. that will come from this very same collection.

 

Happy Crafting! 

 

Live Simply Cascading Card

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The idea for a cascading card came from a group on Facebook.  I saw one posted and my jaw dropped.  Instantly knew I'd be making one.  So I found a great YouTube video tutorial on how to make the cascading part and oh my did it turn out gorgeous (not the base but the entire card, LOL).

 

 

 

I knew in my mind what I wanted to do when I first saw the style of card.  I took out my Heartfelt Creations Vintage Floret collection and went to town making flowers.  I had the pink and brown idea in my mind so to paper it went.  I used Versamagic Pixie Dust and distress ink Vintage photo for my edges.    I stamped out several flowers using my MISTI tool and got to shaping.  I made way more than I needed, but will use them in a project again.

 

I measured and cut each open spot that would be visible using the Vintage Floret paper pad collection.   Once I was to the inside portion of the cascading card I placed small x's in pencil so I'd know which one to stamp.  I took the card apart and stamped the visible spaces with VersaMagic Jumbo Java.  I had to use a scratch piece of paper to cover the cardstock I had already put in place when I stamped. 

 

After I had everything cut and stamped I placed the Live Simply die cut from Die-Versions onto the front.  This cut little die cut fits PERFECTLY on the front.  This die is in the farewell category.. so you'll want to grab this ASAP if interested.

 

I then placed all of my flowers where I thought was perfect.  I started small and went larger to the top and it worked perfect to be able to 'shut' the card.  They do lay flat if you do not had tons of dimension.  I certainly won't be able to use a regular envelope to mail.  I would not want my flowers to smash anyways, so to mail.. it will cost more than a regular stamp.

 

I hope that you enjoyed this cascading card.  I know I LOVED making this. The actual base/style is simple to make.  It's your embellishments that take the time.

Happy Crafting!

~Kara

 

 

 

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This card is entered into the challenge

Crafting from the Heart Challenge - #98

 

 

 

 

 



Heartfelt Creations using a glass block

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Today I want to share an idea I had brewing in my mind.  Using a glass block and Heartfelt Creations I created this masterpiece 3d decoration.  Pictures do NOT capture the true beauty.  It is stunning in person.    Warning this is photo heavy!

 

Products Used:

Enchanted Mum Bouquet stamp

Enchanted Mum Bouquet die

Enchanted Mum stamp

Enchanted Mum die

Enchanted Mum paper collection

Glass Block

Tulle

Mod Podge

Brilliance Pearlescent Orchid

Brilliance Pearlescent Lime

 

From the Enchanted Mum paper collection choose what pattern you will want for the background.  You will want to do this part first as it needs to dry.  Measure the back of your glass block and cut the same size from your paper.    I chose to attach the paper with mod podge.  You will need ample time for this to dry if you choose this route.  I am sure you could hot glue, but I wanted it flush with the glass block.  Paint a layer of mod podge on your glass block and lay your paper.  Smooth this out entirely working any and all air bubbles out.  Once that is semi dry apply a layer of mod podge and allow this to sit until completely dry.  I did this before I went to bed and it was dry for the next day.

Take the Enchanted Mum Bouquet stamp the flower with the stem and leaves (We will use one on the inside) .  Stamp three times the stems with the dragon flies (we will use this on the outside and two on the top).  Cut out all stamped imaged with the Enchanted Mum Bouquet die.  Color as you choose matching the paper you chose for the background. 

For some added dimension we are going to use the Enchanted Mum stamp set and stamp/cut a total of 4 sets.  We will place a Mum on the outside.. inside and two on the top of the glass block.  You will have some dragonflies left over or you can use them all as you choose.  We need some for the front, side and top.

 Color all of the pieces in any color you choose.  For this glass block to color I used the small dabber and brilliance chalk ink for the sparkle.  After you have it all colored shape the flowers and give the dragonflies some shape as well.

First we will do the inside of the block so we can seal it up and move on.  Attach a Mum to the Mum Bouquet and gently place that into the glass block using your favorite glue.  You will want to choose glue that has a spectacular hold.  As I was placing it in, I used  my shaping tool to help hold it to the glass while it dried.  I then put some dragon flies on the other corner.

 Place the top on the glass block.  Add some tulle (this is totally optional).  Place a stem with dragon flies on each side of the tulle and glue down.  Place a Mum relatively close to the tulle.  Add dragon flies to your liking.

 

Place the front left place a stem with dragon flies in the lower left corner.   And then place a Mum over that stem .  Add dragon flies to your liking again.

 Congratulations on completing a glass block creation!

 

This project is entered into:
2 Creative Chicks - Anything Goes



Thinking of You

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Today I wanted to share a card I fell in love with.  I always joke PURPLE everything, but purple and gold make the most beautiful combo ever!!

 

Using the Sun Kissed Fleur Border & Corner (from Heartfelt Creations) stamped with distress embossing ink.. I took my gold embossing powder and then the magic formed. Wowza does it look beautiful.   I did a corner stamp on each side.  I then I took my card and Dusty Concord distress ink and inked up mostly the outsides making it lighter towards the center.

 

I adore butterflies, so I took the Botanical Wings stamp set out to make my butterfly.  Using the clear embossing and gold powder she took form.  Then I took my dabber and dusty concord and made near the body a darker purple.. fading to a lighter purple.  I put a little glossy accents on the body to make it shine.

 

I then took my stamp set from Altenew Painted Greetings (brand new release) and stamped thinking of you.

 

Adding a few sequins made this card one of my all time favorites.  It is so gorgeous in person.

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope this has inspired you to be crafty! 

~Kara

 

This card is entered into the challenge:
Sparkle N Sprinkle - Anything Goes

Thank you box card

Hello!  Thanks for stopping by today.  When I said before, that box cards would be my go to.. I wasn't joking!

 

My Dad and Step Mom had over 10 Monarch Butterflies hatch this year.  This was a childhood event we always did as I grew up.  I was thrilled to hear my Dad found some caterpillars this year.  If you have never experienced this part of life, it's amazing and I definitely recommend you do this some fall.

 

So, when I created this card I knew I wanted Monarch Butterflies and I also needed to send them a Thank you for everything they do for me.

 

I started off going through my collection and my go to sets are always from Heartfelt Creations.  I adore these sets (any of them) and low and behold.. the Butterfly Medley was PERFECT!.

 

I started my box card following the directions I previously had followed.  I found a stellar tutorial on YouTube and wrote all of her exact measurements down.  It comes out perfectly each time I make this style of card.

 

As I assembled this card, the paper was way to plain for my liking.  I took a large stamp from a collection and stamped white on what I wanted to show.  Since I already had the cardstock glued down, I had to lay the section and press on the stamp to give it the stamped image.  I was ok with whatever came out.  I really didn't want a 'perfect' image..  It turned out fabulous!!  I stamped the large back panel as well.  I was still able to write my sentiment as I made this stamped image as light as I could.

 

 

 

I stamped the butterfly medley (using the MISTI tool) and embossed with clear powder. It was then time to color my butterflies to resemble Monarch's.  I used my Zig Brush markers.  I absolutely love these markers.  I never claim to be a color professional, but I do like the outcome with these markers.

 

Behind all of these beautiful butterflies, I wanted some sort of flower to be in the background.  When all of the butterflies were hatching, I was away and so my Dad sent me pictures of each butterfly on a flower.  So I wanted to incorporate a flower of some sort.

 

I used the perfect stamp and colored again with my Zig Brush Markers.  I tried my best to use the ink where I wanted it most.  I then embossed to make the coloring a bit easier.

 

 

I attached the butterflies using transparency film.  I wanted them to 'sway' a little so this works perfect.  I put dabs of liquid pearls (Opal White) on the wings of the butterflies to resemble Monarchs.

 

This card turned out incredible.  Purple is my favorite color, so of course I thought it was near perfection. LOL!  I used some liquid pearls for the buds in the flowers.  The purple I had colored with mixed with the white opal I put down.  It turned out ok, however I'd wait longer for the Zig's to dry next time. 

 

 

Thanks so much for stopping by!  I hope you enjoyed this Monarch Butterfly card.

 

~Kara