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Fabulous Friday Fun ~~ The Smooshing Technique!

Good Morning  Fellow Stampers ~~

Happy Friday!!  While I'm off sitting in the dental surgery chair today; and recuperating on the couch later, I'm leaving you with some Fabulous Friday Fun from DDS Studios!!  😍😍😍

I promised you earlier this week that I would do a Class With Wendy video tutorial on this card:

 

 

 

So I hope you're ready to learn "smooshing" -- LOL

And have some creative fun this weekend!

 

 

Hopefully all will go well with my implant surgery; and I'll be back online soon to share more fun with you.  

In the meantime, have a great weekend everyone!!

 

I Love to hear from you.  Leave your questions or comments below!!

Hugs, . . .

 

 

Class With Wendy Wednesday (sort of) ~~ Eastern Medallion Ornaments

 

Good Morning Fellow Stampers ~

Well, here we are on a "hump day"; and I'm quite happy that it is a "short" week as I have an "off-Friday" this week.  In fact, only one more working Friday for me this year -- yeah!!  I am mightily looking forward to my holiday break this year!!  I really need it!

 

It's that time of year -- time to make ornaments!! Whoo hooo . . . and I've been doing a little playing with an idea I had in my head.  I'm not sure it totally turned out the way I had first envisioned it; but I've decided that's okay.  I'm still playing . . . LOL

 

 

 

 

I started thinking about our Eastern Medallions a couple of weeks ago when it dawned on me out of the blue that we had the perfect ornaments in the making within this set; and I think it's been getting ignored.  I ended up going with a "flat" ornament with today's collection; I'm still experimenting with a 3D version and trying to decide exactly how that should look.  I'll let you know . . .  LOL

 

You'll recall when these were first introduced that we experimented with a number of ways of playing with these dies, including snipping the larger die at each of the points to remove it from the cardstock.  That works very well here with these.  By combining our Layering Circles framelits with the Eastern Medallions, you can create a number of different and wonderful looks.  I'd still like to create an elegant black and gold version; so we'll see how it goes!

 

This ornament was created with a Tranquil Tide and Silver color combination.  I cut 3 of the Eastern Medallion dies together to create this beautiful intricate die cut, snipped it at the points from the Tranquil Tide cardstock; then layered it over a Silver Glimmer paper circle.  The outer circle was created from Silver Foil using two of the Layering Circles to create this fun edge.  And now here's a fun tip - wondering where that pretty little popped up "flower" in the center comes from?  Check out the Quilt Builder Framelits Dies !!  What a wonderful way to combine our different die sets to create a lovely look!!

 

This ornament is created a little bit differently.  I used a Very Vanilla and Gold color combination for this ornament.

First, I cut just the outer intricate die portion from the Eastern Medallions on Very Vanilla, and snipped it at the point.  Then I cut the two other intricate dies from a Gold Foil piece and overlaid that on the Very Vanilla die cut.  A Gold Foil circle was cut for underneath; and then I cut a Very Vanilla scallop border using the largest Layering Circle scallop, and then a slightly smaller plain circle.  That border is glued on the top edge of the Gold Foil circle with some of our retired 2-Way Glue.   I like the different effect this created.

 

This ornament was created with Whisper White and Dapper Denim cardstocks.  And I used the Eastern Palace sticker overlays to create the center piece.

Again, the largest intricate die and one of the center dies was used to create this die cut; snipped out at the points.

I stamped the little images in Dapper Denim on each of the curves.

Then the outer die was cut again from Dapper Denim, and I snipped it down at the "arch" level (where you see the stamping) all the way around, so that I could layer it underneath and just have the color peaking through the cutouts in the center (can you see that?).

The sticker was laid on Whisper White cardstock; and then cut out with the frame and intricate die that coordinates with this pretty flower -- did you realize the dies cut out the stickers??  Pretty cool isn't it!!  This is popped in the center of the ornament as well, after curving out the cut-out petals.

I think this one is really pretty!!

 

I think you could easily modify these to create pretty tags for packages as well!

Give them a try!  Sometimes it's easy to forget that we have wonderful products in our Annual Catalog that work so well for Christmas!!

Now, if you find any of these confusing, or have questions, don't hesitate to contact me.  I'll do my best to provide some tutorial pics, and answer your questions to help you along.  And if we have a lot of queries, I'll do a tutorial video.  These pretty little ornaments really are not difficult and lots of fun!!

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

 

Just Ask Wendy! ~ Layering Color With Your Stampin' Blends

 

Good Morning Fellow Stampers ~

Hello  my crafty friends!!  Whooo hooooo ~~ I'm so excited this morning.  Thanksgiving is tomorrow; my honey and I are hosting Thanksgiving together for the first time.  Both his boys and one of their girlfriends are here; his mom and one of his sisters.  It should be a wonderful day together.  I've already got the 7-Up Jello Salad done and in the fridge; the Chocolate Marble Cheesecake is finished (Mike made the Pumpkin Pies last night - something he likes to do!); and the Sweet Potato Casserole is put together and ready to be popped in the oven tomorrow.  The Thanksgiving table has been laid; and this morning the dough is started in the bread machine for my homemade rolls!!  I have big plans for a nice breakfast for everyone tomorrow morning; and it should just be a wonderful day together!!

 

 

I'm also over the moon excited to bring you today's little video technique tip.  I promised this video last week on taking a closer look at layering different colors of the Stampin' Blends and seeing the pretty effect you can get.  So let's jump in and take a look at that first up today!!!

 

 

  I promised in the video that I would post up the cards I designed and created for and out of last weekend's Meet the Stampin' Blends class.  So let's take a closer look at those for some fun today!!

 

This 2-card set is created with the Remarkable You stamp set (one of my favorites!!).  One is a CAS (clean and simple) card using Rich Razzleberry Stampin' Blends, and layered on the card front with Berry Burst cardstock.  The other has some simple layering incorporating the Sweetheart TIEF, the Naturally Eclectic DSP, and a combination of the Layering Circles, Layering Ovals, and Stitched Shapes framelits.

 

This card was easily thrown together with Pool Party and Soft Suede cardstocks, and the wonderful piece of Wood Textures DSP in the background.   l love the Pool Party 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon on this card.

 

This fun card has a series of layered ovals in Tangerine Tango, Peekaboo Peach, and of course Whisper White.  The soft background in Sahara Sand keeps it neutral and lets everything else pop.  Don't you love the look of that Garden Trellis TIEF in the background?  I did sneak in the retired Tags & Labels framelits for my little sentiment; punched holes with the 1/8" Handheld Punch, and added some pretty Calypso Coral 1/8" Sheer Ribbon.  So pretty!

 

This simple sweet card was created with the Just Add Color SDSP.  I really did just keep this card simple so that the focus would be on the colored images.

I used a piece of Painted Autumn DSP layered with Calypso Coral and Old Olive in the background, and wrapped with Crushed Curry 3/8" Mini Chevron Ribbon.

Don't forget to color those pearls (and rhinestones) with your wonderful Stampin' Blends.

  

If you've been on the fence about these markers, I encourage you to take the plunge.  If you're not sure, pick just a couple of the color sets, and start there.  Give them a try!  I can assure you, these are well worth the purchase.  Click HERE or on the image below to learn all the details about Stampin' Blends.  Then hop on over to my Online Store and snag yourself the collection today!

 

 

Be sure you are signed up for the DDS Nibbles Newsletter.  DDS Nibbles subscribers get host codes, and special perks, rewards, and tutorials, that are not offered here on the blog.  We're in the middle of the 12 Weeks of Christmas -- so don't miss out!

 

 

Don’t miss the exciting discounts and deals of the Stampin’ Up! On-Line Extravaganza Sale, Nov. 20 – 26.  See what’s on sale here.

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

Just Ask Wendy - A Technique Tip Video - No Naked Envelopes

 

Good Morning Fellow Stampers ~

Hump Day!  And the first day of November! WOW!  Are you getting your plans in order for the holidays ahead?  Thanksgiving is already being organized here in my family. 

 

 

As promised -- it's time today for a technique tip video, all about "no naked envelopes."  And particularly addressing a recent question on how to do those cute designer series paper flaps to your envelopes.  Easy Peasy!  But let's review!  It's always good to "go back to the basics" I say and refresh our memories.  If you're like me -- LOL  So let's enjoy today's fun short video.

 

 

 

 

Hope you enjoyed that.  I'd love to read your comments in my comment section.  How do you keep your envelopes pretty to match your projects?  I think we have the coolest craft, don't you? 

Today the new Stampin' Blends went live -- did you get yours yet?  LOL  Don't wait!!  They are fabulous! You can hop right on over to my Online Store and purchase a few or a whole set; and don't miss the Color Me Happy kit and stamp set specifically meant to go with your new markers.

 

Be sure you are signed up for the DDS Nibbles Newsletter.  DDS Nibbles subscribers get host codes, and special perks, rewards, and tutorials, that are not offered here on the blog.  We're in the middle of the 12 Weeks of Christmas -- so don't miss out!

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

 

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Case-Out Thursdays - A Phantom Chandelier

Good Morning Fellow Stampers ~

Oh My Goodness!  How much fun have we been having this week!!? 😉  Spooky Coffins on Monday, a Graveyard Gate Bridge Fold on Wednesday . . .  I think it's time for a little fun with a chandelier . . . what do you think?

 

Today I'm doing things just a little bit differently for my CASE-Out Thursday post.  We are not actually going to CASE a sample from the Stampin' Up! catalog.  Instead, we'll take some inspiration from those pages, as well as the wonderful bundle I'm showcasing today, and create a whole new project that I hope you'll feel inspired to CASE for yourselves!

And we're going to play with another fun technique today that I don't play with nearly enough, but really do love - the Shaving Cream Technique.

 

So let's open up the suitcase and see what's inside; and decipher the "code" along the way!  Whoo hooo -- so much fun!!

 

 

Season to Sparkle Bundle -

Pg. 43 - Holiday Occasions Catalog 2017

 

 

Here are the samples from page 43 of the catalog.  We're going to step things up a notch today, and take our inspiration from . . . The Phantom of the Opera . . .

 

 

 Ahhhhh, yes . . . the Phantom!!  My absolutely MOST favorite and beloved Andrew Lloyd Weber musical stage production - and I adore the 2004 movie "re-make" of this mesmerizing story as well.  But then I LOVE everything "Phantom"  - LOL.  Ever since I saw this bundle in the catalog, I immediately thought of the Phantom, and have been wanting to play!  Oh My!  I'm swooning!  LOL  I have fashioned my chandelier today after the chandelier in the 2004 movie - and hope I do it a little justice!

 

Design Colorology

 

Basic Black

Elegant Eggplant

Wisteria Wonder

Silver Foil

 

Stamps, and Ink, and Paper . . . Oh, My! 

 

Stamps: Beautiful Bouquet [Item #143666 - photopolymer]; Season to Sparkle [Item # 144943 - photopolymer]**
Paper:  Basic Black (5-1/2" x 8-1/2", scored at 4-1/4" - card base); Elegant Eggplant (5-3/8" x 4-1/8"); Shimmery White (5-1/8" x 3-7/8"; scrap for sentiment and candelabra); Champagne Foil (6" x 6" piece to cut chandelier); Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper (scrap pieces to cut chandelier decor)
Inks:  Memento Tuxedo Black [Item#132708]; Archival Basic Black [Item #140931]; Smoky Slate [Item #131179]; Archival Basic Gray Ink Refill [Item #140929]; Elegant Eggplant Ink Refill [Item #105222]; Wisteria Wonder Ink Refill [Item #122931]
Other: Chandelier Thinlits Dies [Item #144684]**; Stitched Shapes Framelits [Item #145372]; Layering Circles Framelits [Item #141705]; Foil Snowflakes - Silver [Item #144642]; Black Rhinestone Jewels [Item #144639]

**Buy this as a bundle and save 10% - Photopolymer - Item #146225

 

 

"CASE-Out" Design Guide

1. Score your Basic Black cardstock at 4-1/4", and fold [Reminder:  Fold "inward" on your bump - bump goes to the inside - to get that nice clean professional look].  Use your bone folder gently so as not to "crack" your cardstock.  NOTE: Please be sure to note the special measurements to your front layering today.  These are specific to give a "slim" border of black; and then a larger border of purple behind the Shimmery White layer.  This should give you a nice sharp elegant look.

2. Prepare your "shaving cream" :-)  I use an empty wood mount stamp case, as you can create your shaving cream color on one side, and use the other to clean off the cardstock -- and you can keep things contained and clean (keep baby wipes and paper towels close at hand - LOL).  We are using Basic Gray, Elegant Eggplant and Wisteria Wonder ink refills today.  Pull a knife or the point of your score stylus through the shaving cream to get the artistic effect you want out of the ink.  Today I wanted some basic side-to-side sweeps for the background of my chandelier.  Lay your Shimmery White cardstock piece face down in the mixture and press very gently to pick up the color.  Lift just as gently, then use your knife and a paper towel to scrape off the shaving cream and clean it all up.  Let the piece dry for just a few minutes.

 

3. Using the 2nd largest Stitched Shape circle, cut out a circle from the center of the shaving cream piece, just slightly above center.  Lay SNAIL close all around the circle edge on the backside of your piece; then attach a Silver Foil Snowflake so that it is centered as it shows through the circle to the front.  Adhere your shaving cream layer to the Elegant Eggplant cardstock layer; then the entire piece to the Basic Black card front. 

4. Adhere the circle you cut out of the shaving cream layer with SNAIL off set from the center circle, in the right-hand corner of the card front.

5. Cut the chandelier die from Champagne foil.  Then burnish the die cut with Archival Basic Black ink.  You don't have to overdo it; we just want to "antique" the foil and make it look "old."

 

The lighting isn't great - but I think you can just catch the "burnished" effect on the Champagne foil.  This foil is the perfect color for what I wanted to do.

Just carefully run the surface of your pad over the die several times taking care not to bend any of the pieces.

 

6. Cut the "crystals" tier die from Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer paper, twice; and the "chain" hanger die as well.

7.  Stamp the row of 3 candelabra image in Memento Tuxedo Black ink on a scrap of Shimmery White cardstock, twice.  Cut out with the coordinating framelit.  Lightly color the "flames" with a So Saffron stampin' write marker; add a little additional color with a Pumpkin Pie stampin' write marker.  Attach these with a glue dot to each of the designated spots on your chandelier cut out.

8.  Attach the Dazzling Diamonds "crystals" with glue dots to the chandelier die.  The die has little "notches" that are where you attach the tip of each "crystal" piece.  I show these with arrows in the picture belows:

 

Attach the lower tier of "crystals" with a glue dot at each of the points where an arrow is pointing;

Attach the upper tier at that next level - just 3 spots; and then gently tuck the tips of the alternating crystal tiers under the candelabra you will have already put in place.

Attach the "chain" or hanger at a "fallen" angle with a glue dot right over the open hole at the top of the chandelier die.

 

9. Stamp the sentiment (I chose this one from the Beautiful Bouquet stamp set - since Phantom is really a love story and I thought it fit), in Memento Tuxedo Black on Shimmery White cardstock; cut with a Layering Circle framelit that "just" fits around it.  Then SNAIL it to the bottom center of your shaving cream circle that's already in place.

 

10. Add Black Rhinestones in all the right places -- LOL -- to make your chandelier sparkle with elegant spookiness.  Using Mini Dimensionals, pop your completed chandelier in place centered on the card front.  The center of the chandelier should line right up with the center of the Foil Snowflake underneath.

 

The inside of the card is layered in Elegant Eggplant and Whisper White cardstock

Stamp the crystal tiers image from the stamp set in Smoky Slate.

And the coordinating sentiment from Beautiful Bouquet is stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black.

 

Well, what do you think?  Fun?  Feel a little elegant and a little spooky too?  I haven't decided if the background turned out too busy or not -- but it sure was fun to create!  I had this one sitting in my mind and I just had to get it out on paper.  Hope you have had some fun today too!!  You can order your Season to Sparkle Bundle in my Online Store today!

 

Until Next Time . . .

 

 

 

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