Clean and Simple Classic Roses...

Welcome!

I'm so glad you've taken time out of your busy day to visit here today!

I have something a little bit different to share with you...it's a clean and simple design...the type I  usually shy away from...but the larger rose image in the Classic Rose Collection by Heartfelt Creations just deserved to be showcased in a simple fashion where all eyes are drawn to it!

   Add the fact that we're blog hopping this month with Chameleon Markers, and I knew I would just do some coloring and create a very simple Sympathy Card.  

Here's how the project turned out...

I've done some dimensional matting, as well as a touch of dry embossing on the white background paper.  A few sequins and the creation was complete!

Here's a closer look at that gorgeous rose image...

It has been a pure treat pulling out my Chameleon Markers again!  I had not played with them much until it was announced that we would be doing a collaborative hop with Chameleon Markers!  It takes a little to get the hang of these markers, but just as with flower shaping...practice practice and practice will get you there!

My coloring is not as perfect as I would like it to be...but it will get there!

Be sure to hop on over to the Heartfelt Creations blog to get all of the details on the giveaways and qualifications to be eligible for the prizes being offered by Heartfelt Creations and Chameleon Markers.  While you're there, be sure to take in the other amazing creations the rest of the design team have created for your inspirations!

Until next time...

Project Supplies and Instructions

Classic Rose Bouquet Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3754
Sympathy Sentiment Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3377
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive, 159723
Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles, 352854

Other Products Used:  black card stock, white card stock, embossing folder (design unknown), paper trimmer, dimensional foam tape, Chameleon Markers - Crimson Red, Olive Grove, Sky Blue, silver sequins, BigShot die cutting machine, scissors, ATG gun, VersaFine Black Ink

Create a 5"x7" card base using white card stock.  Trim a piece of black card stock just slightly smaller than card base and adhere to card front.  Emboss a white piece of card stock slightly smaller than the black mat and dry emboss using embossing folder and manual die cutting machine.  Adhere to card front using dimensional foam tape.  Stamp rose image onto white card stock using black ink.  Color using Chameleon Markers.  Stamp sentiment under image using black ink.  Trim image down to desired size and mat onto black card stock slightly larger than the image panel.  Using dimensional foam tape adhere to card front.  Using dries clear adhesive, adhere silver sequins to card as shown. 

It's a Beautiful Life with You...

Can you believe that September is already half gone?

The kids have been in school for a few weeks now, and routine is starting to set in at our house.  

The leaves are turning beautiful shades of yellows, reds and browns and you can just feel that fall is in the air!

Today is Wednesday, so if you've been following me for awhile, you know that means it's a Heartfelt Creations share!

Last week the new Classic Rose Collection was released!  Have you gotten yours already?

It's a beautiful flower and with so many different petal sizes, you can create any size rose you're needing for those special projects.  

Here's my project share for this week...

(My apologies for the poor color in this photo...it's been raining again and I just couldn't catch a break with some sun!)

I've kept the project quite simple this week...a bunch of layered and dimensional matting creates an effective card base giving the creation some extra pizzaz!  I've colored up some of the stamped images used here using Chameleon Markers...we're participating in a month long blog hop in September...there are some great prizes to be won!

Join in the fun and learn some great coloring techniques! Chameleon Markers is offering a chance to win a 5 pack of Chameleon pens and we are giving everyone the chance to win a $25 Heartfelt Creations Gift Certificate when you leave a comment on the blog and join our creative community on Facebook.

Now, back to more details of my creation...

I've inked the petals on the dimensional rose before shaping with several shades of orange to give the preprinted peach florals on the card front and background a little pop!

I've added some pearls to give the card a soft and romantic touch...and voila...it's complete!

A card that can come together quickly and yet has some stunning dimension and visuals to it!

(You can find the full instructions to creating this project below.)

...and here's a close up of the dimensional rose nestled among the pretty vines...

Did you know...that not only are there a ton more stunning projects posted on the Heartfelt Creations blog created by the uber talented design team...but you can also print off the full instructions to each and every project making recreating any of these cards, layouts or altered art pieces easy!

Be sure to stop by and check it out today!

Well, that's my sharing for this week!

Thanks for visiting...I so appreciate spending time with you!

Until next time...

Project Supplies and Instructions

HCDP1-270 Classic Rose Paper Collection
HCPC-3754 Classic Rose Bouquet Cling Stamp Set
HCPC-3753 Classic Rose Vines Cling Stamp Set
HCPC-3752 Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set
HCD1-7110 Classic Rose Die
HCD1-7111 Classic Rose Vines Die
HCD1-7112 Classic Rose Bouquet Die
HCST1-401 Deluxe Flower Shaping Kit
TSMP201 Memento Dye Ink Pad - Morocco
TSMP801 Memento Dye Ink Pad - Potter's Clay
TSMP200 Memento Dye Ink Pad - Tangelo
159723 Designer Dries Clear Adhesive
352854 Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles
741 Shell White Microfine Transparent Glitter

Other Products Used:  white card stock, dimensional foam tape, Chameleon Markers - Seville Orange and Olive Green, scissors, paper trimmer, BigShot die cutting machine, VersaFine Black Ink, VersaColor Pine Cone Ink, white pearls, pop dots, Stickles - Rose Gold, water, mist bottle, sponge dauber

Watch this video to learn how to shape the Classic Rose.

Create a 6"x6" card base from white card stock.  Locate the decorative papers and card panels as shown on sample.  Trim background mat just slightly smaller than card base.  Trim next two mats decreasing in size as well.  Ink all edges of all matting pieces with a light brown ink.  Adhere to card base using dimensional foam tape.  Locate circle image on premade card panel, fussy cut and ink edges with a light brown color.  Adhere to card front using pop dots.  Stamp one inking of the small rose in the Classic Rose Bouquet Cling Stamp Set, as well as the large vining roses from the Classic Rose Vines Cling Stamp Set onto white card stock using black ink.  Color using Chameleon Markers and die cut using coordinating dies.  Using a spritz of water to the back of each image, shape using flower shaping tools.  Adhere rose bouquet image to card to the right side of the sentiment as shown.  Set aside rose vine image for later.  Stamp one inking of the mid sized rose petals onto white card stock using a deep orange color.  Apply various orange colored base inks to petals using sponge dauber.  Die cut using coordinating dies.  Apply a deep orange ink color to edges of petal tips.  Shape using deluxe flower shaping kit.  Adhere to rose bouquet on card front.  Next, snip rose vine image into pieces to fill in around dimensional rose.  Apply pearls in clusters around shaped rose as well as various locations on card base as shown.  Using a dries clear glue, apply glitter to preprinted rose images on card front.  Apply Rose Gold Stickles to shaped flower cluster. 

Celebrate the Season Flip Fold Insert Card Class...

Hello and Welcome!

I have another set of Christmas card classes taking place at both locations of The Scrapbook Cottage located in Steinbach, MB as well as Winnipeg, MB. 

Here is a look at the flip fold insert cards we will be creating in the class...

Here's a few close ups of the cards showing you a few more details...

...and the second card..

 

...and the inside of card number two - it's a presentation card for a monetary gift...

...and the third and final card...

...and the flip fold action...

...and fully expanded...

I hope you've enjoyed what I've shared with you today!

If you're local, I'd love to have you join in on the class fun!  

There's always something new to learn and lots of laughs around the table!

Below you'll find the dates, times and locations these classes are being held.  Be sure to register early with Sharon in Steinbach, or Kathy in Winnipeg as these classes sell out quickly!

Celebrate the Season Card Class Dates:

Winnipeg, Manitoba - October 20/16   12:30pm

Winnipeg, Manitoba - November 17/16 - 12:30 pm   and   6:00pm

(204) 257-2771

Steinbach, Manitoba - October 24/16  12:30pm

Phone:  204-326-6777

Until next time...

Introducing the Classic Rose Collection...

It's new release day with Heartfelt Creations...and I'd like to introduce you to the "Classic Rose" Collection!  It's absolutely dreamy!

Here's a little about it...
 

Beautiful in color, exquisite in fragrance, and ever so dignified, the rose is one of the most coveted flowers found in chic bouquets, or carefully tended flower gardens.  Breathtaking in bud form, as a blossom gently opening, or in full bloom, it is a flower that calls attention to itself and beckons you to pause and quietly reflect upon its elegance.  Heartfelt Creations invites you to stop, fall quiet and immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the new Classic Rose Collection!  Filled with delicate illustrations of roses ranging from buds, to full blossoms, rose wreaths and flower filled vines, the three cling stamp sets and coordinating dies included in this assembling will have you building gorgeous rose gardens filled with varying sizes of dimensional flowers as realistic as those found in nature themselves.  The captivating decorative paper collection will whisk you away to perfectly manicured rose filled grounds, serene meadows where brooks babble and wild roses hold their heads high, and alluring views from charming old world buildings clad in weathered brick and vining florals.  The handsome color palette of regal purples, deep brick like reds, rich corals and leafy greens filled with delicate swirls, stunning brickwork and floral patterns, along with tender handwritten script are among just a few of the magnificent elements found within this graceful paper assembling. So join us as we slow down, enjoy the view and take some time to linger and smell the roses.      

Well, I fell in love with the gorgeous window scene in the paper collection and decided that the window die cut from the Botanic Orchid Collection would be perfect to pair with it on this project!

Here's a peek at my creation for the week...

...and here's a closer look at the new classic rose...

This month we are partnering up with Chameleon Markers...and if you haven't tried them yet, they are awesome!  I've used them in this project to color all of the foliage, as well as the stamped background rose images.  The shaped flowers have been inked using Rouge ColorBox ink.
I've added a touch of white gesso to some of the petals on each of the shaped roses just to give them a softer look.  I've added glitter to the stamped and colored images, as well as the preprinted image on the background paper.

I hope you've enjoyed this weeks project and have been inspired to create some beautiful roses of your own!  Be sure to visit the Heartfelt Creations blog for more amazing projects featuring this new collection as well as Chameleon Markers!

Until next time...

 Product Supplies and Instructions
HCDP1-270 Classic Rose Paper Collection
HCPC-3752 Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set
HCPC-3753 Classic Rose Vines Cling Stamp Set
HCPC-3754 Classic Rose Bouquet Cling Stamp Set
HCD1-7110 Classic Rose Die
HCD1-7111 Classic Rose Vines Die
HCD1-7112 Classic Rose Bouquet Die
HCD1-7100 Botanic Window Die
HCST1-401 Deluxe Flower Shaping Kit
71015 ColorBox Fluid Chalk Ink - Rouge
159723 Designer Dries Clear Adhesive
352854 Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles

Other Products Used:  white card stock, BigShot die cutting machine, white gesso, Glitter Ritz, VersaFine Black Ink, VersaColor Pine Cone Ink, Chameleon Markers - Dusty Rose, Olive Grove, sponge dauber, mist bottle, water, distress tool

Watch this video to learn how to shape the Classic Rose.

Create a 6"x6" card base using white card stock.  Locate background panel in paper collection, trim slightly smaller than the card base.  Distress edges, ink with a brown colored ink and adhere to card base.  Die cut Botanic Window from white card stock and adhere to card front.  Locate sentiment strip in paper collection, trim and ink all edges with brown colored ink.  Adhere to card front.  Stamp one inking of the vining roses from the Classic Rose Vines Cling Stamp Set, along with the large rose image found in the Classic Rose Bouquet Cling Stamp Set onto white card stock using black ink.  Color images using Chameleon Markers.  Die cut using coordinating dies and shape using a spritz of water and your flower shaping tools.  Adhere to card as shown, vine winding up window front and larger rose image on opposite bottom corner.  Stamp two inkings of all petal pieces and the leaf image from the Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set onto white card stock using black ink.  Color leaves using Chameleon Markers.  Using a sponge dauber, lightly color all of the rose pieces using a pink ink.  Create one large rose, one mid-size, one smaller rose as well as one bud following the instructions found in the video link above.  Adhere to card as shown.  Adhere leaves to rose clusters where extra foliage is needed.  Using your finger tip, apply a light covering of white gesso to a few of the rose petals on each flower.   Using a dries clear glue and some Glitter Ritz, apply glitter to areas on stamped background rose images as well as preprinted card base image. 

Frosty Friend Gift Bag...

Welcome friends to another Heartfelt Creations Wednesday!

This week I have a super quick and easy project to share with you...it's a Christmas gift bag!

I've used my Silhouette Cameo and a cut file from SVG Cuts which you can find here!

Here's how my project for the week turned out...

The snowflake die paired with the skating snowman stamp and die combo made super quick and easy decorating!  I've added some Stickles to give it that holiday sparkle, and I've robbed the handles to use in my gift bag from a purchased one that had seen better days and was ready to be recycled.

I decided that it would be fun to create matching tissue paper, so I stamped the skating snowman image multiple times onto white tissue paper using a dark blue ink.  

Quick, simple and yet effective enough to gift those Christmas items that you had to purchase because you didn't find the time to do handmade...or you have a few people in your list who don't appreciate a handmade gift but would use a handmade gift bag to pass along another gift!  LOL

Well, that's all for me today...short and sweet!

I hope you've enjoyed today's project...and be sure to stop by the Heartfelt Creations blog for more holiday inspirations showcasing the lovely Snow Kissed Collection!

Until next time...

Project Supplies and Instructions

Snow Kissed Paper Collection, HCDP1-269
Frolicking Frosty Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3750
Frolicking Frosty and Spruce Die, HCD1-7107
Snow Kissed Flakes and Tag Die, HCD1-7108
Memento Dye Ink Pad - Nautical Blue, TSMP607
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive, 159723
Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles, 352854
Zip Dry Paper Glue, 273900

Other Products Used:  Silhouette Electronic Die Cutting Machine, SVG Cuts Happy Holidays File, BigShot manual die cutting machine, white card stock, navy card stock, VersaFine Black Ink, Ranger Distress Markers - Aged Mahogany, Dried Marigold, Pine Needles, Evergreen Bough, Stickles - Cranberry, Ice Blue, Pine, white tissue paper, handles recycled from older purchased gift bag, pop dots

Choose designer paper combinations for gift bag from Snow Kissed Collection.  Using electronic die cutting machine and purchased gift bag file, cut pieces and assemble using a strong paper glue.  Die cut snowflake background from white card stock and decorative portion from navy card stock.  Adhere together and adhere to gift bag using pop dots.  Apply Patina Stickles to entire decorative portion of snowflake and allow to dry.  Stamp snowman onto white card stock using VersaFine Black ink.  Color using Ranger Distress Markers.  Die cut using manual die cutting machine and coordinating die.  Adhere to snowflake using doubled up pop dots for added dimension.  Remove handles from a purchased gift bag that is ready to be recycled and add to gift bag.  Stamp snowman image repeatedly onto white tissue paper using blue ink and stuff gift bag.