Heartfelt Creations and Creative Embellishments...

Welcome Everyone!

It seems like such a long time since we've visited!

It's another Heartfelt Creations Wednesday, and this week we're also featuring some of the lovely elements from Creative Embellishments!  I've chosen to use a decorative frame on my creation today along with the Blushing Rose Collection.

Here's my project for this week...

I chose to use one of the flip fold album inserts to create quite a substantial card!
I'll post a few pictures along the way so you can see how the whole thing folds out and what it looks like completely opened!

As I mentioned, I've used the Blushing Rose Collection, as well as the rose stamp and die from the Classic Rose Collection.  As I decided which decorative paper to use, I decided that the blue and purple combination would make a soothing Sympathy card. 

Let's take a look at how the card flips open...

The image on the side smaller side panel is a stamped and die cut image from the Blushing Rose Collection that I've colored and added onto the panel.  The other rose images have been fussy cut from one of the patterned papers.

Let's flip the card open even further...

Here you can see I've matted the center of the card using the same patterned paper I've used on the card front!

And here's a full look at the card totally extended...

The panel on the far left has had all of the roses along the bottom and upper corner fussy cut from a piece of patterned paper as well.  The two stemmed roses have been stamped and die cut from the Blushing Rose Collection. 

Lastly, here's a close up of the flower cluster on the front of the card...

I've painted and antiqued the chipboard from Creative Embellishments and since I wanted it to be a main focal point on the card I've kept the flower cluster fairly simple starting with a base of foliage, a stamped rose and buds which I've colored blue, shaped and adhered on top of the leaves.  I've then stamped, colored and shaped several small purple flowers that I've shaped to look more like a wild rose. 

A touch of sparkle to the flower cluster as well as a few of the preprinted roses on the paper both on the inside and outside of the card and it was complete!

I've included the full instructions for creating this card down below, and enough photos here for you to reference should you like to try to recreate this yourself. 

Be sure to pop by the Heartfelt Creations blog to see the rest of the wonderful projects the team have created using the items they incorporated from Creative Embellishments as well.  Always such a diverse collection of projects for every taste and style!

Until next time...

Project Supplies and Instructions
Blushing Rose Paper Collection, HCDP1-271
Encourage You Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3758
Blushing Rose Swirls Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3756
Blushing Rose Stem Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3755
Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3752
Sympathy Sentiment Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3377
Blushing Rose Swirls Die, HCD1-7114
Blushing Rose Stem Die, HCD1-7113
Classic Rose Die, HCD1-7110
Pocket and Flipfold Inserts B - White, HCFP1-434-2
Deluxe Flower Shaping Kit, HCST1-401
Memento Dye Ink Pad - Lulu Lavender, TSMP504
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive, 159723
Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles, 352854
Shell White Microfine Transparent Glitter, 741

Other Products Used:  BigShot die cutting machine, paper trimmer, scissors, white card stock, Versafine Black Ink, VersaColor Pine Cone Ink, Creative Embellishments Fancy Oval Chipboard Frame Set, paint - yellow, blue, Inka Gold Paint, Copic Ciao Markers - G85, G94, B00, B01, water, mist bottle, sponge dauber, adhesive tape

Locate flipfold insert from package B.  Cut off smallest fold portion.  Trim out card front and center matting pieces using decorative paper as shown.  Ink all edges using a brown colored ink and adhere to card front and center.  Locate teal colored patterned paper and trim to use as matting for the three remaining inside flips and folds.  Ink all edges using a brown colored ink and adhere to card as shown.  Locate weathered board with blue roses patterned paper, taking decorative chipboard frame trace out the portion of roses and open space you wish to use on front of card.  Cut using scissors, stamp sentiment onto focal image piece using black ink and set aside frame and backing.  Trim out weathered board patterned paper to mat over teal matting as shown.  Ink all edges with a brown ink and adhere to card base.  Fussy cut blue roses from remaining pieces of patterned paper, ink all edges with a brown ink and adhere to card to the various sections as shown.  Cut a strip of patterned paper with purple roses and stripes as used on the inside and front cover of card, ink all edges with a brown ink, and adhere to the side of the first flip fold opposite the main inside portion of the card.  Stamp inside sentiment using black ink. Paint chipboard frame starting with a yellow base.  Allow to dry and add a thin layer of blue paint overtop yellow base coat.  Allow to dry and then apply a thin layer of Inka Gold using your fingertip to areas you wish to antique on the frame. Stamp one inking using black ink of each of the rose stems, two of the rose leaves illustration, as well as two of the rose swirls images onto white card stock.  Color using markers, and then die cut using coordinating dies.  Ink all edges with a light brown colored ink.  Adhere one of the rose swirl images onto flip fold where you have applied the rose striped paper and the two stemmed roses to the inside flip fold opposite the inside sentiment.  Adhere frame to card as shown. Shape cascading leaves, along with the second rose swirls die cut using your flower shaping tools and a spritz of water.  Adhere to side of frame as shown.  Next stamp two inkings of the mid sized flower petals from the Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set onto white card stock using black ink.  Apply a light purple ink to all flower petals and then die cut using coordinating die.  Using your flower shaping tools and a spritz of water, shape flower petals and assemble into three flowers with three layers of petals each.  Adhere to floral cluster on frame as shown.  Using a dries clear adhesive, fine metal tip and transparent glitter, apply glitter to rose petal as well as onto preprinted rose patterns on decorative paper both on card front and inside.              

You're Invited to Tea...

Hello!

It's so nice to see you again!

Grab yourself a nice warm tea, get comfy in your favorite chair and stay awhile!

Today is new release day over with us at Heartfelt Creations...we're sharing with you the brand new "Blushing Rose" Collection and it is absolutely stunning!

Here's a little more about it...

 Imagine a pristinely decorated, old fashioned parlor filled with charming antiques, vintage wallpaper and the finest assembling of handsome rose patterned china offering up delectable treats and deliciously fragrant tea!  Amidst the refreshments, and scattered throughout the quarters you are drawn to lavish rose bouquets in every color imaginable, plucked from the pristine rose garden just outside the elegantly draped garden doors. As you glance around it is clear that this exquisite sitting room has been adorned for a very special occasion!  Heartfelt Creations invites you to sit, relax and indulge as they unveil the new Blushing Rose Collection!  Soft in hues and striking in patterns, this newest rose themed release will have you reminiscing of old fine bone china, lace tablecloths, and elegantly wallpapered sitting rooms.  Delicate images of swirling roses, fluttering butterflies and vintage scripted postcards nestled among old fashioned wallpaper like stripes, beautiful brocades and decorative lace accents have been gently set against calming tones of pale yellows, mixed blends of greenish blues, and soft lilacs.  The delicate, illustrations of rose clusters and single stemmed roses found within the cling stamp sets will bring back memories of the ravishing patterns on Grandma’s finest tableware that were kept behind glass and only made an appearance for the grandest of occasions.  Paired together with the coordinating stamps, the ornate dies in this collection will allow you to create enamoring rose motif die cuts perfect for all of your paper crafting needs.  A large focal background stamp, along with a full assembling of all occasion sentiments are the perfect window dressings to complete your soft and romantic vintage style rose themed creations. We invite you to enjoy the finest in paper crafting as we present the Blushing Rose Collection!

As you can tell by the release notes, this collection reminded me of grandly decorated parlours and rose themed patterned china!  So...it should only go without saying that I have created a project that I felt totally went with the theme!

Are you ready to join me for some tea?

Allow me to walk you through a few images that show you each of these project individually.
Let's start with the adorable miniature tea pot!

I thought that the beautiful rose filled paper was the perfect base for a china like looking tea pot!
I've added some Inka Gold to the edges of the project to give it a vintage shimmer, and I've also inked all of the edges with a soft brown color as well.  I thought the pearl on the top was just the icing on the cake!

I've crated a small rose cluster with some of the stamped images in the collection, as well as a dimensional hand shaped rose.  I've also incorporated some chipboard foliage from Creative Embellishments into the floral cluster.  I've painted it with Inka Gold so it too had a gold vintage feeling.

Here's a closer peek at the rose cluster...

Of course we couldn't enjoy tea together if we didn't have a cup and saucer...

I've applied the same inking with the brown colored ink and the Inka Gold finishing so it matched the tea pot.  I've created another dimensional rose along with some leaf foliage and adhered it to the base of the cup.  I've added some Creative Embellishments chipboard into this design as well.

I had so much fun creating this little set!
I hope you've enjoyed seeing it and have been inspired to give an altered art piece a try yourself!

There are also many more ravishing Blushing Rose Collection projects up on the Heartfelt Creations blog!  Do be sure to stop by for a visit and leave some love for all of the designers.

Until next time...

Project Supplies and Instructions
Blushing Rose Paper Collection, HCPD1-271
Blushing Rose Swirls Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3756
Blushing Rose Swirls Die, HCD1-7114 
Classic Rose Cling Stamp Set, HCPC-3752
Classic Rose Die, HCD1-7110
Deluxe Flower Shaping Kit, HCST1-401
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive, 159723
Zip Dry Paper Glue, 273900
Metal Tip for Adhesive Bottles, 352854

Other Products Used:  white card stock, Silhouette Cameo Electronic Die Cutting Machine, BigShot manual die cutting machine, Chameleon Markers - Olive Green, Purple Grape, Mauve, Lavender, Creative Embellishments Chipboard - Flourish 10, large white pearl, VersaColor Pine Cone Ink, Viva Inka Gold, water, spritz bottle, gold embossing powder, heat tool, VersaMark ink, SVG Hut Tea Set Cut File

Watch this video to learn how to create dimensional roses with the Classic Rose Collection.

Tea Pot - Using white card stock, electronic die cutting machine and SVG cut file, cut base of teapot.  Adhere together using a strong paper glue.  Using your choice of patterned paper, die cut decorative paper pieces for tea pot and adhere using a strong paper glue as per instructions accompanying cut file purchase.  Once adhesive is dry, using a light brown color, ink all seams of tea pot and lid.  Then using your finger tip, apply a light touch of Inka Gold over the same areas to achieve an antiqued vintage look resembling that on older fine china.  Stamp the rose and bud flower cluster from the Blushing Rose Swirls Cling Stamp Set onto white card stock using VersaMark ink, apply gold embossing powder and set with heat tool.  Color using Chameleon Markers. Cut using coordinating die.  Shape slightly using flower shaping kit and adhere to tea pot as shown.  Stamp one inking of the middle sized rose flower images, as well as the leaf image from the Classic Rose Cling Stamp set and once again heat emboss using gold embossing powder.  Color using Chameleon Markers and die cut using coordinating die. Using a spritz of water to the backside of each flower piece, shape using your deluxe flower shaping tool kit and assemble to make one rose. Shape leaves as well.  Adhere flower over top stamped flower image already adhered to tea pot.  Cut a few pieces of vine from chipboard, paint with Inka Gold and adhere to floral cluster.  Snip leaf and tendril die cut into two, shape and use to fill in areas needing a little more foliage.  Add a touch of Inka Gold to white pearl and adhere to top of tea pot.

Cup and Saucer - follow same steps as used above only using cup and saucer cutting file.  Stamp, emboss, color and die cut petal pieces for one small rose and foliage.  Shape and adhere to cup and saucer set.  Apply same inking and chipboard treatments you have used on tea pot.  
 

Do It Yourself Home Decor Wall Plaque

Welcome to another Heartfelt Creations Wednesday!

I'm so glad you've stopped by to visit and to take a peek at

 the creation I wanted to share with you today!

I was wanting to create something a little bit different with the Birds and Blooms Collection, and while browsing in Michaels last week I came up with the idea to do a home decor piece!

They were just putting out the most delicious chipboard shapes, frames, words, plaques, etc. and I thought it would be fantastic to create a wall plaque!

I wanted to age the chipboard pieces and finally decided that I would go for the patina look!

 Later on in the post, I'll show you how easy it was to achieve this look using a little paint, water, sandpaper, and some other goodies that I had hiding in my craft room!

Let's begin with a peek at the finished project!

...and a second peek from a different angle with a close of up of the flowers...

Now, you will find that I have all of the instructions on how this project has been created on the bottom of the blog post...however, I decided that I would give you a quick tutorial on getting the patina look I achieved here.  

I had so much fun doing this!  I could get a little bit messy and was really quite curious on how this would all turn out!

Let's begin...

Gather your unfinished chipboard plaque, green paint, water spray bottle, sponge brush and paint tray.  Make sure you are either working on a splat mat or have paper covering your crafting table.  

Pour a small amount of paint into your paint tray and add quite a bit of water using a spray bottle until the paint is quite thinned out.  You don't want to be applying a heavy coat, as you will want parts of the raw chipboard to shine through some areas.  

Brush the entire plaque with your first layer of green.  As it was drying, I used a paper towel to remove some of the paint so that it wasn't a true solid color and you could see some of the wood grain in the panel.  

The next layer will be blue in color.  Prepare your blue paint exactly as you did the green, watering it down to a thin consistency.

Apply blue paint randomly on top of the green base. I've used just the tip of the sponge brush to apply the paint in a streaked pattern, being sure to not cover too much of the base coat.  

The next step is to use a fine grit sandpaper to dull the colors and start the aging process.  

You can see how the sanding really toned down the colors and brings out part of the original chipboard color.  

You are now ready to add the final coat of paint to the plaque.  Prepare your white paint as you did the other acrylic paints and swipe across the plaque using random patterns.  

Once again sand with a fine grit sandpaper.  

We are now ready to begin the aging process!

I've used paper towel to swipe Walnut Distress Stain and Vintage Photo Distress Stain onto the plaque.  I found that applying it directly was just too dark for the look I was trying to create.  

The next layer I added was a brown ink around the edges of the plaque.  I used an older ink pad, as I knew the edges would probably chew it up slightly..and it did!  LOL

The next step was to add a touch of shine...but in a very subtle way...

Using my finger, I applied the Viva Inka Gold to various areas on the decorative edge of the frame.  This product gives a nice shimmer...but the gold color is not overpowering.

We're down to one last step...

Viva Ferro is a very cool medium that has a gritty texture.  I've applied the copper color first and then applied the graphite color over that to tone the coppery color down a bit.  I've once again applied it with my finger as I was not wanting a thick layer on the project.  You can see the areas in the photo above that show as grey...that is where the Ferro has been applied.  It keeps it's gritty texture and gives the piece a great aged feeling. 

You'll want to use the same technique explained here to antique your bird chipboard pieces should you choose to use them.
For the rest of the instructions on how this project was created, please see the end of this blog post.

Be sure to check out the Heartfelt Creations blog for more inspiring creative projects!
Next week brings a new collection release!
I can't wait to share it with you!

Until next time...

HCDP1-250 Birds and Blooms Paper Collection
HCPC-3649 Birds and Blooms Collage Cling Stamp Set
HCPC-3644 Birds and Blooms Cling Stamp Set
HCD1-757 Leafy Branch Die
HCPC-3608 Arianna Blooms Cling Stamp Set
HCD1-748 Arianna Blooms Die
HCD2-752 Cut Mat Create 2B Die
SMP001 Stamp Mat Pad
159223 Paper Blossoms Molding Mat
459222 Paper Blossoms Tool Kit
TSMP808 Memento Espresso Truffle Ink
TSMP706 Memento Pistachio Ink
TSMP602 Memento Zeal Teal Ink
273900 Zip Dry Glue

Other Products Used:  unfinished chipboard plaque, unfinished chipboard birds, White DecoArt Crafters Acrylic Paint, Leaf Green DecoArt Crafers Acrylic Paint, Tropical Blue DecoArt Crafters Acrylic Paint, BigShot die cutting machine, sponge paint brush, paint tray, Aged Hunter Stampendous Frantage Embossing Enamel, Viva Inka Gold, Personal Stamp Exchange Verdigris Embossing Powder, fine grit sandpaper, heat tool, Stampin Up Basic Black Ink, scor tape, cream colored card stock, Viva Ferro Copper, Viva Ferro Graphite, Versa Color Pine Cone Ink, Vintage Photo Distress Stain, Walnut Stain Distress Stain,  water mist bottle, 3 grey brads, Tim Holtz Distress markers - broken china, tumbled glass, salty ocean, forest moss, peeled paint, old paper, mustard seed, finger daubers, Ranger blending tool and pad,

Begin this project by preparing your unfinished chipboard plaque with several coats of the various colors of acrylic paints. To achieve the patina look, apply each coat separately, allow to dry and sand in between each coat.  For a step by step process tutorial on how to achieve the patina look shown here, please see my personal blog.  Apply the same process to the unfinished chipboard bird shapes as well.  Choose a piece of lighter tone background paper from the collection paper pack, measure to fit centre of plaque, and stamp the Collage Cling Stamp Set with black ink.  Immediately sprinkle with the Verdegris embossing powder, discard extra loose powder and set with heat tool.  Using your distress markers, water color the three images on the stamped image. Apply brown colored ink onto the entire stamped image page using a blending tool.  Allow some areas to be darker than others as you do not want a uniform look.  Then apply brown ink to outer edges using the stamp pad itself to give the entire panel an aged look.  Adhere stamped image to plaque.  Select a light green patterned paper from the collection and die cut two of the corner vines from the Cut Mat Create 2B die.  Ink slightly with brown ink.  Set aside.  Stamp the small flowers from the Birds and Blooms Cling Stamp Set in black ink and sprinkle with Verdigris embossing powder.  Remove access and set onto image with heat tool.  Die cut using the coordinating die.  Ink each edge using a teal colored ink. Shape flowers.  Stamp the Arianna Blooms Cling Stamp Set several times in black ink.  Immediatedly cover with Aged Hunter embossing enamel, discard extra and set with heat tool. Apply teal ink around the centre area of each flower, green on the petals, and brown on the tip of each petal.  Shape flowers, creating one large, one medium and one small sized bloom.  Use a brad for each flower centre, adding a touch of Inka Gold to each brad to give it a gold colored shimmer.  Adhere bird chipboard shapes to the bottom of the plaque as shown.  Arrange the corner vine die cuts, and flowers on the top and bottom corners as pictured.  Scatter several small flat flower die cuts from the Birds and Blooms Cling Stamp Set to the image panel.  Once happy with placement of everything, adhere to plaque.  You have now completed a unique home decor project, perfect to gift to a friend or loved one...or even keep for yourself!

This project has been shared in the following challenges...
Everybody Art Challenge..."Text as Focal Point"
Through the Craft Room Door..."Anything Goes"
Not Just Cards..."Anything Goes"
Sparkle N Sprinkle..."Anything Goes February Challenge"
Crafting from the Heart..."Anything Goes"
Craft Your Passion..."Anything Goes"
Simon Says Stamp Challenge..."H is for..." (home decor)

Christmas Is A Feeling

Hi there!

So sorry I'm a little late with my posting today.  Life just seems to get in the way sometimes.  

I'm back today with a card I've created for the new challenge starting at The Crafter's Cafe Challenge Blog.  

Our theme for this challenge is ...

"Use Three Flowers on Your Creation"

What a great theme!  I love flowers!

I had an idea in my head from the first time I read about this challenge.  I knew that I had a new poinsettia die made by Memory Box that I was just dying to try out...so I knew I was going to go with a Christmas Card.  

Here's a photo of how it came out...

I love how the cluster of poinsettias turned out.  I was lucky enough to work with one of sponsors, Decosses Dynamites Doodles, who created a collection just for us to work with.  The beige and pink solid papers used in this card are all from her collection...as well as the patterned papers the poinsettias have been cut from.  There is also a doily image that I have incorporated into the design.  I cut the image in half and used part under the poinsettias (you can barely see part of it peeking through), and the other half is in the upper corner under the holly and berries die cuts.  I've also used an fancy oval die cut for the background under the sentiment.  After the addition of the chipboard swirls, and some stickles to the flowers and berries and I was finished.  I really like how this one turned out.  So much so, that I've added it to my new Art Fire Store.  Be sure to pay me a visit there and see if there's a purchase you'd like to make!  I've only opened it this week, and there will be more stock being added all the time.  Be sure to do me the favor of sharing with your non card making friends as well as liking my page on FaceBook!

The last bit I need to share with you today is our sponsors for the week....

as well as...

and last but not least...



Be sure to check out the Cafe to see what kinds of goodies these awesome companies are offering to a few select lucky winners.

Now it's your turn...go through your flower stash, get die cutting flowers with your machine!  This is a great challenge and I'm sure we're bound to have tons of amazing entries!

Until next time...

This card has been shared in the following challenges...
Crafty Creations Challenge Blog..."All about the S" (chipboard Swirls)
Fab 'n' Funky..."Christmas"
Hambo Hoedown..."Flowers"
Hobbybook..."Show us Your Flowers (use at least 3)
Whimsy Stamps Challenges..."Use 2 or More Die Cuts"
Christmas Card Challenges..."Anything Goes"
Completely Christmas..."Anything Goes"

Love Is In the Details...

A second post today...that doesn't happen often anymore here does it?  LOL

If you are looking for my Crafter's Cafe card, please scroll down.  

Love is in the details...there's so much truth in that saying isn't there!  As crafters we go the extra mile putting lots of love and energy into every creation we make.  You will always find love in all those details.
 If you will recall, this is also the name of the local craft store I teach with. Today I'd like to share with you a few creations I have come up with for them to show case a new product line! 

I was so excited to try out this new product line.  It is made and sold exclusively at Love is in the Details....it's the Lasered Edge Chipboard line.  It includes words, snowflakes, hearts, stars and the line is ever expanding!
Here's a few pics of the hearts and the words I had the pleasure of working with...

And now let's take a look at how I was able to use these awesome chipboard pieces...
In these first two cards, I've used some hearts.  They have been cut so that you are able to layer them as I have done in the second card.  In both of these creations, the hearts have been colored with Inka Gold.  I've created a pinkish hue on the first card by using a reddish ink along with the Inka Gold. 

  

For my next examples, I used several of the chipboard words.  On the first card I've inked the chipboard with a touch of brown.  The "love" in the second card has been inked with the reddish ink and Inka Gold as well. 

I'm so glad these chipboard pieces were released when they were, because I've had a great time creating some Valentine's cards with them.  But, never fear...these words and shapes can be used any time of the year!  If you're interested in any of the chipboard items you see, remember that they are also available for online ordering here as well.
Images have been purchased from TLC Creations.

Until next time...

This card collection has been shared in the following challenges...
Handmade Harbour..."Smile" (sentiments on cherub cards)
Crafting with Dragonflies..."Card Anything Goes"
Divas By Design..."Anything Goes"
Fab'n'Funky Challenges..."Words"
Inklings & Yarn..."Anything Goes"
Paper Pretties..."Anything Goes"
The Paper Shelter Challenge Blog..."Digi and Sentiment"
Ruby's Rainbow..."Use a Doily"
Cuttin and Stampin Challenges..."Anything Goes with Arrow"
Created with Love..."Winged Things"
Simon Says Stamp Monday Challenges..."A is for..."  (Amour)
Victorine Originals..."Valentines/Love"
My Time to Craft..."All About the Love"
Creative Fingers..."Anything Goes"
Jo's Scrap Shack..."It's a Love Thing"
Polkadoodles..."Anything Goes/Girl Talk"
Simply Create Too..."Valentines Day/Use Hearts"

Update:  This card collection has placed in the following challenges...