Seashore Stampers Montly Blog Hop - June

 Happy Canada Day!

In just a few short days this wonderful country will be 153 years old. I have always been grateful to live in Canada. But over these past few months, I have felt incredibly privileged to be here. This year, like many other special occasions since March, July 1st Celebrations won't be the same. There are things that won't be happening: the Gorge Canada Parade and Picnic (mostly kids on decorated bicycles and gorgeous old cars) along with all the delightful local vendors; the hundreds who stand on the legislative building's lawn to make a giant Canadian Flag; and going downtown to stand on the roof of a friend's office tower to watch the fireworks. What I can do is wear red and white, decorate front yard until my neighbours beg me to stop and spread the love, from a distance. And to borrow from our amazing Dr Bonnie Henry, "Be Calm. Be Kind. Be safe."

Happy Canada Day!

This card was created on a 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" Whisper White Cardstock as the base. The next layer is Real Red Cardstock, trimmed to 5 1/8" x 3 5/8". The 3rd (embossed white) layer measures 5" x 3 3/4". 

The flower. from the Good Morning Magnolia, was stamped in the Old Olive Classic Stampin' Pad and then ran through the Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine with the Brick & Mortar 3D Embossing Folder. 

On Real Red cardstock, stamp the flower stamp in Versa Mark and emboss with White Stampin' Emboss Powder.

Now for the fun! Using your Water Painters, add about 1/4 teaspoon of household bleach to your water. (I did this over the kitchen sink to be safe.) Swipe the painter over the flower petals. I used a little more at the outside edges to give that faded flower look. (If you haven't done this technique before, I suggest experimenting on some scrap cardstock. Different colours of cardstock give varying results.) Next, I used Sponge Dauber with a small amount of ink from your Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad. This was done around the centre of the flower and at the inner edges of petals. Let it sit for a minute or two. With a Kleenex, wipe over it. This removes the excess (red ink) from the top of the White Embossed bits. I used the large flower die from the Magnolia Memory Dies to cut it out but then decided I wanted it to be a bit smaller so I fussy cut the edges. You can save the leaves for a future project. (Think Christmas.)

The greeting was stamped in Black Memento Ink using letters from the Make a Difference stamp set. "Wishes" was done with the Champagne Foil Sheets and cut out with the Well Written Dies. I'm thrilled to introduce our Adhesive Sheets. They are used with your Stampin' Cut & Emboss machine. You simply apply the adhesive sheet to the back of the cardstock you're cutting out, run it through the machine, peel off the backing and you're done! No more glue squelching out all over the place.

That said, I did use Multipurpose Liquid Glue to attach the embossed piece to the red background . I used Stampin' Dimensionals under the flower and the new Stampin' Seal (Tape Runner) to attach the decorated piece to the card base.

My shop is here for all your paper crafting and scrapbooking needs. Please use the current Host Code found to the right of this post, underneath the picture of the catalogue (if your order is under 200.) If your order is around the 100 mark, JOIN THE FUN for only 135. You'll choose 165 worth of product and, in addition (up until the end of June), select ANY current "bundle." You pay NO tax and NO shipping. As long as you remain active, you'll get a 20-25% discount on your future purchases and become part of an incredibly friendly and supportive crafting family.

If you're not ready to join the fun, there are also EXTRA Host Rewards for June. With a 300 order/party, you get an additional 30 in product of your choice. 

Message me if you want more information or have any questions.   

Be sure to visit the other blogs. I'll be away until the end of July. My daughter and I are having a wee girls only road trip!

Cheers,
Adrienne

Meet our new Whale of a Time Suite

Hello all,

I am blessed to live on an incredibly beautiful island. We have several different kinds of whales who live or visit our waters. Years ago, a group of us went out in a boat to explore the northern tip of our island. We were told something about the humpback whales, "you'll smell them before you see them." This gentle giant came right up beside us! Words cannot do that unique smell justice but he was right! Before the whale disappeared I was able to take an iconic tail fluke photo. It was an incredible experience. So one of my first choices, from the New Annual Catalogue, was an easy one. Meet the Whale of a Time Suite! It can be found on pages 94-96. The pictures in the catalogue do not do it justice. The Designer Series Paper is positively gorgeous and the embossing folder is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen.

This card was created for the Vancouver Island Demonstrator virtual swap. Since I wanted to show this suite off, I used every item in the suite on my card. For your convenience, they are all highlighted in blue.

The card base is from Pool Party Cardstock, 4 1/4" x 7", scored at 5 1/2", with a backing of  4 1/4" x 5 1/2" Whisper White Cardstock.  Score with Whisper White at 5". You'll also need a 4 1/4" x 5 1/4" piece of Window Sheet.

The lovely scalloped edge, which I think looks like waves, comes from the Magnolia Memory Dies. After creating the edge on the Pool Party card base, I used the Seabed 3D Embossing Folder on the shorter scalloped side. I then used it on the large half of the card base. Note, it was done in two steps so that both sides are "right" way up.

Next, I fussy cut the Whale of a Time  Designers Series Paper, which had been trimmed to 4  1/4" x 3". Using our Grid Paper, I lined up the Window Sheet and stamped the greeting with black StazOn Ink.

Stamp the whale from the Whale Done Bundle, in your Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad, on Whisper White and punch it out. (Although I didn't feature them on this card, the punch also gives you an underbelly, an eye, a fin and a waterspout.)

The DSP and Whale were attached to the Window Sheet with our fabulous new Stampin' Seal+. This was the first time I've tried this product and I am super impressed. It is going to be amazing for 3D projects. (It's like the old Fast Fuse but better.) When you put the DSP on, make sure it goes to the bottom of the Window Sheet. To attach the decorated Window Sheet to the card base, apply the Stampin' Seat+ to the back of Pool Party Scalloped Edge. Be sure the bottom is even before pressing down.

Wrap the 3/8" Sheer Ribbon (Pool Party) around the scalloped edge and tie a bow. The Whale of a Time Sequins were attached with Mini Glue Dots. For the smaller ones, I just rolled the Glue Dots up. Finally, attach the Whisper White card back with Multipurpose Liquid Glue applied to the top 1/2" above the score line. I also stamped the little fishes on the inside just because they're so cute. This is how the card will look from the side. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

My shop is here for all your papercrafting and scrapbooking needs. Please use the current Host Code found to the right of this post, underneath the picture of the catalogue (if your order is under 200.) If your order is around the 100 mark, JOIN THE FUN for only 135. You'll choose 165 worth of product and, in addition (up until the end of June), select ANY current "bundle." You pay NO tax and NO shipping. As long as you remain active, you'll get a 20-25% discount on your future purchases and become part of an incredibly friendly and supportive crafting family. Message me if you want more information or have any questions.   

See you on Saturday for the Seashore Stampers monthly blog hop.

Cheers,
Adrienne