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Poppystamps Wandering Vine Squares card

Simple and easy watercolor card - today's post will detail its process.

 

Using white (Bazzill Card Shoppe Marshmallow) cardstock die cut the Poppystamps Wandering Vine Squares.

 

Place diecut on a 4-1/4 x 5-1/2 piece of heavy Strathmore Bristol cardstock and run thorough die cut machine using same sandwich used for die cutting.  

 

This will gently emboss the diecut image into the watercolor paper, providing a guide for coloring the squares.  

 

I used Mijello Mission Gold Watercolors - purchased on Amazon.  You could use any watercolor paints, reinkers, Copic markers, colored pencils with or without Gamsol, and so forth.  Try and stay within the square outlines.  The square frames of the die cut are forgiving, and will hide/cover most mistakes made at the edges of the colored squares.  

The sentiment is from Penny Black's newest release - a clear stamp set - Happy Wishes.

 

To pop up the white die cut, I used rolled (one inch size) Scor Tape (technique learned from Kittie Caracciolo) and a Ranger Non-Stick Mat.  The Ken Oliver Mat is so repellent this Scor Tape technique will not work with it - tape does not stick to the mat.  Ranger's mat is excellent for this technique.  

 

Snip the rolled Scor Tape into tiny pieces and adhere to larger areas of die cut back.  I used tweezers for this and pretended I was doing surgery.

 

I added a tiny butterfly die cut using Memory Box Mini Butterflies and Bazzill Pauly Poo cardstock, then a few 2mm, a few 3mm and a 5mm clear bling.  Thank you for stopping by! 

 

 

 

1canoe2 hazelwood collection cards

Here's a post with a bunch of cards made with American Crafts Hazelwood collection from the folks at 1canoe2.  All cards are A2 sized (4-1/4 x 5-1/2 inches) in size.  

 

A few of these cards incorporate fun gold-tone shaped paper clips.  Flat clips on cards are easy to slip into envelopes, and can be protected from postal sorters with a corrugated (or other type of) insert in the envelope.

These were fun and fast to create and I really don't want to put it away...but the Valentine papers are calling...

alcohol ink bookmark

Metal bookmarks from Prima Marketing feature an acrylic cabochon - excellent for highlighting a small piece of alcohol-inked Yupo.  

Yupo (I used white Yupo) is a non-porous surface that works well with Ranger's alcohol inks.  These bookmarks make fantastic gifts and sell well at my local artisan market on Saturdays.

Ranger Alcohol Inks used:  Rust, Mushroom, Lettuce, Pesto, Turquoise and Denim.  I used E-6000 and adhered the cabochon to the inked Yupo.  Allow to dry to completely then trim around the cabochon.  Adhere to metal bookmark using E-6000 and allow to dry 12-24 hours.

My technique uses small spurts of heat, drying the inks intermittently using Ranger's Heat Tool, which I embellished with alcohol inks years ago.

tag sale! like new goodies - updated

Updated Thursday, April 5, 2018

Products listed here were either seldom used or have never been used.  Please do not hesitate to email me (starlitstudio@gmail.com) with any questions.

The process:  Shop, then email a list to me (starlitstudio@gmail.com) with your zip code (or country, if international).  Items ship from Flemington, New Jersey.  Items will be weighed then exact shipping cost advised by return email.  First come, first serve.

Shipping within the USA and her territories:  Use of Priority Mail Flat Rate and Regional Rate boxes will be utilized if there is a cost-savings for you, along with First Class Mail where possible.  Parcels exceeding thirteen ounces in weight must be sent Priority Mail.  Exact shipping including any discounts received from the USPS can be calculated after your list is received.

Shipping for international customers outside the USA and her territories:  First Class Package International is used up to four pounds; product exceeding four pounds must be sent Priority Mail International.  Insurance is required and will be outlined as a separate line item in my email with postage cost.  Parcel will be insured for full value (full value is merchandise value paid, insurance paid and postage paid).

Payment:  invoice will be sent via PayPal; payment appreciated within 24 hours.  I am absorbing the cost of the mailer if using First Class Mail, along with the PayPal fees incurred and fees associated with printing the postage and all other incidentals.

Poppystamps / Memory Box:  

The Memory Box / Poppystamps sets in this section are housed in Avery Elle clear pockets with white 100lb cardstock liners.  Stamp sets are organized using the product packaging of the stamp set, and labeled with 'mb/poppystamps' in the upper left of the pocket in black on a clear label, and on the right is the stamp set name in black on a white background using a label maker.   Dies are neatly arranged on a magnetic sheet stabilized on a chipboard base and located behind the white cardstock liner (stamp set is in the front).  Any questions please email me.

Poppystamps Cat Friends CL433 stamp set and coordinating die set: Cat Friends 1626 - both new in packaging.  $5 for both.

 

Memory Box / Open Studio - Botanical Christmas Tree: stamp set and die set - both new in their packaging - $10

 

Poppystamps Stacked Stars #1306 - no packaging; die (set of 3) intact and not separated (not cut apart) - $8.00

 

 

A Fox Tale - clear stamp set and die set - dies are attached/not snipped apart - $8 for complete set

Spellbinders dies:

Spellbinders Picot Edge Circle dies - set of four - $5.00

 

Spellbinders Beaded Ovals dies - set of four - $5

 

Spellbinders Lacey Circles - set of five - $5

 

Spellbinders Tear Drop Circles - set of four - $5

 

Spellbinders Botanical Swirls - $5.00

My Favorite Things:

Die-Namics Horizontal Stitched Strips die set of four - $5

Die-Namics Vertical Stitched Strips die set of three - $5

MFT stamp sets with coordinating die sets:  stamp sets are neatly mounted onto heavy chipboard trimmed to size of the stamp packaging.  Die set is housed in a cardstock envelope mounted to the back of the chipboard and features a magnetic closure.  My own design - clever, keeps everything together - clever storage that is functional and visually appealing.

Cozy Mittens - stamp set and coordinating die set  - $9

 

 

Cozy Greetings stamp set with coordinating sweaters dies (2 sizes with trims) - $9

 

Winter Warmth stamp set with coordinating die set - $9

 

Perk Up - stamp set with coordinating die set - $7

Sizzix thick steel dies:

Sizzix Karen Burniston Card with Floating Frames 3-D (Pop-Up) - Manufacturer directions are enclosed in a slim pocket that is adhered to the die itself for easy access.  Remove directions prior to use; attached pocket to die does not affect use and acts as an insignificant shim. $5

 

Sizzix Bow, Create-a-Flower #657374 - $5

 

Papertrey Ink Stamp Sets in CD cases:

I maintain the plastic CD cases and they are in top-notch condition.

Unless the stamp set states 'new', the set has minor staining on one, some or all pieces - this does not affect usability; simply makes them easier to view in the CD case.  If 'new' is stated - stamps have never been used and are brand new and unstained.  

All sets are in clear CD cases with PTI set label on spine.  If it's an older set before Nichole began including the name of the set with the index labels, the CD spine is neatly labeled with a label maker.  

All stamp sets (except where noted) have the image index label(s) that came with the set with the protective layer intact....index labels were not adhered to the CD; instead, I kept the protective layer of the index label intact, save for the slim label that is on the CD spine.  The protective layer of the identification label was adhered to a sheet of cardstock, and I neatly (yes, alphabetized - my OCD runs rampant!) organized the labels in a binder behind clear sheet protectors (so I could flip through the binder and get ideas).  As a result, the protective layer of each identification label sticker is still intact - and I have concealed the small strip of adhesive residue remaining from when I removed it from the cardstock sheet/my binder, by affixing a post-it note to the back of the protective layer.  This way, if you want to adhere it to the CD you can, or keep it in a binder like I did, or another storage/organizational method that works for you. 

Holiday Sparkle (with index label) - $7.00

 

Papertrey Ink Text Boxed (no index label) - $8.00

 

Papertrey Ink Butterfly Dreams (with index label) - $6.00

 

Papertrey Ink Stamp Sets in AE pockets:

The Papertrey sets in this section are housed in Avery Elle clear pockets with white 100lb cardstock liners.  Stamp sets are organized using the Papertrey index label on a clear acetate sheet(s).  Sets are labeled with 'pti' in the upper left of the pocket in black on a clear label, and on the right is the stamp set name in black on a white background using a Brother label maker.   Most of the stamps within these sets are used.  Any questions please email me.

Papertrey Ink Fruit Fusion - Mini Apple and Mini Pear Clear Stamp Sets (photos above) - includes apple and pear dies too - $8 for everything.

Papertrey Ink Love Birds - includes coordinating die set - $5

Papertrey Ink Dot Spot - $2

Papertrey Ink Mat Stack #2 plus three dies - the three dies all coordinate with this set; they are the Mat Stack 2 die, Layerz plus the Mega Mat - $1

 

Papertrey Ink On Ice stamp set - with ice skate die - $8

 

Papertrey Ink Take Three: Winter stamp set - $4

 

Papertrey Ink - Just the Ticket stamp set and die - $10

Stampin' Up:  

   

Stampin' Up Holiday Blocks (new in box) - $3.00

 

   

Stampin' Up Holiday Woodcuts - $4.00

 

Stampin' Up Wheels:

 Stampin' Up Spooky Skyline Jumbo Wheel - $1.00

jazzing up die cuts

Back in the early 2000 I watched a few DVD's from Susan Pickering Rothamel - owner of USArtQuest.  

Sprinkling a light layer of chunky clear embossing powder onto inked die cuts then heating from underneath - accent/emphasize with Perfect Pearls.  This is a fun and quick way to add subtle detail to handmade cards.

Quick video detailing the technique:

christmas door knocker art

I've shared the front door knocker artwork in a few other posts: halloween 2012, christmas 2012, spring 2013.  Today's post features Carta Bella Christmas Delivery collection paper, Penny Black Nature's Friends (deer) and Tall Trees dies, and Simon Says Stamp snowflake die.  

All components were leftovers from other projects.  

The garland above the front door in the photo below was created by using lightweight outdoor ornaments and stringing on a sturdy cord with hanging loops at each end.  

It adds a pop of color without fuss.  We had a dusting of snow this morning - happy December!

tim holtz halloween coffin decor

Only at Halloween can you get away with decorating with coffins.  At least in my house.  

Tim Holtz idea-ology halloween product - pumpkins, broom, spider, patterned cardstock, word bands.

 

spider attachment loop was removed and body color altered with Festive Berries paint.

Spooky times ahead! Headed for the weekend - hope yours is a great one!

anniversary and love cards - doodlebug flea market

Doodlebug's Flea Market collection - adorable and fun papers for autumn anniversaries...this card also uses the new Sizzix Mini Globe die and Memory Box (new) House in the Country.  Finished card size: 4.25 x 5.5 inches.

 

I added small drops of Nuvo Gloss Black to the adorable noses of Mr. and Mrs. Mouse and allowed to air dry.  Added a bit of machine stitching to complement the needle and thread theme.  Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

 

over the river and through the woods...

Yes, grandma's house was a fun place to go at the holidays!

Memory Box newest release arrived and is shipping.  Used several on the cards in today's post.

 

Previously released/older dies used:  Speckled Background, Fresh Pine Curved Border.  New dies used:  Quiet Cabin Landscape, Dancing Snowflake Square, and Horse Sleigh Landscape.  Finished card size is 4.75 inches square. 

 

This is the other horse-drawn sleigh die from the release: One Horse Open Sleigh - it's slightly larger in size.  I used a piece of sheet music cardstock from Kaisercraft's Frosted 48 paper pack, along with the new Country Road Oval die.  Background snowflake die is from Penny Black - No Two Are Alike background.  Finished card size: 4.25 x 5.5 inches.

It's difficult for me to work on holiday cards when it's not even autumn yet.  

Speaking of autumn, here's a nifty interactive map to indicate peak autumn in the contiguous USA.

Fun in the Sun and Memory Box summer lookbook

4x6 inch notebook using Doodlebug's latest, Fun in the Sun collection!

Also, Memory Box has a new Summer Lookbook with creations by Jenny Griffiths here!

Wishing you a safe and healthy summer!