When I saw the Morning Cup stamp set in the Stampin Up catalog I knew I would be getting it! I did indeed get it at the last SU party I went to but just now got time to use it *okie isn't sure where her time goes but thinks her time has a habit of running away*. There are several really cute stamps in the set but for this card I am going with the tea kettle and the tea bag. There is a sentiment stamp in the set that does say "tea"rific and that is where I got the idea for the inside sentiment.
I did have a hard time thinking of how to make a cute layout for the card and then I gave up and just used this one.
There is actually a lot of work in this card even though it may not look like it. I am not even sure where to start. Okay let us start here...
Supplies used:
DCWV At Home glitter and cardstock stack
Stampin Up - stamps, inks, markers, punches (Scallop Circle, 1 3/8" Circle, Modern Label, Word Window)
EK Success punches - 2 3/8" scallop circle, 1", 1.25", 1.5", 1.75" circles
Janome Sew-Mini
Grosgrain Ribbon
Walnut Ink
Spareparts brads
Cat Eye chalk ink
Cuttlebug and Textile folder
I ran the purple cardstock through the Cuttlebug and then left it on the folder to sand. This method keeps the embossed image from getting smashed while sanding. I then used the walnut ink to go over the paper to give it an aged look. I worked quickly and soon as I had it all covered I used a paper towel to dab off the excess. I think it added a nice background and didn't look as stark as just the white core would have.
Notice the thin circle around the tea bag image. I did that by first punching with a 1.25" punch and then using a 1 3/8" punch and lining up the hole left from the 1.25" punch.
I used the Word Window punch for the happy birthday sentiment and then put it on top of some cardstock I had punched with the Modern Label punch. I added some brads for a little extra embellishment. I used mounting foam to then attach to the card.
The inside sentiment was completed using the Hallmark Studio program. I used the walnut ink around the edges to give it a tea stain look *okie sighs and once again thinks she is such a genius*. I was on the phone with my friend Linda, aka LGuild, when I printed the inside of the card and guess what...I PRINTED IT THE WRONG WAY! So I had to print again *okie thinks there were her genius status down the drain...once again*.
I added a picture of the ink because I figured you guys would be hassling me and asking me what it was and what it looked like. So now you know...and don't be hasslin me! *okie tries to give a mean serious look but cracks up laughin instead*. I bought this bottle a few years ago and a little goes a long long way. I think it was $4.99 when I got it.
Dang that was a lot of directions or something because this post seems awful long! *okie yawns and thinks she will go to bed and is thankful for post options of being able to schedule posts*
This is beautiful Okie. And, yes it does look like a lot of work went into it. Clever, clever girl!
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Great card Okie. I wish I had a "Tea"rific friend - we all drink coffee. ha. TFS
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What a great card!
ReplyDeleteHey I tried putting clear thread on my sewing machine last night and I just about went nuts. Is it easier with the Janome Mini than a more expensive sewing machine? I love the idea of not changing the bobbin. That was an idea I got from you, right?
Donna being from the south I am use to hearing "and what would you like to drink maam" and I respond "tea" and they say "sweet or unsweet". But up north I was asked "hot or cold".
ReplyDeleteI am not a hot tea drinker at all! But I thought the stamps were cute! LOL
Linda not sure if it is easier or not. I know once it gets down toward the end of the bobbin when I am using it I start having problems.
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful, Okie!! I have a coffee set that I may adapt to this design.
ReplyDeleteWonderful Card Okie! It certainly looks like a lot of work went into this card.... sometimes the simple cards take more time then even the fancier cards... Or at least I think so at times! :o)
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute stamp set and wonderful card. Thank you for this new technique of using embossed images. I can't wait to try it.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed week!
So glad that you also had a hard time with the layout of a card, it makes thes rest of us look more human when you have trouble LOL LOL
ReplyDeleteI love the card nd thanks for the tip on sanding the paper was still in the folder.
Nana Donna
That is a lot of work, but such a lovely card. Too funny -- I think your "genius status" is still intact!
ReplyDeleteLove it!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the walnut ink technique! Now I'm on the hunt to find it! I wanna play with this! It looks gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is just beautiful!!! Love those stamps! :)
ReplyDeleteBoy did you put some time in this card! I love, love, love it! The colors are so pretty.
ReplyDeleteOkie I love all the direction you give it is very helpful. You are wonderful and appreciated so much. I also love you humor.
ReplyDeleteThank you the card is so fun. I will give it a try.
Linda in Stanwood
This is beautiful! I love tea too!
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