Bold Butterfly

Welcome to another Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Blog Hop!  This week we our theme is FLY AWAY, so we are featuring cards with birds and butterflies.

I incorporated new and old in my card that features a beautiful BUTTERFLY.

I found a fun new color combination using the new In Color DAPPER DENIM with WATERMELON WONDER.  As you can see I also added in a bit of bling by using Silver Glimmer paper for the swirls.  I can tell you right now that the new SWIRLY BIRD BUNDLE is a MUST HAVE!!! This swirly die cut is TOO.MUCH.FUN.

The Dapper Denim background is sponged on with areas darker and lighter for a unique look.  The silver swirl and sequins are gorgeous with these bold colors.

The sentiment in black and white pops against all the colors and gives a bold look.  I used words from the May My Paper Pumpkin kit.  This one had lots of useful sentiments that are perfect for cutting out like this.

I also embellished the inside of the card.  I used a piece of the polka dot background along the bottom.  It was an extra scrap that was put to good use!  The butterflies are stamped off to be lighter so the sentiment in Dapper Denim really stands out.

Now, let’s get to the good stuff, the supply list!

SUPPLIES:

STAMPS:   Watercolor Wings, May My Paper Pumpkin stamps

INKS: Versa Mark, Dapper Denim, Watermelon Wonder

PAPER: Whisper White, Dapper Denim, Watermelon Wonder, Basic Black, Silver Glimmer


ACCESSORIES:  Swirly Scribbles Thinlits, Polka Dot Decorative Mask, Silver Sequins,White embossing powder, heat tool, embossing buddy, Paper Snips, Stampin’ Trimmer, bone folder, dimensionals, Fine Tip Glue Pen

Next, let’s check out what the rest of the Design Team has for us today. Click Previous to visit the very talented Mary Brown and Next to see the very talented Debbie Henderson.



Thanks for hopping with us, we love inspiring you!  Happy Stamping!

More Watercolor Wings!

Guess what??  I have yet another WATERCOLOR WINGS card for you today....I told you it's my favorite set right now!  It just so happened that a butterfly was perfect for the sketch I was working with for today.  See what you think.....



Now, take a look at the sketch I used and you'll see why this was so perfect for it!



When I first looked at this week's sketch from Try Stampin' -or not- on Tuesday, I saw leaves for the stripes.  And instead of adding a flower, I added a BUTTERFLY!



I went simple doing just one layer and used one of the more unusual color choices that I came up with and shared a couple of weeks ago.  The first layer of color is Mint Macaron stamped off once, second layer of Tip Top Taupe and finally a third layer of Cucumber Crush.



After the butterfly was in place, the card still needed a couple of things.  For a sentiment, I went with an Early Espresso "thanks" from the Greetings Thinlets.  I also wanted a little pop of color, so a couple of tiny flowers in Watermelon Wonder were the perfect final touch.  And of course I had to stamp the envelope, I used my homemade butterfly stamp in Mint Macaron which coordinated nicely.

I hope you'll join me in this week's challenge and create your own card!  Just go to Try Stampin' -or not- on Tuesday for all the details plus more great samples from the Design Team.

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Watercolor Wings for CCMC364

Today I'm going CLEAN AND SIMPLE with my favorite set WATERCOLOR WINGS.



Isn't it cool how much this looks like a monarch!  But you'll never guess what colors I used, it's not what you think!  The stamped portion of the butterfly is built from just two colors, Crushed Curry and Watermelon Wonder!!  Isn't it crazy how those two colors produced this look!  But how in the world did those colors come to mind??  Well, look no further than this week's color challenge from Create with Connie and Mary!



As I looked at this color combo, I wasn't sure where to start.  Then I saw Watercolor Wings (it's always sitting on my desk!) and thought a butterfly might be the way to go.



Here's how the layering process went: first layer Crushed Curry stamped off once, second layer Crushed Curry full ink, then lastly Watermelon Wonder!  But the real magic happened when I added the die cut layer of Basic Black....I couldn't believe how it transformed!



With such a gorgeous butterfly, all I needed was a simple background to let it shine.  A few polka dots, gold sequins and a simple sentiment made this the perfect CAS card!

OK, that's it for me today!  I am working on a new video for you, I think you'll love this fun technique I'm showing with Over the Rainbow.....so stay tuned!





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Watercolor Wings PLUS News!

Boy do I have LOTS to tell you today!  Not only that, but I have a really cool Watercolor Wings card to share, so let's get started!  First off, I am SUPER EXCITED to announce a new MINI session from Create with Connie and Mary!!  You are going to LOVE this new format!

A mini session includes the tutorials for FIVE projects with full step-by-step tutorials:

• Includes THREE card sets, each with 4 cards and


• Includes TWO 3D items perfect for your club or stamp camp


• All FIVE projects are available once the mini collection opens so you immediately have all projects (and tutorials) right there at your fingertips


• AND we are showing 'snippets' of the projects and letting you know what sets we used!

Mini session goes live on July 26th

• Cost is $8.95


• Sets used for this collection
  
  
  
  • Made with Love
  
  
  • Cottage Greetings
  
  
  • Over the Rainbow
  
  
  • Awesomely Artistic
  
  
  • Garden in Bloom
  
  
  
  

Visit Create with Connie and Mary to sign up, I can't wait for you to see the card set I have for you in this session!!

Now, let's get to the AWESOME card I have for you.  As you already know, WATERCOLOR WINGS is my latest OBSESSION, so here's another beauty for you.



 

Isn't this just GORGEOUS!!  I love how the butterfly looks so bold against the light background....just stunning!



 

The coolest part of this butterfly is the colors....they are all ones I don't tend to use a lot but they are AMAZING together!  Hello Honey was the bottom layer, stamped off once.  Then added Delightful Dijon and Cajun Craze.  I made two of the same design then die cut the top later with the detailed thinlet and adhered it in the middle to allow the wings to pop up.



Of course there is a matching envelope.  Butterfly Basics provides the companion stamps for it and the card.  It's wonderful having sets that coordinate so beautifully!

One last bit of business before we come to an end, the WEEKLY DEALS!  There are some great ones, so take advantage while you can!



Thanks so much for handing out here with me!  Check back, I have some really fun cards coming up for you!!

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Watercolor Wings Tunnel Card

Welcome to another Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Bog Hop!!  All during June we featured different FUN FOLD CARDS.  This first week of July we have one more to share, the TUNNEL CARD!



You should be arriving from Mary Brown’s amazing blog Stamper Camper’s Corner, wasn’t her card fabulous!!  If you are just starting out here, welcome and enjoy the ride!  Be sure to stop at each blog to check out all of the cool cards we have for you today.

Since I have been very obsessed with butterflies lately, I used Watercolor Wings yet again for my card today.



Seeing these GORGEOUS butterflies never gets old!!  I went a different route though and did a neutral color palette.  With the pop of gold, this is a winner!



And how about the inside WOW factor!  This cool 3D effect that you get with the top layer of cardstock is really stunning!  Let's look at it from a different angel so you can really see what's going on here.



Amazing!  And of course with it folding flat you can ship this beauty in a standard envelope!



Let's talk about the inside real quick.  I did my tunnel a little bit different than I have in the past.  Normally I would keep the cutout in the center panel that pops out.  This time I used the new Lots of Labels framelits and they were wider than that panel.  the score lines overlapped onto the frame a bit but it certainly didn't take away from the effect!

And how about the sweet butterflies inside the card!  They have a coordinating color layout with the large butterfly on the front that I will show you next.



I am loving this golden butterfly!  The bottom layer is Sahara sand stamped off once, Soft Suede along the edges, and Early Espresso markings over top.....so GORGEOUS!

I so LOVE this card, I hope you enjoyed it too!  Now it’s time for the next stop, Debbie Henderson’s gorgeous blog Debbie’s Design’s to see her amazing card for today.  Don’t forget to continue through all of the blogs, you won’t want to miss a thing!

Thanks for hanging out with us again!  See you next time!

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Watercolor Wings

I have a confession to make......I am SERIOUSLY OBSESSED with WATERCOLOR WINGS!!  Any of you that have this stamp set know exactly what I'm talking about!  There are so many ways to make these gorgeous butterflies, I could sit at my desk and stamp all day!



I used the small butterfly for the first time on my card for the Monday Lunchtime Sketch Challenge.  Before I get to all the details, let's look at the sketch.



I have to admit, this sketch was definitely a challenge for me.....I had to sit and think awhile!  Once I pulled out Watercolor Wings, things got rolling.



I went with my two new favorite In Colors, Watermelon Wonder and Tip Top Taupe for my main colors.



I made the butterfly similar to the one I shared for the Single Stair Step Card Tutorial.  I started with a stamped off Sahara Sand base, added Blushing Bride then Watermelon Wonder.  The sentiment comes from a different set, Endless Thanks.  I liked the banner, it pairs nicely with the butterfly.



Did you notice the bit of Watermelon Wonder Dotted Lace Trim??  I used it in place of scallops in the sketch.  There's something else worth noting....the polka dot paper.  I pulled it from the June My Paper Pumpkin kit!  I will show you more about how I used my kit later in the week, including how to use this great paper wisely!



Lastly, let's take a peek inside the card.  I used the banner again to complete my sentiment.

Now it’s up to you!  How about joining the challenge with me??  Just go to Techno Stamper for all the details plus more great samples from the Design Team.

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Single Stair Step Card Tutorial

I have lots to share today, so let's get right to it!!  I had so much fun making the Single Stair Step card for the Create with Connie and Mary Saturday Blog Hop that I decided to make another and show you how I did it!



BUT WAIT...there's MORE!  I also love the new set WATERCOLOR WINGS so much that I made up 10 (yes 10!) color combinations to share with you.  So sit back and enjoy the show!  Be sure to PIN the butterfly pictures below so you have these great color combinations for inspiration!

 

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Single Stair Step Card Measurements

5 1/2" x 11" piece of cardstock

On the long sides, measure over 1" and cut from 1" to 6 1/2", do for both sides.

Score along long side at 1", 2" and 6 1/2" -- Only score to the cut line, do for both sides.

Score along long side at 5 1/2" IN BETWEEN the two cut marks to form the top of the stair. step.

Side panels added are 1" x 4 7/16"

Ok, time for lots of BUTTERFLIES!!

I hope you've enjoyed all the color combinations,  Watercolor Wings is such a must have set!  And the best part, you can get the bundle with the stamps and coordinating thinlets for a 15% savings!  So what are you waiting for.....get stamping!

Nicole

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