Hello Stamping Friends! Today, I’m super-excited to share the December 2021 Stamping Sunday Blog Hop. This hop is hosted by Sara Levin and we share on the second Sunday of every month. Our theme for the month is “Get Sketchy” and Sara has an AWESOME sketch for us.
If you have visited me before you might know that sketch challenges are my most favorite! Our challenge for the blog hop this month was to create TWO cards using this sketch and I decided create with “something old and something new”. I guess the first card isn’t really old, but it is one of the last chances to get some of the supplies before they officially retire at the end of the year. My second card is a little preview of some new products that will be available starting January 4, 2022. I’m calling my card duo for the hop “Santa and a Ladybug”, which will make more sense in a minute. :)
All of the measurements for my project are listed below and there is a full supply list at the very end of this blog post.
My first card features one of my favorite stamp sets for the Christmas season: Be Jolly. I still have a few holiday cards to make and this set was perfect. I refer to this little guy as “Jazz Hands Santa” because I just love his enthusiasm. He pairs perfectly with the Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper which just recently sold out. (Boo, I know.) There are lots of papers that could be used in its place though. I also layered in a Whimsical Snowflake on one of the circles for an added layer. It’s a little tough to see in the photos, but I brushed on some Wink of Stella Glitter Brush on the trim of Santa’s hat and jacket for some added detail.
Card Measurements & Details:
- Real Red Card Base: 4-1/4” x 11”, scored at 5-1/2”
- Pear Pizzazz Cardstock: 4” x 5-1/4”
- Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper: 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”, emboss using Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder
- Basic White Cardstock: scrap to stamp Santa image in Momento ink, color with Stampin’ Blends and die cut using the 2-7/8” circle from the Layering Circles Dies
- Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper: Die cut a 2” circle from the Layering Circles Dies
- Whimsical Snowflakes: cut one snowflake in half and adhere to DSP circle
- Basic White Cardstock: 2-1/2” x 1-7/16”, stamp sentiment and banner punch left side with Tailored Tag Punch
- Black Shimmer Paper (now retired): 2-3/4” x 1-5/16”, banner punch left side with Tailored Tag Punch
- Real Red Sheer Ribbon and Silver Epoxy Essentials
- Basic White Cardstock (inside card): 4” x 5-1/4”, stamp sentiment and star in Momento ink and color star with Stampin’ Blends
- Heartwarming Hugs Designer Series Paper (inside card): 3/4” x 5-1/4”
Here is a peek inside the card. I added a coordinating sentiment and strip of DSP along with a little stamped star. Easy, peasy and keeps the “party going” from the front of the card.
My second card with this sketch features a little sneak peek of some new products that will be available starting January 4, 2022 in the Stampin’ Up!® January - June Mini Catalog, the Hello Ladybug stamp set, the Ladybug Builder Punch and the Iridescent Rhinestones Basic Jewels. I also used the new Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper on this card. This bright and cheery DSP can be earned for FREE with a qualifying order starting January 4, 2022 during Sale-A-Bration. This paper is SO much fun! You will be seeing it a lot here in the coming months, that’s for sure.
I added another subtle “layer” to the background using the Stitched with Whimsy Dies on the DSP. I wanted it to almost look like the little ladybug’s flight pattern and I also layered scalloped circle behind the DSP to resemble a flower. That’s what I was going for, I hope it makes a little sense anyway. Of course, I also added some Wink of Stella to the ladybug body and the spots on her wings. You can never have too much sparkle, right?
Card Measurements & Details:
- Flirty Flamingo Card Base: 4-1/4” x 11”, scored at 5-1/2”
- Basic Black Cardstock: 4” x 5-1/4”
- Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper (Sale-A-Bration, coming 1/4/22): 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”, die cut the stitched detail with the Stitched With Whimsy Dies
- Basic White Cardstock: scrap to die cut a 2-1/8” circle from the Layering Circles Dies, emboss polka dots using the Checks & Dots Embossing Folder
- Basic White Cardstock: scrap die cut a 2-1/4” scalloped circle from the Layering Circles Dies
- Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper: Die cut a 2-1/8” circle from the Layering Circles Dies
- Basic White Cardstock: scrap to stamp ladybug and wings, punch-out using Ladybug Builder Punch (Available 1/4/22)
- Flirty Flamingo Cardstock: scrap to die cut “Hello” from Playful Alphabet Dies
- White Glitter Organdy Ribbon and Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels (Available 1/4/22)
- Basic White Cardstock (inside card): 4” x 5-1/4”, stamp sentiment and ladybug in Momento ink and then stamp the ladybug back in Flirty Flamingo ink
- Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper (inside card): 3/4” x 5-1/4”
Finally, a peek inside the card. I added another adorable ladybug image walking along a piece of the DSP along with a little stamped sentiment in the top right corner. I left some space for a handwritten note. I just think this is a fun and happy card and I hope you do as well. :)
I hope you enjoyed these projects today! Please continue along on the Stamping Sunday Blog Hop to check out more awesome creative inspiration.
Stamping Sunday - December 2021 Blog Hop:
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Thanks so much for stopping by.
Have a HAPPY day today!
-Anne Marie
Have a HAPPY day today!
-Anne Marie
***Please note***
The following items will be available to order on 1/4/22:
- Hello Ladybug Stamp Set
- Ladybug Builder Punch
- Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels
The following Items can be earned during Sale-A-Bration with a $50 minimum order starting 1/4/22:
- Sunshine & Rainbows 6” x 6” Designer Series Paper
The following items are sold out / not available:
- Black Glitter Paper
- Heartwarming Hugs DSP
