Did you think I had run away never to return? Ahhhh, sweet, crazy, carefree, busy, spontaneous, lazy, on the fly, wonderful summer, huh? I actually have more projects than ever before to share with you as I have been busy with Papertrey Ink new release projects plus heaps and heaps of CHA projects. I'll spread them out with time, but for now I am here to introduce you to Papertrey Ink's The Sweet Life and Think Big Favorites #18 stamp sets. They are both such fun sets and will be available for purchase on July 15th, 10PM EST. Enough of my chit chat, let's get started.
The Sweet Life stamp set is truly too beautiful for words and one of those stamp sets that you just have to play with. The cabbage rose images transform before your eyes with each layer of stamping you add. It is a 3-step flower set with the leaves having 2-steps to bring them to life, but keep in mind that you can eliminate any of these layers to make the flowers your own. I played around with colors and layering for each of my projects before committing to my final project.
This first card uses the coordinating dies to bring in some dimension. The flowers are stamped with Sweet Blush as the bottom layer, Hibiscus Burst secondly, and topped with Autumn Rose to bring in the darker color which adds detail. I actually stamp the first layer (Sweet Blush) last because I love how it blends all of the colors and adds softness and finishing.
I used the "Stamping Off" technique lastly by using a sentiment from the stamp set and Classic Kraft ink. I wanted a very subtle script to role across my cabbage roses and love how they turned out. The leaves are stamped in Spring Moss and Simply Chartreuse.
The same layers of colors were used in the bottom corner to create a tiny accent and tie the card together. Classic Kraft ink provides a perfect color for the beautiful sentiment.
I dressed up an envelope to coordinate with the card, inspired by the fun sentiments in the new Think Big Favorites #18 set.
This card uses some fun and fresh colors, perfect for summertime. The new Winter Wisteria paper pack is beautiful and pairs so wonderfully well with Harvest Gold, Spring Moss, and Ripe Avocado.
This cabbage rose was stamped with Lavender Moon on the base, Winter Wisteria next, and followed by Plum Pudding. I used the coordinating die to die cut leaves from Simply Chartreuse felt.
One of my favorite cards from Dawn McVey inspired the use of the On the Farm set as the background for my rose.
The sentiment was stamped on a Fillable Frames #10 die and you can get another peek at a sentiment found in the Think Big Favorites #18 set.
One more dressed up envelope using the third Think Big Favorites #18 sentiment, sweet accent flowers that coordinate with the card, On the Farm, Postmarks sets, and delicious Washi Tape from Freckled Fawn.
My last project is a mini card set wrapped up in a Favor It Box 4 cut from Aqua Mist and Fine Linen cardstock. Both the favor box and the cards were embossed using the Simple Stripes Impression Plate.
Theses sweet little cabbage roses were stamped in Sweet Blush as the base color, Melon Berry next, and Berry Sorbet to bring in the details. The leaves were stamped with Hawaiian Shores and Aqua Mist.
This little accent flower was cut using Classic Kraft felt, trim, and the Movers & Shakers Poppers die.
I used the Tea for Two die for my sentiment and once again used the "Stamping Off" technique just to add a subtle border to frame in the sentiment. The border image is from the Trademarks stamp set and is stamped in Classic Kraft ink.
I know you'll love both of these sets and will especially love creating some amazing flowers using different color combinations and The Sweet Life.
Thanks for your visit. I'll be back very soon!
Melis
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Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
What Makes Life So Sweet card and envelope
Stamps:
The Sweet Life, Think Big Favorites #18, and Postmarks
Cardstock and Paper:
Sweet Blush, Vintage Cream, Sweet Symphony
Ink:
Sweet Blush, Hibiscus Burst, Autumn Rose, Spring Moss, Ripe Avocado, Classic Kraft
Accents:
Vintage Cream Grosgrain, Rustic Cream button twine
Tools:
The Sweet Life, Eyelet Lace
Life is Sweet card and envelope
Stamps:
The Sweet Life, Think Big Favorites #18, On the Farm, and Postmarks
Ink:
Lavendar Moon, Winter Wisteria, Plum Pudding, Harvest Gold, Spring Moss, Ripe Avocado
Cardstock and Paper:
Winter Wisteria Stripes, Gingham, and Leaves, Vintage Cream
Accents:
Harvest Gold Grosgrain, Lemon Tart buttons, Simply Chartreuse felt
Tools:
Super Stars Border, The Sweet Life, Fillable Frames #10, Perfect Patches
The Sweet Life card and Favor Box Set
Stamps:
The Sweet Life, Trademarks
Cardstock and Paper:
Melon Berry Gingham, Aqua Mist, Fine Linen, and Vintage Cream
Ink:
Sweet Blush, Melon Berry, Berry Sorbet, Classic Kraft, Aqua Mist, and Hawaiian Shores
Accents:
Vintage Cream Grosgrain, button twine, Aqua Mist, Melon Berry, and Classic Kraft felt, Vintage Cream buttons
Tools:
Favor It Box 4, Buttoned Up #2, Sending You, Movers & Shakers Poppers, and Tea for Two dies
P.S.!!! I can't forget to mention the winner of the Washi Tape Anonymous class from Freckled Fawn now can I? It's very important, life changing, and a much needed intervention in the life of .....SHERYL! You lucky lady and washi tape addict. I am so happy that help is coming your way.
Oh my goodness. Simply beautiful.
Posted by: AOK | July 12, 2012 at 04:10 AM
BEAUTIFUL! I love starting my day with such lovelies!
Posted by: Cammie | July 12, 2012 at 04:16 AM
Love the beautiful cards.
Posted by: Jeannie L | July 12, 2012 at 04:44 AM
Gorgeous cards today! I love your color combos and your creativity - thanks for sharing.
Posted by: CaraB | July 12, 2012 at 04:46 AM
Oh my, everything is coming up Roses! Ha, just had to say that...although I doubt I'm the first or the last:) Gorgeous, gorgeous cards and creations, Melis-you are amazing!
Posted by: Kathy H | July 12, 2012 at 05:00 AM
These are all so gorgeous, Melissa. I love how you layered the eyelet die across the bottom of the envelope flap. I also love the cute little "bag" using the Favor It Box with the cards in it. Do regular size cards fit inside this box? It looks like it might be a tad small but if it works, that is an adorable way to package them. Looking forward to seeing your creations for the rest of the release.
Posted by: Jennifer K | July 12, 2012 at 05:32 AM
absolutely gorgeous as always Melissa, Im loving those beautiful sentiments :) xxx
Posted by: Marlou McAlees | July 12, 2012 at 05:43 AM
BEAUTIFUL :)
Posted by: janet wilson | July 12, 2012 at 06:11 AM
Simply amazing!
Posted by: Jeni Jenne | July 12, 2012 at 06:16 AM
Wow, what gorgeous ideas you've come up with (as always!) xx
Posted by: sharon | July 12, 2012 at 07:03 AM
Beautiful post! :)
Posted by: Jill Norwood | July 12, 2012 at 07:17 AM
'Life is sweet' with you on the PTI design team Melis!!
Posted by: jan m | July 12, 2012 at 07:32 AM
Gorgeous creations...you always inspire me to get busy...love this new stamp set...I have to have it!!
Posted by: Diane Hover | July 12, 2012 at 07:38 AM
The Sweet Life looks to be a match made in heaven with your style, Melissa. Your projects today are breathtaking!
Posted by: CarrieP | July 12, 2012 at 07:38 AM
Such beautiful projects! Gorgeous creations!
Posted by: Rebecca Deeprose | July 12, 2012 at 07:48 AM
Oh, Melissa!!! This is fabulous--you're amazing!
Posted by: Debbie Olson | July 12, 2012 at 08:24 AM
Love, love, love the rose stamps. One set I'll have to have. Everything is so beautiful!!
Posted by: Melissa Weathers | July 12, 2012 at 08:49 AM
Your projects are stunners! Your color combos blow me away - you have truly inspired me!
Posted by: Stacy Simpson | July 12, 2012 at 09:13 AM
Your crose cards took my breath away but the mini cards in that adorable box is a piece of heaven. I don't know how you did it but you did it again; I am smitten!
Posted by: Stella | July 12, 2012 at 12:13 PM
Each one of your creations are so absolutely gorgeous! This set is one I am definitely going to have to have! Thank you for inspiring me today.
Posted by: Cresta Woodruff | July 12, 2012 at 12:21 PM
These are so sweet. Love how you used the aqua mist for leaves - I'm not too good at thinking outside of the box, but will definitely try it. So glad you are enjoying your summer. Thanks!
Posted by: Troy Louise | July 12, 2012 at 12:39 PM
Wow!!! Beautiful cards.
I just love roses!
Posted by: BarbaraB | July 12, 2012 at 02:58 PM
These cards sets are so pretty! Love those roses and that music paper.
Posted by: Patty O'Malley | July 12, 2012 at 03:15 PM
this is great! I just love that cabbage rose stamp set. so romantic
Posted by: Carolyn R. | July 12, 2012 at 07:47 PM
Your cards are always so beautiful...love them.
Thanks for your inspiration.
Posted by: Mary P | July 12, 2012 at 08:36 PM