pedal pusher...

Hello all!  Can you believe another month has gone by?  Here we are with another Papertrey Ink release and today's group post is so much fun!  We are introducing the new Pedal Pusher stamp set and coordinating dies.  It is my day to highlight this new set, so I have plenty to share.  Settle in and enjoy the ride.

I'm a sucker for apples and apples nestled in a bicycle basket, well, I just had to use this image.  With the end of the school year just days away, I decided to create a Thank You Teacher card.  This card is as simple as they come with the images stamped directly onto the Rustic Cream cardstock base using Aqua Mist, Classic Kraft, Pure Poppy, and Spring Moss.  I added in the second part of the sentiment by using my Double Ended Banner die and attached it with a staple.  A couple of Pure Poppy buttons in the center of each tire, just adds a bit more personality.  The fabric strip across the top is from the Bonnie and Camille Vintage Modern collection...sweetness.

You'll find that just about any occasion is covered in this stamp set and I adore the fonts used.  I love encouragement cards, and so for this card I focused on that theme using the dies to create more dimension.  The bicycle and tires were both cut from Rustic Cream cardstock with the bicycle embossed using Zing Blush embossing powder and the tires stamped using Smokey Shadow and attached to the bicycle frame  using brads.

I love the flowers hanging over the edge of the basket.  After I stamped them in Melon Berry, Hibiscus Burst and Spring Moss, I coated them with white glitter.  The flowers stamped across the bottom are from the Mini Blooms and Daydreamer stamp sets.  The Vintage Cream felt heart added to the basket was cut using the Flipping Out die.

I couldn't wait to try a holiday card using the darling, draping holly berry and a vintage-y red bicycle.  I using Classic Kraft cardstock for the bicycle and then stamped the image in Pure Poppy.  The tires were cut from Rustic Cream cardstock again and embellished with Prima Tiny junkyard Findings....holy smokes, love these.  

The holly berry and basket were stamped in Ripe Avocado, Scarlet Jewel, and Dark Chocolate with the sentiment stamped on a die cut using the Desktop File Center die.  

Layered behind my Desktop File Center die is a striped tag cut using the Tag Sale #1 die which was tied with a strip of Fine Linen Grosgrain.  At the top of the card you may notice a darling new alphabet set...more to come on this soon, but it's sweet!  I used a bit of Simply Chartreuse felt, the Holly Jolly die and a Pure Poppy button to add a little embellishing and to finish off this card.

You may be able to guess who this next gift set was created for.  My little girl has the biggest heart when it comes to animals, puppies and kittens especially, so I had to use this image.  

The images were stamped directly onto the paper using Melon Berry and Dark Chocolate ink.  The tires were embellished using Ocean Tides felt cut using the Buttoned Up #2 die and Classic Kraft buttons.

The puppy was die cut from Rustic Cream cardstock and stamped in Dark Chocolate with a Rustic Cream button twine bow added.  The sentiment was added across the top in Ocean Tides ink using the Sketched Shapes die.  

I used the Essential Pillow Box die to create a matching favor and the same elements, but used the Pedal Pusher coordinating die.  Classic Kraft grosgrain was used on both to carry the elements throughout.

Lastly, we were asked to create one card using the Pedal Pusher stamp set along with another set to show how this set can cross over into many others.  I wanted to use the On the Farm stamp set and dies to create a quirky, cozy little card that kind of represents what I love.

I used Background Basics:  Text Style across the top of the card and on the duck.  My bicycle was stamped in Autumn Rose with the basket in Simply Chartreuse.

Thank you so much for visiting.  I'll see you soon with more, but until then, the other Papertrey Ink designers have projects to share with you.

Melis

• Dawn McVey
• Betsy Veldman
• Maile Belles
• Jessica Witty
• Cristina Kowalczyk
• Erin Lincoln
• Ashley Cannon Newell
• Heather Nichols
• Nichole Heady

 Thank You Teacher Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:

Stamps:

Pedal Pusher

Ink:

Pure Poppy, Aqua Mist, Classic Kraft, Smokey Shadow

Cardstock and Paper:
Rustic Cream and Aqua Mist Bitty Dot

Tools:
Double Ended Banner Die

Accents:
Pure Poppy buttons

Other Supplies Used:

Bonnie and Camille Vintage Modern fabric

May Arts trim

 

You Can Do It! Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:

Stamps:

Pedal Pusher, Mini Blooms, and Daydream 

Ink:
Smokey Shadow, Melon Berry, Hibiscus Burst, Spring Moss

Cardstock:

Sweet Blush an Rustic Cream

Tools:

Pedal Pusher, Double Ended Banner Die, and Flipping Out dies

Accents:
Vintage Cream felt 

Other Supplies Used:
Carta Bella paper

 

Happy Holidays Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Stamps:
Pedal Pusher

Ink:

Classic Kraft, Pure Poppy, Dark Chocolate, Ripe Avocado, Scarlet Jewel

Cardstock:
Classic Kraft, Rustic Cream

Tools:
Desktop File Center, Holly Jolly, Pedal Pusher, Tag Sale #!

Accents:
Simply Chartreuse felt, Pure Poppy button, Fine Linen Grosgrain

Other Supplies Used:
LilyBee and Basic Grey paper

Prima Junkyard Findings

Tim Holtz metal clip

Life is a Beautiful Ride Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:

Stamps:
Pedal Pusher

Ink:

Melon Berry, Ocean Tides, and Dark Chocolate

Cardstock and Paper:
Classic Kraft, Damask Designs, and White

Tools:
Pedal Pusher, Buttoned Up #2, Sketched Shapes, and Essential Pillow Box dies

Accents:

Classic Kraft Grosgrain and buttons, Ocean Tides felt

Other Supplies Used:
October Afternoon and Simple Stories paper

Tim Holtz metal clip

The Best Routes...Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Stamps:
Pedal Pusher, On the Farm, Background Basics:  Text Style

Ink:
Classic Kraft, Smokey Shadow, Autumn Rose, Simply Chartreuse

Cardstock:

Classic Kraft and Rustic Cream

Tools:
Pedal Pusher and On the Farm

Other Supplies Used:
Simple Stories paper 

 

 

 

Comments

[Marcia Hill]

Everyone of these cards is a gem...LOVE them! Thanks so much for sharing your talents...I just love your blog as it always makes me smile! :0)

[Kathy H]

Seriously, I was all set to choose to like just one card...fail! I love all of your cards, Melis. You are an amazing card designer:)

[Kelly Schirmer]

Oh MY, you have outdone yourself, Melissa! I really love every single one but...I adore that little card with the duck and basket of eggs. So creative and charming! Reminds me of a favorite book I used to read the girls called "Duck on a Bike" (what else? :) Oh and that Christmas card...a sweet vintage dream. Makes me think of when Ralphie runs down the stairs in A Christmas Story!!

[Marcie Rhys]

ALL of these cards are fantastic! They are all chic in a way, but perfectly homey too. I love that you pared down the embellishments a bit to help the bike image shine. Yours are the samples that say, "You must own this set!".

[Leigh Penner]

Oh, wow, these are all so fabulous, Melis! I'm getting this set for sure! My daughter is very excited about the puppy that's included in this set!

[Karen Ramsey]

I was still on the fence about whether or not I needed this set, UNTIL I saw your wonderful cards! Each and every one is a true work of art and could even go into a frame. I especially love the one for your daughter, she will love it!! Beautiful job!

[Rhonda H]

What gorgeous cards Mels! So many wonderful possibilities that you make look so easy. True art!

[Kristii]

I totally love all of your projects! You are amazing Melissa!!

[Carrie :)]

Ah, Melissa, you are so talented. I love your combination of new with old, and your ability to combine papers and fabric, trims, and all other things pretty! Thanks for sharing. :)

[Nancy Penir]

Melissa, you showcase a stamp's versatility to the max. In love with each precious detail on each card. Well done, lady!

[Cindy Otto]

Melissa, your card samples just sell PTI products! I love, love, love your work. Now, I'm going to have to buy the bicycle set!

[teresa]

What beautiful projects!!! You totally convinced me on this stamp set and die. It's a must have. Love the Christmas one. Thanks so much for the inspiration.

[Bev]

Wow! Your artistic gift really shines in these beauties, as does your tender heart. PTI is so very lucky to have you on their team. A stamp set is very little until it is revealed through the eyes and hands of someone like you. I totally love what you share with us. Thank you.

[Tara Chaussee]

Gorgeous cards! Especially live the farm bicycle! The eggs and duck are so sweet.

[Sharon]

Such great cards! The colors and papers used all go together so well. And the buttons on some of wheels - too cute!

[Diana K]

Oh Melissa! And that's all that I have to say!

[Ruza]

WOW! Such an amazing collection of cards featuring that awesome bicycle! Gorgeous cards!

[Cristina]

A.ma.zing. Card after card. You rocked this set, Melis.

[Susan Gosman]

Woooooo Hoooooo! What lovely cards. Your attention to detail always floors me.

[Mendi Yoshikawa]

Wow! You single handedly sold me on this set. All your cards are so creative and simply amazing. I think I pinned them all. ;)

[Luanne Ford]

Oh my these are fabulous! I love all these wonderful cards!

[Marci]

This entire post is amazing!!Every card is more fantastic than the last!! The time and effort you put into these cards and post is so much appreciated! Your attention to the little details is what sets your cards apart from everyone else's out there. You are AMAZINGLY talented and thanks so much for sharing it with us!!

[BeverlyBL]

Love all of your cards but especially the Christmas one. I like how you popped the tab on the tag up over the top and I like that file tab on the side. I agree, you need a puppy in the basket. Especially a cute puppy. Thanks so much.

[Nancy]

Until I came to your post, I thought that Pedal Pusher is a charming set but one that I would not use enough to buy. After looking at your cards and immediately thinking of a recipient for each one, I've changed my mind about how often I would use the set. I'm not sure if I should thank you or curse you. (Truly, just kidding!) And I agree with Kelly, you've outdone even yourself, Melis.

[Barbara S]

These are fabulous cards, and you did such a great job showing the versatility of this set! Love the buttons and embellishments on each card!