introducing doodlie-do...

Hello there.  Hope you're having a great week so far.  Today the Papertrey Ink design team members are showing off the new Doodlie-Do stamp set and have been asked to create two cards using different techniques.  For my first card, I couldn't wait to try the Doodlie-Do set with the paper-piecing technique...my most favorite stamping technique.

I love the results and had so much fun combining paper in a variety of colors and patterns.  I used the Tag Sale #9 die as my base and after stamping the sentiment in Dark Chocolate, started building my flower from there.  

After my blooms were assembled, I added a bit of shimmer with some Diamond Stickles to the center of both flowers.  The sentiments in this set are so cute and unique...really a sweet and playful set.  

For my next card, I pulled out my watercolor cardstock, my water brush, and ink in the following colors:  Simply Chartreuse, Autumn Rose, Melon Berry, Berry Sorbet, Orange Zest, and Summer Sunrise.    I used the Doodlie-Do stamp set to form a background, and then added my sentiment and a few embellishments just above.

My sentiment was stamped onto a die cut Journal Tab using Classic Kraft and Berry Sorbet ink.  My layered flowers was created using patterned paper, Vintage Cream, Melon Berry, and Autumn Rose felt, and vintage trim, using the Beautiful Blooms II #1, Beautiful Blooms II #2, and Beautiful Blooms II #3 dies, with Ruby Rose dies and Limeade Ice felt used for the leaves.  

I added a few sequins to the centers of each flower to add a soft finishing touch.  I loved playing around with this stamp set and trying out new techniques.  You'll love it too.

The other designers have projects to share with you today as well

• Cristina Kowalozyk
• Ashley Cannon Newell
• Erin Lincoln
• Nichole Heady
• Dawn McVey
• Heather Nichols
• Betsy Veldman
• Laura Bassen
• Danielle Flanders
• Nichole Heady

Thanks for stopping by!

Melis

 

Sending Sunshine...Card

Papertrey Ink Supplies Used:
Stamps:

Doodlie Do

Ink:
Dark Chocolate

Cardstock:

Rustic Cream

Tools:

Tag Sale #9

Other Supplies Used:
Webster's Pages trim

Studio Calico and Basic Grey paper

Maya Road trinket pin

I Believe in You Card

Papertery Ink Supplies Used:

Stamps:
Doodlie Do

Ink:
Autumn Rose, Orange Zest, Simply Chartreuse, Summer Sunrise, Classic Kraft, Melon Berry, Berry Sorbet

Cardstock:

Rustic Cream

Tools:
Beautiful Blooms II, #1, #2, #3, Ruby Rose, and Journal Tab

Other Supplies used:
Studio Calico paper

Maya Road trinket pin

vintage trim

tea-stained twill

sequins

Comments

[Kelly Schirmer]

Ack that first card is amazing! So glad you told us it was paper piecing, because I was wondering how you colored it so perfectly like that! Your watercoloring is stunning, TOO! Adorable cards, Melissa!

[Barbie]

I must say that you did an amazing job with that stamp set! Truly unique!

[Jeni Jenne]

When I grow up, I hope to be able to design like you!

[Victoria H.]

So pretty...what lovely paper piecing!

[Barb Kirkwood]

What a fabulous job you do with that paper piecing - you have a great eye for it.

[nkmac]

Gorgeous...when I first saw the set I though... oh another again... YOU sold it!
Absolutely beautiful Melissa!!!!!

[Marybeth]

I love paper piecing too and love the card you made ! As always beautiful work Melissa!

[annheidel]

I dearly love your cards! The patterns/colors you used for paper-piecing the flowers are just perfect.

[Deb H]

Very beautiful cards --I love the colors and the layering.

[Dana Kirby]

Beautiful cards! I love your paper piecing, just perfect. Would you ever consider doing a MIM video using this technique? As always, thank you for all of your inspiration.

[Kris]

Your Tag Sale #9 creation is beautiful...brought a big smile to my face this morning!

[Connie MacFarlane]

Beautiful Melissa! This set is stunning bold and bright or soft and dreamy the way you have presented it. Thanks for the inspiration.

[Sharon]

Beautiful cards!

[Dee Rose]

Goodness, your cards are stunning works of art. I love your take on this set. Beautiful!

[Christine Nixon]

I'll add my vote to the mix - your paper pieced card is to die for - the colors are just perfect! As always, your projects just blow me away. Thank you.

[Larissa Heskett. ;)]

Omg omg omg!! AMAZING Creations shared today!! Such awesome paper peiecing and layers like usual!! Thanks so much for sharing and have a Fabulous Week!! ;)

[Becky Green]

OH MELISSA!!!!!!! WHY do I NEVER guess that you're doing Paper piecing??? LOL It LOOKS LIKE you've used Distress Markers & water coloring!!! WHAT A GORGEOUS JOB on BOTH of your cards!!!!!!!!!!! I LOOOOOOOOOOOVE WATERCOLORING!!!!!!!!:)

[Michelle]

Really lovely cards!

[Mary Lou Kemp]

I always leave your card samples till last Melissa because you know the saying "leave the best for last". I really love the antique look the paper piecing had on your card and the colors you used. Thanks for sharing your talents!!

[Donna K]

your soft subtle colors are so perfect in contrast to the vibrant colors many of the other designers used - and I love everyone's approach equally. you may just be tempting me to try the paper piecing technique as well. thanks for the great projects.

[Grace]

The cards are beautiful. When I first looked at the stamps set I was wondering what I would do with this set. Well you showed me how to use the stamp set. Your cards are amazing.

[Jill Norwood]

Melissa what beautiful cards! I love the paper piecing and the water coloring so much! So very beautiful!

[Bev]

I just have to comment on your beautiful paper piecing. That card is gorgeous. After watching your video on paper piecing, I can imagine the time spent creating the blooms. I love the softness of the colors. Lovely.

[Diana K]

Only you could have made that stunning paper-pieced card! Gorgeous.

[Tere]

The beauty of Doodlie Do combined with your style... pure heaven!