Pretty Kitty Card 3

Pretty Kitty Card 3

Dimensions: 

Calypso Coral CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (card base), 3 x 3, 1 x 5

Whisper White CS - 3 3/4 x 5, 5/8 x 5

Shimmery White CS - 2 3/4 x 2 3/4

Hey Guys!!  Today's card is the last of three cards that I created using the Pretty Kitty stamp set.  If you have not seen the first two, you can find them HERE and HERE.  I just LOVE the simplicity of these cards.  Using Calypso Coral CS and the Calypso Coral Ribbon from the Cupcakes & Carousels Embellishment Kit, with just the Whisper White CS, allows for the focus to be on that sweet kitty peeking out from the flower pot.  

I used the Softly Falling embossing folder to give just a bit of dimension to the Whisper White CS, without pulling the focus away from the image.  To color in the flowers, I used the small Aqua Painter along with Calypso Coral, Sweet Sugarplum, Blushing Bride, Mint Macaron, and Pear Pizzazz stamp pads.  Because I do not have a gray stamp pad, other than the Archival Gray stamp pad, I used the Basic Gray Watercolor Pencil to color in the flower pot.  

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used:

Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge - Succulent Garden

Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge

 Succulent Garden

Dimensions: 

Tip Top Taupe CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (card base), 1 1/2 x 5 1/4, 2 x 3 1/4, 2 x 2

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 1 1/4 x 5 1/4, 2 1/4 x 2 1/4

Sweet Sugarplum CS - 2 1/2 x 2 /2 (large flower)

Sweet Sugarplum Glimmer Paper - 2 1/4 x 2 1/4

Succulent Garden DSP - 3 x 4 1/2, 1 7/8 x 3 1/8, 1 7/8 x 1 7/8

Hey Guys!!  I created today's card to go along with the Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge and boy was it a challenge!!  It's been a while since I have created a card with THIS many layers, so I kind of struggled a bit with which papers I wanted to use and how I wanted to use them on this card.  SO while I am not in LOVE with it, I still think it turned out decent enough to share!  LOL

I used the Succulent Framelits Dies, Succulent Garden DSP, and the Thankful Thoughts stamp set.  Did you see I even snuck in some of the Sweet Sugarplum Glimmer paper that is a new edition to the Sale-A-Bration items that you can earn for FREE when you spend $50 now through March 31st.

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Sale-A-Bration

Sale-A-Bration 2017!!

Hey Everyone!!  I don't have a project to share today, BUT with Sale-A-Bration going in FULL swing right now, I thought I go over all the AWESOME ways you can earn FREE stuff during the special.  

FIRST...I wanted to share my "special delivery" that is going out this week!!  I have packaged up all three of the AWESOME catalogs PLUS a handmade card and am sending them out to those who have requested them.  If you would like to be included in my "special delivery", fill out the contact form at the top of my blog and you too will receive a "special delivery"!!  

Have you had a chance to look through these goodie filled catalogs?  If not, you can also view them online!!

  

For the Annual 2016-2017 Catalog click HERE .  

For the Occasions 2017 Catalog click HERE .  

For the Sale-A-Bration 2017 catalog click HERE. 

 For the newly released Sale-A-Bration items click HERE!  

SO much clicking!  lol

Did you know that during Sale-A-Bration you can earn even MORE FREE stuff??  When you host a party, you can earn $25 MORE in Stampin' Rewards when your party reaches $250!!  SO instead of earning $25 when you reach $250, you will now earn $50!!  SAY WHAT??!!  YUP!!  Double the rewards at $250 in orders.  What are you waiting for?  Stampin' Up! is practically away the store during Sale-A-Bration!

Contact me today to schedule either a party at your home OR mine, if you live in the Omaha, NE area.  OR we can hold a FUN FB party for you and your friends to attend.  I will have a cute Create-N-Take that you and your friends will be able to make, even if you hold a party online!  What are you waiting for??  Contact me TODAY!!  

The FREE stuff doesn't end with Sale-A-Bration!!  When you join Stampin' Up! now through March 31st, you can choose TWO FREE STAMP SETS to add to your Demonstrator kit!!  SO for just $99 you can choose $125 in products AND get two free stamp sets of your choice!!  

PLUS when you host a party during Sale-A-Bration, your Stampin' Rewards can be put towards the purchase of your Demonstrator kit!!  SO if you were to have say, $250 in sales for your party, you could earn $50 towards your kit!!  THAT is an AWESOME deal!!  

To find out MORE about joining my team, click HERE, OR click Join my Team at the top of my page.  I would LOVE to have you join me on this AMAZING journey with Stampin' Up!  Whether you want to join as a hobbyist, or a business builder, I welcome you with open arms to my team! 

WHEW!!  I THINK that is all the announcements I have!!   NOW back to your regularly scheduled program....

Thanks SO much for stopping by today!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Detailed Dragonfly Card

Detailed Dragonfly Card

Dimensions: 

Whisper White CS - 4 1/4 x 11 (score at 5 1/2), 3 3/8 x 3 7/8

Bermuda Bay Glimmer Paper - 3 1/2 x 4, 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 (dragonfly)

Basic Black CS - 2 1/2 x 3 1/2 (dragonfly)

Sweet Sugarplum Glimmer Paper

Mint Macaron Glimmer Paper

OH MY GOODNESS!!!  I am a absolutely LOVING this new Glimmer Paper Assortment Pack in the Sale-A-Bration special!!!  The Bermuda Bay, Mint Macaron, and Sweet Sugarplum colors are SO yummy in the Glimmer paper!!  I KNOW I will be needing another pack of this VERY soon!  lol

This card took NO time at all to put together.  I love the simplicity of it, yet it is just gorgeous.  I used the Detailed Dragonfly Thinlits and Dragonfly Dreams stamp set along with coordinating ribbons and inks.  For the top card, because I don't have any Bermuda Bay ink YET, I used Basic Black CS to back the wings and Basic Black ink for the sentiment.  Not quite sure which card I love the most!!

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Mojo Monday Sketch - Lift Me Up!

Mojo Monday Sketch - Lift Me Up!

Dimensions: 
Night of Navy CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/2)
Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, Scrap for balloons and clouds
Watermelon Wonder - 1/2 x 4 1/2
Peekaboo Peach CS - 2 1/2 x 3 1/4
Carried Away DSP - 2 1/2 x 4 1/2

Hey Everyone!!  Today's project uses the Lift Me Up stamp set and Up & Away Thinlits Dies along with the Carried Away DSP.  I am falling in love with this set!!  The Carried Away DSP is FREE with a $50 purchase in the Sale-A-Bration catalog!!  LOVE me some FREE stuff!!  

I followed this week's Mojo Monday Sketch challenge to create the LO.  It was a super fun sketch to play with!  If you haven't checked out the Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge Blog, you really should!!  Each week they have a new sketch to try.  Every Monday, in fact!  lol

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Paper & Ink Sketch - Toadally Awesome

Paper & Ink Sketch - Toadally Awesome

Dimensions: 

Mint Macaron CS - 4 1/4 x 11 (score at 5 1/2)

Whisper White CS - 3 1/2 x 5 1/2 (banner)

Mint Macaron Glimmer Paper - 3 x 3 (scalloped circle)

Shimmery White CS - 3 x 3 (stitched circle)

Isn't this just the cutest little frog?  I LOVE the sentiment as well!  TOO CUTE!!  Today's project was creating using the Paper & Ink sketch #15.  I modified it a bit, but still kept with the sketch overall.  That cute little frog is from the You're Sublime stamp set, which I colored in using an Aqua Painter and Mint Macaron Ink.  The Shimmery White CS works GREAT for coloring with the Aqua Painter!!

Don't you just LOVE the Mint Macaron Glimmer Paper??!!  OH MY GOODNESS!!  It's such a pretty color and SO sparkly!!  You know how I love my sparkle!!  From now till March 31st, you can get a pack of Glimmer paper for FREE when you place a $50 order!!  Gotta love free stuff!

Each month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday, I hold a Sketch Challenge on my FB Page Jen's Scrappy Pages.  I recently started a FB Group, Jen's Scrappy Pages, where I will be moving the sketch challenge to starting today.  If you would like to play along, join my group and post your creation to the challenge post.  I will leave the challenge open until nest Tuesday, February 28th.  On Wednesday, March 1st, I will draw for someone to win a goodie from my goodie stash!!  We would LOVE to have you play along!!

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Bella & Friends Part 2

Bella & Friends Part 2

Dimensions: 

Pool Party CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/4), 3 x 4 (scalloped oval), 1 x 5 1/2

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 5/8 x 5 1/2

Shimmery White CS - 3 x 4 (stitched oval)

Did I mention I can't get enough of the Bella & Friends stamp set?!  Well, if I didn't, I can't!  LOL  This little puppy dog is SO stinking sweet!  I colored in the balloon using an Aqua Painter and Pool Party ink, along with the bow to the balloon.  The collar was colored in using Watermelon Wonder Ink and everything was brushed with a bit of Clear Wink of Stella.

This card came together SUPER FAST!  I kept it simple because I wanted the image to be the focal point.  Both the Pool Party Stitched Satin Ribbon and Large Polka Dot embossing folder were a PERFECT complement to the soft feel of this card.

I just LOVE the Layering Ovals and Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies paired together.  You certainly don't need the stitched oval, but it really does add a nice touch to the shape.  I use BOTH sets of dies ALL the time!!  The nice thing is the Stitched Shapes Framelits go with the Layering Ovals, Layering Squares AND the Layering Circles perfectly!!

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Loads of Thanks

Loads of Thanks

Dimensions: 

Whisper White Thick CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/4), 4 x 5 1/4 

Blushing Bride CS - 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 (scalloped square)

Shimmery White CS - 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 (stitched square)

Hey All!!  Don't you just love it when you have something in mind for a card and it actually turns out even BETTER than you thought it would??!!  I am VERY pleased with the way this card came out.  I envisioned using the Delicate Details stamp set from Sale-A-Bration, with the Blushing Bride ribbon that I recently purchased.  I wanted the lace image to come out from under the ribbon, but that's all I knew.  

I searched for a card sketch that would fit my vision and found a SUPER SIMPLE sketch in one of my old sketch books.  Once I had that, I went through my limited stash of stamp sets to see if anything jumped out at me and came across the You're Sublime set that I purchased just this last week.  The rest of the card came together pretty quickly after that!!  Yay for fast cards!!  LOL

The image was colored using an Aqua Painter and the following inks: Blushing Bride, Soft Sky, Sweet Sugarplum, So Saffron, Pear Pizzazz, Crumb Cake, and Early Espresso.  Add a touch of shimmer with the Clear Wink of Stella to top it off.  Gotta have that sparkle!!

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS on my Stampin' Up! website.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Pretty Kitty Flower Garden

Pretty Kitty Flower Garden

Dimensions: 

Calypso Coral CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/4), 1 x 5 1/2, 3 x 4 (scalloped oval)

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 5/8 x 5 1/2

Shimmery White CS - 3 x 4 (stitched oval)

Hey Everyone!!  I am just in LOVE with this sweet little kitty from the Pretty Kitty stamp set.  Isn't she the cutest thing EVER??!!  I kept the card simple, because I didn't want to take away from the image.  So I only used one color of cardstock along with Whisper White CS for the embossing and Shimmery White CS to color the image on.

I really can't get enough of the Stitched Shapes Framelits.  I feel like it gives a nice finished look to the oval and frames my image in nicely.  The Layering Ovals Framelits are also a favorite of mine.  The scalloped edge peeking out from the Stitched Oval adds a sweet touch to the overall look of the card.  

Because I don't have all of the markers YET, I use an Aqua Painter along with my ink pads to color in the flowers and kitty.  Top it off with a little shimmer from my FAV tool EVER, the Clear Wink of Stella!!  Who doesn't love a bit of sparkle on EVERYTHING??!!  LOL

If you love this video tutorial, make sure to "subscribe" to my YouTube channel to receive notifications when I post new videos!!  In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Hope this has inspired you to create a little something for yourself today!!  

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Mojo Monday Hey Chick - Watercolor Eggs

Mojo Monday Hey Chick - Watercolor Eggs

Dimensions: 

Pear Pizzazz CS - 4 1/4 x 11, scrap for flower

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4

Shimmery White CS - 1 1/4 x 1 1/4 (three), scrap for stamping eggs on to color)

Watermelon Wonder CS - 3 1/4 x 3 1/2, scrap for flower

Peekaboo Peach CS - scrap for flower

So Saffron CS - scrap for flower

Aren't the cards the cutest?  If I do say so myself!  LOL  I decided to play along with the Mojo Monday Sketch Challenge this week and struggled a bit with it at first.  BUT when I finished the card with the crazy hair chicks on it, I wasn't sure if it was TOO much.  SO I created one using the eggs!  Now I can't decide which one I like best!

For both cards, I colored in the chicks/eggs from the Hey Chick Sale-A-Bration stamp set with an Aqua Painter using Watermelon Wonder, Pear Pizzazz, and Peekaboo Peach.  Of course I had to top it off with some Clear Wink of Stella!!  For the birds, I only used the shimmer on their hair and tail feathers.  The flowers on both cards have shimmer on them as well.  LOVE my sparkle!  

In addition to the video tutorial I made, I also have printable/downloadable instructions below the Supplies Used.  Just click on the "Supply List" to download and print.  

 Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Hope this has inspired you to get out your stuff and just play!!  Have fun with it!  As I have said before, this is my therapy, my happy time.  Even if just for a short time, it helps block out any stress going on in my life and allows me to be in the moment, to not think of anything but coloring my images, cutting them out or adhering them to the card.  Just play!!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Clean and Simple Succulent Garden Card

Clean and Simple Succulent Garden Card

 Dimensions: 

Calypso Coral CS - 4 1/4 x 11 (score at 5 1/2)

Very Vanilla CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 2 x 2 3/4

So Saffron CS - 2 x 2 3/4

Shimmery White CS - scrap for flowers

This card was created using Peekaboo Peach and Watermelon Wonder.

Today's projects is a clean and simple card using the Succulent Framelits dies and your paper trimmer!  Aren't those flowers just beautiful?  They were created by sponging So Saffron and Calypso Coral ink onto Shimmery White CS.  Cut the flowers out using the Succulent Framelits Dies and add Wink of Stella for the shimmery look.  SO pretty!!  

I used a paper trimmer with my bone folder to run an embossed line 1/2" on the 4 x 5 1/4 and 1/4" on the 2 x 2 3/4 piece. Of course, you can also use your favorite scoring tool as well.  I don't have one, so I used what I have on hand.

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

Want to print out the dimensions and photo of this project?  Click the "supply list" at the bottom of supplies used for a printable/downloadable PDF.  Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!

Hope this inspires you to create your own flowers using the sponged technique!

Happy Stampin' Up! 

Jen

New Video Uploaded for the Cool Treats Card

New Video Uploaded!!

SO this is NOT a new card.  BUT I went back and created a video and instruction PDF to go along with this card.  I just LOVE the papers, stamps and dies that are in the Tasty Treats Suite in the Occassions Catalog.  Make sure to check it out if you haven't seen it yet!!

This is a SUPER quick post today!  Just wanted to share this video with you!!  If you would like to see the original post... click HERE.  There are downloadable/printable instructions at the bottom of the Stampin' Up "supply list".  

Thanks SO much for stopping by!  

Hope this has inspired you to check out this SUPER CUTE Suite!!  It is SO much fun to play with!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Lots of Love - Always There...

Lots of Love - Always There...

Dimensions: 

Basic Black CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/4), 3 x 4 (scalloped oval)

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 3 3/4 x 5 (inside of card), 3 x 4 (image oval)

Real Red CS - 2 3/4 x 4 1/2 (banner)

Today's card is brought to you by the letter C for Cute!  LOL  I've been on a roll this past week with creating clean and simple cards, with the emphasis being on the image, rather than the paper.  The ADORABLE images in the Hostess set Love you Lots, have been really fun to play with.  

I kept the coloring to a minimum on the elephant and the mouse, by using the Basic Grey Watercolor Pencil in the already shaded areas of the elephant.  After coloring in with the pencil, I took a Blender Pen to soften the pencil lines.  Add a little bit of shimmer with the Clear Wink of Stella and you have a super cute, sparkly elephant and mouse that is sure to make your recipient smile!  

This stamp set is only available as a Hostess perk.  SO if you love it, why not host a party?  It can be a party for one, an online party, Facebook party OR if you live in the Omaha area, you can host a party at your home OR mine!  PLUS when you host during Sale-A-Bration, you can earn even MORE Hostess Rewards!!  Say what??!!  YUP!!  When your party reaches just $250, you will receive DOUBLE the hostess rewards!!  Which means MORE FREE stuff for you to play with!!  Please contact me for details or to book your party now till March 31st.

Want to print out the dimensions and photo of this project?  Click the "supply list" at the bottom of supplies used for a printable/downloadable PDF.  Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used: 

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

Hope this has inspired you to create something simple.  It doesn't have to be super detailed or fancy for someone to LOVE receiving a handmade card in the mail.  Keeping things clean and simple are still beautiful in their own way.  Just create...

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen

Bella & Friends

Bella & Friends 

Dimensions: 

Pool Party CS - 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 (score at 4 1/4), 1 x 5 1/2, 3 x 4 (scalloped oval)

Whisper White CS - 4 x 5 1/4, 5/8 x 5 1/2

Shimmery White CS - 3 x 4 (oval for image)

Oh my goodness!!  I just LOVE how stinking sweet Bella is from the Bella & Friends stamp set!!  I KNOW that Bella is supposed to be a "girl", BUT when I saw this image, all I could think was the "she" looked like a he!  lol  SO I went with Pool Party for this card.  It certainly could be changed to a soft pink, like Blushing Bride and totally change the look!  

I used Shimmery White CS to stamp my image on.  Not only is it shimmery, but it is also GREAT to color on using the Aqua Painters!  I chose Mint Macaron for the turtle.  For the spots and rim of his shell, I applied more ink to make it darker.  The rest of his body, I just used less ink on the Aqua Painter.  I really like how the two tones came out on him!  

The Softly Falling Embossing folder can be used for more than just snow!  WHAT??!!  That's crazy talk!  I know!  LOL  I like how it gives just a bit of dimension, but allows me to stamp at the top but has depth at the bottom.  OH and ALWAYS add a bit of shimmer to your project!  Clear Wink of Stella adds just the PERFECT amount of sparkle to your stamped images.  It's like they come alive with a touch of glimmer!

Want to print out the dimensions and photo of this project?  Click the "supply list" at the bottom of supplies used for a printable/downloadable PDF.  Don't forget, if you place an order that is less than $150, to use February's Hostess Code J4Z9S6CS.  I send out thank you gifts at the end of each month to those who order from me!!  Stay tuned for a customer loyalty program coming in the next few weeks!  I have LOTS of new and fun stuff coming up that you are going to LOVE!!  

Stampin' Up! Supplies Used:

Thanks SO much for stopping by!!

I hope this inspires you to just take some time to create something fun!!  This is therapy.  Creating is WAY more than just playing with paper and ink.  It is throwing yourself into a project and letting life's stressors just melt away in the background, if only for the moment.  Life is short.  Create something!

Happy Stampin' Up!

Jen