You are Tree-Mendous – A New Collection by LDRS Creative

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Hi crafty friends! The latest Festive Holidays Collection is one of my favorites, and the Acorn Cubbies Layering Die Set, paired with the Acorny Hello Sentiments 4×4 Stamp Set and Anytime Background Stencils, makes the perfect combination for this fall-themed card.

I started by inking up some watercolor paper with dark orange, brown, and yellow inks.  I used blending brushes and carefully blended the colors to create a seamless look!

Next, I used some texture paste and the Anytime Background Stencil to add some texture to the background.  I set it aside to dry for about half an hour, then used my guillotine to cut it at an angle.  I adhered the background onto some white top-folding card base.

Meanwhile, I created the cute acorn by using the Acorn Cubbies Die Set and adhered everything together with liquid glue.  I added some colorful twine and foam-mounted this piece to the card for added dimension.

I finished the card design by embossing the sentiment onto black cardstock using the Acorny Hello Stamp Set. Here’s another look:

I had fun creating this fall-themed card today!  Which one is your favorite from the latest Festive Holidays Collection?  I hope you have an awesome day today!  Happy crafting!

Bring On the Cake!

| marialrussell

Hello LDRS Creative friends!  I am so glad to be here to share another project showcasing the Party Time Tails Stamp Set and coordinating dies.  This stamp set pairs perfectly well with the About Birthday Collage 4×6 Stamp Set.

My idea for this card is to create something simple!  The image is so beautiful that it doesn’t really need anything else!  I created the colorful “arch” background by using the Arches Spotlight Stencil and combining two of my favorite hybrid inks: Banana Cream Pie and Little Boy Blue!  

After ink-blending, I used the Stitched Scallop dies to die-cut the background and another blue cardstock!  Both are adhered to a 4 x 5 1/4 card base, with the focal point foam-mounted for more dimension!  I also foam-mounted the cute image and adhered a few yellow stars using the Starry Sky Border Die for added interest.

Lastly, I stamped the sentiment using the About Birthday Collage 4×6 Stamp Set!  This is such a simple card, but I really love how it turned out!  Every time I create projects, I like to mix and match old and new products to create cute designs.

I hope you all have a great day, and thanks for stopping by!  Happy crafting!

Trick or Treat with LDRS Creative

| marialrussell

Hello crafty friends!  I am so over this hot summer, and I am looking forward to cooler weather!  How about you?! It’s been raining here constantly in Florida, and I can’t wait for this summer season to end!

My inspiration for today’s project calls for the upcoming Halloween season!  For my card, I am showcasing the Land & Sky Stencils and Masks, Trees 5×7 Stamp Set, Fuzzy Wuzzy Athletic Supporter Stamp Set and Dies, and the Rolling Hills Die Set.

I wanted to create a vibrant nighttime scene using the Land & Sky Stencils and Masks with some LDRS Creative hybrid inks and ink daubers.  I started with the full moon using Dan-D-Lion hybrid ink.  I then covered the moon with the mask and worked my way to creating the colorful clouds using an LDRS clouds stencil (retired).  If you’d like to recreate this scene, I used Grape Ape, Plum Crazy, In Your Face Orange, and Dan-D-Lion hybrid ink.

I stamped a few trees on the background using the Trees 5×7 Stamp Set and adhered the rolling hills using the Rolling Hills Die Set. 

I matted the colorful background using some green cardstock and adhered the same to a black card base.  Since I still have some leftover die-cuts from my previous card projects, I foam-mounted the cute little monster from the Fuzzy Wuzzy Athletic Supporter Die.

I finished the card design by adhering the big-word “Trick or Treat” sentiment, which was die-cut using a retired Large Word Halloween die.  You can use any Halloween stamps or dies to replace the one I had on this card.  

Creating this Halloween card was such a blast!  I hope you got inspired and start creating your Halloween cards soon!  Thanks for stopping by!

Create Cute Backgrounds with Leftover Scrap Die Cuts

| marialrussell

Hey everyone!  Summer is here, and I am busy creating cute projects indoors to avoid the heat wave! What about you?

Today, I’m sharing two bright and cheerful cards that showcase the Fuzzy Wuzzies Athletic Supporter Stamp & Dies.  I used elements from this collection and incorporated a lot of scrap die cuts from previous LDRS Creative card projects.  These playful cards will surely brighten someone’s day, don’t you think?!

My main idea with these cards is to use some leftover scraps from my stash, instead of throwing them away.  Just because some of your dies have been discontinued, you can still use them to create beautiful projects!

I searched my LDRS Creative Die Collection and found a lot of colorful die-cuts to make the background for my little Fuzzy Wuzzies!  The first card below contained die-cuts using the Postage Collage Die.  I foam-mounted the 3 rectangles onto the background to create a vignette. 

Next, I die-cut a few little Wuzzies, using the Fuzzy Wuzzies Athletic Supporter Dies.  Since the Wuzzies are quite small, I used a lot of my scrap cardstock to create 3 Fuzzy Wuzzies.  The first green Wuzzy was foam-mounted to the card for added dimension and embellished with yellow stars!

The sentiments from both cards are embossed on black cardstock using the Snarky Best Friends Stamp Set.  Die-cutting these sentiments has been easy-peasy using the Sentiment Stack Coordinating Die.  I have to admit that these stamps and coordinating dies have been one of my absolute favorites!  It’s so easy to stamp and die-cut, creating a bunch of sentiments for future card projects!

For the second card, I adhered the 1/2″ Background strips with the Zig-Zag Strip with glue.  I foam-mounted two Fuzzy Wuzzies for added dimension and finished the design by also foam-mounting the sentiment strip.  

The Fuzzy Wuzzies Athletic Supporter Stamp & Dies is a great addition to your collection.

I hope you enjoyed these cards!  Thanks so much for visiting, and have a great day!

XO,

Maria

Happy Birthday Card with the Sweet Escape Collection by LDRS Creative

| marialrussell

Hello LDRS Creative friends and family!  I am here today, sharing yet another cute card showcasing the new Party Time Tails Stamp Set & Coordinating Dies from the Sweet Escape Collection Release.

Do you ever have a stack of unfinished card bases in your stash that you kept for a while?  I do, and I always keep them in a plastic bin in my craft room, ready for my next project.  Sometimes the simplest projects are the best to create, turning a ho-hum base into a beautiful card!

I started by stamping the Party Time Tails Stamp Set onto Neenah Solar White cardstock and colored with alcohol markers.  I used the Party Time Tails Coordinating Dies to die-cut the images.  Since I already have a 5×7 card base with an ink-blended background in my stash, I decided to add some texture by splattering it with some white watercolor.

I wanted a big, bold sentiment to match my 5×7 birthday card, so I decided to use the Big Word Birthday Die.  Once the sentiment is adhered to the card, I added the little cute mice and finished the design by stamping some black stars using the aLined Geos Stamp Set.  Here’s another look at the finished project:

I hope I have given you some inspiration today to create beautiful projects with the new Sweet Escape Collection.  We cannot wait to see what you create, and don’t forget to share it on social media!

Thanks for stopping by, and happy crafting!

PAW-sitive Vibes Coming Your Way

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Hello, and thank you for stopping by!  I would like to share this really cute Get Well Soon card below, showcasing the following products from LDRS Creative:

Fuzzy Wuzzies Cone of Shame Stamp Set + Dies

Everyday Vertical Sentiments Stamp Set

Home Design Foliage Add-On Die Set

Mixed Scallop Rectangle Die Set

Cottage Way 4 Color Ink Bundle

Gelato 4-Color Bundle

Rainy Day Stencil

I started by die-cutting all the components that I needed to create the scene using the Home Design Foliage Add-On Die Set and the  Mixed Scallop Rectangle Die Set.

The little scallop rectangle die-cuts were easy to ink blend with the new Gelato 4-Color Bundle, Pink Tutu Hybrid ink, and the Rainy Day Stencil.  I absolutely LOVE the new hybrid ink colors!  

The scallop rectangles and the negative die-cut were foam-mounted onto an A2-size card base to give dimension.

Next, I stamped the little fuzzy dog using the Fuzzy Wuzzies Cone of Shame Stamp Set + Dies and the Cottage Way 4 Color Ink Bundle.  [For reference, the colors I used on the dog were CaraMellow, Milk Chocolate, and Stone Washed Jeans.]  I fussy-cut the dog using precision snips and foam-mounted it on the card. 

I finished the card design by stamping the sentiment on a yellow strip using the Everyday Vertical Sentiments Stamp Set.  Here’s another look at the finished card:

I hope you like the card and got inspired to re-create this beautiful scene!  Thanks for stopping by!

Get Well Soon

| marialrussell

Hello everyone!  I am back from an overseas whirlwind trip, visiting my mom and brother, who had a heart attack at the age of 49!  Thankfully, he is recovering really well and back to his old self again!

In today’s post, I am showcasing the beautiful Fresh Cut Tulips Stamp Set, Fresh Cut Tulips coordinating dies, Fresh Cut Tulips Layering Stencils, along with the Stepped Edge Die and Everyday Vertical Sentiments from the “No Bounds Collection“.   The No Bounds Collection was just released last week!

I started by stamping the images on white cardstock with Raven Hybrid Ink.  I used the Fresh Cut Tulips Layering Stencils to add color to the tulips.  It really made a HUGE difference to have the layering stencils to color the images.  For reference, I used Pink Tutu, Soft Kisses, Banana Cream Pie, Dan-D-Lion, Key Lime Pie, and Olive Branch Hybrid Inks.  I absolutely love the combination of these colors!

To make the images pop, I used colored pencils to add more detail and dimension to the flowers, and used the Fresh Cut Tulips Coordinating Dies to cut them out.

Next, I used the Stepped Edge Die to die-cut the middle of an A2-size notecard!  I adhered the same to a light gray card base using foam adhesive for added dimension.  

Layering the tulips with liquid glue and foam dots in the middle of the card was easy, as I already had all the necessary pieces.  I added a few branches using the Petite Petals Die and stamped the sentiment using the Everyday Vertical Sentiments Stamp Set.  This stamp set is so versatile and a must-have for any stamper!

I finished the card design by stamping the squiggly lines and the rounded stamp with Coffee Bean Hybrid Ink.  Here’s another look at the finished card:

I hope you like this card as much as I do.  Check out the new No Bounds Collection before they sell out!  Have an amazing day!

You Will Forever Be My Always with LDRS Creative

| marialrussell

Hello crafty friends! I am back today sharing this beautiful card that showcases some old and new products from LDRS Creative.  Since spring is fast approaching, I thought a floral card would be the perfect project to share today.

Here’s what I used:

Petite Petals Die Set

Sentimental Rub-On Transfers – Bundle II

Madison’s Garden A2 Coverplate

Scalloped Rectangle Frame Set

I wanted a subtle background for the beautiful Madison’s Garden Coverplate die-cut and decided on using my watercolor.  I used a big flat brush to add water onto the paper and diluted the colors on my mat with a wet brush.  I then added the colors to the paper, being careful not to mix them too much.

To speed up the drying process, I used my heating tool and adhered the beautiful die-cut onto the watercolor background.  I used wet glue to add the same on a white A2-size card base.

The leaves and flowers were die-cut and watercolored, and I think they turned out so beautifully!  It totally complemented the floral background! 

I used the Sentimental Rub-On Transfer for the sentiment on the black cardstock.  This was then propped up on the card with foam adhesive for added dimension.  I finished my card design by adding the leaves and flowers.  Here’s another look:

I hope you like this card and feel inspired to create a beautiful project today! Thanks for stopping by, and happy crafting!

Valentine’s Day Cards Featuring Old & New Release by LDRS Creative

| marialrussell

Hello everyone! Happy Friday and Happy New Year! In today’s post, I am sharing two Valentine’s Day cards featuring some old and new releases by LDRS Creative. 

For my first card, I am showcasing the Fuzzy Wuzzy Birthday Suit and Undercover Bundle, along with the Alpha Stencil Pack, A to Z Sentiments, and the Mixed Scallop Rectangle Dies.

I ink-blended the scallop die-cut and the card base with Soft Kisses, Tangerine Orange, Dan-D-Lion, and Key Lime Pie Hybrid inks using some blending brushes.  It took a while to blend the colors, but I am happy with how they turned out!

I foam-mounted the scallop die-cut on the card base and used the Alpha Stencil Pack, along with blending brushes and the colors Lipstick Red and Soft Kisses.   

Next, I stamped the cute little “Fuzzy Wuzzy” image using Tropical Sea, In Your Face Orange, and Raven Hybrid ink.  I also stamped the sentiment from the A to Z Sentiments and added the red heart to finish the look.

For my next card, I used one of my favorite alphabet dies called Sophie Alpha Uppercase Die Set, along with the aLined Geos Stamp Set, Star Octagon Frame Die, and Petite Petals Die.

The background was made by ink-blending the base with Soft Kisses Hybrid ink.  I used the A-lined Geos stamp set to create the pattern with the same ink for a monotone look. 

Next, I die-cut the leaves and flowers using the Petite Petals Die set, as well as the white frame using the Star Octagon Frame die, and the word “LOVE” using the Sophie Alpha Uppercase Die Set.  I love mixing and matching old and new products to create a beautiful card!

I hope you were inspired today with the projects I made for Valentine’s Day!  Thanks for stopping by, and happy crafting!