Mar 24 2012
Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style – Mother’s Day
Welcome to another Saturday with our regular feature – Ribbon Inspiration/Stamp Simply Style. Today the design team has Mother’s Day projects to show you. I think we all like to create something just a little special for Mom. I know you’ll love all the projects they created and you can find the link list at the end of this post.
My project for today involved a bit more than I usually do on a card front, but I had fun putting it together – a vintage collage look. My Mom sewed all of our clothes when we were children, so I wanted to go with a sewing theme for her card. She taught me to sew as a young girl and those lessons have served me well. Papercrafting has kind of taken over sewing in my life these last 10 years or so, but I still love to look at and feel stacks of beautifully folded fabric. And I love looking through the pattern books. I still do on occasion, even though I haven’t made a piece of clothing in years. Oh, if ONLY the days were longer —
I used a variety of product on this card and I’ll link all as I go.
My card is a favorite size, 6.5 x 4.75″, made to fit perfectly into an A6 Clear Box. I put all my cards with dimension into a Clear Box as soon as they are done. This protects the card and it also makes a GREAT presentation. The Clear Boxes are mailable as well.
The paper used is Sweet Nothings by Kaisercraft. The angelic postage stamp die cut in the upper right corner is from the coordinating package of die cut Collectables.
I used a new Spellbinders die to create the pink base upon which I layered all my elements – Romantic Recangles. This die set is one of those items that I knew I had to have the moment I first saw it. It’s gorgeous! I actually cut one of the designer paper from Sweet Nothings and cut another of plain vanilla cardstock and adhered them together with glue. I needed my based to be sturdier to layer on all the elements.
I used a stamp by LaBlanche, Scissors, for the stamped image, which got kind of buried, but you can see it. It is gold embossed onto a sheet from the same pad, Sweet Nothings. To emboss I use Versa Mark, Super Fine Embossing Powder, and a heat gun. I distressed the edges of the stamped panel just with my scissor blades. I do have a distressing tool — somewhere — but the scissor blades work for me!
I absolutely love the fine detail of all the LaBlanche stamps. You can see them all here.
Mother is taken from an Our Daily Bread Designs set called Mother’s Day. I also used this set on the card inside. To cut out Mother I used a favorite new little die in a Spellbinders die set called Nautical Frames and Accents. It’s just one tiny little die, but it is just perfect for so many of my needs! It has the clipped tail on one end but you’ll notice I have that tail on both ends of my Mother sentiment. Just run it through as normal, then remove the paper and flip it around in the die so the tail piece cuts the other end. Couldnt’ be any quicker. Doing it this way I can get a piece with tails on both ends — oh, such a little die, but it makes me SO happy.
Our Daily Bread Designs stamps are perfect for so many occasions. You can see all in stock here.
LOVE my little dress form. This one is from a Spellbinders Nina Brackett set called Sewing Elements. Another must have die set if you like sewing themed projects! And once I’m talking sewing — this Decorative Dress Forms die set is another keeper! My dress form is popped up using 3D Foam Squares and accented with Kaisercraft Pearls and Rhinestones.
The ribbon used on this project is May Arts 100% Silk — in 1.25″ and 1/4″ in Mauve.
Both bows were made on the Original Bow Easy. Long curly tails were tacked in place with glue dots.
The roses used are by Prima – Aneglica Roses and Fairytale Roses.
The pins are NEW Petal Pins by Prima — they come in Beads, Pearls or Iced — LOVE these! I used the Beads.
To adhere all my ribbon, flowers, pins, etc. I use Aleene’s Glues from super stores or craft stores. It is very inexpensive, holds tight and dries clear. Just make sure when adhering larger and more dimensional objects to press and hold a bit until the glue takes hold. Once adhered, they are on tight and forever!
And here’s the card inside, using sentiments from Mother’s Day by Our Daily Bread Designs.
The paper inside is from the same Sweet Nothings pad.
All items used on today’s project are available at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, as linked above.
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Store News
The section of Prima Flowers is filled to overflowing with sweet, lush goodness!
Prima paper is available in 6×6 and a larger A4 size (a tad over 8 x 11) and some in 12×12.
There are a lot of NEW Spellbinders dies, with much of the older supply at reduced prices.
Spellbinders double embossing folders, M-Bossabilities, are in stock!
You can scan all new product under What’s New?
You can see all reduced items under Specials.
You can also find reduced items in the Sale Bins.
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Blog Candy
Today’s blog candy includes:
Gabrielle 6×6 pad by Bo Bunny
Stamp Simply Deluxe Embellishment Kit in Teal (contains Trellis Roses, Pearls, Silk, Lace and Velvet)
1 Flower from my opened package of Millinery Collection Flowers
1 yard of Prima Tassel Trim
I hope someone can make a nice Mother’s Day project out of these supplies.
As always, this is a Mystery Blog Candy, meaning the winner will be drawn from comments on one of today’s participating blogs, so leaving a comment on each blog will greatly increase your chances of winning, but only one comment per blog, please. The winner will be selected at 6 p.m. Eastern time on Tuesday, March 27 and will be posted here on my blog on Wednesday or thereafter.
You must check back to claim your prize if you are the lucky winner!
Good luck!
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Enjoy your hop around the blogs of these fabulous designers. I know you’ll love their projects!
Sharon Johnson – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store
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Thank you so much for joining us today. I hope you leave with some little bit of inspiration, giving you that desire to create just a little something!
I wish you a wonderful weekend and we’ll plan to see you real soon!
113 responses so far
Sharon, All the cards are just beautiful! Thank you for the opportunity to receive some eye candy. Happy Spring!
WOW! Such a gorgeous card; inside and out
ColleenB.
What yummy colors in the blog candy. My Mom passed away a few years ago, but I do send cards for Mothers Day to some special elderly friends and a couple of my “favorite” Aunts, some of whom are alone now. They always seem to appreciate the cards.
love the sewing theme. i enjoyed seeing everyone’s work on this little blog hop. wonderful takes on the mother’s day theme. thank you for sharing.
Your card is so beautiful. Thanks.
Beautiful sewing themed card!
Your Mother’s Day card is beautiful! Love all the details you have on it from the pretty Spellbinders frame to the embossed stamped image and the ribbon, flowers and dress form! Your mom will love this!
Stunning Mother’s Day card, Sharon! I love the pinks and all the gorgeous embellishments! Any woman would be honored to receive such a wonderful card!
Once again this card is gorgeous! How perfect for Mom.
I so love the Stamp Simply Deluxe Embellishment Kit in Teal. The colors and embellishments are beautiful. I would love to create a Mother’s Day card with all of the wonderful items. Sharon, your card is beautiful.
Your card is just beautiful. I love the vintage feel, the dress form and every single detail about this card..
Oh my Stars!! this is sooooo VERY pretty, sweet and feminine…I KNOW my mom would love it! I love the ribbon and flower treatments and the stamps in the center are cool, BUT i really love the Vintage images they just make this card so very awesome!
A wonderful sight first thing in the morning!
Thanks for the great opportunity to win so very pretty candy! (nothing i have either) 🙂
Susan
Your Mom will love her card. It is so beautiful, so is the blog candy. Would love to win that!!
This is incredible beautiful. Thank you for sharing this work of art. Lovely candy
So beautiful…love the collage and soft pretty colors!
I love all things turquoise! (or whatever color name they’re using these days…) Thank you for the opportunity!
Carol
Sharon, so very pretty.. any mother would love this card!
Love the colors; simply gorgeous!!
Love the teal in the blog candy! Your creations are always so stunning! Thanks for the chance to win!
Wow, gorgeous collage Sharon!! Love the Prima pins and LaBlanche stamped and embossed with gold 🙂 Just lovely ~
I love all your cards, and this one is no exception. Its beautiful!!!!
Your is so beautiful! Love all of the layers and embellishments! Thanks for a chance at some gorgeous blog candy!
Oh, Sharon … I absolutely LOVE your vintage collage card with the sewing theme. The papers are perfect, and all the embellishments are beautifully arranged (and, the pins are gorgeous). The blog candy this week is yummy, too! Thank you for a chance to win!
Your card is just beautiful, love the colors, thank you so much for sharing it.
Wow that is one very beautiful card!
Beautiful card Sharon. I love the sentiment you used on the inside. Thanks for the chance to win another wonderful prize package.
The first word that came to mind when I saw your card was breathtaking! The eye candy came in a close 2nd! Thanks for the chance to win.
Beautiful card- love the ribbons and roses.
I love your cards…and the colors of the blog candy! Thanks for the chance to win.
What a beautiful Mother’s Day card! I love the vintage collage look. You did it so well!
Stunning card! It will melt your Mother’s heart! Love all the embellishment details!
Unbelievable! What a pretty sight on a cold morning here in Calgary. The colors for todays blog candy are stunning. It is a perfect day to spend in my craft room. Mother’s Day and pink…such a nice combo for a sentimental card. You have created a lovely card once again. Thank you for my weekly fix of inspiration Sharon.
Your card is another gorgeous creation. I just LOVE your style. The blog candy looks yummy to my eyes. Wonderful combination of colors. You are so generous with all of us in blogland. Thanks again and enjoy your week-end.
Shirley L.
Roseville, CA
absolutely gorgeous card!! my mom made all my clothes growing up, too. and she did teach me to sew, as well. but it was never my favorite thing to do.
Gorgeous card! Great blog candy! Thanks for the chance to win!
Gorgeous gorgeous! I love all the products you used. Mmmmmmm, dreamy!
Beautiful! Love the inside too!
Just lovely! I especially love the sentiment inside for Mother’s Day, and the beautiful cut border edge. Beautiful!
Stunning!!! My first thought, though was that it would make a fabulous shadow box!!!
Sharon, your card is so full of lovely details and creative touches. It is so femine and appealing. It seems to have a bit of everything; very Victorian. I love it. Thank you for the inspiration.
Gorgeous card, Sharon! Lots of wonderful goodies to drink in 🙂
Oh this is so Pretty! Your Mom is going to just LOVE this Beautiful creation I’m sure!!! All the layers and detales and extra touches, Lovely, just Lovely!
And all these things in the Blog Candy… what a treat for sure!
Om my goodness Sharon! This is simply gorgeous! I just LOVE it! I can see a HUGE order coming your way. Every time I see one of your designs I usually end up ordering the supplies to make something like it. Unfortunately, I have acquired more supplies than time to make them! But that doesn’t stop me of course! You are such an inspiration to us all. Your eye for beauty is overwhelming and I just love everything you do. Thanks for the chance to win some great blog candy as well… if I win, I just may make that card yet! TFS!
This is an absolutely beautiful card worthly for any mother. Just stunning.
Sharon, where to begin…..your card is beautiful. So much to see. Your ribbon is always beautiful, how you use it spectacular. The layers, the papers, the dies you used, the flowers and pins….my goodness….it’s BEAUTIFUL! You inspire!
Your mother will absolutely treasure this gorgeous piece of art! Thanks for sharing your talent.
this is so beautiful, love it
Beautiful card, Sharon. You have a real talent with ribbon and bows! So many of your cards have that special delicate and feminine quality. Thanks so much your gift with us.
Beautiful card with all of your intricate details. Stunning.
Peace, Becky Johnson
Absolutely gorgeous. Especially love the pink.
Tina
[email protected]
Look at all the beautiful elements on that amazing card. Just beautiful.
I love your card, Sharon!! The ribbon and roses are a favorite of mine, but the dress form and the background stamp send this over the top! Beautiful and stunning, and a wonderful keepsake card for your Mom!
Love the paper inside the card as well as everything on the outside. What paper is on the inside?
Caryn – the paper on the inside is from the same Sweet Nothings paper pad by Kaisercraft. When I do decorate a card inside, it is always from the same pad as the outside. Sharon
Love the dress form and pink ribbons!! The sentiment on the inside is so special. Gorgeous card!!
Whoa! This is stunning. Very vintage and lovely. Thanks for sharing!
I love your card. The pinks are beautiful and the vintage look is awesome. Love the Prima petal pins…I just purchased some. This card is beautiful. Thanks for sharing and the chance to win.
Wow these are fabulous. I totally love the pink one!!!!
this is so feminine the pinks and gold just look stunning- love it thanks for sharing
What a beautiful card. The color combinations are great. Thanks for sharing.
Pink and vintage are my two favorite things to use when I make a card so you know I love yours. It is so beautiful Love all the details you added to the card.
Beautifully done! I love all the “little touches” you added to make one lucky mother so very proud!
gosh i love this card… the delicate colors blend so well.. and it will be a treasure to have for your mother..
thanks so much for the inspiration
lynn
Everything you make should be framed! I am thoroughly impressed everytime I come here! Thanks for the chance at some fabulous blog candy too!
a very beautiful card! love the ribbons and flowers.
Luanne
craftersreference at gmail dot com
This is absolutely gorgeous – I love the vintage collage look and all the beautiful elements.
x
Wow. I better get started on my mothers day cards…this a beautiful inspiration.
Gorgeous card inside and out! Also beautiful prizes!
Oh my goodness, Sharon, what a gorgeous card and those yummy embellishments….fabulous!! Thanks so much for sharing your amazing talent with us!! Hugs, Sabrina
Sharon what a absolutely beautiful card. I love the pink. The two sticks pins what a touch. Mom will certainly love this card!
My mom is a sewer too, and I am just now getting into a little sewing thanks to my sisters. Love the pink! Thanks for the chance to win blog candy!!
What an absolutely gorgeous card! Your mother will certainly love it! The sewing theme is so appropriate and the many other embellishments you have added are amazing! Thank you for a chance to win some wonderful blog candy! I always love your beautiful ribbons!
Wow Sharon….that is so beautiful! The blog candy is looking really yummy too!
I love the links you used on your card. My mom is a sew-er too and would adore this! But I love the turquoise blog candy even better tho I like pink. Those colours are just luscious.
Wow, wow, wow! This card is absolutely gorgeous! I love all the pinks and the blog candy looks delish too 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win!
Your Mother’s Day card is so sweet and feminine. The pretty ribbon and bows with the roses and those sweet images all belong together. Love the little dress form and pretty pins. This is pretty enough to frame for a sewing room!
Thank you for the inspiration! 🙂
This is gorgeous! Love the paper!
OMGOSH your card is gorgeous!! I love everything about it, especially your flowers and pins, they are beautiful!
Thank you for a chance at blog candy!!!
Oh wow! Your card is absolutely stunny and so lovely for Mother’s Day.
Love Sheila xx
OOPS! That was meant to be ‘stunning’ not ‘stunny’ sorry about that….having a senior moment! Lol!
Love Sheila xx
Just wonderful! Victorian style is my favorite, and this card says it all!! All the little details tell that it is for someone who has a very special place in your heart. TFS this card with all of us today.
Hugs
Wow! Such detail. Another beautiful creation, Sharon. I also like that you show how you finish the inside of the card — I find that step the most frustrating. Thanks again for putting together a very useful and luscious blog candy for us.
Your card is exquisite! The layering is just fabulous!! LOVE it!
Absolutely beautiful card. Love the flowers especially.
Gorgeous!! I am always amazed at how you can put so many elements on your cards and it works perfectly. Mine would look like a big jumbled mess – lol. Your talent is amazing!!
Love the colors and all the embellishments. Beautiful!
I love the elegance of the pink flowers! I need to get me some of those! The blog candy looks delish!!!
Lovely lovely card Sharon, beautifully done. Everything looks perfect together, bow, the flowers, stick pins, all looks so well put together and designed.
Thanks for sharing your awesome talents with us.
Hope you had a wonderful weekend.
hugs
Donna
Sharon, just a quickie add on, just visited everyones blogs and they all did a superb job, everyone really out did themselves, loved them all, and I really enjoy visiting all your blogs every week end, you all never cease to satisfy our creative natures!! Throughly enjoyed it. It is always nice to be able to win something, but you also always make it worth while, as it is always enjoyable and pleasurable to see what you have come up with.
THANKS and
hugs
Donna
Wow! Exquisite card!
A very beautiful, loving Mother’s Day Card.
Beautiful card. Love the dress form, papers, die, ribbon and flowers.
Blessings,
Peggy
What a beautiful Mother’s Day card. Mine would have loved it, but alas she is no longer with us.
Sharon – Love your card – so beautiful. Also love the sentiment inside. Thanks for sharing.
My mom would have loved this card! She has been gone now for just over ten years and I miss her so much! She always loved the cards I made for her. Your card has brought back happy memories! Thanks!
So beautiful!
Stunning card!!! Thank you for the chance to win some gorgeous blog candy in my favorite color combination!!
Oh so pretty love everything about this card . Thanks for sharing and a chance to win some blog candy
Marilyn
This is a beautiful card…so feminine. I loved all the details. Thanks for sharing.
Lorrie
I love this frilly pretty card an so would any mother!!
Very beautiful. Love all the embellishments
and the colors you used in making this lovely
card.
I love the card.It’s so feminine. The prize this week is also stunning.Gorgeous colors!
Love the card, especially the quote inside . . . so perfect for Mother’s Day!
Lovely, lovely card. Every time I see these projects made I want all the embellishments. Especially covet the ribbons and Prima flowers.
Gorgeous! Great giveaway too! Thanks for a chance to win!
A lovely card, what mother wouldn’t appreciate a card like that. Nicely done, inside and out. All of those embelishments certainly dress a card up for any occasion, thanks for sharing.
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This card just melts the heart! I would feel very honored to receive it!
The colors of teal are just about my favorite color ever! OK, I lie – I love all colors of blue. Thank you for your inspirational cards!
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Wow Sharon – i’ve not been by in ages – where have I been… I’ve been missing out on some serious inspiration!! And that’s the very thing that brings me to your post. You see I have the ‘Sewing Elements’ die set from Spellbinders, but I’ve not used them so far, so I just googled them and ta da! Here I am looking at your beautiful mothers day card using the dress form… I was wondering whether there is a matching stamp set somewhere!
That blue kit is absolutely divine – I thought it was something you had put together for the shop – but when I could see that its up for grabs, I thought wow… I would have left a comment anyway just to say Hi! and that I LOVE your MD Card.
Anyway – good luck to everyone in your fabulous draw… hope you are well, I’ll have to make sure I get blogging again as i’m clearly missing out on beautiful cards and products!
Paula Gale (UK)
xxx
Ha Ha – sorry Sharon – how stupid do I feel now… I just realised that this is a post from 2012 – of course, Mothers day in the states is later than here in the UK… DOH and double DOH!!! Gee, I think I’m in need of some sleep… been none stop card making as March is a marathon month for me – and I never do anything on time… always at the last minute.
Oh well, hope it raised either a smile, or an eyebrow with you!
Paula x x x