Recently, my partner in Stampin' Up! crime made the move from Wisconsin to Arizona. Boo Hoo!
Although we didn't spend much time face-to-face, I certainly miss her already. But I do wish her the best of luck and hope to visit Arizona in the future. I wanted to make her family a card to let them know they are in my thoughts.
This card idea instantly came to mind when I saw last week's sketch Splitcoaststampers.com
The All in the Family stamp set is the perfect fit for this sketch. On my card you'll see ... from top to bottom (left side), my Aunt Mary, my Uncle Scott, and my cousin Caroline. Top to bottom (middle), you'll see their cat Mozart and the bottom circle is their dog, Isabelle.
Finally, along the right side, you'll see images from the Loads of Love Accessories stamp set. These little images tie this card together and have a similar "feel" as the All in the Family set.
TIP: Use your Stampin' Write markers to isolate portions of the stamps image (see the end of my post for the full image set). I did this with the "just moved" sentiment.
Here's how: Ink up the word "just" with the marker, stamp it on your cardstock, then clean your rubber. Ink up the word "moved!" with the marker, and stamp it on your cardstock. With a few punches of the 1" circle and 1 1/4" circle punch, you'll be rockin' this card. So easy, right?
Don't overlook that Tall Tales designer series paper I used on the card front. Simply adorable - but also grown up at the same time. Everything is mounted to my favorite (and in my opinion, most versatile) card base - Kraft cardstock.
Download & print my handy DSP chart to help you coordinate colors.
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Stamps: All in the Family (113488), Loads of Love Accessories (115024) Paper: Kraft (102125), So Saffron (105118), Whisper White (100730), Old Olive (100702), Tall Tales DSP (115678) Ink: Chocolate Chip Pad (100908), Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker (100071) Accessories: Chocolate Chip Corduroy Buttons (114339) Tools: 1" circle punch (109046), 1 1/4" circle punch (104403) , Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)
Although we didn't spend much time face-to-face, I certainly miss her already. But I do wish her the best of luck and hope to visit Arizona in the future. I wanted to make her family a card to let them know they are in my thoughts.
This card idea instantly came to mind when I saw last week's sketch Splitcoaststampers.com
The All in the Family stamp set is the perfect fit for this sketch. On my card you'll see ... from top to bottom (left side), my Aunt Mary, my Uncle Scott, and my cousin Caroline. Top to bottom (middle), you'll see their cat Mozart and the bottom circle is their dog, Isabelle.
Finally, along the right side, you'll see images from the Loads of Love Accessories stamp set. These little images tie this card together and have a similar "feel" as the All in the Family set.
TIP: Use your Stampin' Write markers to isolate portions of the stamps image (see the end of my post for the full image set). I did this with the "just moved" sentiment.
Here's how: Ink up the word "just" with the marker, stamp it on your cardstock, then clean your rubber. Ink up the word "moved!" with the marker, and stamp it on your cardstock. With a few punches of the 1" circle and 1 1/4" circle punch, you'll be rockin' this card. So easy, right?
Don't overlook that Tall Tales designer series paper I used on the card front. Simply adorable - but also grown up at the same time. Everything is mounted to my favorite (and in my opinion, most versatile) card base - Kraft cardstock.
Download & print my handy DSP chart to help you coordinate colors.
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Stamps: All in the Family (113488), Loads of Love Accessories (115024) Paper: Kraft (102125), So Saffron (105118), Whisper White (100730), Old Olive (100702), Tall Tales DSP (115678) Ink: Chocolate Chip Pad (100908), Chocolate Chip Stampin' Write Marker (100071) Accessories: Chocolate Chip Corduroy Buttons (114339) Tools: 1" circle punch (109046), 1 1/4" circle punch (104403) , Stampin' Dimensionals (104430)
What a great card! Love the colors, paper, sentiment, and style! Great job!
Posted by: Gina Shaw | July 10, 2009 at 06:37 AM
Mary's gonna love it! Love your style. Hugs...
Posted by: Carla Bazhenow | July 10, 2009 at 08:01 AM
How cute! You really DID want this set! I am so glad you got it!
Posted by: Melissa Young | July 10, 2009 at 08:18 AM
This is too adorable! Great job, Kris! But, you always do a great job. I love your style!
Posted by: Ann Schach | July 10, 2009 at 09:17 AM
What an adorable idea! Great card Kris - glad you are enjoying your new set :)
Posted by: Kim | July 10, 2009 at 09:29 AM
Kris, this is an adorable card and Mary is going to love it! This set didn't spend much time on your shelf collecting dust - it might be an older set, but it's a keeper.
Posted by: Liz Hughes | July 10, 2009 at 10:23 AM
How clever, Kris! This card is perfect for your Aunt Mary and family!
Posted by: kathy amstutz | July 10, 2009 at 10:35 AM
Very cute! Hope their move is going well...
Posted by: Michelle Tech | July 10, 2009 at 10:45 AM
I didn't know you were Mary's niece! Great card. I love what you did with this stamp set and the challenge!
Posted by: Martha Stewart | July 11, 2009 at 11:58 AM
Love how you personalized the card - it is very cute!
Posted by: Linda Callahan | July 11, 2009 at 03:54 PM