CASE IT Wednesday - Above The Clouds

Hello there friends!  How is your mid week so far?

It's time for CASE-IT Wednesday and I have a super cute little project for you today!

This one comes from page 89 of the new annual catalog. Do you have one yet?  Oh my goodness! I am head over heels in love with this catalog!!  It's easily the BEST ONE YET!! Seriously, if you don't have a demo and don't have this new catalog yet, let me know and I'll get one out to you!

Ok, today's project:  LOVE IT!

Now, disclaimer up front: This card is NOT a typical sized card.  I'm not sure if I have my dimensions totally the same as the catalog, but from the looks of it I'm pretty close if not.  Mine measures out at 3 1/2" square.

So I started with a piece of Crumb Cake Cardstock measuring 3 1/2" x 7" and scored at 3 1/2".  This is the card base.

I also cut another layer of Crumb Cake at 3 1/4" x 3 1/4" square.

I used a piece of Whisper White to cut the stitched circle (the 2nd largest one) and to stamp & cut the Hot Air Balloon as well as the clouds.

Since these are photopolymer AND distinktive stamps, it's really important to use a piercing mat under your paper when you're stamping.  This will give you the best clean image.

As you can see in the top balloon image, the stamp is meant to have a little highlight and shading. So don't worry if you've got some "patching" of color.  However, if it's not a soft transition or really splotchy, you may not have a clean image.  You really want to use the piercing mat or some other type of "cushion" like a stack of magazines or something.  Firm with a little give, if you know what I mean.

Ok, so the Above the Clouds stamps are ALSO two step stampin' stamps. We get all kinds of techniques out of this one set! ha!!

I stamped the hot air balloon background and outline in Pumpkin Pie ink and stamped the outline on pumpkin pie cardstock.

Then I used the coordinating punch to cut them out.

To get the sentiment placement right on the card, I laid the White circle on the Crumb Cake layer and stamped around it.  I used the "HI, FRIEND" stamp from the set and applied it with a slight curve onto the block, before I started stamping.  That's a great "TIP" for ya. :-) It makes an incredible statement!

Then, I stamped the clouds on a scrap of the Whisper White Cardstock and also across the top of the die cut circle to make a background for our balloon.  I had to fussy cut the clouds from the scrap, but they're really simple to do.

I stamped the balloon's basket in Crumb Cake ink on Crumb Cake paper and used the punch to cut it out.

I did a bit of cutting on the Pumpkin Pie Cardstock, so I could make the layers on my balloon.

Don't throw that middle piece away though, because you can use it on another balloon. :-)

To assemble my center piece, I used dimensionals on the balloon itself.  I glued one of the clouds off the edge of the circle and glued the other two directly onto the balloon.  The little bits of bling are made from using a few of our little iridescent sequins. These things are SUPER CUTE and really finish the piece off nicely!

All that's left to do is assembly.  I glued the Crumb Cake layer directly to the card base, and applied the white circle centerpiece with dimensionals.  I also added a mini dimensional to the basket and applied it at the base of the white circle.  And Viola!! You're done!

The card is super cute and would make an ADORABLE gift tag!!

I hope you enjoyed today's Case-It Project! Remember, those samples are in the catalog for you to use as well! So feel free to CASE the catalog for your next card or project!

Have a super fabulous day everyone!!!

Until next time,
Happy Crafting!

Product List

Above The Clouds Bundle [151135]	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372]	Crumb Cake 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [120953]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]
Pumpkin Pie 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105117]	Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin' Pad [147086]	Crumb Cake Classic Stampin' Pad [147116]	Pool Party Classic Stampin' Pad [147107]
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals [144108]	Iridescent Sequin Assortment [144212]

CASE IT WEDNESDAY - Follow Your Dreams

Hello everyone!!  It's time for CASE IT Wednesday!  Today's project is focused on the "Follow Your Dreams" stamp and die bundle.  This set is absolutely gorgeous and can be used is so many different ways!

Dreamcatchers are HUGE right now, and Stampin' Up! is so very good about knowing what's trending.  From the "IN" colors to fabulous stamp sets and glorious designer series papers, Stampin' Up! is on top of the current style!

The Follow Your Dreams bundle is just gorgeous!  The font on the word "DREAM" is beautiful, the feathers are fantastic, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE the detail of that mandala!!

As you can see, there are plenty of options available for this bundle.  In fact, I created another card a while back, using this bundle and a more monochromatic style. I used only Very Vanilla and our Copper Foil Sheets.  It was a stunning card!

On that card, I used the dreamcatcher die and put the die cut up on dimensionals for it to pop off the card.  Then I cut the mandala out of the copper strip and also cut another one out of a separate piece and layered them over top each other to give the look of more strings in the middle.

For today, however, we're casing the catalog and they used a LOT of color!  It's beautiful! I cut each of the feathers out of a different color of cardstock and then used their coordinating markers to draw the vein lines.  You could also use a blender pen and ink pads (as shown below).

The colors used today were:
Mint Macaron
Whisper White
Tranquil Tide
Fresh Fig
So Saffron
Calypso Coral
Petal Pink

If you look closely at the card, you'll see a textured layer of cardstock.  That layer measures 5 3/8 x 4 1/8".  I ran that layer through the big shot with the Subtle texture embossing folder. When plain isn't enough, but you don't want too much "in your face" texture, the Subtle folder comes to the rescue! It's amazing how much difference it makes.  It's my go-to in situations like that!

The next layer measures 4 7/8 x 3 5/8".  I cut the mandala shape into this layer but didn't use the circle die, so it would stay inlayed into the cardstock.  I also popped this entire layer up with dimensionals.

When cutting the mandala, you'll need to use the circle die with it, to get it to remove completely from the paper.  The middle "strings" are made to stay with the cardstock (as seen in the top Mint Macaron layer).  Using the circle die completes the cut and removes the whole piece.

Once I had all my pieces cut and ready, I assembled the card.

To get fine detailed pieces glued, I find the easiest way is with a silicone mat and liquid glue.  Just a tiny dab of glue sponged on keeps the mess at bay and gives a good even coverage of glue to the piece.

To get the "FOLLOW YOUR" by itself, I used the Calypso Coral marker to color just that part of the stamp.  Once you've colored it, "HUFF" some warm air on to the stamp to hydrate it.  This will give you a good strong image.

After I got the basic elements on the card, I came back with the small sun stamp and versamark and added just a few little images to enhance the look of the card.  Even though it's "clear", this step really does make all the difference in the card!

There you have it friends! I hope you enjoyed today's project. CASEing the catalog is a fantastic way of getting your creative juices flowing! AND you get a terrific card as well.  I highly encourage you to CASE the catalog often!

Thanks so much for stopping by today friends! I hope to see you again soon!

Until next time,
Happy Crafting!


By clicking on any of these images, you will be taken directly to that product in my web store so you can get your own.
Product List

Follow Your Dreams Clear-Mount Bundle [148370]	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337]	Tranquil Tide 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144246]	Calypso Coral 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122925]	So Saffron 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [105118]
Petal Pink 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146985]	Fresh Fig 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [144242]	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730]	Versamark Pad [102283]	Calypso Coral Classic Stampin' Pad [147101]
Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [143706]	Big Shot [143263]	Stampin' Dimensionals [104430]	Liquid Multipurpose Glue [110755]	Many Marvelous Markers [147154]
Silicone Craft Sheet [127853]	Blender Pens [102845]