Hi there, crafty friends. Today’s blog post is part of the Simon Says Stamp’s Blossoms and Butterflies release Blog Hop celebrating THIS release. I have two cards to share today that both incorporate using acetate…
For the first card…
I stamped, colored, and cut out the images from THIS stamp set. I also cut THESE coordinating dies from THIS fun foam to place behind the images for dimension as well as white card stock to adhere behind the images to hide the adhesive through the acetate window.
I stamped a gray piece of card stock with THIS background stamp using THIS ink for a tone on tone look. I stamped a coordinating sentiment from the stamp set. I temporarily adhered it to a white note card and cut a two inch section from the center of the card. I removed the gray stamped pieces from the note card pieces and sandwiched a piece of acetate between them. This way it hides all of the adhesive. I adhered the stamped pieces on top of the window and adhered the extra card stock pieces to the back of the images inside the window to hide the adhesive. I adhered small black strips on the top and the bottom of the window for a finished look. I added THIS and THIS to some of the make up for some shine and added a piece of THIS patterned paper to the inside of the card to peek through the window.
For the second card, I started with one of THESE acetate cards and stamped THIS new background using THIS white Stazon ink.
I die-cut THIS word die from a strip of black card stock and a piece of THIS patterned paper. After adhering all of the layers in place, I covered the entire piece with THIS and heat embossed it with THIS clear embossing powder to give it some shine. To hide the adhesive on the back of the strip, I added the same size strip of card stock on the other side of the panel.
For the inside of the card, I added a strip of that same patterned paper for a place to write a message to the recipient…
To hide the adhesive from the rainbow strip, I added another strip to the very back. It’s a perfect spot for your “handmade by” signature…
I chose to use a strip of card stock throughout the design, but you could use any die-cut shape.
The biggest tip I have when working with acetate is to cut several of the shape to hid the adhesive and to use a permanent ink (like StazOn) when stamping.
I hope this inspires you to incorporate acetate on your next project.
BLOG HOP
There is lots more inspiration to see. Click HERE for the next stop on the hop and visit the talented, Amy Rysavy. Click HERE to start at the beginning of the hop.
Here’s the complete blog hop list…
Looking for even more inspiration? Click HERE to see another project I created using this new release.
GIVEAWAY
Simon is so generous and giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop so be sure to leave comments along the way for your chance to win. Simon Says Stamp will announce winners on their blog on Wednesday. I would love to hear which is your favorite card I’ve shared today. Good luck!
Also, I have a special code for you…
Use code BLSM999 with your order to receive a Free Unicorn Dust Glitter. Valid until 4/14 at 11:59 ET or while supplies last.
You can see the entire release HERE. I’ve also linked it below as well as supplies used on today’s cards.
Thanks so much for visiting today.
LINKS TO BUTTERFLIES AND BLOSSOMS RELEASE:
LINKS TO SUPPLIES USED ON TODAY’S CARDS:
April 14, 2019
Really neat card designs. Love your use of acetate. Thanks for sharing!
April 14, 2019
I am in love with these cards, Heather. I am so in awe of these chic and elegant acetate cards. Very amazing techniques and very very pretty and colorful cards.
April 14, 2019
Beautiful cards! Love the fun make up set and the beautiful butterflies!
April 13, 2019
These are lovely. I’ve never tried this type of card but I think it has an elegance about it. Nicely done.
April 13, 2019
Absolutely love your hello gorgeous card. So beautifully done! Lovely job! Great use of the SSS products. Thanks for sharing your creativity!
April 13, 2019
Cool technique. Love the look.
April 13, 2019
I absolutely love the cards! The use of acetate is incredible. This release is so wonderful.
April 13, 2019
I absolutely love the rainbow colors in the acetate card!
April 13, 2019
The acetate card is so striking! I always forget how pretty they are until I see another one.
April 13, 2019
What fun and fabulous cards. Love the colors you used and the acetate. A great way to get an eye catching card!
April 13, 2019
I have never worked with acetate, but will in the future. Love the designs you created with these beautiful cards and picked up some tips. Thank you.
April 13, 2019
These are WOW cards Heather. I subscribed to your blog…I really enjoyed your work. Thank you so much for sharing these beautiful cards. Have an awesome weekend. Hugs!
April 13, 2019
Love these unique cards. Beautiful and fun!
April 13, 2019
Wow, Heather, that butterfly card is FABULOUS! AWESOME! You rock!
April 13, 2019
These cards are A-MA-ZING!! They really catch your eye with their unique look and the use of bold color choices.