Love You and Love You, Too Blog Hop

Hello, crafty friends. I’m so excited to be part of THIS blog hop celebrating THIS new release as well as THIS previous release.

I’m sharing a card set featuring an easy way to add color to flower images…

I started by ink blending through one of THESE stencil masks to create a rectangle of color. I used three different shades of Distress ink on each panel. I sprayed a few water drops on top to create some interest and texture. After it was completely dry, I stamped the images from THIS new stamp set on top with THIS ink. I added some clear embossing powder on top with some heat for some extra shine. Since these are simple, one layer cards, the heat embossing makes a big difference and makes them pop. I did the same process for the sentiment from THIS stamp set.

Here’s a closer look at each card as well as what Distress Oxide Ink combo I used…

Distress Oxide Ink Combo starting from top: Worn Lipstick, Picked Raspberry, Festive Berries

Distress Oxide Ink Combo starting from top: Abandoned Coral, Candied Apple, Carved Pumpkin

Distress Oxide Ink Combo starting from top: Squeezed Lemonade, Twisted Citron, Peacock Feathers

Distress Oxide Ink Combo starting from top: Lucky Clover, Mermaid Lagoon, Blueprint Sketch

Another thing to note…the 6×8 stamp set I used included four floral images. I encourage you to look through your stamp sets and find ones that have multiple images that are different but similar in style. They make great card sets!

BLOG HOP
There is much more inspiration to see. Click HERE for the next stop on the hop. Click HERE to start at the beginning of the hop.

Here’s the complete hop list…

Simon Says Stamp Blog

Jennifer McGuire

Cathy Zielske

Nina-Marie Trapani

Nichol Spohr

Caly Person

Yana Smakula

Suzy Plantamura

Amy Rysavy

Lisa Addesa

Heather Ruwe

Sidnie Des Jardins

Cheiron Brandon

Barb Engler

Lea Lawson

Jo Nevill

Looking for even more inspiration using this release? I shared a project HERE

and HERE

I also have a few more projects that I will share soon. Until then, here are some sneak peeks…

This first card features THIS new stamp set along with THIS stencil…

This card features THIS die along with THESE printed sentiment strips…

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. Good luck!

Wait, there’s more…

Use the code HUGS4U2 to receive a FREE Faraway Hugs 6×8 stamp set with purchases of $100 or more. Valid while supplies last or until 1/18 at 11:59 EST.

I’ve linked to the entire Love You, Too Release below as well as supplies used on today’s cards.

Thank you so much for stopping by. As always, I appreciate your support so very much.

LINKS TO ENTIRE LOVE YOU, TOO RELEASE:

LINKS TO SUPPLIES USED:

112 Comments

  1. Kristen Snoozy
    January 16, 2021

    All of your projects are great, but I really love what you did with the Boho Circle die. Amazing!

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  2. Marisela Delgado
    January 16, 2021

    What beautiful cards!

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  3. Pam Schexnayder
    January 16, 2021

    Love how that black pops on those cards.

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  4. Lauryne Cunningham
    January 16, 2021

    Wow! Fabulous projects! I love the St Paddy’s Day tags!

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  5. Tina Voss
    January 16, 2021

    Your card set is beautiful, I love the idea of similar cards and definitely will checking my stash to try and do something like that. I am amazed at all the different projects you made and really appreciate the teacher one 🙂

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  6. Betsy Green
    January 16, 2021

    Great card set! Thanks for sharing your tips.

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  7. Lindarub
    January 16, 2021

    Beautiful cards!

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  8. berryblue
    January 16, 2021

    Oh my word! These floral cards are AMAZING! I love every last thing about them! I am so inspired! (Also, those candy bag toppers with the XOXO background stamp are genius! I’m head of the special ed department…13 staff members…at the middle school where I teach, and I’m going to make gift bags filled with treats for my peeps! Gotta get that stamp ASAP!)

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  9. Melissa SunshineHoneyBee
    January 16, 2021

    Wonderful variety of creations with ink blending & more for eye catching artwork.
    Melissa
    “Sunshine HoneyBee”

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  10. Lori Spitzer
    January 16, 2021

    Hi, Heather – Love your ink blending!! What gorgeous cards you have shared!! Wishing you health and happiness in 2021.
    Lori S in PA

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  11. Emma Sleppy
    January 16, 2021

    Wow! Love how you did the backgrounds and then a simple Black stamp. GReat cards and would make a perfect set to give away!

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  12. Karen Walker
    January 16, 2021

    I was already in love with those florals, but I’m now convinced they’re a must-have. Love them in black on the ink blended backgrounds! Also love those treat bags!

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  13. Jenny Cebollero
    January 16, 2021

    Simple yet elegant cards. Very nice!

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  14. Gayle Chrvala
    January 16, 2021

    Amazing backgrounds, treat bags and your leprechaun is so much fun.

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  15. LoraLea
    January 16, 2021

    All gorgeous cards Heather. I can’t decide which i like best! Thank you, these will brighten anyone’s day!

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