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. Linda
    January 17, 2021

    Cute ideas!

    Reply
  2. Sharon Gullikson
    January 17, 2021

    The colors you used together look just wonderful. Some are unexpected, which I love, too!

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  3. Roxanne Renicker
    January 17, 2021

    I love the silhouette on colored background. The bonus St Past tags and valentine candy bag toppers are great

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  4. Glendalys Salgado
    January 17, 2021

    Funn treat bags. I am considering getting the XOXO stamp and may use a similar approach for my daughter’s return to school. Thank you for the inspiration!

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  5. Jean B
    January 17, 2021

    I really like this simple background technique to show the great floral designs.

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  6. Lindar C
    January 17, 2021

    Lovely cards and adorable tags. Did you use tape on the edges or a masking stencil?

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  7. Giselaine Ellison
    January 17, 2021

    Loved all of your creations, Heather. Great idea for card sets. Thank you for sharing. Awesome SSS release.

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  8. Laraine
    January 17, 2021

    Beautiful! Love all the ink blending!!

    Reply
  9. Cyndi Morris
    January 17, 2021

    Wonderful projects. Those cards are amazing — the backgrounds are gorgeous.

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  10. Maureen Reiss
    January 17, 2021

    So many Fabulous projects!! Love them all!!!!

    Reply
  11. Mary Holshouser
    January 17, 2021

    Fantastic shading behind the stamped flowers.
    The leprechaun is darling – won’t be long before
    it’s March. thanks for sharing
    txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  12. Yvonne Boucher
    January 17, 2021

    Beautiful backgrounds. Your cards are great!

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  13. Jeannie Boudet
    January 17, 2021

    What great ideas, love your cards. Loving this release!

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  14. Jeanne Beam
    January 17, 2021

    Gorgeous cards! Love the background colors…
    Thanks for sharing.

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  15. Denise Koto
    January 17, 2021

    love all the ideas 🙂

    Reply

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