Dot & Whimsy : January 2015

Cards With "I Am"

Hello! Today I'm up at the

SIMPLE STORIES BLOG

with a set of cards using the beautiful new "I Am" Collection.

The collection is filled with all sorts of sweet sentiments that are perfect

for cards, or if you prefer, use the pretty papers and embellishments to

create an assortment of plain note cards!

For the first card I used a 3" and 4" circle die to cut the 6X6 patterned papers.

The circles were layered together with foam adhesive and black pom pom trim was

adhered to the back of the larger circle and then attached to the card front.

The typewriter sticker was embellished with one of the cute clips, a label sticker and

butterfly sticker. And I love that the new adhesive brads! A small strip of washi tape

was applied to a scrap piece of paper and then added to the bottom.

The focus of this next card was the adorable chipboard frame!

The inset of the frame was filled with one of the smaller journal cards and then layered

onto a black mat.

In keeping with the floral pattern on the frame, matching patterned paper

(for the card base) and stickers were used. The gold foil chipboard pieces add

just the right amount of glitz and shine.

I Am Product:

4502 Fundamentals Stickers

4522 6x6 Paper Pad

4527 Bradz

4528 6x12 Chipboard

4531 Enamel Dots

4529 Bits and Pieces

4535 Washi Paper Tape

4536 Clips

4538 Chipboard Frames

See more ideas at Simple Stories www.simplestories.com

Altered Art Basic Grey Wall Hanging

Picture Perfect Platter

Monday Greetings!

I am sharing an altered platter today at

BASIC GREY

blog.basicgrey.com

Flea market finds such as old platters, plates or saucers can easily be transformed

into a delightful altered keepsake. I have taken an oval platter and dressed up the center

of it with a paper-quilted collage that starts with a chipboard cut-out and strips of

patterned papers from the J’Adore Collection.

First, I traced the inner part of the platter and then cut the shape out from a medium

weight chipboard. Next, 1″ strips of paper were cut and placed across the

chipboard at a diagonal.

The paper’s overhang was trimmed off and then machine-stitches were made

between each strip. A pom pom trim was adding around the back edge of the chipboard

and the piece was adhered to the center of the platter with a high-tack adhesive glue.

Die-cuts from Spellbinders were used in creating the lacy heart embellishments.

The platter can be hung from a plate hanger or displayed on an easel.

J’Adore Product:
JAD-4780 Cuddle

JAD-4781 Love

JAD-4789 6×6 Paper Pad

JAD-4793 Die cuts & Transparencies

JAD-4795 Mixed Brads

JAD-4797 Mixed Hearts

Thanks for stopping by!

bella blvd Cards CHA Winter 2015 Color Chaos Collection

Color Chaos

It's time for a bit of "unlimited inspiration" from

BELLA BLVD

this week! Today the new "Color Chaos" collection projects are being shared.

Check out the blog to see even more ideas :)

www.bellablvd.typepad.com

I have three cards that were designed for the booth at CHA:

“Count Your Blessings” card

By placing two of the diagonal striped patterns going in the opposite direction, an

eye-catching herringbone pattern is created. The journal card is so beautifully done

in color and fonts, so only a couple of embellishments were needed to complete the card.

A small section of the scalloped border sticker was added with foam adhesive.

Supplies: Color Chaos: Gulf Strandz, Peep Strandz, Orange Strandz, Just Write

Journaling, Trinkets, Treasures & Text; Simply Spring: Chipboard Icons; Enamel Dots: Ice

“Best Version of You” card

Use simple-shaped die-cuts to give a different look to journal cards. Here, I die-cut

a mat from a Clear Cut sheet and then layered it on top patterned paper, which was

cut the same size. The red enamel heart gave a pop of color to the journal card and

the bottom was softened with the addition of a Bella Bow.

Supplies: Color Chaos: Oreo Black Strandz, Gulf Strandz, Daily Details, Words of

Wisdom, Trinkets; Clear Cut: Ice Confetti; Enamel DooDads: McIntosh; Bella Bows: Ice

"Celebrate Today" card

Cut a mat to be the same height as the 3X4 journal card; center the journal card horizontally

and then flank each side with pieces of the scalloped border sticker. Adding enamel dots

to the centers of the scallops gives extra dimension and also draws attention to the

outline of the shape. Embellish with a cute chipboard shape and the card is complete!

Supplies: Color Chaos: McIntosh Strandz, Ice Strandz, Words of Wisdom,

Treasures & Text; Ciao Chipboard: Flowers & Clouds; Enamel Dots: Bell Pepper

It was such fun and a pleasure to once again meet up with the Bella Blvd

team at the show! The booth looked absolutely adorable and the contributing

designers' projects were seriously amazing! Stay tuned for more new

projects in the coming weeks.

Have a great weekend!

bella blvd CHA Winter 2015

Bella Blvd New Releases

Happy Wednesday!

I have a few days' worth of Bella Blvd Winter Releases to share.

Don't forget to visit the blog and leave a comment so that you're eligible

for the Win-It-Before-You-Can-Buy-It Giveaway :)

www.bellablvd.typepad.com

It's time to make the grade! Capture your brainiac's school days with Star Student,

inspired by pop culture's love for geek chic glasses, sketchy notes and world maps.

Whether she is super smart or voted most artistic, she is going to have a fantastic future.

I love maps, globes and anything in between, so I was especially drawn to this paper...

Introducing Clear Cuts, a clearly cute series of embellishment papers. Clear Cuts

are 12x12" transparency overlays available in our signature Bella Blvd color line with whimsical designs. Clear Cuts are perfect for mixed media projects, banners, scrapbooking

layouts & mini albums too!

Many Wonderful memories are made each year at the lake, at the campground and

under the stars. Discover the great outdoors, make a delicious s'more and catch a big fish

this summer. Get a little dirty with Campout from Bella Blvd.

There is so much to love about this adorable collection, but the chipboard is my fave!

Bella Blvd's signature color palette comes to life in this refreshing collection.

It's colorfully chaotic with a splash of rich black, and effortlessly mixes & matches with

Bella Blvd's array of products. The monocramatic Strandz patterns have versitle backsides,

and the new specialty papers, Confetti Clear-Cuts and sheer plastic Invisibles, are

innovative and fun! Color your world today with Color Chaos by Bella Blvd.

One of my favorite pieces from the collection are the monthly journal cards:

And a sneak at one of the cards that I made with the collection:

There will be more reveals through January 9th, so stay tuned!

Again, visit the Bella Blvd Blog daily for your chance to Win-It!

www.bellablvd.typepad.com

Design Team Annoucement Echo Park

2015 With Echo Park Paper

I've always been a huge, huge fan of

ECHO PARK PAPER

so it is with sheer delight that I can announce this:

We'll be sharing some of our "about us" and projects over the next month :)
www.echoparkpaper.com

http://www.echoparkpaperblog.com/

I'm off to the CHA Winter Show in Anaheim, California on Thursday morning

bright and early! If you're going, I hope that I get to see you!

Kit Reveal Scraptastic Club

Scraptastic January Kits

The January 2015 kits from

SCRAPTASTIC CLUB

are now available!

www.scraptasticclub.com

THIS LIFE NOTED KIT:

SOLD OUT
This is going to be the best way to start your year. It's pretty, it feels fresh and new.

Perfect for a brand new start. (Don't want to miss February's This Life Noted kit?

I know you don't. Subscribe now!)

SWEATER WEATHER KIT

Here's your first look at our exclusive papers. There are two lovely papers designed

by the talented Kaitlin Sheaffer here -- and they go perfectly with the rest of the items

in our kit. Cuddle up in front of that roaring fire and let this kit take care of the rest.

SWEATER WEATHER ADD ON KIT

Even if it's not sweater weather where you are, there is something here for you.

Lovely woodgrain, beautiful plaid and kraft tags. This is sure to highlight your photos

and make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

SWEATER WEATHER STAMP SET

SOLD OUT

I'm sorry to even have to tell you that it's sold out, because it's just so cute.

THIS MUST BE THE PLACE KIT

It's possible you live down under. It's possible you have enough snow themed products

to build an igloo. No matter! This kit is perfect for pretty much anyone. There are

moments to be treasured and this kit can help you preserve those memories.

(And the exclusive papers are as wonderful as you would think they'd be.)

THIS MUST BE THE PLACE ADD-ON KIT

I want to know, what is your favorite part in this add-on? Is it the exclusive paper?

The ephemera? Maybe it's the cork stickers. No matter, you don't have to pick a favorite -- you can have all of the awesomeness in this add on. Exclusive papers included.

THIS MUST BE THE PLACE STAMP SET