Swallowtail - the same but different!

We are having our annual Christmas in August (or July) event today and we have almost 50 of you wonderful ladies stamping holiday projects!  I'll be sharing photos next week, but today I wanted to share a couple projects made by some of our Crew Demonstrators.  Their challenge was to make a card with a fun edge or different shape. They both came up with the same idea using the same stamp set, but with completely different looks.  I also love that these are both single layer cards!

The first card is from one of our newest Crew Demonstrators, Jamie King.  Jamie used the Swallowtail and Papillon Potpourri stamp sets to create this bright and clean card.

I love the single Watermelon Wonder color and it's hard to tell in the photo, but the small butterflies are stamped with another stamped and punched layer on top for some added dimension.  The sequins add just the right amount of bling. 

Supplies used:
Swallowtail, Papillon Potpourri, and Sassy Salutations stamp sets
Whisper White card stock
Watermelon Wonder ink
Bitty Butterfly Punch and Brights Sequins

The second card is from Crew Demonstrator Laura Diamond (featured in yesterday's post).  Laura had the same idea with the Swallowtail stamp, but went for a vintage look.

Laura started out with a Crumb Cake card stock base and then used the Awesomely Artistic stamp set to create a great background.  The added raised words with Linen Thread add just the right amount of embellishment.  Did you notice the fun punched corners?  That's made using the new Curvy Corner Trio Punch from the Holiday Mini Catalog.  

Supplies used:
Swallowtail and Awesomely Artistic stamp sets
Crumb Cake card stock
Rich Razzleberry, Crumb Cake, Always Artichoke ink
Linen Thread, Curvy Corner Trio Punch

Swallowtail Clear-Mount Background Stamp Set 129216 Price: $15.00 Butterflies are amazingly intricate and delicate--you can't help but be mesmerized by their beauty. The large size (5-1/2" x 4-3/8") is ideal for backgrounds, or you can stamp it, then cut out an accent from the stamped image. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 1 rubber stamp Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): f

Bitty Butterfly Punch 129406 Price: $16.00 Crafting without punches? Inconceivable! Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. And there's no better way to cut out stamped images—many of our stamp sets have coordinating punches. Our punches are high quality, affordable, and easy to use. * Sleek body style * Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage * Locks to store * Slim and stackable

Papillon Potpourri Clear-Mount Stamp Set 123759 Price: $15.00 Look at these beautiful butterflies! These images are gorgeous on their own and even more fun when you layer them. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 7 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b

Awesomely Artistic Clear-Mount Stamp Set 139950 Price: $20.00 Let your awesomely artistic side shine with projects you make with this stamp set. With an eclectic mix of realistic images and textured graphics, this set is perfect for helping you express your creativity. Our clear-mount stamps are made of the same high-quality red rubber as our wood-mount stamps, but they're repositionable. They're precut and ready to go. Temporarily mount these stamps on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for space-saving storage. You'll only need one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately). Our premium red rubber will last for years and give a superior stamped impression each time. The stamps come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference. Quantity: 9 rubber stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, e, g

Swallowtail and a new video!

It's an overcast and chilly day today in NE Arkansas.  I have another workshop tonight, so I've finished cutting, setting up and cleaning.  I'm waiting on someone to come pick up our old mattress set after John gets home and helps me haul it downstairs.  Our new one came in last week and although I love it, it's a little firm.  Does anyone have a good suggestion for a topper?  I've been researching this morning and am thinking about a wool one.  If you have a suggestion - email me!

We have lots of great new kits in the Occasions Mini Catalog.  I've already shared a video on the Perpetual Birthday Calendar Kit, so I thought today I would share a video on the Build a Bouquet Project Kit.  I love these gorgeous flowers.  Not only do they look great in a bouquet, but they're perfect for cards, box and bag toppers, tags, pins/boutonnieres and more!  Remember that you can't watch the video in the email.  You need to click on the blog title to watch.  Enjoy!

Today's sample is from CrEW Stamper Janet Hathcoat.  Janet made her own ink pad with a baby wipe dotted with several ink refill colors.  We made wreath cards using this technique in the fall, but it also looks fabulous on this butterfly.

Aren't the colors fabulous?!

Here's a little closer look.

Supplies used:

Swallowtail and Six-Sided Sampler (words) stamp sets

Daffodil Delight, Very Vanilla and Pacific Point card stock

Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Rich Razzleberry, Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Melon Mambo ink refills
Oval Punch and Scallop Oval Punch

Swallowtail Clear Stamp Set 129216 Price: $13.95 Butterflies are such an amazing specimen. They're so intricate and delicate that you can't help but be mesmerized by their beauty. This clear mount background stamp will have you recreating the intricacies of the swallowtail every time you use it. Set Quantity: 1. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Six-Sided Sampler Clear Stamp Set 130956 Price: $18.95 Hello hexies! Eight fabulous designs and three greetings will help you make a patchwork of beautiful hexagons in quilt-like fashion. The clear-mount images coordinate with the Hexagon Punch for perfect piecing. Set Quantity: 11. First appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

Here's a little sneak peek at one of our workshop projects this month:

This card was using the new framelits dies from the Spring Mini - love it!  

Butterflies were apparently a big ticket item with the Regional swaps.  Probably 1/3 of the swaps I received had butterflies of some sort.  Here are a couple of my favorites that used the Swallowtail stamp set.  I hope they keep this in the new catalog.

This card was made by May Cloncs and she had cased a card from Mary Brown (she's fabulous!).  I love the monochromatic color scheme. 

This card was designed by Jeni Northcutt.  I like the En Francais background stamp with the butterfly.  

Swallowtail Clear-Mount Stamp 129216 Price: $13.95 This gorgeous, plus-size butterfly will provide a breathtaking focal point for scrapbook pages and oversized cards. Or sprinkle it with adhesive and Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter, then turn it into a one-of-a-kind tag for an extra-special gift. Set Quantity: 1

Today's post features a tempting color challenge.  Here is the photo:

And, here's the card:

I matched up the strips of colors, then added the new Swallowtail stamp.

A little Dazzling Diamonds and a couple Rhinestones on the antennae add a little bling.

Supplies used:
Swallowtail #129216 and Petite Pairs #122497 stamp sets
Whisper White, Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Melon Mambo, Raspberry Ripple, Chocolate Chip, & Certainly Celery Card Stock
Black StazOn ink, Melon Mambo, Daffodil Delight, Raspberry Ripple and Certainly Celery Markers
2-Way Glue Pen, Dazzling Diamonds, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Large Oval punch

Swallowtail Clear-Mount Stamp 129216 Price: $13.95 This gorgeous, plus-size butterfly will provide a breathtaking focal point for scrapbook pages and oversized cards. Or sprinkle it with adhesive and Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter, then turn it into a one-of-a-kind tag for an extra-special gift. Set Quantity: 1

2-Way Glue Pen 100425 Price: $4.50 2-Way Glue is versatile and provides a permanent or temporary bond. It's perfect for masking or working with stencils! The chisel tip makes it easy to get just the right amount of glue for adding glitter. Let the glue dry after you’ve applied it (it will become clear), and it will work just like a sticky note.

Today is the last day to register for the Stamporee on January 26th.  16 different cards, lots of great food, door prizes, swap, stamps for sale, and more.  You don't want to miss out.  Click on my events for more information.

Here are just a few of the cards you'll be making at the Stamporee.  All 16 cards will feature different stamp sets and themes, along with some items from the Catalog, Spring mini catalog and Sale-a-bration catalog.

Graduation money holder card (your choice of year)

Teen girl b-day card.

Anniversary Card

Younger boy b-day card

Just one more week to take advantage of our 2 Valentines promotions.