Fun Painting With Watercolors Today

Painting doesn't come second nature to me, so I am learning along the way.   Today I just wanted to do something a bit free form and fun to create.   One of the members (Kaitlyn Ahalt) of Let's Make Art - Watercolor group on Facebook shared a sketch of a VW Bug.   I traced the design onto watercolor paper, then painted it with Grumbacher Academy Watercolor tube style paints.   Then I fussy cut the car out when it was dry.    I created a multi-color background with the same paints.   Wanted to give the card a 70s look.

The car was attached with foam squares so it sits above the base.   Gives it a more dimensional look this way.  

It has been interesting working with the different types of watercolors.   I have a set of half pans (solids), a few liquid, and a few tubes.   The tubes give the greatest depth of color.   Each type gives a different look to the finished product.   The Grumbacher paints didn't seem to fade as it dried, and I had a bit more control with it when applying to my design.

Not sure how far I will pursue my painting, but it is fun to learn new things for my card making.

Thank you for visiting my blog today.
Mary

Happy Birthday and Thinking of You Cards

Here are three cards I made this last week.   Each uses a different technique, but all were easy to create.

 The first card was made using an embossing folder and a stamp set that were included in the Tonic Cardmaking Magazine.   The magazine is now sold out.  I covered the embossed image with:
Nuvo Embellishment Mousse - Pure Platinum (color) - Nuvo.   The stained glass stamped image was colored in with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens

 I stamped random flower pots to create this background.   This did a stripe of copper/bronze to accent each one.   The card base also had bronze silks to tie in the colors.   Hello is a die from FSJ.

The last card is layers of matching pink card stock and ribbon.    I used my Altenew Watercolor Half Pans to color the flowers and leaves.   Then covered the flower and leaves with FSJ Journey Glaze to give it shine.   Stamp set is from FSJ also.

Thank you for visiting my blog today.
Mary

Harmony Stamp Set by Penny Black Used For This Card.

I know it may not seem like Spring where you currently live, but I am sure it is just around the corner.   Here in Arizona, it definitely has arrived.  This card should bring some Springtime happiness to the person who receives it.   The stamp image is from Penny Black and is called Harmony.  The wood chip embellishments/bird cages I believe are from Bo Bunny.   I covered them with a set of Crafter's Companion Metallic Markers.

Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set used for flowers.

Crafter's Companion Metallic Markers used for the bird cages/birds.

 Penny Black Stamp Set - Harmony

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

Mary

A Magical Birthday Card Using "Wiz" Stamp Set By Penny Black

When you are awake in the middle of the night, inspiration can strike.   That's what happened to me at 1 am last night.   I knew I wanted to work with my Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set and the other Penny Black wizard stamp set.   Since we didn't have plans for today, I went ahead and started creating.   Three hours later I had my card finished.   It was so enjoyable to take my time, watercolor, and not have any distractions.

 Altenew Watercolor Half Pan Set

Penny Black Stamp Set - Wiz

 

Penny Black Stamp Set
Wiz

Penny Black Stamp Set

A Wizard

 

Thank you for all of the birthday wishes, phone calls, texts, messages, and facebook posts yesterday for my birthday.   It was a great day made even more special by all of you.

 

Thank you for stopping by my blog today,

Mary

Teaspoon of Fun Special Offer When Buying Art Impressions Products

Teaspoon of Fun is offering a great deal (25% off) if you purchase Art Impressions products through them for the month of April.   Full details can be found on their blog.  CLICK HERE

Art Impressions has both rubber and clear stamps.   

I got my very first Art Impressions Stamp Set recently called Spare Me.   I thought it was unique and couldn't wait to make a card with it.

 Art Impressions Spare Me

Colored with Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens

Spare Me Stamp Set

What a fun stamp set.   So useful for so many occasions.  

This stamp set is a clear stamp set.   It doesn't say photopolymer anywhere on the labeling.  It states "clear".   There was no odor to this stamp set, and I did get a crisp image when stamping.  I definitely will be buying more of the Art Impressions products.   Hope to take advantage of the Teaspoon of Fun sale this month.   Full details:  CLICK HERE

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

Mary

A Bouquet of Flowers Perfect for Any Occasion

I am keeping busy doing watercoloring with the Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens.   I found a Daisies Stamp from Deep Red that worked perfect to create a card front.   This card would be perfect for any occasion:   Birthday, Mother's Day, Thinking of You, and so much more.

The images in the corners was stamped directly onto the card base.   The center grouping was stamped then fussy cut out.   I put FSJ Rainbow Drops in the center of each flower.   The center grouping is raised up using foam squares with thread positioned underneath.

Deep Red Brand Stamp Set

Daisies

(this is a red rubber stamp)

Purchased from Scrapbook.com  

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

Mary

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?

The last time we were at the post office, we picked up some sheets of Scooby-Doo forever postage stamps.   They are so cute with Scooby-Doo holding the watering can.   I realize too that there is a large image on the side of the sheet that I could recycle into a greeting card.  

If you want to see the full sheet of stamps, click here (USPS link).

I hand drew in some areas of grass using my Zig Clean Color Real Brush Pens.   Set the fence over the top of Scooby-Doo and the grass, then added in the die cut sentiments.

FSJ Fence Die Set DI-0485

Crafter's Companion Die-sire  Simple Sentiments

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.

Mary

Twist Panel Pop-up Card

One of my favorite designer is Karen Burniston.   She has such a wide variety of dies and unique styles for the cards they create.   I have two of her dies.   Today I wanted to showcase the 1009 - Twist Panel Pop-Up Card Die Set.   This is a photo of the die set.   Each of her dies have step by step videos on her website.

This card is a top fold card.   Card stock, printed paper, ink, and stamps are from FSJ.   Card base with top fold shown below.

This shows the insert and the twist panel as the card is being opened.

This is the twist panel (inside of the card) fully opened but not yet decorated.

FSJ Stamp Set is Dandelion Wishes SS-0497 from FSJ.    This is the card front.

This is the inside of the card with layers and stamped images.

This card is an A2 (4.25 x 5 1/2") but is a bit thicker so may require additional postage.   If a "belly band" is put over it, it would help keep it flatter for mailing.

The twist panel moves so smoothly.   I can't wait to make more.   Here's the direct link to the video tutorial for this specific die:   https://youtu.be/BuNlkY3x4t0

Thank you for stopping by my blog today.
Mary

Escape The Ordinary Stamp & Die Bundle Birthday Card - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Bright Days Embossing Folder EF-0034

Dog Days SS-0601  Set of 16 Stamps (sentiment used)

Escape the Ordinary Stamp Set SS-0610 Set of 16 stamps

Escape the Ordinary Die Set DI-0477 Set of 6 dies

BUNDLE AND SAVE

Escape the Ordinary Bundle BD-0399

Peaches And Cream Thread AC-0396

Peaches and Cream Card Stock CS-0144

Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040

Black Licorice Ink Pad IP-0041

Journey Glaze AD-0002
Journey Sparkle Cuts AC-0151

It is amazing the difference an embossing folder can make to the look of the card.  It can add dimension, texture, and design.   By brushing an ink pad over the top you can add color too.  For the card above, I used oranges/yellows from FSJ for the embossed design.   For the zebra, you could use any color you wanted too.  I used a few colors from the "The Good Life" Collection of colors to color my Whip Cream Card Stock.   Stamped the zebra with Black Licorice Ink Pad and then cut out with the zebra die (same for the umbrella).   The umbrella has Journey Glaze, Journey Sparkle Cuts, and a cute ribbon on it.

August/September 2018 Promotions

Click HERE if you would like to order one or both of the pieces. 

Click Here to view pdf of all the items on sale.

 Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Liquid Colors Used for the Watercolor Effect on This Card - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Branch & Cone Die Set DI-0470  Set of 4

Bunch of Hearts Die Set DI-0501 Set of 1

Fresh Sage Thread AC-0132

Buttercream Card Stock CS-0006

Color Splash Watercolor Sheets JM-0076 Pack of 20, 4 1/4 x 5 1/2 sheets

Liquid Colors:

Lovely Blue IP-0135

Rustic Rose IP-0157

Fresh Sage IP-0156

Our dies cut beautifully through the Color Splash Watercolor Sheets using my die cutting machine.  These were thin metal dies, so I wasn't sure if they would cut smoothly through the watercolor sheets.  Not an issue at all.   I had cut them out as a test, and then decided to watercolor them with our beautiful liquid colors mixed with some water.   Allowed both die cuts to dry completely before attaching to the card base.   The watercoloring was done in a random way  on the pine cone and on the heart plate I just visualized lines/segments.  

Fun Stampers Journey has so many wonderful stamps and die sets to choose from.  

August 2018 Fun Stampers Journey (FSJ) Promotions

 

Click Here to view pdf of all the items on sale.

 

Who doesn't love a good sale on quality products!!!  Fun Stampers Journey (FSJ) Prepped to Play promotion will give you 20% off select mixed media products.   The list includes wood items, Gesso, Gel Medium, stencils, PanPastels sets, and so much more.    Be sure to look at the full list HERE.

 Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

 

FSJ Tag Sets Make Card Making Even Easier - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Journey Sequins Special Celebrations AC-0115

Awesome Tag Set PP-0062  16 designs

Fussy Cut out the tag or use the die:

Bread Tag Die DI-0133 Set of 1

Catalina Splash Card Stock CS-0114

Clover Bloom Die Set DI-0438 Set of 4

Journey Silver Silk IP-0090

Journey Bronze Silk IP-0091

Peaches and Cream Card Stock  CS-0144

There are two great tag sets in the main catalog.   Both are on Pg 222.  Each is preprinted 12 x 12 sheets and have a total of 16 tags in each set.   Then in the Journey Holidays Trends Mini catalog we have two more wonderful sets of tags.  Each tag is unique and can be fussy cut out or cut out using the Bread Tag Die DI-0133.

Tag Sets:  (links below)

Sunshine Tag Set PP-0061  16 designs

Awesome Tag Set PP-0062  16 designs

Fall-O-Ween Tag Set PP-0064 16 designs

Cozy Tag Set PP-0063 16 designs 

August 2018 Fun Stampers Journey (FSJ) Promotions

 

Click Here to view pdf of all the items on sale.

 

Who doesn't love a good sale on quality products!!!  Fun Stampers Journey (FSJ) Prepped to Play promotion will give you 20% off select mixed media products.   The list includes wood items, Gesso, Gel Medium, stencils, PanPastels sets, and so much more.    Be sure to look at the full list HERE.

 Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

Game On Stamp Set Mini Tutorial - Perfect for Birthday Celebration - Fun Stampers Journey Products

My husband, Hal, had a birthday the other day.    He loves to play video games, so a birthday card with a gaming theme was the perfect choice.

Mini Tutorial on how to create this card:

1.  8 1/2" x 5 1/2" piece of Fresh Sage Card Stock ... score and fold the wider side at 4 1/4". This is the card base.   Set aside.

2.  3 3/4" x 5" Whip Cream Card Stock for the layer.
     Using a large dauber and dowel, shade the background.
     Splatter on Bronze and Silver Silks.
     Angle the piece of card stock and score every 1/2"  using our Scoring Board.  Then using your precision shears clip/notch the ends of the score marks.   This will help hold the thread in place.  I also put a notch in the other two ends for the final piece of thread.
    Wrap the Fresh Sage Thread around the card securing each end.
     Using White Liner Tape, secure the Whip Cream layer to your card base.

3.  Stamp the game controller with River Stone Ink Pad.  
     Fussy cut out.
     Attach to the Whip Cream layer with Foam Squares.
     Put Journey Glaze over the top.
     Set aside to dry completely.

4.  Stamp the sentiment "Level Complete" with Chambray Shirt Ink. 
     Fussy cut the sentiment out.
    Attach to the Whip Cream layer with Foam Squares
     Brush the edges with Fresh Sage Ink Pad.
     Put Journey Glaze over the top.
     Set aside to dry completely.

5.  Attach Sea Stones to the card front.

6.  Stamp the sentiment inside the card "Happy Birthday" with Chambray Shirt Ink.

7.  Write a personal note, sign the back of the card showing that you made it, and the card is complete.

NOTE:   This is important ... be absolutely certain that your Journey Glaze is totally dry before putting this in an envelope.    If not completely dry, the envelope will adhere to the wet areas.   Don't ask me how I know!!!

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Game On Stamp Set AT-0327  Set of 9 stamps
Fresh Sage Card Stock CS-0143
Fresh Sage Ink Pad  IP-0150
Fresh Sage Thread AC-0132
Whip Cream Card Stock CS-0040
Chambray Shirt Ink Pad IP-0153
Rock Candy Ink Pad IP-0028
Sea Stones AC-0283
Journey Bronze Silk  IP-0091
Journey Silver Silk IP-0090
Dauber Dowel Large TO-0138 (1 handle + 4 sponges/pads)
Dauber Pads Large TO-0140  (10 sponges/pads ... 1 1/18" circle)
Journey Scoring Board TO-0149 
White Liner Tape AD-0001
Journey Glaze AD-0003
Journey Foam Squares AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium

July 2019 - Fun Stamper Journey Coach Starter Kits:

 

Would you love to get a 20% discount on all your FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) purchases? (excludes business supplies)  Becoming a Hobby or Business Coach is a great way to do this.   As a Coach we receive a 20% discount automatically on our orders even for items on sale!  We have the lowest quarterly quota in the industry (only $150 per quarter - retail value).    AND the quarter you join in, you don't have a quota to meet!!!   So if you joined this month (July 2018), you wouldn't have to meet your quota until the end of December 2018.   The price of the starter kit does not count towards your quota. 

Two brand new starter kits were introduced as of July 1, 2018.   Click here to read the pdf that tells you about the kits.   You have your choice of the $49 kit or the $149 kit.  Each comes with a product credit for you to choose exactly what you want in your starter kit.   Also, you will receive a coupon code for 50% off either the Platinum 6 or the Platinum Die Cutting Machines!   What an awesome deal right now.

If you have questions, please let me know.   There is also additional information on my Fun Stampers Journey Business Website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/pws/marydirector/tabs/join-my-team.aspx

When you are on the above link, you will be able to sign up there.   I would love to have you as part of my team of Fun Stampers Journey Coaches!

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

     
    
 
    

Triangle Treat Die Set Used to Creat A Cake Full of Party Favors - Fun Stampers Journey Products

It's always so much fun to create something unique and different to use as a gift, packaging, or decoration.   The Triangle Treat Die Set offers all 3.   It can be used as a gift package/box, a party favor, or as a table decoration for a special event.   Whether a birthday, wedding, shower, retirement party etc, these darling boxes will be the perfect accessory to the decor. 

Yesterday on my blog, I showed you an individual slice of cake that I made.   Today I want to show you how you can make a full cake using 8 of these put together.    Here are some photos of my completed projects (note:  I used 6 so that you can see what the inside would look like):

Doesn't this look good enough to eat!  Each cake slice top was embellished just a little bit differently.  I switched out the colors of the roses and the dots are both gold and silver.   Imagine the possibilities of cake flavors (change the card stock color), frosting (change out the ribbon), and decorations for the top (change it out for any occasions).

By lining up the ribbon with the center end scallop on each slice, it keeps the ribbon lined up all the way around when put together for the full cake.

A bit better view of the top of the slices and the differences in the silver/gold dot layouts.

The Triangle Treat Die will work in the Amaze Machine, Platinum 6 (pre-order it now), and the Platinum Machine.   For the Amaze and the Platinum 6, it's a bit tighter of a cut but doable.  This is the way FSJ has demonstrated cutting out the die with the smaller platform machine.   You will need to cut the end piece twice.   Each slice of cake will use an 8 1/2 x 11 inch piece of card stock.   Cut the card stock down to accommodate the long die.   Then cut out the end pieces with the remaining piece of card stock.   3 runs through the machine.   I highly recommend taping (washi tape works well) the dies down so they do not move while cutting.  

With the Platinum Machine, it will allow you to cut a sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 inch of card stock at one time.   No need to cut the sheet into two pieces.  I laid the dies at an angle.   This gave me a bit more room to work with them.   Either way, you will still use one full sheet of card stock per slice of cake.   This is how I laid it out before running it through my Platinum Machine.

Reminder, you will still need to cut out two of the end pieces.

Tips:

1.   Craft Glue worked extremely well with this project.   I like that it allows me to move the card stock into place.   Allow each section to set up/dry before moving on.   This will allow for a stronger hold.
2.  FSJ White Liner Tape was perfect for the back of the ribbon.   It allowed me to place and secure it to the cake slice.
3.   Craft Glue (not glue dots or white liner tape) worked the best for securing the scalloped ends.
4.   Create some areas to allow the slices to dry with the scallop tip facing down (I put it between to bottles of liquid) so that the bow can dry flat.
5.   Allow to dry completely before adding candy etc to the inside.

Ribbon used is:   Cocoa Powder Gingham AC-0110

Card Stock is:  Cocoa Powder Card Stock CS-0008

Embellishment is:  Fashion Gold AC-0292 and Fashion Silver AC-0293

Adhesives:   Craft Glue AD-0111  and White Liner (used on the ribbon) AD-0001

Dies:   Blooming Details Die DI-0327 and Triangle Treat Die DI-0458

Flowers:  Meadow Flowers AC-0406 and Cottage Flowers AC-0405

July 2019 - Fun Stamper Journey Coach Starter Kits:

 

Would you love to get a 20% discount on all your FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) purchases? (excludes business supplies)  Becoming a Hobby or Business Coach is a great way to do this.   As a Coach we receive a 20% discount automatically on our orders even for items on sale!  We have the lowest quarterly quota in the industry (only $150 per quarter - retail value).    AND the quarter you join in, you don't have a quota to meet!!!   So if you joined this month, you wouldn't have to meet your quota until the end of December 2018.   The price of the starter kit does not count towards your quota. 

Two brand new starter kits were introduced as of July 1, 2018.   Click here to read the pdf that tells you about the kits.   You have your choice of the $49 kit or the $149 kit.  Each comes with a product credit for you to choose exactly what you want in your starter kit.   Also, you will receive a coupon code for 50% off either the Platinum 6 or the Platinum Die Cutting Machines!   What an awesome deal right now.

If you have questions, please let me know.   There is also additional information on my Fun Stampers Journey Business Website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/pws/marydirector/tabs/join-my-team.aspx

When you are on the above link, you will be able to sign up there.   I would love to have you as part of my team of Fun Stampers Journey Coaches!

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Triangle Treat Box Die Set Can Make The Cutest Piece of Cake - Fun Stampers Journey Products

The Triangle Treat Box DI-0458 makes a darling box for party favors.  But did you also realize you can make it to look like a piece of card!   How wonderful would like be for wedding favors.   The finished piece measures 3 1/2 x 2 x 3 inches.

Today I will share with you some of my photos of the cake piece.   Then hopefully in the next couple of days I will be able to share some tips on how to put it together.   It's easy to do with our craft glue gun.  

NOTE:   It is supposed to work with the smaller machine (Platinum 6 that comes out end of August and the Amaze Machine).   With those machines it will be a tight fit.   I used my Platinum machine and angled the die.   Each slice will end up using a full sheet of 8 1/2 x 11 inches card stock.

Back side and top.

Side, back, and top.

The Meadow Flowers AC-0406 were a perfect topper.  

Leaves are from the Blooming Details Die DI-0327

The other side profile of the slice.

If you are very careful, you can fold a 

1.69 ounce bag of M&Ms in the slice and

close the lid.

Ribbon used is:   Cocoa Powder Gingham AC-0110

Card Stock is:  Cocoa Powder Card Stock CS-0008

Embellishment is:  Fashion Gold AC-0292

Adhesives:   Craft Glue AD-0111  and White Liner (used on the ribbon) AD-0001

July 2019 - Fun Stamper Journey Coach Starter Kits:

 

Would you love to get a 20% discount on all your FSJ (Fun Stampers Journey) purchases? (excludes business supplies)  Becoming a Hobby or Business Coach is a great way to do this.   As a Coach we receive a 20% discount automatically on our orders even for items on sale!  We have the lowest quarterly quota in the industry (only $150 per quarter - retail value).    AND the quarter you join in, you don't have a quota to meet!!!   So if you joined this month, you wouldn't have to meet your quota until the end of December 2018.   The price of the starter kit does not count towards your quota. 

Two brand new starter kits were introduced as of July 1, 2018.   Click here to read the pdf that tells you about the kits.   You have your choice of the $49 kit or the $149 kit.  Each comes with a product credit for you to choose exactly what you want in your starter kit.   Also, you will receive a coupon code for 50% off either the Platinum 6 or the Platinum Die Cutting Machines!   What an awesome deal right now.

If you have questions, please let me know.   There is also additional information on my Fun Stampers Journey Business Website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/pws/marydirector/tabs/join-my-team.aspx

When you are on the above link, you will be able to sign up there.   I would love to have you as part of my team of Fun Stampers Journey Coaches!

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Birthday 2018 Stamp Set Exclusive - Fun Stampers Journey Products

Today is my birthday!!!!  It was so exciting to receive this exclusive FSJ Coach stamp the other day in the mail.

Each year Fun Stampers Journey designs an exclusive birthday Stamp Set for Coaches Only.   FSJ makes sure each Coach receives one as long as they join BEFORE their birthday month.   This is the one for 2018.

The balloons would look amazing done in different colors and the year could be easily masked off if needed/wanted.

Now I am off to go have some birthday fun.   Hope you all have an amazing day too.

April Promotions:   

April 1 through April 30, 2018:

 

Splish Splash Sparkle promotion gives you 20% off a la carte silks and splashes this month!  I use the Silks all the time and the Splashes a great deal too.    This is an amazing deal.   Time to stock up while they are on sale.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PDF of all the Silks & Splashes on sale.   It will list them by page number, name, and item number.  

AND we also have a 

Splish Splash Sparkle Recruiting Promotion for April 2018

New recruits will receive the Splish Splash Sampler which includes an exclusive collection of FSJ products to help your new Coach get crafting!

Splish Splash Sampler includes:
• Color Splash Sheets / JM-0076
• 1 Media Mister / TO-0121
• Media Tray / TO-0122
• Linear Leaves stencil / JM-0087
• Lemon Grass Color Splash / IP-0078
• Blue Lagoon Color Splash / IP-0084
• Cool Pool Silk / IP-0105

I would love to have you join my team whether you want to be a Hobby Coach or a Business Coach.   As a Coach you receive 20% off all of your purchases.  That means too that if an item is on sale, as a Coach, you will receive an 20% off the sale price!!!   Our quota is the lowest in the industry, and you do not have a quota to meet for the quarter you join in.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards

Hero City Die - Follow Your Dreams Hot Air Balloons - Fun Stampers Journey Products

I have to be honest, I never wanted the Hero City UNTIL I saw the Follow Your Dream (hot air balloon embellishments).   When I saw them I could envision the card in my mind.   I had to have both items!!!!

The card went together easily.   I used retired printed paper that I had for the background, but you could easily used Splashes, PanPastels, Fusion Inks to create the background yourself. 

Card base is Lemon Drop.
City is Black Licorice.
Ink for Sentiment is Black Licorice.

I adhered the background to the card base with our Journey Craft Glue.   Then cut out the City Die and placed it on the background with the Craft Glue also.    The hot air balloon is already layered and has a large foam square on the back.   Also used the foam squares on the sentiment when I placed it on the card.

The inside of the card could be left black for a handwritten note or stamped inside too.

Fun Stampers Journey Products Used:

Lemon Drop Card Stock CS-0018
Black Licorice Card Stock CS-0003
Black Licorice Ink Pad IP-0041
Journey Foam Squares  AD-0084 small OR AD-0085 medium
Journey Craft Glue AD-0111
Follow Your Dreams AC-0351   Bloom Benefit  set of 6
Hero City Die DI-0398  Set of 2 dies
Celebrate Everything Stamp Set SS-0579  Set of 12 stamps

April Promotions:   

April 1 through April 30, 2018:

 

 

Splish Splash Sparkle promotion gives you 20% off a la carte silks and splashes this month!  I use the Silks all the time and the Splashes a great deal too.    This is an amazing deal.   Time to stock up while they are on sale.

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PDF of all the Silks & Splashes on sale.   It will list them by page number, name, and item number.  

 

AND we also have a 

 

Splish Splash Sparkle Recruiting Promotion for April 2018

 

New recruits will receive the Splish Splash Sampler which includes an exclusive collection of FSJ products to help your new Coach get crafting!

Splish Splash Sampler includes:
• Color Splash Sheets / JM-0076
• 1 Media Mister / TO-0121
• Media Tray / TO-0122
• Linear Leaves stencil / JM-0087
• Lemon Grass Color Splash / IP-0078
• Blue Lagoon Color Splash / IP-0084
• Cool Pool Silk / IP-0105

 

I would love to have you join my team whether you want to be a Hobby Coach or a Business Coach.   As a Coach you receive 20% off all of your purchases.  That means too that if an item is on sale, as a Coach, you will receive an 20% off the sale price!!!   Our quota is the lowest in the industry, and you do not have a quota to meet for the quarter you join in.

 

Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

If you would like to place an order or sign up to become a Fun Stampers Journey Coach, here is the link to my business website:
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector

Mary Director
Fun Stampers Journey Coach Manager 
http://www.funstampersjourney.com/marydirector
24/7 on-line ordering available

My YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/kreateskards