Hello crafty friends, we are celebrating a new Kris Lauren release by Colorado Craft Company with a blog hop and giveaways.
My supplies arrived today and at the very last minute, I managed to make two mini slimline cards to share ideas with you.
To do this, I mixed and matched elements from the 3 stamp sets that are being released today.
the new Release
- Beehive Stamp Set [available at SSS here or CCC here] + Coordinating Beehive Die Set [available at SSS here or CCC here]
- Honey Crocks Stamp Set [available at SSS here or CCC here] + Coordinating Honey Crocks Die Set [available at SSS here or CCC here]
- Honey Jar Stamp Set [available at SSS here or CCC here] + Coordinating Honey Jar Die Set [available at SSS here or CCC here]
****All of these sets have coordinating dies
The Cardmaking Process
The cards in this post measure 3-3/4″ x 6-3/4″ inches
- to make them, I first stamped the images on Strathmore watercolour paper using Versafine Clair Nocturne Ink and the help of the Misti ( Stamping Tool).
- To add colours to the images and background, I used Zigs ( water-based markers) and I blend and spread the colour using Nuvo Aqua Brushes.
Colouring
As I was very short of time not only to create but take pictures, write this post, and link everything, I only mind the colouring of the main critters.
I applied quickly and mindless colouring to the flowers ad other elements and to cover that I applied a technique that is actually quite cool and makes the backgrounds look very pretty also hiding colouring imperfections.
The backgrounds
- So after colouring the images and when the panel was dry, I applied ink from a blue marker over a 3×3 inches piece of plastic bag (stamps packaging) and using a Nuvo Spray Bottle, I sprayed water.
- If you do this, You will see many little inky water drops over the plastic.
- All you have to do is to transfer those droplets to your panel.
- To do this you need to use the plastic bag as if you were using a stamp.
- Carefully and quickly place the droplets over your selected areas (Do not smooch it or make pressure over the bag )
- You can repeat the process when the ink is dry using another ink colour to achieve super cool effects.
- Alternatively, you can splatter your panel but trust me there is a visual difference between splattering and transferring drops of water this way.
To finish, I applied Distress Oxide Inks over one of the edges of panels using Simon Says Stamp Blending Brushes and I repeat the process with the plastic bag.
Distress Oxide Inks used:
- Broken China and Blueprint Sketch
- Broken China and Wilted Violet
Sparke and Embellishments
- To add sparkle, I used Spellbinders Sparkle Silk this is my fav sparkling solution. I use it to refill my empty glitter pens and it last forever .. Love it!
- I also added Spellbinder Teal and Peach Opalescent sequins.
- To glue everything, I used Nuvo Deluxe Adhesive. My fav glue as well.
Blog Hop
Blog Hoppers
- Adrienne Kennedy CCC
- Amy Tsuruta
- Bibi Cameron, You are Here!
- Caly Person
- Daniel West
- Emily Midgett
- Jenn Gross
- Jennifer Kotas
- Kassi Hulet
- Kelly Griglione
- Kelly Taylor
- Nancy Sheads
- Amy Young
- Sandi MacIver
- Nichol Spohr
Instagram Inspiration
Giveaway
- Colorado Craft is giving away one stamp set of the winner’s choice at each stop on the hop.
- For your chance to win please leave a comment below. Winners will be announced on the Colorado Craft Platforms on August 18th.
- For extra chances to win you can also leave a comment or tag up to 3 friends in my Instagram post here.
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That’s all for now.
Thanks for stopping by.
X
Bibi
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OMG these are the best stamps ever. I love bees 🐝
I will have to come back and see your card. Love these stamp sets. So cute
Love the possibilities
Can’t wait to see your creations with this beautiful release!
All the stamp sets in this release look great.
stamping sue
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I can’t wait to see what you do with this fun set.
OMG ! Love her work!
Love anything & everything Bees!
Love these stamps. Love the bees especially!
Very pretty card.
Things happen. Will check back later. These sets are so amazing.
I love the teal background coloring.
The set is adorable and I am enjoying all the cards
Such cute stamps! In love with Big and Bold! Great job!
So darn cute! Your coloring is always spot on!
I will be back. Looking forward to seeing your cards.
Your card is so pretty and the new set is wonderful.
So super sweet and inspiring!!
Loving the new big bold bee stamps
I love fairies! This such a cute set!
These stamps are so cute! Definitely going to make a card for my beekeeping sister first thing! 😀
Amazing! I LOVE the hive and darling bee fairies!
Gorgeous card! Certainly has given me some ideas that I never would’ve thought of! Thanks for this beautiful inspiration!
Awesome new set and will definitely check back for your cards.
My style is not “cutsie”, until now. I love, love, love this stamp collection. Makes such a change from the other cute collections I have seen. This one, I can see using and sending to adults. Love what you did Bibi.
Absolutely adorable!
Fairy pretty cards and the bees are too cute!
This is just the sweetest set of cards. I cannot wait to shop this release!
Thanks for sharing the background techniques
Your cards turned out lovely! The bee-themed stamps are wonderful, and i enjoyed seeing the projects you made with them.
Thanks so much for sharing your technique for making the image background. Even before I read your post, I was really interested in seeing how you did that, so I am really grateful that you shared the details.
Sweet cards
These are so cute!!!
Adorable cards!
Thanks for sharing.
So cute!!! These bee ladies are so precious. LOVE the background – and all the flowers … I appreciate the explanation of how you created the cards – such great ideas! Love this new release!
I love it! cant wait to get these stamps in my craftroom. Love from the Netherlands
Love these. Gorgeous cards as usual Bibi!!
Xx
Absolutely WONDERFUL Slimlines Bibi. Fantastic bundle.
These are Absolutely Adorable!!!!
Wow, these are darling, for last minute too you’d never know it. I’ve always loved a well done schmoosh, but the droplet transfer is very interesting, I’m pretty sure I’ve unknowingly tried to use up ink, but without success and now think I was pressing too hard. Thanks for all of your tips tricks and inspiration!
Love your cards
Beautiful designs and coloring! Love them!
Another great release! And I love the little fairies! Your cards are great.
super cute cards
Your cards are adorable. Those fairies are so cute.
Such pretty cards with these designs! Love your beautiful coloring!
Beautiful cards! I can’t tell they were done at the last minute.
What truly stunning cards, Bibi. You’ve brought those lovely stamps to life. Thank you for sharing.
I especially love the bees and flowers. They are just classics.
Super cute cards! Thanks for teaching me a new technique with the ink and plastic wrap.
What cute cards! I love the colours you used, Bibi!
Love your adorable cards. The bees are so cute.
Thanks for sharing.
I love the bees! They’re so whimsical!
So beautiful!
Oh what fun slimline cards ! Thanks for sharing beautiful designs!
You may have been working under pressure but these SL’s turned out beautifully!
Oh my, those fairies are adorable. Great job Bibi
Beautiful cards! Love this release. Thanks for the inspiration.
The new release is awesome. Your cards are adorable. I love your coloring. Thanks for sharing your techniques.
I love your skin coloring!
— Dalis
Your cards are so sweet. Your coloring is amazing and I love the technique you shared using the water droplets. Love the new stamps and dies.
Your cards are delightful!
These are so cute–love your coloring.
Absolutely gorgeous
I just love the new designs and the cards you have created are so cute and so apt for this time of year. Thank you for sharing.
Your cards are so pretty. The little fairies are colored so well.
great technique, wow!
Love your creativity with this wonderful stamp/die set. 🙂
Hi BiBi, your cards are beautiful. I love your backgrounds; they are so unique. I have never used the watercolor ZIG markers before. It makes me want to try some. I can’t wait until your next card. Bye
So adorable!