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more color mondays – cloud cover, fresh freesia and highland heather

by nataliegramleystamps | Aug 25, 2025 | card samples, card sketches, color challenge, Designer Series Paper, die cutting, embossing folders, In Colors

For today’s More Color Mondays Color Challenge I pulled from last week’s Sketch Challenge #110 and did a simple card using the Florals in Bloom Designer Series Paper which features pretty floral designs in Bubble Bath, Cloud Cover, Darling Duckling, Garden Green, Granny Apple Green, Peach Pie, Petunia Pop, Pretty In Pink, Secret Sea, Shy Shamrock, Strawberry Slush, Summer Splash, Timid Tiger

I picked the Cloud Cover striped B side of one of the choices of Designer Series paper and a complementary floral pattern for the two DSP pieces!

Measurements:
BASE: Cloud Cover CS: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
scored at 4 1/4″ and 2″ x 3 3/4″
Basic White CS: 4″ x 5 1/4″
Fresh Freesia CS: scrap for the sentiment die
Highland Heather CS: 2″ x 3 3/4″
DSP: (2) 1 3/4″ x 3 1/2″

PLace the 4″ x 5 1/4″ Basic White layer in the Exposed Brick 3D embossing folder. Place the folder in the Stampin’ Cut and Emboss machine using the #1 base platform and the #4 embossing plate. Emboss the layer.

Adhere the Cloud Cover striped DSP piece to the Cloud Cover matte.

Adhere the floral piece to the Highland Heather matte.

Pick a sentiment from The Right Words stamp set and pick a suitably sized Spotlight on Nature circle die.

Stamp the sentiment onto a Fresh Freesia scrap
and die cut with the Spotlight on Nature die using the Stampin’ Cut and Emboss machine with the #1 base, #2 thin die adaptor plate and 2 cutting plates #3’s.

Using the Highland Heather ink and a blending brush color the edges with the ink.

Adhere the Basic White layer to the card base leaving even borders.

Adhere the Cloud Cover DSP piece vertically to the left side of the White embossed layer leaving an even border on the left-hand side.

I adhered the floral DSP layer perpendicular to the Cloud Cover piece positioning it higher on the card so that I could adhere the sentiment piece below and at their junction of the the pieces forming a triangular shape which is appealing to the eye!

Pop up the sentiment piece onto Stampin’ Dimensionals and place in the junction of the two DSP pieces.

I added three Purple Fine Shimmer Gems to finish off the card.

Sketches are a simple way to find your card or project inspiration – try picking out a card sketch today and design a card or scrapbook page from the sketch design! Go and create some artwork of your very own – one stamp at a time!

Happy Stampin’
Natalie

Product List

The Right Words Cling Stamp Set (English)

[165316]

$26.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[166780]

$14.00

Cloud Cover 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[165621]

$14.00

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$14.00

Highland Heather 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146986]

$14.00

Highland Heather Classic Stampin' Pad

[147103]

$9.00

Florals In Bloom 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper & Sticker Sheet (English)

[166643]

$17.00

Stampin' Glass Mat Studio (Imperial)

[163987]

$60.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

$12.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[138995]

$7.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Glue Dots

[103683]

$7.25

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$140.00

Exposed Brick 3 D Embossing Folder

[161600]

$11.00

Spotlight On Nature Dies

[163580]

$35.00

Purple Fine Shimmer Gems

[162611]

$8.00

← extraordinary flora elements of text card july 2025 demonstrator swap cards →

corner in bloom sale-a-bration wedding card

by nataliegramleystamps | Feb 7, 2025 | card samples, embossing folders, out of the box stamping, stamps ink paper, techniques

Today’s blog post features a wedding card made with the Corner in Bloom Level Two Sale-a-bration stamp set. Typically a “corner” stamp set is traditionally used in well the corners LOL of the card! But today I am pivoting and using those corners stamped twice in a diamond design to form a lovely floral backdrop for the sentiment!

Measurements:
BASE: Gorgeous Grape CS: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
scored at 4 1/4″
Basic White CS: (2) 4″ x 5 1/4″ pieces
scrap strip for the sentiment

Emboss one of the 4″ x 5 1/4″ layers of Basic White CS with the Distressed Tile 3D Embossing Folder.

Stamp the smaller flower corner image in Tuxedo Black Momento ink and match up the open ends and stamp again creating a diamond shape with the two corner images.

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Because Gorgeous Grape is such a deep hued purple we do not carry the Stampin’ Blends. The Highland Heather is the same hue but in a lighter shade so this is a wonderful compliment to this project. I colored all of the flower petals in Light Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends marker and then highlighted the centers and edges near the stem in Dark Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends marker.

nataliegramleystamps watermark full strengthmm2025(1)

I colored over the petal areas in Light marker and blended the petals for a more even look.

nataliegramleystamps watermark full strengthmm2025(2)

I colored the leaves in Dark Granny Apple Green and highlighted in Dark Old Olive Stampin’ Blends marker for a nice shaded look.

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Adhere the embossed layer to the Gorgeous Grape base card.
Fussy cut the floral diamond out.
Using a Blending Brush and Gorgeous Grape ink pad highlight a diagonal area above to the right and below to the left where you will adhere the diamond image.
Adhere the floral image over the blended area.

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I stamped the “lifetime of love” sentiment from the Linked Together stamp set from the 2025 January to April mini catalog release on a scrap 1/4″ strip of Basic White CS. Using a Paper Snip scissors I cut a banner edge on both sides of the sentiment and colored it with the Blending Brush and Gorgeous Grape ink. I popped it up on Stampin’ Dimensionals and adhered it between the two corner images.
I added Purple Shine Shimmer Gems to finish off this easy and lovely card perfect for a Spring Wedding or an anniversary!

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I also made one with Berry Burst Stampin’ Blends as an alternative coloring sample – Which do you like the Monochromatic (Highland Heather) or the Analogous (Berry Burst) Color design?

Try some out of the box stamping and use one of your stamps in an unexpected way! Now go and create some unexpected artwork of your very own – one stamp at a time!

Happy Stampin’
Natalie

Product List

Corner In Bloom Photopolymer Stamp Set

[164959]

$24.00

Linked Together Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[164806]

$18.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$13.00

Gorgeous Grape 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[146987]

$11.50

Gorgeous Grape Classic Stampin' Pad

[147099]

$9.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

[132708]

$8.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

$12.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[138995]

$7.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Berry Burst Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack

[161681]

$11.00

Granny Apple Green Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154885]

$11.00

Highland Heather Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154887]

$11.00

Old Olive Stampin' Blends Combo Pack

[154892]

$11.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$130.00

Distressed Tile 3 D Embossing Folder

[162189]

$10.00

Purple Fine Shimmer Gems

[162611]

$8.00

← friendly seagulls sale-a-bration card more color mondays - calypso coral, boho blue and daffodil delight easy scrapbooking page →

more color mondays – real red, pumpkin pie and early espresso

by nataliegramleystamps | Dec 2, 2024 | card samples, color challenge, Designer Series Paper, die cutting, embossing folders, more color mondays

Today’s More Color Mondays color challenge features Real Red, Pumpkin Pie, and Early Espresso with a Peek Throught card.

Measurements:
BASE: Basic White CS: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
scored at 4 1/4″
4″ x 5 1/4″
scrap for the sentiment piece
DSP: 3″ square
Early Espresso CS: Scrap for trees die cuts

Die cut a large circle from the Stylish Shapes in the upper third in the center.
Emboss the Basic White layer with the Birch Wood 3D embossing folder.
Die cut the Early Espresso CS scrap with the three trees die.

Adhere the three trees die behind the circle
and then the DSP piece under the Basic White layer and the trees.

Pop up the Basic White embossing layer.
Stamp the birthday sentiment in Real Red ink and brush the edges of the banner die from the Stylish Shapes die set.
Adhere five Iridescent Adhesive-Backed Discs on the card front.

Designer Series Paper peek through cards are so much fun and such a great way to find colors that look great together!
Try looking for great color combinations in your paper and go and create some art work of your very own – one stamp at a time!

Happy Stampin’
Natalie

Product List

Frosted Forest Bundle (English)

[164137]

$64.75

Frosted Forest Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[164344]

$21.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$13.00

Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[119686]

$11.50

Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad

[147084]

$9.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

$12.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[138995]

$7.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Stampin' Spritzer

[126185]

$6.00

Water Painters

[151298]

$13.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$130.00

Birch Wood 3 D Embossing Folder

[164069]

$12.00

Frosted Forest Dies

[164136]

$36.00

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

$30.00

Iridescent Adhesive Backed Discs

[161954]

$7.00

← nests of winter front flap fun fold card full of life designer series paper fold back card →

more color mondays – berry burst, old olive and fresh freesia

by nataliegramleystamps | Nov 18, 2024 | card samples, Christmas card ideas, color challenge, die cutting, embossing folders, more color mondays, my favorites, stamps ink paper, techniques

Today’s More Color Mondays color challenge is layers of glimmer and trees of Berry Burst, Old Olive and Fresh Freesia in a non-traditional Christmas card for this installment of More Color Mondays.

Measurements:
BASE: Berry Burst CS: 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″
scored at 4 1/4″
scrap for Christmas die cut
Basic White CS: 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″
scrap for Christmas die cut
4″ x 5 1/4″ for background layer
Fresh Freesia CS: scrap for circle die
Glimmer paper: 2″ strips for tree die cuts

Using a blending brush, color the Basic White CS 4″ x 5 1/4″ with Berry Burst ink.

Spray the layer with a Stampin’ Spritzer and coat with a fine layer of water spritz.

Sprinkle the layer with the Wink of Stella pen.

Emboss the layer with the Distressed Tile 3D embossing folder.
Adhere the layer onto the 4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″ Basic White layer.
Adhere both layers to the card base.

Stamp the “in your heart” sentiment onto the Basic White circle die cut from the Stylish Shapes die set with Berry Burst ink.
(I eventually changed this layer to Fresh Freesia CS)

Die cut the Glimmer Paper with the Peaceful Evegreens die set.
Adhere to the left side of the card base.

Pop up the circle with Stampin’ Dimensionals onto the right-hand side of the card base.

I die cut the Christmas word die from the Peaceful Seasons dies from Berry Burst CS.
Adhere to the top half of the circle die.

Die cut the Christmas word matte in Basic White CS.
Emboss it in the Distressed Tile 3D embossing folder.

I decided I needed the white matte under the Berry Burst CS for the Christmas word die.

I added some Natural Linen Thread in green around the White and brushed layer.
I had added pink Pastel Adhesive-Based Sequins.

I replaced the Basic White circle with a Fresh Freesia circle.

This unusual winter scene is bright and beautiful! Try this layered technique and create a non-traditional Christmas card.

Now go and create some artwork of your own – one stamp at a time.

Happy Stampin’
Natalie

Product List

Season Of Elegance Suite Collection (English)

[164030]

$154.75

Peaceful Evergreens Bundle

[164025]

$59.25

Peaceful Season Bundle (English)

[164021]

$52.00

Peaceful Season Photopolymer Stamp Set (English)

[164145]

$24.00

Basic White 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[159276]

$13.00

Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[144243]

$11.50

Fresh Freesia 8 1/2" X 11" Cardstock

[155613]

$11.50

Berry Burst, Old Olive & White 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Glimmer Specialty Paper

[163769]

$6.00

Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

[147143]

$9.00

Paper Trimmer

[152392]

$28.00

Bone Folder

[102300]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal

[152813]

$8.00

Stampin' Seal+

[149699]

$12.00

Tear & Tape Adhesive

[138995]

$7.00

Multipurpose Liquid Glue

[110755]

$6.00

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

[144108]

$4.25

Stampin' Dimensionals

[104430]

$4.25

Paper Snips

[103579]

$12.00

Blending Brushes

[153611]

$15.00

Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine

[149653]

$130.00

Distressed Tile 3 D Embossing Folder

[162189]

$10.00

Peaceful Evergreens Dies

[164024]

$40.00

Peaceful Season Dies (English)

[164020]

$34.00

Stylish Shapes Dies

[159183]

$30.00

Natural Tones Linen Thread

[164071]

$9.00

Pastel Adhesive Backed Sequins

[160387]

$8.00

← thoughtful journey card in card fun fold thoughtful journey dsp tri-fold fun fold card →

more color mondays – calypso coral, peach pie and daffodil delight

by nataliegramleystamps | Oct 21, 2024 | card samples, card sketches, color challenge, embossing folders, fun fold, In Colors, more color mondays, stamps ink paper

Today’s More Color Monday features the Humble Home bundle on a Split Panel card. This fun take on a regular card still uses a half sheet of 8 1/2″ x 11″ piece of cardstock – just adding a twist!

Measurements:
BASE: Basic White CS: 4 1/4″ x 11″
(2) 1 1/4″ x 4″
(1) 2 1/4″ x 4″
Peach Pie 4″ x 5 1/4″ and scrap for the punches
Calypso Coral scrap for the punches
Daffodil Delight scrap for the punches

Cut the 4 1/4″ x 11″ at 1 1/2″ then cut 2 1/2″ off the end then score at 1 1/2″
Save the cut off pieces we will be using!

Stamp the house image from the Humble Home stamp set on scrap pieces of the three colors Calypso Coral, Peach Pie and Daffodil Delight!

Punch all three houses out with the Humble Home punch and punch out an extra heart from each colored card stock.

Take the extra Basic White pieces (2) 1 1/4″ x 4″ and the 2 1/4″ x 4″ and place them in the 3D Forever Plaid folder. I placed the two smaller pieces up and down vertically in the folder and the larger piece in the folder horizontally so that the patterns were the same orientation when I adhere them to the card.

Adhere the plaid smaller panels to the panel just to the right of the score line on the card and the 1 1/2″ cut off piece.

Adhere the larger embossed piece on the 2 1/2″ cut off piece. Place tape on the shorter outer edges of the 2 1/2″ x 4 1/4″ piece. Place the 1 1/2″ cut off piece on the right hand edge of the inside of the card base. Adhere the larger piece across the two small embossed panels.

Adhere the three houses to the card front across the middle panel.

I took our pearls embellishments and my Dark Peach Pie Stampin’ Blends marker and colored three small pearls with the blends alcohol based marker. Allow a few minutes to dry and then using my Take Your Pick tool I added them to the card for a beautifully coordinated embellishment!

I used the heart punches on the outside and the inside of the card.
The hearts were a little bit bigger than the doorframes so I added the dots from the door frame with a Basic Black Stampin’ Write marker.

I decided to rework the card as the white on white did not effectively show the split panel design as well as I liked so I added a 4″ x 5 1/4″ Peach Pie to the inside of the card.