SparkleNSprinkle - July Release

Welcome to Sparkle N Sprinkle's

 July 1 New Reveal Blog Hop!

We have five new stamp sets to share with you today.  These new sets are 20% off until July 5.  So once you finish the blog hop, head on over to the store and start shopping.  All of the new sets are available on cling mounted rubber or as a digital image.  

We are so happy to announce that with this Reveal, we have begun a new partnership with Bugaboo Digi Stamps.  So now you can get some of your favorite Bugaboo digi images in rubber!

The sets are:

Milton Catching Snow Flakes 787 

(digi version DIGI787)

  Christmas Skates 789 (digi version DIGI789)

  Wetlands #1 790 (digi version DIGI790)

Wetlands #2 791 (digi version DIGI791)

Deer Duo 797 (digi version DIGI797)

On July 5th, ONE GRAND PRIZE WINNER will be selected from the comments left on the Designers' blogs listed below. Please leave a comment with each Designer in order to be eligible for the Grand Prize.  You never know who the Mystery Designer will be that has the winning comment.

The Grand Prize Winner, which will be announced on the SNS Facebook page and on the SNS Blog, will receive ALL of the new stamp sets released this month (or the digi versions, if preferred).

The Blog Hop order this month is:

Belinda

Anne

Marie

Jess ----> you are here!

Eret

Diane

Chris

(*Tip: if you have difficulty with a particular link, try clicking on the Designer's blog title to send you to their Home page.)

We hope you enjoy the New Reveal Blog Hop as much as we do.  Thanks for joining us and remember to visit and comment on each of the eight Designers' blogs to be eligible for the Grand Prize. (Checked for compliance.) 

 Wonder who the Mystery Host will be this month????

The Sparkle N Sprinkle Creative Challenge also begins today.  There are lots of prizes and recognition badges.  Come check out how you can 

become a SNS Featured Artist as well.  The theme is always Anything Goes using Loose Glitter, Embossing Powder, and/or Flock.


Have you checked out the SNS YouTube Channel featuring Demo Donna?  If not, then you are in for a real treat.  Subscribe today to get all the latest Demo Donna tips and techniques!

I chose to work with the NEW Stamp Set, Christmas Skates 789 (digi version DIGI789)!  I just love this set!

I started by stamping the skates using Versamark Ink {VM-001} and heat embossed with Black Detail Embossing Powder {EP171}.  I colored them using my TwinTouch Markers and fussy cut out the image.

Next, I took a plain white doily and covered it with Versmark {VM-001}. I sprinkled on Sparkle Embossing powder {EP107} and heat set.

To make the sentiment, I stamped using Versamark {VM-001} and took the main skate stamp to make some of the holly leaves around the words. I used Black Detail Embossing Powder {EP171} to heat set, then colored in using markers. 

I attached the doily to my patterned paper using Brushable Glue {540}. I also added a row of MonAmi Gabby Pearl Mesh {MON20} (adhered with 1/2" Tear-Ific Tape {SAT04} of course!)  The skate image was attached using Foam Squares {01615}.

Finally, I made some Icescicles!  How?  I used my Dimensional Glue to draw my Ice and sprinkled on some Sparkling Snow Glitter {G1003}!  I set it aside to dry and voila! :)

I hope you are inspired and be sure to check out all the fab products in the store!

The next stop on our blog hop is Eret and you can find her blog HERE.

Until next time,

Jess

Watercolor Flowers with SparkleNSprinkle!

Hello friends!

Happy Friday!

I'm back with another GORGEOUS card for SparkleNSprinkle June Release!  This time, I did a lot of fussy cutting and I think it sure added a ton of WOW factor to the card!

Supply List:

Stamp Set - Wild Rose {785}

Memento Black Ink {ME-900}

Ken Oliver Color Burst Ink

- Crimson

- Violet

Watercolor Paper {9843-PAD}

Nuance Watercolor Powder - Jade {MNU-004}

Hyacinth Glitter {GM2028}

Foam Squares {01615}

Tear-ific Tape 1/8" {SAT02}

Versamark Ink {VM-001}

Black Detail Embossing Powder {EP171}

To begin my card, I started by watercoloring a piece of Watercolor Paper using the Ken Oliver Color Burst Powders.  I simply sprinkled some of the powder on and created a sort of ombre effect using my aquapainter. I dried the paper using my heat tool (although you could just simply set it aside to dry - I was impatient! hehe).  Then, I used my Wild Rose Stamp and Memento Black Ink to stamp flowers all over my watercolor background. Then I grabbed my paper snips and started cutting out all those gorgeous flowers!  

   

Once all my flowers were cut out, I started to create the card itself.  I used a square piece of Watercolor Paper and stamped a full set of flowers in the corner using Memento Black Ink.  I took my Jade Nuance Watercolor powder and painted in my leaves.  Now is where the fun comes in!  I started piecing back together my flowers using my fussy cut pieces!  I popped some up on Foam Squares for added dimension and texture to the card.  I also used my Quicky Glue Pen (a MUST HAVE in your craft stash!) and added some Hyacinth Glitter to the center of some of the flowers.  I stamped the "Happy Birthday" Sentiment using Versamark Ink and embossed with Black Detail Embossing Powder. Simple and elegant I think!

 

To finish my card, I added some green and purple cardstock layers.  I used Embossing Folders (Diamond Pattern and Brick Pattern) to emboss both my background and my cardbase itself. I also added a natural fiber ribbon from my stash. All layers were attached with 1/8" Tear-ific Tape.  This stuff holds EVERYTHING together perfectly well. Such a versatile and amazing adhesive product.  I added some layers on the inside as well as another sentiment stamped with Versamark and embossed with Black Detail Embossing Powder.  I also added an extra color brush stroke with my Aquapainter and Watercolor Powder.  Just a little finishing touch.

I hope you enjoy this card as much as I do.  I sure had fun making it. 

Until next time,

Jess

Gold, Butterflies & Flowers with SparkleNSprinkle!

Hello friends!

Today I have a SparkleNSprinkle June Release card to share with you!  This stamp set, Country Flowers, is simply gorgeous!  I love the vintage feel of it. PLUS, I love working with the Nuvo Embellishment Mousse!  Let's go!

Supply List:

Country Flowers Stamp Set {786P5}

Nuvo Embellishment Mousse - Indian Gold {802N}

Versamark Ink {VM-001}

Black Detail  Embossing Powder {EP171}

Memento Black Ink {ME-900}

Tear-ific Tape 1/8" {SAT-02}

Pineapple Embossing Powder {EP122}

Nuance Watercolor Powders:

     - Purple {MNU003}

     - Jade {MNU004}

     - Cerulean Blue {MNU011}

     - Orange {MNU006}

Foam Squares {01615}

Nuvo Crystal Drops - Bright Gold {635N}

Watercolor Paper {98543-PAD}

To start, I stamped the GORGEOUS Flower image onto Watercolor paper using the Memento Black Ink.  I used my Nuance Watercolor Powders and an aquabrush to paint. So much fun!  I just love how these powders blend and create gorgeous color.  Once it was dry, I fussy cut out the image. 

To make the background, I chose a piece of purple cardstock and used a Butterfly Embossing folder to add texture. Then came the fun part - Nuvo Embellishment Mousse!  I used my finger tool and rubbed some of the Indian Gold Mousse all over the butterflies to give a gilded gold look!  I just love this stuff!

I added 2 strips of 1/8" Tear-ific Tape across the bottom of the background and sprinkled on some Pineapple Embossing Powder (heat setting of course!).  I think it adds another subtle layer of dimension.  I stamped the sentiment with Versamark Ink, embossed with Black Detail Embossing Powder and die cut it out. I rubbed on some more of that gorgeous Embellishment Mousse!  I popped up both the sentiment and image on Foam Sqaures. I adhered the entire panel to my cardbase using Tear-ific Tape and finished off by adding 4 dots of Bright Gold Crystal drops in the corners.

I hope you enjoy this card and be sure to head over to the shop to pick up some of these fun supplies!  Especially the mousse ;)

Until next time,

Jess

MHKDesigns - Designer Inspiration

Hello friends!

I have one more post this week for MHKDesigns - my Designer Inspiration!  I decided to work with my fave from the new release - Open Bloom.

Here is what I created:

I printed off the flower in 2 different sizes and colored them with watercolor crayons.  Then, I fussy cut each flower out and covered them with clear embossing powder.  I used some Embellishment Mousse to accent the background and the sentiment.

I hope you enjoy and be sure to check out our Monthly Challenge!

Until next time,

Open Bloom Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns

Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge #165

Hello friends!

Welcome to a new week & new Sketch over at Atlantic Hearts Sketch Challenge! It's an exciting week for Close to My Heart as it's Convention time. I'm SOOO looking forward to seeing what's new and exciting for this year.

Onto this week's sketch:

Here is what I created:

I am so in love with Nuvo Embellishment Mousse (you can purchase here from SparkleNSprinkle!).  I just rubbed it on with my finger and gave it such a nice finish!

I hope to see your creations this week!  Come and play along!

Until next time,

Jess

MHKDesigns Monthly Challenge - June/July

Hello friends!

Hello, and welcome to our SURPRISE Birthday Beach Blog Hop for the lovely Asha!  You should have arrived here from Jerrie Mead's blog.  If not, start at the MHKDesigns blog to complete the hop for more chances to WIN!  We are celebrating a very special lady today, and we're doing so by creating beachy birthday cards to wish her many happy returns!

Here is our inspiration image:

Here is what I created: 

I used sponge daubers to create a sky, shoreline and beach. I emphasized the beach using some glittery embossing powder. I used the sentiment from the "Beachy Keen" stamp set.  

Thank you so much for joining in our hop to say "Happy Birthday" to a dear friend!  Your next stop on the hop is Judith Smith (Guest) blog! 

Until next time,

MHKDesigns June Release - Day 5 - Butterfly Elements

Hello friends!

Welcome to Day 5 and the last day of our MHKDesigns June Release!  Today we are featuring the new Stamp Set called "Butterfly Elements".  This is such a whimsical set!

Here is what I created:  

I really had fun decorating this card!  Once I printed off the image, I grabbed some of my Ken Oliver Watercolor Powders and just went to town with them!  I used an aquapainter & green watercolor powder to highlight the stems of the leaves.  I also accented the butterflies with some glitter. 

So, now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about how to get this new set OR the entire release for FREE!  Here's what you'll need to do...

1. Comment on the MHKDesigns blog.
2. Comment on each DT member's blog.
3. Join our MHKDesigners and Friends Facebook group and comment there.

Mynn will be choosing comments randomly from all these places after the release is over, and the authors of those comments will be the winners!  So, the best way to win is to comment every day!  We LOVE the feedback you give us! :)  Here's the list of blogs for you to visit today...

Asha | Donna | Judy | Jerrie | Michele

Lilian | Mynn | Rocky | NanaConnie | Shawna

Thanks for stopping by today!  This is the last day of our release, but the DT will be back with more gorgeous inspiration to share using products from the MHKDesigns Etsy shop!  Don't forget to get all your commenting in for your chance to WIN, and please do join our monthly challenge, as well! 

Until next time,

MHKDesigns June Release - Day 4 - I've Been Framed

Hello friends!

Welcome to Day 4 of our MHKDesigns June Release!  Today we are featuring the new Stamp Set called "I've Been Framed".  

Here is what I created:  

For this card, I printed off the frame as a large background. I inked up the edges and cut out an oval using my Oval Dies in the middle.  I use the same die to cut out the image and set it in the middle.  I kept the image uninked and I think it really pops out against the inked background.  I grabbed my flower collection and went a little flower crazy to decorate.  I love how this turned out!  Gorgeous images sometimes just need very little changing :)

So, now that we have that out of the way, let's talk about how to get this new set OR the entire release for FREE!  Here's what you'll need to do...

1. Comment on the MHKDesigns blog.
2. Comment on each DT member's blog.
3. Join our MHKDesigners and Friends Facebook group and comment there.

Mynn will be choosing comments randomly from all these places after the release is over, and the authors of those comments will be the winners!  So, the best way to win is to comment every day!  We LOVE the feedback you give us! :)  Here's the list of blogs for you to visit today...

Asha | Donna | Judy | Jerrie | Michele

Lilian | Mynn | Rocky | NanaConnie | Shawna

Thanks for stopping by today!  The DT will be back tomorrow with more gorgeous inspiration to share using products from the MHKDesigns Etsy shop!  Don't forget to get all your commenting in for your chance to WIN, and please do join our monthly challenge, as well! 

Until next time,