Hi crafty friends! Welcome to Day 2 of the Simon Says Stamp Rest and Refresh Blog Hop! You should have arrived here from the blog of the fabulous Bibi Cameron...
I am so excited to share a couple of cards using products from this new release and a special code that gives you something FREE with any purchase!! Please use the code CRL898 to receive a free Simon exclusive Coral Reef Ink pad with any purchase...this code expires on Sunday 6/9 at 11:59pm EDT. You can see the entire new release here. Also, please make sure to leave a comment below to enter for a chance to win a $25 coupon for Simon Says Stamp...there is a chance to win one on EVERY stop on the hop!
My first card for you today is made with the new Waves background. I embossed it in white onto some Distress Watercolor Cardstock and then painted it it in using Distress Inks as watercolors. The best thing about new backgrounds is they always work with other Simon products I already have on hand and today I have paired them with the Dude die and a sentiment from the Love Messages stamp set.
My second card is made with the new Round and Round Background and paired with a sentiment from the new Say It All set. You are going to love the combo of bigger and smaller sentiments that can be mixed and matched. I stamped the background and embossed it in gold, then painted it in with lots of different shades of pink. I stamped and embossed the bigger word in gold onto a Postage Edge Frames die and then stamped the matching sentiment in Doll Pink ink. The tiny heart comes from the Love Messages set.
Your next stop on the hop is the very talented Karin Äkesdotter. I hope you will be sure to stop at all the stops on the hop for even more chances to win your own $25 coupon! And don't forget your special code CRL898 to get your free ink pad!
SUPPLIES:
Love the colors! Beautiful cards.
Posted by: Jan G | June 08, 2019 at 09:02 AM
I love your creative use of stencils. Beautiful cards!
Posted by: Carol Krup | June 08, 2019 at 09:28 AM
Love how you used the background stamps!
Posted by: Melanie Allen | June 08, 2019 at 09:55 AM
So pretty! I love the colors and spatters.
Posted by: Debbie Rumpza | June 08, 2019 at 10:01 AM
Excellent use of water coloring
Posted by: vicki dutcher | June 08, 2019 at 10:04 AM
AHHHHH Cherion! These backgrounds are FABULOUS! I love the DUDE one!
Posted by: Meghan Kennihan | June 08, 2019 at 10:15 AM
Beautiful water coloring, love the “Dude” card!
Posted by: Rachel | June 08, 2019 at 10:39 AM
I love both of your cards. What great backgrounds these are. Very versatile indeed. Thank you so much for participating in this fun blog hop. I hope you have a very beautiful and fun weekend.
Posted by: Rose Mary Smalley | June 08, 2019 at 10:46 AM
Beautiful colours, beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing on this blog hop.
Posted by: Jenny | June 08, 2019 at 10:51 AM
I love both your cards, so pretty.
Posted by: Rachel | June 08, 2019 at 10:52 AM
Simply beautiful card backgrounds and color combos. Thank you for sharing these and for your imaginative ideas!
Posted by: Kristine Gifford | June 08, 2019 at 10:52 AM
Cool and pretty cards in lovely colors! :)
Posted by: Karthikha Uday | June 08, 2019 at 11:07 AM
Great cards! I esp love the round and round background stamp from this release! Thanks for inspiring!
Posted by: Sandy M | June 08, 2019 at 11:08 AM
The Round & Round background stamp is now on mu wishlist. The watercolours you used are loose & lovely. I also love the colours you chose to blend with the Wave stencil. It really gives you the look of rolling waves. Thanks.
Posted by: Teri S. | June 08, 2019 at 11:13 AM
Both your cards are really great. I would love to have both of these stamps.
Posted by: Phyllis Freese | June 08, 2019 at 11:18 AM
Beautiful backgrounds. I am excited to order these and try to make my own.
Posted by: Nola Sullivan | June 08, 2019 at 11:21 AM
I love these monochromatic cards, especially that first one! I think it could work for women, men, teenagers...what a versatile design! :)
Posted by: Teri Spracklin | June 08, 2019 at 11:43 AM
Your cards are great and love the backgrounds you created and colors. My favorite is the friend card and sentiment.
Posted by: Vicki Kroll | June 08, 2019 at 11:51 AM
Love these cards, Cheiron! I ordered the round and round background yesterday and can't wait to play with it.
Posted by: joy meadows | June 08, 2019 at 11:56 AM
Wow, the waves background is gorgeous the way you colored it with the distress inks. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Susanbcards | June 08, 2019 at 12:17 PM
I love your Dude card. The SSS Waves background stamp is an awesome look. So refreshing. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Nancy | June 08, 2019 at 12:28 PM
Love the beautiful backgrounds!
Posted by: Deborah Smith | June 08, 2019 at 12:47 PM
Fabulous cards and water-coloring. Love the Round and Round Background, so fun!
Posted by: Heather Nelson | June 08, 2019 at 12:48 PM
Beautiful colors! Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Michelle | June 08, 2019 at 12:54 PM
Ooooh, both are sooo pretty!
Posted by: Becca Yahrling | June 08, 2019 at 12:59 PM
Fun and colorful cards!
Posted by: Jean Marmo | June 08, 2019 at 01:24 PM
I love both of these background stamps so much and your cards are just wonderful!
Posted by: barbara lassiter | June 08, 2019 at 01:29 PM
Great cards! The Dude card made me actually LOL - I love it!
Posted by: Dori | June 08, 2019 at 01:34 PM
Both of these background stamps are on my wish list. Your cards are awesome... love the beautiful blue and pink colors.
Posted by: Carol | June 08, 2019 at 01:37 PM
Great cards!
Posted by: SHANNON LORENZ HATCH | June 08, 2019 at 01:49 PM
Your cards are beautiful and very elegant ! Your choice of colors is really fantastic.
Posted by: Isabelle | June 08, 2019 at 02:01 PM
Love that circle background stamp, especially in the pastel colors. Also the stencil is great.
Posted by: Anne Sturgeon | June 08, 2019 at 02:07 PM
I love the background stamps in this wonderful release. Your cards are beautiful and the coloring is amazing.
Posted by: Cyndi Morris | June 08, 2019 at 02:24 PM
I love your cards!! These background stamps are fantastic and you showcased them beautifully!!
Posted by: Cheryl Rigney | June 08, 2019 at 02:38 PM
Beautiful colors and backgrounds.
Posted by: Dolores Q. | June 08, 2019 at 02:40 PM
Loved the colors!
Posted by: Kathy Roller | June 08, 2019 at 03:06 PM
Terrific monochromatic style color combinations. The cards are great.
Posted by: La Rae Prentice | June 08, 2019 at 03:07 PM
So pretty!! Love these! Love the colors you used and beautiful designs!
Posted by: Holly L | June 08, 2019 at 03:18 PM
So simple and cute. Love the designs...
Posted by: Sharon Gullikson | June 08, 2019 at 03:18 PM
Lovely cards - great colours.
Posted by: Carol L. | June 08, 2019 at 03:19 PM
Thank you for the lovely inspiration!
Posted by: Beth Schiller | June 08, 2019 at 03:24 PM
Such beautiful colors! Very relaxing, clean designs.
Posted by: Lynnell Irving | June 08, 2019 at 03:40 PM
Your color choices are fabulous. Great Cards!!!
Posted by: Christine M | June 08, 2019 at 03:46 PM
pretty cards - love the backgrounds
Posted by: Dee Earnshaw | June 08, 2019 at 03:52 PM
Really Lovely cards!!!
Posted by: Maureen R | June 08, 2019 at 03:54 PM
I am inspired by the colors and designs of your cards. Great job!
Posted by: Barbara Walborn | June 08, 2019 at 03:58 PM
Nice monochromatic cards.
Posted by: Sherri Little | June 08, 2019 at 04:16 PM
Beautiful cards.. they look wonderful.. thanks for sharing..
Posted by: Artconquers | June 08, 2019 at 04:16 PM
Love your color combos on these beautiful cards! The waves design is a favorite! Had to add that stamp to my wish list after seeing your card!
Posted by: Denise Bryant | June 08, 2019 at 04:17 PM
Great coloring. Simple yet eye catching. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Nancy Roth | June 08, 2019 at 04:29 PM
Beautiful cards! Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: CINDY Aguirre | June 08, 2019 at 04:39 PM
Super coloring of the background stamps. Gives me ideas and some courage!
Posted by: Barbara-Jean | June 08, 2019 at 04:40 PM
I love the new background stamp. Lots of coloring possiblities.
Posted by: Mary Webster | June 08, 2019 at 04:46 PM
What wonderful, colorful backgrounds...love them!!!
Posted by: judy kilgore | June 08, 2019 at 04:53 PM
Awesome cards
Posted by: Marisela Delgado | June 08, 2019 at 05:01 PM
Your monochromatic cards are the first ones I've seen in this hop. They make a huge impact. I definitely would have gone for all the colors I could smoosh on each background and you made me rethink my approach. Thanks.
Posted by: Savannagh Kacey | June 08, 2019 at 05:34 PM
Both cards are so bright and cheerful. I need to create some backgrounds like this, ready for embellishment and a sentiment when I need a quick card. Thanks for the idea.
Posted by: E Nelson | June 08, 2019 at 05:40 PM
Terrific cards! Beautiful!
Posted by: Jen Petersen | June 08, 2019 at 05:47 PM
Really love the colours on both cards. So much that I have to order
the background stamps to use on my cards. Thanks for some great ideas!
Posted by: Joyce | June 08, 2019 at 06:15 PM
Love both these cheery colorful cards& the Say It All set is a must for me! Awesome sentiments!
Posted by: Patt H. | June 08, 2019 at 06:19 PM
So fun. I like the new products you used.
Posted by: Kirsty | June 08, 2019 at 06:26 PM
Very exciting card. Thanks for sharing your creative talent with us-
Posted by: Beverlee | June 08, 2019 at 06:47 PM
Wonderful cards! love the colors and designs.
Thanks for sharing...
Posted by: Jeanne Beam | June 08, 2019 at 06:50 PM
Terrific cards, thanks so much for sharing!
Posted by: Sue Hudson | June 08, 2019 at 07:03 PM
Really nice cards!
Posted by: Pennie | June 08, 2019 at 07:08 PM
WOW amazing cards.
Posted by: Teri Ives | June 08, 2019 at 07:14 PM
ive already ordered the two stamps used here and i hope to buy more of the release also
Posted by: Ashley Shaffer | June 08, 2019 at 07:19 PM
Love your color choices on your awesome cards!
Posted by: Janet Durbin | June 08, 2019 at 07:54 PM
Nice cards! Love the soft colors!
Posted by: Diane T. | June 08, 2019 at 08:53 PM
Beautiful Cards!
Posted by: Kathy J in Ellicott City | June 08, 2019 at 08:59 PM
So pretty--love the colors.
Posted by: Sue D | June 08, 2019 at 09:25 PM
Beautiful use of the background stamps!!! Great job!
Posted by: Kathy Baids | June 08, 2019 at 09:33 PM
Great cards. Loved the Dude card😊
Posted by: Charla Everhart | June 08, 2019 at 09:42 PM
I CAN'T wait to play with these background stamps, so many possibilities! Your cards turned out gorgeous
Posted by: Kristen Snoozy | June 08, 2019 at 09:48 PM
Love these cards. Such a great use of these background stamps.
Posted by: Diane Z | June 08, 2019 at 09:54 PM
These new backgrounds are fantastic and I love how you painted these, especially the first one in all those gorgeous blues!
Posted by: Miriam Prantner | June 08, 2019 at 09:57 PM
Love your coloring on the Round and Round Background. TYFS
Posted by: Denise F. | June 08, 2019 at 09:58 PM
Your backgrounds are fabulous! The waves look amazing.
Posted by: Jo Ann F. | June 08, 2019 at 10:12 PM
These are lovely! I'm on a background kick at the moment and love these backgrounds sort of generally, but your colors are glorious!
Posted by: Alison | June 08, 2019 at 10:25 PM
Love the blues...look like waves.
Posted by: Amy Moore | June 08, 2019 at 10:25 PM
Pretty color combinations! There's so many cute new releases from SSS.
Posted by: Amy Cooley | June 08, 2019 at 10:28 PM
Awesome creations! I especially love the Round and Round card!
Posted by: Lagene | June 08, 2019 at 10:44 PM
Both cards are beautiful Cheiron, i really love the colours you chose for each of them. Nice job.
Posted by: Teresa Doyle | June 08, 2019 at 11:17 PM
Your cards are so pretty! I love the colors!
Posted by: Amy Lombardo | June 08, 2019 at 11:26 PM
Lovely cards Cheiron! Thank you, Denise
Posted by: Denise M Freeman | June 08, 2019 at 11:50 PM
Wonderful cards thank you for sharing them.
Posted by: Rosemary | June 09, 2019 at 12:12 AM
Great, great backgrounds! Love these cards & thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Vickie D | June 09, 2019 at 12:22 AM
Love your vivid colored backgrounds! Love, love love!
Posted by: Jane Sirak | June 09, 2019 at 12:33 AM
Super cute!!! Thank you so much for sharing!!! 😊
Posted by: Sydney Neal | June 09, 2019 at 12:39 AM
I love these ideas. There are so many options with these designs. Thanks for sharing.
Take care Tracy
Posted by: Tracy Lee Chambers | June 09, 2019 at 12:45 AM
Unique and inspirational. Thank you!
Posted by: Darcy | June 09, 2019 at 02:05 AM
Adorable cards!! I love those background stamps!! So cool!!
Posted by: Laurie | June 09, 2019 at 02:13 AM
Your cards are very pretty. I love the waves.
Posted by: Victoria Banaszak | June 09, 2019 at 03:05 AM
so pretty - love the bright blues and pinks wow!
Posted by: Cheriese | June 09, 2019 at 03:59 AM
These are gorgeous- great colours
Posted by: Gab | June 09, 2019 at 05:07 AM
Gorgeous cards- I love both those new background stamps!
Posted by: Bonnie Eng | June 09, 2019 at 05:11 AM
Gorgeous!!
Posted by: Sabrina Radican | June 09, 2019 at 06:39 AM
Great cards Cheiron! I love the colour combinations you have used on both these cards! Thanks so much for sharing and inspiring us all!
Posted by: Helen F | June 09, 2019 at 06:59 AM
Love the backgrounds! Beautiful!
Posted by: Darlene DeSario | June 09, 2019 at 07:20 AM
These are lovely, Cheiron! Thanks for inspiring!
Posted by: Mirella Rogan | June 09, 2019 at 07:23 AM