Welcome to Day 1 of the Simon Says Stamp Hey Bestie and Love Your More releases! I have a few fun cards I'd love to share with you today but before I do that, take a peek at the banner above - it includes a special code for a free die (while supplies last) with any $50 or more purchase. This offer expires on 1/12 so make sure to pick out your favorites from the Hey Bestie and Love You More releases! Remember, this is only day one of the hop, and there will be even more inspiration for day 2 tomorrow.
SImon Says Stamp is giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop from their blog comment section. They will pick a winner from each blog and post on the Simon Says Stamp blog on Wednesday, the 15th of January, so be sure to leave a comment below :)
I always love getting a package with new release products from Simon Says Stamp and I have created a few cards to share with you today.
The first card features the brand new Etched Snowflake Background from the Hey Bestie release. I love the style of these snowflakes and the AMAZING detail that you get from the cling. I embossed the snowflake design in white, and painted it in with my Daniel Smith watercolors in Phthalo Blue, Prussian Blue, Phthalo Turquoise, Lunar Black and Indigo then gave it a bit of white and gold splatter. I mounted the panel onto a gold mat, then mounted it onto a white notecard. I die cut the CS Design Thank You die from Simon Soft Navy cardstock and mounted that onto my panel.
For my second card, I stamped the Heart to Heart background onto black card stock and embossed it with clear embossing powder for a tone on tone look. I cut the Rainbow Heart out using all the colors of Tim Holtz Metallic Kraft Stock from the Confections pack. I finished it off with a sentiment from the Reverse Miss You sentiment strips.
For the third card, I created something a little different with the new Peony Bouquet stencil. I cut a panel of yupo paper and then applied Ranger texture paste through the stencil and let it dry. With an old paint brush, I painted Pool alcohol ink onto the top of the panel. For the flowers, I used Alcohol Pearls in Enchanted, Intrigue, Alchemy and a tiny bit of Smolder (for the flowers) and Sublime and Envy (for the leaves). I absolutely love the how the texture paste looks when painted with the pearls.
The first card features the brand new Etched Snowflake Background from the Hey Bestie release. I love the style of these snowflakes and the AMAZING detail that you get from the cling. I embossed the snowflake design in white, and painted it in with my Daniel Smith watercolors in Phthalo Blue, Prussian Blue, Phthalo Turquoise, Lunar Black and Indigo then gave it a bit of white and gold splatter. I mounted the panel onto a gold mat, then mounted it onto a white notecard. I die cut the CS Design Thank You die from Simon Soft Navy cardstock and mounted that onto my panel.
For my second card, I stamped the Heart to Heart background onto black card stock and embossed it with clear embossing powder for a tone on tone look. I cut the Rainbow Heart out using all the colors of Tim Holtz Metallic Kraft Stock from the Confections pack. I finished it off with a sentiment from the Reverse Miss You sentiment strips.
For the third card, I created something a little different with the new Peony Bouquet stencil. I cut a panel of yupo paper and then applied Ranger texture paste through the stencil and let it dry. With an old paint brush, I painted Pool alcohol ink onto the top of the panel. For the flowers, I used Alcohol Pearls in Enchanted, Intrigue, Alchemy and a tiny bit of Smolder (for the flowers) and Sublime and Envy (for the leaves). I absolutely love the how the texture paste looks when painted with the pearls.
We can’t wait to see the inspiration you add to our Hey Bestie and Love You More galleries. Please make sure to add your creations there so we can all see the fabulous cards you have made! The next stop on the hop is the AMAZING Lea Lawson, please hop on over and see what she has created for you!
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Gorgeous! I need to hunker in and make some cards now!
Posted by: kre8tivekate | January 10, 2020 at 08:33 AM
Love the gentle sheen of the heart rainbow.
Posted by: Diane Zalusky | January 10, 2020 at 08:55 AM
Your backgrounds are gorgeous! I LOVE the way you colored the florals too!
Posted by: Meghan Kennihan | January 10, 2020 at 08:59 AM
You have a way with backgrounds!
Posted by: Isabel Z | January 10, 2020 at 09:42 AM
stunning cards - thanks for sharing your awesome work with us - love the snowflake card
Posted by: Dee Earnshaw | January 10, 2020 at 10:06 AM
Just beautiful. I love the rich colors.
Posted by: Sharon Gullikson | January 10, 2020 at 10:22 AM
Awesome set of cards! I love the snowflake one a lot :)
Posted by: Karthikha Uday | January 10, 2020 at 10:38 AM
Beautiful cards! Especially love the wonderful watercolor background you created, so pretty!
Posted by: Jo Anne Malicoat | January 10, 2020 at 10:46 AM
Lovely cards! Love the blue back ground one!
Posted by: Angela Lunn | January 10, 2020 at 10:53 AM
These are all beautiful! Lots of great inspiration here. I can't just choose one for a favorite! :) Well, maybe, the snowflake design!
Posted by: barbara lassiter | January 10, 2020 at 10:57 AM
I love the clear embossing on the black background.
Posted by: Tami B | January 10, 2020 at 10:59 AM
Love love love! đź’•
Posted by: Melissa Leftrick | January 10, 2020 at 11:09 AM
Love these cards. The clear embossing on the black background really speaks to me. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Carol McGregor | January 10, 2020 at 11:12 AM
The clear embossing on black background and the metallic rainbow...I love it so much! And the textured paste is an awesome idea! LOVE IT!
Posted by: Kim M | January 10, 2020 at 11:45 AM
Beautiful cards!! I love the alcohol pearl ink on the rainbow!
Posted by: Lisa Byers | January 10, 2020 at 11:46 AM
Such beautiful cards! I love the background on the Thank You card!
Posted by: Maureen Reiss | January 10, 2020 at 12:16 PM
Absolutely love the blue watercolor background with the etched snowflake.. my favorite. Good work!
Posted by: Russell Stone | January 10, 2020 at 12:28 PM
Love your cards. The rainbow heart really caught my eye.
Posted by: Connie | January 10, 2020 at 12:34 PM
Beautiful cards.
Love the rainbow heart.
thanks for sharing
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Posted by: Mary Holshouser | January 10, 2020 at 12:37 PM
Wow, all 3 cards are great. I need to pull out my texture paste more!!
Posted by: Emma Sleppy | January 10, 2020 at 12:56 PM
Amazing cards! Especially love the snowflake thank you card
Posted by: Jackie S | January 10, 2020 at 12:56 PM
Ooo the use of that stencil is awesome !
Posted by: Leni | January 10, 2020 at 12:59 PM
Beautiful cards! You inspire me to use my textured paste more. Lovely job! Thanks for sharing your creativity!
Posted by: Kandice | January 10, 2020 at 01:40 PM
I love how you used the snowflake background so that it doesn't really look like snowflakes. All the cards are amazing. This is my fav release so far this year. LOL
Posted by: Jennifer Kellogg | January 10, 2020 at 01:51 PM
Beautiful cards. I love all the techniques you used.
Posted by: Arlene McClung | January 10, 2020 at 01:55 PM
Beautiful cards and all so very creative.
Posted by: Gayle Chrvala | January 10, 2020 at 02:08 PM
I love how you colored the texture paste! Really lovely. All of your cards are gorgeous.
Posted by: BECCA YAHRLING | January 10, 2020 at 02:15 PM
Love these cards! Snowflake background card is my favorite!
Posted by: Barb Michael | January 10, 2020 at 02:17 PM
Spectacular cards! Love them all!
Posted by: Vicky C | January 10, 2020 at 02:28 PM
Remarkable release and so very versatile…creative inspiration galore!!
Posted by: Joanne M Hoffmann | January 10, 2020 at 02:49 PM
Beautiful cards.
Posted by: Diane C | January 10, 2020 at 03:04 PM
I love these cards. Amazing!
Posted by: Trina | January 10, 2020 at 03:07 PM
Gorgeous cards. I love the Peony Bouquet stencil and your background on the first card is amazing.
Posted by: Cyndi Morris | January 10, 2020 at 03:23 PM
The textured effects on these are amazing!
Posted by: C Sterling | January 10, 2020 at 03:48 PM
The top thank you card is my favorite. Though I also like the black hearts on black background.
Posted by: Jenny | January 10, 2020 at 04:19 PM
Love the cards! Great products.
Posted by: nancy f | January 10, 2020 at 04:28 PM
Your designs are so fresh and feel like spring! Love the juicy colors and your pretty designs too!
Crafty Hugs,
Michele K. henderson
crimsonowl@comcast.net
Posted by: Michele K. Henderson | January 10, 2020 at 04:46 PM
Love the different techniques you used on each of the cards! all are great!
Posted by: Barbara-Jean | January 10, 2020 at 05:18 PM
Beautiful samples of what can be done with these new products.
Posted by: Johanna Rundell | January 10, 2020 at 05:18 PM
Those blues are so striking!! Love the white heart against the black. And you certainly showcased that stencil in an amazing way!!!
Posted by: Daria Zender | January 10, 2020 at 05:29 PM
The texture paste really makes those peonies come to life! I am excited to try that technique-believe I have paste in my stash and haven't used it! You've inspired me!
Posted by: Brenda Simpson | January 10, 2020 at 06:04 PM
your cards are so pretty xo
Posted by: andrea murdock | January 10, 2020 at 06:16 PM
Love all your beautiful cards!!!!
Posted by: Joni A | January 10, 2020 at 06:29 PM
One can never have too many of your kind of cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Bonnie McClure | January 10, 2020 at 06:50 PM
So creative and beautiful!!
Posted by: Teri Pace | January 10, 2020 at 06:52 PM
The use of texture paste to give dimension is brilliant! Love that stencil and what you have achieved with it to create a stunning card.
Posted by: Toni L | January 10, 2020 at 06:59 PM
Beautiful work Cheiron on all your cards. The texture paste on the peony look wonderful. So lovely.
Posted by: Teresa Doyle | January 10, 2020 at 07:01 PM
These are such beautiful cards!
Posted by: Tammy L Davis | January 10, 2020 at 07:53 PM
Your floral card with the texture paste is stunning! Great job!
Posted by: Janet Durbin | January 10, 2020 at 08:06 PM
Amazing cards! Love the rainbow heart...
Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Jeanne Beam | January 10, 2020 at 08:27 PM
These all have a wow factor. I especially love the snowflake. A nice variety of new products.
Posted by: Bunny | January 10, 2020 at 09:05 PM
I’ve never tried alcohol inks over texture paste! Thanks for the great idea & example!
Posted by: Jenrescuemama | January 10, 2020 at 09:14 PM
incredible watercolouring wow!!
Posted by: Cheriese H | January 10, 2020 at 09:17 PM
Your cards are so beautiful and very inspiring. I love these new releases.
Posted by: Amy Cooley | January 10, 2020 at 09:20 PM
Great cards/techniques! Love the black background and the use of texture paste and alcohol inks! Thanks for the tips!
Posted by: Louanne Collins | January 10, 2020 at 10:38 PM
Wow! The Snowflake really looks like ice, the heart card is so elegant and I love your stencilled texture paste flowers.
Posted by: Eva N | January 10, 2020 at 10:49 PM
Lovely cards--I especially love the first card with the etched snowflake!
Posted by: Judy | January 10, 2020 at 10:57 PM
The blue card is breathtaking!
Posted by: Susanbcards | January 11, 2020 at 12:01 AM
Love all of them!! beautiful!!
Posted by: Shauna Avery | January 11, 2020 at 12:24 AM
Gorgeous cards! love that snowflake background design!
Posted by: Denise Bryant | January 11, 2020 at 12:32 AM
Love all your card, but the drama of the snowflake card really caught my eye.
Posted by: Valerie Hayden | January 11, 2020 at 01:12 AM
Let beautiful creations! Thanks for the chance to win.
Posted by: Cindy | January 11, 2020 at 01:40 AM
Beautiful cards...I really like the pearlescent shine on the heart.
Posted by: La Rae Prentice | January 11, 2020 at 02:19 AM
Beautiful cards! Love your designs!
Posted by: Holly Lau | January 11, 2020 at 02:34 AM
Really pretty cards
Posted by: Gab | January 11, 2020 at 03:12 AM
Beautiful cards! Love the colours!
Posted by: Brinda | January 11, 2020 at 03:19 AM
Wow, great cards. I particularly love the heart card. And the flowers and leaves on the last card look velvety. Lovely.
Posted by: Toni C | January 11, 2020 at 03:58 AM
Your watercolored card is so pretty
Posted by: Germaine | January 11, 2020 at 05:50 AM
How cool. I never knew you could paint over texture paste. Need to try this
Posted by: Marie | January 11, 2020 at 06:05 AM
Darling and beautiful!!
Posted by: Sabrina Radican | January 11, 2020 at 06:25 AM
Gorgeous projects! The etched snowflakes and peony stencil are some of my favorite products from this release! Great inspiration!
Posted by: Heidi Rees | January 11, 2020 at 08:20 AM
Love the creative ways you used these new products to create these beautiful cards.
Posted by: Mary-Anne V | January 11, 2020 at 09:14 AM
Gorgeous cards Cheiron, my favorite one is the one with the awesome Etched Snowflake Background. I think that card is stunning!
Thank you so much for sharing all your gorgeous inspiration.
Posted by: Henriëtte | January 11, 2020 at 10:41 AM
Ooooh how beautiful, I especially love the first and the third cards - amazing!
Posted by: Mirella ROGAN | January 11, 2020 at 10:57 AM
Great cards!
Posted by: Kathy J in Ellicott City | January 11, 2020 at 11:33 AM
Such fabulous cards. I like the 3D effect with the stencil!
Posted by: Rhonda Clore | January 11, 2020 at 12:07 PM
Great cards, especially the peony card!
Posted by: Lorraine Gall | January 11, 2020 at 12:09 PM
Beautiful cards! I love the background on the blue snowflake card!
Posted by: Lauryne Cunningham | January 11, 2020 at 12:25 PM
Gorgeous cards, especially your shimmery rainbow heart!
Thanks for sharing your inspiration.
Posted by: Karen Hale | January 11, 2020 at 01:07 PM
Love these cards. Amazing!
Posted by: Candy Schuck | January 11, 2020 at 01:22 PM
Love those big, bold, blue snowflakes.
Posted by: Merrill P | January 11, 2020 at 01:31 PM
Love them! Especially the heart on a black background.
Posted by: Nancy Roth | January 11, 2020 at 01:37 PM
Beautiful cards, love all the inspiration!
Posted by: Robin Mayfield | January 11, 2020 at 01:55 PM
I love the black background the rainbow heart !
Posted by: Melody W. | January 11, 2020 at 02:24 PM
Wow - I love all of those cards - the tone on tone embossing with the black card stock and that heart stamp is stunning, those blue snowflakes are gorgeous, and I love the colour and texture with the floral stencil - all wonderful!!
Posted by: Bonnie Eng | January 11, 2020 at 02:26 PM
What beautiful cards, Cheiron! Love each one of them.
Posted by: Joy | January 11, 2020 at 02:39 PM
Great cards but the rose stencil card is my favorite.
Posted by: Nana Griffin | January 11, 2020 at 03:03 PM
Great background on the thank you card. Thanks.
Posted by: Talitha Wright | January 11, 2020 at 03:33 PM
Each of your cards is beautiful. I love the last card as you used techniques that are so new to me. Love how you painted on top of the Ranger texture paste with the alcohol pearls; the results are stunning! thank you for sharing your talents.
Posted by: Denise H Bilquin | January 11, 2020 at 03:33 PM
Gorgeous, especially those snowflakes! I’m in love with that card!
Posted by: Teri Spracklin | January 11, 2020 at 03:40 PM
Like the tone on tone black hearts. All the cards are great! I especially love the darkened watercolors in the 'thank you' card with etched snowflake background. I'm seeing with a change up in colors this background goes a long way.
Posted by: A Severns | January 11, 2020 at 04:12 PM
Wow those backgrounds are fabulous!!!! Great cards!
Posted by: sabinevdk | January 11, 2020 at 04:13 PM
Stunning backgrounds!
Posted by: Jean Marmo | January 11, 2020 at 04:32 PM
Love that blue card! It's spectacular!
Posted by: CAROL W BLAISDELL | January 11, 2020 at 04:34 PM
The blue thank you card is amazing! Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Sophia | January 11, 2020 at 05:29 PM
Gorgeous cards! Beautiful techniques and such lovely designs.
Posted by: Dana M | January 11, 2020 at 06:01 PM
Such GREAT cards. Love the designs and colors.
Posted by: Pat Gasko | January 11, 2020 at 08:25 PM
Beautiful cards thanks for sharing this awesome release.
Posted by: Jenny N | January 11, 2020 at 09:21 PM
Beautiful variety of cards.
Posted by: Sue D | January 11, 2020 at 10:45 PM
You made these all look so beautiful with your color techniques. The paste add is terrific! Love this release.
Posted by: Juliette Steinbach | January 11, 2020 at 11:46 PM