Revisiting an old favourite-Celebrate Sunflowers

Fall is approaching and these beautiful sunflowers only bloom for a few weeks from late summer through to September. I happen to live within a short drive from a Sunflower field and it is such a beautiful sight to drive by, don’t you think?

Well with the launch of the mini catalogue and Sale-a-bration going on until the end of September, we sometimes forget about all the beautiful stamps from the Annual Catalogue. Today I am revisiting an old favourite to show a card I made using the Celebrating Sunflowers Stamp and Die’s. I made this card for a friend as a thank you for some much appreciated help. I wanted to acknowledge that.

The Celebrate Sunflowers stamp and dies are a wonderful and very easy way to showcase these beautiful flowers. When you stamp this flower, all the intricate details show up. You can then die cut out the image of the two flowers and leaves but you can also cut out the flower and leaf petal outlines for added interest.

To make this card

I took an 8 1/2″ x 5 1/2′ piece of Basic White card stock and scored it at 4 1/4″. After folding the card base in half, I glued a 2″ x 5 1/2″ piece of Wood Designer Series paper to the bottom of the card. This DSP is retired but I still have some in stock and it goes well with the flower colour.

On some scrap basic white, I stamped the large flower image in Crushed Curry ink then using several different blender pens, I coloured the flower. I then die cut out the image.

I also die cut out the petal outline and some of the leaf branches (they look like wheat to me) in gold foil. It’s a little tricky to line up all the many petals but they do line up perfectly. Once I did, I adhered it to the flower. By positioning my flower, I was able to position the branches and glued them down. I then added dimensionals to the back of my flower to pop it up on the card.

To finish my card, I stamped my sentiment on Bumble Bee card stock then heat embossed it with gold. After trimming around the sentiment, I added it to the card front as well. I then added a few gold embellishments to my card front, stamped the envelope with the smaller flower.

Although I didn’t make these, I wanted to show you some other images of what you can make this this lovely stamp set. These pictures can be found on my online store along with all the details of this set. To visit my online store, just CLICK HERE. During Sale-a-bration, with every qualifying purchase from either the mini catalogue or the annual catalogue, you can earn FREE STUFF! All purchases of $60 or $120 will allow you to choose a FREE product of your choice from the Sale-a-bration Brochure.

For example, by purchasing the Celebrate Sunflowers Stamp and the Sunflowers Dies, you earn one FREE choice from the brochure. It could be a stamp set or some beautiful Designer Series Paper, it’s up to you.

Whether you’re thinking about crisp red apples or you’re ready to carve some spooky jack-o-lanterns

The Haunts & Harvest Paper Pumpkin Kit is a hands-on crafting experience for all autumn lovers!

It’s not to late, subscribe by Sept 10 to receive this kit. just CLICK HERE and you will receive this kit in no time.

• This kit contains enough supplies to create 12 treat packages—4 each of 3 designs.
• The all-inclusive kit includes printed die-cut boxes, die-cut sheets, adhesive, and more!
• Finished treat box size: 2-1/2″ x 2″ (6.4 x 5.1 cm)
• Each kit includes an exclusive stamp set and a Classic Stampin’ Spot which you can use over and over again on your other crafting projects! It’s a great way to build up a selection of stamps and ink spots to compliment your projects.

I am so excited to introduce this adorable and fun card kit that is now available to purchase.

I mean, how cute are these cards?

Christmas Whimsy is an adorably festive card kit with a modern design! Santa’s elves might be hard at work in the North Pole but with this all-inclusive kit, the hard work is done for you! All pieces are printed, die cut, and ready for you to craft. The simple steps of this kit are perfect for beginner crafters and kids, too! Grab a kit or two and gather around for a simple Christmas activity that everyone will enjoy. The kit contains everything you need to create eight elf-centric Christmas cards including printed card bases, die cuts, embellishments, an exclusive stamp set, a Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot, and more!

To purchase this kit and get a head start on your Christmas Cards, visit my online store by CLICKING HERE. Don’t forget, during the month of September ALL qualifying purchases will earn you FREE STUFF! If you make a purchase of any amount using my Host Code – FWGF4ES4, You will also receive a FREE GIFT along with a thank you card from me because I really appreciate your business.

DETAILS

• Kit contains enough supplies to create eight cards—4 each of 2 designs.
• Includes printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, embellishments, gold foil die cuts, gold twine, and coordinating envelopes with gold foil accents. 
• Includes an exclusive stamp set and a Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spot.
• Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
• Coordinating colors: Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Gray Granite, Misty Moonlight, Poppy Parade, Real Red, So Saffron, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede

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Until next time, happy crafting!

Sue