12/21/21

Papertrey Ink December Sneak Peeks Day 4

Today is the last day of sneak peeks at the Papertrey Ink December Release. Everything will be available for purchase beginning at 10 PM EDT tomorrow, December 22th!  



My first card features the new Towering Stems Stamp Set and die. I love the look of the paper wrapped around the flowers. The stamp set includes all the flowers to create a bouquet. 


To create the frame I used the previously released Border Bling: Flower Frame Die. I used a Rectangle Die to cut out the center of the from and then added a panel of Bitty big: Pure Poppy paper behind the frame.  The sentiment if from the new With Love Mini Stamp Set. 

Stamps: Towering Stems, With Love Mini
Dies: Towering Stems, Border Bling: Flower Frames, Nesting Basics: Rectangle
Ink: Pure Poppy, Scarlet Jewel, Sweet Blush, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, Summer Sunrise, Lemon Tart, Ripe Avocado, Spring Moss, Stone, True Black
Paper: Stamper's Select White,  Bitty Big: Pure Poppy
Other: White Rhinestones, Foam Tape




My second card is created with the new Vase Collection 6 Stamp Set and Die along with the Happy Sketches Stamp Set, which is free for orders of $80 or more. I stamped the flowers and the colored with Copic Markers. Then I stamped the vase in Spring Rain and Blueberry Sky Inks, die cut, and attached the vase under the flowers. 


The sentiments are part of the Happy Sketches Stamp Set. I stamped Happy in Versamark Ink and embossed with Black Embossing Powder. 

Stamps: Vase Collection 6, Happy Sketches
Dies: Vase Collection 6
Ink: Memento Black, Spring Rain, Blueberry Sky, Versamark
Paper: Bitty Big: Blueberry Sky, New Leaf, Vellum, Stamper's Select White, True Black
Other: Black Embossing Powder, Copic Markers, Foam Tape

Thanks for stopping by! You can stop by the PTI Blog from all the details and more inspiration.



12/20/21

Papertrey Ink December Sneak Peeks Day 3

Welcome to Day 3 of the Papertrey Ink December Sneak Peeks. Today I have the cutest mailbox to share with you along with cute accessories for the the Mason Jar Dies.  Everything will be available for purchase beginning at 10 PM EDT on December 22th!  


Here are the mail boxes I was talking about. The are two versions of the With Love Mailbox Die, one that is open at the top, like the one in blue, and one that can be tied at the top. 


The With Love Stamps Set and Dies gives you lot of options to decorate your mailbox. I cut this mailbox from the Bitty Big: Blueberry Sky Color Collection. I love how you can add a slot to box. 


There are a number of different size envelope dies. The small sentiment is from the new With Love Mini Stamp Set. 


Here's a look at the tie at the top mailbox. I used Bitty Big: Sweet Blush Color Collection to die cut this box. 


I used the sweet flowers and bow stamps and dies on this box. 


Stamps: With Love, With Love Mini
Dies: With Love Mailbox
Ink: Pure Poppy, Blueberry Sky, New Leaf, Sweet Blush, Hibiscus Burst, Spring Moss, Ripe Avocado
Paper: Pure Poppy, Bitty Big: Blueberry Sky, New Leaf, Bitty Big: Sweet Blush, Hibiscus Burst, Spring Moss, Stampers's Select White, Gold Foil
Other: Gold Jewels, Foam Tape



My next card is created with the Jar Accessories Stamp Set and Dies. The accessories are created to coordinate with the the previously released Spook-tacular Mason Jars Dies. I love the doily that attaches at the top of the jar. I stamped flowers in a variety of colors and attached them to the jar, along with the sentiment. 


The background behind the jar is created with the Cover Plate: Elegance Die and the Border Bling: Tin Stitch Die.

Stamps: Jar Accessories
Dies: Jar Accessories, Cover Plate: Elegance, Tin Stitch
Ink: Aqua Mist, Versamark, Lemon Tart, Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, Sweet Blush, Lilac Grace, Amethyst Allure, True Black
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Raspberry Fizz, Vellum, Gold Foil
Other: White Embossing Powder, Bakers Twine, True Black, Yellow Rhinestones, Foam Tape


Thanks for stopping by! I will back tomorrow with more sneak peeks. You can stop by the PTI Blog from all the details and more inspiration. 


12/19/21

Papertrey Ink December Release Sneak Peeks Day 2

 Hi and welcome to Day 2 of the Papertrey Ink December Release Sneak Peeks. Today I have a Valentine's Day card and a Get Well card to share with you. Everything will be available for purchase beginning at 10 PM EDT on December 22th!  


My first card features the new Loads of Love Stamp Set and Dies. The wagon is created with the previously released Holiday Wagon Stamp Set and Dies. I filled the wagon with hearts and flowers from the Loads and Love Stamp Set. 


I centered the wagon on a doily cut with the Delicate Doilies Dies. I strung Bakers Twine through the holes in the doily. 


The sentiment is included in the stamp set. I added Silver Drops to the wheels of the wagon and the center of the flowers. 

Supplies: 

Stamps: Loads of Love, Holiday Wagon
Dies: Loads of Love, Holiday Wagon, Delicate Doilies, Tin Stitches
Ink: Sweet Blush, Autumn Rose, Scarlet Jewel, Raspberry Fizz, Stone, Simply Chartreuse, True Black 
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Bitty Big: Pale Peony Color Collection, Silver Glittered
Other: Silver Drops, Twine, Foam Tape




Next is a look at the Loads of Healing Stamp Set and Dies. The mug is die cut with the previously released Mug Die. 


I used a sun ray stencil to create the background. 


The card is framed with the largest die in the Skinny Heart Frames. 

Thanks for stopping by! I will back tomorrow with more sneak peeks. You can stop by the PTI Blog from all the details and more inspiration. 

Supplies: 

Stamps: Loads of Healing, 
Dies: Mug, Loads of Healing, Border Bling: Skinny Heart Frames
Ink: Lemon Tart, Sweet Blush, Lovely Lady, Hibiscus Burst, Ripe Avocado, Simply Chartreuse, Blueberry Sky, Spring Rain, Classic Kraft, Mocha
Paper: Stamper's Select White, Blueberry Sky, Bitty Big: Spring Rain Color Collection
Other: Twine, Sun Stencil, Foam Tape

12/18/21

Papertrey Ink December Release Sneak Peeks Day 1

Welcome to Day 1 of the Papertrey Ink December Release Sneak Peeks!  I have my first two project to share with you. There are pretty flowers, lots of love and healing, and the cutest treat boxes. Everything will be available for purchase beginning at 10 PM EDT on December 22th!  



My first card features the new Into the Blooms: Pansies Dies and the Cover Plate: Elegance Die. 


I cut the parts of the pansy from Stamper's Select Whtie Cardstock and blended Lilac Grace, Amethyst Allure and Royal Velvet Inks. The leaves are cut from Spring Moss Cardstock and blended with Ripe Avocado Ink. 

I layered the flowers over the Cover Plate: Elegance that I die cut from Stamper's Select Whtie Cardstock. 


The sentiment is from the new Just Sentiments: Thinking of You Stamp Set. I cut a piece of Spring Moss Cardstock to fit the card front and added a layer of vellum over top that I attached with my sewing machine. 

Stamps: Just Sentiments: Thinking of You
Dies: Into the Blooms: Pansies, Cover Plate: Elegance 
Ink: Lilac Grace, Amethyst Allure, Royal Velvet, Simply Chartreuse, Ripe Avocado 
Paper: Stampers Select White, Spring Moss, Vellum
Other: Stickles - Star Dust, Sewing Machine, Foam Tape


Next up is a look at the new Feathered Friends Mini 13 Stamp Set and Dies. I cut a piece of Stamper's Select White Cardstock to fit the front and stencil clouds with Aqua Mist Ink. The circle of hearts is die cut with the XO Heart Frames from Pure Poppy Cardstock. 


Here is a closer look at the stamped birds. The set also includes the nest, leaves, and berries. 



The sentiment is from the Just Sentiments: Love Stamp Set.

Thanks for stopping by! I will back tomorrow with more sneak peeks. You can stop by the PTI Blog from all the details and more inspiration. 

Stamps: Just Sentiments: Love, Feathered Friends 13
Dies: Feathered Friends 13, XO Heart Frames
Ink: Aqua Mist, True Black, Pure Poppy, Simply Chartreuse, Ripe Avocado, Classic Kraft, Hawaiian Shores, Tropical Teal, Lemon Tart, Fine Linen, Mocha
Paper: Stampers Select White, Pure Poppy
Other: Clear Drops, Foam Tape, Cloud Stencil


12/7/21

Create-in-Quads Snowflake

Hi All! Today Taylored Expressions is releasing a new addition to the Create-in-Quads Stencils Collection, Create-in Quads-Snowflake Layering Stencil.! I just love this concept. I makes creating a set of cards so easy and playing with different color combinations if so fun! 



I have two set of cards to share with you, one on Toffee Cardstock and another set on Sugar Cube Cardstock. The color combo I used for this set is Sugar Cube Ink embossed with TE White Embossing Powder, Confetti Cake, Poblano Pepper, and Salt Water Taffy. I also stenciled TE Happy Medium - Glitter in Iridescent Glitter over the white snowflakes. 


I used the Stitched Rectangle Stacklets to cut each of the front panels and layered the panel on scallop edged panel cut with the Petite Scallop Rectangle Stacklets. The sentiments are from the new Get Cozy Clear Stamp Set


I added twine in different places on on each card. The sentiments are stamped in Versamark Ink and embossed with TE White Embossing Powder. The mittens are created with the Cozy Winter Stencil & Clear Combo and the Cozy Winter Dies. I added a few Bits and Pieces - Snowflakes to each card. 




Here is my second set of cards on Sugar Cube Cardstock. I created each card in a similar way as the first set. I used a combination of Blue Corn, Spearmint, Mint Julep, and Gumball Inks. 


I used another new sentiment set, Winter Blessings. I stamped in Versamark Ink on Blue Corn Cardstock and embossed with TE White Embossing Powder.


 I finished these cards off with a few Bits & Pieces - White Rhinestones. 



When you purchase the Create-in-Quads Snowflake “I Want it All” Bundle (Create-in-Quads Snowflake Layered Stencil set, Winter Blessings stamp set, Winter Blessings die collection, and Clearly Crafty Get Cozy stamp set) through Sunday, December 12th, you will get a free exclusive video craft along class with Taylor!


This mini version of our Online Crafty Classes is a great way for you to put your new goodies to use right away making projects at your own pace! Watch the video as often as you like and learn some new card-making tips and tricks!


Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email (separate from your order confirmation email) with links to the class video on YouTube.


**Although Taylor will recommend extra supplies (cardstock, ink, embellishments, etc.), you can use anything you have to make these projects uniquely yours!


Hurry! This offer is only valid through 11:59 pm (CT) on Sunday, December 12th, or while supplies last.


Stop by the TE Blog of all the details for more inspiration! 







12/6/21

Creating a Winter Scene with Papertrey. Ink

 Hi All! I am up on the Papertrey Ink Blog today with a new What Do I Do with that? Challenge. I am sharing my tips for creating a winter scene with Embossing Powder, Stickles, and white paint.  


To create the winter scene I used the Sweet Scenes: Winter Stamp Set and coordinating Dies. (All the products are linked below.) I stamped the mountains in Versamark Ink on Classic Kraft Cardstock and embossed with white embossing powder. On top of the embossing I added some glitter with Stickles™ Glitter Glue Star Dust. Stickles are an easy way to add glitter to a project with the mess. 


I also added glitter to the larger two trees, bottoms of the clouds and the edges of the hills of snow. Once I had the scene laid out I splattered white paint on the scene to give the look of falling snow. 


The pinecones and greenery are created with the Corner It: Festive Holiday Stamp Set and Die. I added Stickles to the greenery too. The sentiment is from the Inside Greetings: Snow Stamp Set. 

Stop by the PTI Blog for all the details how you can play along for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate.

12/1/21

Spellbinders Large Die of the Month for December

Hi All! It's December 1st and time for  a look at the Large Die of the Month for December at SpellbindersThis month's Layered Stitched Background Large Die Set is perfect for making cards, decor, and more. The set features 6 cutting dies.

Membership Includes:

Exclusive Larger Set of Versatile Dies that cut, emboss, deboss and stencil. Double the size of the Small Die Set! $40 Value!

Project Inspiration: Each kit will feature project ideas with at least one detailed how-to instruction tutorial each month.

Member Benefits & Savings: Receive exclusive member pricing in the Spellbinders store. Plus receive access to deals, savings, and gifts - only available to members.


If you like to add hand stitching on a card this one is for you. I used one of the six dies to die cut the black cardstock. This die cuts all the details you need to add the stitching. If stitching is not for you the die cuts look great with a different color cardstock under the black. I the used gold floss included in the DMC Essential Metallics Diamant Metallic Thread Bundle.


Once I was done with the stitching I cut one of the dies from white cardstock and a second die from Mirror Gold Cardstock 8 1/2" x 11 - 10 Pack. You can how beautifully the die cuts layer together over the stitching. I used the same die as the one I used for the gold die cut to create the white background pattern. 


The diamond borders are also created with dies included in this month's club. The sentiment is created with a previously released Clear Stamp of the Month Club

Thanks for stopping by today! 

11/25/21

Black Friday Exclusives at Taylored Expressions

It is time for the Black Friday Sale at Taylored Expressions!! The sale start at 6pm on Thursday and goes through Sunday at 11:59pm CST. 

--- 20% off sitewide (some exclusions apply)

--- Double crafty points for insiders and super fans

--- $10 off Stamp Joy Spring Virtual coupon included in every order 

--- Plus exclusive freebies for orders of $100, $200, and $300 or more



I have two cards to share with you that feature the On Occasion Stamp & Die and coordinating die,  free with purchases over $300. 



I stamped one of the sentiments from the stamp set in Versamark Ink on Oreo Cardstock and embossed. with TE Gold Embossing Powder. I combined the sentiment with the pretty Spring Spray Stamp Set and Die. I used Copic Markers to color the image. 



To create the background I used the Wild Willow Stencil with Salt Water Taffy Cardstock and Ink. the card is framed with the Stitched Frame Stacklets 1. 






On my second card I used another sentiment from the On Occasion Stamp set, stamping in Versamark Ink on Sugar Cube Cardstock and embossing with TE Cookie Monster Embossing Powder, which is free with a $100 purchase. The rainbow is created with the Big Rainbow Stamp and Dies. 


The background is stenciled with the Here Comes the Sun Stencil with Potato Chip and Pineapple Ink. I added Sugar Cube Glitter to the Rainbow and the bottom of the clouds. 




Thank you so much for visiting my blog! You can stop by the TE Blog for all the sale details and more inspiration. 

11/23/21

Season of Crafting - Designer Dangles

Hi! It is another day of savings for Taylored Expressions Season of Crafting sale! Today's sale is on the Designer Dangles Products. I have a couple of examples to share with you. Designer Dangles are perfect for gift giving throughout the year. 


My first step was to create these pretty pouches to hold the earrings I created. I used the Designer Dangles - Pretty Pouch Die to created the packaging and added the pattern with the Mixed Bloom Layering Stencil and the Create In Quads - Mistletoe Layering Stencil. 


I die cut the tag with the Itty Bitty Tags 2 Die and stamped a sentiment for the Itty Bitty Sentiments Stamp Set. 


For this pair of earrings I used the Designer Dangles - On Point Die, Knock on Wood - On Point Solids, and Craft Leather - Good as Gold. 


I packaged these earrings with a Christmas theme. I cut a tag from the Itty Bitty Tags - Holiday die set and stamped a sentiment from the  Itty Bitty Sentiments - Holiday Stamp Set. 



I used a different color of leather from the Craft Leather - Good as Gold for these earring and the Knock on Wood - Wrap Around Rings. 
Thanks for stopping by! Stop by the TE Blog of all the details!