Falling For Leaves-Fun Fact Friday

Aren't these detailed leaves just stunning?  These were made with some of the thinlits that are a part of the Falling for Leaves bundle. They are quite detailed and could be a problem cutting them out.

I recently  learned a new technique for cutting that has made this part effortless.

1. Place your thinlit on the Big Shot cutting plate with the cutting edge up.  Yes, up not down, like we usually do.

2. Place your paper on top of the thinlit and run it through the Big Shot 2 or 3 times.

3. Turn the thinlit over and rub the brush from the Big Shot die brush over the thinlit 2 or 3 times with a firm hand.

4. When you turn the thinlit over your image will be cut out and released from the thinlit.  If it is not released then use a paper piercing tool on some of the tiny holes to help release the paper.

Since I have been using this technique with my detailed thinlits I have decreased my frustration level considerably  Try it and see if you like this way better.

I feel like I am ready for Fall Occasions with the cards I have presented this week.  These sets can be yours by clicking on the supplies I have listed each day at the end of my post.  By clicking on the actual supply you will be automatically connected to my store and can start a shopping list. 

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Next week, I will be sharing cards that will be featured in my Simply Subtles card class.  Come check them out.

Tomorrow, I will be spending the day with my second favorite hobby, sewing.  We will be sewing a quilt that is made from fabric called a Jelly Roll.  I will share a picture on Monday IF I get the top pieced.

Whatever is your pleasure, enjoy your weekend,
Happy Stamping,
Sushi


Product List

Falling For Leaves Photopolymer Bundle [149938] $44.00	Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies [145372] $30.00	Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [133675] $8.50	Cajun Craze 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [119684] $8.50
Old Olive 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100702] $8.50	Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad [147092] $7.50	Big Shot Die Brush - New Configuration [144262] $12.50

Falling for Leaves-Technique Tuesday-Herringbone Technique

Do you ever end up with tiny strips of paper and wonder whether to save or toss them?  This technique is perfect for all kinds of designer paper scraps.  

The card I made used strips of designer paper that are 3/8 of an inch wide.  Once you learn the technique you could use any size strip you want, and even vary the strips on a card.

These are the supplies you need to make the herringbone.
Designer paper strips (I cut mine 3/8 of an inch and cut 3-6 of each design I wanted to use.)
Adhesive sheet cut the same size as your base card (I cut mine 3 by 4 inches)
Base card (Also 3 by 4 inches)

I will be doing a Facebook Live at 4 PM central standard time and talk you through each step to make a card similar to the one I posted today.  Come by and check it out.  After it is live I will post it here on this blog.

Tomorrow, I will share a card made with this weeks set using the Stamparatus.  I LOVE using the Stamparatus.

Another beautiful fall day.  I plan to spend some time outside on a walk or a bike ride.  I find this time of year very invigorating.

Happy Stamping,
Sushi









Product List

Falling For Leaves Photopolymer Bundle [149938] $44.00	Country Lane 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147804] $11.00	Tin Tile Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder [147906] $10.00	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] $8.50
Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets [144106] $10.00

Fallling for Leaves-Make it Simple Monday

  Our weather has cooled off and that makes me think of fall.  One of the bundles  I really like is called Falling for Leaves.  I also love the colors of the Country Lane designer paper which I will be featuring in all my cards this week. Here's what I love about the  bundle. 

1. The leaves are not traditional looking.
2. The thinlits are detailed and therefore amazing to me.
3. It is easy to create a simple card.

  Mondays are now going to be make it simple Monday with limited stamping, using designer paper and a simple saying.

1. I cut the designer paper 1 inch longer than I normally would ( 6 by 3 3/4) and folded up the bottom in.  Both sides of the paper show without much work.

2. I stamped the leaf in Blackberry Bliss ink on whisper white card stock.  It seemed a little to bold a contrast so I sponged some Blackberry ink on the edges.

3. I baked the stamped piece with Mint Macaron card stock, used a small strip for the simple saying which I inked with Blackberry ink.

4. The final touch was to put one of the Faceted Dots in the center of the leaf.

Simple and I was finished in 15 minutes or less once I figured out how I wanted to card to look.

I gave blood today.  I like to do my part to help those who need it.  Well, I guess I did not wait long enough after eating so I almost passed out.  It affected my afternoon, so I am posting this a bit late.  The experience will not affect my willingness to give blood again.  I will either wait an hour longer before giving or wait an extra month.

Such a beautiful day today.  I hope to get a walk in later on after my stamp club meets.

Have a great day yourself, and try to get in some stamping.
Sushi

Product List

Falling For Leaves Photopolymer Bundle [149938] $44.00	Country Lane 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper [147804] $11.00	Faceted Dots [146910] $6.00	Mint Macaron 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [138337] $8.50
Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin' Pad [147092] $7.50