Snow is Glistening-Fun Fact Friday

A little dab 'll do ya.  So if you like doing things a little out of the ordinary, then this is a fun fact for you.

You notice that I painted a dab of shimmer paint in the center of each snowflake, in the back ground and on the tree.

Did you also notice the little dots of shimmer paint on the tag and on the background?  In case you have never done this before here is how I did it.

First I put a small amount of shimmer paint in an empty embellishment container.

Then I added a little bit of water along the edge of the container.

I thinned the shimmer paint out, dipped my paint brush into the paint, then tapped it on my finger.  That created the little dots.  Now, that was fun.

Are loving this stamp set and framelits yet?  Well, next week I will feature the second stamp set that is a part of the Snowflake Showcase special offer.  The stamp set is called Happiness Surrounds, and is meant to be used for any occasion.  The great thing is many of the images in this set can be cut out with the Snowfall thinlit dies.

So,have a great weekend, and find some time for some stamping.
Sushi




Product List

Snow Is Glistening Photopolymer Stamp Set [149742] $21.00	Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint [147044] $8.00	Banner Triple Punch [138292] $23.00	Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146981] $8.50
Coastal Cabana 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [131297] $8.50	Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [100730] $9.75	Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad [147088] $7.50	Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin' Pad [147097] $7.50

Snowfall Thinlits-3-D Thursday

If you guessed that my 3-D item made with snowflakes, might be an ornament then you guessed correctly.

First I cut out 6 of the largest snowflake using the new White Velveteen sheets.  The paper is thin enough to cut easily with the big shot.  I thought the paper might be thicker.

Next, I folded each snowflake in half making sure the velveteen side was on the inside.  

The next step was to put glue on the solid part of the snowflake and glue two together.  I kept adding a snowflake until I was glue the last and first snowflake together.

There was a hole in the center that I slipped some twine through, tied on a couple of snowflake trinkets on the ends, and added a dab of glue to keep the knots tied.

I thought the ornament needed a finishing touch, so I painted some glimmer paint on each tip.

It didn't take me too long to make, and I see this being a great gift to make for Christmas.  

Fall has arrived in Illinois.  The evening temperatures get down to the 30's and daily I notice the colors of fall coming out on the trees in town.  That is my favorite part of fall.  

Have a great day, Enjoy the change of the seasons.
Happy Stamping,
Sushi


Product List

White Velveteen Sheets [149619] $5.00	Snowfall Thinlits Dies [149692] $39.00	Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint [147044] $8.00	Snowflake Trinkets [149620] $8.00
Silver Baker’S Twine [145569] $4.00

Snowfall Thinlits-Wednesday WOW

The background is the WOW of this card.  I thought about some things in my cabinet that I had not used for some time and came up with Brusho.  I used the color Prussian Blue because I knew I wanted some sky.  

After the ink dried I brushed over the Brusho with the Champagne Mist shimmer paint.  I loved the effect that created.

Next, I cut out all the different shapes of snowflakes from Whisper White card stock.  I then brushed more shimmer paint over the snowflakes.  When I did that I noticed I picked up some of the color from the Brusho background.  So not only did I brush shimmer paint over the snowflakes, but it had a light blue tint to it.  

For the final touch I added a rhinestone jewel in the center of each snowflake.  I'm not going to forget how great Brusho is for making a background.

Tomorrow, I will share an ornament I made for my 3-D project.  Be sure and come back for a peak.

I made cards with the Seniors today.  Each month we make a Birthday, Christmas, and seasonal card.  I frequently use leftovers from my other card classes and don't worry as much about using retired items.  These ladies come for the cards not to order.

Have a great day with time for some stamping,

Sushi

Product List

Snowfall Thinlits Dies [149692] $39.00	Brusho Crystal Colour [144101] $30.00	Champagne Mist Shimmer Paint [147044] $8.00	Watercolor Paper [122959] $5.00
Rhinestone Basic Jewels [144220] $5.00	Pool Party 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock [122924] $8.50	Blueberry Bushel 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock [146968] $8.50