Friday, April 30, 2010

Stampin’ Addicts SU Summer Mini Blog Tour

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Welcome to Stampin’ Addicts Summer Mini Blog Tour.  This tour is a preview of many wonderful creations made using items included in the new Stampin’ Up! Summer Mini Catalog.  Items from this mini catalog will be available for sale beginning on May 1st. 

If you started this tour from the beginning you came upon my blog after visiting Holly.  Didn't you just love her marvelous creations made with the Elements of Style stamp set?  If you're starting the tour at my website, follow the link at the bottom of this post to continue on your journey.  If you get lost along the way, you can always jump back on the tour bus by visiting Stampin' Addicts for the complete list of participants.  This tour will run through Sunday evening ... so sit back, relax, enjoy and come back often!!!

I am showcasing the “Mostly Vintage” Decor Stencils.  I adore all the stencils in the Definitely Decorative line, this is quickly becoming my current favorite.  I love the versatility, and that the set comes with an additional mask stencil.  Fun, fun, fun!  I don’t want to hold up the tour bus, so am going to keep things brief.  Please check back later in the week for card recipes and more details.

My first project I decided to use both the main stencil AND the mask – wanted to play around a bit and see how these two items worked together.  I wish I had taken a few pictures along the way as the original colors in this came out uber-bright … they actually kind of hurt my eyes looking at it.  Figuring I was going to probably toss it and start over, I decided to soak it down with my water spritz bottle …MOSTLY VINTAGE STENCIL & MASK…let it sit awhile to dry, added a few details and finishing touches.  I decided I loved the muted colors and the final outcome!

My next project was so much fun to make, I used several different items from the Summer mini-catalog.  MOSTLY VINTAGE MEDALLION The circle focal piece is actually the very center of the Mostly Vintage mask stencil.  I sponged a bit of the mask, punched it out and decided to sponge the edges a bit to give it some depth.  I felt this project needed much more of a vintage look, used the new embossing folder and sponged the heck out of it – then sponged some more.  The Bashful Blue satin ribbon gives it a little touch of elegance.

For my final creation I chose to use the main stencil from the set, once again using only a portion of it.  I masked off the unwanted areas – then sponged until I had the color depth I wanted.MONOGRAM NOTECARDS  
I thought this area of the stencil was perfect for a cute little set of monogrammed note cards and coordinating envelopes.  I was amazed how quick and easy these came together, might just sit down and make another batch for myself!


Of course, these wonderful note cards would not be complete without a matching tin to present them in!

NOTECARD GIFT TIN

Thanks so much for stopping by and visiting, I hope you enjoyed my preview of the Mostly Vintage Decor Stencils.  Please continue on the tour by visiting Michelle who will be showcasing some great ideas using the Rough Type alphabet set.



27 comments:

Unknown said...

Adore the monogram!

HeathersHobby said...

Oh my goodness! I love that monogrammed notecard!

Kelli Waters said...

You never cease to amaze me! I love these projects, Joyce. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!

Cindy said...

Ahhh! I haven't been attracted to the stencils, since I didn't know what to do with them.....now I know! Beautiful!

Barbara Welch said...

Joyce I love your stenciled tin and note cards. All your projects are great. Thanks for sharing.

Kim said...

Beautiful projects! Love everything you did!

Melissa said...

What beautiful projects! I bought this stencil & mask too, and you've given me tons of ideas!

Lora Oliver said...

I love how each one is so different. They are all beautiful and unique.

RhondaG - The Stampin' Bunny said...

Oh my goodness Joyce!! What versatility you've shown for these stencils! Wonderful work-I especially love the monogram!

Anita said...

Beautiful projects!

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous - I never think of pulling out the stencils but you're projects are very inspiring!

Anne

MaryR said...

wow, i just love the pumpkin pie stencil card - all beautiful projects!

Debadoo said...

Love the way you've used these stencils. the blue card is my fav. I haven't gotten or used any of these stencils yet, really need to do that.
Deb B.

Anonymous said...

I love the tin -- I hope you'll post details next week!

Lisa N said...

Wow - amazing what you can do with the stencils

michelle sturgeon said...

Beautiful work! The stencils are really versatile.

Holly/Catrules said...

Awesome job! Love everything!

Yapha said...

Wow! Great projects! I had no idea that these stencils were so versatile!

Sara Mattson-Blume said...

I love how your card process was a bit mess but the finished product is beautiful! I love the notecard set, too. Great ideas!

mitz said...

oh my.. these are just ** stencil-riffic ** wow.. WTG..
( mitz_zee@yahoodotcom)

Carmen said...

Joyce these came out perfect!! The monogram and tin are a perfect gift but I love the blue card!

Tanya Boser said...

I think my fav is the pumpkin pie card, or the monogram one... or maybe the tin... They are all great!

Sharon Field / Inky A*Muse-ment said...

Beautiful!! You're going to make me buy that stencil, aren't you!

Unknown said...

Beautiful! I especially love that tin--so creative!

Twila said...

Joyce, love you projects, I need to get some of the stencils.

Holly / InkPaperStamps said...

Wow, those stencils are even more versatile when you isolate just an element! Love those monogram cards especially. . . . .

Add Ink and Stamp said...

Wow! You did a wonderful job with all of the projects! I love this stencil and what you did with it.

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