It’s time for the new August Simon Says Stamp Card Kit! This kit is packed with rich indigos, deep reds, kraft, stars and more stars! All supplies are linked at the end of this post. Compensated affiliate links used.
The Seeing Stars kit stamp set has gorgeous constellations which in my mind make quick and easy guy cards. Our family has 3 wonderful men; my husband and our two sons and yet predominantly I have lots of cards with a feminine twist, probably because those appeal to me! In an aim to rectify the balance I created these two constellation cards. If you search ‘constellation’ on Pinterest you see lots of lovely indigo puddles of watercolor and so inspired by this I white heat embossed the images on pieces of Arches watercolor card. Using the Chipped Sapphire Distress Ink cube from the kit I patted the ink on to an acrylic block and then picked it up with a damp brush to start the watercolor puddles. I did add in some Indigo to get more depth and Silver too for sparkle and contrast.
When dry I added a few white gel pen dots for stars, cut the panel with a Stitched Rectangle and stamped sentiments from the Seeing Stars set in black ink.
I also cut kraft panels using the Tim Holtz motif resist papers; these have a lovely subtle patterns – stars on one and numbers on the other.
I layered the kraft panels with foam adhesive on to Ivory card bases and then the watercolor pieces on top. To embellish I added a simple twine bow with a cream sequin star to finish.
Finally I lined some kraft envelopes with a couple of the Pebbles pattern papers.
CARD KIT
Here’s a full look at what’s included in the kit. You can see the Seeing Stars stamp set, Chipped Sapphire ink cube as well as the Tim Holtz and Pebbles papers I used but also there’s a star die, burst stencil and matching card too. The July Card Kit sold out so I’d be quick if you want to pick up this kit.
You can subscribe to this (no obligation) card kit of the month program for $24.95 plus shipping and handling. Kits can also be purchased individually from 14th of the month at Simon Says Stamp store for $29.95 plus Shipping and Handling where you can also buy many of the elements of the kit separately.
CATCHING UP
I’m just returning from a couple of weeks away with the family so I’ve some catching up to do! Summer always impinges on my spare time and I must apologise if you are waiting for me to answer a comment, email or such. I do read everything, but especially at this time of year it can take me a while to get on top of things.
SUPPLIES
You can find links to the supplies I’ve used below; click on the picture or wording to get taken directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. You can read my affiliate and product disclosure here. I truly appreciate your support.
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Summary of the project which gives all the views of the card in one photo :D I’d love if you pinned and called by on Pinterest :D
I have the same issue with three boys and our family and making masculine is not as so easy to me. I really like what you did with these constellations they look fabulous.
Have you seen my jaw? Because I lost it after seeing your cards. They’re incredible! Pieces of space! Your backgrounds look so realistic. It would be great if you made a video showing how you did this.
Thank you for sharing your talent!
I really like these masculine cards. I am amazed at the color you were able to make on your constellations, I would love to see a video of this. Going to pinning this for an idea for a great masculine card.
I just love your cards and want that kit! Gorgeous!
Love each of these cards, going to have to purchase this stamp set, thanks for sharing
First of all, if that photo is any indication, your family time must have been amazing! I sure hope so, Debby, for you surely deserve it. And welcome home!
These cards are stunning! The ‘skies’ are absolutely incredible! I love your designs and the way you layered the papers, tilting them every which way. The twine bow is simply the cherry on top! Just pinned it. :D
Absolutely beautiful! What do you use to attach embellishments like the star and twine? I’ve tried in the past to use glossy accents and/or multi-medium, but sometimes they pop right off, even if left to dry for more than enough time.
Your cards are just great for guys! I, too, have a husband, three brothers, and four sons – lots of guy cards needed! I can make feminine cards for my four sisters and daughters-in-law and sisters-in-law but I do need cards for the guys and these would be perfect! Thanks so much!!
Beautiful cards Debby and your lined envelopes are gorgeous! I am a firm believer that the inside of a card should have something special (other than just the verse) in it and the envelope should as well. Very nice job!
LOVE these Debby – beautiful combination of card, the blue and embellishing :-)
Looks like you were somewhere very nice (as if anyone would go somewhere not nice – duh!!).
Welcome Home :-P