Christmas in July 2023 – {BYSHC} Linky Party

Welcome to the Christmas in July {BYSHC} Linky party. Head over the BYSCH blog to see all the wonderful sponsors and enter to win some great prizes!

I’m sharing a card using the cute Holiday Squad dies from Taylored Expressions. I used the Stitched Postage Stamp Edge rectangle dies from Kat Scrappiness with the striped green paper – The Holiday Collection from Avery Elle.

Poshta Design – Basic and Petite Butterfly with 3 Detail Dies

Only one more day until the new Spring 2023 Release from Poshta Design! There are so many cute dies and 3 new color stories being released this Saturday, March 4th at Noon ET.

Today is a peek at the Basic Butterfly die, Lacewing Butterfly Detail die, and Botanical Butterfly Detail die. Again, I used felt – Coral Reef and Agave – and thread from the Misty Morning color story.

I mixed two of the Details die for my butterfly. The top portion of the butterfly uses the Botanical Butterfly details die which includes small leaves and flowers (not shown.) The bottom portion of the butterfly uses the Lacewing Butterfly details die. I love all the little cut outs of these dies.

Also, with the release is the Petite Butterfly die. These would create a great little garland by mixing the petite butterflies with the Basic and Detail butterfly dies.

Thanks for stopping by the past several days! I can’t wait to see what everyone creates with all these gorgeous new dies. Be sure to check out Lizzie’s post for a giveaway on each introductory blog posts for a $50 gift certificate to the website.

Basic Butterfly Die

Butterflies are so beautiful and delicate. They are harbingers of spring and often symbolize growth and new beginnings. One can’t help but smile when watching their meandering flight paths as they float on warm breezes. The Basic Butterfly Die brings these delightful creatures right to your fingertips. The solid wings in this die are perfect for creating color blocked designs and with a coordinating collection of Detail dies, you can create your own kaleidoscope of unique and colorful butterflies!

This die comes with an Inspiration Guide outlining how the Basic Butterfly coordinates with the Details dies in this collection.

Please note: This die coordinates with the Monarch Butterfly Details Die, the Lacewing Butterfly Details Die, and the Botanical Butterfly Details Die. This die does not cut the interior details, just the solid butterfly shape.

Measurement reference: The fully assembled butterfly measures 4” wide by 3” tall.

Lacewing Butterfly Details Die

The Lacewing Butterfly Details Die cuts the wing design that transforms the Basic Butterfly into a whimsical fritillary. The dots and teardrops create wonderful opportunities for embellishment or inlay. These dies feature shaped backing plates that make it a snap to see how you need to line up your dies for hassle-free creative time.

Please note: This die coordinates with the Basic Butterfly Die. This die does not cut the wing shapes, just the interior details.

Measurement reference: The base plates of the large wings measure about 1?” wide by 2” tall. The base plates of the small wings measure 1?” wide by just under 1¼” tall.

Botanical Butterfly Details Die

The Botanical Butterfly Details Die creates an embroidered vine pattern on the wings of the Basic Butterfly. The included leaves and flowers bring extra texture and softness to the design while also providing excellent opportunities for embellishment. These dies feature shaped backing plates that make it a snap to see how you need to line up your dies for hassle-free creative time.

Please note: This die coordinates with the Basic Butterfly Die. This die does not cut the wing shapes, just the interior details.

Measurement reference: The base plates of the large wings measure about 1?” wide by 2” tall. The base plates of the small wings measure 1?” wide by just under 1¼” tall. The leaf measures ?” wide by ?” long. The flower measures about ?” across.

Petite Butterfly Die

Sometimes a project calls for a smaller, daintier focal point. The Petite Butterfly Die shines in those moments. This die is a pint-size version of our Basic Butterfly and includes options that will allow your butterfly to be fully secured or fluttering off of your creations while being fastened only at the body. You’ll be amazed at the variety you can achieve with this lovely little butterfly!

Measurement reference: The butterfly measures 2” wide by 1½” tall. With the embroidered antennae the butterfly measures 2” wide by 1¾” tall.

Poshta Design – Itty Bitty Basket, Hippity Hop, and Gathered Garden Dies

I’m back again today with more projects from the new Spring 2023 Release from Poshta Design! There are so many cute dies and 3 new color stories being released this Saturday, March 4th at Noon ET.

My first project uses the Itty Bitty Basket and Gathered Garden dies from the new Spring Release. The cute bees and flowers are from the Gathered Garden dies, and I used Misty Morning Color Story felt and new Cobblestone felt (for the body of the bees.)

The Itty Bitty Basket is made from Paloma felt and the bow uses Sunlight felt. This basket can be made a few different ways and is super cute!

My next project uses my favorite dies from the Spring Release – Hippity Hop bunny dies. How cute is this little guy! I used Tundra felt for the bunny and Paloma felt for the ears, nose, and feet. This die set also includes dies for the carrot and small eggs shown below. I cannot wait to make more of these cute bunnies.

Stop by tomorrow to see more great dies from the Spring 2023 release! Be sure to check out Lizzie’s post for a giveaway on each introductory blog posts for a $50 gift certificate to the website.

Itty Bitty Basket Die

A-tisket, a-tasket, everyone loves a little handmade basket! These charming baskets are perfect for small gifts or as favors on your holiday table. They can even be assembled in a few different ways to give you a multitude of style options. This die also includes a mini bow that you can use to add a fancy detail to your basket.

The Itty Bitty Basket Die includes exclusive access to an assembly video (the access code will be included in the package).

Measurement reference: The fully assembled basket measures between 3”-3½” wide (depending on assembly method) and 4?” tall. The fully assembled bow measures 1½” wide by 1¼” tall.

Gathered Garden Die

The flowers in the Gathered Garden die are ideal for when you want a more dimensional flower arrangement for your projects. These blooms are cinched at the center to create 3D blossoms that can be embellished with beads and sequins for fabulous floral designs. This die even includes a little bee to pollinate your posy patch!

Measurement reference: Once cinched, the larger rounded petal flowers measure about 1¼” across. The coordinating smaller blooms measure about 1” across. The fully assembled bee measures ¾” wide by about ?” long.

Hippity Hop Die

Thanks to the Hippity Hop Die, you can make your very own stuffed Easter Bunny friends. These charming fellas will steal your heart before you’ve even threaded your needle! Create decor or little stuffed friends for every Easter Basket on your list. These bunnies even come with their own mini egg and carrot accessories.

The Hippity Hop Die includes exclusive access to an assembly video (the access code will be included in the package).

Measurement reference: The fully assembled bunny measures 5¾” tall by 3¼” wide (across the open arms). The fully assembled carrot measures 2 ?” long by just over ½” wide.

Poshta Design – Embroidered Egg Details II and Banded Egg Details Dies

Hi, everyone. I’m so excited to share with you the new Spring 2023 Release from Poshta Design! There are so many cute dies and 3 new color stories being released this Saturday, March 4th at Noon ET.

All of my projects I’m sharing over the next few days feature the new color story Misty Morning – Can you hear the quiet twittering of birds as the first rays of light peek past the treetops? The dewy grasses of a prairie backlit by the warm glow of a spring sunrise inspired the Misty Morning Color Story. This Color Story includes *new* Coral Reef, *new* Sweet Nectar, Agave, Sprout, and Sunlight felt. I normally lean toward bright colors, but I absolutely loved creating with this gorgeous pallet.

For my first project, I die cut the Basic Egg die from the new Sweet Nectar felt. I then die cut the new Embroidered Egg Details II from the basic egg die cut. I used the various thread colors, sequins, and beads in the Misty Morning color story for the stitching.

My second egg also uses the Basic Egg die as the base combined with the Banded Egg Details die. There are so many options with the Banded Egg Details die set, but when I saw the flower I had to use it! I used Coral Reef, Agave, Sprout, and Sunlight felt from the Misty Morning color story and added Tundra felt for the scalloped oval.

I had so much fun stitching up these dies. Be sure to stop by tomorrow to see more great dies from the Spring 2023 release! Be sure to check out Lizzie’s post for a giveaway on each introductory blog posts for a $50 gift certificate to the website.

Embroidered Egg Details II Die

This die coordinates with the Basic Egg Die. The Embroidered Egg Details II Die stars playful loops and scallops. The die features a “holes only” design with a shaped backing plate that makes placement on a Basic Egg shape totally hassle-free.

Please note: This die coordinates with the Basic Egg Die. This die does not cut the egg shape, just the embroidered details.

Included with this die is a colorful diagram that gives you a helping hand seeing how the design is stitched.

Measurement reference: The base plate of the egg measures 4” tall by just under 2?” wide.

Banded Egg Details Die

These layered details and cheerful tulip are designed to coordinate with the Basic Egg Die. Mix and match the elements for a wide array of styles to suit any project. The window element can even be used as a wonderful way to showcase a monogram or other focal point. This die also includes a “holes only” placement die with a shaped backing plate that makes it a snap to see where you need to add the stitching holes to a Basic Egg shape for hassle-free assembly.

Please note: This die coordinates with the Basic Egg Die. This die does not cut the egg shape, just the layers and tulip details.

Measurement reference: The band layer measures about 2?” wide by 3?” tall. The scalloped egg layer measures 2?” wide by 3?” tall.  The fully assembled tulip measures about 1?” wide by about 2?” tall.

Coffee Hop

Hello everyone!

Welcome to my blog! Kat Scrappiness is pleased to be a super sponsor for the Coffee Lover’s Blog Hop for the Fall/Winter 2022. The design team members have joined in to show you some of the fun coffee themed cards they made using some of the Kat Scrappiness “Coffee” related products.

We currently have over 100 Coffee themed products available here! Remember, *everything* in the “Coffee” Category is 10% off from NOV 11-18TH with coupon code: “CAFFEINE2022”.

Today, I’m sharing a fun shaker card using tons of products from the Kat Scrappiness shop. Be sure to check out the rest of the teams cards here!

Thanks for stopping by.

Here are the links to all the products I used:

2021 Fall/Winter Coffee Lovers Blog Hop

Hello friends! Welcome to the 2021 Fall/Winter Coffee Lovers Blog Hop.

Kat Scrappiness is pleased to be a sponsor for the Coffee Lover’s Blog Hop for the Fall/Winter 2021. Design team members joined in to show you some of the fun and coffee themed cards they made using some of the Kat Scrappiness “Coffee” related products. Kat Scrappiness currently has over 100 Coffee themed products available here!

Remember, EVERYTHING is 15% off from November 12-19TH, with coupon code: “FWCOFFEEHOP”.

To create my card, I die cut the Coffee Time Background die from white card stock. I ink blended on the card with light brown ink. I then flicked on shimmering gold watercolor.

I die cut the Thank You with Shadow die from white card stock and vellum. I ink blended Thank you with the same brown inks. I added foam dimensional adhesive to the back of the Thank You die cut and adhered it to the vellum. I adhered to the Coffee Time panel. I then adhered to a black card base. I added gold pearls to finish the card.

Use this link to see the rest of the teams creations.

2021 Spring/Summer Coffee Lovers Blog Hop

Hello friends! Welcome to the 2021 Spring/Summer Coffee Lovers blog hop.

Kat Scrappiness is pleased to be a super sponsor for the Coffee Lover’s Blog Hop for the Spring/Summer 2021. The design team members all joined in to show you some of the fun and coffee themed cards they made using some of the Kat Scrappiness “Coffee” related products. Kat Scrappiness currently has over 100 Coffee themed products available here!

Remember, EVERYTHING is 15% off from MARCH 19-26TH, with coupon code: “COFFEEHOP2021”. Kat Scrappiness is a super sponsor for the blog and has a great giveaway! There will be a $25.00 gift card to use in the store, PLUS a flash prize which is a surprise package of Kat Scrappiness products!

Use this link to enter the giveaway and see the rest of the teams creations.

For my card, I used several products from Kat Scrappiness:

A Blog Named Hero – December Challenge

Hi everyone! It’s time for another challenge at A Blog Named Hero. This month’s challenge is CASE – Copy and Selectively Edit your favorite card of the year.

My card features the I’m a Puffer for You stamps set and the Waves stencil from Hero Arts.

I used the stencil on white card stock with two colors of blue distress ink and then die cut them with a rounded square die. I stamped, colored with Copic markers, and die cut the three puffer stamps from the stamp set. I stamped my sentiment from the same set on the card base.

I adhered my squares directly onto my card base and added the fish with dimensional adhesive. I added a few bubbles from a past My Monthly Hero kit to finish off the card.

Here is the card I CASE’d from Stephanie Wincott. I love the clean and simple style.

Head over to A Blog Named Hero to see all the other awesome projects from the design team and join in on the challenge!