My Favorite Things - School Is Cool

Hi Friends!

Welcome to Day 3 of the August 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday August 16th at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the August release goodies, I created a project using the “School is Cool" stamp set and coordinating Die-namics, the “Notebook” paper pad, and previously released “Happy Swish” Die-namics.

I started by stamping out some of the adorable images from the “School is Cool” stamp set, colouring up the image using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

Next, I used a sheet of pattern paper from the “Notebook” paper pad for my background, stamped some of the smaller images from the stamp set to create a repeating background. I also used the “Happy Swish” Die-namics to cut out some white cardstock which I coloured up using Copic markers to make a rainbow path for the adorable child to run across.

Products Used: 

“School is Cool" stamp set 

“School is Cool" coordinating Die-namics

“Notebook” paper pad,

“Happy Swish” Die-namics.

For even more ideas and inspiration, please visit the My Favorite Things YouTube channel. 

Always follow your creative heart

 

My Favorite Things - Greatest Blessing

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Welcome to Day 4 of the August 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday August 16th at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the August release,  I used the absolute must have “Greatest Blessing" stamp set and coordinating Die-namics as well as the previously released 

"Happy Patterns" Paper Pad and “A2 double stitched rectangle stax” Die-namics.

I started by stamping out the images from the “Greatest Blessing" stamp set, colouring up the images using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics

Next, I took smaller elements from the stamp set and then repeat stamped it using a kraft coloured ink onto kraft cardstock. I then die cut it out the background using the “A2 Double Stitched Rectangle STAX” and matted it using an orange cardstock,

To finish my card, I stamped the sentiment from the set onto a yellow cardstock and then matted my card front using a piece of paper from the “Happy Patterns” paper pad.

Products Used:

“Greatest Blessing" stamp set

“Greatest Blessings” Die-namics 

"Happy Patterns" Paper Pad 

“A2 double stitched rectangle  stax” Die-namics.

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My Favorite Things - Farm-tastic Friends

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Welcome to Day 4 of the July 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday July 12th at 10am EST.

For my second card creation using the July release, I used the absolute must haves “Farm-tastic Friends" stamp set and coordinating Die-namics, the "Windmill" Die-namics  and lastly the previously released 

"Happy Patterns" Paper Pad.

I started by stamping out the images from the  "Farm-tastic Friends" stamp set, colouring up the images using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics

I did some simple ink blending to set my scene using a blue and green Distress Ink and then placed my die cut pieces onto the card front. 

Next I used the super awesome “Windmill” Die-namics cutting it out using a kraft and silver metallic card stock.

To finish off my card, I stamped the sentiment using a black ink and then placed my card front onto a piece of pattern paper from the “Happy Pattern” paper pad.

Products Used:

“Farm-tastic Friends" stamp set

“Farm-tastic Friends" Die-namics

 "Windmill" Die-namics

“Happy Patterns” paper pad

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My Favorite Things - Dog Squad

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Welcome to Day 4 of the April 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday April 12 at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the April release goodies, I used the tail waggingly CUTE , "Dog Squad" stamp set and coordinating Die-namics I also grabbed the previously released stitched mini slimline STAX Die-namics and Rainbow Love paper pad. 

 I started by stamping out some of my favorite images from the Dog Squad stamp set…which if you know me, I HAD to use the poodle since that is my breed of dog. I decided I wanted to stamp the image multiple times and create a rainbow effect using them. I coloured up the poodle images using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

To finish off my card, I used the Stitched Mini Slimline STAX Die-namics to cut out a piece of white card stock, then ink blended a rainbow background using MFT Premium Dye ink. 

I stamped a sentiment onto some yellow cardstock and cut it out into a strip and placed it onto my card front which I paired with a piece of patten paper from the Rainbow Love paper pad. 

Products Used:

Dog Squad Stamp Set

Dog Squad Coordinating Die-namics

 Stitched Mini Slimline STAX  

Rainbow Love paper pad

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My Favorite Things - Tweet Greetings

Hello Friends!

Welcome to the Tweet Greetings card kit preview from My Favorite Things!

This kit is jam packed with tons of “Tweet” goodies to make projects for ANY occasion…and there are plenty of add on items. The possibilities are endless with this kit and the only limit is your imagination.

The Tweet Greetings card kit is now available for purchase in the My Favorite Things online store. These kits tend to sell out very quickly so grab yours before it gone.

I created a card project using the “Birds Of A Feather”, “Beautiful Branch” & “Home Tweet Home” Die-namics, the “Tweet Greetings” stamp set and finally “Happy Patterns” paper pad.

I hope you enjoyed my card creation for today. For even more ideas and inspiration, please visit the My Favorite Things YouTube channel. 

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MFT & Friends February 2022 Release

Hi Friends!

Welcome to February 2022 Release celebration from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today as well as the previous 5 days are now available for purchase in the My Favorite Things online shop

Im sure by now your list of must haves from this release keeps growing and growing...I know for myself, it sure was a challenge to decide which goodies I wanted to play with first. I decided to play with the "Playtime Pals" stamp set and coordinating Die-namics.

I started by stamping out some out the adorable bear bouncing on the ball image from the “Playtime Pals” stamp set, colouring up the image using Copic markers and then cutting it out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I really love clean and simple card designs, it's just so pleasing to the eyes. I used the "Circle Extraordinair" Stencil to mask off and create my background scene. I then stamped the sentiment as well as the bouncing line image directly on top of my card front using black ink. To finish off my card, I used a piece of pattern paper from "Time to Celebrate" paper pad as well as a small strip of matching red card stock.

Products Used:

"Playtime Pals" stamp set

"Playtime Pals" coordinating Die-namics

"Circle Extraordinair" Stencil

"Time to Celebrate" paper pad

For even more ideas and inspiration, please visit the My Favorite Things YouTube channel. 

Always follow your creative heart

 

My Favorite Things - Purrfect Pairs

Hi Friends!

Welcome to Day 1 of the February 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase tomorrow, Tuesday February 8 at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the February release, I played with the “Purr-fect Pairs” stamp set and coordinating Die-namics.

I started by stamping out some of my favorite images from the “Purr-fect Pairs” stamp set, colouring up the images using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I was really wanted to try my hand a creating my background freehand and did so using my Copic markers. I'm really pleased with the results and want to try making more background in the future.

To finish off my card, I used Inside & Out Stitched Rectangle STAX Die-namics to cut out my cloud scene and then matted it on an orange cardstock which perfectly coordinates with the Perfectly Plaid patten paper pad.

Products Used:

Purr-fect Pairs stamp set

Purr-fect Pairs Outline Die-namics

Perfectly Plaid Paper Pad

Inside & Out Stitched Rectangle STAX Die-namics

For even more ideas and inspiration, please visit the My Favorite Things YouTube channel. 

Always follow your creative heart

My Favorite Things - You’re the Main Event

Hi Friends!

Welcome to Day 2 of the February 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday February 8 at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the February release, I played with the “You’re the Main Event” stamp set and coordinating Die-namics, Inside & Out Stitched Arch STAX Die-namics and lastly the Cloud Trio Die-namics which is this months Free with $60 purchase 

I started by stamping out some of my favorite images from the You’re the Main Event stamp set, colouring up the images using Copic markers and then cutting them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

To create my scene, I started by die cutting a piece of Kraft and regular white card stock using the Inside & Out Stitched Arch STAX Die-namics. Next, I ink blended the white inside piece with some blue ink to create my sky. and added the clouds from the "Cloud Trio" Die-namics. I used the Grassy Fields Die-namics to create the grass, ink blending the edges with a darker green. Once my scene was complete, I placed all my coloured images on top using foam tape and stamped my sentiment overtop of the card front using black ink.

Products Used:

You’re the Main Event Stamp Set

You’re the Main Event Die-namics

Inside & Out Stitched Arch STAX Die-namics

Cloud Trio Die-namics

For even more ideas and inspiration, please visit the My Favorite Things YouTube channel. 

Always follow your creative heart

My Favorite Things - Hip Hip Yay Numbers

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Welcome to Day 3 of the February 2022 Release Countdown from My Favorite Things.

All the goodies you see today will be available for purchase Tuesday February 8 at 10am EST.

For todays card creation using the February release, I used the Happy Cake Day Die-namics, Cue the Confetti stencil, and finally the Hip Hip Yay Numbers stamp set and coordinating outline Die-namics. 

I started by by cutting out the cake using the Happy Cake Day Die-namics with white card stock. I used Copic markers to colour the elements of the cake...I even used the Cue the Confetti stencil overtop and ink blended to give the die cut more depth and texture. It doesn't show up in the pictures but I added some Wink of Stella glitter pen overtop for a bit of sparkle.

Next I stamped out the numbers for "60" using the  Hip Hip Yay Numbers stamp set, coloured them up using Copics and then cut them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I had a lot of fun making this background. I added water to Distress Ink and used a straw to blow the ink in different directions to get the cool rainbow splatter.

To finish my card, I heat embossed a sentiment from the Itty Bitty Birthdays stamp set, added a piece of pattern paper form Festive Celebrations paper pad and then popped everything up using foam tape. 

Products Used:

Happy Cake Day Die-namics

Cue the Confetti stencil

Hip Hip Yay Numbers stamp set

Hip Hip Yay Numbers Die-namics

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MFT & Friends - September Release

Hi Friends!

Welcome to the My Favorite Things September MFT & Friends release celebration. Over the past 5 days, we showcased the amazing new goodies that are now available in the MFT online shop.

Today I created a slimline Christmas card that can quickly be massed produced yet packs a lot of punch style wise. 

I used the Santa Sends His Love and Sweet Christmas stamp sets which are pretty unique. There are solid and outline images that can be stamped in various colours to create fast, bright and cheery images.

I used the slimline Stitched Circle Trio die set and then stamped the Christmas Greetings background stamp in black ink onto white card. I then placed the stamped images in the centers of the circle windows.

To finish off my card, I heat embossed the Itty Bitty Holiday sentiment set with white embossing powder onto black cardstock and then cut hem out using the Itty Bitty Banners Die-namics

 

Always follow your creative heart

MFT September Release Countdown - Day 1

Hi Friends!

Welcome to the My Favorite Things September Release Countdown. Over the past 5 days, myself and the rest of the design team showcased a variety of amazing new goodies that will be available in the MFT online shop on Tuesday September 7th @ 10am

For today’s projects I played around with the Bright Holidays stamp set and coordinating Die-namics, The Christmas Tree Background stencil and the Christmas Greetings Background stamp.

I stamped and coloured up the image using Copic markers and then cut it out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I just think this image is the most adorable yet!! 

For my background, I used the Christmas Tree Background stencil with two shades of green Distress Ink. Leaving the stencil in place, I placed the Christmas Greetings background stamp overtop and stamped it using Gravel Grey Premium Dye ink from MFT. 

To finish off my card, I stamped one of the sentiments from the Bright Holidays stamp set using black ink and added a matting of red cardstock.

 

Always follow your creative heart

MFT September Release Countdown - Day 2

Hi Friends!

Welcome to the My Favorite Things September Release Countdown. Over the next 2 days, I will be showcasing a variety of amazing new goodies that will be available in the MFT online shop on Tuesday September 7th @ 10am

The Special Delivery stamp set and coordinating Die-namics is a versatile stamp set that you can not only create holiday projects with but honestly it can be used year round and for many occasions.

I stamped out the majority of the images from this set, coloured them up using Copics and then cut them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I wanted to create a bright and cheery scene that necessarily wasn’t for Christmas so I used a primary colour palette.

The clouds were created by ink blending using the Slimline Cloud Edges stencil and I paired it with some snowy hills that I created by using the Stitched Slimline Snow Drifts.

To finish of my card, I placed the card front onto some black card stock that was slightly larger than the card front  and stamped the sentiment using black ink

 

Always follow your creative heart

MFT September Release Countdown - Day 3

Hi Friends!

Welcome to the My Favorite Things September Release Countdown. Over the next 3 days, I will be showcasing a variety of amazing new goodies that will be available in the MFT online shop on Tuesday September 7th @ 10am

I’m in the Christmas spirit with this release and I created a card that’s “purr-fact” for the cat fanatic in your life. The Meowy Christmas stamp set is filled with lots of adorable cat images that are so fun to colour up and create scenes with.

I selected a few of the images from the set, coloured them up with Copic markers and then cut them out using the coordinating Die-namics.

I wanted to play with the new Fireplace Die-namics side set and it works perfect for my Christmas kitty scene. I pulled out the Window Dressing die-namics which is perfectly sized to go with the fireplace…I am gonna have so much fun creating winter scenes using these dies. 

To create the wallpaper, I simply cut a piece of Cheerful Plaid of the 6 x 6 paper pad…that pattern paper set is the perfect addition (and must have) to your pattern paper collection. 

I hope you enjoyed my card creation for today using all the lovely new MFT goodies!

I will see you tomorrow with more previews and inspiration :)

 

Always follow your creative heart

MFT September Release Countdown - Day 4

Hi Friends!

Welcome to the My Favorite Things September Release Countdown. Over the next 4 days, I will be showcasing a variety of amazing new goodies that will be available in the MFT online shop on Tuesday September 7th @ 10am

I have been itching to make some Christmas cards and was so pumped when I saw the “Paw La La La La” stamp set. Not only is it the cutest stamp set but its perfect for the dog and cat lover in your life.

I started by stamping out, coloring the image using Copic markers and then cutting it out using the coordinating Die-namincs.

I cut a piece of pattern from the new Keep Me In Stitches 6 x 6 paper pad and then placed a white piece of card stock that I die cut out using the A2 Double Stitched Rectangles Die-namics. I did some quick ink blending using a blue ink, added some platters for some texture and then placed my colored image on top. 

To finish off my card, I stamped the sentiment in black ink and added a few sequins.

We will see you tomorrow for another day of inspiration and previews

 

Always follow your creative heart

Swimming Hole Friends

Hi Friends!

Welcome back for Day 2 of the My Favorite Things June Release Countdown. 

For my project today, I created a slimline card using the super fun Swimming Hole Friends stamp set and coordinating Die-namics. I also am featuring the Slimline Stitched Square Trio Die-namics - which I know I will be reaching for time and time again.

I stamped out a few of favorite images from the stamp set and coloured them with Copic markers.

Next I ink blended a piece of white card stock using Distress Oxide Inks. I love how simple it was to create 3 vignettes using the Stitched Square Trio Die-namics. To help set my scene, I simply die cut out some ink blended grass using Slimline Grassy Hills Die-namics 

I love how bright, cheery and fun this card is and I know someone is going to smile when they receive it.

 

Always follow your creative heart 

Spa Day - Have a Spa-tacular Day

Hi Friends! 

Welcome back for Day 3 of the June Release Countdown from My Favorite Things. I hope you have enjoyed previewing all the amazing new goodies as much as I have.

Today I created a card using the super adorable Spa Day stamp set and coordinating die-namics.

I stamped all my favorite images from this stamp set (which was practically the whole thing haha) and coloured them up using Copic markers.

I did some quick and easy ink blending to create a subtle background for my scene which makes the images really pop.

I really love how this card turned out if I do say so myself…and I had a blast creating with this stamp set. I know its one I will be reaching for again soon.

 

Always follow your creative heart 

MFT February 2021 Release

Hi Friends!

I have been a fan of MFT since I was a baby card maker...all their images are completely adorable, so fun to colour up and the quality of all their products are second to none.  When I had the opportunity to be a guest designer for this month's release I said yes instantly! It was like Christmas Day when my package arrived from them and I got to see all the goodies first hand.  

I had so much fun creating with this release that I made four fun projects to share with you. 

MICE DAY TO CELEBRATE

My first project features the "Mice Day To Celebrate" stamp set. I coloured up the images with Copic markers and created a cute scene card using a variety of images from this amazing set. 

FEEL BETTER

Next I decided to create a clean and simple "get well" card using the Stacey Yacula stamp set, "Feel Better". I have been such a fan of Stacey Yacula's art for ages and this was my first time colouring up some of her images and it certainly wont be my last time.

SWEET CELEBRATION

For my third card, I instantly saw this simple scene card in my head when I looked at the "Sweet Celebration" stamp set. I  quickly coloured up up this lovely image using my Copic markers.  For the background, I  created the clouds using Copics as well and feel like it perfectly finished off the scene.

BALLOON BESTIES & HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY

For my final project, I wanted to do a slime line card that showcased the "Balloon Besties" stamp set. I coloured up my favourite images from the set using Copics and then created an ink blended background using Distress Oxide inks. I was going to use one of the accompany sentiments from the set but decided to use the beautiful "Happiest Birthday" sentiment stamp and heat embossed it with gold embossing powder.

I so hope you enjoyed my card projects showcasing the February 2021 release from MFT!   I also would like to give a big thank you to MFT for having me guest design this month...one thing off my bucket list.

Until Next Time - Stephen 

 

MFT Stamps - London Mouse

Hi Friends! 

Just wanted to share a card I made for my Dad's Birthday.

London Mouse stamp set by MFT stamps 

My dad (and my entire family actually) is a big fan of the British Royal Family and all the presents I got him for his birthday  this year are themed around that. I was going through my stamp collection and discovered I had purchased this super adorable stamp set from MFT years ago and never used it (oops!!). The stamp set is called London Mouse and unfortunately it is a retired set...I hope you don't mind but I wanted to share this card creation with you still.

I coloured all the images with Copic makers and added some minor details with coloured pencil. I ink blended the background using Distress Inks and stencilled the cobblestone pavement using a stencil from Stamp Anniething.

I adore making scene cards and this one was super fun to create.

I hope you liked my card creation for today!

Until next time - Stephen