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You need to try this beautiful designer paper technique

Today I have a very unique Paper Craft Crew card map challenge! Instead of the normal white background this map challenges you to create a card using a darker color card base and then add several other elements that contrast yet pull the card together. 

What caught my eye was the swirl on the card map - especially the pattern on the swirl. And then I got an idea...

I knew immediately that I wanted to use my Flourish thinlits for the swirl - but how to get that pattern on it? Hmmm. 

Flourish Thinlits Dies
$29.00

 

 

Then it hit me: what if I die-cut the swirl using designer series paper - one that already had the pattern in it? Enter the Share What You Love designer paper:

Share What You Love Specialty Designer Series Paper
$27.00

 

I chose the pattern that was Mint Macaron and Basic Black and then my card design came together quite quickly after that. My card base would be Mint Macaron and then I would use a strip of Pick a Pattern Washi Tape,  and some Basic Black Faceted Dots  for my embellishments:

Pick A Pattern Washi Tape
$8.00

Faceted Dots
$6.00

For the phrase I used my Flourishing Phrases stamp set and die-cut the phrase using my Stitched Labels Framelits:

Flourishing Phrases Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$37.00

Stitched Labels Framelits Dies
$33.00

 

Here's my card:

Now it's your turn! Try the above card map and my designer series paper technique the next time you craft. And if you want to see what the other design team members created using this map, click here to link over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

How to create a beautiful sympathy card

In today's video I am going to show you how to create a beautiful sympathy card using the Lasting Lily stamp set. I am also going to introduce a set of matching framelits (Lily framelits) that Stampin' Up! revealed on March 1st. 

Lasting Lily Photopolymer Stamp Set
$0.00

Lily Framelits Dies
$27.00

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These two products are only available until March 31st AND only as supplies last. Sale-A-Bration has been a whirlwind this year and many products are no longer available (sad face). So don't wait and be disappointed. If you love Lasting Lily earn it now before it is gone for good!

To coordinate the colors on my card I used a narrow left-over strip of Gingham Gala paper - I LOVE this paper for all sorts of card ideas: Easter, spring, birthday and yes, sympathy too. 

Gingham Gala 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

Here's my Lasting Lily card - don't miss my video tutorial at the bottom of this post! (change the phrase to suit your needs)

Stamp set: Lasting Lily (149717)

Ink: Lemon Lime Twist, Highland Heather

Paper and cutting dimensions:
          Whisper White: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2"; 3 6/8" x 5 3/4"; 2 3/4" x 1 1/2" (for phrase)
          Highland Heather: 5" x 3 3/4" 
          Gingham Gala (148554): 3 6/8" x 3/4"

Other: Big Shot, Magnetic Platform, Lily framelits (150071), Stampin' Sponges, Silicone Sheet, SNAIL adhesive, Stampin' Dimensionals, Mini Glue Dots

Here's my video - thanks for watching!

 

How to send sunshine wishes and itty bitty wishes

I love clean and simple card ideas. Why? They appeal to my eye and my sense of design. I have always believed that clean and simple cards are elegant and artistic. 

What is your favorite design style? Leave me a comment under this post to let me know because I want to help you out with ideas each week!

Today's card uses one of my favorite stamp sets: Itty Bitty Greetings. 

Itty Bitty Greetings Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$36.00

 

There are 32 stamps in this set featuring sentiments for every occasion. It is simply a must-have set for your collection. 

Pair up Itty Bitty Greetings (using your favorite phrase) with Sunshine Wishes and the Floral Romance paper and you end up with a gorgeous clean and simple card. I love the Floral Romance paper with its soft, elegant designs for weddings, anniversaries, and more, including printed vellum for layering and hand-cutting accents.

Floral Romance 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Specialty Designer Series Paper
$14.00

Sunshine Wishes Thinlits Dies
$27.00

 

Here's the perfect card to send sunshine wishes and itty bitty wishes! 

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Itty Bitty Greetings (146667 clear, 146664 wood)
• Card Stock (CS) – Petal Pink (146985); Whisper White (100730)
• Ink Pads – Petal Pink (147108)
• Misc. – Floral Romance Specialty Designer Series Paper (DSP)  (148586); Sunshine Wishes Thinlits Dies (141489), Pretty Label Punch (143715); Sponge Dauber (133773); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755) 

 

Measurements:  

• Petal Pink CS: 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”, scored in half at 4-1/4”; and a scrap for die cutting
• Whisper White CS: 5 3/8” x 4 1/8” layer; 5 1/4” x 4” for the inside; and scraps for die cutting and punching
• DSP vellum: 5 ¼” x 4”

 

Instructions:

1. Burnish the fold in the card base using a Bone Folder.
2. Stamp the sentiment in Petal Pink ink onto a scrap of Whisper White CS, cut it out using the Pretty Label Punch, then ink the edges in Petal Pink using a Sponge Dauber.
3. Die cut a heart from Petal Pink CS and one from Whisper White CS.
4. Glue the 5 3/8” x 4 1/8” Whisper White layer onto the front of the card base.
5. Adhere the sentiment onto the vellum layer using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
6. Glue the two die cut hearts onto the vellum layer.
7. Glue the vellum layer onto the Whisper White CS layer, putting glue only behind the pieces attached to the front, and one teeny tiny dot of glue behind each corner.
8. Glue the 5 1/4” x 4” Whisper White CS onto the inside of the card.

Celebrate someone special with some birthday cheer

When you think of birthday colors do you normally think of black? I sure don't but today's card certainly dispels that myth I have in my creative head. 

I think that what makes today's birthday card pretty special is this pretty spectacular Birthday Cheer bundle:

 

Birthday Cheer Cling Bundle
$45.00

 

The edgelits create an amazing visual image on cards and can be colored using Blender Pens, Stampin' Write Markers, Stampin' Blends or a combination of all three!

If you want to celebrate someone special with some birthday cheer, try this fun card! Don't forget to grab your embellishments to add a touch of sparkle:

Birthday Cheer birthday card

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Birthday Cheer Bundle (150576)
• Card Stock – Basic Black (121045); Whisper White (100730); Coastal Cabana (131297)
• Stamp Pads – Black Memento (132708) 
• Misc. –Bermuda Bay Blends Duo (144600); Lemon Lime Twist from the 2017-2019 In Color Stampin’ Write Marker Collection (144033); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Detailed Birthday Edgelits Die; Basic Jewels Clear Rhinestones (144220) 

Measurements:  

• Basic Black: 4 ¼” x 11”; 3 1/4” x 3 7/8”
• Coastal Cabana: 4” x 5 ¼”  
• Whisper White: 3 ¼” x 3 7/8” ;4” x 5 ¼” (for inside of card)

Instructions:

1. Attach Coastal Cabana layer to the front of the card base.
2. Run the Basic Black layer through the Big Shot to die-cut the presents. Place Thinlit close to the top of the Black piece to leave a border at bottom.  
3. Attach the Package die-cut layer to the Whisper White layer and trim around the packages on both sides, so the Coast al Cabana layer shows.
4. Using your Bermuda Bay Stampin' Blends and Lemon Lime Stampin’ Write Marker color the open spaces of the presents. 
5. Stamp greeting in Black Memento Ink in the top left area of the Whisper White layer.
6. Attach the white finished layer to the Coastal Cabana layer on the front of the card.
7. Add Rhinestones to the bows and a few of the circles on the tall present.

See the best product for memory keeping

If you love memory keeping as much as I do, you probably have a really nice stash of supplies for your pages. As do I. But if you don't have the Large Letter framelits I want to recommend them to you and show you a fun page idea using them. 

Large Letters Framelits Dies
$99.00

Here's why I love these dies:

• Create die-cut letters and symbols in seconds with these dies and your Big Shot
• Their open design allows you to place them where you want for precise cutting
• Combine die cuts to create your own messages

For my page design, I started with the Needlepoint Nook paper. (Tip: let your paper colors guide your page colors)

Needlepoint Nook 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

I decided my page base would be Blushing Bride and the accent colors would be Night of Navy, Crushed Curry and Poppy Parade. I wanted my page to be for some summer photos so chose to create "SUMMER" as my title using the Large Letter framelits. 

For accents I used the Bitty Blooms punch pack because I wanted to match the flower style and colors in the Needlepoint Nook paper. I created a layer banner and as a final touch I used a different pattern of the designer paper for faux washi tape and the strip under my page title. 

If you would like to invest in the perfect product for your scrapbook/memory keeping pages, click here to head to my online store. Consider sharing the cost and the framelits with your crafty friends! These letter dies are also fun for card making. 

Why you should join my creative and fun team

If you’ve ever thought about joining my Stampin’ Up! team, now is the perfect time!   You choose $175 in products for only $99 - and all of those products can be from the Occasions Catalog the Annual Catalog or a combination of both!

Just as Stampin' Up! demonstrators provide their customers with one-stop shopping and individualized service, Stampin' Up! will provide YOU with the opportunity to pursue your individual goals whether those goals are to enjoy a hobby, build a thriving business, or contribute to family income while spending more time at home.

Whether you'd like to earn money to pay for your stamping supplies, create a full or part-time career, or simply get a discount on your stamping supplies, Stampin' Up! (and me!) will help you do it. And if that isn't enough, we've listed 10 reasons for you to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.

1. Get ideas for handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and home decor projects.
2. Learn new, artistic stamping techniques on a monthly basis.
3. Gain first access to popular popular lines and exclusive, award-winning designs.
4. Get a 20 percent discount on ALL Stampin' Up! products.
5. Be your own boss, and establish a flexible business that meets your goals.
6. Spend more time with family when you work from home with a schedule that fits you and your family.
7. Be eligible to attend Stampin' Up!'s fabulous conferences and events.
8. Earn free exotic trips and other recognition (like free rubber stamps, cash awards, and other valuable prizes).
9. Meet new friends and enrich lives while sharing what you love.
10. Receive support and training from Stampin' Up!

What's the catch? 

• For $99 you choose up to $175 in the Stampin’ Up! product of your choice!
• Free shipping – the kit ships to you FREE, for another 10% savings.
• There is no obligation to ever host a party, workshop or sell product and absolutely no pressure from me! It's your business!
• No Risk – You can enjoy all the benefits & discounts of being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator with no risk. No Catch. I Promise. 
• You have TWO Starter kit options to choose from - go here for more information! 

If you’ve got questions, I am happy to provide the answers.  Email me today and let’s chat! (terri@nutzaboutstamping.com)

You need to try this fun designer paper trick

Today I have a beautiful birthday card idea using the FREE Hello Cupcake stamp set - available with a Sale-A-Bration qualifying order only through March 31, 2019.

If you haven't heard about Sale-A-Bration it is our biggest promotion of the year where you can earn free stamp sets and other products. Click on the photo below to download the brochure to your device:

The Hello Cupcake is one of your free choices! This set was paired with the Botanical Butterfly designer paper (another free choice!) to make the colorful card below. 

The trick to this card is using the designer paper - the striped paper was colored using Stampin' Blends which makes this card so cheerful!

Read on for a complete list of supplies and directions for making this fun birthday card and give this idea a try. If you don't have the Botanical Butterfly paper have a look at what you have a home and see what you can color using your Stampin' Blends. 

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Hello Cupcake (149714)
• Card Stock – Whisper White (100730), Coastal Cabana (131297), Granny Apple Green (146990)
• Stamp Pads – Versamark Pad (102283), Coastal Cabana Classic Stampin’ Pad (147097), Granny Apple Green Classic Stampin’ Pad (147095)
• Misc. – Big Shot Die Cutting Machine (143263); Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430); Call Me Cupcake Thinlits (150072), Stitched Shapes Framelits (145372), Silver Embossing Powder (109131), Story Label Punch (150076), Botanical Butterfly Designer Series Paper (149622), Coastal Cabana/Granny Apple Green 3/8” Reversible Ribbon (148572), Bermuda Bay Light Stampin’ Blends Marker (144580). Granny Apple Green Dark Stampin’ Blends Marker (146877), Highland Heather Dark Stampin’ Blends Marker (146883), Embossing Buddy (103083), Heat Tool (129053), Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins (148561)

Measurements:  

• Coastal Cabana: 4.25” x 11” for card base, scored at 5.5”, scrap for icing
• Granny Apple Green: scrap for cupcake base
• Whisper White: 3” x 3” and scrap for sentiment
• Black & White Stripe from Designer Series Paper: 4.25” x 1.5”
• Coastal Cabana/Granny Apple Green 3/8” Reversible Ribbon: 8”

Instructions:

1. Use the Stampin’ Blends to color the white sections of the striped designer series paper.  Rotate thru the 3 colors as you go across the paper.  Fold the card base in half and adhere this piece to the bottom of the front of the card base.
2. Using Versamark ink, stamp confetti all over the top portion of the card front.
3. Wrap ribbon around card front and adhere ends such that they will be hidden under the cupcake piece. The Granny Apple Green color is displayed.
4. Stamp cupcake wrapper image on scrap of Granny Apple Green cardstock using Granny Apple Green ink. Stamp icing image on scrap of Coastal Cabana cardstock using Coastal Cabana ink.  Rub the Embossing Buddy across the stamped icing image. Stamp confetti image on top of the frosting image using Versamark ink. Cover the stamped frosting image with Silver Embossing Powder and shake off excess powder.  Use Heat Tool to melt the embossing powder.   
5. Rub the Embossing Buddy across the scrap piece of Whisper White card stock.  Stamp Celebrate Your Day! using Versamark ink, cover with Silver Embossing Powder & shake off excess powder.  Use Heat Tool to melt embossing powder.  Punch out the sentiment using the Story Label Punch and adhere to the card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. 
6. Use the Big Shot to die cut the cupcake wrapper and icing using the Call Me Cupcake Thinlits dies.  Use the largest stitched square thinlit die from the Stitched Shapes Framelits dies to create the stitched square shape.  Assemble the cupcake on the stitched square using Stampin’ Dimensionals under the icing. Add 3 Gingham Gala Adhesive-Backed Sequins to the stitched square shape. Adhere cupcake piece to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.  

How to create a beautiful (and easy) friendship card

In today's blog post and video I am going to introduce a brand new product that recently arrived. It's called the Country Floral Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing folder (149698). You can earn this product for FREE with a $50 product order until March 31, 2019.

There are a lot of techniques you can do with this folder so if you want to learn some of them, leave me a comment under this blog post!

I decided to keep my card clean and simple and monochromatic, making Grey Granite my card base. I used the Beauty Abounds stamp set for my phrase and one of my embellishments:

Beauty Abounds Cling Stamp Set
$23.00

 

Here's my card - and don't miss my video at the bottom of this post!

Country Floral friendship card

Stamp set: Beauty Abounds (148726)

Ink: Grey Granite

Cardstock and cutting dimensions:
          Gray Granite: 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" 
          Whisper White: 4" x 5 1/4"; 2 3/4" square, scrap for butterfly

Other: Big Shot, Country Floral Dynamic Embossing folder (149698), Layering Circles framelits (141705), Gray Granite 1/2" Textured Weave ribbon (147656), Mini Glue Dots (103683), Mini Stampin' Dimensionals (144108), Metallic Pearls (silver) - optional

Here's my video - thanks for watching:

As promised on my video - here's the inside of my card - again, clean and simple:

 

 

How to wish someone a happy day

Today I have a fun card idea that is perfect to wish someone a happy day! A happy birthday that is. 

This card took only a few minutes to create thanks to my Happiness Blooms Memories & More card pack which was the main feature of my card. 

Happiness Blooms Memories & More Card Pack
$10.00

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One of the cards in the pack became the main layer for my Night of Navy card base. I had to trim it a bit to fit and used this left over strip for the inside layer - as a fun connecting embellishment. 

As I wanted a birthday card idea I used my Piece of Cake stamp set and Calypso Coral Stampin' Blends combo pack, Nigh too Navy and Lovely Lipstick markers to color the flowers on cake.

Piece Of Cake Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

For the final two touches, I added a Lovely Lipstick knot and then used one of the flower stickers from the card pack to complete my card. 

And my card is done! 

Here's a side view:

Want to place an order for these products? Click here to link over to my online store!

 

Learn how to make the perfect gift bags

I was cleaning up my craft cupboard the other day and spotted my Gift Bag Punch Board. I realized I haven't created a gift bag for ages so thought it was about time I did so!

I used to make gift bags all the time and have no idea why I haven't done so recently. They are so easy to make and Stampin' Up! has even come out with a video using the Gift Bag Punch Board. Have a look to see how easy they are to create!

 

I decided to make a small gift bag to share with you using Blueberry Bushel card stock as my card base. Then I chose a corresponding pattern and color from the 2018-2020 In Color Designer Paper pack:

In Color 2018–2020 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

 

As you know I make a New Year's resolution to use up my accessories before they retire in May so that I have a clear conscience to buy more when the next Annual Catalog comes out in June! The Best Route washi tape uses Blueberry Bushel as one of its colors so I used some strips of it on my gift bag:

Best Route Washi Tape
$5.50

My final choice was to create the word 'wishes' from the Well Written framelits - I love this set of framelits with all the word choices and images. 

Well Written Framelits Dies
$40.00

My last design choice was to create a Mango Melody butterfly to add a fun little touch on my bag. 

The dot on the 'i' is one of the Best Route Enamel Shapes and the bag is held closed using a trip of Blueberry Bushel ribbon. What do you think? Cute, right? 

Why not add the Gift Bag Punch Board to your next product order and begin to make your own gift bags! You can create matching gift card and envelopes for a complete set of gorgeousness!

How to create this easy designer paper stamping technique

On a recent Facebook Live video I demonstrated a really fun (and very easy) designer paper stamping technique! This technique is perfect for softer designer paper patterns like you see in the video photo below. 

When trying the technique start with your paper design and let the colors in the design determine the colors for the card base and coordinating elements. My paper choice is from the Happiness Blooms product suite:

Happiness Blooms 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 Cm) Designer Series Paper
$11.00

 

I chose the Calypso Coral polka dot pattern and then used Lovely Lipstick as my contrasting color. I wanted to create a birthday card for a friend at work so decided to use my Piece of Cake stamp set and the image with the polka dots on it - a perfect match!

Piece Of Cake Photopolymer Stamp Set
$17.00

And the rest fell into place - easy peasy! 

To see the technique and the final card (oh so cute), you have to watch the video below. No spoiler alert card photo from me today! (hint: the photo below is NOT the technique!)

Once you watch my video, have a look through your designer paper and give my technique a try! Then head over to my Facebook Page (Terri Walker, Nutz about Stamping) and share a photo of what you created there. We'd love to see your inspiration. 

 

Try this beautiful, simple card map challenge

I am a big fan of clean and simple cards as they don't take a lot of products to create and are very appealing (to me). This week's Paper Craft Crew card map challenge is beautiful and simple - bonus! At first I thought it was more of a Valentine or Love layout but then realized I can make it whatever I want it to be. 

Which led me to my So Hoppy Together stamp set - I am having so much fun created cards with this set and now that we have coordinating framelits creating is a breeze!

Once I decided to use a frog image for the heart, things fell into place very quickly. I wanted my card to be very soft looking so choose a left over strip of the Painted Seasons designer paper (now available separately!) for the banner layer. Using the colors in this paper as my guide I used Lemon Lime Twist and Pool Party and my Blender Pens to color the frog. The background image is from the Timeless Textures stamp set - so many fun images in this set that I could have used: (click on the set image to link over to my online store)

Timeless Textures Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$20.00

 

Here's my card:

If you want to see what the other design crew members created using this map, click here to link over to the Paper Craft Crew site. 

Want to see what I created for last week's card map challenge where I introduced the #simplestamping technique? Click here. 

This is the perfect month to join my team

Here's why:

• Until March 31st, you can get $175 in products for just $99!
• OR: Until March 31st you can get $175 in products AND our Craft and Carry Tote bag ($50 value) for just $129!
• You can add the brand new Sale-A-Bration coordinating products to your Starter kit!

But it is not just about free products - there's so much more to being a Stampin' Up! demonstrator! 

Just as Stampin' Up! demonstrators provide their customers with one-stop shopping and individualized service, Stampin' Up! will provide YOU with the opportunity to pursue your individual goals whether those goals are to enjoy a hobby, build a thriving business, or contribute to family income while spending more time at home.

Whether you'd like to earn money to pay for your stamping supplies, create a full or part-time career, or simply get a discount on your stamping supplies, Stampin' Up! (and me!) will help you do it. And if that isn't enough, we've listed 10 reasons for you to become a Stampin' Up! demonstrator.

1. Get ideas for handmade cards, scrapbook pages, and home decor projects.
2. Learn new, artistic stamping techniques on a monthly basis.
3. Gain first access to popular popular lines and exclusive, award-winning designs.
4. Get a 20 percent discount on ALL Stampin' Up! products.
5. Be your own boss, and establish a flexible business that meets your goals.
6. Spend more time with family when you work from home with a schedule that fits you and your family.
7. Be eligible to attend Stampin' Up!'s fabulous conferences and events.
8. Earn free exotic trips and other recognition (like free rubber stamps, cash awards, and other valuable prizes).
9. Meet new friends and enrich lives while sharing what you love.
10. Receive support and training from Stampin' Up!

What's the catch? 

• For $99 you choose up to $175 in the Stampin’ Up! product of your choice!
• Free shipping – the kit ships to you FREE, for another 10% savings.
• There is no obligation to ever host a party, workshop or sell product and absolutely no pressure from me! It's your business!
• No Risk – You can enjoy all the benefits & discounts of being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator with no risk. No Catch. I Promise. 

If you’ve got questions, I am happy to provide the answers.  Email me today and let’s chat! (terri@nutzaboutstamping.com)

How to make a stunning background image

Have you ever tried Stampin' Up!s background stamps, featured on page 172 of the Annual Catalog? These large stamps (available in wood or clear) make super cool eye-catching details on cards, boxes and scrapbook pages. 

Here's the catalog image so you can see how two of these stamps are used: Marbled and Handwritten.

Today's card features the Burlap background stamp:

Burlap Clear-Mount Stamp Set
$15.00

This stamp adds a vintage or country detail so is the perfect background for the Home to Roost stamp set - free with a $50 order until March 31st! 

This card also features watercoloring using ink pads and an aqua painter. I love how this notecard looks - the angle of the layers and stamps add an interesting detail. To learn how to make this card, read the instructions under the card photo. 

Home to Roost notecard

Supplies: 

• Stamp Sets – Home to Roost (SAB) (149736); Burlap (143982)
• Card Stock – Whisper White Thick (140272); Whisper White (100730); Mossy Meadow (133676)
• Stamp Pads – Stazon – Jet Black (101406); Soft Suede (147115); Crumb Cake (147116 ); Mossy Meadow (147111); Cherry Cobbler (147083); Rich Razzleberry (147091); Pumpkin Pie (147086) 
• Misc. – Aqua Painter (103954); Linen Thread (104199); Rectangle Stitched Framelits Dies (148551); Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755)

Measurements:  

• Whisper White Thick: 8 1/2” x 5 1/2”
• Whisper White: 2 3/4” x 4” ½” wide scrap (sentiment)
• Mossy Meadow: 4 ¼” x 3” 
• Linen Thread:27” (approx.)

Instructions:

1. Score at 4 1/4” along long edge of Whisper White Thick cardstock, and fold to make card base.
2. Stamp burlap image (at an angle, as shown) onto card base with Mossy Meadow ink. Set aside to dry.
3. Stamp rooster image in Stazon ink; set aside to dry.
4. Use the (approx. outside dimension) 2 3/8” x 3 ¾” Rectangle Stitched Framelit to cut out the center of the Mossy Meadow cardstock. Keep the frame and set aside the inside section for a future project.
5. Watercolor the rooster with an Aqua Painter and ink from inside the lids of the various colored inks. This example uses Soft Suede for the lower area of the rooster, and Crumb Cake followed by a little Mossy Meadow beneath the feet. Rich Razzleberry for the breast, back & tail, Pumpkin Pie for wing and around eye, and Cherry Cobbler for his comb. Remember to apply color quickly and DO NOT saturate any area of the cardstock. If you need to additional color depth, apply additional layer(s) of color after the previous layers have dried. 
6. Once all watercolored areas are dry, stamp the grasses with Crumb Cake and then repeat with Mossy Meadow.
7. Layer the stamped rooster behind the Mossy Meadow frame and glue together. Note that the stamped layer is a little smaller than the frame so you’ll have some room to adjust width of overlap for preferred visual balance. 
8. Stamp “Just a note” with Stazon ink, leaving a tiny bit of room to the right of the periods, and enough space in front of the word “just” to trim a banner shape. Apply glue behind the periods and tuck that end of the banner slightly under the lower right edge of frame, leaving the left end free. Curl left end upwards a little, if you wish.
9. Adhere the framed piece (at an angle) to the card base with additional glue.
10. Fold the linen thread into thirds and tie into a bow. Attach bow to the frame with a tiny spot of glue. Trim ends as desired.