The Paper Chic

Elzybells Sketch Challenge…

Jessica — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:00:37 +0000

This simple Happy Mother’s Day card was created for Elzybells sketch Challenge #38. I started out layering some springtime Basic Grey papers with a white dot paper in the middle. I then stamped Happy Mother’s Day using stamp set Fervour Sentiments and all the inking was done with Chocolate Brownie. Hope everyone has a great day! To see more creations using these stamps and other sets check out these designers…Inge Groot, Jen Allen, Moon Hulsman, and Rachel Sztonyk.

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Cute Project with Elzybells Stamps…

Jessica — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 05:05:49 +0000

I’m up late finishing this project for Elzybells new spring stamps but it has turned out to be my favorite. I’m so glad to because its for my mom. I had a great childhood growing up with my mom always by my side and I wouldn’t change a thing. My mom has thought me to a kind, generous, independent person and for that I created this project. I started stamping flowers from the Floral fervour using different yellow inks and then later adding brown dots to the centers. I used the happy mother’s day circle stamp from the tags-floral circles set and added a cut out yellow flower. I then attached everything to my bag and added more embellishments such as gems, ribbon, and a matching button.

The cute little box holds a pretty pair of silver earrings that I know she will love and can wear with any outfit. I kept the box simple by using the stem stamp from Floral fervour to create a border. Next the circle stamp was used from the tags-floral circle set and is a great place for me to stamp to a dear mother which is from the Fervour sentiments set. I attached everything to matching paper and ribbon with the circle being popped for dimension. Matching gems and button were added last and tie the two in perfect!

The countdown to release day is close but be sure to check out the other designers! Inge Groot, Jen Allen, Moon Hulsman, Rachel Sztonyk!

Elzybells Sneak Peaks…

Jessica — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:02:45 +0000

Another great day with Elzybells stamps and its time to post some creations! I’m trying to step outside my norm but the ribbon keeps getting the best of me. As you see in this card I started out by stamping different floral tops (floral fervour) and then adding stems using versamark ink. I then used clear embossing powder to give them a glossy look. The circle and the Happy Birthday were both from the tags-floral circle set. And last I added ribbon…sorry it got the best of me!

Here’s my other mini creations that I’m giving away to a great friend who does so much for me. I started out with 3 x6 Vanilla Cupcake cardstock and folded into mini cards. I stamped two flower circles from the tags-floral circles set and embellished with Stickles. I then inked all elements of the cards with Chocolate Brownie and even got to use a coordinating button. All that was needed was a little tulle and some pop dots! I think I’ll start making more! These are so easy if you get an assembly line going!

I love how each set is so different but you can mix and match each one to make some great looking cards! To see more creations using these stamps and other sets check out these designers…Inge Groot, Jen Allen, Moon Hulsman, and Rachel Sztonyk.

Think Spring with Elzybells Stamps…

Jessica — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:01:40 +0000

Another day of sneakpeaks from Elzybells but only one creation to show you. You see my pets have taken it upon themselves to tear and devour my second creation. I will have to re create and show you the masterpiece tomorrow. But until then enjoy the card that survived.

This card was actually made using Making Memories paper and some simple stamping. I first stamped both the dandelion and the think spring circle onto white circles using Cinnamon Spice ink. Both of these stamps are from the Tags-floral circles stamp set and I just love circles. They make all your square cards look more balanced. With that being said all I needed to do was add ribbon, a pretty stick pin , and my stamped images.

Be sure to visit the design team’s blogs to see more wonderful stamping possibilities with these sets.
Inge Groot
Jen Allen
Moon Hulsman
Rachel Sztonyk

Elzybells New Release…Day One

Jessica — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 05:01:08 +0000

Even though my yard and parking space are still full of snow spring is on its way. What better way to celebrate than with some spring inspired stamps form Elzybells. I choose stamps that would be a bit of a challenge for me but I just love my results so far. The first creation is a card to let anyone know that you are thinking happy thoughts. I used the Floral fervour set to create the flower and stem. I used two different yellow inks to create the flower color and sponged on Cinnamon Spice last before stamping. I then used Cinnamon Spice for the stem and the sentiment. The sentiment comes from the Fervour Sentiments set and has so many possibilities. You will see more creations using this set in the days to come!

These little gift bags are great for special treats but I think I’ll use them for spring bulbs. I started out by stamping ten flowers from the Floral fervour set using Pink Lemonade. After cutting them all out I applied diamond stickles and set aside to dry. I went through my stash and found this perfect spring paper from Basic Grey. Then using another sentiment form Fervour sentiments I stamped all things grow with love. I used Cinnamon Spice for the stems on these flowers and pop dots to add some dimension. Simple inking around the edges and pink gems finish these spring inspired gift bags.

Check out these other great creations from the designers!
Inge Groot, Jen Allen, Moon Hulsman, and Rachel Sztonyk

More Than One Fold Challenge…

Jessica — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:01:12 +0000

This Elzybells challenge called for me to put on my thinking cap and do a little sketching before I got creating. A card with more than one fold hmmm.. let me think…a pretty wedding card would be perfect. I started out buy folding the card stock three times then choosing a couple of different coordinating papers. I’m a little partial to green and brown (they were my wedding colors) so I placed the floral on the outside and the dot on the inside. The last fold has the floral again and a space for a special message. I kept this card really simple by adding gems to the front and creating a sleeve to hold it all together. I used the stamp always and forever which is from Heartstrings Sentiments in Cinnamon Spice ink. This card would be perfect as an invitation for all those spring weddings!

All I want to do is Shop…

Jessica — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:20:58 +0000

Don’t worry I’m still here! I’ve been so busy lately with traveling for work and trying to dig myself out from the BLIZZARD of 2010! But since I’ve had so much time at home all I want to do is watch movies and do a little Etsy shopping. I thought I would share with you a pair of copper earrings I purchsed last week. I just got them in the mail today but I can’t wait to wear them. I purchased them from SilverSmack which has a great selection of silver, copper, and brass. They have a hammered distressed look and would compliment any outfit. I have a couple other pieces of copper and with these earrings I now have a complete set. I can’t wait to show them off to everyone at work!

Elzybells Challenge…Valentine Gift

Jessica — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 05:05:13 +0000

It’s time for a card challenge with Elzybells stamps. Challenge #36 is to make a Treat or Gift for Valentine’s Day. I started out with a blank box that has a clear sliding top. I’m sure its from another gift but now it has a new purpose as a sweet gift. The inside holds some chocolate scented lotion but the outside is just as sweet. I wrapped the outside with Chocolate Brownie card stock along with a strip of Basic Grey. I stamped the heart circle onto Pink Lemonade card stock with Strawberry Fool ink. This stamp has a blank middle so you can add just about any sentiment but I chose be my valentine? I then added matching buttons which are new to Elzybells and are great for those people who love to match.

I kept on creating and made some mini cake toppers using the same stamps and paper. I used the same colors but switched the ink around and added some sparkle to the hearts. I used tulle between the circles and matching buttons tied with twine around one edge. All I needed was mini cakes and these heart cakes will do just fine plus they are my favorite!

Be sure to check Elzybellsfor more challenge ideas and submit your creations!

Check out the design team creations here: Inge Groot, Jen Allen , Moon Hulsman, and Rachel Sztonyk!

So Sweet Cherry Notebook…

Jessica — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:44:26 +0000

Finally getting into my crafting space this weekend after a battle with a cold and some travel for work. I still have the cold but I slipped into my space and created this notebook. I haven’t been to my LSS lately so I dug through my stash and found this cute cherry paper that has a green dot pattern on the opposite side. After adhering the paper I added plaid ribbon, tulle, and matching green buttons. I stamped So Sweet of You onto white card stock then used foam dots to add dimension.

I’ll be traveling this week so post maybe light! Thanks for stopping by!

Elzybells Challange…Pattern Paper

Jessica — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 05:05:52 +0000

It’s time for a card challenge with Elzybells stamps. Challenge #35 is make your own patterned paper using stamps. This was definitely a challenge for me but I’m proud to share these two cards. For the first card I started out by drawing a grid using a pencil. After I had drew out the squares I stamped a small solid heart using Pink Lemonade, Chocolate Brownie, and Strawberry Fool. I erased the grid and stamped my valentine between the rows. I was going to leave the card along but everything can use bling so I placed small gems between each heart.

For the second card I started out by stamping love is in the air with Strawberry fool around the border of craft colored paper. I then drew a four sqaure grid and stamped the circle of hearts with Pink Lemonade. I erased the lines and went back with a small solid heart and placed in the center of each circle. The last step was to stamp tiny hearts between the sentiment and add one more circle of hearts to the center using foam dots. Simple ribbon and a matching button finish this card!

Be sure to check Elzybells for more challenge ideas and sumbit your creations!

Check out the design team creations here: Inge Groot, Jen Allen , Moon Hulsman, and Rachel Sztonyk!