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Simon Says Stamp - In My Heart Release Blog Hop, Day 2

Blog hop promo with floral background, featuring a free gift offer for a "Beautiful Day 3x4" stamp set. Includes cartoon dog and text details.

Hi Lovelies!


Welcome to Day 2 of Simon Says Stamp's In My Heart Blog Hop! This card practically makes itself! All you have to do is choose your own asventure with the color scheme and consider whether you waant to vary the textures of your die-cuts. With such a striking colors, I decided to keep my textures smooth and uniform. I'll share some ideas at the end about how you can stretch the options with this serene cover plate die.



Colorful card with "LOVE YOU" text, surrounded by pink flowers and blue leaves. Background includes bright flowers and textured patterns.
This bird can be somber, encouraging, joyous or loving.



Click the image below to check out the entire In My Heart Release. All supplies for this project are linked in the Supplies Section at the end of this post.


Greeting cards with floral and animal designs, phrases like "Love You, Mom." "In My Heart" text above, with website link at the bottom.
Click to SHOP THE RELEASE!


Today's GIF!


I think my bird is a bit more elegant than this pigeon...



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FLORAL BIRDSCAPE LOVE YOU CARD - Die-Cutting, Inking, and Paper-Piecing


Colorful card with purple wings, blue leaves, pink flowers, and an orange "LOVE YOU" banner. Designed by Keisha Charles, set on a pink envelope.
The colors stand out but are harmonious at the same time.



COLOR PALETTE


Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Ink Pads - Grapefruit, Carnation, Orchid and Royal


Four ink pads in orange, pink, purple, and blue labeled Grapefruit, Carnation, Orchid, and Royal on a grid background.



Cardstock - Simon Says Stamp Moonglow.


Stack of light gray cardstock labeled "Moonflower," measuring 8.5x11 inches. Branding features a cartoon dog and "SIMON SAYS STAMP."

PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS


Die-cutting the Cover Plate Background - die-cut twice, first with Moonglow for Cardstock for the outline, and then with white cardstock for the inlaid pieces.

Stencil design with floral and dove cutouts on purple paper, placed on a pink gridded mat. A hand points near a glue gun.


Inking the Inlaid Die-Cuts - use Small and Detail Blending Bbrushes to individually ink each piece with the selected ink colors. Then match it to the corresponding slot, and adhere with craft glue to secure.

Vibrant card art with a purple abstract shape, surrounded by pink flowers and dark blue leaves. Ink pads labeled Grapefruit, Carnation, Orchid, Royal are above.


Diecut and Ink the Sentiment to Finish - Use the Little Banners diecuts for the sentiment or your preferred sentiment, just keep and small so it does not overpower the bird.

Floral card with pink flowers and blue leaves. Orange banner reads "LOVE YOU" over a purple background, creating a loving, cheerful mood.



UP CLOSE AND CRAFTY


Pink flowers and blue-green leaves on a vibrant card, set amid pink ribbon and flowers, creating a cheerful, artistic scene.
I searched on Pinterest for folk art to find an interesting color scheme for today's card.

Pink card with blue leaves and pink flowers. Orange banner reads "YOU." Background features embossed textures and a coral accent.
I think the little flowers are my favorite!


LAST LOOK!


Colorful card with purple dove and pink flowers saying "LOVE YOU" in pink-orange banner. Background features pink petals and text design credit.
The only think I would change is to make the dove's beak orange here, to stand out more.

TIPS FOR ELEVATING YOUR COVER PLATE DIES:


I promised you some texture tips to get the most out of your color plate dies:

  1. Use glitter cardstock on some die-cuts to catch the eye

  2. Use vellum for an ethereal effect

  3. Consider thin foam or felt for a soft plush feel

  4. Emboss the outline with a delicately patterned folder (mini polka dots) to spice things up.

  5. Stamp a tightly patterned background stamp over the outline for contrast.


I want to make sure that you get the most out of today's blog hop, so please take note, Lovelies:


  • Be sure to explore the In My Heart release gallery. It's packed with inspiration from the releases! Remember, this is DAY 2 of the Blog Hop. You've got another bumper crop of inspo to explore from Day 1. Be sure to head back to the Simon Says Stamp Blog to check out all the inspiration from Day 1!


  • Comment on this post to be eligible to win a $25 coupon from Simon Says Stamp. Winners will be chosen and posted on the Simon Says Stamp blog on Wednesday, March 25th. The winner should email Simon Says Stamp to claim their prize.


  • Our not-yet-released Simon Says Stamp exclusive Beautiful Day stamp set will be automatically added to your cart with any purchase of In My Heart release products! This gift with purchase will expire March 22nd at 11:59 PM EST or while supplies last. (Limited time offer - see details below.)


Blog hop promo: "Free Gift" with Clover Shaker Sentiments stamp set. Includes phrases like "good luck." Green, black, and white theme.

Thanks again for stopping by! I hope to see you again soon! Now, do go and check out the fabulous crafting Sandi MacIver has in store for you today!


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SUPPLIES:


I’ve listed the products I used below. Please note that these are compensated affiliate links used at no cost to you. I really appreciate your support. Simon Says Stamp's IN MY HEART products were provided as part of my Design Team package. Click on the icons below each product picture to shop with SimonSaysStamp.com.



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