Some Serious Inspiration for the Get Inky! Challenge 10: Ribbons

It's my day to post at the Get Inky! Stamps blog! I truly got ALL in the Christmas spirit to inspire you to enter the Get Inky! Challenge 10: Ribbons. Using the 2013 Holiday set I decorated a clear acrylic gift tag from Clear Scraps that can double as an ornament!! This amazing stamp set is available at the new Etsy store.


Supplies:

• Get Inky! Stamps 2013 Holiday set - gingerbread man, hat, merry Christmas
• Recollections - ho ho ho embellishment
• Red felt poinsettia buttons - stash
• 3D Zots glue dots
• American Crafts - merry Christmas ribbon
• Pens - Zig Photo Signature, Sharpie Ultra Fine: Brown, Red, 
• Krylon gold paint pen
• Tsukineko brush stix
• Uhu twist and glue
• Gold mesh ribbon - stash
• Crop-a-dile big bite
• Stazon ink - blazing red, jet black, Timber Brown, opaque white
• K and Company - Elizabeth Brownd Designer Mat Pad - double-sided Christmas cardstock

The tag comes covered in brown stickers that have to be peeled off before you start. I began by stamping the images and sentiment on the top with Stazon ink. My pads were a little dry so I outlined the images with my fav new tools - ultra fine tip Sharpie and Zig Photo signature pen! Don't judge! LOL. 

Using various brush stix, I colored the hat with the red stazon ink. The white parts are colored with Stazon opaque white ink. The gingerbread man was colored in from the back of the tag with a brown sharpie. Outlining the tag in Krylon paint pen made it look a little more fancy. Love it! The embellishments are popped up on 3D glue dots for that extra oomph. I don't want this baby to get lost in the majesty of the Christmas tree! 

Last steps were to add the double-sided cardstock to the back of the tag as well as the ribbon to hang the ornament and the ornamental merry Christmas ribbon. Here's a view of the back of the tag. I love how the pattern on the back matches the pine theme from the front.

I just love how this came out!! I look forward to seeing your creations in the challenge! Thanks for stopping by! Please share this post and pop over to the Get Inky! Stamps blog and leave me some love over there too! Thanks again!


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Christmas Tag Trio - Get Inky! Stamps

There's a Birthday/Christmas challenge going on at the Get Inky! Challenge blog. I'm here to inspire...

It's Christmas in July!! I used to really think folks were crazy for thinking about Christmas mid-summer but now I realize it makes a lot of sense. I always have big ideas about making hundreds of cards to send to family and friends but never seem to have the time during the hustle and bustle of the season. I have not sent a Christmas card since 2010! Well this is the year!

I always think about making tags too but never tried it out. Mostly because I struggle with working "small." As you can see, I've thrown caution to the wind and created a Christmas tag trio to help introduce Get Inky! Stamps new holiday stamp set. If you're looking for a versatile holiday set, this is it!

Ok, let's take it tag by tag so you can learn which supplies I used etc.!

Here's the first tag I made using 6 stamps from the set to create a winter scene. The tag was cut from Cricut cart Tags, Bags, Boxes and More 2 (p. 27) at 5." The white DCWV glittered cardstock is the base and the layer is green patterned cardstock by Basic Grey (Marrakech - green tea).

This monochromatic look was created by stamping the trees and sentiments and inking the edges in Forest Moss Distress Ink and coloring with Copics (G85, E37, Y15). To give the star more sparkle, I added yellow Stickles to the star (seen still wet in the top picture). Liquid applique heated with a heat gun gives the snow it's puffy pillowy appearance. What tag is complete without ribbon? The sheer red ribbon from my stash fit the bill 100%.

Here's a closeup to show you just how pillowy the snow is and how beautiful the font is in this stamp set. So sophisticated!

This second tag was cut at 5" using the same Cricut cart (p. 31) but created my own layer by cutting a circle at 3.25" from the Cricut Essentials cart. The patterned paper is from a Christmas themed K and Co. Designer mat pad. Using 4 different stamps from the set to celebrate Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer. I love the bubble letter-ish font! I simulated snow with flowersoft this time. Popped-up felt poinsettias from Jo-ann's and 12mm flower cabochons (The Jewelry Shoppe) added to the center were the perfect adornment. Black American Crafts ribbon with the reindeer's names on it and Martha Stewart snowflake ribbon complete the look.

The red ink for the sentiment and Rudolph's nose is from TPC Studios, Clearly Better - Scarlet. Rudolph was stamped in Clear and Simple Stamps Espresso your Style hybrid ink and traced in Copic 100 black. All edges were inked with Faded Jeans Distress Ink.

Do you think I should add Christmas Red stickles to Rudolph's nose???

This final tag is simple, yet impactful. The tag was cut at 5" from the same cart (p.40) with a layer cut from Cricut Essentials at 2.5" from the same K and Co mat pad. Two stamps were from the Get Inky! set were used. Noel was heat embossed using VersaMark and Stampendous gold detail embossing powder. The holly was stamped in Encore Ultimate Metallic gold ink and heat embossed with the same detail embossing powder. American crafts Christmas ribbon was used on both ends of the tag to tie the overall look together.

Do you think I should add Christmas Red stickles to holly berries???

Once I get your answers I will do a follow up post with new pics (if needed). I hope you enjoyed this holiday post and will consider entering the challenge and buying the stamps on the website or on Etsy!


Update: Stickles added - check it out here!

Challenges:
D.L Art - Anything goes
Pin and Tack - Anything goes
D.L Art - Christmas in July
Sentimental Sundays  - Christmas in July
HIMCR - Christmas in July
Clearly iStamp - Christmas in July


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Sophie Thank you cards 9

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 9

The bright colors of this card makes my day! The simple yet impactful cut out pattern at the bottom of the card blends in while still standing out (just enough). The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set. The "believe" 3D dimesional sticker is from my stash.

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Sophie Thank you Cards 8

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 8

This card is so sweet with the polka dots and heart cut out design. I love how the rub on landed the a right in a polka dot. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you cards 7

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 7

Clean and simple, the floral pattern is cut out of the bottom edge of this classic styled card. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you Cards 6

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 6

I love the delicate rose pattern cut outs at the bottom of the card. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you Cards 5

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 5

This is one of my favorite patterns - paisley. The cut outs at the bottom of the card allow the inside pattern to show through. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you Cards 4

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 4

Card 4 shows a cut out border at the bottom. The contrasting color shows through once the card is closed. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiments is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you Cards 3

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 3

Card 3 showcases a flourish border cut out at the bottom of the card. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiment is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you cards 2

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 2

Card 2 shows a beautiful floral pattern cut out near the bottom of the card. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiment is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.

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Sophie Thank you cards 1

To thank my guests for making my Stampin' Up! party a success, I made a unique thank you card for each person. Thanks to their orders I was able to gain all the hostess benefits for a $400 show! I was able to get lots of free and reduced priced items that I love, love, LOVE!

card 1

Card 1 boasts a floral cut out pattern at the bottom of the card. The double sided cardstock is from my stash. Some are from Basic Grey, DCWV, Bazzill and other well known companies. The card bases are cut from Cricut cart Sophie. The layered embellishments are by Pebbles. The 3D butterflies and mini flowers are K & Co. The rub on sentiment is from the Mini Marks "Kate Sidekicks" set.


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