Hello Stampers!
 
I’ve been sharing the wonderful Stampin’ Up! Brusho Crystal Colour in classes, and I love all of the effects I’ve created. But I have to say, this is my favorite! It uses the Rose Garden Thinlits and Rose Wonder stamp set. (Just an FYI: These are going to be retired and will no longer be available after June 1.This is such a lovely set with wonderful sentiments.)
 
I die cut the large rose and leaves out of Stampin’ Up!’s Watercolor Paper. I placed the die cut (I didn’t adhere) on a piece of Shimmery White card stock. I sprinkled the Yellow Brusho over the flower image, and then I sprinkled the Moss Brusho over the leave portion of the die. I then used our Spritzer and spritzed water over the rose and Brusho. I carefully pulled the stencil off of the paper and let the paper dry. Amazing! I just love the soft and subtle look!
 
Brusho Crystal Colour is so versatile. It can be used in many different ways to create backgrounds and washes. You just have to give it a try and not be afraid to make a mess.
 
Here are some things to keep in mind when using Brusho:

• The Brushos comes in five colors: Yellow, Moss Green, Brilliant Red, Gamboge, and Prussian Blue.
• It is a powder that activates when it comes in contact with water, creating brilliant color.
• When you receive your package, do not take the lip off of the individual Brushos. Use a push pin to poke a hole or two in the top. You will then be able to sprinkle the color onto your projects.
• It is best to use either Stampin’ Up!’s Watercolor Paper or the Shimmery White.
• You can use the Brusho in several ways. You can apply water to your paper with your Aqua Painter and sprinkle the crystals on top and left them do their magic. You can also move the color around with the Aqua Painter. Or, you can sprinkle the Brusho onto your card stock and then use a water spritzer to activate the powder. You can use a paper towel to wipe up any excess, or you can let it dry as is.
• It’s also fun to emboss an image (white works well) onto your Shimmery White card stock or Watercolor paper and then apply the Brusho and water.
• It may take awhile for the project to dry.
• Some stampers use painters’ tape or washi to hold the paper to a flat surface. The paper does tend to bow when wet, but flattens out again!
• Don’t be afraid to mix colors, but too many colors may give you a muddy look.
• Have fun! It’s only paper! And a little Brusho goes a long way!

 
The products I used on this card are listed below. Click on any of the photos to be taken directly to my online store to purchase. Please contact me if you have questions about the card or the Brushos.
 
Thanks for stopping by today!
 
Kim

Hello Stampers!
 
I don’t know about you, but with the yucky weather here in Nebraska, I’d love to be at this scene depicted in the card! A warm, sunny beach sounds very inviting!
 
It’s fun and easy to create this with Stampin’ Up!’s Waterfront set. (Fun fact: This set was designed by Connie Heisey, one of Stampin’ Up!’s million-dollar achievers.) If you’re a lover of mountains, this set works for that scene, as well.
 
I used a lot of bright and happy colors including Tempting Turquoise, Melon Mambo, Lemon Lime Twist, Old Olive, Pacific Point, and Daffodil Delight and paired them with the Seaside Embossing Folder. I’ve included a list of ingredients used to create this card below. Click on any of the graphics to go directly to my online store to order.
 
Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you are having a sunny day where ever you are!
 
Kim

Hello Stampers!
 
I was so excited to receive this piece of Stampin’ Up! framed art in the mail this week! Isn’t it lovely? It’s so cool to be able to create a variety of projects with rubber stamps, ink, paper, and dies.
 
I can’t even give anyone credit! We’re participating in a Secret Pal exchange for our team, and this came anonymously from a wonderful stamper! Thanks to whomever you are!
 
She used Stampin’ Up!’s Large Letter Framelits as well as the Hold onto Hope bundle. This is something I’ll be able to use year after year.
 
Thankful for talented stampers and for Stampin’ Up!’s awesome products.
 
Happy Easter!
 
Kim

Hello Stampers!
 
The sweet little bunny in Stampin’ Up!’s A Good Day stamp set is perfect for the centerpiece of this Easter card. It also works well with the new 1 1/8-inch and 1 3/8-inch Scallop Circle Punches. And, the Basket Weave Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (free – along with the Blossoming Basket stamp set – with a $100 order during Sale-A-Bration) makes an awesome background.
 
Here is a quick rundown of how this card comes together.
 

• Card base: 11 x 4 ½ inches, Crumb Cake, folded in half
• Pear Pizzazz: 5 ¼ by 4 inches
• Whisper White cut at 3 ¾ x 3 ¾, run through the Big Shot in the Basket Weave Textured Impressions Dynamic Embossing Folder.
• Wrapped a piece of Pear Pizzazz Shimmer Ribbon (about 5 inches) around the white embossed piece. Used glue dots to adhere ribbon to the back side of the piece. Use another small piece of ribbon to create a faux bow.
• Adhere the white to the Pear Pizzazz. Adhere to Crumb Cake base.
• Stamp with bunny in Archival Ink on a scrap of Whisper White card stock.
• Color rabbit as you like. I used Stampin’ Writer Markers.
• Punch with the 1 1/8-inch Scallop Circle Punch.
• Punch a piece of scrap Pear Pizzazz card stock with the 1 3/8-inch Scallop Circle Punch.
• Layer all onto a small Gold Foil Doily.
• Stamp with Happy Easter sentiment (from the You’re Inspiring) stamp set in the lower left corner of the Pear Pizzazz card stock.

 
Love the embossing folder? Get it free through March 31 with a $100 order. It also comes with the awesome Blossoming Basket stamp set.
 
Thanks for stopping by today!
 
Kim

Hello Stampers!
 
The countdown is on! There are just about six days left of Stampin’ Up!’s most exciting sale of the year: Sale-A-Bration. (It ends March 31.) You receive your choice of a free product (exclusive stamp sets, Designer Series Paper, shimmer ribbon, embossing folders, and more) with qualifying purchases of either $50 or $100 (before tax and shipping).
 
It’s been so fun playing with all of these stamp sets and papers and accessories. This card features three products from the $50 purchase level: Lots of Lavender, the Tutti Fruitti Note Cards and Envelopes, and Heartfelt Blooms. So easy to use to create quick and pretty handmade cards.
 
The choices for each earning level are listed below. Take this opportunity to get some of your crafting supplies free.
 
Thanks for stopping by today! If you have any questions about Sale-A-Bration or the cards I create, leave a comment or shoot me an email. I’d love to hear from you!
 
Kim

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