Watercolor Pencil Cottage Rose Birthday Card

Today's card features the Abigail Rose product suite. I think it is absolutely beautiful! I couldn't resist purchasing the entire product suite! 

The style of the stamps and the designer series paper reminds me of early 1900's fabric. I would love to make a quilt out of this paper pack! The color palette is a mixture of browns, vanilla, grey, and black with a hint of pale pink. 

 

I used watercolor pencils in Flirty Flamingo, Early Espresso, Old Olive, and Daffodil Delight to add a soft texture to the stamped rose. 

 

 

I first added color to the sketch lines in the stamp to create shadows. Then I filled in each petal and leaf with less pressure to accentuate the shadow areas.

 

Inside the card I added a leaf image along side of a strip of the Crumb Cake floral patterned paper for an extra embellishment.

Below are the measurements and supply list to recreate this Cottage Rose birthday card. If you need supplies to recreate this card, please, shop my online store HERE.

Measurements

• Card Base: 8-1/2" x 5-1/2"; scored at 4-1/4" (Thick Very Vanilla Cardstock)
• 1st Mat: 3-5/8" x 4-7/8" (Early Espresso Cardstock)
• 2nd Mat: 3-1/2" x 4-3/4" (Abigail Rose Designer Series Paper (DSP))
• Rose: 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" (Very Vanilla Cardstock)
• Greeting: 3/8" x 2-1/2" (Very Vanilla Cardstock)
• Inside DSP Strip: 1/2" x 5-1/2" (Abigail Rose Designer Series Paper (DSP))

Supply List

Stamps
#159040 Cottage Rose Stamp Set (also available as a bundle with the Cottage Flowers Dies with item #159048 Cottage Rose Bundle)

Paper
#144237 Thick Very Vanilla Cardstock
#101650 Very Vanilla Cardstock
#119686 Early Espresso Cardstock
#159037 Abigail Rose Designer Series Paper (DSP)

Ink
#147114 Early Espresso Ink Pad
#141709 Watercolor Pencil Assortment #1
#149014 Watercolor Pencil Assortment #2

Embellishments
#158136 Brushed Brass Butterflies
#104430 Dimensionals
#144108 Mini Dimensionals

Tools
#159047 Cottage Flowers Dies (also available as a bundle with the Cottage Rose stamp set with item #159048 Cottage Rose Bundle)
#118486 Clear Block C
#118485 Clear Block D
#118489 Clear Block G
#110755 Multipurpose Liquid Glue
#102300 Bone Folder
#103579 Paper Snips
#130148 Grid Paper
#152392 Paper Trimmer
#149653 Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine
#126200 Stampin' Scrub
#153648 Stampin' Mist Cleaner

I love these brushed brass butterfly embellishments! The butterflies have a gorgeous, reflective metallic finish that pairs well with every color in the Stampin' Up! catalog. The size is great for a variety of project sizes. I really like how they are dimensional without adding too much bulk or weight to a card! They are flat on the top too, making it less likely that they will tear an envelope in the mail. The brushed brass butterflies are a winner in my book!

I hope you enjoyed today's Cottage Rose birthday card. If you need supplies to make this floral card, please, shop my online store HERE.

If you have any questions about today's project, please, don't hesitate to ask me.

Thanks for stopping by!
Beth

Second Sunday Sketches #40 Starts Today

 

It is time for another Second Sunday Sketches challenge! If you are new to Second Sunday Sketches, please review the rules here or below. Each second Sunday of the month, I will post a card sketch. A sketch is graphic or drawing of how the elements of a card are arranged.

You will then use the sketch as a guide to create your own card. Your card must be a new creation and reflect the challenge guidelines. Your card must include the major elements of the card sketch, such as the number of layers and the general position of the embellishments and/or die cuts. You can rotate the sketch for a top-folding card or for a side-folding card.

You choose the occasion and the color palette as well as the stamp set(s) and the embellishments. I do ask that you use Stampin' Up! products (current or retired).

The measurements will also be included in the blog post for each Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge. You can use the measurements as given or increase them or decrease them. For example, if a greeting is stamped on a 1" circle on the sketch, but the greeting you choose is 1-3/4", then increase the size of the circle to 1-3/4". You can also change the shape. Instead of a circle, you can use an oval, a square, a daisy punch, a monogram, etc.

The challenge will run from the second Sunday of the month until the last day of that month.

Below is August's card sketch.

Challenge Dates

August's challenge will run from August 14th, 2022 until August 31st, 2022 at 5pm EDT.

If you would like to participate in the Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge, please create a card using the sketch above and email me a photo of your card by August 31st, 2022 at 5pm EDT with the subject line Second Sunday Sketches Entry.

Prize Drawing

The day after the last day of the month (September 1st), I will place all of the names of the participants in a proverbial hat and randomly draw a winner. The winner will receive a prize (US Residents only)! The prize each month will change and will be announced at the start of each challenge. August's Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge prize is a surprise embellishment pack from my retired product cache and three hand-made cards from me.

Winner Announcement

If you are the winner, I will notify you by email. Please respond to my email with your complete mailing address, and I will mail you your prize! If the winner does not respond to my email within 7 days, I will draw another winner.

I will also post all of the entries on my blog (with your names attached to the photos) and the name of the winner.

Some Ideas on How to Make this Card Sketch Your Own

There are many ways to change this card to make it your own! You can rotate the card layout 90 degrees, change the oval to another shape like flowers or pandas, add washi tape for the stripes, use stencils to add more interest to a mat layer, and more!

Share Second Sunday Sketches with a Friend

Be sure to join in on the fun and share with a friend! If you enter the Second Sunday Sketches challenge, you can get a bonus surprise prize by sharing this challenge with a friend (for US residents only)! Here's how to get a bonus surprise prize. Limit two bonus surprise prizes per person per month.

1. Enter into this month's Second Sunday Sketches challenge
2. Share this month's Second Sunday Sketches challenge with a friend (that hasn't participated before)
3. Have your friend submit their this month's challenge card entry
4. Email me that your friend has submitted their card entry. Submit your complete mailing address and the name of the friend that you shared with. I will confirm their entry and then send you a bonus surprise prize.

I am looking forward to seeing your personal take on the 40th Second Sunday Sketches sketch challenge! If you have any questions about this card sketch challenge, please let me know! I am happy to assist!

Happy Stamping!
Beth

World Card Making Day Creative Event Coming October 1st

 

Clear your calendar!! Stampin' Up! is hosting a FREE virtual for all stampers and crafters on October 1st from 2:00pm - 5:00pm MT!! During this free virtual event we will come together as a crafting community to do what we all love—make cards!

World Card Making Day Creative Event at a Glance

• Who: Anyone!
• When: 1 October from 2:00–5:00 p.m. (MT)
• Where: Online
• Price of Event: Free
• Registration Dates*: 11 August–1 October
• Language of Event: The event will be in English with language interpretation voice-over and subtitles in English, French, German, and Dutch
• *You don’t have to register for this event but registering will keep you informed of all the fun crafting in store!

 

How to Register

• Click HERE to register.
• *You don’t have to register for this event but registering will keep you informed of all the fun crafting in store! 
• I registered because I want to be kept up-to-date and make sure I get the project measurements and instructions before the event, so I can cut my cardstock and have my materials ready to go.
  

 

What is Happening at this Creative Event?

World Card Making Day is all about making beautiful, heartfelt cards. During the event, Stampin' Up! will walk you through several projects, and you’ll create the cards right along with us. You’ll end up with new project ideas and some stunning new cards!

 

Do I Need to Order Supplies Ahead of Time?

You can use your own supplies or, to make the most of this experience, you can order 

• the Cottage Rose Bundle from the 2022–2023 Annual Catalog, 
• the Cottage Wreaths Bundle from the July–December 2022 Mini Catalog, or 
• the Warm Welcome Bundle, which you can get early from the January–June 2023 Mini Catalog! 

If you want, you could even order all three bundles! The Warm Welcome Bundle will be available for purchase starting 1 September*. 

*This date is subject to change. If you are registered for the event, we’ll automatically notify you by email as soon as it becomes available.

 

When you order any bundle, you’ll get a FREE gift of Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels! (Note that even if you order all three bundles, you’ll only receive one Iridescent Pearls gift.)

Check out the Product Flyer with all the bundles’ ordering information HERE or click the graphic below. 

 

 

You can still attend this event without ordering the bundles, but it will be a lot more fun to craft together if you have one or more bundles! Order early to get your products in time for our World Card Making Day Creative Event.
 

 

Let's celebrate together!

I am hosting an in-person gathering on October 1st from 3:30pm - 7:30pm EST. Bring your bundles, clear blocks, and your class kit (scissors, adhesive, and bone folder). I will supply the cardstock, ink, coloring tools, and die cutting machine. We will connect to the virtual event by computer and broadcast it to the television. The cost is $20 to cover the use of my materials. Snacks and beverages will also be served. Please, RSVP by September 21st at 5pm EST on my event page HERE or by phone.

I can't wait to stamp with you on World Card Making Day!

Beth

The Winner of the 39th Second Sunday Sketches is....

Tracy Reed! Congratulations, Tracy! Tracy is the winner of the 39th Second Sunday Sketches card sketch challenge! Your prize, a mystery embellishment pack from my retired product cache and 3 handmade cards, will be in the mail on August 2nd, 2022.

How adorable is this horse peeking over the brick wall?!?! I love how Tracy moved the greeting rectangle to the center area and put it on an angle. What a fun way to add whimsy to a card! Well done, Tracy!

Check out the other entries for the 39th Second Sunday Sketch card challenge. Donna created a focus medallion with a metallic snowflake and a stitched circle die cut with the three wise men embossed in gold. Donna, your card is stunning! I love the added touch of the musical designer series paper. It really emphasizes the Christmas spirit! 

Pat used a scalloped circle punch for her circle on the sketch and added a sweet friendship greeting and flower punch out. I love how she echoed the colors in the Tea Boutique designer series paper in the card base and in the flower. 

Toni used the scotty dog punch in her circle element. He is so cute! I love how Toni added pearls in the corners on her greeting rectangle! So beautiful! Well done everyone! Thank you so much for participating in the 39th Second Sunday Sketches!

Want More Second Sunday Sketches? 

The next Second Sunday Sketches card challenge starts on August 14th, 2022. The prize will be a mystery embellishment package from my retired product cache and 3 handmade cards from me.

Share Second Sunday Sketches with a Friend

Be sure to join in on the fun and share with a friend! If you enter the Second Sunday Sketches challenge, you can get a bonus surprise prize by sharing this challenge with a friend (for US residents only)! Here's how to get a bonus surprise prize. Limit two bonus surprise prizes per person per month.

1. Enter into August's Second Sunday Sketches challenge
2. Share August's Second Sunday Sketches challenge with a friend
3. Have your friend submit their August challenge card entry. Email me that your friend has submitted their card entry. Submit your complete mailing address and the name of the friend that you shared with. I will confirm their entry and then send you a bonus surprise prize 1-3 business days after I draw August's winner.

Happy Stamping!
Beth

P.S. Ever wonder how I draw for the Second Sunday Sketches winner? I use an app called Tiny Decisions. I input all of the names of the participants onto the wheel and spin it. The name that the wheel stops on is the winner.