Did you know every last Friday of each month we have a blog hop filled with beautiful inspiration from the Alumni Design team? Are you looking to jumpstart your creativity? If you feel stuck and want some ideas to get you started, you are in the perfect spot!
Join in this months hop for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate before 11:59pm EST 27th September 2021, It's easy to join in on the fun! See how below.
p.s There are two chances to win! One chance with the Designers Blogs and another with the Heartfelt Creations Blog!
Heartfelt Creations 2021 SEPTEMBER Alumni Blog Hop List
Kathy
Clement – https://wp.me/p34lmI-60v
Alissa
Wells - https://willrunforstamps.blogspot.com/
Vicki
Dutcher - https://allidoisstamp.blogspot.com/search/label/Heartfelt%20Creations/
Candy
Slabaugh - https://candyscreationsblog.blogspot.com/
Amarilys
Doria - https://amadrian8.blogspot.com/search/label/Heartfelt%20Creations
Carole Wright - https://theprettypaperpatisserie.blogspot.com/ YOU ARE HERE
Emily
Niehaus - https://emmielouwho.blogspot.com/
Lisa
Gregory - https://what-a-beautiful-mess.blogspot.com/
Monica
Edwards - http://scraps2treasure.blogspot.com/
Oksana
Clegg - http://everydaycrafting.blogspot.com/
Heartfelt
Creations Blog -
https://www.heartfeltcreations.us/blog/join-the-alumni-team-blog-hop-and-be-inspired-to-create-something-beautiful-today
PRODUCTS USED
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Rustic Sunflower (heartfeltcreations.us)
Deluxe Flower Shaping Tool Kit
Deluxe Flower Shaping Paper Pack of 50 - White, HCPP1-475
Stack and Store Daubers-Pack of 6, HCDA1-449
Designer Dries Clear Adhesive, 159723
Ranger Archival Inks - Vivid Chartreuse, Paradise Teal, Sunflower,
Prills - Hot Mama, You had me at Yellow, Gilt Trip, Go Mango
OTHER PRODUCTS USED
White card, 9x4inch card blank, clear glitter, Ranger distress inks in Wild Honey, Vintage Photo, Picked Raspberry, Classic Sunflower stamps and dies, foam tape, Hot Glue.  INSTRUCTIONS Take the 9 x 4 inch card blank and cover with paper from the paper pad, leave a small gap all around the edges Die cut a Royal Elegance Frame large, lightly ink edges, adhere in the center of the card Cut a 3 3/4 x 8 3/4 piece of pretty paper from the paper pad, adhere Stamp, colour (I used Zig Markers, and Die cut the Rustic Can, Freezer and Bucket, adhere using Foam Tape Stamp, colour and die cut an assortment of sunflowers and leaves Place in Sunflower mold, lightly spritz with water and run through a die cutting machine Tap out and lightly shape with the flower shaping tool Glue two layers of each bloom together, adhere around the card with hot glue Using Dries Clear Glue and a small brush or sponge, add clear glitter When dry using Dries Clear Glue and Prills, flower centers. (I mixed the Prill colours together to get mixed colour centers) If you have the Classic Sunflower dies and stamps, use these to make the larger bloom for the front of the box, if not, the smaller ones are fine. All done.  HOW TO MAKE THE BOX The card measures 9 x 4 inches The box is slightly larger to accomodate the card You will need two A4 sheets of white cardstock and paper from the paper pad Cut the lid to 6 3/4 x 11 3/4 Cut the base to 6 1/2 x 11 1/2 Score at 1 inch on all four sides on both pieces, fold and burnish all sides Cut tabs on opposite sides of the box on both pieces Nip out a tiny edge on each section of each tab with scissors Add glue to the front of the tab, bring base up and glue together Glue all four tabs down and hold the corners together with clips until dry Line the base of the box with pretty paper Adhere another paper to the lid,leaving a small gap around edges Decorate lid with a flower and leaves All done. VIDEO HERE  Many thanks for visiting me today, come back soon for lots more inspiration. GOOD LUCK EVERYONE Bye for now xxx |
This is so cheery, Carole! I love the custom box! Thanks for always sharing so much good information about how you made your card! Thanks for hopping with us this month, my friend! xo
ReplyDeleteSuch a pretty card Carole - loving the choice of flower colours!
ReplyDeleteWow, the card is beautiful; instructions concise; and even instructions for how to make a box to fit the slim line card! Who could ask for more? I am keeping your instructions for the card and box. Appreciate both the beautiful card and assembly information. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow, a card and a box?! Gorgeous! Love the colours you have chosen too! Thanks for the inspiration!
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ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful! I love slimline cards and the box is awesome! Well done!
ReplyDeleteI love the pop of purple with the sunflowers. Beautiful card.
ReplyDeleteAdorable fall country card creation! Luv how bright and cheerful you have colored your card. Thanks for sharing and the inspiration ...Suzy Q
ReplyDeleteI love the coordinating box and your pink flowers are stunning! The whole card is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous!!! Love the colors and stunning flowers!
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Paper Talk with Samra
Love this card and thanks for including the instructions for the box.
ReplyDeleteLove your cards Carole. The colors are so pretty together.
ReplyDeleteLove your card and box. I think the containers really set the stage for the sunflowers. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteWhile not a fan of cards this size, I do appreciate all the work required to create this card and box. I think I like the box front design over the colors on the card...personal choice.
ReplyDeleteLove this slimline!
ReplyDeleteLove the bright, cheery colors!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous slimline. Wonderfully done.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cheerful and happy card. Love it🥰
ReplyDeleteI especially love the flow and movement of your card. 😎
ReplyDeleteCarole, all of your cards are gorgeous! I especially like the bright colors in the top card. The vivid colors are just so cheerful. Thank you for brightening my day!
ReplyDeleteWhat a happy cheerful card. I love making slimline cards. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteI just love, love these rustic stamps and the beautiful papers. Another gorgeous card to see in our Four Seasons Gallery. Thank you for joining us!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! I don't see a link to our challenge blog, which is part of the rules, can you link up? Thank you for joining us at Four Seasons!
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