Beauty of the Earth: WINTER EDITION + Friendly Hello

 This week as life gets crazy busy counting down to Christmas I wanted to move into Winter inspiration. I chose Friendly Hello *a brand new Saleabration stamp set launching January 4, 2022* more on that in a minute and the Beauty of Friendship bundle (the Beauty of the Earth Suite works as well).

The fun part of this project is the Shimmery White Embossing Paste to give a 3D snow effect. These are cards with dimension and sparkle and they will wow your recipients!

Beauty of Friendship or Beauty of the Earth is an all season bundle/ suite and the Friendly Hello stamp set was a perfect pairing, in my opinion because it's about hello, support and friendship. Winter a very good time to send cards and show that support and care for our friends and loved ones.

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PRODUCTS FOR THIS PROJECT (3 Cards, one theme):

• Beauty of Friendship Bundle https://www.stampinup.com/products/beauty-of-friendship-bundle-(english)?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Friendly Hello Stamp Set (available January 4, 2022)
• Shimmery White Embossing Paste https://www.stampinup.com/products/embossing-paste-shimmery-white?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Palette Knives https://www.stampinup.com/products/palette-knives?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Sahara Sand Ink https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-pad-sahara-sand?hostcode=KFCG22TU
•  Sahara Sand Cardstock https://www.stampinup.com/products/cardstock-8-1-2-x-11-sahara-sand?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Real Red Ink https://www.stampinup.com/products/classic-stampin-pad-real-red?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Real Red Cardstock https://www.stampinup.com/products/cardstock-8-1-2-x-11-real-red?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Stampin' Blends in Poppy Parade https://www.stampinup.com/products/poppy-parade-stampin-blends-combo-pack?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Stampin' Blends in Cherry Cobbler https://www.stampinup.com/products/cherry-cobbler-stampin-blends-combo-pack?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Beauty of the Earth Designer Series Paper https://www.stampinup.com/products/beauty-of-the-earth-designer-series-paper?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Basic White Cardstock https://www.stampinup.com/products/basic-white-8-1-2-x-11-cardstock?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Timer 3D Embossing Folder https://www.stampinup.com/products/timber-3d-embossing-folder?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels (available January 4, 2022)
• Paper Trimmer https://www.stampinup.com/products/paper-trimmer?hostcode=KFCG22TU
• Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine (need plates for embossing and cutting) https://www.stampinup.com/products/stampin-cut-emboss-machine?hostcode=KFCG22TU

Card Measurements:

I am using my usual template for these cards. 

• If you want to get two card bases out of 1 sheet of 8-1/2 x 11" piece of cardstock (I chose Sahara Sand card bases) score a full sheet at 5-1/2" and then turn it length wise and cut at 4-1/4" - you will have two card bases. These cards open up-down. If you want a card that opens like a book (right-left) then cut a piece of cardstock at 5-1/2 x 8-1/2" and score at 4-1/4"
• The Basic White layer is 4 x 5-1/4" 
• The Designer Series Paper layer is 3-3/4 x 5"

For the Tree:

In this tutorial my focus is on the die cut tree rather than the tree stamp. I have a chart showing just the die cut tree which is the simplest version. If you want to step it up then try inking the front of the embossing folder (I used the Timber) with Sahara Sand ink and running the cardstock through. This gives great texture and dimension to your tree. If you really want to have fun with it, add embossing paste to the branches to make it look like snow. Just simply use your palette knife to smooth some paste over the branches and set on your silicone mat to dry. I recommend scraping off any excess embossing paste on the back of your tree so it can lay flat when you adhere it to the card. Give it a few minutes to dry and wash or wipe any excess embossing paste off of the silicone mat. Silicone mats make for easy clean up. You will also want to wash the palette knife when you are done and for easier cleanup, have a wipe or paper towel to wipe off any excess paste on your palette knife throughout the project.

Close up of Shimmery White Embossing Paste (lots of dimension)

Card 1 of 3

For Card 1: Once you have added paste your tree and adhere it to the Designer Series Paper layer, you can also add a little snow at the bottom. This is optional. Let this dry before you adhere it to the card. Add your red bird, sentiment and iridescent rhinestones.

Card 2 of 3

For Card 2, you will do the same steps with the tree as card 1 except once its dry, cut the tree in half and turn it into two branches. I used Mini Glue Dots to adhere the branches. I chose to add a thin border of the embossing paste around the Designer Series Paper layer. Be sure it is dry before gluing down on the card. I stamped the bird image from the Friendly Hello stamp set, colored with Stampin' Blends and fussy cut so the bird looks perched on a branch. Add iridescent rhinestones.

Card 3 of 3

For Card 3, I wanted to have a really big snowy tree so I die cut two of the leafy die cut in Basic White and covered them both in Shimmery White Embossing Paste. As with the other pieces, be sure these are fully dry before assembling your card. On this card, you do not add snow to the branches just the leafy layer. Add your red birds and iridescent rhinestones.

DID YOU KNOW....

You can place preorder items (new catalog products like the iridescent rhinestones in today's project) in your STARTER KIT!!!! The Starter Kit is Stampin' Up's BEST SAVINGS and you'd get first access before it launches in January! You choose $125.00 in products but only spend $99.00 and get FREE SHIPPING!

What a great way to start the New Year! Enjoy a 20% discount on purchases as a demonstrator, enjoy the perks of first access to new products and preorders and a fun crafting community called the Luvly Stampers! No obligation to sell. The majority of demonstrators simply enjoy the discounts and benefits.

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Once you purchase your kit, when you place your first demonstrator order you could even earn Sale-a-bration rewards before they launch to the public January 4th. Spend $50 or $100 and you'll qualify! So, the Friendly Hello stamp set used today? You could earn that free before January 4 as a demonstrator!

Don't miss out on this opportunity! If you have any questions you can email me: stampingwithhart@gmail.com

I will have lots more new inspiration coming your way! Stay tuned! I plan to post one more blog prior to Christmas Eve but I want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year! Thank you for spending time with me on the blog today!

Happy Crafting!

Melinda