Thursday, July 19, 2018

Altenew July 2018 Stamp/Die Release Blog Hop + Giveaway

Hi, everyone!

I am so excited to be part of Altenew's July release bloghop! They are releasing some wonderful new stamps and dies that I know you will love!!!





The first set I took out to play with I fell in love with immediately - the Beautiful Heart Stamp Set - it is wonderful in so many different ways. Here I used the no line coloring technique and watercolors.







Here I used the same stamps but used copics to color instead and got a totally different look. The Leaf Frame Cover Die will be my new go to bg die (couldn't stop using it as you can see below (-: ) - it is soooo beautiful and so useful!! Such a fast and easy way to create that little extra on a card!
Beautiful Heart Stamp Set - The sentiment is from Life Is Awesome Stamp Set



A different feel and different look on this card! Here I played with the very summery Gradient Sunset Stamp SetGradient Sunset Dies. It's not only perfect for cards but would be awesome for the Scrapbook LO's from summers or vacations to hot or tropical places. I just LOVE the chunky sentiments too!!!





The Leaf Frame Cover Die creates a BEAUTIFUL frame for stamped or painted scenes like this one. Here I layered two Leaf Frame Cover Die on top of eachother and I think the result is just lovely - it creates a beautiful texture and dimension to the scene made from some of the beautiful stamps from Gradient Sunset Stamp Set . I used watercolor paper with rough grain for my inked bg to get even more texture!



For fast and beautiful cards use the lovely Needlework Motif Stamp Set. Here I stamped and colored the flowers and then stamped again (using the misty so I got it exactly right) andclear embossed it. It doesn't really show here but that embossed edge makes it look so much more worked at.





Last but not least I played with the absolutely WONDERFUL Floral Alphabet Stamp Set. These are WONDERFUL for so many different types of projects. I made a little gift set of stationary. I ran a bunch of die cut letters to make some sealers for my letters (they are all gone already - I used them to seal up some b-day cards I just sent out - and it really added that little extra to the back of the envelope- will make a hundred next time so they'll last a bit longer (-:
The letters are sweet die cut and colored like here but also very elegant when embossed in gold , silver or white. Would make beautiful wedding cards or invitations! I am in LOVE!!!!

Supplylist for the cards above:



GIVEAWAY:
Before you hop on to talented Sveta Fotinia make sure to comment on this post because I am very fortunate to get to give away a 30 usd giftcertificate to a random winner who has commented below before the 24th of July!

Here's the full list of bloghop participants: Be sure to hop for amazing inspiration an for the chance to win some of your faves from this release !





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95 comments:

Debbie Rumpza said...

All of these are gorgeous. But that first card took my breath away.

Kelsey Thomas said...

I really like that first card you shared. It is so pretty! :)

Michele K. Henderson said...

These ideas are all so pretty and would make very nice handmade gifts for people! These are all awesome!

Patty said...

Wow!! All fabulous cards!! I love the bright colors on the "You Make Me Happy" card, but the stunner is your first no line water coloring...outrageously beautiful!! I wish I could create that beauty!!

Liz O. said...

Amazing cards Karin! Love the Initial sealers idea too! Thanks for the inspiration!

Ivana Camdzic said...

O my gosh, these are gorgeous!!! I love how you used the Leaf Frame...Such an elegant card! Thank you so much for all the beautiful inspiration, Karin!

Karthikha said...

Gorgeous set of creations! I love the coloring on the first card a lot!! <3

Natasha said...

So many gorgeous cards Karin!!

The Lady Cage said...

OMG - LOVE every one of your cards. The 1st one, the watercolor is so amazing - love the vintage look.

Becca Yahrling said...

Oh my, so much pretty today - I love it. I adore no line watercoloring, especially when it's done so beautifully like your first card. Love the frame and the pretty cards you created with it.

MaryG said...

Wow - great set of cards! Loved them all. Thought the framed pieces were wonderful.

Sherry said...

wow!! what gorgeous projects! love them all!!

DGolly said...

WOW! What phenomenal cards. Each one so different and beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

Diana said...

Gosh, one beautiful card after another!

stampladyri said...

ALl your cards are stunning!

Nana Griffin said...

Gorgeous cards. I love what you did using the gradient sunset stamp set.

Kailash said...

I love how you used the floral alphabet set, gorgeous work!

MadeByMeghanK said...

Your watercolor is amazing! I love all your creations!

Geri S said...

Love the cards, colors, and new release! Thanks!

Lisa Moline said...

All of your cards are lovely but I am in love with the one that you did the gradient sunset scene on! That is just gorgeous! I can see using that in a scrapbook layout too! Thanks for the great inspiration!

L Williams said...

Beautiful cards! All very clean and lovely. Great use of colors and the stamps/dies! ~ L.Williams

Theresa said...

such a great release and so many fun ways to use it. thanks as always for sharing.

Joy Meadows said...

Beautiful creations! Love the first card - the no line coloring is just spectacular.

Teresa Doyle said...

Absolutely stunning cards Karin. I espcially like the one using the Leaf Frame with the Gradient Sunset Scene, so beautiful. Also, I love the Floral Alpha letters that you used as sealers. Another great use for this set. TFS!

Marisa said...

My favorite set is the Floral Alphabet and I love what you did with it!

Sandra said...

Really great cards!

Lisa Elton said...

All of your cards are amazing Karin! But I have to say that your first card is magnificent!!

Helen said...

Your creative work is exquisite. The framed art is so beautiful. I also like the clever way you used the floral alphabet as a monogram. Thanks for sharing it all.

The Hardy Stamper said...

You have some fabulous work here. I adore the Beautiful Heart ones and love what you've done with the leafy frame and alphabet stamps too.

DeeZinesByD said...

Your projects are simply beautiful! I really like the idea of using the floral alphabet to put on stationary ...great idea!

jeffsbetty said...

Love the needlework motif!

Lisa said...

Karin! Wow. Your coloring is gorgeous, as ever. And I always love your designs. Thanks for making me smile today. :)

MelissaF said...

Beautiful projects and cards, my favorite is the framed piece of watercolored flower, so gorgeous.

Kirsty Vittetoe said...

Such a sweet release and I love your gorgeous cards!!!!

margaret driscoll said...

Hello Karin
I just love your watercolour of the Flower its so dreamy and beautiful!
Love Marg

Unknown said...

The stationary set is a great gift idea! Everything you made is great

creatingincolors said...

WOW! What amazing creations!

Evelyn said...

I love your watercoloring! The flower is so beautiful and I love what you've done with the leaf frame. I do so enjoy looking at your paintings.

Jeanne said...

Wow, fantastic work on all these projects!! I think I extra adore the watercolored rose. You are so talented and it's always exciting to see what you have created. This post is full of fabulousness! :)

Wendy Lambert said...

Beautiful cards! Each one is prettier than the last.

mom2five said...

I love ALL of your cards... it was your very first card on the blog that really caught my eye. Beautiful!

Em said...

Your beautiful cards make me want all these great new items. The inked backgrounds on the little framed scenes are perfect and those framed up scenes are lovely. I really enjoy your work.

Teri S. said...

Karin, I am a card maker, plain & simple. You are an ARTIST! Seeing creativity like this takes my breath away & makes my heart happy. I am bookmarking your blog so I can come back & visit often. I also have to tell you I love the picture you have at the top of your site.

Isabelle said...

Your cards are fantastic ! I specially love the card with the flying bird and also the one with the big YOU. They are both beautiful and elegant !

Nandini said...

Great release and I love the gorgeous inspiration! Especially love the Floral Alpha set.

https://adiecrafty.blogspot.com/ said...

Wow these are all fabulous.

Terri (blindstamper) said...

Your cards are beautiful.

Carol Rossouw said...

Another awesome release from Altenew with so many beautiful flowers! Right up my alley! Love the card inspiration too! Each card is a work of art :)

Jan said...

All are pretty enough to put in a frame and give to friends or to hang on your own wall.

Maryam said...

Your coloring is just amazing ..the gift and envelopes are so elegant.

Cyndi said...

Beautiful cards. I especially love the ones using my two favorites from this wonderful release -- Beautiful Heart and Leaf Frame.

Dee Earnshaw said...

wow what lovely cards - love them all:)

Dana M said...

Stunning projects! Gorgeous coloring and designs. I love the stationary set!

Ericka Strange said...

Beautiful cards and I love the watercolor. The flower is gorgeous. Also love how you used the alphabet stamps such a beautiful monogram! SO pretty and fun!

Betty said...

I have seen many beautiful cards created with the "Beautiful Heart" stamps but your first card wins the grand prize - so gorgeous!

Nirvanacoffeegoddess said...

Breathless over your cards. So many beautiful cards and I love how you've used all these new products from Altenew.
Cheers
Lisa

Jean said...

Such beautiful cards! What a great release!

Kathy said...

Your cards are so lovely. I really like the Beautiful Heart stamp set, along with that Needlework Motif. But my fave here is the Floral Alphabet....so dainty and beautiful! Thanks for your inspiration.

Iris said...

Stunning, gorgeous cards.

Lisa Byers said...

I love the Beautiful Heart set. You made a lovely card with that set!! I love all of your other cards as well. Well done!!

Iris said...

Such lovely cards.

Miriam Prantner said...

These are so pretty Karin, and I love the variety of styles and techniques! My favorite of course are the watercolors, especially that little scene with the die cut frame, so pretty!

Andrea Hastilow said...

WOWZERS Karin, so many beyond gorgeous cards & envelope. Loving your idea with the k floral ideas & your excellent leaf frame, frame if that made sense. How's my to subscribe to be able to soak up more of your inspiration.x

Julie said...

I love how you colored the no line beautiful heart stamp set. How did you do that? Very natural. Your cards are exquisite.

Jean said...

Simply stunning projects!

Lagene said...

WOWZERS! Awesome projects! Great product release! I especially love the watercolored card, it is GORGEOUS!

bev p said...

So pretty, especially the lovely soft colors of the first. Thank you.

Sue D said...

Wow--you have been busy. Your projects are gorgeous. Love the first framed piece.

3kidmama said...

Your cards are just truly beautiful, Karin! I love your use of the leaf frame - it just seems to go perfectly with those sweet alpha stamp set. The embroidery stamp set it just gorgeous! I appreciate seeing how you used it in particular because it helps give me an idea of how well the design stills a card front. So beautiful. I have to say that your watercolored flower is AMAZING! I love the color choices and the shading. WOW! Thanks for all the fabulous imspiration with the new Altenew release - what a great stop on today's blog hop!

Merrie said...

Oh my, it’s hard to say which one I like the best- all your cards are beautiful. But I love the no line coloring you did on the beautiful heart stamp. Gorgeous.

Lisa's Creative Niche said...

I love the monograming! Such a pretty set!

mindy1414 said...

Beautiful cards! My favorite is the sunset/palm tree, I do love a good sunset :)

Cathy Lillie said...

Fabulous cards! Your no line watercoloring is beautiful! I thought it was actually framed when I first saw it. I also really like the stationary set, especially the little monogram envelope seals. Great idea!

Jeannie said...

Lovely cards! The no line coloring on the first card is gorgeous. I honestly thought it was a picture in a frame.

Ann-Louice said...

Amazing! Love the first one and the palm tree card. Stunning!

FD91354 said...

Your card ideas are so fun, but the icing on the cake.. omg, that stationary set and extra letters for sealing.. ok, I already loved this set but now.. o m g.. Thanks so much!

Kicki said...

Amazing cards!!! Absolutely love the blooming alphabet!

Brithzi said...

Great projects! Thank you for the inspiration.

jordanbev5@yahoo.com said...

Wow! Your first card is so beautifully watercolored, it stole my heart! All such fabulous inspiration using these beautiful new Altenew releases!

Amy M said...

Your watercolor work is spectacular..great job

TracyM #6773 said...

WOW - such WONDERFUL cards to introduce this FABULOUS new release!
LOVE your designs, especially INSPIRED by your GORGEOUS Beautiful Heart and your lovely pieces using my favourite Needlework Motif & Floral Alphabet stamp sets and the Leaf frame ... sigh ... so much to LOVE and NEED :)

Benjamin said...

All your cards are beautiful - I really like how you've used the Leaf Frame cover die.

Emelie Genberg said...

Hej! Du gör alltid sååå fina och inspirerande kort! Min favborit var det första kortet med no line coloring! Beautiful heat stamp set är verkligen underbar! Kram //Emelie

Bonnie Russell said...

My favorite stamp set is the Beautiful Heart. I love the flower!and your card was so pretty.The leaf frame was also one of my favorites.
Thanks for sharing. BRussell

Denise Bryant said...

Gorgeous cards! I love the Beautiful Heart stamp set... lovely coloring of the flowers! The Leaf frame cover Die is another favorite!

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

Stunning projects. Thanks for the inspiration

Linnea S said...

your no-line coloring result is beautiful!

Unknown said...

I LOVE your cards - they are so beautiful! I only bought the needlepoint motifs stamp set from this release, but your cards make me want to buy everything :-p

Jeanne Beam said...

Such gorgeous cards! Thanks for sharing...

Sindhu said...

such a beautiful array of cards...

Purple Princess said...

So very pretty!!

pamboe said...

Your water color is just exceptional. What a perfect stamp to choose for that technique.

Stacey Kowbel said...

Gorgeous cards! I love the white leaf frame cover with the bird - stunning, such a great scene!

karenajo said...

Gorgeous projects from this wonderful new release! Thanks for the inspiration!

Jan said...

Love your cards!!!!!