Saturday, April 25, 2020

Simon Says Stamp The Sunny Days Ahead Blog Hop

Hi Everyone!

I am so excited today to be part of the Simon Says Stamp The Sunny Days Ahead blog hop. It is such an Amazing and fun release but I must start by pointing out that my Projects are made with previously released Products (postal service is not as reliable as it used to be and my new things are not here yet) If you want to view the full release click  HERE

First out I want to share two Mother's day cards:


I also share my cards and watercolors here:  My Instagram 


I stamped the Beautiful flowers from LOOK-FOR-THE-RAINBOWS with distress ink on watercolorpaper and then colored them using Daniel Smith watercolors. I then trimmed them and atached them to my polka dot embossed panel and cardbase.

For my second card I used the Beautiful FOLK-DANCE-Wafer-Dies to create my card panel. I adhered it to my cardbase Before ataching a distressinked DECO-HEART OUTLINE-CLUSTERED-LEAVES and the Lovely I-LOVE-YOU-Wafer-Dies. For both my cards the MOM-AND-DAD die was perfect for diecutting my mum. Word. 




Last but not least I wanted to share a card that is perfect to send someone you love, but have not had the chance to see in person for a long time. For me it would be my mum who is 75 so in a way this is also a Mother's Day card this year, but a card that can be sent all year round. 



I used the Beautiful THANKFUL-FLOWERS , stamed them on watercolor paper but this time I used my copics for coloring.


And as Always with the hops - there's a blog hop exclusive promo:



  • Use the code: SSSINK when you order to recieve your free ink-pad 
  • This promotion will expire on 4/26 at 11:59 pm EDT



REMEMBER -SSS is generously giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop from each designer's blog comment section (Mine too (-: ) . They will choose my winner over the weekend and post on the Simon Says Stamp blog on Wednesday, the 29th of April so don't forget to check that out! If you are the lucky winner you should e-mail SSS to claim your prize :)




- And should you wish for even more inspiration - make sure you didn't miss yesterday's hop which you can start here: -   or visit the Sunny Days Ahead gallery on the SSS blog. 



Supply list:

DECO-HEART
FOLK-DANCE-Wafer-Dies
STRONGER-TOGETHER
THANKFUL-FLOWERS
OUTLINE-CLUSTERED-LEAVES
LOOK-FOR-THE-RAINBOWS
TINY-WORDS
MOM-AND-DAD
LEAFY-FRAME
I-LOVE-YOU-Wafer-Dies
-GOLD-PEARL-Mirror-Card-Satin-Effect-Cardstock-
Ranger's Distress ink
Neenah Solar White cardstock (for the stamped and colored images)Simon Says Stamp Ultra Thick Cardstock (120 lb) (cardbase and die cuts)Jet 
Black Archival ink (for watercoloring)
Scotch foam adhesive
Xyron tape dispenser
Xyron mega runner
Glue Dots

I also share my cards and watercolors here:  My Instagram 


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93 comments:

sharon g said...

I really love the big flowers. I am going to try stamping with Distress Ink. I have never done that. I use it for other purposed, but never to stamp an image. Thanks.

Kristie Goulet said...

So beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

Debbie Bonner said...

Stunning cards, you are talented. Thank you

Evelyn said...

Your cards are simply beautiful!

Jody V said...

Beautiful cards. Thank you for sharing.

MadeByMeghanK said...

Jaw on floor! These are INCREDIBLE! I Love the coloring!

Dana M said...

Oh what gorgeous cards! Lovely coloring, layers and dimension. Absolutely beautiful!

Sweet Sarah said...

Oh, my goodness! What lovely cards! You are so talented!

Terri said...

Your cards are all lovely.

jeannieob said...

Beautiful backgrounds.

Cindy C. said...

How beautiful!!! Love seeing them all.

Faith in Florida said...

I love the first card using off the card die cuts - great lay-out!

Karyn said...

Gorgeous Cards

Lauryne Cunningham said...

Gorgeous cards! I love how you watercolored the flowers!

Robin said...

Beautiful cards! I have a couple of those sets and love seeing them used, thanks for the inspiration!

Lisa A said...

Love all your cards. They are just beautiful.

Anonymous said...

Your work is so lovely!

Patty said...

Wow, Wow, Wow!! These are all stunning creations!! I love that first one especially with the big water colored flowers!!

Susanbcards said...

Those Look for the Rainbows flowers are quite beautiful and the way you used them on the card, is perfect. You make beautiful cards!

Cheryl said...

Beautiful cards!

Mary Holshouser said...

Fantastic cards. Love the
way the flowers pop off the
card in the first card.
The colors are wonderful.
all are great. thanks
for sharing
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Barbara said...

I love all your cards and think each is beautiful. You have created a variety of looks that are awesome!

Beejay said...

Love your designs! Those big flowers are stunning!

Anonymous said...

Love your floral card. Thanks for the inspiration.

Lagene said...

Awesome Sunny Days Ahead Release! Awesome creations! I especially love how the flowers flow off the edges on the one card!

Yvonne said...

Gorgeous cards! Your watercoloring is excellent!

Janet D. said...

My goodness, your creations are fantastic! Your first card-the colors are WOW! Thanks for sharing!

Joanne Hoffmann said...

What gorgeous cards! The card designs, color palettes, techniques are incredible!

Barbara said...

Such a variety of cards and they are all so pretty. Thank you for sharing with us. Stay safe and healthy.

Carol Wortman said...

That first one is hands down gorgeous! The dimension and bits of brown. ,lovely and realistic. My favorite!! (Not sure of the image within that heart..kinda looks like a bug). Thanks and please be healthy!

Debby Green said...

Lovely cards!

Lisa Byers said...

Oh my, your cards are beautiful!! You have such a wonderful talent!!

Anonymous said...

Your cards are so beautiful!!!

Judy Inukai said...

Awesome cards.

Karen Williams said...

Your work is lovely! Thank you for sharing!

seubye said...

Your cards are lovely! Thanks for sharing.

Christine said...

Absolutely stunning, Karin! Thank you for sharing these beauties!

Alice T said...

Your cards are spectacular. Thank you so much. Very inspiring.

La Rae said...

Your watercoloring is stunning. Also, your designs are lovely.

Cyndi said...

Gorgeous cards. My favorite is the first one -- your coloring is stunning.

Jeanne Beam said...

Absolutely beautiful cards!
Thanks so much for sharing.

Chandhini said...

Gorgeous cards, love them.

Barb Martin said...

The dimension and beauty on your cards is amazing! Just gorgeous!

Laura said...

Beautiful cards! Love your watercoloring!

Mrsfish02 said...

You're so lucky to still have her... She will love this so much. Your flowers are amazing on your first card. Love your work...

laurazark@gmail.com said...

Incredible cards! I especially love the first one. The flowers are gorgeous!

Melanie said...

These are such beautiful cards, but my favorite has to be the one with all the die cuts! I just love all the intricate layers!

Mary-Anne V said...

Beautiful and wonderful cards.

Barbara-Jean said...

Each card gets prettier and prettier!

Cheryl S. said...

Wow - all your cards are amazingly beautiful!

Barbara-Jean said...

Why is there a delete button after my comment above?

Dee Earnshaw said...

stunning collection of cards - love the variety of them

Pauline said...

Gorgeous cards! What a fabulous release!

Karen M said...

Absolutely beautiful cards! Thank you for sharing your talent!

Christine said...

I love these cards for Mother's Day. The flowers are so pretty!

Carol w said...

Lovely cards!

DebbieC said...

Three very unique and pretty cards.

Jane B. said...

Every one of your cards is gorgeous! Your work is an inspiration and I thank you for sharing your talent with us.

Jane B. said...

Every one of your cards is gorgeous! Your work is an inspiration and I thank you for sharing your talent with us.

Sharon said...

Thank you for your beautiful work. I have some of these floral sets from previous card kits. I will definitely be giving them a go. Thanks for the inspiration šŸ’–

CatherineD said...

Beautiful cards!

Candy said...

Amazing job on the coloring

lynne said...

i really like the softness of the light green and blue card

Tami B. said...

Beautiful cards, I especially like the last one.

Priya said...

Beautiful cards and love how you inspire others with your lovely work.

Lisa Elton said...

Oh my goodness Karin, these are GORGEOUS!!

Gab said...

Really gorgeous cards

Kailash said...

Stunning cards!

Deb G said...

You are so talented! Amazing cards!

Anushree Vaish said...

Complete Stunners...your work amazes me each time!!

Mirella said...

Wow, all of these are so gorgeous! Love each and every one!

Susie, Athens GA said...

Beautiful Cards!

Subhashini said...

Beautiful cards, love the flowers against embossed background.

LIZARD said...

Karin, your first card is just stunning! I love the deep pinks and blues in this card! I bet it could be a fun baby card theme too. Just fabulous!!! I think that folk art die is just divine and it looks great under the lovely golden heart you added atop it. The leaves and vines and florals in your last card are so soft and sweet; your mum will love all of them! Fantastic work as always dear Karin! Your creations never disappoint me and are so inspiring! Cheers! Happy Mother's Day!

Lynda said...

I really like hoe you embossed the background! Great cards, Lynda

Larissa Heskett said...

SWOON!! These are ALL BEAUTIFUL!! THANKS SO MUCH for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEK!!

Ruby said...

Stunning cards You have inspired me.

Ava Gavloski said...

You have a creative eye for beauty. Bravo!!!

Denise Bryant said...

Beautiful cards! I especially love the way you colored those pretty blooms on your first card!

Daria Z. said...

These are all beautiful! I really love the last one - soft and lovely!!

Jean said...

Outstanding cards!

Sue D said...

Your cards are beautiful!

Heather DePasquale said...

Every card is beautiful but I really love your first one. I like how you pop up the flowers. Coloring is gorgeous! TFS!

karenajo said...

Amazing cards - love the beautiful coloring and all the wonderful dimension and details! Thanks for sharing!

Teri Terrific said...

Beautiful cards; I love your painting! Thank you for participating ☺️

Karthikha said...

Fabulous cards! Love them all :)

Judy said...

OMG I love all of your cards thanks for sharing

Annette Gordon said...

These cards are stunning! And I loved seeing you use some of my favourite SSS products from card kits and past releases.

Marcie Lovett said...

Beautiful painting, Karin!

Teri S. said...

The first card knocked my socks off Karin! You've achieved such a look of depth in them & the colours are soft & lovely. I also like the look of the third card the way you've added just a touch of the pale blue in the flowers.

Kathy Dippner said...

Beautiful cards! I love all of the elements on the second card. Thank you for sharing.

Annette Reed said...

Your cards are beautiful! I love those big florals.

Sue from Oregon said...

Stunning creations!