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Monday, January 13, 2014

Valentine Critters

Thanks so much for coming back to join us for more of Sweet 'n Sassy Stamps January Feature Hops!

Welcome to Day 3


Today's feature is:
You will love all of the adorable critters included in this fun Valentine stamp set!

•Clear stamp set includes 6 images and 10 sentiments
•Set measures approximately 6" x 8"
•Bunny image measures approximately 2.25" x 2.5" 
•Elephant image measures approximately 2.75" x 2.25"
•Designed by Diane Zechman
•Stamp set - $26

I had so much fun with this set, I have two projects to share with you!


Creative Nugget:  By now you probably recognize that background…it's the Leafy Flourish Background stamped with Versafine Crimson Red ink on Solar Crest card stock.  The two panels across the top used the flourish border included in the set. They were attached by stitching them only at the sides so the magnetic bookmark could be slipped onto the card.


The bookmark was created with the Bookmark Die cut on a folded piece of Cherry Cobbler card stock so that edge of the die extended above the fold line.  A layer of Solar Crest card stock was added to the top layer of the bookmark on which the sentiment was stamped.  A Spellbinders Scalloped Heart was attached at the bottom, and the adorable puppy was colored with Copic Markers, fussy cut, and attached to the heart.  The hearts are from the Elephant's balloons and were colored, fussy cut, and covered with Glossy Accents.  Positive and negative magnets were glued to the inside of the bookmark at the bottom to help keep the bookmark on the right page of your book.

When I saw THIS tutorial on Splitcoaststampers, I knew that the new Valentine Critters stamp set would be perfect for creating this fun pop-up box!


Creative Nugget:  The panels of the box are layered with Graphic 45 designer papers and True Black card stock.  The bunny was colored with Copic Markers, fussy cut, and popped onto the box. His little heart was paper pieced.  The sentiment was stamped on a hand cut banner.  The ribbon holds the box together, so when you untie the ribbon….


the flaps fold down and out pops the cutest little teddy bear along with several layered hearts...some spellbinders and some Heart Dies by SNSS.  Two of the hearts are on strips of acetate so they wiggle!  LOL!


Check out some of the fabulous samples made by our talented DT starting on our SNSS Blog.

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Thanks so much for joining us! 
Enjoy the hop!


Hugs,
Cathymac


32 comments:

Birgit said...

Oh my goodness, how cute is that box!! Your sweet card is a winner too! Everything is just darling.

Sue D said...

Wow--fantastic projects. Love the idea of a bookmark with the card and how you used the flourish stamps. Very cute how the teddy bear pops out of the box.

Gregsgirl's crafty corner said...

wow these are fabulous the red puppy card is adorable and that box card..well I'm amazed, I must try, thanks for the great inspiration!

Doris said...

LOVE the pop-up box!

Unknown said...

Both of these projects are just fabulous! The box is so creative and I LOVE the bookmark card style. The card is so striking! The colors made me smile!

Patti J said...

Squeal!!! OH MY GOODNESS, Cathy! Your creations are divine! The card and bookmark are so pretty - love that you used the day 1 background! And that box? Wowza, is all I can say - beautifully done!

Cheryl S. said...

Oh my, I love both of your projects using these terrific new stamps!! I bookmark is an adorable idea and the box is over the top cute. Thank you for sharing your ideas with us.

Cynthia said...

Both projects are fabulous, Cathy! Lovin' this sweet Critter set.

Becky said...

wow..What fabulous creations.

Cheri said...

Both projects are adorable. The box is sure to delight with its pop-ups.


Cheri - John 3:16
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brenda trimmer said...

you have been working overtime! Great projects!

diane zechman said...

Cathy, you created two wonderful projects! I ABSOLUTELY ADORE the box! ♥ ♥ ♥ *big grin*

Sharon Roselli said...

wow love your card and box. the idea of a bookmark on the with magnetics is awesome. I will be so stealing that idea.

Heather said...

Girl, you just had too much fun with this set! All three projects are adorable! LOVE the first with that super cute doggie and the removable bookmark. What a great idea!

Mary-Anne V said...

wow that box is amazing. and the cute dog image is precious!

Nana Griffin said...

Saw the first card and thought that it was very lovely then I saw the box and WOW, a great job on these projects.

Teresa Godines #6857 said...

Adorable projects. Love your coloring. The hearts are such a beautiful red. TFS

Patsy N. said...

Wow that box is awesome. What a great job done on it. Love the little critter..lazy little guy....looks a little loopy in LOVE.. Thanks for sharing your talents.

Graciellie Design said...

This set is so cute. Definetely one to have!

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Scrappin' Diva said...

Both your card and box are beautiful! Love this stamp set!

craftymom205 said...

Cute valentine's projects.

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slbt17 said...

wonderful! Love them all!
Sandra ltb

Kelley H. said...

Love the doggie card and you used the Flourish set. Beautiful!

Indy's Designs said...

Goodness, these are ALL fabulous!
Hugs, Debbie!

Unknown said...

These projects are so cute! This looks like such a fun set!

Pati said...

Eeep! What cute projects!! I love the elegance of the flourish background, so bold in red, lovely! I love how you paired it with the adorable dog & hearts bookmark! It looks wonderful and what a great gift!! I love your use of the adorable bunny & bear images too, and your paperpieced heart!

Anonymous said...

the red card really pops and made me smile. so cute. Love the box. Very clever. the other card is soft and pretty. Great projects. thanks for sharing.

Conniecrafter said...

The bookmark card is such a cute idea and just love the pop up box, that is just the sweetest!

ionabunny said...

Love the bunny but that red and white card is stunning. Love it

Unknown said...

Love your card and bookmark, but the box is amazing! Great job!!

Zella said...

WOW - I just don't have words to say how amazing these are!!!!

Natalie said...

LOVE the pop-up card! Both so sweet!! Thanks for the inspiration!