Sneak Peek Swap - Hostess Set

I was asked to join a swap that had only one spot left. The spot was in a round where you had to use the new hostess sets. The only one left was for "Echoes of Kindness" which they knew I had because I posted a card on the Demo side of SCS made with that set. This swap was for demos and you could only use Stampin' Up! products. I made this Joy Fold card.

At left, you can see what the card looks like when it's open. The stamping is done right on the designer paper. These are fun cards to make and it sure worked out with this Level 2 Hostess Set. I'm glad you could stop by today!

• Stamps: Echoes of Kindness, Always in My Thoughts
• Papers: Pink Pirouette, Close to Cocoa, Whisper White, Pretty in Pink, Candy Lane DSP
• Ink: Close To Cocoa; SU! Markers: Certainly Celery, Pretty In Pink
• Accessories: Circle Punches: 1-1/4" and 1-3/8", Scallop Circle Punch, Pink Gingham Ribbon

Convention Swap

When you have to make a lot of cards (or card fronts), and you don't have a lot of time, keep it simple. I think some of the simplest cards look so elegant. This one is very easy and can be done assembly line style. First, do all the cutting, then all the embossing, then add the ribbons, adhere to base card, add ribbon knots, and finally, add the half pearl. Very simple, very easy!

• Stamps: Kind Thoughts
• Papers: Mellow Moss, Naturals White
• Ink: Versamark
• Accessories: Silver EP, Mellow Moss Taffeta Ribbon, Pretties Kit Half Pearl, Quick Drying Adhesive