• Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube

Papercraft with me

- Tracy Elsom

  • Home
  • Daily Blog
  • Project Gallery
  • Stampin’ Up! Online Store
  • About me
  • Get in touch
  • Join Stampin’ Up!

Rhinestone Jewels For Instant Wow

November 2, 2020 Leave a Comment

Today when I sat down I planned to make a simple Christmas card. One stamp set, with two colours (plus white), coupled with a little two-step stamping and stamping off. Everything came together as expected and I was very happy with it. Until I began the final assembly. Then I decided to add a little embellishment to my #simplestamping project. In a matter of seconds a few Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels really added a wow factor.

#simplestamping Christmas card created using the Joyful Holly Stamp Set and Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels from Stampin' Up! #papercraftwithme

JOYFUL HOLLY

It all began with the Joyful Holly Stamp Set and two ink colours, Shaded Spruce and Real Red.

On a layer of Whisper White Card I stamped one of the two holly sprig outlines with Shaded Spruce. Then I stamped the same image across the bottom right corner of another layer of Whisper White Card. After that I stamped the image across the bottom left corner on the front of a Whisper White Medium Envelope.

Next I selected the solid holly leaf image that coordinates with the outline. This time after inking up the stamp with Shaded Spruce ink I ‘stamped off’ onto some scrap paper. By removing some of the ink this way, when I stamped it again onto the holly outline the leaves were a lighter shade. Then I re-inked the solid image, stamped-off and stamped onto the second holly outline, before repeating the process on the third outline.

The stamp set also includes a small stamp with four small berries designed to perfectly align with the berries on the holly images. So I inked up the berry image using Real Red ink, stamped off, then stamped onto one of my leaf images. I repeated this a second time so all eight berries on the holly sprig were coloured. As before I repeated the process until all three holly sprigs were done.

Now I needed just one final stamp from the Joyful Holly Stamp Set, the sentiment “A joyful Christmas to you”. I inked this up with Shaded Spruce and stamped it beside my main holly image. Then I was ready to begin assembling my project.

RHINESTONE REACTION

Staying with my original colour palette I opted for Shaded Spruce Card for my card base. Using my Paper Trimmer I cut and scored the card, then folded it along the scored line and sharpened the crease with a Bone Folder.

Next I cut a layer of Real Red Card and attached my main panel to it using Multipurpose Liquid Glue (Tombow). With that done I mounted the assembled panel onto my card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

That just left the second Whisper White layer which I fixed inside the card base using liquid glue.

#simplestamping Christmas card created using the Joyful Holly Stamp Set and Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels from Stampin' Up! #papercraftwithme

At this point my card was essentially finished, but I wondered if I could step it up just a little, while still keeping it a #simplestamping project. It was then that I remembered the Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels I’d bought months ago.

I soon discovered that each rhinestone was sized perfectly for the berries in the Joyful Holly Stamp Set. It was obviously meant to be. So I attached eight self-adhesive rhinestones onto the front of my card and immediately knew I’d made the right decision. My quick and easy card really packed a punch. What’s more it’s a design that could easily used to create cards in bulk, not a bad thing with Christmas fast approaching.

PRODUCT LIST

Shaded Spruce 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Shaded Spruce 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Real Red 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock
Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock
Whisper White Medium Envelopes
Whisper White Medium Envelopes
Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin' Pad
Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Pad
Real Red Classic Stampin' Pad
Real Red Classic Stampin’ Pad
Joyful Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set
Joyful Holly Photopolymer Stamp Set
Paper Trimmer
Paper Trimmer
Bone Folder
Bone Folder
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
Multipurpose Liquid Glue
Stampin' Dimensionals
Stampin’ Dimensionals

Share this:

  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)

Like this:

Like Loading...

Related

Filed Under: Cards, Christmas Cards, Simple Cards Tagged With: #simplestamping, Christmas, embellishment, Joyful Holly, simple, stamping-off technique, two-step technique

Previous
Next

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

About Me

Profile photo of Canadian Independent Stampin' Up! Demonstrator Tracy Elsom

Host Code Sep 2023

Use my Host Code 6VPGMKX2 when ordering Stampin' Up! products via my online store in Canada untilSeptember 30, 2023 #papercraftwithme

Subscribe for Paper Pumpkin Kits

The October 2023 Paper Pumpkin kit "Home for the Holidays" contains everything you need to make 8 Christmas cards with envelopes (4 each of 2 designs).  Subscribe by October 10th to get this unique kit. (Supplies may be limited towards the end of the subscription period) #papercraftwithme

2023SD Mini

Link to the English Canadian version of the Stampin' Up! September to December 2023 Mini Catalogue

Stampin’ Up! 22023/24 Annual Catalogue

Link to the English Canadian version of the Stampin' Up! 2023/2024 Annual Catalogue

Online Exclusives

For even more crafting products check out the new Online Exclusive products from Stampin' Up! #papercraftwithme

Kits Collection

Want a quick and easy crafting experience without the expense and preparation?  Check out the all-inclusive kits from Stampin' Up! .  All items only available while stocks last!  #papercraftwithme

Join Stampin’ Up! in Canada

Join Stampin' Up! and my team of Crafty Canadians for discounts, free products and more. Choose up too $165CAD value of products and  pay just $135CAD with FREE shipping. #papercraftwithme.

Let’s Be Social

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Need Hosting?

Web Hosting

LEGAL STUFF

All images are copyright Stampin’ Up!® 1990-2023 (unless otherwise stated).

As an independent Stampin’ Up!® Demonstrator all content on this website is the sole responsibility of me, Tracy Elsom.  Stampin’ Up! does not endorse the use of, or content of, any classes, services, or products offered here.

Unless otherwise stated, all cards and other items showcased on this web site are designed and created by me for your personal use, inspiration and enjoyment only.  They may not be copied for sale, publication, contest entry or classes. Thank you.

Pages

  • About me
  • Daily Blog
  • Get in touch
  • Join Stampin’ Up!
  • Project Gallery

Instagram

@papercraftwithme

Just because they're called watercolor pencils, do Just because they're called watercolor pencils, doesn't mean you can't use them dry.  #papercraftwithme #papercrafting #curvedoccasions #missyou #simplestamping #cardmakersofinstagram #cardmaking #handmadecards #crafting #craftersofinstagram #sharestampinup #stampinupcanadademonstrator #stampinupcanada #stampinup #madeinnovascotia
Cheerful daisies are starting to take on a more au Cheerful daisies are starting to take on a more autumnal feel.  #papercraftwithme #papercrafting #cheerfuldaisies #autumn #birthdaycards #cardmakersofinstagram #cardmaking #handmadecards #crafting #craftersofinstagram #sharestampinup #stampinupcanadademonstrator #stampinupcanada #stampinup #madeinnovascotia
This jumbo gift tag features a cutout through whic This jumbo gift tag features a cutout through which you can see the back of the gift card holder that's attached.  Alternatively turn the gift card holder into a treat pouch with a Merci chcocolate stick or something similar.
When Hurricane Lee took out our power there wsa no When Hurricane Lee took out our power there wsa nothing else to do but craft.  #papercraftwithme #papercrafting #shiningbrightlydsp #wonderfulthoughts #somethingfancydies #masculinecards #weddingcards #cardmakersofinstagram #cardmaking #handmadecards #crafting #craftersofinstagram #sharestampinup #stampinupcanadademonstrator #stampinupcanada #stampinup #madeinnovascotia
Even though I didn't make the plain white box, I d Even though I didn't make the plain white box, I did make it look extra special with navy and gold additions.  #papercraftwithme #papercrafting #shiningbrightlyspecialtydsp #joyofnoel #crafting #craftersofinstagram #sharestampinup #christmascrafts #stampinupcanadademonstrator #stampinupcanada #stampinup #madeinnovascotia

Copyright © 2023 · Papercraft with me · Hello You Designs

 

Loading Comments...
 

    %d bloggers like this: