WELCOME to the MAY 2010 Control Freaks Blog Tour !!!
You have probably joined me after visiting Jan's Blog, and you can click on the "next blog" link at the bottom of the post to continue on the tour :)
This month we are featuring products from the Stampin' Up! Summer Mini catalog. Please enjoy the samples and the tour !!
My first card features the awesome stamp set called Elements of Style (pg 12). The same stamp was used for both the background and the focal area. I also TEXTURIZED the background with the new Lattice Die embossing folder (pg 24), then sponged some Sahara Sand and Night of Navy ink on it and THEN spritzed it with the new Silver Foil and Gold Glow Smooch Spritz sprays (pg 15)! I used an Aquapainter to color in the flowers, and added Vanilla satin ribbon and 3 half-pearls from the Pretties kit.
My 2nd project features the same Elements of Style stamp set. I love the great contrast and impact the black layer and ribbon give this card! The whole thing was spritzed with the Silver Foil Smooch Spritz (pg 15).
My last project was inspired by the awesome and talented Mary Brown. I used TANGERINE TANGO which will be returning in July with our new catalog!! I had some cardstock and ink left over from a couple years ago so decided to use it :)
CLICK HERE for a link to the FREE covered brad tutorial. (This flower with the covered brad center is one of the projects we'll be making at my Luv 2 Stamp Group meeting on Saturday!)
The box is the Fancy Favor box die (with Tangerine Tango c/s) and then I texturized it with theLattice Die Embossing folder (in the Summer mini, pg 24) and accessorized it with some Island Oasis DSP (pg 27) and some Presto Patterns DSP (pg 15) colored with Tangerine Tango ink. I've also used pieces from the Island Floral flower die (pg 27).
I hope you have a wonderful week and ENJOY THE BLOG TOUR!
Please Visit Wendy's Weixler's blog by clicking on the link to the left! :)
What GREAT projects! I like how you did the background on your first card....delightful!
Posted by: Mary Brown | May 19, 2010 at 06:40 PM
Very pretty cards, Patty. I love the Fancy Favor box the most though. Love those bright colors!
Hugs,
Brandi
Posted by: Brandi Wiggins | May 19, 2010 at 07:19 PM
Love the Fancy Favor Box - it's looks SO fun!
Posted by: DOstamping | May 19, 2010 at 08:02 PM
Love all your projects! So are you going to share how you covered the brads with paper to those attending your meeting on Saturday? It pays to have friends in high places........
Posted by: Cindee Wilkinson | May 20, 2010 at 12:00 AM
I love your projects! I always like coming to your blog to see what you've made. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Nancy J | May 20, 2010 at 12:32 AM
Love the cards....beautiful and elegant...and what a pretty and fun "box"!!
Posted by: Diane Hov | May 20, 2010 at 03:33 AM
Super projects Patty. The cards are gorgeous and the favor box is adorable. I am a big fan of party favors.
Posted by: Shannon Willis | May 20, 2010 at 03:44 AM
Ohhhh!So pretty!Reminds me of a piece of antique toile.
Posted by: karen jutila | May 20, 2010 at 05:06 AM
Great projects, Patty! That Elements of Style is just SO elegant! I love the box/bag, too!
Posted by: Connie Babbert | May 20, 2010 at 05:12 AM
Such cute projects Patty. I love the toile cards. The effect mixed with the lattice is beautiful.
Posted by: Pockets Of Inspiration | May 20, 2010 at 05:14 AM
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful - both of these!! You have made me decide to purchase the lattice embossing folder. I love the way it looks like weathered! Great job!
Posted by: Teri | May 20, 2010 at 05:15 AM
I have never been very good at vintage ... you just make it look so EASY and EFFORTLESS!! BEAUTIFUL cards, my friend!! (I really need to get me some of that fabulous stripe-y ribbon!). And your "Fancy Favor" box is darling!! So bright and cheerful and fun with that terrific flower on top!! :)
Posted by: Wendy W. | May 20, 2010 at 05:54 AM
Lovely projects ... I especially like your first card!
Posted by: Pam Browne | May 20, 2010 at 06:03 AM
Wow! your Elements of Style cards are absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talents!
Sharon-from Puyallup, WA
Posted by: Sharon Fritz | May 20, 2010 at 06:44 AM
Stunning projects!
Posted by: Anita | May 20, 2010 at 07:19 AM
I LOVE the blue hues on your Elements of Style cards. Nice change from the "usual" colors that have been used with this set. Love the bright colors on your box, too!
Posted by: Denise Kasanda | May 20, 2010 at 07:23 AM
Woow, those Elements of Style flowers look awesome colored in blue! The first card has such an elegant flair to it. And I love, LOVE the layered flower on your third project - it is awesome! :D
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy Major | May 20, 2010 at 07:29 AM
OMG!!! I wanna be just like you when I grow UP! I love these cards!
Posted by: Sharon Armstrong | May 20, 2010 at 07:38 AM
Wow! LOVE these projects!! I've been trying to decide if I want the Smooch Spritz....now I gotta have it!!
Posted by: Kimberly S. | May 20, 2010 at 07:59 AM
Oh Patty...that first card sample is absolutely fabulous! It takes your breath away! Great job.
Posted by: Debbie Reeder | May 20, 2010 at 08:40 AM
Beautiful card -- love that stamp set. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Brenda Hugar | May 20, 2010 at 08:43 AM
Oh Patty! I loved your cards and the colors that you us. Thank you for sharing your inspiration with us.
Martha Lucia Gomez - http://stampartpapel.blogspot.com
Posted by: Martha Lucia Gomez | May 20, 2010 at 08:48 AM
The cards are gorgeous! The little tropical bag/box is so CUTE! Always inspired by you!
Posted by: Lisa Martz | May 20, 2010 at 11:28 AM
These cards are so elegant are so elegant. Love them.
Posted by: Diana Farthing | May 20, 2010 at 01:59 PM
Your cards are beautiful.
Posted by: Mary Beers | May 20, 2010 at 02:05 PM
Beautiful projects Patty. Love them.
Posted by: Gladys Rienks | May 20, 2010 at 04:33 PM
Love your fancy favor box texture and love the Summer mini inspirational cards! TFS
Posted by: kay sha | May 20, 2010 at 04:47 PM
Patty, as always your projects are STUNNING! The elements set is my new absolute favorite!
I am a huge fan of yours and wish I were in your downline instead of the one I am in.
but alas, I can worship you from afar! lolol
love the projects must case, must case-
thanks for sharing your talents!
Posted by: Gwen Mangelson | May 20, 2010 at 06:34 PM
Just beautiful Patty. I love the Elements of Style in the blues - soft, pretty & gorgeous.
Posted by: LeeAnn Greff | May 20, 2010 at 06:34 PM
Geeeoorrrgeous cards!!! Mind if I steal your ideas....not to worry, I never post my cards anywhere. You should feel wonderful about your creations....a little more beauty into the world!
Posted by: Pam Roundy | May 20, 2010 at 09:34 PM
I LOVE YOUR CARDS. CAN'T WAIT TO ORDER THE STAMP SET. TFS
Posted by: JERILEE | May 20, 2010 at 10:13 PM
Wow, I just loved everything. Especially the new Elements of Style stamp, and I loved your card so vintage. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: jackie watson | May 21, 2010 at 02:59 PM
Wow! Nice, Nice, Nice! Love your cards!
Posted by: Dee in N.H. | May 21, 2010 at 03:29 PM
I really love the blue colors on the cards. Nice job.
Posted by: Pat | May 21, 2010 at 07:49 PM
Gorgeous card and will look forward to seing your tutorial/ I LOVE that floral stamp from SU.....will HAVE to own it! TFS
Posted by: Shelly Schmidt | May 22, 2010 at 08:45 AM
Stunning projects Patty! The first card was especially beautiful with the texture and smooch spritz and sponging and everything!
Posted by: Lisa Young | May 22, 2010 at 11:42 AM
Loved your Elements of Style card. Wish you would do a video of the way you made it. Can't wait for it to come available. Just found you through your blog hope. Keep up your great work.
Posted by: Vickie Aust | May 27, 2010 at 02:32 PM