Hi Friends! I'm excited to join the December Pinkfresh Studio Blog Hop, and can't wait to share four different ways to use the Daisy Chain Layering Stencils! I'm having so much fun playing around with these layering stencils!
You may have come from the blog of Keia Shipp-Smith, but if not feel free to start at the beginning with the Pinkfresh Studio blog.
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So, I had A LOT of fun with the Daisy Chain Layering Stencil and Die set!! The ease of use, versatility, and the professional-looking results are key features of this set. Have you used a layering stencil before?
If not, they are a group of stencils where each stencil represents a different color in the final design.
I did not realize until I started using these, but there are REGISTRATION MARKS on the stencil for where the four corners of an A2-sized card should be. This is a total game-changer in the ease of use of these stencils!
Not only do you not have to worry about lining each different stencil up with the prior stencil, but you also know that your final design is going to be centered perfectly on the front of your card!
It's a little hard to see the marks because they are lined up directly on top of the card, but they are there, and making using these stencils a snap!
1. Blended and Centered on the Card, as Intended
This is the first card I made, and I was shocked at how good it looked without doing anything "special" or "fancy" to it! I blended gray ink for the leaves, so the melon and coral flowers really stand out.
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This could easily be a one-layer card without the sentiment, stitched panel, and crystals.
2. Die Cut and Centered on the Card
This set also has a coordinating die that you can get to cut out your stenciled daisy wreath! Having the die is really useful if you want to layer your daisy wreath on top of a patterned background.
Tip: Keep the white center of the Daisy Wreath so you have a nice place for the sentiment.
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The background of this card is from a new set of stencils, the Diamond Plaid Stencil. It's hard to believe there are just two stencils that create this cozy plaid look.
Two things I think plaid is fantastic for are:
1) Masculine cards, and
2) Winter cards.
A very useful staple to have in your craft room!
3. Die Cut, Remove Wreath, & Position Back-to-Back
Just because the flowers are on a wreath doesn't mean they have to stay on a wreath! Here's what I mean:
Here's a photo of the die used to cut the wreath. On the right I have the two sections of flowers cut away from the wreath simply by snipping away the vine area. You would never know by looking at these floral arrangements that they were part of a wreath.
Now that they are free of the wreath, you can position them however you would like.
Being back-to-back gives you a nice space on the bottom of the card for the sentiment.
I used just one of the new Diagonal Plaid stencils to make the green binding of the card. Because the flowers are covering up the plaid intersection, you are left with a fun zig-zag pattern.
4. Die Cut, Remove Wreath, and Position in a Swag
There are many different layout options with these two floral pieces, but another one that seemed to work well is to arrange them into a swag pattern. The swag is a really nice element to move your eyes down along the card.
I got a "sympathy vibe" from this swag arrangement of flowers, so I used quiet colors for the flowers and leaves. The tan and blue plaid I made for the lower left corner is a quite, cozy pattern. I added a thin blue line with a colored pencil to make the plaid pop a little more.
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I know there are many more ways to use the flower sections (one in opposite corners, or cut two wreaths and have flowers in all four corners) so it will be fun to keep playing around with this set!
I do have one more card to share, and this one uses another Layering Stencil set!
Did you happen to notice the "Seamless" in the title of the product? I was so happy to see that! This is such a SMART design that repeats as often as you need it, just move the stencil up to where you left off.
The stencil is sized for an A2-sized card, but since the design repeats, you can easily use this to cover a slimline card! It's like a 2-for-1 deal! Here you see how I've taped an A2-sized card to my workspace so I can consistently position the registration marks, and then put the slimline card on top of that. Once I'm done using the stencil, I move it to complete the top of the card.
The sentiment dies are from the older Essentials: Classic Word Die Set and I love how they stretch across the entire length of the slimline card.
What a fun release this is! I'm really into the Layering Stencils now, because it's an easy thing to do when you're hanging out watching TV (lots of that going on this year!) and you get consistent, quality results.
GIVEAWAYS:
Pinkfresh Studio will be giving away the full release on the Pinkfresh blog, IG feed & YouTube channel! A $25 gift card will also be given away to a commenter on every stop in this blog hop, so don't forget to leave a comment! Winners will be picked from the comments and posted on December 18, 2020 on the GIVEAWAY PAGE. You must check that page & claim your prize within 2 weeks.
SHOPPING PROMO:
Free US shipping on all orders $50+ now thru December 17th! No code needed.
30% off discount on all full size ink pads - now thru December 17th! It's a great time to fill in any of your holes. Promo code is INKPADS30.
I am now happy to send you off to the amazing Kelly Lunceford who is going to wow you with her projects!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
-Kelly
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So many beautiful cards and inspiration ❤️❤️❤️
ReplyDeleteThe daisy wreath is my favorite from this release and every one of your cards is better than the last. Loving all the possibilities with different color combinations, thanks for all the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards, love the backgrounds, love the floral elements. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love what you've done with these amazing new stencils! I didn't think I would use the wreath stencil very much but seeing it on your cards made me look at it in a different light. All of your cards are just gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! Love that they're all so different but from same stencils! Loving this release!
ReplyDeleteOh my word - gasping over your post. Your cards are stunning!! I am floral card addict :) Thanks for so much gorgeous inspiration. I have not seen your work before so am delighted to have found you here!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to use the wreath as a swag! Love all the stencils in this release!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely LOVE your cards and will be CASING them soon!
ReplyDeleteStunning cards all of them! I love the use of another stencil underneath the flowers, and my jaw dropped when you cut the die in two to use the wreath in a different way! Why do I not even think of these things myself lol!! Thank you for showing how creative you can get with this die!!
ReplyDeleteGreat cards!! Gorgeous colors!!
ReplyDeletegreat design ideas using that new stencil. Lovely ab=nd great backgrounds.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards Kelly. Love Daisy Wreath! So pretty and elegant. Lovely colors! The backgrounds look so cool with the Diamond Plaid stencil. Thank you for the inspiration! Happy (and safe) Holidays!
ReplyDeleteYour wide variety of cards really shows us how versatile this new release is!
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards!
Thanks for the inspiration.
These cards are so beautiful. I love that they use the same stencil but with different colors and placement they take on a new life. Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteAdding grey is such a modern and gorgeous idea. It really makes the other colors stand out in an amazing way.
ReplyDeleteThe cards are beautiful. I am always looking for unique ways to use the different products and cutting it apart was brilliant. I loved how the possibilities to create different looks just became endless. You have definitely inspired me. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThe cards are beautiful. I am always looking for unique ways to use the different products and cutting it apart was brilliant. I loved how the possibilities to create different looks just became endless. You have definitely inspired me. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThe cards are beautiful. I am always looking for unique ways to use the different products and cutting it apart was brilliant. I loved how the possibilities to create different looks just became endless. You have definitely inspired me. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThe Diamond Plaid stencil is gorgeous! I love the way you used it on these cards.
ReplyDeleteYour idea to cut the wreath apart is brilliant. It allows for so many options. Glad I ordered it before it went out of stock. I will definitely need to come back and CASE your cards when my order arrives.
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love your card ideas! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI love the many options you shared, taking the wreath apart was inspired!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful cards! I love the second card - such a gorgeous colour combination!
ReplyDeleteLoving that amazing diamond stencil! What a great release.
ReplyDeleteYour card are beautiful. Thank you so much for showing many different ways to use the layering stencil/die. Lots of great suggestions for using the various products.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are just beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThe more I hop, the more I find myself loving that diamond background stencil! I feel like it looks perfect with every floral! Love all your cards today!
ReplyDeleteThese floral cards and stenciling are just STUNNING!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! Amazing release, so well thought out.
ReplyDeletestunning creations - loved that you made a slimline card using an A2 stencil, thank you for the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteYou have some serious prettiness happening here Kelly, wow!!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful cards! Amazing colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
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ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning and inspirational cards!! Love the colors too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards sooo pretty
ReplyDeleteAll.your cards are gorgeous! Love how you cut the wreath one. Way to think out of the box!
ReplyDeleteI love all the cards and the variety of the daisy stencil usage. Your explanation is excellent and inspiring. I think this is now my first choice. (It was the mountain scene- which is so fun!)
ReplyDeleteAll of your cards are so pretty! I think I like your slimline best because who wouldn’t want a card with that sentiment! Lol!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!! I love these layering stencils!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! So beautiful! I love the color combinations and the plaid backgrounds!
ReplyDeletewow!!!! your cards are lovely - thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Your cards are so beautiful! I like the color combinations!
ReplyDeleteI love these flowers especially the wreath
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards and great designs! I love them all!
ReplyDeleteStunning designs!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, gorgeous
ReplyDeletecards! Lovely colors.
Carla from Utah
Hi, Kelly - Your beautiful "Sending..." cards are a marvel, between the wonderfully-colored flowers and the awesome plaid background. The one "hugs" card also uses that killer good plaid stencil, the other has a quieter background - both are nice. I hope you know how many people look at your work and think "wow - gorgeous!" Holiday blessings to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteLori S in PA
Beautiful cards. they are delicate
ReplyDeleteand heart-warming. thanks for
sharing. txmlhl(at)yahoo(dot)com
Wow! Great cards and great ideas! I love the idea of cutting the daisy sprays apart to use in different ways and adding extra lines to the diamond plaid design. I also love how you've used these two together in different ways. I can also see how handy these stencils might be in home decor - even decorating furniture - especially the seamless floral panel set. xo
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! I love the plaids and florals! Beautiful color combos and details! Great ideas on using the plaid stencils in different ways, just as a border or corner design!
ReplyDeleteAll beautiful & creative, Kelly! A layered stencil/die is going on my wishlist, for sure! I especially love how you made a swag with the wreath!
ReplyDeleteWow, Kelly, these are all absolutely stunning! Love each and every one of them!
ReplyDeleteLovely cards! I love this release with the layering stencils and matching dies. The daisy is my favorite! TFS and for the great ideas!
ReplyDeleteA stunning set of cards, Kelly! So beautiful showing off these great new layered stencils and dies! Thanks so much for the great inspiration! Take care and I hope you have a lovely Christmas and a very happy and healthy 2021! :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous layering on each of these elegant exquisite designs, thank you for the amazing inspiration and sharing your creative cards!
ReplyDeleteAmazing cards! This release is amazing and I'm very excited. Thank you for the inspiration and for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI'm blown away by your art and talent. Thanks for inspiring us all with the fabulous new release from Pinkfresh.
ReplyDeleteLove your cards, can't wait until the daisy wreath is back in stock!
ReplyDeleteKelly, your cards are lovely!! I am so excited to get my hands on these new stencils. Thanks for such great inspiration! :)
ReplyDeleteAngie
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Love the gorgeous inspiration cards. The new release is fantastic! I really love the new layering stencils. And the coordinating dies are a great idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful ways to use the wreath. Looks so pretty just changing the direction. Really nice colors and very cheerful. Great release with lots to consider... Happy Holidays to you and yours!
ReplyDeleteThis stencil release just makes me so happy, I love these florals, and your cards really make them shine!
ReplyDeleteLove the different color combinations.
ReplyDeleteI'm impressed by your creativity!! Just kind all these cards
ReplyDeleteGenius card designs! I love that you thought outside of the box to create several different designs. That's why I love these hops. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLovely cards with pretty colors !!
ReplyDeleteThe first one is my favorite. I love the color choices and ink blending.
ReplyDeleteFantastic cards Kelly! So beautiful! Love the different designs! And I absolutely love the plaid!
ReplyDeleteWow, gorgeous!! Love your designs, colors and beautiful compositions. So creative.
ReplyDeleteGreat job. Loved all your color choices and stencil layering. Well done.
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely cards; I can't wait to try these layering stencils!
ReplyDeleteWonderful cards... thanks for creating outside the box! I love how you used the sets in different ways!
ReplyDeletePFS rocks as well as your creative use of these new stencils.
ReplyDeleteVery nice color combinations. I like the look of the flowers. The leaves are wonderful in these colors.
ReplyDeleteI love the cards! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThese cards are awesome!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic release!!! I am in LOVE!!! WOW can't wait to try these out thanks for the chance to win!!
Thank you for showing and explaining about the registration makes as well as being able to continue the pattern so easily.
ReplyDelete"jar dropping" So many wonderful cards!!! I love them all but my favorites are No.3 and 4!! I really love your design and layout♥♥♥ Truely amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards. I love that you showed so many ways to use the daisy stencil
ReplyDeleteI cannot thank you enough for including a step-by-stepnprocess if using the layered stencils. I am super excited to try them!
ReplyDeleteIt’s so helpful to see different ways to use the one set, & all the cards are awesome. Thank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLovely cards! The plaid stencil is so fun and I love how you show different ways to use the daisy. The seamless stencil is a great idea, thanks for showing how to use it.
ReplyDeleteLove your cards, especially how striking the black ink is on the 2 daisy wreath cards! So pretty
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