Saturday, May 20, 2023

Simon Says 'Dear Friend' Blog Hop




YAY!! I am here on Day 1 of  2 crafty blog hops to celebrate a super new 'Dear Friend' release from Simon Says Stamp!! WOOT WOOT!! 
I am thrilled to have been sent a parcel of samples and to have been invited to take part in the hop! Thanks Heidi, Susan and all at Simon HQ 

You should have arrived here from the lovely, and super talented Seeka's Blog. If not you might want to start at the beginning on the Simon Says Stamp Store Blog 

I made a couple of cards to share today, showcasing the absolutely GORGEOUS Blissful Bouquet Clear Stamp Set and Fancy Thanks Die Set 


My neighbors daughter is getting married next month, so this set arrived with perfect timing! I have known her since she was 3 years old ❤️ I wanted to keep the design quite simple with a silver/white color with a splash of green, and I have to say, I love how this one turned out! 
I colored with Copic Markers and used Brutus Monroe Sterling Silver Sparkle Embossing Power. I used a Simon Says Stamp Falling Hearts Stencil and Tim Holtz Lost Shadow Distress Ink for the background and layered with Paper Rose Silver Foil Paper


and I made an envelope to match 



Next up is a fun Thanks card


I simply stamped the Blissful Bouquet background and then splattered with Dylusions Inks. I used Simon Says Stamp Clustered Leaves Outline and Details Dies to pop behind the Thanks sentiment  


and I made an envelope to match


and this is one that I made yesterday CLICK HERE for more details. 


This is the last stop on the hop! I hope you have enjoyed hopping and seeing all of the fabulous makes that the designers have shared today! 
Please pop back to the Simon Says Stamp Store Blog to leave some feedback :-)

HOP ORDER:

Simon Says Stamp Blog 

Nina-Marie Trapani

Caly Person

Suzy Plantamura

Debby Hughes

Sidnie Des Jardins

Amy Rysavy

Lisa Addesa

Emily Midgett

Tina Smith

Emma Williams

Lea Lawson

Bobbi Lemanski

Seeka

Lorraine Aquilina you're here ❤️ thanks for hopping by!  


Simon Says Stamp is giving away a $25 coupon to every stop on the hop from the blog comments section. Winners will be chosen and posted on the Simon Says Stamp blog on Wednesday the 24th of May. The winner can email Simon Says Stamp to claim their prize.



There will be another hop tomorow, so set an alarm on your phone! 2pm EST tomorrow for more crafty inspiration! 


and this is the whole release!! CLICK HERE or on the pic to go see! :-) 


If you make a card, or any projetc, using any of the Simon Says Stamp brand, or card kits, please link them into the correspoding gallery on Simon's Store Blog :-) 


I use affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Any funds raised are donated to charity. 
Every little helps. Please click on the SSS in the links below xx 
Thank You
I am currently donating all proceeds to 2 Ukraine Refugee Charities. One for people suffering in the conflict and one who help the poor animals left starving.





Simon Says Stamp Blissful Bouquet Clear Stamp Set
Simon Says Stamp Blissful Bouquet Clear Stamp Set
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Simon Says Stamp Fancy Thanks Die Set
Simon Says Stamp Fancy Thanks Die Set
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Simon Says Stamp Blissful Bouquet Clear Stamp and Die Set
Simon Says Stamp Blissful Bouquet Clear Stamp and Die Set
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Copic Markers
Copic Markers
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Memento Tuxedo Ink Pad
Memento Tuxedo Ink Pad
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pads
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pads
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Crafters Companion Repositionable Adhesive Spray
Crafters Companion Repositionable Adhesive Spray
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Simon's Exclusive White 120lb Card Stock
Simon's Exclusive White 120lb Card Stock
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Neenah Classic Crest 80lb Card Stock
Neenah Classic Crest 80lb Card Stock
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Pinkfresh Iridescent Color Drops
Pinkfresh Iridescent Color Drops
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Paper Rose Silver Foil Floral Paper Pack
Paper Rose Silver Foil Floral Paper Pack
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Simon Says Stamp Outline Clustered Leaves Die
Simon Says Stamp Outline Clustered Leaves Die
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Simon Says Stamp Detailed Leaf Cluster Die
Simon Says Stamp Detailed Leaf Cluster Die
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Simon's Exclusive Stitched Rectangles Die Set
Simon's Exclusive Stitched Rectangles Die Set
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Simon Says Stamp Falling Hearts Stencil
Simon Says Stamp Falling Hearts Stencil
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Misti Precision Mini Stamping Tool
Misti Precision Mini Stamping Tool
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Fiskars Reinforced Paper Trimmer
Fiskars Reinforced Paper Trimmer
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Best Creation Big Foam Squares
Best Creation Big Foam Squares
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Fiskars Spring Assist Scissors
Fiskars Spring Assist Scissors
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Sizzix Big Shot Die Cutting Machine
Sizzix Big Shot Die Cutting Machine
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Dylusions Lemon Zest Ink Spray
Dylusions Lemon Zest Ink Spray
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Dylusions Fresh Lime Ink Spray
Dylusions Fresh Lime Ink Spray
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Ranger Heat Tool
Ranger Heat Tool
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Simon's Exclusive Teflon Bone Folder
Simon's Exclusive Teflon Bone Folder
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WeRMemory Keepers Envelope Punch Board
WeRMemory Keepers Envelope Punch Board
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Simon Says Stamp 3d Foam Squares
Simon Says Stamp 3d Foam Squares
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Simon Says Stamp Tacky Craft Glue
Simon Says Stamp Tacky Craft Glue
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Marvy Uchida Jewel Picker
Marvy Uchida Jewel Picker
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Simon Says Stamp Blending Brush Set Small and Large
Simon Says Stamp Blending Brush Set Small and Large
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Brutus Monroe Sterling Sparkle Embossing Powder
Brutus Monroe Sterling Sparkle Embossing Powder
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Ranger Watercolor Paper
Ranger Watercolor Paper
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Tim Holtz Shaping Tool Kit
Tim Holtz Shaping Tool Kit
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EK Success Powder Tool
EK Success Powder Tool
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Simon Says Stamp Sunshine Card Stock
Simon Says Stamp Sunshine Card Stock
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Simon Says Stamp Green Apple Card Stock
Simon Says Stamp Green Apple Card Stock
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Scotch ATG Tape Glider
Scotch ATG Tape Glider
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Versafine Onyx Black Pigment Ink Pad
Versafine Onyx Black Pigment Ink Pad
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Hope you all have a great week :-)
Happy Crafting
Luv Lols x x x

120 comments:

Katherine K :) said...

Absolutely stunning cards! Especially love the simplistic beauty of your first one. Thanks for the inspiration!

MadeByMeghanK said...

INCREDIBLE job with these flowers! I LOVE the silver!

SelenaB said...

Love your cards! The wedding card is amazing.I love the silver and white����������

Lori said...

Wow! Loving the wedding card! All cards are pretty!

Suzy Girl said...

Loving the simplicity of these cards. TFS

Lynn Chan said...

Awesome cards! :)

crafty-stamper said...

Absolutely gorgeous cards and love the first one with the silver embossing
Carol x

Shelley said...

That wedding card is gorgeous! Such elegant beauty!

Maureen Reiss said...

Wow!!!! Really Gorgeous cards!!!! The first one is soooo Elegant!!!

Matthewsmommy said...

Beautiful Card. I need a wedding card and this is what I will make. Thank you

Bonnie Lynn said...

Wow! All of your cards are fabulous! Thank you for the inspiration today.

Kim murphy said...

Love the simple basic colors. Thanks for sharing.

gmaduff said...

Beautiful, so very elegant. Just beautiful..!

auntjen4 said...

Wow! Really amazing cards!! The wedding card is stunning!

S. M. said...

Beautiful wedding card - simply elegant!

Gayle I. said...

Stunning wedding card!

Jeanette said...

Your cards are beautiful and perfect for an anniversary or wedding.

Melissa Leftrick said...

These are stunning! So beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful work!

JKB said...

Such Beautiful cards. They all have such unique styles. The wedding card is awesome.

KimCreate said...

The wedding card is gorgeous and perfect. Love all the elements you used.

Danyelle Dillon said...

Gorgeous cards. Wow that first one is really elegant with the white flower.

NPurdum56 said...

Great cards! Thanks for sharing!

Lana said...

Thank you for sharing the cards, your designs stand out from the crowd. I love the grey & white with green thank you card.

Christine H said...

Beautiful cards!!!

Lee said...

All wonderful but particularly love the first Thank You card with the bold yellow and these beautiful stamps.

Helene M said...

Love the creativity in your cards!

Margaret said...

Love these cards, each so pretty and unique!

Dee Earnshaw said...

your cards are lovely -especially the first card - love the design and layout

Shawna said...

I love the last card. How did you die cut the strip on the side? Brutus Monroe makes the BEST coverage embossing powders, don't you think?

corky.kay@verizon.net said...

Do you ever get tired of seeing these comments start with WOW!? I hope not because that one little word says so much about your work. Who wouldn't love to get that wedding card? It's a keeper. I also loved how you put vellum behind the open leaves on the next card, and the third card is also amazing. Nicely done!

Jenni King said...

Great cards! Thank you for sharing your amazing art work!

Bunny said...

Last but not least and I'm so glad to see you on the hop. I bet you can't wait to give that beautiful wedding card to your neighbor. It's lovely as is the envelope. Great choice of embossing color. The thank you card is striking with that bold yellow and black sentiment. The Blissful Bouquet is a lovely set. The colors on your 3rd card are great. Especially matching up with the background. [Bunny]

Liz Jutila said...

Well wow! Just gorgeous samples!

Andrea R said...

Both the wedding congrats and the Thanks card are understated but elegant. The splattering on the Thanks card really gives it movement and freshness. Love them.

Savannagh Kacey said...

Wow! Your wedding card is soooooo elegant! Thanks for the inspiration.

Leah W. said...

These are all so pretty! TFS!

Karen Dailey said...

All of your cards are lovely. Your wedding card is beautiful and will be loved by its recipient! 🥰

Judy Inukai said...

Great cards. The wedding card is stunning and will be a wonderful keepsake for the bride and groom.

Holly Mahoney said...

Beautiful cards! Great inspiration.

ionabunny said...

Ooh lovely. The vellum behind the leaves die cut is very pretty. Hugz

Jeanne Rice said...

Gorgeous! Love the cards.

Barbara-Jean said...

That wedding card is gorgeous! The thank you ones are pretty, too.

CrafteA said...

Lovely cards

Sandra R said...

All the cards are beautiful. Love the wedding one and the use of Lost Shadow. Very elegant!

Kathy J in Ellicott City said...

Beautiful cards!

Anonymous said...

The wedding card is truly gorgeous. They will treasure it, I know!

Gayle M said...

Gorgeous cards!! Thank you for sharing them.

Robin said...

Beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful cards! Love the silver, makes the card elegant!
Thanks,
Debbie Schenz

Vicky B. said...

Your cards are so pretty and I love the items you chose to use from this release. I love the sentiment dies and always love anything floral. So pretty!!!

papel1 said...

Love your cards So inspiring

Sandy Baggarly said...

Such pretty cards! Especially like the wedding card.

AmyG said...

These cards are fabulous.

Julie said...

Very beautiful and fun cards. Thanks for sharing.

Donna Walls said...

Lorraine, your cards are lovely. I love the Sweet & Simple styles.

Shar Zar said...

Love your stylish cards.

Robin L McCall said...

I really liked how you used the silver to pull the wedding card together so lovely! It will be a great card for the wedding and the extra TLC of stamping on the envelope is that extra perfect little bit of special!!

Thank you for the inspiration!

snowdraak said...

Great cards. Love the layering!

Lissette said...

Beautiful cards. The first card is so elegant and stunning! It took my breath away. Thanks for sharing

Janis Ford said...

Wonderful cards 💕💕

Anonymous said...

Stunning cards. The wedding card is just beautiful.

Laurie Hunt said...

The wedding card is really elegant. Love it!

Anonymous said...

Card 1 is so elegant! The bride will love it! Card two is beautiful! Card three is also beautiful. The colors are gorgeous!
Thank you!

Barbara said...

Wow, loved all your cards but that first card is stunning. It is a perfect wedding card and I am sure she will love it!

Holly Hood said...

Card one is so elegant! The bride will love it! Card two is beautiful! Card three is also beautiful. The colors are gorgeous!
Thank you

Tracey said...

I love the little details like the heart stencil and use of the vellum.

Denise Bryant said...

Wonderful cards with the new designs! I especially love the elegant wedding card you created! The happy couple will treasure it!

Drena Putz said...

Lorraine, your first card, the wedding one, is one of the prettiest wedding cards that I've ever seen!! 🩷

Doni High said...

Totally awesome wedding card!

Kelsey Thomas said...

Beautiful cards!

Fun with Paper said...

Love the wedding cards very elegant.

Ondria said...

Beautiful card. Gave me so many ideas.

Ann H said...

Beautiful cards!!

Dayna said...

What wonderful cards! Lovely!

Sylvia Torres said...

GORGEOUS wedding card! Wow! I really love it. ❤️ Thank you for the inspiration.

Mirella said...

These are all truly fantastic, I cannot even pick a favourite!

Diann said...

Beautifully eclectic

LeAnne said...

These are all great cards. Thanks for the inspiration.

Carmelita Shea said...

Fabulous…..so beautiful!

Pauline C said...

Gorgeous cards Lorraine, I particularly love the first one, it is so elegant! Thanks so much for the inspiration and chance to win
Pauline xx

yuko neal said...

Newbie cardmaker here. Luv the first card with the foiled background overlayed with a solid cardstock with a featured floral. Very nice on the eyes. Thank you for sharing!

Amy Solovay said...

Your cards all turned out gorgeous! Love them all!

Mary Holshouser said...

The wedding card is gorgeous.
Great to make a matching
envelope. The bride will
be thrilled. thanks for
sharing.

Tijana Z said...

Love the wedding card, I'll have to get the stamps!

Lauryne Cunningham said...

Wow! Your cards are so lovely! Your friend's daughter is really going to love that stunning wedding card!

Gail Okeefe said...

I'd love to see the inside of your cards. I rarely put anything inside but it sure does enhance the beauty

Dfrank said...

Love the clean white, silver and pop of one color! Beautiful!

Cyndi said...

Beautiful cards. My favorite is the first one --so elegant!

sharon g said...

I especially like your second card. It is so pretty and simple.

Sherri said...

Love the elegant wedding card.

Scrap-A-Doodle Designs said...

I think I have just my inspiration for my next wedding card! I also Love the bold colors of you thank you cards!

Carmela said...

Beautiful designs! Just love the white card!!

Karen Obregon said...

Love the colors you used. Very elegant and nice.

Stacy H. said...

I love the elegant wedding card!

Lisa O said...

Love your card! The flowers are beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Love your CAS style but the ombré pink letter are fantastic 💕 joAnn jheinbuch70@yahoo.ca

Jade said...

Lovely cards! I especially like the first one. Terrific!

Cat said...

Your cards are always gorgeous Lorraine, but that wedding card? STUNNING!

JustCallMeElle said...

I am loving your elegant cards!

L said...

The first card is my favorite, so classy and elegant!
The other cards are very nice too, thanks for sharing.

Teresa Rogers said...

I love the softness of you lilac colored card. The use of velum on the other two also gives a great touch of softness.

Mrs Hedgecock said...

The wedding card is beautiful. I think this is my favorite.

Julie said...

The wedding card is beautiful!

Bridget N said...

Great cards! I appreciate how your showcased the new products. TFS :-)

Lynne said...

Love all of the cards!

Stacy Wood said...

Wedding is absolutely gorgeous!!

Tammy said...

Beautiful cards!

Kathy Schweinfurth said...

Oh, your cards are truly beautiful!!

Kathy said...

What fun cards! Is that vellum behind the leaves in the first Thank you card? Clever!

jordanbev5@yahoo.com said...

Am in love with your beautiful Blissful Bouquet cards especially!! The wedding card is stunning!!! Such classic beauty! The colorful other 2 are just delightful and beauties as well! Gorgeous inspiration!

DorothyA said...

Fantastic cards! I especially like your first card and hope to make one like it for an upcoming wedding and some special occasions. The lavender and silver are so pretty, and I love the foiled paper.

nwilliams6 said...

Wow, some fabulous cards. Each one is so different and so pretty. Love your colors and details!

Denise C. said...

What lovely cards!

Migdalia said...

Your cards are absolutely beautiful! I love the wedding card!

Leigh said...

Such gorgeous cards, I especially love the first wedding card! Love love love!

RockSeaTea said...

You have made some beauties here. Great work!

Ms. Tamp said...

Beautiful designs. I do like the layers for the first and the black on the last card.

Terrie D. (StarSpry) said...

Your cards are so lovely! I really like the first one :)

Michelle James said...

Such pretty cards!