Saturday, January 11, 2025

Simon Says Stamp To Be Loved Blog Hop Day 2!


Hi there!! are you here for Day 2 of the blog hop? If so you should have arrived from the super talented Lea Lawson's Blogif not you might want to start at the beginning on the Simon Says Stamp Blog
If you missed yesterday's hop you might like to start there! CLICK HERE for Day 1!

I am thrilled to be asked to be part of this hop and the lovely peeps at Simon HQ sent me some lovely products to play with! 

First up is this fun Gay Pride inspired card and envelope set. I used a gorgeous  Lined Heart Clear Stamp Set and an Outline Hearts Stencil Set


I colored the stripes with Copic Markers and smothered with Hero Arts Iridescent Earth Safe Glitter (every little helps) For the background I used the Outline Hearts Stencil Set along with Pawsitively Saturated Inks: Carnation, Citrine, Morning and Limelicious. I used black ink to add random sentiments and white heat embossed one for the front. I added a few Pawsitively Dazzling Dusk Gems and iridescent string to finish. 

and I made an envelope to match. 


For this next card I used a CZ Designs 'I'm Sorry Stamp and Die Set Bundle and a  Funky Hearts Stencil Set. I used Pawsitively Saturated Carnation Ink for the hearts and used one of the stencils to emboss the  funky lines design using a Big Shot. 

I added a little extra interest by stamping 'sorry' in all of the hearts, stitching along 2 edges and adding some Iridescent String and a heat embossed a sentiment. 



Thanks for looking! There is a fabulous $25 Voucher to give away on EVERY stop along the hop! All you need to do is leave a comment on all of the blog hop posts and check the winner's list on the Simon Says Stamp Blog on Wenesday 15th January!



To see the whole release CLICK HERE or on the pic


From here you need to hop on over to the lovey Karin Åkesdotte's Blog for more crafty goodness!

HOP ORDER:

Simon Says Stamp Blog
Nina-Marie Trapani
Laura Bassen
Nichol Spohr
Suzy Plantamura
Mindy Eggen
Heather Hoffman
Lisa Addesa
Lea Lawson
Lorraine Aquilina (you are here :-)) 
Karin Åkesdotter
Nicki Baxley
Anne Fiene
Barb Engler
Maggie Haas


There are fabulous galleries on the Simon Says Stamp Blog filled with more crafty inspiration! 
CLICK HERE to see the 'TO LOVE' gallery 
CLICK HERE to see the 'To Be Loved' gallery 
If you make anything with any of these prducts, we would love to see your designs uploaded into the galleries too! 

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

Challenges:
My Time To Craft.  Add A Sentiment 
Cardz 4 Galz.  Use Stencils 
Word Power.  Words as the focus 
Allsorts. Matching Pairs
Sweet Stampin' Something New 


Simon Says Stamp Funky Hearts Stencil Set
Simon Says Stamp Funky Hearts Stencil Set
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Simon Says Stamp Lined Heart Clear Stamp Set
Simon Says Stamp Lined Heart Clear Stamp Set
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Simon Says Stamp Outline Hearts Stencil Set
Simon Says Stamp Outline Hearts Stencil 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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CZ Designs I'm Sorry Stamp and Die Bundle
CZ Designs I'm Sorry Stamp and Die Bundle
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Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Inks
Simon Says Stamp Pawsitively Saturated Inks
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Simon Says Stamp Stamp and Stencil Mat
Simon Says Stamp Stamp and Stencil Mat
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Simon's Exclusive White 120lb Card Stock
Simon's Exclusive White 120lb Card Stock
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May Arts Iridescent String
May Arts Iridescent String
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Neenah Classic Crest 80lb Card Stock
Neenah Classic Crest 80lb Card Stock
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Simon's Exclusive Black Card Stock
Simon's Exclusive Black Card Stock
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Hero Arts Iridescent Earth Safe Glitter
Hero Arts Iridescent Earth Safe Glitter
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Simon Says Stamp Dusk Pawsitively Dazzling Gems
Simon Says Stamp Dusk Pawsitively Dazzling Gems
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Misti Teal Precision Stamping Tool Kit
Misti Teal Precision Stamping Tool Kit
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Fiskars Premium Cut Paper Trimmer
Fiskars Premium Cut Paper Trimmer
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iCraft 3D Foam Tape
iCraft 3D Foam Tape
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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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Simon's Exclusive White Embossing Powder
Simon's Exclusive White Embossing Powder
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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 White Pigment Ink Pad
Simon Says Stamp White Pigment Ink Pad
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Simon Says Stamp Black and White 3D Foam Squares
Simon Says Stamp Black and White 3D Foam Squares
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Ranger Heat It Craft Tool
Ranger Heat It Craft Tool
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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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EK Success Powder Tool
EK Success Powder Tool
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Tim Holtz Paper Distresser
Tim Holtz Paper Distresser
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Scotch ATG Tape Glider
Scotch ATG Tape Glider
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Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink Pad
Simon Says Stamp Intense Black Ink Pad
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Hope you all have a great week :-)
Happy Crafting
Luv Lols x x x



50 comments:

Mary W said...

So many great ideas in this release and your pretty cards! (Love the sleeping cat.)

Ann H said...

Great cards, love the creative ways you used the products!

Marcy Schneider said...

Beautiful cards, Lorraine, with great techniques. Thanks for sharing.

Beth Spore said...

I love how you stamped inside the hearts too! Thanks for the inspiration. I’ve just finished a cookie card for my scout leader cousin and starting valentines next!

Tammy said...

What beautiful cards! Love everything about them!

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing your creativeness and design!

JustCallMeElle said...

I enjoy seeing sewing machine stitching on cards. I love doing that too.

Linda Fillds said...

Very nice job.. tyfs :)

DIANA GEHRT said...

I like how you did the big heart and used the earth safe glitter.

Terry Deason said...

Great cards!

lkleback said...

I love the colors you chose!

Sunshine HoneyBee said...

Espevially like the sparkle colors on heart.

Janice Stovall said...

Both of these cards are GREAT! And I really like how you stamped the "SORRY" inside the little hearts.

Jeanne Townsend said...

Beautiful colors on your card, simply beautiful💕

Barbara-Jean said...

The glitter stripes on the large heart make that card very special!

MadeByMeghanK said...

I LOVE the hearts and colors! GREAT DESIGNS!

Anneleise said...

Such a fantastic hop! Beautiful work!

Sandy M said...

Great cards. The glitter card would make a very pretty hanging piece on a knob or bulletin board once removed from the card.

Pamela said...

wonderful background you've created using Stenciles (our challenge.) thank you for sharing your creation with us at C4Galz

Kathy J in Ellicott City said...

Great cards!

sharon g said...

The simple I'm Sorry card is perfect.

Kristen Snoozy said...

Great cards, I love that funky heart stencil

Annette Holleger said...

I love those stencil and that beautiful string! Thanks for sharing.

Talitha said...

Thanks for sharing your creativity.

Talitha said...

Like how you use the stencil. Thanks.

Jaime said...

Love both cards! The Sparkle is so pretty on the large heart ❤️

Lynn Stevens said...

WOW that's some heart. At first I thought it was lots of different colors of glitter.
Beautifully done ,tfs

Scrap-A-Doodle Designs said...

Lorraine, wow, I just absolutely love your cards and your style. Very distinct and so artistic. Your pride card just jumps out and says ‘smile and be kind’. Truly speaks to my heart. Thanks for sharing.

Anonymous said...

Marisela Delgado said: Very pretty cards 💜 mariandmonsterd@yahoo.com

Melissa Leftrick said...

Love these! So colorful and fun

Denise Bryant said...

Pretty cards with all the hearts!

Plum Crazy Valerie said...

Wonderful blending on all your cards, so smooth and lovely.

Lynn Chan HJC said...

Lovely cards! :)

Chris said...

Such a pretty Valentines card, a lovely background for your striking glittery heart.
Thank you for sharing at Sweet Stampin' Challenges.
Chris
x

Rosemary said...

Wonderful set of cards for Valentine's Day!

Karen Tarolli said...

Never would have thought to stamp within the heart. Great idea!

Maureen Reiss said...

Both of your cards are so Beautiful!!!!

Tijana Lakaj said...

Both cards are so cute, I can't decide which one I like more!

Christine said...

Love the glittery striped heart!

Stacey Kowbel said...

Fabulous cards! I really love the striped heart!

Patty said...

Both pretty and colorful cards!! My favorite is the I'm Sorry card!

Alexandra Y said...

These are stunning!

Lauryne Cunningham said...

Fantastic cards! I love the glittery striped heart!

Craftyfield said...

A great design for Pride! Thanks for sharing with us at Allsorts!

Shar Zar said...

So very attractive.

Connie Hostak said...

Bring on ALL the hearts! What lovely cards!

Orit V said...

Lovely cards, beautiful 😍

Lynne said...

Love your pretty hearts. Thank you for joining in the matching pairs theme at Allsorts.

Shawna said...

I love your sorry card. So many times that would help!

Mary-Anne V said...

Fantastic heart cards.