Good morning! Today is an amazing blog hop to celebrate Pinkfresh Studio's March Washi, Stamp, Die, Stencil, and Hot Foil Release! This release was supposed to happen earlier this month, but shipping delays pushed it to the very last minute this time around! Hopefully you find it worth the wait! You aren't going to want to miss a stop along the way - TONS of inspiration and prizes up for grabs! YAY! You can find links to all of the new release items I used on today's cards at the bottom of this post!
If you know my by now, you know I generally share lots of cards for these release hops - so as usual, be prepared to scroll a bit!
First up, I'm sharing this layered card using the gorgeous new Dahlia Washi, and a couple of the new nesting hot foil and die sets! I hot foiled one of the Nested Hexagons hot foil frames on some Concord and 9th Grapefruit cardstock using Blush hot foil. I die cut a smaller one of the same set from white cardstock to layer over the top. THEN...on top of that, I layered one of the Nested Diamonds - this one I had created by using the leftover negative foil, and foiling it with the Solid Foil plate. This allowed me to then die cut the frame, and have a reverse hot foiled image - white in the center, with foil along the outer edges.
Before adhering that frame panel to my ivory cardbase, I stamped it with Darling Dahlia's cling rubber stamp and Ballet Slipper ink. This added the softest and prettiest touch of color and texture to the cardbase. I then applied the Dahlia washi to vellum, and die cut with the coordinating dies. I love washi on vellum - it adds an ethereal feel to it that is so gorgeous! I chose a couple to layer in the center of the frame, tucking a couple edges in.
Sentiment was heat embossed using the Dahlia washi stamp set and Rose Gold embossing powder. I trimmed it into a thin strip, and hand cut the edges into banner shapes. I then layered that directly over the florals.
I had slipped when doing my hot foiling, and had a bit of a flaw at the bottom of that hexagon shape. Sooo...it was an opportunity to embellish more, right? So I created a bow using Artistic Bows die. I used vellum for part of it, and then die cut from some more of the negative space of some of the hot foil that I foiled to some white cardstock using the Solid Foil Plate. This gave me my own custom foil paper that PERFECTLY matched the rest of the foiling on the card. LOVE that so much!
Finally, I added a few Sparkling Champagne Pearls for the final touch of sparkle and shine!
I just love how the foiling on this card all works together - from the foil on the washi tape, to the foiled frames, to the custom foil on the bow, ending with the perfectly coordinating pearls!
Next up - the new Rainbow Floral washi tape is hands down one of my FAVORITES from this release! I know this one will be super popular, so if you like it, I suggest grabbing it soon!
For this card, I used all the loose elements on the washi tape - saving the wreath for another card. I decided to layer the florals in rainbow order along the bottom of my frame.
For my frame, I hot foiled one of the Nested Hexagons with Champagne hot foil, and die cut with the coordinating die. I added a stamped sentiment using Floral Notes slimline stamp set and Detail Black ink. This is one of my favorite birthday sentiments - so dainty, and that font is so pretty!
For the background on this card, I used Daisy Chain coverplate, die cut from white cardstock, and layered over a white cardbase for a tone on tone look. I love texture like this that still preserves white space!
I layered the frame over the top with foam adhesive, and then tucked and adhered my florals around it. I curled up the edges of each one slightly, then adhered with liquid glue for some faux dimension without additional foam adhesive.
In my stash, I've had some of the Small Butterflies that I hot foiled on heat resistant acetate a while back. They have been just sitting there, waiting to be used - and this card felt perfect to tuck a few on! I added 3 on this card - they are fairly subtle, but I love what they add! By tucking them under things, I was able to use liquid adhesive to adhere them, but since it is hiding under other elements, you don't see the adhesive. :)
Finally, a few Metallic Gold Pearls finish this card off! Sigh...rainbows, florals, gold...what's not to love?!?
And now another favorite of mine from this release! This is so unique and different from so many Pinkfresh designs - and I love it!
The soft texture and colors on the Hibiscus washi are just lovely, and there are so many fun elements to build your own custom cards with.
For this card, I die cut a window from white cardstock using the Nested Hexagons dies - while they work perfectly with the hot foil plates, they are so versatile that you can use them alone as well! I added some texture to the panel underneath by dry embossing the Daisy Chain die.
I layered and arranged my florals around the frame, using foam adhesive for the parts in the center of the frame, and liquid glue for the additional elements tucked around.
Sentiment is from the new Rainbow Sentiments Ephemera Diecuts - another super fun and versatile item for quick and easy cardmaking! LOVE these! Finished off with a few Lavender jewels tucked around the frame to coordinate with the flowers and add a touch of sparkle.
And now - moving on to a couple cards using the Fuchsias washi - and some negative foiling from last week's YouTube live sneak peek (that I will be sharing for the Instagram hop tomorrow!).
Again, this set of washi tape has beautiful gold foiling accents - and is SOOO gorgeous!
I wanted some texture for this background as well, so I die cut the Geo Tiles die from white cardstock to layer over a white cardbase. I had used several of the Nested Diamonds hot foil shapes for my YouTube Live card last week - and since I hot foiled them with my Solid Foil plate, I had to put them to good use! I used the largest one for this card, popped up with foam adhesive on that background.
Over this, I layered the Fuchsias washi, applied to white cardstock, and die cut with the coordinating dies. I used most of the smaller elements for this card, adhered with liquid glue after curling up the edges slightly for dimension.
I also tucked a few more of those Small Butterflies hot foiled on Acetate as with the rainbow card - tucking them in the florals or under the sentiment to hide the liquid adhesive.
Sentiment is another one from the Rainbow Sentiments Ephemera - popped up with foam adhesive. A few Glacier jewels are the final finishing touch on this card!
And...because I just couldn't bring myself to waste the outer frame leftover after foiling my negatives with the Solid Foil plate, I used that for this next card - featuring lots of that beautiful Blush Gold foil!
Since I die cut the other frames out of it, I also had a perfect window. I used a panel die cut with Sparkling Diamonds coverplate to back that panel, and popped the frame up with foam adhesive on that.
I added the large cluster of Fuchsia washi over the frame, tucking the end under the frame, and adhering with liquid adhesive.
I added another of the Rainbow Sentiments Ephemera over the top of that, popped up with more foam adhesive.
Then since it felt like it needed something more, I added a Stitched Scallop Rectangle die cut from white cardstock.
Finally, a few Glacier Jewels adhered on the corners of the scallop frame finish this card off!
Fuchsias are such gorgeous flowers - and I love that this washi tape does them justice - and all the gold accents just add to their beauty!
GIVEAWAY INFO:
Make sure and leave a comment before you leave for a chance to win one of 10 $25 gift certificate to Pinkfresh Studio chosen from comments left across the hop! All winners will be chosen and posted on the Pinkfresh Blog on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 - so make sure and check back to see if you were a winner! Winners must check that page and claim their prize within 2 weeks.
Here is the entire blog hop line-up so you don't miss a single stop - and product links are below - including affiliate links where possible, which simply means if you use one of the links below that I receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!!!
Wow, everything is just stunning!
ReplyDeleteAmazing Heather!! Loved every, single one of your cards!
ReplyDeleteYour cards are gorgeous! I'm in love with the new washi and those nested dies are a HAVE TO HAVE!!!!
ReplyDeleteOMGoodness! Such an array of beautiful creations! I thought each one was my favorite, until I saw the next! STUNNING!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful samples that showcase the products well. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteTFS your lovely inspirational projects!
ReplyDeleteIt is going to be hard to choose which sets I want. Your examples want me to buy them all.
ReplyDeleteHeather! Your cards are amazing! Wonderful ideas and inspiration for us. I just ordered all the washi tapes - can't wait to play!
ReplyDeleteI love the washi tape bundles. And then combine them with the hot foil plates...killer combination.
ReplyDeleteWow - those nested hot foil plates are so great! Lovely cards to showcase them!
ReplyDeleteI love this release and I love how you used the negative of the diamond foiling. Best release ever!
ReplyDeleteThis release is the greatest, can’t decide on which set I want to start with.
ReplyDeleteOh my!! I'm loving those nested hot foil shapes.
ReplyDeleteHeather your cards are stunning as always. I love all the details!
ReplyDeleteAll are stunning! I LOVE how you used the florals to frame your sentiments!!!
ReplyDeleteAlways love your designs Heather and these are no exception. Beautiful
ReplyDeleteHi, Heather - SO MANY cards to love! Holy smokes! I can't even remember all my thoughts / comments. I will sum up by saying that I love the one with the Rainbow Floral tape where you used the "loose" (non-wreath) items and I adore the last one. However, all your cards are knockouts. You're super talented!! Congrats on a terrific release!
ReplyDeleteLori S in PA
Wow! SO, so much to look at, be inspired by, and LOVE!!!
ReplyDeleteSo creative. I am enjoying seeing the different looks from all the creative minds of the designers. Thankyou.
ReplyDeleteLOVE how you have used these new products in your beautiful cards - you are an amazing designer - thanks for the eye candy
ReplyDeleteLove your happy birthday card!! so very beautiful!! You have made many beautiful cards, thank you for the inspiration!!
ReplyDeleteSo many STUNNING cards! Your inspiration is wonderful, I can't wait to get my hands on this new release!
ReplyDeleteSo many beautiful, beautiful, beautiful cards Heather. I especially love the card made using the rainbow washi tape. Love!
ReplyDeleteLove all the new products but I am especially in awe of the hot foil frames and the beautifl purple hibiscus florals. Love your combination of them.
ReplyDeleteI so love this realese - all of them - I can't decide which one to order first!
ReplyDeletethat bow! omg how?? I love everything you did with these tools
ReplyDeleteSuch fantastic cards! I really love the gold foil on the Grapefruit cardstock! And the design with the solid foil of the diamond frame is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful cards you have made!
ReplyDeleteWow! Jus WOW!
ReplyDeleteI love how you used the frames!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love all of them you always make such beautiful cards!!!
ReplyDeleteAll of your cards are simply gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards and
ReplyDeleteI love the Hibiscus
Washi tape!
Carla from Arizona
incredible cards!!!
ReplyDeletewow so many beautiful cards! what an amazing release.
ReplyDeleteFantastic collection of cards.
ReplyDeleteThe gold foil adds a touch of
elegance. thanks for sharing
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Beautiful cards! I love the nesting hexagons!
ReplyDeleteAll your cards are stunning Heather! I am really loving the nesting hot foil plates and dies!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful creations! Love this great release.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing.
Gorgeous, really lovely! Amazing cards! I love how you framed your cards and the awesome layouts!
ReplyDeletesuch beautiful cards.... love them all!
ReplyDeleteLove all your cards! My favorite set is the rainbow washi, it is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI think I'm sold on the washi now. It's SO pretty!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous cards! I love the layering and floral designs!
ReplyDeleteHeather, your cards are always amazing! I love the backgrounds and how you showcased those great florals. The hot foiled hexagons make the cards look so elegant.
ReplyDeleteWow! You've been busy. I love your cards. The new release from Pinkfresh is amazing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your beautiful cards and great ideas.
ReplyDeleteLove how you used the hot foil frames on your cards. Loved the cover plate dies. Your cards are beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are absolutely gorgeous! I love the peach and gold foiled hexagon on the first card!
ReplyDeleteYour cards always seem to highlight the best of each product that you demonstrate! Thank you for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteYour gorgeous floral cards just make me smile! Such a breath of fresh air when winter is still hanging around where I live! I NEED those new foiling plates--so versatile!
ReplyDeleteAll these cards are beautiful. Great colors, embossing and foiling on these cards. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo many gorgeous cards--the one with the vellum bow blew me away! Then I saw the rest and am bowled over! Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty. I like the hexagons and diamonds.
ReplyDeleteAll the cards are so beautiful! Thanks for the amazing inspiration!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful cards!!
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