Welcome back to another edition of Takin’ It Up Tuesday! Today, I’m thrilled to share a project that shows how easy it is be to be taking our crafting up a notch. If you joined me yesterday, you saw not one but two simple stamping cards. Today, we’re building on that very same foundation layout and elevating our designs using the fabulous Spotlight on Nature bundle.
Starting Simple
I started off with the same basic but solid foundation:
- Basic Black card base – who doesn’t love a classic look
- Very Vanilla partner – the perfect companion for a sophisticated look
Adding Some Texture
To give the card some extra flair, I ran the first Very Vanilla layer through my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine with the Dotted Circles 3D Embossing Folder. By the way, have you seen the size of this folder? It’s 6″ x 8 1/2″ – perfect for bigger projects! For this card, I did an offset on the center, making it more interesting. To do this I simply lined my cardstock to one side of the folder just catching the circle center to one side instead of placing it directly in the center.
Spotlight on Nature Dies – The Fun Part
This is where things get really cool! The Spotlight on Nature dies are fantastic. There are 12 dies in this set with 3 designs around the edges of the circles. Each has 4 sizes so lots of opportunity to mix and match your layers each creating a different look. For this card I chose:
- Basic Black layer: I picked the die with those radiating lines for a bold look.
- Very Vanilla layer: The die with the open dashes and dots edge adds a nice elegant touch.
Stamping for Effect
On the Very Vanilla circle, I stamped the leaf image in black, then shifted it slightly and stamped again without re-inking to create a shadow effect. This adds depth without much effort.
I attached the stamped Very Vanilla circle to the Basic Black circle with dimensionals and positioned it in the offset center over the embossed layer. Then I trimmed the edge to create that cool partial circle effect. I used the Dotted Circles in the embossed piece to guide the lineup.
Adding the Finishing Touches
- “Thank You” Greeting: Popped up with dimensionals for a bit of lift.
- Butterfly: Stamped in Memento Ink, colored with Petunia Pop Stampin’ Blends, fussy cut, and added with double-stacked dimensionals for extra height. She is the star of the show so let’s show her off.
- Bow: Instead of a knot, I made a bow with checked ribbon for a more sophisticated look.
- Shimmer Gems: These little gems add just the right amount of sparkle to finish off the card.
Conclusion
And that’s it! A card that’s perfect for Takin’ It Up Tuesday. By taking the same elements of a simple card, adding some layers of embossing and die cuts, we’ve made a card that’s sure to impress without being too complicated.
I hope this inspires you to take your cardmaking to the next level in a fun and casual way. Keep crafting and share your amazing projects!
To transform my Makin’ It Monday simple Spotlight on Nature card into a true WOW masterpiece, I incorporated some of the Spotlight on Nature dies for added depth, taking it to the next level.
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts and answer any questions you may have about this Country Birdhouse stepped up card. Feel free to leave your comments at the end of this post.
PS: Have you subscribed to my newsletter? Thank you if you have and if not use the button at the top of the sidebar so you can enjoy further stamping inspiration from Stampers Club.
Want to make your own Spotlight on Nature card
I have put together a complete list of all the products I used.
Anything you’d like to order, just add to your shopping cart, or you can even select all. Make sure to save this post so you can easily come back to it when you are ready to make more cards.
If you are in the United States and wish to order you stamping supplies from my online store and have the products shipped right to your door CLICK HERE. Don’t forget to add the HOST CODE of month to take advantage of the monthly and other stamping rewards! You can find the HOST CODE in the sidebar.
Prefer me to place your order for you? No worries just call or text me at 586-915-7301. I am happy to do that for you!
Reminder: When you ORDER $150+ DO NOT ADD THE HOST CODE. You will earn Stampin’ Rewards PLUS you will automatically qualify for the Monthly Host Code Special when you place your online order with me.
Pin it……
Don’t want to forget how this was made? Add the image to your favorite Pinterest Board so you can refer back to it!
Thank you for stopping by it means the world to me.
Are you itching to stock up your craft room with all your favorite Stampin’ Up! goodies? Do you dream of being the first to get your hands on brand new products? Well, I’ve got some exciting news for you! If you’re a fan of Stampin’ Up! products and love snagging a discount (who doesn’t?), then the Starter Kit is your golden ticket to crafting bliss!
But wait, there’s more! When you join the Stampin’ Up! family by purchasing the ultimate Stampin’ Up! shopping bundle (a mere $99 for the Starter Kit), you’ll enjoy all the amazing benefits completely risk-free. Yep, you heard that right – it’s a no-brainer!
Now, I know what you’re thinking – “But Karen, I’m not interested in selling.” Hey, no worries! You can still reap the rewards of being a Stampers Club Teammate without the pressure of selling a thing. Just think of it as a community of fellow stampers coming together to share their love of crafting. It’s like having a crafting buddy at your fingertips whenever you need one!
So, whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out on your crafting journey, I welcome all hobby stampers to join my team and become happy shoppers! If you have any questions or just want to chat about all things stamping, feel free to shoot me an email at Karen@StampersClub.com. I’m here to help you every step of the way!
So, what are you waiting for? Get your wish list ready and jump on this ultimate deal before it’s gone! Your craft room – and your wallet – will thank you later.
Contact me today with any question at Karen@StampersClub.com
