Floral Felt Wallet

Hi there, folks! I just wanted to pop in today to share a little felt wallet I put together recently. I had some down time on a trip a few weeks back, so I planned ahead and took this little wallet along with me.

I've been wanting a small purse to take with me to the gym. Something just big enough to hold my license and a little cash or my debit card for those post-workout trips to the grocery. It's inconvenient to take my large handbag, but I thought the original Coin Purse Die would be the perfect size.

I cut the body of the purse from Smokey Shadow felt. I decided to decorate the purse with the Stitched Folk Flower die using Vintage Cream, Harvest Gold, Aqua Mist, and Tropical Teal felt. The leaves are Simply Chartreuse and Spring Moss.

I decided to add a felt loop that was big enough to accommodate my key ring, so I could hang them together on the same hook in the locker room. I simply stitched it between the layers of the purse body. Easy!

I chose to position the zipper on the back of the purse rather than along the top edge. I just like the way it lays. I used a contrasting stitch around the zipper for an extra little detail.  It's cute, sweet, and just the right size.

Thanks so much for joining me today. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

Recipe:
Felt: Smokey Shadow, Vintage Cream, Harvest Gold, Aqua Mist, Tropical Teal, Simply Chartreuse, Spring Moss. - Papertrey Ink
Dies: Coin Purse Die, Stitched Folk Flower Die - Papertrey Ink
Other: Embroidery Floss - DMC; Zipper

Release In Review

Well, here we are friends. Today is the wrap up for Papertrey Ink's April countdown. The new products will all be available tonight at 10pm EDT, so it won't be long now. I have a handful of additional projects to share, so let's get to it!

First up is Friendship Jar Flowers and Bold & Beautiful.

I used the rock 'n roll technique on most of the floral elements to add dimension. I added the pint jar in Spring Rain and the sentiment in Blueberry Sky before threading a twine bow through the panel.

I attached that, using foam tape, to a Spring Rain card base that I'd already embellished with Chicken Scratch Gingham paper. I used one of the small border bits from the Cover Plate: Delightful to add a petite row of scallops. As a final touch, I rounded the bottom corners to soften things up a bit.

Next, we have Splits: Get Well Soon.

I began by stamping the halves of the splits image. I spaced them a little farther apart though because I knew I wanted to add in the die cut clouds. Next, I masked off the large elements on either side (the sun and the lightning bolt) and I sponged on Spring Rain (top) and Stormy Sea (bottom) inks.

I removed the masks and stamped the sun detail and colored the lightning bolt. I matted the edge with True Black and, with foam tape, mounted that whole piece to a white card base that I'd embellished with a strip of Bright Buttercup paper. I glittered the lightning bolt and layered on the aforementioned clouds before adding a Sketched Shapes sentiment banner.

How about a little teacher gift featuring What The Doodle: Apple?

I began by creating a mini tote bag using the Fry Box Die. Do do this, just cut the two pieces as you normally would and then cut ovals (or some other "handle" shape) from each piece. I used a copy paper template to get them in the same spot. Then decorate and assemble as normal. I stamped the pieces with Polka Dot Basics III using the matching Aqua Mist ink.

I added the label using the Treat Box Tags Die and Treat Box Tag Lines with a Sentiment from What The Doodle: Apple. Next, I stamped the custom tissue paper. I just randomly stamped the smaller images in the set with Pure Poppy, Aqua Mist, and Green Parakeet inks.

I finished off the ensemble with a mini bag pick. I began by heat embossing the large apple on a Pure Poppy die cut. I attached that onto a Green Parakeet polka dot die cut using foam tape and then wedged a lollipop stick between the layers. I stamped the sentiment onto a small banner and then added that to the apple with foam tape too. It's the perfect size for a small gift, sweet treat, or gift card.

Next, let's take a peek at Super Succulents.

I created a little indoor scene by creating a shelf from one of the border pieces from the Cover Plate: Delightful Die. I layered two Fine Linen pieces together to give a bit of weight without bulk. I sponged on a subtle background and stamped the planters and sentiment before attaching my shelf.

I added a die cut plant hanger before mounting the panel to a Terra Cotta Tile card front that I'd stamped with the mother-of-pearl-styled images using the matching ink. I love these little plants and I can't wait to use them again in the future.

The patterned paper actually ended up being a perfect match for the Paper Clippings: Thank You set. This card would be ideal for thanking someone who checked on your plants while you were on vacation.

The card came together super quickly. I stamped the large sentiment onto the patterned paper using Smokey Shadow ink. I trimmed it down a little before using foam tape to mount it to a white card base that I'd already covered with another of the Super Succulents papers.

I heat embossed the small companion sentiment onto a tiny banner and used foam tape to attach it to the card front. I embellished with a few enamel dots and a matching embroidery floss bow.

Last but not least, I have a tag featuring the Dress Up Dolls: School Days set.

I wanted to keep this tag fairly simple, so I just used the accessory images and sentiments rather than one of the little people. I heat embossed part of my sentiment onto Pure Poppy patterned paper before adhering it to a white cardstock tag (just to give it stability). I added the frame before attaching the rest of the sentiment, heat embossed onto a banner.

I colored the die cut backpack and apple with colored pencils and added them with flat and foam adhesives. To finish, I threaded some Aqua Mist Saddle Stitch ribbon through the hole and tied on a Limeade Ice button with a bit of waxed white cord.

Thank you so much for joining me this week! Make sure to check in with Nichole, Amy, Ashley, Betsy, Danielle, Dawn, Heather, Kay, Laurie, and Melissa to see more of this month's release. There were so many things I wanted to share with you this week that I simply couldn't get to, so don't be surprised if you see another post from me again before long. Happy shopping!

Recipes:

Note Of Thanks Bouquet Card

Stamps: Friendship Jar Flowers, Bold & Beautiful, Just The Jar: Pint - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: Pure Poppy, Fresh Snow Linen, Chicken Scratch Gingham Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink

Ink: Mint Julep, Vintage Jadeite, Berry Sorbet, Pure Poppy, Harvest Gold, Summer Sunrise, Spring Rain, Blueberry Sky - Papertrey Ink

Other: Cover Plate: Delightful Die, Rustic Jute Button Twine - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch

Get Well Soon Card

Stamps: Splits: Get Well Soon - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: True Black, Bright Buttercup + White Patterned Paper, Spring Rain - Papertrey Ink; white

Ink: Spring Rain, Bright Buttercup, True Black, Stormy Sea - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukineko

Other: Blue Skies Die, Sketched Shapes Die, Coaster - Papertrey Ink; Clean Color Marker - Zig; Foam Tape - Scotch; Crystal Fine Glitter - Martha Stewart Crafts; Copic; White Embossing Powder - Filigree

Thanks Teacher Tote Ensemble

Stamps: What The Doodle: Apple, Polka Dot Basics III, Treat Box Tag Lines - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: Aqua Mist, Pure Poppy, Green Parakeet + White Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink; white

Ink: Pure Poppy, Green Parakeet, Aqua Mist - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukineko

Other: Fry Box Die, Treat Box Tag Die, What The Doodle: Apple Die, Limitless Layers: 2 1/4” Oval Die Collection, Tag Sale #10 - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch; White Embossing Powder - Filigree; White Tissue Paper; Lollipop Stick - Wilton

Happy Housewarming Card

Stamps: Super Succulents - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: Fine Linen, Terra Cotta Tile - Papertrey Ink; white

Ink: Terra Cotta Tile, Ocean Tides, Aqua Mist, Smokey Shadow, Simply Chartreuse, Limeade Ice, Mint Julep, Vintage Jadeite - Papertrey Ink

Other: Super Succulents Die, Cover Plate: Delightful Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch

Potted Plant Thank You

Stamps: Paper Clippings: Thank You - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: Super Succulents Patterned Paper, Simply Chartreuse - Papertrey Ink; white

Ink: Smokey Shadow - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukinkeo

Other: Tag Sale #10 Die - Papertrey Ink; Embroidery Floss - DMC; White Embossing Powder - Filigree; Foam Tape - Scotch; Enamel Dots - Studio Calico

Thank You Teacher Tag

Stamps: Dress Up Dolls: School Days - Papertrey Ink

Cardstock: Simply Chartreuse, Pure Poppy Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink; white

Ink: True Black - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukineko

Other: Dress Up Dolls: School Days Die, Tag Sale #10 Die, Aqua Mist Saddle Stitch Ribbon, Limeade Ice Button - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch; Waxed Twine - May Arts

The Hoopla Stitching Collection & More

Good morning and welcome to Day 5 of the Papertrey Ink April countdown. It's all about the stitching projects today! This new batch of stitching dies is truly going to knock your socks off! Erin has thought of everything to make stitched home decor a snap. Embroidered hoops are some of my favorite gifts to give, so I know these dies will be in heavy rotation around here. Let's get on to my project!

Isn't this the cutest thing?! I used a 6" hoop and some white linen as the foundation for my design.

I used the largest of the previously released Stitched Circles as a base and then used the new Hoopla: Stitched Circle Bases to add "grass" to my little scene.

I thought it would be fun to work with the Hoopla: Stitched Banners dies. I used the Tiny Stitched Alphabet to add lettering to the individual pennants. Then I stitched them to the hoop with light gray thread.

I added Pure Poppy scallops to the entire outer edge using the new Hoopla: Stitched Scallop Dies. I added a Pure Poppy Twill bow at the top of the hoop for an extra detail.

I incorporated a bouncing red rubber ball, mostly because it just felt playful, using a Pure Poppy button and some metallic thread. I just free-handed the bounce.

I finished my sentiment with the previously released Sew Stylish Alphabet 1 Die. I love how much versatility is built in to every single stitching die Erin has designed. They all work together so seamlessly (don't mind the pun).

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I'll be back tomorrow with a handful of additional projects featuring this month's releases. See you then!

Recipe:
Oh Happy Day Hoop
Felt: Pure Poppy, Aqua Mist, Simply Chartreuse, Vintage Cream - Papertrey Ink
Dies: Stitched Circles Die, Hoopla: Stitched Circle Bases Die, Hoopla: Stitched Banners Die, Hoopla: Stitched Scallop Die, Tiny Stitched Alphabet Die, Sew Stylish Alphabet 1 Die - Papertrey Ink
Other: Pure Poppy Button, Pure Poppy Twill Ribbon - Papertrey Ink; Embroidery Floss - DMC; white linen

Color Pop Butterflies

I'm still under the weather, so I'm going to keep the chatting at a minimum, but please feel free to leave questions and I'll get back to them as soon as possible.

Good morning, Friends! Welcome back for Day 4 of the Papertrey Ink countdown. Today we're showcasing Betsy's new Color Pop Butterflies kit and you're going to fall head over heels!

Butterflies are such a lovely symbol of hope and happiness and I couldn't be more thrilled to see them featured in this amazing new kit. The stencils and stamp set make it so easy to create bright, colorful butterflies in no time at all.

I started with the Don't Lose Faith card. I started by sponging and die cutting the three butterflies. I stamped them with the detail images included in the mini set in the kit and gently folded their wings upward for a bit of dimension.

Next, I sponged the card base with Aqua Mist and flicked on varying concentrations of reinker. I attached a frame from Erin's new Cover Plate: Delightful and added the sentiment from Inspired: Faith. I used flat and foam adhesives to adhere the butterflies and then sprinkled in a handful of rhinestones.

The second card uses the stencils to create a multicolor background.

I stenciled the different layers onto a white panel before adding the stamped details. I cut the panel with the Sentiment Splits: Curve Horizontal Die and layered the pieces over one of the patterned papers in the Color Pop kit, matching up the pattern. I left the patterned paper unstamped to give a bold contrast to the colorful panels.

Next, I sponged and die cut the sentiment. I also heat embossed the small companion sentiment and die cut that with the small banner in the kit. To finish the card, I simply attached those elements over the gap.

Next up, I have another King Of The Grill project to share.

Let's start with the invitation.

I started by stamping an A2 Green Parakeet panel with Background Basics: Super Gingham in the matching ink. I created the pocket with the Monthly Moments: Journal Pocket 2 die and stamped it with the King Of The Grill burger.

I assembled it and adhered it to the Green Parakeet panel. I stamped the By Invitation text onto a piece of Rustic White and embellished with a piece of patterned paper and a hole reinforcer. I tied on some baker's twine and tucked it into the pocket.

It wouldn't be a party without favors, so I also created a treat box using the new Fry Box die.

I created the box using Pure Poppy + White patterned paper. I stamped the Boxed Background Stripes on the inside for an extra pop of color and embellished with a Treat Box Tag Lines label. I tucked a sweet treat into the box that's sure to make any party goer smile.

Thank you so much for joining me today! Make sure to check in with Nichole, Amy, Ashley, Betsy, Danielle, Dawn, Heather, Kay, Laurie, and Melissa to see more of these fun new products. Erin and Maile also have more to share with you, so be sure to pop over and check them out, too. See you soon!

Recipes:
Don't Lose Faith Card
Stamps: Color Pop Butterflies Kit, Inspired: Faith - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: white
Ink: Aqua Mist, Tropical Teal, Lemon Tart, Harvest Gold, Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, Winter Wisteria, Amethyst Allure, Plum Pudding - Papertrey Ink
Other: Color Pop Butterflies Die, Inspired: Faith Die, Cover Plate: Delightful Die - Papertrey Ink; Rhinestones - Kaisercraft/Mark Richards; Foam Tape - Scotch

You Make Me So Happy Card
Stamps: Color Pop Butterflies Kit - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Smokey Shadow, Aqua Mist, Harvest Gold, Color Pop Florals Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink
Ink: Aqua Mist, Hawaiian Shores, Tropical Teal, Harvest Gold, Summer Sunrise, Hibiscus Burst, Raspberry Fizz, Green Parakeet, New Leaf, Smokey Shadow - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukineko
Other: Color Pop Butterflies Die, Sentiment Splits: Curve Horizontal Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch

Barbecue Ensemble
Stamps: King Of The Grill, Boxed Background Stripes, Treat Box Tag Lines, By Invitation, Background Basics: Super Gingham - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Green Parakeet, Rustic White, Pure Poppy + White Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink; white
Ink: Harvest Gold, Smokey Shadow, Pure Poppy, Green Parakeet, New Leaf, Fine Linen, Classic Kraft, Autumn Rose, Amethyst Allure, Summer Sunrise, Dark Chocolate - Papertrey Ink
Other: Fry Box Die, Treat Box Tag Die, King Of The Grill Die, Monthly Moments: Journal Pocket 2 Die, Tag Sale #3 Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch; Lemon, Green Apple Baker's Twine - Divine Twine

Fathers, Food Fun, and More

Good morning, Friends! Welcome back to Day 3 of the Papertrey Ink countdown! We're featuring some great new products for the men in our lives today. Masculine projects can be a challenge, but we're making them easy and fun with today's line-up! You're going to love how simple it is to create projects for the fellas in your life!

One quick note before we get started: I'm battling a major cold and all I want to do is climb back into bed, so please forgive my brevity. If you have any questions about today's projects just leave them in the comments and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

First up I have a Father's Day ensemble featuring King Of The Grill and the new Fry Box Die.

I've put together a video to introduce you to the Fry Box Die. It's fairly simple, but sometimes a video can really clear up any questions you might have.

I started with the card.

I stamped my burger insides onto a panel of Rustic White cardstock. The "lettuce" image does double duty as bacon for those of you that want to build bacon cheeseburgers. The banner was stamped and adhered into place and the buns were added with foam tape.

I added a narrow strip of Harvest Gold cardstock before mounting the whole panel to a Terra Cotta Tile striped card front with foam tape.

The coordinating fry box came next.

I began by die cutting the box from Simply Chartreuse cardstock. I heat embossed the Treat Box Tag Lines label shape on the front before assembling the box. The die cut letters were added to the front of the box with foam tape.

I wanted to line my box for an extra pop of color, so I die cut another box shape from Rustic White. I trimmed off the sides and bottom and stamped it with the Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes image. Then I added the narrower Terra Cotta Tile stripes with Background Basics: Super Stripes. Then, I simply adhered it into place with flat adhesive.

Next up I have another Father's Day ensemble - this one featuring the new Popcorn Bucket and the Snack Cup Box & Wrap.

I have another video introducing you to the Popcorn Bucket Die. Again, nothing earth-shattering, but it might help answer someone's questions.




I began with the Popcorn Bucket on this ensemble.

I die cut four panels with the new Popcorn Bucket Die. I stamped each one with the Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes image using Pure Poppy ink. I used a stamp press and a piece of fun foam to make sure that I was getting the best impression possible.

I assembled the box and embellished it with a Treat Box Tag Lines label. The sentiments on the label are from the Treat Box Tag Lines mini set, the stars are from the Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes set. Then, I just filled it with popcorn. Easy!

Next came the seasoning wrap.

I began by die cutting the and stamping the Snack Cup Box. I assembled it and embellished the top with a Treat Box Tag Lines label that I'd stamped with the Keep It Simple: Just For You sentiment. I used an embellished round paper clip to keep my Snack Cup Box closed.

Next, I die cut the Snack Cup Wraps from Hawaiian Shores patterned paper and adhered them to the seasoning ramekins. I stamped the tops with the types of seasoning before adhering them into place on the lids.

The ramekins fit right inside the Snack Cup Box nestled into little dividers.

The last part of this ensemble is the Father's Day card.

I began by sponging Hawaiian Shores ink onto a white card base. Then I created a pocket on the card by trimming down a Popcorn Bucket panel and adhering it to the card base with foam tape.

I filled it with "popcorn" made from clouds that I sponged with Harvest Gold ink.

I added a glittered Shaped Sayings: Father's Day shape to the front of the popcorn box.

Thank you so much for joining me today! I'll be back again tomorrow with more of this month's release. In the meantime, make sure to check in with Nichole,Amy, Ashley, Betsy, Danielle, Dawn, Heather, Kay, Laurie, and Melissa to see more of these fun new products. Erin and Maile also have more to share with you, so be sure to pop over and check them out, too. See you soon!


Recipes:
Father's Day Burger Ensemble
Stamps: King Of The Grill, Treat Box Tag Lines, Canned - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Rustic White, Simply Chartreuse, Harvest Gold, Terra Cotta Tile Patterned Paper - Papertrey Ink
Ink: Harvest Gold, Simply Chartreuse, Terra Cotta Tile, Dark Chocolate, Pure Poppy, Summer Sunrise, Ripe Avocado, Fine Linen, Classic Kraft - Papertrey Ink; VersaMark - Tsukineko
Other: Fry Box Die, King Of The Grill Die, Sketched Shapes Die, Smooth Alphabet Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch; Embossing Powder - Filigree

Father's Day Popcorn Ensemble
Stamps: Treat Box Tag Lines, Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes, Antique Alphabet - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Hawaiian Shores Patterned Paper, Smokey Shadow - Papertrey Ink; white
Ink: Hawaiian Shores, Smokey Shadow, Harvest Gold, Pure Poppy - Papertrey Ink
Other: Shaped Sayings: Father's Day Die, Popcorn Bucket Die, Snack Cup Box Die, Snack Cup Wrap Die, Harvest Gold Saddle Stitched Ribbon - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch; Onyx Glitter - Martha Stewart Crafts; Paper Clip

Introducing Treat Box Tag Lines, Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes, & More King Of The Grill

Good morning, friends! Welcome back to the Papertrey Ink April countdown! I'm so glad to hear that you're all as excited about King Of The Grill as I am. It's super fun to build custom burgers with this set and I have more to share with you today. I also thought today would be a perfect time to introduce a couple of additional sets coming your way this month. Let's get to it, shall we?

First off, I'd like to present Treat Box Tag Lines and Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes! These two sets are designed to compliment the treat packaging dies that you'll see later this week, but they're also wonderful for dressing up the boxes and bags you may already have in your collection.

I wanted to use these new sets with my Gable Box Die to kick things off. The stripes are the perfect length and width to fit on the face of the box! With just a few simple impressions you have a charming striped package. I began by tracing around a die (just so I knew where to position my stripes) and stamping Mint Julep stripes onto the coordinating cardstock. I used the whole image for the front and back, but only the two center stripes for the sides. Then, I simply die cut the pieces and assembled as normal.

Next, I die cut the Treat Box Tag Lines label shape and stamped it with the coordinating frame image using Summer Sunrise ink. I added the sentiments, also from Treat Box Tag Lines, using Berry Sorbet and Stormy Sea ink. Then, I die cut and stamped the Bitty Bouquet using New Leaf, Harvest Gold, Summer Sunrise, and Berry Sorbet inks. I attached the label shape and bouquet to the front of my striped box using foam tape. So cute!

Next up I have another look at King Of The Grill to share with you.

Some of the longer sentiments in this set can be paired with other sentiment elements to create super thick and juicy burgers or they can be split out on their own to look more like condiments. The "Congratulations" sentiment is the perfect example. In this case it's representing a tomato slice. Isn't it fun what simple color substitutions can do for us?

Anyway, I began by stamping the Hello Sunshine rays, inked in Lemon Tart and Harvest Gold, onto a white panel. I built my burger in the space below, adding the die cut buns and olive with foam tape. Most of the colors are fairly self-explanatory, but I wanted to mention that I got the onion color by inking first in Autumn Rose and then tapping in Amethyst Allure ink. I mounted the white panel with foam tape to a card front that I'd covered with patterned paper from the Comic Strip Patterned Paper Collection. Well done? I think so.

Thank you so much for joining me today! Make sure to check in with Nichole, Amy, Betsy, Heather, Melissa, Erin, and Maile for more inspiration. I'll see you again soon!

Recipes:
Enjoy Bouquet Treat Box
Stamps: Treat Box Tag Lines, Boxed Backgrounds: Stripes, Bitty Bouquets - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Mint Julep - Papertrey Ink
Ink: Mint Julep, Summer Sunrise, Berry Sorbet, New Leaf, Harvest Gold, Stormy Sea - Papertrey Ink
Other: Treat Box Tag Lines Label Die, Gable Box Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch

Well Done Burger Card
Stamps: King Of The Grill, Hello Sunshine - Papertrey Ink
Cardstock: Comic Strip Patterned Paper Collection, Papertrey Ink; white
Ink: Lemon Tart, Harvest Gold, Pure Poppy, Green Parakeet, Autumn Rose, Amethyst Allure, Simply Chartreuse, Ripe Avocado, Fine Linen, Classic Kraft, Dark Chocolate - Papertrey Ink
Other: King Of The Grill Die - Papertrey Ink; Foam Tape - Scotch