Blessed By Cards w/Renae Novak

Petal Park Sympathy

Flowers-Birds-Butterflies-Nature / May 12, 2023

Well folks, another Sympathy card. I guess some weeks are just like that. Luckily the Petal Park set and builder punch is a great choice to lift someone’s spirit. I love these flowers and the punch make it so quick and easy. Click here for tips on how to stamp and punch perfect images every time.

While sending sympathy cards is not my favorite thing, flowers are and of course there are a lot of flower choices in the new 2023-2024 AC (annual catalog). This card could easily be turned into a birthday, anniversary or thinking of you card.

I started with a Highland Heather card base and added a Basic White panel. I then stamped the leave images with Granny Apple Green ink, followed by Memento Black for the matching detailed stamp, directly to the white panel. On a scrap piece of Basic White I lined up my stamps with the punch (click here for video on that) and stamped the flowers in Highland Heather ink and the again the detailed flowers with Memento Black ink. Punch and arrange flowers as desired.

The greeting is from Something Fancy and is stamped in Memento Black. I first tried stamping the leaves in Garden Green and then Old Olive, but they seemed too dark, so I went for the Granny Apple Green.

Happy Stamping!

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Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Back to the Ocean!

Get Well & Sympathy / May 10, 2023

A few weeks ago I posted an ocean scene card from Virginia Beach, click here if you missed that post. Unfortunately we are heading back to the ocean, not for a visit with my mother -in-law this time, but for her funeral. It is hard to believe that only 6 days after returning to St. Louis from a great visit the Lord called her home so quickly. Rest in Peace, mom! So of course I thought it would be appropriate to post an Ocean Sympathy card today.

I began with a Misty Moonlight card base and added a layer of Mossy Meadow. My Basic White CS measures 3¾ x 5 and that is where I did my blending. My ocean/sky was created with Balmy Blue and Misty Moonlight. You can use the Blending Brushes or sponges. I tend to be a sponge girl, but either will work.

The greenery is stamped with Mossy Meadow and Old Olive ink. The sandy beach and the rocks were stamped with Crumb Cake. With Deepest Sympathy is part of the Something Fancy stamp set that was featured last month in the mini and is now in our 2023-2024 annual catalog.

I almost forgot to mention the star of the show, Oceanfront. I do love this set and I love visiting the ocean, but I am sure this trip will be very different from 2 weeks ago. Check out this set, you won’t be disappointed. I hope this card inspires you to create something beautiful.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Hey Chick!

Just Because Cards / May 9, 2023

Happy Tuesday! Today’s cards was created by the design team at Stampin’ Up! I love the bright colors of the Designer Series Paper used on this card. The strips of paper were cut from the Brights Designer Series Paper pack and the Glorious Gingham 6×6 paper pack.

This card features the Hey Chick Bundle, our watercolor pencils and the Loose Daisy embellishments. I love how they used the designer series papers to create a diagonal design. Cut 1/2″ strips from a variety of designer series paper packs and glue them diagonally to a 3¾ x 5 panel of Basic White cardstock.

The chick is stamped in Memento Black ink on a 3 x 3 piece of Basic White CS and colored with our watercolor pencils and a blending pen. Add the greeting and attach this cute chick with some Stampin’ Dimensionals. Step it up a bit with a few Loose Daisy embellishments. Isn’t it amazing how just a little embellishment changes the look of a card. I love it!

Project Supplies and Measurements

Hey Chick Bundle
Glorious Gingham Designer Series Paper Pack-1/2″ strips
Brights Collection Designer Series Paper Pack-1/2″ strips
Loose Daisy Embellishments
Watercolor Pencils
Memento Black Ink
Blender Pens
Stampin’ Seal Adhesive/Liquid Glue
Stampin’ Dimensionals

Have a blessed week. Happy Stamping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Lighting the Way-Make It Monday #108

Make it Monday Videos, Summer Fun / May 8, 2023

Today I am sharing two cards that I created using the Lighting the Way stamp set and dies. This set was featured in the previous mini catalog and can be found on page 24 in the new 2023-2024 annual catalog. These fun fireflies will surely brighten your day and for sure make you think of a starry summer night.

I used Blending Brushes and sponge daubers to create a soft summers night background. Misty Moonlight, a returning color, is the star of the show for my first card. Download the free project sheet below for more details on measurements and supplies.

Lighting The Way

Make It monday #108 project sheet

A Closer Look

I hope you enjoyed this video! This stamp set and die collections offers a variety of ways to create fun summertime cards.

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Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Jesus Is The Way!-Sunday Wisdom

Sunday Wisdom / May 7, 2023

Do you know the Father? Jesus tells us that no matter how far we stray there will always be a place prepare for us in Heaven. All we have to do is invite Jesus into our hearts and that includes the daily joys and sorrow of living on this side of heaven. Heaven is truly a mystery and while we might have an idea of what it will be like, we really don’t know. And so we walk by faith and not by sight. What we do know is that Jesus is the way to the Father and the Father dwells in heaven.

So how do we get to know Jesus better? I choose daily prayer. It allows me to invite Jesus in and allow Him to take control of my life so when disappointments and sorrow come, I will not be shaken. Perhaps you like to pray daily as well. Perhaps you enjoy reading daily scripture and perhaps you give of yourself totally in service to others.

As long as you remain close to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, you will find the grace and comfort you need. Yes, heaven is real and yes, there is a place for all of us in the Lord’s kingdom. So go ahead, invite him in, and spend some quiet time listening for his voice. I know you will not be disappointed.

Lord Jesus you are the way to the truth. Let our hearts be set on fire with your love. Help us to keep our eyes fixed on you.

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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An Alphabest “HI”

2 Comments / Easter-Spring, Just Because Cards / May 3, 2023

Here is a fun card using the Alphabest stamp set pictured on page 166 in the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog. The coordinating Best Label Punch was used to add a little dimension to this project. This card works best as a square card and you can change up the colors to reflect your favorite palette.

The base of this card was created by dry embossing the card front using the Strips and Splatter Embossing Folder. Once you decide how big you want the card base to be, cut a Basic White pane 1/4-1/2″ smaller depending on how big of a border you want. My square envelopes measure 5¾ x 5¾, so my card base measures 5½ x 5½ and my white panel is 5 x 5.

Stamp in desired colors and punch with the Best Label punch. My card is stamped with Garden Green, Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral and Soft Sea Foam. The border for “Hi” is stamped with Memento Black ink. You can use rhinestones, sequins, pearls or whatever bling you have on hand to create a fun look on your card.

I hope this card inspires you to think outside the box and still create something beautiful. Happy Stamping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Introducing The 2023-2024 Annual Catalog!

Sales and Announcements / May 2, 2023

Yahoo! It is finally here, the new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog. There are so many fabulous new bundles, embossing folders and Designer Series Paper packs now available. Enjoy looking at all the amazing card ideas. This catalog is good through April of 2024.

Don’t forget to check out the new Color Refresh on page 122-123, as Stampin’ Up! is bringing back some of our past favorite In-Colors, Lemon Lime Twist, Berry Burst, Misty Moonlight, Pretty Peacock, Blueberry Bushel, Lost Lagoon and Fresh Freesia. And if that is not exciting, Azure Afternoon, Pecan Pie, Lemon Lolly and Bubble Bath are brand new and will be joining the regular line. CLICK HERE if you missed that post.

Yesterday in my Make It Monday video I shared three cards using one of the brand new bundles, Seasonal Branches. CLICK HERE if you missed that post.

Don’t Forget About The New Online Exclusives

I hope you enjoy all the new products. Just think if you have a lot of things on your list, maybe you should join my team and get a discount on all your future stamping orders. Just a thought!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Seasonal Branches Bundle-Make It Monday #107

Make it Monday Videos / May 1, 2023

Tomorrow our new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog goes live, and today I am excited to share a brand new bundle, Seasonal Branches. I just love the little bird in this bundle and think it will be a great addition to your stamping supplies. Stop back tomorrow to download the pdf version of our new catalog.

make it monday #107 Project Sheet

I hope you enjoyed today’s video. Have fun looking through the new catalog, there are some amazing new bundles that I am sure you will love. Happy Stamping and Happy Shopping!

Thanks for stopping by!
Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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Colorful Flowers-Favorite Things Friday!

Flowers-Birds-Butterflies-Nature, Thank You / April 28, 2023

Don’t you just love colorful flowers? The only down side is depending on what kind, they don’t last very long. I love tulips and they definitely don’t last long after they are cut. Today’s flowers will not fade. I used the Color and Contour stamp set and some of our famous watercolor pencils. To create the blended color look on the flowers, I used a blender pen.

I started with a Basic White card base and added a layer of Pacific Point (2 ¾ x 4 ¼). The flowers are stamped on scrap white, colored and cropped with coordinating dies. The greeting is from Something Fancy.

The Pacific Point is retiring and may not be available, but Night of Navy, Misty Moonlight or Blueberry Bushel would be great alternative. This is a super simple and very quick card, but I hope it inspires you to create something beautiful.

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Until next time, be blessed, Renae

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OceanFront Property!

Happy Birthday, Summer Fun / April 26, 2023

Good morning all I hope you are having a great week. I am blessed to be in Virginia Beach visiting my mother in law. As many of you know she was living with us and my sister in law before COVID and now resides permanently with my sister-in-law and her husband in Virginia Beach. Mom just turned 91 and although she gets around by herself, her memory is not what it used to be so it is easier to have one residence.

Luckily my husband and I were able to get an Airbnb on the ocean and trust me it is much more scenic than this card, although I do think this card turned out nicely.

I stared with a Basic White card base and added a layer of Balmy Blue. To a 1/2 sheet of white, I stamped the images from the Ocean Front stamp set in Crumb Cake, Balmy Blue and Early Espresso. For added dimension, I tore the top of the cardstock and used my water paper to add a bit of balmy blue to the edges.

For the clouds, I just used our white watercolor pencil. I know they are barely visible in the photo, but I did want a very light look. I only colored and did not use any water or the blender pen. For darker clouds, color harder and/or use the blender pen. I do hope this card brings a bit of peace to your day. The ocean is always so refreshing and relaxing, that is if you are not afraid of the water!

I stamped the greeting from Celebrate Sunflowers in Pacific Point ink. I know this ink is retiring, so I am sure Blueberry Bushel or even Misty Moonlight would look nice as well. Check out the other returning colors and our Color Refresh in the new 2023-2024 Annual Catalog. Happy Stamping!