Hi Friends!
Welcome to the Happy Arty Days blog!
I am so super excited to be participating in the
Altenew April 2019 Stamp/Die/Stencil/Paper Pack Release
Blog Hop + Giveaway!
There are so many incredible new products this month & trust me when I say you'll be wanting them all - SO good!!!!
***View & shop all the new releases in the Altenew Shop HERE***
Whoa! With so many gorgeous new products,
this is one epic blog hop!
And like all good blog hops,
there are some incredible giveaways!!!
Prizes:
To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners!
Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog by 4/22/2019 for a chance to win.
Altenew will also draw a winner to receive a $20 gift certificate from the comments left on each designer’s blog on the blog hop list below. So be sure to leave a comment every stop of the way!
All winners will be announced on the Altenew Card Blog on 5/4/2019.
If you've just arrived here from the amazing Sveta Fotinia's blog, then you're in the right place!
If not, or you're a lil unsure, here's the full hop list....
With the formalities taken care of, let's get straight into the good stuff!
I've got quite a lot of inspiration to share with you, so I'll keep my write up short.
If you have any questions about how I created a certain project please be sure to direct message me on my instagram account HERE, so I can reply.
Thanks so much & I hope you enjoy seeing my creations!
First up, is this divine layout....
Isn't this gor-jus?!!
Altenew Supplies: A Study In Watercolor Stamp Set, A Study In Watercolor Die Set, Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Deep Blue Seas Mini Cube Set.
Here's a better look at this pretty page.....
So much gorgeousness here!
I am absolutely crushing on the cascading foilage fussy cut from the Summer Garden Paper Pack, and then enhanced by the A Study In Watercolor Stamp & Die Set. La la LOVE!
By coordinating the A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts with the Summer Garden pattern paper, I am able to disguise the fact that this is 6" x 6" paper. Such a clever way to incorporate 6" x 6" paper into our 12 x 12 scrapbook layouts!
Those stamped layers are errrrrrything!!!
You'll also spy more of the Summer Garden paper at the base of this layout. By butting 2 of the same paper together it also creates the illusion of a 12" paper. So cool!
I also layer more of the A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts beneath my photo for added interest & impact!
Absolutely beautiful!
My second layout also features the gorgeous Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack.....
Oh how pretty!!!
Altenew Supplies: Weekend Doodles Stamp, Weekend Doodles Die Set, Summer Garden 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Cherry Blossom Mini Cube Set, Permanent Black Crisp Ink.
Let's take a closer look....
Wow!
Like my previous layout, I have cleverly positioned the pattern paper to create the illusion of 12" paper. I have also been inspired by the color in this paper, and used it with my Weekend Doodles Stamp. Isn't the result stunning?!
I stamp the sentiment directly onto my layout with black ink - LOVE!
But it's those layered Weekend Doodles stamped die cuts that really have my heart...
So intricate & divine!
Perfect for my pretty girl!
Next up, is a very fresh and contemporary scrapbook layout....
Sigh! So refreshing, indeed!
Altenew Supplies: A Study In Watercolor Stamp, A Study In Watercolor Die Set, Alluring Blooms 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Sweet Moments Paper Pack, Deep Blue Seas Mini Cube Set.
Here's a better look....
Yes!!!
I just adore everything about this page!
I create the watercolor base by pressing the Turquoise Ink onto an acrylic plate and adding water. Voila! Instant liquid watercolors from our fave dye inks!
I love the 'washy' appearance of the liquid watercolor base so much, that I also use my wet paint brush over a few of my A Study In Watercolor stamped die cuts. This really softens their appearance! I also use the A Study In Watercolor Die Set with the Alluring Blooms 6 x 6 pattern paper to add a hint more color to my design!
I use this same paper & another from the Sweet Moments 6 x 6 Paper Pack to create the trims at the top and bottom of my layout.
So simple, and so very beautiful!
And last, but by no means least,
a trio of cards for all our card making friends!
a trio of cards for all our card making friends!
So sweet!
And perfect for a variety of occasions!
Altenew Supplies: Spring Meadow Cover Die, Blushing Blooms 6 x 6 Paper Pack, Geometric Landscape Stamp Set, Permanent Black Crisp Ink.
Here's the first card I made....
Oh so pretty & just perfect for a newborn baby girl!
That Spring Meadow Cover Die is just so intricate!
Loving those yellow inset details too!
My second card has a more 'grown up' color palette, but is equally as beautiful....
I feature the Geometric Landscape Stamp as the sentiment, which I stamp directly onto that lovely Blushing Blooms paper!
So gorgeous!
My third card is perfect for birthdays, Easter celebrations or even Spring!
So pretty!
Again, I have used the Geometric Landscape stamp for the sentiment.
Clean, & bold and simply lovely!
Wow!
Told you this release was EPIC!!!
Absolutely Stunning!!!
I hope you feel inspired!
***Please remember to leave a comment to go in the draw to win a $20 Altenew Gift certificate***
Time to send you hopping on to the wonderful Susan Wymer's blog HERE
Good luck with the giveway prizes
& thanks so much for visiting!
til next time,
Love your fabulous layouts. They are gorgeous. Love the way you have combined stamping and pattern papers so beautifully! And the cards are also really great.
ReplyDeleteI agree - those stamped layers are everything! Your colors are beuatiful, too!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layouts and cards! :)
ReplyDeleteThese are just beautiful. I love the way you layered the flowers on them all. Great job Amanda!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE the Beautiful Layouts.. so nice to see scrapbooking stuff.... The cards are amazing also, but keep up the great Layouts!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for Sharing!!
Oooo . . .they layouts are gorgeous!! I love the colors you used. And the cards are so pretty!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! Fabulous layouts and cards!! I love the different looks you achieved with the cover die and papers. Your layouts showcase the new release beautifully!
ReplyDeleteThese are all beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAmazing LO's and cards Amanda! I love the new A Study in Watercolor stamp set above all, but every new product is a must have! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLoving this new release - especially the beautiful rose spray stamp set & that fancy hello die. Thank you for the lovely inspiration!
ReplyDeleteWonderful set of layouts and cards! I love the first and the third layouts especially, they are so beautiful and super cool :)
ReplyDeleteLove your layouts and cards!
ReplyDeleteYour layouts are fabulous! Darling DAUGHTER! And I love the details on your cards!
ReplyDeletesuch wonderful layouts - especially love the blue one - and fantastic cards!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to play with layering as you've shown here. Also, that first layout with the blues....stunning!
ReplyDeletePretty layouts and cards. Great work.
ReplyDeleteYour layouts are simply beautiful. And I just adore those whimsical bunnies - so cute. Great cards, tfs.
ReplyDeleteLovely layouts and cards the third layout is my favourite and I just love the colours used on that one!
ReplyDeleteThese are SO PRETTY!!! THANK YOU for sharing them!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scrapbook layouts and cards. Thanks for sharing your time and talent with us.
ReplyDeleteYour projects are all really spectacular! I do not scrapbook and I am so impressed with the Altenew scrap designers. Your pages are incredibly gorgeous. What wonderful keepsakes.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards and layout, Amanda! Love your colour choices which makes them so special! Thanks so much for sharing the wonderful inspiration!
ReplyDeleteYour cards and layouts are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI am loving these colors! Great layouts and cards!
ReplyDeleteStunning layouts and cards!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, you have so many gorgeous projects! Thank you for the amazing inspiration!
ReplyDeleteWonderful layouts and cards! Love all the florals.
ReplyDeleteSo many great projects. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletesuper sweet layouts and cards - the color combos are awesome:)
ReplyDeleteStunning layouts & gorgeous cards! You have outdone yourself with these awesome creations!
ReplyDeleteLove the way you used the watercolor stamps and dies on your scrapbook page
ReplyDeleteWow!!. Your scrapbook pages make me want to start scrapbooking again. Sooo beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWow! Everything is stunning. You did such a great job using the papers with the stamps on your layouts. They are lovely-especially that last one. I really like the wreath. Your cards look great. I can't decide if I like the inlay technique or leaving the negative spaces best. Both ways look great.
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects. Love the colors and dimension on the layouts.
ReplyDeleteWonderful layouts and cards! Great colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing...
Amazing projects! Even though I'm a card maker, I can really appreciate how beautiful and clean your layouts are. Those cards are gorgeous! I love that Spring Meadow die and the blush pink and navy variation is my favorite!
ReplyDeleteI love your color palette! I especially love the layout with the Study in Watercolor florals in all those yummy purples. Exquisite!
ReplyDeleteThe one layout is so gorgeous an looks like wisteria hanging down - fab work
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love your layouts!! Great use of the paper pads!! The cards are fabulous!! I need to get that die with the bunnies and squirrels, I love it!!
ReplyDeleteWow! Awesome layouts & cards!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous projects! Love how you highlighted an explosion of florals in each of your projects.
ReplyDeleteI am obsessed with your first layout!!! Those are all of my favourite colours and I love the hanging look of flowers! The cards are also super cute, especially love how you combined simple papers from the Blushing Bloom set to create dimension and texture!
ReplyDeleteWow, I love the style of your layouts. All the open space with the washy watercolor florals is so lovely. You matched the shapes in the patterned paper with the die cut shapes so well. Thanks for sharing all these amazing ideas with us!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layouts and cards! The design on your first layout is stunning with the landscape line in the background matching the photo!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous layouts and cards! So many ideas! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI love the dimensions on your layouts and cards.Thanks to inspire is!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous layouts Amanda. I also love your beautiful cards. The Spring Meadow cover die is one of my favourites from this new release.
ReplyDeleteAwesome release! Wonderful creations! I especially love the lovely pink page!
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects - I love the cascade of colours in your first layout, and all the cards with the Spring Meadows cover die - that is such a cute set.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous colors and details! Each one is so pretty!
ReplyDeleteLots of beautiful examples to use these papers.
ReplyDeleteYou gave showcased that Spring Meadow Cover Die so beautifully. Well done
ReplyDeleteDear Amanda
ReplyDeletewhen i look at your cards i picture beauties relvealed one by one and tehm walking the ramp. The cards are lovely. Hugs
Amanda, I love your cards with the new Cover Dies. The dies are so intricate and pretty! Love the spring colors!
ReplyDeleteYou have a great eye for color schemes & layouts. Stunning 1st card with cascading foliage.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layouts and cards. I just love the cascading look!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful projects!! I love the fresh and contemporary scrapbook layout!
ReplyDeleteAwesome projects. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteWow Amanda! You've been one very busy lady...but you've done it beautifully!!! Thanks for sharing them all with us...thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteAdorable layout and pretty soft and beautiful cards.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous layouts! Love the soft colors!
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