Welcome back to day 2 of the August Release. From the look of it, there are a lot of lighthouse fans and there, and some of you may just become fans. And did you see the rest of the design team's samples? Swoon! I loved reading all of your comments and I hope you will enjoy today's sets just as much as I do.
If you liked the popular Mehndi Medallions, you will love "Magical Moments". "Magical Moments" is a gorgeous indie vibe set where peacocks steal the show. But I didn't stop there, I've also created another installment of backgrounds to perfectly compliment the set.
Magical Moments
- is a 6x8 clear photopolymer stamp set
- contains 13 stamps; 4 sentiments, and 9 images
- will be available for purchase August 8th for just $19
Design Basics: Backgrounds II
- is a 4x6 clear photopolymer stamp set
- contains 3 coordinating background building images
- will be available for purchase August 8th for just $10
So let's get started shall we? This whole set plays around one shape and is repeated in almost every image, let's see if you can find it. For my first card I started by stamping the medallion image onto a strip of Chartreuse (PTI) cardstock and embossed them in black. I wrapped the strip with a simple white satin bow.
I repeated the same medallion on either side of the strip on the card base in Scarlet Jewel (PTI), leaving only half of the medallion peeking out from underneath. Now the part that I really love about this card is the visual effect that was created by layering the white border punched strip on either side directly over the medallions. When I saw this Martha Stewart punch a couple of months ago I snagged it up. I just knew it would be perfect for this set.
To finish the card, I added one of the lotus flowers, leaves and sentiment, all included in the set. I didn't start this card with a wedding theme in mind...but it kind of ended up being a perfect non-traditional wedding card.
Next up is the star of the show, a gorgeous peacock with some very stylized plumage. This is one of the two peacocks included in the set, not your typical peacock by far, but I love that stylized flourish of feathers!
I started by stamping the peacock and sentiment onto a Spellbinders Label die. The feathers spilling out from underneath the label are actually a separate stamp. I've included a little flourish of feathers in the set as well, which is perfect for accenting the peacock or using alone.
This image is large and detailed enough that really much else wasn't needed to complete this card. A tiny bit of glitter and rhinestones were just enough to take it over the top.
Finally, I wanted to show you "Design Basics: Backgrounds II". Even though these backgrounds coordinate perfectly with the images in "Magical Moments", I wanted to show you how well they stand on their own.
How fun is that? I stamped one of the 5.5" long background images onto Chartreuse (PTI) and Summer Sunrise (PTI) cardstock in Colorbox pigment ink in black. I folded a label die over, added a circle punch and a black button (Denami). Added my sentiment using some chipboard alphas, and done. Simple, quick, and graphic...just my style.
I am in love with the stamps in this release. The possibilities really are endless. Just check out what the rest of the design team has done.
Want a chance to win both sets? Leave a comment telling me what your favorite bird is by 11:59 pm EST August 6th for a chance to win both "Magical Moments" and "Design Basics: Backgrounds II". Winners will be posted here. Be sure to stop by again tomorrow for even more samples and another chance to win.
Fabulous cards, Dawn! The colors & embellies really make those stamps pop!
ReplyDeleteFabulous, that first card is absolutely gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHow incredibly cool! I love your sets! My favorite bird is the fluffy easter chick variety mostly! But I would say PEACOCKS are my favorite after seeing your gorgeous stamp! Bravo Dawn!
ReplyDeleteOh Dawn, I am in LOVE with this set! I wish I would have waited to order! :) Anyhow, my favorite bird is a peacock! I love the colors, I have actually been looking for a nice peacock stamp but hadnt really found any that I had to have until now!!!
ReplyDeleteDawn, this is stunning!!! I wish I'd had this one a month ago when I did a card for an Indian friend of mine. I will definitely be ordering this one and the second card is the essence of elegance.
ReplyDeleteOh, I just love that peacock--I'm a sucker for stylized images and this peacock rules the roost. Your images are fantastic and I love what you've done with them in these cards! As for my favorite bird...there are so many to choose from but last winter we had painted buntings at our feeder and they were magical! I do like peacocks too...they roam the teaching zoo on the campus where I work and I hear them call every morning...so cool! Thanks for a chance to win these fabulous sets!
ReplyDeleteI want... WHATEVER IS IN THE WATER AT YOUR HOUSE! {Hee Hee} Something that SPARKS the creative flow in a BIG, HUGE way! These samples, are, AGAIN... {how DO you do it?} FANTASTIC! One, two, THREE - OMG ~ no wonder you say "stamp away with me!" Goodness and talent is ALL I see - you're amazing, that's ALL... hee hee HEEEE
ReplyDeleteA robin its sweet, simple and reminds me of Christmas and the promise of snow
ReplyDeleteDawn, couldn't you have released at least one bad set this time around? ;) It's going to be so hard to narrow down my choices!! I can't wait to see what other beautiful creations you have to show us tomorrow!
ReplyDeleteFor me my favorite bird has to be the Blue jay /Cardinals because those are the first little sweeties I start to see when the weather starts to change outside my windows. Its so awesome to their pop of color in the middle of the trees that are starting to get ready to nap their Fall/Winter sleep.
ReplyDeleteFavorite bird...had to think on that...I think a blue bird...don't see them very often...and when they do - I love how they stand out!
ReplyDeletewow.. my fave bird? finches.. love their songs.
ReplyDeleteHmmm, I don't have a favorite bird. These sets look fantastic! Fabulous work as usual!
ReplyDeleteOh, this is stunning. Can't wait to see the set in its entirety! My favorite bird?!? Has to be a dove.....
ReplyDeleteWow Dawn, this is stunning! My favorite bird is the robin.
ReplyDeleteLove that new peacock set! My favorite bird is a hummingbird. :)
ReplyDeleteWOW! I'm speechless! I just LOVE that bird! I'm loving that peacocks are all the rage now. Favorite? I could never say---I just love them all. {my maiden name is Bird actually so I've always been partial to all of them}
ReplyDeleteMy favorite bird is the eagle, but those peacock feathers are GORGEOUS! Off to check out the design teams' beauties!
ReplyDeleteummmm WOW! gorgeous projects!! both sets look just amazing and i cannot wait to see all the images in both! don't have a favorite bird, but i do enjoy the little chickadees.. so cute.
ReplyDeleteI love your new peacock set! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteRight now my favorite bird is the hummingbird. We've had a few visiting our front yard and they are so cute and fun to watch.
My favorite bird is the red cardinal. The spot of color against the white of snow is beautiful! And so is your new stamp set!
ReplyDeleteDawn, these are fabulous sets! Love that the two match and they're so pretty! My favorite bird is the blue bird. :)
ReplyDeleteOur little baby wrens just left their home. We had such a fun time keeping an eye on mama and papa wren while they took care of their offspring, chattering away unless their 'mouths' were full of insects.
ReplyDeleteThese sets look amazing. I'm loving that peacock, talk about fun!! My favorite bird is the eagle, it has a special signifigance for my husband so when I see one I think of him.
ReplyDeleteYour cards are A-MAZ-ING!!
Wow, these sets are fabulous!!! My favorite bird? A cardinal--the state bird of Ohio, where I grew up. But peacocks are so elegant and classy, so I'd love to have this set!!
ReplyDeleteThis is on my wishlist. I love the stamps you've been designing. Peacocks are my fave and this is just darling!
ReplyDeleteOh my, so very very beautiful and elegant, just what your sets always are. My most favorite bird is the bluebird, although I am quite fond of that one bird in your Woodgrain Silhouettes Additions too!
ReplyDeleteOnce again, your illustrations for this set are stunning! What a gorgeous bird and companion images! Just checked out the DT's creations and they are beautiful. Can't wait to see the rest!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love peacocks - there is a plant nursery near my house that has over 30 peacocks that roam the grounds with you. It's my son's favorite place to go flower shopping with me!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cards; so simple and great colors. I love hummingbirds, they just amaze me with their speedy wings and long snouts. How do they have the energy to move that fast anyway?
ReplyDeleteThese new images are absolutely beautiful. And your cards really show them off.
ReplyDeleteI'm a fan of the nuthatch and its acrobatics.
My favorite bird is the eagle I guess, they are so strong and symbolize so much. I have tried to find a good eagle stamp with no luck so far.
ReplyDeleteI love how you used the peacock feathers to make a lacy pattern. Very creative! meloniew a t g m a i l d o t c o m
ReplyDeleteOh wow... I am totally loving that peacock card! Sooo pretty! I can't wait to see the whole set!
ReplyDeleteI don't think I have a favorite bird, but I do like any birds with pretty colors, such as a cardinal, or tucan, or blue jay. :)
I've never seen a more beautiful bird and from what I've seen, I'll be able to do a lot with it! I think this'll be the set for me!!
ReplyDeleteOh! I've just discovered your site. What a beautiful peacock! Love that background image too, can't wait to see the other images in that background set. As for a favourite bird, I'd probably go with chickadee. We have them in our backyard all the time!
ReplyDeleteThese cards are perfection and so is this set! The first two are perfectly stunning and you know I love the last one, fabulous use of that label and button!
ReplyDeleteAwesome sets and beautiful cards! I think I would have to say my favorite bird is a cardinal! They are beautiful to watch fly in the wild. Finches make beautiful little music though!
ReplyDeleteI've never thought about my fav bird. I guess I would say cardinals. I always love seeing them in the back yard. Love these samples and the new images. the layered peacock is fantastic!
ReplyDeleteLOVE these new sets - what wonderful creations can be made with these! It is as hard to pick out a favorite bird as it is to pick out a favorite flower - they are all so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHow interesting! Great cards and wonderful images. My favorite bird--either the magesty of an eagle or the quiet owl.
ReplyDeleteFavorite bird?? uhm?? I guess the cardinal. I remember watching the birds outside the kitchen window at my parents. And how much I loved the sight of the cardinals in the nearby evergreen trees and how their brilliant red was such a pop of color. Speaking of pops...love the new stamps!! The background images are great!
ReplyDeleteSo excited for these sets! Amazing job, Dawn!
ReplyDeleteStunning cards, love the clean lines on all of them.
ReplyDeleteSorry, forgot my favorite bird... currently enjoying celebrating my current home- so I'll go with the New Zealand Kiwi.
ReplyDeleteThese are absolutely amazing. I love that stylized peacock. Great job!!!
ReplyDeleteI am not sure if I have a favorite bird but the one that stands out the most is the bald eagle. Seeing them gliding through the air is just amazing.
my favorite bird is the cardinal-the female!
ReplyDeletei luv the subtle brown/red coloring-not so
flashy as her male counterpart but just as
beautiful.
My favorite bird is the female cardinal. I
ReplyDeleteluv the subtle red/brown coloring-not so flashy
as her male counterpart but just as beautiful.
I luv the song of the mourning dove-calm and peaceful.
I think my favorite bird just might be the cardinal....that beautiful color of red!
ReplyDeleteMmmm, these new stamps look so dreamy Dawn, I can't wait to see the full reveal!!
ReplyDeleteI love flamingos! They are so fun and how can you pass up the pink!?
ReplyDeleteoh my oh my.....i am loving your cards...especially the last one...hugs
ReplyDeleteI love seeing everyone's unique way of using the stamps...so fun! My favorite bird would be any chickadee...they are tiny little plump balls of cuteness :) Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeletegorgeous cards!! very elegant stamps!!
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