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giveaway october card kit

 Hello Friends, Today I bring your Simon Says Stamp OCTOBER 2013 CARD KIT and it’s a wowza!! With each months reveal I’m lucky to give one away!! Woo Hoo!

Each month I mention what a great value the kits are because I truly believe the value is exceptional. Only $19.95 plus s&h🙂  Click here to check out the details. 

 (If you purchased the kit and win you will be credited for the amount of the kit.) 
(Included in each card kit is an inspiration sheet with 6 ideas using the kit.  You’ll also receive ideas via email newsletter with even more project ideas and video links using the items in the kit.)

What I love most about receiving Simons Card Kit in the mail is the unexpected goodies. Papers that are a hot topic, a stamp set that always has me jumping and embellishments that bring new life to my cards.
On my card I wanted to combine Lawn Fawn’s beautiful papers and the perfect fall stamp set called, “Giving Thanks”. The most beautiful sequins on the market from Lawn Fawn because of the different sizes and colors. 

 I stamped on the back of the patterned paper and cut out the stamped image I was using for a tree top.

This memento marker I use daily to use on the white edge of my paper or images because I rarely get a smudge and I get a finished look to my cards.
Add some distress ink with a dauber and your tree tops are finished. Pop on your card. 
GIVEAWAY: 
TELL ME  IF YOU USE A MARKER ON THE EDGE OF  YOUR STAMPED IMAGES TO HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN OCTOBERS BEAUTIFUL CARD KIT FROM SIMON SAYS STAMP. I will draw a random winner October 1. (please leave your email if you don’t have a blog)

Thanks for your visit today. Hugs, Kathy
P.S. Did you see my blog candy giveaway here?
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  3. scrapkat says

    Hi Kathy,
    what a wonderful card, love the layerd sequins 😀
    I dindn´t use a marker by now, only inkpad, but think it´s worth to try.

    Greetings,
    scrapkat(at)gmx.net

  4. Laura says

    I’ve used a marker to fill in a tiny gap if an image didn’t stamp as well as I’d have liked, but not on the edges. I’ll have to try that!

    ~ Laura

  5. Rachel K says

    I’ve never used a marker on the edge of a die cut shape like this! What a good idea. I often do this to fix up my stamped images, because I’m terrible at fussy cutting! 🙂 I love your card…such a beautiful fall scene!
    rachel dot kulcsar at gmail dot com

  10. Jackie says

    I actually do use a black marker on the edges. Your card is adorable and I love this kit! Autumn is my favorite season and it can’t arrive soon enough for me.

  11. Aida says

    I do use a marker Kathy! I try to be perfect but I keep failing at it. LOL At least I have fun trying! Thanks for the chance to win.

  13. Astrid says

    Yes i do use a marker and i was fun to do.
    The card is wonderful, you guys have so much more for Autumn and Halloween then whe have here in The Netherlands.
    I take a chance to win this kit.
    Hugs Astrid

  15. Marianne says

    I do use a black marker when I fusssy cut an image. I think it was Kristina Werner who taught me this trick in one of her videos. Love the new card kit. I think they are getting better and better. Also love how you rotated one of your tee tops and tweaked the branches to create different trees. Wonderful scene!
    Marianne x

  16. Tracy says

    I just love this card. The one you did with the trees for SSS is amazing too. I just love seeing what you will create next!!!! Thanks for sharing. Yes I do use a black marker on my edges, I love how it finishes things off.

  19. Pat says

    Love this kit! I wish I remembered to use a marker when I fussy cut but I haven’t yet! Maybe this will motivate me to remember! 🙂

  20. adele holcomb says

    Your tree scene is adorable! Love the tip about stamping on the back.

    I do use a marker frequently for a border on photos, embellies, fussy-cutting and paper piecing. It gets rid of those white edges that annoy me and helps the piece stand out against the background.

  21. Miriam Prantner says

    I really love this kit, my favorite so far I think, the stamp set is great and I love the papers. Yes, I will use a marker on the edges of my stamped images, but mostly for corrections if it didn’t stamp well, or if I’m fussy cutting/piecing to get the definition back.

  23. ~ginny says

    You betcha baby!! Markers on the edge are a must for me. Rather than black though I frequently will use the darkest color in the image rather than black… as in around the clothing it will be the darkest shade of the clothing, around the face the darkest skin tones, etc.

  24. Kelly Massman says

    I don’t usually use a marker for the edges, but I do occasionally rub ink on them. I love the October kit and your card! Trees and leaves are a family favorite as my hubby turns logs into beautiful pieces of art!!! 🙂

  28. jenway9 says

    I just ordered this kit! Oh I love it and all the cards I have been seeing. I typically use a market to match my stamped image and/or paper to get a clean look on my cut outs.

  29. Dana D. says

    Terrific card Kathy. Love the papers you used. I use both ink pads and markers on the edge. SSS card kit looks like so much fun. Thanks for the chance to win one.

  31. Annamarie Jones says

    Cute card! I’ve never used a marker on the edges! I’ll try that next for the images that I fussy cut! I usually just leave it how it is, never thought to use a marker!

  32. Barb says

    I use a marker or a foam pad with distress ink to finish off the edge of a cut out image. It gives a nice look to the card. Love your card, shari. Thanks for all the ideas.I love the look of the card. I appreciate the opportunity to win the kit.

  34. Francesca says

    Beautiful card and I would love to get the October kit! I often use a marker and sometime I also put some embossing powder to make the edges a little bit more shiny. In other cases I do some distress but I just use some cotton balls from my beauty cabinet for it.

  35. Paula (PEP) says

    I had to smile over the marker – yes, it was one of my first discoveries when fussy cutting stamped images – & yes the Memento one is my favourite, especially as I can heat set it. The sequins look gorgeous & I love the way you created the tree tops with different patterns on them. Thanks for continuing to give such inspiration.
    Paula (PEP)

  36. joy says

    The Memento marker is perfect for this and is the one I use now. Before learning about the Memento marker I always used a black Sharpie, especially when I was doing lots of collages of cut images.

    Your card is so pretty; I love those sequins too!

  39. Martha Green says

    Cute card!
    I don’t often use a marker on the edges but I’ll use a pad or a daubber that is still damp with ink to get rid of the white on the paper edges.

  42. SheriE. says

    I usually use an ink pad, or a blending tool, but once in awhile I use a marker if the image has little curves and corners. Excited about this kit because of the stamp set and the new Lawn Fawn!

  47. Leintje* says

    I always used inkt, but now I have to try a marker next time!!
    I would love to be your lucky winner with this kit that is so beautyful!!

    Love from The Netherlands,
    Leintje*

  49. Anonymous says

    Your card is AMAZING and I love the kit stamps and papers! I have not used a marker on the edge of images but I am certainly going to try it! I appreciate the tip!

    Andrea McCulley
    prayalways421(at)yahoo(dot)com

  50. Colleen C. says

    I do use a marker to edge my cut out pieces – it just makes the card or project I put them on look more finished. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the giveaway.

  55. dr.jaya says

    Such a cute card! Love it… I have used black marker on my diecuts and picture borders..I feel it gives them that perfect finishing and makes the edges look tidy..:)
    Hugs
    Jaya

  57. diana says

    I haven’t used a marker, but I will start now. It does give a finished look. Thanks for the chance to win this great kit. 😉

  58. Andrea Garland says

    Loove your tree card, sometimes I use a marker to ink my edges, it helps a lot when you are fussy cutting.

    Thanks for the chance to win this kit, crossing my fingers.

  62. aileen (mum) says

    Hi kathy, you know I never thought to use a marker before. Have always used ink pads. Have used a black marker to touch up cut images if there is white showing or to fix a cut that took too much of the black outline. Love these kits, have never ordered as postage to Australia would probably make them too expensive, a shame hey!

  63. Leslie L. says

    I am glad to see more bloggers mentioning using markers to color the edge of their die cuts. I have been doing this for years and wondered if I was one of a random few that did it because it wasn’t mentioned or shown in videos but it is popping up more and more. I was in awe when I saw the reveal of the next card kit; I am really enjoying them.

  64. cghundley says

    I love to ink the edges
    of anything I’m creating!
    I usually use inks but
    have used markers from
    time to time. Love the
    look it adds.
    Carla from Utah

  65. Gerrina says

    I always use a marker and sometimes not a black one. That occures most with pastel/light colours, but my black marker is never far away on my worktable… Inky greetings, Gerrina

  68. Melody says

    I have never used a marker before. Never even thought to use a marker, just a stamp pad. This is why I read blogs….to learn new things.

  72. Cindy C. says

    Those trees are really fun Kathy! No I have not tried using markers on the edge of stamp images nor cards. But I think now I am going to try it!! Thanks for sharing!

  73. Sharon Hayes says

    I have never used a marker on stamped images. I do usually do use a dauber or sponge and a complimentary ink.

  78. jengd says

    What a fabu idea for trees! As for the marker, sometimes yes, sometimes no. It just depends on the image and the end goal. Thanks for the chance!

  81. Cheryl W says

    This kit looks fantastic. I like that they offer 6 ideas with each kit. Oh yes, and I always use a marker (unless I’m doing some distress inking) on the edge of my images. That little detail adds so much!

  82. Phi says

    Such a cute card.
    Sometimes I use a copic marker to go around the edges of my images but perhaps I should give your momento marker a go. Sometimes I find that the copics bleed into the paper a bit. Thanks so much for the tip.

  83. Ann Kulseth says

    I haven’t found a marker that works well but often drag the edges of my cut out images through an ink pad – which works well. Thanks for the chance to win.

  84. Sandra says

    you never cease to amaze me …. wonderful card!
    I always use markers – I have been using the distress markers lately – always seem to find a color close enough to the paper color to work.
    Thanks again for the inspiration.
    Sandra ltb
    slbt17 at yahoo dot com

  85. Dorothy C. says

    Great card – love the sequins. Yes, I use markers on cut edges. Especially on chipboard I’ve covered with patterned paper. Until I discovered black foam pop dots I used to color the sides on the white ones with a Sharpie.

  89. Solgunn says

    I love this card! No, I don’t use a marker, but It looks very good. Will try. Thanks for sharing. Your cards are always stunning. Love them so much.

  90. andreea says

    Oh, the trees you created are so much fun! Yes, I use the black marker for cut out images to hide the white edge. Or if my image is stamped with another color than black, I choose a color to match it. TFS!

  91. Twine Around says

    Hi Kathy, have never thought of using a marker on the side before but have certainly seen lots of other designers do this. Am very new to stamping so don’t know all the good tips yet and this seems like a really one. Really love your card and am in love with the Oct 2013 Card Kit. Would love to win!!! shona.chambers@orcon.net.nz

  95. Tammy J says

    Yes I always use a marker and sometimes still mess up and have to start over. LOL. I love coming to your blog daily to see what you have new. I love your cards. But I was wondering about the stamp you used as tree tops. I thought maybe it was a grassy knoll. TFS

    Tammy
    upnseams at gmail.com

  97. Carrie R. says

    I have not used a marker before, but it’s a great idea that I will have to try. Thanks for the tip.

  101. Betty Meyskens says

    I have never used a marker on the cut edge and really never thought about it, but after reading your blog I can see that it would give the cut a much more finished look. I will be ordering one now to try this out. Thanks for the great tip.

  102. Moosisk says

    Love your card! I usually use my Distress ink to edge my cards. I never thought to use a marker. Thanks for the inspiration AND chance to win a fab kit. 😀

  104. Cindy says

    I love your card. I have never tried to use a marker. I always use a sponge or dauber. I will definitely have to try the marker. Beautiful.

  111. Lynn says

    Hi Kathy; I love your whimsical card , and yes, I have been using a marker on the cut edges of my fussy cuts / die cuts for a long time .. it just makes things neater looking .

  112. BB says

    I use my distress markers all the time and love them! Nice cards and by the way, where did you get that lovely dauber case?

  115. Anonymous says

    I have found markers have been making an appearance on my craft table more and more lately. Love those trees. Onepinkdaisy

  116. Terri says

    Yes, I use a marker when I cut out items. It does make a world of difference and seems to hide the little imperfections of fussy cutting.

  118. Winnie says

    So love your card! I was wondering how to use that image I saw, and thought maybe clouds, I didn’t see the tree leaves, and now I am really excited. I use either a black or brown marker depending on what diecut or cutout I made. It does look much better because I am NOT a good fussy cutter.

  119. Virginia P FL says

    Great card, I just went ahead and ordered the kit, had to have it…LOL. I love using markers for edging and coloring stamps. The stitching on the solid blue cardstock is great. May have to dust off the sewing machine.

    Thanks for the inspiration.

  123. Linda T says

    I’ve never used a marker but sure am going to now. You’re cards are just beautiful! Thanking you for all the info, which I saved, for reference.
    Thank you

  126. Debbie Baker says

    Yes, I actually do use a marker on the edges of my die cuts. It gives it a more finished look. But I don’t always use black. I try to match the color of the paper so I use a lot of markers! Love the card today. Thanks for sharing. Have a great day. Ciao 🙂

  131. Victoria H. says

    Hi, I do use marker on my fussy cut edges! It depends on the color of my stamped image depends on the color of marker but mostly it is black.
    Great card and great tips and tutorials!
    Highflo7atmsndotcom

  132. Anonymous says

    Yes I have used markers to edge. I use a lot of brown but its just so much easier than an ink pad.

    Dianne P.

    plummerd63 at hotmail dot com

  135. Marissa says

    I didn’t use to, but then I saw Britta do it on one of her videos and I’ve been using that black Memento marker ever since! Sometimes if I want color, I’ll use my daubers instead, but it’s usually the marker.

  137. KellyRae says

    I love the new kit and what a great inspiration card (I especially LOVE how you stamped on the patterned paper to create your foliage). I color my cut edges about half the time – love the look but I’m usually running late in making the card so that’s the step I’ll skip (but shouldn’t … because it truly ‘finishes’ the card). It’s the details, you know? Thanks for the chance to win the fabulous card kit.

  138. Janis says

    I forget to do that!! I think I have tried it a time or two, but haven’t remembered to, lately. Love the effect and also using the daubers to shade the edges.
    <3 J

  141. Ann Marie says

    Yes I use that same Momento marker. I first got the idea from the lovely Britta Swiderski. And I often use a gold marker on the edges of pieces with a gold sentiment.

  143. Melissa_Massy says

    I do use a marker on the edges, but it is usually a Sharpie. I will have to try the Memento. As a side note, I love the sponge dauber tray that is in the corner of one of the pictures. I HAVE to get one of those, mine are labeled but just shoved in a drawer. Thanks for showing that!

  144. ThePurplePlace says

    You always come up with such wonderful cards…I love your style and adore your cards!

    Thanks for sharing…it’s all inspiration for me and I can hardly wait for my Kit to arrive!!

    🙂

  146. karenelr says

    What a good idea! I’ve never tried a marker on the edge of images–I will now! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity–I love this new stamp set in the kit!

  147. Barb Ghig says

    Such a fun card, Kathy! Thanks so much for the step by step tutorial…I really appreciate it!
    Yes, I do use a marker on the edge of my images…it’s the perfect finishing touch!

  153. Susan Lang says

    Yes, I usually use a black one, but sometimes more the color of the paper. Anything to hide the white edge. But you answered a question for me what those odd shapes were. Trees! Thanks.

  154. Yolanda says

    I use markers if I don’t have the right ink color. I use my acrylic block as a palette and then I use a dauber to pick up the color and add to my image. I find I get better control this way.

  155. Cynthia Xavier says

    Hello Kathy, you made such a darling card. I have never tried using a marker around my images but I will now. It definitely gives the card a finished look. Thanks for the tip!

  157. Lucille K says

    Hi Kathy,

    Yes, I do use markers and ink pads on the edges of my images most times. Love your card, the trees are so nicely done.

    TY for the chance to win 🙂

  160. Beth says

    Yes! I use a marker to go aaround the edges of all my fussy-cuts and die cuts. That’s something YOU taught me a long time ago!

  164. Colorado Crafter says

    Such a great card! I’ve never used a marker on the edge of my stamped images. Will have to try that. Thanks for the chance to win the card kit!! It looks like a fantastic kit!

  168. zehra says

    Beautiful card, I do not use the marker I do use distress ink with a dauber, I will try to use both and see how I like it, love how u do it

  169. VARedGem says

    I love this card it really reminds me of Fall trees. I always have a black marker on hand to color along the edges when I do fuzzy cut on an image. When I remember I use a dauber with distress ink to the edges, but as I said when I remember.

  171. SHartl says

    Your card is so sweet! Love the clouds and trees. I actually Do use a marker often on the edges of my cut images. I often use black to give some definition to the image and sometimes use colors to cover the white paper core.

  173. lostinpaper says

    I agree the black is fabulous and I’ve been trying to buy a grey memento marker (as I prefer grey on the edge) and have struggled to get it here in Australia. I’m waiting for my next order in the US… my list is getting longer for sure lol.

  174. Debbie F. says

    I like to,use a marker on die cuts because it gives a crisper look with no smudges. Your cards are very beautiful, by the way! Thanks for sharing!

  176. Marla says

    I always use a black Copic marker around every image that I fussy cut. I would LOVE to win this kit so I can see a sampling of what is offered. TFS

  177. karenajo says

    I do use a marker or perhaps distress ink to finish off the edges of added elements and my cards – just gives them a more finished look. Thanks for a chance to win the great card kit !!!

  180. Carol McCready says

    I’ve never used the marker on the edge of my stamped images. I will be trying it now, it makes your images look so defined.

    Fabulous card. Love the layers of rolling hills and trees.

  181. Renee says

    This is really a beautiful fall scene, and yes, I’ve used Memento black pens around the edges many times – probably because I’ve seen you do it!

  183. StampNK says

    I have to say that I haven’t ever used a marker on the edge of an image but I can see how it would make the image stand out better! I just love your sweet card with the sequins!
    stampnk at aol dot com

  187. calamity jane says

    Another great card Kathy!!! I’ve tried using a marker but must need more practice! I usually ink up the edges with either a sponge, dauber or the ink blending tool. Thanks for the chance to win!!

  189. Karenladd says

    Yes, I use markers on the edges of my fussy cut images all the time. I use it even when there isn’t a white core to my cardstock…just for definition!

  197. Sandy Lewis says

    Hi – your card is so cute! I don’t use a marker, but I do use an ink applier. You know, the handle with the sponge on it? I want to try the Momento marker now – it looks cleaner and simpler. Thank you for the inspiration.

  198. keeleykats says

    Hi Kathy, Amazing card! Thanks for the tips. I don’t routinely use a marker. I usually sponge the edges but your technique is much more finished looking. I am added the Memento Marker to my wishlist.

  202. Kirsten Corby says

    Yes, I do use a marker to finish the edges of a fussy-cut. And I figured that out on my own, without having to watch a video or read a blog post, so I am rather proud of that. 🙂

  206. Cindy Lovell says

    Your card is amazing! I love that you stamped the sentiment on the tree!!!
    Beautiful Kit!
    Oh and yes i do use a marker on the edges.Not all the time but though.It always depends on if i forget it or not! 🙂
    Have a nice weekend,
    Cindy

  212. Ardilla says

    Gorgeous samples, Kathy!
    Your questions always show me that I don´t have all the things I need to craft… I don´t have markers!!! 🙁
    Thanks for the chance…
    Ardilla 🙂

  213. Ruth G says

    I love all the layering of your images! Such a wonderful scene you’ve created! I don’t usually use a marker on the edges, but now that I’ve seen the difference it makes I think I need to! Thanks so much for all you’ve shared here! I am definitely pinning your card as I’m really inspired and want to share it with others!

  216. Cheryl Powers (sassypowers@verizon.net) says

    finally forced me to find a blogging RSS Newsfeed software since I’ve converted to a imac and use safari, all of which were new to me a few months ago! lol. anyway, back to card making – I love the trees, and I never (WHY?) stamped a shape that has it’s own background on the reverse side just to get the shape to paperpiece. DUH! I do usually use my Stampin Up! black marker in my top drawer for running smooth fine line around my paper piece / die cut, especially the ones that are figures/characters. THANK YOU

  217. Kris Van Allen says

    I use a marker on the edges; because I use the narrow nib end of the Zig Calli Pen to address envelopes, I use that wide nib (very wide!) on the edges. It quickly develops a notch that the paper fits into.

  220. Amy Kolling says

    YES! I most definitely use a marker on my edges! This was one of the first tricks I learned when I started stamping and doing paper piecing! I agree it gives such a polished look!

  222. Maureen Hayes says

    I use a marker on the edges too,it gives a nice finished look! Thank you for the chance to win this card kit, I would love to own it. My email info is hayesmaureen69 at gmail dot com.

  223. Anja (scrappie) says

    I really like the octoberkit and your card is amazing. I usually sponge the edges of my paper with a blending tool or with ink. Thank you for your tip and the chance to win.

  228. ezobo says

    I do use a marker to cover the white edges. I can wait to try some of the new to me techniques you showcased.
    Thank you for all the detailed directions and the chance to win.

  231. Katie says

    That is my birthday day!! Sometimes I use the edge of the inkpad or distress stain dauber. Love that trees, and how you added the sentiment. Great card. 🙂 Thanks for sharing.

    Katie B.

  235. ionabunny says

    I use a marker when I fussy cut. It defines the image better and also hides the core if it’s a different colour. Definitely gives a more professional finish. Love your scene card and the sentiment stamped on the tree. Great idea

  236. Larissa Heskett says

    I mostly use a distress tool and a matching ink to finish off my cut or card edges!! I have tried marked! but I always seem to get an excess of bleeding onto my image!! So inking is easier and neater for me!! thanks for the chance to win and ILOVE all of your AMAZING card inspiration!! Have a fabulous Week!! 😉

  237. Sallee P. says

    I have, but not always with success! Actually I think the problem was that it wasn’t a stamped image — it was just a hand-drawn cut-out and it was white. The black marker edge made it look worse. And so I was like, duh, this really only helps stamped images where you can color the edge to match the outline. Always learning!

  243. Anonymous says

    Using the Memento marker on the edge is a great tip that I learned from you some time ago. Thank you.

  246. judycs says

    I usually use a marker (or occasionally a pad). Once in a while I choose not to outline for a more blended affect.
    This is a great set. Thanks for the chance to win.

  249. Nicki Lundeen says

    I do sometimes…mostly if it is a stamp with a black outline and I have to cut it out, then I will use my black marker so it looks more “perfect”. Other than that, I normally do not. nlundeen at catt dot com

  255. Amanda says

    I use a marker on the edge of my stamped and cut images when I can remember to! I really like how it gives the image a completed look.

  258. wanda hansen says

    I have used a marker from time to time but, seems like I often remember after I have added it to the card. Love the paper for this kit,fun colors and patterns!

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