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Succulent Wreath & Giveaway

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Hello Friends, How are you? I am back today with another wreath card. During the coloring challenge I turned a bottle brush tree into a wreath. I was itching to turn a succulent into a wreath and finally had time to make that happen. The Hero Arts “My Monthly Hero” November kit provided me with the right succulent. The large “Peace” is from Simon Says Stamp.

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Sharing Hero Arts November Kit and everything I have made with that kit to date is important to me. I hope you can see how versatile and fun the stamp set I created is. 🙂

Here is the November Kit and there are additional dies for the succulents. You can also purchase the flower soft separately.
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Now….. how about some details on the wreath? 🙂

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Combine any two or three distress inks that you have or any ink for that matter. I used an ink blending tool to color all of these succulents quickly. (please see the supply list for all of the ink colors)

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I enjoy fussy cutting and these succulents didn’t take me that long. The Peace was embossed with silver embossing powder and glued to some fun foam. The succulents were embossed in silver embossing powder.

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The background is the best wood grain stamp I have seen called, “Wood Pallet” I stamped it with grey distress ink on some kraft cardstock. The holly is from this die cut. 

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I stamped and embossed the pagoda a few times with the silver. I pieced parts of the pagoda together to make it taller to fit the scale of my wreath. Glossy accents were added to the windows of the pagoda.

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I took this photo so you can see what succulent from the stamp set I used.
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Here is a bonus ornament, tag or I could put it on a card. I am thinking maybe using that woodgrain stamp for a background. Don’t you feel like you could use more hours in the day?

GIVEAWAY: I am giving away the Paper Smooches Holly die cut PLUS a goodie bag. Just leave me a comment on my blog and say hi. I will announce a random winner next Monday. 

Thanks for your visit today and have a great weekend! Hugs, Kathy

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  2. Ruth says

    This is why I come to your blog – to see how you use stamps in so many different ways. This is such an inventive use of the stamp and I love that it’s focussed on Peace – something we could all do with right now. Beautifully done. Xx

    • MaryKay says

      Ruth I totally agree with you. I think if everyone had coloring books and a couple pets they wouldn’t be so mean. Both relax me into peacefulness. #bekind

  4. Connie G says

    I agree with you that the woodgrain stamp is fabulous!! Love that thing! Used as your background for this lovely wreath, your card is stunning!

  7. Jan D. Florida, USA says

    OMG….you always come up with such beautiful creations. Very clever wreath…just love it. You have me looking at my stamps in new ways. Thank you.

  10. BunnyD says

    This is so fabulous! What a gorgeous change up from the traditional evergreen wreath. Love how you layered it Kathy. Another work of art!

  11. Autumn says

    I am still just so happy for you to have released your own stamp line, and with HA nonetheless! Amazing, and this is a super cool way to use the stamps! I so need a holly die, so thanks for the chance to win. Hugs, Autumn

  17. Carole says

    Hi Kathy, I love how you turned a succulent into a wreath, totally fabulous and what
    a great idea! Thanks so much Kathy and I wish you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving!

  18. Jill A says

    Hi Kathy—-I love how you made the wreath you are just so creative—thanks for sharing all your great work!!!!!

  20. Karen P. says

    Kathy I so enjoy visiting your blog. Love what you have done with the new set you designed. You are so right it is very versatile. thanks so much for sharing all that you do.. Also thanks for the chance to win the dies. I really like them.

  22. Tammy says

    That wreath turned out so pretty. I love the peace die and the card is awesome. Someone will be very lucky to receive it. TFS

  25. Maureen Hayes says

    Kathy,

    The wreath is genius and so pretty! I appreciate how many ways you have shown to use the stamps you designed for the HA set. I know it always helps me to see lots of different ideas for a stamp set. Like everyone, I have limited funds, and knowing I can stretch a stamp set makes it much more appealing to me. Oh, and yes, I wish I had more hours in a day as well.. . Lol!

    Hugs,
    Maureen

  26. Diane says

    Hi Kathy! I love how you used the succulent plant to form your gorgeous wreath, it looks so pretty against the wood grain with the silver embossed sentiment!

  27. Vicki Smith says

    The wreath is so gorgeous and unexpected. Love to see different uses for a stamp to justify the purchase . Received my MISTI yesterday and I am in love with it. Don’t anyone hesitate if you do a lot of stamping!

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      How exciting! The best tool! It has saved me alot of good cardstock. The other feature I love is that you can stamp it twice to get a really nice dark outline. Enjoy! 🙂

  32. Linda M says

    I love your creativity and that you share it with us. You inspire me everyday! Your wreath is so different and beautiful. I love it!

  34. Carla Hundley says

    Wow, great use of the stamps
    to make this wreath! Looks
    fantastic. Happy Thursday
    to you.
    Carla from Utah

  35. Starqueen says

    Hi Kathy! AWESOME SAUCE!! Love seeing the versatility you bring to every thing you touch. THANK YOU!!!

  40. Tona says

    What a clever use of the succulent stamp! I love coming to your blog & seeing what you are creating. I always leave inspired.

  43. Linn F says

    Love the wreath. Always enjoy seeing different ways to use stamps and dies. The succulents are on my Christmas list.

  45. Debbie Vasel says

    What an interesting way to use a succulent! Never in a million years would I have thought of this ingenious idea. Thank you!

  50. Pat R says

    Hi Kathy,
    I love all the different ways you can use this stamp set I just love it and am just beginning to play with it and try all different looks. Thank you so much for all this inspiration on using the stamp set. Congratulations again!
    Pat

  51. Angie Hall says

    You get the originality award today. How clever using a succulent stamp to make a wreath. You’re super, girl. Hi and thanks.

  55. Kim Potts says

    So clever! I would have never thought of creating a wreath using succulents! What a great way to streatch your stamps!!

  56. Sheri K says

    I love this wreath Kathy! Love how the silver embossing just sets is all off, just gorgeous. I’ve received my November kit, haven’t had a chance to play with it, but after I get my Christmas cards completed, I plan to play some. I make all of the same design, make about 70 cards, all the same design. I have a weekend of inking and stamping going on here, at least that is what I’ve planned. I’m also hosting Thanksgiving next week, and yep, still working. I’m still trying to adjust to not having my bro on earth, I know he’s in heaven, but I find myself bursting into tears a few times a day. I’m still “coloring” as I watch TV most evenings, keeps me calm. Thanks for getting me interested in adult coloring books. Thanks for all that you do, inspiring us crafty folk.

    • Roxy says

      He’ll Sheri I just read your sweet comment to Kathy. I am so sorry about your bro just want to send you a very heartfelt hug and wish you much love and laughter this Thanksgiving

      • Kathy Racoosin says

        So sorry to hear about your brother. I’m glad to hear the coloring books give you peace. Hugs and finding joy in the upcoming holidays. 🙂

  60. conil says

    Sayin’ hi! and that this wreath is drop-dead gorgeous. Only the coloring queen…that’s YOU…could make is shine like you do.

  61. Rushd_Lady says

    Yes, there are some days when I wish there were more hours in my day to get everything I would like to get done done, especially when it comes to my hobbies! Have a great day, a 24 hours full day, Kathy! Make the most of it! 🙂

  62. Ronda says

    What an innovative way to get even more use out of the stamp set.. Thank you for all of your creative ideas.

  63. Mary Holshouser says

    Hi
    Also want to say I love how you embossed the cactus with the silver and then die cut.
    they are pretty on their own and look great in the wreath.
    thanks for sharing.

  64. KT Fit Kitty says

    Hi, Kathy! Congratulations on this stamp set – it’s awesome! I’ve been loving all the tags and cards you’ve been making – and that others have been making! I’m seeing these stamps all over the place! Thanks for the giveaway – would be so happy to win.

  65. Paulette S. says

    Hi Kathy! What a unique way to use your awesome stamp set! You look at stamps and dies like no other crafter. I can’t wait to see what you do with this set next! Thanks for all that you share, it really helps me look at my supplies differently, plus I get to see all of your amazing coloring in different mediums. xo

  66. Barbara Leonard says

    Love, love, love this November kit!! Who wouldn’t like to make a “paper terrarium”?

  70. carol says

    *Hi*, Kathy.! We’re under a 14 inch blanket of snow where I live, so seeing your work magic with these succulents is more than wonderful…reminders of spring and summer (I’m done with winter right. this. minute. *grin*). Your wreath: innovative and gorgeous!
    ~c

  71. Rosali says

    I really love this! The woodgrain background is my favorite!!! But also, the distress coloring gives a stunning impression!

  73. barb macaskill says

    I haven’t gotten a chance to play with my Succulents set yet but if I ever get over my infection and granddaughter gives me a few free minutes I will be playing with it!!! I absolutely love this wreath and think it will be the first thing I create!!
    What a great giveaway for the lucky winner!! Fingers crossed! Thank you for all you do for us!!

      • barb macaskill says

        I have to keep going so that my granddaughter has a safe place to spend her time! She was so good yesterday. She knew I was sick and sat on the bed watching tv while I dozed! LOVE that little girl so much!

  74. Bobbie says

    Hi Kathy, really love what you can do with this kit. I finally have mine and can’t wait to play with it. Yes I really wish there was more time in a day or that I could figure a way to let everyone else answer the phone, clean house and the big one cook dinner. Wow what I could get done. Thanks

  78. Patt H. says

    Kathy, you are so clever at using stamps & dies in so many different ways. I love the wreath design . Your coloring is awesome, as usual, & the silver Peace sentiment really pops on this one. Great job!

  79. Valerie Wood says

    Love seeing what you do with your talent! What a great way to put another use to dies! Thanks for always sharing.

  80. Roxy says

    Hi Kathy I also love how you stretch this beautiful stamp set and to use a blending tool to color genius would save so much time.. The wreath is so beautiful and just a gorgeous card… Big Hugs to you and wishing you and yours a wonderfyl Thanksgiving❤️

  83. Janet Sisk says

    I love using stamps in unconventional ways, too! What a creative holiday wreath! I used a stamp set recently that looked like the old spiral graph art and made it into a wreath also. I like the challenge of seeing how many ways you can use a stamp set. Thanks for the inspiration AND chance to win a great prize! 😀

  85. Teresa Doyle says

    Hi Kathy. Your wreath is beautiful and so is that peace die! You should be proud of the cards you made and your stamp set, they are all AMAZING!
    Oh and YES, I have probably said a dozen times this past month that there are NOT enough hours in a day! I have SO much I want to do and not near enough time each day.

  87. Pam Hammarlund says

    I love this idea using this dye set. I would have never thought of it if you hadn’t demonstrated this for us Kathy. Thank you. I appreciate it!!

  91. Berina Febin says

    Beautiful card!! Love the idea of a succulent wreath!! Very beautiful!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

  92. Anastasia says

    Hi Kathy, I’ve seen and also made wreath cards but never have I seen one made of succulents! You are so creative to have create this one. I heart it!

  93. Judy B says

    Hi Kathy. Love how you showed us how to use our stamp set in a different way. I really need to put my thinking cap on and see if I can find some of my stamps to use in another way other than intended. Thanks for sharing.

  95. Terry B. says

    Hi!
    Your cards are really cute! You sure have a gift of thinking outside the box!
    Thanks for the chance to win!

  96. Susan says

    You are so right….that set is so versatile. I never would’ve thought to use the brush image to make a wreath. So clever. Such perfect coloring. Perfect card. Thanks for giving us the great ideas.

  98. Vicki Taxier says

    It amazes me that you can come up with something every day. My mind doesn’t work that fast! You make such beautiful things and I want to copy you all the time . Please enter me into your giveaway. I love the idea of the succulents in the wreath. I like making wreath cards for the holidays and other occasions as well but I don’t think I would have thought to use that. Thanks for all your inspiration .

  100. Denise Vachon says

    I love all the ideas that you have given for your stamp and die set. I just bought mine and cannot wait to use it. Can’t wait to see what you come up with next. 🙂

  103. TracyM #6773 says

    BEAUTIFUL inking, GORGEOUS wreath and VERY CLEVER design – LOVE IT ALL!!! This really is a FABULOUS set Kathy – YOU should be VERY PROUD!!! I’m thinking this would be a great project for me to practice my ink blending and I could enjoy some fussy cutting time while watching a bit of Dr Who => THANK YOU for sharing 🙂

  104. Gail Plaskiewicz says

    I love what you did with the wreath! How cool is that? I always love all the stuff you do, don’t I? Fussy cutting is what you call it? I call it I don’t have a die cutter so if I want anything like this, I need to use scissors! LOL
    You said to just pop in and say HI so that’s what I’m doing, popping in and saying HI!

  105. Ann B says

    Hi Kathy! I love your succulent stamp set and all the cards you’ve made with them are gorgeous 🙂

  111. bev p says

    Hi! This is so unexpected, but amazing. I absolutely love the woodgrain background for this, and you are right, it is an amazing woodgrain background! I got so tickled the other day with my 5 year-old grandgirl. She is making Christmas cards for her family, and HAD to add a straw background for a manger stamp she colored! (It actually looked really cool when we taped it all together!) She has a 59 year head start on me in card crafting! What will she do when she’s my age????

  114. Petra says

    what great ideas you gave us again with this wonderful stamps, so beautiful ! I would sure like to take part in your give away, thanks for your kindness! greetings Petra

  115. Melissa friedrich says

    Wow! These cards and tags are awesome, love th succulent wreath especially! The silver embossing makes this so festive and your ink blending and coloring is so fabulous as always. I love your creations! Thanks for the generous giveaway

  117. Lin says

    What is it about wreaths that I love so much? I would never have thought to make one using this set, but it is wonderful, Kathy! Now I’ll be looking at all my stamps differently with this idea in mind!

  119. Pai Meng says

    Kathy, this is awesome! i never would have thought to use the succulent like that! you really have designed an amazing set.

  121. Denise Candelaria says

    HI
    Gorgeous wreath as always you do wonderful work and inspire all to do great things. Thank you for your inspiration.

  124. Janelle Graham says

    Kathy, you are amazing with the many ways you can find to use your stamps. I think I have seen every way a wreath can be made now that I have seen one from succulents!

  126. Michelle t says

    Beautiful card, you’re so talented. Thanks for your reply to my comment about the Copic markers and water spritzing. Very kind. Thanks for a chance to win. Michelle t

  131. Linda W. (ScrappinBari) says

    Gorgeous succulent wreath, Kathy! Just adore your kit for HA – got mine, plus the matching dies and so far have managed to stamp three gnomes (so cute!!). Now I will have to try a succulent wreath – thanks for the inspiration!!

  134. MaryKay says

    Howdy. Haven’t been around for a few. Putting central Aire in our very 1st home is taking all my blog stalking and crafting time away from me.
    I am nuts about that stamp set. I got hooked on it 1st time I seen it. Such a cute and versatile set.
    I too enjoy fussy cutting. Most people despise doing it anymore, hence all the die cut machines. Which are super awesome too don’t get me wrong, but also pricey, well for my budget anyway.
    Your so creative. Love your coloring.

  138. Sara says

    Hi Kathy!! Your cards are all so amazing and so very pretty!! I enjoyed reading and looking at them so much. Thanks for sharing!! And yes, I need many more hours in the day!!! Lol!!

  142. Angela Walters says

    You are so clever! I think it would have been a long time before it occurred to me to make a wreath out of a succulent! I used to live in Arizona and anytime I see a cactus or succulents it reminds me of when I lived out there. I had some really great times!

  143. Pam T, says

    Talk about stretching your stamps!! Amazing idea and its beautiful. Also love watching your detailed videos. Have a wonderful holiday season.

  145. shartl says

    What a creative way to make a wreath and use that succulent stamp! I have some relatives who live in Arizona that would get a kick out of a card like this!

  146. Wanda says

    Your wreath is just perfect! I love the colors and the whimsical look! Happy you shared your beautiful creation,

  147. D~DesignsByDragonfly says

    Wow Thanks for sharing your wonderful tag , card and helpful tips. What a versatile set
    Crafty hugs,
    Dawn
    DesignsbyDragonfly.blogspot

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