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June 17, 2016 •

Simon Says Let’s Hop-video & prizes

Among the Stars 928x408 Blog Hop

Hello Friends, Welcome to Simon Says Stamp “Among the Stars” blog hop. As usual Simon brings us another exciting and versatile new release BUT… wait until you hear about the GIVEAWAY…love it!! More on that below.

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Today I have a video to share my process on creating this card. It’s a star-tastic stamp set called, “Shine On” . My goal is to give you another way to look at the stamps.

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Simon’s stencil “Large Dots” is an oldie but a goodie & it’s on my must have list. Vellum is used in the background to mute it but, more on that in the my video.

If you want to watch in HD click here.

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This sun was screaming to be colored so I wasn’t going to argue. I used some of my older stamps to pull this look together. This for the leaves, this for the stem and this for the flower pot. If you like the card take a peek around your craft room and I am sure you will find something that will work for the pot, leaves and stem.

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Using the post it tape and distress ink is what worked to create my striped background then I added a layer of vellum on top.

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Above is some more details on creating my flower card. I hope you like it 🙂 Yesterday I shared this card and a few details in this post. 

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GIVEAWAY: Simon will be giving away a new surprise product from a future release on every stop of the hop…how cool! AND Yes that’s FOURTEEN chances to win. (The more you comment the better your chances). The winner will be picked from the comments on each blog & will be announced on the Simon Says Stamp blog Monday June 20th. Best of luck 🙂

LET’S HOP: To start at the beginning of the hop click here. The next stop on the hop is the talented Wanda Guess. Thanks for watching and thanks sooo much for your visit today. Have a great weekend. Hugs, Kathy

P.S. On ANOTHER NOTE: I want to take this opportunity to let you  know that my next 30 day coloring challenge is around the corner …. JULY 5th! Yay!  I have more details coming soon. Here is a video that might answer some questions in the meantime.

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Comments

  1. Sandy M says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:11 am

    Wow, Kathy! Your cards are amazing! Love them all!

  2. Liz Mcallister says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:30 am

    I thought I didn’t need any new stamp so, but that celestial set is fab!

  3. Shelley says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:38 am

    I just love your plant card…the colors, the combination of stamps-it all came together just beautifully!

  4. Leah says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:39 am

    Amazing…that sun flower is stunning!

  5. Lori Cullen says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:47 am

    Such beautiful coloring!

  6. Shubhi Srivastava says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:54 am

    The colours and those stamps make a wonderful combination.

  7. Camilla, Sweden says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:54 am

    Simply beautiful!!!

  8. Susi says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:59 am

    I was in awe when I saw how you used the Shine On stamp set for your first card, but when I scrolled down to see your 2nd, my jaw dropped!
    Two absolutely gorgeous cards, Kathy.

  9. Natalia says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:00 am

    Lord I really like the way you’ve colored everything!! I like the resulting combination very very much!!

  10. Alexandra S says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:02 am

    Wonderful cards ! I love your idea of putting the stars and moon all around the sun!

  11. Melissa SunshineHoneyBee says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:11 am

    Like the colors, arrangement, layers & more in your creations. Like how you used vellum. As far as what am I looking forward to this Summer I’m hoping to go to the StockYards in Ft Worth TX which I’ve never been to and trek to the Dallas & Ft Worth Zoos. Have a Bee-utiful day!
    Melissa
    “Sunshine HoneyBee”

  12. Kelli S. says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:12 am

    Both cards are amazing. Lovely coloring!

  13. Maria Valente says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:13 am

    Amazing cards!
    Hugs

  14. Beka says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:22 am

    Amazing cards! Thanks for sharing them!

  15. Lillian Child says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:22 am

    Kathy, these cards are a.ma.zing!!!!

  16. Judy Hall says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:24 am

    Wow! Both cards are amazing! I love the soothing blue of the first card. The sun flower card is just awesome! Thanks for sharing these beauties!

  17. Barb Chmura says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:26 am

    What a unique take with the stamp set. Love the “sunflower”!!!!

  18. Dee Earnshaw says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:33 am

    Love your video and card project, Kathy. They are always so inspirational and instructional. Thank you:)

  19. Lisa K says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:37 am

    Awesome take on the stamp. I love the flower you made from that sun.

  20. Debbie says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:39 am

    I love your cards! Can’t wait to watch all the videos from this blog hop…

  21. Stephanie Savidge says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:43 am

    I’m loving the Summer Time Animals set. So cute!

  22. Christy Velasquez says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:45 am

    Wow your cards are just gorgeous! I love the window card and that is such a great idea!

  23. ANN GREENE says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:49 am

    Wow, Kathy! These cards are amazing. The second card is really stunning.

  24. Chris Handy says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:54 am

    Amazing cards. So colorful.

  25. Tammy says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:56 am

    Your cards a works of art not just cards. They are gorgeous.

  26. Sandie says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:04 am

    Fabulous cheers

  27. Kathy H says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:06 am

    I love these cards! They looks so incredible, especially the face on the second card. Wish I had your talent!

  28. Anne Casillas says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:08 am

    Oh this is the sweetest card!!! I love how you used these die cuts and the colors! Amazing ♡♡♡

  29. barb macaskill says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:09 am

    I NEED the entire SSS new release selection!! So many fun stamps and dies to play with!!!
    Your cards are absolutely amazing!! Both are so difffernt but equally amazing!! TFS!

  30. Elaine Weberg says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:09 am

    Super cards!

  31. Joanne H says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:11 am

    You are the Queen of coloring! Love Love Love Simon Says Stamp!

  32. Roro designer says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:11 am

    Very lovely card thanks for sharing

  33. Michelle C says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:13 am

    The cards are so soft and sweet! I especially love the first one! Very inspiring indeed – thanks!

  34. Amy Cooley says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:14 am

    Fabulous card and amazing colors! I just love this release!

  35. {vicki} in ga says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:15 am

    Love these cards
    Love among the stars!

  36. Kristina CraftyPaws says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:16 am

    OMGEE these cards are so beautiful! I love luv LOVE that celestial flower you created! Gorgeous!

  37. Jennie says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:22 am

    I love your projects! And I cannot wait for the next come challenge!

  38. Melynn says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Great video and both cards are fab! Love the sentiments in this release.

  39. Michele says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Kathy – you are so awesome at thinking outside the box for your stamps and all your little details are amazing.

    Meanwhile – 30 DAY COLORING CHALLENGE; WHOOP, WHOOP – can’t wait!!

  40. Ginger says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:28 am

    Love the sun!!

  41. Paige says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:31 am

    I love all those layers!

  42. Annette says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Very creative! I appreciate how you take a stamp and look at it another way!

  43. Lizzie Stoltz says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Thanks for sharing lots of ideas to try with the new release!

  44. Erica says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:34 am

    I love your cards, your style is totally different. The coloring is amazing!

  45. Cindy R. says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:35 am

    What interesting colorful cards!! Great job!

  46. Patricia Chalas says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Wao!! Kathy your cards are great!!!

  47. Sharon Tate says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:36 am

    These card are lovely, I love the colours, anyone receiving these cards would be very happy

  48. SabineV says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Love your cards!!! I love how you did the stars and the moon!

  49. Melissa friedrich says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:37 am

    Beautiful cards, and I love how you pulled from your stash to make your “sun plant!”

  50. Claudia Lapos says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:37 am

    Beautiful cards, thanks for sharing!

  51. Linda says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:37 am

    Your cards are always an inspiration

  52. Claudia Lapos says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:40 am

    Lovely cards!

  53. Megan Harp says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:41 am

    Amazing cards! Love what you created with your second one!!

  54. meghan says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:43 am

    Wonderful cards ! I love your idea of putting the stars and moon all around the sun!

  55. Janet B says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:43 am

    Love your cards! Great tips, too. Enjoyed watching the video.

  56. Carol says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:46 am

    Your “sun” card is STUNNING!!

  57. Marty R says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:46 am

    Love the sun flower

  58. Anna K. says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:47 am

    Very pretty.

  59. Mary Holshouser says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:48 am

    I love the shades of blue on the first card.
    Framing the moon is a great idea.
    The blooming flower is beautiful.
    I’d be thrilled to get either of these
    in the mail.
    thanks for sharing.

  60. Urvi PARIKH says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:50 am

    Lovely cards and stamps set.

  61. Rachel says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:50 am

    Love the unconventional use of the celestial stamps, your cards turned out beautifully!

  62. Maggie Feng says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:53 am

    The coloring is great! I still need to build up my collection of Copics…

  63. Karry says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:55 am

    Great cards, I love the sunflower card. Great coloring! So fun! Can’t Waite for the color challenge.

  64. Teri W says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:55 am

    Great cards! Love the addition of the star and moon do dads!

  65. Kailash says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Your cards are gorgeous and inspire us to prurchase all these wonderful products!!!

  66. Dot Freel says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Both of your cards are gorgeous. I love how the stars and moon are on stakes or whatever you would call them. That second card though – it’s stunning!!!!

  67. Rachel Bergfeld says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:59 am

    Beautiful work, as always! I love coming to your blog to see what you come up with next!

  68. Lori Gliva says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:01 am

    Love the card! Thanks!

  69. Elizabeth Velazquez says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:06 am

    Beautiful cards!

  70. Leanne E says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:07 am

    Love both of these cards! Especially the vellum overlay on the second card. I don’t use vellum enough!

  71. Lori says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:09 am

    The sun card is gorgeous! Well worth all the work!

  72. Cindy Aguirre says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:09 am

    Cute cards! So creative! I really enjoyed your video!

  73. Kimb says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:11 am

    Wow!!!! Your cards look amazing!!!! You are always so creative and inspiring!!!!

  74. Leah N says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:12 am

    Love all 3 designs! I also love your colouring technique!

  75. Leslie559 says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:14 am

    Great cards! Thank you for sharing!

  76. Cassie says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:17 am

    beautiful cards! Lots of color & eye catching!

  77. Nina says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:19 am

    Fabulous cards!

  78. Elise Smith says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Wow, both of your cards are stunning! Thanks for sharing your talent and creativity 🙂

  79. Denise L Potter says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:27 am

    Both cards are beautiful, imaginative and different. Without you and others showing what can be done with stamp sets, I would really struggle to buy some of them. Now, referring to your video: while I enjoy Jennifer, I also enjoy you and many others! You each have your own flavor, “eye” for design, delivery (I love a chance to LOL at your self deprecating comments, as I do with Laura Bassan and Sandy Allnock). So happy you are all different – viva the flavors! Thanks for hosting the 30 Day Coloring Challenges too. While I don’t always get around to participating, I enjoy the process and the fun others are having. Keep doing what you do so very well.

  80. zsofia molnar says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:28 am

    I love the way you used this set, so creative 🙂 Thanks for the inspiration Kathy! All the best from Budapest, Zsofi

  81. Kathy Lewis says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:28 am

    Wow! You were really inspired by the new products! Lovely cards!!!

  82. Jen Brauer says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:30 am

    Nice window card.

  83. Melanie says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Great cards!

  84. Beverly Jordan says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:35 am

    Love your gorgeous coloring and cards!! You are so creative!

  85. Kara Martin says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:35 am

    I love the way you used the stamp set to make a flower – very different and unique!

  86. Jackie says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:36 am

    Beautiful cards! I really love the sun in the flower pot, that’s a brilliant idea!

  87. Diane Zalusky says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Love how the stars look like flowers.

  88. Michelle O. says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:40 am

    Love your cards! Might join in the coloring challenge… I’ve seen them before but this will be my first time joining in! Look forward to it 🙂

  89. Robin Ridpath says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:41 am

    Beautiful cards! I wish I could color like you!

  90. SuzanD says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:42 am

    Great cards.The sunflower is so beautiful.

  91. Bobbie says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:44 am

    Such a beautiful card Kathy, I can’t speak for everyone but I can for me and I will always put you first on my list of crafter’s to follow because of the fact when our home was hit with the tornado and I thought all was lost and believe me had no way to release stress, I received a package of crafting items that got me started back up and helped me through the worse time of my life. For that my dear I wish always be thankful for you and learn from you. Your the best.

  92. Nikki Anderberg says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:46 am

    Your cards are amazing! Enjoyed your video very much.

  93. Debbie Barba says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:47 am

    LOVE LOVE LOVE these cards! The colors you use are so perfect! I never would have thought of these designs with this stamp set. Thanks so much for sharing. All of you ladies make me a better artist and for that I thank you!

  94. Shirley Qu-wannabecre8tive says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:47 am

    I love your cards and the new “Shine On” set. You have chosen perfect colors for them. I think this set is going on my wish list.

  95. Linda M says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Beautiful cards–as usual! Oh how I wish I had your creative talent! Thanks for sharing your creativity!

  96. Tara Prince says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:51 am

    Beautiful cards!!

  97. Oliev says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:54 am

    Amazing cards, thanks for sharing!

  98. Deb Selby says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:55 am

    Both cards are beautiful but the second one was a stunning surprise.

  99. Diane says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:56 am

    Love the soft backgrounds combined with these bold images, so beautiful!!

  100. Lisa D. says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:56 am

    I really like both cards.

  101. Louise P. says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:57 am

    Love the coloring!!

  102. Jeannie Ross says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:58 am

    That sun flower is awesome! thanks for sharing.

  103. Tami B says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Your creativity is really shining thru on these. Great job!

  104. Suzanne Webb says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    What great cards, I love that big polka dot background!

  105. Natalie Winterstein says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    Beautiful cards! I love this new release! 🙂

  106. Laura Tuck says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:03 pm

    Wonderful card, it would make a great baby card too!

  107. Iliana Ramirez says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:05 pm

    Love what you have done with the sun. So beautiful.

  108. Barbara F. says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:08 pm

    I love your cards-what a unique way of using the stamps! This blog-hop is fun! Thank-you!

  109. Joyce says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    I can’t believe July is almost here!
    Beautiful coloring and awesome finished cards!
    What a great giveaway! Something fun to look forward to for the lucky winner!

  110. Heather DePasquale says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:14 pm

    My favorite color is blue. Absolutely love your card and the elements you used. Will definitely try these techniques. Thanks for sharing!

  111. Jan Elmore says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    Your cards are stunning! Great release and cute themes!

  112. Jan D., FL says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:18 pm

    You are so clever and I always learn from you and your videos. Loved how you tackled lining up all the die cut pieces….note to self.

    Your ears should have been burning yesterday….my crafting friend came over to make some cards and we made one similar to your recent Altenew one with the black foam shadow and the pink circle background. I showed her how you use the nubby rag and the 0 blending solution to mottle the copic coloring….it worked perfectly. Of course, I gave you the credit for the technique and the idea for the card….ours wasn’t exactly like yours since I didn’t have the same stamps and dies, but, surprisingly, I had something very similar. The cards turned out very nicely. Thank you.

    Looking forward to the coloring challenge….

    Have a great weekend.

    • Kathy Racoosin says

      June 17, 2016 at 12:31 pm

      Aww thanks for saying that Jan. Loved your story and you totally made my day. Thanks a million. 🙂

  113. G Evert says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    Amazing colors! Especially that sun card…just makes me smile!

  114. Caren C. says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:22 pm

    Such creative cards!

  115. Tammy R says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:22 pm

    Large Dot Stencil is also one of my favorites! Your coloring is inspiring!! So beautiful…

  116. Terri Mariani says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:23 pm

    Awesome cards! Thanks for sharing.

  117. Patti G says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    I love both of your cards but the sunflower one is amazing!!!

  118. Linda Grady says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:32 pm

    Awesome star set; love the sun image and your coloring on it. Also like the striped background behind the vellum.

  119. Linda S. says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:35 pm

    Wow, what an amazing use of these stamps.

  120. Becky says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    I love the celestial set, and you’ve made some fabulous cards with it! Thanks for sharing.

  121. Cecilia H says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:40 pm

    I love the night time look of you first card. That is a great stamp set. I think I’m going to have to have it. But your card with the sun is a show stopper. Really beautiful! TFS.

  122. Janet D. says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:45 pm

    I love, love, love your cards!! Wow!! Your coloring is amazing (of course)!! 🙂

  123. Traci says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    Vellum and ink blending…it just can’t get any better!

  124. Sandra F says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:48 pm

    Love it when you can stretch your stamps! That sunflower is amazing! Love it!

  125. Kirsten B in MN says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    Such amazing coloring! Love the cards!

  126. Carla Hundley says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    What fantastic ways
    to use the stars and
    moon! Love that
    second card.
    Carla from Utah

  127. Christine Canfield says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:56 pm

    your coloring is just perfect!

  128. Nancy Allin says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:56 pm

    I love your beautiful celestial creations! I always learn so much by watching your work. The new release by SSS is “out of this world” awesome!!

  129. Patricia Nikkila says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    What’s not to love? These cards a perfect!

  130. Aileene Fitzpatrick says

    June 17, 2016 at 12:59 pm

    Hi, your card designs are simply heavenly.

  131. Verna Angerhofer says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:03 pm

    Your cards are so beautiful. thanks for the inspiration!

  132. Barbara Adams says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    Love the cards!

  133. Nicole N says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    Fantastic cards. I really like the “sun”flower!

  134. Joany Campos says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    I like the card and the attention that you put into making it also the other ones that you can make with this new release.

  135. Vicki Smith says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:09 pm

    Your cards are epic and the coloring is awesome. The second card is my favorite!

  136. Becca Yahrling says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    Do you ever get tired of hearing “Wow” to describe your cards? I sure hope not, because they are!

  137. Debbie says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    Love the cards! Thanks for sharing your talents with us!

  138. Allison H. says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:14 pm

    Very nice! Beautiful work!

  139. Angie Williams says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    Beautiful Kathy. Love the colors. Tfs and the chance to win the giveaway.

  140. Geri S. says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:17 pm

    Different and amazing! Wow!

  141. Viola Leary says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    Love the stenciling of the blue circles. I need to use my stencils more. Thanks for the inspiration.

  142. maaike uijthoven says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    great cards, love that moon stamp! and good lcuk on your upcoming coloring challenge again!

  143. Verda says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    Your cards are amazing. This release is awesome.

  144. Brenda Gallant says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:25 pm

    Love your card… And nice colouring .

  145. Linda Duensing says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    Great video and cards. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

  146. Kathryn A says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:29 pm

    Very creative use of the stamps and dies! Love your colouring, too.

  147. Nancy Riley says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:30 pm

    Your cards are both just gorgeous!! I’m loving this stamp set and really enjoyed your video!

  148. Marie says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:31 pm

    Thanks for sharing your cards =)

  149. Kimberly Lackenbach says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    Beautiful cards, such different ways to use the stamps. I love it!

  150. Robin C says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:34 pm

    WOW! These are gorgeous! I very much enjoyed your video too! Hugs, Robin

  151. Karen Page says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:34 pm

    Love the polka dot background!!! Great cards!

  152. Rebecca says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:35 pm

    Your cards are beautiful! I love all the shading with distress inks. Thanks for the tutorial on how you did this.

  153. Isabelle says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:36 pm

    Yours cards are gorgeous ! I love the idea to grow sunshine…. I could make a great use of it right now, we have a very wet spring here in Switzerland.
    Thank you for sharing your creativity with us.

  154. Brenda in IN says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:39 pm

    Oh Kathy, I love how you did the window and added the dots around the frame. Great cards.

  155. Leyna S. says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    Love your card!

  156. Carolyn Roberds says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:41 pm

    Loved the way you colored the cards – beautiful. As to my summer – I’m going on my first cruise – ever – with my husband to the caribbean – this summer – he says it is a one and only trip because he will never get on a boat again, but I’m hoping that once he’s on it he’ll love it – I am soooooo excited. So basically I’m wishing my summer away because we don’t leave until September, I know that’s horrible, but I am so excited.

  157. Jean Arizona says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    Love your cards. Thanks for sharing.

  158. Kay Vlosich says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:45 pm

    Your video inspired me to dive into stencils and blending. I really love your card and the circle stencil. Thanks for your creative sharing!

  159. Lydia says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    Love your design placement and color combinations of this card. Thank you for sharing your creativity and art with us!

  160. Carole Miller says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:54 pm

    Love your cards, especially where you turned the sun into a flower. Nice job!

  161. Kathleen Caffey says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    I am in lover with this stamp and die set. It is one of mm you new favorites. Love what you did with it.

  162. Cindy says

    June 17, 2016 at 1:55 pm

    I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed these cards. Stunning.

  163. Gail Scott says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    Stunning creations!

  164. Elvira Anadón says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:00 pm

    I really like the way you colour your cards! It’s magical…

  165. Abby says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    Great card! Love this stamp set!

  166. Irene says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:05 pm

    Wow! You really make this stamp set shine. Your creativity never fails to amaze!

  167. Annette Hindes says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    OoooOoo !!!
    Love the colors you pick!
    Really like that you use old items in a new way!

  168. Julie H In MN says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    Thanks for the “new” look. Both your cards are awesome!!

  169. Andrea1702 says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:13 pm

    Very cool cards!

  170. Jane says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    Love your amazing cards! Thank you.

  171. Jeanne Jordan says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:15 pm

    OMG, love that sun. It’s amazing! Products look super yummy.

  172. Stacy h says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:16 pm

    Really cool cards

  173. Ronda says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:20 pm

    Very cool cards, Kathy!

  174. KatieP says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    Good cards.

  175. Miriam Prantner says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Love how you used those hanging stars in these cards! Such a great way to think outside the box!

  176. Jean Chaney says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:29 pm

    Fantastic cards! I can hardly wait for the new coloring challenge too!

  177. Monika/buzsy says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:35 pm

    Oh, my… I love what you did with that sun on the second card! The soft coloring looks amazing. I also like the window opening on the first one with the stars and moon. So creative.

  178. Kathy says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    Just stunning

  179. Angel Gilbert says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    beautiful once again… Love your coloring and the sentiments are wonderful.

  180. Anita in France says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:40 pm

    These are both amazing, Kathy … I especially love the way the vellum softens the background behind the moon … it gives those fabulous die cuts such a gorgeous glow! Really enjoyed the video … your delivery is so easy going … seems you’re talking to each one of us each individually! Anita 🙂

  181. Andrea says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:41 pm

    I LOVE your sense of color. Classic!

  182. Cyndi Morris says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    I love the celestial elements in this release.

  183. Charlene Dahlberg says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    wonderful cards and super use of the dies !! love the Sun Flower — so cute

  184. Nancy S says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:45 pm

    You never disappoint, your coloring, videos and card designs always an inspiration!

  185. Sandy Redman says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    Very creative use of that stamp set, especially the sun flower in the pot. That card is gorgeous.

  186. Jana Millen says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    Oh my goodness these are fabulous! Like only you could do them! LOVE

  187. Lee Ann Weber says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    I love your moons coloring, it reminds me of old storybook illustration!

  188. Lee says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:49 pm

    Very cool card! And lots of good advice and tips. How cute are the stars on a stick!

  189. Kitty Smith says

    June 17, 2016 at 2:59 pm

    Your coloring skills are just unbeatable! Gorgeous!

  190. Jean Bullock says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    I love watching you work. Great job on both cards. I pinned and gave you a thumbs up on your video!

  191. Lori S says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:02 pm

    Thanks for sharing!

  192. Rose Mary Smalley says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:03 pm

    Love your great cards…thanks so much..hugs

  193. Elizabeth Garcia says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:07 pm

    Stunning cards.

  194. angela says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:08 pm

    such a great idea of using the stars in the window! thanks for tips on using vellum.

  195. barbara lassiter says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    Both cards are just the BEST! Your coloring is superb as usual! This is a fantastic release from SSS and a fun blog hop! 🙂

  196. Lindar C says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:09 pm

    Such clever cards, enjoyed your process.

  197. Laura Ingersoll says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:12 pm

    Love the sun burst card. What a lot of work you did!

  198. Carol g says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Such a nice twist with these stamps.

  199. Kathy Higgins says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:19 pm

    Kathy, what a beautiful card! Thank you for the great ideas!

  200. Harini Thummala says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:19 pm

    Beautiful card … i wish i had some of your talent

  201. Marillyn says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    What a celestial surprise! Very creative.

  202. Rose says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:22 pm

    Beautiful cards the colouring is just gorgeous

  203. Lindarub says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    Cute cards love the saying.

  204. Isabel Z says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:28 pm

    Stunning creations.

  205. melissa h says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    what a stunning card!

  206. Samantha Coleman says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:34 pm

    Love the way you put on the moon and stars it really makes it outstanding! I think this is their best stamp and die release yet. Thank you for sharing how y made them.

  207. Pat eifert says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:36 pm

    Beautiful cards Kathy!! Especially love those big bold polka dots!

  208. Brenda says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    All very intriguing and great creations. Thanks for the chance.

  209. Susan McKay says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:39 pm

    I love love love your sun flower pot!

  210. Jan O says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:40 pm

    Creative adaptations, beautiful colouring and wonderful tips!

  211. Becky W. says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:41 pm

    Love your cards! Loved the video!

  212. Deepa Lakshman says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    Very nice cards. Love your coloring.

  213. saxonr says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:46 pm

    wow..amazing cards! love the coloring!

  214. Barb says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:50 pm

    So creative… Looks like so much fun to color!

  215. Rachel B. says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    Beautiful and very creative cards!

  216. Rachel Bertrand says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    Beautiful and very creative cards!

  217. Christy Q says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Wow, wow, yet more stunners from you, as always!! Thanks for showing how you created that beautiful background!

  218. KR says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Oh my gosh…I love how you used those those star images. In my head they dangled and you used them in a different direction showcasing their versatility. The blue moon card is my favorite.

  219. Kathy Jo says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Wow! Great cards! Very inspiring.

  220. Sabrina Radican says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:57 pm

    Beautiful cards and wonderful sentiments!!

  221. PAULA BYNUM says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    Kathy you do wonderful work! Your videos are great! I look forward to them, The two cards today looked magical.

  222. Sherry W. says

    June 17, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I really like that sun and how you used it!

  223. Denise says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:02 pm

    I love your last card it looks like such a happy summer card

  224. Kanako says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:06 pm

    Thank you for sharing 🙂

  225. Dolly says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:06 pm

    Awesome cards Kathy! SO pretty!
    Now I love Jennifer McGuire, she’s totally awesome!! but you do NOT sound any less professional than Jennifer…you know what you are talking about and you convey your knowledge in a totally professional easy to follow voice. So you get a little tongue twisted …that’s okay. Heck that happens to me when I am just normally chatting to friends or family never mind in front of hundreds of adoring fans!
    😀
    TFS Kathy such cool cards!

  226. Dawn M.H. says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    More great cards!

  227. Barbara says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:14 pm

    Fun card. Like how you used the stencil and window.

  228. jengd says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:16 pm

    Great cards Kathy! I love your sun but the way you flipped the stars is fabulous!

  229. Casie W says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:17 pm

    So many beautiful elements!

  230. Heather Nelson says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    Amazing creativity! Love your sun flower card!!! Your moon and stars are fabulous. I love the colors you used on both cards

  231. Cal Shrive says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    I love both of your cards Kathy. I will be coming back after the blog hop to watch more of your videos. Your voice over was perfect by the way, its nice to be yourself!

  232. Jennifer Paci says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:27 pm

    eeek these cards are gorgeous! I love this set and ordered it right after the release went live! I can’t wait to use it! thanks so much for the inspiration!

  233. Cathy Nelson says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    Beautiful cards! I love your style! Thanks for sharing.

  234. LesLee Stone-Rasmus says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    You never cease to amaze me with your talent and all the little details that make your cards stand out from all the rest. I can spot them a mile away! Thanks for sharing.. Hopefully I will get to color with you this go around!

  235. Renee says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:31 pm

    Great job!

  236. Renee Person says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:45 pm

    These cards are wonderful. I love how you make stamps and dies take on so many personas. Well done.

  237. John K. says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    Nice ideas. Vellum is so hard for me to use I don’t know why, I just never really know what to do with it so I’ll try the muting effect you showed, thanks. I’ve used it for “glassware” and stuff too, which worked out pretty well.

  238. Anne says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:53 pm

    I love the sun flower card (the second one) I shouldn’t say that because I love all your cards always! Thank you for shareing!

  239. Angie Hall says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:53 pm

    Very colorful cards today. I admire your patience and attention to detail. I love that you aren’t overly professional with our videos. I admire all of the artists video styles.

  240. Sue D. says

    June 17, 2016 at 4:55 pm

    Amazing cards. The potted “SUN”flower is a true work of art. TFS!!

  241. Linda Carson says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:06 pm

    Creative, inspirational, and absolutely amazing artwork!! Awesome job!

  242. Stephanie G says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:07 pm

    Loving this his hop! I am a first timer and the cards are awesome. I am learning so much! Thanks!

  243. Teresa Doyle says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Kathy, your work is always amazing and I love your conversation with us as you go through the voice over! You are just like us! Love it! Thanks for all that you do and the chance to win!
    Love Simon’s blog hops…ALL of my fav. bloggers are in one place!

  244. Kathy W says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:12 pm

    I need to get that stencil. Love to dot backgrouind

  245. Donna W says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    Yikes! That Sun card with the stars around it in the pot – I’m drooling. So much awesome-ness!! 🙂

  246. Larissa Heskett says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:20 pm

    SQUEAL!! LOVING LOVING LOVING the New Release and the AMAZING Designs you’ve shared!! ALWAYS SO CREATIVE!! =) THANKS for sharing the Video and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

  247. Jennifer K says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    Your cards all all AMAZING and I loved your video too! I love, love the flower/sun flower pot card, it is so creative and gorgeous!

  248. Joyce says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    Always so creative! Great designs, and I can’t wait for the next 30 days. I can’t believe July is so close already!

  249. stephanie B. says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    i really love the stacked hearts and the stacked stars dies!

  250. Susan Pezza says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:33 pm

    What great cards! I love how you really think outside the box!

  251. Sonia W says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    Your cards are amazing !!

  252. Kathren says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:43 pm

    I love how you created the Sun Flower card! So pretty =)

  253. Rosemary D says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    both cards are just amazing, but that second one is so clever!! love it!!

  254. Agata says

    June 17, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    You have always such brilliant ideas, those are no exception!

  255. Maribel monsalve says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:00 pm

    Love the look of your cards!!

  256. Val says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:06 pm

    Wow! Your cards are just fabulous. I was sort of “on the fence” about getting this set, but after seeing your cards, it’s definitely going on my wish list for my next order. Should I be thanking you?

  257. Kayre says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    Amazing cards…your creativity makes me want to stamp!

  258. Alice says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    Just love both of these cards. Always enjoy watching your videos!

  259. Cath says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:10 pm

    Gorgeous Cards!!

  260. Charlotte C says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:13 pm

    I was so fascinated watching you work. Your cards are just too beautiful.

  261. Theresa says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    Love the sun

  262. Tricia Ann says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    Sweet! I especially love the “sun” flower – beautiful .

  263. Denise Ward says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    Thanks for sharing your creativity with us on this blog hop! The new SSS products are featured so well in your designs! Lovely!

  264. Beth Z says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:19 pm

    Both of these cards are wonderful, I have to try

  265. Lagene says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:21 pm

    Awesome card! Thanks for the video!

  266. Maria Trumbley says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:28 pm

    Oh my! Beautiful is all I can say!

  267. Mardi Weber says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    This is such a great release. I love the way your card came together. The colors are perfect. The second card is also great.

    Btw, I love your videos. If they were just like Jennifer’s, they wouldn’t be yours! And that would be sad. You both have your own way of making great videos that teach me new things!

  268. Patricia Duell says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    Love the colors you used, like the orange and blue complements!

  269. Janet Ingraham says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    Such awesome techniques and stamps!!!!

  270. Richard says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:37 pm

    Kathy, BOTH of these cards are drop-dead amazeballs!

  271. Kathy Wade says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Amazing cards Kath!! Love them all!

  272. Dottie says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:48 pm

    Really nice cards

  273. Megan says

    June 17, 2016 at 6:53 pm

    I’ll have to get some images stamped out so they’re ready to color! Seems like I did better coloring regularly when everything was ready just to color.

  274. Cassandra MacVicar says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:02 pm

    Ohh lovely! Good idea with the vellum, the more muted suits the colours and feel very well 😀 Love that sun image and what you did with it.

  275. Melody W. says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:06 pm

    I LOVE both of your cards, they are just amazing !
    I love the way you arrange the stars and the moon in the first card. And I am stunned by the way you turn the sun into a sunflower and with all the stars around it ! Thank you for inspiration !

  276. Julie Riefkohl says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:17 pm

    I really like the way both of your cards turned out. Very inspiring!!!

  277. FeM says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Great cards. Thanks for sharing your video … always enjoy them. You’re such an inspiration and I do like you just the way you are.

  278. Gail Anderson says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:19 pm

    Love how the stars were shooting up (and a couple from the side).

  279. Susie Sonnier says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:22 pm

    Both cards are so great.

  280. Lisa Smith says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    Love your cards and your video! I can’t wait for your next color challenge! Yay!

  281. Rob Keogh says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:27 pm

    Gorgeous cards, thanks for the inspiration.

  282. Anne Sturgeon says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:29 pm

    Your vides is awesome. Really loving that man in the moon. Thanks for sharing. It is like having your very own one on one class.

  283. Courtney Howard says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:31 pm

    That sun reminds me of art deco, love!

  284. María Alba Negrón says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:40 pm

    Hi Kathy,

    Gorgeous cards! Thanks for the chance to win.

    Cariños,
    María Alba

  285. Carol Mac says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:48 pm

    Love the colors and the stamp set too!

  286. NanouScrap says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:49 pm

    THANKS FOR THIS INSPIRATION ! lovely 🙂

  287. Linda Bostedt says

    June 17, 2016 at 7:50 pm

    OMG love these. So unique

  288. Theresa says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:00 pm

    I really liked the first card but WOW on the second one. I just loved the sun and flower pot, What a great idea. Thanks for sharing.

  289. Suzanne E says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    Cute cards!!! Love the big polka dot stencil

  290. Candy B. says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    So many ideas. So little time. Thanks for the inspiration!

  291. Jeri says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    Wonderful and unique cards. So inspiring as always.

  292. Kimberly Rendino says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    Wow, Kathy, gorgeous as always!! And I’m looking forward to the next 30 Day Coloring Challenge!

  293. Gretchen Wilson says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:14 pm

    Kathy you have done it again, such amazing cards and techniques you are using, excellent video as usual. Can’t wait till July 5th.
    Hugs!

  294. Laurie says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    Nice cards – love the sun with all the stars behind it!

  295. Janelle says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:18 pm

    Wow details on your imaginative cards. Thanks for sharing.

  296. Linda S says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:21 pm

    Oh WOW!! These cards are so unique! Love them both!! Didn’t think I needed the celestial set…guess I was wrong!

  297. Mary Walk says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    I have a box of vellum a friend gave to me. You have inspired me to use it!

  298. Tammy B says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:23 pm

    Oh those polka dots. Love the way you did that.

  299. Amante del Papel says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:24 pm

    so beautiful and amazing cards!!!

  300. Jennifer S says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    Beautiful card!!

  301. Lynda says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:29 pm

    Love the sunflower, very cool

  302. Denise Ferguson says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:38 pm

    Those are my favorite cards on the blog hop so far! They definitely deserve a re-look! Thank you Kathy for sharing your beautiful work!

  303. Nancee Purdum says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    I love that dot card! Gorgeous! I can’t wait for your new 30 day challenge!

  304. Dorothy Crosbee says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:39 pm

    Great cards, you are so talented.

  305. Pam Marchand says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    Love Love these cards..want to get all of the new items. Thanks

  306. Christine R says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:41 pm

    The coloring is amazing as always. I love the sun in the flowerpot!

  307. Queen Mary says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:45 pm

    Gorgeous cards! I love them both! Such detailed work!!

  308. Felicita says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:46 pm

    Kathy both cards are amazing and the coloring is just fabulous… thank you for sharing

  309. Cat Craig says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:49 pm

    Love your inventiveness with the stamps, fabulous cards.

  310. Diane says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:52 pm

    Both your cards are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

  311. Enna says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:54 pm

    Great different uses for vellum. I need to go make a card…….

  312. Sandy Small says

    June 17, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    Great card! I really like the sun card also. Thanks for sharing! I am looking forward to July 5.

  313. Elizabeth Crocker says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    I love the way you made your card with these new stamps.

  314. Karen Wade says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:05 pm

    I love what you did. The vellum made the card look very moonish!

  315. Tona says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    LOVE your cards! They are beyond fabulous.

  316. Denise Fonda says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:14 pm

    Kathy, loved the colors that you used. I love stencils too!

  317. Marty Harris says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:15 pm

    You always come up with the most creative, original designs!

  318. Malina says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:20 pm

    This card is beautiful 🙂 I love the moon and stars!

  319. Denise Candelaria says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    Love the flower it is beautiful, it is actually amazing. I love it. You did a wonderful job.

  320. Marcia Scantlin says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    Love how both your cards turned out – just fabulous.

  321. Barbara M says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:36 pm

    Love the cards. Learned a new a new way to arrange those die cuts, thanks!

  322. Becky Reynolds says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:37 pm

    Your cards are amazing. You always amaze me with your creativity. What a great release from SSS.

  323. Brandi R says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:39 pm

    Beautiful cards! Love the soft background behind the adorable moon. The second one….WOW! LOVE that image and gorgeous coloring ♥♥

  324. Rose says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:41 pm

    Two very cute cards. Enjoyed your video

  325. Kelsey says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:45 pm

    Super cute cards 🙂

  326. Janet Swofford says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:50 pm

    Your cards are awesome! Your coloring always knocks my socks off!!!

  327. Leanne in CA says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    Love your videos and beautiful cards! Thank you so much for taking the time to video and sharing!!

  328. Toni Gillette says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:56 pm

    Love this card so very much! I am loving this entire release! There goes the budget! Thanks so much for sharing, and I want to join the 30 day challenge coming up, thanks for the info, looking forward to hearing more!

  329. Dian says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:58 pm

    Love your card!

  330. MoJo says

    June 17, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    What a clever design! You make such beautiful cards!

  331. Anna says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Great work and clever lay out!

  332. joy meadows says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    Great cards and a great video, Kathy! I do like YOU for you – very much! The first card is so much fun with the polka dots. And, the second card is adorable – love your coloring as always.

  333. Janet Abreu says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:07 pm

    Ok I need to learn how to think outside the box! I never would have looked at this celestial set but I love the way you used it. Oh and I need more vellum, lol! By the way can’t wait for the 30 day challenge!

  334. Beth Vallone says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:13 pm

    Love everything in this release! These cards are awesome. Thanks for the inspiration!

  335. Patricia Ladd says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    Great cards Kathy. I especially like the window card. And your patience really shines through on your second card where you put all those stars and moons around the sun! Thank you for sharing.

  336. Gina Mether says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    Nice job. I like it.

  337. DruW says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:19 pm

    Awesome cards!

  338. Aleta Childs says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:23 pm

    Superb use of color!

  339. Sandy says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:29 pm

    Beautiful coloring, as always!

  340. Noreen says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    Love your work.

  341. Jeanette in Illinois says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:45 pm

    Love!!! Your creations are fabulous.

  342. Patty says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:50 pm

    WOW! It is an amazing design.

  343. Rebecca Ednie says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:56 pm

    These are beautiful! I really love them.

  344. Pat McCleary says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:56 pm

    Your cards are a feast for the eyes.

  345. Mel H says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    Beautiful! Love the sun flower!

  346. Amanda says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    Such fun use of all the new products. Makes me want them all.

  347. Sandra KM says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    Fantastic cards! Love the sun faced flower card.

  348. Carol says

    June 17, 2016 at 10:59 pm

    Amazing cards!

  349. renuka singhal says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    wooow which one is my favorite can’t tell both the cards are wonderful. first one is like a baby book and second one oooh I love the blooming sun and moons…super cute.

  350. Charity Chamberlain says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    Adorable and pretty card! I love the color you used as well!

  351. Judy B says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:14 pm

    Fun cards Kathy. I really like both of them but that second one might be just a bit too work for my tired little brain. lol Thanks for sharing with us.

  352. Crystal Wilson says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:15 pm

    Cute cards!

  353. Zehra says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:17 pm

    Beautiful cards, love them

  354. Diane says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    Great cards!

  355. Cindy Wilson says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    What lovely cards and so much information. Thank you so much.

  356. crina says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:20 pm

    You are part of my journey. Finding my place , learning this new(to me) art of card making and paper whispering.
    Thank you.Wonderful cards, amazing ideas!

  357. Vicki Matthews says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:22 pm

    I love this card!

  358. Lynda J says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:24 pm

    Love the flower card!

  359. Cynthia Johnson says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:24 pm

    Oh my gosh, your cards are beautiful. I can tell you put your heart into making them. The colors on the second one are just fabulous!

  360. Mirella ROGAN says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:31 pm

    Kathy these are simply stunning! Love them all!
    Best if luck with the colour challenge, I’m bummed that I can’t join like I told you on Instagram… but I’ll be watching you all! 🙂

  361. Deborah Rikard says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:34 pm

    These designs make me think of Flavia. Do you remember that? Very lovely.

  362. Kim Anning says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:35 pm

    Lovely cards, thanks for the inspiration

  363. Wahnita Hammond says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:36 pm

    WOW!! Those are some super creative cards! Love all the colors 🙂 I have been using vellum more often in my designs, so it’s nice to see a new idea for using it. Thank you!!!

  364. Charyl says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:37 pm

    I like your cards to the moon and back 🙂 I really like the colors you used.

  365. Lisa D says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:38 pm

    Love the circle background

  366. KathleenR says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:44 pm

    Beautiful cards

    Kathleen

  367. LC says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:49 pm

    You are so creative and talented! Beautiful cards! Thanks for the inspiration!

  368. christina says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:50 pm

    Great cards

  369. Teresa says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    Wonderful cards!! Thanks for stamping outside the box!!!

  370. Teresa says

    June 17, 2016 at 11:55 pm

    What a great release from SSS.

  371. Nicole Greene says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:05 am

    Beautiful cards

  372. Dawn T says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:06 am

    Stunning Kathy. Love the way your stenciling looks on the background

  373. Pat Hamm says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:29 am

    Both cards were outstanding … You gave me some new insight on ways to do somethings …

  374. Loly Borda says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:32 am

    Both cards are beautiful Kathy! My favorite is the flower one, such a creative way to use those die cuts and your coloring as usual, is out of this world! You always inspire me! Thank you!

  375. Linda Tupper says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:38 am

    Absolutely beautiful cards. I just love everything about them. Love the Sun, moon and stars. Loved your video. Looking forward to the new coloring chalange.

  376. Kris Boydstun says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:40 am

    Gorgeous cards. I love the night sky look! Thank you for sharing.

  377. Taylor mckay says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:06 am

    Your coloring is always amazing!

  378. Colleen Halpern says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:10 am

    Thanks for the ideas! I would never have thought of using the small stars upside down. Great work.

  379. Denise Freeman says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:19 am

    Neat! The techniques you use are wonderful. Great video with lots of tips. Thank you!

  380. Shannon in AZ says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:22 am

    Wow! Kathy your cards are so detailed and carefully planned out. They are gorgeous!

  381. Gayle says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:32 am

    Love your card and thanks for the great tips about blending.

  382. Debi Vintinner says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:43 am

    Gorgeous cards absolutely love them!!

  383. Leah Ann Gast says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:56 am

    Oh my gosh! These cards are beautiful!!!! LOVE!

  384. Carol MJS says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:14 am

    Amazing cards, Kathy! So original and a little quirky – love that! I’m really looking forward to the colouring challenge and all of the inspiration that comes with it.

  385. Corina says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:17 am

    Really lovely card, your colouring is awesome

  386. Martha A Miller says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:23 am

    Your cards bring a smile to my face! Love how the stars are holding up the moon, LOL, and the sun as a flower is fun!

  387. Karla Jaimes says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:51 am

    Love these! Thank you for sharing. I am inspired 🙂

  388. Kristina Pavlovic says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:15 am

    Amazing Projects with new Products by SSS.Thanks for the video and tips.. I love the night sky look..

  389. Helen says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:17 am

    Really enjoyed watching the process and the card is great. Thank you Kathy!

  390. Anne Buchanan says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:34 am

    Wonderful cards – especially the sunflower!

  391. Jenni B says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:41 am

    I love your bright and cheery cards! There are some great dies and stamps in the new release, I’m looking forward to playing with them. Have a great weekend

  392. Tee Hall says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:49 am

    Wow! Love both cards! They are gorgeous! Great video and tips!

  393. Deborah S says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:39 am

    This set is my fave and I just love how unique your cards are from using the set! Love, love what you did with the second card! Thanks for being you and please know I’ve learned so much from your videos tfs.

  394. janellegr says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:47 am

    I love the colours and styling of these cards. The second “Aztec-inspired” card is so cool. I also love your colouring through the stencil and around the aperture on the first card. There’s only one thing I would have changed and that is to stamp the sentiment with a light grey ink before embossing in clear, just to make it easier to read. 🙂

  395. Evelyn Vasquez says

    June 18, 2016 at 6:19 am

    Great cards. Love the vellum as a background on the first card and the tip for adhering the smaller pieces. The colors used on the second card are marvelous.

  396. Becca says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:12 am

    Love the flower card.

  397. Arianna Barbara says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:18 am

    Awww!!! Fantastic release!!!! And your cards are gorgeus!

  398. Marlene H. says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:48 am

    Beautiful card. Thanks for reminding us to use those stencils!

  399. Deena F. says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:54 am

    Love all the cards!

  400. Maria Durfee says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:55 am

    Ooooo I love the stars hanging into the card like that! Beautiful blues- fun card!! 🙂 Maria

  401. Donna Phelan says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:11 am

    Those stars and moons are out of this world! 🙂 GREAT cards!!!

  402. Mary-Anne V. says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:24 am

    Gorgeous cards…love the way you stamped the hanging images. Thanks for letting us know about the new colouring challenge.

  403. Margery C says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:40 am

    Fabulous sun card. It is colored perfectly.

  404. Anastasia M. says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:41 am

    Looks amazing – and beautiful coloring.

  405. Debra says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:48 am

    My craft room is over following so I’m on a self-induced “no more stamps” program…but for this new SSS set…well I’m going to have to make an exception. It’s FAB and so are your cards!

  406. Debbi Vasel says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:59 am

    Great moon card. Love the strings.

  407. Annie Solomon says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:00 am

    Love that you did something different with the stamps. I try to do that, too–largely because I don’t have a huge collection ( tho hubby might argue otherwise,lol). Your cards really did show a new way to look at stamps. Thanks for your creative spirit!

  408. Marsha S. says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:20 am

    All I can.say is awesome, amazing and fabulous cards! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

  409. Judy Brown says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:22 am

    I just love your card. Can’t wait to try some of these ideas that I have seen along this hop. So many great things.

  410. Rubina Pantoja says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:27 am

    What neat cards – love your eye for using other parts of the set and making them pop!

  411. Tina says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:43 am

    What an effort and the cards show it…beautiful!

  412. Kavita-stiryourcreativity says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:53 am

    Fabulous cards. I really liked the way you made flower of the sun, moon and starts

  413. Debs says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:06 am

    The moon flower card is spectacular. Love your creativity and style.

  414. Erin M says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:15 am

    Fun cards!

  415. BunnyD says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Wow Kathy what stunners! I was admiring how you stood the stars up under the moon on the first card and thought how I must mention how sharp it looked and then I saw your sun plant. Holy Moly girlfriend! That’s a work of art! Love how you pieced so many elements together. Truly one of a kind! You go girl!

  416. Viki says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:36 am

    Great cards. Thanks.

  417. Jennifer Mitten says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:36 am

    I love your cards – my favorites along the hope. That sun in the flowerpot is amazing!

  418. Paper Caper Crafting by Nicole says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:42 am

    Thank you for sharing so many uinque ideas for inspiration!

  419. Erica Brusca says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:55 am

    Beautiful! You make it look so easy!!

  420. Kelly says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:57 am

    Both cards were beautiful. I look forward to seeing more of your coloring.

  421. Janet Swanlady21 says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:07 am

    Love your striped distressed background. And such pretty colouring.

  422. Essie says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:08 am

    oh, I love this stamp set–and you’ve made beautiful cards as always!!!

  423. Allisa says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:15 am

    I like how you lined up those elements. Great idea!

  424. Kim Faucher says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Your cards are amazing !! Perfect images for your awesome coloring skills!!

  425. Debrah Binard says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I love the striking simplicity of your card.

  426. Staci Earl says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:28 am

    Beautiful and unique cards!

  427. Denise Bryant says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:32 am

    So pretty! Love your beautiful cards!

  428. Rita says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:41 am

    Your coloring is extraordinary. Love the card and tips, especially about not doing the glitter pen over the black lines. Can’t wait for the coloring challenge in July.

  429. Judi Szyndrowski says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:50 am

    Wow. Your cards are very imaginative and fanciful. Love all the bright colors and interesting details.

  430. Rochelle H says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:50 am

    Such unique cards! Love the different ways to use the stamps!

  431. Sharie Wilson says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:03 pm

    So many levels of creativity love your card. And I’m with you everything is better with Vellum.

  432. Janet Trapp says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    Super cool cards loving the color scheme! A great new release thanks for the chance to win! God bless…

  433. Rebecca Brown says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Love the Shine On stamp set and dies. Love the sentiment shown here. Sending someone this card would be be a great card of encouragement. Then, change the sentiment and it would be the sweetest baby card ever! I am a stampaholic myself and would love to get this set.

  434. Cheryl L. says

    June 18, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    Love your “sun-flower”! How creative!

  435. Bobbie Bluegill says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    2 very awesome cards. Great colors and love the “potted” sun idea.

  436. Ronda says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:24 pm

    Fabulous. Love your ink blending and such fabulous ideas

  437. MelanieR says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:39 pm

    All I can say is, “Wow!”

  438. Karen Roberts says

    June 18, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    I love, love the sun flower. I have now purchased this whole set.

  439. Ashlee M says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    WOW your cards are AMAZING!!!!

  440. Maureen Chandler says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    WOW – your cards are fantastic as always! Thanks so much for sharing and for your video too!!!

  441. theCook says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Love that smiling sun / flower !

  442. Bonnie in Virginia says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Love these cards, especially the colors!

  443. Charlanne says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Your copic work is terrific. I like the way a stamp I’m not sure I would have used looks great!

  444. Evelyn B says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    Loved your card and all the bright colors!

  445. Nancy S says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:33 pm

    Amazing cards!

  446. Kathleen says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:39 pm

    AMAZING!!! Oh my gosh your cards are beautiful!! I love your coloring and dimension. Thanks so much for sharing

  447. Birgitte says

    June 18, 2016 at 2:53 pm

    Great way to use that awesome star die! Your cards are so beautiful and creative.

  448. Marcia says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    Awesome card… Love the detail!

  449. Melissa Ventura says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    Great cards, thanks for sharing.

  450. Barbara Walborn says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:06 pm

    Loved these cards, Kathy! Great job.

  451. Liz kelly says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:07 pm

    Two great cards, loved the lesson and I hope to see more great lessons,thank you!

  452. Sheri K says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:26 pm

    Wow,more amazing cards and wonderful products from SSS!

  453. Pippa67 says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    Oh Kathy loved the way you used that stencil.

  454. Sharon Brand says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    Two beautiful cards and clolouring.

  455. Nandini says

    June 18, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    Beautiful cards. I love the muted colors. The sun image is beautiful and I love the way you have colored it. Thanks for the great inspiration!

  456. Maureen Reiss says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    Wow!!! Really Pretty cards!!! Love your “SUN flower”!!

  457. Berina Febin says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:22 pm

    Wow!! Beautiful cards!! Your coloring is awesome as always! Love how you’ve arranged the stamped pieces to form the image!!
    -Berina
    Moxie Craftie

    • Berina Febin says

      June 18, 2016 at 4:24 pm

      And I’m so excited about the 30 day challenge!! Hope I’ll be able to participate on a few days atleast!
      -Berina
      Moxie Craftie

  458. Ann K says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:25 pm

    Awesome card – great new release from SSS.

  459. Mary Brown says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:34 pm

    Thank you for sharing these beautiful ideas, Kathy. You totally changed my mind about the moon and stars stamp set. I think that’s what sets a real artist apart. <3

  460. Amy B. says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:48 pm

    Love your ideas! Signed up and looking forward to your color challenge!

  461. Jackie pasko says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:49 pm

    So beautiful! I love watching you color!

  462. willireb says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:56 pm

    Now that I see what can be accomplished through coloring, I have to get me some of these stamps. They are so versatile. Thanks a bunch.

  463. sheron egolf says

    June 18, 2016 at 4:57 pm

    Love all the cards, the flower pot one is my favorite.

  464. Rebecca Romines says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:01 pm

    Love the background! I can’t wait to try this.

  465. Beth L says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:16 pm

    Love your cards especially the moon card.

  466. Diana @ playingwithoutlimits says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:22 pm

    This set is inspiring lots of different work

  467. JoAnneR says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:28 pm

    Gorgeous Kathy.. absolutely gorgeous. Thanks so much for sharing.

  468. Di W says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:35 pm

    Your cards are wonderful. Hmm, I really like that moon set.

  469. Sheila says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:44 pm

    Love your cards & love this new release!

  470. Katie M says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    Very nice!

  471. Robyn S says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:51 pm

    Your first card has inspired me to get making new baby cards with the lovely colours you used. Your second card is such a masterpiece, loved all the hard work to create this.

  472. Lynne in NI says

    June 18, 2016 at 5:54 pm

    Ooooh fab cards! I love how you created your sun card, beautiful colouring too. Looking forward to the next 30-day challenge 🙂

  473. Laura Joyce says

    June 18, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    I’m inspired. I have a bunch of stencils that I don’t use! Maybe now I will.

  474. Amber McGary says

    June 18, 2016 at 6:18 pm

    Both cards are beautiful but the second one is breath-taking!

  475. Kelsey A says

    June 18, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    lovely as always!

  476. Brithzi Sandy says

    June 18, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    Fabulous cards. Love the vibrant colors. That’s a new twist for a “sun-flower.”

  477. Rose J says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:02 pm

    Amazing cards with fabulous design & colouring! Thanks for a great video.

  478. Laurie Brown says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:18 pm

    Super awesome card!! Love all the detail, the soft look of vellum and your pretty stenciled background!

  479. Barbara says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:53 pm

    Both cards are absolutely gorgeous. I loved the use of the stamps and dies.

  480. Jenny Vertz says

    June 18, 2016 at 7:56 pm

    beautiful cards!

  481. Joan says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:03 pm

    Kathy, love these cards…the flower one is exceptional! All the color and uniqueness…beautiful. Thanks.

  482. cindym says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:30 pm

    loving this set!

  483. Marlyn Rojas says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:45 pm

    Gorgeous cards! You’re coloring skills are amazing!

  484. Carol says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Nice cards, really like the second one.

  485. Debbie A. says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:51 pm

    Thanks, Kathy, for sharing your cards and talents with us AND for taking part in this exciting hop and giveaway. Great job on the cards!

  486. Mary Alice says

    June 18, 2016 at 8:54 pm

    Both are great cards! I love your choice of colors!

  487. Suzanne says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:22 pm

    Beautiful cards, as usual! I love them!

  488. Joy Revert says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    Love, love, love this one.

  489. GrammyP says

    June 18, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    I really loved those cute little stars and the moon. Beautiful coloring–thanks for the inspiration!

  490. Denise Gutshall says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:03 pm

    As usual, you come up with the most creative cards! You are so inspiring — I can’t wait to see what you do! I am always a big fan of stars/moon combination and I love what you did with the falling stars! The second card is so creative — I would never have thought to do that!

  491. Elsa Piccinich says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    Loving this new release! So much great inspiration!

  492. Amy Moore says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:18 pm

    Nice Cards…

  493. NatQuebec says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:20 pm

    Such a nice card ! Thanks for the video. Love this nice blue nice dots.

  494. Mary says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:21 pm

    Interesting concept on the use of the stamps for the potted flower!

  495. Barb H. says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    Pretty card

  496. Jeannean M says

    June 18, 2016 at 10:53 pm

    I love how you color! I’m excited for the next go-round of the 30 day too!

  497. Marilyn says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    Fabulous card! TFS! 🙂

  498. Virginia Polson says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:17 pm

    Beautiful cards! I enjoyed seeing the celestial look.

  499. Rita Fujisawa says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:36 pm

    Liked your way of using the stamps, and of course your coloring!

  500. Carmen N says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:41 pm

    I love those large polka dots!

  501. Linda Green says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:47 pm

    I LOVE the sun flower pot card and how you created the stripes! Beautiful job.

  502. Ann Gibbins says

    June 18, 2016 at 11:57 pm

    Fabulous cards. Thank you

  503. Lynn Fletcher says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:08 am

    Love these cards. It is so neat to see what thought and coloring ideas each person comes up with! 🙂

  504. Vicenta Ghylin says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:29 am

    Fantastic cards. Thank you for making the video, for sharing your ideas and for being part of this giveaway.

  505. Bethany Allie says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:47 am

    I really like how you stamped diagonally on the card with the bear.

  506. Trish F says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:37 am

    Wow, you have some amazing talents. I love both of these cards but that last one is the best! Thanks!

  507. Vinita Jain says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:44 am

    Woah, you have really put a spin on the variety of ways stamps can be used… The cards are absolutely stunning. I just love ur colouring and the beautiful sentiment!!

  508. Shannon Guadagnin says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:55 am

    Great cards! My favorite part of the new release are the basic shapes dies. They are awesome!

  509. Lynne.R says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:56 am

    How creative! Love that you created the flower using the sun.

  510. TracyM #6773 says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:56 am

    ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS cards Kathy!!!
    WOW – you are SO CREATIVE with colour and design!!!
    LOVE the detail, colours and dimension of both cards!!!
    THANK YOU for sharing your INKY & CREATIVE INSPIRATION and video!!!
    PS – I agree, vellum really does make everything better, I have to practice my ink blending, so I will be planning on having plenty of vellum on hand too 🙂

  511. Jeanette Hebden says

    June 19, 2016 at 2:01 am

    So many uses for these lovely new sets and you really hit the jackpot with your fabulous cards.

  512. Melissa (Mel's Card Corner) says

    June 19, 2016 at 2:45 am

    WOW! These cards are amazing, Kathy! I especially love the “sun flower” design!

  513. Sophie Stinnett says

    June 19, 2016 at 3:27 am

    The colors in your “sun-flower” are so amazing.

  514. Cath Sheard says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:09 am

    Love the way you’ve done the window, the vellum works so well.

  515. Laurie says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:35 am

    I really like the card with the moon and polkadots. It’s very cute. I also love the sentiment on the Sun card. So cute!

  516. Nenya says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:36 am

    Wow, how inspiring, the colors alone …

  517. Sandie says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:42 am

    Love your cards Kathy! Thanks for sharing your ideas & your talents with us!

  518. Carol Perry says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:53 am

    Beautiful card Kathy. Love that background stencil. The new stamps are really awesome as well. Nothing better than the moon and stars to make some cards.

  519. Renee V. says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:55 am

    Beautiful cards Kathy! I love your ink blending and the way you make the edges of some of the circles and the square window darker is AWESOME~!

  520. Shona Chambers says

    June 19, 2016 at 6:51 am

    These cards are so gorgeous and love the large circle background you created on the first card too. And so looking forward to July 5th!!!

  521. Patricia says

    June 19, 2016 at 7:17 am

    Cool cards. Love the sun stamp.

  522. pelArgoNNiA says

    June 19, 2016 at 7:45 am

    Beautiful card! Loved how you used the vellum. I really liked watching your video. The upcoming challenge sounds interesting, will definitely check it out!

  523. Marcia says

    June 19, 2016 at 8:12 am

    Another beautiful card! You are a masterful colorer!

  524. Cherri B says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:16 am

    I love the idea of using vellum to mute the colors in the background – thanks for sharing your beautiful cards!

  525. Lynne says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:35 am

    Love your cards. Thanks for sharing!

  526. Karen B. says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:52 am

    What a gorgeous creation, amazing blending.

  527. Flo says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:57 am

    Your cards are so colorful and I love all those moon and star cut outs. Thanks.

  528. Vickie S says

    June 19, 2016 at 10:02 am

    Really love this release. And great card.

  529. Beckie Walden says

    June 19, 2016 at 10:27 am

    I love how vibrant the colors are. These are so beautiful! Thank you for sharing your talent

  530. Claudia N says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:05 pm

    Color me impressed! Loved the second card!! Really liked the first one but oh the second one amazing!!!

  531. Jenny del Castillo says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    I loved this technique, I love distress inks, your card are really beautiful!!

  532. Pam Hammarlund says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    I love these cards. They are so delicate and add a level of interest.

  533. Karen O'Reilly says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Amazing cards Kathy, just love them

  534. Anja Bieker says

    June 19, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    Very imaginatively cards, love them!!

  535. Kristie Maynard says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    Wonderful cards. I would have never thought to have the die cuts coming up from the bottom like that. Very creative. Thanks!

  536. Cynthia Cole says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    I love both of your cards!

  537. Kris in Alaska says

    June 19, 2016 at 1:47 pm

    What fun cards! I adore night scenes and stars!

  538. Pam says

    June 19, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    Love both cards! I’d forgotten about the large dot stencil. Will be using it again, soon.

  539. RUBY MARCHAND says

    June 19, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    The cards are stunning. Thanks for sharing your designs. love the new releases.

  540. Jane McGill says

    June 19, 2016 at 3:53 pm

    Love the moon and star card.

  541. Andrea D. La Vigne says

    June 19, 2016 at 4:54 pm

    Love your cards, Kathy! The one with the moon makes me think of The Cat & the Fiddle. I especially like the coloring on your flower pot card. How unique to turn the sun into a bloom! Thanks for sharing, and for the video! 🙂 ~ Andrea

  542. DenaAnn Schaufele says

    June 19, 2016 at 5:17 pm

    You never disappoint!

  543. Super Stick Chick says

    June 19, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    Great cards and video.

  544. Deborah Kaye says

    June 19, 2016 at 6:01 pm

    Your sun card is phenomenal! I really like how you used the moon and stars around it to make it flower like. Awesome!

  545. AnnB says

    June 19, 2016 at 7:24 pm

    Oh how clever you are! I LOVE the potted sunflower card especially,I’d never have thought of that,you are SO creative! Thanks for showing us all what can be done with some imagination, and for sharing your skill with us all!!

  546. D.Ann C says

    June 19, 2016 at 7:30 pm

    What a fun window and uber fun plant!! Love ’em!!

  547. Kathy Mc says

    June 19, 2016 at 7:44 pm

    Lovely cards, Kathy! You are so talented and creative. Great hop, too.

  548. Patt H. says

    June 19, 2016 at 8:11 pm

    Kathy, your cards are fabulous! I especially love the plant card! Clever use of different stamps!

  549. Debbie Eslinger says

    June 19, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    love the direction that you put the stars

  550. Lisa l. says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    Wow! These are awesome! I’m totally in love with the sun flower!

  551. Renee says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:42 pm

    These are incredible! I just love the way you added the moon among the stars.

  552. yiho lee says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:43 pm

    I love the blue circle effect on the first card so pretty thanks for the inspiration

  553. Peggy Kempf says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    Great cards, love your ideas! Thanks so much!

  554. Jeanne Johnson says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:59 pm

    Very clever cards. Love the designs. Thanks for sharing.

  555. Betty N says

    June 19, 2016 at 10:36 pm

    Fabulous cards! Great job colouring!

  556. Maggie B says

    June 19, 2016 at 10:39 pm

    Hi Kathy ~ I can always count on you to not only make an amazing card (or cards) but to inspire and share some awesome tips and techniques. Totally awesome! Thanks so much.

  557. Joyce Soo Hoo says

    June 19, 2016 at 11:13 pm

    I really like how you used the stamps in a different way. Very nice.

  558. Sue D says

    June 19, 2016 at 11:34 pm

    Great colors and unique card designs.

  559. Lindsey-NY says

    June 20, 2016 at 12:03 am

    Wow. Am I ever crazy in love with that sunshine card. Wish I could color a face that well. I hope who ever gets that card frames it!!!

  560. karenajo says

    June 20, 2016 at 12:34 am

    Awesome cards – thanks for sharing !!!

  561. Janell Brown says

    June 20, 2016 at 1:46 am

    Just love your cards and the way you used this stamp set! So pretty!

  562. Courtney McKim says

    June 20, 2016 at 2:08 am

    Love it!

  563. Katherine Ledesma says

    June 20, 2016 at 5:52 am

    The way you colored the sun and pot looks amazing, I wish I could blend my copics like that, it really breathes life into the stars and sun stamp set.

  564. Kit says

    June 20, 2016 at 8:06 am

    Cute cards. I like the shine on set quite a bit.

  565. Roberta says

    June 20, 2016 at 12:26 pm

    Beautiful cards! Love the way you used the vellum, and the stars! So clever.

  566. Marisela Delgado says

    June 20, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    Kathy, do you ever impress yourself? You know, “Man, I’m good!” =) That’s a weird question (and rhetorical), but you always blow me away with your cards/projects and your colors. I sometimes impress myself when something comes right (ha-ha) so if I had YOUR talent, I would amaze myself and probably not be able to sleep for months. My head would probably explode. ha-ha. You always make such beautiful things. Even in SPANISH, I am speechless. =)

  567. Cheryl T. says

    June 20, 2016 at 4:24 pm

    Really cool cards…very inspiring. Thanks for sharing your vision.

  568. Taunya Butler says

    June 20, 2016 at 5:46 pm

    Super lovely and delightful cards – fun images and just so well done!!

  569. Cassie D says

    June 20, 2016 at 10:10 pm

    Great cards! I really love your stenciled polka dot background!

  570. KathleenR says

    June 22, 2016 at 6:38 am

    Both of your cards are beautiful. I especially loved the one with the similing sun

  571. Janie N says

    June 26, 2016 at 12:49 pm

    Your cards inspire me!

  572. DANIELLE DUFRESNE says

    June 27, 2016 at 8:43 pm

    Just love #simonsaysstamps this is a great idea! I lear n something new all the time!

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