Dawn McVey is rapidly becoming one of the most sought after designers for not only customers of Papertrey Ink, but the stamping industry as a whole, as evidence by the orders continuing to pour in for her first set, Damask Designs. It's no surprise that her latest set, becoming available April 15th, is already gaining a lot of interest just from the sneak peek.
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Scattered Showers is a set full of several different types of umbrella images. Throw in some clever coordinating sentiments and you have an instant winner on your hands! I can tell you from my personal experience with the set, that I could NOT put it down! It can have SO many looks (which is proudly one of Papertrey's ongoing characteristics) and really begs you to have fun experimenting and playing with all of the possibilities it holds.
First up is a quick card I created using some simple heat embossing. It is a super simple layout with a color scheme that just screams spring and sunshine!
The umbrella was embossed with White Filigree detail embossing powder. To help tie in the yellow color, I added small dots of acrylic paint (using a toothpick) in the center of each flower found in the umbrella pattern.
There has been lots of chatter on our forum about making bows with our pretty little vintage buttons tied in the middle. I am sure every designer has their own way of doing it, but I thought I would share the process I use when creating mine. First, I attach a strip of ribbon across my card front. I do not put any adhesive on the front of the card when doing this. I just use some scor-tape on the back of the card front and wrap the ribbon ends around to it.
Next, I take a length of the ribbon and create a loop, like that used for awareness ribbons and such.
Place the crossover point of the loop on top of your ribbon strip and pull the center of the actual loop down to the crossover point. This will ultimately create two *bunny ears* for you. Thread a piece of twine or embroidery floss (depending on the look you want) down under the ribbon strip AND loops. By doing this, it will allow the loops to be attached the ribbon strip securely without having to adhere them on later.
Thread the ends of twine (or floss) through two of the button holes and knot tightly, cinching the loops and strip as you go along.
Here is a closeup of the finished bow. What I like most about this method is after the tying is done, I am free to *move* the bow anywhere along the ribbon strip, like a slider, without any fuss!
Next up is a quick little card I created using the outline umbrella image that Dawn included with this set. Not only is the outline good for paper piecing opportunities (can you just picture three different patterned papers, one for each section of the umbrella!!!) but I thought it would work well for a window application as well. I started by stamping & heat embossing the image on my Melon Berry card cover.
I carefully used a craft knife to cut just within the outline of the top of the umbrella.
By closing the card and tracing the opening onto the card interior with pencil, you can stamp your sentiment perfectly, so that it will line up with the opening. Here I used a sentiment from Heartfelt Basics ( a favorite set of Jennifer McGuire!) stamped in Dark Chocolate. I also added the small butterfly image from Tags for Spring (stamped in Melon Berry) to accent the sentiment. I allowed the ink to dry for a few minutes and then erased my pencil tracings.
When the card is shut, you can get a little peek of the sentimental wording that can be found on the interior of the card.
The completed card looks like this. I love the way it turned out and am anxious to try it in alternate colors too. (Think Hibiscus Burst or New Leaf!)
This card doesn't really use any special techniques or design elements, but I thought I would share anyway. I think the polka dotted umbrella in this set is one of my favorites. This card was a bit of a revelation for me, because I pretty much ALWAYS stamp images perfectly horizontal or vertical. It's just my personality! I stepped out of my comfort zone and stamped the umbrella focal point at a bit of an angle. I really like how it ended up accenting the sentiment block perfectly.
Last, but not least, is my personal favorite card that I created with Scattered Showers. I stamped and then heat embossed this modern striped umbrella image with Filigree Clear embossing powder. (If I haven't mentioned it lately, I just LOVE this stuff. It really picks up all the detail of these images!). I watered down some ordinary acrylic paint (about 75/25) and used a paintbrush to drip & splatter the paint on top of the umbrella. It was SO fun, like being back in Kindergarten again!
To get a bit more opaque look and to help reveal the *resist* technique I was doing with the umbrella image, I gently dropped a paper towel on top of the image while the paint was still wet. I pulled the paper towel back up and it revealed this! After it was dry, I was able to stamp the sentiment in True Black ink.
I think the final result is a real *artsy* looking card, that really is just the result of having fun playing with a bit of paint! wouldn't this look great in Ocean Tides too?
So there you have it! A bit of fun with the new Scattered Showers set! I hope you found some inspiration today that you feel as though you can use in your own stamping adventures!
As always, I appreciate your feedback on today's post and Scattered Showers in general! Share your thoughts with us today and you can have a chance to win…
a FREE Scattered Showers stamp set of your very own!
This contest will end at 8am EST, Saturday, April 11th. The winner will be announced shortly thereafter, by noon EST on our April Release Prize Winner page. Please play nice, only one entry per person.
Of course Dawn has a few projects today that showcase her new set!
You can see what Lauren has created using Scattered Showers in conjunction with one of her new templates for this month!
Heather has revealed a bit about her new April release today.
Lisa showcased her new set in a special way too!
Complete supply lists for these projects can be found HERE.
Love all those card ideas and that umbrella! My fave is the cut-out window one! Thanks for all the inspiration! I love learning new techniques!
love the stamp set with the adorable ‘brellies! so cute! perfect for so many themes – one i can think of is “sorry you’re feeling under the weather.” what a great set! thanks for the chance to win!
What a fabulous set…I can already tell it’s gonna be a must-have! Love love love that last card…so cool!
Thanks for sharing your wonderful samples with this oh-so-cute stamp set. I really liked the 2 techniques that you showed today and will have to give them a try.
I LOVE it when it rains! That’s how we get all those pretty spring and summer flowers! I get grumpy when I hear people complain about rain. They need to play with this great umbrella set and discover how much FUN it is to “play” in the rain!!!
Wow Dawn! What a great fun set!!! The umbrellas are totally adorable. Your cards are so cute… and I also especially love the last one using acrylic paint.
What a smart ribbon technique! And love the acrylic paint look with the clear embossing. Brilliant!
Those umbrellas are going to get me. So fabulous! And the sentiments are perfect. Can’t wait to get my hands on it.
Wow! This is first on my list for the 15th! Great cards with a great set!
What a combination, Papertrey and Dawn!!! Can’t go wrong. Love the set and the cards are amazing.:)
I love the card with the acrylic paint. Great idea !
what a darling new set and the cards are marvelous! I especially like the ‘peek-a-boo’ card!
This looks like another AMAZING set! Thank you for the fun techniques AND the chance to win!!!
Pre release party has started – been waiting patiently (NOT!) Cant wait to see all the samples, new releases and to place my order right at midnight so I can play with all my “new” toys when they arrive! Thanks for all the great things you and the team create and for the wonderful service that goes with it!
Happy Easter to all!
This is an awesome set from Miss Dawn. That purple paint splatter thing you got goin’ on there is very interesting. Trying to think how to do that without trashing my clothes or staining my fingers for a week – LOL Lovely cards, Nichole.
Cute and fun! Can’t wait to see the whole set!
Hugs,
Colleen
What an awesome set this is!! I really didn’t think umbrella’s would be my thing but after seeing what you and Dawn have done with it so far I’ve got to have it!!!
I can’t wait for this set….Just in time for spring too. I especially love the polka-dotted umbrella. This looks like it will be a must-have for me.
Me, oh, my! You have my creative juices flowing. What a great set with so many looks and possibilities!!!
your creativity always amazes me. I really like the different umbrellas so far!
So many new ideas and techniques to try. I can’t wait to get started. Beautiful set Dawn!
i’ve already told Dawn that she did an AMAZING job… these stamps are just too cool–and yes, super versatile.
love them, love them. (and the sentiments make me smile.)
Another must-have set for me! can’t wait!!!
Oh, I love the cutout umbrella…and kraft and yellow…yummo! Congrats on the new releases!!
I’m loving this set!! Dawn is so amazingly talented. I’m so glad she joined the PTI family!
I wasn’t so sure about this set when I saw the sneak peek since I am not into cutesy stuff but fell in love when I saw your first card and it only got better when I saw the rest and Dawn’s cards. Sigh… I guess I’ll be ordering this set next week too.
Thanks for the giveaway and inspiration!
Beautiful cards…can’t wait to see the whole set!
Oh my Nichole, your cards are gorgeous; love the umbrellas, particularly the polka dot and modern striped umbrella!!
Well, when it rains it pours…creativity! Who would have thought an umbrella could be so adorable and versatile?! I can’t wait to see what more is in store!
very cute, can’t wait to see the other sentiments!
Kisha
Nichole, your cards are adorable–I love the red and black one especially! And thanks so much for the great bow tutorial, can’t wait to try it!
I like the polka dot umbrella, it rarely rains in TX, but I could still use an umbrella stamp. This week is going to be fun. You’ve got me hooked!
Loved the color combo of Kraft, Lemon Tart and White. So springy!!! And Fresh! Loved the red umbrella at an angle too. Super cool!
Already on my list of sets I need with this release! Love all of these ideas.
Everything Dawn does is wonderful!! Love this set already!
Love love love this set! Your cards are so beautiful!
Dawn has got another great set coming! wow – the possibilities. Loving the sentiments, and I can see many different occasions this set could be used for!
We are in our sixth year of drought. It never rains here and I don’t even own an umbrella and yet I will be buying this set. Love it!
What a great idea for a stamp set. I like the last technique, and if you used some light blue paint, it might take on the characteristics of rain. How fun. As usual, great stuff, Nichole.
What a great idea for a set. Love it! My favorite is the paint drip resist card. WOW!!!! Can’t wait to see more.
Well who would have thought umbrellas could be so fun? Really like what I am seeing here!
Very cute set. We’ve certainly been having our fair share of April showers this year. LOL~ An umbrella (or two or three) would come in handy right now.
Your ideas are amazing!!! My favorite part I’ve seen is the sentiment “I love you rain or shine” too cute!!!
I really like the looks you have achieved with this new set of stamps by Dawn. Looks like she has another outstanding Set on her hands! I can’t wait to get it.
Wow! I love this set already–great work, Dawn! My favorite card (so hard to choose!) you made was the melon berry one with the umbrella cut out–that was such a clever idea, and I can’t WAIT to try it out! Thanks, Nichole
What an adorable set! Dawn is such a wonderful designer – I know this will be a fun one to work with!
The umbrellas are soooo cute. I love all the cards but especially like the details about how you tie the ribbon with the buttons. Very cool.
I love the cut out card! And thanks for sharing the button tip. Can’t wait for the release…
Every card you made is just gorgeous! What a neat set.
oh my goodness, who knew a set of umbrella images could be so droolworthy! I adore all of your projects, especially the first with the yellow/white/kraft. Why have I not tried that color combo yet? It’s so classic!
Oh, my Heavens, I think I’m in love! You had me at Lemon Tart meets Kraft and adorable umbrella-y goodness. I can’t wait!
What an adorable set and fabulous samples. My fav. is the last card with the splattered paint. That looks so cute!
These new sets are so beautiful — and versatile! I absolutely love each of the techniques you showed: 10:49 pm and I finally learned something new today. Guess that means I can go to bed, huh? Ha! Not a chance! I have to go stamp now! Just wish I had Dawn’s fab ‘brellies to play with!
This stamp set is adorable…and you have showcased it so well with your cute samples! This is definately a must-have!
What a great time of the month!! Yay!
I love the paint spatters…how ingenious!
This umbrella set is simply stunning. So many possibilities.
I wish I could be 1/10 as creative as Dawn!!
I adore Dawn & her designs! I love the umbrella! Living in Washington state, we use them A LOT!!
April showers bring May flowers! What cute umbrella designs and creative uses for them! Can’t wait to see your future releases!
ADORABLE! I love the cards you created with this cute new set…very inspirational! 🙂 I just received Dawn’s first set in the mail today and would love to have this set too! 🙂
This looks like a fun one! Can’t wait to see the whole set!
I love the umbrellas and all of your cards. Just beautiful.
I ADORE this set! That first umbrella with the flowers is my most favorite.
Wow, I love this cute umbrella. I love Dawn’s style, I have just received her first set!!! So classy!!!!
This set looks completly adorable & you have showcased it so well! I especially like your first card using the yellow, white & kraft combination…..simply FABULOUS!!
Oh my I really love this set!!!!! Everything Dawn touches turns to gold!!!!
Well, I never thought I would want umbrella stamps, but was I ever wrong. LOVED all your cards and can’t wait for the release.
Very cute! I like all of the cards that you showcased, and I thought you really did a great job of showing the versatility with all the different ideas that you showed. Good luck on set number two!
Dawn, the umbrellas are just great! Can be used for so many occasions! Love the sayings that I’ve seen so far. Another must have set.
Oh my gosh…..so cute! Can’t wait to get my hands on this set!
sweet umbrellas, and I LOVE the watered down paint – looks like so much fun!
These are great. My “favs” are the Polka Dot and Modern Umbrella’s. Hey I thought I was the only one who had trouble “angling” images. It looks great though.
Beautiful cards! I’m feeling inspired! Love the set!
All of the umbrella cards are super cute. I think my favorite is the black and red one “stamped off the edge.” Makes it so whimsical and can be translated into so many other stamp images. Thanks so much for all of your inspiration!
Carol Scheevel
Lakewood, Ca.
Our Dawn has done it again! I love how you showcased her new set especially the cut-out umbrella one!
I can see plenty of uses for this set – rain or shine, party times, cheer you up – plenty of uses! Thanks for the sneak peek.
Oh goodness! I’m lovin’ this set so far! My head is swimming with all of the fun possibilities! Thanks for some great demonstrations on ways it could be used!
Those umbrella’s are too cute! What a unique set! Thanks for a chance to win it!
Dawn rocks! She is so creative, I cannot wait until I get to see what all the other amazing crafters out there do her newest set.
I love this set…..it looks wonderful and I can’t wait to see more of it!
This is so cute and different! I love it! Umbrellas are so fun!
Lovely– you cards are great. I can’t wait to see more:)
This set will be so much fun to use! Thanks for the chance to win.
Some great inspiration with simple but stylish and achievable results! Thanks for sharing
Looks like a fun set! I look forward to seeing what the DT members have come up with as well.
What a fabulous and versatile set! I love the acrylic paint technique with the embossing resist! Very cool! Congrats Dawn on another wonderful set!
Wow, this set is so adorable! Living in Seattle, I can see this set coming in very handy. 🙂 Thanks for the chance to win, and also the amazing samples!
This Umbrella Set, aka *Scattered Showers* is beyond perfect for my personal use! WOOOOooHOOOooo! For whatever strange reason, I adore stamps that have umbrellas as well as rubber boots ~ meaning, I collect them. Sounds strange huh? I just feel you can’t go wrong with either of these elements and they always make me smile 🙂
I love it! I can’t wait to see more ideas. I never would have thought I would fall in love with umbrellas!
My daughter and I look each day together at “what’s new” on capture the moment . Today she said “Mom look what Miss Nichole did, can we paint too!? Where’s the umbrella stamp?” I said it’s not the 15th yet, and heard “how many days?” My sentiments exactly.
What awesome cards!!! I can’t wait to see the entire set!
I love this set! I think the polka dot one is my favorite too!
I like this set. I really like the card with the top of the umbrella cut out. Look forward to the release.
Love the umbrellas – I think the flower one is my favorite! I’m liking that there are so many different occasions to use the images for, get more bang for your buck!
Oh, I love that resist technique! I think I’m going to have to try it out tomorrow! Love the umbrellas too!
this is so adorable. thanks for sharing. 🙂
This is a must have for me here in Oregon! I always have an umbrella with me! Can’t wait for this one!
It’s raining great ideas down on us today. I can’t wait until the entire set is revealed just like a rainbow after the rain.
thanks much
I love every single image I’ve seen. April showers! So spring-y
What a great new set! I just love the card with the cutout umbrella!
This set looks like so much fun! I would love to play with it!
Another really cute set! I can’t wait to do some paper piecing with it. Thanks for sharing!
My goodness, the first Countdown stamp set for the month, and I’m already in love! Beautiful and creative examples, Nicole! I can’t wait to play with Scattered Showers, so thank you for the opportunity to win this set. I’ll be crossing my fingers for the rest of the night. LOL
Jan
What a darling set!!! I just love the way to did the card with the embossing and the drops of paint!!! Thanks for sharing your darling creation.
I absolutely love how you show variations on how to use all of your stamps. It’s so inspiring! Thank you Nichole!
Those umbrellas are so adorable. Love the card where the umbrella is cut out….
The set is pretty cool! I like the ‘artsy’ umbrella card! Looks very fun and creative!
TFS
Clouds :o)
This is sure a Pacific Northwest set if I ever saw one! Love it:)
I’ve never done much stamping, but I can tell you now… I’m thinking I should really start now!! What gorgeous stamps, I love the card with the sentiment showing through the cut out – fantastic!!
What a fun new set— I loved the artsy card with the spatters— the sentiments look fun too! Thanks for the tutorial on the ribbon– that made it look SO much easier than what I was trying!
What an awesome set! Thanks for all the inspiration 🙂
a cute umbrella set?? yes for me!!! love pti 🙂
Such a cute set – Dawn has done a great job. And your cards are gorgeous (as always!). The last one – genius…can’t wait to get some paints out & play!
I just adore the “scattered showers” cards. How simple and yet unique! I just love the pattered umbrella. I think this is a “must have”. Yikes – there goes the budget – again.
Love the ‘Splatter’ Card that is beautiful! And I find it hard to stamp on an angle also…seems we have alike personalities..lol
I learnt a lesson with Damask Designs – order Dawn’s sets straight away or you have an agonising wait until it comes back in stock. This will be first in my basket this time – love the samples of these beautiful umbrellas!
It’s grey and lashing rain here at the moment so it’s lovely to see all the bright, cheery, colorful umbrellas. Thanks for all the great ideas. My favorite is the cut out umbrella – it’s so cute. Now why have I never thought of doing that with my stamps?! Thanks again.
I love what you did with this set. Can’t wait to see the whole set. I’m thinking this is going to be a ‘must have’ set.
Congrat on the new release. I love the resist and the window cutout! You all are so amazing!
Love the Window card, just wish i was as good with a craft knife !!!!
Ohhhh, I love this set! Another Must-Have! Especially like your splatter paint card, such a special effect! Looking forward to seeing all the new sets!
By the way, I received my last order this week and am absolutely DELIGHTED with it, can’t wait to play with all my goodies!
Love, Alex
I love love the cutout umbrella, just fab. Looks like a fun set.
Happy Easter 🙂
I really appreciate the great ideas that you present – for this post i especially like the last technique. Papertrey stamp sets are gorgeous!! And this is no different. Classy and versatile
Lovely set! And I love the idea of cutting a small window on the front to see the sentiment inside!
Those umbrellas are cute! Dawn did an awesome job again. Beautiful cards Nicole!
These are adorable. Love the umbrella cut out. The resist technique is cool . . .I need to try that! Thanks for the great ideas.
What a very clever and fun new set. Love the simplicity.
What a fun set – something we can definitely use after so many months of cold and snow.
What a nice stamp and wonderful ideas for using it. Great job Dawn!
PERFECTION! I was just searching my stamp collection for an umbrella stamp last week when I was making baby shower invitations and lamenting about how I don’t have one! I can’t wait to add this to my collection of stamps! Thank you!
This set is sooo gorgeous…as like the rest of your sets. Every month I have to restrain myself from buying more!
I can’t get over how perfectly you cut out that umbrella window. Now that’s genius!!
I love the card you made using the Dawn’s Scattered Showers stamp set and the Filigree Clear embossing powder. This set is going to be a big hit. -Thanks for the chance to win.
I am going straight to the poor house after this month’s PTI release. Congrats, you ladies have done it again!
Wow, one thing I think sets PTI above other companies is the unique-ness of some of your sets! You have done it again!!
Wow!
very cool, love the umbrella’s!
This is such a cute set, and I love what you’ve done with the cut out card with the sentiment showing through the window!
OMG i love this set – in fact i love every set!! lol
Hugs
Debbie
Wowee, I LOVE this idea – so original! I love paper piercing, and you’re right, that outline image would be perfect.
Congrats Dawn, another amazing set!
What a cute set! So fresh and fun! Your projects are beautiful as always Nichole! Thanks for the bow and button tutorial.
Wow, love the little umbrellies! oh gosh I can see a lot of possibilities already. thank you for this chance to win ’cause the cards are backing up in my head ….hehe Linda aka oz
Looks like another MUST HAVE!! Too Cute!
can’t wait to see the full reveal! *yumz*
Okay, between you and Dawn’s samples, this set is growing on me. That’s what I love about PTI stamps–the versatility is endless!
Lovely cards, lots of great ideas to try! I was intrigued by the sneak peek, and this post that has me adding Scattered Showers to my wishlist.
Wow loving this set! Totally need my own now!
Wow, this is so cute! She really is talented. I love how you at PTI consistently bring us new and exciting and VERSATILE sets. Yeah! 15th can’t come soon enough.
The cards, as usual, are stunning, no other word comes to mind. I would love to have this set…thanks for the opportunity.
I expected nothing less than an absolutely precious set from Dawn…and of course she delivered again! It’s so cute! And I am loving that bow technique! I’m totally going to try that this weekend!
Hmm, when I first saw the umbrella I thought, what would I do with an umbrella stamp? And then I saw the ideas here, and of course, now I must have this stamp set too! LOL
I so love this set! It will be quite useful as my daughter and her friends are of the age of getting married and having children! My favorite card is the resist.
Ooops! Dawn did it again!:o)
Beautiful and versitile set with an abundance of possibilities!
I love these kinds of stamp sets.
Crossing fingers that I win… Marilyn
What another cute set! I love the samples that were shown. I will have to try the paint technique. Can’t wait to see the other samples with this set.
ANY stamp with polka dots is a must have! Then I realized that any motif can be put on an umbrella and the ideas started rolling… another expensive PTI month for me!
Thanks for showing so many different techniques with this set, not just the images. I adore everything you create and can’t wait to use both this set and your techniques!
Oh my! I was actually hoping not to like a lot of sets this month, but I am already sold on the Scattered Showers set after seeing the first day of your projects, Nichole! What an adorable set! I also love the font in the sentiments! Thank you for sharing so many adorable projects today and for the chance to win this terrific stamp set!
Love the cards you made with this set! I would have a hard time choosing a favorite. Can’t wait for the 15th.
Sandye/sgc
April Showers bring may Flowers! What a beautiful vintage umbrella set. Is this a preview to matching May flower set?
What a great looking set!
Wow! I’m so excited to see the whole set. Can’t wait until the 15th. It looks like congratulations are in order for Dawn who has created another amazing set!
Love this set! The last card is such a great idea!
It looks like Dawn is 2 for 2 with her stamps sets being soo amazing! Can’t wait to order this one. It seems like it is going to be another great release.
Endless possibilities with this set. Love all the color combos and techniques!
Renee S.
I love this set. It’s great and you shared several GREAT techniques here too! You rock!!
I wish I needed to use my umbrella here in Texas! Great set with lots of versatility! Lemon tart and kraft – awesome combo!
Nichole–what a fun set~I can’t wait to zip over to Dawn’s blog to see what she’s come up with. This looks like another winner!! Thanks for the chance to win it~
This is gorgeous, I love the that you can create different patterns on the umbrella!
Yow! This is too cute!!!!!
Just loving the cards coming from this set.
Gotta have it!
This set looks amazing and the samples are gorgeous…. can’t wait to see the whole set.
I LOVE that umbrella cut out card. But the yellow one is pretty adorable too. Looks like a super set. -Molly B
I’m actually hoping for extended sunshine in this part of the world, but I do love umbrellas. My favorite is a polka-dot one so I was happy to see that image, but my favorite card is the one you cut out to see the message behind! Your creativity is amazing, and I so look forward to each month’s release to see your fabulous work!
This will be so much fun to work with. On the wish list it goes.
What a cute set … my favorite of your samples is the painted on … the dripping was such a cool accent!
Too cute and so Dawn. I can’t wait to see the rest of the set.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the umbrellas!!! Great job Dawn!!
These samples are awesome! Who knew umbrellas were so versatile — and so cute?! And thanks for the bow thing – I’ve been wondering about that. Great job, as always!
Unbelievable! I never thought you could do so much with an umbrella! Thanks for sparking my imagination!
You always make the BEST samples! Love the red and black card. Can’t wait for the new release!
Connie K.
Wow, this looks like a great set! I wish I
had a smidgen of this talent.
Happy Easter and Happy Passover!
Dawn is amazing!!! I can’t wait to see what else is in store for us this week.
It’s a good life!
Terri E.
yeppers….a total winner…how fun is that! Thanks for a chance to win some PTI goodness.
I’m glad you stepped out of your comfort zone with that tilted umbrella. It looks like the wind caught it and blew it into the air—so whimsical!
wonderful cards! I love them all! debb
The set is so unique and what I have come to expect from PTI. I LOVE the paint card….such a neat technique and so simple. Easter wishes to the PTI team…working over Easter. Can’t wait until the 15th! Thanks as always for the great opportunities to win these great stamp sets.
Thanks so much for the ribbon tutorial! This set seems very versitile, thanks Dawn 🙂
Great projects! My favorite one today has to be the drip & splatter card! What a great technique that really does have a big WOW factor!
Your cards are great, and I love Dawn’s new set. Happy Easter!!
IM LOVIN THIS ONE……….CANT WAIT
darn it darn it darn it!!!! i thought i would be able to avoid an order this month, but now that is impossible….this set is toooooo cute and i love what you did with it, nichole!
This is a gorgeous set!! I love umbrellas 🙂
Now all I have to do is wait until THE 15TH to be able to BUY up this grand set. This is JUST the MOST AWESOME umbrella made even MORE AWESOME by all the cute things that you have showed US to do with it. Now, I will be checking this blod 20 times a DAY waiting for the next tidbit. You guys sure to know how to cause a little excitement around my house!
Dawn’s new set is absolutely adorable!! Thanks for sharing your bow making technique! They look so perfect – will try this instantly.
PS: Did I spot aqua mist buttons on one of Dawn’s cards? :-))
How cute! So versatile! Love it! Thanks!
I so love this set – and Dawn’s work. I have been a follower of her work for a LONG time and can’t wait every morning to see what she has to share. (I feel like a stalker) Pairing her with PTI was one of the best things every done. I’m waiting, but not patiently, for the 15th. HURRY!!
I Love this set! My daughter’s wedding shower is next month…..perfect timing!!!
I’m one of those people who loves thunderstorms/rainshowers. So naturally I think these umbrellas are just adorable! Great set!
This set is so springy. I can’t wait to play with it!
How fun!! I can’t wait to make cards with these 🙂
When I first read your introduction to Dawn’s stamp set, I didn’t think I would like a set just of umbrellas. But, I have to say that the set started to grow on me, the more I saw of your different samples. I especially love your last sample, Nicole, with the acrylic paint splattered over the embossed umbrella. Thanks for taking the time to showcase the set in so many different ways, and thanks for the chance to win the set.
How cute are Dawn’s umbrellas. I love it.
Love the stamps and your creative use of them!
Oh my! These umbrellas are adorable! Thanks for showing us these cool techniques!
This is a beautiful set! I love the umbrellas with flowers, polka dots and stripes. So many possibilities!!! This looks like it will be a great week!
I LOVE this set. You examples are wonderful too! They are all cheery and happy! Thank you for the give away! Way to go Dawn!
Oh wow! This is so cool and you samples are amazing! I love the cutou umbrella. I always find so much inspiration in you mr and the design teams projects!!!
Oh Dawn, what a FUN set, just like you! And I love all the samples, Nichole…especially the Lemon Tart and Melon Berry ones!!!!
Oh goodness this set is adorable. Since I have a daughter who just got engaged I can imagine all KINDS of ideas for shower cards. I love the one you did Nichole with the cut out and the peak at the words underneath – very clever.
Love all the samples, and the set will be one we ALL must have! Dawn does a wonderful job creating versatile and lovely sets! Thanks for the chance.
This looks like a cute set to play with. I love how you did the cut out with the words showing thru from the inside. I need to try that. Looks like another fantastic release. Thanks
This looks like such a fun set! Love the whole umbrella thing and the sentiments are adorable. Thanks for showing us the button /ribbon trick. I can’t wait to try it!
What a great CLASSIC style this set has! I can’t wait to see more!!
Woo, how you tempt all of us with yet another “gotta haves”. Looking forward to seeing more !
Hugs from Michigan
I just recently discovered your wonderful products…and the more I see, the more I like (want)!!! Can’t wait to get my first order. The new umbrella set is super!
This set looks adorable and unique! So many possiblilites.
I HAVE to be in this drawing…super cute idea for a set, Dawn! Love the projects you did with them, Nicole!
Lovin’ this set! Thanks for so many different examples using a variety of techniques. You always inspire me!!
I learn something new everytime I visit here. I love the way you attached the bow and button, and especially the umbrella cards! There must be countless ways to use that cute umbrella! You’re all so talented and creative at PTI, and a big, warm welcome to Dawn 🙂
I am LOVING this set so far! It would be perfect for baby and wedding showers, too!!! Thanks for the chance to win!
Five words: I must have this set!
This set is absolutely Adorable!!! and the cards… are just too cute!!
It’s raining outside right this very minute, so I’m thinking that I “need” an umbrella! This stamp set is great and I love your examples, especially the window card!
April is my favorite month of the year! I love April showers. This set is another reason to love spring, April, sun, showers. Think of the possiblities!! Thanks Dawn!
I love your last card! Looks like an awesome new set!!!
Wow! Who would think an umbrella could inspire such creativity. I can’t wait to get my stamp set!
Another set that looks like fun and is more versatile than I originally thought when I first saw the umbrella. Thanks for showing us so many samples! I’m anxiously awaiting the 15th of this month!
The set is so pretty and I can think of a million ways to use it! Thanks for the chance to win. You girls rock, as always!
This set is extradinary! I love the possibilities!
THIS SET IS AMAZING! I love the peek-a-boo card.. oh wow.. I love Dawn and always love to visit her because I know there will be a ohh and ahhh because of her creations! 🙂
This set is great! I especially love all the coordinating sentiments. And thanks for showing us some techniques.
These cards are all beautiful!
AAAAHH! I love it! All your projects are fantastic Nichole- they give me great inspiration for when I buy that set for myself! 🙂
Just can’t wait to see the whole set. Release time is always so much fun!
I can’t put my finger on why, but I love PTI products! The stamps, the colors, the sneak peaks, buttons…EVERYTHING!
OMW – leave it to Dawn to come up with such a cute and whimsical set. Such a different look from her first set. Looks like my Raspberry Suite stamp collection is going to grow.
Love, love, love those super adorable umbrellas! I can’t wait to get my hands on this set….too cute! 🙂
Love the umbrella! And in the spring it is very appropriate! The cards are fantastic! Thanks for sharing them with us! Cathy
I love the new umbrella set, it is so versatile.
What a cute set. And I love how you did the button bow. Can’t wait to see more.
Oh my! I can tell this will be such a fun set. Thank you for sharing such beautiful cards, the paint splattered one is my favorite also. I can’t wait to try that technique, and I’m loving your way of tying bows. Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful work by Dawn….I didn’t expect anthing less. Can’t wait to see the entire set; especially the sentiments. Thanks a Bunch!
Wow, this is a great set! I have always loved umbrellas and parasols since I was a little girl, so this set is a “must” for me!
What a wonderful peek! Can’t wait to see the whole set. I’m going to have to get a second job to support my PTI habit. Thanks for the chance to win!
Your examples are all just fantastic–such great ideas! The ‘resist’ technique is just perfect with the umbrella to give that rainy feel! And Dawn’s set is amazing and will be so versatile for so many themes! So exciting…
I don’t know which of your techniques I like best, probably all of them! Would love to get my hands on this set. Wow!
these are the cutest umbrella stamps i have ever seen! way to go dawn and papertrey ink!!!
This whole set looks like so much fun to play with-I’m looking forward to seeing the whole set!
I absolutely love the cards you’ve created with these images! Every month I’m blown away by your creativity. This set is adorable!! Thanks for the chance to win.
Great set just in time for lots of spring cards! Can’t wait to check out all of the other ways to use this set.
This is such a cute set. The embossing and acrylic paint technique is so cool!
Kara
This is just the sweetest set – so many possibilities! Looks like a must have : )
Thanks for the chance to play!
Loving the umbrella set, and all your wonderful cards.
Wow! Loving the set! Definitely a must-have!! And what great cards – I can’t wait to try the techniques you showed today!
Adorable set and so unique!!
What a great set! I was just thinking the other day that I needed a cute umbrella set. I can see so many possibilities…
My favorite card is the fizz one with the pink “rain”. Love it!
OH, already I love this set!! It looks fab with such a modern clean design!
eeee gads!!!! I can’t wait to get my hands on this set. The water color resist has to be the coolest thing yet.
Great Set Dawn – so versatile and can be used for so many occasions!! I LOVE going for a walk in the rain with my Umbrella!! This has gone on my must have list. The last card is fabulous – definitely going to try that later today – Thanks Nicole! Thanks for the chance to win this awesome set!
love it!
I love it! What a beautiful set!
What a really cute set. I love the versatility that you showed. And cutting the umbrella out and showing some of the inside sentiment is so stinkin’ cute.
cute cute umbrellas!! 🙂 great set! thanks, lisa k in tx
I have to say, when I first read “umbrellas” I wasn’t excited….WOW was I wrong!!! I love the cards you created (esp. the cut out one) and the projects on Dawn’s blog were amazing as well. It goes to show that seeing samples made with products can make a HUGE diference! I’ll be lining up to get one of these sets.
Umbreallas? WAY KOOL! I can’t wait to see the set! LOVE YOUR PROJECTS!
Yes Dawn is so talented! Thanks goodness b/c we all get to benefit from it. This set looks like it could be great fun to play with.
Absolutely love this set! So clever and versatile!
Beautiful cards! I can see you had a blast playing with the new set! Thanks for sharing and looking forward to see the set in it’s entirety. Blessings. 🙂
Fabulous image and sentiments too. How could a girl resist? Although I can see masculine opportunites too.
xoxo
Love the look of the yellow card with this set. Thank you for the mini tutorial on the ribbons and buttons attachment. How clever with the umbrella window card too! Fun set.
Dawn,
This is a really cute set. TFS all your great ideas!
What an adorable set! I look toward to every month’s release- all the sets and projects are so inspirational.
Cute examples of a fab set. The last card is really striking. Thanks for the chance to win.
Congrats to Dawn for designing a fabulous set of stamps! Umbrellas can be used in so many different ways on cards. These stamps will be fun to play with. I’m looking forward to the release this month!
I’m so excited about this new set, and of course, the big release on the 15th. Your samples are gorgeous!
THis is too cute–can’t wait to get my hands on it!! You go, girl!
Ilove love love this set and what you did too..wow!!
Yet another cute set! I really liked how Dawn used the Raspberry Fizz paper to create different designed umbrellas. I never remember to do things like that.
What great samples using such a cute set from Dawn. An instant winner, I’m sure. I can’t wait to see what the next few days have in store. Thanks for the chance to win.
Once again, you’ve managed to inspire with your amazing samples and wonderfully creative stamp sets. I can’t wait for the release this month! I’m so ready for spring and these sets look fantastic for some great spring cards. Thanks for the chance to win!
Great new set, as always! I love the simplicity of the cards–very easy to do, but so elegant looking when finished. Thanks for sharing! Diane
Thank you so much for sharing how you do the bow and button! I’m really liking the cutout umbrella you did. Cute!
I love that darling umbrella..the detail on it is so cute! Great cards Nichole..I love how you cut out of the umbrella to reveal a bit of the sentiment..Thanks for sharing!!
I love the cards you have made today!! Thanks too for showing how you made your bow. I’m off to check what the others have done! Papertrey continues to amaze me!!
Love this set! Such cute and elegant images.
Another great set from DAwn! And these samples are just amazing! So exciting.
You keep raising the bar and challenging me. Well done Dawn and PTI!
Love the sneak peeks! The Scattered Showers set looks terrific. Your sample cards are gorgeous.
Fabulous design by Dawn and fabulous samples! They all use the umbrella image yet they all have such different looks. Another great Papertrey set.
OK this is a MUST have set… as opposed to a Must have set or a must have set… I MUST have this. LOL… I love the last card too, think it is my favorite as well. Going to have to try that tech. =O)
Can’t wait to see the rest.
Angie
I totally ADORE the stamp set & all of the great sentiments! Love your samples, of course. Pick me! Pick me!
What a truly stylish set. So many different uses. Can’t wait to get my hands on it !!
What a FABO set!!! Can’t wait to get my hands on this set!!
I can’t wait to see the entire set! Thanks for sharing so many different tips and techiniques in your examples!
Wonderful images. And so versatile. Wouldn’t mind an announcement from a family member that a sprinkle of good wishes might be in the forecast.
Wow! Dawn has done it again. I love love love it! Can’t wait to order this one.
love it, love it, LOVE IT!
This set is adorable! Love the different images – how cute and trendy it is!! Love your cards -especially the last one with the splattered paint – so pretty!! Thanks for the chance to win!
Oh what a fun set! 🙂 Can’t wait to see the full set!
I absolutely LOVE this set! So cute, and versatile, I can’t wait till the 15th (or sooner if I win the set!) 🙂
What a great set! I have so many baby and bridal showers coming up that this set would be great for.
What a cute set! It has so many possibilies. It would work perfectly for wedding or baby shower cards/invites.
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!!!!!!!Can’t wait to see and get the whole set. Your samples remind us the beauty and creativity we can have with simple.
This is absolutely fabulous! I love it! When I first saw the sneak peek, I thought that I didn’t need it. After seeing your designs and techniques, I absolutely want it!
Thanks!
Thunderstorms are one thing I miss by living in Vegas… and I love this new set. Perhaps it will bring more rain and storms to this area if I had it. The possibilites are endless.
OMG! What an adorable stamp set!
My fav is Lauren’s box…too cute!
Thanks for a chance to win.
Everything Dawn does, I want! I love her creations and her sweet spirit… thanks for adding her to the design team!
And the bow tying technique is getting put to use TODAY!
Oh I love them all…but that splattered paint one is my personal fav too!! Very cute umbrellas!! Thanks Nichole and Dawn!!
What a great set! I would never have imagined that an umbrella could be so versatile! Dawn, you have done it again…what an asset you are to the Papertrey team!
How cute! My 2 year old is really into umbrellas for some reason right now 🙂
This set is beautiful…I’m a big “Dawn” fan! I love how versatile these umbrellas are. Thanks for sharing your techniques in detail.
“Happy Easter”!
What a cute stamp! And you’ve made it so versatile… I especially love the cut-out one and the splattered one!
Nicole, those cards are pure genius! I know it helps that the stamp set you used is really incredible, but your cards for this peek are so inspiring.
Dawn has created a wonderful set in classic Papertrey Ink style. I’m looking forward to seeing all the sentiments that go with this set. Thanks for the chance to win it!
I’m loving the fringe on the umbrella! I was a fan of Dawn’s work before she came on board with PTI and I am not surprised her stamp sets are flying off the shelf.
Your cards are stunning!
What an interesting set! I can’t wait to see all of the sentiments that go along with the umbrellas.
Thanks for the chance to win!
Dawn has come up with another great set. I can’t wait to get my hand on it. I love all of the samples shown today.
Dawn’s new stamp set is so adorable and versatile! Thanks so much to the tutorial on the bow making….I was in much need of it LOL. Thanks for a chance to win!!
Ohmygoodness!!! I love the cut out umbrella card, but of course I love them all. You are so talented with your art.
oh, my!! what a great idea for a stamp set. i can’t wait to see the rest of it. better yet…i can’t wait to get one and “play”!! thanks for the chance to win this cute set!
That’s what I love about PTI stamp sets…the versatility sombined with elegant yet simple designs.
That umbrella image is just so cute! Dawn is really an amazing designer and I can’t wait to see what she comes up with in the future.
Pretty set! I love the yellow card, so cheerful.
You imagination is, once again, amazing! I love to see everything you create!
Oh this is justs FABULOUS!
Another great set from Dawn!!!!!!!! Love the card ideas. I see many options with this super cute set, and just in time for April showers!!!!!!!
Oh my gosh…it just keeps going, doesn’t it?? Truly very nice set… I’ve always wondered how you get your bows with buttons SO nice looking!!
Another great stamp set! I am amazed at the talent of you gals! Thanks for all you do!!!
Dawn is amazing! And I LOVE your cards you made with her awesome umbrellas! CAN NOT wait to get my hands on this set!
Oh I love this set! Your examples are so inspiring, I especially love the umbrella cutout where you can see the text. So cool!
Dawn is right on the money with her desiging. Can’t wait to get my hands on this set!
The umbrella’s are awesome! And thank you so much for sharing your ribbon technique…can’t wait to try both!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE this set! It’s just in time too! My sister is having a baby in August, so I’ll be sending out shower cards soon!
Wow love all the different umbrellas and the samples you showed. I especially like the one where you cut out the inside of the umbrella so the words from the inside showed through.
I LOVE UMBRELLAS, this set is so amazing. I can wait for the 15 put my hands on this set.
I just start collecting your stamps and papers, They are amazing, I am in love with your comapny.
Thank you
Wow… love the cutout window umbrella card… that’s a great idea… looks great… does this set come with any rain drops? Maybe it would be cool to create a ‘shower’ with stitching or something?? Hmmm….my mind is already off and racing!
Good morning! When I first saw the umbrella I thought “Now how versitile can that be?”. Well you guys are fabulous again. Great ideas. Thanks so much!
You’ve done it again! Absolutely adorable!
Happy Spring! What a great set to use especially to welcome spring! Cute, cute, cute! Great job, Dawn!
Omgoodness! Fabulous again and love all the different techniques you have used!!
I was just telling my friend the other day that I wanted to add an umbrella set to my collection and now Papertrey is going to have one!
I LOVE IT!
This is going to be a great set. I just love how you do your bows. I have trouble tying them but your way is so easy! Thanks for sharing.
This is a must have for me! I am imagining this set with the boots from Green Thumb. Can’t wait to play with it 🙂
I love the cards you’ve made with this set! Looks like Dawn and Papertrey have another winner!
As always your work is so so beautiful!!! And papertray stamps keep the trend in the industry!!! Congrats for such success
The cut out umbrella card with the words showing is just the cutest. All of the cards are very fabulouse. Thanks for the chance.
I totally love that paint splattered card. Such a unique look! I would never have thought of it and really like it. It kind of reminds me of those ink blot tests! 🙂
The umbrellas are adorable! Cogratulations Dawn on another fabulous PTI addition!
Your samples are beautiful! I love bold image sets & Scattered Showers fits that bill! Thanks for the chance to win!
I love a pretty umbrella! You showed a few simple techniques today that I’ve never tried, so cute!
I love the umbrella! And the splatter card is so cute!
My favorite of the ones shown are the striped and polka dot umbrellas. I really like the paint technique and can’t wait to try it. And thank-you Nichole for sharing how you make your button bows. I will be using that too!
Fun! Fun! Fun! I love these cute images and sentiments! Great samples!
So adorable! I love all those umbrellas, and I can’t wait to see the entire set. Your cards for this set are awesome!
Another winner of a set! What a perfect image for this time of year.
I have to admit, I wasn’t sold on the sneak peek, but after seeing your samples, Scattered Showers has found its way onto my must have list! Thanks for the great inspiration! Now, to get the gallery fixed 😉
This set looks so great, I can’t wait to see the whole thing.
Fantastic set and AMAZING cards! Love the different techniques you used and shared with us. I know what I am doing with my tax return, shopping at PTI!
i love the umbrellas and all the possibilities with them.
Wow! These are very cute projects!!! I don’t think I would have chosen to use an umbrella, until seeing these! Now that inspires me! Very springy!
I love this stamp set already. There are so many ideas running in my head. Thanks
Dawn, Thank you sooooo much for sharing your way of making the bows with buttons! I cant wait to try it!
I love this set! Dawn is certainly an amazing talent! I visit her site daily! Thanks for the chance to win! Cindy
I love this set!! I really love the first card, the colors are beautiful together. Thanks for showing how you tied your bow, they always look so perfect!!
What a fun cute little April set! I love the cut out! Dawn you did great!
This set is amazing, I love Dawn’s work! I watch for updates on her blog daily with her unique and gorgeous projects. I am so glad you invited her to be a stamp designer!
Love all the samples! The window and the paint splatter are great ideas, thanks for sharing them with us. And kudos to you Nichole, for recognizing, encouraging, and supporting Dawn’s talent!
It’s gorgeous! I can’t wait to play with it.
This is such a great sneak peek! I love the modern stripes card you did with the paint wash!
Oh, what a fun set this will be! All of your cards were great! Thanks for sharing!
I have to say that this is a very nice and unique stamp to play around with. I actually do all types of invitations and this will work perfectly if I had a chance, but they ROCK in your cards and Dawn’s. I think I found myself a new technique – YAY!!
Wonderful cards…
I honestly didn’t think I would be excited about a set with umbrellas until I saw what you had created with it! Wow! I especially like the detail of the fringe on the one umbrella. Dawn McVey rocks!
Well of course this one is bound to be a hit too! I love Damask Designs and this one is too cute to pass up! Love all the designs on the umbrellas.
Ditto on what everyone is saying regarding this new set. Love starting my mornings on the 10th through the 15th of each month because of PTI!
very cute!!
It’s raining here right now and I’m from rainy Seattle. Love these umbrella’s. Love all your cards but the window card is my fav.
I love the idea of an umbrella set. This would be perfect for baby/bridal/wedding showers as well as spring-y birthday cards!
I can see that this set is a MUST HAVE………
Thanks for the opportunity to win!!
I can’t wait to see the entire set. Love what I’m seeing so far!
What a pretty set. I love the cut out umbrella card and the card with acrylic paint the best. Looks like a great set.
Wow – this is awesome! I am so excited that this s not just for baby & wedding showers – I can’t wait to get one and play with it. Thanks for showing us so many ways to use it.
Dawn’s done it again! Awesome, awesome, awesome!!
Ah! Love it! Thanks for sharing such a wonderfully diverse set of cards. I can’t wait to see the whole set!!!
I love all your samples Nichole! the embossing – the cut out – the polka dots and the wonderful splash painted one! this looks like a really fun set!
Wow! What fabulous projects! I love the one with the saying “peeking” through the front of the card. Adorable! 🙂
Looks like another fabulous new set!
Andra
These cards are unique and beautiful – it’s great knowing that you can achieve so many different looks with one set! Thanks for the inspiration!
All the different umbrellas look so fun, and the cut-out is great! Thanks for showing your bow and button technique.
What an adorable set, how fun is that umbrella. Great projects, thanks for sharing and giving us the opportunity to win this set.
Those are some very beautiful cards! They really show the versatility of the stamp set. And thank you for showing some of the steps used to create some of the cards, it’s so nice to get inside tips like this! Thanks for a wonderfully inspiring blog!
I love the umbellas and the designs you have done with them. They make the day brighter even though it may be raining like it is here.
Oh, this is just tooo fun. Dawn has done it again. And I loved your examples, Nichole. Beautiful..Beautiful.
Too CUTE!! Can’t wait to see the rest of the set!
Love it!! Can’t wait to see the complete set.
I love your card samples! You always show
the endless possibilities of a set. The cut
out umbrella is really sweet.
So at first I thought, maybe I don’t need this set, as cute as it is…um NOPE! All of your cards and the other DT members have showcased this set wonderfully! It’s on my MUST have list now! Counting down the days until the official release!
What a cute set! My favorite is the polka dot umbrella. Can’t wait to see the whole set!
I LOVE the last card design – I’m just making a set of cards for someone and will have to incorporate that technique! As always – thank you for the wonderful ideas and inspiration!
Oh, I’m gonna want that set JUST for the umbrella with flowers on it! Too cute! I can’t wait to see the whole set…better yet to win it!! Great projects, Nicole!
This is a super cute set! I never anticipated multiple umbrella images from the earlier sneak. How totally fun! Love the polka-dot card and the one with the cutout opening. I also love how Dawn made one of hers with a damask pattern!
Wow! Love the different looks. So many ways to use these.
I especially love the red and black and white card – how striking!
This looks like another great set!! I really like all of your cards but I really like the last card with the resist technique.
I absolutely love the umbrella – it is definitely a must have for a stamping collection!
WOW! I love all your projects. As I read about each one, the next one became my favorite. When I got to the next to the last card, I was thinking there was no way the last one could be better and then BAM! That watercolor idea is awesome! Thank you for sharing so much with us! I love that each project is “doable” for us.
I already think this is a great set. I can’t wait to see the other stamps.
the cut out umbrella card is too cool!
OOOOOOOH!! I love umbrella’s!!!
This umbrella set is “da bomb”!!!! Love it…love it….!!! Dawn is such a GREATLY talented designer!! Must have it…again!
Just love Dawn’s work! New releases look great!
Thanks for sharing how you create a bow. I’ve been wondering how ppl did that & it always looked so pretty! I love the new umbrella images. They are perfect especially for this month but it looks very versatile. And thanks for showing us to think outside of the box by cutting a window in the umbrella. I don’t think I would have thought to do that myself. 🙂
I love all the different cards created with this set, you’ve showcased some techniques I’ve forgotten about. You’ve made it a ‘gotta have’ set =)
-Mary
Oh my gosh, what a FUN set!! And that cutout umbrella with the sentiment showing through?? My jaw dropped!!
I love what you did with this set, Nichole, especially the card with the “see through” umbrella. That could be used for so many occasions. Obviously, Dawn did awesome in creating another stamp set!
Looks like Dawn has designed another winner! I hope to try out the clear embossing resist technique you showed us soon. Thanks Nichole!
being a painter i really enjoyed the heat embossed resist that you did especially the a typical colors. Thanks for your work!
I just love Dawn’s style and this set is a must-have for me!
You stamped at an angle?!?! My world is turning upside-down!! Ha! Dawn is a pretty amazing stamp designer if she can get you to do that!!
Lovely cards as usual…but I have to say that tilted umbrella one is my favorite!
Can’t wait to see the rest of the sets!
ME ME ME ME ME!!!! PICK ME!!!!!!!! I love this set!!! You girls just amaze me every month with all of your talent and inspiration. I’m going to have to stop looking at the releases here at work and do it while I’m at home instead because as soon as I see this and get all inspired, I want to go and CREATE!!!
What a beautiful, beautiful set that has so many possibilities. I love the versatility that you are showing. Thanks for the chance to win.
What a wonderful stamp set. There isn’t another one like it around, which is terrific. Great job to Dawn.
This is such a cute set! Looks like a lot of fun!
So many neat ideas. Love the paint technique!
WOW! You keep coming up with great stamp sets, Dawn is one talented gal. I love visiting the blogs of the design team. They are all so inspiring . I think this set is super cute and would love working with it.
This set looks like a “must have” – your cards are beautiful.
So cute. Love the cut out card and your “artsy” card too. Can’t wait to see all the new sets.
Wow, this set looks great! I would have never thought about a set of *umbrellas*! And these cards are so beautiful! I love the Kraft + yellow in the first card, I love the interesting result of the second, the colors in the third one are so fun and the forth card is… gorgeous! *Beautiful*! Love them all, but especially the last one!! (and the first one. and the second one. and the third one too.) 🙂
Efrat K.
This is adorable. Wow Dawn, you should be so proud!
The little details really make this set. I love the fringe!
TFS
Ang
What a lovely set – I never would have thought you could do such cute things with umbrellas! Creativity abounds at PTI.
I love this set! I make and sell hand-made cards and my customers are always asking for shower invitations! Yeah PTI!
I love those umbrellas! Your cards are beautiful as always. You just have talent oozing out of you! Dawn is also amazing. I loved her first set and I can’t wait to get my hands on this set. Is it the 15th yet?
What a cute set! I love the variety of looks for the umbrella and the sentiments rock. TFS Ann Lind
I love the variety of the card styles you posted today. You always provide me with several new ideas/techniques to try. I also appreciate the tutorial on tying the button bow. Thank you for sharing your creativity! I am thinking how cute this umbrella would be turned upside down with hearts or flowers falling into it!
what a darling set-so unique and springish!!! Love it-great job Dawn.
Thank you for sharing your ideas and teaching us new ways to use our stamps. You really do help us get more value from our craft dollar.
This looks like such a fun stamp set – just ideal from little miss sunshine herself!! (Dawn) Lol,but she is, isn’t she!!? Lol. Many thanks for the opportunity
Oh, just when I know I don’t need any more stamps, I’m blown away with your cards, the stamps, and the possibilities. Wow!
I soooo appreciate the bow w/button instructions.
I have always loved umbrellas & the ones you put in this set are great — esp. the one w/the fringe.
Wow, I’m blown away by these cards! Love those umbrellas! The yellow and kraft one is so darling! Love them all! Thanks for a chance to win! Monica
Thanks so much for the Ribbon Tying Tutorial it was awesome. I’m totally in love with Scattered Showers and I’ve been dying for an umbrella stamp for the last 6 weeks looks like I’ll finally get my chance.
Thanks for the great inspiration.
Wow…What a awesome set!! Definitely a must have!! Can’t wait to the rest of the new releases!!
Wow!! What a fabulous stamp set! I’m definitely getting this one even if I don’t win it! 🙂 Your cards are beautiful, as always!
Thanks for the chance to win!
Karen
Very cute set with the umbrella! And I love all of the different card ideas shown. It would be a fun set to win!!
Nichole fabulous cards as usual. I really like how you used the acrylic paint on the raspberry fizz card. What a fabulous idea and a breathtaking card.
Love all the different patterns on the umbrella’s. I think your four cards have already sold me on this set, but I am still hoping I win it!
This is really an amazing new set! Dawn has hit it out of the park (again!). Nicole I just love all your samples… if I could have just one ounce of your creativity!
You rock and so do these new stamps!
Oh my goodness gracious. I love all your cards and simply can’t WAIT to see this set in its entirety!
What a cute set! I continue to be amazed by the versatility of your sets. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us and offering the great prize!
I love this set and the card you made with the umbrella cutout. What a great idea!
So many possibilities! Another great set from Dawn.
Now I can’t wait to create shower invites!
What I see so far is just adorable! So many uses:)
The umbrellas look intriguing. Can’t wait to see the rest of the set.
Oh, I just LOVE this set! So cute! I have been wanting something like this. Just love it! Of course, I love EVERYTHING that you guys do. Thanks for a chance to win.
Can’t wait to see the whole set- it looks like so much fun!
What great and fun ideas. I love stamps more and more with all of your creative ideas. Thanks for the giveaway.
It is an ADORABLE set with MANY possibilities! Can’t wait to see more artwork with it 🙂
Such a creative way to use paint! It really does give it an artsy look! Beautiful!
oh wow! this is adorable so far. cant wait to see all of the sentiments too. i love the one dawn used in her sample. cheer up buttercup. i call people that all the time!!!
Adorable stamps and wondrous examples as usual! It is such a fun and sweet looking set. Thank you for a chance to win!
This looks like it is going to be a great set for any occasion!
I love all of your ideas and this is a must have set!!
Thanks,
That umbrella is SOOOO adorable, and the sentiments are fantastic! What a fun set!
This set looks so fun! I love all of the cards that you created with it.
I love, love, love this set. Dawn’s got another great one! Your cards are great Nichole, especially the last one. Can’t wait to see the rest of the sets this month.
Another fabulous set from Dawn. I love the technique with the acrylic paint Nicole! Of course, all your samples a beautiful.
SO great….this set is fresh, fun….Fabulous!! Kuddos to Dawn, she is so talented!!
Love the umbrellas.
I was the one who asked about the ribbon-bow-button technique on the message boards, so I’m thrilled to see your tutorial here! Plus, of course, the umbrella images are adorable.
WOOO HOOO!! I am sooo exited about this set. I love umbrellas! (even though I don’t like the rain, how weird is that!) Dawn’s stamp set is soooo cute. I would really LOVE to win this set. Thanks for the chance to win.
Gorgeous and I was just saying the other day… I wish I had a super cute umbrella stamp! Love it!
Wow Nichole!
Those cards are so cute.
I love the last one, very original.
Kris
Aww, what cute umbrellas! Go Dawn!
What a fabulous set–Dawn has done it again!
Love all the cards you created, thanks for another wonderful must have set!
I so need this set!!!! It is perfect 🙂 I can see so many possiblities with all different reasons to use it, cant wait to order.
April showers bring may flowers??? Can’t wait to purchase this stamp set. I think I am a Papertrey addict. Do they have self help groups for people like me????
Absolutely adorable – a must have as usual
Cute, cute! My favorite sample is the red, white and black one. Darling! I’m giving a bridal shower for the daughter of a friend of mine – this will be PERFECT for the invitations! Sooo talented!
I am IN LOVE! You have done an excellent job with your samples. The versatility is awesome! I’m giddy!! :0)
I just love this set…so far! I can’t wait to see the rest of it! :o)
all i can say is……. i can’t wait!!!!
Lori
wow! That looks like an awesome set. So fun and cute! I can’t believe all the talent I see here every month! thank you for all the inspiration!!
Wow, I can’t wait to see the whole set. This is great, loving the umbrella.
wow, your last card is really imaginative~
it looks like little hot pink raindrops burst onto the card.
What a great set! I definitely will have to get this one. Thanks for the opportunity to enter the giveaway!
Great set…all the umbrellas are my favorite! Cute, cute cards!
Wow, what a great set Dawn has created!!! And your cards are as fabulous as ever Nichole!
This set looks to be adorable. Love the flowered umbrella. Very versatile. Finally an accessory for the cute boot in Green Thumb. Can’t wait to see more of the set.
Wow–what great ideas you’ve shared! Thanks.
What a neat set! I’m seeing umbrellas in a whole new way.
I am loving this new set!! Looks like a must have!!!
THanks Nichole!!!
Love the variety of cards you made with this set. My favorite is the cut out umbrella.
thanks for the cute bow tying tip! I love it!
It has been raining here for 2 days in MO-what a perfect set for spring!
Wow!!! great cards and those umbrellas areadorable!!
I hope I win.
Thanks for the chance.
God bless
Giovana
The umbrella is so cute. And thanks for the bow and button how-to. This looks like a set that could be used quite a bit. I like it.
I like the ‘artsy’ look best – your comment got me thinking, what is the difference between art and craft?
I absolutely love the emboss resist with the paint! Gonna have to go try it…
I lve how all your projects illustrate how much versatility there is in a set. I really like the design. Looking forward to the full release of the set!
~Meredith
Dawn is a super star. I am always amazed with her creativities. She and Lauren, what can I say? My life would be less colorful without them. Thanks, Dawn, and thanks, PTI.
I think it’s a great stamp set. A must have and very versatile.
I agree, Dawn is very talented. I love the white resist umbrella with the great splash of pink 🙂
What a magnificent set! Those umbrellas have unlimited possibilities. Dawn is a true asset to your team.
Wow…you guys keep outdoing yourselves…this is such an awesome set…I love the different umbrellas. It is way cool that it can be used for so many other things than just spring.
blessings.
Love the stamp image, love the verse, love the sample.
This set is wonderful! Love all of your samples with it.
Another winner! I really love the resist and the one you cut out – so very pretty. Thanks for showing your ribbon technique too.
This is a great new set! Awhile ago I started noticing that many of the cards I admired in various magazines were crafted by Dawn. This is the perfect set for April.
What a great set! There are so many things you could do with this set! I love the last card with the resist!
Set is adorable and seems very versatile. Good stuff! 🙂
Oh, I’m so excited! This is such a perfect set for Spring! Dawn is so talented~ I LOVE the colors used for these cards! Can’t wait!
This set is intriguing and I love what you’ve done with it! Every month sees me becoming more addicted to PT!
With DD out of work & the economy “raining on my parade” this set is perfect right now. The sentiments Dawn revealed really hit home with me also! Such a lovely versatile set I can’t live without!!!
Oh my goodness does this set look awesome! SO ADORABLE! I love your samples! Can’t wait to see the whole set!
What a fun cute set…and as usual your creativity just shows them off perfectly. Thanks and I cant wait to see all of the new items.
I just love this set! This is a must have. I love the sentiments with the retro font. Dawn really hit this one out of the park!
Such different cards – such possibilities!!! I love the images and the fonts are beautiful!!
Perfect set for April (especially seeing that we are having a rainy day today!) I think the possiblities are great with this set! Happy holidays everyone.
What an adorable set. I can’t wait to see the entire set.
wow! looks like a fun set. your cards are beautiful and thanks for the ribbon tutorial, I always use glue dots to attach my buttons, I’ll have to try your technique.
What beautiful projects! Of course I could only thought of baby and wedding showers!
You gals are SO creative- I love to see what you all come up with each month. This looks to be a very versatile set and in today’s economy that’s a huge plus, in my opinion.
Another fun set from my fave gal, Dawn McVey!! Can’t wait to see more samples.
Super cute! These umbrellas have hit the mark once again. I am loving the sentiments that o with that you have shown so far. They really expand the versatility of the set. Can’t wait to see it all 🙂
Super Cute and Fun! Can’t wait to see the whole set!
Congrats on the new set, Dawn! What amazing inspiration to draw from, Nichole! I can never get enough of your creative style.
Thanks for a chance to win this set!
How fun!! I can already picture adorable wedding and baby shower invites being made with this set!
Oh I can already tell this umbrella set’s got my name written all over it! It’s definitely going on my Must Haves list. It’s precious!
Beautiful! I love the artsy look of the last one the best. You are so talented!
As always, this is one of my favorite times of the month! It so exciting that there is a company out there that has monthly new releases like Papertrey! How great is that?!?! 🙂
Oh, that last card is great! I’m going to have to try that technique for sure!
Loving the new set! It versatile and reminds me so much of spring — I NEED spring, we still have snow and brown everywhere! Thanks for the chance
Wow–another great set by Dawn! Lots of versatility and will definitely be a “must-have” for me!!
hugz,
Suzanne Dean
Who would have thought umbrellas could be so much fun!! Love the paint idea.
The umbrella set is so amazing. I can imagine a variety of cards and all of them so cheery. I would love to have this set!
I just love those umbrella’s too cute!!! Love the card with the resist.. Thanks Dawn!!!
I really love this set. I especially liked the last card with the resist on it. Dawn’s sets are right up my alley and are just beautiful to look at.
What a fun set with so many possibilities!! I’d love to win this set!
My mind is whirling with all the possibilities for this set. It is fabulous! I am definitely addicted to paper piecing so I’m sure I’ll be stamping that outline umbrella on a ton of papers. Thanks for the chance to win this great set!
Such a cute set and I loved the fun ways you used it! I love the cut out umbrella and the splashed paint!!! And the colors from the red, black, and white off center one is so strikingly cute!!! :>
Ooooo looks like a unique must have set! Love the red and black umbrella card!!
Oh my goodness, I really wanted a stamp wet with an umbrella. I hope there’s a baby/bridal shower sentiment included!!
The set looks super cute. Funny tho, the card I am drawn towards the most, is the black and red one. I think I just love polka dots.
What adorable umbrellas!! I need them all. I LOVE that window card — what a great idea! And the emboss resist card! Thanks for the inspiration!
LOVE IT! Wow, its just amazing! Both the cards and the stamp set. Thanks for the chance to win!
This set is great! It will definitely be added to the wish list!
How adorable!! I see the fun is just beginning- again 🙂
Yaayy!!
These are soooo cool. Great job!
What a great set! I am sooooo ready for spring and this set is perfect for it! Way to go Dawn and Nichole!!!!
Can’t wait to see the full set. Love the embossed umbrella card!
I am so glad that you have Dawn on your design team! I think I will want every single stamp set she creates! The cut-out umbrella is SUPER cute.
Oh, no! Day 1 of the countdown and I already need to spend money! Dawn’s new set is fantastic! And I love the way that Heather’s set works with some of the other stamp sets.
This set is adorable! I can’t wait to see the rest of the sentiments.
thanks for the bow & button tutorial, can’t wait to try that….
WOW!!!…dawn has done it again!!!…i have the damask designs set & absolutely love it…i would love to win this set, if not i will be buying it!…(great cards, too!)…
the creativity with this set, is quite inspiring…..
Susan Wolf
I think this set will be a must have for all those spring cards and scrapbook pages. Thanks for bringing the best designers to Papertrey. I love seeing their different styles and being inspired by their work.
This set is adorable!! Love your samples! Ideas are already racing through my head for a wedding shower I’ll be attending this year 🙂
What a fabulous set! Who doesn’t love umbrella? Can’t wait to see the whole set!
I cannot wait to get my hands on this set. I have been wondering exactly what stamps to use for Spring and this set is simply perfect! Def a must have for this release!!!
ok ok ..this one is just too darn cute…love the cut out…but I can think of a bazillion uses for that umbrella! Dawn is quite the talented one. Congrads to her…and ty for any consideration to win…I do follow and subscribe if that ups my chances 🙂 Thanks again, Cher
Dawn is just wonderful! This set is so cute, fresh and fun! I just love it!
I absolutely love your Enjoy umbrella card! Makes me want to jump in mud puddles with some cute rain boots on!
What a fun set and I can’t wait to see the rest! I love all the ideas with different colors…so many uses and color combos!
I am loving this set and I love your samples. Thanks for the inspiration! Way to go on the design Dawn!!
what a beautiful set of cards, I love them all but the first was especially pretty. well done.
I absolutely love what I have seen so far of this set. Dawn you bring such a fresh look to this set.
R
Your cards are always beautiful and these are no exception! I love the umbrella – it is super cute! Thanks for sharing!
Oh wow, I love that splatter effect! I am SOOOO gonna have to use that on my cards. What a great new set! Love it.
VERY cool set…didn’t realize an umbrella had such endless possiblites. Thanks for the chance to win!
The umbrella stamp is so dang cute! I can’t wait to try your ribbon/button technique; it’s awesome!
Oh my gosh the umbrella set is adorable! Good job Dawn! And I love the kraft and yellow together!
Gorgeous cards Nicole! I need this set 🙂
Awesome, thanks for sharing the different techniques! I can’t wait for the 15th!!
I can’t wait to see the rest of this set. Looks so cute and unique. You keep surprising us!!!! 🙂
What a unique set. I love all the possibilities with the umbrellas and I have nothing like this in my collection. As always, your cards are amazing. You always inspire me to try new things. Thanks for sharing your creativity.
What a cute, cute set!! Can’t wait for the full reveal!
Oh my goodnesses! Like many others I LOVE the paint splatter card! So pretty! BUT my mind is going into overdrive with the cutaway card. I am used to showing images behind the cut-out, but never words. I really like the way it looks! AND THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING! I do love this time of month. I know how crazy you all must be getting ready for it, but I think you can tell from out comments how much we look forward to seeing what you all come up with next! THANKS so much for another inspirational day…
The set looks awesome! I an so excited for the release. Thanks for the chance to win.
Great set and I love your card samples!
love the set and the ideas for it.
The window card is brilliant! This looks like such a cute set.
Yet another adorable set from PTI! Very exciting!!
I was just looking for a rain stamp set last week. I am really glad I didn’t buy one. The cutout umbrella card you made with the sentiment showing through is really cool. I would love to win this set. If not it will definitely be going in my cart Tuesday night. Thanks for the chance to win it though.
Absolutely simple but so versatile & perfect, especially in rainy Seattle! MollyK.
How fun! Love the bow technique. The kraft and yellow colors are so springy and fresh–gotta love them too!
I love the window card – so clever! Can’t wait to see the rest of the set!
I’ve been trying to think……and I realize I’ve never seen an umbrella set before! This is awesome! Thank you for thinking of such a great idea.
I love the graphic look of the umbrellas…very fun and fresh.
Great set, thanks for the opportunity to win! You always have great cards!
I love this set! Thanks for showing how to make the bow with the button. I always love your work.
I love the resist technique–I want to try it using Ocean Tides!
I can already vision the baby shower, bridal shower and under the weather cards that are gonna be made with this set. Another great PTI set.
What a cute set. So creative!
Oh goodness, these cards are ALL so super awesome!!! Love the way you did the ribbon and button.
The last card you posted was my FAVORITE!! This looks like a great set …one I’ll have to add to my ever-growing PTI collection. Can’t wait until the release!! Thanx for the chance to win!!
love, love, love it! Sooooo cute!!
So cute!! I love how many different uses I can think of for this stamp set, plus the bonus that you are kind enough to share some great techniques with us while showing off the stamps! Love it!
the card samples you made are all adorable! and how clever with the paint! although I love the cutout umbrelly as well…… gosh, who wouldn’t want ANY of those cards?!?!
what a fun and versatile set!
The cut-out umbrella is so cute. This is another ‘must-have’ set. Thanks for the chance to win it!
How cool is that. I didn’t think you could use an umbrella for so many occasions. I love the cards you made with it as well. So neat. TFS!!!