Our final day of the Papertrey Ink Countdown is extra sweet. To further our Wispy Tree series, we have the new Cornered: Wispy Trees dies. They create the most beautiful decorative corners and MORE as you’ll see our designers share. Also, today we’re sharing the new Inside Greetings: You’re On My Mind stamps. Let’s get started!
I love the soft effect the new Cornered: Wispy trees dies added to my card. I cut them from a Sweet Blush base and layered it over a Vintage Cream card base. These new dies can also create a gorgeous, bold, contrasting look to your cards. Notice how Kelly and Teresa both used these lovely dies. I am smitten!
My sentiments stamped on a die cut Love to Layer: Ovals die, uses one of the three touching sentiments found in the Inside Greetings: You’re On My Mind set. I can’t tell you enough how useful these sentiments will be! Surrounding my sentiment I die cut and stamped images from the Eucalyptus Elegance stamp set. Aren’t these leaves so beautiful and lifelike?
I embellished my eucalyptus wreath using butterflies clipped from the Cover Plate: Flutter Frame die. I am so happy you can use the butterflies in that die in a variety of different ways, such as separating them from their frame. I tucked in die cut greenery from the Into the Blooms: Dahlias die set. I’ve used the Vintage Blooms die to create my photo corners, cutting them from chipboard and painting them with ivory paint to create a shabby look and feel.
Enjoy the beautiful creations our designers have ready to share with you!
You’ve Been On My Mind Card
Supplies used:
STAMPS: Eucalyptus Elegance, Inside Greetings: You’re On My Mind
INK: Ripe Avocado, Spring Rain, Melon Berry, Autumn Rose, Spring Moss, Olive Twist, Honey Nut
PAPER: Vintage Cream, Stamper’s Select White, Sheer Basics Vellum, Sweet Blush
DIES: Cornered: Wispy Trees, Eucalyptus Elegance, Cover Plate: Flutter Frame, Love to Layer: Ovals, Into the Blooms: Dahlias, Vintage Blooms, Border Bling: Skinny Diagonals Frame
OTHER: Patterned Paper, Chipboard, Stickles Glitter, Enamel Dots, Moonshine Sequins
TIPS:
- Try layering corner dies to add more interest.
- Use the adorable scissors stamp/die to add a fun action “cut”.
- Add large foam dots behind the “cut” flaps to give more dimension.
TIPS:
- Let the corner dies have a dry embossed look by carefully turning over the paper after die cutting and apply tape to the back to prevent the small leaves from falling out.
- Give the doily die some pizzazz by also cutting it from black card stock then inlaying the black “leaves”.
- Angle a second tag that is cut from patterned paper to add more visual interest.
TIPS:
- Choose to inlay a different color into the leafy corner die cut.
- Use an adhesive sheet for the backing of the die cut panel to avoid the messiness of using glue to adhere the tiny pieces.
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Using vellum helps to soften the look plus it doesn’t cover up as much of the background.
Our final set of products for the July Countdown are the new Dotted Hexagon Stencils. They are pretty irresistible! Just you wait to see the many different ways our designers have used them. Let’s begin with how I used them.
I used the large Dotted Hexagon Stencils to create a background for my sunflower scene. I wanted a bit of soft pattern behind my rays of sunshine and clouds, and they were perfect. I sponged the hexagons on in Spring Moss and Summer Sunrise and then removed the stencil and added more ink blending in the same colors.
I then added a die cut Love to Layer: Notched rectangle. I added cloud stencils and a bit of water to activate the ink. After this came my sunflowers, created using the new Sprigs & Sprays: Fall stamp set. Oh, how I love these flowers! They are stamped over a stenciled Sunburst with a sentiment selected from the Just Sentiments: You’re On My Mind stamp set.
I decided to pot my sweet little sunflowers in a vase from the new Into the Blooms: Orchids die set. I added additional leaves using leaves from this same collection. Behind my sunflowers, I’ve used the adorable Mini Picket Fence dies. This might be my most favorite part of my card….who can resist a cute, little picket fence? Must have, I tell you!
How will you use your Dotted Hexagon Stencils? You’ll have the best time creating with them…I know it!
Thought of You Card
Supplies used:
STAMPS: Just Sentiments: You’re On My Mind, Sprigs & Sprays: Fall
INK: Spring Rain, Hawaiian Shores, Summer Sunrise, Melon Berry, Honey Nut, Bright Buttercup, Cocoa Bean, Spring Moss, Ripe Avocado
PAPER: Vintage Cream
DIES: Love to Layer: Notched, Pierced Feature Frames: Rectangles, Into the Blooms: Orchids
OTHER: Dotted Hexagon Stencil Collection, Clouds Stencil Collection, Sunburst Stencil Collection, Stickles Glitter, Patterned Paper, Moonshine Sequins
TIPS:
- For a subtle and organic background, selectively stencil over the background panel, letting the pattern fade to white.
- Use plain cellophane/Scotch tape to adhere the orchids to the stem and then add dimension to the overall piece using foam tape.
- Add dimension to pieces die cut from color cardstock by using blending brushes to blend a darker dye ink around the edges of the piece.
- The Copic Airbrush System is an easy way to add very fine splatter using ink straight from your Copic Sketch marker.
STAMPS: Just Sentiments: You’re On My Mind
PAPER: New Leaf, Green Parakeet, Stamper’s Select White
DIES: Into the Blooms: Orchids, Mix & Mat: Scallops
STENCILS: Dotted Hexagon Stencil Collection
OTHER: Black Pigment Ink (sentiment), dye inks and blending brushes for ink-blending and stenciling
We hope you were inspired by all of the amazing projects today! What products are you most excited about using right away? Please leave a comment on this post to be eligible to win!
Leave a comment today and be automatically entered to win a $50 Papertrey Ink gift certificate! You have until 7am ET, June 21st to leave your comment and be eligible to win. Only one comment per person please. One randomly selected winner will be posted on the July Release Winners Page by 11 PM ET on June 21st.
Karen Walker says
The dotted hexagon stencils make such a wonderful background, and I love the way the DT used the new Wispy Tree Corners.
Melanie Ann MacKenzie says
Really beautiful projects from all the designers today. Cheers.
Carmela Hubler says
These cards are works of art today! Love all the new release and the Wispy Tree corner die is beautiful!
Julie Bitner says
The dotted hexagon stencils add such a nice touch and I know it’s still July, but I’m loving the fall designs!
Lisa Schenck says
Oh my goodness, I am completely in love with all of the wispy trees! And that Eucalyptus! , this whole release is so special!
Andre M. says
Lovely cards, the hexagon stencil has defintely caught my eye today, such a fun pattern for backgrounds.
Sue D says
Beautiful cards. I like the dotted hexagon backgrounds.
Stephanie Haley says
I love the Dotted Hexagon stencil, so delicate and pretty!
Laura Corkill says
Another great release Papertrey Ink! The ladies have come through with lots of incredible inspiration once again. How do they do it??? I have to say my favorite thing from this release is the Sprigs & Sprays: Fall set. I love how the smaller flowers, leaves and pumpkins fit in the vases, baskets and the pick-up truck. Definitely something I would use over and over again.
Kristina says
Wow! I’m loving the new wispy tree corners! All of the cards are beautiful. Kelly’s cards are STUNNING!
Bobbie Pearson says
IL especially like the dotted hexagon to use as partial backgrounds. Great card ideas
Dawn W. says
Love all the cards and the dotted hexagon stencils are great!
Michele F says
Never would I ever have thought of all the fun ways that tree die was used today!! Well done, ladies! Well done, PTI! and I adore the new sentiments!
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Luanne Ford says
I love all the products today! The Wispy Corners are awesome!
Marcia Hill says
Beautiful, beautiful cards today from ALL the designers, and I’m loving that dotted hexagon stencil for the backgrounds, and the corner dies too! Great release this month PTI!!! :0)
Lori Beseke says
Love the mix of older products with the new. Great job design team, beautiful projects. Especially love the Wispy Tree items!
Terri Sandoval says
I think this month has been one of your best releases yet.
Isabel Z says
The sentiments are perfect!
abrash says
I like the dotted hexagon – very unique!
Maria C F says
The DT has created such elegant cards–love what they do time and time again.
Casandra Bennett says
Love those sentiments, and that gold yellow cardstock is awesome for Fall/Harvest projects.
Janice says
Working with Wispy tree and cornered: wispy tree are top of my “to create” list. Love this new release!
MandaLJ says
I really like the Dotted Hexagon stencils!
Nancy M. says
Another amazing release. Well done, Designers!
Melissa Leftrick says
Beautiful inspiration!!! So many things can be used for journaling too! Love everything!!
Susan Molinari says
I think the orchid is just stunning! Great release!
Tosha says
Nice job team! I really like the sentiments, they speak my thoughts.
Marcy says
Wow! You all are so talented! Beautiful new products. I love it all.
Vickie R. says
Love the new hexagon stencils!
Deb B. says
The samples are beautiful! They show off all the wonderful products!
Christine Miller says
Such a lovely display today! I love the subtle look of the hexagon stencil and the pretty fall colors that made an appearance today!
Gayle I. says
More beautiful release items. Love the cornered wispy tree!
Eva N says
All the cards are lovely. The Wispy Corners add wonderful details and will be a great addition to my cards.
D. Suzanne Cox says
What do I choose? The Wispy Corners die with the new picket fence—so beautiful!
Jill W. says
The dotted hexagon stencil is amazing!!
Jan Metcalf says
Still in love with the new orchid and a shout out to Kelly’s gray card with bright flowers, very striking!
Carol W. Blaisdell says
So much to see and love this morning! Kudos to the design team – outstanding!
Meghan Kennihan says
I am completely in love with all of the wispy trees! And that Eucalyptus is fabulous! , this whole release is so amazing!
Janet B from WV says
I’m loving the dotted hexagon background!
Pauline B. says
These cards are beaufiful and creative. I like the hexagon stencils.
Helen F. says
Really like the Wispy Tree corner dies and the beautiful You’re on My Mind Greetings! I’m getting back into using stencils more these days and must add the Dotted Hexagon to my collection 🙂
Cynthia C. says
Lovely samples and sentiments!!
Mel H says
I love today’s products, this may be my favorite day of the release. The corners and sentiments are so good, and I love the dotted hexagon.
Kim Heggins says
That Wispy tree is so beautiful, makes for a magical card.
Sue Symens says
Loving the dotted hexagons and the corner tree. Fabulous!
DJRANTS says
Love the Dotted Hexagon,.so pretty!
SabineVDK says
Loving all of these new release sneak peeks!
BECCA YAHRLING says
Everything is so beautiful! The projects AND the products. I really love the orchid and I don’t have any in my stash!! The dotted hexagons are also something different that I don’t have.
Betty Neville says
Beautiful projects! Love the Wispy Tree set!
Greta H says
Really love the new stencil! Beautiful cards by everyone!
Denise Bryant says
Gorgeous designs in this release! I love the new corner die! Wonderful creations to feature the new products!
Kathy Mc says
The Wispy Tree corners are more versatile than I anticipated. Great job, DT! The dotted hexagon stencil is perfect for a variety of backgrounds. Wonderful release!
Mary J says
Another round of great projects made with the new release items. Thank you!
Sharon Gullikson says
I really love the dotted hexagon, and the Eucalyptus leaves. The leaves are SO pretty in these unusual colors. GORGEOUS release
Kelly W. says
So many wonderful cards and projects, the design team really rocked this one! I’m ready to think about Autumn with these 90 degree days upon us. 😉
kathy dumpert says
I like your on my mind sentiment stamp as sometimes you want to send a card and need the perfect sentiment.
Amy Cooley says
Wonderful release this month! I especially love the butterfly panel die.
Mayumi O says
Love the new inside greetings. They made my heart so warm instantly❤️❤️ I want the recipient to feel the same way as I do. 😊
Emma Sleppy says
Beautiful. Always look forward to the create cards displayed on these countdowns.
Sadie H says
The hexagon stencil caught my eye!!! Love it. Really would love to add that to my stash! Of course there are so many beautiful things and love all the Design Team’s art again!
Connie G says
I love the dotted hexagon stencil!!! Beautiful job by the DT!
Lyn says
Pretty sentiments are hard to find – these are beautiful! Entire release is a winner!
Lisa Mosher says
I love the dotted stencils! Great release, lots of pretty inspiration!
Marisela Delgado says
It’s all so beautiful! I want it all!
Janis in ID says
Such gorgeous cards!! I really love the mix of stenciling, die cutting, and stamping, with patterned and solid paper. The sentiments are very special, too.
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Iggy says
Love the hexagon stencil!
Sandy Dayhoff says
So many pretty projects – can’t pick a favorite!
Ruby Agne says
Wow, love all the new products.
Cindy Cherry says
Love the wispy tree dies! Beautiful samples today!
Janet Mack says
The new corner dies are so pretty. Something different.
Debbie Br says
I can’t wait to order the dotted hexagon stencil. For some reason, I’m so drawn to hexagons! Lovely cards from the design team!
Jan says
Wow! Lots of fun, new things. Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration today!
Dolores says
Wispy tree corner is Fabulous! And I struggle to find the right words for a card sometimes so I love the Inside Greetings. all the cards are Extra-Ordinary today!
Sheila W says
There are such nice products again today but I am really loving the dotted hexagon stencil set!
Vera Yates says
Beautiful projects! Love the dotted hexagon. Loving all the inspirations.
Joan Kinnischtzke says
The dotted hexagons are really awesome! And love the wispy trees corners!
Jan P. says
Sure love that wispy tree!
Heather says
Wispy Tree is again a favorite. No Feathered Friends??? Is this series complete?
Josie says
The design team does such a good job of showcasing the versatility of today’s products with their different style. My favorite product from today’s post is the ‘Inside Greetings: You’re on My Mind’ stamp set, which has such unique thoughtful sentiments.
Kathy J in Ellicott City says
What a fabulous release!!!
Miriam Prantner says
The new cornered dies are so pretty and I love what a great staple the hexagon background is
Mary-Anne V. says
Gorgeous products..really like those orchids!
Sally Keagle says
Wow! Wonderful work on all these cards. So pretty!
Jennifer G. says
Love the dotted hexagon stencil!
Martin says
Great release and superb card designs.
JoAnn P. says
I absolutely love the wispy tree. So beautiful!
Carlton says
Awesome release and the DT did an outstanding job!
Janet Sisk says
I just love the new Inside Greetings: You’re on my Mind! I am always looking for new greetings for my cards. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win. 😀
Larissa Heskett says
LOVING all of the STUNNING Inspiration and the Sentiments are going to be a MUST have Set!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS Release Weekend!!
Marchelle says
The dotted stencil is a must! It is so pretty. I also love the new sentiment set. This is another really wonderful release!
Danny says
So many great new things in this release!
MandaLJ says
The Dotted Hexagon stencils are fabulous!
Tammy Hanson says
Pick one? Really, just one? I guess it would be Seeka’s pink and white orchid card. Makes me smile. So peaceful.
Julie says
I wasn’t able to post a comment on Melody’s blog, so I will here? I love her pink and black orchid card with that fabulous hexagon background!
Evan says
The sentiments because I can get lots of use out of them.
Kim burckhard says
Such pretty orchids
Marla Harris says
So many beautiful cards with these new products