12 October 2022

Up and Away from Concord and 9th - Scene Cards

I have an unhealthy way of dealing with stress.  I shop.  I don't just shop for anything I shop for card-making supplies.  While cruising the shops as one does I came upon these fantastic balloon dies!  I had to snag them and the match stamp set.  The moment I saw them I knew exactly what would happen when they arrived in my studio, there would be a scene card filled with clouds!  I built several scenes with these balloons.  


When I started the balloon card project I  really had no intention of using the grassy hill stencils.  I had a vision of clouds and balloons, nothing more.  As I blended my rainbow of clouds I decided the scene would not be complete without a bit of green.  I made backgrounds before I created my balloons.  In the end, I liked the cards with the grass better than the single background I made without.  


When I talk about shopping you stash I mean it.  I know there are many makers who want exactly what an inspiration card is created with.  If that's you I won't be the maker you're hoping for.  I use what is in my stash, be it new releases, products that date back 20 years, and everything in between.  The sash on the ballon above is from a retired Simon Says Stamp set that I got as a "free gift with purchase" coupon a few years back, but it's perfect for a sentiment strip to go with this smaller balloon.


I absolutely love this set of balloon dies.  There are really so many possibilities.  This is the only card with only clouds that I created in my balloon-making marathon, and it looked a little naked without the grass.  To balance the composition I add a few birds, from an older Newton's Nook stamp set.
  
Shopping Notes:
  • Newton's Nook Flirty Flamingos stamp set - retired
  • Simon Says Stamp My Heart Soars die set - retired.
 
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Craft Ink Blending Brushes 10 Colorful Pack Set
Craft Ink Blending Brushes 10 Colorful Pack Set
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Ink Blending Tool with Domed Foam Applicators
Ink Blending Tool with Domed Foam Applicators
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Ranger MINI DOMED INK BLENDING FOAM
Ranger MINI DOMED INK BLENDING FOAM
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Ranger MINI ROUND FOAM REFILLS
Ranger MINI ROUND FOAM REFILLS
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Ranger MINI ROUND INK BLENDING TOOLS
Ranger MINI ROUND INK BLENDING TOOLS
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Scrapbook.com - Replacement Domed Foam Applicators
Scrapbook.com - Replacement Domed Foam Applicators
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Concord & 9th UP AND AWAY Dies
Concord & 9th UP AND AWAY Dies
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad DRIED MARIGOLD
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad DRIED MARIGOLD
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad MOWED LAWN
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad MOWED LAWN
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SALTWATER TAFFY
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SALTWATER TAFFY
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SCATTERED STRAW
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SCATTERED STRAW
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SHADED LILAC
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SHADED LILAC
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Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SPECKLED EGG
Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pad SPECKLED EGG
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Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
Tsukineko VersaFine Pigment Ink Pad - Onyx Black
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Glitter Brush Marker - Clear Shimmer
Glitter Brush Marker - Clear Shimmer
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Spectrum Noir CLEAR OVERLAY Sparkle Pens
Spectrum Noir CLEAR OVERLAY Sparkle Pens
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ZIG - Memory System - Wink Of Stella - Glitter Brush Marker - Glitter Clear
ZIG - Memory System - Wink Of Stella - Glitter Brush Marker - Glitter Clear
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Avery Elle - Sentimental
Avery Elle - Sentimental
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Pretty Pink Posh ENCOURAGING GREETINGS Clear Stamp Set
Pretty Pink Posh ENCOURAGING GREETINGS Clear Stamp Set
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SET THE SCENE - CLOUDS STENCIL STRIPS
SET THE SCENE - CLOUDS STENCIL STRIPS
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TE
SET THE SCENE - GRASS STENCIL STRIPS
SET THE SCENE - GRASS STENCIL STRIPS
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Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long tape, Refill cartridge 5 Pack,
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Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
Kokuyo Tape Glue Dot Liner Long-Blue
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Ranger Ink - Multi Medium - Matte - .5 Ounce
Ranger Ink - Multi Medium - Matte - .5 Ounce
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Simon Says Stamp CRAFT TACKY GLUE
Simon Says Stamp CRAFT TACKY GLUE
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Tim Holtz - Ranger Collage Medium
Tim Holtz - Ranger Collage Medium
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EK Success Mini Scoring Board
EK Success Mini Scoring Board
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EK Tools Powder Tool
EK Tools Powder Tool
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Fine-Tip - Ergonomic Reverse Grip - Craft Tweezers
Fine-Tip - Ergonomic Reverse Grip - Craft Tweezers
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Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
Fiskars PREMIUM CUT LINE Paper Trimmer 12 Inches
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Lawn Fawn Teflon Bone Folder
Lawn Fawn Teflon Bone Folder
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Sizzix - Sticky Grid Sheets - 6 x 8.5 - 5 Pack
Sizzix - Sticky Grid Sheets - 6 x 8.5 - 5 Pack
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Stainless Steel Tweezers
Stainless Steel Tweezers
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Tim Holtz 12.25 Inch Maxi Guillotine Trimmer
Tim Holtz 12.25 Inch Maxi Guillotine Trimmer
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Tim Holtz Tonic GLASS MEDIA MAT
Tim Holtz Tonic GLASS MEDIA MAT
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Tim Holtz Tonic TRAVEL GLASS MEDIA MAT
Tim Holtz Tonic TRAVEL GLASS MEDIA MAT
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Tonic Tim Holtz Stamp Platform
Tonic Tim Holtz Stamp Platform
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Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies
Simon Says Stamp STITCHED RECTANGLES Wafer Dies
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100 Clear A2+ Card Resealable Cello/Cellophane Bags (Fit One A2 Size Card w/Envelope)
100 Clear A2+ Card Resealable Cello/Cellophane Bags (Fit One A2 Size Card w/Envelope)
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250 Starbrite Opaque Select A2 Envelopes in White - Economy 24lb Bond Smooth Vellum Finish
250 Starbrite Opaque Select A2 Envelopes in White - Economy 24lb Bond Smooth Vellum Finish
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Spellbinders - Platinum 6 - Die Cutting and Embossing Machine
Spellbinders - Platinum 6 - Die Cutting and Embossing Machine
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Spellbinders UNIVERSAL PLATE SYSTEM
Spellbinders UNIVERSAL PLATE SYSTEM
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Neenah Bright White Paper 65lb. Cover Stock
Neenah Bright White Paper 65lb. Cover Stock
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