Astounding: Fabulous G45 & Hampton Art Cling Stamp Cards by Gloria Stengel
Hello Lovely Crafters,
We're so happy you stopped by to see us today. A very happy Wednesday to you! It's the middle of the week which means we're probably all in need of some inspiration. Today we've got more beautiful cards designed by Gloria Stengel that feature our new paper collections Once Upon a Springtime, Le Cirque and Curtain Call as well as the new Cling Stamp collaboration between Graphic 45 and Hampton Art. These gorgeous new cling stamps feature the signature images of our pretty new paper lines and look absolutely stunning on any project. Just look at this amazing card that Gloria made by combining our Once Upon A Springtime collection and Hampton Art cling stamps! So pretty!
Supplies:
Cardstock – Bazzill, Stampin’ Up
Designer paper - Graphic45 Once Upon a Springtime (Once Upon a Springtime, Primrose Cottage)
Stamps - Hampton Art (Once Upon a Springtime 1)
Ink –Ranger Distress (Antique Linen, Spun Sugar), Memento (Rich Cocoa), Copic Markers (E0000, RV10, R81, YG03, YG11, YR12)
Trim – Graphic45
Button – Jenni Bowlin
Dies –Spellbinders Nestabilities (Scallop Ovals, Smooth Ovals)
Adhesive – Scotch 3M (ATG), Glue Dots, Tombow (Mono Metal)
Here we have another outstanding card by Gloria that utilizes our new Le Cirque collection. Just look at how bright and fun this card is! "Astounding" really is the perfect word for this amazing card.
Supplies:
Cardstock – Bazzill, Stampin’ Up
Designer paper - Graphic45 Le Cirque (Magnifique, Dazzle and Delight, Circus Parade)
Stamps - Hampton Art (Le Cirque 3)
Ink – Memento (Tuxedo Black), Ranger Distress (Old Paper, Black Soot, Rusty Hinge)
Metal embellishments – Tim Holtz
Punch – Martha Stewart
Adhesive – Scotch 3M (ATG, Foam Tape), Glue Dots, Tombow (Mono Metal)
Here we have a classic card that Gloria created with our new Curtain Call collection. This stunning card, with its soft black and cream colors and delicate embellishments, is quite a show stopper!
Supplies:
Cardstock – Bazzill, Stampin’ Up
Designer paper - Graphic45 Curtain Call (Applause, Pantomime, Leading Ladies)
Stamps - Hampton Art (Curtain Call 2)
Ink – Memento (Tuxedo Black), Ranger Distress (Old Paper, Vintage Photo, Antique Linen)
Pins – Maya Road
Trim – Graphic45
Glitter pen – Gelly Roll
Adhesive – Scotch 3M (ATG, Foam Tape), Glue Dots
That's all we have for you today, crafters. Thank you so much for stopping by. Don't forget to leave us a comment on Monday's blog for your chance to win this week's blog prize! This week's contest, in honor of Valentine's Day, is to leave a comment telling us about someone or something that you love. Share your love and maybe you could win a great prize! How fabulous is that?!
Happy Papercrafting,
Team Graphic 45
I love these cards!!! I can not pick out my favorite line they are all fabulous in there own special way!! I love them all!!!
Posted by: Tara C | February 16, 2011 at 08:52 AM
Stunning and gorgeous cards. Wonderful.
Posted by: Stacey Hansen | February 16, 2011 at 10:25 AM
Gorgeous cards!
I was so excited yesterday when to my surprise.......I found Le Cirque at the store yesterday, with stamps may I add!!!!!!
Busy working with it today!
Happy!!!!!
Posted by: Meme | February 16, 2011 at 11:42 AM
These are SOOO my style !! Love them!
Posted by: Laura Casey | February 16, 2011 at 12:14 PM
I so love the new stamps, I picked up a few at Michaels and can't wait to add to my collection.
Posted by: Cindy Roderique | February 16, 2011 at 01:29 PM
Love them!!! Fun how each collection has such a different feel.
Anne
Posted by: anne | February 16, 2011 at 02:49 PM
Gloria makes the most beautiful cards :)
Posted by: Denise Coulter | February 16, 2011 at 03:02 PM
Hi , Hi !!!!
Gloria you did it AGAIN, lol, and AGAIN, and AGAIN !!!!! All three are So wonderful! Love LOVE the curtain call~ I think it's my "fav" new line!
And I keep forgetting to mention, I love how you always give us "just a ppek" of the inside of the cards ! See, I HATE blank white insides of cards, after the "big WOW on the outside.... So I too, "decorate " the insides as a tiny bit on the backs!
Well everyone have a GROOVY day !
As ever, MoeMoe'
Posted by: Moe Mahoski | February 16, 2011 at 03:08 PM
wonderful cards!
Sandra ltb
Posted by: Sandra ltb | February 16, 2011 at 04:00 PM
All the cards are fabulous!!!! I love it all. I can't wait to get all the paper packs lol I hoard it because I think G45 will never make more of these. Sooo beautiful!!!!
Posted by: Leonie | February 16, 2011 at 06:11 PM
I always have to check your blog!!! I looove your lines and can't get enough great ideas from your blog!! Thanks!
Posted by: Angie L | February 16, 2011 at 06:17 PM
I love my dh, kids, family, friends and G45! :-D
Posted by: dlwidder | February 16, 2011 at 07:39 PM
Thanks ladies. FYI, I ALWAYS decorate the inside of my cards. Sometimes on my blog I show a full shot of the insides, just so you can get more than a peek!
Posted by: Gloria Stengel | February 16, 2011 at 09:15 PM
Astounding! What a beautiful card, I I also really like the curtain call card, and what can I say about the once upon a springtime card. It too is absolutely gorgeous. I don't think it is possible to make a bad card using your papers.
Posted by: Karen | February 16, 2011 at 10:05 PM
Oh my goodness. Such creativity.
Love all the colours, embellishments and layering. Stamped images are wonderful.
Wish I had some of this talent! Well done!
Posted by: Jennifer Reynard | February 16, 2011 at 11:04 PM
These are gorgeous thanks for the inspiration,
Posted by: anne marks | February 17, 2011 at 12:50 AM
Beautiful cards and everytime I see this metal my chops start to water LOL :)
Posted by: Jan Hennings | February 17, 2011 at 03:05 AM
beautiful!
Posted by: Dawn N | February 17, 2011 at 10:51 AM
Just when I thought Once Upon a Springtime could not get any better, you bring me stamps to match - how fabulous!!! I love you people :)
Posted by: Becky D | February 17, 2011 at 09:29 PM
Stunning cards Gloria! All 3 are exceptional!
Posted by: Tammy roberts | February 18, 2011 at 10:08 AM
Every time Graphic 45 comes out with a new design pack I think "wow this is better than the last one - how do they keep doing it?!"
Posted by: Cheryl Hartmann | February 21, 2011 at 09:40 AM