Swallowtail Gift Set

Hi there, Stampin' Friends! My last post showed the beautiful Swallowtail card I received from my sweet friend, Donna. She was inspired by this video and so was I! (Thank you Brandy Cox!)  I created a 'set' of Swallowtail cards using the same technique.  I omitted the extra layer at the bottom.  Whether you color this beauty or not, it is stunning!  Just about any sentiment fits with the stamp.  I have used several different sentiments from stamp sets both retired and current.

Well, what do you think? I would love to hear.  Please leave a comment and if you have questions, please ask!

Supply List:
Stamp Set: Swallowtail, Trust God, Amazing Family
                  Retired sets: Wonderful Words, Occasional Quotes, Something to Celebrate
Card Stock: Basic Black, White
Ink: Black Stazon
Scissors, liquid Tombow glue

Blessings ~ RaeDeen

Butterfly Thanks...Pick of the Week

Hi there, Stampin' Friends! Aren't you just thrilled to your toes when you pick up the mail and there is something special waiting for you?  Even the bills don't seem like such a burden when there is "Happy Mail" mixed in with them.  Well, that is exactly what I experienced a couple of days ago.  Upon opening the door on my mailbox, I pulled out a bill, and advertisement, and .....a special surprise...a beautiful handmade card from my friend, Donna!  Not only is it special because it came from her heart but also because it received the high honor of  "Pick of the Week"! (Way to go, Donna!  You deserve the honor!) You can view the challenge and award here .  Donna's inspiration for this card was from this video by Brandy. In the next day or so, I will be sharing a set of cards I have created using this same idea.

Here was my surprise....Isn't it beautiful!  In real life, it appears that the butterfly could just flutter off the card.  There are 3 layers which adds such incredible dimension.
Thank You, Donna, My Friend for this beautiful blessing. It really brighten my day and will remain a special treasure for years to come!!

Supply List:
Stamps: Swallowtail, Loving Thoughts
Paper: Basic Black, Whisper White
Ink: Black Staz-On, Pumpkin Pie (ink in lid w/aqua painter)
Accessories: Aqua painter, Paper Snips, Basic Jewels, Dimensionals, Glue Dots

Feel free to leave a comment and if you have questions, please ask!

Blessings ~ RaeDeen