Monday, September 23, 2013

Gina K September release inspiration blog hop: Day 1

Hi everyone!  Welcome to Day 1 of the Gina K Designs DT Inspiration Blog Hop where we hope to inspire you with many beautiful ideas for the sets released in September! As you hop through the blogs, make sure to leave a comment on each because we will choose a few random commenters and they will win a grab bag of Gina's products!! To see the full list of winners check the Big News forum at Stamp TV a couple of days after the hops.

Today we are spotlighting 2 sets:
  Let it Snow, designed by Theresa
Winter Blocks, designed by Tami
First up is a card I made with Let it Snow.  I love every thing snowflakes (except in real life), they are so beautiful and delicate.  There are 8 stunning snowflakes in this set and I stamped 2 on my card in using Ocean Mist and Turquoise Sea Color Companion inks.  I layered Labels Sixteen shapes in White and Ocean Mist Pure Luxury cardstock.  Lastly, I added some stickles around the white label and added a snowflake sequin w/pearl and done!  Flat and easy to mail = 1 stamp mailing!!
 My next card uses Winter blocks. For this card, I tried to pull off the super popular chalkboard look I'm seeing everywhere.  I stamped the image with white ink on black pure luxury cardstock.  Then I drew in some lines with green, red and white colored pencils and a ruler, and I lightly sponged ink around randomly.  I just love poinsettias and thought a small felt one would be the perfect accent to this card.  It is still relatively flat and will fit into an envelope easily.  I probably won't mail this, but it's easy to give out in person.

 Ready for the hop?  Check out all the amazing designs and inspiration: 
  Thanks for stopping by, enjoy the hop!  Come back tomorrow where we showcase 2 more new sets!  Here are a couple close up pictures.



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60 comments:

  1. MelanieSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:22 AM

    That first snowflake design is so perfect for mass production! And thanks for reminding me how sharply a colored pencil border will pop on black, great job!

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  2. Theresa MomberSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:24 AM

    So pretty, Michelle! I love the sparkle you added to the first card. Beautiful!

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  3. Mary AnnSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:25 AM

    Beautiful cards!!!Great stamps!!!

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  4. NatashaSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Great cards hun, love how effective that wee bit of sparkle on your 1st card is. Hugs xNx

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  5. BethSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    LOVE the sparkle on the first card -- just a hint - but perfect! Love the chalkboardy look on the second card too!

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  6. Carolyn KingSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    Love them both....love the center of the snowflake and how sparkly it is!

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  7. BarbaraSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    Both cards are fantastic. The second one has the "Wow" effect when you see it. Great job.

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  8. Kathy W.September 23, 2013 at 7:08 AM

    Beautiful cards..love the sparkle.

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  9. Dana D.September 23, 2013 at 7:20 AM

    Very pretty cards. Fun and festive.

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  10. KathRSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    Two very different but equally pretty cards!

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  11. Barbara HaleSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    The Happy Holidays card is beautiful!

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  12. OlgaSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    So beautiful!

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  13. Sharon HarnistSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Love your chalkboard snowflake card, Michelle! And your beautiful blue CAS snowflake card is just stunning!

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  14. Debbie CorbariSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    I love them both!

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  15. Nana GriffinSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    Lovely! Love how you put the sparkle around the one edge on your first card and the gem on the second one.

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  16. SharonSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Great designs!

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  17. ScrapaDiddleSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Just gorgeous, so elegant!

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  18. Mom MSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:06 AM

    Such pretty cards...as another comment put it "just stunning" :)

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  19. OneofakindSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    I Love the chalkboard look with the snowflake. Very pretty cards.

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  20. TerriSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:38 AM

    Both cards are gorgeous. Love the chalkboard look the best.

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  21. Susan WhiteSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    I love the simple elegance of the white and blue card and the chalkboard effect of the second card!!

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  22. VonSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Michelle, these cards are absolutely smashing!! LOVE the white and blue - gads that is a sharp looking card! The chalkboard is unique and sweet! Nicely nicely done!

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  23. NeeseySeptember 23, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    Pretty cards. Love the chalkboard idea.

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  24. ScrapacatSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Oh how pretty these are. I really love the simple beauty and ease of the first, and SHUT THE FRONT DOOR! Chalkboard for Christmas? Brilliant!

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  25. Karen (TLgirl353)September 23, 2013 at 9:00 AM

    I like both of these- you did a beautiful job!

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  26. richardbreaksSeptember 23, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Love them BOTH, Michelle. The chalkboard one is really fantastic.

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  27. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 9:11 AM

    Great use of glitter and sparkles!

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  28. ETSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Love the blue snowflake card. The sequins are a nice touch.

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  29. Anita BraddockSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Super Awesome cards love the stamp sets and the layering is perfect. love the color choice and the added bling lets the snowflake pop thanks for sharing.

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  30. NanetteSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:12 AM

    Just Gorgeous! The first one would be sooo easy. I'm pinning it!

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  31. lamepawSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:16 AM

    These cards are beautiful! I can't wait to get my hands on these sets. THANKS!!

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  32. Carole RSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    Awesome cards. It's soon going to paper snow at my house. I'm getting lots of inspiration!

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  33. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    Two fantastic designs!! Love the CAS and the chalkboard!!

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  34. Auntie EmSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:48 AM

    Love your blinged out snowflakes! The very feminine aqua is a very pretty colour choice and the red one is so rich and elegant.
    Thanks for sharing! :)

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  35. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:54 AM

    Love how the snowflakes are the stars of your cards (no pun intended!) :) TFS!!!

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  36. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    Great cards! Love the chalkboard technique.

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  37. Judy InukaiSeptember 23, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Great cards. I love the sparkly snowflake.

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  38. Bobbi-spapertrail.blogspot.comSeptember 23, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Love these creations! I see some new colors in my future! Very nice!

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  39. Doris W.September 23, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    Beautiful snowflake in blue and love the chalkboard one, too.

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  40. Cheryl S.September 23, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Oh, what wonderful cards. Both are awesome!

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  41. Pat JandacekSeptember 23, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    I love the icy blue treatment on the first card and the layout of the second. The addition of the poinsettia is perfect!

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  42. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 1:55 PM

    Just love both of these cards with those big gorgeous snowflakes as the centerpiece.

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  43. Verna AngerhoferSeptember 23, 2013 at 2:47 PM

    These are so beautiful. I am so enthused now for making winter cards.

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  44. JoAnnSeptember 23, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    So pretty. Love both of your cards

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  45. TammieLienSeptember 23, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    I love the chalkboard look.Going to try this soon.Your cards are so lovely.Thanks for sharing and hugs:)

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  46. PixieSeptember 23, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Beautiful cards! Thanks for sharing!

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  47. GayleSeptember 23, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    Love the snowflake cards.

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  48. Lee September 23, 2013 at 5:46 PM

    I LOVE the chalkboard look for the green/red holiday design! I totally have to try that! And the simple blue and white is just so snazzy with the sparkle added!

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  49. PamSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:21 PM

    Both designs are fabulous. Love that glitzy blue snowflake.

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  50. PamSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:41 PM

    Pretty cards Michelle!! Great stamp sets too!

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  51. LageneSeptember 23, 2013 at 6:50 PM

    Beautiful cards, I especiallly loved the blue & white card!

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  52. Sue DSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Very pretty snowflake cards!

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  53. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:32 PM

    You blinged up the snowfaakes so perfectly! How could i choose a favorite? Thanks for sharing and have a great week. Scout

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  54. UnknownSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:42 PM

    These cards are great! Thanks for sharing.

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  55. KittySeptember 24, 2013 at 12:05 AM

    Very pretty cards

    Blessings,
    Kathleen

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  56. Dawn S.September 24, 2013 at 4:11 AM

    These are both beautiful. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  57. UnknownSeptember 24, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Very cool techniques. Thanks!

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  58. LynneSeptember 24, 2013 at 7:29 AM

    Labels 16 is one of my favorites and you have made a very pretty card with it.

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  59. GoldaSeptember 24, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    What beautiful cards!

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  60. AnonymousSeptember 24, 2013 at 6:48 PM

    Michelle, my darling you are SOOOO talented! I love everything you do my friend! These are so fun! I'm ready for the holidays! Hugs! Seanie

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