Aug 10 2011
Stamp Simply LaBlanche Blog Hop
Welcome to the Stamp Simply LaBlanche Bog Hop. We have all been smitten with the beautiful images that LaBlanche is known for, so today we wanted to showcase some of our favorites for you. LaBlanche stamps are highly detailed images, silicone stamps mounted on white foam, and they stamp beautifully and clean up easily. Can’t ask for anything more!
And yes, there is Blog Candy, shown above, but we’ll get to that at the end of the post. First, here’s my project:
Today I created two thank you cards in papers/colors well suited for the coming autumn season.
Both cards use 6×6 Paper by Prima – Reflections, a fabulous pad with rich colors for autumn.
Both cards are a favorite size of mine – 6.5″ x 4.75″ . These fit perfectly in an A6 Clear Box where they are perfectly protected from the moment I finish them. And the Clear Boxes add a huge WOW factor when cards are presented in them!
The focal image and sentiments on both cards are stamped in VersaMark and heat embossed with an older SU copper embossing powder I had on hand. I love the exquisite look of these detailed images when embossed — very impressive, yet very quick and easy! There are also many sheets in the pad I used today that would call for gold embossing rather than copper.
This beautiful image embossed in copper is LaBlanche’s Vine Swirl.
All LaBlanche stamps can be seen here.
The circle sentiment is from JustRite’s original ribbed You’re So Sweet, requiring the 2″ Round Stamper.
Ice Blue Rhinestones by Kaisercraft dress up the sentiment circle.
3D Foam Squares are used to pop up the layers.
The bow is 1.5″ Silky Crushed Ribbon in Rust by May Arts, made on the Bow Easy.
1.5″ Metallic Crochet Lace in Copper by May Arts was tied around the bow knot, giving me some metallic tails to tie in with the copper embossing.
The double flowers coordinate with the paper pad — Prima’s Essentials 10 – Reflections.
The brad used was from an old SU Hodgepodge Hardware box.
I use Aleene’s Tacky Glues (superstores or craft stores) to adhere these large bows — either Fast Grab or Clear Gel. When the bow treatment is this large you do have to press it down with your fingers and hold for a bit, and then it does take a bit of time to dry, but once dry it is on forever, super tight,and that’s what I want!
I like to do my inside’s as well, but I like to keep them simple so there’s room to write. These are just coordinating sheets from the same pad.
This image also embossed in copper is LaBlanche’s Leaves Art.
All LaBlanche stamps can be seen here.
The sentiment is from JustRite’s Just Because Set. I’ve been totally addicted to all these mini sentiment sets by JustRite — they always seem to fit perfectly wherever you need them! The original mini sentiment set is the Happy Everything Tag Making Kit (a kit with stamps, stampers and dies), and there are several sets made to coordinate and work with it — the Just Because Set I used today, the Halloween Mini Sentiments and Christmas Mini Sentiments. The mini sentiments can be used with the clear stampers in the Happy Everything Tag Making Kit or with the small Clear Mini Sentiment Stamper.
The sentiment on this card was cut with a die from Spellbinders Fancy Tags.
Lippy Red Rhinestones by Kaisercraft glitz up the tag.
This bow treatment is the same as on the first card, only I used the 1.5″ Silky Crushed Ribbon in Brown and I used a button from my stash rather than a brad. Burlap String is run through the button holes – Natural.
And here’s the inside of this card — again very plain so it can easily be written in — using more sheets from the same pad, Reflections, a 6×6 Pad by Prima.
Ordering items from a coordinated collection is a sure-fire way to have your projects coordinate beautifully. You can see all the coordinates to the Reflections Collection here.
All items used on these projects are available at The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store, as linked above.
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If sales interest you — check out the SPECIALS Section of The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store— always found in the lower right corner of the store home page — many items are at reduced prices now as space needs to be made for new product soon to arrive. All items marked down will show up in the Specials Section.
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And here’s our Blog Candy for this Hop — a pad of Prima Reflections 6×6 paper and its coordinating Essentials 10 Flowers, 3 yards each of the 1.5″ Silky Crushed Ribbon by May Arts in Brown, Ivory, Antique Gold and Rust to coodinate with the paper and flowers, and, of course, a LaBlanche stamp — the much sought-after Bird Cage! A GORGEOUS STAMP!!!!
This is a Mystery Blog Candy, meaning the winner will be drawn from comments on one of today’s participating blogs, so leaving a comment on each blog will greatly increase your chances of winning, but only one comment per blog, please. The winner will be selected at 6 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, August 13 and will be posted right here on my blog on Saturday night or Sunday, so please check back to claim your prize if you are the lucky winner!
Good luck!
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Now, at long last, it is time to check out all the gorgeous projects created for today’s Hop. Please remember to leave your comments for a chance to win, PLUS the girls LOVE hearing from you!!!
Sharon Johnson – The Stamp Simply Ribbon Store
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Thank you SO much for stopping in today! Enjoy the HOP and have a wonderful week!!!
106 responses so far
I just love these stamps and the cards you made. Thank you for the opportunity to win. I would love to add these stamps (and paper) to my collection.
What a great prize. I love the paper pack you used and the flourishes are beautiful. Each of the 2 cards are gorgeous! Off to visit the other blogs.
These are just beautiful Sharon. I love the beautiful filigree on the stamps, perfect for detailed embossing. Your ribbons are the icing on the cake!
Ohhhh, I LOVE your card duo, Sharon! The colors are gorgeous! That swirl stamp is divine!
Wow, that is gorgeous paper! Great cards, and pretty kit!
Sharon, You always do such exquisite work. Thse cards are no exception. Just put me in the mood for fall and COOL WEATHER and getting out some embossing powder. Love the blog candy.
Your cards are gorgeous, I love the Fall tones. What fun having a blog hop to see more La Blanche!! Thanks so much for sharing your talents!! -Stacy
I love the rich, warm colors with the gorgeous vine swirl – really looks like autumn. Beautiful cards.
Sharon ~ You always have a way with making such beautiful creations! I love the added metallic crochet lace…it makes such a wonderful addition to this luscious ribbon! Thanks to for a chance at winning this AWESOME gift!
Wow, this is so beautiful, tells me fall is just around the corner (which is my favorite time of year) I’m so attracted to the colors you’ve put together!
Love your cards, Sharon. But then again, I always do! Love the striking color combo!
What gorgeous cards! I love the color combinations. they definitely make me think of fall!
The fall color is beautiful. Thank you.
sharon, those papers and ribbons colors are stunning. Those stamps that you used are your cards are just gorgeous. Thanks for the chance to win…..
Beautiful cards. Have always admired the LaBlanche stamps. Thanks for the chance to win one.
Beautiful rich colors set the tone for this gorgeous card. It’s a masterpiece.
I have heard of these stamps but never actually seen one in person. Would love to get the chance! You have done beautiful things with the vine stamp and embellishments–makes me dream of autumn!
Sharon, your cards are stunning! I love the rich colours. Thanks for the inspiration.
Beautiful cards. I can see a lot of uses for these stamps.
Wonderful card. Love the work on the inside also:) http://visionsofpaper.blogspot.com/
What a beautiful card! I just purchased my first stamp from this company and love it!
Wow this is just stunning, gorgeous cards and beautiful embellishments.
Oh your cards are gorgeous! I was looking at those fabulous stamps and just drooling! The detail really seems amazing. And that birdcage stamp is breath taking, thank you so much for the amazing chance to win. 😀
Wow fabulous hop, all the cards are amazing and gorgeous. I think I need to go shopping!!
Hi Sharon
Always cheers me up to visit your blog even more so today!. Of course always have to don a bib to mop up the drool that all the beautilicious eye candy inspires!!
Vi
Alice Springs, central Australian desert
Beautiful Sharon. I love to visit and see what’s new. GREAT give-away!
Sharon, I so love the beauty of your work. Elegant, yet simple designs that. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
Patti
Love the fall colors and the prize is wonderful. Thanks for sharing and the opportunity to win!
Love the cards! These new stamps are great to work with.
Beautiful autimn colors. I love the cards and the velvet ribbon. The bird cage stamp is one of my favorites. Thanks for the chance to win!!
Your cards are so o nice. Love the idea for the inside of the cards. Really makes then seem complete.
Beautiful cards and I like the insides with the papers. Beautiful ribbon!!
Absolutely stunning cards! My favorite color combos are Fall colors. Love the rich browns, orange and golds. Thank you for sharing.
OH MY Word, this is stunning inside and out, gorgeous colors.
Oh my goodness. These examples are just beautiful. My stamp store has just started carrying these stamps and I can’t wait to use some of them. Thanks for this.
Candy Meyers
Sharon, what fantastic cards, I so love the colors and the thought of Fall coming on, I am so tired of the heat, it is a joy to start seeing some people doing falla nd christmas cards! Yours are so warm and inviting, just LOVE the Prima papers, and that pad is fantastic as well, love the insides of your cards! I always try to do something inside my cards as well.
Thanks for the chance and the inspiration.
Donna
Your cards are so pretty! I love the rich colours of the papers with the copper embossing. Great designs!
Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Lovely cards, Sharon! Love the blooms on the bows, although I hate to cover up beautiful ribbon! You have inspired me to try it!
Love when I’m turned on to a new stamp company … I had never heard of LaBlanche stamps before and now they are on my MUST HAVE wish list! And your cards are absolutely stunning!
Wow, what beautiful ribbon, ect. Love it. Thanks for the change to win.
I love the La Blanche stamps! Your cards are gorgeous! Copper is one of my most favorite colors, especially when embossed as you did. Beautiful!
I forgot to change my blog address when I posted my response above. Oops!
I so love these cards! The richness just makes them beyond elegant. I also love how many pictures you put in your post! I’m going to start putting more in mine 🙂 HUGS!
WOW! These both are just stunning. I love how the embossing turned out. Perfect choice Sharon. Hugs!
Gorgeous, rich colours, beautiful cards and wonderful images. A winning combination!
I love all the La Blanche stamps. The details is incredible!!!!!! Your card is
gorgeous, too! Lvoe the colors! Thanks for the chance to win!
Love color selection on your first card. Beautiful cards!
Sharon, wow these are beautiful cards. I love the colors used and the ribbon is so elegant!
These cards are gorgeous! The blog candy looks so beautiful and fun.
These cards are so beautiful and elegant. I love the rich autumn colors.
These cards are gorgeous. I love the colour schemes.
What a great prize
I love the colors and texture on your cards! Stunning!!! The stamped images you embossed are just gorgeous and add tremendous visual impact!
Here’s hoping I am the lucky winner of your fabulous blog candy! These are some of my favorite color combinations and I would LOVE to be the proud owner of that beautiful stamp!!!
Thank you for sharing your talent and these wonderful goodies with us!
Hugs,
Victoria
Really lovely cards! Thanks!!
These are gorgeous. How can you part with that ribbon, oh my? Thanks for an opportunity to win while viewing amazing talent.
What elegant projects! Those stamps are beautiful and intriguing.
Very beautiful! Love looking at everyone’s different projects.
Just amazing stuff! I have been following some awesome blog hops and this one is no different. Love the inspiring work on each blog!!
Your cards are all so beautiful and elegant, Sharon! I love the images, papers and colors you used and your card designs are fabulous and so inspiring! Enjoyed your amazing blog hop–beautiful designs and inspiring creations by your DT!!!
Stunning….I love the elegance….can’t wait to see all the other images…thanks so much for the chance to win some amazing stuff!
I would love to win the beautiful ribbon, it’s my favorite embellishment. Thanks for the chance to win it.
Love the cards and the rustic feel to them.
God bless,
Peggy Allen
Beautiful cards and a great giveaway – thanks
Love the beautiful cards! I am looking forward to the rich fall colors.
I love the colors you used, Sharon… yummy fall colors!
These are beautiful! And with the cooler weather here in Wisconsin, it makes me think of fall!
These cards are just gorgeous!! I am crazy for the beautiful ribbons. It would be great to win any of it
I just love these stamps – i live in Australia and havent seen any yet – i have to look for everything online cos i live in a small country town – no craft stores (boo hoo) – your cards are always gorgeous and i LOVE your ribbon. I still must try and get some. A very generous blog candy too – congrats to lucky winner.
With temps consistently over 100 here this summer, viewing these decidedl fall cards is so cooling! Beautiful cards with gorgeous ribbon. Better than Godiva chocolate I think 🙂
Love your blog candy! You always have such beautiful papers and ribbon. Thanks for the hop.
Love the color combo. Has me thinking of fall. Beautiful!
I love the elegance and rich colors. Beautiful. TFS
Rich, elegant colors and designs with copper embossing – gorgeous!
The cards are beautiful. Fall colors are always such fun!
WOW! What rich & elegant artwork! I just love your blog hops!
Great card designs…I love the stamp and your cards’ colors and embellishments
are fabulous!
Many thanks, Cindi
I adore these rich fall colors and the rust metallic lace is so very special! I hope you’ll be offering these same pieces as a kit for those of us who don’t win…..MollyK.
Wow!!! Luv these cards. Love the deep rich colors and the beautiful stamps with bows made from that elegant ribbon.
Marcie
I will not “in” your Blog Hop this time.. Just want to tell you: I am so happy You are back and show us your beautiful cards. Thank you.
Natali
What nice cards.. I love what you can do with stamps.. Thanks for sharing!
These are gorgeous cards. They are museum quality. Something you would see in a museum. I really love them. I wouldn’t use them, but frame them. Excellent. Thank you for sharing your talent.
These cards are so elegant, and I love how you finish the insides. I got lost in your blog, just had to see more and more, all the while making a wish list. I actually forgot about the hop until today.
thanks for hosting as awesome giveaway. love your cards. the combinations make for a perfect card. lovely.
Great cards!
fab projects, the colors really speak to me and the stamps have me swooning.and the ribbon, gasp…… what a wonderful blog candy giveaway, thanks for your generosity.
Hi Sharon, WOW I just love these cards and the color combo just fab! I like the way you did the inside also. I’m not ready for the fall but these papers are a must have. Thanks for the chance to win some really great candy! Have a great day. TFS
Very pretty! Love the colrs!
Gorgeous!!!!
I LOVE fall and fabric so you can imagine how excited I am to see your post. Everything is so stunning and well coordinated! Oh my goodness, CANDY too? I would probably pass out if I won that, lol and TFS.
Such rich, beautiful colors! Thank you for sharing such amazing blog candy and all the fab projects on this blog hop!
Absolutely gorgeous cards, I would love to be included in the draw to this great prize. Thank you.
What an elegant card. So beautiful, and I love the warm colors!
Very elegant and beautiful images!
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Very lovely cards Sharon. Such rich colors, makes me in the mood for fall!
Just now getting back to looking and stamping, Sharon, after 2 surgeries in the last 4 months!! Your cards are absolutely beautiful with so much elegance…love the colors as I’m so ready for fall. Love the blog candy…Thanks for all you do!
Everything is so beautiful! And a great prize too!
Simply Gorgeous! And, the blog candy is wonderful, too! Thank you for sharing your talent and the opportunity to win!
Debra
What gorgeous Autumn Thank You cards! The colors are so rich and I loved the copper embossing! You have done an amazing job on these cards! Thank you for sharing your creative talent with us and thank you for the opportunity to win some wonderful Blog Candy! I love these LaBlanche stamps!
These are simply gorgeous! The colors are so amazing. thanks for sharing.
Two words, Sharon: Elegant and classy! I love the cards and while the LaBlanche stamps are new to me, I can surely see they must be high quality and amazing.
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