Saturday, October 19, 2013

Simon Says Stamp Goodies

Hi there!

I got some goodies from Simon Says Stamp's new Christmas release and I've been playin'.

I love their Layered Trees Sets. There's a stamp set, matching dies and matching stencils too!

My first card uses neutral colors. I stamped the open branches of the tree and added color with a light gray Copic marker. 


The star was also colored with a Copic, in a light beige color. The background was created using the new Falling Snow stencil and the sentiment is one from the new, "Christmas" clear set.

My next card uses the Falling Snow stencil again, only this time on a white background using blue ink. I also used two of the new SSS Snowflake dies; Kate and Eliza.


That die-cut, Merry Christmas sentiment is a new goodie too - LOVE IT!!

I'm hoping to find more time to play soon - lovin' this new release!

Thanks for stopping by! ♥

28 comments:

Dawn T said...

gorgeous cards Barb. I love how you used the Falling Snow with the blue ink. Very pretty.

joy said...

So pretty Barn! The second card is extra special with those layered snowflake dies and the beautiful font of that sentiment!

CinnamonSally said...

These are gorgeous Barb, I really love your snowflake card such pretty colours!

Tracey McNeely said...

You have created fabulous cards with your new SSS goodies! I love how you are adventurous with new techniques, a true artist!

rcwidow (Linda) said...

Love both of these!

Cindy C. said...

Both wonderful creations Barb!

MarcyK924 said...

Just gorgeous, Barb! I adore the tree on the dark bg and the pretty Tiffany blue on your snowflake card!

Brenda said...

I love these Barb! That tree is superb!

Cat Craig said...

Both cards are yummy. The neutrals are soothing, and the blues are sublime.

Barb Ghig said...

Gorgeous cards, Barb! The neutral colors on your first card create the perfect snowy winter night, and I love how you placed the blue and white snowflakes on your 2nd card! Such a pretty sentiment, too!
It looks like you're in for a lot of fun with your new goodies :-)

sheila said...

I am loving both of these cards Barb! They are both so cool and funky...very untraditional and just the type of card that I love to see for the holidays!

Scrumplescrunch said...

Hello Barb
We all have a favourite colour and mine is Turquoise, it is playful and festive, but also it demands attention; an engaging colour that expresses exhilaration, so for me the second card is a Wow, although I love the subtle qualities of your first. Both are fabulous.
Smiles:)
Sue

Maureen Morton said...

So rich, Barb! How I love that snowfalling stamp and how you have used it. You have been so creative with it. Great colors.....great cards. Hope your weekend is a happy one!

Trinh said...

I love that little tree on the 1st card! And the second card is outstanding! I love the colors you used and the stacked snowflakes are so pretty.

walchowDesign said...

Two beautiful cards,Barb! You used the stencil to perfection!

Rachel said...

your snowflake is to die for! how beautiful!
-Rachel w k
rwkrafts.com

alexandra s.m. said...

beautiful, beautiful, beautiful Barb!
I love their C&S yet whimsical look ;)

Unknown said...

Beautiful cards, Barb! Those snowflakes are stunning!!!

Virginia L. said...

I saw the 1st card over Flickr and LOVED it...and now I see the 2nd card, I love it even more!! You have been creating magic, Barb!

Lin said...

Your snowflake card makes me swoon, my friend! You are on a wonderful roll!!

Kim Hamilton said...

This card is simply beautiful Barb, I just love it!

Greta said...

Fabulous release--lots on my wishlist. Boy are you making good use of your goodies! The blue & white card really grabs the eye!

Deepti said...

Beautiful cards, I love the snowflake one... it is so elegant, the scene you created with the black white n grey is simply terrific :)

Robin K. said...

Your snowflake card is stunning Barb! And the tree is so darn sweet! We've experienced a dip in our temps too:(. I'm so NOT ready for winter!

Martha said...

Barb, that tree card is SO striking! I love the contrast of the dark & light colors! And what a FUN second card! Love the snowflake & the die-cut sentiment! Well done!

donna mikasa said...

Looks like you're having so much fun with your SSS goodies! Love your cards! That double snowflake is absolutely stunning! Wow!

Brenda said...

Ooh that tree again! Love that Falling Snow background. SSS really come out with some nifty sets. Those snowflakes are so dainty Barb! Gorgeous cards.

Amy Kolling said...

You are going to make me go broke!! Sigh.....another stunner!!!!