Intro to November 2019 Whimsical Bundle

on November 01, 2019
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Intro to November 2019 Whimsical Bundle

Happy November everyone!  

It’s the first of the month and we are all ready to jump into the November 2019 release!  Today is day number one of four days of introductions here on the blog!  Just like last month, we will cap off our week of introductions with a blog hop on release day, November 5th.  Let's start off the introductions with this month’s WHIMSICAL stamps and dies!  Our fans of this style will be happy to see two whimsical sets this month!  

The first whimsical set to introduce is from long-time Waffle Flower collaborator, illustrator Big Bear and Bird.  The Blessed Bear (Stamp, Die, Combo) features our favorite fuzzy and feather friends along with other forest critters and elements.  Included are sentiments that are sure to give you the warm fuzzies! 

Also new this month is Winter Hamsters (Stamp, Die, Combo) by illustrator Liz Mytinger.  This set is packed with Liz’s signature hamsters enjoying the joys of the season.  They will totally get you in the holiday mood!  This set is perfect for creating all kinds of little holiday scenes.  

Speaking of holiday scenes, we have the most fun scene-building die this month!  The Cozy Cabin Die by cardmaker JJ Bolton is chock full of elements to create cute rustic cabin scenes.  The scale of this set works perfectly with all our petite critter and people stamps.  There's even an A2-sized frame included in the set to complete your cards.  

Anybody making a wish list?  Come back tomorrow for our next set of introductions!

 

October Floral Bundle Inspiration with Keeway

on October 29, 2019

October Floral Bundle Inspiration with Keeway

This month's Floral Bundle includes the adorable Fall Greetings Stamp Set illustrated by Cassie Loizeaux. Including these playful birds, sweet leaf banners and pretty pumpkins in the Floral Bundle make it perfect for the season! We love how Keeway created a shadow box effect on her card too!

Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies
A7 Layers Die
Fall Greetings Stamp Set
Fall Greetings Matching Die
Fall Greetings Combo

Guest Designer - Kelly Latevola feat. Peony Bouquet

on October 23, 2019

Guest Designer - Kelly Latevola feat. Peony Bouquet

We're back with more inspiration from our October release using the Peony Bouquet Stamp Set. Our guest designer, Kelly Latevola, shares how to use a watercolor "bleaching" technique to create beautiful thank cards. Check out the video to see the technique and how she uses die cut inlay techniques to create the thank you.

 

Supplies:
Peony Bouquet Stamp Set
Peony Bouquet Die
Peony Bouquet Combo
Oversized Thank You Stamp Set
Oversized Thank You Die
Oversized Thank You Combo
Water Media Mat

Start To Finish: Holiday Hugs Cards feat. Holiday Hugs and Lattice Panel Die

on October 18, 2019

Start To Finish: Holiday Hugs Cards feat. Holiday Hugs and Lattice Panel Die

Hi everyone! We are back with more October inspiration for you! Today Channin is sharing a card made with the Holiday Hugs Die!

We love how she created a textured sweater look for the arms by embossing with our Lattice Panel Die.

See how she created this gorgeous card in this video:

Thanks for stopping by!

--- SUPPLIES ---
Holiday Hugs Combo 
Holiday Hugs Stamp Set 
Holiday Hugs Matching Die 
Lattice Panel Die 
Oversized Merry Stamp Set 
Pattern Play Stamp Set 
Clean & Clear Enamel Dots 
Water Media Mat 

Start To Finish: Fall Background feat. Fall Greetings and Happy Thanksgiving Stamp sets

on October 16, 2019

Start To Finish: Fall Background feat. Fall Greetings and Happy Thanksgiving Stamp sets

Today we have some inspiration to share using the October release! Channin created this gorgeous card using the Fall Greetings Stamp Set and Matching Dies and created the stunning fall background with the Happy Thanksgiving Stamp Set.

See how she created her stunning fall background and how she draws attention to her main image in this video:

Thanks for stopping by!

Supplies:

Happy Thanksgiving Stamp Set 
Fall Greetings Combo
Fall Greetings Stamp Set
Fall Greetings Matching Die
Water Media Mat

 

2019 Layton's Legacy Fundraiser & Card Drive

on October 15, 2019

2019 Layton's Legacy Fundraiser & Card Drive

Hi everyone!

Today, our friend Lea Lawson is hosting a fund raiser for a truly heartfelt and important cause. Waffle Flower is honored to sponsor one of the prizes you can win by donating to the fundraiser or participating in Lea's card drive. You can head to Lea's blog to take part: http://www.lealawsoncreates.com/2019/10/2nd-annual-laytons-legacy-fundraiser.html

 Here is some information about the Layton's Legacy Fundraiser in Lea's words: 

"Fundraiser Info:
In honor of remembrance of my son, Layton Caleb, we are raising money to purchase a $50 Starbucks gift card for all 50 beds in the level 4 NICU at the U of M Masonic Children's Hospital in Minneapolis, MN.

Fundraising will run from October 15th - November 10th. Shortly after we will purchase the gift cards, and bring them to a social worker at the hospital the week of November 17th. This is the anniversary of the date we lost Layton, and I can think of no better way to honor his memory than to give a small comfort to parents who find themselves thrust into NICU life.

If we raise in excess of the amount needed to purchase the gift cards, the remaining balance will be donated to the Upper Midwest Ronald McDonald house in Layton's name.

I was in the NICU with Layton for 5 months and 7 days, and I remember the day a social worker handed me a card with a $20 Starbucks card in it. I broke. It's really hard being a parent to a very sick baby in the NICU, and it's really nice when you are reminded that so many people out there understand that. 

I also really want to be able to help keep the memory of Layton alive, and be able to share his story. I am so grateful for any donation, no matter the size, as it allows me to tell people about that amazing little boy who fought for every single moment of his life. Thank you SO much for your donation - I appreciate it more than words can explain."


WAYS PEOPLE CAN HELP

-DONATE - directly to Layton’s Legacy GoFundMe Fundraising Link.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/layton039s-legacy-fundraiser-amp-card-drive?rcid=r01-157005099732-7ae11f7e3f35447b&pc=ot_co_campmgmt_w

-SHARE - not everyone is able to financially donate, but sharing on your social media outlets is welcomed & helpful.

-CREATE - this year’s card drive theme is “Sensitive Sympathy” geared towards parents who have lost a pregnancy due to miscarriage or stillbirth, infant or child. You can get all the card drive info HERE. 

Thank you for considering taking part in this meaningful fundraiser.

Love,

The Waffle Flower Team



Creative Ideas with Small Stamps by Jaycee Gaspar feat. Happy Fall Stamp Set

on October 12, 2019

Creative Ideas with Small Stamps by Jaycee Gaspar feat. Happy Fall Stamp Set

Hi everyone! We are back with some October inspiration from Jaycee Gaspar! Jaycee shares three innovative ways to use tiny stamp sets in his latest guest designer video. One way is to create wreath with small leaf images.
Another is to create your own shadow stamps using matching dies and fun foam!
And finally use a clever masking technique to create this puny pie image!
Check out all three fantastic ideas in this video:

Dress it Up with Jess Feat. Peony Bouquet Stamp Set

on October 11, 2019
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Dress it Up with Jess Feat. Peony Bouquet Stamp Set

Hi everyone! We have some stunning inspiration from Jessica Frost-Ballas using the Peony Bouquet Stamp Set. By just using one Distress Oxide ink color and some heat embossing Jess creates this elegant card.

Hear all her tips and tricks in this video:

Supplies:
Peony Bouquet Stamp Set
Bear Hugs Stamp Set

Happy Fall Stamp Set Doubles as Winter Images

on October 10, 2019
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Happy Fall Stamp Set Doubles as Winter Images

The Forestscape Panel die is the perfect backdrop for so many different scenes! We love how JJ Bolton used the images from the Happy Fall Stamp Set to create a wintery scene! An ink blended background and some spritzed white droplets for snow create a winter wonderland!

Supplies:

Happy Fall Stamp Set
Happy Fall Matching Die
Happy Fall Combo
Forestscape Panel Die

 

October Blog Hop Release Winners

on October 09, 2019
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October Blog Hop Release Winners

Hi everyone! We are here to share the winners of the October 2019 Release Blog Hop! But, first we would would like to thank you all for your excitement! We can't wait to see what you all create with this release!

If you missed the hop, you can still catch up on all the inspiration here:

Waffle Flower <-- You're Here
Amy Rysavy
Alix Davis
Jaycee Gaspar
Channin Pelletier
Keeway Tsao
Jessica Frost Ballas
JJ Bolton
Rebecca Keppel
And here are the three lucky winners!

Annette Reed: Annette Reed said...Beautiful card. I like the lattice die and the gold florals on the inside. OCTOBER 05, 2019 AT 01:04 PM

Denise Kitts-Wadlow: Denise Kitts-Wadlow says: October 5, 2019 at 3:03 pm You’ve done such a great job showcasing the new products on all of your cards. I especially LoVE the first 2. I like all of them, but those 2 are my favorites!

Cardogram: Cardogram October 7, 2019 at 6:15 AM Aloha JJ! Fantastic cards, my fav is the second card in which the little girl is so cute against the very pretty pink skies and bluish gray pines.. Truly contemporary.. ❤️ I have to admit the go girl stamp is another must have on the list, the different looks that you've created his changes the whole look of the card.. So awwwsomely inspiring.. 88


Congratulations to all of our winners! To claim your $25 gift certificate to our online store, please email us at social@waffleflower.com with the subject line "October 2019 Hop Winner." Thanks so much for joining us and have a wonderful day!

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