Hi peeps,

the long awaited day is here! You can now purchase the new products from the My Favorite Things February Release!

On today's card, I'm showcasing the super sweet YUZU You Make Moo So Happy Stamp & Die Duo.

First, I created a regular sized A2 card base from Sno Cone Card Stock. I die cut a piece of Sour Apple Card Stock  with one of the Grassy Edges Die-namics and applied Mowed Lawn Distress Oxide Ink to the bottom edge. I stamped the small grass images in the same ink color.

I stamped the images with Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copic markers. I cut out everything with the coordinating dies except for the cute cow leaning on the log which I die cut with one of the Heart STAX Die-namics. Next, I masked off the image and blended on Distress Oxides (Salvaged Patina, Tumbled Glass, Shabby Shutters, Mowed Lawn). I also die cut two white circles in addition to the heart to mimic a thought bubble. The shading was done with Copics.

Finally, I assembled my little scene by adhering the images with liquid glue and stamped the sentiment at the top with VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.

Please visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Shopping!
Anja

MFT Stamps • February Release Countdown Day 3

Hi crafty folks,

only two more days until the My Favorite Things February Release hits the store! Join us on the MFT Blog to explore today's products.

On my card, I used the Headed for the Stars Stamp & Die Duo which features some critters, balloons, clouds and stars.

First, I created an A2 card base from white cardstock. I trimmed down a strip from one of the Joyful Plaid papers and adhered it to the left. On another white cardstock panel I did some light handed ink blending with Distress Oxides (Salvaged Patina, Tumbled Glass and Scattered Straw).

Next, I stamped the images in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copics. I used the matching dies to cut everything out. Onto a Jalapeño Popper Card Stock strip I stamped the sentiment in VersaMark Ink. I heat embossed it in white and cut it out with a fishtail banner die from the Blueprints 27 Die-namics set. Finally, I adhered the images and sentiment banner with liquid glue.

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a beautiful Sunday!
Anja

 

MFT Stamps • February Vault Release Preview

Happy Monday everyone,

the My Favorite Things Vault is opening up again! So happy to see that they are bringing back some of their basic Die-namics sets which will be essentials in your craft stash. All the products will be available tomorrow at 10 am EDT.

I created a circle shaped card with the Stitched Circle Scallop Edge Frames Die-namics and the JB Cupigs Stamp & Die Duo from the January Release.

First, I made a card base from white cardstock using the 4 1/2" circle die from the A2 Stitched Circle STAX Die-namics set. Next, I did some ink blending with Distress Oxides (top half: Saltwater Taffy, Tattered Rose; bottom half: Salvaged Patina, Tumbled Glass).

The stitched circle scallop edge frame was die cut from Kraft Card Stock twice to make it a bit more sturdy. I backed it with a Sno Cone Card Stock circle and adhered it to the card front.

I stamped the sweet images in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copic markers. I cut everything out with the coordinating dies. The left piggy and clouds were adhered inside the circle frame. While the bird and other pig were popped up with foam tape.

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a lovely day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Spotlight

Hello sweeties,

the My Favorite Things January Release went live yesterday and today we're shining a spotlight on the new products.

It's getting cute again ;-) I picked the YUZU Darling Dragons Stamp & Die Duo for today's inspiration card.

I started off with an A2 card base made from Gravel Gray Card Stock. I cut down a gorgeous plaid patterned paper from the Orange Sherbet Paper Pad to be slightly smaller and adhered it to the card base. With one of the Jumbo Fishtail Banner STAX Die-namics I cut out a piece of Grapesicle Card Stock. At the top I added a white scalloped border and adhered the banner with foam tape.

Next, I stamped the dragon in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and did some Copic coloring. I used the coordinating die to cut out the image. The sentiment was stamped it VersaMark Ink onto a Gravel Gray Card Stock strip and I heat embossed it in white. I again used foam tape to pop up the image and sentiment strip.

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have an incredible day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Countdown Day 4

Happy Monday folks,

we've reached the final Countdown Day for the My Favorite Things January Release that will go live tomorrow! Check out the MFT Blog for today's Design Team projects.

I created a CAS love-themed card with the cute SY The Micest Thing stamp set. I adore this jumping happy little mouse!

I started off with a white A2 card base and trimmed down a diagonal Black & White Stripes paper which I adhered to the left side.

Next, I stamped the scattered hearts in Memento Rose Bud Ink and the mouse in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink. I did some Copic coloring and stamped the sentiment above it using VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.

For even more ideas, product details and tutorials, please visit the MFT YouTube channel.

Thank you so much for stopping by! See you tomorrow!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Countdown Day 3

Hello everyone,

only two more days until the My Favorite Things January Release hits the store! Please hop over to the MFT Blog for some inspiration.

I just love creating cards with cute critters! So today's card features the Unbearably Sweet Stamp & Die Duo.

First, I cut and scored a landscape A2 card base from white cardstock. I'm so happy that the color Lazy Day is back and had to use it right away. I trimmed down a cardstock panel in this gorgeous blue color and ran it through my die-cutting machine with the largest of the A2 Double Stitched Rectangle STAX Die-namics. In a second pass I also cut out a window using the LJD Rectangle Peek-a-Boo Window Die-namics. For a bit of texture, I splattered the whole panel with blue ink.

I did some ink blending with Distress Oxides (Wild Honey, Mustard Seed and Squeezed Lemonade) directly on the card base where the window and image will be. After letting it dry, I popped up the Lazy Day Card Stock panel with foam tape.

Next, I stamped the images in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink, did some Copic coloring and cut everything out with the coordinating dies. Have you seen the teeny tiny ant which I stamped in VersaFine Onyx Black Ink? Finally, I stamped the sentiment with VersaMark Ink onto a Licorice Black Card Stock banner and heat embossed it in white.

Check out the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a cozy Sunday!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Countdown Day 2

Hi crafty friends,

it's Countdown Day 2 for the My Favorite Things January Release and we have some extra cute products to share today!

I made two tags using the new and versatile Tall Tag Die-namics along with the YUZU Lovely Lions Stamp & Die Duo.

For the tag bases I used patterned paper (Feelin' Festive Paper Pad, Fun Fall Color Blends Paper Pad) and an additional layer of cardstock for sturdiness. The tag toppers were die cut from Red Hot Card Stock and Carribean Sea Card Stock. And for the reinforcements I chose Black Licorice and again Red Hot Card Stock.

Next, I stamped the images (the leaves are from the YUZU Darling Dragons stamp set) in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copic markers. I used the coordinating dies to cut everything out.

I stamped two sentiments from the Smooches stamp set in VersaMark Ink onto Black Licorice Card Stock and heat embossed them in white. Finally, I assembled the tags which will make a sweet little gift for a loved one ❤️

Please visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Enjoy your day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Countdown Day 1

Hello everyone,

we're shaking things up for the upcoming My Favorite Things January Release and are moving back to a Countdown. Customers love to see previews of what's coming and the Design Team is happy to share some inspiration before the new products will be available on Tuesday, January 9th at 10 am EST.

For today's teaser, I used the adorable JB Scent-sational Skunks Stamp & Die Duo to create a love-themed card.

First, I cut and scored an A2 card base from Black Licorice Card Stock. From a piece of masking paper I die cut the biggest of the Heart STAX Die-namics and adhered the neagtive to a white cardstock panel. I blended over the whole heart with Spun Sugar Distress Oxide Ink. Next, I applied Kitsch Flamingo over it using the Cloud Stencil. I carefully removed the mask and cut the panel with the largest die of the A2 Stitched Rectangle STAX Set 2 Die-namics set.

This month some retired colors (cardstocks, inks and refills) are making their comeback! I die cut the top of a Carribean Sea Card Stock strip with one of the Grassy Edges Die-namics. I stamped the punny sentiment in VersaMark Ink and heat embossed in white. Next, I stamped the sweet skunks in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copic markers. I used the coordinating dies to cut out the images and adhered them to the card. The clouds were stamped in Kitsch Flamingo Distress Oxide Ink to match the stenciled cloudy heart. I cut them out with the matching dies and added them to my little scene.

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have an awesome day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Vault Release Spotlight

Hi sweet friends,

we're shining a spotlight on the My Favorite Things January Vault Release that went live yesterday! Please hop over to the MFT Blog for today's DT inspiration.

I created a card with the Heart STAX Die-namics, the Mini Delicate Doilies Die-namics and a sentiment from the Candy Jar Companions stamp set.

I started off with a card base made from Gravel Gray Card Stock and die cut three of the intricate doilies from the same color for a subtle tone-on-tone look. Next, I die cut each of the hearts from another cardstock color (Summer Splash, Tropical Teal, Ripe Raspberry, Cotton Candy and Sno Cone). I stacked them on top of each other and adhered them to the card base, slightly shifted to the right. I cut off the excess with my paper trimmer.

The sentiment was stamped in VersaMark Ink onto a black cardstock stripe and I heat embossed it in white. I cut it out with a banner die from the Blueprints 28 Die-namics set which is another of the re-released products. Finally, I popped up the sentiment banner with thin foam squares.

For even more ideas, product details and tutorials, please visit the MFT YouTube channel.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a wonderful day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Vault Release Day

Happy New Year everyone,

the My Favorite Things Vault is cracking open again! All the re-released products are now ready to shop!

This release is jam-packed with lots of love-themed stamps and dies. On today's card, I combined the Full of Heart Die-namics, the Heart STAX Die-namics and the So Much Love stamp set.

First, I started off with an A2 card base and trimmed down another white cardstock panel to the same size. I cut the heart Full of Heart die from it and popped out all the little hearts. Onto a piece of Distress Watercolor Cardstock, I applied Distress Mica Stain sprays to create a pink and purple background. I let it dry completely and glued it behind the heart cut-out panel.

I stamped the sentiment and heart trio on white cardstock using three different Premium Dye Ink colors (Grape Jelly, Ripe Raspberry, Cotton Candy). I cut it out with one of the Heart STAX dies and adhered it with foam tape to the center of the card.

Please visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! See you again tomorrow!
Anja

MFT Stamps • December Release Day

Hi there,

the awesome My Favorite Things December Release is now available for purchase! Please check out the MFT Blog for more DT inspiration.

On today's card, I combined the fun JB Right on Track stamp set with the older Happy Swish Die-namics.

I started off with a black landscape A2 card base and trimmed down a white cardstock panel to be a bit smaller. For the wavy stripes I went with a retro color palette and die cut them from colored cardstock (Red Hot, Orange Zest, Summer Splash, Tropical Teal and Blue Beyond). I adhered them to the white cardstock panel and cut off the excess.

Next, I stamped the raccoon, the cat and the turntable in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and did some Copic coloring. I cut everything out with the coordinating dies and popped up the images with thin foam tape. Finally, I stamped one of the sentiments and a couple of music notes in VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.

Please visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Shopping!
Anja

MFT Stamps • December Release Product Preview

Hello sweet friends,

I'm happy to be back for today's product previews of the My Favorite Things December Release that will be available tomorrow at 10 am EST.

For my first card, I used the super adorable JB Squish Friends stamp set with the previously released Tiny Clouds Stencil.

First, I created an A2 card base from white cardstock and trimmed down another panel to the same size. I masked off a good portion of the bottom and did some soft ink blending with Distress Oxides (Spun Sugar, Milled Lavender, Tumbled Glass, Salvaged Patina). I went over the background a second time using the stencil and another layer of inks (Kitsch Flamingo, Wilted Violet, Salvaged Patina).

Next, I stamped the images in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored them with Copic markers. I used the coordinating dies to cut everything out. For a bit of dimension, I used thin foam squares to adhere the images. Below them, I stamped one of the sentiments in VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! See you again tomorrow!
Anja

 

MFT Stamps • Gingerbread Greetings Card Kit

Hello friends,

the gorgeous Gingerbread Greetings Card Kit is now available for purchase. The price for this coordinated collection of products is 30% off the cost of buying the elements separately.

I again combined the Gingerbread House Die-namics with one of the Gingerbread Greetings. This time, I used the cute gingerbread people and sweet treats to created a love themed Christmas card.

I started off with a white A2 top-folding card base. To create the heart shape, I actually cut out a mask with a die from the Box of Chocolates Die-namics set and used the negative for blending on Spun Sugar Distress Oxide Ink.

Next, I die cut all the pieces from colored cardstock, added shading with Distress Oxide Inks and grey Copics. I assembled everything and arranged the treats around the heart to build some kind of frame. I adhered the gingerbread couple in the center of the heart and stamped the sentiment below in Amarena Cherry Premium Dye Ink.

Here's another look at the October Card Kit:

Make sure to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • July Vault Release Day

Hi again,

the July My Favorite Things Vault Release is ready to shop! Please check out the MFT Blog for today's DT inspiration.

I combined the First Class Friend stamps with the First Class Frame Die-namics to create these sweet love notes for a special someone.

First, I die cut the postage frames from Sno Cone and Summer Splash Card Stock. The inside rounded rectangles were cut from white cardstock. After stamping the sentiments and accessories, I inlaid them back inside the frames. The Premium Dye Ink colors I used are Sno Cone, Tropical Teal, Cotton Candy and Ripe Raspberry as well as VersaFine Onyx Black Ink.

Please visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! See you again tomorrow!
Anja

MFT Stamps • March Release Countdown Day 3

Hi peeps,

we are halfway to the My Favorite Things March Release Day and today it's all about LOVE.

I created a CAS Anniversary card using the Hot Dog! stamp set and the versatile Diagonal Stripes Stencil.

First, I started off with a white A2 card base and trimmed down another white cardstock panel to the same size. For the background, I partially inked the stencil with Distress Oxides (Tattered Rose, Dried Marigold, Spun Sugar and Worn Lipstick).

Next, I stamped two of the cute dogs (facing each other), did some Copic coloring and cut them out with the coordinating dies. To frame them, I used a Box of Chocolates Die-namics outline heart and cut it from gold glitter cardstock.

The 'Happy Anniversary' sentiment is part of the new To The Happy Couple set. I stamped it in VersaMark Ink onto a Poppin' Pink Card Stock strip and heat embossed with white embossing powder. Then I cut it out with a fishtail banner die from the Blueprints 27 Die-namics set.

I adhered the sparkly heart frame directly onto the stenciled background and popped up the images and sentiment banner with foam squares. To finish off the card, I placed a pink enamel heart between the dogs.

Now I invite you to visit the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful weekend!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Vault Release • Countdown Day 1

Hello everyone,

it's Countdown Day 1 to tomorrow's My Favorite Things January Vault Release. So happy they are bringing back some of the popular Blueprints Die-namics!

I created a cute Valentine's card using the Blueprints 30 Die-namics set which comes with a rounded frame that has a fun interactive flap.

I cut and scored a white card base slightly taller than A2 and covered the front with a dotted paper from the Feelin' Festive Paper Pad. The rounded frame was cut from the diagonal striped paper. I cut out a small slit on the right side and attached a Cotton Candy Card Stock closure to the flap.

Next, I decorated the flap and inside with the cute previously released YUZU Hunny Bunny stamps and the Label Maker sentiments. I stamped the images, colored them with Copic markers and used the coordinating dies to cut everything out. The label sentiments were stamped with VersaFine Onyx Black Ink and I used the matching Label Tape Die-namics to cut them out. I stamped the inside sentiment onto a Summer Splash Card Stock strip. Finally, I adhered all the images and sentiments flat using liquid glue.

Here's a look at what's hidden behind the flap:

For even more ideas, product details and tutorials, please visit the MFT YouTube channel.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a lovely day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Day

Hi there,

the wait is finally over! The My Favorite Things January Release is now available for purchase! Check out the MFT Blog to explore today's DT inspiration.

I have another love-themed card to share with you today featuring one of the cuties from the My Punny Valentine stamp set by Rachelle Anne Miller.

I haven't done this in a while, so I created a subtle white-on-white background by repeatedly adhering die-cuts all over the panel. Therefore I used the X and O from the Love Icons Die-namics set. I stacked up two layers for each letter and alternately adhered them to my white card base.

Next, I stamped the image in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored it with Copic markers. I used the coordinating die to cut out the bunny which I adhered to the left side of the card with thin foam squares.

I stamped the punny sentiment onto a Grapesicle Card Stock strip with VersaFine Onyx Black Ink. I cut the right end into a fishtail banner shape and tucked the sentiment strip underneath the image.

Make sure to check out the MFT YouTube channel for even more ideas, product details and tutorials.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Happy Shopping everyone!
Anja

MFT Stamps • January Release Countdown Day 2

Hello everyone,

only 2 more days until the My Favorite Things January Release goes live. Check out today's product reveals and lovely DT inspiration over on the MFT Blog.

I created a CAS card with the adorable Sweetheart stamp set illustrated by Tiddly Inks.

I started off with a white A2 card base and a panel in the same size. I did some ink blending with Distress Oxides (Tattered Rose and Dried Marigold) to create an oval soft background. I added some pearly paint splatters with a small brush and let it dry completely. At the bottom, I stamped one of the sentiments in VersaMark Ink and heat embossed it in Silver. Then I adhered the panel to the card base with liquid glue.

Next, I stamped the image in Extreme Black Hybrid Ink and colored it with Copic markers. I used the coordinating die to cut the girl out and popped her up with foam tape.

For even more ideas, product details and tutorials, please visit the MFT YouTube channel.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a relaxed Sunday!
Anja

SSS + MFT STAMPtember Exclusive Collaboration

Hi peeps,

today I have the honor to join the ongoing month-long party called STAMPtember hosted by Simon Says Stamp. I'm excited to share my card with you that I made with the exclusive collaboration set from My Favorite Things.

The special collaboration set is called Owl-ways My Favorite. Please note that this limited edition set is only available while supplies last! Feel free to click on either link or picture to shop.

Stamp + Die Combo

 

 

Stamps only

 

For my CAS card, I started off with a white A2 card base and trimmed down another white cardstock panel to the same size. I used one of the SSS Nested Hearts Dies to cut out a window.

I did an ink blended background with Distress Oxides directly onto the white card base. The ink colors I used are Cracked Pistachio, Salvaged Patina, Milled Lavender and Tattered Rose. I also splattered on white paint with a brush and let it dry completely. Then, I stamped one of the sentiments in VersaMark Ink and heat embossed it with white embossing powder.

Next, I stamped two of the owls, the branch and the tiny heart in Memento Tuxedo Black Ink. I colored the images with Copics and fussy cut them with scissors (there are coordinating dies available in the stamp+die combo set).

To create a bit of dimension, I popped up the heart window panel as well as the images with foam tape. I adhered some embellishments in matching colors to finish off the card.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Wishing you a lovely day!
Anja

MFT Stamps • May Vault Release • Countdown Day 2

Hey friends,

My Favorite Things is opening up the Vault again! This means some classic designs and favorites will be coming back! The release will be available on Tuesday, May 17th at 10 am EDT.

Today I'm starting off with a wedding card combining the Bride & Groom Die-namics with the Happily Ever After stamps.

First, I did some gradient ink blending on a white cardstock panel which is slightly smaller than the card base. I used Saltwater Taffy Distress Oxide Ink at the bottom and let it fade into white towards the top. The panel was attached to the card base with foam tape.

I die cut the wedding dress from white cardstock and made my own stencil with the swirl included in the die set. I used the same ink color for the stenciling and also on the little hearts. The suit was cut from a MSTN Black & White Plaid patterned paper. It was fun to paper piece the groom's outfit which I completed with white and black cardstock on the shirt, tie and buttons.

Next, I cut the hand-scripted Love Ya Die-namics from white cardstock, applied VersaMark Ink and heat embossed it with Metallic Platinum Sparkle Embossing Glitter. I paired the die-cut with a sentiment that I stamped onto a white rectangle and heat embossed it with Metallic Platinum Super Fine Embossing Powder.

Finally, I assembled the card by adhering the die-cuts with liquid glue and foam squares.

For even more ideas, product details and tutorials, please visit the MFT YouTube channel.

Thank you so much for stopping by! Have a wonderful Sunday!
Anja