MFT Birthday Project...

Good morning!  It's Birthday Project day over at MFT.  Here is our challenge for the October Project....

While our birthday collection boasts a virtually endless array of festive imagery, challenging ourselves to think outside the box by using only sentiments in our design is sure to inspire creative, eye-catching looks. Grab your favorite birthday sentiment stamps and dies, text-based backgrounds, and alphabets and craft a birthday card that wows without using any images.

I found the perfect sentiment for the occasion!  This die is Sip Sip Hooray!

I grabbed Blueprint 28 because of that amazing gift card flap.  I die cut the Sip Sip Hooray from the flap and then attached an ink blended, ombre panel behind it.  

This card was super easy to make and I just love the gift card holder.

I added a little message in the back of the opening to say happy birthday!

Stop by the MFT Blog to see more Birthday Project inspiration.  Thanks so much for coming by today!

_____________________________________

FIND ME OVER ON:

Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)

YouTube: Soapbox Creations

Facebook: Soapbox Creations

All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!  

MFT Vault Release...

Today the MFT Vault is opening up and some oldies are making a reappearance. Here are the details direct from the MFT Blog.....

We’re opening up the MFT Vault, and we can’t wait to reveal what’s inside. With 13 years of experience under our belts, we’re thrilled to rediscover some classic MFT designs, and share them with you all over again! We might unearth an old favorite with a new twist, or possibly a brand-new-to-you design you missed out on in the past. We’re confident that this month’s vault contains something you’ll love...are you ready to see what treasure awaits? Here's the best news: all of the new vault products are AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW in the MFT Boutique! You don't have to wait another second to make these products all yours. 

Head over to the MFT Blog to see how YOU can win a $50 MFT Shopping Spree as part of today's Vault Launch celebration!

 I have 2 products to share with you today.  A stamp set called You Shine and a die that I absolutely LOVE called Merry Frame Die-namics....

This card was super simple to create.  I colored up the adorable gal and her strand of lights with some Copics.  I die cut the image with the coordinating die and then die cut another piece of fun foam so she has some dimension.  I did the same with the Merry Frame, adding them both to a white card base. 

The rest of the Design Team will have lots more to share so head on over to the MFT Blog to find a list of links.  

Thanks for coming by today!  Have a great day!

_____________________________________

FIND ME OVER ON:

Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)

YouTube: Soapbox Creations

Facebook: Soapbox Creations

All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!  

Altenew October 2019 Stamp/Die/Stencil Release Blog Hop + Giveaway

Hello and welcome to the October Altenew Release Hop.  Today you are going to see lots of new stamps, dies and stencils along the way.  Scroll down to see my projects, the details on the prizes from Altenew and a full list of stops on the hop!

This first card uses the set called Dot Botanicals.  This one became a fast favorite because of how easy it is to create quick and simple cards.  I simply stamped the leaf silhouette on pink card stock and then stamped the dotted image in a darker pink.

I filled the front to create a full background of Dot Botanicals and then splattered some white paint on the front.  Last, I added in a gold cardstock hello to finish off the card. 

Delicate Tiles is the name of this next stamp set....

You know how Altenew gives you color combinations on the stamp packaging?  Well I saw this combo when I first pulled out the stamp set and I just had to use it.  I love the mix of blues and yellows.

First, I used the Classic Stripe stencil to create a yellow striped background.  I stamped each tile and cut them out with the Halftone Square Dies.  I popped each of the 6 tiles up on foam tape and then added the card panel to the white card base.  To finish off the card, I stamped the Just Because along the side in Sapphire Blue to coordinate with the card front.

Click HERE to check out the full October Release or click below to check out the October 2019 Stamp bundle. 

_____________________________________

GIVEAWAY

To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $50 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog by 10/16/2019 for a chance to win.

We’ll also draw a winner to receive a $20 gift certificate from the comments left on each designer’s blog on the blog hop list below. All winners will be announced on the Altenew blogs on 10/20/2019.

_____________________________________

BLOG HOP

Altenew Card Blog

Jennifer McGuire

Nathalie DeSousa

Kelly Griglione

Nicole Picadura

Mindy Eggen

Jaycee Gaspar

Lilith Eeckels

Ashlea Cornell

Jen Schow

Emily Midgett

Svitlana Shayevich

Kathleen Graumüller

Therese Calvird

Altenew Scrapbook Blog

Vicky Papaioannou

Norine Borys

Terri Koszler

Maryam Perez

LauraJane 

Virginia Lu

Kymona Tracey

Jessica Frost-Ballas

Sveta Fotinia

Amber Rain Davis

Laurie Willison

Caly Person

Reiko Tsuchida

Keeway Tsao

Zinia Redo

Kelly Janes

Erum Tasneem

Thanks for coming by today.  Hope you have a great weekend!

_____________________________________

FIND ME OVER ON:

Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)

YouTube: Soapbox Creations

Facebook: Soapbox Creations

All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!  

Many Thanks {Spellbinders}...

Hi friends!  I am stopping in to share the latest Glimmer of the Month Kit from Spellbinders.  Its such a fun kit!  Check out the details....

The October kits are now here! (Available October 1-31st) While supplies last for new members. US shipping included in cost.

The NEW Glimmer Hot Foil membership subscription includes an exclusive Glimmer Hot Foil Plate & Die Set + One Roll of Foil. Glimmer Hot Foil System and a compatible die cutting machine is required for use. Sold Separately. See Product Compatibility. 

This month's "Sunset Harvest" set and coordinating "Copper Foil Roll" is perfect for creating foiled cards, favors, and more.

Join Now and Save 10% Off the purchase of the Glimmer Hot Foil System! *You may add the system at time of subscription.

Membership Includes:

• A Exclusive Glimmer Hot Foil Plate Set + Foil Roll that can be used to create Glimmering hot foil projects. $37 Value!
• Project Inspiration: Each kit will feature project ideas with at least one detailed how-to instruction tutorial each month.
• Member Benefits & Savings: Receive exclusive member pricing in the Spellbinders store. Plus receive access to deals, savings, and gifts - only available to members.
  

_____________________________________

Each month Spellbinders offers several different subscription clubs....

Small Die of the Month

Large Die of the Month

Large and Small Die of the Month Combined

Card Kit of the Month

Glimmer Hot foil Kit of the Month 

_____________________________________

Here is today's card....

First, I masked off a circle and did a little ink blending around the circle.  I foiled the plates with the foil included in the kit.  It is a really pretty Copper color with amazing shine.  

To finish off the card, I added the pumpkins to the masked off area on the card front with some foam adhesive for a little dimension.  

Stop by Spellbinders to learn more about the Hot Foil Kit of the Month.  

Thanks so much for coming by today!  Have a great day!

_____________________________________

FIND ME OVER ON:

Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)

YouTube: Soapbox Creations

Facebook: Soapbox Creations

All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!  

MFT and Friends....

It's release day at MFT!  Time to shop for some amazing new products.  Head on over to the MFT Shop to check out the entire release.

I have one last card to share with you today using the new Joyful Wreath Die...

To create this card, I scored randomly over a white card base.  I do love that subtle detail. Next, I die cut 2 wreaths out of different greens and then layered them on the card front.

I die cut the Joy out of red cardstock and then the berries out of red and Burgundy card stock.  I layered them around the wreath and then added glossy accents to each.  

I sprinkled a little bit of glitter around so it would stick in the glossy accents.

Can't wait to hear what is in your cart today.  Any release favorites?  Thanks for coming by today.  Happy shopping!

_____________________________________

FIND ME OVER ON:

Instagram: Laurie Willison (@laurie_willison)

YouTube: Soapbox Creations

Facebook: Soapbox Creations

All products in today's post are linked below and throughout the post.  These are my personal affiliate links which you can shop from at no cost to you!  :)  Thank you for supporting Soapbox Creations!