I'm back today with a special feature on the alphabet! When it comes to versatile and handy, almost nothing meets that description better than the alphabet. Think of it, you can use it for anything. It can identify someone, celebrate an occasion or call out a greeting. It helps us be totally unique and customizable when we are creating something special.
It's been a few years since we've had some alphabet dies but the new and improved ones are darling! They are a nice size, about 1" x 1" or so and so easy to use! Another unique feature of this set is that they include alphabet characters used in other languages, specifically French and German. They are part of the "Playing with Patterns" bundle and suite collection and I spent some time playing with them yesterday. The toughest part is figuring out what to say! What's especially sweet is that you can use the letters you cut out and you can also use the negative image of what is left. Have a look....
A huge focal point of my cards with this set is the "Playing with Patterns" Designer Series Paper. It has a fresh and unique color scheme including Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Night of Navy and Purple Posy. It's such a fun mix of dark and light tones and I even added some extra colors here and there. This card also shows off the ribbon and resin dots that are part of the suite. I used the "Many Mates" stamp set for my "Celebrate" sentiment and did some additional accent stamping with the "Playing with Patterns" stamp set using the series of dots.
My next card features the negative image of the "YOU" that I had die cut for the previous card. I then cut out the word "Love". And, speaking of love, I love all the furry, fuzzy animals in the "Special Someone" bundle, especially the raccoon! I hear they are super mean and annoying in person but they sure are cute!
For my next card, I wanted to focus on layers and draw out some color from the Designer Series Paper. I grabbed the "Many Mates" sentiment stamp set for my card and added some embossed vellum, stamped and torn Whisper White and an old scrap of ribbon from a Paper Pumpkin kit (save everything - you never know....)
This is actually the first card I made, cutting the "YAY" out of the DSP and then adhering the whole piece to a Night of Navy Background. The three pack of ribbon that comes in the suite is so fun - luminous colors and textures!
I sure had fun with this set and am so glad to have alphabet dies in my arsenal of creativity. One of my favorite things to do is make a baby card with the name of the new little one on the card. Parents are so touched to see that name over and over again! Alphabets work great too for personalizing school team names and more. Honestly, if you can spell it, you can probably figure out a way to do it!
You can get all the info in the online store about this amazing suite. I've added pictures of the products below and clicking on them will direct you to the store. Contact me if you have any questions at all as I would love to help you make your next amazing creation!
It's not too late to take part in the Bonus Days promotion! For every $50 you spend, you'll receive a $5 coupon code via email good for purchases in August. It's a way to spend now and save later, which seems like a good idea, right?! As you place an online order, you will be notified when you reach the $50 threshold and have a chance to verify your email.
Thanks so much for stopping by and checking out the "Playing with Patterns" bundle. It's a winner!
Happy Summer and keep on stampin'!
Sarah
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