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Bloom & Grow Spotlight Hopping

Hi again!  It's time to shine our sneaky Verve spotlight on some more brand new stamps! We're counting down to Verve's release party this Friday night, April 15, with FOUR days of Spotlight Hops! And since we love to share, there's a prize hidden on one of today's hop spots! Just leave a little shout-out in the comments as you hop about for a chance to win some new Verve of your very own! You can check out the Verve Blog for all the prize details and deadlines.

For my sample card, I used all three  things the Divas are previewing today... Bloom & Grow, Elegant Leaves Die and the Floral Circles Die Set.  I also included a sentiment from the Faithful Phrases set.  I started by cutting the Floral Circles from Pink Pirouette paper, then stamped two sizes of flower centers in Rich Razzleberry onto them and layered together, with some pearl accents in the center.

Next up I cut two of the Elegant Leaves, then stamped the large coordinating leaf image from Bloom & Grow on the cutouts.  The die is one large cutout of the two sprigs (shown behind the flower), but just by making a couple snips with scissors you can separate the two sprigs, like I have for the smaller one behind the sentiment.

After that, I pulled out some First Edition newsprint and stamped a background using some of the smaller flowers from Bloom & Grow in blushing bride and rich razzleberry, then inking up with some antique linen distress ink.  The background paper is from the Vintage Springtime collection and I aged and distressed everything, then layered the sentiment from Faithful Phrases onto some Charming Oval dies.  For a little interest, I stamped the smallest flower from Bloom & Grow around the sentiment, then added some lavender bling, some delicate pink metallic dream string and two trinket pins.

Okay, that's all from me today  Happy hopping....


1. Amber 8. Julee
2. Amy 9. Laurie
3. Andrea 10. Maureen
4. Charmaine 11. Teresa
5. Cresta 12. Tosh
6. Jackie 13. Sankari
7. Janelle 14. Melissa

TODAY'S PRIZE:
Bloom & Grow, Elegant Leaves Die and Floral Circles Die Set



Enabler's List:
Stamps: Faithful Phrases, Bloom & Grow (Verve Stamps)
Paper: Vintage Springtime, First Edition DSP, Rich Razzleberry, Pink Pirouette (SU!), Natural White (Neenah)
Ink: Pink Pirouette, Rich Razzleberry, Pear Pizzazz, Blushing Bride (SU!), Antique Linen, Vintage Photo (Ranger Distress)
Accessories: Charming Oval Die Set, Elegant Leaves, Floral Circles Die Set (A Cut Above by Verve), vintage lace trim, sewing machine, flatback pearls and rhinestones and Delicate Pink Metallic Dream String
(Pizzazz Aplenty), Powder and Forest Berries Trinket Pins (Miss Vio's Handmade on Etsy)

70 comments

scrappingnana said...

This is so pretty. I love flower stamps and dies. Love the blog hop.

Lin said...

I adore everything you put on this card, Julee! Ditzy floral paper, beautiful pearly pins and all brought together by these wonderful new releases! Crossing my fingers and toes to win these!!

Tanya said...

Oh gorgeous, gorgeous, GORGEOUS! I am so loving those new dies, your papers are beautiful too!! :D

bethann said...

beautiful soft and elegant

Lori Turner said...

Gorgeous card, hop, and release today Julee! Wow! I love that they match so perfectly together :) TFS

Leanne said...

OMGOSH love it, and the distressing just pops, great job, stamps are wonderful.

Luanne said...

Love how you stamped the bloom on the newsprint paper. Do you know I'm drooling already? Scrumptious!

Anonymous said...

Hey Julee,

lovely card with rich colors!!
xxx
Dutch Tulip
Marja

Nancy B said...

Beautiful! Can't wait to see the whole release!

Nicole said...

Beautiful! Really loving this set and dies!!! I think flowers are your thing!! And I'm STILL loving the charming oval dies. Perfect! Can't wait for the phrases sets that fit so nicely in them.

Wanda Cullen said...

Love this shabby chic beauty! Also excited to see more great flowers and leaves and matching dies! Can't wait!

Denisse said...

stunning! i always look forward to seeing your creations!

Tracy said...

I REALLY like the looks of this set...can't wait to see the full reveal. The dies just make it so irresistable!

Sankari W. said...

Oh Julee - I am always so stunned by your creations - the gorgeous colors and the sweet details are simply amazing - i love those colors together - your card is simply beautiful as ever!
Hugs,
Sankari :)

Marsha said...

So very pretty. Love those colors working with each other.

suzieq23 said...

Love your card using the new Verve release. Cannot wait to start playing with them myself. Thanks for sharing.

Marisa said...

Oh happy, happy, joy, joy - more Verve flowers!! Gorgeous card showcasing them! Can't wait to see the full set and maybe win it (hint, hint LOL!).

marilynwillauer said...

Love the colors of this card, your embellishments are great!! Verve Stamps Rock!!!!

Amy Sheffer said...

So, so, so gorgeous, Julee! The floweers look amazing stamped onto the pink card stock! All the details are perfect!

Joanne Gilch said...

That corner with the curled edges just made my day....love that look!
That lef die must be awesome....can't wait to parteeee on Friday.

Lorus! said...

That is one beautiful card!

Rona said...

beautiful I love the pins, the pearls the distressing and of course these new stamps are a total must have!!! GORGEOUS!

My Creative Therapy said...

Oh how pretty!! Love the colors :)

Amy Kolling said...

Oh Julee, I LOVE this new flower set with matching dies! Beautiful card!

Lillian Child said...

Love your distressed style!

Betty Wright said...

Beautiful colors and detailing! Can hardly wait to get the stamps and die cuts and play play play! Beautiful, Julee!

Vickie Z said...

Gorgeous!! Love this set and dies!! Not sure I could pull off pink and razzleberry but, you did a fabulous job!!

Tina said...

This is so pretty! I am excited about the new flower stamps and dies! And I love seeing all the inspiration along the way!

Tosha Leyendekker said...

A real beauty for sure Julee!! I love the distressing, the sweet little pearl centers, and the fact that you thought to stamp a single flower on the text bg!! You are always so creative and clever!!

Colorado Crafter said...

Your card is beautiful!! This new Verve release is wonderful!!!

Jen Cuthbertson said...

Oooh!! Loving the burgundy flowers on the pink card stock!! And the pearl centers... yummy! Can't wait until Friday!!

Heather said...

Julee, I don't know how you do it: you keep coming out with fabulous sets (and dies, I might add) and then create the most gorgeous cards to showcase them! Love the pearls in the flower center and of course the flower/leaf combo.

Darla said...

Wow, there are loads of beautiful details in this card!! The new dies and stamps are simply FAB!

Christina said...

These flowers, and especially the leaves, are totally gorgeous! Such a beautiful card to showcase them, too. Thanks so much for the chance to win!

Lea L. said...

This is beautiful! I love the papers you chose, and the distressed/curled edges are a perfect touch!!

Joan V said...

Oh how pretty. This set looks like so much fun to use. I really like your little stick pins that you added. How pretty.

Jennipher said...

I love how this looks distressed but still elegant. The colors really pop. Simply amazing.

Tricia T said...

This is pure gorgeousness! I love the colors and the layers and the details!

Mary said...

LOVE this so much! Your colors are awesome! This set and dies are going to put a big dent in my stamping budget!

Anonymous said...

I love your card and all of the layers.

I LOVE these stamps and die sets!!!

Christine said...

Very Pretty!

inga said...

Love,love all your cards. Your little tags are too cute...

Esther said...

Another beautiful creation!

Chrisd said...

Those stamps and dies are great together and the special details really dolled up your beautiful card. On with the hop to see more.

jan farnworth said...

what a great card.

Teresa Kline said...

Julee this is so gorgeous, I adore the distressing....fabulous!

enjoy *~*

Unknown said...

This is soooooooooooooo pretty! I love the pinks and purples!

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful card - love the colors and creative design! Thanks for the chance to win some of your delightful stamps!

Pam said...

Love everything about this card! it's just beautiful!

P said...

Love the brightness of the pink pops on this card! This is another great Verve release that will just have to find its way to my craft room!

Janet's Joy said...

Love the distressed look!

joy said...

You have so many pretty details on this card -the distressed edges, the pin and the flower is beautiful!

kksb said...

Lovely card! Marvelous embellishments.

Tarina said...

Love, love this card! I can not wait to get my hands on this set. You have all inspired me so much.

Lisa Lynn said...

What a beautiful card. Love all the details with the pearls. Wonderful color.

craftymom205 said...

Beautiful card.

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pqueenie said...

Very nice card!

Dawn Easton said...

Julee, this is simply GORGEOUS!!!

Jan Garber said...

Your use of the flower stamps makes the pattern paper seem to "flow" right across the card! Gorgeous!

Crafty Math Chick said...

Mmmm... I love these rich plum and green colors Julee, and your fun pearls and hat pin accents. I really love the images in this set, those blooms & leaf clusters just shot to the top of my wishlist. Beautiful work, again. ;)

Ravengirl said...

So pretty! I am very excited about the new dies!

Melissa said...

Totally loving all of the pearly accents, Julee. I think I need some of those pins... :) I love the papers you chose, too - stunning. :)

Sue D said...

Very pretty--I like the color of the flowers.

Julia M said...

Awesome card Julee!....love that dp and your color combo.

Unknown said...

That is such a beautiful card.
TFS!
Rachelle
joyfulhrtatgmail.com

Cher said...

ohhhhhhhh so pretty..luv the paper! and of course the stamps and dies...delish

Jess Willison said...

So beautiful! Love the colours!

KanataNewf said...

What a fab mix of papers with that sentiment.

Lisa M. (aka. Lisa @ Farm Fresh) said...

That apper is amazing!!! fabulous my dear, FABULOUS!

Charmaine (CharmWarm) said...

Such fun colors and I love those stick pins! So cool!