Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Papertrey Ink Been Boo'd

There's so many wonderful sets being released by Papertrey Ink this month that they've had to call for a little extra help with the countdown posts. Voila! Here I am. Just my cup of tea too, as I always enjoy exploring all the different ways a product can be used. Kinda just keep rolling with it and let the ideas come. So much fun...try it and you'll know what I mean.

I'm going to show you three different projects using the new "Been Boo'ed" stamp set by by Beth Silaika. There's lots to do with this set other than the "Boo'ed Game" at Halloween. With several "too cute to spook" images just begging to be put on cards, you'll find yourself very busy.

First up, the ghost image. Do you think of vellum when you think of papercrafting ghosts? I do and that was my jumping off point with this card. Used Fillable Frame #4 die to cut out a window in the vellum. One little ghost pokes his head through to say hello. A jaunty angle on the witches hat makes him all that much more friendly. The rest of his comrades float on behind the vellum. On their way to haunt somebody else, no doubt.




Next, how about teaming up some previously released dies with this set? On a spooky Smokey Shadow night, bats fly through clouds with the moonlight shining down. Easy to accomplish with some cloud dies. The star border is stamped in Versamark for a subtle detail. And last, but not least, googily eyes. You cannot make Halloween cards without googily eyes! It would be like a jack-o-latern without a candle inside.



 My final project is a fun one. When die cutting a label (in this case, Fillable Frames #1), place one cutting edge just above a fold in some cardstock before you cut. You'll be left with a hinge, allowing the label to open.



But only if you dare, because you never know what might be lurking underneath to scare you. BOO!


Two sentiments from the set and a ghost (there he is again!) make up the greeting on the inside. All in good fun.



Hope you enjoyed my projects. Craving any candy corn? I'm totally getting there. I wonder what it would taste like dipped in chocolate?:)

Supplies:


Vellum Card:
Stamps: Been Boo'd, Fillable Frame #4
Dies: Fillable Frame #4
Vellum: Papertrey Ink
Ink: True Black by PTI and Orange by Close to My Heart


Bat and Moon Card:
Stamps: Been Boo'd
Cardstock: Smokey Shadow and Plum Pudding
Dies: Cloud dies by PTI
Ink: True Black and Fresh Snow by Papertrey Ink, Versamark
Googily eyes and pearl accents
Embossing powder: American Crafts Zing in gold sparkle


Open if You Dare:
Stamps: Been Boo'd, Spooky Sweets II, Fillable Frames I, Background Basics: Geometrics
Dies: Fillable Frames I
Cardstock: Orange Zest, Smokey Shadow, True Black
Ink: True Black, Orange Zest, Simply Chartreuse, Smokey Shadow< Plum Pudding
Ribbon: Simply Chartreuse Grosgrain
Other: Googily eyes

37 comments:

  1. Erin these cards are adorable!!

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  2. What awesome cards! You have me sold on this set already!

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  3. Your samples are fabulous Erin, this set looks like it's going to be so cute!!!

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  4. Your cards are so cute and fabulous, Erin. Too bad we don't have Halloween over here.

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  5. what amazing cards! I am very impressed!

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  6. So cute Erin! I love your original take on papercrafts and there's always something inspirational to put in my ideas file. Just love these happy cards!

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  7. These are just adorable,love all of the fun ways you used the Papertrey products. So glad they needed your help!

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  8. Wow! Super cute ideas and projects!! Vellum is perfect for ghosts!!

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  9. oh my! Those googly eyes on the spider and bat just crack me up! Adorable cards!!!

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  10. Lovely, I adore googly eyes and the ghosts is so cute!
    Eveline.

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  11. I LOVE your Halloween cards, so inspiring. I didn't think I needed another Halloween stamp set, but I guess I was wrong!

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  12. OH how I LOVE your style, Erin! YOu always make the most adorable, unique cards...your blog is a fave stop of mine. Great job on these Halloween cards...and I am totally buying googly eyes today :) :0

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  13. You've done a wonderful job showcasing this set. All the cards are so fun and whimsical and totally make me smile.

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  14. Your vellum BOO card is amazing! Great creativity!!

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  15. Great way to use the vellum. Lovely cards.
    Sandra :-)

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  16. I adore Halloween sets. Your cards are super cute!

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  17. Oh my, you've convinced me! These cards are so cute, I want to make some!!!

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  18. How cute are those cards! You are fabulous! Great job!

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  19. So cute! Love what you have made! My favorite is the ghost!

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  20. Erin - these are adorable - you will have to check out my BOO tag tomorrow - Mr. Ghost loves that hat! Love the google eyes on the spider! So FUN!!!

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  21. You did a great job on these cards. So cute, every one. I think I have to have this set, though I have a million Halloween stamps already. This is now the set I have to have. Thanks for the wonderful inspiration (read copy exactly). Can't wait to see the rest of Beth's set.

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  22. Adorable cards, I especially love your use of the vellum and ghost stamps, very creative.
    Great job.

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  23. Your projects are so cute---all the creativity! What an inspiration!

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  24. Love these cards, Erin! They are fantastic!

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  25. Your cards are so cute, Erin! I love them all but especially the first one with the ghost peeking out through the vellum window!

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  26. LOVE your cards Erin the last one Open if you dare is so cute!

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  27. Oh STOP! I wasn't going to want this set, and you have completely changed my mind! Your samples today are so unique and creative! Ach! My poor wallet!

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  28. Very cute cards Erin. Maybe since my DD will be away at college I'll actually Make a card or "boo".

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  29. FUN card and I am loving that little ghost.

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  30. Absolutely darling cards and projects! This set has so many cute details and wow, love the fonts. Your take on these projects have such a clean design and are too cute!!!! Thanks for sharing!

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  31. I can not express how much I LOVE LOVE LOVE this set!!!! And I haven't even seen the entire release yet!!! This is a MUST HAVE FOR SURE!!!

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  32. Fun Halloween card! Gettin' in the mood to craft something spooky! ;)

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  33. Wow. Such lovely cards and so creative. Thanks for sharing.

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  34. Love these cards, Erin! Especially the one that says "open if you dare"...how perfect for a little kid :-)

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  35. I love all of your cards! Creative genius at its best! I have a question...how do you adhere vellum? I always have a problem with the adhesive showing. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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