Hi everyone! Thank you so much for joining us today…one of my favorite days of the year. We’re kicking off two days of reveals and projects to showcase this year’s autumn collection. We’re heading into my favorite crafting months and I couldn’t be more excited!
Before we get to the products and projects, just an advance heads up that Laurie will be hosting an Instagram Live presentation of all of the new products on Thursday, September 9 at 11:00am CDT, so tune in if you’d like to check it out! She has some extra fun planned today with some special guests! 😊
Below is a quick look at all of the new products. Click on the links below each product heading for more details and information, or click HERE to see all of the new products in the shop. (**Please Note: although the new products are visible in the shop, they will not be available to purchase until 10am EDT on Friday, September 10).
BotaniCuts Wheat die & BotaniCuts Ginkgo die
Click HERE for BotaniCuts Wheat die details ($17)
Click HERE for BotaniCuts Ginkgo die details ($22)
The BotaniCuts Ginkgo features pretty ginkgo branches along with a few individual leaves, no assembly is required. The BotaniCuts Wheat is simple to assemble, and I’ve put together a quick video showing how they go together…
Layered Leaves stamp set + die
Click HERE for Layered Leaves stamp set details ($18)
Click HERE for Layered Leaves die details ($12)
The Layered Leaves set is a bit unique in that the matching die does not have any additional border built in like is typical for our dies that match our stamp sets. In order to keep the delicacy of the branch, the matching die was designed without the additional border. I’ve put together a video showing the stamping for this set and how the individual leaves can be layered for extra dimension!
Grace Upon Grace stamp set & Grace Upon Grace hot foil
This verse from John 1:16 is perfect for fall, and we’re offering it in both stamp set and hot foil versions.
Click HERE for Grace Upon Grace stamp set details ($7)
Click HERE for Grace Upon Grace hot foil details ($14)
Pampas Grass stamp set + die
Click HERE for Pampas Grass stamp set details ($24)
Click HERE for Pampas Grass die details ($26)
Now for some projects! I have several projects today, plus at the end of this post will be links to all the Inspiration Team members also sharing projects today!
My first project is a slimline card featuring pretty leaf clusters made with the BotaniCuts Ginkgo and Layered Leaves sets. The Layered Leaves were of course stamped with the stamp set, the Ginkgo leaves were diecut from white cardstock and colored with my favorite method – sponged with Oxide inks and then details and shading added with colored pencils.
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The base was cut with the Crimped Slimline die, and the leafy bouquet was topped off with a new “autumn” diecut we’ll be showcasing tomorrow. I added some splatters of gold ink to finish it off and add extra interest.
Next is another slimline, again using the Crimped Slimline die as a base. This time I used just the Ginkgo branches – they are so pretty on their own!
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I layered both branches over each other at the top, then hot foiled the new Grace Upon Grace sentiment towards the bottom. I added just a few scattered ginkgo leaves and some gold splatters. It turned out so elegant, and is much simpler to put together than it looks – always love that!
My next card uses the same color scheme as my previous two card…I love how the dark background sets off these pretty leaves and sprigs! This time I used the new Grace Upon Grace stamp set to stamp the sentiment onto a panel cut with our Crimped Frames die. The cluster along the side was made with the Layered Leaves set, along with a few stems of wheat tucked in, cut using the new BotaniCuts Wheat die.
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To add some interest to the background, I used my Deco Triangles hot foil plate to add some texture and shine. I also added some ink splatters. If you’re wondering about the color combo I used to stamp the Layered Leaves branch, I used Brushed Corduroy, Victorian Velvet, and Rusty Hinge Oxide inks, with Versafine Clair Pinecone for the vein details.
Of course those pretty wheat stems are just begging to be bundled up with a big bow, so that’s just what I did for this next project. I grew up in rural North Dakota, where fall meant miles and miles of golden wheat fields, so wheat images will always have a special place in my heart!
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Cutting two batches of the BotaniCuts Wheat will give you a nice, full bundle. Here I also tucked in some hot foil leaves from a set we’ll be introducing tomorrow, and topped it all off with our Put a Bow on It stamp set and matching die. The background panel was cut with the Deco Frames die.
My next three cards all use a similar color scheme. I was loving the way our new Pampas Grass set looks stamped in warm shades of tan, orange, and rosy pink!
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My first two cards are one-layer cards that use our new hot foil sentiments – Grace Upon Grace, and a Let’s Have a Word: Autumn hot foil that we’ll be officially introducing tomorrow.
My hello autumn card uses the same color scheme, again stamping the Pampas Grass images directly onto a rustic white cardstock panel. Of course I couldn’t resist adding a few ink splatters to add some extra interest. I also did just a little colored pencil shading to the pampas grass images. The ink colors used on both of these are Oxides…Tattered Rose, Victorian Velvet, Rusty Hinge, Aged Mahogany, Vintage Linen, and Frayed Burlap.
My third card of the bunch uses the same color scheme, but this time I incorporated the matching Pampas Grass dies for more dimension. I also tucked in a few stems of “grass” using the new BotaniCuts: Wheat die. I love how this die doubles as grass if you omit the beards. So pretty to tuck in amongst other things! The sentiment here is from the Blessed Blooms set we released last year.
My final card for today again uses a mix of Pampas Grass images and blades of “grass” cut with the BotaniCuts: Wheat die.
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I stamped these lovely grasses in shades of green and tan, then layered them over a panel of watercolor paper with some loose watercoloring in matching shades of green. The sentiment here is from the Cotton Comforts set. The BotaniCuts wheat/grass sprigs add just the right touch of texture to the design.
That wraps up my projects today, but we have more in store for you!
Now that you’ve gotten to meet all of today’s new products and see them in action, you can “greet” them for a chance to win a prize! We’ll be giving away TWO $50 gift cards for today’s blog hop.
Read on for details…
- Comment here on the blog for one entry (one comment per person).
- Comment on our Inspiration Team Members’ blogs for more entries (linked below – one comment per person, per blog)
- Comments close Thursday, September 9 at 11:59pm EDT
- Winners will be posted at 7am EDT on Friday, September 10, here on the blog
The inspiration team has been busy creating with these new stamps and dies! Hop along to see what they’ve been up to (click HERE if viewing via email)
292 comments
Just love this new collection – what a fabulous selection of stamps and dies. Can’t wait to see what samples the DT have for us!
Every month you make me want it all!
All these beautiful fall elements are so gorgeous together. Loving that there is some foiling included also. Great job Betsy, see you tomorrow!
It was lovely to spend time reading and watching the new fall product information and videos. Thank you Betsy for a creative and inspiring view.
I am in awe with every new release! These are beautiful! Fall is my favorite time of year, I am sending everyone I know a fall card just because I can! LOL
I love seeing your new things, Betsy! My favorite so far is the Botanicuts Wheat. I like the Ginko Leaves but, I already have some of those from another company (you may be able to guess which one). I am going to use your beautiful examples and get my set back out!
The Greetery product are always in my top 5, and this new release doesn’t disappoint! Gorgeous elements!
gorgeous – these products are so elegant and so perfect for fall – LOVE!!!
Love the Bible verse – it’s perfect!
Looooove this new collection so much! Just so captures Autumn!!!
Beautiful cards. Love the tips and hints too.
Stunning collection – the wheat takes my breath away!
Well, you’ve done it again! Love everything!!!
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Seriously, Betsy another amazing release. I am so glad that I was commenting on a gorgeous submission card for one of the design team’s that I am on and went hunting for the stamp the creator had used. Can’t wait to see the rest of the release tomorrow
Wow! This is the most beautiful fall collection ever. Thanks for sharing with us.
I could not be more happy with this gorgeous release! How much fun awaits!
This is a beautiful release! So detailed. Very elegant!
Such beautiful fall color combinations! I love fall. So many colors to choose from when making my cards.
Wow!!! What a wonderful release! So beautiful, I can’t wait until it drops in the store.
What a beautiful collection! Love the uniqueness especially of the pampas grass and the wheat dies. Gorgeous!
I’m so impressed with this sentiment and these unique dies. Well done!
Looks like I might as well just sign my Social Security check over to you. What a fabulous release!
I am revamping my cardmaking life and I’m loving these new discoveries! Thank you!
Betsy NEVER disappoints! Gorgeous release! Cannot wait!
Betsy, it’s pretty obvious from your latest release that you have a deep passion for fall. Lovely.
Such a beautiful fall collection. Your creativity is is amazing and provides papercrafters with amazing products.
Fall is my favorite season. Love the ginkgo leaves.
Wow. What a great collection so far. Cannot wait to see more tomorrow
So excited about the 2 new Botanicuts sets!
Another amazing release! Love the fall theme
I love love love the Botanicuts Ginkgo leaves. But wait the Botanicuts Wheat…but wait…Sigh. TDB.
I have to go with Hubby on Friday morning. He’s getting a root canal. I’m tempted to send him by himself. But that would be wrong, right?
All of these evoke such a warm feeling of Autumn-can’t wait to try them!
This is my favorite part of the month – The Greetery release! It’s a stunner as always!! Love the wheat.
I just love the “Grace upon grace” sentiment! So much to be thankful for indeed. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win. 😀
You guys make lovely stamps and die sets! So different than other companies. Thanks! Wish I could have them all!
I know I say it about every release, but I love this one too! Your releases are always so unique, I don’t know why other companies haven’t caught on. But we’ll keep that a secret!
Beautiful! “Grace upon Grace” will be first into my cart.
Absolutely love the Ginkgo Dies! They are a must-have!
That wheat set is going to sell out instantly!
This new fall collection is my favorite… the warmth of the colors and beauty of nature
I can’t pick a favorite. Love all the leaves.
Beautiful fall leaves. Especially like the gingko leaves in the yummy fall colors.
Beautiful first day!!
I’m already in love with this collection! Very excited for tomorrow’s peek.
I am loving all the leafy goodness! And the wheat stalks….yes please!
I had very few dies until you started The Greetery, Ms Betsy! The botanicuts are so pretty and fun too. The leaves and wheat stems are beautiful!
As usual, your talent never ceases to amaze me and you are a joy to listen to. Love all your products and videos! Thank you
I cannot wait for Friday! I absolutely love this release!!!
The fall colored ginkgo leaves are gorgeous!
Oh, Betsy! The BotaniCuts Wheat is so serene and peaceful. Today’s videos were very helpful!💗