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TGIF – Rainbow Arches with Dana

by Betsy January 27, 2023

written by Betsy

Happy Friday! Dana is here with a bright and sunshine-y project that’s sure to brighten your day, even if it’s snowy and dreary in your neck of the woods (like it is here)!

Hi friends! It’s Dana here today and I am excited to be back for a TGIF post! I am sharing a set of cards that were so fun to create and left me dreaming about rainbows and sunshine… definitely something I am looking forward to during these long winter months.

I started my card by creating my card panels with the A2 Arches die set. I taped the arches together (if you haven’t cut your dies apart you can skip this step) and then ran the dies through my die cutting machine seven times to create a variety of colorful frames.

Next, I used the Arched Sentiments set to stamp my sentiments. I stamped the coordinating phrase onto the third smallest frame. Then I stamped and die cut the main sentiment on white cardstock with black ink. Once I was finished, I attached my frames and sentiments to an A2 card base.

To finish my cards, I created a variety of florals with the BotaniCuts Forget-Me-Nots die set. I then attached two or three florals to my card panels for a little added detail.

January 27, 2023 17 comments

TGIF – Christmas Eve with Dana

by Betsy December 2, 2022

written by Betsy

Hi friends! I am so excited to be back on The Greetery’s Blog for TGIF! I always love crafting this time of year, but I always feel like I run out of time… so I pulled out a few “older” sets that I have been wanting to use and decided to create a card to share with you all today.

I started my card by using the Christmas Eve set along with the Fir & Foliage No 2 set to stamp and die cut the images I used to create my scene. Next, I used the A2 Arches dies to create my panel and frame. I ink blended the panel with a light blue ink and added a few white splatters to resemble snow. Next, I added a few white snowbanks to the bottom of the arch to create the ground for my images. Once I attached my images to the panel I added a red frame arch to create a border around my scene.

For my sentiment, I used the Opposites Attract Holiday set. This is one of my favorite holiday sentiment sets and one that I reach for often. Lastly, I used the Winter Medley dies to create a few floral sprigs to add to my frame as a final touch.

Thanks for joining me today. I hope you enjoyed my card and I hope I inspired you to pull out a few of your favorite Christmas sets and create a card of your own.

Have a great weekend,

Dana

December 2, 2022 21 comments

All Give & Make Giveaway Winners Release Day TGIF

TGIF – Song of Christmas Release Day + Give & Make + Cooking Up Christmas with Dana

by Betsy October 7, 2022

written by Betsy

Happy Friday and happy release day! It’s been a super fun week, getting to show you everything we’ve been working on for the last several months! It’s always an amazing feeling going from concepts to real products and getting to share them all with you. Thank you!! ❤️

And oh my, we have a busy day here on the blog again today! Be sure to read on for a Give & Make announcement PLUS a fun TGIF project from Dana.

But first of all, we have winners to announce! If you see a screenshot of your comment below, please send us an email at customerservice@thegreetery.com so we can get your gift card codes out asap!

Day 1 Winners

Day 1 winner #1 is Carmela from Dana’s blog

Day 1 winner #2 is Rose Reynolds from Melissa’s blog…

Day 2 Winners

Day 2 winner #1 is Karen M from Laurie’s blog…

Day 2 winner #2 is Dawn Y from Dana’s blog…

Day 3 Winners

Day 3 winner #1 is Lisa Petrella from here on The Greetery blog…

Day 3 winner #2 is CR Zuehlke from Kelly’s blog…

Next, we have a special Give & Make announcement. In the past, we have always always chosen a product (or a few) from our holiday release to give a portion back. Typically it has been through packing shoeboxes for the Operation Christmas Child project. This year we felt led to keep things closer to home. We’ve decided to help our those in Florida who have been impacted by hurricane Ian. For our customers and friends that have lost homes, property, and possibly even loved ones, our hearts go out to you. ❤️

Now through the end of the year, ten percent of the sales of the Peaceful Doves die and Peaceful Doves Details stamp set will be donated to the Samaritan’s Purse Hurricane Ian assistance fund. After the end of 2022, we will continue to donate 10% of all sales of these products, with the funds going towards shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child.

Now let’s turn it over to Dana for a fun TGIF…

Good Morning Friends!! Happy Release Day and TGIF! It’s Dana here today and I am excited to be back to share a Christmas card with you all. I am using one of my favorite sets from the New Release, Cooking Up Christmas!

The Cooking Up Christmas set is designed to create one of the fun illustrated recipes you may have seen before. The set includes three stencils, a stamp set and coordinating dies that work together to make a card panel. Though today, I decided to use the set to create a unique layout of my own.

I started my card by using the Cooking Up Christmas dies and stencils to create my images. Once I blended ink onto the die cuts I used the coordinating Cooking Up Christmas stamp set to add the final details to the die cut images. This step really brings the images to life.

Next, I used the Curio: Divider & Details 2 die to create my card panel. I treated each opening in the grid as its own “mini card” using the Cooking Up Christmas stamp set to add details and tie everything together. I also used the Winter Medley Die to create a little extra greenery to fill in some of my boxes. Lastly, I attached my die cut images with foam adhesive to add some dimension to my panel. There are so many possibilities with this set, I know you will love it!

Thanks for joining me today and I can’t wait to see what you create with these amazing new products!!

Happy Release Day,

Dana

Before we call it a wrap, I’ll share this link to our October Lookbooks! So much great inspiration to browse through over and over again…Enjoy!

October 7, 2022 22 comments

All TGIF

TGIF – Summery Birthday Card Duo with Dana

by Betsy August 12, 2022

written by Betsy

Happy Friday everyone! Dana is here today with some more inspiration for you using some of the products from our latest release. I love the bright, summery colors she used on these birthday cards and her addition of the little bees is just the sweetest!

Hello and Happy Friday! It’s Dana here today and I am so excited to be back on The Greetery’s Blog for TGIF! Today I am sharing two birthday cards that use a few of the sets from the latest release.

For my first card I used the Floral Arches stencil and stamp set. I started my card by using the stencils and creating my design directly on my card panel. Next, I used the coordinating stamp set to add the details to the florals and greenery. The detail is amazing on this set, it brings everything together and creates the most beautiful floral frame.

Next, I used the Floral Arches stamps and dies to stamp the red flowers on my panel. I wanted the flowers to have a little dimension, though this step is definitely optional. For my sentiment, I used the Arched Sentiments set. These sets coordinate perfectly together! Lastly, I used the Honey Jar set to add a few bees to my card.

For my next card I used the Sketched Wildflower set. I stamped my floral bouquet in black ink and used the coordinating stencils to add color to the florals and foliage. So quick and easy, and I love how you have a beautiful bouquet without a lot of work.

During the release I used this set to make a wedding card and the colors were softer and muted. I couldn’t wait to use the set again and create a fun summer themed birthday card. I love how by just changing the colors you can get a completely different look with this set.

Next, I used the Square Dance die to create my card panel. I ran the die through my machine two times, and then offset the panels so you see a little bit of the blue from behind. Using the same blue cardstock I created a frame with the A2 Arches dies. I placed the frame directly onto the panel and then added my bouquet and a few bees with foam adhesive to finish my card.

Thanks for joining me today and I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!

Dana

August 12, 2022 13 comments

All TGIF

TGIF – Garden Goodness Birthday with Dana

by Betsy June 10, 2022

written by Betsy

Happy Friday! I hope your June is off to a great start! Dana is here to take us into the weekend with a bright and summery birthday card!

Hi friends! I am so happy to be joining you here today on The Greetery’s Blog for TGIF! I am sure you have all received your new products from the new Garden Variety Collection. There are so many wonderful new products, perfect for so many occasions. I decided to use the new Print Shop: Garden Goodness set again and create a summertime birthday card with fun bright colors.

I started my card by using the Print Shop: Garden Goodness stencil and stamp set to make my card panel. The stencil set is designed to fill an A2 card panel and the stamps add the perfect amount of detail. Next, I used the Print Shop: Garden Goodness die to die cut all of the individual pieces. The possibilities are endless with this set. You can leave your card panel whole or use the individual pieces to create lots of different floral designs, clusters and accents.

For my card design, I used the Frosted Frame die to create my border around my card panel. Next, I attached all of the individual floral pieces to my card panel, leaving a space for my sentiment. Lastly, I used the All Kinds of Happy stamp and dies for my sentiment. I ink blended the Happy die cut with bright pink ink and attached it to the shadow die cut. I then used the All Kinds of Happy stamp set to stamp the word Birthday onto a banner that was die cut with the PreText Banner die.

That is all for today… Thanks for joining me and I hope you find some time to be creative this weekend.

Enjoy your day,

Dana

June 10, 2022 8 comments

All TGIF

TGIF – Welcome Dana Kirby

by Betsy February 25, 2022

written by Betsy

Happy Friday! After a bit of a break, the team is back and ready to inspire you with our weekly TGIF posts! We’re kicking it off with a fun announcement. We’re excited to have Dana Kirby joining our team! I’ve been a long-time fan of Dana’s work. Many of you are probably already familiar with her beautiful work, but if not, you can hop over to her blog, or follow her on Instagram. You’re sure to feel inspired after checking out her beautiful projects!

Dana’s joining us today with her first post as a member of our Inspiration Team…

Happy TGIF! It’s Dana here today with my first post on The Greetery’s blog as a new member of their inspiration team! I have been a huge fan of The Greetery’s products since the very beginning and I couldn’t be honored to be joining this amazing team!! For today’s card I decided to pull out some of my favorite products and create a Thank You card.

I started my card by stamping my florals with the Bigger Blooms set. Don’t you just love the florals in this set? They’re perfect for so many occasions!

Next, I created my card panel with the Macrame Diamonds Die set. I die cut the openwork diamond detail directly from the panel. Then, I added the detail die (frame) onto the panel once I ink blended it with a soft salmon colored ink. Once I had my florals attached I splattered a little white paint onto my panel for some added detail.

For my sentiment, I used the Opposites Attract Set. I love how this set includes dies for both the main bold sentiment and the coordinating script sentiment too.

Thanks for joining me today and I hope you enjoyed my card.

February 25, 2022 21 comments