MHKDesigns: Sea Creatures

Hello, friends!  Welcome to the April 2017 Release for the MHKDesigns Etsy Shop!  I have 5 fabulous *NEW* sets to share this month--and they cover a variety of occasions!  I just know you will LOVE all the creations that my team and I have to share, as well!  Today's set is called...

Sea Creatures

And here is my card trio~

Just like yesterday's set, I utilized Photoshop to create these bubbly and summery card panels. I decided to use the same layout but change the colors. This time, I started with a mixed color palette, but using the settings in Photoshop I created three unique color combos. Keeping the main elements white helps them stand out, but not change color. :)

I added some embossing paste through a stencil to create some bubbles. To go along with the circular bubble theme, I added some stamping using bubble wrap and rhinestones. Some enamel "splatter" stickers add a wet texture to this awesome card set. So, what are your thoughts? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! :)

And now, let's talk about how to get this new set OR the entire release for FREE!  Here's what you'll need to do...

1. Comment here on the MHKDesigns blog.
2. Comment on each DT member's blog.
3. Join our MHKDesigners and Friends Facebook group and comment there.

I'll be choosing comments randomly from all these places after the release is over, and the authors of those comments will be our winners!  So, the best way to win is to comment every day!  We LOVE the feedback you give us! :)  Here's the list of blogs for you to visit today...

Asha | Asmah | Dawn | Judy | Jessica | Julie 

Monica | Mynn | Rocky | Shawna | Tasha

Thanks for stopping by today, friends!  We will be back tomorrow with another *NEW* set to share from the MHKDesigns Etsy shop!  Don't forget to get all your commenting in for your chance to WIN, and please do join our monthly challenge, as well!  Until tomorrow, HUGS and happy stamping! :)

MHKDesigns April 2017 Release + Coordinating Papers:

And Many More Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns	Birdcage Silhouettes Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns	Dear Dad Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns	Funky Flowers Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns	Sea Creatures Digital Stamp Set | MHKDesigns
Party Hardy Digital Papers | MHKDesigns	Fully Feathered Digital Paper | MHKDesigns	Very Distressing Papers | MHKDesigns	Damsel in Distress Papers | MHKDesigns	Serene Seaside Papers | MHKDesigns

Paper Sweeties December 2015 Release!

Hello, all!  I am super excited to be back today to share my creations for the Paper Sweeties December 2015 release!  I get to share all FOUR of my creations with you today, so let's get started! 

My first cards uses the *NEW* Merry and Bright stamp set and its coordinating Merry and Bright Sweet Cuts dies!  I stamped the tree onto pattered paper, then added some die cut garland and enamel shapes as ornaments.  I layered the die cut star with an enamel star to add more shine and tie in all the enamel going on here. ;)  The sentiment was stamped onto vellum, then die cut using the Be Happy Sweet Cuts dies.  A doily was used as a "snow bank".  Some patterned paper and ribbon finished this card off!

Next up, another card using the Merry and Bright stamps and Merry and Bright Sweet Cuts dies.  This time, I stamped the tree, watercolored it, added a shadow.  I stamped the garland and ornaments, colored the ornaments in, then added a die cut star and glitter for detail.  Some ribbon up top helps to make the card look more finished.

I then turned to the *NEW* Sugar and Spice stamps and Sugar and Spice Sweet Cuts dies.  I make a fun ginger-girl using the dies, added some Marshmallow sequins for a necklace and as added sparkle other places, and some googly eyes.  SO FUN!  I kept the colors girly and fun.  The little candy cane is also from the Paper Sweeties store.  This could be used for a holiday card OR for any occasion where a little girl is celebrated!

Finally, I chose to shy away from the upcoming holiday (kind of) and make another card using the Merry and Bright stamps and Merry and Bright Sweet Cuts dies.  This one was SUPER fun--I stamped the star image directly onto the card base in silver ink, then heat embossed them with some clear glittery powder.  I added some ribbon, a strip for the sentiment, and a punched and die cut embellie.  I was thinking this would be a fun birthday card, graduation card, OR if I added some red, how perfect for the 4th of July would this be?!  I LOVE the versatility of these new sets! :)

Thanks so much for stopping by today, friends!  I hope you hop over to the Paper Sweeties store and grab these goodies!  For more inspiration, make sure to check out what the other DT gals have made this month!

Here's your list~

Angel Johns

Debbie Marcinkiewicz – Paper Sweeties
Jeri Thomas 
Jill Norwood 

Kathy Schweinfurth

Larissa Heskett
Mackie Robertson

Maria Patrick

Michelle Bala
Michele Henderson 
Mynnette Kitchen

Nancy Penir

And Here's What's New!

Merry and Bright
Merry and Bright Sweet Cuts
Sugar and Spice
Sugar and Spice Sweet Cuts

That's all for me today!  I'll be back in the New Year with more Paper Sweeties goodness for you!  Until then, HUGS and MERRY crafting, friends! :)

Project supplies:

Be Happy Sweet Cuts Dies - Paper Sweeties	Paper Sweeties - Marshmallow Sequins	Pink & White Chenille Candy Canes - Paper Sweeties	Merry and Bright - Paper Sweeties	Merry and Bright Sweet Cuts - Paper Sweeties
Sugar and Spice Sweet Cuts - Paper Sweeties	Sugar and Spice - Paper Sweeties