Wednesday, June 1

Gina K. Designs May Inspiration Blog Hop Day 3: Elegant Elements and By The Sea

Hello! Welcome to Gina K. Designs May Inspiration Blog Hop Day 3, today we are showcasing Elegant Elements, this is the new Free with 3 and By The Sea illustrated by Theresa Momber.

Elegant Elements Set: This set you will get for free if you purchase 3 sets. The images in this set are fantastic.

Directions:
  • Make card base from Ocean Mist CS.
  • Cut a piece of PP (Springtime by Echo Park Paper), ink all edges and mat it with a piece of White CS. Add stitches and adhere it to card.
  • Stamp images on White CS in Vintage Photo Distress Ink, die-cut images with Circle Nestabilities.
  • Die-cut Eyelet Circles shapes in White CS, mat previous pieces with foam tape.
  • Adhere images to card. Add pearls.
  • Stamp sentiment in Vintage Photo Distress Ink.

Card Recipe:
  • Cardstock: Ocean Mist, White (GKD)
  • Paper: Springtime (Echo Park Paper)
  • Stamps: Elegant Elements, sentiment from Vintage Chic StampTV Kit (GKD)
  • Ink: Vintage Photo Distress (Ranger)
  • Embellishments: Pearls (GKD)
  • Accessories: Circle Nestabilities, Eyelet Circle Nestabilities (Spellbinders), foam tape, Scor-tape, Sewing machine.
By the sea: This set is perfect for masculine cards :) I made a Father's Day card with this set. I am using the sketch from CPS.

Directions:
  • Make card base from Kraft CS.
  • Emboss 2 pieces of Ocean Mist CS with Seeing Spots embossing folder. Ink all edges.
  • Mat the biggest piece of Ocean Mist with Ivory CS, and add stitches.
  • Mat smallest piece of Ocean Mist CS with Kraft CS, add stitches as well. Stamp sentiment .
  • Put together pieces and tie on jute twine. Adhere it to card.
  • Stamp image on Ivory CS in Vintage Photo Distress Ink. Die-cut, emboss and stencil piece with Rectangle Nestabilities. Add silver brads and adhere it to card with foam tape.

Card Recipe:
  • Cardstock: Kraft, Ivory, Ocean Mist (GKD)
  • Stamps: By The Sea (GKD)
  • Ink: Vintage Photo Distress (Ranger)
  • Embellishments: Jute twine (GKD), Silver brads (JoAnn's)
  • Accessories: Seeing Spots embossing folder, Rectangle Nestabilities, Scor-tape, Foam tape, Sewing machine. 
All the products in bold can be found at Gina K. Designs Store.

Ready for more inspiration? Check out the DT blogs listed below, don't forget to leave a comment for your chance to win too!!


  • Gina K

  • Melanie Muenchinger

  • Michelle Woerner

  • Sharon Harnist

  • Suzanne Dean

  • Theresa Momber

  • Tina Gilliland

  • Vicki Dutcher

  • AJ Otto

  • Carolina Buchting

  • Cathy Tidwell

  • Colleen Schaan

  • Donna Baker

  • Giovana Smith

  • Janice Whiting

  • Jennie Harper

  • Jimmi Mayo

  • Lee Murphy


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    60 comments:

    1. JennieJune 1, 2011 at 6:12 AM

      Such an elegant design on the Elements card and great embossing on your By the Sea card!

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    2. --MarcyJune 1, 2011 at 7:05 AM

      You sure know how to inspire! Great examples - the sewing is so perfect!

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    3. Melody (lacyquilter)June 1, 2011 at 7:08 AM

      These are fabulous.

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    4. Teri CJune 1, 2011 at 7:12 AM

      I'm loving the By the Sea set! Lots of great images!

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    5. TinaJune 1, 2011 at 7:17 AM

      FABULOUS colors on both!!! Your stitching is lovely!

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    6. Cat TidwellJune 1, 2011 at 7:24 AM

      perfect distressing on the edges! And just love your design on the first one, awesome with the circles like that! the ones with the holes...forget what they are called, haha!

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    7. crotnemJune 1, 2011 at 7:25 AM

      Amazing cards girl!

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    8. BeckyJune 1, 2011 at 7:38 AM

      What elegant cards. Gorgeous color combo.

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    9. irishgalkellyJune 1, 2011 at 7:54 AM

      These are both so pretty! Love the color choices, so tranquel and calming. You highlight the stamp sets so beautifully!

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    10. JillJune 1, 2011 at 7:59 AM

      As always wonderful cards love those colors together.

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    11. Vicki DutcherJune 1, 2011 at 8:05 AM

      Your cards just take my breath away! Beautiful job on both!!

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    12. JaneenJune 1, 2011 at 8:32 AM

      tooooo pretty in those gorgeous colors. thx

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    13. ValerieJune 1, 2011 at 8:48 AM

      Both cards are very will done but \I really like how the second one turned out. Great inspiration!

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    14. MarshaJune 1, 2011 at 9:11 AM

      These are so absolutely beautiful!!!!
      Love what you do.

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    15. Karen (TLgirl353)June 1, 2011 at 9:17 AM

      Your sewing is always so perfect- I haven't had much luck. Not sure if user error or my machine-LOL. Your cards so breathtaking!

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    16. Sue BridgesJune 1, 2011 at 9:23 AM

      Love the cards!

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    17. RietteJune 1, 2011 at 9:31 AM

      As always I just love the simplicity and elegance of your cards! and I might just have to start practising with my sewing machine (which I don't really know how to use on fabric anyway)

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    18. ScrapacatJune 1, 2011 at 9:46 AM

      Beautiful work! I love how clean the elements card is, and I adore that pelican. The layers are perfect and partial embossing of the top panel is so smart! ♥ky

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    19. SandyJune 1, 2011 at 10:26 AM

      Fabulous cards.

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    20. UnknownJune 1, 2011 at 10:31 AM

      Great cards Giovana. I love the color combination you use, it was the perfect back drop for the stamps.

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    21. UnknownJune 1, 2011 at 10:33 AM

      WOW, Giovana! Typically I would gravitate to the beach themed cards, but both of your cards are just plain GORGEOUS!!! I LOVE them both equally! They are FABULOUS!!!!!

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    22. Debbie RogersJune 1, 2011 at 10:39 AM

      Giovana you are such a "Card Queen"...both are absolutely stunning!

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    23. Luv 2 CreateJune 1, 2011 at 10:39 AM

      Love all the dimension and color as well as design on these cards. Both are beautiful.
      Marcie

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    24. SouthernMrsJune 1, 2011 at 10:53 AM

      Love that seagull card. Thanks for the inspiration!
      SouthernMrs
      at verizon
      dot net

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    25. RavengirlJune 1, 2011 at 10:57 AM

      Your cards look wonderful! Your attention to detail is evident!

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    26. JoniJune 1, 2011 at 11:08 AM

      Both cards are simply sensational. I love watching pelicans rooosting on the piers.

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    27. Debbie BradfordJune 1, 2011 at 11:23 AM

      Both cards are incredible! You really add "elegant" to the elegant designs and your embossing on the "by the sea card" is fabulous. Love the layers.

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    28. Auntie EmJune 1, 2011 at 12:30 PM

      great cards! I like the embossed background under the pelican and the medallions look great popped up.
      Thanks for sharing! :)

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    29. UnknownJune 1, 2011 at 12:49 PM

      As usual, you have outdone yourself, just awesome, ELEGANT, you always make all these sets looks so elegant. Your stitching is so smooth looking, and the colors you use are always awesome.
      GREAT WORK!!

      Thanks
      Donna Przy.....

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    30. Jenny McGeeJune 1, 2011 at 1:35 PM

      Love the colors you used in both cards. So nice.

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    31. Lillian ChildJune 1, 2011 at 1:47 PM

      Your cards are just spectacular! Great job!

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    32. Christine MacneilJune 1, 2011 at 1:52 PM

      Great cards, Giovanna. The Elegant Elements card is striking!

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    33. Sue DJune 1, 2011 at 3:25 PM

      Nice color combo on both cards!

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    34. strac1June 1, 2011 at 3:50 PM

      i really like the colors of the elegant elements card. by the way i love stopping by your site with the music -- nice touch but i never mentioned it before.

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    35. MiesjeJune 1, 2011 at 4:27 PM

      These are both wonderful cards! Hmm - think I will have to order another set! Love your stitching!

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    36. PattybJune 1, 2011 at 4:32 PM

      Gorgeous cards. Love the colors!
      Thanks for sharing.

      Blessings, Pat

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    37. Nana GriffinJune 1, 2011 at 4:41 PM

      Beautiful ideas! Love the dies used for behind the circles.

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    38. SusanJune 1, 2011 at 4:57 PM

      Your choice of brown and turquoise for both cards is beautiful. I love the repeated elements of the first card. The second card works so well with the embossed background.

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    39. Crafty Math ChickJune 1, 2011 at 5:13 PM

      I love your color palette on these cards Giovana. Something about the combination of your sponging and stitching always looks so stunning together. Thanks for reminding us that Theresa's images are so lovely that they looks terrific on their own in outline form (for me the temptation to color things in is too strong, LOL, but your crane looks FABULOUS!)

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    40. cardscookiecarrotcakeJune 1, 2011 at 5:27 PM

      Beautifully elegant cards. I aim to learn how to make cards with such elegance. The sewing and the distressing makes the paper look like leather. Love it. Thanks for the inspiration!

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    41. LageneJune 1, 2011 at 5:41 PM

      Beautiful!!! The distressing works so well on that color!

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    42. Barb GhigJune 1, 2011 at 6:03 PM

      As always, your cards are absolutley GORGEOUS!!! Thanks so much for the inspiration and for a chance to win some goodies!!!

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    43. Barbara HaleJune 1, 2011 at 6:22 PM

      Both of your cards are just gorgeous. I am going to have to stay off the computer for awhile so I can try to case some of your lovely designs. TFS

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    44. AJJune 1, 2011 at 6:42 PM

      great cards Giovana! :)

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    45. KaryJune 1, 2011 at 7:00 PM

      Hi Giovana! Beautiful cards!! I love the colour combo of both cards and they are gorgeous!

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    46. GayleJune 1, 2011 at 7:23 PM

      The elegant elements card is fantastic. Beautiful cards.

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    47. Gee S.June 1, 2011 at 8:21 PM

      Your Father's Day card is really great. That set does lend itself to making great masculine cards.

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    48. JessicaKJune 1, 2011 at 8:26 PM

      Loving the brown and turquoise combo on these and the classic forms you've used. Awesome!

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    49. Betty NevilleJune 1, 2011 at 8:57 PM

      These are beautiful Giovana! Lovely layouts and color combo!

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    50. GoldaJune 1, 2011 at 9:05 PM

      What great cards! I really enjoyed getting the chance to see them.

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    51. BrendaJune 1, 2011 at 10:03 PM

      Beautiful cards Giovana!!

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    52. Lee June 1, 2011 at 10:49 PM

      So pretty and delicate in the soft colors and with the stitching!

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    53. NeeseyJune 1, 2011 at 10:56 PM

      Your cards are just so beautiful. Very inspirational indeed. TFS

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    54. Kris in AlaskaJune 2, 2011 at 12:20 AM

      Awesome cards! TFS!

      Kris in Alaska
      funamom at yahoo dot com

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    55. CarolinaJune 2, 2011 at 12:24 AM

      Just stunning - love the color schemes you used and the layouts are just perfect to show off the images of these wonderful sets.

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    56. LindaSJune 2, 2011 at 12:57 AM

      OMG what a wonderful combination of colors and stamps. Love the sticking especially.

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    57. Isabel ZJune 2, 2011 at 3:43 AM

      Absolutely divine what you created!

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    58. thekolbesJune 2, 2011 at 6:31 AM

      Gorgeous. I LOVE your colors
      Trish
      krazykcrafters at msn dot com

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    59. ClareJune 2, 2011 at 8:44 AM

      Very nice and simple cards! Love the colors together!

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    60. UnknownJune 2, 2011 at 11:52 AM

      Great embossing and masculine cards!

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