Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Verve Spotlights - Day 2, Bloom and Grow, Elegant Leaves die, and Floral Circles die

**This is my 2nd post for today! Please scroll down or click HERE to see my MFT Sketch #15 sample! Thanks:)**

Welcome to day 2 of the Verve Stamps Spotlights! We're counting down to release day by sharing sneak peeks of the AMAZING sets being released on Friday!

You are going to simply ADORE the images and dies being shown today. Seriously my favorite. release. ever. 


For my card here, I used images from the new set "Bloom and Grow" and the new Floral Circles dies! I kind of wanted to create a topiary scene with the flower images and matching dies, so this definitely had to be a long and skinny card. I cut the shapes out with the dies first and then stamped the blooms in Versamark ink and heat embossed with clear detail embossing powder and topped the blooms off with some buttons and twine! I stamped some smaller flowers and one of the leaves from the set in a light pink and turquoise ink. The flowers are stacked in the basket from "Chicks Rule" and I added some felt grass (using MFT's Fresh Cut Grass die). This is a really simple card, but I think it's just right:)

I have one more card to share using the same set and floral circles dies, PLUS the new FANTASTIC Elegant Leaves die!


Again, a pretty simple card, but it really gets an added boost with those new dies, doncha think? The Elegant Leaves die will be on every card on my blog, from here on out. Fair warning, lol! Isn't it GORGEOUS? Paired with the matching leaves stamp in the Bloom and Grow set, it's the perfect combination:) I also used the super adorable Sweet Scallop Tag die. Steel dies are seriously the best thing since stamps:) The "Happy Mother's Day" and "Grandma" stamps are from another set we're spotlighting tomorrow, so be sure to check back for more on that fun set!

Thanks so much for stopping by today! Here's your blog hop list for the day, happy hopping:)

1. Amber8. Julee
2. Amy9. Laurie
3. Andrea10. Maureen
4. Charmaine11. Teresa
5. Cresta12. Tosh
6. Jackie13. Sankari
7. Janelle14. Melissa
TODAY'S PRIZE:
Bloom & Grow, Elegant Leaves Die and Floral Circles Die Set


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80 comments:

  1. scrappingnanaApril 13, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Both of these are so pretty. I love the new flower stamps and dies. TFS

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  2. LinApril 13, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Really yummy cards! I love your topiary on the first card and your'e so right, those leaves will get used every time!

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  3. TanyaApril 13, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    Gorgeous Amber! I am in love with the leaves!!

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  4. LuanneApril 13, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Love them both! I really like the color combinations you've used today, and like how you stacked those flowers. Can't wait to see these....

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  5. Lori TurnerApril 13, 2011 at 7:01 AM

    Wow, Amber! These are gorgeous! I love how you made the topiary out of flowers :)

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  6. RonaApril 13, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    These cards are both gorgeous - I am flower crazy (can't ever get to many!!) I will have to check back tomorrow to see more from that set - looks like a must have too!!

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  7. bethannApril 13, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    cute as can be. love this stamp set

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  8. LeanneApril 13, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    You've out did yourself this morning, what a lovely card or cards, I can't decide on which one I like both, they are wonderful.

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  9. Nancy BApril 13, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Very pretty! Love the topiary card!

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  10. NicoleApril 13, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Great cards, Amber! Love the topiary. Can't wait for the two new dies!!!

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  11. Wanda CullenApril 13, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    OMGoodness, Amber, both cards are simply gorgeous!! Love the idea of creating a topiary and those leaves are to "die" for! :-)

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  12. DenisseApril 13, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    OH BOY! HTOSE FLOWERS AND FLOWER DIES ARE SO CUTE! I CAN'T WAIT !!! WHAT A GORGEOUS CARD!

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  13. Tracy JApril 13, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    This looks like a must-have for me. I can't get enough of flowers, leaves, and matching dies!

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  14. Melisa HunterApril 13, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    Such a pretty topiary! What a cool idea!

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  15. suzieq23April 13, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Your card with the new Verve is just so creative. I love the new dies and stamps, as always, i must add. thanks for sharing

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  16. MarshaApril 13, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Love those blooms and leaves. Very pretty.

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  17. MarisaApril 13, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Absolutely LOVE the second card, Amber! Great colours and use of the tag. Cute flower topiary stack on the first card.

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  18. Rachel BApril 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Oh wow! That tree is so cool with the blossoms and the die makes it so easy to make! Fabulous!

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  19. Amy ShefferApril 13, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Both of these are gorgeous, Amber! I'm especially loving that topiary! Brilliant!!

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  20. marilynwillauerApril 13, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Lovely cards! Just love the font on Verve stamps.

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  21. Lorus!April 13, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    I love the topiary idea and the lovely cards!

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  22. Joanne GilchApril 13, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Amber, both of these cards are gorgeous! Piling the floral Circles on top of one another to make a topiary...very smart. Luvin the Leaves die and the stamp...can't wait to see more Verve goodness.

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  23. My Creative TherapyApril 13, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    Love the non traditional size card.,..and very unique idea with the topiary!

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  24. Vickie ZApril 13, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Love them both!! Topiary is wonderful and love the colors and flowers/leave combo on the second!!

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  25. TinaApril 13, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Both cards are very pretty. The first one with the topiary is such a creative idea! Great job!

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  26. DonnaApril 13, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Wow. Your cards are amazing! I'm sold on the set!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  27. Lillian ChildApril 13, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    So delightful, Amber!

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  28. Amy KollingApril 13, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Very pretty....the second card colors are just gorgeous!

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  29. Colorado CrafterApril 13, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Great cards! These new Verve dies look wonderful.

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  30. ChristineApril 13, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Love your topiary card!!

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  31. Julee (Vervegirl)April 13, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Eeeks! Your topiary is just brilliant! Fabulously scrumptious cards, Amber!

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  32. Tosha LeyendekkerApril 13, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    How super clever is your topiary Amber!! And I love the hint of turquoise with the rounded top!! And your second card is so charming with the craft, tag and sweet flowers!! Two fabulous creations!!

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  33. ingaApril 13, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Love all your cards.They are amazing....

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  34. HeatherApril 13, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Two great cards! As soon as I saw the first one I thought, "what a cool topiary" so you hit that one right on. : ) And the second card is simple but elegant. I'm so glad Verve has added matching dies to their list of products.

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  35. DarlaApril 13, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Beautiful cards, especially the 2nd one, I LOVE it!! Those new dies are FAB!

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  36. ChristinaApril 13, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Your cards are so pretty, especially the yellow, brown and kraft one! I am with you on those gorgeous leaves--they could find a home on every card! Can't wait to see more!

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  37. Lea L.April 13, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    This is gorgeous!! LOVE how you created the topiary on that first card....it looks fab!

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  38. MarylevaApril 13, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Love both your cards. Very creative.

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  39. FrancesApril 13, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Gorgeous! love both, that topiary idea is beautiful! hugs, Frances

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  40. Joan VApril 13, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Oh, this is so cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  41. Jen CuthbertsonApril 13, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    That topiary is so great, Amber!! I also love how nicely the sentiments fit in the tag! I love my tag die!!

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  42. MaryApril 13, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Love the looks of this set and dies! That topiary card is really cute!

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  43. AnonymousApril 13, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Both of your cards are so pretty!!! I love the way you used the dies and stamps to make the topiary on the first card. The Elegant Leaves die is a "must have".

    I completely agree with your comment, "Steel dies are seriously the best thing since stamps". My fingers will be forever grateful to the creative minds that came up with them!

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  44. UnknownApril 13, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Lovin' the new flower stamps and dies

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  45. Karol LApril 13, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Love both your cards. And the dies are fabulous.

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  46. JennipherApril 13, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    both cards are fabulous Amber!

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  47. KarlaApril 13, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Love both of your cards! So cute. Thanks for your inspiration.

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  48. jan farnworthApril 13, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    really cute

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  49. AnonymousApril 13, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Both cards are yummy! Love the ideas, and the dies - gotta have em! Jenn M

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  50. Teresa KlineApril 13, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    wow, so creative Amber, luv both cards!

    enjoy *~*

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  51. UnknownApril 13, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Both cards are beautiful! I really like the topiary on the first one!

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  52. AnonymousApril 13, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Your topiary card is beautiful and I love the Kraft and yellow on the Mother's day card. thanks for sharing :)

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  53. JessicaApril 13, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    These are fabulous! love that topiary!

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  54. PamApril 13, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    These are both so pretty! Really love the new flower stamps.

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  55. pmmApril 13, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    Love both of your cards! I need to do more of the long skinny ones- love your creative use of the new flowers to make topiary!

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  56. Janet's JoyApril 13, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    So pretty! I especially love the Kraft!

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  57. joyApril 13, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Love both cards - the flowers are so striking! I love the topiary with the beautiful colors. I know you must have enjoyed using this set!

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  58. kksbApril 13, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Your cards are gorgeous!

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  59. Julia MApril 13, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Beautiful cards Amber....the elegant leaves die is a must have that will compliment all the wonderful Verve floral stamps.

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  60. TarinaApril 13, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Amber - so darn clever with your usage of this stamp set - love them both!

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  61. UnknownApril 14, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    Your cards are very beautiful!
    TFS!!!
    Rachelle

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  62. Lisa LynnApril 14, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Your cards are adorable. I especially love the layer of flowers in the first card, and the colors of the second.

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  63. craftymom205April 14, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Love your cards.

    craftymom205 at yahoo dot com

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  64. Jess WillisonApril 14, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    WOW! These are gorgeous!

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  65. Dawn EastonApril 14, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    Gorgeous samples girl!!! Love the look of those new dies!!! Wow!

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  66. Kelly BoothApril 14, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    So Pretty amber...Love these creations!!

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  67. Crafty Math ChickApril 14, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Love the topiary you created with the green blooams Amber, and your color combo in your 2nd card as well.

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  68. RavengirlApril 14, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    This is fabulous work! I love the topiary look on your first card and the sweet scallop tag on your second! New Verve dies...so exciting!

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  69. Jan GarberApril 14, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Sweet idea to think of Grandma on Mother's Day! The new stamps are wonderful!

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  70. Rochelle SodipoApril 14, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    BEAUTIFUL! I especially like the dies!

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  71. MelissaApril 14, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    Awww, Amber - I totally LOVE your topiary! What a great idea (I may have to steal it...:) I see you've been using your dies as much as I have - they are amazing!! TFS!

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  72. Sue DApril 14, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Very pretty cards--I really like the topiary.

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  73. scrapsnsuch@gmail.comApril 14, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    These are wonderful cards! What creativity with the topiary.

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  74. CherApril 15, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    BOTH are great...wow..u rock

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  75. Jen CarterApril 15, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Very pretty cards!

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  76. KanataNewfApril 15, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Love that colour combination with the kraft base.

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  77. Sheila M JonesApril 15, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    These are just lovely!

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  78. Lisa M. (aka. Lisa @ Farm Fresh)April 15, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Lovely, Amber! Just lovely! I am diggin' this set!

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  79. Lisa H.April 16, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    beautiful, Amber! love the craft and yellow.

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  80. Charmaine (CharmWarm)April 19, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Such sweet, happy cards! I love how you stacked the flowers on the first to form the topiary! So cool!

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