

WELCOME to DAY 1 (yes, there’s another one tomorrow!) of the Sugar and Spice Release Blog Hop. You should’ve arrived from the awesome Rachel Alvarado but if you want to go to the start the full list can be found at the bottom of the post!
I’m SOOOO excited to be joining in with the celebrations over at Simon Says Stamp for the amazing Sugar and Spice Release! There are so many gorgeous, festive products available and my order is already in – didn’t want to miss out!
I made 4 cards to share for some inspiration on how you can create with some of the goodies available – 3 of them are holiday cards (my favourite season to craft!). I’ll be adding these to the #SSSSugarAndSpice Gallery HERE – why not add yours too and share your creativity to inspire!
The first two cards feature one of the new embossing folders Brilliant Ornaments which also has a co-ordinating die! Simon’s folders are so fun to work with – I absolutley love them. Both sides are equally stunning and give totally different looks. I also used the new Plaque Slides Stamps and Dies and the Charming Berry Branch (such a versatile die). I created layers using the A2 Rectangle Dies and the Scalloped Rectangle dies.


My next card is more traditional in it’s colour scheme but uses the same Charming Berry Branch and Plaque Slides for a totally different look.

My last card is a pretty in pink extravaganza featuring the beautiful Graceful Swans Stamp Set. I Also used the Pretty Bows dies and the A2 Arches Dies.

Don’t forget, a winning comment will be chosen from each stop on the hop and will win a $25 gift card for the Simon Says Stamp Store so make sure you drop some love for a chance to be in the draw!
I hope you found something to inspire you and happy hopping!!
HOP ORDER:
Caryn Davies (hi!)
Gorgeous card, thanks for the inspiration!
such sweet cards – LOVE the non traditional colors you have used
Wow your cards are gorgeous!
Love all your creations, even the swan
Wonderful variety of creations.
Love all your colors!
Your cards are beautiful, Caryn! I love the swan birthday!
Love the cards and colors you chose. Beautiful!
These are stunning! I LOVE the soft colors and the textures!
Wonderful cards that really stand out.
Wow! Holiday magic is right, Caryn. Love all your cards!
These cards are lovely. I particular love the pink and mint colours together, so magical!
Love the ornament embossing folder!
All your cards are beautiful but I really like the retro-y colors you used in the ornament cards
Love the colors you chose
For the ornament embossed card!!
These cards are stunning. Love the ornament embossing folder.
Love the brilliant ornament cards, love the colors.