AWOW Blog Hop – This or That Country Flowers
This or That? I wonder what you will pick in our challenge today? It’s the Around the World on Wednesday Blog Hop (AWOW for short) and this month we are sharing not just 1 but 2 projects with our This or That April challenge.
It could be different orientations of the same layout, perhaps different colours, alternate Designer Series Papers, different colouring mediums – the possibilities are endless. I’ve chosen the new Country Flowers bundle from the upcoming 2024-2025 Annual Catalogue for my This or That projects and went with varied interior decor styles.
We need YOU to participate today by commenting and letting us know whether you pick This or That!
THIS – SHABBY CHIC
For my first project I went with a shabby chic style with soft pinks and white. I used Watercolour Pencils to colour in my image.
Of course there had to be a doily in there for a beautiful country look. On top of that I added some Cardstock which I had treated with Embossing Paste I coloured with Pretty in Pink. First I applied a layer with a Palette Knife and then I added more paste through a mask. Once it dried I used my finger to dab on a little more ink over the panel. This was then torn to create a rustic look.
THAT – COASTAL
When I saw this particular background I immediately though of the beach. I’ve kept the layout the same as the previous card. Alternating the leaves for the flowers fit the coastal vibe and colours.
Along with the Country Woods Designer Series Paper, I’ve also used the new So Swirly Embossing Folder. Keep an eye out for this Embossing Folder in the new releases. It’s a large 6″ x 8 1/2″ (15.2 x 21.6 cm). I added the surfboard and life buoy from the Beach Day bundle for an extra beachy feel.
I will be recreating this particular card on my FB Live tonight at 7:30 AEST. Replay will also be available on YouTube later on today.
Now, it’s your turn to let me know what your favourite is. I can’t wait to hear your selection. As for me, I don’t know what my favourite is 😂 as I really enjoyed creating them both.
Thank you so much for stopping by my corner of the world in Melbourne. I hope you enjoy all the beautiful inspiration you are going to be treated to today as you travel Around the World with us.
Next on our hop is my friend Cheryll Miller and I know she will have something amazing to share with you.
- Jan Clothier – NZ
- Leonie Stuart – AU
- Rochelle Laird-Smith – AU (you are here)
- Cheryll Miller – AU
- Danielle Kassing – NL
- Aurélie Fabre – FR
- Angie McKenzie – US
- Kelly Taranto – US
- Chris Smith – US
- Tricia Butts – US
- Theresa McEntee – US
- Bree Renwick – US
- Lori Willcox – CA
- Teri West – US
- Cheryl Hamilton – US
GET MORE VALUE
Purchase a Starter Kit for $169 and choose $235 of product shipped free to you.
SHOP WITH ME
Shop in Australia with me Online or by contacting me
Rochelle Ph: 0404 255 001 or email: rochelle@stampingflair.com
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION GIFTS
Every order of $35 or more will qualify for Stampin’ Rewards. Please note that you need to have an Online Account and opt in for the Rewards Program in order to receive these rewards.
Exclusive Rewards for My Valued Customers!
When you place an order of $100 or more each month, you’ll receive a BONUS CARD KIT featuring four beautiful designs from the monthly Card Creations Series. It’s my way of saying thank you for your support and giving you even more creative inspiration to enjoy. So, why not treat yourself to some new crafting goodies and look forward to a fun pack of creative inspiration in your mailbox each month?
AAAAAAAARGH!!!! How on earth can you choose between two such fabulous cards Rochelle???
I really want to choose Coastal because I love that paper and the trendy look to this one …. BUT, the Shabby Chic card just makes me want to wrap my arms around it and hug! That folded ribbon is brilliant and all the texture is just fabulous!!!
Gahh!! Impossible to pick one over the other. Truly, they are both gorgeous in their own right. If I must pick, I’ll have to say Shabby Chic by just a hair. I LOVE your style!!
I’m not sure I can pick a favorite of these two beautiful creations. The colors and textures in both are so awesome! But, as a beach loving kind of girl, I think I have to go with the coastal design. I love the added surf board and life preserver.
Wow! Both stunning projects Rochelle. Your work is always so beautiful x
You cannot make us choose. That is not fair hihi… You did and amazing job! These cards are amazing
LOVE THEM BOTH! But I’ll go with the beachy scene! The colors are gorgeous!
You’ve offered up a tough choice here, Rochelle, since both of them are utterly wonderful. Today, I’m going for shabby chic – although if you ask me tomorrow, I might go coastal. Lovely use of the products.
They are both so great! I’m really loving beachy colors though.