It's release day at Pinkfresh Studio, and we've got some amazing new stamps, stencils, die and press plates/hot foil plates! You will start to see press plates more often in our releases, because we have found that they also foil beautifully. You know we love a dual purpose product!
Today I'm sharing this dreamy floral card featuring our new Cherry Blossoms stencils & die set. I've always loved these delicate flowering trees, but they took on a special meaning after we lost Ellie. We've planted the northern version, a crab apple tree, in each home we've owned since losing her. There is a beautiful symbolism between the life of a cherry blossom bloom and our sweet Ellie. She came into this world quickly and was gone in an instant - so very similar to the blooms of a cherry blossom. I can't look at a cherry blossom or crab apple blossom without seeing her beautiful, tiny face, and it is the best reminder of the sweetest daughter that I wasn't allowed to keep.
Pure Joy cherry blossoms card
Card size: A2 - 4.25 x 5.5 (inches) - click on the images above to see them larger.
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Here are instructions on how to create today's card:
- Cut & fold A2 card base from white cardstock.
- Ink blend the Cherry Blossoms stencils to A2 sized white cardstock panels. Ink blend the branch & flower middles in Espresso. Blend one set of floral layers in Cherry Blossom & Begonia, and another set in Peony & Mulberry Blush. Blend one set of leaves in Bay Leaf & Spanish Moss, and another set in Spanish Moss & Olive.
- Diecut each panel with the coordinating 1-piece die, then assemble.
- Add glitter around the middles of each flower, then add an espresso colored jewel over top.
- Stamp the sentiment in Detail Black to white cardstock.
- Diecut the sentiment with the coordinating die, plus two additional layers. Stack & glue together.
- Foil the largest Nested Arch in matte gold foil, then diecut.
- Diecut the Dotted Scallop coverplate from white cardstock, then ink blend around the edges in Waterfall. Adhere to the white card base,
- Mount the foiled diamond to the front with thin foam strips.
- Arrange the flowers as shown, then adhere in place with liquid glue.
- Attach the stamped sentiment to the front with thin foam strips.
- Accent with Ocean Breeze jewels to finish.
WEEKLY PROMO + FREE GIFT W/ $50+
WEEKY PROMO: 25% OFF SELECT ALPHA PRODUCTS:
We got fantastic savings for you this week on some of our beautiful alpha options! Take 25% off select, in-stock alpha stamps, stencils, dies & hot foil plates. Just be sure to use the code ALPHA25 upon checkout in order to receive savings. Code expires on Thursday, February 29th at 11:59pm CST. Shop early for the best selection!
FREE GIFT W/ $50+:
We've got a fantastic FREEBIE up for grabs this week in celebration of our February "Pure Joy" release! All orders $50+ before shipping will receive a FREE Gatsby Frame hot foil set, valued at $24! It's a great week to pick up some of our brand new products or shop from your wish list. 😉 This freebie is only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!
SNEAK PREVIEW: UPCOMING BLOG POSTS
Rather than showcase all my cards in one post, I've got a preview of what's to come on my blog above. I hope you will check back all week long to get more info on each card above. If you would like to be notified each day about new blog posts, please sign up for my Email List if you haven't already!
PRIZES
You have the chance to win one of (5) $25 gift card sponsored by Pinkfresh Studio - all you have to do is leave a comment! You also have the chance to win a full set of the new ink pads on the Pinkfresh Studio blog {linked below}, and (2) $100 gift card codes on the YouTube Intro video. The winners will be picked & posted to the Giveaway Page by end of business on March 5th, and you must follow the instructions on that page to claim your prize. We will have an Instagram hop tomorrow with even more prizes, so be sure to set a reminder in your phone!
BLOG HOP LINK LIST
Our card team, select scrapbooking team members and welcomed guests have been crazy busy creating inspiring projects using all these new products! You are going to LOVE hopping along this blog hop! If you have happened upon my blog, you can start the hop over at Pinkfresh Studio, or you can view the entire link list HERE. You should have arrived here from Kelly's blog, and your next blog to hop to is Nathalie's. Be sure to leave a comment at each blog, as the gift card winners will be pulled randomly from all blogs!
You can check out my complete supply list for today's card below, or CLICK HERE to see it a bit easier. :)
SUPPLY LIST
**Includes affiliate links which provide me with a small amount of compensation at no cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!Before you move along with your day, I wanted to invite you to follow me on social media. I would love to be crafty friends!
100 Comments
Mar 4, 2024, 9:14:50 PM
Karen Tucker - Wow, this is a great release and a stunning card!
Mar 4, 2024, 5:56:26 PM
Susan Pens - Pretty card. Thanks for sharing
Mar 3, 2024, 5:23:35 AM
Gail Davidson - Just beautiful. xo
Mar 2, 2024, 2:16:09 PM
Mary-Anne V - Very pretty card... I love these delicate blooms. I can't wait to see the real thing in DC this Spring.
Mar 2, 2024, 1:31:24 AM
Denise Bryant - Gorgeous details on your fabulous cherry blossoms card! So pretty with the arch window!
Mar 1, 2024, 12:40:37 PM
Laurie Black - Beautiful card! The cherry blossoms are so pretty.
Mar 1, 2024, 11:15:04 AM
Iris Wiechmann - So very pretty and lovely colors!
Mar 1, 2024, 9:50:55 AM
Dawn Tooley - Your card is so pretty! I love the colors you used - blue and pink- my favorite! Thanks for sharing!
Mar 1, 2024, 5:54:32 AM
Susanbcards - My mom loved Cherry Blossoms so they hold a special place in my heart. Such a beautiful card. I really like how you paired it with the arch, like a window looking out into the garden.
Mar 1, 2024, 3:04:09 AM
Elisa Muilwyk - So much meaning behind a sweet card. It’s lovely to remember the special ones who we no longer have with us, I’m so glad you have this visual reminder in nature at all your homes. I’m sorry for your loss.
Feb 29, 2024, 10:04:39 PM
Stacy Davis - I really am loving the Cherry Blossoms set - love how those leaves look! I love your color combination too! Great card!
Feb 29, 2024, 9:17:52 PM
Cindi Green - Such a beautiful card using my favorite products from the release.
Feb 29, 2024, 1:53:09 AM
Dorothy Ayotte - Those blossoms are lovely. I am sorry for your loss- the love for your dear Ellie you carried for 9 months is so precious, that lasts for a life time.
Feb 28, 2024, 10:17:09 PM
Jennifer Reynard - It breaks my heart to read your story about losing your wee daughter. How brave of you to carry on and plant a tree in her remembrance and tell your story. Love your card!!!
Feb 28, 2024, 8:43:16 PM
Lynn Chan - So pretty! love the colours
Feb 28, 2024, 8:10:26 PM
Frances Perkins - Gorgeous card!!!
Feb 28, 2024, 2:51:29 PM
Stacey Kowbel - Gorgeous card! I really love the soft pink with the blue - gorgeous combination!
Feb 28, 2024, 12:20:01 PM
Jeanne Beam - Gorgeous cards! Such a wonderful release.
Feb 28, 2024, 11:23:43 AM
Jeanne Rice - Beautiful! I love the cherry blossoms
Feb 28, 2024, 10:42:13 AM
Cynthia C. - Just beautiful!
Feb 27, 2024, 10:55:38 PM
Jade - Beautiful! I love your cherry blossoms! They remind me of spring.
Feb 27, 2024, 9:28:15 PM
Kristen Snoozy - Lea, beautiful card and such a crazy beautiful release!!! Love it all
Feb 27, 2024, 6:51:35 PM
Sue D - So pretty with these flowers and I like the arch.
Feb 27, 2024, 6:20:23 PM
Pamela Rose - I love this cherry blossom set. Paired with the arches makes such and elegant card
Feb 27, 2024, 5:20:05 PM
Misty C Murphy - I just love the cherry blossom set. That one is at the top of my wish list!
Feb 27, 2024, 3:01:14 PM
Janice Webb - Love your card.
Feb 27, 2024, 2:51:28 PM
Pauline Godfrey - Lea, your cards are so beautiful. Love the cherry blossom. You always provide wonderful inspiration. Fabulous release!
Feb 27, 2024, 2:46:15 PM
Jenna Chapman - Such a pretty card design. I love those cherry blossom dies. The are so sweet delicate.
Feb 27, 2024, 2:01:52 PM
Donna Moran - A lovely card & I'm falling for the Cherry Blossoms set. Wonderful inspiration!
Feb 27, 2024, 12:15:57 PM
Nancee Purdum - Very pretty! Thanks for sharing!
Feb 27, 2024, 11:34:35 AM
Beverly Jordan - Am in love with so many of these new releases and your cherry blossom one with the gold foiled nestled arch and the gorgeous Blue Waterfall blended bg!! The pinks stand out so much!! You do such remarkably gorgeous cards! Can't wait to see the rest of them on IG!! Beverly Jordan @jordanbev5
Feb 27, 2024, 10:38:24 AM
BECCA YAHRLING - All of your cards are sooo pretty! I especially love the one with the birdie (since I am a bird nerd!).
Feb 27, 2024, 10:09:37 AM
suesi - Lovely card
Feb 27, 2024, 9:48:42 AM
DONNA K TUSCHOFF - Beautiful card!!!
Feb 27, 2024, 9:15:50 AM
candy T - This card is so pretty.
Feb 27, 2024, 8:11:24 AM
Lauryne Cunningham - Beautiful cards! I love the cherry blossoms design- so pretty!
Feb 27, 2024, 8:04:03 AM
Rachel Duffy - Beautiful cards! You smashed it.
Feb 27, 2024, 5:46:37 AM
Lissette Long - WOW! Those cherry blossoms just pop off the card. Gorgeous card. I think I have another favorite set from this release. Fabulous release and great job by the whole DT with their inspiration cards!
Feb 27, 2024, 2:10:14 AM
Cynthia P-C - Lovely cards!
Feb 27, 2024, 1:25:33 AM
Marisela Delgado - So beautiful.
Feb 26, 2024, 11:02:09 PM
Sheryl Abernathy - Beautiful card! So realistic. Love that!!!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:55:33 PM
Gail Anderson - Pretty cards and such a wonderful release!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:52:02 PM
Norma - Your story about your sweet baby makes me tear up. I am so sorry you had to go through that. This release is just beautiful as are the samples you made.
Feb 26, 2024, 10:48:32 PM
Suzette Thoeni - Gorgeous card. Awesome release!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:47:50 PM
Anneleise Hampson - So many stunning cards to showcase this new release! Definitely a release of pure joy!!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:18:23 PM
Meredith Smith - I love your card! The leaves and flowers look so beautiful arrange around the beautiful arch! Gorgeous colors!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:12:40 PM
Jeanne - Lovely, lovely cards especially the I love you card
Feb 26, 2024, 10:11:39 PM
TK - Your card using the arched, foiled window is perfect for the new gorgeous cherry blossoms!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:10:18 PM
Kathy Salido - Such beautiful cards
Feb 26, 2024, 9:42:29 PM
Lori Spitzer - This release is pure joy! Wow, is there a lot to love!! Your card featuring the Cherry Blossoms is a beauty, Lea! I enjoyed the sneak peeks, too! Lori S in PA
Feb 26, 2024, 8:36:26 PM
Debbie S. SCHENZ - Beautuful cards! So much inspiration. Love all of your cards!
Feb 26, 2024, 8:20:22 PM
Tanya Andoniadis - I just love all the cards created with the new release. So pretty.
Feb 26, 2024, 8:19:42 PM
Angie L - Love how you used the arch for the Cherry Blossom to climb up. Reminds me of a window with a vine growing around it.
Feb 26, 2024, 7:57:28 PM
Brenda - What a fantastic release! My favorites are the Pure Joy stamp/stencils and the Making things happen stamp/stencils.
Feb 26, 2024, 7:48:19 PM
Amy - your cherry blossoms are lovely...cant wait for the next Create monthly
Feb 26, 2024, 7:27:23 PM
Tara H. - So many beautiful creations. I love the look of the cherry blossoms growing out of the arched window.
Feb 26, 2024, 7:25:43 PM
Sheri Kempke - Leah, I'm loving this new release--I watched your release video earlier today, all of the products are awesome! I truly love all of these new suite products, I don't have a glimmer or better press, but knowing they can also be used for embossing is great! Thanks for all you do--your cards using these products are gorgeous!
Feb 26, 2024, 7:23:15 PM
Linda Crowley - Very pretty card!
Feb 26, 2024, 6:58:53 PM
Leslie Miller - Gorgeous card….love the layout
Feb 26, 2024, 6:48:55 PM
Vikki Hein - Beautiful card and what a wonderful release!
Feb 26, 2024, 6:47:25 PM
Amy Cooley - The frame is so pretty and really makes the flowers pop.
Feb 26, 2024, 6:35:04 PM
Melanie Waters - Your cards are always so beautiful - I love to catch the lives :)
Feb 26, 2024, 6:26:54 PM
Ryan - But really…. These cherry blossoms are everything 😍
Feb 26, 2024, 6:05:48 PM
DebbieG - Love the arch die and my favorite cherry blossoms
Feb 26, 2024, 6:05:02 PM
Theresa P - Love ❤️ just because you’re my friend ❤️
Feb 26, 2024, 5:46:07 PM
Karen F. - Wow! Your card is absolutely stunning. I love how you incorporated the Nested Arches with the Cherry Blossom set!
Feb 26, 2024, 5:45:51 PM
Valerie Hunter - Lea. Your cards are simply charming. The Cherry Blossom card is my favorite, but they are all stunning! Love this new release. I think I have to have the Breezy Blossom suite and the Stippled plaid press plate!
Feb 26, 2024, 5:41:15 PM
Jane Bachman - I’m loving the Cherry Blossom set! The way you paired this with the Nested Arches creates a perfect card!
Feb 26, 2024, 5:39:47 PM
RobiW - Lovely card! That cherry blossom is so pretty.
Feb 26, 2024, 5:27:31 PM
D idlet - Lea, I love your card! Love the foiling and the background! Thanks for the inspiration.
Feb 26, 2024, 5:18:22 PM
Jeri - Love your cards. You always do such a great job.
Feb 26, 2024, 5:16:07 PM
Karen Walker - Lovely, lovely card! Looking forward to seeing the rest of them this week!
Feb 26, 2024, 5:15:26 PM
Joanne McClintock - LOVE the cherry blossom! Beautiful cards!!
Feb 26, 2024, 4:51:22 PM
Mai C - These are gorgeous!! I love the design and colors!
Feb 26, 2024, 4:37:39 PM
Debra Watkins - I love those Cherry Blossoms. They are absolutely beautful.
Feb 26, 2024, 4:14:33 PM
Dee Earnshaw - love the soft tones on your cards - so magical
Feb 26, 2024, 3:27:46 PM
Jan Baker - Stunning cards, as usual. Thank you for sharing
Feb 26, 2024, 1:54:24 PM
Meghan Kennihan - I LOVE the layers! The flowers are gorgeous! this card is soooo ELEGANT!
Feb 26, 2024, 12:56:51 PM
Donna Phelan - The cherry blossoms are divine! Love your sneak peeks too! That lantern is fantastic!
Feb 26, 2024, 12:40:13 PM
Barb Deichl - Lea--card is stunning! I just ordered this set and cannot wait to play with it. This release is so fun! Looking forward to more inspiration!
Feb 26, 2024, 12:37:47 PM
Tabitha MacKenzie - This is a great release, wish I could afford the entire thing.
Feb 26, 2024, 12:33:19 PM
CARRIANNE BANUL - FIRST, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOUR CARD IS ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING. I LOVE THIS STAMP SET AS CHERRY BLOSSOMS ARE MY FAVORITE AND WE HAVE ONE IN OUR BACKYARD. IT REALLY IS NICE TO JUST SIT AND ENJOY THE VIEW. I HOPE THAT YOU FIND MOMENTS OF PEACE WHEN YOU ARE PLANTING YOUR CRAB APPLE TREE.
Feb 26, 2024, 12:32:59 PM
Avra Williams - so pretty and realistic!
Feb 26, 2024, 12:17:44 PM
Vicki - Those Cherry Blossoms look like they jump off the card and go into a vase. So pretty and realistic! 💖💖💖
Feb 26, 2024, 11:39:41 AM
Gayle I. - The blossoms are so beautiful and make this such a gorgeous card!
Feb 26, 2024, 11:15:41 AM
rae kryc - Lea this is absolutely gorgeous!!! LOVE how you paired the pink flowers with the waterfall blue background. Such a stunning design!!!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:52:13 AM
Virginia B. - Love your inspiration Lea! Beautiful card!
Feb 26, 2024, 10:41:48 AM
Sharon Gullikson - Your colors look so pretty together. They are so different
Feb 26, 2024, 10:38:11 AM
Joan Bardee - what a beautiful card with such meaning. Hugs
Feb 26, 2024, 10:15:52 AM
Kathy Eddy - Another amazing card Lea and what a great release!
Feb 26, 2024, 9:50:59 AM
Renee B - I can’t get enough of those cherry blossoms!! So beautiful and feels like spring!!
Feb 26, 2024, 9:43:55 AM
Barbara Hill - Soft colors. Pretty cards!
Feb 26, 2024, 9:27:02 AM
Janet Wright - Beautiful card, I adore the cherry blossoms. Thank you for the inspiration.
Feb 26, 2024, 9:12:32 AM
karen Lea eaton - Beautiful card, thank you for sharing the memory of your little girl and one of the ways you remember her presence at each new home you have
Feb 26, 2024, 9:12:26 AM
Donna Cheatle - I love your color choices here. Absolutely beautiful
Feb 26, 2024, 9:02:22 AM
Janice - Thank you for sharing about your sweet Ellie. I will think of her when creating with the beautiful cherry blossoms.
Feb 26, 2024, 9:01:38 AM
Deb Anderson - Beautiful card Lea! Well done!
Feb 26, 2024, 8:58:29 AM
Barbara Campbell - I am so impressed with this release, but not surprised and I am gob smack by all of them. I have a wishlist for sure and It is growing. I love the blog hop as there are so much inspiration there. Thanks so much.
Feb 26, 2024, 8:55:28 AM
Sandra Mullenix - You used my favorite flower die for this one. Your card is amazing. Great hop.
Feb 26, 2024, 8:09:26 AM
Angy Hughes - Beautiful card and tribute to your beloved daughter.