Beautiful Blooms with the StampWheel

Hello, fellow crafters! Stephanie here, and today I’m excited to share my experience with Simon Hurley’s new “Beautiful Blooms” release. Available on spellbinders.com https://shrsl.com/4dvln, this set is a treasure trove of floral designs, sentiments, and charming little critters like butterflies and ladybugs. The die set that accompanies it is particularly impressive – some of the flower images are large enough to be the focal point of an entire card.

For my first project, I decided to experiment with my new Altenew stamp wheel. I’ve always struggled with creating wreath designs using traditional methods, but this tool made the process surprisingly straightforward. Using the smaller images from the set, I created a partial wreath that served as a perfect backdrop for the card’s central elements.

The color palette for this card is one of my current favorites: a trio of Distress Oxide inks in peacock feather, mustard seed, and picked raspberry. These three colors blend beautifully to create a vibrant rainbow effect. If you’re looking to invest in just a few Distress Oxide colors, I highly recommend this combination for its versatility.

To add some texture and interest to the background, I used a BB Cameron stencil set along with Simon Hurley’s solar paste. This paste has a unique property – it dries with an iridescent finish while still allowing the underlying colors to show through. It’s a great way to add a subtle shimmer to your projects.

For dimensional elements, I pre-stamped and die-cut several flowers and leaves. I find it efficient to create a batch of these elements in advance, using different embossing powders for variety. This time, I used clear, sparkle, and gold embossing powders. Having these pieces ready to go makes future card assembly much quicker and easier.

The central butterfly image is heat embossed in gold, which ties in nicely with the solar paste and adds a touch of elegance to the overall design. I finished the card with a simple “Hello Friend” sentiment from the set.

For my second card, I took a different approach. Using pre-cut elements from my earlier batch-crafting session, I was able to put together a quick and striking design. I paired the black and white die-cut flowers with a colorful patterned paper background. This high-contrast look really makes the floral elements pop. The sentiment “Like flowers, friendships bloom and grow more beautiful with time” adds a thoughtful touch, making this card suitable for various occasions.

My final project combines elements from Simon Hurley’s set with Wendy Vecchi’s “From the Garden” collection. I used Wendy’s 3D embossing folder as a background, which complemented the garden theme beautifully. The centerpiece is a heart-shaped shaker element, filled with light pink sequins.

To add color to the embossed background, I used Mica sprays, blending them with a paper towel for a smooth, shimmery effect. The black and white stamped images stand out nicely against this backdrop.

One tip I’d like to share: when creating shaker elements, try doubling up your foam tape while it’s still on the roll. It’s much easier than trying to stack individual pieces later.

I’ve found myself reaching for the small insect stamps from this set more often than I expected. The dragonfly, in particular, adds a delicate touch to many designs.

If you’re interested in trying out any of these products, you can find links to everything I’ve used in the description below. Your support through these links is always appreciated.

I hope this gives you some ideas for your own projects. Happy crafting, everyone!

Beautiful Blooms with the StampWheel

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