Watercolor Palette Smooshing + Galaxy Background + Simon Hop

396 Responses

  1. Joianne says:

    I love this card and the new color!!!

  2. Joianne says:

    Absolutely love this card and new color!!

  3. Barbara says:

    WOW – the blues and purples in this background are fabulous!

  4. Julie B says:

    Very cool!

  5. geri S. says:

    I love these! Great way to use everything, too! Thanks!

  6. Denise Gutshall says:

    OOOH LA LA! The galaxy background is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!

  7. DC says:

    Beautiful galaxy card!

  8. Julie B says:

    Love this card! I can’t wait to make it for my son.

  9. Tara Prince says:

    Very cool card!!

  10. Teresa Brock says:

    I just love the galaxy effect done a different way than I have seen it before! Thanks for the idea!

  11. Jennifer Lee says:

    Your backgrounds make me feel as if I truly am looking into a gorgeous galaxy! I am learning how to ink blend and “smoosh” so I am not very good yet however everytime I watch you great designers share your videos it truly helps me improve. Thanks so much for sharing!

  12. Emily g says:

    Love the backgrounds, I don’t know if I can do it, I always use my inks but it just looks so beautiful

  13. Bonnie says:

    I love this technique. Have to try it!

  14. Sheila Bacon says:

    I’m captivated by your backgrounds! Thank you for the video which is very helpful!

  15. KT Fit Kitty says:

    It’s always a joy to visit your blog and watch your videos, Nina-Marie! You are an inspiration! The galaxy background you made is gorgeous!

  16. D.Ann C says:

    Your smooshed galaxy background is just perf for these Encouraging Words!

  17. JaneenK says:

    how to videos are always welcome

  18. Karen Rice says:

    What incredible colors used on these cards–I love how you made two from one!

  19. Crystal Burns says:

    Beautiful cards. Thanks for all the videos you do!

  20. Mary-Anne V says:

    Wow I just adore your galaxy look! Amazing.

  21. Tracy F says:

    Beautiful card! I love the background and your video really helped me to understand how it was made. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful card.

  22. cindym says:

    love your idea for using watercolor for smooshing

  23. Ruth Meder says:

    Just gorgeous!

  24. Sabrina Radican says:

    Cute cards!!

  25. Melissa B. says:

    Great cards, awesome that you can do double duty with the card pieces! Oh, and the colors for the space is perfect! I love the purple instead of black.

  26. Super Stick Chick says:

    Wonderful cards, love all your fun details.

  27. Patricia Wilson says:

    I love that “smooshing”. When you first did it, I thought of marble. Very interesting and pretty. Thanks for sharing!

  28. Lisa Relova says:

    Thank you for sharing that technique! It is brilliant! Love your cards :D

  29. Mary Vela says:

    Sooo beautiful!

  30. Sophie F says:

    That watercolor background is stunning – thank you for sharing!!! :)

  31. Cindy says:

    Loving the star theme. I’ve recently made some as well. Yours looks great!!

  32. Lisa T says:

    Stunning background, the colours are so so vibrant and perfect for the galaxy. And that word die cut is so delicate you would think it would get lost, but it doesn’t! Beautiful !

  33. Ishani says:

    Wow.. out of the world it is.. lovely galaxy background..I am gonna try this!

  34. Patti Galmarini says:

    Love your cards and thank you for the video!!!

  35. Arianna Barbara says:

    “Encouraging Words”

    I’m in love for your adorable and stunning cards!!! <3

  36. Ann Eslinger says:

    BEAUTIFUL background! I love it

  37. Juni Nez says:

    What an awesome card. great techniques.

  38. Sheri K says:

    Great technique, smooshing with water color. Love it!

  39. Beautifully done. TFS!

  40. Lindsey-NY says:

    What wonderful ideas. Thanks for the video.

  41. lisa says:

    Wonderful video and beautiful card

  42. Heather Nelson says:

    Love the new “Encouraging Words” release! Your galaxy background is stunning! I love the way you used your extra pieces for a second card!

  43. Steffi H. says:

    This sky is just heaven to me. Thanks for showing the helpful Video. I really have to try more ot These Backgrounds. Maybe some day mine will look almost half as good as yours.

  44. This is so pretty. The sparkly letters really stand out.

  45. SQUEAL!! SUPER SUPER SUPER AWESOME Release and Inspiration!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

  46. Mary Davis says:

    Enjoyed watching your card come alive. Great card.

  47. Stephanie Proctor says:

    What a gorgeous galaxy!! Such a pretty card!

  48. Jerrie says:

    I love how you did the watercolor background. It is gorgeous!

  49. Teresa A says:

    What bold colors. Thank you for sharing.

  50. Gail Alcorn says:

    Love the background! Thanks for showing the technique!

  51. Carol K says:

    love that smooshing … such a vibrant background

  52. Alexia Misso says:

    Love the technique, the background is so cool looking!

  53. Kari Villebrun says:

    I can never get my galaxy looking that great and I love the little trick with the title, makes so dimensional

  54. Michelle White says:

    I love the card you created with this technique. I might have to give it a try.

  55. Miriam Prantner says:

    Love those galaxy backgrounds! Great cards!

  56. STunning cards from gorgeous coloring!!! You used every inch of the pieces and I especially love that!! Really nice job and designs!!

  57. Valerie DeWitt says:

    Love the colors!

  58. Ginni Berg says:

    so clever, maybe I can do this!

  59. Cheryl S says:

    Your galaxy background is gorgeous!

  60. Amy Cooley says:

    Wow, very stunning! Love the new products!

  61. Debby Prutzman says:

    Colors are wonderful on the card. Love the new release.

  62. Julie-anne Hoffmann says:

    This is a really special card. Thanks

  63. Susan Green says:

    Beautiful background.

  64. Heather Lynn says:

    Love the vibrant colors. You’re a star is a great die. Thanks for sharing!

  65. Heather Sharpe says:

    You make galaxy backgrounds look effortless! So awesome! Thanks for sharing.

  66. Leslie Gladney says:

    I love love love the galaxy and the die and, well, everything!

  67. Jackie Waxler says:

    Love the galaxy colors. Love the planets.

  68. Denise D. says:

    I really like the colours in the galaxy background and I love the 2 cards.

  69. Louanne Collins says:

    Love your galaxy background colors! Love the encouraging word stamps and dies in this release – we could all use kind words more often!

  70. Kathleen Picon says:

    your a star, thanks for sharing

  71. Amy B says:

    Oooohhh….. Luv these. Especially like how the large white border frames the galaxy.

  72. Joy J. says:

    Both cards are stunning!

  73. Stefanie White says:

    I really like your card and so appreciate how detailed you are in your video! I am trying this technique as soon as possible!!

  74. Tami Priebe says:

    Gorgeous card, thanks for sharing the video. I am so looking forward to using this technique, endless possibilities!!!

  75. Corin says:

    I love this die! Then you can use it with the planet dies….very cool. Thank you for sharing your talent!!

  76. Lindarub says:

    Love your card.

  77. Kleri F says:

    Fantastic galaxy background!Thank you for the inspiration!

  78. shannadl says:

    This background is stunning!

  79. Julia D. says:

    Wow! LOVE the backgrounds you created! Looks spectacular. And thank you for taking the time to make a video for us. Thank you for the chance to win!

  80. Ann Marie says:

    Beautiful cards!

  81. Darby Whittier says:

    I also love the galaxy background, and combined with the die cut sentiment, it’s out of this world!

  82. Joanne Faysal says:

    Love the watercolors!!!

  83. Laura says:

    great galaxy background!!

  84. Mary Jane Isenberg says:

    Great technique, thanks for sharing

  85. Liz mca says:

    Great video!

  86. Kimberly Cole says:

    Love the colors you chose and that you’re a star stamp is amazing. Love it

  87. Angela Myhre says:

    Your galaxy background is beautiful!

  88. Denise Bryant says:

    Wow… amazing card! Love the colors!

  89. Teresa Chapman says:

    I love your galaxy background! beautiful colors.

  90. Barbara S says:

    That galaxy background is very attractive. The die cut sentiment almost looks 3D

  91. Angela V says:

    Love your galaxy background – so colorful and unique. Great reminder that making your own background is fun with a fabulous result! thanks for your inspiration!

  92. Jenny del Castillo says:

    Very beautiful technique with excellent results, I loved the cards.

  93. Jennifer Harrison says:

    Oh my I love your galaxy! It’s beautiful!!!

  94. Lesley Mark says:

    Those colours are wonderful together. Now I want to try this technique!

  95. Dru says:

    Supercute and awesome colors!

  96. Lieve S says:

    Your card is beautiful, with a super background !
    Thank you for sharing !

  97. Glorie says:

    Love the galaxy background. So colorful. Thanks for the inspiration.

  98. Barb macaskill says:

    Out of this world awesome! Love the galaxy of beautiful colors! TFS!

  99. Dru says:

    Spercute!

  100. JOAN F RICHARDS says:

    nice card love the colors

  101. Mary Jane Isenberg says:

    Cool technique!

  102. Tammy Hanson says:

    Love the cards and love that you used all the spare parts as well.

  103. beautiful cards. I love your watercolor galaxies. Thanks for sharing.

  104. Connie says:

    I love this!

  105. Sandra ltb says:

    thank you for all the tips …. make it look so easy …. love your work space …. and the die!

  106. Ali says:

    What a beautiful card. That background is amazing.

  107. Cassie D says:

    Beautiful galaxy card! Love it

  108. Stephanie Desbiens McDonald says:

    I love that you used left overs for the 2nd card! Very cute!

  109. Vikki H says:

    Oh, wow! that color on the background is outstanding!

  110. Trina P. says:

    Love the bright and bold colours.

  111. Dee Kepler says:

    You are such a bubble delight to watch. Thanks for teaching me a new technique!

  112. Jean R-T says:

    Love that galaxy background!

  113. Dawn says:

    I love the colors you chose!

  114. JulzPaperPassion says:

    Very pretty galaxy cards :)

  115. Patricia Ohoma says:

    I’ve been wanting to try to make a galaxy sky, beautiful job and use of “Encouraging Words” from Simon Says Stamp! Inspirational!

  116. Wonderful background, I will need to watch the video too and try it myself. Thank you!

  117. Rachel Vass says:

    What a fab galaxy background Nina.

  118. JanLo says:

    Lovely and a lot of work to create this card.

  119. Traci Luckadoo says:

    Your cards are beautiful! And inspiring!

  120. What exciting and colorful cards!! Enjoyed your video!

  121. Chandra Shasteen says:

    So out of this world awesome!!!!!!

  122. Sandie says:

    In a galaxy far, far away………is this great card lol!!

  123. Susan Pezza says:

    Love your cards!! Thanks for sharing! Love the Encouraging Words release!

  124. ALICIA HARTFIELD says:

    I love this card, it’s so beautiful!

  125. gail says:

    great video and enthusiasm.

  126. DONNA BAKER says:

    Thank you for the video tutorial ! Enjoyed your card already have this die YOU’RE A STAR Wafer Dies SSSD111727 from the Encouraging Words collection on my wishlist .

  127. Susan Powell says:

    FANTASTIC!!! That galaxy sky is amazing – thanks so much for the video tutorial. I’ll be getting inky today :)

  128. Robin Ridpath says:

    Great card! Great background! Great how to video!

  129. Lisa Smith says:

    Loved getting to see you in your fabulous galaxy smooshing video. I liked this technique for creating your background and will definitely be giving it a try.

  130. Ellen Smith says:

    Fantastic card! Thanks for the video

  131. Mary G says:

    Nina-Marie, I love this technique and the two cards you made with it! I spent the weekend practicing my watercoloring and I have to confess I’m exhausted and this smooshing technique is what I need! :)

  132. Dawn Gee says:

    You really nailed this galaxy background! Gorgeous!!

  133. Tricia Ann says:

    Another great pair of cards from Nina. The choice of colors is stunning.

  134. Tami Gumz says:

    Great ideas! Thanks for sharing!

  135. SabineVDK says:

    Great color!!!! Love that background.

  136. Migdalia Rodriguez says:

    WOW! This is just BEAUTIFUL!! I love the SUPER cool background!
    Have a wonderful day,
    Migdalia
    Crafting with Creative M

  137. Shari Lawrence says:

    Love how you used the left over pieces to make another card!

  138. Sharon Seaver says:

    Very lovely card … thank you for sharing!

  139. Becca4296 says:

    Love that black embossing powder

  140. Christine H says:

    I think I need to practise my smoothing a bit more!! Somehow mine never seems quite right. Thanks for the tutorial and inspiration.

  141. DebbieC says:

    Gorgeous cards. Love through background technique and the sparkle. This is my favorite die.
    DebbieC

  142. Phi says:

    Great galaxy card. Thanks for sharing with us.

  143. Mary A says:

    This is so pretty. Thanks for the step by step directions.

  144. Isabel Z says:

    Blog hops are so much fun because I love seeing everyone’s creativity!

  145. MartyF says:

    Love your cards, the first galaxy background is just amazing! The colors are awesome and I need to watch your video to see how it’s done. Thank you for sharing!

  146. Fantastic bold coloured backgrounds, love them!

  147. Valerija says:

    Fantastic cards, loved the background as well as the beautiful sentiment..

  148. Laurie G says:

    Love this card!

  149. Lucille Manos says:

    I love the galaxy look.

  150. SQUEAL!! SUPER SUPER SUPER AWESOME Release, Cards a.nd Video!! THANKS for sharing and have a FABULOUS WEEKEND!! =)

  151. Eileen Robertson says:

    Beautiful card! I love all things galaxy related!

  152. Tracilynn says:

    Learning about watercolor! Beautiful cards!

  153. Rukmini says:

    Absolutely stunning cards!! Your video is a great tutorial!

  154. Sharon Taylor says:

    Love how you’ve done this background, it’s stunning. Thank you for showing another way to do this.

  155. Ann Kulseth says:

    Gorgeous – absolutely gorgeous. Love the sentiments in this release too.

  156. Anne Miller says:

    Thank you Nina for a new technique for galaxy backgrounds! The SSS dies are a perfect match, I cannot wait to add to my stash :)

  157. Lauri Bacalzo says:

    So enjoy the “encouraging words” release!
    Love ❤️ your card!

  158. Rema DeLeeuw says:

    Awesome projects!

  159. Billie A says:

    Great background and awesome die. I love the way you created the background and will be trying this idea. I love seeing your videos.

  160. Robyn Schultz says:

    So cute! Love it!

  161. Memoriesbymanda says:

    Stunning galaxy card! Very pretty

  162. Laura Peddicord says:

    I love the backgrounds you made. My favorite color being blue makes me like them even more. Can’t wait to try it for myself. Your work is beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing it.

  163. Jennifer Carroll says:

    Encouraging words: We rise by lifting others up.

  164. Kelly Santi says:

    Such a lovely card and stunning background!!!
    Love this :) new subscriber over at your YouTube channel, too!

  165. Carrie C says:

    Great cards. Love getting two cards from one project. Great tips, great background, thanks!

  166. Gilda (McStamper) says:

    Your cards are fabulous. Love your watercolor smooshing. Just amazing.

  167. Laurie says:

    Awesome background on the card! Really looks like a galaxy! Awesome!

  168. Bonnie Eng says:

    Wonderful cards – I love the black glittery die cut sentiment – gorgeous!

  169. Phyllis Freese says:

    You’ve created a stunning background for a galaxy card and perfect for die cutting the words for your card. You inspire me to try this technique.Phy

  170. Liz O. says:

    Awesome galaxy technique Nina! I trully hope you continue creating for many more years to come, you are a very creative and talented young lady! Here is wishing you always let the artist in you take over as you grow older and that you have a successful life! Thanks for being such an inspiration!

  171. Laurie Brown says:

    Super beautiful background!!! So fun to create!! I collect all things crafty related to stars- so I will need that die!!!

  172. I love these cards. Galaxy cards are my favorite. The “Encouraging Words” release really has some awesome sentiments.

  173. Sunny says:

    It’s a such pretty card! Love it.

  174. Felicita J. says:

    Nina Marie,
    What an amazing card and I love how you shared the ink smoothing technique using the art impression palette. I can’t wait to try this technique.

  175. Francine says:

    Love how you did the background. Beautiful card idea. Love two cards with 1 BONUS!

  176. Erica B says:

    i love this background!

  177. maria miskimmon says:

    love your videos you make the ideas look so easy great job

  178. Anna Kluytmans says:

    Hi Nina-Marie, Love how you did the background it looks so cool, and both cards are so lovely, you have done a great job on them, TFS, Cheers Anna.

  179. Rufus says:

    Love the background that you created. I like the sentiment die, always like it when you’ve got a nice big sentiment die with a great font.

  180. Donna Walker says:

    You’re the star!

  181. Loly Borda says:

    Beautiful cards! Such a fabulous background! I love when the sentiment is the focus on the card. TFS

  182. Heather Mills says:

    Wow!! Those backgrounds are stunning!! And they go perfectly with that beautiful scripty sentiment! This “encouraging words” release is awesome!

  183. Sue byers says:

    Love the back ground. Going to have to try this technique

  184. Kim Maxwell says:

    Beautiful Card!! Definitely gonna give this technique with watercolors a try!! I personally LOVE the unexpected outcome you get with the smooshing technique, so this should be super fun!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

  185. Eva Laney says:

    What an awesome technique… love the outcome! Fabulous card!

  186. Avis C Patterson says:

    I really like galaxy/night sky type of cards. It was fun to watch your technique for these cards. Thanks for sharing!

  187. Sallie says:

    watercolor smooshing ! YAY!

  188. Sallie says:

    I love your watercolor smooshing !

  189. Carolyn says:

    I love how fearless you are! You create outside the box!

  190. Melanie says:

    Love the background!

  191. kim f says:

    cool back grounds. they really do look like the final frontier.

  192. Daria Zender says:

    That galaxy background is ah-MAZ-ing!

  193. Karen says:

    the smooshed background is perfect for the galaxy background …thanks for the great ideas

  194. Such a pretty card! Really love how you made that galaxy background!

  195. Sandra KM says:

    Very beautiful background.

  196. Abby says:

    Beautiful background!

  197. Barbara says:

    Just lovely. I admire your creativity.

  198. treen says:

    gorgeous card! I love all the beautiful blues that you used! I love this encouraging words release! hugs, treen

  199. Nancy Deffner says:

    Stunning card! Love the die set.

  200. Bunny says:

    I love those blues. This is a beautiful card. It would be hard for me to be kind enough to give it up! Ack!

  201. Diane B says:

    Fabulous background. I’m going to try it. Love your cards.

  202. Jan Vaughan says:

    Love the spacey background you created and the technique you share. I’m learning so many awesome things here! Thank you!

  203. Barbara Lassiter says:

    Love those smooshed background. All cards are beautifbul.

  204. Roberta S. says:

    Nina-Marie, This card is awesome and has a Wow factor to it. Thank you for doing a video on how you did the watercolor smashing background. I love it & look forward to trying this.

  205. Keely Jones says:

    I have never thought to make my own glitter paper! What a great tip! Thanks for sharing!

  206. Carolee McCaslin says:

    WOW your cards are amazing and so is this new release!!!

  207. Lovely, lovely creation!

  208. Tracy Ercole says:

    Wow, what a background.

  209. Maureen Reiss says:

    Fantastic card!!! I love your smooshed galaxy background!!!!

  210. Barbara Lambe says:

    Wonderful release, thank you for the inspiration.

  211. Norine Mueller says:

    Love this card I also make my own glitter paper but that black glitter to die for

  212. Lee says:

    Fabulous card, wonderful execution of the technique.

  213. Carolyn S says:

    I love galaxy backgrounds but have been hesitant to try them. Your video and method makes it look easier than I thought and I will definitely be giving this a try. And what a perfect combination – that beautiful background and the lovely sentiment!

  214. Wonderful galaxy background! Great tutorial!

  215. Rhonda Welsh says:

    Very pretty card. Love the color smooshing.

  216. ofelia pereira says:

    I love galaxy and it is difficult to do it. Thank you

  217. So cool! Your galaxy background is fabulous!

  218. Paula Thaxton says:

    Nina-Marie,
    Love the “no waste” you do. Very green! You’re galaxy background was brilliant! In fact, so was the whole card. Thx!

  219. Jules says:

    Great background and fun video. Your craft room is so neat! Love the Encoraging Words sentiments and the Carolyn stencil in this release.

  220. Raven says:

    Ah! I just got a silpat…I can’t wait to try this technique! So pretty.

  221. Anne Wylie says:

    This galaxy background is really pretty! Love the blend of colors!

  222. Jane S. says:

    Beautiful! All these galaxies and encouraging words are just terrific !

  223. Pam M says:

    So love that you got 2 cards for the work of one..great cards. Thanks

  224. Anne Ayers says:

    ” Be kind to yourself ” my encouraging words :)

  225. Cindy Thick says:

    Love that galaxy background and you can make two cards. Great idea.

  226. Andrea Shell says:

    Both cards are fantastic! Love those galaxy backgrounds!

  227. Pami Baillie Ballington says:

    Thank you for showing the water color smooshing. I have seen that but have never seen a demo of how to do it. I’m ready to try it!

  228. Jennifer F. says:

    Love how you work the water colors!

  229. Anne Sturgeon says:

    Really beautiful Nina. Out of this world. This release is full of goodness. Lots on my wish list. Thanks for sharing.

  230. Isabelle says:

    Awesome background and cards ! I’ll have to give it a try….

  231. Margaret says:

    This is beautiful – love the background! And Encouraging Words are always appreciated!

  232. Denise Ward says:

    Nina, you always make great cards! Thanks so much for showcasing these new SSS products for the video!! “You’re a (crafting) star!” :)

  233. Paula M says:

    I love your card. The galaxy background is beautiful, and what a great way to make your own glitter paper with embossing powder!

  234. Jan Arnold says:

    The backgrounds for this card is amazing! I love the script on the delicate die! Thanks for sharing your creativity and talent!

  235. Barbara S. says:

    Thanks for sharing the two beautiful cards.

  236. Stef Perry says:

    Loved watching how you created the galaxy background – very fun and a gorgeous result! Fabulous cards!

  237. Arlene D says:

    Love how the randomness of the smooching layers turned out so well!

  238. Pamela Allen says:

    Wow!!! I am impressed!!!! Such tedious layering but so worth it!!! Love your card!!! Thanks for sharing! Have great day!
    Hugs
    Pam Allen

  239. Marsha Guskey says:

    Awesome background! Thanks!

  240. So pretty. Love the bright background.

  241. Angela Restad says:

    I love your galaxy background it’s out of this world! I also love how you used the extra pieces to make another card.

  242. Stephanie T says:

    One of the best things about blog hops is discovering blogs of talented artists. So happy to have found yours. Love this card.

  243. Berina Febin says:

    Wow!! Just Wow! Such a beautiful galaxy background. Thank you for sharing the video. It’s nice to use every piece of the background.

  244. Virginia says:

    Very colorful!

  245. Ivana Pekova says:

    I love your galaxy background.

  246. Mel B says:

    Beautiful card

  247. Barbara Green says:

    Great set of words for this beautiful background.

  248. Tammy B says:

    Love the colours you used for the backgrounds! Awesome cards!

  249. Jeanne-Marie says:

    I just love your watercolor background! I also love how you were able to make multiple cards from one background!

  250. Pam Dunbar says:

    Wonderful card! Haven’t done this technique yet but definitely going to it’s so pretty! Also love how you used the pieces for a second card getting more bang for the buck! Thanks for sharing!

  251. Linda Duensing says:

    Love the bright colorful backgrounds and cards. Thanks for sharing.

    Linda D.

  252. Marjorie Dumontier says:

    Super cool cards, I have a little preference for the offset layers one. Very unique !

  253. Laura says:

    Interesting techniques! Thank you.

  254. Toyosi says:

    I’m going to be this good someday. I AM A STAR!!

  255. Susan King says:

    Nina – Once again a beautiful card!

  256. Nancy L Miller says:

    I LOVED that shiny sparkly embossing powder you used for the words!!

  257. Helen says:

    Love the way you’ve combined a great galaxy background with a separate card to layer your sentiment. It’s like peeking through a window into the galaxy to see which star you are! TFS

  258. Brenda says:

    I love the galaxy background you made and how you used the encouraging words die cut with it!

  259. Jude says:

    Love this technique and I really love that second card. Great job!!!!

  260. Jayell says:

    Great backgrounds!

  261. craftygal1 says:

    I really like how you did the galaxy background and used the negative leftover pieces. Great cards.

  262. JODI M HUFENDICK says:

    Your colors are fantastic!

  263. T says:

    You make these look so simple!!

  264. T says:

    Amazing!!!!

  265. Julie Mari says:

    Love the background. Great cards.

  266. Sandy3179 says:

    Nina – BEAUTIFUL!!

  267. Kristine Boydstun says:

    Love the galaxy background!! Thank you for sharing!

  268. Maryjo L Monterosso says:

    Your galaxy background is gorgeous/ Both cards are beautiful. Great instructions and your stamp room looks amazing. Thanks for sharing.

  269. KathyT says:

    Thanks for showing us how to make the galaxy background. You used some beautiful colors. It looks amazing!

  270. Mary W says:

    Must have the You’re a Star die – for my daughter to give to co-workers and my SIL to give to school employees that need a lift after doing a good job that seemed thankless.

  271. Lindsay w says:

    Nina you have been creating some amazing cards lately!! Keep it up, I look forward to seeing what you come up with each day!! A+++

  272. Machele says:

    Love this! I need to give it a try.

  273. Deborah Kaye says:

    Beautiful backgrounds and fab cards!

  274. Melissa Watson says:

    Beautiful cards! You did a great job, thanks for sharing!

  275. Francine says:

    Love how you made you background

  276. Natalie Houston says:

    Great video and WOW! What a fabulous card, love the galaxy cards.

  277. Judyt28 says:

    An amazing galaxy background. So vibrant!

  278. Sandy Small says:

    Your cards are nice and sparkly, and I like that both the positive and negative die cuts were used! Your galaxy background is really great. Thanks for sharing the technique!

  279. Kimberly ostgard says:

    Love love love your wonderful card thank for sharing what a great fun background.
    Have a blessed day
    Kimberly Ostgard

  280. Cassandra L. Sewell says:

    Wow! Fantastic color work!! #EncouragingWords

  281. Mary Nielson says:

    Love all of the “glitter”! You always come up with amazing techniques….thank you

  282. Michelle H says:

    This release is fantastic, and you did a great job with your galaxy cards.

  283. Lydia says:

    Love your work! Can’t wait to try this technique! Thanks so much for the inspiration.

  284. Christine says:

    The smooshing technique looks like so much fun! The inlaid letters are very involved, but end results amazing! Making your own embossed glitter paper solves the problem of loose glitter everywhere. TFS 😊

  285. Shannon says:

    Beautiful background – my daughter and I enjoyed your video very much! Now she wants to try one of her own.

  286. Laraine Randall says:

    Fabulous cards! Love the backgrounds! Fabulous release!

  287. Amy Ferrier says:

    That’s a beauty, thanks.

  288. Sharon Tate says:

    Lovely cards Nina, what a gorgeous galaxy background.

  289. Allison says:

    What a fun background!!

  290. Debbie Barba says:

    GORGEOUS background! Awesome card! Loving this blog hop with so much talent and inspiration! Thanks for sharing yours!

  291. Ericastwilight says:

    Great smooshing watercolor technique! I loved how the background came out and that sentiment is just beautiful. Thanks for sharing your talent.

  292. Loved the cards! <3 The colours are amazing! <3

  293. Katie Baird says:

    So colorful! Absolutely love these cards.

  294. Carol says:

    I fell in love with your galaxy card. Thanks for sharing your technique. I’ll definitely give it a try.

  295. Angela W says:

    Wow! This background looks fabulous! Thank you so much for including a video. It was very helpful to see how you made it!

  296. Gail Anderson says:

    My “Encouraging Words” to you are: You’re a star! Love the watercolor background and your video!

  297. Karen Stevens says:

    Love this release! Encouraging words for the win!

  298. Katie says:

    Thank you for sharing your technique, its amazing! I can’t wait to go try it!

  299. Megan N says:

    I wouldn’t have thought to do the ink smooshing with watercolors. Love how it turned out!

  300. Dee Earnshaw says:

    Awesome cards – beautifully designed and created . Thanks for sharing:):)

  301. Becky Schneider says:

    Loved seeing this technique used with watercolor paints! They’re beautiful cards and I love this die!

  302. Janice says:

    Terrific card. Thanks for sharing all the instructions!

  303. Maryam crafter says:

    Love your background unique and new..

  304. Lyn C. says:

    Really pretty! I love the colors and dimension on the card.

  305. Cyndi Morris says:

    Your galaxy background is gorgeous. Simon’s Encouraging Words release is spectacular!

  306. Teresa Osburn says:

    Pretty blue background

  307. Sharon Torgerson says:

    Love this colorful card!!

  308. Paula J says:

    Thanks for making it simple enough for anyone to follow.

  309. Rannah Romps says:

    Your instructions are so easy to understand and the video is wonderful!

  310. Tracy says:

    So beautiful. I can’t wait to try this technique, and have a great card in mind for it.

  311. Jean Chaney says:

    Thanks for giving us a video showing the process of creating this great galaxy!

  312. Tracy A says:

    Stunning cards. Thanks for including the video so we can see the process. I have learned so much from your videos.

  313. CINDY Aguirre says:

    Love the colors of your card and the background is fabulous!

  314. Sherry W. says:

    I like your galaxy look without using black paint. It’s a brighter galaxy!

  315. Candy B. says:

    That card is out of this world! lol. Just a super fun card both to receive and to make! Thanks!

  316. Janet says:

    Gorgeous cards, I love the colors!

  317. Jeanne Beam says:

    Such great cards. Love your technique for making the galaxy. Thanks for sharing…

  318. Gail Scott says:

    Fabulous work here! OUt of this world work actually – everyone needs encouragement – what a great idea your creations – TFS and for the hop!

  319. Christy M says:

    Beautiful galaxy! I enjoy your videos so much. You give such good, clear instructions and so much inspiration. Thanks!

  320. Lisa Coville says:

    Nina-Marie, love these cards. The colours are so vibrant. I’m definitely trying this technique for a galaxi background. You’ve given me so many ideas…my mind is churning. Thanks for the inspiration!

  321. Nancy Arnold says:

    Very nice card. I really like the galaxy backgreound. Thanks

  322. Mary Holshouser says:

    Just used the smooshing technique this week and I love it.
    You never know what you are going to get but it’s always
    amazing.
    Thanks for sharing a fantastic card.

  323. Marilyn says:

    Awesome card- thank you for the detailed instructions. WOW, WOW, WOW – your creative studio is amazingly organized – looks and feels so inspiring. Need to follow your example in my own space :)

  324. bev p says:

    I love your galaxy and the technique is one I can’t wait to try with my grand-girls! They have gotten hooked so far on ink smooshing and paper marbling. I love playing with color with them. (We have a messy good time and they have some great backgrounds for starting cards.)

  325. Monika/buzsy says:

    Fantastic galaxy backgrounds Nina Marie! Love the blue hues… the word die is so perfect… love the style!

  326. RobiW says:

    Beautiful card! Love the background!

  327. Marilyn says:

    Thank you for the video – amazing card.

  328. Chris S. says:

    Really nice galaxy cards. I like your watercolor smooshing method.

  329. Gorgeous card-LOVE!!!

  330. Nana Griffin says:

    A nice job on this galaxy background.

  331. Debbie Hallamek says:

    I love your pretty cards!

  332. Teri S. says:

    Your galaxy cards are out of this world Nina Marie! Wow! The time you spent on the sentiment with all the detail involved was well worth the result. Thanks for the video too! And, thanks for the chance to win.

  333. Di Wong says:

    Your blue background is so vibrant and beautiful. Thanks for sharing your ideas. Yet another great SSS release.

  334. Stacy V says:

    Oooooo, love your galaxy background. Stunning!

  335. Maggie B says:

    Hi Nina ~ This is such a wonderful, out-of-this-world card! Love the smooshing technique for your galaxy card and getting two for the price of one is always a huge bonus! Thanks for sharing and I hope you’re having a fantastic weekend. ~HUGS~
    #kindnessmatters

  336. Greta H says:

    Very creative! These are both so beautiful!

  337. Debbie says:

    Great card, love the watercolor effect.

  338. Debbie says:

    Wow…love the way the card turned out. Great ideas about using all the pieces and watercolor effects. I just bought that watercolor set, need to go play!

  339. Holly Flores says:

    Oh this is so fabulous

  340. Wendy says:

    These turned out Gorgeous!!!! I love the glaxy look, The smooshing technique looks so fun!! I want to try it in a hundred different colors!!!! I also love the way you made your own glitter paper to cut your sentiment out of! Great video and great inspiration!! Thanks for sharing with us <3

  341. Pat Swearingen says:

    great technique

  342. Diane Stricker says:

    Very pretty. I love all the blue and purple colors.

  343. Joan S says:

    Looks like a time consuming procedure, but definitely well worth the time spent- so unique!

  344. Becky Kjer Flammang says:

    Encouraging Words

  345. Linda M. says:

    Love your galaxy background! I’ll definitely give this a try. Great video, too! Thanks!

  346. Rebecca RamirezBarnes says:

    Love love love this card.

  347. Sarah M says:

    Great colors! Very pretty card!

  348. Janet D. says:

    Never get tired of galaxy backgrounds, yours is amazing!

  349. Cynthia Cole says:

    Both cards are wonderful!

  350. Jennifer K says:

    Gorgeous card Nina, I absolutely love the galaxy background you created, your watercolour smooshing technique looks like it was fun to do and had fantastic results!!! Awesome idea to make another card from the left overs too. Thanks for another excellent video tutorial!

  351. Lindar C says:

    Love watec color smooshing, you never know what to expect. Your cards are beautiful.

  352. Barbara Mann says:

    Your cards are fabulous. Love your color combinations.

  353. Patty Eifert says:

    Awesome galaxy!! I have yet to try that smooshing technique…gotta do it soon!!

  354. Jackie Parkins says:

    Your galaxy background is gorgeous, I”m going to give that technique a try. Also, getting two cards from the background is a great idea!

  355. Kari Mayo says:

    So pretty! I love your galaxy background!

  356. Maria B says:

    I like your galaxy background.

  357. Viveca V. says:

    Love the watercolor galaxy and all the details such as the Nuvo glitter embossing paste and the Glossy accents. A bonus is the two cards you get at one sitting. Great ideas!

  358. leslie559 says:

    Love your galaxy! Thank you for sharing

  359. Debbie Selby says:

    Lovely galaxy background

  360. Glenda Lovchik says:

    I love that galaxy background. Will definitely have to try it. Thanks for sharing your die tips.

  361. Betty says:

    always love a twofer – and your two are gorgeous – going to give that watercolour smooshing a try today!!

  362. Meghan G says:

    Marvellous card! I love the way you created the background, I have to try

  363. Teresa Doyle says:

    Both of your cards are gorgeous Nina. Such a fun release!

  364. Aroa says:

    Marvellous card! I love the way you created the background, I have to try.

  365. Linda S. says:

    I find galaxy backgrounds a little intimidating sometimes. I’m definitely going to try your watercolor smooshing technique. Your cards are lovely.

  366. Danielle Dietz says:

    Very cool card. Love the bluesy background!

  367. Marianne says:

    Wonderful card! Love how your way of smooshing gives such a beautiful layered background. Will have to try this myself.

  368. joy meadows says:

    Beautiful cards, Nina Marie! Love them both; great way to get two cards using the leftovers from the first one.

  369. Jane M says:

    Great card! Thanks for the video showing your techniques.

  370. Rachel says:

    Beautiful card, love how you used both the positive & negative

  371. Dolly says:

    So very fun Nina…girl you have the patience of a Saint! :D
    TFS

  372. Wonderful, colorful artsy background for this creation.
    Melissa
    “Sunshine HoneyBee”

  373. Nina, your galaxy background is absolutely gorgeous! You did an amazing job on both of your cards!

  374. Debbie Rumpza says:

    Gorgeous gorgeous cards! So much vivid color…

  375. Lynne T says:

    I love your card! It is absolutely gorgeous.

  376. Monika says:

    Wow! That is a wonderful effect!

  377. Charlotte Sonnenburg says:

    I really enjoyed the video.

  378. Stephanie Wexler says:

    There are so many variations on the galaxy. Love the coloring and the star word cut in the same color style. Very nice!

  379. gorgeous as always. Also love seeing your face now in the videos, keep up the good work!

  380. M. Oertle says:

    Bold and different!

  381. Lizzie T says:

    Gorgeous cards! I love watching your videos – I always learn some new tip or trick plus awesome techniques!

  382. Sharon O says:

    Your work is ALWAYS so meticulous and gorgeous! Thanks for sharing these techniques; your video was very clear and inspiring!

  383. LOVE the galaxy background! Awesome!!!

  384. Nikki Winters says:

    Beautiful card, love the background.

  385. Becca Yahrling says:

    These are so awesome! Your night sky came out beautifully. And I love the
    sentiment in the same colors.

  386. Dale says:

    Love this technique. Beautiful card.

  387. Barb Chmura says:

    Love the die and message! Great card!

  388. Evelyn says:

    Great colors, textures and theme!

  389. Sue LD says:

    Love how you created these cards.

  390. Colleen Howell says:

    Great galaxy background, these always look awesome but I have never tried it myself, a little intimidated by them.

  391. Laura says:

    The Galaxy background is amazing and works perfectly with the sentiment!

  392. Sara Barron says:

    Love your galaxy background!

  393. Mindy Eggen says:

    that looks awesome !! i’m scared to watch your video lol .. every time I do I find something I have to get ! seriously though .. great work!

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