Use Up Those Backgrounds! Shine On Blog Hop with Simon Says Stamp
I love getting inky and creating batches of backgrounds… but after a while, the backgrounds I create during my play sessions start to add up and I need to use them! Do you have the same problem?
Oftentimes when I have a surplus of backgrounds that need to get used, I find that a cover plate die is a great way to incorporate them into a card. The new Falling Stars die from Simon Says Stamp’s Shine On release is a GREAT all-purpose background that can be used any time of year—which I hope is illustrated in the cards I’m sharing today using it.
One of my cards is more generic—you could use this for encouragement, birthdays, and more. I cut the Falling Stars from this bright, watercolored background and paired it with Simon Says Stamp’s 3D Cone, Craft Fluffs, and Having Fun sets to make these sweet cotton candy pieces. I love the silver bursts and bolds colors across this card.
The other card is obviously holiday-themed, which goes to show you that these stars are perfect for all seasons! I matched up the stars with a Snow Laden Trees die set… covered with White Heat and Fluff for the ultimate snow effect! I also added Chunky Rock Candy glitter for extra snow-sparkle. The new Nostalgic Christmas Greetings stamp and die set added the perfect sentiment on my card.
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BLOG HOP DETAILS
KEEP HOPPING: If you have just started hopping along with us, your next stop is Heather Hoffman’s blog! If you would like to see the entire hop list, you can find that at the Simon Says Stamp Blog!
FREE GIFT: With any purchase of Simon Says Stamp Shine On release products, you will get the Deco Blossoms 3×4 stamp set FREE with your purchase. No code required!
GIVEAWAY: Want to win $25 to shop at Simon Says Stamp? Leave a comment here on my blog for a chance to win! Simon Says Stamp will announce the winners on their blog.
MORE INSPIRATION: Also be sure to check out the Simon Says Stamp Blog Galleries for additional inspiration using the release. We all inspire each other and this is a great resource that I use personally to see ideas using the products from this collection!
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So fun and bright!!!
I love the background and layers!
So cool! What a treat!
Love how you used the star cover die with your backgrounds to celebrate 2 completely different celebrations. I enjoy making different backgrounds, but usually use alcohol inks. Must try water coloring ones! Yes, the cotton candy card shouts celebrate in a fun way!
Love the texture
LOVE the cotton candy card!! And those backgrounds are amazing! I’d love to watch you make some of those!
Absolutely beautiful! Love the backgrounds.
Love the cotton candy card *especially* the background!
Amazing cards!
oh love how you have used these backgrounds – very creative – the cotton candy card is so darn cute
Great cards! Love the cotton candy!
I love the star background and the sweet treat.
Love these cards! Love the backgrounds and the Star die cut.
What great cards. Especially love the nostalgia of your Christmas card.
Thanks for showing background techniques. I enjoy watching your videos.
Wow! I love the texture on your cards- fabulous! The fluff and cotton candy are super cool!
Great ideas! Thanks for the inspiration to get noving!
Cute cards Nina! The cotton candy one is darling!
great use of colors to make your cards. Love the cotton candy!
Sweet! Great star backgrounds and cotton candy is cute.
Fabulous inspiration! Love the texture on the cotton candy and winter tree cards.
How fantastic and fun are these! Thank you for sharing your inspiration! I love this new release.
Beautiful cards! I love the stars and the white fluff!
Wonderful cards!! Love the flocking on the trees 🌳 and your backgrounds are fantastic. Thanks for sharing your amazing talents.
Thanks for sharing your creativity!
Love your cards.
How fabulously FUN! These are magnificent!
Very creative cards. Such a different style!
That star cover plate is on my wishlist along with the happy birthday. So fun , so versatile in my stash to make lots of cards. Lovely backgrounds Nina!
Your backgrounds are gorgeous! The star coverplate is brilliant, great cards!
I love your cards. I really like all the texture and dimension.
Amazing backgrounds! Thanks for sharing.
Oh, I really love that cotton candy!
These are so fun Nina. LOVE the bold rich colours. Just gorgeous and love seeing the puffy paint on the Christmas trees, fab! xoxo
I like the primitive look of your Christmas card. It’s reminiscent of a Grandma Moses painting. Strong work
I love the falling stars wafer die
To quote one of my favorite movies, “It’s so fluffy! I’m going to die!” (Despicable Me) I love the dimension on these cards!
Fabulous!! I just love how you used the stars for a holiday card, great idea.
I am loving the cotton candy!
Just love these cards!
I love the stars. The Christmas card is lovely.
These are fabulous cards
These are amazing!!!!
Love the nod to Christmas card! Versatile products! Love it!
Cool summer card! Love it! Thanks for sharing!
Such beautiful cards! I love watching you create. It always inspires me!
These re such fun cards!
Terrific cards! The cotton candy is so cute, and I love the fluffy snow on the trees. Great uses of the cover plate and inky backgrounds.
I love the 4th of July card. Wonderful cards.
Ah Christmas in July!
Love your use of the star plate!
Glad to see inspiration! I miss you on YouTube 😢
Amazing cards Nina Marie. Love the mixed media background with those stars! The fluff looks fabulous on the trees! Thanks for the inspiration!
Love the colors and textures of these cards
OMG! I love how creative you are with the background stamps. Your cards dimension is phenomenal! I always look forward to seeing your creations. Thank you so much!
I love that you did a Christmas and just general example using the same die. That is helpful! Great work on these.
Love all the texture and dimension in your cards.
Love seeing the opposite seasons. The versatitlity is wonderful.
OMG! I LOVE the dimension! These are amazing!!!
Great cards, that cotton candy is delicious.
Awesome cards! Love the designs you used with the Falling Star backgrounds! Versatile cover plate!
Love the backgrounds and “fluff” on these gorgeous cards. I watched the floral video yesterday too, it’s a gorgeous card and great inspiration!
Beautiful cards!!! Love your snowy trees!!!
Something old, something Fabulous
Love all your work. You are very talented. Thank you for sharing. Where do you get all of your “sauce” dishes. What a great idea and for gifts for crafty friends.
Amazing cards, the candy floss just looks so real and totally edible! Wonderful new collection, and fantastic inspiration from the blog hop. Thanks so much for the chance to win xx
Thanks for the pro tips. Lovely cards
I really need to pull out my backgrounds and start using them. Thanks for the inspiration and I always love seeing what you have come up with!
I was just using up some old backgrounds yesterday…I love what you did with yours here!
Adorable!
Soooo fun! Love the blue and pink fluff!
You are so inspirational … always! Great ideas. :-)
They are so fun!! You know what holiday the card is conveying, which makes it more fun.
Love the star plate and how you used it in these cards. Thanks for sharing
Wow! Nina! Your cards are beautiful! And I love that star backgound!
Thanks for the great inspiration for backgrounds.
Love your cards they are very pretty. I like the texture and dimension they have. Awesome.
Great cards! Looking forward to watching your video..