After making a major move to a new home, Alli Miles is joining us again as she introduces two new stamp sets to you this month; Communique (pronounced come-you-na-kay) Curves and Communique Curves Sentiments. Communique Curves would be considered a holiday set upon first glance, but when you really start to look at the amazingly versatile graphics she has included in it, you'll see how it can be used for SO many occasions. Which is always a good thing!
- Communique Curves will be available for purchase on November 15th
- It will retail for $24.
- Communique Curves contains a total of 23 stamps (9 images and 14 sentiments)
To give you the flexibility and versatility that you have come to know Papertrey ink for, Alli has created a companion sentiment set. At only $5, it is a good investment that will carry the graphics in the original set throughout the year.
The details.
- Communique Curves Sentiments will be available for purchase on November 15th
- It will retail for $5 (please note, this does not include a CD case or label).
- Communique Curves Sentiments contains a total of 8 stamps (7 sentiments and 1 image).
I am SO incredibly excited to show you some of the things I have created with these sets! Let's begin, shall we! To showcase the versatility you will discover between these two sets, I created a few holiday cards with Communique Curves, then a second card using the same layout that utilizes one of the sentiments from the coordinating $5 set, turning it into something that has a year-round application.
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This first card uses one of my FAVORITE images from Alli's set, a funky modern tree ornament. I wanted to have something to hang the ornaments from, and what better to use than one of the branch images from Turning a New Leaf (available November 15th as well)! They are stamped in Ripe Avocado, while the ornaments themselves are stamped in Pure Poppy. I did a bit of paper piercing to "hang" the ornaments from the branch.
The sentiment is stamped in the lower corner using True Black ink. Do you not LOVE the fonts Alli selected for the sentiments in these sets? They just make me SO incredibly happy! I used a ruler and pen to draw a 1/2-inch border around the Vintage Cream block. Notice a little bit of that pretty pattern peeking out from underneath the focal point? That's more of the FABULOUS Background Basics: Diamonds (also available November 15th), my new favorite background set! It is stamped with Versamark ink onto Pure Poppy cardstock.
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Now let's change up the colors and turn that design into a thank you card with Asian influences. I got inspired to do this because to me, those ornaments can totally pass as paper lanterns! To switch things up, I stamped the leaves in Smokey Shadow and the *lanterns* in Summer Sunrise. The sentiment is from the small $5 companion set and stamped in True Black ink, just like the original card.
Black rhinestones were added to accent the branches and help create visual balance. A different leaf image from Turning a New Leaf was stamped in Versamark onto Smokey Shadow cardstock to create a decorative mat layer. I am just giddy over how this card has turned out! Definitely will be making more of these!
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This simple holiday card uses a striped square that Alli included in Communique Curves. When I was experimenting, I found that it looked really pretty to have several squares lined up, forming almost a variegated pattern. It also helped that this striped square image coordinates with our 3/4" square punch! I stamped my squares in alternates of Enchanted Evening and Spring Rain. All of the squares were adhered in place with foam dimensionals.
As a special accent to break up all the right angles, I punched a snowflake (marvy yellow extra jumbo) from white cardstock, ran it through my Xyron Sticker Maker and coated it with our Prisma Glitter. I really like how it turned out when it was adhered in place. A perfect, simple touch.
One other little tidbit that I did when creating this project was the "trough" I created for glitter between two scored lines. After the lines were scored, it was very easy to run my 2-way glue pen between them and then sprinkle on some glitter, shaking off the excess. The score lines contained everything and made for a nice & neat accent strip.
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Here's the "flipped" version of the card, this time adapted as an everyday hello card. The hello coming from the $5 mini set. I used my classic rainbow color scheme with the squares this time; (from L to R) terracotta tile, pure poppy, summer sunrise, ripe avocado, and ocean tides. The sentiment is stamped in True Black.
Instead of a glittered snowflake, I added a glittered star (x-large Fiskars). I repeated the same scored & glittered border at the bottom of the card and rounded the corners as well. Love, love, love it when I can use this rainbow scheme. It always makes for such a happy and cheerful card!
To showcase even MORE of the versatility you will discover between these two sets, I have challenged the design team to create a holiday card with Communique Curves, then a second card using the same layout that utilizes on of the images from Communique Sentiments that is an example of a year-round application. Trust me. You aren't going to want to miss one morsel of this!
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CLICK HERE for more from Niki Estes.
There you have it! I don't know about you, but I am BEYOND inspired by all of these amazing ideas. I mean really, how easy is it to just make a couple more cards after you already have the design planned out? What a great way to build up a card stash!
I hope you have enjoyed today's presentation! So what do you think about Communique Curves & Sentiments sets? They are a pretty cool concepts, and we owe them to Alli! Did you learn anything new today? See something you want to try for yourself? Just for taking the time to do so, we are offering up an AMAZING prize package...
- Communique Curves stamp set
- Communique Curves Sentiments stamp set
- Borders & Corners Circle stamp set
- Green Tea Leaves patterned paper
You have until 7am EST, Friday, November 13th to leave a comment and be eligible to win. Please play nice, only one comment per person. One winner will be randomly selected and announced the same day no later than noon EST. The winning announcement will be made on our November Release Winners page.
Alli Miles is showcasing more from her set, Communique Curves.
Dawn McVey has more to show you with Signature Greetings!
Tiffany Pastor stamped another project to share with you using her new set, Christmas Friends.
Lauren Meader has a few more peeks at the November Timeless Templates.
Complete supply lists for all of today's projects can be found HERE.
Wow, I love the modern yet simple feel of this set - uber cool :)
Posted by: Lisa Cole | November 11, 2009 at 11:09 PM
I love all of the cards but Lauren Meaders cards are show stopping. I particularly love how she colored the dots on her paper to match her color theme.Thanks to all of the design team members for sharing some wonderful innovative cards. Ann Lind
Posted by: Ann Lind | November 11, 2009 at 11:10 PM
I really love the stamps and can't wait to see more.
Posted by: Emily W. | November 11, 2009 at 11:10 PM
I've been waiting for another set from Alli and Im not disappointed! Looking forward to seeing the entire set!
Posted by: Wahinelei | November 11, 2009 at 11:14 PM
Another versatile set...a must have! Just love that you are never really 'locked' into one theme with PTI stamps. They are all so versatile. Can't wait to see the rest!
Posted by: Jacque | November 11, 2009 at 11:14 PM
Fab-o sentiments in some of my favorite fonts! And I love the $5 set...that's a great little gift you can tuck into a card and mail to one of your crafting buddies - - especially the ones who don't know PTI. Love the French knots I saw in the previews too - - stunning!
Posted by: Michelle in Boise | November 11, 2009 at 11:17 PM
Wow - fabulous set! I really love the sentiment set too - great font combos. The DT cards have all been so inspiring to look at. Can't wait until the full reveal...
Posted by: nina | November 11, 2009 at 11:18 PM
Fabulous, versatile sets! Wonderful samples and great ideas.
Hugs,
Colleen
Posted by: Colleen | November 11, 2009 at 11:20 PM
oh so cute!! THe design team always does such a nice job such wonderful ideas.
Barbie
Posted by: Barbie Sanchez | November 11, 2009 at 11:20 PM
Awesome stamp sets. I love the versatility in the stamp sets. So fresh and new!
Posted by: Val S | November 11, 2009 at 11:21 PM
Great inspiration to see two different cards made with the same stamps. I love it! The little ornament stamp is so pretty. What a clever idea to make it into a paper lantern for your second card. I am amazed as always. =) Thank you for the chance to win. I would love to try this set out too.
Posted by: Sara Spencer | November 11, 2009 at 11:21 PM
Wow...looks great. The fonts look like they steal the show...just beautiful. Can't wait to see more of the shapes in this set...LOTS of options!
Posted by: Melanie Bray | November 11, 2009 at 11:25 PM
Love all of the sentiments and the cute ornaments. I can't wait to see it in it's entirety. Love everyone's cards - that show such versatility!
Posted by: Stacy | November 11, 2009 at 11:26 PM
Thanks for showcasing the versatility of another wonderful set. And once again, the sentiments and fonts are fab!
Posted by: Karie B | November 11, 2009 at 11:27 PM
So inspired, as always! I adore this concept! I can see now why so many of the DT girls were so excited about this month's release. I'd be bursting at the seems, too, if I'd been holding the details of this release in! I'll be sitting down first thing tomorrow to create a Christmas card and other theme card in the same layout. Love it. Oh, and Communique Curves and the matching sentiment set are officially on my must-have list. Counting the minutes until midnight on the 15th!
Posted by: Wendy T. | November 11, 2009 at 11:28 PM
Your "jolly" card morphed into a "thank you" are so elegant and lovely. Love all the leaves and the ornament turned into a paper lantern. Why can't I say no to anything you do (and sell)???? Love it all. Love the simplicity and elegance. Love the trough for glitter. Love running the design through the border and off the edges. My lordy, they are exquisite!
Posted by: Marcia Truslow | November 11, 2009 at 11:29 PM
I love that this set isn't season specific. It helps us get more for our money. These cards are amazing!
Posted by: Andrea | November 11, 2009 at 11:31 PM
What a brilliant set! I always love versatile sets. I love your simple yet gorgeous cards. Thank you for another great month. Your design team made me speechless.
Posted by: Sunny Penn | November 11, 2009 at 11:33 PM
Wow! I can see right now that these sets are going to be must haves. Best release ever!
Posted by: Cathy | November 11, 2009 at 11:34 PM
I'd love to win these! I LOVE the sentiments in this set and of course the ornament image!!! :)
Posted by: Sarah N. | November 11, 2009 at 11:37 PM
What a versatile set! The design team has done an amazing job in showcasing it!
Posted by: Melisa Hunter | November 11, 2009 at 11:38 PM
I love how versatile this set is! That is clever that you can use it for holiday cards or any occasion. And the fonts in the set are amazing! I love the modern, clean look of it. It really accents the cards beautifully!
Posted by: Monica K | November 11, 2009 at 11:39 PM
Amazing!!! I really like the cards using the striped blocks, and the sentiments just top it off perfectly! I can't wait to see the entire set. Thanks girls for such awesome inspiration!
Posted by: Marge | November 11, 2009 at 11:40 PM
What a brilliant set, so versatile! I love your simple and gorgeous cards. Your design team made me speechless and thank you for another great month of wonderful sets!
Posted by: Alyssa B | November 11, 2009 at 11:41 PM
Love all the simple, classic card designs. This set looks like another great versatile PTI intro--charming designs and fabulous font!
Posted by: Sharron Gregory | November 11, 2009 at 11:44 PM