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Simon Says Stamp Good Vibes Release Blog Hop (Card Share + Video)

Simon Says Stamp Good Vibes Release Blog Hop (Card Share + Video)

Hello crafty friends! I hope you are having a good vibes kind of day because it’s blog hop time for the brand new Good Vibes release from Simon Says Stamp! If you’ve just arrived here from the amazing Kristina Werner’s blog, I welcome you warmly and with, what else? GOOD vibes!

Today I’m sharing a card that features two cool new die sets: the Simon Says Stamp Hibiscus Flower Frame and a classic new alpha die set from me, CZ Design, called Everett Solid Letters. (Note: these new dies are on reserve and will ship on July 15. More details on the product description in the Simon store.)

Everett Solid Letters are a classic sans serif, lower case die set, perfect for card making sentiments or scrapbook page titles. And, I designed a matching numbers set, too. (Also coming to the shop on July 15, but you can reserve it today!)

The Hibiscus Flower Frame is just too cool for school, definitely giving off that Good Vibes feeling!

I decided to make a clean and simple card with just a pop of color to really support the gorgeous floral frame and then just added a super simple ‘hi’ as my sentiment by cutting Everett Solid Letters and stacking them.

Check out my video to see how I created this simple, graphic card!

THE GOOD VIBES BLOG HOP DETAILS: Simon Says Stamp is giving away a $25 coupon at every single stop on the hop! Those are some GOOD vibes, am I right? Winners will be chosen over the weekend and posted on the Simon blog next Wednesday. Simple leave a comment on my blog today and you’re entered for a chance to win. Simple as that! Now, here is the list of stops in today’s hop!

Simon Says Stamp Blog 

Jennifer McGuire

Kristina Werner

Cathy Zielske—you are here!

Nichol Spohr

Nina-Marie Trapani

Jessica Frost-Ballas

Amanda Korotkova

Suzy Plantamura

Kathy Racoosin

Anna Kossakovskaya

Bibi Cameron

Elena Salo

Heather Hoffman

Gayatri Murali

Thanks for stopping by!

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Comments

  10. FD91354 says

    These look like great versatile letter dies. Great release from Simon Says Stamps!

  12. Peggy Fullbright says

    I think you did a wonderful job blending! The card is so cute! Thank you for sharing your talent!

  13. FD91354 says

    Not seeing my comment, so trying again. Love the look of these die letters. They look like they’d be the perfect size for so many ideas!

  17. Sharon O says

    Gorgeous card from this wonderful release! Love your Everett alpha; very versatile design.

  19. Janice says

    Beautifully crafted card using the new hibiscus frame die. Love the colours. Thanks for the video!

  23. Kelly B. says

    I love the beautiful colors on this card and I love these new letters. Are they the same size as the archie?

  26. Shelley says

    Great tip using the misti to line up your card front with the backer card!!!! Those are always difficult to do and this makes it a breeze!!

  38. Karrie L. says

    Love this card! Beautiful yet pretty simple! Love your die design! Thank you for sharing!

  39. Theresa Grdina says

    Your card is beautiful!!! And I am patiently waiting for your die set to come back in availability….It’s a GREAT die set – very versatile!!! Can’t wait.

  47. Lisa Byers says

    I love tropical flowers and this die is perfect!! The background colors are beautiful!

  53. Lisa K says

    Beautiful card! I am not great at ink blending either. I agree that Laura needs to create an ink blending class. I took her Craftsy class and she did ink blend there, but more inspiration would be wonderful.

  54. Judy B says

    Great card with the new die. I love the multi-colored look that you did with it. Thanks for sharing with us.

  58. Marsha Guskey says

    Beautiful card! Love the flower and I think your ink blending is great. Thanks!

  60. Tracy Chambers says

    Hi Cathy,
    Love this card, the colours are beautiful together. I also love the addition of the droplets, makes me think of early morning flowers.
    Take care
    Tracy

  68. Stef Perry says

    Beautiful card Cathy! And I love the alpha and number dies you designed, they are sized perfectly for cards; definitely going in my shopping cart!

  72. Sabrina Radican says

    WOW!! What a beautiful card and thank you for the tip about lining up your card with the MISTI to get it perfect! I will definitely be using that trick from now on!!

  73. joy meadows says

    This card is simply gorgeous! Love the simplicity of it. The new alphabet dies are so versatile and the perfect size for card making.

  74. Jan Francis says

    Cathy, I I love the simplicity and versatility of your Everett alphabet. Looking forward to adding it to my stash.

  75. Charlotte Deerborn says

    You made lining up the color of the leaf look easy though I know it wasn’t.

  83. barbara lassiter says

    This is a beautiful card. For some reason, I couldn’t get the video to play, but I will try again later, since I want to see the creation process! 🙂

  87. Jeannie F says

    I am totally feeling good vibes over this hibiscus die! Love the colors you used. I always enjoy your videos. Thanks
    P.S. Kristina says you need to go for a run ha ha!

  93. Annette Konicek says

    I love the hibiscus die cut, I may have to have it. Your coloring makes it Pop!

  95. Arlene P. says

    What a beautiful CAS card Cathy! I love all that you have created for SSS and own quite a few.

  96. Kari VanNoy says

    It’s beautiful! And yeah, I have cap problems too. Lol. Still trying all sorts of options. BUT in the meantime, I think I need this die!!

  98. Heather Nelson says

    Gorgeous!! Love your summery color blending with that amazing hibiscus die!

  102. Kris says

    Looks like another set of nice things to tempt me to buy!! My budget is going to crash!

  103. Mirjam Fidder says

    Beautiful card. Love the colors you used, great summer colors, bright and happy. Great letters dies

  106. Lindar C says

    I use my MISTI for the same thing, I am terrible at getting the panel on the base. Very pretty card.

  111. peppermintpenguin says

    you keep saying you are bad at blending. that looks GOOD to me. However, you and Laura on the same soundtrack…well that would be an event and a half. Make it so.

    you are very ept. but when you are inept, a bit, it gives me confidence. cos *some* people are never inept in videos and it sets the bar too high for the mess I am actually capable of. (yes, also lack of practice, but I have *reasons*).

  112. Heather Innusa says

    Oh my goshness this is pretty dang amazing! That flow is so pretty the way you’ve colored it and ALWAYS GREAT PRODUCTS!!

  114. Michele W says

    Such a happy card! Don’t worry if you aren’t perfect at ink blending because it looks great on this card. Love your new alpha and number dies.

  123. Cathy Lillie says

    Love the clean look of your card! The hibiscus die is so beautiful that a little ink blending is all it needs. The simple sentiment is perfect for this card!

  124. cyndi morris says

    That is beautiful. I love the technique. The Hibiscus Flower Frame is one of my favorites from this release.

  128. Carol Henderson says

    How bright and sunny your card is! If someone were to ask my to describe a hibiscus flower to them, I would probably describe the one you just created.

  130. Aimee LaCroix Slocum says

    Love this! Your flower really pops out and the greeting is simple and perfect!

  131. Cindyellen Robinson says

    I think your blending is top notch- and your letter set is the first one ive really liked. Thank you!!!

  134. DebbieP says

    Love your card. Thank you for the great tip on how your line up the front of you card. I love it. The new release is great.

  136. Katrine (treen) says

    I have never been a great blender either! You have inspired me to go try it with my oxide inks! I loved your card and what a great video! Hugs, treen

  137. Barbara-Jean says

    Just love this hibiscus die! Each of you on this blog so far has made an amazing card with it! It would lift my spirits if I won!

  138. Mindy Drummond says

    I am really loving the hibiscus die and the colors/style you used really scream summer to me, I love it!

  142. Annette Gordon says

    WOW!! What a beautiful cards. I just love the colours! Also thanks for the tip about lining up your card with the MISTI to get it perfect! I will be using this trick from now on.

  144. Maureen Reiss says

    Really Beautiful card!!! I’m cursed when it comes to caps clogging too!!!

  145. Kathy P. says

    Love those big alphas and numbers! And that hibiscus is awesome. Thanks for the great inspiration!

  148. Cindy Holmes says

    Cathy, I just want to tell you that I think your stamp blending is FANTASTIC! Don’t put yourself down! You are an AMAZING artist! This card is absolutely GORGEOUS! And I really enjoyed watching your video! It was really very helpful! I am a newbie to card making and I really learned a lot from it! Thank you!

  153. Cindy says

    1. your card is gorgeous.
    2. Thank you for sharing you talent and your lovely hilarious comments.
    3. GO TAKE A RUN (lol, little birdie told me to do it)

  154. Cind says

    Love your color choices.
    Beautiful card.
    Thank you for sharing and your hilarious comments and making me smile.
    NOW TAKE A RUN (lol, a little birdie told me to do it)

  156. Lori Kobular says

    That hibiscus die is so beautiful, I think I have to get one! Love your alphabet and numbers and the colors on your hibiscus are gorgeous!

  159. Leanne in Cali says

    Love your idea for this great card with that beautiful new floral die! The background is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your fun video!!

  160. Angela says

    Love this. You make it look simple and I love how honest you are. I have issue’s blending as well..lol

  163. Becky Green says

    LOL I LOVED your video Cathy! 😉 (((Hugs))) back for all those who didn’t love your video! LOL I’M SURE EVERYONE LOVED IT THOUGH! 😉 SUPER CARD! LOVE your new font die! 😉 AND I LOVE your idea for lining up your card front with your Misti! (Now, to remember to do that! LOL ) 😉

  164. Jennifer says

    Beautiful cards, Cathy! I am loving your product designs. You are rocking the card/stamp/die world and we love ya!!

  165. Deb Curtis says

    Love the yellow with the other colors. Especially like the way you line up the flower layer then remove and use the dobbers to apply the colors. Very clever how you use the Misti to line up the layers perfectly. Beautiful job.

  169. Megan N says

    I need to try your MISTI alignment trick! Laura has a definite gift with the light-handed ink blending. She has tremendous patience to start light and build it up. Also, whenever I see your name, I hear her voice saying it. It’s usually kind of a “Come on down, you’re the next contestant on Price is Right” tone. 🙂

  173. Mel H says

    Another lovely and simply beautiful card. So glad you crossed over to the card side!

  178. Kitty Tatman says

    I believe this is one of my favorite releases that Simon has ever put out. Great job on your coloring. And I love the new alphabet dies!

  191. Stefanie White says

    I really love this new alphabet and can’t wait to see it in more cards! Your card is great too!

  193. Jane Sirak says

    Love your card. That Die is so pretty.
    I need to go to blending school too. I am afraid I do not have the patience…??

  194. Loly Borda says

    I always think that your alphabets stamps or dies are the best ever! I love your card, those vibrant summery colors behind the white die cut flower really stand out! TFS Now, go for a run (Kristina ask me to tell you so! 🙂 ).

  195. Anna says

    Your cards are always so pretty, Cathy, and I LOVE watching your videos! Oh, isn’t it time for your run? (Kristina says it is…)

  200. Kathy Ferguson says

    I think the Hibiscus Flower Frame is one of my favorites of Simon Says release. The card you made using it is beautiful. Love the pastel colors you chose. Thanks for the inspiration.

  204. Dawn Jones says

    I love the flower dies that Simon Says offers. They are so beautiful and fun to use. Thanks for showing a summery card with this new die.

  207. Carolyn S says

    What a lovely card that could be used for so many occasions with a simple sentiment change. But your best tip was aligning card panels! Making good use of my MISTI tool yet again. (and hahah to the hugs for your video detractors)

  210. Denise Kitts-Wadlow says

    I LOVE that Hibiscus flower, and the ink blended colors are so bright and cheerful! I love bright colors, especially on days like today–rainy, drab, dreary day. Thanks for sharing!

  211. Tamara Lewis says

    Love the summery colors, very elegant. But you can’t fool me, whenever any of you say simple…I still seem to struggle to imitate such beautiful artwork! I kep telling my husband I need to keep practicing, gee darn.

  214. Miesje Flach says

    I love this! I had to place it in my cart! I really like the simplicity of the card – great background!

  218. Karen Hale says

    Lovely, lovely card. Like all the versatile coloring techniques using this die.

  221. Barbara says

    Love your ideas!! I hope I purchased those alpha dies – if not, I’ll be going back and spending more money! 🙂

  222. Michelle Hackett says

    Love this hibiscus die. I live in Florida where this flower is every where you go. Can’t wait to get this.

  225. Jenn Hutt says

    Hey Cathy,

    thank you so much for sharing your beautiful card with us. I love the simplicity of it and I love watching your videos!

    XOXO Jenn

  228. Gail Alcorn says

    Love this card! I think the hibiscus die is my favorite from this release, but I love it all! Thanks for the glueing in the Misti trick!

  232. Lynn says

    Gorgeous! I can’t wait to try this technique! I have one of the other – I think Dahlia frames. Thanks for sharing!

  233. Lisa says

    Beautiful card! I love that die! I think that is my favorite of the whole release this time! Thanks for the inspiration!

  234. Lisa says

    Beautiful card! I love that die! I think that is my favorite of the whole release this time! Thanks for the inspiration!

  240. Miriam Prantner says

    The background for your die is so pretty and I love how clean that new font is!

  241. Denise Mlady says

    Simple but beautiful! I think your ink blending is great and I like the new letter dies.

  242. Billie A says

    Your card is beautiful. I love how you did the flower color. Awesome idea. I love Love LOVE the alphabet dies. They look like they are the perfect size to create words you can use on an A2..

  245. Denise Bryant says

    Love the alpha dies and that gorgeous flower die! The alpha and number dies are super versatile!

  250. Lynn Violet says

    That Hibiscus die is awesome. Many really nice cards made with it so far. I live in Florida…..so it might be a mandatory addition to my die collection, right?

  251. CherriB says

    Beautiful card Cathy! We have so many pictures from Hawaii – makes this die a must have for me!

  253. sandym says

    Your beautiful watercolor background is the perfect way to showcase this gorgeous die! Love it!

  254. Leslie L. says

    Love the card; your alpha is great. I never thought to use my misti to help line up the card and the panel to keep everything straight…it is those simple things that we don’t think about. Thank you for the great inspiration.

  255. Lee says

    Like the card, love the letters but wow the takeaway for this chronic mis-aligner is to tuck one in the corner of the Misti and then layer on it to get things straight. Can not wait to try it!

  256. Lisa Tilson says

    Absolutely beautiful card. Love the blended colours and the stacked HI, looks fabulous!

  267. Denise Ward says

    Lovely card featuring some great new products from SSS!! I really like your use of color for the background!

  268. Carol Jones says

    LOL! I think most of us have a bit of every kind of adhesive known to man! Great card, love the simplicity of it. BTW, Kristina said to tell you to go for a run!

  272. Gab says

    I’m in love with this alpha – didn’t realise it was yours! Now it makes sense as it’s so you!

  273. SherylH says

    Love your card — so much colour and dimension but simple too! And thanks for your tip on using the corner of the Misti to line up your card layers — a definite “ah-ha” moment.

  274. DUMONTIER Marjorie says

    That’s such a beautiful card! These colours are stunning !!
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  284. Tammy B says

    Beautiful card! Loved the video and seeing your smiling face in the shiny new cutting plates! ? CZ – keepin’ it real!