I couldn’t resist the BIRD BANTER stamp set featured in the Occasions Catalog.  Animal sets are a favorite and I loved playing with these characters. I own a Brother “Scan-N-Cut” machine that I use when SU does not offer dies or famelits for their stamp sets. I have found it great fun to stamp and color a sheet of figures and then cut them out for card making. What I love about this method is that I am able to cut a stack of figures I can use for a batch of cards or save later when needed. It saves time so you can focus on creating your card.
Though the stamp set comes with a branch…I used the Layered Leaves 3D Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder to create a textured background for my figure. Each of these lovely bird figures have such character and personality…I really didn’t want to crowd my card with all of them. So, I choose instead to use one per card and I was able use the coordinating ribbon from either the Annual Catalog or from the SHIMMER RIBBON PACK that is FREE during Sale-a-bration for accent. The colors Basic Grey, Bermuda Bay and Calypso Coral worked into the color scheme perfectly…such bright and happy colors for these tropical birds!
I added the Adhesive Backed Sequins (part of the Tutti-Fruiti suite) from the Occasions Catalog for a bit of color and sparkle.  I love these sequins because they are so EASY to apply to your project…and I really hope SU adds some more products to the upcoming new catalog this spring.
I used the PRETTY LABEL Punch for the sentiment because it looked like a “dialogue” bubble. I hope you will consider this fun group to add to your craft room…I love ’em!
Price: $17.00
A little birdie told me that you need this all-purpose stamp set for all of the occasions in your life. Smart birdie.
Price: $9.00
3D Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folders. It’s easy to make a great impression! Just place flat cardstock in this embossing folder, run it through the Big Shot, and out comes cardstock with a bold textured design. Textured Impressions Embossing Folders make deep, crisp impressions—great for card fronts and accents.
Price: $18.00
Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. And there’s no better way to cut out stamped images—many of our stamp sets have coordinating punches. Create labels for 3D projects or focal points for tags and cards.
Price: $7.00