Hello! Today I have something very special to share with all of you and I also have a giveaway to thank you for being my loyal subscribers and viewers. I have an utter pleasure to introduce you to a new stamp company called Colorado Craft Company. They are new to me as well and I was delighted to learn a little bit more about them and get to play with their products.
I have 3 cards to share with you all featuring their new Big & Bold stamp line, the new designs for July 2019. These are available exclusively at Simon Says Stamp for the first 2 days after the launch, so July 3rd and July 4th, and after that, on July 5th they will also become available on the Colorado Craft Company’s website.
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VIDEO TUTORIAL
Watch my video tutorial below or on Youtube to learn how I made the cards I’m sharing today.
BIG & BOLD SETS BY COLORADO CRAFT COMPANY
These stamp sets do have a bit of a higher price point, but they are larger in size and are very practical for those who like to color. Each of the Big & Bold sets features one large size image that easily takes up the entire space of an A2 card and the stamp sets also have a number of coordinating sentiments done in various styles to complement the image.
The images in these have a lot of detail to them and I’ve found that to be extremely helpful when it comes to coloring them. I love to color, but I’m not an expert at any kind of coloring, so I try to get all the help I can and having that detail on these stamps is very practical.
I have 3 sets from this series, the Sweetest Birthday Cone, Birthday Cake, and Sweet Friend Cupcake.
Because of the size of these images, you have the freedom to really go to town with your favorite coloring mediums and add as many details as you like. You also have a lot of room to dress up your cards with additional mediums and add in more detail with a white pen for example, or glossy accents or even some glitter for a nice sugary finish on these.
CARD DETAILS
I love the look of pop art and so this has inspired me to use the kind of colors and type of coloring for these cards to make them look like pop art.
I started by stamping the image outline in alcohol marker friendly ink on white paper. My coloring medium of choice these days is alcohol markers. In fact, I just got some re-inkers for my stash and I can now really go all out when it comes to coloring with my markers. A few years ago I was so intimidated by Copic coloring I’d only color the tiniest images where it was impossible to do any shading or blending, so it was more like coloring using just one marker and adding little bits of color.
I know a lot of you are intimidated by coloring, it doesn’t matter what coloring medium it is, it’s just scary and I get it, it’s still scary for me at times as well. But I don’t let the fear of messing up stop me from having fun and enjoying the process. So what if I don’t color it perfectly? It’s not a race, it’s not a competition, it’s a pleasant past time, it’s meant to help you relax and unwind, forget about your problems and just do something to enjoy yourself.
The marker colors I used are the following:
- R39, R27, R24, R22, and R20 for the cherry;
- C3, C1 and O markers to color the frosting;
- E33, E31, and E51 to color the cone;
- YG03 to color the stem on the cherry;
- RV19, RV17, RV14, RV13, RV11, and RV10 to color the ice cream
- B00 and B000 to color the background.
To help me color these images I went on Pinterest and I looked up colored images on ice cream, cupcakes, and cake slices. It was very helpful to see how other people have colored similar images in the past and that gave me some ideas in regards to my coloring here.
Copic markers used: Y21 (background), BG18, BG13, BG11 (cupcake wrapper); RB34, RV11, RV10 (cupcake); YG03, G94, G99 (leaves); R20, R22, R24, R27, R39 (strawberry)
To achieve that pop art look I also colored the background on my images. This is not something everyone likes to do for various reasons, some people like a white background, some don’t like to use of all marker ink to color the background, and some just don’t have the time. I personally love a nonwhite background. I do like to use the chisel nib of my marker for speedy coloring and then I just come back with the brush nib and add more color next to the stamped outline.
Copic markers used: RV10 (background); BG18, BG13, BG11 (cake); E51, E31, Y15, Y17 (cream)
Finally, to finish the card I stamped my sentiment – it reads “Sending sweet wishes your way”. I overlapped the ice cream quite a bit to have a one layer card. I also used a white Sakura pen in size 8 and 10 to add some white dots to the image – they add a nice touch to the finished card. And I used a white pen to color over the black outline that marks the highlight on the cherry.
To add some sugar to my card I used Nuvo Glitter Accents and coated the frosting on the top of the ice cream and finally use Glossy Accents to coat the cherry on top!
GIVEAWAY (NOW CLOSED)
Now let’s talk giveaway! I have 6 stamp sets to give way to 6 of you (3 Big & Bold sets shown here plus the 3 sets from the Lovely Legs collection shown below.
To enter the giveaway, subscribe to my blog newsletter, you can do so HERE and comment below letting me know which of the cards shared today you like the most.
I’ll pick winners over the weekend on July 6th or 7th and will email you to notify if you’ve won.
Winners are Linda Walmsley, ROSALIE JOHNSON, Terri W, Sandy T, Bonnie T., and Shanikka Gilbert. Winners have been contacted (if you don’t see an email from me, please check your SPAM folder). Congratulations!
SUPPLIES
I’m listing the products I used below. Click on the link to go directly to the product. Where available I use compensated affiliate links which means if you make a purchase I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you so much for your support!
Use code HPY4TH for 15% off SITEWIDE at Simon Says Stamp
 Colorado Craft Company Big and Bold Birthday Cake Shop at: SSS |
 Colorado Craft Company Big and Bold Sweetest Birthday Cone Shop at: SSS |
 Colorado Craft Company Big and Bold Sweet Friendship Cupcake Shop at: SSS |
 Neenah 110 Lb Solar White Cardstock Shop at: SSS | AZ |
 Simon Says Stamp Black Cardstock Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Ink Pad Intense Black Ink Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 Versamark Watermark Emboss Ink Pad Shop at: SSS | HA | AZ |
 Sakura Classic White Gelly Roll Pens Set of 3 Shop at: SSS |
 Tonic Fresh Snowfall Nuvo Glitter Accents Shop at: SSS |
 Hero Arts Heat Embossing Gun Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 Hero Arts White Embossing Powder Shop at: SSS | SC | HA | AZ |
 Ranger Glossy Accents Glue Dimensional Adhesive Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 EK Success Powder Tool Applicator Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Misti Stamping Tool Shop at: SSS | SC | AZ |
 Copic Markers Shop at: SSS |
I love love the ice cream cone card. The coloring is vibrant and the size of this stamp is awesome! Just love it,
Hello! I totally agree for a true pop art look needs color in it the background – besides it looks better too! Lol! So many cute choices I like them all Ice cream isone of my favorite snacks… And all those legs on the homestead is super cute – that cat trying to trip up the one walking lol reminds me of here, home. You are super talented love watching your YouTube Channel.. keep rocking girl.
I absolutely love them all, but I truly believe life is too short to say no to cake!!!! So that card would be my favourite. I can’t wait for all the sets to be available so I can purchase the pet lovely legs stamp set. Gorgeous
Great cards. Love the ice cream with the coloured background
I just love the ‘sweet’ cards you copic colored today! I think the ice cream cone is my favorite.(with or without the blue background)..I have many copic markers, but hardly use them…they intimidate me! You made it look so fun and easy. I’m hoping to get this stamp set…and will look to see if I have a stamp that says: You’re the cherry on top. Thanks for sharing your talent.
I love your work Yana! I have to agree with you about coloring. What I find myself doing is getting myself all nervous about coloring because there are so many seasoned cardmakers that are just exceptional. so I have to stop comparing myself and just focus on getting better. I would have to say that the cupcake is probaly my fav! Thank You for the chance at the giveaway and TFS
I love all the cards you made but the ice cream cone was fun to watch you color.
I love the copic coloring of the ice cream cone. I agree with you I think the images look better with a colored background. Thanks for sharing your designs.
These new stamps are just fabulous! The leg stamps did not appeal to me, but I love how big and bold the sweet treats stamps are.
I’t hard to pick a favourite card. I love them all, but I do love how you’ve coloured the ice cream cone, so I will pick that one as my favourite. I think your coloured backgrounds look awesome and add to the pop art look.
Awesome cards, Yana! Love the bright colors you used & these big images. My favorite is the birthday cake card. The colors are wonderful & the sentiment is perfect!
Looks like a fun new company with a fresh take on stamping. I love your cupcake card. Looks yummy. Thanks for the chance to win.
Wow, what’s a big image! I love the big ice cream that you color with light blue background. Adding the glossy to the cherry, the ice cream looks even real and get dimensions. I love the size of the image that cover the whole card. I can use it as background as well. Great stamps!
I think my favorite card was the ice cream cone. I love your color choices and enjoyed watching the coloring. I, too, love to color with Copic Markers. The large ice cream cone was cooling looking and since it has been so hot in Florida in recent weeks, it made me want to eat or color some ice cream!
I love them all but I love the cupcake card the most!!
WOW! 3 beautiful cards. I love the ice cream card the most. Love big stamps because I make 5×7 inch cards. Thanks for the chance to win.
Love these new oversized stamps! I especially love the slice of cake. After seeing the cards I am going to have to try and color the backgrounds
Great stamp sets,I would be thrilled to win .
I love the Lovely Legs running set
All 4 of my kids run…and what fun those stamps would be to send to them when they race! Love your hints and tips on coloring!
All 3 look great but I think my favorite is the ice cream cone.
I love the size of these stamps. Such fun. I do like the color background better than the white.
They’re all very beautiful cards. My favorite is the one with the cupcake. I don’t have Copic markers yet but I think I will purchase some. Thanks for the chance.
All of the new sets are awesome! I love the sentiment “Life is too short to say no to cake”, so I would have to pick the Birthday Cake set as my favorite. I know I’d use that one a LOT.
i liked the cupcake. especially the cherry. i am new to copic. i guess anything is better with practice. -cindy
I love all the cards but the cupcake is my favorite because I could use it with other stamps and dies that I have.
I love the color blending you did on video..that was huge stamp.. thank you for showing the size of the image with the help of a2 card..it was mind blowing.i love the cone icecream card. Especially the cherry..
What an awesome set! Your coloring is impeccable! Love the ice cream cone the most!
I love the ice cream cone! It’s so different from other “sweet treat” stamps! So much fun watching you!o I also love the stamp with the kitty!!
All of the cards look so delicious!! I think my favorite is the ice cream. It looks so creamy and cold. I love how you colored it too!! I think this company is great, I love their Lovely Legs stamps.
It’s way too difficult to choose which of your cards is my fav. You know Yana how much I love your work! You made every dessert pop from the cardstock. Brilliant work! I love all 3.
Hi Yana. I’ve been following you on YouTube for a few months now and I enjoy your style very much and appreciate the inspiration you provide and well just wanted to say thanks. The new stamp sets are very exciting to me as I like coloring AND enjoy dessert everyday even if just a small bite. So, my favorite? That would have to be the big piece of cake. But technically, the cupcakes are cakes as well so…. As an aside, the fonts are all very cool too. Thanks again!
I like all of the cards <3 Brilliant designs. But the cake is amazing
This is a new name to me as well and I like the stamps a lot. I think I like the cupcake card the best of the 3 but they are all lovely.
All three cards are so fabulous! It’s been so hot where I live, I’m going to have to say that I like the ice cream cone card the best. Thanks for sharing!
Your cards are gorgeous- your coloring is fantastic! ! I do like the colored backgrounds as they make the images really pop! The size of these images are awesome. I’m intrigued by this new company- looking forward to seeing more of their products!
All three cards are fabulous! It’s been so hot where I live, that I have to say I like the ice cream cone card the best. Thanks for sharing!
I love the birthday cone. Beautiful job on coloring. I am like you I am afraid of coloring but the few cards I have colored for my nurses co workers, and everyone loved it. I was impressed. I’m ready to attempt more. I love watching your videos and learn so much thanks.
I love the cake slice and the way it falls off the edge of the cake. Lovely cards
Yana, your coloring was very well done, and the background coloring made the image really stand out. I really like the ice cream cone, with the cupcake a close second. Thanks again for sharing your creative ideas.
The cards are yummy Yana! Love the cupcake and the ice cream. You’ve inspired me to get my copics out.
Love the cards Yana! They look good enough to eat! The colored background is my favorite. Thank you so much for all the inspiration! Have a great day!
Hi Yana I love your ice cream cone colouring. Such a great job. I prefer the coloured background. I too love copics and have made a chart using your “fishes” to keep track off great colour combos. Thank you so much for sharing this idea – works so great. I have been a follower of your posts for a long time and always look forward to seeing what you are up to.
I love the stamps you used. Nice to have larger images.
Oh, I love the Lovely Legs Stamps By Colorado Crafts! I have quite a few of their sets now. Not all by any means but I think at least 8 or 9. The Cupcake Card you did is my #1 favorite and The Ice Cream Cone would be #2. It’s too hard to pick just one of them. I’m a huge cat lover but we lost our cat about 3 years ago now and I am thinking of adopting another cat someday in the future. We have a small dog (Blondie) who was best buddies with our cat, Thumper. Blondie needs a new best buddy and I need a new best friend, other than my husband and daughter. I have the graduation set, the St.Patrick’s, a Christmas one, a Halloween set, the Military set and a few more from Colorado Crafts Lovely Legs sets. I can’t remember all of them off hand at the moment. But I can say I would love to have every set they have. And I really love the new Big & Bold collection they are starting. I can’t wait to expand my collection from them in the very, very near future. You do a beautiful job on all of your cards! I’m jealous! Have a great day and a safe & happy 4th of July!
Sara
Hard to choose but the ice cream cone looks delicious. Thank you for taking the time to list the colors.
Love all the new stamp sets, so amazing. The cake and the ice cream cone are so pretty, bu the cupcake is my favorite!! The possibilities are just flying around in my head! I’m loving the Lovely Legs too.
I love that ice cream cone card. Your coloring is exquisite.
I love the ice cream cone…says summer! The size is perfect!
I liked all 3 cards, however, my favorite one was the cupcake one. I like the background filled in with color.
I love all the cards but the cupcake card is adorable, you totally achieved the pop art look
I am a new subscriber. Such delicious cards. I am amazed at the details in the ice cream cone!! Thank you for the inspiration and opportunity.
What beautiful stamps they all are! My favorite is the ice cream cone. It think it is STUNNING the way you did it with the colored background!!
Oh my word, just found your blog via 3C’s. Love, love, love your blog, your colouring, the cards, the 3C cards etc, etc. Favourite stamp – hmmmm toss up between the Ice cream and the Cat…………….. aargh! can’t decide……… Ice cream – no cat – ice cream – no cat. I don’t know you decide for me 🙂
Your videos are always so inspiring – love how you colored the ice-cream card – prefer the colored background – really POPS!!
Love all the stamp sets but the ice cream cone is the front runner. My 2 year old granddaughter and her grandpa (my hubby) love eating ice cream together!