Hi crafty and creative Greetery loving friends! I hope this week is treating you good so far!! Happy almost Summer! I hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend. The temps are heating up here and (can you believe it) it's almost June! And that means it's time for Summer crafting! Yeah!
I've been at my new job a couple of months now and it's so good to not be new anymore. I think I actually had one day where it felt like I knew what I was doing! Haha. So grateful for the opportunities that await me! I read this quote recently and it is so true: "Walk in like God opened that door for you, because He did. Stop second guessing yourself. No more insecurity or doubt. You're not here by accident. You're on assignment. You don't need every answer. You just need obedience, courage, and the reminder that God has been equipping you for this moment your whole life. Everything can change with one act of faithfulness. All it takes is one person, one meeting, one conversation, or one opportunity to shift everything in your life. You're not walking alone - God is with you."
Today is VERY VERY exciting because it's the reveal and showcase day for the new Summer 2025 Greetery release! OHHHHH YEAAAAAHHHHH! The new release is called the Star Spangled Summer Collection! There are stamps, and dies and stencils with a celebration and patriotic theme. Festive, Fun, classy, creative AND pretty! The new items are definitely filled with stars and patriotic themes, but most of the new goodies can be used for birthdays and graduations too. Really versatile!! The design team (and some awesome guests) will be sharing ALL of our projects today, and showing you all the new products. Just one day of features - then the new release will go live TOMORROW at 10am EST! So get ready to shop tomorrow!
I have three projects (and one little extra) to share today - can't wait to show you! All the prize information, details, and design team links are at the bottom of my post. Party in the USA!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE NEW RELEASE - 4/25 AT 10AM EST!
My first card for today features the AWESOME brand new Wave the Flag Dies along with the new Land of Liberty stamp set! I made a vintage inspired card by using cream, navy and deep red colors along with pops of rich gold! My finished card is a horizontal A2 cream card base. I started by die cutting the flag pieces in red and navy. I used embossing ink to smudge along the outer edges of the blue portions and then used gold embossing powder to give that gold effect on the edges. I stamped that gorgeous sentiment in gold embossing onto a vellum circle. I used Distress Ink to ink around the edges of my card and to splatter onto the card (for that old antique look!).... I used stars and numbers die cut from gold glitter cardstock to complete my uber patriotic card, perfect for the 4th of July!!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE NEW RELEASE - 4/25 AT 10AM EST!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE NEW RELEASE - 4/25 AT 10AM EST!
My next card features the brand new Star Stream Suite of products - there are stamps, dies, stencils, foiling, and embossing folder! Whew! It's VERY cool. I used the stencils and dies to create this super colorful and cheerful card. I intend my card for a graduation card! Reach for the stars! My finished card is an A2 cream card base, layered with the die cut panel that I stenciled. I used vellum again for my sentiment, and bright gold stars all around. I stenciled in red, navy and gold....and accented again with gold splatters and gold stars. (I'm pretty sure I had a pair of pants like this back in the 70's! hahahah) I can imagine this in a whole bunch of colors! The sentiment is from the brand new Star Stream stamp set! Isn't this unique and fabulous??
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My third card today features the brand new Grand Finale dies along with the brand new Land of Liberty Stamp set (you're gonna want this stamp set for sure!)... I used traditional colors of red, white and blue.... Then added pops of silver and glitter glue too. It's bright! My finished care is a white A2 card base layered with red cardstock. Then I put down silver glitter cardstock - to show through the die cut fireworks. I die cut out the panel and also the fireworks and pinwheels. I used blue ink to stencil on the fireworks. Added my sentiment in blue and added a few gems and pearls. This die that cuts the large scene is so super detailed. Overall, it's a party on a card!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE NEW RELEASE - 4/25 AT 10AM EST!
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE NEW RELEASE - 4/25 AT 10AM EST!
I made one final project since I was in the 4th of July mood! I used the new Land of Liberty stamp set and made a little fun badge for the holiday. I used the Award Winning Dies set to make my badge.... I love how this came out!
That's it for today - and for the reveals of this awesome new Star Spangled Summer release! Ready for ALL the patriotic celebrations! Thanks for stopping by to share with me today! It's my pleasure to introduce the new release. Enjoy and happy crafting! XOXO
Giveaway Information: The Greetery is giving away TWO $50 gift certificates, the comment deadline is 5/30 at 7:00am EST (comments from team blogs entered into giveaway). Winners announced on The Greetery blog on Friday, 5/30 at 9:00am EST (an hour before the new products go live) GOOD LUCK!!
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DESIGN TEAM & GUESTS - LINKS FOR THE NEW RELEASE SHOWCASE:
Dear Wanda -
If this were a party (and it kinda is, dontcha think?), you'd be the hostess with the mostess... these are GORGEOUS. I especially love card #3 but the gold touches of card #1 and that awesome "Reach for the stars" card are also about a 16 out of 10!! Thanks for your consistent excellence!
Lori S in PA
Posted by: Lori Spitzer | 05/30/2025 at 04:39 AM
Love your addition of the 76. It speaks to my bicentennial baby heart. (Born in 1976)
All your cards are such great inspiration! Wonderful release!
Posted by: Jaime Aldridge | 05/30/2025 at 03:37 AM
Amazing cards! Love how you added the 76, the star, and especially the gold embossing to that 1st gorgeous piece! Just fantastic work!
Posted by: Danita C. | 05/29/2025 at 10:05 PM
Beautiful, Wanda! Such great examples of this release!
Posted by: Karen M | 05/29/2025 at 09:39 PM
Reach for the stars is fantastic! Love your style, Wanda!
Posted by: Gloria Rowden | 05/29/2025 at 09:08 PM
I love all of your cards Wanda. So inspiring.
Posted by: Suzette Thoeni | 05/29/2025 at 09:07 PM
Your cards are so vibrant. I just love the Grand Finale card. The die is so cool. The silver glitter paper behind it is the perfect touch. I also adore those little pinwheels. They can be used for so many ideas throughout the year and in so many colors. P.S. I hope you enjoy your new job.
Posted by: Bo Gilmore | 05/29/2025 at 08:55 PM
When there is a greetery release I always come to your page to see your beautiful cards! I love them all! The flags, fireworks and usage of some past release items are all wonderful! Thanks Wanda for sharing your talent with so many people!
Posted by: Malinda Price | 05/29/2025 at 08:18 PM
Wanda, all of your projects are terrific, as always!this time your Reach for the Stars card really caught my eye. I love the colors you used.
Posted by: Nancy S. | 05/29/2025 at 08:14 PM
Wanda, your Reach for the Stars is one of my favorites from this release. That yellow just elevates the card to level spectacular! ❤️🤍💙
Posted by: Nausheen | 05/29/2025 at 07:58 PM
Love all these gorgeous cards! Great job! Love the Greetery!
Posted by: Shannon Bettis | 05/29/2025 at 07:48 PM
Best release EVER! Can’t wait to get my order in.
Posted by: Suzy Girl | 05/29/2025 at 07:43 PM
Love your creations--so gorgeous!
Posted by: Maria C F | 05/29/2025 at 07:36 PM
I so love this release, I'm ready for the fourth! My favorite is the first one. I love the bit of embossing and the 76 you added!
Posted by: Miriam Prantner | 05/29/2025 at 07:11 PM
Your cards are all fabulous. They are great for any patriotic event.
Posted by: Krystal Showalter | 05/29/2025 at 07:06 PM
Beautiful combination of elements! I love the design ideas.
Posted by: Ms. Tamp | 05/29/2025 at 07:04 PM
Your cards are wonderful. I love how versatile these products are!
Posted by: AmyG | 05/29/2025 at 06:49 PM
Oh, Wanda! All of your cards are absolutely wonderful! The Star Spangled Summer Collection is just perfect for you!! ⭐️ Adding a vellum layer to your cards was a great idea. Thank you for sharing the thoughtful quotation today!! Wishing you continued success in your new job! 🩷
Posted by: Dawn Y. | 05/29/2025 at 06:26 PM
Fabulous cards! You always add the most perfect little details to each design.
Posted by: Rosemary D | 05/29/2025 at 06:14 PM
What a gorgeous patriotic post with your magnificent cards, Wanda! Your extra details don’t go unnoticed (I.e., gold embossed edging, vintage ink blending, gems, vellum). That 3D embossing folder really caught my eye.
Posted by: Kathy Mc | 05/29/2025 at 05:41 PM
What a fun idea to add gold embossing along the edges of the first card. Great projects!
Posted by: Jennifer Kinney | 05/29/2025 at 05:34 PM
Beautiful cards! I love the patriotic theme. I always love The Greetery for their unique products.
Posted by: Amy Cooley | 05/29/2025 at 05:11 PM
Just a little giddy over these beauties!
Posted by: Julie James | 05/29/2025 at 05:00 PM
Love your card, Wanda, and all the extra details you add to them!
Posted by: LR | 05/29/2025 at 04:37 PM
Wonderful and beautiful cards! Outstanding! I love your creativity and inspiration
Posted by: Jade | 05/29/2025 at 04:36 PM
Love all your cards!!
Posted by: Lisa Mosher | 05/29/2025 at 04:30 PM
Love that you added the “76” looked so good! Always love all your cards!
Posted by: Denise Maggard | 05/29/2025 at 04:08 PM
Love that rustic patriotic card with the 76! And your colorful star swirl is fabulous and so fun!
Posted by: Jason Schirmer | 05/29/2025 at 04:01 PM
Love what you did on the reach for the stars card!
Posted by: Charmaine | 05/29/2025 at 03:56 PM
Always look forward to your creativeness!!! Great cards!!!!
Posted by: Emma Sleppy | 05/29/2025 at 03:29 PM
CONGRATS on your new job, Wanda! They'll LOVE YOU if you bring in treats like you did at your other job! ;)
Your cards look GREAT! I am LOVING the waving of Old Glory! It has stolen my heart! What a GREAT RELEASE!
Posted by: Becky Green | 05/29/2025 at 02:52 PM
Loving your Reach for the Stars card Wanda!! And loving this new release that honors our great country! ❤️ 🇺🇸
Posted by: Lareese Miracle | 05/29/2025 at 02:39 PM
Wanda, I always love seeing what you created!
Posted by: Kylie Z | 05/29/2025 at 02:35 PM
Fantastic cards Wanda! Love the Star Stream things the best!
Posted by: Luanne Ford | 05/29/2025 at 02:26 PM
Your cards are beautiful. I especially love the Star Stream products.
Posted by: Deborah Long | 05/29/2025 at 01:22 PM
Wow! I love all of the details on each of your cards! Stunning!
Posted by: KraftyKrissi | 05/29/2025 at 01:12 PM
Fabulous cards! Love the patriotic ones, plus that 4th of July badge is just too sweet!
Posted by: Lori Beseke | 05/29/2025 at 12:36 PM
Wanda your cards & badge are super! I love your work & you certainly didn’t disappoint this time either! Exceptional work! Thank you.
Posted by: Patty Foit | 05/29/2025 at 11:11 AM
These are beautiful! I love your use of vellum on the cards
Posted by: Melissa Leftrick | 05/29/2025 at 11:04 AM
Beautiful cards, Wanda. I'm loving this new release and your cards with the gold embossing and adding the badge to one of them is so wonderful. I love it all!
Posted by: Mary Kay Ross | 05/29/2025 at 11:01 AM
Love your cards! Using the numbers and star dies was a great idea, and your color choices for the Reach for the Stars card are fantastic! Thanks for the inspiration.
Posted by: Karen Walker | 05/29/2025 at 10:44 AM
Loved the addition of the 76–just another die I need to buy
Posted by: Candy Clay | 05/29/2025 at 10:34 AM
Loving all these Patriotic cards!
Posted by: Heather | 05/29/2025 at 10:21 AM
I like all the gold touches and your patriotic cards are amazing!
Posted by: kathleen dumpert | 05/29/2025 at 10:16 AM
Love your cards! The gold glitter is so pretty on your first card and I just love the badge that you created!
Posted by: Carrie T | 05/29/2025 at 10:04 AM
Well, there you go again, taking everything to the next level! I love, love, love your cards Wanda!!!
Posted by: Laura Corkill | 05/29/2025 at 09:48 AM
All the cards are absolutely stunning!
Posted by: Gayle I. | 05/29/2025 at 09:29 AM
Amazing release and your cards are fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Angela Shoffner | 05/29/2025 at 09:23 AM
WOW! The badge is brilliant and such beautiful cards for this release.
Posted by: Catherine Milne | 05/29/2025 at 09:22 AM
Hello my dear friend...this new release is gorgeous for sure. Loving the flag bow and the border is really nice too. We traveled over the holiday and now I can relax and take this all in. I can study a little before making my selections. I know I need the new embossing folder for sure. What great birthday cards this will make. Nice job and I am so glad you are enjoying your new position...
Posted by: Anne Sturgeon | 05/29/2025 at 09:22 AM