After-Hours Ink & Flowers: Altenew Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum Release Blog Hop + Giveaway + Video

Altenew Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum Release Blog Hop + Giveaway + Video

Hello Everyone! Happy February 1st and Friday!

I'm super excited to be joining the Altenew Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum Release Blog Hop today! If you are hopping along from the beginning you should be arriving from the incredibly talented Patricia Roebuck blog. This Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum is yet another gorgeous multi-layer stamp set with coordinating dies perfect for all your flowering craft projects!

Take a look:

Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum

Prizes:

To celebrate this release, Altenew is giving away a $30 gift certificate to 6 lucky winners! Please leave a comment on the Altenew Card Blog and/or Altenew Scrapbook Blog for a chance to win. Three winners will be announced on the Card Blog, and other three winners will be announced on the Scrapbook Blog on 2/9/2019.

Additional Giveaway:

I will draw a winner to receive a $20 gift certificate and announce the winner on this blogpost by 2/6/2019

I have four cards to share with you today. There were so many ideas in my head :) Warning: this is a photo heavy post.

For the first card I stamped all the layers of the Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum and used the coordinating dies, then popped them up on cover die panel. The camera rolling to capture the process for this card. You can watch the video below or in HD on my YouTube channel.

Other supplies: Doodled Dots Cover Die

Red Sunset Mini Cube Set
Rock Collection Mini Cube Set

New Day Card Kit Enamel Dots

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Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum Bundle: (5% discount)

Using on trend colors from the Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum Bundle for the following card.

Paired with Handpicked Bouquet Stamp & Die ,and several of the Japanese Mums, the gorgeous Golden Peach Crisp Embossing Powder adds a kiss of sparkle! All are layered on top of pattern paper.

Other supplies:

Celebrations 6x6 Paper Pack

Delectable Delights Mini Cube Set

Goldfish Tails 6 Mini Cube Set

Tropical Forest Mini Cube Set

Handpicked Bouquet Stamp Set

Handpicked Bouquet Die Set

Handpicked Bouquet Stamp & Die Bundle

Golden Peach Crisp Embossing Powder

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Below is the layering guide for the new set:

With just a bit of masking, all four layers in the Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum look fabulous in cheerful colors, for my third card; a simple one layer:)

Other supplies:

Candy-Coated Mini Cube Bundle

Enchanted Garden Mini Cube Set

Floral Mandala Stencil

Enamel Dots

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Stamping the outline and solid images only of the Build-A-Flower: Japanese Mum give an altogether new look to the Bloom. Die cut masks add the crisp white outlines around each image. Giving it that RETRO vintage fabric look!

I LOVE how this turned out!

Other supplies:

Pocketful of Sunshine Mini Cube Set

Tropical Forest Mini Cube Set

Flower Vine Stamp Set

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Did you know that Altenew has a Build-A-Flower Monthly Subscription Plan for the Build-A-Flower sets?

When signed up, you are guaranteed a spot in the monthly BAF releases and will receive a set each month - at a specially discounted price! ($35.00 →$29.99)

Your next stop is Reiko Tsuchida. Enjoy the rest of the hop!

Remember to leave a comment here and on the Altenew blogs for chances to win prizes!

Laura Jane <<<YOU are Here

Reiko Tsuchida

Kelly Griglione

Altenew Scrapbook Blog

EDITED:

Winner of the $20 gift certificate goes to:

Dawn JonesFebruary 3, 2019 at 7:21 AM

I love how Altenew offers color combo sets. Seeing the different colors combinations on your projects really helps me to identify which sets to get next. Beautiful cards and wonderful work. Thanks for sharing both the finished projects and your processes.

Congratulations Dawn! please contact Altenew at winner@altenew.com by 2/15/2019 with the subject line BAF: Japanese Mum Release Blog Hop Winner from LauraJane's Blog.

Thanks for taking time to stop by. Hope you are inspired to create something you LOVE!

LauraJane:)

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87 comments:

Linda BL said...: Oh my goodness! The cards are spectacular! I love them all, especially the red mum card.
I love to see what you come up with for new releases!; February 1, 2019 at 9:12 AM
Kelsey Thomas said...: So many beautiful cards! :); February 1, 2019 at 9:13 AM
Merrie said...: Love all your cards, but my favorite by far is the yellow one. Wowzers! TFS; February 1, 2019 at 9:48 AM
This is Hanmade said...: I love your stuff! And I love blog hops, too! Thanks for the chance to win!!; February 1, 2019 at 10:09 AM
SD pooja said...: Beautiful cards !! First one is my favorite :); February 1, 2019 at 10:34 AM
jordanbev5@yahoo.com said...: Wow!! You knocked my socks off!! All the fabulous layers of gorgeousness!! All the different colors makes us really see the beauty of this stunning BAF!
@jordanbev5
Beverly Jordan; February 1, 2019 at 10:56 AM
Cynthia Cole said...: Your cards are all so stunning!; February 1, 2019 at 10:57 AM
Unknown said...: Great color combos; February 1, 2019 at 11:04 AM
Dee Earnshaw said...: wow love your stunning card designs - LOVE the second card - so inspirational:); February 1, 2019 at 11:06 AM
Unknown said...: All of your cards are simply awesome!! Can't wait to get this stamp. Thank you for sharing so many creative ideas!; February 1, 2019 at 11:16 AM
Elizabeth B said...: Your beautiful cards have so many layers. They are stunning!; February 1, 2019 at 11:21 AM
Karthikha said...: Super beautiful set of cards!! The third one is my fav of all :); February 1, 2019 at 11:30 AM
Brenda Kuder said...: I love your first flower and your third one. Very nice.; February 1, 2019 at 11:38 AM
Barbara said...: Wow! You were very busy creating these beautiful cards.; February 1, 2019 at 11:53 AM
Lee said...: Absolutely fascinating seeing your process. As I watched the flower stamping "in reverse" I was dying to see what the difference would be -- and you showed it. Loved the extra steps to further enrich the three layer leaf step. Loved seeing the difference between raised and not raised dot layer. And seeing a different take on this fabulous mums set. Great and thank you!; February 1, 2019 at 11:59 AM
Susan said...: Oh, my goodness! I thoroughly enjoyed watching your video. Love the colors, embellishments, background, and especially the mum with the tag for the sentiment. So many great ideas!; February 1, 2019 at 12:01 PM
Mirella said...: All of these are gorgeous, Laura-Jane, but the first one is definitely my favourite!; February 1, 2019 at 12:10 PM
Nox said...: Lovely cards! I especially love the bouquet card with the mum as part of those gorgeous layered flowers.; February 1, 2019 at 12:10 PM
Heather M said...: Lovely cards!! So pretty!!; February 1, 2019 at 12:56 PM
Kaye Thrasher said...: Beautiful cards. Really cool vintage card. Love the colors on your one layer card. Thanks so much for sharing your art.🐧; February 1, 2019 at 1:09 PM
Lyn said...: Gorgeous cards, I love the new set this month! also love that there is a bundle with inks to consider as well :); February 1, 2019 at 1:23 PM
Rose Mary Smalley said...: Thank you so much for four beautiful samples today.....your work is just lovely.....makes me want spring to come sooner...I am loving this fun blog hop!!; February 1, 2019 at 1:30 PM
Karen said...: Your cards are my favorite so far on the Blog Hop! Beautiful!!; February 1, 2019 at 2:14 PM
Macimbalo said...: Wow so many different looks with one set - your creations are all amazing! Love this new set and how you used it!; February 1, 2019 at 2:33 PM
Maryann Sullivan said...: Love your cards especially the soft peach one - love how you layered it with all the leaves and buds. Just Beautiful. Thanks; February 1, 2019 at 2:48 PM
Cheryl Rigney said...: Such a beautiful set of cards!!; February 1, 2019 at 3:05 PM
Sandy M said...: Quite a nice assortment of mum cards. My favorites are the first red card with the Dot cover die. The card with the yellow mums is outstanding also.; February 1, 2019 at 3:30 PM
Psychomak said...: These are beautiful. I love the layers. Thank you for the video tutorial. It is always so helpful.; February 1, 2019 at 3:37 PM
Bethany said...: Can’t pick a fave!!; February 1, 2019 at 3:49 PM
Unknown said...: Your cards are truly beautiful, the colors are just so stunning.; February 1, 2019 at 4:13 PM
Sara Nelson said...: Gorgeous! My fav is the yellow, for sure. :-); February 1, 2019 at 4:13 PM
Jodi Warren said...: Build-A-Flower versatility is fantastic. Great examples; February 1, 2019 at 4:42 PM
Unknown said...: I especially liked your third card - the colours are lovely. I'm going to try masking!; February 1, 2019 at 4:50 PM
Mclay said...: Bright & cheery cards with the gorgeous layered Japanese Mum!; February 1, 2019 at 4:59 PM
Andrea Hastilow said...: So much fabulous inspiration today, do love photo heavy posts as I know you had some much fun creating that you didn't want to stop. Excellent cards & gorgeous mix of colour combinations. Thank you for sharing so much.; February 1, 2019 at 5:26 PM
Sherry Butcher said...: Great bright and fun cards. Love the different looks of each card. Thanks for sharing.; February 1, 2019 at 5:27 PM
Unknown said...: All the cards are so different,there great x.; February 1, 2019 at 5:37 PM
Patti S said...: Wow! Your cards are beautiful!; February 1, 2019 at 6:37 PM
Vivian C. said...: Beautiful cards. Thanks for sharing.; February 1, 2019 at 7:03 PM
roni said...: My favorite from your cards is the one with pink, purple, blue, and yellow hues. I like it that you added enamel dots! I just love this J-mum flower stamp set!!; February 1, 2019 at 7:49 PM
Kathy said...: Boy, you really outdid yourself with this die set today! I love all four of your beautiful cards, but my fave is the second one. Just love the color scheme and the layering. And I also love the big bold sentiments that come with this set. Thanks for the wonderful inspiration. Can't wait to get my set in the mail!; February 1, 2019 at 7:56 PM
Unknown said...: I love all of your cards, but especially the yellow one. We have been in the midst of the freezing weather these last few days, and that last design is so warm and sunny - just what I need! <3; February 1, 2019 at 8:42 PM
Kirsty Vittetoe said...: This is a must have. Gorgeous work!; February 1, 2019 at 9:21 PM
Joy Meadows said...: Such beautiful creations; can't pick a favorite!; February 1, 2019 at 10:29 PM
Denise Bryant said...: Gorgeous cards with this beautiful new BAF set! Love the first card with that fabulous cover die too!; February 1, 2019 at 11:27 PM
Liz O. said...: Love this gorgeous BAF set! Your cards are amazing Laura Jane! Thanks for the inspiration!; February 1, 2019 at 11:52 PM
Kathy Ferguson said...: Stunning cards and I must say your first card was my favorite. I absolutely loved the background you created for it and the Japanese Mum looked terrific on it. Your color choice was fabulous. Thanks for inspiring me!; February 2, 2019 at 1:16 AM
Raga Senthil said...: Wonderful showcase of this gorgeous stamp set! Absolutely fascinating! Love all of your takes though my favourite is third one!; February 2, 2019 at 3:41 AM
Helen said...: You have created an amazing set of examples to showcase this great new flower set! Thanks so much for sharing as well as the great inspiration!; February 2, 2019 at 4:29 AM
Isabel Z said...: You created some stunning cards--love them!; February 2, 2019 at 5:51 AM
Tracey Landt said...: Beautiful LauraJane. Thank you for sharing!
T x; February 2, 2019 at 6:14 AM
BrendaLea, the Prpldy said...: I was more amazed as I read your blog.... Each and every card is magnificent in its own right. All absolutely stunning!; February 2, 2019 at 8:20 AM
n56leiker said...: Beautiful inspiration for us to see and try to emulate. Thank you for sharing your techniques with us!; February 2, 2019 at 8:39 AM
Sandy said...: All your cards are so pretty. Stunning creations.; February 2, 2019 at 8:58 AM
Linnea S said...: luv all of the backgrounds you chose!; February 2, 2019 at 12:27 PM
Betty said...: all beautiful cards, LauraJane - but the yellow one has my heart!; February 2, 2019 at 1:12 PM
Kandice J said...: Your cards are so dynamic. I have to watch your video. Thanks for sharing!; February 2, 2019 at 1:16 PM
Maxine M. said...: This is just lovely.; February 2, 2019 at 2:24 PM
MelissaF said...: Gorgeous blooms on these pretty cards, and I especially love the ombre background panel behind the doodled dots cover die and the gray leaves. The Handpicked Bouquet images looks awesome with this japanese mum too, love the corals on that one. The OLC is so cheery and happy, love the rainbow like color combo and the yellow mums card is so sunshiny and vibrant, LOVE!; February 2, 2019 at 2:45 PM
janlesiak said...: I like all of your cards but especially like the red one. The dotted background makes it really stand out.; February 2, 2019 at 3:01 PM
Lisa Moline said...: Wow! I love all of your cards! They are all gorgeous! Especially the one that you used the golden peach embossing powder for one layer - that's just beyond gorgeous! Thanks for all the wonderful inspiration!; February 2, 2019 at 4:12 PM
Carmela said...: Beautiful projects Laura Jane! I especially love the card with the peach tones. Such a wonderful array of flowers.; February 2, 2019 at 4:59 PM
Helen Gullett said...: They are absolutely gorveous cards with the new flower stamp kit. Just WOW!!!; February 2, 2019 at 5:20 PM
Jean said...: Love this inspiration with this new stamp!; February 2, 2019 at 6:28 PM
Jeanne Beam said...: Such gorgeous cards! All of them are stunning.
Thanks for sharing...; February 2, 2019 at 6:55 PM
Lisa Byers said...: Wow!! You have been busy!! All of your cards are awesome but the card that you combined the Japanese Blossoms with the Handpicked Bouquet is spectacular!! It is stunning. The peach colors are perfect!! Thank you for all of the inspiration. It is so appreciated.; February 2, 2019 at 7:47 PM
Sue D said...: Gorgeous cards. My fave is the third one.; February 2, 2019 at 8:15 PM
Annette Reed said...: Wonderful cards! The first is my favorite. I love the ombre look behind the cover die and I like that die also. Your flowers look very pretty.; February 2, 2019 at 8:27 PM
MadeByMeghanK said...: All are stunning but I love the bright red and yellow! Great designs!; February 2, 2019 at 8:54 PM
Jan T said...: Such delightful cards using the Japanese Mum stamp set! Each card is like a surprise and we can tell you had fun making them. So nice.; February 2, 2019 at 10:08 PM
Annalisa said...: I love the ombre you did under the coverplate on the first card. It's so fun. Though I think my favorite is the card with the golden peach embossing powder. That offsets the colors you chose and the images perfectly. It's the card I had in my mind when I first saw this set. Thanks for sharing with us!; February 2, 2019 at 10:15 PM
Lisa's Creative Niche said...: Love the bright colored flowers mixed together! And that red one is a show stopper!; February 2, 2019 at 10:29 PM
Amy Brown said...: All are so beautiful! I love the first card with the fun dot cutouts.; February 3, 2019 at 12:15 AM
mindy1414 said...: All 4 cards are gorgeous LauraJane. I especially like the 2nd one with the combined sets, it is simply STUNNING!! Thank you for sharing these and for the ever amazing inspiration. (mardy14@bellsouth.net); February 3, 2019 at 2:32 AM
Dawn J said...: I love how Altenew offers color combo sets. Seeing the different colors combinations on your projects really helps me to identify which sets to get next. Beautiful cards and wonderful work. Thanks for sharing both the finished projects and your processes.; February 3, 2019 at 7:21 AM
Handmade by Hanneke said...: Beautiful cards! I especially love the first and third one. I love the clean look with the pretty colors.; February 3, 2019 at 12:13 PM
Patty Beers said...: So many great ideas. Beautiful cards.; February 3, 2019 at 12:34 PM
Cyndi said...: Beautiful cards. My favorite is the yellow card -- my favorite color. This Japanese Mum set is gorgeous.; February 3, 2019 at 1:27 PM
JMN said...: You shared so many beautiful designed cards and all are gorgeous!; February 3, 2019 at 5:56 PM
Dana M said...: Wow, your talent and creativity is amazing. What a beautiful and inspired collection of cards.; February 4, 2019 at 1:22 AM
Patti H. said...: Fabulous creations! I love them all! Your color choices are perfection!; February 4, 2019 at 6:54 AM
Stacey Kowbel said...: Such fantastic cards! I love all the different colour palettes you used!; February 4, 2019 at 9:58 AM
Carol Rossouw said...: This is such a beautiful flower with some lovely sentiments as well. Another BAF beauty! Love the card inspiration too!; February 4, 2019 at 11:21 AM
Ruth G said...: So many lovely cards, but my favorite is the yellow! It just makes my heart so happy! Thanks so much for sharing and inspiring!; February 4, 2019 at 12:22 PM
Rozy said...: Love all your cards. The last one, full of yellow beauty, is my favorite. That is really a great card. I'm amazed how beautiful this set looks in all the different colors.; February 5, 2019 at 8:07 AM
Kathleen C. said...: Thank you for sharing your beautiful cards with us LauraJane! Such a great new release for the spring months. I absolutely adore your red Japanese mum card -- truly spectacular work!; February 5, 2019 at 2:08 PM
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