Monday, February 23, 2015

Ellen Hutson Release Hop!

Hello, and welcome to the Winter 2015 Essentials by Ellen Release Hop! I’ll be showcasing several of the new stamp sets and dies on my post today!

First up - the new Love You So.  Oh my heavens do I love this set!  

I used the "I love you more" sentiment and accented it with a heart.  Then, I masked the inside of the heart and added the arrow.  Once I had my stamping done, I added watercolors with my Gansai Tambi watercolors.  This stuff just makes watercoloring so easy! 

I had to use this sentiment too.  There was no getting around it and I should add that it might never come off my acrylic block.  I actually think this is perfect for my son.  I stamped the sentiment and crown first and then masked the crown.  Then, I cut hills from masking tape and used my Distress inks (Tumbled Glass and Shabby Shutters) to create the perfect hilly background. 

Next up, Bold Blooms

Yes, it's fantastic right.  There are Bold Blooms dies too

I stamped a pretty floral bouquet on a panel that I adhered to a washi tape background. Then, I stamped and die cut another flower and then added it to the top of the stamped bouquet. 

Well, I couldn't stop at one.  (And I didn't stop at two either! teeheehee!) So, I stamped and die cut Bold Blooms flowers and leaves again and this time added them to a layer of pattern paper and vellum. 

Changing it up from the traditional ideas - I stamped the Bold Blooms images in black onto some watercolor paper and I used my Gansai Tambi watercolors again to create this rainbow masterpiece!


Last but not least I simply HAD to use the new super large heart from the Folk Hearts die set and I knew just what I wanted to do with them.  I had to make it a window for the little (ahem maybe big) Wish Big hippo to peek through! 

Now be sure to check out the entire new release - all available HERE!



And, yay!!! I also get to give this new stamp set, called Love You So to a lucky someone!  Please leave a comment to enter my giveaway!


There is also a Grand Giveaway in the CLASSroom!  To enter, be sure to leave a comment there, and at every stop along the hop by March 2nd; winners will be announced March 4th!

Next stop is Kittie Caracciolo - http://www.kittiekraft.com!

Happy hopping’!

Here's the entire hop list!



  • The CLASSroom - http://ellenhutson.typepad.com/the_classroom_new/  
  • Sandy Allnock - http://sandyallnock.com/
  • Teri Anderson - https://terisplace.wordpress.com/
  • Laurel Beard - http://www.laurelbeard.org/
  • Heather Campbell -  http://parkermolly.blogspot.com/   ***YOU ARE HERE****
  • Kittie Caracciolo - http://www.kittiekraft.com/
  • Sharon Harnist - http://paperfections.typepad.com/
  • Broni Holcombe - http://bronih.typepad.com/
  • Nichol Magouirk - http://nicholmagouirk.typepad.com/
  • Jean Manis - http://jeanmanis.com/
  • Jennifer McGuire - http://www.jennifermcguireink.com/
  • Donna Mikasa - http://3umbrellas.blogspot.com/2015/02/essentials-by-ellen-winter-release-2015.html
  • Chari Moss - http://www.mossymade.com/
  • Catherine Pooler - http://www.catherinepooler.com/blog/
  • Miriam Prantner - http://mprantner.blogspot.com/
  • Julia Stainton - http://juliastainton.com/blog/
  • Carissa Wiley - http://www.sprinkledwithglitter.com/

  • 384 comments:

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    amesari88 said...

    Your cards are absolutely gorgeous! I love every sentiment in the Love You So stamp set. This is one of my favorites!

    sabbycat said...

    Beautiful, beautiful cards! Love this release.

    Tricia Barber said...

    I just love all your cards! They are fabulous!

    F said...

    Love how the watercolor looks like blended splotches- I have to try that!

    Monica said...

    Gorgeous cards, just stunning

    NPurdum56 said...

    Oh so cute! Love the sentiments! That Hippo is adorable!

    Stephanie said...

    The stamp set that you are going to be giving away is cool! All your cards are wonderful

    Carolee McCaslin said...

    WOW!!! Such amazing cards and new release:)

    D.Ann C said...

    FAB cards! I particularly like the coloring on the Oh Happy Day card!!!

    Dawn Y. said...

    Such lovely cards, Heather! Your watercolor backgrounds show off the the Love You So sentiments so sweetly! ♡

    Sue D said...

    Wonderful cards. My favorite is the adorable hippo card.

    chera said...

    100% in love with every card you made!!! Fabulous fabulous fabulous!

    scrappergirl56 said...

    Love your watercolor masterpiece...it's my fav...Great release!!!

    Unknown said...

    beautiful cards created! Fabulous job!

    Barbara said...

    This is a fantastic release with something for everyone. You hit it out of the ballpark with all your wonderful card creations! I especially love the water color with the bold black designs or fonts.

    Amy Adams (aka Scrapitgal) said...

    Love, love, love your cards! Bold Blooms are gorgeous and I have to have that hippo!

    Anonymous said...

    Love the water color blossoms cards! Very pretty!

    Linda Mc said...

    Beautiful cards, I love the watercolor look.

    Anne said...

    Your water color cards are beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

    Anonymous said...

    Awesome cards, Heather! I'm signing up for your blog. Love your florals and that hippo is too cute! Love the way you colored him. I was so curious about the Bold Blossoms and Blooms, love how they work.

    Thalia said...

    What beautiful cards! Great ideas!

    Laceysocks said...

    I loved your card! The water coloring was gorgeous!

    Unknown said...

    Fabulous cards!! Love your water coloring. The hippo card is precious.

    KKC said...

    Any reference to the wild things is a must have. The Oh Happy Day cards are my favorite, but I cannot choose just one. Beautiful.

    Gwen said...

    Love your cards! So pretty, loving the brush scripts!

    Josie said...

    Wow....absolutely love all these cards. Thanks for sharing so much and for your generousity.

    Julie Wright said...

    Love your artsy cards!

    jordanbev5@yahoo.com said...

    Your cards are wonderful but the Bold Blooms one is my fav'!!!! Your cluster of colors and elements is over the top, fabulous! The new release is the bomb!!

    arlsmom aka Lynda said...

    Love the watercoloring and your designs!

    jordanbev5@yahoo.com said...

    These are all such beautiful graphically designed cards!! Love the watercolor affect especially!

    Karenladd said...

    What beautiful cards! Love that masked heart design!

    Houses Built of Cards said...

    Beautiful! Your watercoloring is FABULOUS and so perfect for this release!

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    Tere Azua said...

    Oh wow! So many cards and all of them beautiful!!!!

    Kristina B. said...

    Love Love Love!! Every card, Gorgeous!

    Simply AJ said...

    What wonderful cards! Such fantastic inspiration... Great job!

    My Paper Epiphany said...

    Your cards have put a big smile on my face! I adore your watercolour!

    Charity Morris-Chamberlain said...

    Holy moly! These creations rock!

    Lesley said...

    Those watercolour blooms are lovely! What a cool idea!

    Beejay said...

    Such cute cards for a beautiful release!!! Thanks for sharing your art. It is so inspiring!

    starqueen said...

    Oh Heather,
    Your cards are so lover-ly! Thank you for sharing!

    C said...

    love the watercoloring!

    Kiyandesu said...

    Your cards are wonderful! Especially like the Bold Blossoms with the Gansai Tambi watercolors.

    Tess L said...

    Love the bold fonts of the new release

    Efrat said...

    Beautiful cards. You have such a lovely style.

    linf54 said...

    Love the watercoloring on your cards, hard to choose a favorite!

    Rebecca B said...

    love those bright colours and brush script sentiments...just lovely!

    Kai Ramos said...

    Oh, I love the set you're giving away! I really like your watercolor pieces, they are art! Specially the one you stamped black and watercolored over. Lovely!

    cissi said...

    Love your cards but my favorite must be the hippo peeking through the heart.

    Nandini said...

    Beautiful cards! Absolutely love the Bold Blooms set!

    Nicole Parmentier said...

    Gorgeous cards, love the watercoloring and the florals.

    Shaughn Woodruff said...

    Gorgeous watercoloring, really highlights those Awsome new stamps!

    stamper101 said...

    Luv your water coloring - great cards!

    Unknown said...

    Lovely creations - i love how you have done the watercolour effects behind some of the stamps and the hippo in the hear just adorable!

    Unknown said...

    Lovely creations - i love how you have done the watercolour effects behind some of the stamps and the hippo in the hear just adorable!

    Unknown said...

    Lovely creations - i love how you have done the watercolour effects behind some of the stamps and the hippo in the hear just adorable!

    Shona Chambers said...

    Your cards are all so beautiful, just love the florals and the scripty(?) font of the 'love' stamps too. Its all so amazing!!!

    Unknown said...

    Awesome cards. Love the watercoloring.

    Carolyn said...

    Great cards. I love the glower die and the darling hippo.

    Claire Cerami said...

    Love all the cards but I am partial to the watercoloring. They are simply beautiful! TFS

    Maureen Merritt said...

    I love each and every one of these cards! What a fun release!!!!

    DazzlingKiwi said...

    Adore the hippo heart card. Gorgeous cards all around

    Sue VanDeVusse said...

    I love what you have done with all of these and that gorgeous watercolor.

    Majtolina said...

    Just love cards with flowers, but I adore the one with hippo :)
    Great cards!

    Unknown said...

    I think I am totally hooked! That little hippo peeking out from the heart is fab.

    FeM said...

    Watercolor always looks nice.

    Jen W. said...

    Your watercolor designs are just gorgeous and I love the bold blooms framed by the black stripes!

    Cheryl S. said...

    What fabulous cards- I love the florals and the use of the hippo in the heart. These stamps and dies are great!!

    Taunya Butler said...

    What awesomeness and super creative diversity you have shown here with EACH of these fantastically done cards!!! Loving your style and the touch of PIZZAZZ you add to each one of your cards!!!

    Lisa H. said...

    Total awesomeness!!!! LOOOVE all your cards. Super inspiring. Thanks for a chance to win!

    Debra said...

    Fantastic release. Love the designs and use of products.

    sueincanada said...

    Great selection of cards.

    Melanie said...

    I can't decide which of your creations I like best!! But I like the uniqueness of your watercoloring effects!! Thanks for sharing!

    ForsbergFamily said...

    Nice,nice
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    Terri Trotter Earley said...

    I am digging your watercolor cards with the bold greetings.

    Cheryl H said...

    Your cards are adorable!!!! Love the watercolor washes and the hippo's so cute peaking out that window!

    Lucinde | Lucilight said...

    Love the watercolors!

    Beastybunny said...

    Fantastic cards! Love the use of color wash for the backgrounds!

    Lisaerica said...

    Awesome release! I love all your flower cards, not good at water coloring but you've inspired me to give it a try. Thanks for sharing.

    Robyn said...

    Super fun cards!

    Renee V said...

    Oh wow, you've definitely sold me on all of these!! LOVE your water color work! Every single card is a masterpiece!

    Carol McCready said...

    Love your cards, they are all gorgeous.

    Valerie Wood said...

    Love the cards! Great release!

    bzyPTmom said...

    Love these beautiful watercolor cards!

    KimC said...

    Love your cards so Heather, they always inspire me. Thanks for sharing.

    Mary Holshouser said...

    I love the watercolor effect on the cards. Minimal coloring but so pretty. The flowers that were colored are great. Love the little animal card too.
    thanks for sharing so many wonderful cards.

    mtscrapgal said...

    Thanks for all your terrific cards. You really made the new release shine.

    Unknown said...

    I'm just loving the sentiments and hearts together. That hippo is amazingly cute though.

    Happy Dance said...

    Fantastic cards, Heather!! And what a great release! Every single one of these are on my wish list now. I'm continually telling DH that he's "..my favorite," and this is the perfect set. Love this one and all of them. Bev

    Crafting with Jeanne said...

    I love the BOLD sentiments and floral images. So much you can do with them, for everyday and upcoming spring occasions! Your cards are totally awsome.

    Halina said...

    I love this cards, so fun and sweet.....I love watercoloring ! Great cards !
    And thanks for the inspiration, and the chance to win.

    Carol said...

    Such great sentiments in the "Love you so" stamp set. Delightful cards!

    Karen said...

    Great cards and love this release set.

    Marcia said...

    Love the bright colors!! Love the new sentiments and how you used them!!

    Dave and Pam said...

    LOVE Bold Blooms! Your watercolored cards are beautiful!

    funkycrafter said...

    such bright, cheery cards. love this stamp set too.

    Lucy E. said...

    I love your pretty and playful
    cards! Love that floral stamp set :-)

    Unknown said...

    love these cards, I especially love the hippo hes so cute

    Cat Craig said...

    Tough to pick a favorite, the cards are all lovely. The bright colors and designs so perfectly set off this dynamite release!

    Mary said...

    Thanks for all the wonderful design ideas for this fabulous release!

    Ann K said...

    What great cards - and such a great new product release! Love it all!

    dyeandpigment said...

    love all of your cards. Thanks.

    Unknown said...

    What amazing cards - thanks for the great opportunity of winning a great prize!!!

    Bonnie said...

    One of the best releases ever! So many things to love.

    SUPRFOXdesigns said...

    Wonderful cards and gorgeous release! Love your peeking hippo!!!!

    Unknown said...

    Thank you for sharing, Heather. There is nothing like flowers/blooms to bring on cheerfulness and Spring!

    Karen said...

    Your watercoloring is a great asset to the stamp sets. Love the hippo!

    KT Fit Kitty said...

    Wow, I love all of your cards! Gorgeous!

    Unknown said...

    I love your cards. The watercoloring looks so great. I also LOVE the eat you up sentiment. ADORABLE.

    Unknown said...

    Your cards are fabulous. And I do like that Hippo. Thanks for sharing with us.

    Marty B said...

    I'm falling in love with every stamp set showcased...great cards!

    Unknown said...

    I love what you created. Love the colors and the layouts

    tkme2mts said...

    Wow! So many awesome cards Heather! Thanks for sharing all of these!!

    Monique said...

    Love the variety of cards you've shown, the hippo one is my favourite today! Fab new release!

    Celeste Goff said...

    Wow, so many wonderful cards! Love those new heart dies...I must have!

    Birgit said...

    Fabulous cards! All the sets this month are awesome!

    Karine said...

    WOW!! Your cards are all so pretty!!! Love your watercoloring! And what about that cute hippo!

    Jean said...

    Amazing cards! Love the water coloring effect!

    Laura said...

    I absolutely love what you did with the Bold Blooms - you used some techniques that I haven't yet ventured. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Katia said...

    I love when you use watercolor, looks amazing!

    StephH said...

    I just love Julie's new release! I like that the Bold Bloom dies can stand on their own without added stamping. And love, love that Hippo and the sentiments! Nice work using these with the Folk Heart die Heather! Cute card!

    Jeannine H. said...

    I am so in love with the new products. I also love your cards.

    Unknown said...

    lovely cards,love the stamp set.. would definitely want to win the giveaway..thanks

    Betty McDougal said...

    What great stamps and card ideas.

    Janet L. said...

    Wonderful cards and new release goodies!!

    Judy said...

    Love the cards. They are so sweet. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.

    LesLee said...

    So so adorable... tfs

    Loly Borda said...

    Fabulous cards Heather! I love how you used the heart and the hippo, and of course all the artsy water-colored ones. TFS

    Unknown said...

    Terrific cards! I just love the Bold Blooms set!

    Anonymous said...

    awesome job thanks, cant wait to get some of these stamps LOL

    Unknown said...

    Beautiful cards. Thank you for sharing your creativity.

    Unknown said...

    Heather, Thank you for sharing. Love the bright florals and the sentiment....I love you more......

    Tam said...

    Beautiful cards. I love the way you laid your water coloring down then went back and stamped. It looks awesome. TFS

    Patty said...

    Love your awesome cards!! You have truly showcased the new release!!

    Unknown said...

    Such wonderful cards! I love the bright colors.

    porterm said...

    I love your use of water color, Heather, especially the rainbow floral card.

    Anonymous said...

    Really like your cards & especially like the color choices, very fresh!

    Denise Bryant said...

    Awesome cards! LOVE the floral set of stamps and dies, and I love the heart cutout window for that darling hippo! Fabulous new stamps and dies, and several are on my 'gotta have it' list!

    Jes said...

    Oh! these cards make me so happy and they inspire me. Lovely release thank you for sharing.

    Unknown said...

    I Love the simplicity of your watercolor card. Beautiful job.

    Donna said...

    Great cards! Love the hippo in the heart!

    Kris said...

    I loved the layout on your floral bouquet card. Great post!

    Maye M.L said...

    Heather, you hit a home run with the bases loaded with these cards. I absolutely love them. Need to set some time to review and learn from each one. Fabulous release. Cheers!

    Louanne said...

    Absolutely love, love, love your cards created with the Bold Blooms set So gorgeous! Thanks for sharing.

    Christine Kiehl said...

    I love the cards you crafted for the hop! You are so talented! Love the Hippo too!

    jan metcalf said...

    Love, love the contrast of your watercolor with the bold black sentiments!!! Great cards!!

    MooLa679 said...

    Absolutely in love with the bold blooms cards. So simple but such a big impact!

    Janette Kausen said...

    Loving the water coloring with these dies!

    Cheryl said...

    I love your cards! The new Ellen Hutson release is fabulous. And you show it off wonderfully!!!! Thank you for the inspiration!

    Robin Sachs said...

    I really love all the cards you made.

    Janet M said...

    Fun cards. Love the water coloring.

    LChippy76 said...

    WOW.....LOVE The Florals!!
    Coloring so Calming!!!

    Carolyn G said...

    Love the designs with the bold blooms & blossoms!!!

    Denise G. said...

    Wonderful bright and beautiful cards! Love the watercoloring and who doesn't like the fabulous hippo. But I think my favorite thing from this release is the sentiments. I love the happy day sentiment and the I will eat you up reminds me of my favorite children's book -- The Wild Things.

    Melanie said...

    Love your cards especially the watercolor one. So pretty!

    Sandra Jensen said...

    Stunning! Your cards are so creative! The stamps are all fun ones too.. the Love You So stamps have such a splash of flair that would add to any card!

    JiAQi said...

    I love your style!! Your cards are simple and sweet. They are really pretty!

    Lee said...

    The watercoloring is lovely! thanks!

    Memories by Manda said...

    Such wonderful cards. Thanks for giving away the Love You So stamp set - isn't it just so lovely.

    Natalie said...

    Darling cards, Heather!! Love the watercolor technique and that heart 'n hippo are too cute for words!!

    Beatrice Lawson said...

    Bold Blooms is fabulous and I love the watercolouring... Looks perfect!

    Bobbie Bluegill said...

    Wonderful cards with the new stamps.

    craftytreen said...

    these cards are so wonderful, I love the colors! this release is so cool. I can tell you are having fun.

    craftytreen said...

    hi there, I think i'm finally figuring out how to leave comments! this was a fabulous blog hop and such wonderful product to work with. you did such a great job and such gorgeous things that you create. thanks for sharing with all of us

    Leslee said...

    I love this release of stamps and dies! And what you've created with them! Beautiful!

    loulou said...

    Fabulous collection of cards. I especially love your watercoloured cards and the cute hippo.

    Unknown said...

    Love all the ideas and all the new items!! Super Cute can't wait to get my hands on them!

    Kathy said...

    What great cards. These new sets are wonderful

    Daria Z. said...

    O M G, Heather! Love these cards - they are all just fantastic!

    Anonymous said...

    So love those stamps and dies. Love the light touch of watercolor in the card background. So lovely.

    Flo said...

    This release is great and so are all your cards. So versatile. Thanks.

    Maria Giselle B. said...

    Loving more that Bold up blooms especially after seeing your cards. Nice water coloring!

    Anonymous said...

    I love the watercolor on the cards and also how you make the heart cutout to frame the hippo birthday card! Love it! Great inspiration!

    Farhana S said...

    Good thing I dont have to chose a favorite, they are all so awesome!

    nannersmom said...

    Beautiful cards. Watercolors look so nice with these stamps. I am in love with the hippo and sentiments.

    Skraperella said...

    Your cards are beautiful Heather, you've been very busy! I love this release and your giveaway, so thanks for the chance to win 😄

    gardener said...

    The bold bloomers stamps are the best. Can't wait to get my hands on them.

    Michelle Axelson said...

    Beautiful use of watercolour on your cards!!

    Jennifer Hovermale said...

    Your cards are FABULOUS!!! You showed us that with a little masking,washi tape, and watercoloring you can use these new dies and stamps in new and creative ways. If I don't win, I'm going to have to sweet talk my hubby. These sets are just too good to pass up!!

    Unknown said...

    absolutely lovely cards I love every single one of them. Thank you so much for sharing.

    Sheryl said...

    Super cards! I'm in love with your watercoloring. ♥

    LisaBee17 said...

    All your cards are gorgeous! My fave is the heart cutout with the Hippo inside...LOVE it!!

    KKC said...

    Your use of color is inspiring. The contrasts of bright and black is so fresh.

    KKC said...

    Can you share your choice of colored papers and vellum you used for these cards. I love the red used with the Blooms.

    Zarah said...

    That really is such a fantastic set of sentiments! And I LOVE the cards you made!!

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