Today’s the day! For several weeks in April and May, I ran to my mailbox every day to collect the GORGEOUS cards you sent for the Spring One-for-One Card Swap I hosted. Today I have the pleasure of sharing some of them with you. Yay! In a series of several posts over the next couple of weeks, I will share each of these beautiful cards with everyone. There’s so much wonderful inspiration to share!
I love these swaps because they showcase beautiful projects from card makers at ALL SKILL LEVELS – some are brand new to the craft, and others have been creating for years. Please look them over, admire their beauty and then let the creators know how beautiful their cards are (I already know you’ll be kind with your comments, but I am going to request it, anyway).
If you participated in the swap and received one of these cards, now is a great time to let the designer know how much you love the card they made for you. If you don’t see the card you received here, please wait to comment about that card when it shows up on my blog – that way, the creator of that card will be sure to see your comments. ♥
The collection of cards I’m sharing today might not all have current Stampin’ Up! products, but every card gives great ideas for color combinations, layouts, techniques – every project is sure to inspire you. Without any further ado, here is the first batch of your beautiful cards:
What do you think? Aren’t those incredible?! Please leave a comment below to let these artists know how much you love their heartfelt creations. If you like these projects and want to see all of the other cards in this Spring One-for-One Cards Swap, I’ll be posting more in the coming days. ♥
Thanks for stopping by today!
Brian
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I love the variety of this first Parade. Great job, crafters.
Have a blessed day.
So many gorgeous ideas and inspiration. Thanks for sharing, BK!
What beautiful cards, Brian! Thanks for hosting this card swap.
I think of all of the card swaps I’ve watched, this is my favorite set ever. Loved them all! Wonderful inspirations.
What a fabulous parade of inspiration! I feel CASEings galore about to happen.
Thanks for hosting and curating the swap, Brian. Always a beautifully photographed presentation highlighting the best of each project. Kudos to you AND the artists!
Your 1 for 1 swaps are a favorite of mine. Love seeing all of the cards!
Beautiful creations.
I love the creativity and inspiration I get from these great swap cards. Thanks, Brian, for holding this swap. Enjoy your day!
I was the lucky recipient of Pam Morris’ card and I love it! A very happy card and so beautiful. All these cards in today’s parade are very impressive! The swap show begins!
I’m so happy that you like my card, Barbara! These swaps are always fun!
Love these cards! I’m looking forward to playing with these ideas. Thank you for coordinating the swap.
Oh my gosh- these cards are fabulous! So many great ideas here! Maria Friedman’s card is amazing on so many levels, the colors and coloring, the careful layering, ooolala! Nancy Ross’s card is the perfect example of how clean and simple is so very effective! And Patricia Crocker’s circle card is fun! Every single card is a CASE- what a great way to start the day!
I agree 100%. Matia’s card is absolutely amazing!!!!
Nancy Ross, thank you for the pretty card from the swap. Thank you , Brian, for hosting. The swap is always fun.
These cards are just super!
They are all gorgeous!
I have recently acquired that circle die set so I was especially drawn to them!
Great Job everyone! My favorite from the group is Pam Morris card! Love the color combo and the Emboss mat makes it look like a shade, great job!
Thank you, Katrina! That means so much to me, especially being showcased in such an amazing group of cards ❤️
Thank you Janice Walsh. I’m the lucky recipient to receive your gorgeous card.
I love the die cut flowers and the white embossing you have done on your card!
Beautiful works of art! Thank you to all the participants for sharing your beautiful cards!
What a great group of cards!!! Can’t wait to see them all!!!
I received Barbara’s card. So fresh and springy! Thank you.
I received Barbara’s card.
Not allowed to edit my post. Thank you Barbara! I love the spring colors and fresh design.