Featured Stamp: Fireworks (and a giveaway!)

Some sets of Banana Frog stamps are fantastic focal stamps that are super when you want to make a wow card or have a layout on the theme of the set -think Kawaii Kokeshi, Hiya Chick or Its Christmas, Deer. Then there are the other kind. The kind that you can use to make up a gazillion patterns so you always have your own patterned paper. The kind that can be the focus too, but it super at supporting other sets and designs. Some people tell me they are scared of this type of set, they are not sure how to use it and although the would love to, they often fall back on the picture type sets. This is a shame because they are really, really easy to use and so adaptable.

Perhaps my most used of this other kind of set is Fireworks (I must add, that it is quickly followed by It's all about Flourishes) and so I wanted to share 4 different cards where the Fireworks set has been put to use. Mainly as background but in such a way that they form the focus too.

Card 1 - Birthday Wish:

 

This card is one done by Julie Hickey who is also a big fan of Fireworks and it is one of my favourite cards. It is so simple yet stunning. Julie stamped in 3 shades of green in little clusters -a good tip is to start with the lightest shade first and then work through the darker colours. This gives a bit of depth to your background. Julie then die cut her greeting and stuck it over the stamping. To add some typical Hickey sparkle she added some gorgeous gemstones.

Card 2 - Best Friend:

For this card I have simply stamped the fireworks onto a tag shape to use it as the focus of my card. Actually, this card is one that I make time and time again. The elements always work and it always looks effective no matter what colours I put together.

Card 3 - Little Princess:

This card is one that Debbie made and it shows the fireworks as both a background and focal stamp. I love how chunky the fireworks look with the buttons on top against the fine detail of the background fireworks. Debbie stamped the chunkier fireworks on card and then cut them out (you can also punch them out), and then cut spokes round the firework shape leaving a slight edge to add contrast (and of course make it easier to cut out!).

Card 4 - Thanks:

The final card is a fun card that can be adapted to any occasion. It is also a fantastic way to use this set on a layout. I first punched out the circles (I think they are 1.5", 1" and 0.5") and stamped 3 different sizes of fireworks onto the card. I stamped first in one colour (lime green)  and then inked the stamp with another colour (orange) twisted the stamp slightly so that the spokes moved and then stamped down again. The great thing about Banana Frog stamps is that they are clear so you can always see exactly where you are stamping. This made it super easy to get the multicoloured flower fireworks. I then used foam pads to make them stand out and put crystals in the middle for a bit of bling.

So, four easy cards using the Firework set. We would love to see how you use the Fireworks stamps so please do link any pictures, upload them to the Banana Frog flickr group or email me.

If you would like to win a set of the Fireworks stamps, leave us a comment below. The closing date is October 30th at 12pm GMT.

Good luck!

 

 

Comments

[SallyB]

I could never choose a favourite Banana Frog stamp ~ they are all fantastic ~ I use mine endlessly and they just keep on stamping. Thanks for all the inspiration
SallyB x

[erica]

Thanks for all the inspiration. Banana frog stamps are just the best.

[Pam]

What greatways to use the firework stamp-love all of thise ideas!!

[Sue Bone]

I think this stamp set is very versatile at any time of year and not just for bonfire night.

[Lesley]

I love BF stamps. They are so easy to use and so versatile.

[diane]

I had overlooked the Fireworks, it's always the simple stamps that you don't take a second look at that are the best! (If that isn't an insult!!!)

[Irene L.]

Thanks for giving us ideas for how to use the fireworks stamps in unusual ways. They would be fun to have.

[Terri-Ann M]

Well all I can say is wow! Never realised how versatile those stamps were! They would be a fab addition. Thanks for the chance to win. x

[elliemook]

Those cards are all fab. Especially like the double stamping technique on the last card

[jayne]

Oooh a lovely set of cards . I love the last one too , so bright & colourful :)

[Anso]

That fireworks stamp set looks great - and some nice ideas for it here too :)

[Lynne Reed]

I love all your stamps and Blizzard has been used so often by me its worth its weight in gold! Hope I win the firework set, thanks for the chance x

[Diane]

Lovely projects, such fab stamps and great to get the newsletter again. Many thanks.:)

[Jenny]

Great inspiration & thanks so much for the chance to win!

[Jane]

have always loved the look of those stamps and now how some idea of what to do with them!!

[Debbie Wakeford]

i always watch out for banana frog shows on create and craft, love the simplicity of your designs and the good value! met bev at a craft show a while back and had a nice chat about our shared passion for retro style.

[Pat Wilkinson]

Thanks for showng us how to use these stamps. All the samples are lovely

[karen slade]

Fabulous cards, and yet again so many different effects from the same stamps - absolutely gorgeous.

[Jessica R]

Great ideas for the stamps! Thanks for the opp!

[Sally]

This proves that sometimes, less really is more - such simple stamps, such stunning results!

[Sonja]

Fireworks stamps are pretty cool although I struggle to choose a favourite. Lovely cards.

[Melinda Wilson]

I love this stamp and thanks for the opp to win!

[Claire]

This stamp set seems so versatile...i have watched you use them on C & C and may ask santa to bring me them...unless i was lucky enough to win them!!....Keep up the good work

[Gini Owen]

These are such a great design Bev.
Love the Thanks card the best, very clever use of the stamps.
Thank you for the chance to win a set :-)
Gini
xx

[Littlemisspip.wordpress.com]

Wow I love all of the difference textures you can create. What a versatile stamp!

LMP

[Karen keiper]

love all the cards. the rirst one is my fav. thanks for howing us how versatile this set can be.

[Erica Lasham]

Awesome cards, thanks for the inspiration. I love Banana Frog stamps, it is too hard to pick a favourite.

[becky mischief]

what great ideas its always the simple stamps that have so many uses, thanks for sharing them with us

[Lousette Ashton]

Great ideas for using the fireworks set. So effective.

[Caroline]

I love the stamped background, without knowing it was done with a firework set, no one would know! Think I need to get my stamps out and look at them in a different light. Thank you so much for inspiring me. Im in a block at the mo :-(.

[Trish Verner]

Fireworks stamp set are my most favourite stamps... ever! I simply adore them and love using them for all different occasions- they are so versatile.
Hugs,
Trish

[dogmatix]

love the fireworks stamps and the colours in the projects are gorgeous :)

[Tonia]

Many lovely ideas with the fireworks stamps!

[{vicki}]

Love the fireworks used on the birthday card!

[Elizabeth]

I love the card with the buttons and like the idea of the tag card.

[Joanna]

Great use of the fireworks stamps, absolutely love the birthday card!

[ruth duxbury]

i have quite a few banana frog products i love them all and so do my crafty friends keep up the good work

[den howarth]

the fireworks are stamps really go with a bang as do all the banana frog stamps in afield of there own

[Di]

Love that fireworks set - we saw a fireworks display on Sunday and my 2.5 year old is still talking about how much he likes them!

[Rachel]

I especially love the vibrant card 4. The idea of twisting and restamping opens up a whole new level of possibilities. Thanks

[wendyp]

love creating my own background paper with stamping and the Firework set looks PERFECT for it! Gorgeous samples!!!

[sabine]

I love your stamps and I already have lots of your wonderful sets, but not this one! :-)))

[Alison]

First saw Bev on TV and loved the stamps on show so had to find Banana Frog on the web. What fab designs and so versatile. Just received my first order and must praise you on a fab, speedy service with the personal touch. What an inspirational website as well - I'm hooked!

[Justine B]

What a great, adaptable set for all occasions!

[Paula L.]

I would love to win these stamps, thanks for the chance!
ap_lemos at yahoo dot com

[Caroline Goddard]

What a great stamp with many uses. I would love to recieve one of these.

Caroline

[Michele]

Nice set of stamps with a wide variety of uses - love it! Thanks for the giveaway...

[Bev]

WOW!!!!

[jackie]

I love the stamps.
what a creative way to shimmer plain paper.

[Betty]

What great ideas!!! Thanks for the chance to win.

[Darla Welch]

Love the set!

[Donna Laipply]

Looks like a really fun set. Thank you for the chance to wind.

[Kelly Massman]

Came over from Craft Gossip! Thanks for a chance to win!
kmassman gmail

I'm putting you in my RSS feed.

[Amy in ne]

I love this stamp! And the ideas are great...endless possibilities!
Thanks for the chance to win!!

[Jeanne]

Love this set! Thanks for the opportunity to win it!

[sharon levash]

this is great
love the stamp
set and all the
neat ideas.
thanks

[Sharyn M]

Would love to win this stamp set. Thank you for giving me the chance. Sharyn

[Tabitha]

So many things you can do with these stamps--I'd LOVE to win them!Thanks!

[Judith (from Israel)]

I do a lot of embroidery on paper and these stamps would be perfect for embroidery on paper - with the embroidered lines appearing between the stamped lines.

[Raelynn]

I love this stamp set, I goes great with the nursery bedding I want to get.

[Susan Spiers]

These cards are so pretty & how versatile can a stamp like these be? Imagination is all u need!

[Mimi]

Oh my gosh! I love this set and what you can do with it - wowsers! Please count me in for this awesome giveaway!

[Miss Mew]

These stamps are perfect! I would so much love to win them - please enter me in the draw. Thanks!

[Janelle King]

This is so great. I love these!

[Joani]

I'd love to have this stamp set!

Joani
t-i-double-g-r@comcast.net
http://wynd.me/witty

[Barbara Gordon]

VERY cool stamps! Would love to win :-)

[Wendy Lynch]

You have a great site and ideas. And very generous of you to give away a stamp set. On that note, pick me! :)

[Christy]

How cute! Thanks for the chance to win them.

[Furrypig3]

loved the cards when you were on create and craft would love to win the fantastic stamps. Thanks so much for the chance xxx

[sharon]

Awesome stamps, can use the design in scrapbooking and card marking- simple but with a wow factor!

[Lazydaisyknitsbyamanda.blogspot.com]

Love all the inspiration that you have given!!! Would love a set for myself so I can try it!! Thank you!

[Ellen Lai]

Wow, fantastic works with the stamps! Make me eager to own a set too :)

[Jeanne Clarke]

BF stampe are a must have! Thank you for the innovative ideas

[JD]

Cute stamps. Thanks for the inspiration ideas!

[Crafter1953]

I think that the fireworks stamps could be used in so many ways my mind is running with ideas. I hope that I win , it would be just the greatest thing. Thank you for the give away...

[Desire Kantor]

I love what you have done with the fireworks stamps - they can be used in so many different and interesting ways - a must in any stamp collection.

[tammy miller]

Wow these are awesome and the possiblities are limitless!

[Gloria]

Hi I love the firework stamp and every time I have the spare cash to buy it, it is sold out! Even on Create and Craft. I feel I'm not meant to own it only admire all the lovely cards made from using this set. Sad or what?

[Susan]

love this set...so many possibilities!!!

[Crystal Thomas]

Awesome set. Love the the cards showing how many ways you can use it.

[Studiodax.wordpress.com]

Oh so very very cool.... I use pattern stamps for creating etched copper components, and these would be really really great!

[Hannah Carroll]

Love the cards, thanks for the inspiration! Hannah x

[sophiemily]

Fantastic stamps...they can be used in so many ways. I love your samples.

[narilla]

Love the cards - those Fireworks are just soooooooo versatile :-)
It just goes to show that you do not need machines/die cutters/papers/embellishments etc. ad infinitum ... all you need are one or two sets of stamps, a stamp pad, a few brads/jewels and voila!! brilliant cards that ooze quality and uniqueness :-)

[MaryAnn]

Love the fireworks stamps samples. So many options for a simple design.

[Olessya K]

So festive stamps! I would love to win them.