Simon Says Stamp In My Heart Blog Hop - Day 1

I'm so happy to be participating in day 1 of the Simon Says Stamp In My Heart blog hop. I hope you get some inspiration and enjoy the giveaway and a special offer for this blog hop. This gift with purchase will expire March 22nd at 11:59 pm will supplies last.👇👇👇 
For this hop I will be sharing two projects using the gorgeous Gerbera Daisy Background stamp that I am showcasing with different techniques. You can decide which way you would like to try! I had a lot of fun creating each one.
This first technique I used is to stamp the Gerbera Daisy background stamp onto watercolor cardstock using white embossing powder. I heat se the stamped image then trimmed it down to fit an A2 size card base. Then I used distress inks and a waterbrush to add color to each daisy for a whimsical watercolor look. 
I used one bow dies from the new Little Bow die set cut from red cardstock to add as a focal point for my sentiment which was stamped in red ink. To add shine I added clear sticky ink over the sentiment and heat set it with clear embossing powder. This is done easily with a stamp positioner.
The second technique I used is stamping the Gerbera Daisy stamp onto white cardstock with alcohol friendly black ink. I waited a minute for the black ink to dry, then I used copic markers to color in each flower for a dimensional look. I think it looks so dramatic to add black ink in between each flower to really make them pop! I cut a frame and the sentiment from white cardstock as to leave the background the star of this card.
Simon is giving away a $25 shopping spree to a lucky winner! The winner will be picked from the comments left along the hop and announced Wednesday, March 25th on the Simon blog. Each comment will be an entry into the drawing. 👉PLEASE NOTE: If you want to leave a comment on this post, make sure you include your name so we can reach you if you are selected for the giveaway! For tons more inspiration make sure you come back for day 2 of the hop and visit the In My Heart gallery.Thanks for stopping by and happy hopping!

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Hello crafty friends! Thank you for stopping by. My name is Barbara and this is my blog showcasing my work as a cardmaker as well as other paper crafting projects! Welcome!

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  1. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 5:25 AM

    Marisela Delgado said: Hello, pretty lady 🙋🏻‍♀️ I miss you! What a beautiful card. Beautiful as always. Big hug! 💜🐻 mariandmonsterd@yahoo.com

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    1. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 7:14 AM

      I love the colors and design of this card.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 5:41 AM

    The daisies have just the right amount of vivid pop. Love the watercoloring.

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  3. Janet KatzMarch 20, 2026 at 5:44 AM

    Gorgeous daisies! Love the red bow.

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  4. HeidiMarch 20, 2026 at 6:04 AM

    Stunning! Love your Cards :) Heidi O.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 6:05 AM

    I love your cards. The colors are so vibrant!!

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  6. Shannon BettisMarch 20, 2026 at 6:34 AM

    Beautiful cards! This Gerber daisy background stamp is awesome! Great job!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 6:57 AM

    I like both of your techniques. A full background stamp seems an easy way to build a card, and I like the look of the scrolly frame as a topper.

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  8. BeverlyBLMarch 20, 2026 at 7:03 AM

    Thought both cards were spectacular. Didn’t realize my last comment would be anonymous. Is that something you could fix or most of your comments will be anonymous. Thanks.

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    1. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 8:28 AM

      I’m working on it. So sorry I don’t know why it does that. It’s so frustrating. Please leave your name in the comments so we can contact you if you are selected for the giveaway.

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  9. gingerMarch 20, 2026 at 7:06 AM

    Gerbera Daisies are one of my absolute favorite summer flowers, their colors are so bright & happy. I was thrilled to see the new Gerbera Daisy BG stamp. Your two cards each one made via a different technique perfectly showed off the individuals flowers & the overall stamp. I especially love your second card, those little pops of black peeking through really made the colors pop, like how some scattered pots filled with Gerbera's pop on a deck or porch. Thanks for sharing your beautiful cards.

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  10. Anna GivenMarch 20, 2026 at 7:19 AM

    Love it. The bright colors are a perfect way to ring in the spring season

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  11. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 7:43 AM

    Beautiful backgrounds! Beth Willoughby

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  12. Maria SchaeferMarch 20, 2026 at 7:59 AM

    Your first card above pushed me over the edge to buy that stamp. I absolutely adore these cards, but especially the top one - so beautiful!

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  13. Linda PMarch 20, 2026 at 8:14 AM

    Very pretty cards. I am not good with Copics, but you have created a beautiful card front. I think I can do that first technique, so I'll give it a try. Lovely pair of cards.

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  14. Mary BMarch 20, 2026 at 8:32 AM

    I love the colors you used!

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  15. sharon gMarch 20, 2026 at 8:53 AM

    Your flowers are so cute--I like your color choices...

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  16. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Love the brightness of these cards, a happy reminder that even on dreary days, warmer weather is coming.
    Cindy Nelson

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  17. MissyMarch 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM

    Those daisies are so pretty, and both your cards are stunning!

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  18. JoAnnMarch 20, 2026 at 9:23 AM

    Wow, I love both versions with this daisy background stamp.

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  19. Lynda NunezMarch 20, 2026 at 9:23 AM

    Beautiful Cards!

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  20. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 9:32 AM

    Gorgeous cards!!

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  21. Kathy EddyMarch 20, 2026 at 9:34 AM

    Such beautiful daisies.

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  22. Kathy DumpertMarch 20, 2026 at 9:46 AM

    Beautiful cards and thank you for sharing what lovely colors you used!

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  23. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 10:13 AM

    I LOVE THE COLORS YOU USED IN YOU CARDS THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL

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  24. Joy MeadowsMarch 20, 2026 at 10:27 AM

    Gorgeous cards!!! Love this background.

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  25. Susan sonnierMarch 20, 2026 at 10:30 AM

    Wow what beautiful cards

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  26. Kim LundstromMarch 20, 2026 at 10:43 AM

    Wow! I love your cards! Just beautiful!😍

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  27. lklebackMarch 20, 2026 at 10:48 AM

    Love your use of flowers!

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  28. Kim SchlenkerMarch 20, 2026 at 10:57 AM

    Beautiful cards! I may need a second job with this months release!

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  29. Connie HostakMarch 20, 2026 at 11:01 AM

    Beautiful! It's amazing the different looks you can get by making just a few little changes!

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  30. Kelly A. CrowlMarch 20, 2026 at 11:08 AM

    YOU MAKE BEAUTIFUL CARDS!

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  31. Meghan KennihanMarch 20, 2026 at 11:10 AM

    These flowers are MAGNIFICENT! I LOVE the colors!

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  32. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 11:19 AM

    Lovely cards!

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  33. Daria Z.March 20, 2026 at 12:11 PM

    These cards are beautiful!! I love the fresh colors you used and the different looks you achieved.

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  34. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 12:19 PM

    Flower stamps are my favorite and I love the way you painted them. Karen Tarolli

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  35. Mary-Anne VMarch 20, 2026 at 12:24 PM

    Wow these backgrounds are amazing.

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  36. DanaMarch 20, 2026 at 12:30 PM

    I love the bright colors you used and how you used the resist technique, will have to try this technique.

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  37. Stacey KowbelMarch 20, 2026 at 12:39 PM

    Beautiful cards! I really love the colours you used for the flowers on each card!

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  38. Andrea RobertMarch 20, 2026 at 12:46 PM

    The colors you chose for your flowers are so vibrant...two very happy cards!

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  39. Cathleen FullerMarch 20, 2026 at 1:31 PM

    Love the verbena daisies. Your cards are gorgeous. The color choices are spectacular!

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  40. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 1:49 PM

    I love your flowers, the colors are amazing.

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  41. mumsterMarch 20, 2026 at 1:50 PM

    Bright and cheery cards Love your color choices

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  42. janiceMarch 20, 2026 at 2:30 PM

    Both cards are beautiful! I love the colors you chose!! Thank you for sharing!

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  43. BonnieMarch 20, 2026 at 2:38 PM

    Both of these techniques are perfect to show off this stamp, Barbara! You've sold me!

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  44. RobiWMarch 20, 2026 at 2:48 PM

    Oh, so very pretty!!!

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  45. Kathy J in Ellicott CityMarch 20, 2026 at 3:27 PM

    Great cards!

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  46. kathy finneganMarch 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM

    Beautiful cards. Love the colors you used!

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  47. KarinMarch 20, 2026 at 4:13 PM

    Your cards are beautiful!

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  48. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 4:55 PM

    Those daisies are so stunning!

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  49. STACEY FMarch 20, 2026 at 5:47 PM

    Love the colors in your cards! Beautiful!

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  50. Emma SleppyMarch 20, 2026 at 6:16 PM

    Both of these cards are adorable!! Love the colors!!

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  51. Denise BryantMarch 20, 2026 at 7:02 PM

    Both cards are so pretty! Awesome color combos! Love the way you added your sentiment with the bow on the first card!

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  52. ~amy~March 20, 2026 at 7:07 PM

    These are both gorgeous!

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  53. Sunshine HoneyBeeMarch 20, 2026 at 7:14 PM

    Pretty floral creations.

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  54. CortneyMarch 20, 2026 at 7:32 PM

    I love how you used this background stamp. Gorgeous.

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  55. Cristy ArtazMarch 20, 2026 at 8:11 PM

    That black ink background is amazing!

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  56. Lynn Chan HJCMarch 20, 2026 at 8:21 PM

    wow so pretty! :)

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  57. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 8:46 PM

    These are very pretty. Great colors.

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  58. AnonymousMarch 20, 2026 at 8:48 PM

    The colors are so pretty on your cards. A great job.

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  59. PaulineMarch 21, 2026 at 1:28 AM

    Beautiful cards, love Gerber Daises, and love the vibrant colours you used!

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  60. Mark GMarch 21, 2026 at 3:36 AM

    Wow. Love the colors

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  61. Donna PhelanMarch 21, 2026 at 5:36 AM

    These are glorious! Love your Fab colors and Gerbera Daisies--soooo pretty!

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  62. Sheila Styre-BriereMarch 21, 2026 at 6:44 AM

    Beautiful cards Barbara, using fun techniques with the fabulous new release 🤗

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  63. LMarch 21, 2026 at 7:23 AM

    Thanks for the detailed instructions on how to create your fabulous cards!

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  64. BunnyMarch 21, 2026 at 8:03 AM

    I love Copic coloring but I also love watercoloring after I heat emboss. If I couldn't heat emboss I'd have the colors bleed into spaces I don't want. Your cards are lovely. Thank you. [Bunny]

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  65. LaDawn McIntyreMarch 21, 2026 at 8:24 AM

    I love the palette in the first one. Gorgeous.

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  66. AnonymousMarch 21, 2026 at 8:25 AM

    Love both cards. Love the daisies!

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  67. Sandy SuzukaMarch 21, 2026 at 9:24 AM

    I love Gerber daisies and having them as a background is almost as good. Love that you showed how you colored them first with distress inks and then another card using alcohol markers. the added black does make the flowers stand out nicely in the 2nd card.

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  68. bzyPTmomMarch 21, 2026 at 10:31 AM

    Beautiful cards, lovely colors! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  69. Dee EarnshawMarch 21, 2026 at 10:47 AM

    lovely colorful cards!!

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  70. GailMarch 21, 2026 at 11:39 AM

    Beautiful Thank you for sharing your talent

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  71. Kim LundstromMarch 21, 2026 at 11:47 AM

    I lost my mom last year and seeing beautiful Mother’s Day cards touches my heart. Your second card got me to thinking I can still make my mom a card every year and keep it on my desk or even frame it with a picture of her. Thank you for the inspiration! I love your work!

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  72. Michele LeeMarch 21, 2026 at 12:08 PM

    Love both your cards! The colors are beautiful!

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  73. Gayle I.March 21, 2026 at 12:38 PM

    Lovely cards; colors are beautiful!

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  74. Lynn StevensMarch 21, 2026 at 2:30 PM

    WOW ,Mic drop Those flowers are amazing. Love all those gorgeous colors

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  75. JadeMarch 21, 2026 at 2:31 PM

    I like your Gerber daisy cards! Such pretty colors.

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  76. sharMarch 21, 2026 at 3:41 PM

    Gorgeous red and orange together

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  77. Shirley GaleckiMarch 21, 2026 at 4:54 PM

    Love your vibrant colors and design. Thanks for sharing

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  78. Melissa LeftrickMarch 21, 2026 at 5:04 PM

    Beautiful cards and the colors are amazing

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  79. Barbara-Jean KMarch 21, 2026 at 5:31 PM

    Love the gerber daisies and your two cards! Can’t get into my blogger account??

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  80. AnonymousMarch 21, 2026 at 6:11 PM

    Beautiful cards. I love your colors with the gerber daisies.

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  81. Kristine BoydstunMarch 21, 2026 at 8:20 PM

    Gorgeous cards! I love the second one the best!

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  82. Percilla GuruleMarch 21, 2026 at 8:58 PM

    I really liked the colors used on your cards

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