Hi friends! Today happens to be an incredibly exciting day, not just because it’s my birthday, but because the looooong-awaited Pinkfresh Studio September 2023 Ink Release is finally here!! With so many delays, it felt like these beautiful inks were never going to arrive, but here they are in all of their glory! This new release adds so many beautiful additions to the already-gorgeous Pinkfresh Studio rainbow of ink colors. You can purchase the large pads individually HERE on the Pinkfresh Studio website, or as an Ink Pad Bundle (PFS | SSS). Pinkfresh Studio also offers their ink pads in cubes to accommodate everybody’s storage needs, and you can check them out HERE on the Pinkfresh Studio website. You can also purchase the entire bundle of new ink cubes (PFS | SSS) as well!
Pinkfresh Studio is releasing an absolutely scrumptious addition to their Studio Essentials line with the release of their new 72 Ink Cube Holder (PFS | SSS) and 48 Ink Cube Holder (PFS | SSS). These ink cube holders are the epitome of elegance, with pale blush pink vegan leather and a crisp white velour interior, accented with shining gold hardware. I don’t have many ink cubes, but let me tell you… I want to get some just to store them in these stunning cases!! They would make great holiday gifts for your crafty friends, too!
I was particularly enamored with the Rose Garden and Green Gables ink sets, and so chose to use those as the color palette for my holiday cards today! For my first project, I wanted to put those beautiful and unique new shades of red to good use. The Rose Garden ink family is a stunning ombré of peachy blush to a unique cool, deep red. I am not kidding when I say that Begonia (PFS | SSS) and Mulberry Blush (PFS | SSS) are my two favorite ink colors in this new release. So different from anything that I have in my (extensive) ink collection!
To start, I heat embossed the Dainty Plaid Background (PFS | SSS) onto some white cardstock using Hero Arts Iridescent Gold Embossing Powder (SSS | HA). I then used the coordinating Dainty Plaid Stencils (PFS | SSS) and Cherry Blossom (PFS | SSS), Begonia (PFS | SSS), and Mulberry Blush (PFS | SSS) inks to create this lovely and festive tone-on-tone red plaid background. Depending on your pressure with your blending tools, you can make these colors more or less intense, creating a whole array of shades!
After I had created my plaid background, I used the Winter Berries Frame Hot Foil Plate (PFS | SSS) with Speckled Aura hot foil (SB | SSS). I cut out the images with the coordinating dies (PFS | SSS), then used the Waffle Flower Grip Mat (SSS) with the coordinating Winter Berries Stencils (PFS | SSS) to blend Begonia (PFS | SSS), Mulberry Blush (PFS | SSS), Sage (PFS | SSS), and Eucalyptus (PFS | SSS) inks to create these lovely and festive floral die cuts that coordinated beautifully with the plaid background. I also die cut the pieces of the Artistic Bows (PFS | SSS) from white cardstock and blended Cherry Blossom (PFS | SSS), Begonia (PFS | SSS), and Mulberry Blush (PFS | SSS) inks on each piece before assembling to create a bow that perfectly matched the colors of the rest of my card!
For the greeting, I heat embossed a sentiment from Holiday Large Sentiments stamps (PFS | SSS) using more of the Hero Arts Iridescent Gold Embossing Powder (SSS | HA). I die cut the finished sentiment with the coordinating die (PFS | SSS). To accent my plaid background and coordinate with the white on the die cuts, I die cut a white frame using the Blanket Stitched Oval dies (PFS | SSS), popping it up on the plaid background using foam adhesive. I arranged my berries, bow, and sentiment on the card front, popping them up with single and double layers of foam adhesive to add lots of dimension. Finally, I added a few Sparkle & Shine Glitter Drops (PFS | SSS) to add one more sparkling touch, making this card super festive!
My second card is an homage to the gorgeous Green Gables ink set. These shades of green are such a beautiful and unique addition to the Pinkfresh Studio ink line! Green normally plays second fiddle to whatever pinks, purples, and corals I am using for my flowers, so I thought I’d allow these beautiful, verdant shades to be the star of the show for this project! I began by hot foiling the Lush Vines Hot Foil Plate (PFS | SSS) using Speckled Aura hot foil (SB | SSS) onto some white cardstock. I then used large blending brushes to blend Sage (PFS | SSS), Eucalyptus (PFS | SSS), Spruce Tips (PFS | SSS), and Lush Forest (PFS | SSS) inks in an ombré down the front of the hot foiled background. I am in love with these gorgeous greens!! I trimmed the blended, foiled panel down slightly and mounted it on a full sized A2 panel of Midnight Green cardstock from Simon Says Stamp.
Next, I hot foiled the negative leftovers of the Winter Berries Frame Hot Foil Plate (PFS | SSS) from the previous card using the Solid Hot Foil Plate (PFS | SSS) and die cut the images with the coordinating dies (PFS | SSS). I blended Lush Forest (PFS | SSS) over the white lines to create a bit more contrast and to coordinate more perfectly with my shiny green background. I also heat embossed the JOY Hot Foil Plate (PFS | SSS) using Aura hot foil (PFS | SSS | SB), then die cut it with the Coordinating Die (PFS | SSS). Using the same green inks, I blended over the white areas around the edges of the die cuts, as well, to keep everything completely cohesive.
Sage (PFS | SSS), Eucalyptus (PFS | SSS), Spruce Tips (PFS | SSS), Lush Forest (PFS | SSS) inks
I die cut a crazy sparkly frame using the Nested Hexagon dies (PFS | SSS) and some fabulous Luxe Glitter cardstock from Simon Says Stamp, which I backed with clear acetate and enclosed with foam tape. I filled my shaker with coordinating green and gold sequins from my stash and added it to the front of my blended, foiled card. Over the top of my shaker, I arranged my foiled and blended die cuts, popping them up with foam adhesive to add extra height. The finishing touch was a twine bow to add extra textural interest to this detailed and super color-coordinated project!
Well, that’s all for my projects today! Now for some fun givewaway information:
We will be giving away the full release on the Pinkfresh blog & YouTube channel.
Pinkfresh Studio will be giving away a total of FIVE $25 gift cards along the hop. As per usual with blog hops – the winners will be selected from the comments.Winners will be announced on October 9, 2023 on our GIVEAWAY PAGE. Winners must check that page & claim their prize within 2 weeks.
Here’s the full hop list below:
Thanks so much for stopping by today, and happy hopping!
WOW!!!!!!!!!! These are incredible! The colors are sooo rich! I LOVE the JOY one!
Simply stunning cards! Amazing colors.
Gorgeous holiday cards! Those reds!
Wow!! You never disappoint!! Great cards!!
These are gorgeous! Deep rich colors fabulous! Very Festive, Very Merry!!! Now I want that Plaid stencil set lol
Beautiful cards! So excited for this new color release!
I am in love with your cards. They are simply stunning.
Emily! I love both cards and I can’t agree with you more than the perfect combo of Rose Garden and Green Gables! Such elegant cards, I’m pulling all these supplies out of my stash to create a few cards for this season! Thank you for the inspiration!
Beautiful cards, lovely use of the fantastic new colors. And yes, I’ve already ordered the storage unit!!!
Beautiful cards. Love the
background of green – makes
the gold frame pop. thanks for
sharing.
LOVING the new greens! Can’t wait to get my new cubes. The 72 cube holder is fantastic!
Wow!!! Gorgeous cards. The first one is to die for! All the new ink colors are wonderful… what a great addition to the product line.
BEAUTIFUL cards!!! I love both so much. That joy one looks ready for a fancy party! What a neat color release💕
I love the new colors. Your cards highlight them perfectly! So Pretty!
These are GORGEOUS!
Both are just darling! 😍😍😍
Lovely cards, Emily! Both of them are festive and delightful. I really enjoyed seeing these and admiring the new ink colors!
Those are beautiful cards. The designs are fabulous and the colors are perfect.
Such beautiful cards to showcase the new PFS ink colors!
So beautiful and fancy.
Standout holiday designs that really show off these new inks, the green and gold shaker is my fave.
Great new colors. I love that new Winter Berries stamp too. So many different things to do with it.
Both cards are quite striking and lovely. I was pleasantly surprised to find two, love the green one as well!
Loving your Christmas cards and the new green gables collection!
Beautiful cards.
I couldnt be more thrilled and this was SOOOO worth the wait. Thank you for making them perfect and gorgeous. I cant wait to get all the new goodies! Xoxo
Wow! These are gorgeous!
What elegant cards! Thank you!
I love plaid and your card is so pretty!!
MOST stunning cards!! TRULY elegance overload! I WILL SIT AND ENJOY LOOKING AT THEM FOR AWHILE!!!
ABSOLUTE loving this release inspiration HOP! Gorgeous and inspiring = MUST have ink colors!
Thanks for sharing your lovely talents!
WOW!!! Both of these cards are unbelievable. The plaid with the bow. I just love it!
What elegant cards! Love them both!
Your cards are absolutely stunning!!
Love these cards! I also bought the plaid background stamp and haven’t used it yet, so I was thankful for the inspiration!
WOW! WOW! WOW! Stunning cards!
Wow, such gorgeous Christmas cards!
These are lovely cards. I like the green ink and I really like that plaid stamp you used. EVERYBODY wants that ink cube holder.
Gorgeous cards, so rich looking!
The colors are all so beautiful! Alisa Howard
Fabulous cards, gorgeous holiday colors!
Both beautiful cards but the red one is my favorite.
Breakfast cards! Love the green and gold!!
The backgrounds of your designs are stunning.
Love both of these but WOW does that green one pop!! Gorgeous!!
Great cards, thank you for sharing
Gorgeous cards! The new pinks & greens used on the first card are perfect complementaries. So festive!
Such beautiful cards! Love them both!!
Wow! Nice cards!
Beautiful job Emily
Love your cards, that red plaid is my favorite.
Just wonderful cards. I love the dainty plaid stencil set. The ink colors makes it pops.
Your cards are gorgeous. Those reds and greens are so rich!
Love your gorgeous Christmas cards
My favorite is the card with red plaid in the background, the bows and the lovely sentiment.
Beautiful! I love that red plaid and winter berries card! 🙂
I’m in love with the red plaid card!
Absolutely stunning cards! Green is my favorite color, so I especially love the Joy card ❤
Wow, these are stunning holiday cards! I love the vibrant colors and sparkle.
Stunning cards. I love the plaid background on the first card.
Loving the blending on the green card, so smooth. And the plaid – I think I just joined the plaid-wagon! Thanks.
Beautiful card and beautiful new colors combo. Thank you for sharing.
Gorgeous cards as usual!!!!
Lovely cards! They highlight the new colors so well!
Lovely projects!
Love both of the cards but the red is my favorite
Oh the card with the Green Gables set is outstanding next to the gold!
Elegant cards, love them both!
Oh Girl, you have out done this one. I love the plaid with the bold bow, but that green background with the gold has my heart too..
Your cards are amazing!
Wow! Your cards are beautiful! Not normally a green girl, but this is lovely.
Wow! Your cards are stunning!
Both cards are breathtaking but the Joy one. WOW!!!
Holy moly that gold and green!! I’ve never seen that luxe cardstock, it’s stunning!
These are just stunning. Love them!
Absolutely gorgeous!
All I can say is, Wow! These cards and colors are absolutely gorgeous. I love how rich and vibrant they are!
Beautiful holiday cards!
Gorgeous cards!! The dainty plaid background is stunning!
Such beautiful cards! The colors are so vibrant. Thanks so much for sharing.
These are awesome! I’ll be making some for sure!
Gorgeous designs! I can only imagine the shimmer on these with all of the foiling and heat embossing!
Gorgeous cards! I especially love the background and the winter berries design on your first card! Fabulous colors!
LOVE that plaid background–one stunning Christmas card!
Gorgeous cards, here again I love the new ink colors. The red and green is so vibrant.
Dear Emily – The very first word I thought of when I saw card #1 was “FESTIVE!!” and the very first thought I had for card #2 with that gorgeous green background was “WOW! Way to combine Lush Vines — a previously-released item — with the new colors. Then my very next thought was “OOOH! I bet those are the Green Gables inks,” which were my pick of the new 24 colors. Your work is, as always, exemplary!! Your talent continues to astound and impress me.
Lori S in PA
Such beautiful Christmas cards! I love the use of the gold embossing powder and gold hot foil to add that e tra sparkle to the cards
Beautiful cards!!
Beautiful cards! Really love the Joy card. So elegant!
I love how you have chosen to use the deeper colors of the new collections.
Beautiful!! Love the new colors & storage!!
Your cards are gorgeous!
Your red plaid card was the first one I wanted to see when I saw the sneak peaks on release day. Love it!
Both of these are gorgeous!!! Loving the plaid background!!
Stunning! Love the red!
Wow! I love these beautiful designs! The green and gold one is stunning!
Such stunning cards!! Love the deep bold colors you chose to work with! Soo excited for these new inks!!!
Your cards are so elegant – and the colors just shine!!
I love that you used the little bow! The colors are gorgeous, and allll the sparkle, i love it!
Both cards are gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!
Pretty cards showcasing some of the new colors.
Incredible and amazing holiday cards! Magnificent! Stunning ink colors!
Such wonderful cards and colors! Thanks for sharing! 😊
WOW! Your Christmas cards are STUNNING! The colors are so BEAUTIFUL! Amazing job!
Wow–gorgeous cards but that plaid background and beautiful florals really caught my eye–amazing! Thanks for the inspiration and how to use these great new inks!
Wow your cards are so elegant and fancy. I love the sparkle on the last and the plaid on the first.
So pretty and festive!
Oh wow! Your cards never disappoint! The plaid is so gorgeous … and the colors … stunning! So beautiful and elegant!
Nice layer and color combinations.