Hello Stampers,

It's Border Buddy Saturday Patsy here to share with you some of the reasons I think the Butterfly Basics Stamp Set deserves a spot on your shelf.

What makes "Basics" the perfect word for this stamp set?

I often times think why did Stampin' Up! has given a particular stamp set it's name.  So I looked up Basics in the dictionary…

Definition of Basic: Forming an essential foundation or starting point; fundamental.

A few synonyms for Basic:

• fundamental – This truly is a fundamental set that can cover any occasion & any gender
• essential – it will be for so many great stamping techniques
• elemental – many of the stamps in this set can be the basis for the start of any great card
• quintessential – perfect! Love this one

So that explains why this is the perfect word to be included in the name of this set.

Why I choose Photopolymer for this stamp set.

I ordered this stamp set in Photopolymer to make for exact and easy placement of the elements.  The Blackberry Bliss border along the top and bottom of the Whisper White was a snap to stamp, since I could see exactly where I was stamping.

The Fern is Old Olive and I just inked it once and stamped three times without re-inking to give the fern different shades.  I love the mixed font in Sending Wishes Your Way it adds a really nice touch.

• Blackberry Bliss Paper (5 1/2" x 8 1/2")
• Whisper White ( 3" x 4 1/4" and some scraps for the butterflies)
• Classic Inks: Blackberry Bliss, Crushed Curry and Old Olive
• Memento Pad: Tuxedo Black

This cards is nice in flat for easy snail mailing.  Speaking of snail mailing I love the new Better Than Email Stamp Set (#140463).  Perfect for adding a final touch to the back of your card. 

And if you love to sell your cards or hand stamp project this stamp set fullfills your *Angel Policy requirements. 

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