Monthly Archives: October 2016

Parade in Review …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today before I share the card parade in review … I’d like to ask if you would join me in a prayer for one of my stampin’ friends from my Thursday Night stamp club. She is going into surgery today … we hope she comes out with good news, that there is no cancer but we fear she is headed for the fight of her life.

I use the power of positive energy and prayer all the time, for all my friends and family. My niece came out of her double lung transplant earlier this week, and is now breathing on her own. There are miracles all around us.

I thank you now for your prayers and support … we are a real power together. ❤

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Here is a review of the cards that I have made this past week with the “Jar of Haunts” stamp set …

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Again, thank you and take good care.

Have a wonderful weekend.

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Jar of Haunts Card Parade …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is the last of my Jar of Haunts card parade. I noticed that there was one little stamp that I hadn’t used yet … the spider! Makes sense because I do not like spiders and I pretty much stay away from them.

It appears that the little spider that is coming down from the ceiling has tipped over the jar so his friends could all escape! Yikes!

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Simple card highlighted with a little sparkle … the Pumpkin Pie glimmer paper & Halloween Night Specialty Designer paper. I cut my circles wit the “Layering Circles” Framelits.

I thank you for following along with my parade of cards, I’ll be back tomorrow with my “Friday Frights” cards.

Let me know what stamp set you would like to see featured in my next “Parade of Cards”.

Thank you and have a great day!

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Card Parade Day 4 …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Hoping your having a wonderful Wednesday! I must say, I’m having quite a bit of fun creating all of these different Halloween cards with the “Jar of Haunts” stamp set. I know my grandkids are going to love them!! I’m thinking my grandson Aaron will like this one … green slime will make him smile (he’s such a boy!)

There was your warning message … I went on the scary side today. My card features green slime, eyeballs and tombstones!

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For the green slime I actually mixed the Cucumber Crush ink with my Wink of Stella and painted the slime in the jar and on the pumpkin. The eyeballs come in blue, brown and green and are very bloodshot!

Sorry I used a discontinued punch for my tombstone but it really worked out well. Then I sponged it a little to create an aged look.

The background is the silver webbed specialty paper from the Halloween Nights Designer Specialty paper. I admit that I “fussy cut” the pumpkin and the stem … but other than that the card went together quickly.

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If you think it looks creepy here … you should see it in person, the flash makes it sparkle a bit too much, it really looks errie – I just love it!! lol

Have yourself a wonderful Wednesday and I’ll be back tomorrow with day 5 (the last day) of my Jar of Haunts card parade.

Thanks for following along ~

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Jar of Haunts Parade of Cards Day 3

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy Tuesday to you!!  I have another “Jar of Haunts” card for you today, with a touch of humor. Why would I do a parade of cards …. easy, I want to share all the fun and different ways you can use this cute stamp set.

Many years ago one of my stampin’ friends told me she loved all the cards I made, but she would like to see more than just one from a stamp set … well, since then it has been my mission to share multiple card ideas with you.  You will find this on my blog, in my clubs, at my classes and even at my retreats.  It’s a great idea … Thank you Sandy!

On that note, here is card #3 for “Jar of Haunts” …

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It seems to be the “rage” to stack things now days, so I thought it would be fun to stack my pumpkins. It was all fun and games for these three until one of them got canned! And he doesn’t look to happy about it either!

You will see a reoccurring theme in my parade of cards, because not only am I using the same stamp set, I’m using many of the same cardstocks, designer paper and embellishments. It want to show you the true value of our product suites.

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Just as I did yesterday, I water colored my pumpkins using my ink and Aqua Painters. The designer paper and enamel dots are from the “Halloween Nights” product suite, and I used the doily again for an added pop of color. I even added a touch of the Wink of Stella again!

Hope you are having as much fun as I am at this parade … I’ll see you tomorrow with another one!! Do you think it will be cute or scary?? That is the question.

Have an awesome day ~

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …  You can click on any item for more information or to begin shopping. You can use the Hostess Code listed above and any orders over $50 before shipping and handling will get your Virtual Rewards Card punched and you’ll be one step closer to a FREE stamp set of your choice. 

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Jar of Haunts Parade of Cards Day 2 …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is day two of our “Jar of Haunts” stamp set card parade. Today we are going to delve into the spooky side!  Our little jar of haunts has himself all wrapped up.

Today I started with the Halloween Night Specialty Designer paper. Those may look like little with dots, but they are actually silver foil and that is where the glare on the card front is coming from.

I wanted a neat Halloween color pallet… the only thing missing is the orange but we did that yesterday!

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My base is Elegant Eggplant and I teamed it up with the Cucumber Crush… these two colors look great together for Halloween. I water colored my little buddy with the Aqua Painter and Eggplant Envy ink, and his face is done in Cucumber Crush.  

You will find the doily with the 2015-2017 In Color Doilies in the annual catalog. I thought it added a nice touch to the card and highlighted our greeting which is stamped in Eggplant Envy. As I did on yesterdays card, I added the Halloween Nights Enamel Dots to the card – it just adds a fun pop to the card.

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Inside you will find a pair of ghoulish eyes … Made even creepier when I used the Wink of Stella pen and Cucumber Crush ink to paint his eyes!! You must try this!! I went back a brushed the Wink of Stella over his already colored face but the effect is slightly different.

This card really falls into the Quick -n- Easy category … even the watercoloring with the Aqua Painter went quick and it some dimension to our little friend.

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Thank you for checking back on my “Jar of Haunts” parade of cards, I’ll be back tomorrow with card 3.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Simply Sunday: Sweet Treats

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m back with my Simply Sunday card today that features the cute “Jar of Haunts” stamp set from the Holiday Catalog (click to view). No tricks today … only treats!

I was totally excited when I saw this stamp set in the Holiday catalog because it coordinates with the “Everyday Jars” Framelits. I love when Stampin’ Up! introduces a new product that works with a product we already have … that way we get twice as much use out of it (and it saves us money!).

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Today I’m using the jar with the candy corn for a quick -n- simple card. The color pallet was based off of the … you guessed it – the candy corn, making the card fun and colorful. Both pieces of the Designer paper I used come from the “Halloween Night” Specialty Designer paper. (Not included in current promotion)

The cute little candy dots are the “Halloween Night Enamel Dots” … one anchors the banner and the other two were added to balance the card and add some fun texture. The bow comes from our In-Color collection: Peekaboo Peach … it works nicely with our color scheme.

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I brought the candy corn color scheme into the inside of my card as well … why stop with the fun on the front! I also added a few more candy corn to finish it off. I used my Daffodil Delight and Pumpkin Pie markers to color all my candy corn.

Hope you enjoyed today’s card … I will be bringing you more cards from the Jar of Haunts all week long! Then on Friday I will have a special Halloween card for you! Halloween is just around the corner.

Have a great day, and thank you for stopping by.

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Hello December …

Posted in 2016 Occasions Catalog by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a quick and easy way to get your scrapbooking done during the busy Holiday Season …  Hello December 2016 Project Life by Stampin’ Up!

You can document every day in December with the Hello December 2016 products. A few basic products are all you need, so you can spend more time living and less on memory keeping! Watch and see how easy it is!

Oh … and Project Life by Stampin’ Up! isn’t just for scrapbookers, you can use these cute little cards to adorn your card fronts as well! I’ll be sure to share some in the near future.

However, stop back tomorrow as I’ll have your “Simply Sunday” for you … and a little surprise.

Thanks for stopping in, I’ll see you tomorrow.

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Wishing You a Sweet Season

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to introduce you to “Gingy” our little Gingerbread Man (or Girl) from the “Cookie Cutter Christmas” stamp set. These little characters are so cute, you really do just want to eat them up!

So easy to use, just stamp your image and “punch” it out. I love my framelits but you’ll want to make so many of these cute cards that a punch is the perfect way to go … And it’s a bundle so you can save!!

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This Christmas Card also features the “Candy Cane Lane” Designer Series paper. I used the pattern with the pretty little candy cane hearts and the sheet with diagonal stripes. This scrumptious paper is just one of the Designer Series papers that is included in our Buy Three, Get One FREE promotion.

You will also notice that I used the “Cable Knit Dynamic Textured Impressions Folder” … It not only gives you wonderful texture to the card, but brings out that warm and fuzzy feeling of the holidays. Isn’t that the best feeling to send to someone.

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Gingy really stands out on this card. Because I wanted him as my “focal point” … I highlighted him by popping him up with Stampin’ Dimensionals on a tag! The tag was created by using a 2″ wide strip of Whisper White Cardstock and the “Scalloped Tag Topper” punch. The tag was also popped up creating even more depth and dimension to the card.

My card was completed with the greeting from the “Cookie Cutter Christmas” stamp set and the “Candy Cane Lane” Bakers Twine. The Candy Cane Lane product suite is so fun to create with and so easy because it all coordinates … Check it out on pages 4 and 5 of your Holiday Catalog.

Thank you for joining me today, I hope enjoyed this sweet treat of a card.

Have a sweet day ❤

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ PRODUCT LIST … Don’t forget, with each $50 purchase before (shipping &handling) I will stamp your virtual rewards card! Get 10 punches = FREE Stamp Set of your Choice! Just click on any item to learn more about that product or to begin shopping.  Thank you!

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The Celebration ends today …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is the last day to purchase any of the items (listed below) at a 25% discount that were announced for the World Cardmaking Day Celebration.   You won’t want to miss out on this chance to stock up on card making staples to keep the celebration going all year long.

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The following products are On SALE …

Item Description Discount Retail Price Sale Price
138339 2015-2017 In Color Card stock 15% $8 $6.80
141413 2016-2018 In Color Card stock 15% $8 $6.80
141697 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper 25% $11 $8.25
141698 2016-2018 In Color Envelope Paper 25% $11 $8.25
133774 Envelope Punch Board 25% $20 $15
141651 Designer Tin of Cards Project Kit 25% $27 $20.25
129027 Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill – Buy a Fast Fuse Adhesive (item 129026) and get a Refill for FREE! $7.50 FREE with purchase of Fast Fuse Adhesive

 

You have until the 31st to stock up on your Designer Series papers …

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October 1 through 31 , you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one FREE! That’s great news since everyone can use more Designer Series Paper. This sale includes Designer Series Paper from both the annual catalog and the recently released holiday catalog (not including Specialty Designer Series Paper or Designer Series Paper Stacks).

Stop back tomorrow and I will have a “Sweet” card to show you.

I appreciate you taking time out of your day to check out my blog … Thank You!

Wishing your day is an awesome one!

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Fancy Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you some great insight and tips on one of the new products in our Holiday Catalog; the new Fancy Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin’ Up!

The textured designs on this paper appear like magic when you add ink. Stamp, sponge, brayer, or mask it and beautiful designs appear. Or use it alone for elegant, touchable texture. Watch to see what you can do.

 

Cool right! Watch for an upcoming class announcement, then join me for an evening of fun, creating awesome cards with this fabulous designer paper.

Thank you for stopping by,

Enjoy your day ~

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For You …

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Stampin' Up! card ideas by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have another template for you today along with card samples …

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Create a “window” on your Designer Series Paper using framelits or punches, then layer an image or greeting underneath. Try this template with several papers from the same collection and get a different look every time.projecttemplate_cardimage2

Our “For You” card uses the “Blooms & Bliss” Designer Series Paper and the “Love You More” features the “Fruit Stand” designer paper. Amazing how different the cards look even though they are using the same template (layout).

I’ll be sure to post more samples from the great templates I had shared with you.

Thanks for coming over to see my blog today.

Have a very nice day ~

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World Card Making Day & Cards Samples …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is World Card Making Day so I will be re-posting the specials in case you have not seen them yet. However … I have a really cute card created by Amy O’Neill. She is highlighting one of  the Designer Papers that are on the list of papers for the Buy 3 Get 1 Free Sale.

First a reminder in celebration World Card Making day, Stampin’ Up! is offering up to 25% off select cardmaking essentials. I don’t want you to miss out on this chance to stock up on card making staples to keep the celebration going all year long.  Only discounted until the 5th!

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The following products are On SALE …

Item Description Discount Retail Price Sale Price
138339 2015-2017 In Color Card stock 15% $8 $6.80
141413 2016-2018 In Color Card stock 15% $8 $6.80
141697 2015-2017 In Color Envelope Paper 25% $11 $8.25
141698 2016-2018 In Color Envelope Paper 25% $11 $8.25
133774 Envelope Punch Board 25% $20 $15
141651 Designer Tin of Cards Project Kit 25% $27 $20.25
129027 Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill – Buy a Fast Fuse Adhesive (item 129026) and get a Refill for FREE! $7.50 FREE with purchase of Fast Fuse Adhesive

 

Amy’s Card was created using a piece of Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper. A strip of Real Red 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon was looped underneath the greeting. This comes from the stamp set Be Jolly, By Golly Stamp Set (item 142134)

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If you would like to see more samples created by Amy using this stamp set and other designer papers, CLICK HERE to view the “Inspired by” blog.

October 1 through 31 , you can buy three packages of Designer Series Paper and get one FREE! That’s great news since everyone can use more Designer Series Paper. This sale includes Designer Series Paper from both the annual catalog and the recently released holiday catalog (not including Specialty Designer Series Paper or Designer Series Paper Stacks).

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Stop back tomorrow and I will have another sample to showcase our designer papers.

I appreciate you taking time out of your Saturday to check out my blog … Thank You!

Have a good day ~

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