Monthly Archives: July 2020

Forever Fern Fun Fold Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’ve got another new card to share with you from the Forever Greenery Suite … I just can’t stop using this suite! It is so versatile and can be used for any occasion.

The Forever Greenery Suite Collection by Stampin’ Up! features watercolor patterns and images in a glorious array of green hues. Today’s card is a fun fold and super easy to recreate… and cute!

This Triangle Fun Fold works great for showing off your designer series paper. With a few simple cuts your card is over half way done. You can add layers if you prefer and some additional embellishments to “jack it up” even more. And when you open it ….

The simplicity of this card makes it easy to whip out many at a time … hmmm, a consideration for my Christmas cards! And they are fun to open.

I have another awesome fun fold card using this suite that I will be sharing on Monday so make sure you stop by. PLUS … when you purchase this suite or bundle through me (anything over $50 before ship/tax) I will send you the full color PDF with step by step instructions for today’s & Monday’s cards.

I’ll share more about today’s card and introduce you to the Double Triangle Fold card on Monday. This card has a real “twist” to it!!!

Thanks for stopping in today, hope yours is a good one.

Here is the Suite and Bundle that is the focus of the products I used to today’s cards. Find out more information about these products by clicking on the image … or you can begin your shopping from here as well. Thank you!

The Blossoms are in full bloom …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I wanted to tell you about a set of products I absolutely adore: the Blossoms in Bloom Bundle! This beautiful, versatile bundle includes the
Blossoms in Bloom Stamp Set and the Many Layered Blossoms Dies. Even better? You’ll receive a 10% discount when you buy the bundle!

My favorite thing about the Blossoms in Bloom Bundle is the simple watercolor effect. Painting with standard watercolors can be tricky, but
with the Blossoms in Bloom Bundle, achieving the artistic look of watercolor is a breeze!

Although the watercolor effect is my go-to, you can create a variety of different looks with this set. If you’d like to discover what else you
can do with the Blossoms in Bloom Bundle, let me know! I’d be happy to place an order for you.

This cute little gift box is perfect for a “Thank you” gift … fill it with a sweet treat or make coordinating note cards (3 x 3) fit perfect.

This beauty can be found right in your Annual catalog on page 51. I love sharing samples with you to make your creative process easier … and our annual catalog is another perfect place to find inspiration.

Check these out …

Let me know if you’d like a Blossoms in Bloom Bundle of your own! I’d love to see what you’d create with this set.

Thank you for joining me today, enjoy yours!

Here is the bundle that is the focus of the product I used to today’s cards. Find out more information about these products by clicking on the image … or you can begin your shopping from here as well. Thank you!

Don’t let these get away …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Celebrate the magic of summer nights with the Summer Nights Paper Pumpkin Kit! In this exclusive fun-filled kit, you’ll unbox enough supplies to create nine postcard-style cards, coordinating envelopes, and die-cut tealight bags.

There are only a few days left until the subscription period for the Summer Nights Paper Pumpkin Kit comes to a close—the last day to subscribe is 10 July!

What’s even more spectacular about July’s kit is the add-on you can purchase along with it! The Summer Nights Add-On includes 24 card bases and envelopes in coordinating Summer Nights designs. This add-on is perfect for helping you expand the Summer Nights creative experience beyond the Paper Pumpkin kit. Between the add-on and the leftover supplies from your Summer Nights kit, you will be crafting a summer night worth celebrating all month long!

STAMP CLASS ANNOUNCEMENT ….

Join me for an delightful day getting a jump on your Christmas cards this July! Your packets will contain everything (and more) to create the 20 cards in this class… PLUS, you’ll go home with enough supplies to make another 10 or more cards!!

You’ll enjoy stamping in a relaxing environment and a tasty home made lunch for you. I will have a variety of beverages for you to enjoy.

We will begin simple and work our way up to some fun folds … but all cards will be easily for you to recreate (because you’re going home with enough supplies to create 10+ more cards).

JULY PROMOTION ….

Bonus Days are back!! This popular promotion really heats up the summer … if you haven’t heard of this before for every $50 you spend by the 3rd of August 2020 (before shipping and tax) … you will earn a $5 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used 4–31 August 2020.

Thank you for stopping back today. Enjoy!

Lovin’ the Triple Layer Technique

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’ve got two cards to share with you today using the Triple Layer Technique … it is usually done with stamped images but I like using it with designer paper. I’m using the Peony Garden, same as I did on my Simply Sunday cards (View them Here).

Let’s begin with the “How To” create the Triple Layer. I’m using the square dies but you can actually use any shape die …

I picked the Gray Peony pattern to show that when die cut, the triple layer technique highlights the pattern …

Once your designer paper is die cut, you will need to mat those pieces … I like mine to be only an 1/8″ larger so you don’t take away from your design …

You’ve got to love the fact that you have no waste with this designer paper technique. One little tip I’d like to share is to keep your designer paper in the position in which you cut.

Time to create the layers and while we are add it … lets add dimension too! Remember when layering, to position your cut pieces so the design aligns and you will end up with a stunning Triple Layer card ~

See how the pattern of your paper is not chopped up by the die cuts, but are actually highlighted with the mat. This monochromatic card checks all the boxes in design and is finished off with “best wishes” sentiment from the Borders Abound.

Are you lovin’ the layers? How about the monochromatic theme? Do you prefer a portrait or landscape layout? How about we change things up a bit and swap out the Basic Gray cardstock for Basic Black and turn our card from the portrait to a landscape / horizontal layout …

What do you think? Too bold or does the black really make the card pop? I had a little fun positioning the sentiment and thought that it really incorporates itself into the card. Talking about layering ….

I must say that I had a lot of fun creating these cards … this technique is fun and easy to do. Again, you can use any die shape as long as you have a mat behind it.

Which one did you prefer … and why? Make sure you leave me your comments below, I can’t wait to find out which one you all like best!

Thanks for hanging out with me today, and I can’t wait to hear what you think … Like the post at the bottom of my blog and then leave a comment on which card you like best.

Have an awesome day today ~

Here is a list of the product I used to today’s cards. Find out more information about these products by clicking on the image … or you can begin your shopping from here as well. Thank you!

Blossoms in Bloom Bundle

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I am sharing a cute card from the Blossoms in Bloom Bundle. This was created in the Stampin’ Up! home office and was too cute not to share with you. I do not have this bundle yet … but with the Bonus Day promotion going on right now, it’s on my Wish list!!

Card Base Size: Notecard
Stamps: Blossoms in Bloom
Paper: Calypso Coral, Whisper White, Poppy Parade,
Flowers for Every Season DSP
Ink: Versamark, Calypso Coral
Accessories: White Embossing Powder
Adhesives: Seal, Multipurpose Adhesive, Dimensionals
Tools: Many Layered Blossoms Dies
Tips/Tricks: Cut off part of the larger die cut piece

Bonus Days are back!! This popular promotion really heats up the summer … if you haven’t heard of this before for every $50 you spend by the 3rd of August 2020 (before shipping and tax) … you will earn a $5 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used 4–31 August 2020.

Thank you for dropping in … I will be back tomorrow with a fun technique!!

Simply Sunday: Quick Card Layouts

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you enjoyed your July 4th celebrations, or got to relax a little, if not, grab a cup of coffee and join me as I share two layouts featuring the “Peony Garden” Designer Series paper.

Hope you had a chance to check out the Peony Garden suite that I shared yesterday … today, I’m highlighting only the designer paper. The soft florals and versatile designs make this paper a treasured find for your collection.

Let’s start with out first card, a bit of a surprise considering out designer paper is called “Peony Garden” …

I couldn’t wait to share this pattern with you, not what you expected but the pattern suits a masculine card perfectly. I teamed this one up with our “A Good Man” stamp set. A simply layout … yes, but it is simply Sunday.

Wait till you see this same designer paper pattern used on my next card!! The design reminds me of a tweed so I paired it with a lovely floral pattern in Petal Pink ….

We are stepping up our layout for the second card. I used two strips of designer paper in different patterns – these are cut to 1-3/8″ x 3-3/4″ … they are cut off at 1-1/4″ and then placed on a 4″ x 3″ Basic Grey mat. This is then attached to the Petal Pink which is embossed with the new Tasteful Texture 3D embossing folder.

The “thank you” comes from the “Borders Abound” stamp set . I share a card with you a few days ago featuring that stamp set (See Here). Check it out … I think you will enjoy it. I love this font and think it adds an elegant touch to the card. It was heat embossed in white and the ends punched with the Detailed Trio Punch.

It is amazing how a designer paper pattern can influence the style of your card. On our first the gray is masculine but on the second, it adds a formal touch, and combined with the softness of the floral pattern and fanciful font … you end up with charming card.

Thank you for taking time out of your holiday weekend to join me. I will be sharing “more” with the Peony Garden Designer paper the next few days. If you LIKED today’s post … please click the LIKE button at the bottom of the page.

Enjoy the rest of your day.

Here is a list of the product I used to today’s cards. Find out more information about these products by clicking on the image … or you can begin your shopping from here as well. Thank you!

Peony Garden Suite

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

A Happy 4th of July for my US friends! My Canadian friends celebrated Canada Day on the 1st of July and a happy day to the rest of my stampin’ friends around the world!!

Today I’d like to share with you the beauty of the Peony Garden Suite. Grab a cup of coffee if you’d like, I will be sharing a quick video to introduce you to the products included in this suite …

This quick little video shows just a glance at the beauty of this suite. Tomorrow for my Simply Sunday series I will share some quick & beautiful cards using the Peony Garden Designer Series paper. Here’s another look at the products ….

You can see how these amazing dies can build up a peony to send to a friend or you can just stamp the image as on the gray card and color it. So many ways to use this suite.

I love this card … it was created with the die cuts but used a coloring technique to create the two tone effects of the flower petals – so beautiful. Then stamp was colored with markers and then stamped onto the cardstock and the background is one of the pretty designs in the Peony Garden Designer paper.

My Peony lovers are going to be enchanted with this gorgeous suite. Stop back tomorrow for Simply Sunday and see what I have to share with you.

Have a wonderful day and enjoy “your” celebration! Thanks for stopping by.

Here is a list of the product I used to today’s cards. Find out more information about these products by clicking on the image … or you can begin your shopping from here as well. Thank you!

Christmas In July

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am so excited to announce my first in studio class since the covid virus reared it’s ugly head! This is a one time class and will be limited to only 6 attendee’s … I’m starting small … safe. Your packets will contain everything (and more) to create the 20 cards in this class. Here is one of our cards ….

We will begin simple and work our way up to some fun folds … but all cards will be easily for you to recreate (because you’re going home with enough supplies to create 10+ more cards). Here’s the details …

Join me for an delightful day getting a jump on your Christmas cards this July! You’ll enjoy stamping in a relaxing environment and a tasty home made lunch for you. I will have a variety of beverages for you to enjoy.

The kit has all we need … I’ve added a few supplies to embellish and step up some of the cards. You do need to bring your favorite adhesive. There will be “Minimum” stamping to reduce “passing” of items … plus I’ll have plenty of hand sanitizer handy 🙂

Hope to see you there … It will be held at my house!

Thank you for stopping back today. Enjoy!

Welcome July!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With the 4th of July celebrations being prepared for the weekend, I thought I would share a bit of fun that is kickin’ off at Stampin’ Up! this July! Bring out the fireworks!

Bonus Days are back!! This popular promotion really heats up the summer … if you haven’t heard of this before for every $50 you spend by the 3rd of August 2020 (before shipping and tax) … you will earn a $5 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used 4–31 August 2020.

Next up our Summer Nights …

Celebrate the magic of summer nights with the Summer Nights Paper Pumpkin Kit! In this exclusive fun-filled kit, you’ll unbox enough supplies to create nine postcard-style cards, coordinating envelopes, and die-cut tealight bags. You have until the 10th of July to Subscribe.

What’s even more spectacular about July’s kit is the add-on you can purchase along with it! The Summer Nights Add-On includes 24 card bases and envelopes in coordinating Summer Nights designs. This add-on is perfect for helping you expand the Summer Nights creative experience beyond the Paper Pumpkin kit. Between the add-on and the leftover supplies from your Summer Nights kit, you will be crafting a summer night worth celebrating all month long!

Something fun and new for your craft room ….

Brighten up your stamp room and protect your workspace with this double-sided grid paper that includes metric and imperial measurements. Features our fabulous new In Colors: Bumblebee, Cinnamon Cider, Just Jade, Magenta Madness, and Misty Moonlight. 25 sheets. 11″ x 17″ (28 x 43 cm).

I’m excited about July and these great new products and promotions! Join me tomorrow as I share a sneak peek into my July classes!! It’s time to stamp together again (safely of course!)

Thanks for joining me today, hope yours is a good one!