Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

Simply Sunday: No Matter the Weather Cards …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share several cards that I created using the March 2020 Paper Pumpkin kit!!  I must say this is a fun one to play with, and REFILLS are now available, however you do have to be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to order them.  I also have a fun tip to share with you.

First let me share what the cards look like in the kit … My cards are all alternatives to the kit. I like to show what you can do with it besides how they were designed.  This stretches your kit out even further. The stamps you get in your kit means you have endless stamping!

My first card is simple … a little cutting and you have created a full sized card.  The kit is note size card and envelopes, and I just prefer the regular A2 size. Besides, this will really stretch out my kit, so follow along and see what you can do!  To view the original post for this card CLICK HERE.

 

My second card … uses the sentiment from the “Good Morning Magnolia” stamp set and the pre-cut boots and hearts that come with the kit.  Pretty simple right?  For the background I used the So Very Vellum cardstock that is FREE through the Sale-a-Bration catalog.

My next card uses more boots … and features the “Soft Sea Foam” Vellum.  These boots come from the strip of boots that are used for the middle card, I just cut them apart so I could create even more cards. We are practicing “Social Distancing” while we support each other.  Click HERE to view the original post for these two cards.

I cut apart the base of one of the note cards to create this one … The die cut circle and blue banner are elements included in the Paper Pumpkin kit, as is the sentiment I used on this card.  Fitting for our current situation, don’t you think?

Here are the supplies that I used for today’s cards. Paper Pumpkin is a great option for stamping while we have to be apart 😦  Plus … when purchasing the any of the Subscriptions listed below … you qualify for FREE Sale-a-bration items!

The next card highlights more of the die cuts from the kit  … The background is the Purple Posy So Very Vellum which creates the background for our card.  From the Paper Pumpkin kit, I have yet another set of boots, and I picked some pretty flowers from the elements to place into them. Our cute bunny helps to create the perfect Easter Card …

The Oval background was cut with the largest oval from the Stitched Shapes Dies. This really creates a focal point to the card. I added the “Easter Blessings” greeting which comes from teh Itty Bitty Greetings stamp set. It was stamped on a scrap piece of paper and then I simply cut it to create a banner. You can CLICK HERE to view all the details in the original post.

Here are the benefits of purchasing Paper Pumpkins during Sale-A-Bration: You can earn free product during Sale-A-Bration since your order is over $50.00. Once your purchase is complete, a special code is emailed to you to use at http://www.paperpumpkin.com. If you are an already existing customer this prepaid code will override your credit card payment. How awesome is that?

  • 3-month prepaid subscription item (#137859) = $63
  • 6 month prepaid subscription item (#137860) = $114
  • 12-month prepaid subscription item (#137861) = $220

My final card includes a fun stamping tip ….

On my final card I combined the Under My Umbrella Bundle from the Spring Mini Catalog and our March 2020 “No Matter the Weather” Paper Pumpkin. I used the pink envelope for my background and combined it with Smoky Slate … so pretty together.

The umbrella was stamped with Smoky Slate onto the left over paper from the envelope, and then punched with the coordinating umbrella punch. Both of these were popped up onto the die cut piece. The die cut comes from the Stitched so Sweetly dies. The greeting sentiment is from the Under My Umbrella stamp set and was stamped with the Smoky Slate and also die cut from the Stitched to Sweetly dies.   View the original post by CLICKING HERE.

It is truly amazing that you can create such different styles of cards with our Paper Pumpkin kit.  The versatility is as big as your imagination.  And if you don’t deem “yourself” creative, well that is why I share alternative ideas with you!  You can find even more on Pinterest!

Sale-a-bration is a great time to join in on the Paper Pumpkin band wagon … They are delivered right to your door monthly, perfect at this time in our lives, I have creative alternatives to share, and it’s a great way to reduce stress, add to your stamp collection, or have some fun with the family creating these projects together. OH YES … and you get FREE STUFF when you purchase the Paper Pumpkin during Sale-a-bration!! 

Sale-a-bration ends March 31st so contact me if you have any questions or concerns about ordering Paper Pumpkin or getting any of the Sale-a-Bration items.

Thank You and Have a beautiful Sunday … Stay safe! 

 

Guest Stamper: Becky S. with Bird Ballad Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am so excited to share this card with you today!!  It is the first card I received from my “Send Me a Card” challenge.  I was thrilled to see Becky’s card in the mailbox and more so when I opened it … It is beautiful.

Becky used the Bird Ballad Suite of products …. It’s the perfect card to send someone now while we are all facing this craziness! Stamping calms us while we are creating, and brings joy to those receiving beautiful cards like Becky’s.

Becky used the Laser-cut cards that are encased in a beautiful tin as the base of her card.  The beautiful birds are stamped with the Free As a Bird stamp set which is also included in the bundle.  The touch of lace … also in the suite. 

The Bird Ballad Suite Bundle gives you a coordinating selection of products with one simple purchase. It includes the stamp set and tool bundle at 10% off plus one each of the other items listed.

The Bird Ballad Suite Bundle includes
* Free as a Bird Cling Stamp Set (10% off)
* Stitched Nested Labels Dies (10% off)
* Bird Ballad Designer Series Paper
* Bird Ballad Laser-Cut Cards & Tin
* Very Vanilla 3/8″ (1 cm) Scalloped Lace Trim
* Bird Ballad Trinkets

Here is the list of supplies used for today’s card … the Bird Ballad Suite and Free As a Bird Bundle both qualify you for Sale-a-bration Freebies!  Sale-a-bration ends in just a few days!

I am so grateful that Becky decided to share her card with us.  This is so much fun … I would love to see what you are all working on while we are “safer at home” … Share your creations!!

Since we are abiding by the “stay at home” / “shelter in place” orders and practicing social distancing if we have to go out … Lets have some fun and get to know each other a little better!! Lets take a break from what’s going on in the world and make a card or two. First of all, crafting is know to reduce stress levels, and I’d like to see what you’ve been up to, so send me your card and I’ll post it on this blog!! Share a little info about the card and maybe about yourself.  Then …

You can send your cards to:

Linda Schnabel   2019 Miller Street  West Bend, WI 53095

Thanks so much for hanging out with me today. Hope you enjoyed Becky’s card as much as I did and were inspired to go into your stamp room and start creating!  Don’t forget to send me one!!

Have an awesome day!!  Linda

You’re Always On My Mind Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Here today with a sweet card that I created using the Under My Umbrella Bundle from the Spring Mini Catalog and our March 2020 “No Matter the Weather” Paper Pumpkin.  I knew from the beginning that I wanted to pair up the boots with the Umbrella … I had a choice of the “pink” or the “green” boots that were left over from my other cards.

I choose the pink and combined it with Smoky Slate … so pretty together.  My stripped background paper is actually the inside of the envelope from my Paper Pumpkin kit.  I needed another color to go between my boots and my background so I went with Whisper White … it just seemed to “bright” so I toned it down my using my Aqua Painter to color wash the Smoky Slate and creating a fun background for my boots!

The umbrella was stamped with Smoky Slate onto the left over paper from the envelope, and then punched with the coordinating umbrella punch.  Both of these were popped up onto the die cut piece.  The die cut comes from the Stitched so Sweetly dies.  The greeting sentiment is from the Under My Umbrella stamp set and was stamped with the Smoky Slate and also die cut from the Stitched to Sweetly dies.

Supply List

My pretty little bouquet of flowers you should recognize from the Easter Card I did earlier this week … these and the heart come from the No Matter the Weather Paper Pumpkin kit.  Both are kissed with a little sparkle from our Wink of Stella pen.  Did you notice the sweet little raindrops?  They also come from the Paper Pumpkin kit.

I love combining the Under my Umbrella bundle with the No Matter the Weather Paper Pumpkin kit…. it expands the creativity level of the kit and the contents of the kit are so much fun to use with the stamp set and punch.

Thank you for hanging out with me today. Hope this was a little escape for a while and inspires you to hang out in your stamp room.

Stay safe, healthy and have a great day.  Linda

Thank You from the Tropics Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m hoping yesterday’s card gave you a little distraction yesterday. I was asked about the flower … I actually used the Light Daffodil Delight Blends and then a Q-Tip to color in Grapefruit Grove and Real Red!  Today’s tropical card features the Tropical Oasis Designer Series paper …

The designer paper you see on the bottom of the card is actually the flip side of the pretty paper covered with palm and Bird of Paradise flowers.  I like the bottom portion designer paper actually adds the look of texture!

Speaking of texture, I’ve used the wider ribbon from the Magnolia Lane Ribbon Combo pack to add texture, and it coordinates nicely with the paper considering I did not have the ribbon that is included in the bundle.

The greeting comes from the So Sentimental stamp set which is paired with the Stitched so Sweetly Dies … You’ll love the versatility of these dies and the all-occasion sentiments from the stamp set. You’ll love the 10% savings when you bundle them together too!

The Tropical Oasis Designer Series Paper includes retro tropical images including palm trees, flowers, fruit, flamingos, and vintage surf woody wagons…. and makes me want to head to Hawaii. We maybe practicing “Social Distancing” so I’m traveling through my card designs!!

So … have I taken you to Hawaii with me?  Maybe Figi … or how about Belize?  You can create beautiful cards with lush foliage and tropical images on this designer paper, or how about using it for your scrapbooking?  Either way you can’t go wrong.  You can choose from the entire suite or just the bundle …

I think the Tropical Oasis Designer paper could really make our minds drift off to a warm, sunny place….

Thank you for joining me today, I enjoy our virtual travels!! lol   Let me know if you need anything!

Have a good day ~  Linda

 

Escape with me to the Tropics Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Hope this post finds you well, and doing OK. I’ve got a card for you today that will take you to paradise if only for a while. A quick -n- easy card using items from the Tropical Oasis suite….

You can add a pop of paradise to your crafting with lush foliage and tropical images. The Tropical Oasis Suite Bundle features retro tropical images and glorious colors to make a statement on your projects.

It’s just another day in papercrafting paradise when you use the stamps and dies to create your own dreamy designs. Invoke a touch of the tropics with bronze-finish trinkets including a pineapple, hibiscus, ukulele, and palm leaves. When you’re all done, hold the project to your ear and listen for the waves gently crashing onto the shoreline.

If you are eyeing a Level 2 Sale-A-Bration item and would love an easy way to get there—how about a trip to Hawaii . . . by way of the Tropical Oasis Suite Bundle (item 153941)?

This breathtakingly beautiful suite captures the spirit of aloha with pineapples, palm fronds, hibiscus flowers, and more. You’ll almost smell the ocean and hear the waves washing over the white sand.

The Tropical Oasis Suite Bundle is filled to the brim with products that will make you dream of this island paradise.

  • Timeless Tropical Cling Stamp Set
  • In the Tropics Dies
  • Tropical Oasis Designer Series Paper
  • Coastal Weave 3D Embossing Folder
  • Tropical Oasis Trinkets
  • Saddle Brown StazOn Ink Pad and Refill
  • Tropical Oasis Memories & More Card Pack
  • 5/16″ (8 mm) Braided Burlap Trim

Best of all, purchasing the Tropical Oasis Suite will help you earn the Level 2 Sale-A-Bration reward of your choice.. or 2 – Level 1 items!

I actually crafted my pretty little flower with the Small Bloom Punch!  Take a look at Sale-a-bration again as they have added more products!! Click Here: SALE-A-BRATION

I want to Thank you for stopping by. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you, or feel free to leave a comment.

Have an amazing day ~  Linda.

So Very Vellum Easter Blessings Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Back today with the third card from the So Very Vellum Designer Series paper … Our last vellum color is “Purple Posy”. This is really pretty vellum and it’s perfect for an Easter card which I made for you today.

I am also featuring the March 2020 Paper Pumpkin as well.  There are so many fun and pretty elements in this kit that the ideas were just coming to me. I have yet another set of boots, and I picked some pretty flowers from the elements to place into them …

I could not resist adding these two together.  I took the Purple Posy ink and put a bit on the tip of a Q-Tip and added some color over the flower on the right to match up with the Purple Posy Vellum better.  It was close, but now it really coordinates nicely.

The Oval background was cut with the largest oval from the Stitched Shapes Dies. This really creates a focal point to the card.  I added the “Easter Blessings” greeting  which comes from teh Itty Bitty Greetings stamp set.  It was stamped on a scrap piece of paper and then I simply cut it to create a banner.

The banner draws your eye away from the focal point and right to our cute little bunny.  The bunny was also an element from the kit.  I added a touch of the Wink of Stella to our bunnies ears and to the flowers. It doesn’t really show on the picture but it will raise an eyebrow of the recipient of this card!

Since we are abiding by the “stay at home” / “shelter in place” orders and practicing social distancing if we have to go out … Lets have some fun and get to know each other a little better!! Lets take a break from what’s going on in the world and make a card or two. First of all, crafting is know to reduce stress levels, and I’d like to see what you’ve been up to, so send me your card and I’ll post it on this blog!! Share a little info about the card and maybe about yourself.  Then …

You can send your cards to:

Linda Schnabel   2019 Miller Street  West Bend, WI 53095

Join me … send in your card and I’ll feature it right here on my blog. We have to abide to the “social distancing” but lets create some social interaction and fun.  We can do this stampers!!  Don’t forget … I’ll send you one back, and who doesn’t want a beautiful card in the mail.

Here’s a list of the supplies I used for today’s card.  Remember … The Paper Pumpkin subscriptions listed below qualify your for a minimum of one Sale-a-bration item. The longer the subscription the more Sale-a-bration items you can earn.  Don’t forget that Sale-a-bration ends March 31st!

Thanks so much for hanging out with me today. Hope you were inspired by my card and you go into your stamp room and start creating!  Don’t forget to send me one!!

Have an awesome day!!  Linda

We’re in this Together Cards …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share two cards with you!!  First let me start with some concerns about sharing / mailing our cards. Based on the information I have found … the virus only lasts 24 hours on cardboard (paper) yet they have found no evidence to the virus transferring by mail.

I prefer to play it safe, I have cleaned my supplies with beach water and / or sanitizer, and as you saw in my picture yesterday, my hand sanitizer is right on my work station.  If you have a cough or feel sick, I would suggest refraining from sending cards … which if you don’t feel good, is that last thing you feel like doing! Hopefully you get one that will cheer you up!

My first card … reflects the sentiment of yesterday.  I used the sentiment from the “Good Morning Magnolia” stamp set which was inside my card yesterday, is now the front of my card today ….

I used the pretty little boots filled with flowers from the March 2020 Paper Pumpkin to create my card.  The background is the “So Very Vellum” Specialty Designer Series paper that is a FREE product you can earn during Sale-a-bration. I have three cards that will feature the Vellum … on design for each color in the package.

The boot card features the “Pool Party Vellum” which really makes the boots “pop”.  The texture on the Vellum is already there so no need to pull out your BigShot for that.  The used a left-over die cut from the Stitched Rectangle dies. The cute little hearts come from the Paper Pumpkin kit and were enhanced with our Wink of Stella and popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here are the supplies that I used for today’s cards. Paper Pumpkin is a great option for stamping while we have to be apart 😦  Plus … when purchasing the any of the Subscriptions listed below … you qualify for FREE Sale-a-bration items!

Here are the original designs … Mine are all alternatives!

My second card uses more boots … and features the “Soft Sea Foam” Vellum.  These boots come from the strip of boots that are used for the middle card, and are left over from the card I made yesterday.

I cut down the front of the note card enclosed in the kit and cut it in half … it represents the distance we have to keep between us at this time, but the sentiment (also included in this kit) shows that we are all in this together … and we will over come this ❤  Not just as a nation … but as a planet. Maybe this is God’s way of bringing us all together.

I have to mention that I used the Tombo All Purpose Glue to attach the Vellum onto all my cards.  I apply it lightly, over the lines of the embossed design and then smooth it out with my finger or a sponge dauber.  By doing it this way … you won’t get wrinkles from a heavy glue, and it won’t show up under your vellum 🙂

I have one more of the vellum colors “Purple Posy” to share with you tomorrow!! Meet you back here then.

Feel free to LIKE my Facebook page as well. I’m going to be sharing stamping tips and more. AND … I’m going to try a FACEBOOK LIVE … I will let you know when that is going to happen so you can join me!!

Thank You and Have a beautiful Sunday … Stay safe! 

 

Thinking of You Card: No Matter the Weather

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry for the delay in posting … with everything that has been happening in the world, my head is spinning since I still have to be a work and set up for Easter. Anyhow … I have a cute card to share with you today that reflects the times and is perfect for connecting with a friend.

Let me start by inviting into my stampin’ studio and see how I begin my creative process.  I’m starting with the “No Matter the Weather” Paper Pumpkin kit …

I want to be “socially responsible” so my hand sanitizer is near because I plan on sending my cards out!!  I also wanted to send a message with this card, and I am most definitely “Thinking of You” my stamping friends. These times are unprecedented and I want to do my share to ease peoples nerves (including my own)… stamping does that for me.

Because I want to make more that one card with this design, I pulled out my Stamparatus ….

I like to place my stamps onto my cardstock / paper pumpkin card and then drop the clear plate over the stamps and “pick them up”.  Now … I know the basic placement of my stamps, however … I want to make sure my greeting are “straight” so I use the grid lines on the plate to align my stamps to perfection!

Once the stamps are exactly where you want them, ink up the images and drop down the plate onto your cardstock and use your fingers to press the plate above your stamps to transfer the ink.  Nice thing is … if you want more coverage (darker ink) then you just re-ink your images and drop the plate again! It will stamp directly onto the same spot. Awesome right!!

Once my stamping is complete, I will but cutting my note card in half and then trimming about 1/4″ off the side.

Here are the measurements to the cardstock … You Paper Pumpkin will measure 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″

Old Olive base: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″,  Night of Navy: 2 pieces at 5″ x 3-1/2″

The back of the Paper Pumpkin which you stamped with your sentiment will go on the inside of your card (that is also trimmed down) and the Night of Navy mat will go behind it.  I chose the Old Olive so the “boots” would pop and the Night of Navy because it compliments the jeans!

There are a whole bunch of boots in the kit but because I am creating an alternative to the original projects, which are really cute by the way, that I will have more supplies to play with!!  Keep an eye out, I’ll have more to share.

Although we cannot gather in groups for a while, we can still reach out and share with friends and family.  As the card states, we WILL get through this together, for that I am sure, as long as we all practice social distancing and as I call it #socialresponsibility.

Let’s take care of each other … we just need to be a bit more creative.  And as stampers, that’s what we do best!!  Have yourself a wonderful day, I’ll be back tomorrow to share more with you.

Stampin’ Hugs, Linda

#simplestamping #paperpumpkin

 

 

No Matter the Weather …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Paper Pumpkin is celebrating seven, wonderful years with No Matter the Weather, our brand new spring-themed kit. Not only is it blooming with fresh-picked, springtime details, but it also features a FREE, bonus stamp set—just to thank you for being our customer.

This kit is perfect for reminding your friends that even when the forecast is cloudy with a chance of rain, days of sparkling sunshine are not far behind.

I can’t wait to get my Paper Pumpkin … hope it’s in the mail today!!  Then I will share some fun alternatives with you. I may even share my “boots” story with you, and reveal a little bit more of me. ❤

Hope you are all working on a card to share … Lets get to know each other a little better, and take a break from what’s going on in the world, sit back, relax and have some fun.

You can send your cards / projects to:

Linda Schnabel   2019 Miller Street  West Bend, WI 53095

Join me … send in your card and I’ll feature it right here on my blog. We have to abide to the “social distancing” but lets create some social interaction and fun.  We can do this stampers!!  Don’t forget … I’ll send you one back, and who doesn’t want a friendly card in the mail.

Have a wonderful day …

And Thank you for stopping by.  Happy Stamping!! Linda

Let’s Have Some Fun …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you are doing well … Our worlds have basically been turned upside down, events shut down, businesses, school (our kids are out for the rest of the year) and we’ve been asked to stay home unless we “have” to go out.  In this time of “social distancing” … I would like to “connect” with you even more!!

It was while I was looking for color inspiration on Pinterest that this thought crossed my mind … I’m always thinking about the next card to post, a new technique, a new product a beautiful color combination …

and that’s when it hit me … Let’s connect by “sharing”, that is what paper crafters / card makers do best anyway.  I would love to see “your” cards.  Send me your card (Stampin’ Up! supplies only) with a little note about supplies, technique, doesn’t have to be fancy and I will feature your card on my blog!!  PLUS … be sure to put your return address on the envelope so I can send you a card back!!

You can take the color challenge and use one of the featured color pallets, or you can just send me something you’ve been working on … I’d love to get this going as soon as possible!  Does this image or color pallet inspire you?

We’ll share each others creative projects, get to know each other a little better, and take a break from what’s going on in the world, sit back, relax and have some fun.

You can send your cards / projects to:

Linda Schnabel   2019 Miller Street  West Bend, WI 53095

Join me … send in your card and I’ll feature it right here on my blog. We have to abide to the “social distancing” but lets create some social interaction and fun.  We can do this stampers!!  Don’t forget … I’ll send you one back, and who doesn’t want a friendly card in the mail.

Thanks for hanging out with me today.  Happy Stamping!! Linda

Darling Label Punch Box

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy St. Patty’s Day!! Hope this post finds you healthy and happy.

Looking for a quick and easy way to earn a Sale-A-Bration item without spending tons of time looking through the catalog? Let me say that kits are a great choice, especially for beginner crafters. You’ll get beautiful, pre-designed projects with instructions, which almost guarantees a successful creative experience.

If your looking for a step up and want your creativity to shine, start with this cute tin filled with crafting must-haves, add your favorite paper and adhesives, and begin creating! It’s a favorite of mine!

This beautiful Tin includes:
* Darling Label 6-piece photopolymer stamp set
* Clear stamp block
* Grapefruit Grove and Night of Navy Classic Stampin’ Spots
* Darling Label Punch
* 8″ x 8″ x 3″ (20.3 x 20.3 x 7.6 cm) tin

Coordinating colors: Gold, Grapefruit Grove, Night of Navy

Now let me show you some cute creations that you can make with this kit …

These projects highlight both the stamps and the punch.  How clever to use the punch to create a background!!  I also love the colorful background made up with scrap piece of cardstock and then utilizing the “hello” stamp that is included in the stamp set that’s included in your beautiful tin.

What a great gift this would make … add some adhesive and maybe some of those cute Glitter Enamel Dots and you’ll have plenty to Gift Yourself a FREE Sale-a-Bration item!

Supply List

The tin that houses all the fun would make a great gift box too (if you decide you want the kit to sit back a create with) … I would love for you to stop back tomorrow for some additional projects created using this amazing box of fun!
Thanks you for joining me today.  In this time of uncertainty I find myself in my stampin’ studio even more as it calms me and takes my mind to a place of creativity and fun… my “escape”.  Stay healthy … Stay safe, and I’ll meet you back here.  Linda

 

Only Two Weeks Remaining of Sale-a-Bration …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With only about two weeks left to our Sale-a-bration promotion, I just wanted to share some of the benefits of this with you. My card today features the Lilly Impressions Designer Series paper which is one of the FREE items you can earn during Sale-a-bration …

I paired my FREE designer paper with one of my favorite new bundles … the So Sentimental bundle (page 20). This bundle includes beautiful sentiments and amazing die shapes to go with you sentiments or anything you choose. This threesome is perfect for making quick, easy … beautiful cards.

When you shop during Sale-a-Bration … YOU can earn a FREE product every time you reach a threshold. For example, if you spend $50 you can choose 1 Level 1 item … If you spend $150, you can then choose three level 1 items or one level 1 and one level 2.  Having 2 Levels gives you more flexibility to choose what you want, and the choice to pick products at a higher value.  See Levels / Amounts Below.

Market

Level 1

Level 2

US

$50

$100

When you HOST a Stampin’ Party with qualifying orders ($300) YOU will receive the exclusive Little Ladybug Stamp Set! This is above the rest of your Hostess gifts. Plus you will receive a special gift from me and all of the projects I demonstrate at your party!! Let’s gather and have some fun … then we’ll sit down and pick out all your free goodies!!

Anyone who joins Stampin’ Up! as an independent Stampin’ Up! demonstrator between January 3–March 31, 2020, will receive the Mini Paper Cutter, 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper sampler, and their choice of stamp set*. / *Host stamp sets and Sale-A-Bration stamp sets not included.

Check out the quick video ….

This is the perfect opportunity to open that door and explore what may be waiting for you! You can take this ride and make it your own, or you can sit back and relax and just savor the discount while enjoying all the benefits that every demonstrator enjoys … let’s talk!  I’ll put on the coffee, let’s see what happens.

One last look at our card today …

Thank you so much for stopping by today, and let me know if I can help you with your Sale-a-bration order, or if your ready to host a stamp party!

Have a wonderful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … You’ll choose a FREE Sale-a-bration Item with each $50 (before S&H) from either the Jan-June 2020 Mini Catalog or the Annual Catalog. You will also earn a Virtual Rewards Point from me to put towards a FREE Stamp Set of your choice for each $50!! Double the goodies.

 

Simply Sunday: Simply Poppies

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am back!! Yes, it’s been interesting to say the least to not have internet service for almost two weeks. So, today … I have 3 card shares for you!! Have some catchin’ up to do and you will enjoy the ease and beauty of these cards.

I’ve been working closely with my Hostesses as several of the bundles have gone from back orders to “Not Orderable”.  The poppies is one of these bundles so let me start with Friday’s card.  This card was a Make & Take for Kathy’s Stampin’ Party … it does not use any dies!!

Let’s begin with our background … A 4″ x 5-1/4″ piece of Whisper White which is stamped with the poppy field image using Poppy Parade ink pad on the bottom of the cardstock.  We did the same to the inside of our card.  Our greeting stamped in Momento Ink comes from the Peaceful Moments Stamp Set … and our butterflies come from the “Enjoy Life” stamp set.

Our focal point is created using a 1-1/4″ x 4″ piece of Peaceful Poppies Designer Series paper, this is backed with our Basic Black cardstock cut to 1-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ and then popped up using the Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here is a list of items used to create this card … and the two additional cards to follow … The two stamp sets and Designer paper are enough to qualify your for a FREE Sale-a-Bration item!!

When I do a home Stampin’ Party, I always make sure that I have enough Make & Takes for everyone, so I cut extra.  Now … what do you think I do with those extra pre-card card packs? Well … this weekend I redesigned them!!
My second card is using the left overs from the Make & Take at Kathie’s party, so I’m using the same colors and cut pieces.  I wanted to change up the orientation of the card so I took the extra pieces of designer paper (and the mat) and cut them down a bit to fit them on horizontally …
As you can see from the photo … we stamped the base and the inside the same as we did on our first card, yet the new layout with the three blocks of designer paper really changes the card.
The greeting comes from the Peaceful Moments stamp set and was punched with the Triple Banner punch and finished off with some Bakers Twine from the Magnolia Lane Ribbon Combo pack.  Looks so good on this card.
My final card took the remaining Peaceful Poppies Designer Series paper pieces and cut them down into squares (1-1/4″ x 1-1/4″) and did the same to our black mats….
Again … the base is stamped the same as the other two cards.  This card uses the Bakers Twine from the Magnolia Lane Combo pack to wrap up the bottom and add texture to the card.  The “Happy Birthday” comes from the Peaceful Moments stamp set and was punched out with Circle punches.
It’s amazing what you can do with just a little change up to your original pattern.  It’s fun to sit down and challenge yourself to change it up.
I want to Thank you for stopping back and spending some time with me today.  Hope your doing well, and that you are having a good day.  Linda

 

Peaceful Poppies with Z Fold Card …

Posted in 2020 Jan-Jun Mini Catalog, HANDMADE CARDS by

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am here today to share a beautiful card that I made with my Stamp Clubs this month… we used the products from the Peaceful Poppies product suite and created the card incorporating the Z-Fold card pattern. Our inside piece to write your sentiments is cut down so the background colors shines through …

One of the highlights of our card is the Peaceful Poppies Designer Series papers … the handpainted blooms and watercolor washes make beautiful backgrounds. You can also use it to create a stunning focal point on your card.

I would like to show you the entire suite, and what better way to do that than to watch this quick video … It will also explain why the bundles were paired the way they were …

I have an amazing SPECIAL OFFER to for you to celebrate my 20 year anniversary with Stamin’ Up! … When you purchase the Peaceful Poppies Suite / 153938 … through me, I will “gift” you a $20 stamp set of your choice or $20 worth of product of your choice!!  This brings you to over $150 so you will also receive multiple Sale-a-bration items of your choice and $15 in Hostess Dollars!!  Please contact me to put in your order so we get you all the benefits!!  Don’t Wait … OFFER EXPIRES March 31st, 2020.

I chose the to highlight the Blackberry Bliss on my card, and the beautiful designer paper really draws your eye to this card. I used a fun whimsical pattern for the side, and the polka dot Blackberry Bliss – front and center!  I wanted to show off the great dies in this suite so I used the swirly circle die as my focal point.

I used Whisper White with my swirly circle die to showcase my “Happy Birthday” greeting. The greeting comes from the Peaceful Moments stamp set. The “swirl” helps draw your eye to our pretty die cut flower … We started with a piece of Purple Posy and sponged Blackberry Bliss onto it to create depth … you will see this once you add the detailed die cut over it.

You will notice that our card “front” piece is cut to the same size as our inside Whisper White … this creates the pretty Blackberry Bliss background that actually frames the design and finishes off the card.  So pretty … so easy to make!

Here is the product suite in it’s entirety … check it out (click on the link) …

Supply List

Remember … I have an amazing SPECIAL OFFER to for you to celebrate my 20 year anniversary with Stamin’ Up! … When you purchase the Peaceful Poppies Suite / 153938 … through me, I will “gift” you a $20 stamp set of your choice or $20 worth of product of your choice!!  This brings you to over $150 so you will also receive 3 Sale-a-bration items and $15 in Hostess Dollars!!  Please contact me to put in your order so we get you all the benefits!!  Don’t Wait … OFFER EXPIRES March 31st, 2020.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to hang out with me and check out my card project and my special Anniversary Offer. I would love to get you all the extra goodies, when you purchase this suite.
Have a beautiful day, Linda

 

Rise & Shine for Sale-A-Bration

Posted in 2020 Jan-Jun Mini Catalog, 2020 SALE-A-BRATION CATALOG by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Straight from the pages of Stampin’ Up! … we’re sharing news about something great!  Have you heard about Stampin’ Up!’s Reversibles stamps? These patent-pending, photopolymer stamps let you ink and stamp on both sides, giving you super-fun, mirror-image stamping and layering options.

And if this news isn’t cool enough, we have more: With our Sale-A-Bration second release, you can earn the Reversibles, 15-piece Rise & Shine Stamp Set (item 152303) FREE. Wait! It gets even better. This set also coordinates with our Cup of Cheer Dies (item 152303).  Remember … when you purchase the dies, your purchase goes toward earning the stamp set.

So … If you love a good latte, Stampin’ Up! has brewed up a stamp set just for YOU — and it’s FREE with a minimum qualifying purchase of $100.  I’m here to answer any questions you may have.

Thanks for joining me today, can’t wait for you to see what I have for you tomorrow!  Linda