Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

Thinking of You Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am happy to share a beautiful card with you today that I created with the Bird Ballad suite which features the Free as a Bird Bundle.  My card was inspired by two friends, Evelyn from Canada and Becky who is in my downline! I have this amazing suite at home and when I saw what these ladies created, I decided to make one for you!!

April is my birthday month so I also have a “Special” deal for anyone who orders through me … plus, you’ll still receive your Virtual Rewards points! I’ll share more about that later.  Now I would like to introduce you to my Bird Ballad card ….

The card highlights the Laser-cut card with envelopes that come in a pretty tin that you can keep, or give to a friend filled with beautiful cards.  It is just part of the Bird Ballad 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

Not only does my card highlight the Laser-cut Cards, it showcases the Bird Ballad Designer Series paper. The Laser-cut cards are beautiful and I really wanted emphasize the delicate lace pattern so I sponged the insert.

The great thing about this card is you can use any color cardstock behind the lace … or you can leave it just the way it is.  I chose my colors based off the colors in the Bird Ballad Designer paper, and YES, I fussy cut out the bird and flowers.  I find it relaxing… and we have plenty of time on our hands!

To create an illusion of depth, I sponged the edges of my Petal Pink cardstock with Calypso Coral and came in much farther on tow of my corners. I just really like this effect.

Here are the ingredients for today’s card … I have listed the entire suite, and then broke it down into the core items I used today …

Supply List

APRIL BIRTHDAY SPECIAL ….

It’s my Birthday month so I’d like to celebrate by giving you a GIFT!  Since “Diamonds” are my birthstone and April is “Tax Time” … I will either send you a package of Rhinestones OR will pay the taxes on your order …Whichever is MORE!!  Qualifying orders of $50 or more (before Ship&Tax) can choose their FREE GIFT!  You MUST place your order “though” me so I can apply the FREE TAX or add your Rhinestones for FREE.  Here’s how it works … if you place a $50, the Rhinestones would be shipped FREE because they are higher in value than the taxes … if you placed a $100 or more order, you could choose!  Tax will vary depending where you live. This offer is Valid ONLY through me all month long!

Lets finish up the card … I did fussy cut the bird and flowers from the designer paper and layered the flowers for added dimension.  To complete my card I added some Wink of Stella to the flowers.

I love this card, and it was pretty easy to make.  The beautiful laser-cut cards brings it to another level, without the work.

Thank you so very much for joining me today! I was thrilled I got to post … I’m working on a 20 year old computer!!  This old girl has outlasted 3 laptops!!  You have a wonderful day, and just remember, I’m Thinking of you!

 

 

No April Fool’s

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Hello stampin’ friends –

Hope you are all doing okay, on this first day of April. Today is going to be a very short blog post, and I am sorry for that, however I blew out my laptop last night and I’m creating this post through my phone.

If I can figure out how to add pictures and create a full blog I will do that today! My daughter is bringing over one of her old laptops today, if it works!  Then I will post my card share later today.

Don’t stray too far away because I will be back posting more card shares as soon as I can.

Thank you so very much for stopping by today and hopefully I’ll be back up again shortly. Have yourself an awesome day. Linda

 

Last Day to Sale-a-brate …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you got a chance to look at the two cards I posted yesterday … One masculine, one feminine and both using the Well Said stamp set.  These are some very uncharted times that we are going through and I know some of you, like me have lost your jobs or are displaced for a while, but I wanted to make sure I shared / reminded those of you who wanted to place an order during Sale-a-bration.

That today … Is the last day to place your qualifying order for your favorite Sale-a-bration item!

It’s also the last day to qualify for the extra goodies in your starter kits …

You’ll get all the goodies shown above plus $125 worth in products of your choice for only $99 (FREE SHIPPING)  Best Offer I’ve seen … get approximately $185+ worth of merchandise for the $99 + tax.  That’s better than a 30% Kohls coupon or 40% off one product at the Lobby!!

Just a reminder since today is the last day, that Paper Pumpkin Pre-Paids also qualify for Sale-a-bration items …

Supply List

I have not, nor will I ever be a high pressure sales person … My joy is sharing with you the beauty and enjoyment of stamping, whether you follow my blog, are in one of my clubs, or are a member of my Stars group.
We are all in this together and I hope you enjoy the projects I share with you.  I appreciate you stopping by my blog, and I’ll meet you back tomorrow with a fun new project.
Have a wonderful day ~

Well Dressed or Best Dressed … Celebrating Cards!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share two cards with you featuring Sale-a-bration items, some really cool designer paper and a sneak peek into how I create a layout and design a card.  Both cards also highlight the “Well Said” stamp set!

Let’s begin with the layout … My first decision is which stamp set I’m going to use and today I wanted to share the “Well Dressed” stamp set. Only two more days and this one will be gone, because it is an item you can earn FREE with a qualifying Sale-A-Bration order.

I chose the Stitched Rectangle dies as the stamps from the “Well Dressed” stamp set fit so nicely. I laid them out the way I wanted them on my card, then stamped them in Gray onto Whisper White and matted them with Basic Black.

My thought behind this “retirement” card was that it was time to let go of the tie and items normally associated with going to your job including ditching the watch as you’ll see on the inside of the card …

The designer paper I used here is from a sampler set that comes with the cute little paper cutter, both of which are FREE and tucked into your Starter Kit.  You also get an extra FREE stamp set …

You’ll get all of this for $99 plus you will choose $125 more products!  It’s a great time to explore the benefits and opportunity of joining my Stars by Design team and the Stampin’ Up! family.  If you’re thinking about it … Give me a call 262-334-1009 or email me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

Back to my card! The designer paper is from the Country Club suite of products and really highlights the Well Dressed stamp set. Nice classy look … Don’t you love the way the stitching in the die cuts coordinates with the design on the tie, which looks great with the designer paper!!

Here is a list of supplies for both cards … Our “Well Dressed” Masculine and the “Best Dressed” feminine card …

My second card does a 180 from the masculine to a more feminine card.  This card highlights the So Very Vellum Designer paper and is teamed up with the “Best Dressed” Designer Series paper …

As I stated earlier, both cards used the “Well Said” stamp set for my sentiments.  This card reflects a special thank you “for everything” you do … I’m here for you as well.  The cute little handbags were fussy cut from the designer paper which you see in the foreground.

The sentiments were stamped in gray onto Whisper White and then die cut using the Stitched so Sweetly dies…

I popped up the greeting which highlights the bags as well and then to finish off this sweet card, a few rhinestones because what girl doesn’t like a little bit of bling!

I was so excited to share these two card with you, I’ve got so many ideas with all of the Sale-a-bration items but time is running out. We only have today and tomorrow and then it’s gone for another year.  I understand that during these uncertain times getting everything you want may be difficult, maybe the starter kit with all it’s FREEBIES is an option. Let me know if you want to talk about the options.

Meanwhile, I’ll be stamping and will return tomorrow with the last of my Sale-a-bration projects.

Thank you for spending time with me today! This is a great way for us to gather … when we can’t gather.

Enjoy your day ~

 

 

 

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.

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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