Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

Stampin’ Blends & A Sneak Peek!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a video to share with you that explores used for our stampin’ Blends, plus you’ll see a sneak peek into the Occasions Catalog … they should be arriving in your mailbox!!

Let your creativity loose with Stampin’ Blends, Stampin’ Up!’s alcohol-based blending markers in their exclusive colors. Here, Shannon shows you how to color and blend with different colors–resulting in beautiful creations you’ll love sharing with others.

For those of you wanting to know more about the Stampin’ Blends, I want to be sure to share the Color Lifter marker as well …

I love how the Stampin’ Blends markers can create so much depth on your project.

Let Santa … or I know if you would like these for Christmas! I have added the attachments below. OR …

If you want it all >>> May I suggest you until January and then get in on the Sale-a-bration Rewards!! For every $50 you spend you get to choose a FREE item out of the Sale-a-bration Catalog!

Thank you so much, I appreciate the visit to my blog …

Have a wonderful day~

Today’s Stampin’ Supply List …

 

Sneak Peek #2 … Beautiful Day

Posted in 2017-18 ANNUAL CATALOG, 2018 Occasions Catalog by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Hope your week is going well … we only have one more day until the weekend, so I think today is a good day for a Beautiful Day!

I’d like to introduce you to the Beautiful Day stamp set and the NEW Brusho Crystal Colour! I wish the camera had the ability to capture what our eyes see because the color of this card is much more stunning in person!

We embossed the butterfly from the Beautiful Day stamp set in black on Watercolor paper. Then we used the Aqua Painter to wet the watercolor paper inside the butterfly …

Next (after poking a small hole in the cover) we tapped some of the yellow Brusho color crystals into the center of the butterfly. The water mixed with the powder creates a beautiful flow of color. Then we tapped green Brusho around the outer edges, we could blend the color with the Aqua Painter. Don’t worry … I will be holding classes on this spectacular new product!

OK … if that wasn’t pretty enough, I added Wink of Stella to add a touch of sparkle to my card, and it looked great with the Glitter Enamel Dots found in the Annual Catalog! I love how it all coordinates 🙂

I hope you enjoyed today’s card … I can’t wait to gather with you and show you in person how amazing and fun this new coloring medium is!

Thank you for stopping by.

Have a beautiful day ~

Merry Little Labels

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to showcase the Merry Little Labels stamp set because it is just one of many that are currently On Sale!! During our end of year event, Stampin’ Up! had discounted many items 🙂

Let’s begin with one of my favorites things … Gifting!!

Here are some great gift tags that you can create with the versatile stamp set …

How about some cards! We created these either in my classes or at my Annual Holiday Retreat …

Wow … there is a lot that you can create with this one little stamp set! It is part of the Merry Little Christmas product suite found on pages 10 through 13 in your Holiday Catalog!

One more image before I say good-bye for today…


 

 

 

 

 

 

I hope your day is full of gifts, the smallest are the most precious … like smiles, and babies ❤ Have a wonderful day.

Thanks for sharing part of your day with me!

 

 

 

 

 

Two for Tuesday: Something Old … Something New

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have two cards for you! One from the Holiday Catalog (something old …really?) and something new … a sneak peek into the 2018 Occasions Catalog.

Both cards feature the same layout and the same designer paper … Bundle of Love Specialty paper. I chose this paper because it was fun (shining polka dots) and a neutral base.

I had some holiday fun with my first card … I started with the Jar of Love stamp set (very familiar to some of you) and teamed it up with the Good Tidings stamp set from the Holiday Catalog.

I added the touch of holly to the jar and filled the jar with the same stamp the added the berries to my holly.  But my jar is filled with Sour Cherry Balls! lol  The greeting also comes from the Good Tiding stamp set.

My next card comes from the pages of the new 2018 Occasions Catalog! Your catalogs are on their way … and when you get it, turn to page 17 and you will see the “A Good Day” stamp set, the Mini Embroidery Hoops and the coordinating Scallop Circle punch!

These items are going to be a fun suite to play with. The two different size hoops coordinate with the two new Scallop punches … and the stamp set has many different greetings for you to use.

Take a look at the cute little Epoxy Shapes (some with glitter) These were colored with the Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends then the Old Olive to create the Lemon/Lime color. Oh yes … and that pretty little bow, well you can find that in the Annual Catalog!

Hope you enjoyed this delightful duo of cards and the sneak peek! I cannot wait until you get your Occasions catalog. It should be here before Christmas!

Have a wonderful day, and thank you for stopping by!

 

FREE SHIPPING … TODAY ONLY!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Stampin’ Up! announced FREE Shipping on Monday, Dec. 11th!Last chance to get this exciting offer before the holidays! We are offering free shipping for 24 hours only on ALL Stampin’ Up! Orders.

Free shipping runs from 12:00 AM, December 11 to 11:59 PM (MT).

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Let me know if you have any questions or if you need help placing your order with FREE Shipping!!

 December is also “Double Rewards Points”

on each $50 purchased!

Thank You for stopping by today ~

 

 

 

 

 

A Christmas Bridge Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

As promised … I’m back to share the “Bridge Card” that my Stamp Club members made this month!

I picked 2 of my favorite bundles to create this amazing card, the Brightly Lit Christmas, Carols of Christmas and added the Detailed Gate as my bridge!

My color pallet consists of Whisper White, Soft Sky, Basis Black, Garden Green and a pop of Real Red.

We used the little spots stamp from Brightly Lit Christmas to create snow on our Soft Sky background. The trees are from the Cardfront Builder Thinlets Dies from the Carols of Christmas Bundle (same with the deer).

Since the gate is not wide enough to reach the ends of the card … We used the lamp posts to anchor the card and hid the seam of the gate.

I’m pretty proud of this card … and I love the look of the gate as my bridge. Simple to create and it folds down to slide right into your envelope!

Thanks for stopping back today, enjoy your Friday …

Have a great weekend!

Today’s Stampin’ Supply List …

 

Be Merry …

Posted in 2017 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, VIDEO by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Could this be any cuter? The Be Merry Kit produces beautiful rosettes with all materials included in the kit to create 12 designs. You will adore this kit and the ease with which you can make ornaments, gift tags, décor, and more.
Make the season merry with festive rosette ornaments that you can hang on your tree or wreath or use as gift tags or on packages. This all inclusive kit makes 12 rosettes, 6 each of 2 designs. Rosettes are prescored and folded for quick assembly.

Gather the family and make the holidays easier and fancier with these cute rosettes. You can purchase several kits so they can cover all your holiday needs with these whimsical rosettes…

I’m using mine as tags on packages! Just write in their name instead of stamping the greeting! Then they will have a keepsake ornament for the tree next year!

Thank you for checking out my blog today! Stop back tomorrow and see the amazing “Gate Card” that my club members made this month!

Have a wonderful day ~

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Season Like Christmas …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

The Season Like Christmas Stamp Set is perfect for stampers who want the flexibility to create something simple and cute, while also having elements that lend well to a more intricate or advanced design when they are really in the elaborate crafting zone.
This is a layered set that can be used to create dimensions within your card. By stamping the trees in darker and lighter shades, you can create a forest wonderland, as in the sample above.

 
Whether you use all the items and make a detailed and extravagant card, or simply choose your favorite to make an understated gift tag, you are sure to end up with a beautiful and festive creation.

Thank you for allowing me to share a part of your day with you!

Two for Tuesday: Carols of Christmas

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy Tuesday to you! Today I have double the “Carols of Christmas” from the Merry Little Christmas Product Suite, one of which is the winner from our 2017 Holiday Stampin’ Retreat.

Let’s start with the card that I cased from Dawn Olchefske (a fellow demonstrator who does beautiful cards). I was drawn to Dawn’s card right away by the beautiful simplicity of the card …

The “Merry Little Christmas” Designer Series paper is the backdrop to this card. The focal point is created by cutting the trees from the “Card Front Builder” Thinlits Dies out of Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer Paper … the deer in black to coordinate with the rest of the card.

Next, I’d like to share with you the Winner of our Attendee Swap at our Holiday Retreat this year … Guest Stamper: Cindy P.

Our retreat attendee’s vote for the swap cards they like best and the winner receives a Gift Certificate from me to do a little extra Christmas Shopping from the catalog.

Cindy used the “Carols of Christmas” bundle from our Holiday Catalog … stunning! I love the Night of Navy tree’s behind the Silver Glimmer trees, it appears as a shadow and really makes the silver pop!

If you can’t get enough of the Merry Little Christmas product suite which includes the Carols of Christmas bundle … head on over to my website to see more samples! CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Thank you for stopping by today, hope your day is double the fun!

 

 

Time to get Festive …

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 Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you had a wonderful weekend … the weather sure was nice!

Today I have a quick -n- easy card made with one of the cutest stamp sets in the Holiday Catalog!! It’s the Festive Phrases stamp set found on page 45.

*This is a last-chance item and is available while supplies last. After January 2, 2018, it will no longer be available.  The wood mount stamp set is On Sale right now!

Here is a cute Christmas card …

The “Oh My Star’s” embossing folder was used to created a textured background. The pop of color comes from the 6 x 6 Quilted Christmas Designer Series Paper Stack.

*This is a last-chance item and is available while supplies last. After January 2, 2018, it will no longer be available.

Here is a Valentine project created using the Festive Phrases stamp set, and it can be found in the Holiday catalog along side of the stamp set!

So … you can see why I fell in love with this stamp set! The versatility is just one reason.  Here are all of the cards that I have shared on previous blog posts …

*This is a last-chance item and is available while supplies last. After January 2, 2018, it will no longer be available.

Thank you for hanging out with me today and checking back in on me. I took this weekend off from blogging to spend time with my family.

Have a wonderful week, and I’ll be back tomorrow with my Two for Tuesday blog post.

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5, 4, 3, 2, WONDERFUL!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It’s HERE!!!

Details

  • All order types qualify for this promotion.
  • No minimum purchase required.
  • Discounts apply to select items only.
  • Retiring items from the 2017 holiday catalog are available while supplies last.
  • Items from 2017 annual catalog are available in limited quantities at the promotional price.
  • Discounted items may be added to a Starter Kit—or purchased with Stampin’ Rewards—at the promotional price.
  • Host sets can be purchased using only Stampin’ Rewards from a qualifying party.

Click Here to View Sale Items!

Once you get to my website you can click on the Discounted or Retiring Favorite tabs to begin viewing.

Please remember that items are “WHILE SUPPLIES LAST” … Contact me with any questions you may have or to help you place your order.

Thank you for joining me today …

I hope your day is a good one, it is Friday!!

YEAR END RETIRING FAVORITES …

YEAR END DISCOUNTED ITEMS ….

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Coming Soon …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We’re wishing 2017 a fond farewell by throwing a Year-End Sales Event in its honor! In just a few short days, you’ll be smiling over special deals on select retiring and surplus items while supplies last.

The Year-End Sales Event will run from December 1, 2017, to January 2, 2018, and supplies are limited. I wanted to be sure to share this promotion with you, so you can snag your favorite items before they’re gone!

I’ll be keeping you posted on this fantastic Sale!!

Thanks for stopping by ~

Just for Fun: Coffee & Pie

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share a card that we made at our Coffee Café class this past fall.  We had fun using many of the items for the product suite!

The intent of the photo was for my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page. I came up with the idea after I had posted a picture of a cool dessert and it got more views and comments than my cards … hummm!??

So I thought ….  

I thought maybe if I added a tasty treat with my card, it might get a bit more attention! lol

We used the Coffee Break Designer Series paper for our background and to create our focal point – which is the coffee pot & cup highlighted with the use of the Circle Framelits Dies.

The greeting was created by using the technique “Direct to Rubber” or coloring directly onto the stamp just the words you want to use. The little heart from the Corrugated Elements ties these both together.

It was a fun class and a fun card to make, and I hope you enjoyed the card as much as I enjoyed the dessert that goes with it!

Thank you so much for checking out my blog today.

Hope your day is a good one ~

Today’s Stampin’ Supply List …

Two for Tuesday: Star of Light / Guest Stampers!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared my card from the Brightly Lit Christmas bundle, and said my greeting came from the Star of Light Stamp set … Today, I have 2 beautiful cards to share with you from our Holiday Stamping Retreat!

Both of these cards were created using the Star of Light Stamp Set and the Starlight thinlets, and were done by two of our retreat attendees!!

Our first card was created by our first guest stamper: Peggy…

I love the simplicity of this card, the Night of Navy and Whisper White, highlighted with the Silver Glimmer paper really does create the “Star of Wonder”.

In addition to the stamp set and dies, Peggy used the Gently Falling Embossing Folder to add some texture to the card … it’s just so pretty.

My second guest stamper is Kathie …

Kathie’s card was created in what we call the “Z-Fold” card. This gives your card a real wow factor but it’s Kathie’s placement of her stamping and die cuts that bring out the real beauty of the card.

Kathie also used the Night of Navy and Whisper White, highlighted with the Silver Glimmer paper.

Both of these cards are totally different and showcase the elegance and beauty of this Stamp Set: Star of Light. Don’t forget the Starlight Framelit Dies … Simply beautiful!!

I thank you for joining me today and hope these beautiful cards have inspired your holiday card making.

Have a bright, beautiful day ~

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Brightly Lit Christmas …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy  Monday!! Today I have a beautiful card to share that our Stamp Club did last month. I also want to let you know that TODAY ONLY …. FREE SHIPPING!!

We made this card from the Brightly Lit Christmas Bundle.  This is one of those stamp sets I just had to have … it reminded me of Christmas’ past. Everything about this bundle just brought back some beautiful memories. 

The designer paper comes from the “Christmas Around the World” … not only the plaid design but the wreath and bow!! The dies from the bundle fit perfectly with the designs on the paper.

The lamp post has two different styles of lights … I chose the ones that have the coordinating dies that cut out the “gold” we put behind the lamp! I love it when the light hits it because it appears to actually be lit up… it brings it to life. I borrowed the greeting from a favorite Christmas stamp set for last year (still available) … the Star of Light stamp set found on page 122.

These two stamp sets really make a good team, I think the verbiage works well with the lamp post! I also think FREE Shipping goes good with all your wants and must haves in either catalog!!

CYBER MONDY SALE …. 24 hours Only!

 

I want to offer you a special on Cyber Monday as well … I will DOUBLE YOUR REWARDS … That’s right. I will double your rewards points with each $50 purchase (before shipping & handling)

I know this is called Cyber Monday, but if you need help with your order … email me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com or call 262-334-1009. You will need your charge card but I will help you place your order.

Thank you so much for stopping by today.

Have yourself a wonderful Monday!