Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to show you the Ultimate Starter Kit …. better than a bundle and a savings beyond belief! I’m talking about the Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit.  The cost is only $99 plus tax. Stampin’ Up! pays the shipping for you – your first savings!

YOU get to choose what stamps, accessories and more that YOU want in YOUR kit!  Savings number 2 … YOU choose $125 worth of merchandise for only $99! Anything you want.

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Here comes more fun and more savings … because we are still in our Sale-a-bration promotion, YOU get to pick out 2 more stamp sets!  Your choice, doesn’t matter the cost!! WOW.

HERE’S MORE … Stampin’ Up! will also ship you a FREE Paper Pumpkin kit to introduce you to Paper Pumpkin! Here is the kit my latest Star received …

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If you have ever thought of becoming a demonstrator, now is the best time! And when you sign up with me and my group of Star’s, you will also get to join a fun group of like minded stampers, both hobby and business demonstrators.

We have team meetings, a private Facebook page (so does Stampin’ Up!) and even demonstrator retreats which I host for my group.

Please let me know if you have any questions, I can help you find your path in this amazing adventure … everyone’s is different.  E-mail me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com   There is no obligation just to ask.

Or … if your ready to sign up, just click the JOIN NOW tab below.  Then I will welcome you into our group and we can begin your journey.

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Thank you for checking out my post today, and think about it. It’s not only our group of Star’s you can get inspiration and help from … It’s a world wide stampin’ community that embraces new stampers /demonstrators!

Have a wonderful day ~

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Make a Medallion Stamp Set

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have another video to share with you. It highlights one of the brand new Sale-a-bration items! The Make a Medallion Stamp Set. They coordinate with the Layering Circles Framelits.

Carrie from the Stampin’ Up! home office shares many ways this diverse stamp set can be used–for both the beginning and experienced stamper!  After seeing the cute cards … I think you will love this set as much as I do!

Get the Make a Medallion Stamp Set for FREE with a qualifying purchase during Sale-A-Bration (through March 31, 2017)!  I will still share my card with you using the Inside the Lines Designer series paper, so be sure to stop back.

Thanks for stopping by. Hope you have a marvelous day!

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Inside the Lines

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a video for you that highlights the Inside the Lines Specialty Designer Paper that you can get for FREE in our Sale-a-bration catalog.

Stampin’ Up! trainer, Carrie, showcases the versatile Inside the Lines Specialty Designer Series Paper. This exclusive 12″ x 12″ paper is only available when you make a qualifying purchase during Stampin’ Up!’s annual Sale-A-Bration event.

Coloring books are so hot right now and Stampin’ Up! is right in line with that.  But what I love is that this beautiful paper coordinates with the Dragonfly Dreams stamps and Detailed Dragonfly thinlits… Bundle those and save 10%.

Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoyed the video.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Simply Sunday: Birthday Bash

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share 2 birthday cards. One is an invitation and the second a birthday card. Both of these projects are so quick and simple to make … I used the February Paper Pumpkin to make these.

Let’s start with the invitation … the “invite” portion is already pre-printed for you, and there are 12 of these invite pieces in the kit. I matted the invitation with a piece cut from one of the patterned cardstock pieces that are in the kit. You can get 2 pieces this size from the sheet and still have some left over.

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I wanted a little texture on the card so I embossed the Night of Navy with the “Simply Falling” embossing folder and used dimensionals to pop it up.

Our second card is for the birthday person.  Again I used the “Simply Falling” embossing folder, I didn’t want to add much more to my card, I wanted to mainly use the supplies in the kit.

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Not a Paper Pumpkin subscriber yet? Not to worry … you can easily recreate this card with some designer series paper.  I used the left over glimmer paper from the kits flames, and cut my flames using the leaf from the “Stylish Stems” framelits. There is even a smaller leave die you could use … they make really good flames for our candles.

I stamped the greeting in Flirty Flamingo ink that was included in the kit.  They sent use two spots this time … I save them all and used them when I need to edge a stamp with a different color, or when I’m using small stamps or alphabets.  They are really handy to have around.

It’s fun and easy to create with Paper Pumpkin, plus it’s on sale right now.  If you purchase the 3-month subscription, you can also chose a FREE Sale-a-bration item.

Thank you so much for sharing a part of your day with me.

Have a Happy Sunday!

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Need an Alternative?

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you some alternative projects created from the February Paper Pumpkin kit. It’s always fun to see what else you can do with the original items in the kit. I’m sharing from the Stampin’ Up! Get Inspired Blog post …

This kit will help you effortlessly plan the perfect birthday surprise for someone you love. Whether you’re sending wishes their way in a card, creating party invitations, or giving a gift card, the pull tab candle cards will help you pull it off with flare!

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And since the kit name is Many Happy Birthdays, here are some more ideas to keep the flame of creativity burning bright. First, using just the kit components, you could turn the many happy birthdays cards into mini happy birthday cards by making a set of tiny cards.

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Next, transform the pull-tab pocket card into a literal pocket card. Just assemble the card base, trim the bottom, snip the end corners at an angle, and add some adhesive at the bottom to seal it shut.

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As always, hang onto that stamp set so you can use it on future projects—like this card. The geometric line images create simple background in any color scheme.

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This kit is on fire! Don’t let the fun burn out—order many more refills today, while supplies last.

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The Many Happy Birthdays Kit is just in time to celebrate our fourth birthday in March! We’ve come a long way and look FOUR-ward to many happy birthdays with our Paper Pumpkin peeps.

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Don’t forget, right now you can skip to the Sale-A-Bration with Paper Pumpkin! Get a 3-month subscription for just $55 and instantly qualify for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item!

Stop back tomorrow and see what I’ve come up with!

Thank you for joining me today …

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Wedding Cheers …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I finally get to share with you the card I made using the “just introduced” Sale-a-bration stamp set; Reverse Words.  I wanted to do something a little different with this stamp set so here it is …

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I used the “Rock -n- Roll” technique on the stamp … I started with Blushing Bride and inked up the stamp, the I “rolled” the Sahara Sand ink pad around the edges of the stamp so it left some of the pink in the center. Then I stamped it onto Very Vanilla cardstock.

I matted my greeting with the Blushing Bride cardstock and mounted it onto the base of the card.  However … before I did that, I layered some Blushing Bride cardstock onto my base and the beautiful “Falling in Love” Designer Series paper. I just can’t stop gravitating to this paper!

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I wanted to pull the sparkly effect from the paper into my card. To do this I used my “Wink of Stella” to cover the entire stamped area (leaving the greeting in it’s mat form).  I then added the pretty little “Falling in Love” embellishment.

To carry the bling factor further into the card, I added one of the strips of rhinestones. They are fun and easy to use and it really complimented the card nicely. 

I love that this card is a slightly non-traditional wedding card but still has the special feeling.

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Hope you enjoyed, and thank you for stopping back to check out my blog. Remember, the Reverse Words stamp set is in our Sale-a-bration catalog and can be yours FREE with a qualifying purchase.

Have a wonderful day …

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You Know You’re a Crafter when …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Finally got back on line so I’ll save my card for tomorrow but thought I’d share this with you …

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Do some of these statements apply to you?  I know they do for me … lol

Have a nice evening, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

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Glimmer Paper Like Never Before!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry I missed you yesterday … computer went down and it took me all day to get it back up again, but I have some “sparkle” for you today.  We are so excited for our gorgeous new paper and know and so far it’s been a hit with everyone I’ve shown it to!

The 6″ x 6″ Glimmer Paper Assortment Pack comes in sizes and colors you haven’t seen in our Glimmer Paper before. Watch the video to see it in action and then let’s get it in your hands ASAP. Everyone who sees this paper in person will have to have it! I know I did!

I LOVE the Balloon Card!!  Add some sparkle and pizzazz to your projects with our 6″ x 6″ Glimmer Paper Assortment Pack–yours for FREE with a qualifying purchase during our 2017 Sale-A-Bration event!

Sale-A-Bration ends March 31, so be sure to contact me today to place your order or host a stampin’ party so all your friends can join in on the fun!

Thanks for hangin’ out with me ~

I hope your day is full of sparkle and smiles!

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Sale-a-Bration Second Release starts tomorrow!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m sharing with you some fabulous new items for Sale-a-Bration 2017! Beginning tomorrow you can choose from 3 additional Sale-a-Bration items with your qualifying order …

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The following pictures come directly from the catalog!  Found them on Facebook and thought I would share them with you until you get your catalog. 

If you are one of my customers and have ordered during the Sale-a-bration period … you will find the Sale-a-bration Second Release Mini Catalog in your order!  If you have placed your order on-line … I will be sending you one as well. 

The first is the “already popular” Glimmer paper …

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These cards were made with the help of our “Sunshine Wishes” Thinlits …

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The second is a fun stamp set that stamps in reverse …

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You can go simple or get really creative! This card also used the Flourish Thinlets …

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The third item is also a stamp set which coordinates with our “Layering Circle” Framelits …

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Both cards show stamp set used with the Circle Framelits, but you could stamp directly onto your cardstock as well …

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I am so excited about the new products Stampin’ Up! is releasing tomorrow.  Speaking of tomorrow, stop back because I will be sharing one of my cards!!

Please let me know if you have any questions with the new release products. Either leave a message below or click on my “Contact Me” button on your right.

Thanks for stopping by, I hope you enjoy your day!

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Simply Sunday … Simply Fun!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today for my Simply Sunday post, I thought we could have a little fun!

First we will review some of the cards that I have created and shared here with you, then I’d like you to join me in a little poll … I’d like to see which Bundle of the bundles listed is your favorite in the Occasions Catalog! OR do you have a different favorite?

#1. Lift Me Up Bundle …

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 #2. Sealed With Love Bundle …

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#3. Dragonfly Dreams Bundle …

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#4. Special Reason Bundle …

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Thanks so much for joining in today, I appreciate that you stop by to check out my blog and that you took some time to join in on the fun.  I’ll share the results along with another card tomorrow.

Have an awesome day ~

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Good Friends Like You Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m sharing the second card that our Technique Club made in our February meeting.  If you recall, we did the “Peek Through” technique. The layout is almost the same as the card I shared with the new glimmer paper …

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We began with a Whisper White base and cut our flower into the Night of Navy.  Our second flower was cut out from So Saffron.  Both used the Precision Base Plate on the BigShot.

We also used the stamp set more on this card as we used not only the greeting but stamped a smaller flower and a leaf as well. Because the small flower, greeting die and leaf are all open dies (not detailed like the flowers) we used the Magnetic Plate. All of the images cut out used the coordinating framelits … Love them bundles!

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We tied the entire card together with the Bakers twine. I love that you can see all of the dimension on this card!  We popped up the entire Night of Navy piece along with the greeting and Saffron flower.

You can see step by step instructions on the cutting of the two main flowers on my Wednesday, Feb. 15th post. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

I  thank you for checking in on me and my blog today. Let me know if you have any questions on this awesome bundle.

Enjoy your day and have a wonderful weekend!

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SPOILER ALERT … February 2017 Paper Pumpkin

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m sharing the February 2017 Paper Pumpkin Video … but first I have a little trivia from the home offices of Stampin’ Up! …

    • As of 2-15-17, over 510 thousand Sale-A-Bration items have been earned! Wow!
    • Top item by quite a bit is Hey Chick.
    • Numbers two and three are neck-and-neck: Avant Garden and the Carried Away DSP.
    • Anyone have a guess on number four?

 

Pull off the perfect party with the Many Happy Birthdays Kit! The pull tab candle cards can be used for invitations, birthday wishes, or as gift card holders. The kit will blow you away with nine cards in three different designs, a versatile photopolymer birthday stamp set, two Classic Stampin’ Spots, and gold glitter candle flames for added flare.

What a cute way to present a “Gift Card” or send an invitation. 

Paper Pumpkin is on sale during Sale-a-bration!! Now is a great time to try out Paper Pumpkin and to get FREE Sale-a-bration items!

3-Month Prepaid Subscription (137859) $59 $55  Save on a  3-month prepaid subscription and instantly qualify for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item!
12-Month Prepaid Subscription (137861) $215  Take it to the next level with a 12-month prepaid subscription. Save over $2/month with the everyday awesome price, earn Stampin’ Rewards, and get 4 FREE Sale-A-Bration items!
This offer will end on March 31, 2017 at 11:50 PM (MT).

As always … you’ll collect Virtual Rewards Points from me as well 🙂

Let me know if you have any questions on the Paper Pumpkin kits @ lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com  or just click one of the links below and start your Paper Pumpkin adventure!

Thank you for taking time out of your day to visit my blog.

Have a nice day! 🙂

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Celebrate Every Day …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a fun card to share with you that is full of color and full of layers, yet super simple to put together! Oh yes, and I’m going to tease you again with that pretty Sale-a-bration Glimmer Paper that will be released on the 21st! It’s less than one week away!

To create this card I pulled out my “Celebrate Every Day” Project Life Card Collection. I don’t just use my Project Life for my scrapbooking … I use it for cards and more. There are so many fun patterns and verses. Both of the “cards” came directly from the kit, no trimming or cutting!

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Here’s a short video that shows your everything that you get in the Card Collection and Accessory pack.

Memory keeping has never been so easy! With the Celebrate Every Day Project Life Card Collection and Accessory Pack, you can quickly and easily create photo pages, cards, and more.

I am somewhat attached to those cute little heart embellishments too, they are from the Sending Love embellishments found on page 15 of the Occasions Catalog.  Hearts aren’t just for Valentines. It’s one of the most treasured ways to express your feelings without saying a word ❤ 

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I used the Tombo Glue to adhere the Glimmer Paper to the base, and the flower card to my Glimmer paper and the Heart embellishments to that card.  It works really nice without the worry of the card falling apart.

Let me know if you have any questions about the Project Life Card Collections, we have more in the annual catalog! They are fun and easy to play with.

Thank you for checking out my blog …

I hope your day is a good one!

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SNEAK PEEK … Special Reason Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you had a nice Valentines Day yesterday. As promised I am here today to share a bit more with the Stylish Stems and a sneak peek!

As if Sale-A-Bration wasn’t great already; Stampin’ Up! has added more great to the greatness! Beginning February 21st they will release THREE new exclusive Sale-A-Bration products. Today I’m going to show you one …

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YES!! FREE Glimmer Paper … can’t get better than that. It comes in Sweet Sugarplum, Mint Macaron and Bermuda Bay. There are also 2 new stamp sets being released.

Now … are you ready to see what happens when you mix the Special Reason bundle and the new Sale-a-Bration Glimmer paper? Well wait no longer ….

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Stunning right! Not hard to create at all. We’ll begin with a Sweet Sugarplum base (which coordinates with the new Glimmer paper) and a 4″ x 5-1/4″ piece of the Thick Whisper White cardstock.

First take the thick cardstock and cut out the largest flower to create a “peek through” …  the 4″ x 5-1/4″ Sweet Sugarplum glimmer paper will be underneath! Oh but I cannot waste… so I cut out my glimmer flower from the “right” side of the paper.

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Cutting the large detailed flower takes two steps, you just completed the first. Next you will use the outline die to actually cut the flower out. Today’s card illustrates both ways to use that die.

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I attached the flower to the front of the card using the Tombo glue – it really holds nice (I will also use this to adhere the finished card front onto the base). I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to attach the white cardstock onto the Sweet Sugarplum glimmer paper.

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The greeting comes from the stamp set “Special Reason” that’s in our bundle. I backed that with a piece of the Mint Macaron glimmer paper and then cut out the leaves. Our greeting says: There’s no special reason for this card …  INSIDE: … except to let you know how special you are!

I really wasn’t sure that I needed another flower card, but when I saw what could be done with this bundle, well … I had to have it. The bundle in Clear Mount is $45.75 so if you add the pretty Sweet Sugarplum Ruched Ribbon – you can get the Glimmer Paper free (But Remember … it’s not available until the 21st) You will also receive another stamp on your Virtual Rewards card!

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Thank you for joining me this Wednesday ~

I hope you have an awesome day!

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Stylish Stems …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy Valentines Day to you! Today I’m going to keep my post short, a video that shows you how our new Special Reason stamp set and Stylish Stems work together so sweetly.

I shared my card with you on my Simply Sunday post and I’ll be back tomorrow to share a special card using this amazing bundle and a sneak peek!!

Stampin’ Up! trainer Holly discusses the many ways to use the Stylish Stems Framelits Dies and Special Reasons Stamp Set from the 2017 occasions (spring/summer) catalog.

I love all of the different looks that you can create with this bundle … stay tuned and we’ll explore these together. 

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Till then … have a wonderful day.

Thanks for stopping by ~

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