Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

Stargazing Suite; It’s Out of this World!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m thrilled to share Stampin’ Up!s fun new suite; Stargazing! You’ll find in our 2023-2024 Annual Catalog on pages 86 & 87. This suite blew my mind and has me over the moon with excitement. Not my first pick out of the catalog but I bought it on a whim and soooo happy I did. I’m amazed at how much fun I’m having creating with a suite I didn’t even know I wanted!! My grandkids are going to LOVE these …

Let’s watch the video so I can show you all the different pieces this suite has to offer and how I used them …

For this card I used Pumpkin Pie for my card base, Basic White, the Stargazing Designer paper and the Holographic Specialty Paper. The background was cut directly from the designer paper, only one planet was die cut.

Measurements:

  • Cardbase: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ scored and folded at 4-1/4″
  • Holographic paper: 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Designer Paper: 3-3/4″ x 5″

I used a 4″ x 5-1/4″ sheet of Basic White to stamp both the Astronaut and the Space Shuttle (as I call them) I mentioned in the video that I stamped several at a time, and then die cut them all. I did the same for the planets on both card #1 and card #2. It’s so much easier to just keep making cards when the basics are all ready for you!

The dimensions for Card #2 are exactly the same as our first card! My card base is Berry Burst and I used the funky holographic design (it has a pattern). Don’t forget to cut some stars out of the center of your holographic paper … want to use a much as you can, and no one will see it anyway.

I colored the shuttle with the LIGHT Night of Navy Stampin’ Blend and then highlighted it with Wink of Stella … that gives it the blueish silvery tone! Looks cool right!

Hope you enjoyed the video and the cards … If you would like to purchase this suite / bundle, or the papers, I have the links down below for you. The Stargazing Designer paper is on sale through 11:58 pm MT Friday, June 30th.

Thank you for joining me today and hanging out for a while. Have yourself a good day!

JUNE 2023 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SALE
Through the month of June you can enjoy a 15% discount on select Designer Series Paper packs from our new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives! This is a great time to stock up and save on gorgeous paper so you have artistic and versatile paper designs on hand for your next project!

JUNE 2023 STARTER KIT+ SPECIAL
June is a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! Those who sign up/purchase the Starter Kit between June 1 and June 30 can get up to $125 USD  $155 USD worth of products for only $99 USD  + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up!

Celebrate: Bright & Beautiful Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I’m back again today to Celebrate the Bright and Beautiful Designer Series paper with a fun birthday card. I’m using four different patterns from the pack (can you find all four?) Then I paired it with the Circle Sayings bundle. The bundle comes with the stamp set and a circle punch.

The color I chose for my card base was Bubble Bath, it coordinates with all of my designer paper pattern.

I cut the designer paper with the diamond pattern 4″ x 5-1/4″ and then layered the stripped pattern (2″ x 4″) over the top for a little more stability. I then wrapped my Parakeet Party Bakers Twine from the In Color Bakers Twine pack and then tied a pretty little bow onto it.

I then attached the designer paper front to the card base. Next I stamped the cupcakes onto the water washed designer paper patterns in pink and green. Then I used the Berry Burst and Granny Apple Green Stampin’ Blends to add a touch of color to the cupcake wrapper … the only thing I did to the frosting was add a touch of Wink of Stella!

I stamped my greeting from the Circle Sayings bundle directly onto the Vellum cardstock and punched it out. At this point, I attached one of the cupcakes directly to the Vellum and then popped up the Vellum.

The pink cupcake in the lower left-hand corner was popped up, and the one in the upper right-hand corner was tucked under the vellum and secured directly onto the card front.

I have another card that I created using the Bright & Beautiful Designer paper and the greeting from Circle Sayings … I did use die cuts that have since retired but I added it just for inspiration …

Thanks for stopping by today, hope your day is a good one.

JUNE 2023 DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SALE
Through the month of June you can enjoy a 15% discount on select Designer Series Paper packs from our new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives! This is a great time to stock up and save on gorgeous paper so you have artistic and versatile paper designs on hand for your next project!

JUNE 2023 STARTER KIT+ SPECIAL
June is a fabulous time to join Stampin’ Up! Those who sign up/purchase the Starter Kit between June 1 and June 30 can get up to $125 USD  $155 USD worth of products for only $99 USD  + free business supplies + free shipping + all the fun being a part of Stampin’ Up!

Bright & Beautiful Designer Paper Waves of Inspiration …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

It’s Monday and we’re going to make a splash with the Waves of Inspiration stamp set and Waves Dies. I have teamed these two with the Bright and Beautiful Designer Series paper.

I used the Pretty Peacock layered design as a background and also to cut the first layer of the wave. There is a layer of Pretty Peacock behind it … this gives it added dimension of color and texture as it is layered.

Now it was time to give it some “real” texture, I used the Shimmery White Embossing Paste and with an old paint brush, I dabbed it onto the waves. I also added some craft white ink to brighten it up even more. For the rest of the wave, I used Wink of Stella.

I attached the completed wave onto the designer paper and then mounted it onto a piece of 4″ x 5-1/4″ Pretty Peacock. Using Pretty Peacock ink, I stamped my sentiment and then die cut it with the largest of the label dies.

I then layered the Natural Bakers Twine and attached it to the sentiment, and then secured it to the back of my card front. Using Stampin’ Dimensionals, I popped up the card front onto the Lost Lagoon card base.

To complete my card today, I added 3 of the Iridescent Rhinestones. I can’t say it enough, I love the way they pick up the color of whatever color designer paper or cardstock we use.

There is so many different patterns in the Bright & Beautiful Designer Series paper pack, so there are so many different ways you can use it. I’ll be back with more tomorrow.

Thanks for stopping by today, hope your day is a good one.

Simply Sunday: Tips for Designer Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy Sunday! Today I’d like to share one of my Stampin’ Tips for creating with designer paper who’s patterns are a bit, well … BOLD!! Some designs we look at and know exactly what we would like to do with them, others leave us with a question mark … lol.

Yesterday I highlighted the pattern with a simple die cut, today it’s all in the pattern of the card. When you have bold patterns you are not sure how to use them … go small! Today I turned a bold pattern into a simple little block that will create our focal point.

I was not sure how I wanted to use those big X’s, and the other pattern… well, it kind of hurt my eyes!! lol But cut into smaller blocks (1-1/2″ x 1-1/2″) we tame them down and create a cute design of blocks. I love the little swans so I added them into my Black & White themed card … it is what gave my my pop of color.

I matted my designer paper blocks with Calypso Coral measuring 1-5/8″ x 1-5/8″. Then I used my Stampin’ Blends to color the White Bakers Twine to Calypso Coral! The blocks were placed onto a 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ piece of Basic White…. this fun pattern of blocks create the focal point of our card.

I popped up the entire assembly with the foam adhesive sheets. I stamped my greeting from the Layering Leaves stamp set with Memento Ink and finished it off with the Classic Matte Dots in Black. The front was then layered onto a Basic Black card base.

I love all the texture and dimension of this card, and those crazy patterns make this card fun! If there is ever a pattern in your pack of designer paper that you are not sure what to do with it … tame it! Cut it down into blocks, or maybe use a collection of circles. Just have fun with it, and use it up.

Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to visit me!

Have a wonderful day.

A Card to Say Hello …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I have been sharing cards created with the Delightfully Eclectic Designer paper so today I picked a pattern I wanted to have a little fun with. I grabbed my Stylish Shapes dies and using the smallest of the square dies, I cut out the floral pieces from the design … you can see how they could be cut both ways.

Once I got them die cut, I tied a pretty bow using the natural Bakers Twine. I then attached the die cuts to the adhesive foam and popped them up. I layered them onto a piece of Garden Green and then used the Bubble Bath cardstock for my card base.

Simple and sweet … A card to say hello. The greeting comes from the Sending Smiles stamp set and die cut with the Sending Dies. I layered that with Garden Green before attaching it to the card front using Mini Dimensionals.

I thought this would be a fun little twist to this designer paper and to add some texture and dimension to my card. Hope you enjoyed.

Thank you for stopping by today.

Sending Smiles FUN FOLD with Delightfully Eclectic Designer paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Discover how easy it is to create my Sending Smiles Fun Fold card. Today I will be sharing a video of my replay from last nights Facebook LIVE. I’m also featuring the Delightfully Eclectic Designer paper that is currently on sale … Wooo Hooo!

OH… and we have FREE SHIPPING today only! Enjoy Free shipping and 15% off your Designer papers. I love it when we can combine these promotions.

Let’s take a look at our video …

DIMENSIONS:

  • Cardbase: 11″ x 4-1/4″ then Scored at 2-1/8″ and 5-1/2″
  • Basic White for Inside Card: 5-1/4″ x 4″
  • Basic White for (Diamond) Front Flap: 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
  • Colored Cardstock or Designer Paper for Front Flap: 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
  • Designer Paper for front (3-1/8″) & inside(2-1/4″): You can use 4″ x 5-1/2″ … just make sure your 3-1/8″ piece is on the front, then you can attach the remainder to the inside.

I hope this cutie inspires you to try this fun fold, it is pretty quick and easy to make and doesn’t require a lot of layers or designer paper so have fun!

Thanks so much for dropping in today for a visit … please feel free to leave a comment and let me know how you liked today’s fun fold.

Don’t forget the FREE SHIPPING today …. with qualifying order of $75 or more.

More Smiles with the Delightfully Eclectic Designer paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I will be sharing the second card that I showed in my video it also features the Delightfully Eclectic Designer paper but you can use any designer paper for this fun fold pattern.

DIMENSIONS:

  • Cardbase: 11″ x 4-1/4″ then Scored at 2-1/8″ and 5-1/2″
  • Basic White for Inside Card: 5-1/4″ x 4″
  • Basic White for (Diamond) Front Flap: 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
  • Colored Cardstock or Designer Paper for Front Flap: 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
  • Designer Paper for front (3-1/8″) & inside(2-1/4″): You can use 4″ x 5-1/2″ … just make sure your 3-1/8″ piece is on the front, then you can attach the remainder to the inside.

So are you ready to try this fun fold?? What designer paper are you going to use?

Thanks for stopping by today … I appreciate your visit.

Don’t forget the FREE SHIPPING today …. with qualifying order of $75 or more.

FREE SHIPPING this Wednesday Only

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m excited to share with you the latest Stampin’ Up! promotion … FREE SHIPPING this Wednesday.

For one day only, all orders of $75 or more will qualify for the Free Shipping. Time for you to stock up and save on your favorite Stampin’ Up! products! What’s makes this offer even better?

Combine the FREE Shipping with our paper promotion … you can enjoy a 15% discount on select Designer Series Papers from our new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog and Online Exclusives! Prepare your list … and get ready to stock up on your favorites of this beautiful paper.

There is no limit to how many packages of Designer Series Paper may be purchased during this promotion. Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit or with Stampin’ Rewards qualify for the 15% discount.

Let’s take a look at the select designer papers on sale ….

WOW … Many of my favorites are on sale; Fresh as a Daisy, Countryside Inn, Hello, Irresistible and Let’s Go Fishing … now I can check out even more at a discount! Which ones are your favorites?

Thank you for stopping by today, and don’t forget to get your Wish List made out … FREE SHIPPING this Wednesday ONLY.

Have a great day ~

The Perfect Man Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share the Perfect Man Card with you … It’s got “Gone Fishing” and a Fun Fold to boot! It is the Tent Fold created with the Countryside Corners Dies. I know I’ve share this pattern before so today, just comment below and I will send you the PDF with color pictures, all the dimensions and step by step instructions.

You will be able to download and print this off for future reference or try it right away! Once you try it, you will find how easy it really is to make, and then you’ll be making them in every designer paper pattern and occasion!

Got a close up here of the inside as well …

Here are a few of the others I have made (if this is your first visit to my blog) …

Same pattern / layout … same fun fold but a little bit different look when you change up your designer papers. They are still on sale until the end of this month…

Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to stop by and pay a visit. Don’t forget to leave me a comment so I can send you the PDF for the Countryside Corners Tent Fold card.

Have a great Sunday ~

Check out my Teams Swap Cards …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Last weekend I was blessed to spend time with many of my Stars by Design Team Members. We had so much fun we forgot to take pictures … but I do have some of their amazing swap cards … and I will share a couple with you today.

We’re are kind of spread across the state (and one out of state) but we try to meet in person quarterly. We also keep in touch through my Stars Newsletter and a private Facebook page too. We talk about the Stampin’ Up! specials, the newest fads, techniques and fun folds!! We’re already planning our next one …. YOU should join us!!

On that note, let’s begin with Kathy’s card created with the Crafting with You bundle …

Don’t you just love the the paper she made using different inks and the Saran Wrap technique. You just crunch it up, tap it into the ink pad and then blot onto paper.

The next card is great for the upcoming Fathers Day holiday and was created by Debi ~

This card was created using the Gone Fishing bundle and is a favorite of my 4 year old Great Grandson!! He was carrying it all around, and then told me he wants me to take him fishing! lol This is a very inspiring card …. thank you Debi!!

The next card was created by our newest member Tina. She is using the Two Tone Flora found on page 34 of the Annual Catalog ….

Tina just signed up this month during our Starter Kit promotion and jumped right into the fun! We’d love to have you join our Stars team as well. Besides our team, you have Stampin’ Up! and an amazing group of fellow demonstrators “world wide” that you can tap into for resources.

You can sign up for the discount, but you’ll stay for the friendships. Take it out for a test drive, and see if this is a good fit for you. Love to stamp? Check / One down! Let’s talk.

Thank you for checking out my blog post today, I’d love to talk to you about joining my team.

Sending Smiles Card in Lemon Lolly

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Thought I would change things up a bit today and share my Sending Smiles Card created in Lemon Lolly. Who know I would flip head over heals for this new color. It’s so cheerful and some days we all need a little more cheer in our lives.

I created this card for the Tutorial Group that I am in …. Our June theme is our favorite new color.

Let me know if you would like the PDF for this card… just leave me a comment below. You will need WORD to open the file … I’d be happy to share this one with you.

Thanks for stopping by my blog today. Have a good one!!

Tent Fold Card with the Delightfully Eclectic paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’ll be sharing the replay of last nights Facebook LIVE, creating the Tent Fold Card with the Delightfully Eclectic designer paper. You’ll also see my original design using the Countryside Inn Designer paper. Both papers are on SALE until the end of June … I also have a “special” which includes 3 Free PDF’s (step by step instructions).

Let’s take a look at the Countryside Inn ….

Let’s take a look at the replay / video which explains the steps on how I created these cards. They look so pretty with the stamped Countryside Inn stamp and the designer papers ….

I also have the picture of the finished Tent Fold card with the Delightfully Eclectic designer paper. If you really love this paper, I’ll send you three PDF files with instructions for the two cards you were shown in the video, and then another surprise card!! Remember, orders must be made through me CLICK HERE and before the end of June so you can also get the awesome discount!!

Thank you for taking time out of your day to join me and watching the video. I hope you enjoyed it and that you were inspired to try making this fun Tent Fold card.

Enjoy your day ~

Delightfully Eclectic Fun Fold Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m sharing another Delightfully Eclectic Designer Series paper card, a Fun Fold, and yes … the Faux Step card again. I am hooked on this quick & easy fun fold. Ohhhh, wait to you see the pattern I picked for this card …

Those pretty pink posies and the stripes look great together and create a fun background. There are so many great patterns in this big bundle of designer paper, picking it up this month while it’s on sale is a smart move and a savings of almost $5.00

You can never have too much patterned paper. And with the Delightfully Eclectic 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper, you’ll always have plenty on hand. This extra-generous stack of paper has designs you can use for holidays, birthdays, seasons, and everyday use. Stripes, flowers, dots, grids, geometric designs—there’s a design for every project you want to make!

Side view ….

  • Card Base: 9″ x 4-1/4″ which is scored at 1-1/4″ … 2-1/2″ … and 5-3/4″.
  • Center step: 8-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ then score at 3″.
  • You need 3 pieces of designer paper; 4″ x 3″ … 4″ x 1″ (those will go on the base of the card). The 4″ x 1″ goes on the smallest panel to the front, then skip a panel, and then the 4″ x 3″ piece will go on the 3rd panel. The third measures 2″ x 5-1/4″ which goes on the step portion of your card.

If you have enjoyed this designer paper for the past two days, join me tonight when I share a couple of cuties using the Delightfully Eclectic designer paper on my Facebook LIVE tonight at 6:30 central time …. CLICK HERE to get onto my page. Then “Follow Me” so that you don’t miss out on any of the stampin’ action.

Thank you for hanging out with me today, and I hope to see you tonight.

Whimsical Hello Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I took the weekend off but I’m back to say HELLO in a fun & whimsical way. I am using the Delightfully Eclectic 12 x 12 Designer Series paper. This paper is so much fun with a total of 48 sheets … you’ll get 4 sheets each of 12 double-sided designs. That is 24 “delightfully eclectic” patterns. I’ve used several already and I’m sharing one of them with you today.

My pattern choice today was the fun floral in Fresh Freesia and Basic Black. I matted my paper with the black and chose the Fresh Freesia cardstock as my base. Once layered I added the Black & White 1/4″ Gingham Ribbon which I tied in a cute little bow.

With such a fun and whimsical pattern, I chose the Alphabest stamp set and coordinating Best Label punch. I first stamped the outer design in Tuxedo Black Memento Ink and then stamped my greeting in the Fresh Freesia ink.

With the Alphabest being photopolymer stamps, it’s a breeze to align the letters inside your stamped outer designs.

I popped up my greeting using the Mini Dimensionals and attached them in a playful way … I find this a “no stress” way to add my individually punched pieces because I don’t have to make sure it’s perfectly straight.

To finish off the card, I added my favorite “Iridescent Ice” Rhinestones … they go on everything!! I love the way the pick up the colors that are one your card. Perfect for a super simple, fun and whimsical card.

Thank you for joining me today. I hope you have a great week ahead.

BOHO BEACH KIT …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

It’s time to sit back, relax, and take family and friends to the beach from the comfort of your home with our latest kit: Boho Beach Kit! It comes with everything you need to make beach-inspired cards, evoking vacation and relaxation in minutes! Send a friendly note to the people you love and don’t miss the acrylic-poured paint art style used in this kit for a dazzling marbled color effect. This new kit is part of the Kits Collection and is now available as of June 7, 2023 (while supplies last).

  • Cost is $22 USD
  • Use item number 162418 when ordering
  • Click here to watch the unboxing video by Sara Douglass
  • Click here for the instructional PDF
  • This month’s kit includes:
    • Enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs
    • 8 coordinating envelopes
    • Boho Beach photopolymer stamp set
    • One Pecan Pie Ink Spot
    • Printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, embellishments, and a clear block
    • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
    • Coordinating colors: Crumb Cake, Lost Lagoon, Pecan Pie, Pool Party, Wild Wheat

Thank you for dropping by today, I wish you a wonderful Friday!