Author Archives: Linda Schnabel

FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY: A Note of Thanks

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share the cutest card with you… on my FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY! This card features the Sweet Songbirds stamp set. This cute little bird is delivering a note of thanks.

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Thick Basic White 4-1/4” x 11, scored at 5-1/2”
  • Cardstock #1: Tahitian Tide 4” x 5-1/4”
  • Cardstock #2: Parakeet Party 3-3/4” x 5″
  • Cardstock #3: Tahitian Tide 3-3/4” x 4-1/4” (for die cut frame)
  • Cardstock #4: 2-3/8” x 3”
  • Cardstock #5: Basic White 1-3/4” x 1/2”
  • Scraps of Basic White, Crumb Cake, Mango Melody Cardstock and Supple Shimmer Specialty Paper for stamped / punched images

Instructions:

  • Fold the Thick Basic White card base in half and burnish the fold.
  • Die cut the Parakeet Party Cardstock with the Stitched Greenery Die, then adhere to the Tahitian Tide Cardstock.
  • Adhere the Tahitian Tide Cardstock layer to the Thick Basic White card base.
  • Die cut the frame from the Tahitian Tide Cardstock and adhere to the card.
  • Stamp the musical notes on the piece of Basic White Cardstock in Tahitian Tide ink, then adhere to the inside of the frame with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Stamp the nest in Soft Suede ink on a scrap of Crumb Cake Cardstock, fussy-cut around image and adhere to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • On a scrap of Basic White Cardstock, stamp the bird in Tahitian Tide ink, stamp the bird’s eyes in Soft Suede ink, then punch the bird out and adhere to the card with   Stampin’ Dimensionals
  • Punch the bird’s wing and chest from a scrap of Supple Shimmer Specialty Paper and adhere to the bird’s body.
  • Punch the bird’s beak from a small scrap of Mango Melody Cardstock and adhere to the bird.
  • Stamp the sentiment in Soft Suede ink on the strip of Basic White Cardstock, punch the right side with the Banner Pick a Punch and adhere to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Tie a bow using the Tahitian Tide Metallic Woven Ribbon and adhere to the card using a Mini Glue Dot.
  • Add three Rhinestone Basic Jewels (one large, two small) to the card front as shown.

Don’t you just LOVE this color combination? It’s a sure sign of spring. Such a cute card.

Thank you for joining me today. I hope today’s FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY has inspired you too add a little sparkle to your projects ~

Have a wonderful day!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ❤

Throwback Thursday: Easy Shaker Cards

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Just the other night my Stampin’ Club and I were talking about a great way to make Easy Shaker Cards!! Today I’d like to bring back one of my favorite videos showing you how easy it is to create using this cool technique!

Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join me for a few minutes and check this out …

Cool right … and you even got to see how I dye my white ribbons!! Just think of all the beautiful designer papers there are in the catalog, and which many of you have at home! Try out this technique … you will fall in love with it and your card recipient are going to be all shook up with excitement!!

Thank you for taking a small step back in time with me … I hope I inspired you to create your own shaker card (if so, I’d love to see it).

Have a great day ~

Here are a few of my suggestions for Designer Paper, “shakeables” and ribbon I think would work great with this technique! Click on any of the items listed below to shop with me. Thank you!!

Spotlight Technique with New Horizons

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share a twist to the SPOTLIGHT Technique with the New Horizons Designer paper. You can catch a replay of last nights Facebook LIVE where I showed “how” I cut and then let my guests choose which one they wanted to see put together. The great thing is … today you will see both cards finished off and ready to send!

Let’s begin with the video …

Now that you’ve seen the video, let’s take a closer look at those cards. I’ll start with the initial and simple SPOTLIGHT card. Here we just cut out a piece of our designer paper, and then the coordinating Blackberry Bliss cardstock as a mat.

The greeting comes from the Peaceful Moments stamp set … I think this is a must in your collection, so many amazing greeting for so many occasions. I put the link for you below.

Now we are going to “step it up” a bit or adding a twist to the SPOTLIGHT Technique by adding another layer (or two) ….

On the video I showed “how” I put this together but what I didn’t say is that the reason I used the Basic White as a mat, was to highlight the white that I used when heat embossing the greeting. Besides … it really does make the “SPOTLIGHT” pop!!

Did you notice the addition to the vellum? It’s the Layering Designs Vellum and can be found in the Annual Catalog. I think it really adds to the card … especially if you are sending this card “across the miles”!!

I love highlighting techniques that were used many years ago and we tend to forget … obviously they were popular for a reason. I love the SPOTLIGHT Technique and with the New Horizons paper.

Thank you for stopping by today, I hope it’s a good one.

Here is a list of the ingredients used for today’s cards … excluding the New Horizons paper as it has already retired.

Card Share of Rainbows

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I love rainbows … do you? They are the comfort after the storm to tell us everything is alright. I have some very special cards to share with you today. These projects were made with the Rainbow of Happiness Bundle by our global Artisan Design Team members Berdien Weideveld, Martin Stone, and Tami Hewlett.

I have noted the designer on their creations to make sure they get the credit they deserve … You are in for a treat, and will be inspired by the different styles.

The bow-shaped greetings in the stamp set can be stamped on die-cut pieces for a unique look. The A Little Something To Brighten Your Day greeting is sized perfectly to fit on the tag piece in the die set. Add clouds and scallops to your handmade cards for extra texture and dimension.

The color pallet on these cards is amazing, so bright and fun!! I have one more set of these beautiful cards for you today. Baby cards …. Don’t you just love it when you find inspiration that is out of the box!

I’m sad that this bundle “DID NOT” make it into the NEW Annual Catalog so it will be gone forever after the 30th of this month.

Thank you for the visit today, hope you enjoyed these pretty cards as much as I did!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ❤

Ready to Say Goodbye …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With only 2 weeks left … the Last Chance List is thinning out!! Here are the retiring products along with the discounted pricing and a picture of the product! Remember, when they are gone … they are gone! Some items might be gone already!!

Here is amazing stamp set and dies are retiring, the Tulip Fields stamp set! Last time I looked … the gorgeous tulip paper is still available and it’s on sale!

Some of my favorites are on this list … New Horizons, Artfully Layered and designer papers! Who doesn’t love those, especially when many are discounted!! Is YOUR favorite bundle or designer paper here? Time to grab it ….

Let me know if you have any questions, or need help placing your order. Thank you!

Sale: $16.20

Price: $18.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $17.00

Price: $34.00

Sale: $29.50

Price: $59.00

Sale: $17.50

Price: $35.00

Sale: $23.80

Price: $34.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $14.50

Price: $29.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $14.00

Price: $28.00

Sale: $13.50

Price: $27.00

Sale: $27.30

Price: $39.00

Sale: $14.00

Price: $28.00

Sale: $16.50

Price: $33.00

Sale: $4.50

Price: $5.00

Sale: $14.50

Price: $29.00

Sale: $5.00

Price: $10.00

Sale: $15.50

Price: $31.00

Introducing: The Sending Good Thoughts

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday was the first day to subscribe to the Sending Good Thoughts Paper Pumpkin Kit. Send your favorite people a message in a bottle—on a card! This kit is full of adventurous fun with a gorgeous ocean color palette and daring nautical designs.

Each kit contains enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 daring designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes. This month’s Paper Pumpkin kit will have your loved ones feeling sand-tastic!

Plus, we’ve got a fun game for you to play: the Sea if You Know Paper Pumpkin quiz! This is a great chance to learn more about Paper Pumpkin and this month’s nautical kit. All active Paper Pumpkin Subscribers who play will be entered in to win a 1-month prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscription code. Subscribe to the Sending Good Thoughts Paper Pumpkin Kit to be eligible to win!

Thanks for checking in on me today ~

Grab a Paper Pumpkin or two … or more, and have some fun!

FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share the cutest card with you… on my FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY which features the Nothings Better Than stamp set. Grab your cup of coffee because I have mine right here … if that doesn’t wake you up, this color pallet will do the trick.

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Polished Pink 4-1/4” x 11, scored at 5-1/2”
  • Cardstock #1: Basic Black 4” x 5-1/4”
  • Cardstock #2: Basic White 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”
  • DSP #1: Parakeet Party (plaid pattern) 3-3/4” x 2”
  • DSP #2: Parakeet Party (striped pattern) 3-3/4” x 2-7/8”
  • Scrap of Basic White Cardstock for stamping and die cut images

Instructions:

  • Fold the Polished Pink card base in half and burnish the fold.
  • Adhere the Parakeet Party DSP pieces to the Basic White Cardstock layer.
  • Adhere the Basic White Carstock layer to the Basic Black Cardstock, then adhere to the Polished Pink card base.
  • Using the Stylish Shapes Dies, cut out the largest square from Basic White Cardstock.
  • Stamp the sentiments on the die cut square in Momento ink as shown.
  • Stamp two coffee cup outline images on the die cut square in Momento ink. Stamp one filler image in Parakeet Party ink and one in Coastal Cabana ink.
  • Stamp the steam images in Momento ink and then stamp three of the tiny star images in Parakeet Party ink.
  • On a scrap of Basic White Cardstock, stamp the coffee cup outline image in Momento  ink, then stamp the filler image in Polished Pink ink. Die cut with the coordinating die from the Love You More Than Dies and adhere to the square with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Stamp the sentiment in Momento ink on the Parakeet Party striped DSP, use the die cut square as a guide for placement.
  • Adhere the die cut square to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Tie a bow using the black baker’s twine and adhere to the card using a Mini Glue Dot.
  • Add three Rhinestone Basic Jewels (one large, one medium, one small) to the card front as shown.

Don’t you just LOVE this color combination? The Polished Pink combined with the Parakeet Party will set the mood and the Basic Black really makes it pop!! Such a fun card.

Thank you for joining me today. I hope today’s FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY has inspired you too add a splash of color to your projects ~

Have a wonderful day!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ❤

Tropical Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share another Paradise Palms Card with you… with a TROPICAL VIBE! This card and transport yourself (or your friend) someplace warm and relaxing! It’s created with a simple technique that adds some fun texture to the card ….

You have a card base of Basic White cut to 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. Then your front is 4″ x 5-1/4″ … here is where your texture comes in: Bring out your Simply Score or use your Paper Cutter to add score lines every 1/2″. I love this technique as it’s so simple but gives you that beach shiplap look!!

To create that colorful sun behind your tree, simply cut 1/2″ strips of Mango Melody, Bermuda Bay, Coastal Cabana and Daffodil Delight … all four of these colors come from our Brights Collection, so if you’re new to stamping, you can just purchase the collection of cardstock on page 126 of our annual catalog instead of buying each color of cardstock. It’s a nice way to gradually get into the colors without breaking the bank.

Once all your strips are cut, I like to attach mine to the adhesive sheets (you can cut it down to the size you need, which I made slightly larger than the circle die. It’s two sided so you simply layer the strips onto one side. Then you’ll die cut using the largest circle die from our Layering Circle dies … then simply peel off the backing and attach it to the scored card front.

The greeting is embossed in white and die cut using the Stitched Rectangle dies. Both the Layering Circles and the Stitched Rectangle sets of dies are must haves in your stamp room, so very versatile!

Hope you enjoyed another look at the Paradise Palms Bundle and today’s TROPICAL Card. Thank you for stopping by ~

Have a wonderful day!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ❤

Finding a Little Paradise Card Tutorial

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share my Paradise Palms Card with you… Finding a Little Paradise which I think we could all use right now. I’ll also be sharing the dimensions and step by step directions so you can create this card and transport yourself (or your friend) someplace warm and relaxing!

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Basic Black: 8-1/2” x 5-1/2”, Score at 4-1/4” and fold in half.  Also need a piece of scrap to die cut palm tree.
  • Cardstock / Mango Medley: 5-1/4” x 4”
  • Cardstock / Basic White: 5” x 3-3/4” (front) 5-1/4” x 4” (inside) plus 4” x 4” to color with blending brushes.

Instructions:

  • Attach the Mango Melody cardstock onto your Basic Black Cardbase.
  • Using 4” x 4” piece of white and a Blending Brush, apply Daffodil Delight to the center of your card and brush out all the way to each edge.
  • Repeat the application of color using Mango Medley to the top portion of the card (edge to edge) and blend down into the Daffodil Delight.
  • Repeat the application of color using Coastal Cabana to the bottom portion of the card (edge to edge) and blend up into the Daffodil Delight.
  • When your cardstock is fully covered with ink, die cut using the () circle die.
  • Die cut large palm tree out of the scrap piece of Basic Black.
  • Attach the circle in the upper / center section of the Whisper White.
  • Stamp greeting with Momento Ink onto Basic White on the left hand side.
  • Take this assembly and using the Tasteful Textile Embossing Folder, run it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine.
  • Secure die cut Palm onto front of card with a Mini Dimensional on top and adhesive on the bottom.
  • Attach card front assembly to the base of your card and the 5-1/4” x 4” Basic White to the inside of your card.

Don’t you just LOVE a fully textured card? Oh my gosh … it totally transforms this card. And of course I could not walk away without adding the Faux Sea Glass to my card, it even pulls color from the circle background.

Thank you for stopping by ~

Have a wonderful day!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ❤

WARM & BEACHY CARD

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Hey Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I thought I’d share a Warm & Beachy Card with you! Designed by Stampin’ Up! this card highlights the stamp set.

This card is so simple to make … with a few steps you will have created this cute card.

1. Stamp palm leaves in Evening Evergreen ink and trunk and coconuts using Soft Suede ink. Stamp the sentiment in Evening Evergreen ink on Mint Macaron rectangle.
2. Die cut palm, coconut, and trunk images. Emboss the Crumb Cake piece.
3. Assemble palm trees and tear Crumb Cake piece at a slight angle.
4. Adhere Calypso Coral rectangle to card base, followed by the Crumb Cake embossed piece, ribbon and sentiment.

And you’re done! Easy peasy and oh so cute. I hope you enjoyed the Warm & Beachy Card today … I have more from this cute bundle to share with you!!

Thank you for joining me today,

Here is a list of the products used in today’s card ….

FUN “HOW TO” VIDEO’S …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared links to all of our Kit’s Collection stamping kits that are on Sale NOW … BOGO! When you buy one kit, you will get the second for 50% Off. So I thought I would share a few of the “how to” videos for some of the kits that some of you have already ordered!

As we all know, the kits are while supplies last, and when they are on sale, they will go pretty quick. Grab your favorites and stamp with a friend or gather the family around the table for some creative time. Oh yes, and they make the perfect gift.

Let’s start out with the KINDNESS CARDS KIT …

If you haven’t gotten your KINDNESS CARDS KIT yet … just click HERE!

Next up I’d like to share an awesome kit that is perfect for your the graduate in your family. Perfect for their dorm room as they head out to college, or for their room to collage their favorite summer memories. It’s great just to have around the house to post Dr. appointments and more …

It’s the CELEBRATE TODAY MAGNET BOARD KIT …

I love this kit and will be sending one along with my granddaughter as she heads off to UW Oshkosh this fall. She thought she might put some of her jewelry in the pockets!! Who knew! If you would like to get one (or two) of these kits … CLICK HERE!

I’m going to share one more video with you today … it’s a fav because we all need a little cheering up once in a while.

It’s the NOTES OF CHEER CARD KIT ….

This kit is perfect for NEW Crafters as it does not require any stamping at all. However, if you love this kit, and like to stamp … watch the video and then I’ll share how you can “tweek” your greetings.

I love the playful look of these cards and all that beautiful color! If you have your own sentiments … just flip over the pre-printed greeting and stamp your own! Birthday, Get Well, or Happy Retirement! Here is the link to get this wonderful kit: CLICK HERE!

There are many more kits you can choose from and remember, from now until the end of June you can pick one up for 50% Off during the BOGO Sale. Buy one, get one at 50% Off and feel free to mix and match.

I hope you enjoyed the “HOW TO VIDEOS” and that they showed you how easy it is to create with our kits. Click on THIS LINK HERE to view the list of kits.

Thank you for stopping by today.

Quick Easy Amazing Cards …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Have you ever just lost your mojo and find it hard to come up with a card idea? Are you new to stamping and aren’t sure where to start? Well let me help you with these problems … because I can bring you a full stamping kit that you can whip out a beautiful card without a second thought … or the mess!

And for my new stampers … these amazing kits come with everything you need and full instructions to guide you to perfection! I’m talking about the Stampin’ Up! Kit Collection and they are having a BOGO sale!! Buy one, get one at 50% off.

These kits are fun and with so many different styles to pick from, you’ll want more than one. And with this BOGO sale … make sure you pick up one for your friends. AND … they make the perfect birthday or graduation gift for your crafting loved ones.

Here is a list of our fabulous kits. Click on anyone of them for more information or to begin your shopping. Stampin’ Up! will automatically give you the discount on the “higher priced” kit when you shop directly online.

Thank you for joining me today. Please let me know if you have any questions about this sale.

Have a wonderful Sunday ~

Hooray Birthday Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a cute card that is easy to recreate so we’ll celebrate the Hooray Birthday Card! Let’s begin with the main attraction, the Alphabest Bundle found on page 115 of your annual catalog.

Our base is Pool Party … and a Basic White cardstock front embossed with the Hives 3-D embossing folder. Use up your scraps for the greeting … We’re heat embossing the alphabet onto the scrap cardstock and then punch!!

To create the illusion of stringing up your greeting … simply glue your Bakers twine to the front of the card and attach your greeting (after punched) with either Glue Dots or Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Our pretty “Sparkle & Shine” Sequins Assortment finish off the card perfectly. How cute is that Hooray Birthday Card!? This little cutie could be sent to anyone on your birthday list.

Thank you for joining me today. Hope your day is a good one.

I have the list of ingredients for the Hooray Birthday Card for you …

FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I’m excited to share something fabulous with you … FREE TUTORIAL FRIDAY! Each Friday I will bring you a great card or project and will provide a full tutorial that includes supplies, dimensions and instructions with you!!

Today’s card is perfect for a Friday because we’re celebrating with another round! This comes from the “Brewed for You” bundle ….

Measurements: 

  • Card Base:  Daffodil Delight c/s:  4-1/4 x 11
  • Cardstock #2:  Pool Party c/s:  2-3/4 x 2-3/4
  • Cardstock #3: Basic White c/s:  3-1/2 x 3-1/2
  • Cardstock #4:  Petal Pink c/s:  3/8 x 3-1/2
  • Design A Daydream DSP:  2 x 5-1/4 (TWO – coordinating patterns)

Instructions:

  1. Score 4-1/4 x 11 base card at 5-1/2 and press in fold.
  2. Adhere two patterns of DSP to front of base card on an angle.
  3. Cut second from largest Stylish Shapes square from Pool Party c/s.  Add to front with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  4. Cut 3/8 x 3-1/2 Petal Pink cardstock, adhere over square off-set.
  5. Stamp beer glass and wine glass on Basic White c/s with Smoky Slate Ink.  Stamp inside beer with Daffodil Delight Ink and inside wine with Blackberry Bliss Ink.  Cut with Brewed Dies.  Add to square with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  6. Stamp Brewed For You greeting with Blackberry Bliss Ink, cut with long Stylish Shapes label die, add to front with Stampin’ Dimensionals over bottom of beer glass.
  7. Add 1 large and 2 Soft Succulent Opal Rounds to background.

Here is a list of ingredients along with the link to take you to my Online Store. By clicking the link, you can see details about the product, or begin shopping. Thank you!

Retiring List Made Easy …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

The Last Chance List is now out and I couldn’t think of an better way to make the Retiring List Easy to use! Here are the retiring products along with the discounted pricing and a picture of the product! Remember, when they are gone … they are gone!

Some of my favorites are on this list … New Horizons, Artfully Layered and designer papers! Who doesn’t love those, especially when many are discounted!! Is YOUR favorite bundle or designer paper here? Time to grab it ….

Let me know if you have any questions, or need help placing your order. Thank you!

Sale: $16.20

Price: $18.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $17.00

Price: $34.00

Sale: $29.50

Price: $59.00

Sale: $17.50

Price: $35.00

Sale: $23.80

Price: $34.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $14.50

Price: $29.00

Sale: $5.25

Price: $7.50

Sale: $14.00

Price: $28.00

Sale: $13.50

Price: $27.00

Sale: $27.30

Price: $39.00

Sale: $14.00

Price: $28.00

Sale: $16.50

Price: $33.00

Sale: $4.50

Price: $5.00

Sale: $14.50

Price: $29.00

Sale: $5.00

Price: $10.00

Sale: $15.50

Price: $31.00