He’s The Man Suite

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With Father’s Day just around the corner, I have the perfect suite for the man in your life. I am thrilled to share the NEW “He’s the Man” product suite with you today. This suite includes the He’s All That bundle, the He’s The Man Specialty Designer Paper and the Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots!

You can use these products together to make creative projects, cards, scrapbook pages and more. You can also make labels and tags in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Let’s learn a little more about this suite. Join me and let’s check out the video now …

Vintage style gets a fresh look with the wonderful images in the He’s the Man Suite. The eclectic range of imagery has something for everyone in your life! Whether you know a car enthusiast, a dapper dude, or a great backyard cook, you can create throwback cards with the images designed in a modern-vintage style.

Let’s take a look at the replay of a Facebook Live I did with the He’s the Man Suite …

Making cards is easy when the designer paper is has coordinating die cuts included … I already have another pack on order!!

Here is the card we made with the He’s the Man Specialty Designer paper with Die Cuts ….

I have a STAMPIN’ TIP to share with you … The more I moved around the die cut sheets, some of the images began to come off, so I took the clear cellophane jacket that the dies are enclosed in and tucked all my die cuts and embellishments in there so I don’t loose any.

The card was just tooooo simple to create … I need to play with the stamp set and dies next. How about a class??

Thank you for stopping by today. Have a great day!! I have the supply list of items listed below for your convenience.

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 ❤

Simple Layouts to Stunning with the Hues of Happiness Suite

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m so happy to share last night’s LIVE with you and my two “finished” cards! lol I did find all my adhesive … under my laptop! Who put that there … LOL!! Oh my gosh, sometimes I can’t believe myself.

I’ll be sharing a simple layout that you can use as inspiration to create beautiful cards using the Hues of Happiness Suite … it’s time to cut into that designer paper!

Let’s watch the video first, ready? Let’s Get Started ….

My Very Vanilla card has a card base of 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″ and we are creating in the vertical / portrait orientation. The card front is 4″ x 5-1/4″ and embossed with the Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder. I did pop the entire card front up to create a little drama! You’re going to love it …

You can see I also layered the die cut flowers around our “Brushed Gold” specialty paper that I cut into a ring using the Layering Circle Dies. You can use any combination of colors with this layout … and the Hues of Happiness designer paper gives you many choices!

I finished off the card be embellishing it with the Gilded Gems …

The next card has the same dimensions as the first card … the Basic White card front of designer paper was also cut the same, and so was our gold ring. For this card we are using the horizontal / landscape orientation. I did this just to show you that the orientation does not have to change your layout …

I embellished with the Brass Butterflies this time and aligned them in my “triangle” layout … remember, that draws your eye around the card. I also decided to add a greeting as the white ties into the card base and balances it out. The greeting was stamped in Coastal Cabana which coordinates with the darker of the two flowers.

I love all the texture this card has … so pretty! Take a peek at the inside of the card, that is where I used that “partial” rose, remember to die cut them too and keep them to use inside the card or on your envelope.

I hope you enjoyed today’s cards and video … please feel free to share these with your friends. That is the best form of flattery!

Thank you for hangin’ out with me. Have a beautiful day.

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 ❤

Hues of Happiness Designer Paper

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today we are going to revisit the Hues of Happiness … this suite is so gorgeous and is designed so that we can create using a multitude of techniques and fun folds. I will be sharing more with you this week, and will be announcing a class during my Tuesday Night LIVE on my Facebook page!

I’m highlight the designer paper again today (You can see more HERE) with a great layout you can use at any time.

With some layering and two different patterns of designer paper, you can create this beautiful card with ease. The first layer is embossed with the Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder … I love this background as this designer paper is worthy of a painting!!

I chose the floral pattern and a “brushstroke” pattern … now you know why I embossed the back drop with the Painted Texture embossing folder. The play so well together! Each piece of designer paper is matted in black to really make it pop.

The greeting comes from the stamp set included in the bundle and I used the Everyday Label punch to trim the ends and give the mat a little twist to it. I embellished the tag and card with the Classic Mat Dots in black. Try this simple layout using the amazing Hues of Happiness Designer paper or one of your favorite papers, you’ll love how easy it is, and how good it looks.

Thank you for joining me today, and I hope you join me tonight on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page for a LIVE demonstration!

Have a great day ~

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 ❤

Simply Sunday: A Million Thanks

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~ First, I would like to wish all the Mom’s out there (Mom’s, Grandma’s, Greats, and mama’s to fur babies) a very Happy Mother’s Day!

Today, I’d like to introduce you to a very special card kit (as kits are just about as easy as paper crafting can get) … the A Million Thanks Card Kit. Say “thank you” in style and dazzle with layers of dimensions with the versatile A Million Thanks Kit!

This kit has everything you need to create beautiful, all-occasion cards to express your gratitude. Mix & match card bases, sentiments, pre-cut die pieces, and embellishments to create expertly crafted cards with ease. This kit is just what your collection needs …

Kit Includes:

  • A Million Thanks Photopolymer Stamp Set
  • Acrylic Stamp Block
  • Classic Stampin’ Spot: Evening Evergreen 
  • Pre-designed projects 
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Pre-cut pieces (No prep work! Get right to crafting)
  • Makes 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs 
  • UV coating on card bases (looks like clear embossing)
  • Folded card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm) 
  • 9 pre-printed envelopes 
  • Enough adhesive to complete projects 
  • Printed die-cut sheets
  • 1 sheet of adhesive-backed black dot embellishments
  • A 9-7/8″ x 6-1/2″ x 2-3/4″ (25.1 x 16.5 x 7 cm) printed designer box for storage or crafting on the go

Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Blushing Bride, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Mossy Meadow, Pale Papaya, Pear Pizzazz 

And here is a glimpse of your exclusive stamp set …

If you are new to stamping / paper crafting, kits are perfect for beginners because they have pretty much all you need to start … they also make perfect gifts! Kit’s are also great for those of us who do not a lot of space to craft in, or for the rest of us who just need some quick cards on hand … and Thank You cards are always needed.

Here is the link if your ready to get crafting with this amazing kit CLICK HERE!

Thank you so much for stopping by.

Have a beautiful day ~

Introducing the Sun Prints Suite

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am thrilled to share the NEW “Sun Prints” product suite with you today. This suite includes the Nature’s Prints bundle, the Sun Prints Designer Paper and the Fern 3D Embossing Folder!

Let’s take a look at the video now …

Here is a card a made with the products from the Sun Prints suite of products ….

You begin by using the Sun Prints Designer Paper and the beautiful embossing on the Basic White cardstock using the Fern using the 3D embossing folder. Then we have a few more layers of designer paper. The fern and greeting were stamped in Starry Sky one of our newest In Colors and then adorned with the Glossy Dots Assortment.

I hope you enjoyed a Peek into the new Sun Prints Suite with you… can’t wait to share even more or host a class!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLIES … If you liked the products , 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 ❤

Stampin’ Retreat Attendee Swap & More

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’ve got my video back and the top three Swap Cards … My guests who participate in the Attendee Swap are entered into a contest to WIN a Gift Certificate you shop the Stampin’ Up! catalogs!! Win Win 🙂 They make enough cards for everyone participating … one for the board (me) and one for our helper. We all go home with more great cards. They also do the voting … but cards are placed in a paper bag so no one can see who made which card. It’s so fun!!

I have the replay of the FACEBOOK LIVE that will show you the other Attendee Swap Cards (in no particular order).

Let’s take a look at the video now …

We had a tie for third place … our two purple cards. Oh my, they are both so beautiful. I’m not sharing supplies / dimensions and such for any of the cards. Just sharing the beauty.

The cards were made my Jennifer (right) and Karie (left). These cards are both stunning!! Now you will see why I don’t vote ….

Second place was Kellie and her tulip card … Who wouldn’t want to receive this beautiful tulip card for your birthday.

Hang on to your hat … this card is going to blow you away. This card was created by Sandy and it is absolutely stunning!

I hope you enjoyed my little PEEK into my Annual Stamping Retreat … and the exciting new products and the amazing Starter Kit promotion. Please let me know if you have questions about anything you saw on my post.

Have a wonderful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLIES … If you liked the products , 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

What’s NEW at Stampin’ Up!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

A bit of some technical difficulty with my video last night so I will share that along with the Attendee Swap cards from my Stampin’ Retreat with you tomorrow! Today I’d like to share what new & happening at Stampin’ Up!

This post is not complete and I apologize … The format is not letting me add pictures or video’s at this time and I have to go to work! lol I promise to share more once I get this all figured out.

In Color Starter Kit 

Promotion Dates: 3–31 May 2022

  • New demonstrators can select any standard eligible Stampin’ Up! products up to the $125 value for just $99!!
  • The Starter Kit includes business resources like catalogues, brochures, order forms, and postcards (business supplies)
  • The Starter Kit also includes $66.50 of FREE 2022–2024 In Color products: the In-Color Grid Paper, In-color Cardstock Collection, In-Color Ink Pad Collection and In-Color 6 x 6 Designer Series Assortment.
  • New team members who join Stampin’ Up! get to be a part of our amazing community of crafters. Plus, they get to enjoy sharing simple and fun crafting experiences with others, early access to products, and exclusive access to training events.
  • PLUS … A FREE Paper Pumpkin is included in your kit!
  • That’s a total of over $210 worth of product for ONLY $99!!! Whether you are looking for a discount on your purchases, making a little extra money, or are looking to build something more … Now is a great time to join Stampin’ Up! and MY Team of Stars!! Contact me or CLICK HERE if you’re ready!

I will contact you as soon as I am notified that you have joined my team! Then we can chat about how you want to explore Stampin’ Up! … the benefits, the opportunities, and more.

Hope you have a wonderful day.

Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Linda

Stampin’ Retreat Friday Night Fun

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Once my guests settled into their rooms and meet the other guests, we sit down to dinner. This Friday we did something different … A Picnic Style dinner! Brats and Hamburgers with buns and fixin’s, Potato Salad, Seafood Salad and Chips.

Once we are done eating … we head to the stamp room. The table is set up with all their projects, dimensionals and embellishments! And a “treat” is a must. I used the Mini Jam Jars (now retired) and filled them with Old Fashioned Lemon Drops.

I will share one card from each of our stamp sessions, as I believe the rest should be only for my retreat guests. We’d love for you to join us, because the pictures do not do the retreat justice! The Friday Night stamp session highlighted the “RAINBOW OF HAPPINESS” Bundle.

This card pays homage to the song “You are my Sunshine” …. Thus the Merrry Melody 3-D Embossing Folder. The Rainbow was stamped with Flirty Flamingo, Highland Heather, Pool Party, and Daffodil Delight … they were inked up, stamped off and then stamped onto the Basic White front. Then fully inked, the “rays” were inked up with Pool Party and stamped over the Pool Party band that was stamped off. Add a little Wink of Stella for a bit of sparkle.

The sun was created using the “Sharing Sunshine” stamp set (now retired) using the same “stamping off the ink” technique. How cute is this! So much fun and texture on one card.

When our stamping session is over, we head back into the house for some treats, but first a stop into their room to find a special gift ….

I want my guests to feel special … I want to give them the same feeling I get when I am on an Incentive Trip, because, if it’s wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t be on those trips. They are so special to me … I wish everyone could come!

Thank you for joining me today, I appreciate your time. Have a wonderful day.

I’ll be going LIVE on my Facebook page tonight at 6:30 pm Central Time… Hope to see you there.

Back Home from our Stampin’ Retreat

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am so full of gratitude for the amazing weekend we had for our Annual Spring Stamping Retreat! The weather was windy and rainy but it always seemed to clear when we had to go outside … a true sign if you ask me!

I have a peek into our stamping retreat for you … I will share a bit more in the coming days as well. I will begin with the door tags … Each guest has a name tag on their door so they know which room the will be staying in and they are free to take it home with them. They can easily pop the name off and turn it into a card!

This was created using the Heart and Home Suite of products … The “theme” for our retreat. The Heart and Home designer paper, Flowers Of Home Dies, Heart & Home Doilies in Basic Grey, the White 3/4″ Frayed Ribbon which comes from the Artfully Composed suite (pg.32 in Mini), the 1/8″ Cotton Ribbon in Petal Pink which is layered over and the Petal Pink cardstock embossed with the Thanks & Hello Embossing Folders all layered onto a Basic Grey base. I printed each guest’s name onto Basic White Cardtock (from my computer) and punched it out using the Tailored Tag Punch (retiring today).

The cup is a food safe cup that has retired from the Stampin’ Up! catalog … I decorated it with the Heart and Home Designer Series paper … to do this, I took apart one of the cups, and traced the outside onto designer paper and cut it out to make my wrap!! They were so cute!

The cover was created using Evening Evergreen cardstock, die cut with the Layering Circle Dies and embossed with the NEW 3-D Fern Embossing Folder. My “greeting” to my guests comes from the NEW Nature’s Prints Stamp set from our Sun Prints Suite … pg. 90 & 91. WOW!!

As my guests come into the dining room, over the fireplace …. they find what I call my Mantle Gifts! Each retreat I decorate the mantle with a hand crafted gift that they get to take home at the end of the retreat. These are actual “pocket cards” and a seed packet was tucked inside to they have a “living” remembrance of our retreat. Each seed packet is adorned with a flower … which is actual chocolate! We all know how good chocolate and stamping go together!

Here is a closer look ….

The card was created from one sheet of Very Vanilla … I created my own pattern for this. From the left over piece of vanilla, I stamped and punched (Label Me Lovely Punch) my greeting which come from one of my favorite sentiment stamp sets: Peaceful Moments. The pretty die cut flowers come from the Hand-Penned Petals bundle.

The “sentiments” on my gifts are carefully picked to show my thoughts and gratitude to my guests for choosing to spend their time with me at my Annual Retreats … I want to create an atmosphere of fun, relaxation and camaraderie. (noun: camaraderie: mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.)

Road to my Spring Stampin’ Retreat …

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m heading up to meet my Stampin’ Friends for our Annual Spring Stamping Retreat. I’ve got beautiful cards planned … which includes a “FUN FOLD” during each Stampin’ Session! I’m excited to meet our new stampers and can’t wait to welcome back some of the regulars.

Here is a look at our beautiful house and grounds ….

I’m hoping to share part of our retreat LIVE on my Facebook page … CLICK HERE to get to the page, and make sure you like and follow! We are in “another” new stamping room so I’ll try to share it with you.  

Our stamp session is full of fun, giggles, catching up, making new friends, snackin’ and of course some amazing stamping projects! 

Thank you for checking out my blog today … Have a great day!

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Throwback Thursday: Daisy Garden in Gold

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a card from the Daisy Garden stamp set, and it’s stunning in gold! I embossed the Daisy Garden in Gold on Very Vanilla cardstock. Let me just say, sometimes simplicity can be stunning …

I matted the embossed image with the Gold Foil paper (4″ x 5-1/5″) which really highlights the gold daisies. This front is attached to the Very Vanilla Base (8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ and scored at 4-1/4″). Heat embossing is the technique that attracted me into stamping!

The greeting comes from the upcoming “Celebrating You” stamp set … it will be available January 4th in the Mini Catalog, as will the beautiful Brushed Brass Butterflies! I die cut the greeting with the Tasteful Labels dies …

I added a strip of the beautiful Gold Shimmer Ribbon that can be found in the current Mini that expires on January 3rd. So today … you got to see something new, with something in our annual catalog. I like utilizing my stamps and accessories from both catalogs.

Thank you for joining me today. Enjoy your day ~

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

SNEAK PEEK: He’s The Man Suite

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am thrilled to share the NEW “He’s the Man” product suite with you today. This suite includes the He’s All That bundle, the He’s The Man Specialty Designer Paper and the Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots!

I have the replay of last nights FACEBOOK LIVE that will show you the entire suite including each sheet of the handsome “He’s the Man” Specialty Designer Paper.

Let’s take a look at the video now …

We had so much fun last night creating the card together! It’s easy when the designer paper is has coordinating die cuts included … I already have another pack on order!! You will be able to order any of these products when the catalog goes LIVE on May 3rd.

Here is the card we made with the He’s the Man Specialty Designer paper with Die Cuts ….

I have a STAMPIN’ TIP to share with you … The more I moved around the die cut sheets, some of the images began to come off, so I took the clear cellophane jacket that the dies are enclosed in and tucked all my die cuts and embellishments in there so I don’t loose any.

The card was just tooooo simple to create … I need to play with the stamp set and dies next. How about a class?? Would you be interested in that … I could do an in home for sure, and virtual for those interested.

I hope you enjoyed my SNEAK PEEK into the He’s the Man Suite … can’t wait to share even more with you!

Sharing Rainbows of Happiness …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Are you one of those people who runs for the camera or grab your phone when you see a rainbow? Me too!! Who doesn’t like rainbows … they portray happiness and good luck, so doesn’t that sound like the perfect card to send someone.

Add a little sunshine and rainbows to your life with this beautiful set of products, but don’t delay … this bundle is “RETIRING” and will be gone soon.

I fell in love with all the different ways you can make cards with this bundle. Look at all they layers, fun and bling!! It’s just a bundle of smiles and happiness 🙂

Thank you for the visit today!! Hope to see you tonight for my FACEBOOK LIVE … I will be giving you a SNEAK PEEK of the “HE’S THE MAN” Product Suite. CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Happy Tuesday … Let’s have a great day!

Butterfly Brilliance Birthday Card Tutorial

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Hope you enjoyed your weekend … I know, I was AWOL … Missing in Action … I was taking a break and spending some time with my Great Grandsons. I haven’t seen them in almost 2 years so it was a very special time, and the weather here was great!

Today I have a sweet birthday card to share with you that features the Butterfly Brilliance stamp set … I am ready to see my yard filled with butterflies! This card was created by fellow demonstrator Charlet Brooks Mallett. I hope you are enjoyed the “Tutorial Week” … this will be the last (since I missed Saturday) … but I’ll be back with my own creations and some sneak peeks for you this week!

Let’s check out Charlet’s Butterfly Brilliance card ….

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Basic White 4.25 x 11” folded to 4.25” x 5.5”
  • Layer #2: Fluid 100 Watercolor paper 3.25” x 4.5”

Instructions:

  • Cut and score card base. Fold in half.
  • Emboss front half of card base using Brick & Mortar 3D Embossing folder.
  • Wet a 3.25” x 4.5” piece of Fluid 100 Watercolor paper.
  • Using a water brush lay in So Saffron ink on top half of Fluid 100 paper.
  • Using a water brush lay in Soft Sea Foam ink on bottom half of Fluid 100 paper. Let two ink bleed/blend together. Let dry.
  • Stamp the butterfly background onto the dry watercolor paper using Soft Sea Foam ink.
  • Center and mount to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Stamp butterfly image in Tuxedo Black ink onto Basic White Cardstock. Die cut butterflies using die. Pull aside medium butterfly image. See card to see exact butterfly.
  • Color medium butterfly using So Saffron Stampin’ Blends.
  • Add Wink of Stella to So Saffron butterfly wings.
  • Take a 4” piece of gold elegant trim. Fold in half, unravel ends of trim and adhere to back of butterfly. See card for detail view.
  • Adhere assembled butterfly to card front using Stampin’ Dimensionals. Align on top of stamped butterfly that is on watercolor paper.
  • Stamp Happy Birthday on ½” x 2.5” piece of Basic White Cardstock in Tuxedo Black ink.
  • Tuck greeting under right butterfly wing and adhere to cardfront using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Add three gold sequins to card front. See card for placement.

Thank you so much for coming back to join me today.

Have a wonderful day ~

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

Cactus Cuties Card Tutorial

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

What a little cutie I have for you today … Cactus Cutie that is. This card was created by fellow demonstrator Anne Marie Hile. I hope you are enjoying “Tutorial Week” and that you get the opportunity to see other styles from some very talented demonstrators. I love being part of this creative group.

This fun designer paper comes from the Abstract Beauty Specialty Designer Series paper …. Anne’s color choices make this card so happy and fun!

Measurements: 

  • Card Base: Night of Navy 4-1/4” x 11, scored at 5-1/2”
  • Cardstock #1: Magenta Madness 4” x 5-1/4”
  • DSP #1: Basic White 3-7/8” x 5-1/8”
  • Cardstock #2: Daffodil Delight 3-7/8” x 2”
  • Cardstock #3: Magenta Madness 2-1/4” x 5/8”
  • Cardstock #4: Basic White 2-3/4” x 2-3/4”, for die cut circle
  • Cardstock #5: Vellum 3” x 3”, for die cut circle 
  • Scrap of Magenta Madness & Basic White Cardstock for stamping and punched images

Instructions:

  • Fold the Night of Navy card base in half and burnish the fold.
  • Emboss the Daffodil Delight Cardstock with the polka dot embossing folder.
  • Adhere the embossed Daffodil Delight Cardstock to the DSP about 3/4” from the       bottom.
  • Adhere the DSP layer to the Magenta Madness Cardstock, then adhere to the Night of Navy card base.
  • Using the Layering Circles Dies, cut a 2-5/8” circle from Basic White Cardstock and a 2-7/8” circle from Vellum Cardstock. Adhere the two circles together with Stampin’ Seal (or glue) and then adhere to the card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals. 
  • On a scrap of Basic White Cardstock, stamp the cactus in Soft Succulent ink and the pot in Basic Gray ink. Fussy-cut the cactus image, then punch out the pot with the    Cactus Builder Punch and adhere to the circle with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • On a scrap of Magenta Madness Cardstock, punch out two small flowers with the    Cactus Builder Punch and adhere to the card with Mini Glue Dots. Accent the flowers with Wink of Stella.
  • Stamp the sentiment on the strip of Magenta Madness Cardstock in Night of Navy ink and adhere to the card with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • Tie a bow using the Denim Ribbon and adhere to the card using a Mini Glue Dot.
  • Add three navy Holiday Rhinestone Basic Jewels (one medium, two small) to the card front as shown.

The weekend is here and I hope you have a wonderful day.

Thank you for stopping by ~

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