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Guest Stamper: Olivia H.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

How are you on this fine Monday?  If your from Wisconsin or the surrounding states, then you were in the path of a very white weather pattern.  Here was our Sunday …

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This was taken from my kitchen window on Sunday afternoon (nope, I wasn’t even outside) after I got home from work. Yes, I went in on my day off.  It would have been a great day to be in my Stampin’ Studio making cards!

Speaking of cards ….

I’d like to share another card from our Holiday Retreat Attendee Swap that was created by Olivia.

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Olivia used the “Reason for the Season” stamp set from our annual catalog.  CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Banners are all the rage right now in stamping, and Olivia used them to highlight her poinsettia and greeting. Clever!

I love poinsettia’s so you know this set is in my stamp collection.  I also like the script for the greetings, it’s kind of old fashions so it gives your card that neat nostalgic look, and isn’t that part of the Holiday feeling … our memories from Christmas’ past.

Thank you so much for joining me today.  I will be back tomorrow with a “Two for Tuesday” since I missed my Sunday post.

Stay warm and have a wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Kathie D.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Back today as promised with the second of my two “Pine” cards, also from our Annual Holiday Stamping Retreat Attendee Swap.

This card is from Kathie, who has been stamping with me for over 12 years!! Time flies when you’re having fun.  Here is Kathie’s card …

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Can I just say that I’m glad that I don’t vote for these attendee swaps!! We had some remarkable cards and I would have had a very hard time picking my favorite.

Kathie created her focal point by framing her pines with the Oval Framelits … I see a touch of the Gold Wink of Stella on the pinecones. She used the Woodland embossing folder to add some texture to her card.

To complete the card she anchored it with three brads. I can’t say it enough … I’m glad I don’t have to vote.

Both of the cards that Kathie and Peggy made were beautiful.

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Thank you for coming back to check out my post today, I will be back tomorrow with my Simply Sunday – and of course, I will be sharing more from the Holidays.

Have a warm and wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Peggy

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Thank you for your patience … Cross your fingers that this computer holds out till January! lol

I meant to post to beautiful cards today, but I was only able to get one of the cards ready for the blogs.  Don’t worry … I’ll post it tomorrow (with a little luck & a prayer)!

Both cards are from the Pines stamp set that is discontinued, but I know many of my stampin’ friends have this set and would love to see these awesome cards.  Today’s card was created by Peggy – she is from Oklahoma and has attended my last two stamping retreats!

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The card is simple, but highlights the stamp set beautifully.  The technique used here is call the “Spotlighting” technique.  It’s when you stamp your image and then stamp again on a smaller piece of cardstock, mat the smaller piece and place it over the top of the original stamped image to “spotlight” or highlight that section of the card.

The pinecone is painted with a touch of the “Wink of Stella” so it shimmers in the light. I’m sure you’ve heard the term … Less is More, and in this case I believe that to be true.  Any additional stamping on this card other than the greeting would have just taken away from the card.

Thanks for stopping by and don’t forget to come back tomorrow to see Kathie’s “Pine” card.

Have an awesome day~

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Check out the Chalkboard Technique …

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, Techniques, VIDEO by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a short video for you to watch that shows you how easy it is to do the Chalkboard Technique.  There are several ways to do it … you can choose which works best for you.

Supplies for this technique are very basic … Black Cardstock, White Craft Ink and your favorite stamp set. Let’s watch the video and then I’ll share my card with you ~

Our trainer Andrea shared in the video that you could also emboss with this technique, that is actually my preferred way to do the Chalkboard technique. I emboss white on white … White embossing powder with the White Craft Ink, then I use the Embossing Buddy for that chalky look!

Here is a card that we did at one of my Stamp-a-Stack events using the chalkboard technique.

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I would love to see what you’ve come up with.  Share it on my facebook page or by e-mail / lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

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

Have a wonderful day ~

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Simply Sunday: Hang Your Stockings!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a cute project for you that is just meant to gather the family around the table. We’re making gift tags!! Pull out the BigShot, the Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies and the Hang your Stocking stamp set, and let the fun begin.

I started with 3 base colors … Real Red, Whisper White and Emerald Envy. Cut your cardstock in half so you have 2 – 5-1/2″ by 8-1/2″ pieces. Now place your cardstock into the cutter with the 8-1/2″ length across – cut into 4 – 2″ strips.  You’ll get 8 tag bases from 1 sheet of cardstock.

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I punched the end of the tag with the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch and then embossed the tags with Elegant Dots, Lucky Stars and the new Holly embossing folders to create some texture on the tags… gotta love that texture.

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When cutting the stockings … I cut several of each style in different colors and then just mixed & matched them to create fun, festive stockings. The greetings all come from the “Hang your Stocking” stamp set as well as the holly leaves cut with the thinlits and rhinestones to embellish the tags.

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Just so you know … the Christmas Stocking Thinlits are on SALE for 30% Off … if you want the coordinating stamp set, with the Sale it is a better deal than the bundle!!  Wooo Hoool

Hope I spread a little inspiration to not only create but to gather the family or your friends and spend some time creating these cute little tags. Tis the season!

Have a wonderful Sunday … and thank you for stopping by.

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Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies

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Create a mantelpiece full of die-cut Christmas stockings with the Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies and the Big Shot.

Thinlits Dies help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle.

* 17 dies
* Largest image: 2-3/4″ x 2-13/16″ (7 x 7.1 cm)
* Use with Big Shot
* Use Precision Base Plate with detailed images

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Holiday Crafting Fun …

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, 3-D Projects, Christmas by

Happy Saturday Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m really getting in the mood for the Holidays! I’m planning my projects for our December Technique Clubs and a little something special because each group is having a Christmas Party as well. That’s means a little decorating too …

One of the items I’m decking out my table with is the “Forever Evergreen” project kit. While we were at our Holiday Retreat, two lovely ladies, Kris and Tatjana put them together for me!! This was Tatjana’s first retreat … she is an exchange student from Belgium.

These two ladies have never met before but stamping & the retreat brought them together – and that is my core reason for being a Stampin’ Up Demonstrator! If you took away my stampin’ friends and the only way I could get sales was on-line … I wouldn’t stay.  I treasure the friendships I have built and the friendships built between my ladies because we gathered around a table to stamp!! Love all you ladies ❤  The past 16 years have been awesome and I’m looking forward to another 16 years!

 

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I invite you to grab a cup of coffee and watch this video with me … See for yourself how kits make for easy creativity! 

 

The “Forever Evergreen” project Kit is ON SALE during our OnLine Extravaganza!

Decorate your mantelpiece or table with festive trees and seasonal decorations. This kit makes three trees in two sizes—one 13″ (33 cm) tall, two 11″ (27.9 cm) tall—each individually trimmed with handmade ornaments.

Thanks for stopping by, I hope you have a lovely day.

 

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Need Gift Ideas?

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, Gift Giving ideas by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Need something for a last-minute neighbor, coworker, or holiday party gifts this season? Then you’ll like to check out the Here’s to Cheers Stamp Set and Cheerful Tags Framelits Dies. They combine to create cute tags to embellish a bottle of wine, gift card, plate of treats, or pretty much any gift.

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When you buy the stamp set and dies in a bundle, they’ll save 10%!

What would you create with these stamps and dies?  I’d love to hear from you.

Thank you for stopping by …

Have a nice day.

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Simply Sunday: A Merry Christmas

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry for the delay … I don’t think I”m going to get the option of waiting until January to get my new computer!

But let’s get to the fun part!!  Yesterday you got a chance to see the new November 2016 Paper Pumpkin and as promised I am going to show you a little bit different version!

It’s always fun to open up the box each month and discover what resides inside!  I was happy to see the beautiful die cuts, but loved that we got 2 stampin’ spots and a really nice stamp set!

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Not sure if you could tell by the video yesterday, but these are “Note Card”size cards, which are perfect for gift giving, but if you’d like to turn these into beautiful cards to send … I have a simple answer for you.

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I simply added a Island Indigo mat to the layered card (skipped the vellum) and embossed the 1/2 of what used to be the card!  I then mounted that onto a Pool Party card base. I chose the Island Indigo mat to coordinate with my greeting.

There’s nothing simpler than Paper Pumpkin, even it you are changing it up a bit!

Sign up today with a 3-month (or more) paid subscription and get a FREE cute little Paper Pumpkin tote from me! It holds 2 Paper Pumpkin kits easily so you can grab them a go to a friends to stamp, I love stamping with others…. it’s just more FUN!

Thanks for taking time out of your Sunday to visit with me…

Have a wonderful day!

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Wonderful Winterland …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We’ve teased you long enough, and shown you the outside of the new Paper Pumpkin box, now it’s time to open it up and let the fun escape!

 

The weather outside is wonderful! It’s time to get cozy by the fireplace with some hot chocolate and the Wonderful Winterland Kit. With gently falling flurries and houses nestled on the hillsides, this picturesque project is sure to warm your heart. The kit includes all the supplies you need to make eight cards and spread.

Thanks for checking out my blog …

Stop back tomorrow and check out what I’ve done with this cute kit!

Have a great day.

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Guest Stampers: Trio of Christmas Stockings

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, Guest Stamper, Holiday Retreat, HOLIDAYS by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share with you some more of our Swap Cards from the Holiday Retreat. Our swaps are done by our guests, and when they swap they are entered into the card contest and a chance to win a Gift Certificate from me. It’s a lot of fun, and the best part about swapping … you get to go home with that many more cards!!

All three of the cards I’m sharing with you today were made with the “Hang Your Stockings” Stamp set and Christmas Stockings Thinlits Dies.  This is one you can bundle and Save 10% on.

Let’s begin with Linda S.  This was her first retreat but you would never have guessed it by her swap. 

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She used the Christmas Stocking Thinlits die to create both the stocking and the greeting. These are highlighted by having the beautiful designer paper behind it. You’ll find several great patterns in the “Warmth & Cheer” Designer Series Paper Stack.

Our next guest stamper is Marge G.  Marge has attended all of our Holiday Retreats only missing the Spring because she was a little snowbird.

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Marge started her card with the “This Christmas” Designer paper that can be found in the Annual Catalog (our big one) not the Holiday catty.  Marge also used the thinlits to create her card, and then she added a little sponging to really make it pop!  Don’t you love how she used the snowflake cut out from the stocking on her card … no wasted space here. 

The last of the stocking cards was created by Abby H.   This was Abby’s first retreat and she was also our youngest guest (her Mom & Sister have been here many times before).  We have several Mother / Daughter attendee’s … it is a great getaway to have fun together and bond.

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Abby not only used the thinlits, but she stamped her stockings! Now we get to see how cute the coordinating stamp set is, and what a nice job Abby did stamping and creating her card.  They are all lined up with the Brick background and ready for Santa!

For me … Everyone is a winner because they get to go home with extra cards and each card has a different style than your own.  Oh yes, and I get to keep a set … THANK YOU LADIES!!

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I hope you have enjoyed the trio of stocking cards today, and that it inspires you to grab that ink, pick up your stamps and begin having some “you” time and releasing your creativity!

Thanks for stopping by …

Have a great day!

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Guest Stamper: Connie C.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today’s guest stamper is “Connie Collins” … she is one of our Artisan Team members, and this card was featured on Stampin’ Up!s GET INSPIRED Blog. (Clear here to view full post)

My main reason for sharing Connie’s beautiful card is that she has featured the new Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies (item 145372)

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The sentiment on this card was stamped using the Tin of Tags Stamp Set (item 142180) and die cut using one of the circles in the Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies. Then she placed it on a scalloped circle from the Layering Circles Framelits (item 141705) before attaching it to my card. Notice how the Layering Circles, Layering Squares (item 141708), and Layering Ovals (item 141706) Framelits Dies work perfectly with the Stitched Shapes Framelits.

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The greeting comes from the  “Tin of Tags” stamp set, and is one of those that are currently 25% off!  I have the list here of all the stamp sets that are discounted… they coordinate with the new Stitched Shape Framelits.

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Online Extravaganza Starts November 21

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In less than two weeks, you can save up to 40% on select products during Online Extravaganza. Not only are there amazing deals to be had during this one-week only, online super sale running November 21-28, it’s the perfect time to stock up on holiday gifts for family and friends! This year’s Online Extravaganza will include 24-hour sales on the first and last day of the promotion, featuring special product discounts only available that day. Full details on items included as part of Online Extravaganza will be available on November 17 so make sure to check back for more information.

Let me know if you have any questions with the specials listed, and thanks for checking out my blog post today.

Have yourself a beautiful day.

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Guest Stamper: Cindy C.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have a treat for you today! As some of you know, I love to share my Swap Cards with you and today is no different. This swap card comes from our Annual Holiday Retreat “Attendee” swap!!

These ladies make the most awesome cards so they must be shared. Today our guest stamper is Cindy C.  Cindy is also in my Thursday Night Technique Club so I know her well.  Sorry that the original post said our stamper was Cheryl.

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Cindy is using the “Greetings from Santa” bundle which includes the stamp set and the “Detailed Santa Thinlits Dies”.  The die makes this card very easy to create.

I just love the Red Glimmer Paper used behind Santa and the pop of black which is signature to Santa’s belt and boots! You can’t not be “HAPPY” when you get a beautiful card like Cheryl’s!

Thank you for stopping by and checking out the card share today.

I hope you have a wonderful Monday!

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Star of Light Trio of Cards …

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Christmas, HOLIDAYS, Product Wow, Stampin' Retreats by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

First let me say “Happy Veterans Day” … a big THANK YOU to all our current and past military men and women who put their lives on the line, and those who sacrificed their lives so that we can enjoy the freedoms here at home. I ❤ U.

Today I want to share 3 beautiful cards that we made at our Annual Holiday Stamping Retreat featuring one of my favorite stamp sets from the Holiday Catalog … the Star of Light stamp set and Thinlits.

At Retreat and all my stamping events …. it is my mission to show the versatility of the stamp sets or bundles. Here we went from a simple card to beautiful elegance …

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Let’s begin with the center card, created using Elegant Eggplant and Wisteria Wonder. Simple but pretty and it highlights the stamps, ink and greetings with just a touch of bling to draw your eye to the focal point of the card, the star.

The card on the left uses Pool Party and Island Indigo a fun color combination turned elegant when we sponged the background and used the Silver Foil paper for our star, topped with a beautiful die cut. (This card was cased from a fellow demonstrator) I wish the photo would have reflected the silver so you could see how stunning it really is. We also used the new Metallic Enamel Shapes on the card which works so well with the Silver Foil paper … this was one of our “All attendee Gifts”(also known as Pillow Gifts as they get a package of goodies on their beds as a Thank You for joining us)

Our last card on the right seems to be everybody’s favorite. It was really quite simple to make, but so elegant when done in Very Vanilla and Basic Black.  The Enamel Shapes were also used on this card – the package comes with both Silver and Gold.  The designer paper we used comes from the Annual Catalog called “This Christmas”. It’s a specialty designer paper because it is a little thinner than our normal designer paper… but you get more!!

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I hope you enjoyed today’s card share, I would love it if you would please “LIKE” this post at the bottom if you did, and then tell me which one is your favorite!! The key ingredients to make these cards are listed below.

Thank you for spending a part of your Friday with me …

I hope you have a marvelous day!

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Throwback Thursday: Bring On the Holiday’s

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share a few cards from the last two years that are still pretty relevant … meaning the core ingredients are still available in the catalog. Just sit back, relax and enjoy …

The wreath was always a favorite of mine and who can resist the red glimmer paper for Christmas, so pretty!

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My next card is the simplest of cards yet so pretty. Actually you could use this layout for any occasion, but here we focus on Christmas. We have so many pretty holiday papers to choose from this year, you could really go all out this year.

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I’ve got more of the beautiful glimmer paper for you … this time in silver, and it coordinates so beautifully with the Delicate Ornaments stamp set and framelits. My tops were made with the Silver Foil Paper and then I added a touch more sparkle with the Rhinestones.

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Here is a little gift card holder I created many years ago, but it’s still one of the most popular and requested card when someone purchases a gift certificate from me.

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We made these little gift card holders at our 2015 Holiday Stampin’ Retreat. The a pretty quick to make and a lot of fun to embellish. If you would like the instructions for this “Gift Card Holder” just place an order of $35 or more using the Hostess Code: JPBU2RN4 

Make sure to add your e-mail to your order and I will send it directly to you.  Remember, any orders over $50 will get you a virtual rewards point. (All order amounts are before shipping & handling)

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I would probably be using the Candy Cane Lane product suite, in fact almost any of the holiday stamp sets this year would work great.

Hope you enjoyed the stroll down memory lane … If you have any questions about the products shown today, just leave a message in the comment box, or shoot me an e-mail at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

Thanks so much for joining me,

Hope you have a wonderful day~

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Greetings from the North Pole …

Posted in 2016 Holiday Catalog, Christmas by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

 Today I have a cute card to share with you direct from the Stampin’ Up! home offices …
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Use the Big Shot and Stitched Shapes Framelits to diecut the large square shape out of Whisper White Cardstock. Stamp the greeting in Pool Party ink on the scrap of Soft Sky Cardstock. Trim around the edges.
Stamp the trees in Wild Wasabi ink on the Whisper White square. (Stamp the first tree in the bottom left corner in full strength ink. Then stamp the second tree on the right side of the square without re-inking. Again without re-inking, stamp the third tree in the center.) Stamp the star on top of the final tree in So Saffron ink.
Stamp the reindeer in front of the trees in Chocolate Chip ink. Use the Fine-Tip Glue Pen to “draw” snow on the ground and trees; sprinkle with Dazzling Diamonds Glitter; set aside to dry.
Stamp “ho, ho, ho” greetings and snowflake images in Blushing Bride ink on the Blushing Bride cardstock to create background; adhere Blushing Bride Cardstock to the note card base.
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Wrap the Whisper White Baker’s Twine around the card base; tie a bow at the top.  Adhere the stamped white square to the card base with Stampin’ Dimensionals; adhere the stamped greeting to the white square with Stampin’ Dimensionals. Embellish with Rhinestones.
Thanks for dropping in on my blog today.
Enjoy your day ~
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