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The Hidden Treasures of Clearance Racks: A Crafters Delight

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Hello Stampin’ Friends, Today I’m sharing a few Hidden Treasures on the Clearance Rack. To me, it’s a secret treasure trove just waiting to be discovered. You can find incredible deals on a wide range of your favorite crafting supplies. If you like a deal like me, you know the thrill of finding those hidden gems that can elevate your projects. Today, I want to share some of my current favorites from the clearance rack, and why I believe these items can be used year-round, transcending their initial holiday designs.

The Splendid Day stamp set and coordinating dies are a must-have for any crafter. While they may seem tailored for specific occasions, their versatility knows no bounds. The beautiful floral designs and heartfelt sentiments can be used to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to send a heartfelt message to someone you care about. By selecting different ink colors and paper textures, you can easily adapt these stamps and dies to fit any occasion, whether it’s a spring wedding or a summer garden party.

Candy Cane dies are a must-have in your crafting arsenal, not just for their delightful holiday charm but for their incredible versatility. Don’t you love it when crafting supplies multitask? The tag die in the Candy Cane set is a prime example of this. While it’s designed to hold candy canes during the holidays, it’s also a fantastic tag for any celebration or gift-giving occasion. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or even a simple thank you—you name it, and this tag die can transform your presents into a work of art.

The diagonal background die adds texture and elegance, the tag die suits any celebration, and the leaves bring nature’s beauty to your projects, no matter the season. So, the next time you’re brainstorming crafting ideas, remember the Candy Cane dies—you’ll be surprised at how they can add a touch of magic to your year-round creations.

One of the joys of crafting is the ability to mix and match different elements to create something truly unique. The Bewitching stamp set can be combined with the Candy Cane dies to weave a tapestry of creativity that transcends seasons and occasions… image the possibility.

Shopping the clearance rack is not only a treasure hunt but also a smart way to stretch your crafting budget. The Bewitching stamp set’s presence on the clearance rack is a fantastic opportunity to invest in quality stamps without breaking the bank. The money saved on any of these fabulous finds can be used to stock up on other crafting essentials or explore new creative avenues.

If your looking for some creative ideas, join me tonight at 6:30 pm on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page ….

Thanks for stopping by today and I hope you join me tonight for some tricks -n- treats!

Crafting Holiday Magic: A Merriest Trees Christmas Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

The holiday season will soon be upon us, and what better way to spread some festive cheer than by sending heartfelt Christmas cards to your loved ones? Today, we’re going to create a stunning Christmas card using the Merriest Trees Dies and the Snowflake Magic 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Paper. This card not only captures the spirit of the season but also showcases some must-have products for your holiday crafting collection.

Let’s begin with a piece of Basic White Cardstock for your card base 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ that will be scored at folded at 4-1/4″ . You will also need a card front (white) 5-1/4″ x 4″ and your blending brush with Balmy Blue Classic Ink. Apply a small amount of ink to the brush in a circular motion apply the ink to the card front, this will create a soft glow for behind your tree.

Now, it’s time to bring out the star of the show: the Merriest Trees Dies. Choose a beautiful design from the Snowflake Magic Designer Paper, and die-cut your tree. This paper is ideal for creating intricate and elegant holiday-themed die-cuts.

Carefully place your die-cut tree onto the Balmy Blue background you created earlier. The soft blue glow behind the tree will give it a magical appearance, as if it’s nestled in a snowy forest.

For the finishing touch, let’s add a heartfelt message. The Beary Cute Stamp Set comes to the rescue! I used the “Merry Christmas” to convey my holiday wishes, and stamped onto a scrap piece of cardstock and adhered it near the bottom of the card.

Time to decorate the tree to add your personal touch to the card. Die cut the garland in Balmy Blue that’s included in the Merriest Trees stamp set and add a little sparkle with your Wink of Stella. Lastly you’ll tuck a little Balmy Blue Sparkly ribbon behind the greeting.

Your Merriest Trees Christmas card is now complete and ready to spread holiday joy to your friends and family. Whether you’re sending it in the mail or delivering it in person, your handmade card will surely bring smiles and warmth to those who receive it.

This Merriest Trees Christmas card combines the beauty of Snowflake Magic Designer Paper, the elegance of the Merriest Trees Dies, and the heartfelt sentiment from the Beary Cute Stamp Set. With a touch of Balmy Blue ink, you’ve created a masterpiece that captures the enchantment of the holiday season.

As you embark on your holiday crafting journey, remember that the magic of Christmas lies not only in the materials you use but in the love and thoughtfulness you put into your creations. Happy crafting, and may your holiday season be filled with warmth, joy, and creativity!

Thanks for hangin’ with me today ~

Simply Sunday: A Beary Christmas

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

The Beary Christmas suite shines in the joy of simple, delightful crafting! Today, we’re taking a step back from the complexities of life and crafting to embrace the art of simplicity. We’ll be exploring how to create charming Christmas cards and gift tags effortlessly using the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack in combination with the Beary Christmas Memories Cards & Envelopes by Stampin’ Up!

Before we dive into the crafting magic, let’s talk about what’s included in the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack. This pack is a treasure trove for crafters, especially those seeking an easy and enjoyable creative experience. Inside, you’ll find:

  1. Cards: A variety of beautifully designed, double-sided cards that come in different sizes. These cards feature delightful Christmas-themed artwork, perfect for spreading holiday cheer.
  2. Stickers: An assortment of coordinating stickers that match the card designs. These stickers are great for adding extra flair to your projects.
  3. Journaling Cards: Some cards are designed for journaling or adding personalized messages, making them versatile for different crafting projects.
  4. Memories Cards: These cards are designed for scrapbooking but can be repurposed for other creative endeavors, as you’ll see in our project today.
  5. Coordinating Colors: The color palette in this pack is classic Christmas with shades of red, green, and white.

Now, let’s get to the fun part! When you combine the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack with the Beary Christmas Memories Cards & Envelopes, you can create adorable Christmas cards in no time at all. The pre-scored and pre-folded cards and envelopes make crafting a breeze, especially if you’re new to cardmaking.

Creating Christmas Cards:

  1. Select a Card Base: Start by choosing a Beary Christmas Memories Cards & Envelope as your card base. These cards already have a festive design on the front, saving you time and effort.
  2. Embellish with Memories and More: Pick a Memories and More card or stickers from the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack that complements your card base. You can use double-sided tape or glue to attach these elements.
  3. Personalize: Add a heartfelt message or greeting to the inside of the card using the journaling cards or simply write your own message.
  4. Envelope Decoration: Don’t forget to decorate the envelopes with matching stickers or a touch of your creativity.

But that’s not all; these supplies aren’t just for cards. You can also use them to create easy and charming gift tags for your holiday presents. Here’s how:

  1. Die-Cut Tags: Use the tag die from the Merriest Trees Bundle (or any tag die you prefer) to cut out tags from the Memories Cards or other cardstock in the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack.
  2. Add Festive Touches: Decorate the tags with stickers, additional embellishments, or even some ribbon for that extra holiday charm.
  3. Attach to Gifts: Use a hole punch to make a hole at the top of your tag and thread a ribbon or string through it. Then, attach the tag to your beautifully wrapped gifts.

Crafting doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. With the Beary Christmas Memories and More Card Pack in tandem with the Beary Christmas Memories Cards & Envelopes, you can effortlessly create delightful Christmas cards and gift tags that will bring smiles to your loved ones’ faces. It’s the perfect crafting experience for beginners or anyone seeking a simpler, more joyous way to celebrate the holidays through handmade creations.

So, grab your supplies, put on some holiday tunes, and enjoy the magic of simple crafting this Sunday. Happy crafting! 🎄✨

Celebrate the Season with the Joy of Christmas Suite

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today we will be celebrating the upcoming season with the Joy of Christmas Suite. Many of you are beginning your holiday cardmaking, and what better way to do so than with beautiful handmade Christmas cards? The Joy of Christmas Suite from Stampin’ Up! offers everything you need to create stunning holiday greetings that will warm the hearts of your loved ones.

In this blog post, we’ll focus on two exquisite components of this suite: the Joy of Noel dies and the Joyful 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Paper. I’ll also demonstrate how to make a simple yet elegant Christmas card, embellished with Gold Festive Pearls, using Cherry Cobbler cardstock and Gold Foil. Let’s dive into the world of festive creativity!

The Joy of Noel dies are the perfect addition to your crafting arsenal this holiday season. These intricate dies allow you to effortlessly create stunning holiday-themed designs that will leave a lasting impression. One of the standout features of these dies is the word “Noel,” which adds a touch of elegance to any project.

The Joyful 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Paper is a delightful collection of holiday-themed patterns and designs. With its rich color palette and intricate patterns, this paper is ideal for creating beautiful cards and projects. It includes metallic accents that add a touch of opulence to your creations, making it the perfect choice for your Christmas-themed projects.

  • Cherry Cobbler cardstock (8.5″ x 5.5″, folded in half to create a 4.25″ x 5.5″ card base)
  • Gold Foil (4″ x 5.25″)
  • Joyful 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Paper (3.75″ x 5″)

Using the Joy of Noel dies and a die-cutting machine, cut out the word “Noel” from the Gold Foil. This is a great paper saving technique. Now you can attach the Gold Foil to your Cherry Cobbler Cardbase, and the Joyful Designer paper over that. Using Dimensionals, attach your “NOEL” to the cardfront.

Add Gold Festive Pearls to the card to enhance its elegance. You can place them strategically around the “Noel” die-cut or as you prefer.

With the Joy of Noel dies, Joyful 12 x 12 Specialty Designer Paper, and other coordinating products, you can create beautiful, heartfelt Christmas cards that will bring joy to your loved ones. This simple yet elegant card, adorned with Gold Festive Pearls, is just a glimpse of the endless possibilities this suite offers.

So, gather your supplies, let your creativity shine, and share the magic of Christmas with handmade cards that truly convey the spirit of the season.

Happy crafting ~

Countdown to the Mini Catalog Party: A Week to Remember!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends!

I know I’ve been little MIA lately, but there’s a perfectly good reason for it – I’ve been having a blast with many of you on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page for the Countdown to the Mini Catalog party! It’s been three incredible days filled with creativity, games, prizes, and live demonstrations, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it.

Our party kicked off with a bang, diving straight into the spooky spirit of Halloween. We explored the exciting new products in the Mini Catalog designed for this hauntingly delightful holiday. From whimsical ghosts to eerie pumpkins, there was something for everyone to fall in love with. The comment section was buzzing with ideas and inspiration as we shared our favorite picks and creative tips.

This cute little bag was just one of the products shared during a LIVE demonstration. It comes from the Tricks and Treat Bundle, and includes the die to cut your favorite designer paper. It’s so simple, just cut 2 pieces out, fold on the score lines and glue the small flaps to the sides … then don’t forget to glue the bottom flaps!! And yes, I fussy cut the skeleton and his scaredy cat!!

As we rolled into the second day of the party, our focus shifted from pumpkins to twinkling lights and ornaments. The Mini Catalog’s Christmas-themed products had us all giddy with excitement. We explored festive card designs, handmade gift ideas, and elegant decorations for the holiday season. The virtual party room was filled with the sound of joyful anticipation for the most wonderful time of the year. I have so much to share with you yet.

Till then, let me show you the cute Christmas bag we made using the same bag die …. I used “A Walk in the Forest” Designer paper. The tree is also from the designer paper and was die cut from the Merriest Tree’s Bundle.

The “A Walk in the Forest” Designer paper… Is not just another designer paper, it’s a heartfelt contribution to Stampin’ Up!’s Making A Difference campaign. For every package of this beautiful paper sold, Stampin’ Up! is committed to donating $3 to Toys for Tots. It’s such a wonderful way to make a difference while indulging in our crafting passion. So, when you use this paper for your projects, know that you’re not only adding charm and creativity to your creation but also spreading joy to children in need during the holiday season. What could be more heartwarming than that?

Just when we thought the party couldn’t get any better, I had a little surprise up my sleeve. I announced that I would be turning this fantastic gathering into a Mystery Hostess Party! The excitement in the virtual room reached a fever pitch – what an incredible twist! One lucky participant will get to shop with the party rewards.

Throughout these three days, I was reminded of why I love what I do. Being able to share my passion for stamping and crafting with all of you, my Stampin’ Friends, is an absolute joy. I want to thank each and every one of you for making this Countdown to the Mini Catalog party so special.

But let me tell you a little secret – this won’t be the last surprise you’ll see from me at my parties, events, or retreats. I’m always looking for ways to make our stamping adventures even more memorable, so stay tuned for what’s coming next!

Thanks for joining me today ~

Here is a list of supplies used to create both of my Gift Boxes … All items are available as of this morning 9/7/2023

Simply Sunday: Season of Cheer

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I want to share a simple card that I created in just minutes … the One Horse Open Sleigh designer series paper has so many pretty patterns that the hardest part you’ll have making these cards is trying to pick out which pattern you want to use.

I chose the A-Frame log home with a simple black mat and then secured it to the Cherry Cobbler base. A simple greeting with a few Classic Mat Dots … popped up with our Stampin’ Dimensionals… simple. Pretty. Done.

Hope you enjoyed today’s Simple Season of Cheer card. Thank you for stopping by and enjoy your day.

Most Wonderful Time of Year …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With the heat wave going on, I thought it would be nice to “chill” things out a bit and I’m doing so with some of the One Horse Open Sleigh and Irresistible Blooms On-Line Exclusive items. This card turned out stunning if I do say so myself!

I missed using the beautiful circle die image from the Irresistible Blooms and thought it would work perfect with the gorgeous One Horse Open Sleigh Designer paper… I chose the pattern with the A-Frame home so the die cut would frame the house.

I began with Basic White cardstock and die cut the circle out. Cut my designer paper so that it would “peek through” … I used dimensionals to pop up the white. The left over designer paper was “fussy” cut and glued to the front on my card.

I felt the white was too stark so I used Pool Party and my Blending Brush to soften the difference between the white and the designer paper and noticed how beautifully it enhanced the look of the card. When finished with the brushing, I mounted my card front onto a piece of Pecan Pie to pull the color of the house.

Next, I began the embellishing … first with the Adhesive Backed Snowflakes and then with the Iridescent Rhinestones. I places them on the little circle spots on the die cut.

The greeting I chose “was” from a set in the Clearance Rack but has since sold out … so chose what works best for you. It was stamped in Pool Party and when attached to the front, I attached then entire cardfront / mat onto my Basic White cardbase.

It reminds me of those old fashioned Christmas cards that we all loved, but updated with the beautiful die cut and embellishment.

Thanks for joining me today, and I hope my card took you back to the Most Wonderful Time of Year.

Sparkling Season … Find out how!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to the second card using the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper… I even have another 3″ x 3″ piece left to make another. Yesterday I shared this pretty woodsy card that cold be used for any occasion, I did a birthday card.

I used the Smoky Slate again today but highlighted it with the Mossy Meadow cardstock and ink. Because I am making this a Christmas card, I wanted just a hint of a traditional color… and the Mossy Meadow plays nice against the gray and brown tones of the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper.

Wondering how I got that sparkle background? It also adds some fun texture to the card … I used the Shimmery White Embossing Paste found on page 136 of your Annual Catalog. I used the long Palette Knife to drag it across my cardstock and create my background.

I popped up my 3″ x 3″ piece of the One Horse Open Sleigh designer paper after matting with with a 3-1/8″ x 3-1/8″ piece of Mossy Meadow. I stamped my greeting from the Horse & Sleigh stamp set. I ordered the bundle which includes the dies to save 10% because you’re going to want the dies too.

No fancy punches or dies used for my greeting, just a scrap piece of paper and a diagonal cut using my scissors. I scrap piece of the designer paper in Mossy meadow was tucked behind the greeting to tie into the cardbase and mat.

The photo above that is on an angle really highlights the change in your cardstock when you use the Embossing Paste. It creates a two-tone look and adds that shimmer … so with that, I added a snowflake from the Adhesive Backed Snowflake Assortment and 3 of the gray Classic Mat Dots.

Thank you for stopping in or coming back to see the second of these two cards … one more to go! And to think, I only used one sheet so far.

Have a great day.

Two for Tuesday Cards & Stamp Sale!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

We’re going to have some fun today with Two cards for Tuesday and a fun new Stampin’ Up! promotion. Let’s begin with the great news that was just announced … A STAMP SALE!

If you’ve had your eye on stamps from the 2023–2024 Annual Catalog, then we have some exciting news! On 19 July, these stamps will be 15% off for 24 hours (this offer does exclude host stamp sets). You heard us right, for one day only you can snag your favorite stamp sets for a stellar price!

Amazing right … all the stamp sets in the Annual catalog (the big one) are on sale for one day only. PLUS … While you are shopping, don’t forget the Clearance Rack. It was just updated recently, and that brings me to my 2 cards for this Tuesday!!

Both cards were created with the All Together 6 x 6 Designer Series paper …

I wanted to show how fun and versatile that this black & white paper can be. You can see more cards samples HERE from a previous post featuring the All Together Paper.

Tomorrow when you begin your sales shopping; you can use this link: https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=PJ4UWCQB If you are spending more than $150 – Do Not use this link because you will qualify for Free Host Benefits & more!!

Both of today’s cards were “jazzed” up with my Stampin’ Blends! My first card is a fun Autumn card and I used the Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends to add a strip of color between the stripes on the designer paper ….

I used several items from the Stargazing Suite; the Designer paper and the dies! The fun pumpkin was created with both of those items … all I did was sponge the edges of the circles to create an illusion of depth. The greeting was also cut from the same designer paper pattern than I cut the circles. The “celebrate” comes from the “Wanted to Say” dies.

Next up is a Christmas Card ….

This plain black & white background was transformed by my Cherry Cobbler and Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends … just drag your marked across the designer paper / I didn’t even use a ruler, it’s all free hand and easy but creates a fun colorful background. It is adorned with the trees and snow from the One Horse Open Sleigh Bundle.

One more thing while you create your shopping list …. Bonus Buys!! For each $50 you spend, you’ll receive a $5 coupon to shop with in August. So feel free to bundle your discounted stamp sets, with more savings from the Clearance Rack and pick up your Bonus Coupon too!

Those will be emailed to you by Stampin’ Up! so make sure you have an email address and you save your codes. Message me if you have any questions or if you would like help placing your order tomorrow.

Again, here is that link to shop: https://www.stampinup.com?hostcode=PJ4UWCQB

One more thing … I invite you to join me LIVE tonight on my Facebook page for another Free Class / Demonstration.

Thank you for joining me today and I hope I see you tonight.

Favorite Things II

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a few more items on my list of favorite things on the Clearance Rack … I will also be showing you the #1 Buy!!!

I’m going to start with a “tasty” find and a die I love to use!! The striped background die is worth the money alone …. and if you are worried because the coordinating designer paper is no longer available for your candy canes, not to worry … I used the left over strips from the large die to make my own candy canes and I love the texture it provides.

The first card used the background die with the Red Glimmer paper … We’ve got some fun paper in the annual catalog or you can find some on the Clearance Rack as well. Don’t forget what I told you about those candy canes!

Did you know that you can easily layer the background die back 2 back to create a crisscross pattern … just check it out below. By the way …. I think those banner dies are on sale too!

I couldn’t leave the Leaves of Holly stamp set off my list. My house is adorned with holly every Christmas … even decked out my entire tree with holly garland one year! I simple love it.

This card really highlights the stamp set, done in Night of Navy and Balmy Blue to show you don’t always have to go the green and red route. Add a little glimmer paper and blending brushes and you have a stunning card.

Now for my next product, I actually have 3 together because surprisingly enough … all 3 of the Splendid Day items in the Clearance Rack … a rare find!! AND my #1 BUY is the Splendid Day “Specialty” Designer Paper for ONLY $2.25!!

The Splendid Day 12″ x 12″ Specialty Designer Series Paper is a beautiful way to add a touch of elegant imagery to your papercrafting. You can use it as a background on scrapbook pages or card fronts, or cut smaller accent pieces to add interest to your projects. The soft, leafy images will add grace to all types of projects. One side of each sheet is foil with white printed accents.

Foil colors: copper, Fresh Freesia, Petal Pink, Pool Party, Sahara Sand, Soft Sea Foam

The card above was done in Early Espresso with the Copper Designer paper along with the stamp set stamped directly onto the cardstock for a dimensional look and then the leaf dies in the basket die. I love this card.

The second card is done in the Soft Seafoam ….

So easy to make beautifully elegant cards with this specialty designer paper, stamps and dies … You can buy all three for less than what you would have paid for the dies alone! Check out the Splendid Day products today. Don’t forget it’s BONUS DAYS … for every $50 you spend, you will receive a Bonus Coupon for $5 to spend in August!

Thank you so much for joining me today. Remember … I go LIVE tonight at 6:30 CT on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page.

Hope to see you tonight. Have a great day!!

Favorite Things: Clearance Rack

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~ Today I wanted to share a few of my favorite items from the Clearance Rack. I’ve already shown you the All Together Designer Paper, so lets see what else is on my list!

First up …. I had to pick the cute little Scottie Dog Punch

Here’s a cute Christmas card using the Scottie Dog punch ….

If you would like to see how I created the holiday pattern on this card CLICK HERE. I have another card sample for you … Halloween and using up some of my scrap designer paper.

Since we’re talking Halloween, let’s look at the Scary Silhouettes Dies ….

Here is a fun card that I created with these dies and a watercolor wash background ….

I have one more product to show you today along with several card samples; the Rustic Harvest Designer Series paper ….

You will notice that these sheets have colorful designs on one side, and black and white on the other. If you look back at my Halloween Scottie Dog you will find some of these patterns on that card too!

My first card uses the black and white for the background, then with my blending brushes, just added some color!

The next card shows how you can bring the color level up a notch (or leave it just the way it is) I used the Stampin’ Blends because the work so well on designer paper too ….

And the last card highlighting the Rustic Harvest Designer paper, shares the before and after using the Stampin’ Blends on the Dahlia’s ….

So many uses for this paper …. take it beyond Harvest time and use the black & white for any occasion … grab some ink or markers and discover the possibilities!

These are just three of the great finds you will discover while shopping the clearance rack … I noticed that my favorite “Glitter Washi Tape” had already sold out! I will be tomorrow with a few more that I just loved using!

Thanks for stopping by, and have a happy Monday!

Triple Time Technique: Season of Cheer Card

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a sweet card that invites you to take a walk into nature. I’m using the Triple Time Technique on today’s card with the One Horse Open Sleigh Designer Paper and the New Nested Essentials Dies. So simple to make but with a very dramatic effect.

Ready? Pick out your favorite pretty paper pattern and some fun dies. I used two dies for my card, you will also need a sheet of coordinating cardstock. I am using Early Espresso …. cut in half 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ then score at 4-1/4″ for you fold.

Next we will cut your 6″ x 6″ designer paper down to 4″ x 5-1/4″. Position your dies evenly onto your designer paper and run it through your die cutting machine.

Use your extra cardstock to “mat” your die cut designer paper …. I actually glues my die cuts directly out of the designer paper and fussy cut around it, but if your a bit more of a perfectionist, you could line it up in your paper cutter and trim it to your desired width. You can see that mine is not perfectly even but just as effective.

Attach the outer piece of designer paper directly to your cardfront, then you’ll align the largest of the two die cuts to the pattern of the paper … I used Stampin’ Dimensionals to attach it, then you’ll do the same with the smaller one.

To finish off the card I stamped the greeting directly onto the designer paper. Yes, I know that’s risky but the photopolymer stamps make it so much easier! I used the bronze snowflakes from the suite to complete it. Again, super simple to make yet it has such an impact!

Thanks for hangin’ out with me today. Enjoy your weekend, I’m entertaining two of my great grandchildren ❤ so much fun!

Sneak Peek at our Online Exclusives …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share two card with you that will give you a peek at the ONLINE Exclusives being released tomorrow the 6th of July. The online exclusives cannot be found in any publication … annual or mini catalog. This allows us to release new products any time of year, we’re not restricted to a catalog… How fun is that.

The two cards will be from two different bundles … I’m showcasing the One Horse Open Sleigh and the second card is from our Artisan Team member Charlet Mallett, she’s highlighting the Trucking Along stamp & punch bundle.

I can’t tell you a lot about this card but from the looks of it, she stamped the trucks to create a background and then punched one out as a focal point. The banner she used behind the truck comes from the All That Dies. The designer paper is Let’s Go Fishing. This is such a cute take on this bundle, it’s been the talk of the internet! Can’t wait to order one for myself on the 6th.

The second is mine, and I am using the One Horse Open Sleight Suite …. This was one of the sets that we as demonstrators could pre-order so I have just started playing with mine. Getting ready for my class but here is one of my first designs …

I knew I wanted to use the sleigh so I stamped it onto Basic White with the Memento Ink and then began coloring with the Cherry Cobbler, Pecan Pie, Night of Navy and Misty Moonlight Stampin’ Blends. After die cutting it, I used it to pick out what designer paper pattern I wanted to use. I cut it down to 3-7/8″ x 5-1/8″ matted it with Misty Moonlight at 4″ x 5-1/4″ and mounted it onto Early Espresso.

The die cut sleigh was glued at the bottom and popped up on the top half! I stamped the greeting in Misty Moonlight and die cut it, then added a bit of Bakers Twine to it before popping it up onto my card front. I added some of the adhesive backed snowflakes with an Iridescent Rhinestone on top to finish off the card.

The left over designer paper was added to the inside of the card. I also added a small strip of Misty Moonlight cardstock in there as well … just made the card look finished on the inside too. The designer paper in this suite is fabulous. The winter scenes are so pretty and the other side has great patterns you can use anytime throughout the year.

Don’t forget the Online Exclusives go LIVE tomorrow July 6th and you can take a look then on my website at http://www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net

I hope you enjoyed your holiday … and I thank you for stopping by today.

Merry Christmas Eve …

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Merry Christmas Eve my Friends ~

I hope everyone is fairing well in this crazy weather … I’m not the biggest fan of snow and cold, but it’s crazy cold here! I had to take a little break to warm up so I made some “Christmas Poke” Cake and Deviled Eggs for the family get together.

Today I’m highlighting the “Perched in a Tree” bundle. Let’s get started 🙂 The first card was cased from Pinterest and I just loved the cool color and blue and paired with white.

Cardbase is your A2 size (8-1/2″ x 11″) and the die cut piece was cut to 4″ x 5-1/4″ and so was the pretty Snowflake Specialty Vellum, which is also on the Last Chance List 😦 The blue is the Starry Sky … so pretty. This is a great card choice if you like layers but need something on the simple side to get your Christmas cards done quickly.

My next card I changed up to show this beautiful bundle can be kept in your stamp collection all year long ….

With a simple change of sentiment you can change the entire feel of your card, and easily turn this from a Christmas card to a Birthday Card!

Thank you for spending a part of your day with me, enjoy this holiday with your family and friends ~