New In Colors & Better Together …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared some sweet -n- simple cards that you can make with the new 2016-18 Stampin’ Up! In Colors and the Floral Affection Embossing Folder (set of 2), so today I thought I would “step it up” and create another set of cards using the other image in that set!

I also decided to feature the cardstock more on this card and use it for the base!

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Yesterday’s cards were all made without a greeting, so today I have incorporated the “Better Together” stamp set! 

I love this stamp set because it not only has your greeting but it has verses for the inside as well! On the card below I used the verse that would normally be on the inside and used it at my “greeting” …

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Then, I took the greeting and stamped it on the inside of my card.  There are no rules in stamping so you can do it however you choose!

Now … have you noticed that I have been changing up the ribbon as well? I used it differently on each of the 5 cards!

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Oh yes … all of these greetings come from the same stamp set (and includes the verse for the inside as well). The Sugarplum is the last of my cards … one in each of the new 5 In Colors and each with their own greeting!!

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I hope you enjoyed today’s showcase of cards and that it inspires you create. If you are looking for quick -n- easy cards to create that have a clean, pretty style, than today’s and yesterdays cards are for you.

I’d love to hear what “YOU” think about our new In Colors!  Just comment below 🙂

Thank you so much for stopping by today.

Have a simply wonderful day!

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Simply Sunday: In Color Explosion …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It’s a new Stampin’ Up! year and I’m so excited with the just released 2016-18 In Color selection.

Each year Stampin’ Up! introduces 5 new In-Colors … these colors are what’s hot for the season and it helps keep our Stampin’ Up! colors fresh and fun.  If you walk into your favorite stores you will find these colors in the clothing, towels & bedding and home décor departments!

I’ve created some sweet and simple cards featuring the “Floral Affection” folder and the dots from the Enamel Shapes Brights Collection.

I know you’ll enjoy these cute cards all while getting to know the new In Colors …

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The Sweet Sugarplum is created with the Shimmery White card stock, all the other cards I used Whisper White card stock.

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So … What do you think? Are you falling for them yet? I think this group of In Colors are going to be “Hot, Hot, Hot!” The Dapper Denim is a nice rich blue and the Emerald Envy … definitely a jewel tone – so pretty, and they look great together too!

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These card are quick and easy to recreate and you can add “any” greeting that you need.  Create a bunch of them (The white embossed size = 4-1/4″ x 2-3/4″ & your In Color Size = 4-1/2″ x 3″) then add your greeting as you need them!!

Thank you for spending part of your Sunday with me, much appreciated.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Masking Technique with the Sitting Here Stamp Set

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share with you a cute card created with the “Sitting Here Stamp Set”. This card was made using the “Masking Technique”.

Create layered images using the masking technique and the Sitting Here Stamp Set. Combine the images to make the picture you want. Watch this video to learn how to using masking in your stamping…

Isn’t that cute … and so easy! This is just one of the techniques my Technique Club has done. Interested in joining on of my clubs? They will start again in September … we take a break during the summer.

Leave a comment below if you would like me to send you information on my clubs.

Hope you enjoyed the video. I’ll be back tomorrow with a cute card that I created using some of the goodies out of the new catalog!

Till then, take care!

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Sharing 5 Reasons to say YES!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you 5 fabulous cards, highlighting 3 new stamp sets. You can create cards for all occasions with these fun new stamp sets … and they’re FREE!

Let’s start with the fabulously FUN “Pun Intended” stamp set …

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You can easily make these fun cards … or we can make them together! These cute cards come from one of our newest Hostess Sets. Stamp sets you can get for FREE with your hostess $$ dollars when you host a qualifying stampin’ party.

One of my favorites is the beautiful “Gift of Love” stamp set … I can’t resist the beautiful flowers and words in this set…

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So simply done with the water color wash background. This is a two-step stamp set which makes your card making quick -n- easy.

The next two cards in this showcase are from the stamp set “Time of Year” … which simply states you can use this stamp set all year long.  Let’s begin with Spring (something we’ve all been waiting for) …

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Simple, pretty and done in some of our new In-Colors … again, I can help you and your friends make any of these cards at your party.   Why stop there?  Let’s move into one of our biggest cardmaking times of all … Christmas!

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Told you this was a versatile stamp set. Now … think about combining any of these stamp sets together, the possibilities are endless.

I love our hostess stamp sets because they stretch your Hostess $$ dollars even further, just remember when your party/order is $350 or more in June, enjoy an extra $35 in hostess rewards (in addition to the rewards shown in the chart below)!  Spend your Stampin’ Rewards $$ on hostess sets or on anything in the catalog!

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Gather your friends or orders from them (I can help you with a hostess code for everyone to order online), or, place your own shopping spree order to enjoy the extra rewards! 

Remember.. ALL orders of $150 or more enjoy the Stampin’ Rewards (Hostess $$) to spend any way you wish!

Contact me … I’d love to help you get all the Hostess goodies on your wish list!

Thank you for coming to visit my blog today, hope yours is a good one.

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New Catalog, New Bundles & New Specials … Oh My!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

How excited are you that the new catalog is now available to all of us!!  I love the pre-order opportunity but there was sooooooooooo much more in there I wanted! And I ordered it yesterday …

One of the items I had to have was the “Shooting Star” Bundle. I have a video for you to view so you can see how to make a “SLIDER” card with this stamp set.

I also was excited to get in on the “extra” goodies  …

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$35 EXTRA in Stampin’ Rewards (hostess $$) June 1 – 30, 2016

When your order is $350 or more in June, enjoy an extra $35 in hostess rewards (in addition to the rewards shown in the chart below)!  Spend your Stampin’ Rewards $$ on hostess sets or on anything in the catalog!

Gather orders from your friends (I can help you with a hostess code for everyone to order online), or, place your own shopping spree order to enjoy the extra rewards! 

Remember.. ALL orders of $150 or more enjoy the Stampin’ Rewards (Hostess $$) to spend any way you wish!

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Here’s the video, enjoy!

Isn’t that awesome! And these new tools make it so easy to create a slider card now. You can contact me by e-mail: lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com or go to my website: www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net

I can’t wait to get mine, in fact, I expedited shipping so it will be here on Friday! Something tells me … it’s going to be a long work day till I get home! lol

Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I’m here to help.

Thanks for stopping by …

Have a wonderful day!

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It’s Here!! Find Your Inspiration

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m so excited to finally say … It’s Here, our new annual catalog! There are so many goodies inside; awesome new stamp sets, fun accessories and our bundles! With all this, I’m sure you’ll find your inspiration!

Let’s begin with “Swirly Bird” …

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Don’t let the name of the Swirly Bird Stamp Set fool you—it’s so much more than just swirling birds… Mix and match all of the fun images and elements in this set to bring personality to your projects. Be sure to pair it with the Swirly Scribbles Thinlits™ Dies and save 10 percent with the bundle when you do!

I love the sail boats … it will go good with my recent Door County visit, and the kites are cute too.  There is really so much you can do with this set.

Keep in touch because there will be an explosion of new products I’ll be sharing with you, and I’ll be posting some upcoming classes soon, plus my big “Catalog Kick-Off” party!

Thanks for visiting my blog today ~

Have a good one!

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New Catalog Sneak Peek!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry I missed you yesterday but I have been trying to get a few of my ducks in a row… so to speak. I also know that I promised the Step by Step instructions to Sunday’s card – I have them and will be sharing those with you (along with an extra card sample)!

Today I’d like to share a Sneak Peek of the new catalog … 5 fabulous cards!

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Do you see a bit of a theme on the cards? Jar’s perhaps? The catalogs are here and if you ordered from me in the past 6 months your name is on my list to receive one! To my long distance stampin’ friends (customers) … hope you got your surprise in the mail!!

Please tell me which is your favorite of the 5 cards (just comment below) and I will put your name in a drawing for ….

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Our BLOG CANDY packet today includes our “Celebrate Banner” just in time for graduation parties, Botanicals Vellum paper stack, “For Being You” stamp set and a mixed cardstock package!!

To enter … just comment below on which of the 5 card samples from the new Stampin’ Up! Catalog you like best (and why).  The name will be randomly drawn tonight a midnight and the WINNER will be announced on Thursday’s Blog Post.  GOOD LUCK!!

Thank you for stopping by today ~

Hope your day is a good one and all your ducks are in a row … lol

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Upcoming Stampin’ Up! Catalog Sneak Peek!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I know some of you are busy getting your favorite stamp sets and accessories from the catalog before they retire … and that’s a good thing, because once they’re gone … they’re gone!

However, I’m here to create a little excitement for the new 2016-2017 upcoming catalog! A few days ago a shared some fun tips … today I’d like to share some images from a new stamp set! 

Foxy Friends Stamp Set & Coordinating Punch …

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These images / samples are from the 2016 Stampin’ Up! OnStage event!

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Well stampers … I think we can have a lot of fun with this stamp set … What do you think?

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I can’t wait to get my hands on some of the new stamp sets, accessories and embellishments from the new catalog and show you more!!

Thank you for checking in today …

Happy Friday!!

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Sale-A-Bration Product of the Week: Pedal Pusher Stamp Set

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share with you a cute group of cards created with one of our newest Sale-a-bration Stamp sets: Pedal Pusher!

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o stamp with the Pedal Pusher Stamp Set is to love it! Create your own charming scene with its pieces; take advantage of the versatile photopolymer images—it really is amazing what you can create and how effortlessly the pieces come together. And during Sale-A-Bration, this 11-piece stamp set is FREE with your $50 purchase! Watch the video below for more ideas on using the limited-time Pedal Pusher Stamp Set.

Creating cute cards is as easy as riding a bike when you have this set. Stamp the bike, add a basket, then fill it with flowers, love, whatever you want. Combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want.

Thanks for checking out my blog today.

Hoping you have a fabulous Friday!

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Hello Sunshine …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Say hello to some sunshine! We dare you not to dream of spring as you watch the February kit in action. With three different floral designs and nine cards total, it will brighten your day for sure!

Watch the video to see how much fun this kit really is …

Wouldn’t it be fun to have fun stampin’ kits delivered right to your door? You can … each month with Stampin’ Up! Paper Pumpkin.

Each month you will receive your kit … try it out for 3 months at a discount. Then if it’s not what you thought it may be, you can cancel. Also, if you sign up now, you will receive a free Sale-a-bration item!

3-Month Prepaid Subscription (137859) $59.85 $55  Click Here to Begin
Save on a 3-month prepaid subscription and instantly qualify for a FREE Sale-A-Bration item!

12-Month Prepaid Subscription (137861) $215.40  Click Here to Begin
Take it to the next level with a 12-month prepaid subscription. Save $24 a year with the everyday awesome price, earn Stampin’ Rewards, and instantly qualify for 4 FREE Sale-A-Bration items!

This offer will end on March 31, 2016

Thanks for checking it out and stopping by today.

It’s going to be a great week … can’t you feel it!!

Have a marvelous Monday!

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Weekly Deals & Sale-a-bration Surprise

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I told you that I would share my card swaps with you, but that will have to wait … I have exciting Sale-a-bration news and videos for you! Today you’ll see the NEW Sale-a-bration items…

Free “NEW” Products During Sale-a-Bration 2016

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Check out the video to learn more about these great new products …

Love glitter but hate the mess? Try our Metallics Glitter Tape. Adhere it wherever you want for super sparkly glitter that stays put. You can also color it to work with any project. Watch as we show you how.

Looking for a reason to party? Here they are. Birthday, congrats, thinking of you—and they’re all here in one stamp set. Woo hoo!
Creating cute cards is as easy as riding a bike when you have this set. Stamp the bike, add a basket, then fill it with flowers, love, whatever you want. Combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want.

CHECK OUT MORE WAYS TO SAVE ON STAMPIN’ UP!

Please let me know if you have any questions on our NEW Sale-a-bration items or the Weekly Deals.

I will be sharing those “Swap Cards” with you tomorrow so make sure you drop in.

Thanks for joining me today …

Hope your day is a great one!

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You’re So Lovely …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a new video to share with you … It’s our “You’re So Lovely Project Kit”. Giving a gift? Recognizing a special occasion? Do it up right with a card, tag, or bag you make yourself. We’ll show you the basic steps; you can mix and match colors and pieces to create the look you want.

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Here’s the Details …

Makes 12 cards, 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ | 10.8 x 14 cm and 12 bags with tags.

Complete the kit using the coordinating stamp set (see below). Stamps, ink, and adhesive sold separately. Instructions included.

Kit includes
* Gold foil card bases
* White envelopes
* Glassine bags
* Baker’s Twine
* Sponge brayer with extra sponge
* Stencils
* Die-cut tags, banners, and accent pieces
* Banner paper clips
* Metallic enamel shapes

Please let me know if you have any questions, I’d be glad to help.

Thanks much for checking in today, I’ll see you tomorrow for my “Simply Sunday” series.

Have an awesome Saturday ~

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SUPPLY LIST …

 

Picture Perfect …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share with you samples and a video from Stampin’ Up! and the Occasions catalog.  I do not have this stamp set but I don’t want you to miss out on this stamp sets versatility.

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STAMPIN’ TIP: For multi-step images use the numbered tabs on the stamps.  First turn them in the same direction, then stamp them in numerical order.

Not an artist? You can be! All you need is the Picture Perfect Stamp Set and your choice of ink. Watch as we show you how to create beautiful art with just a few steps…

I just love the videos … they really help me help you get the most out of these fabulous products.  Here are two more ideas from the Picture Perfect stamp set.

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I’d love to hear what you think of this stamp set. Just add your comments below.

Thank you for spending a part of your day with me.

Have yourself a wonderful day ~

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Today’s Featured Stamp Set …

Who wants a hug?? Bear Hugs that is!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It’s Friday … Wooooooooooooooooo Hoooooooooooo!!!  Just a little excited to see the weekend on it’s way!

Today I want to share a “hug” with you … A bear hug! If you haven’t fallen in love with this stamp set you will, and it has a coordinating framelit set. This is an awesome bundle!

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Give as many bear hugs as you want to give— you’ll never run out if you have the Bear Hugs Stamp Set and the Bear Hugs Framelits Dies. Watch how easy it is to put a bear hug in a card and send it anywhere.

Always great to see stampin’ tips from the home office at Stampin’ Up! I love watching the videos, it’s just like coming to one of my classes … well almost. They don’t have my snacks and chocolate from the Candyman!!

I’ll be sharing some of the fun we had at our Occasions/Sale-a-bration Stamp Camp where there was plenty of chocolate and snack food… and yes, cards! Lots of cards!

Thanks for dropping in on me today.

Hope you Friday is an awesome one!!

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TODAY’S FEATURED PRODUCT …

Time to Play …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a fun new product bundle …. Playful Pals!

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Time to play like Dr. Frankenstein and build your own creatures. But in this case, the lab is your home, the science is a stamp set, and the creatures are whimsical pets that will be adored by one and all. Combine the Playful Pals Stamp Set with the Pyramid Pals Thinlits Dies to create 3D animals. Learn how to create your own playful pals …

Here are the cute little note cards that Brandi showed you in the video …

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So … what do you think? Pretty fun right!! I think I’m falling for that little doggie… to cute.

Thank you for stopping by my blog today. Let me know if you have any questions on these products.

Have an awesome Friday!!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … Remember, purchases over $50 will qualify you for a FREE Sale-a-bration item!