Category Archives: Quick -n- Easy

Quick & Easy Christmas Cards: Sparkle Made Simple

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Creating Christmas cards doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated. With the right tools and a dash of creativity, you can make stunning handmade cards that shine with holiday cheer. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, let’s explore how to dress up your holiday greetings using the Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes and the Joyful Sayings Mix & Match Ephemera Pack.

The Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards & Envelopes are a showstopper right out of the box. These ombre-colored cards come in three festive hues—perfect for the holiday season—and feature a dazzling bottom edge dipped in gold foil. The envelopes coordinate beautifully, making your cards stand out before they’re even opened.

You can keep it simple and let the rich colors and golden accents shine, or use them as a base to unleash your creativity.

Pair your cards with the Joyful Sayings Mix & Match Ephemera Pack for a quick and easy way to add personality. This pack is filled with laser-cut sentiments in bold holiday colors, ready to adorn your cards. No stamping or cutting required—just pop out a sentiment and adhere it to your card.

Here are a few ideas to dress up your cards:

Elegant & Minimal: Use a single sentiment from the ephemera pack as the centerpiece. Add a few sparkly embellishments, like adhesive-backed gems or gold sequins, for a sophisticated look.

Layer It Up: Add depth by layering a stamped sentiment, patterned paper, or die-cut shapes behind your ephemera. The ombre cards provide a stunning backdrop that enhances any design.

These cards aren’t just for sending Christmas greetings. You can use them to create coordinating gift tags, scrapbook pages, or even custom holiday décor. The combination of rich colors and gold foil creates a polished, professional look for any project.

Simple Steps for Stunning Results

  1. Select Your Card Base: Choose a color from the Gold Dipped Mix & Match Cards.
  2. Choose a Sentiment: Pop out a sentiment from the Joyful Sayings Mix & Match Ephemera Pack.
  3. Adhere and Embellish: Use Dimensionals to raise the sentiment for a 3D effect, then add embellishments as desired.
  4. Write a Note: Add your heartfelt message inside, and you’re done!

With these ready-to-use elements, crafting holiday cards has never been easier—or more enjoyable. You’ll be amazed at how quickly you can create a stack of cards that will delight your friends and family.

So order your supplies, put on your favorite Christmas playlist, and enjoy a moment of creative holiday magic. After all, the best gifts are handmade with love!

Happy crafting, and may your season be merry and bright!

Quick & Easy Card with Spotlight on Nature

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today, I’m excited to share a quick and easy card design featuring the delightful Spotlight on Nature stamp set and the incredibly convenient Basic White Note Cards and Envelopes. What makes this project even more special is the introduction of our brand new 2024-2026 In-Color, Peach Pie. Just the name alone sounds delicious, doesn’t it? Let’s dive into how you can create a stunning card in no time with these fantastic products.

The Basic White Note Cards and Envelopes are a true staple for any card maker. They come pre-cut and scored, ready for you to jump right into the fun part – stamping and decorating! Each pack includes 20 cards and envelopes, making them perfect for creating a batch of cards quickly. These note cards are made of high-quality cardstock that takes ink beautifully, ensuring a crisp and clean image every time.  Folded card: 5″ x 3-1/2″ perfect for gift giving.

The Spotlight on Nature stamp set is a versatile collection of beautifully detailed images inspired by … nature! It features a variety of flora and fauna, from a delicate flower to beautiful butterfly. This set is perfect for creating heartwarming cards for any occasion. Whether you are an experienced stamper or just starting, the images in this set make it easy to create stunning cards with minimal effort.

Now, let’s talk about the star of the show: the Peach Pie In-Color. This new hue is as delightful as it sounds, a warm and inviting shade that brings to mind the sweet and succulent peaches of summer. Peach Pie is a soft, pastel orange with a hint of pink undertone, making it incredibly versatile for various themes and seasons. It’s perfect for adding a touch of warmth and cheer to your projects. In fact, you could recreate this card in all our stunning In-Colors!!

Creating a card with these elements is a breeze. Start by folding one of the Basic White Note Cards along the pre-scored line. Next, choose an image from the Spotlight on Nature stamp set – today, our beautiful flower. Ink up your stamp with the Peach Pie ink pad and stamp it onto the front of your note card. The result is a beautifully crisp image that stands out brilliantly against the white background, showcasing the stunning detail of the stamp and the fresh, inviting color. And don’t forget to stamp your envelope!

For an added touch, you can stamp a coordinating sentiment from the Spotlight on Nature set, or as I did, the Layering Leaves on the front.” To finish, tie a beautiful coordinating bow onto your note card. The Peach Pie color ensures that your sentiment looks cohesive and elegantly tied into the overall design. The Color Theory (page 132-133) I’m using is called Monochromatic – the use of a single color!

In just a few minutes, you’ve created a beautiful handmade card that’s ready to send out and brighten someone’s day. The combination of the Basic White Note Cards and Envelopes, the Spotlight on Nature stamp set, and our NEW In-Colors makes for an effortlessly chic and charming card-making experience. Whether you’re making a single card or a whole set, these products ensure your creative process is smooth and satisfying.

Thanks for stopping by, I hope this has inspired you to go in your craft room and whip up some delightful quick & easy cards.

Simply Sunday: Fresh as a Daisy Cards

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Welcome back to day 2 of my “Fresh as a Daisy” blog series, where we can celebrate the sheer beauty and versatility of Stampin’ Up!’s retiring Designer Series Paper. Today, we’re diving into the realm of quick and easy cardmaking, I’ll be showcasing three delightful designs that will have you reaching for your crafting supplies in no time. And here’s the cherry on top— this Designer Series Paper is now discounted as it retires from the Stampin’ Up! collection.

Join me as we explore how effortlessly you can craft stunning cards with this charming paper, be sure you snag it before it’s gone for good!

Let me start with the new Bubble Bath (pink) …

The daisies cut to 4″ x 4″ from the sheet and was adhered to a piece of 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ Basic White. Our base is 11″ x 4-1/4″ then scored and folded at 5-1/2″. I used a piece of Garden Green scrap for a pop of color and tied a pretty little bow from White Bakers twine. I then stamped my greeting in Crushed Curry to pull that color from the flowers, and added 3 Tinsel Gems (4 pack) that are “Berry Burst” color but looked great on my card. I finished it off with some Wink of Stella on the White daisy petals.

My second card highlights the new Wild Wheat ….

The flower piece cuts to 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ and has an Early Espresso mat that measures 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ … I then added a strip of Wild Wheat to each side so it stretched out to 4-1/8″ inch. The card front was then layered onto the Basic White base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. Using a piece of scrap, I stamped my greeting in Early Espresso and snipped the ends off at an angle to create a different look.

My third and last card for the day highlights the NEW Copper Clay and Boho Blue…

The daisies cut from our designer paper measure 4″ x 5-1/4″ and matted with Basic White measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ … this is secured to the Copper Clay base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. I used the Stylish Shapes to cut out my circle for the greeting (stamped in Copper Clay) and the Copper Clay cardstock to die cut the banner. I embellised with the Adhesive Backed Solid Gems in Boho Blue.

I hope you enjoyed and felt inspired by the beautiful “Fresh As A Daisy” Designer Paper … and this is only from one sheet! Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to visit my blog.

As we bid farewell to our “Fresh as a Daisy” series, don’t miss out on the opportunity to grab this discounted gem before it disappears for good.

Enjoy this beautiful day ~

Simply Sunday: Quick & Easy cards with Fresh As A Daisy Designer Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have 3 cards I’d like to share with you from the beautiful Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series Paper. The sheet that I am using was designed for you to create many different cards!! You’ll see how easy it is to create the pretty cards in no time at all … plus you’ll be introduced to some of the NEW colors.

Let me start with the new Bubble Bath (pink) …

The daisies cut to 4″ x 4″ from the sheet and was adhered to a piece of 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ Basic White. Our base is 11″ x 4-1/4″ then scored and folded at 5-1/2″. I used a piece of Garden Green scrap for a pop of color and tied a pretty little bow from White Bakers twine. I then stamped my greeting in Crushed Curry to pull that color from the flowers, and added 3 Tinsel Gems (4 pack) that are “Berry Burst” color but looked great on my card. I finished it off with some Wink of Stella on the White daisy petals.

My second card highlights the new Wild Wheat ….

The flower piece cuts to 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ and has an Early Espresso mat that measures 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ … I then added a strip of Wild Wheat to each side so it stretched out to 4-1/8″ inch. The card front was then layered onto the Basic White base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. Using a piece of scrap, I stamped my greeting in Early Espresso and snipped the ends off at an angle to create a different look.

My third and last card for the day highlights the NEW Copper Clay and Boho Blue…

The daisies cut from our designer paper measure 4″ x 5-1/4″ and matted with Basic White measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ … this is secured to the Copper Clay base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. I used the Stylish Shapes to cut out my circle for the greeting (stamped in Copper Clay) and the Copper Clay cardstock to die cut the banner. I embellised with the Adhesive Backed Solid Gems in Boho Blue.

I hope you enjoyed and felt inspired by the beautiful “Fresh As A Daisy” Designer Paper … and this is only from one sheet! Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to visit my blog.

Enjoy this beautiful day ~

Simply Sunday: Creating Quick & Easy cards using the Fresh As A Daisy Designer Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends & Happy Mother’s Day!!

Today I have 3 cards I’d like to share with you from the beautiful Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series Paper. The sheet that I am using was designed for you to create many different cards!! You’ll see how easy it is to create the pretty cards in no time at all … plus you’ll be introduced to some of the NEW colors.

Let me start with the new Bubble Bath (pink) …

The daisies cut to 4″ x 4″ from the sheet and was adhered to a piece of 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ Basic White. Our base is 11″ x 4-1/4″ then scored and folded at 5-1/2″. I used a piece of Garden Green scrap for a pop of color and tied a pretty little bow from White Bakers twine. I then stamped my greeting in Crushed Curry to pull that color from the flowers, and added 3 Tinsel Gems (4 pack) that are “Berry Burst” color but looked great on my card. I finished it off with some Wink of Stella on the White daisy petals.

My second card highlights the new Wild Wheat ….

The flower piece cuts to 3-3/4″ x 5-1/4″ and has an Early Espresso mat that measures 3-7/8″ x 5-3/8″ … I then added a strip of Wild Wheat to each side so it stretched out to 4-1/8″ inch. The card front was then layered onto the Basic White base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. Using a piece of scrap, I stamped my greeting in Early Espresso and snipped the ends off at an angle to create a different look.

My third and last card for the day highlights the NEW Copper Clay and Boho Blue…

The daisies cut from our designer paper measure 4″ x 5-1/4″ and matted with Basic White measuring 4-1/8″ x 5-3/8″ … this is secured to the Copper Clay base that measures 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″ then scored and folded at 4-1/4″. I used the Stylish Shapes to cut out my circle for the greeting (stamped in Copper Clay) and the Copper Clay cardstock to die cut the banner. I embellised with the Adhesive Backed Solid Gems in Boho Blue.

Tomorrow I will be back with the other pieces cut from that 12″ x 12″ sheet of Fresh As A Daisy Designer Series paper.

Thank you for taking time out of your Mother’s Day to visit my blog.

Enjoy this beautiful day ~

Are you NEW to Paper Crafting?

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Are you NEW to stamping and paper crafting but not sure where to start? I can suggest five essential tools from the Stampin’ Up catalog that new crafters or stampers may find helpful:

  1. Stamp Set: A stamp set is the most essential tool for stampers. It typically includes a variety of designs and sentiments that you can use to create beautiful cards, scrapbook pages, or other paper crafts. Choose a versatile set that has multiple sentiments and images for all occasions.
  2. Ink Pad: An ink pad is used to transfer ink to the stamp so that you can make an impression on your paper. Stampin’ Up offers a wide range of ink colors, including classic ink pads, dye-based ink pads, and pigment-based ink pads. My favorite “black” is the Memento Ink.
  3. Cardstock: Cardstock is the foundation for most paper crafts. It is a sturdy paper that comes in a variety of colors and textures, making it perfect for creating card bases, scrapbook pages, and other paper crafts. I suggest starting with white then adding a “multi” colored pack for a wider variety of color.
  4. Adhesive: Adhesive is used to glue your paper and embellishments together. Stampin’ Up offers a variety of adhesives, including tape runners, liquid glue, and dimensionals, which are foam dots that give your projects a 3D effect.
  5. Paper Trimmer: A paper trimmer is a tool that cuts paper to the desired size and shape. It is a must-have tool for any paper crafter. The Stampin’ Up paper trimmer includes a cutting blade, a scoring blade, and a ruler to help you make accurate cuts every time.

These five tools can help you get started on your paper crafting journey. Stampin’ Up also offers many additional tools and supplies, such as punches, dies, and markers, which can be added to your collection as your skills and interests grow.

IF YOU ARE ON A BUDGET …. Starting with just a few basic supplies is a great way to dip your toe into paper crafting without breaking the bank. Here’s a bit more detail on each of the supplies you mentioned:

  1. Notecards and envelopes: Notecards and envelopes are a great choice for beginners because they come pre-cut and scored, making it easy to create a professional-looking card. Stampin’ Up offers a variety of notecards in different sizes and colors, so you can find the perfect base for your project.
  2. Stamp set and ink pad: A stamp set and ink pad are essential tools for papercrafters. The stamp set will give you a variety of designs and sentiments to work with, while the ink pad will allow you to transfer the designs onto your paper. Stampin’ Up offers a wide range of stamp sets and ink colors, so you’re sure to find something that fits your style.
  3. Watercolor pencils: Watercolor pencils are a great way to add a pop of color to your projects without investing in expensive paints or markers. Simply color your design with the pencils, then use a wet brush or Blender Pen to blend and spread the color. Stampin’ Up offers a set of watercolor pencils that coordinate with their ink colors, making it easy to create a cohesive look.

With these three basic supplies, you’ll have everything you need to create beautiful handmade cards and other papercraft projects. As your skills and interests grow, you can always add more supplies to your collection, such as additional stamp sets, embellishments, and tools.

Plus, I’m always here for you to help you with your stamping … you may contact me with your questions, come to a class or join a club! I too have many options for your stamping experience.

Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!

Quick & Easy Dandy Designs Thank You Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have one more card from my quick & easy cut patterns I shared yesterday. It comes from the 4″ x 6″ pattern cut down to 5-1/4″ …. using the Dandy Designs as well and mounting it onto a Coastal Cabana cardbase.

The greeting comes from the Charming Sentiments stamp set and stamped with Coastal Cabana ink … I just cut the points off the square to create a look similar to the squares on the designer paper.

I punched 6 daisies out and layered them to create 3 flowers and added Coastal Cabana to the centers. These add so much dimension and texture to your card and they are cute!

Once those daisies are popped up with dimensionals, I added a little Wink of Stella to the centers to add a little sparkle. Not much else to say … this card is that simple, but will bring a smile to who ever receives it.

I think we all like making quick & cute cards ….

Thank you for stopping by today. Have a wonderful week.

Supply list for items used to create this card ….

Simply Sunday: Quick & Easy Cards with the Dandy Designs Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’ll share a few Quick & Easy cards that I created with the Dandy Designs Designer paper in the Sale-a-bration Catalog. The idea behind these creations is to “cut” your designer paper and use it! lol

We begin by cutting 4″ strips from our 12 x 12 Designer paper … then cut it in half (6″). From there we trim it down to 5-1/4″. This gives us a nice border around our card base, and that little left over piece can be used to decorate the inside of your card.

All of my cards have been embellished with the Medium Daisy Punch ….

With this quick & easy cut pattern, you can create 6 cards per sheet ….

This is just a representation of the cut pattern and NOT “exact” measurements.

Next up we have a 4″ x 4″ cut pattern with results in 9 cards per sheet. There are more ways to use both of these cut patterns. I’m just sharing the most popular / simple card designs. Also note that the peek of paper behind the designs cut is the reverse side of the these designer paper sheets.

This is just a representation of the cut pattern and NOT “exact” measurements.

On this card we are creating a card with the 4″ x 4″ square with a twist … We cut the square piece of designer paper diagonally … from corner to corner. Then you attach to card at opposite ends to create the “Split Card Technique”. How cool is that!

You can use this fun and easy technique with any designer paper but with 48 sheets in the Dandy Designs package you will have an endless supply of fun, and so many card possibilities. Dandy Designs is one of the choices in FREE merchandise during Sale-a-bration.

My last card also uses the 4″ x 4″ piece, however we trimmed it down a 1/4″ off the top and side so we could have a nice border around it …..

These quick & easy cards were all created during my LIVE presentation yesterday for my Catalog Launch party. I go LIVE on Tuesday Nights at 6:30 with New Products, Fun Folds or Techniques … always a fun time and great projects! Hope to see you there.

Thank you for stopping by this Sunday. Have a wonderful day ~

Supply List for today’s cards ….

Simply Sunday: Fancy Flora Designer Paper

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy New Year!! Today I have four cards to share with you that I created using the Fancy Flora Designer paper … yes, it is the paper you’ve seen the past couple days. This pattern is bright and colorful and full of texture. I paired it with the Adorable Owls, Gnomes and Banners!

I began with one pattern from the Fancy Flora paper and cut it into 4 – 3″ x 3″ piece …. thus the start of your 4 cards. I chose Basic Gray as my mat behind each of the pieces for my cards. The cards are simple yet cute cards so you will fall in love with how cute they are and how easy they are to make.

By matting the Fancy Flora designer paper it reminds me of a “framed” picture and the pattern is so fun and whimsical I thought it was perfect to add our Adorable Owl that are in the Sale-a-bration catalog that goes LIVE on January 5th. I used our Stampin’ Blends to color my owl and picked the Fresh Freesia cardstock for my base…. It’s Your Day was stamped three times. Keepin’ it Simple.

My second card has a different cards base … Soft Sea Foam. All of the colors I am using in todays cards coordinate with the designer paper. Again, using basic stamping and Stampin’ Blends for the owl.

Now we’re going to change it up a bit and use one of our gnomes ….

Isn’t it amazing how the same small piece of designer paper looks different when you add different elements. Owl little owls had a spring vibe and here you get a bit of winter … just like our weather! Snow one day … 40 degrees the next. Card base is Balmy Blue!

For my last card, I stepped it up a bit more …

The card base is Basic Gray and the card front is Fresh Freesia and then embossed with the Textured Paint Embossing Folder. I used the Balmy Blue, Basic Gray, and Fresh Freesia scraps to make my banners and the greeting comes from the Tulip stamp set.

Hope you enjoyed taking a peek at my quickie cards! We only have a few more days until the new catalogs go LIVE. I just adore those Adorable Owls and now you have seen that you can go from “fancy” to “fun” with the Fancy Flora designer paper.

Have a Happy New Year and a great day ~

Quick, Easy, & Fun Card Kits …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m excited to share with you a new line of creative products called the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! Stampin’ Up! has taken the guess work out of creativity and done the hard parts, and you get to do the fun stuff: craft! Each kit is all-inclusive and includes the predesigned projects, preprinted pieces, and even the adhesives you need to complete the projects.

Let’s learn a little bit more about the kits and what’s inside your kits…. Every collection kit is different but includes similar types of products.

In this video, Join Stampin’ Up! CEO Sara Douglass to find out about the product types, see how to use them, and learn some crafty terminology!

Here is a cute kit I have not seen yet so I checked out the video and thought I’d share it with you! It’s so cute and “beachy”!!

This is just one of the many kits available, just head over to my website to see them all … http://www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net

Thank you so much for checking out my blog today.

Have a fabulous day ~

Here are some of the card kits available …

Simply Sunday: Stamp & Die Organization

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a special post, I want to show you an amazing tip for organizing the Charming Sentiments bundle. Wow … this will really make your life easier, and it’s sooo simple!

There are many dies for the sentiments and this QUICK TIP will get you stamping much quicker and without the frustration of trying to match up these dies to your stamped images. Take a look at my video ….

WOW … how easy is that!? Now you will know exactly which dies coordinate with the sentiment you just stamped. I use StazOn ink because it’s permanent ink and its such a rich black color … it should not wear off, were as a lighter color might. With just a little preparation in the beginning … stamping and die cutting these will be a breeze.

I only take one image/die at a time. This way, they go back onto the die card the way they were on it. If you use a magnetic sheet for your dies, simply cover one side with cardstock and then you can begin stamping the sentiments on that … it will work just the same.

I love this quick tip, it has saved me so much time when making my cards, it’s no longer a drawn out match-fest, it is quick and easy to find the coordinating pieces …

Thank you for taking time out of your Sunday to visit … I hope you have a beautiful day.

Creating Textured Gift Bags!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share how fun and easy it is to add texture to our Ombre Gift Bags. They come in the 5 New In-Colors and each one is embossed with a different folder and decorated differently. The Gift bags and many of the items used to create them are are the retiring list.

Please join me, sit back, relax and watch the video and then I’ll share each of the bags including the Soft Succulent which is not seen in the video!

Alright … the cover gives away my surprise! I embossed the Soft Succulent bag with the “Painted Texture 3D” Embossing Folder, it’s so versatile and can be used with so many different styles. I wanted to showcase the new Pansy Petals Designer Series paper as well …

The greeting comes from the Pansy Patch bundle and is stamped in Soft Succulent to coordinate with the bag (and the designer paper). I then punched it out using the Elegant Tag Punch and adorned it with the Soft Succulent Open Weave Ribbon. I completed this bag by adding the Silver Epoxy Essentials.

The Fresh Freesia bag is the first I demonstrated in the video and uses the Magnolia 3D embossing folder … It’s simple but pretty!

I used the folder “side-ways” for this one and decorated it with the Expressions in Ink Ephemera Pack, both the gold elements and the adhesive backed sequins come in the pack!! The gold piece you see here is actually the outer part of the piece I use on my Polished Pink bag …

My Polished Pink bag is embossed with the Tasteful Textile 3D embossing folder and embellished with the our stunning Shimmer Vellum punched from the Medium Daisy Punch which I highlighted with the Expressions in Ink Ephemera Pack!

If you do not like the space on the bottom … you can emboss from the bottom and then your un-textured area will be on the top, that is how Jan Farring did her bags… this means you will have texture on both sides, since I came in from the top, mine is only textured on the front.

My Pale Papaya card is textured on both sides because we embossed side-ways to give it a totally different look …

I used the Hammered Metal 3D embossing folder to texture this back … I really love it embossed sideways, it really gives definition to that area. I highlighted it even more by adding an oval from the Shimmer Vellum and another pretty daisy!! I added the Clear Epoxy Dots from the Silver & Clear Epoxy Essentials to finish off my Gift bag.

I thought I’d have a little fun with the Evening Evergreen Gift Bag …

so I made it into a Christmas Gift Bag!! I used the Tidings of Christmas 6 x 6 Designer Paper and tied it up nicely with the Evening Evergreen Chevron Weave Ribbon.

I hope you enjoyed watching how easy it is to emboss these beautiful Gift Bags to give them some texture and then add a few embellishment (or more if you wish) to get them ready to “Gift”!

Thank you for joining me and checking out my video today …

I hope your day is a good one!

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: Beauty of Friendship Card Parade

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have a treat for you today … a simple yet beautiful Slim Line card and a parade of other cards that were created from the amazing Beauty of the Earth Suite. I will also be sharing some fun techniques on these cards so, grab a cup of coffee and sit back with me while we go through these creative gems!

I share these because the Beauty of Friendship Bundle is part of the Savings in Bloom promotion. I will share “all” of the items on sale at the bottom of my post.

First up is my Slimline cards, this card fits in a business size envelope … I’m using two different patterns from the Beauty of the Earth Designer paper and joined them together with the pretty Gold Fine Art Ribbon; it has a touch of sparkle, so I had to add the Genial Gems to keep the sparkle going.

The greeting comes from the Beauty of Friendship stamp set / bundle. I chose the Cinnamon Cider as a mat and Merry Merlot as my card base … they pull those colors out of the designer paper. I find this suite / bundle very gender neutral … who wouldn’t love these cards!

My second card I’m using the same pattern of the Beauty of the Earth Designer Series paper and the Beautiful Trees dies. Another simple card when using your Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine. The greeting comes from the Beauty of Friendship stamp set included in the bundle.

Ready to see another card using the same paper? The amazing thing is that each one looks sooo different! I used a landscape layout verses the portrait as I did on the first two cards and created this unique card. I also used Night of Navy on this card to pull out the blue in the designer paper.

I created the frame with the Stitched Rectangle Dies … I love this look, it’s new and fresh and highlights the designer paper. I added the tree and greeting from the bundle …

Now lets change things up a little by using a different pattern from our Beauty of the Earth Designer paper and a fun technique … the “Split Card Technique”. I’m using Old Olive and Early Espresso to coordinate with my designer paper. You can watch the video to see how to create this card yourself by CLICKING HERE!

Now I would like to bring in one of the “hottest designer papers” right now, and that is the NEW HORIZONS Designer paper … so many pretty patterns would work perfectly with the dies from the Beauty of the Earth bundle. The watercolor landscapes look so cool with the tree.

The next card I share with you has a card base is Early Espresso …. so is the tree itself, it made the Misty Moonlight designer paper from the Beauty of the Earth Designer paper really pop, and when I added the leaves to the trees … WOW! The leaves on the bottom are just another die cut of the top … just cut up into smaller pieces to lay upon the ground. So pretty!

The last card I have to share with you, has the same watercolor background paper that I used on the “You Inspire Me” card but I’m changing up the seasons. Once the leaves are gone … well, winter comes next, and it makes for the perfect Christmas card …

I just love this card and I used the Chalk pen and Wink of Stella to add snow to my tree! How fun is that! I just wanted to show you that this is not just another tree set, but a bundle / or suite that can be used for any season … or any reason!!

The Beauty of the Earth Suite is still available, but if you are just looking for the bundle … it’s 20% Off right now. I always wonder if Stampin’ Up! will retire a stamp set when they put it on sale … so if this is on your “Wish List”, you may want to consider getting it now and enjoy the extra savings!! You can click on any of the images below for details on the bundles or to begin shopping … it takes you directly to my store.

Thank you for joining me this Sunday for my card parade, I hope you enjoyed the many styles of cards. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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

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Hello Friend

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have another card from the Friendly Hello you’ll find in the Sale-a-bration Catalog. I decided to showcase the stamp set on this one, along with the pretty paper. It is all about the Fresh Freesia today!

And what better way to make the Freesia pop than to add Black to it!! The designer paper is used as is … I didn’t do anything to it, however, I took the look of the light leaves and recreated it on the Fresh Freesia piece of cardstock I used as my background. We simply stamped the leaf image using the White Craft Ink. I love the soft look and that it creates added depth to the card.

I stamped the flowers and greeting onto Basic White with the Momento Ink on a 3″ x 3″ square and added a black mat to make it pop. The flower was colored with the Fresh Freesia Stampin’ Blends and then added the Iridescent Rhinestones. That entire piece was popped up.

I think these fun rhinestones are perfect for this card … the large ones fit nicely into the centers of the flower, and I added three to draw your eye around the entire focal point. Besides, we all like a little bling now and then!

Thank you for joining me today … Have a great week!

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 ❤

This bundle is a Sale-a-bration item that you can receive for FREE Sale-a-bration with a qualifying purchase of $100 (before shipping / handling). CLICK HERE TO VIEW CATALOG

Simply Sunday: Friendly Hello

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I missed you yesterday as I was hosting my Virtual Kick Off Party for the Jan-Jun Mini and Sale-a-bration Catalogs … we had a blast! I showcased four product suites or bundles with one being the Friendly Hello from the Sale-a-bration Catalog.

The designer paper in this bundle is amazing ….

The pretty patterns are fun and playful and so easy to work with … they are so pretty the really wouldn’t need much to turn it into a card, and that is exactly what I demonstrated!

I chose the Granny Apple Green with White floral pattern …

I trimmed the designer paper to 5″ x 3-3/4″ … my mat is Basic White and cut to 5-1/4″ x 4″ and the Granny Apple Green card base is 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ and scored at 4-1/4″. Both cards I am sharing today are using the same paper and dimensions.

I simply layered my cardstock pieces … then added my greeting which comes from the Peaceful Moments stamp set and punched with the Label Me Lovely Punch. Add just a piece of the pretty new White 3/4″ Frayed Ribbon and a few Elegant Faceted Gems.

Now for the next card, I swapped out the White Mat for a Black one and wow …

For this card, I wanted to show that the dual floral stamp that is in the stamp set aligns with the flowers on your designer paper! I stamped it in Black to really bring that Granny Apple Green to a bolder level … who knew! lol You could add more black as both the different leaves have coordinating stamps.

I used that same stamp set ” Peaceful Moments” for my greeting, and just stamped it on a scrap piece of white which I turned into a banner! I made a black banner as well and put it behind the white. I used the NEW Classic Mat Dots to anchor my greeting.

Isn’t it amazing how the same paper can be changed up to create two different cards. I have only begun to work with this bundle. You can create tons of quick cards with this designer paper … and I have yet to share cards with the bird. Stay tuned, I have so much more to share!

This bundle is a Sale-a-bration item that you can receive for FREE Sale-a-bration with a qualifying purchase of $100 (before shipping / handling). CLICK HERE TO VIEW CATALOG

Thank you for hanging out with me today, and I hope you are just as excited as I am for this new bundle and you’re looking forward to seeing more. 🙂

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 ❤