Category Archives: Stampin’ Up! card ideas

New Catalog Sneak Peek!

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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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Way to go Champ!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a fun card to share with you direct from the Stampin’ Up! files!

For a boy who loves to play, create our Champ card. It can be for anything, really: athletics, academics,  music, or an achievement in any of his other interests. Let’s begin with the “Skating By” stamp set …
way to go champ

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Fold a piece of Basic Gray Cardstock in half to create the card.
  • Adhere an uneven piece of Cherry on Top Designer Series Paper to the card.
  • Stamp the boy holding the trophy in Basic Black Archival ink on a piece of Shimmery White Cardstock.
  • Using the Aqua Painter, color the boy and trophy with Basic Gray, Blushing Bride, Cucumber Crush, Delightful Dijon, Early Espresso, Night of Navy, and Sahara Sand ink.
  • Adhere the stamped cardstock to the card.
  • Stamp the sentiment in Basic Gray ink on a separate piece of Shimmery White Cardstock. Cut out the sentiment and attach it to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Cute right … quick and easy so you can send it off to your little leaguer or soccer star!

Thanks for checking in with me today…

Have a great one!

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You Make Me Happy …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a quick and easy card for you. This cute card that can be used for almost any occasion and the banners are a hot trend for cards and scrapbooking!

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You’ve got options galore! A couple of pennants, basic shapes, sentiments, and even some washi tape-esque designs for fun gifts and packaging.

Perfect Pennants Clear-Mount Stamp Set 133230
Price: $22.00 $18.70

 

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This stamp set contains: 10 rubber stamps / Suggested clear blocks (sold separately) are b, and h .

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RETIRING STAMPS LIST / CLICK HERE

RETIRING “EVERYTHING ELSE” / CLICK HERE

These will be the most “up to date” lists as it is linked directly to Stampin’ Up! so as the items sell out, they will be removed from the list and you will not be able to order anymore.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Have an awesome day!!

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April Paper Pumpkin: Lovely Little Wreath

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It is my honor to share with you the following post from Stampin’ Up! that highlights the April Paper Pumpkin: Lovely Little Wreath kit.  I love the alternative projects they share in the post …

 

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Say hello to the Lovely Little Wreath! This adorable accent is the perfect addition to your springtime décor and makes a great gift for special occasions like Mother’s Day.

Usually we show three extra ideas for the kit, but this time our artist had so much fun that she came up with FIVE projects! So, what do a cactus, dinosaur, and Christmas have in common? Let’s find out.

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It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas, right? It’s easy to turn the Lovely Little Wreath into a holiday décor item. Simply swap out the yellow flowers for holly berries and use a holiday stamp on the chalkboard sign.

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Next, with Mother’s Day right around the corner, add some festive foliage to create a glamorous gift box for Mom. Use the chalkboard tags and Very Vanilla Craft Stampin’ Spot from the kit.

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Raise your hand if you’ve picked up on the cactus trend. They’re everywhere, right? Create some eye-catching cacti with beautiful desert blooms with the extra flowers and leaves from your kit.

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The bent leaves on the branches pop right off this prehistoric card. And, might we say . . . the end result is dino-mite!

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Finally, keep it simple with a smaller version of the wreath to create a stunning centerpiece for a card front.

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It’s always amazing to see what you can do with your Paper Pumpkin kit. Whether you want to change it up completely, or just use up the extra parts and pieces, the end result is always fun! If you’ve fallen in love with the Lovely Little Wreath, be sure to stock up on refills, while supplies last.

How do you like the FREE All about Everything Stamp Set that came with your April kit? Check out our YouTube channel for some project ideas and then use #allabouteverything to share your projects with us.

 

Thank you for stopping by today …

Hope yours is a good one!

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Welcome One and All …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a cute project set for you … a bag and card.

Welcome, {fill in the blank here}. Whatever—or whoever—needs to be welcomed, you’ll find the words to do it in this set. Create your own baby cards, new neighbor gifts, birthday cards, and more.

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The “Welcome Words” stamp set is a versatile stamp set that is found in the occasions catalog. This is one of the stamp sets on the RETIREMENT LIST so you may want to get it soon.

This is a Two-Step Stampin’ Photopolymer stamp set. You combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want. Quantity: 20 photopolymer stamps / Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, g, h

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RETIRING STAMPS LIST / CLICK HERE

RETIRING “EVERYTHING ELSE” / CLICK HERE

These will be the most “up to date” lists as it is linked directly to Stampin’ Up! so as the items sell out, they will be removed from the list and you will not be able to order anymore.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Have an awesome day!!

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Sparkle & Shine Before It’s Too Late!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I posted the retiring stamp sets and products for you … I will be putting the list on the side bar (right side of blog) so you can click on it. Stampin’ Up! updates it often so you know when items have been SOLD OUT.

I just want to remind you not to sit on that list too long, as there were items on the Clearance Rack that where newly listed and gone before my friends could place their order … Sad but True!

Today’s featured products …

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Today’s project share comes from Stampin’ Up! using the the Sparkle & Shine Stamp Set and Shine On Specialty Designer Series Paper.  You can give your cards and gifts a vibrant shine when you combine these two products and you can find them in the Occasions catalog. Make sure you get them before they retire!

Here are the lists again ….

RETIRING LIST / PDF File

RETIRING LIST / Excel File

Oh Yes ~ Don’t forget that all of the Exclusive Hostess Stamp Sets retire too … so if you want one of those beautiful sets … Gather your friends and have a book party, or place the order yourself – but do it soon! Here are just a few …

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A Whole Lot of Lovely                                   Best Thoughts                     Happy Birthday, Everyone

OK … I admit it, I have all three because each one works so well. “A Whole Lot of Lovely” is great for Thank You cards, the “Best Thoughts” is beautiful for friends, and “Happy Birthday, Everyone” needs no explanation and is my favorite! I love, love, love, the font!!

Please, please let me know if you have any questions on our retiring products … I don’t want you to miss out on anything.  Last year I saw stamp sets that were on the retiring list that sold out too! Don’t wait.

Thank you for checking out my blog today ~

I hope your Tuesday is Terrific!!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

To a Great Friend Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a card to share with you from the Stampin’ Up! files that is so cute and a cute stampin’ tip I didn’t want you to miss ….

Gallery_Sample_02.2015_This card is just full of fun techniques … First let me start with the “Irresistibly Yours” Designer Series Paper (the blue and white).

Color Me Irresistible Specialty Designer Series Paper by Stampin' Up!

It actually comes pre-embossed so you can make it any color you’d like! So whether you spritz the color on like shown in the picture above – and how they did it on our card, or use the sponges or sponge daubers … it’s fun and easy to create any color pallet you want!

The greeting comes from the “Simply Wonderful” stamp set (retired) and is stopped on a tag created using the “Scallop Tag Topper” Punch. What I loved about this and have never tried myself … was to turn the tag upside down!!  How cool is that … it created a whole new look!

Don’t forget my little “go to” flower punch from the “Itty Bitty” Accents punch pack. I add these to many of my cards to add a cute dimension. A little bling in the center and your set.

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Thank You for checking out my blog today. Please let me know if you have any questions on the card or the products that were used. Love to help you.

Have a fabulous Friday!

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STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST…

 

Class of 2016!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a card that Stampin’ Up! posted by one of their Artisan stampers: Amy O’Neill (Artisan Design Team 2015–2016).

I’ve seen so many birthday and anniversary cards done with the The Number of Years Stamp Set (item 140653) and coordinating Large Numbers Framelits Dies (item 140622) that I thought this was just perfect …

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Perfect timing and truly the first time I’ve seen a graduation card!  Love it… She began with a watercolor wash on our watercolor paper.

The “Congrats to You” sentiment comes from the Tin of Cards Stamp Set (item 138946) – one of my favorites.

Hope you enjoyed … thanks for dropping in.

Have a wonderful day ~

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You Make Me Happy

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

A quick post for you on this wonderful Wednesday. A cute card created by Stampin’ Up! that I thought I should share …

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There are day’s we’re looking for quick and easy cards and this one fits the bill! I like that this card is also gender neutral … well maybe we should take off the doily if you were going to give it to a man! You decide.

The color pallet fairs well with Crumb Cake and Pool Party Cardstock accented by the “Fresh Prints” designer series paper stack. The greeting is stamped in Real Red using the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set.

You will definitely want to make sure you pick up the “Banners Framelits” dies so you don’t have to fussy cut any of your banners … much quicker running it through the BigShot.

Quick -n- Easy … hope that’s how your day goes.

Thanks for dropping in on me today.

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Hello Spring

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Welcome to the weekend! Yeee Haaa!!

It’s been a long week so I’ll keep my post short, but I promise it’s packed with fun and informative stampin’ tips & instructions.

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Here are the instructions for our card ….

1. Fold an 8-1/2” x 5-1/2” (22 x 14 cm) piece of Sahara Sand Cardstock in half to create the card base.
2.Adhere a vertical strip of Neutrals Designer Series Paper (2” x 5-1/2”) (5 x 14 cm) to the center of the card.
3. Stamp the wreath image in VersaMark ink on a piece of Shimmery White Cardstock (4” x 4”) (10 x 10 cm). Pour White Stampin’ Emboss Powder over the image, shake off the excess powder, and heat emboss.
4. Daub Crushed Curry, Mint Macaron, Tip Top Taupe, and Watermelon Wonder ink over the embossed wreath using Sponge Daubers.
5. Spritz the wreath with water using the Stampin’ Spritzer for a watercolor effect. (Blot the image dry.)
6. Cut the wreath out using the Big Shot and the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies.
7. Place a few small Pearl Basic Jewels on the wreath.
8. Stamp the ribbon image in VersaMark ink. Pour Clear Stampin’ Emboss Powder over the image, shake off the excess powder, and heat emboss. Adhere the ribbon image to the top of the wreath.
9. Stamp the sentiment in Tip Top Taupe ink on a piece of Shimmery White Cardstock (2” x 2”) (5 x 5 cm).
10. Adhere the wreath over the sentiment using Stampin’ Dimensionals, then adhere the entire piece to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here are the instructions for the box  ….

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1. Cut the box from Bermuda Bay Cardstock using the Big Shot and the Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlits Die. Assemble the box.
2. Stamp the wreath image in VersaMark ink on Shimmery White Cardstock (4” x 4”) (10 x 10 cm). Pour Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder over the image, shake off any excess powder, and heat emboss.
3. Stamp three flowers in VersaMark ink on Shimmery White Cardstock (3” x 3”) (7.5 x 7.5 cm). Pour Silver Stampin’ Emboss powder over the images, shake off any excess powder, and heat emboss.
4. Stamp the sentiment in VersaMark ink on Shimmery White Cardstock (2” x 2”) (5 x 5 cm). Pour Silver Stampin’ Emboss Powder over the words, shake off any excess powder, and heat emboss. Cut out the sentiment using the Big Shot and the Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlits Dies.
5. Cut out the wreath and flowers using the Big Shot and the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies.
6. Cut the ribbon shape from Silver Glimmer Paper using the Big Shot and the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies.
7. Adhere the flowers and ribbon to the wreath using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
8.Tie the box closed with Whisper White 1/2” (1.3 cm) Seam Binding Ribbon (20”) (50 cm).
9. Place the wreath on the box, under the ribbon.
10. Tie the tag to the ribbon with Silver Metallic Thread.
Thank you for stopping by today … enjoy!
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Get your key supplies here …

HELLO Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m here to share a quick and easy card that was designed by Stampin’ Up! and was posted on my website.

For those of you who don’t frequent my website, you can find card samples, scrapbook pages and 3-D projects there too www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net  ⇐ Click on the link and it will take you to my “Idea’s Page” on my website.

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Stamps
• Best of Flowers Stamp Set
• Notable Notions Stamp Set
• Thanks & Hello Stamp Set

Paper
• Whisper White Cardstock
• 2013–2015 In Color Designer Series Paper Stack

Ink
• Basic Gray Classic Stampin’ Pad™
• Crushed Curry Classic Stampin’ Pad
• Regals Stampin’ Write™ Markers

Stampin’ Up! Accessories
• Regals Designer Buttons
• Stampin’ Dimensionals™
• Blender Pens
• 1-1/4″ Scallop Circle Punch
• Big Shot™
• Chalk Talk Framelits™ Dies
• Hole punch

Thanks much for stopping by ~

Have a good day!

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Hooray … You Did It!

Posted in 2016 Occasions Catalog, Sale-a-bration 2016, Stampin' Up! card ideas, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

A quick post today, I’ve been spending my time with my daughter who just had surgery. Surgery went well, but she is just trying to get the pain level down … we’re all thinking that it should be better today.

So today I’m sharing the “Hooray” card to celebrate Andrea’s successful surgery.

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We all wish her a speedy recovery … she’s not used to laying around, but I told her it was time she got to be the “princess”… lol

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Adhere a piece of Shine On Specialty Designer Series Paper to the Pool Party card.

2. Stamp the scallop image in VersaMark ink on Whisper White Cardstock, cover it with Silver Stampin’
Emboss Powder, and heat emboss it. Cut it out using the 1-3/4″ Circle Punch. Fold a piece of Pool Party
3/8″ Glitter Ribbon in half and snip the ends in a diagonal. Staple the circle to the top of the folded ribbon
using the Handheld Stapler.
3. Stamp “Hooray” in Calypso Coral ink on Whisper White Cardstock. Cut it out and adhere it to the top ofthe circle. Stamp “You did it” in Bermuda Bay ink and cut it out in a pennant shape. Also adhere it to thetop of the circle. Tie a piece of Whisper White Baker’s Twine into a bow and adhere it to the top of the
circle. Adhere the entire ribbon and circle piece to the front of the card.
4. Randomly adhere three or four individual silver sequins to the front of the card.
INGREDIENT LIST

Supply List

Thank you for stopping by today.
Have an awesome day ~
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It’s Your Day!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a fun card to share with you … instructions included! If your one of my stampin’ friends who can’t make it to one of my classes – I’ll bring a mini class to you!

Here is today’s card along with instructions and a list of ingredients needed to create the card!

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INSTRUCTIONS
1. Fold a piece of Whisper White Cardstock (8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″) (22 x 14) in half
to create the card.
2. Add strips of It’s My Party Designer Washi Tape to the card front.
3. Stamp the sentiment in VersaMark ink on a piece of Basic Black Cardstock
(2″ x 3-1/2″) (5 x 9 cm). Cover the sentiment with White Stampin’ Emboss Powder,
shake off any excess powder, and heat emboss.
4. Cut the top of the stamped cardstock into a tag using the Scalloped Tag
Topper Punch.
5. Adhere an enamel dot to the tag.
6. Cut multiple pieces of Baker’s Twine from the combo pack and add them to
the top of the tag.
7. Adhere the tag to the card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
8. Run a piece of Whisper White Cardstock (8″ x 5-1/4″) (20.5 x 13.5 cm) through the
Big Shot with the Party Pop-Up Thinlits Dies. Add pieces of It’s My Party Designer
Series Paper behind the cut out letters. Adhere the pop-up piece inside the card.
LIST OF INGREDIENTS …
Thanks for stopping by!  I’ll be back tomorrow with my “Simply Sunday” Series!
Have a wonderful weekend.
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You’re So Lovely …

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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.

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 …

 

Who wants a hug?? Bear Hugs that is!

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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 …