Category Archives: Thank You

A World of Thanks!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Little change is plans, the card I was going to share with you will be posted on Saturday. Today I wanted to share a “World of Thanks” with you.

Last night I had the pleasure of stamping with some wonderful ladies! Some new faces and some I haven’t seen it a while … it was so nice. We had a fun night.

So … here’s a “Thank you” to all my stampin’ friends who stamp with me and to all my on-line shoppers. You all make my job as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator a breeze!

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I have a special on-line shopper who has chosen me as their demonstrator but because she has chosen the “No Contact” I cannot send a Thank You card… so please know that I appreciate you!

Love this card … how elegant and simple it is. Created with the World of Thanks stamp set.

Thanks so much for popping in on me today.  I will be back tomorrow with my “promised” card.

Have a wonderful Friday … Hope it kicks off your weekend well.

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TODAY’S THE DAY!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today’s the day we kick off the Occasions and Sale-a-bration Catalogs!  Woooo Hoooo!

I have shown you samples from the Botanicals bundle and that there is a Sale-a-bration stamp set that was designed to coordinate, so today you can see them combined!!

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One more surprise … see the beautiful vellum over the “thanks” card? It’s also a Sale-a-bration item!! The beautiful “Botanical Gardens” Designer Vellum can be yours with a $50 min. purchase (before ship/tax).

Vellum sheets embossed with white printing make gorgeous accents, invitations, and overlays. Or layer it over your favorite cardstock or Designer Series Paper to add color. See what you can do with a simple but elegant stack of paper.

Watch the video …

I am so excited to share these projects with you … I look forward to sharing some of the other stamp sets and accessories as well.

Please let me know if you have any questions on how you can get any of the Sale-a-bration items!!

I didn’t forget ….

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW WEEKLY DEALS

Thank you for joining me today~

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Sneak Peek & Happy New Year!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends and a Very Happy New Year to you!

I have enjoyed sharing samples and tips with you this past year … I appreciate you taking time out of your busy schedule to check out my blog. And a huge Thank You for designating me as your demonstrator when you place your orders. I am grateful for your support.

Today I want to share a card with you that expresses my gratitude …

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I just had to share the new “Botanical Builder” Framelits Dies and of course I teamed it up with the “Botanical Gardens” Designer Series paper.

Want to hear something really exciting? Stampin’ Up! not only bundled the framelits with the fabulous stamp set “Botanical Blooms” but they included the Designer Paper!! That really excites me because this fabulous bundle qualifies you for a FREE Sale-a-bration item!

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Don’t you love the larger flower and how it cuts to create a double flower. What a quick and easy way to add dimension to your card, and besides … it just looks cool!

I also used the cute “Expressions Natural Elements” … I left them natural because I thought it looked best with the designer paper. Did you know that you can dye them by sponging ink directly onto them or heat emboss them to create a metallic look.

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Thanks for coming over to my blog today … I  look forward to bringing you even more card samples, scrapbook pages, and stampin’ tips! Also watch for more stamp camps, specialty classes and as always our Spring & Fall retreats.

I wish for you a year full of friends, good health, and what your heart desires.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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Circle of Spring Stamp set

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I hope you have a fabulous Thanksgiving! We had a nice day … with 5 generations in attendance!  We wanted to get a picture but my granddaughter Shayla had to work, so we’ll be getting together very soon to get that picture.

Today I have a quick post for you since it is the holiday for most. Two sweet projects created with the Circle of Spring Stamp set.  Can’t you tell I’m not ready for snow!!

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Cute right! Now image the same layout but with the “Peaceful Wreath” stamp set … a little Christmas Idea for you.

I have a treat for you … the instructions! Just click on the link below and you will be able to print out the instruction sheet for both of these cute project.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for dropping by, I’ll be back tomorrow with a surprise!!

Have a wonderful day,

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Thankful …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I would like to share with you a card that my Technique Clubs made this month. Our technique was “Embossing Embellishments”. It is a simple way to enhance the fabulous embellishments you have at home.

On our card today, we embossed our “Very Vintage Designer Buttons”. They are pretty just the way they are, but with a little gold embossing powder they turn into a true vintage treasure!

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Our button is kissed with the “Gold Bakers Twine” – attached with a glue dot. Trust me, this is one that you do not want to string through the button holes! Just tie it in a bow and use the Mini Glue Dot to attached – easy peasy!

The leaves are stamped from our “Vintage Leaves” stamp set and cut out with the coordinating “Leaflets” Framelits… These can be bundled to save 15% off your purchase. They are laid upon the pretty Olive checkered designer paper from the Farmers Market Designer Series Paper.

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The entire card front along with the leaves and buttons were popped up with the dimensionals to create depth and texture to the card.

Last but not least is our “Thankful” greeting which comes from the Hostess stamp set; Six Sayings. You will have to host a stampin’ party (either book or home) or purchase the hostess minimum to obtain this set.  That’s easy too … just call together a few of your friends, and contact me for anything you may need.

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I am “Thankful” you are visiting my blog ~

Have a wonderful day!

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Natural Expressions …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share with you a post from the Stampin’ Up! blog “Inspired By”. The beautiful projects were created by fellow demonstrator Teneale Williams who was on our Artisan Design Team 2014-15.  She is very talented & I’ve enjoyed reading her blog as well.

Please enjoy …

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Today I’m (Teneale Williams) sharing some ideas on adding a little rustic charm to your projects.

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Our Expressions Natural Elements (item #138395) feature wood veneer words and come with five of each greeting.

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To enhance the wooden texture of the Expressions Natural Elements, apply a few strokes of ink across the grain of the wood using a Stampin’ Write Marker. I used Soft Suede and Early Espresso from the Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers collection (item #131261). (It is fine to leave small sections without ink.)

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Lightly sand the surface; I used a nail file.

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Leaves are the second element in my projects. I clear-embossed on Mossy Meadow Cardstock (item #133676) using the Vintage Leaves Photopolymer Stamp Set (item #138802). For a look more rustic look, I shaped the leaves using a Bone Folder (item #102300) by rolling it over the surface and applying pressure to the midrib of the leaf. For best results, do this on a soft surface, like the Stampin’ Pierce Mat (item #126199).

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Bringing together the previous elements, here is the first card. I’ve looped Linen Thread (item #104199) and used it to frame the leaves with the wooden greeting sitting on top.

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For the second card, I used the larger maple leaf from Vintage Leaves. I clear-embossed the leaf, then cut it out and shaped it using the Bone Folder. This time I stepped up the design by adding a piece of Mossy Meadow 5/8″ Striped Cotton Ribbon (item #138419) and Home for Christmas Enamel Dots (item #140536) in Very Vanilla.

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For the final item I clear-embossed the maple leaf on a Takeout Box (item #135827) and tied a bow around it with Mossy Meadow 5/8″ Striped Cotton Ribbon (item #138419).

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Artisan Design Team 2014–2015

I would like to thank Teneale Williams for sharing her projects on the “Get Inspired” blog by Stampin’ Up!  Didn’t you just love her projects? My favorite is the Maple leaf … What is yours?

Thanks for stopping by ~

I hope you have a great day!

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Thank You in Blackberry Bliss …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I just have to squeeze in one more card sample using the Painted Blooms Designer Series paper! So many designs, so many colors, so many uses! 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs. 12″ x 12″ Acid free, lignin free… and it coordinates with Blackberry Bliss, Blushing Bride, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Rose Red, Sahara Sand, Soft Sky, Whisper White, Wild Wasabi.

Today I’m going to share one of the cards that we made at the 2015 Spring Stampin’ Retreat. On this card they learned how to create this unique card using the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch …

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You can see that we used the Blackberry Bliss flowers. I thought they went well with the flower from the “Petal Potpourri” stamp set. Create a bouquet, a garden, or a single perfect bloom. These Two-Step stamps give you so many creative options–combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want.

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I used Blackberry Bliss, Wild Wasabi and Daffodil Delight inks to create the front floral piece. The greeting comes from the “Hey You” stamp set.

This stamp set was the “Pillow Gift” our guests received Saturday night when they returned to their rooms. This cute little clear mount set includes three greetings that work with some of the most frequent card-giving occasions.

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The card was finished off with the Daffodil Delight 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon all tied up in a bow. What a fun way to open a card … it will be just like opening a present!

Don’t forget that the Painted Blooms Designer Paper is on the Weekly Deals list for only $8.21 and the “Hey You” stamp set is currently on the retired list … and on sale!! Only a few days remain to get the items you wanted from the retirement list.

I have a list of ingredients below … just click on the items description for more information or to begin your purchase.

Thank you for stopping by …

and enjoy your day!

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Remember the Fallen … Memorial Day

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have a special card I would like to share with you. It’s my way of saying “Thank You” and pay my respects for those who have fought and served our country … but did not make it home.

Today is the day we pay our respect for those who gave all to give us the freedoms we enjoy.

A simple “Thank You” card made with the Pleasant Poppies stamp set…

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I embossed them in black and colored them in with the new Watermelon Wonder maker… The base card is also in the Watermelon Wonder. I was going to use the Calypso Coral, but this was closer to the color I picture poppies as.

The “Thank You” comes from the “Celebrate Baby” stamp set. I love this set and I’m sorry it is on the discontinued list.  I added a Vintage Brad to give my card a little brass, and to finish it off … I simple spritzed a bit of black to create a more interesting background.

Enjoy your Memorial day … and take a moment to remember those who paid the ultimate price to keep our country free.

Thank you for joining me today.

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Parade of Cards: Birthday Bash Designer Paper …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

As promised, I’m here today to share some fun cards created with the “Birthday Bash” designer series paper.  I couldn’t fit them all on one post, so I will share 3 with you today and 3 more tomorrow!!

I’m so excited to show you how fun and versatile this Birthday Bash DSP really is….

Let’s start out with a birthday card with party hats! Party hats? Really … Sure! You’re never too old to party! This cute stamp comes from one of our Hostess stamp sets “Let You’re Hair Down”.

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I have to show you the inside too because the verse inside is too cute …

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My second card is is a banner card, and the greeting comes from the stamp set “Big News”.  How appropriate is that considering you just got a sneak peek at a totally fun new product that will be introduced in the new catalog!  Let me just say this one item “punched” out all three sizes of the banners!

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Here’s a peek inside …

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My last card for today showcases each side of the same piece of designer paper … I love the two sided paper! The greeting is from the stamp set “Million and One”. I just adore this font, and so sad this set will be retiring in only a few more days!

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The current catalog sales period ends on June 2nd … so as much as we are sad to say goodbye to some of our favorites, you are going to be just as excited to see the new catalog!!

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Thank you for joining me for today’s parade of cards, and remember … I will have 3 more for you tomorrow using the Birthday Bash Designer paper.

Have yourself and fabulous day!

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Throw Back Thursday … Stampin’ Style!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’d like to share with you cards I’ve created with the fabulous “Timeless Talk” stamp set. This stamp set is on the retirement list … you know I’ll be sad to see it go, it was my favorite stamp set when it was introduced.

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Some inventions are timeless no matter how many generations go by and how much technology changes. They may not be iPods or cell phones, but these clear mount images are too cool not to love Set Quantity: 7. “Timeless Talk” first appeared in 2014-2015 Annual Catalog.

So come with me through a walk back in time and enjoy the following cards…

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Not sure I’ll be able to sell this set … not for a while anyway, it’s too easy to create awesome cards that work well for men or women! If you’d like to purchase this set before it retires … CLICK HERE.

To view more retiring products … Click Here.

Thanks so much for joining me and reminiscing over this fun and fabulous stamp set.

Enjoy your day ~

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Throw Back Thursday … Remembering When

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I thought I would do something a little different, something fun …

In March 2000 I became a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, so I have been celebrating my 15 years in many ways, and there are still more celebrations to come.

Today I’d like to share a bit of those past 15 years ….

I will have to start with 2003 – I don’t have any digital pictures to share from before that.

I’ve always loved this verse, and it’s so true … Many have come and gone throughout the 15 years, but you have all touched my life and I am so grateful that you have been part of this journey.

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“Home is Where Your Heart Is” was our very first Ronald McDonald stamp set. As you know, with each sale of a RMHC stamp set a donation is made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities serving terminally ill children and their families as well as an annual contribution of $100,000.

I’m so proud to be associated with a company who so strongly believes in giving back, not only to their community but around the globe.

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One of my favorites …. the covered bridges. Oh how I wish these would come back!

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My very first Stampin’ Up! cruise ALASKA!! … I couldn’t have done it with out you!Alaska cruise 001OMG … We were walking on a glacier!! Better yet, we took a helicopter to get to there. It was amazing, simply amazing. Thank you.

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Convention 2004 with my stampin’ sisters!

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This is the card that won my 2004 Christmas Card contest. The cards were put on my website and you voted. I should do that again … it was fun, and you ladies sent in some great cards!

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These two cards are from the 2007 Sale-a-bration Stamp Camp. Love that little fishie, and the word search background stamp was fun, fun, fun!

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This yummy card was from our 2008 Kick-Off party! I think I still have a bunch of those beads in my back room! lol (With a whole lot of other stuff)

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Our 2009 Incentive Trip to Hawaii. I don’t look that good in this picture, but our dancer does!

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I had the privilege to go to the Arizona memorial and Pearl Harbor. Words cannot describe the feelings that I had while there. God Bless all the men and women who have or are serving our country.100_3217_0001b

2010 … 10 years! A gold pin with 2 diamonds from Stampin’ Up! and a surprise from my Thursday night Technique Club …

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Flowers, a superbly delicious cake, decorations and wine! I’ve always said “I’ve got the best stampin’ friends in the world!”

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2011 … The year we lost our sister Ruthie to Pancreatic Cancer. I would not have made it through that year if it hadn’t been for the love and support of my stampin’ friends, and my family. Ruthie was one of those people who was always happy … my inspiration, my sister, my friend. Miss youMEandRUTHIE

 

My 2012 Sale-a-bration / Mardi Gras Stamp Camp … Oh what fun that was! It’s about time I put some pictures of my stampin’ friends on here!!000_1069 Blossom Get Well Card

November 2012 … Our very first “STAMPIN’ RETREAT”.

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We had a full house and have since added Spring Retreats. It’s an all-inclusive stamping retreat … just bring your smile and your favorite adhesive, Eileen and I take care of the rest!

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Oh yes … and in the time honored tradition of Stampin’ Up! … we offer pillow gifts to our guests as well. Stampin’ Up! is the perfect mentor for taking good care of their stampers!

2013 … I earned the incentive trip to beautiful San Diego and kicked off “Linda’s Stampin’ Escape” blog!sandiego-harbor-island_2009_600x450

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2014 … More stamp camps, more retreats, stamp clubs, etc.

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And what will 2015 and beyond hold? More fun, more friendships, more stamping!

I don’t want to get corny but my life really has changed because you are in it! We have laughed and we have cried, the love and support you have shown over the years is amazing. Love you guys!

Thanks for hanging out with me today and looking back at my past 15 years with Stampin’ Up! and you.

Have a beautiful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Cheryl G -and- Weekly Deals …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

We all know that our new Weekly Deals are released on Tuesdays, and I have them here for you, but first I wanted to share another of our Star’s Team Meeting Swap Cards with you!

My guest stamper today is Cheryl G.  Cheryl is our newest Star’s by Design Team member and joined during a kit promotion and has stayed in for the fun.

I host monthly meetings for my team, share information through newsletters and e-mails, host demonstrator retreats plus we also gather for our annual Star’s Summer and Christmas parties. Plus there are Stampin’ Up! events that we attend together! It’s a lot of fun … trust me, I’ve just celebrated my 15th year on March 10th!

Cheryl’s card has some of the best of our Occasions and Sale-a-bration catalogs …

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We all love our Circle Card Thinlets Die and that is what Cheryl has chosen for her base card. Hot, Hot, Hot in the Occasions catalog is the Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper it’s soooo pretty! And our Sale-a-bration item that is a huge hit this year is the Painted Blooms – the focal point on Cheryl’s card.

Cheryl’s card’s got me thinkin’ spring! How about you?

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We hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

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Regular Price: $15.95
Discounted Price: $11.96
Label Love Clear Stamp Set Item # 130622
Regular Price: $17.95
Discounted Price: $13.46
Crushed Curry Baker’s Twine Item # 134586
Regular Price: $2.95
Discounted Price: $2.21
Fringe Scissors Item # 133325
Regular Price: $9.95
Discounted Price: $7.46
Petite Petals Punch Item # 133322
Regular Price: $12.95
Discounted Price: $9.71
Epic Day Designer Washi Tape Item # 131269
Regular Price: $4.95
Discounted Price: $3.71
Gold Fancy Designer Vellum Foil Item # 133363
Regular Price: $10.95
Discounted Price: $8.21

Oh, Oh, Oh … can you guess which one is my favorite this week? Better yet, tell me which is “YOUR” favorite … I’d love to know! 🙂

To get full details on any of these items, just click on the items description and it will take you directly to the items page on my website.

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Thank you for stopping by today, it’s much appreciated!

Have a wonderful day ~

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S-A-B product of the Week: For Being You Stamp Set

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’d like to share with you one of the stamp sets released for Sale-a-bration.  You can share big thanks with the oversized sentiments in the For Being You Stamp Set. This stamp set is perfect for use with gift tags or packaging, as well as cards, scrapbook pages, and more! Layer the images, then color. This stamp set also coordinates with the Hearts Border Punch (Annual Catalog p. 222), making it simple to punch out rows of adorable little hearts.

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We want to thank our talented artists, Winona Semler and Stampin’ Up! 

THANKS! Glad you stopped by ~

Have a great day!

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THANKS … You Make my Heart Happy!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

What did you think about yesterday’s announcement … 4 more amazing Sale-a-Bration products released just for the month of March! Click on flyer to view …

I have a cute project to share with you today! As promised … I will be using the “This Day” Project Life by Stampin’ Up! Mini Card Collection that you will find in the Sale-a-Bration catalog.

I have teamed it up with 2 great products … First, our February Paper Pumpkin and second, our newest photopolymer stamp set … “Loving Amazing You”.

The results from combining these 3 projects are a bold, fun and simple project to create! Let’s begin with the cute little box that is enclosed in the Paper Pumpkin kit …

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I simply trimmed down one of the cards from the Project Life by Stampin’ Up! Mini Card Collection – “This Day”, then stamped the envelope from the “Loving Amazing You” stamp set in Daffodil Delight and topped it off with the greeting done in Pool Party.

It’s my representation on “Sending (the envelope) good wishes your way!

The inside of the card was super simple ….

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I trimmed down the cards to 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ and used the felt “T-H-A-N-K-S” from the Paper Pumpkin kit. I love the bright colors … it’s just so “FUN!!”. I think it looks like a party 🙂 

Ohhhh … what a great thank you card to give to that special person who got you that “just what I wanted” gift.

I finished it off by adding a cute little verse to the back … the sun is just another one of the cute cards enclosed in the Card Collection. All the stamps came from the “Loving Amazing You” stamp set.

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Hope you enjoyed my cute little project as much as I had fun making it! Quick and Simple, fun and cute!

Thanks much for stopping by today.

Brighten someone’s day … just by saying “THANKS” ~

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Say “THANKS” with style …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I’m going to show you an alternative project that you can do with your February Paper Pumpkin.

I really meant to post earlier but last night I was not feeling up to par so I sat down on the couch and before I knew it, it was about 3 am … with all the lights and TV on! Needless to say … I shut everything off and went to bed! Must have really needed sleep … lol.

Yesterday you got to watch the Stampin’ Up! video on how to make the Filled with Gratitude project, here’s mine …

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I took the negative (or leftover) piece of felt and decided to create something with that. First, you have to cut it because it comes 2 per sheet. I used a ruler to draw a line where I wanted to cut, then used my “Craft Scissors” … it works great!

Because the felt piece is larger than a regular size card, I designed it to fit into a business size envelope! You’ll need to cut your full piece of cardstock (I used Soft Suede) down to 9-3/4” x 7-7/8” and fold in half lengthwise.

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I really wanted it to pop so I matted it with the Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer paper! I did use Mini Glue Dots to hold the felt piece onto the glimmer paper.

I then popped up that piece with dimensionals and attached it to a piece of Pool Party and stamped “you’re the best” from the Simply Wonderful stamp set found in the Sale-a-bration catalog. The entire front was then attached to the Soft Suede.

Living a life of gratitude seems to bring more wonderful people in your life, so I try very hard to show people I appreciate them. If you have a special waitress, hairdresser or UPS man … this would be a great way to say “Thanks”!

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I’ve added a piece of Pool Party to the inside and punched a partial “Decorative Label” in the center, then trimmed the sides with the “Extra Large Oval”.

The “YOU’RE SIMPLY WONDERFUL” also comes from the Simply Wonderful stamp set found in the Sale-a-bration catalog. Once attached … just slip some cash or a gift certificate for a fun touch.

 

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I appreciate that you follow my posts. Let me know if there is anything special you would like me to showcase.

Have a wonderful day …

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