Halloween will soon be creeping upon us … Be Ready!!

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend. Are you feeling like I do? That time is going by so fast, summer is officially over. I must admit it though … I love autumn. The cool air, the colors, the smells … yes, I love this time of year.

Halloween is nearly here, which means that Paper Pumpkin has been busy, busy, busy.  Stampin’ Up! thought you might like “a hand” with your frightful festivities, so they designed September’s kit, Bone Appétit, with YOU in mind.

This kit includes 20 food-safe treat boxes, a unique and exclusive Halloween stamp set, and a spooky, special-edition box. September’s kit also gives new meaning to the word “handmade.” (Cue the scary laughter!)

So don’t get left in the dark this Halloween. Subscribe at paperpumpkin.com by September 10 to get in on the fun.

To get your Halloween Crafting Paper Pumpkin, Sign up before September 10th at Paper Pumpkin

Thank you so much joining me today as I shared our Paper Pumpkin Crafting kits.  Stop back tomorrow as I will have some fun new things to share with you.

Have an awesome day ~

Designer Papers … Buy 3 – Get 1 FREE!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a closer look at the Designer Papers that are on sale …

 

Let’s begin with the Perennial Essence found on page 166 .. Please note the color pallets have been added to the papers.

See A Silhouette …

Come Sail Away …

Magnolia Lane …

Garden Lane …

Follow you Art…

Woven Threads …

Dinarour …

Bird Ballad …

Pressed Petals …

Here is a list of all the Designer Papers including the item numbers and cost.  Remember, it is Buy 3 of these delectable designer papers or get one for FREE.

Thank you so much and I’ll see you tomorrow …

 

 

 

 

Sailing Away: Bridge Fold Card …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Last night I held my “Sailing Away” Class … rescheduled because I was sick last week (Thanks Ladies) and we had a great time making some really amazing cards, learning a new technique and did two cards with cool fold cards.

One of these cards I am sharing with you today … it is the Bridge Fold card with a fun new technique I called Watercolor Waves.  I will try to explain it to you the best I can.  First let me show you the card …

We did this in Night of Navy cardstock and embellished it with the Come Sail Away Designer Series paper and the Sail Away Trinkets.  The greeting and sun were punched out using the 1-1/2″ Circle punch, the mat behind the greeting was die cut using one of the dies from the set included in the bundle.

The inner part of the card is Balmy Blue cardstock which was embossed 1/2 way up using the “High Seas” embossing folder.  Then we used the Wink of Stella pen and Night of Navy ink to watercolor over our waves.  Start with the darker shades at the bottom of the wave and as the ink comes off the brush, it gets lighter as you go up the wave.  Once dry (and it dries pretty fast) use a sponge dauber and the White Craft Ink to sponge the tops of the waves … creating white caps!

The “bridge” that goes across the card was done in Night of Navy and Balmy Blue wrapped in the Night of Navy / Sahara Sand Bakers Twine.  Everything coordinates so nicely and can be found on pages 144 – 146 in the Come Sail Away Suite.  That can now be purchased with just one number, and includes the “Sailing Home” bundle of the stamp set and dies (at a 10% discount).

Don’t forget the Designer Series Paper in on Sale … Buy 3 / Get 1 FREE.

Hope you enjoyed today’s card as much as I enjoyed designing it and sharing it with my class.

Thank you so much for sharing a part of your day with me.

Enjoy your Saturday ~

TODAY’S STAMPING SUPPLY LIST …

 

Did you know …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We are over the hump and 1 day closer to the weekend!! I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait!!

For some of my newer subscribers, I was wondering if you have found me on Pinterest?  I have many boards filled with samples, techniques, yummy foods and things I like which include Discovering Beautiful Wisconsin and of course, Lighthouses!!

Here are a few of my featured boards …

Check my Pinterest page HERE and I would be honored if you followed some or all of my boards … Thank you!!

Have an awesome day & I’ll see you tomorrow ~

Celebrate with Cake

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Take a look at Celebrate with Cake by Stampin’ Up! in the new Beginner Brochure. If you are new to stamping or creating cards this video is for you. With custom note cards and envelopes, you cannot lose when creating these cards for yourself or others.

Don’t forget!  Our DESIGNER SERIES PAPER SALE BEGINS TODAY ….

Here is a list of the beautiful papers that are going to be on the sale …

Enjoy your Wednesday and thank you for stopping in for a visit.

Let me know if you would like more information on the Experience Creativity Brochure … our Annual Catalog or the New Holiday Catalog.

Designer Series Paper Card Parade … Day 2

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you enjoyed the card share yesterday … today I have another set of cards I’d like to share with you that were created with the Designer Papers that are going on sale tomorrow!!  The holiday catalog will also go live … if you have questions or need help, let me know.

We all love gorgeous Designer Series Paper—I’m no different. By popular demand, Stampin’ Up! is bringing back the Designer Series Paper Sale! During September 4–30, you can buy three packages of select Designer Series Paper, and get one FREE! Take advantage of this excellent opportunity, and get ready to create with lots and lots of pretty paper!
Here is a list of the beautiful papers that are going to be on the sale …

Here are a few samples of cards that I have shared previously using the beautiful designer papers ….

PERENNIAL ESSENCE …

COME SAIL AWAY …

MAGNOLIA LANE …

FOLLOW YOUR ART …

DINOROAR ….

BIRD BALLAD ….

I also want to let you know that I have a few spots left for my Stampin’ Technique Clubs ….  Will you join me?

And my “Halloween Bash” Class …

You can contact me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com or call 262-334-1009 to join one of the Clubs or  RSVP for the Halloween Class

Thank you for stopping back today to check out my second set of cards.

Stay dry … it’s a bit rainy today.

Designer Series Paper Card Parade …

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Happy Labor Day to you!! I hope you have been enjoying your long holiday weekend.

Labor Day signifies the beginning of fall … kids return to school, pumpkins and pumpkin spice everything, the Holiday Catalog goes live in 2 days and so does our fabulous Designer Series paper promotion!!

We all love gorgeous Designer Series Paper—I’m no different. By popular demand, Stampin’ Up! is bringing back the Designer Series Paper Sale! During September 4–30, you can buy three packages of select Designer Series Paper, and get one FREE! Take advantage of this excellent opportunity, and get ready to create with lots and lots of pretty paper!
Here is a list of the beautiful papers that are going to be on the sale …

Here are a few samples of cards that I have shared previously using the beautiful designer papers ….

PERENNIAL ESSENCE …

COME SAIL AWAY …

MAGNOLIA LANE …

GARDEN LANE …

DINOROAR ….

BIRD BALLAD ….

I also want to let you know that I have a few spots left for my Stampin’ Technique Clubs ….

And my “Halloween Bash” Class …

You can contact me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com or call 262-334-1009 to join one of the Clubs or  RSVP for the Halloween Class

Enjoy the rest of your holiday and I hope to see you soon …
Thanks for sharing a part of your day with me today.

Simply Sunday: Scrapbooking Halloween from Scraps!

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share with you a quick -n- easy scrapbook page that was created out of scraps!

Our clubs had created a card where we were punched out colors of cardstock with our 2″ Circle punch so we ended up with a whole bunch of left over circles.  Not wanting anything to go to waste, I used the circles to create the background for today’s scrapbook page.  I simply just glued the circles on using the Tombo Multi-Glue.

The title was created from my computer, the kitty’s were created from the retired “Spooky Night” Designer Series paper… but our cat punch is still available to punch kitties for your page.  I thought it was appropriate since she was dressed as a little kitty cat!

Don’t ever pass up the chance to use up your scraps … this was fun and easy to create!

Still time to join me and your fellow stampers for a Stamp Club …

Thanks for checking out my blog today.

Hope you day is a beautiful one!

Today’s Supplies used to create the scrapbook page … 

 

Halloween Bash Stamp Class Announcement …

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Step fright this was as I invite you in to my chambers for a Spooktacular event … My Halloween Bash Stamp Class!  It’s going to be a thriller of a night as we create 5 bewitching Halloween projects!  Don’t be a zombie on Friday the 13th of September, mark your calendar (or grave stone) and join your fellow stampers for an eerily good time …

The cost for the Halloween Bash Stamp Class is only $25.00 and includes all of your Halloween Bash supplies, embellishments, envelopes and anything extra to complete your projects (something sweet perhaps?) This is the perfect class if you are looking for special cards / gift ideas for our favorite spooky holiday … Halloween .

The only thing you need to bring is your favorite adhesive … everything else is ready for you!

Join us for a fun evening out stamping * snacking * creating * and meeting new friends (or bring yours along!)

 

I am so excited to be able to invite you to our 2019-20 Stamp Clubs!!

My clubs are starting in September and we’re looking forward to stamping with you!  This years Stamp Clubs will be highlighting Techniques and Fun Folds, plus I’ll be celebrating 20 years with Stampin’ Up! So expect more fun and surprises throughout the year.

There is no cost to the stamp club, however a $30 Minimum Order is required. You get what your ordered, plus a minimum of 2 projects and instructions!
* The minimum order allows each club member to receive HOSTESS BENEFITS for one month (more FREE stamping goodies)

Call me to reserve your spot at [262] 334-1009

Join the Club & Make new friends!

Monsterversary …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Hope you had a great weekend and that you had a chance to check out yesterdays Monster Bash card. A quick -n- simple card with plenty of “spooky” and cute Halloween characters. Speaking of those bewitching characters … we’re joining them to celebrate an anniversary today! I fell in love with the beautiful filigree designer paper, so that will be the base of todays card …

Our anniversary couple was cut from another fun pattern of the Monster Bash Designer paper and I painted the frame with … you guessed it “Wink of Stella”. I just had to add a little glitz to the anniversary card.

The frame was die cut using one of the elaborate frames from the Ornate Frames Dies in the suite … because this one was not the height I needed, I again the cut it in half lengthwise and adhered it to the back to create a mat.  This left a gap between the top and bottom, so I tucked in the beautiful Black Glittered Organdy Ribbon ribbon!! The added sparkle pairs nicely with the Wink of Stella.

The greeting comes in the “Itty Bitty Greeting” stamp set from the Annual Catalog. I stamped into onto Whisper White and cut it out using another of the dies from the Ornate Frames Dies included in the bundle. Then I used one large black enamel dot and two of the small dots from the Monster Bash Enamel shaped and popped the entire assembly onto the card with our Stampin’ Dimensionals.

I find this Monster Bash product suite so fun to create with.  In fact, watch for a fun class announcement this week. If you love all things Halloween, you are going to love this upcoming class.  Make sure your on my mailing list and / or follow my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page.  

Thank you for sharing your day with me!

Have a great day.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST: I have listed the entire Monster Bash Suite (One number and you’ve got it all) and the bundle, along with each product I used seprately. There is a 10% Discount on the Bundle (including when you purchase it in the suite).

 

Simply Sunday: Monster Bash Suite

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

With the Holiday Catalog going live in a little more than a week, I just couldn’t wait to share a bit of the SPOOKY side today.  I am using products from the Monster Bash suite … keeping it simple but the pattern I picked from the Monster Bash Designer paper, you don’t need much else! This pattern boosts Haunted Houses, Vampires, Bats and more …

With just this dazzling piece of designer paper, some layering of Basic Black and Pumpkin Pie, topped off with a simple greeting … you have a cute card!

The greeting comes in the coordinating “Spooktacular Bash” stamp set. I stamped into onto the Paper Pumpkin cardstock and punched it out using the Tailored Tag punch, the punched out another piece in Basic Black … cut it in half lengthwise and adhered it to the back to create a mat.  I used the large black enamel dots from the Monster Bash Enamel shaped and popped it onto the card with our Stampin’ Dimensionals.

The inside greeting also comes from the “Spooktacular Bash” stamp set and was stamped onto the Very Vanilla cardstock.  I then punched a 1-1/2″ circle from a piece of scrap cardstock and used it as a “mask” so I could sponge a moon onto the card … just to add a little more drama. I used Crushed Curry for my moon, which coordinates with the Monster Bash Designer paper!

I like to cut one sheet from each designer paper pack into 4′ x 6″ pieces … this forces me to use my cardstock and quit hoarding it!! lol  I can then trim the pieces down to fit my card, which I did here and then used the piece I trimmed off to compliment the inside of the card. It’s so cute.

Hope you enjoyed the card.  Sorry for the late post today … I spent Friday with my great-grandson, daughter and grand-daughter shopping and going to the movies.  We went to see Toy Story 4, and yes, I cried!!   And Saturday was Eileen’s sons 50th birthday … so we spent the entire day and late into the evening with him. Needless to say, I did not get much stamping done this weekend!

Thank you so much for joining me today, I’ll be back tomorrow at my usual time with another great card.

Have a beautiful day.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST: I have listed the entire Monster Bash Suite (One number and you’ve got it all) and the bundle, along with each product I used seprately. There is a 10% Discount on the Bundle (including when you purchase it in the suite).

 

Two a Wild Rose Trio …

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

If you’re loving the “To A Wild Rose” bundle … I have a great offer for you! This has been posted before and I just wanted to remind everyone that if you purchase the “TO A WILD ROSE” bundle from me by August 31st, 2019, I will send you all 3 cards with directions and tips to recreate them yourself!! You will also receive a Virtual Rewards point!! You get a Rewards point for each $50 (before ship&taxes) USE HOSTESS CODE: ARQ3KZ9U and place your order by August. 31st. 2019. Cards are ready and will ship as soon as I get your order notification! 

The “True Friendship” card is done with the basic stamping technique of “Color on Color” … I love going back to the basics sometimes, then the technique of sponging color onto the image really adds a soft beautiful touch to the card ….

Today, my “Hello” card features the “Coloring with Stampin’ Blends” technique …

Before I decided how my card would look, I chose my color pallet; Whisper White and Highland Heather. I stamped the rose image with the Momento ink and began to color it with the Highland Heather Stampin’ Blends Duo. I begin by coloring a petal with the light marker, then add the dark marker at the part of the petal that is closest to the center and over the lines in the rose. Then I go back over the dark with the lighter marker to blend the colors … you can always add a little more dark again. I leave the edges of the petals as light as I can.

The center is colored with the Daffodil Delight Dark Stampin’ Marker and then the rose is die cut.  The leaves cut from Pear Pizzazz cardstock.  The lattice piece was cut in Whisper White and Highland Heather and then layered to create an added dimension to the card.  The white base was stamped with the “Hello” from the stamp set and then the entire piece was embossed using the “Subtle” Folder.

Have you fallen in love with this amazing bundle yet?  I find it so versatile and easy to use. How would you like these cards?

I have a SPECIAL OFFER FOR YOU …

If you purchase the “TO A WILD ROSE” bundle from me by August 31st, 2019, I will send you all 3 cards with directions and tips to recreate them yourself!!  You will also receive a Virtual Rewards point!! You get a Rewards point for each $50 (before ship&taxes)  USE HOSTESS CODE: ARQ3KZ9U and place your order by August. 31st. 2019.  I’ve been working on these cards all week so I’ll have them ready to ship as soon as I get your order notification!  Wooo Hooo … they are prettier in person. The blog does not do them justice!

  • I have a special tip for my “HELLO” card that I will be sharing ONLY in the instructions sent with your cards when your purchase the bundle!

Thank you for joining me today and checking out my third To A Wild Rose Card Technique. Let me know if you have any questions on the cards shared today.

Hope your day is filled with beauty … pass it on.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … Click on any image for details about the product or to begin your shopping experience. Clicking on it directs you to my website.  Thank you!!

 

Come Sail Away Class Announcement

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

From the moment I opened the catalog I was on the hunt for the Lighthouse I saw on the front cover! The cover of our annual catalog boosts two of my favorite stamp sets. I’ve held a Magnolia class and now I’m offering you the opportunity to join me for a fun night stamping with the amazing Come Sail Away product suite.

I have already shared several cards with you and now I have created even more that you are sure to fall in love with.  The class will be held on Thursday, August 29th at 6:30 pm start time and costs $20.00.  This includes your pre-cut projects, accessories and envlopes.

Here are a few of the cards that I have shared earlier …

Have you fallen in love with this set yet? This is the perfect masculine stamp set or for our nautical / lake lovers. Or for those of you like me who are totally enchanted by lighthouses.

I always like to pop in a fun technique and a unique fold card into my classes … you’ll be thrilled with the cards from this class.  I hope you can join me and your fellow stampers for a great night out, fab cards and loads of fun. Not to mention some yummy snacks.

You can call me at (262) 334-1009 or email me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com to RSVP.

Thanks so much for the visit today, I hope your day is a good one.

Two on Tuesday …

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

This month’s Paper Pumpkin kit gives you a fun, fall-themed crafting experience with our richly-hued treat bags that mirror the splendor of autumn. You’ll have everything you need for teachers, Thanksgiving, and more. You can also use the kit elements to make cards with our exclusive, elegant card add-on bundle.

So when the evenings turn cool and it’s time to pull on a sweater, you’ll have plenty of crafting to do thanks to Paper Pumpkin. Order the Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle (item 152885) via MY Stampin’ Store while supplies last. And see how to make the fabulous Gift of Fall kit in our unboxing video!

So cute right!  Love this time of year and our next Paper Pumpkin is ripe for Halloween! Perfect timing if you need a “hand” crafting your Halloween projects.  I can’t wait to see this one …

To get your Halloween Crafting Paper Pumpkin, Sign up before September 10th at Paper Pumpkin

Thank you so much joining me today as I shared our Paper Pumpkin Crafting kits.  Stop back tomorrow as I will have some fun new things to share with you.

Have an awesome day ~

Stamp Clubs Now Forming …

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am so excited to be able to invite you to our 2019-20 Stamp Clubs!! My clubs are starting in September and we’re looking forward to stamping with you!

This years Stamp Clubs will be highlighting Techniques and Fun Folds, plus I’ll be celebrating 20 years with Stampin’ Up! So expect more fun and surprises throughout the year.

Join either the
Wednesday Night Club at 6:30 pm
or
Saturday Morning Club at 9 am

There is no cost to the stamp club, however a $30 Minimum Order is required. You get what your ordered, plus a minimum of 2 projects and instructions!
* The minimum order allows each club member to receive HOSTESS BENEFITS for one month (more FREE stamping goodies)

We will meet for 10 months … September through June
taking a break for the summer! July & August off.

If you have a group of friends / family and would like to have a Private Stamp Night
Contact me and we’ll set something up. You must have a minimum of 8 participants.

Interested in an OnLine Club … Contact me for details.
Reserve YOUR Spot HERE

Or call me to reserve your spot at [262] 334-1009

Join the Club & Make new friends!

Get Sneak Peeks on New Items!

Learn FUN Techniques w/Instructions!

Learn Fun Folds w/Instructions!

Join me and meet like minded stampers and learn “hands on” with fun techniques, new products and accesories, and meet some amazing people.

Reserve YOUR Spot HERE or call me at [262]334-1009

Linda Schnabel / 262-334-1009
Website: http://www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net
Blog: http://lindasstampinescape.com