Two for Tuesday: Noble Peacock Suite …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you, two beautiful cards that were on the “Swap Boards” on the Stampin’ Up! Greek Isles Incentive trip created with the Noble Peacock product suite. I chose these two to share with you today because one features the stamped peacock and the other – the die cut peacock. Both cards include the Noble Peacock Specialty Designer  paper as well.

The card is embellished with two pieces of the stunning Noble Peacock Specialty Designer paper … one in Blueberry Bushel and one in Old Olive.  The beautiful peacock is die cut from the Noble Peacock Foil Sheets in Blueberry Bushel.

The greeting comes from the product suite / Royal Peacock Stamp Set and is die cut with the Layering Circle Framelits.

The second of the two has our peacock hand stamped …

The creator of this card did a beautiful job stamping and coloring the peacock. The greeting also comes from the stamp set that is included in the suite and / or bundle and is embellished with the Blueberry Bliss Foil paper.

As on the first card the background features the Noble Peacock Specialty Designer paper.  I wish I knew who the creators were for these cards, and truly sorry I did not participate in the swap!!

I do not have this suite yet, so that is one of the reasons I wanted to share these two cards … they were beautifully done and we all know that it so nice to see additional samples

Thank you for joining me today. I have a list of the ingredients for you below, and if you are in need of a demonstrator … I would be honored to be your creative coach.

           

If you love what you see and would love to get these items and more at a discount, consider joining my team. I’d love to show you the many ways to save on your purchases and get free goodies as a demonstrator as well … it’s a perfect time to test this out with our current promotion …

From July 1 until August 31, when you join the Stampin’ Up! family, you will receive an additional $30 to put towards product in your Starter Kit. THEN, you’ll receive a $10 coupon code the following month to spend on more products. This means you will get to pick out $155 worth of product for only $99 … then get a $10 coupon code to spend the month after you join us. PLUS … when you sign up with me, you will be a member of our Star’s by Design group.

Let me know if you have any questions regarding either of the promotions. I’m here to help you discover your stamping path!.

Have a wonderful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …. Remember that the product suites include the bundle, embossing folder, designer paper and foil sheets, plus the reversible ribbon and rhinestones! 

 

Card Samples from the upcoming Holiday Catalog!!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared with you the “Wrapped in Plaid” Suite and today I will share a few samples!! Our last stop on our cruise was Katakolon and on our way into port I saw a monst amazing sight … a Lighthouse!! Most of you know I am infatuated with them and to see them from another country … WOW!!

We planned our excursion to Olympia … birthplace of the Olympics. Another amazing site to behold.

I’m sad to say … I’m on my way home. What a wonderful experience and beautiful people I have met in Greece and on the ship. Our captain announced we will be going through the straights, where Italy was on our right and Sicily was to our left.  To my suprise … I was greeted with another lighthouse! I just love it … Greece and Lighthouses too! (And all the amazing Stampin’ Up! goodies for sure!)

In case you did not see yesterdays post, this is the Wrapped in Plaid suite from the Holiday catalog …

And here are a few samples from these awesome new products ….

One more …

I have so much more to share with you but I must go and get to bed!! We have to be up in 5 hours to catch our plane home … See you then!!

Stampin’ Hugs,  Linda

Cats Away1Cat’s Away Sale

Because you’ve been so good to me this past year, I have a special SALE for you from today Saturday, July 6th, through Sunday, July 14th (Use Hostess Code: H9UWZVB3 )

All orders of $50 (before shipping & taxes) you will receive … 

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Virtual Rewards Point from Me and

  3. A $5.00 Bonus Coupon From Stampin’ Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $100 (before shipping & taxes) will receive )

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  3. Two (2) Virtual Rewards points from me and

  4. Two (2) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $150 (before shipping & taxes) will receive (Do NOT Use Hostess Code … YOU are the hostess!)

  1. HOSTESS BENEFITS … Mininum $15.00 of your choice

  2. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  3. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  4. Three (3) Virtual Rewards points from Me …

  5. Three (3) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin’ Up! to spend in August …

  6. AND a FREE package of the NEW Nobel Peacock Rhinestones!

Use this link to order so I know it’s YOU. Be sure to NOT select no contact, because I won’t know who to send all these goodies to!

Cats Away3

ORDER HERE

This is the perfect time to start shopping from the NEW Catalog and cross a few items off that Wish List and get some great card samples and extra goodies!!

 

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share.  I will have limited access while I am cruising but don’t be afraid to contact me with any questions you may have regarding my “Cat’s Away” sale going on now!  I will check as often as I can.

Cats Away1

Have a “PURRfect” day!

Sneak Peeks plus Mykonos and Athens …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Oh my … I did not realize I have been MIA for two days, but that just means I have been exploring our ports and having a blast. One of my favorite ports was the charming seaside village of Mykonos, here is a photo of the windmills they are famous for, besides their hospitality.

I have a million pictures … I will share groupings of them on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page. Our next stop was Athens where we visited the Parthenon … Words cannot describe how amazing it is to view these ancient structures!

Stampin’ Up! has set up a hospitality room for us where we can go to daily and do a “Spin to Win” … plus they have filled it with samples from the General Session and Swaps.  Here is one of the Sneak Peeks into the catalog …

I can’t wait for you to see this designer paper in person … some of the Classic Christmas Plaids are adorned with gold foil accents!! (I don’t have it yet either), but I did get the tree stamp set and coordinating punch as a pillow gift one night!!!

This “Exquisite” gift from Stampin’ Up! was left on our beds after we returned from dinner and were departing Athens!  Our tour guide told us that the best Olive Oil is Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed … and that is what Stampin’ Up! has gifted us.

Oh yes … and not to forget the Ornament Punch pack from the new Brightly Gleaming product suite! Love all these amazing gifts … this just means I can show you even more when our Holiday Catalog kicks off!!

I will be back tomorrow with a sneak peek at some creative ways to use these punches ….

Till then, thanks for poppin in to see me today, and make sure you get in on my amazing “Cat’s Away” deal.

Stampin’ Hugs,  Linda

Cats Away1Cat’s Away Sale

Because you’ve been so good to me this past year, I have a special SALE for you from today Saturday, July 6th, through Sunday, July 14th (Use Hostess Code: H9UWZVB3 )

All orders of $50 (before shipping & taxes) you will receive … 

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Virtual Rewards Point from Me and

  3. A $5.00 Bonus Coupon From Stampin’ Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $100 (before shipping & taxes) will receive )

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  3. Two (2) Virtual Rewards points from me and

  4. Two (2) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $150 (before shipping & taxes) will receive (Do NOT Use Hostess Code … YOU are the hostess!)

  1. HOSTESS BENEFITS … Mininum $15.00 of your choice

  2. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  3. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  4. Three (3) Virtual Rewards points from Me …

  5. Three (3) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin’ Up! to spend in August …

  6. AND a FREE package of the NEW Nobel Peacock Rhinestones!

Use this link to order so I know it’s YOU. Be sure to NOT select no contact, because I won’t know who to send all these goodies to!

Cats Away3

ORDER HERE

This is the perfect time to start shopping from the NEW Catalog and cross a few items off that Wish List and get some great card samples and extra goodies!!

 

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share.  I will have limited access while I am cruising but don’t be afraid to contact me with any questions you may have regarding my “Cat’s Away” sale going on now!  I will check as often as I can.

Thanks for sharing a piece of your Saturday with me …

Cats Away1

Have a “PURRfect” day!

Get a Sneak Peek at our Make & Takes and more …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today we visit the charming seaside village of Mykonos with its rich history. We will be visiting the Monastery and taking an island drive.

But before I share more of that, I want to share some of the stamping fun from yesterday!  We are 8 hours ahead of all my Central Time Zone stampers so while you’re getting ready for bed … I’m getting up and planning another adventure.

On Monday night when we returned to our rooms we got a really cute bag from Stampin’ Up! and it was filled with the “MOST WONDERFUL TIME PRODUCT SUITE” and a note that said we should bring this with us to Make & Takes on Tuesday (yesterday) morning…

Now, if you remember the “Everything is Rosey” … that was a product suite. Everything you need to create your projects are included. Stamp Set, dies, designer papers, embellishments and more, and that is what the Wonderful Time Product Suite is too.

How amazing … we got the entire kit, including the stamp set!!  There are a few more items included … the glitter was my take from the Spin to Win game, and the beautiful new Mercury Glass Designer Acetate was another gift left on our beds last night.

Here are the three cards that we made during our Make & Take session yesterday morning. I love how cute the Christmas tree’s look with the tinsel trim ….

Having a great time with Eileen’s daughter, my niece Carla!! We’re meeting so many amazing stampin’ sisters and others. The excursions are wonderful. Today in Mykonos our tour guide was very informative and when we were done we took a stroll on the beach. Mykonos has some of the most beautiful beaches and the water is soooo clear!

 

I’ll keep you posted on our adventures and more.  Thanks again for the visit and for those of you who are taking advantage of my “Cat’s Away Sale” … so many good for you as a Thank You for supporting me.  Love ya!! Linda

Cats Away1Cat’s Away Sale

Because you’ve been so good to me this past year, I have a special SALE for you from today Saturday, July 6th, through Sunday, July 14th (Use Hostess Code: H9UWZVB3 )

All orders of $50 (before shipping & taxes) you will receive … 

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Virtual Rewards Point from Me and

  3. A $5.00 Bonus Coupon From Stampin’ Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $100 (before shipping & taxes) will receive )

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  3. Two (2) Virtual Rewards points from me and

  4. Two (2) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $150 (before shipping & taxes) will receive (Do NOT Use Hostess Code … YOU are the hostess!)

  1. HOSTESS BENEFITS … Mininum $15.00 of your choice

  2. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  3. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  4. Three (3) Virtual Rewards points from Me …

  5. Three (3) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin’ Up! to spend in August …

  6. AND a FREE package of the NEW Nobel Peacock Rhinestones!

Use this link to order so I know it’s YOU. Be sure to NOT select no contact, because I won’t know who to send all these goodies to!

Cats Away3

ORDER HERE

This is the perfect time to start shopping from the NEW Catalog and cross a few items off that Wish List and get some great card samples and extra goodies!!

 

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share.  I will have limited access while I am cruising but don’t be afraid to contact me with any questions you may have regarding my “Cat’s Away” sale going on now!  I will check as often as I can.

Thanks for sharing a piece of your Saturday with me …

Cats Away1

Have a “PURRfect” day!

Sneak Peak into the Holiday Catalog!!

Posted in 2019-20 Annual Catalog, New Product Intro / Video, Promotions / Deals by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

As you read my post today I will be heading into Santorini, however I have a couple of sneak peeks for you into the Holiday Catalog, or as Stampin’ Up! calls it … the Fall & Winter Catalog!  No matter what you call it, let me tell you that it is packed full of amazing product suites, bundles stamps, and accessories!

While you are going to bed or sleeping, this is the beautiful sunrise I (we are now 8 hours ahead of my hometown time) as I wrote out this blog post for you ….

Yesterday our morning started out with a nice breakfast overlooking the ocean and running into our table mates from last night! It’s so nice to really be able to build a friendship with other stamping professionals. You know we talk shop … or should be say STAMPING!! Next we were off to our General session where we saw demonstrations and new products.

The pictures didn’t turn out as nice because the screens are not as big as when we are at a Stampin’ Up! event, but here is one of our new products …

Beautiful bell images to stamp and die cut (equally as beautiful) in the BELLS ARE RINGING Bundle.  Speaking of bundles … look at the bundles of goodies we left General Session with …

Oh … Oh … there is the catalog, along with 2 brand new stamp sets, some really cool foil embellishments and wrapping paper!! Oh my gosh, I have so many ideas swirling around in my head! However, we still have a fairly new Annual Catalog, and I still have lots to show you there too. If you have your Wish List prepared ….

I also have an amazing offer to you while I’m gone. It’s a great way to put a little dent in your Wish List and cash in on some fabulous benefits designed for you.

Cats Away1Cat’s Away Sale

Because you’ve been so good to me this past year, I have a special SALE for you from today Saturday, July 6th, through Sunday, July 14th (Use Hostess Code: H9UWZVB3 )

All orders of $50 (before shipping & taxes) you will receive … 

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Virtual Rewards Point from Me and

  3. A $5.00 Bonus Coupon From Stampin’ Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $100 (before shipping & taxes) will receive )

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  3. Two (2) Virtual Rewards points from me and

  4. Two (2) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $150 (before shipping & taxes) will receive (Do NOT Use Hostess Code … YOU are the hostess!)

  1. HOSTESS BENEFITS … Mininum $15.00 of your choice

  2. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  3. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  4. Three (3) Virtual Rewards points from Me …

  5. Three (3) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin’ Up! to spend in August …

  6. AND a FREE package of the NEW Nobel Peacock Rhinestones!

Use this link to order so I know it’s YOU. Be sure to NOT select no contact, because I won’t know who to send all these goodies to!

Cats Away3

ORDER HERE

This is the perfect time to start shopping from the NEW Catalog and cross a few items off that Wish List and get some great card samples and extra goodies!!

 

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share.  I will have limited access while I am cruising but don’t be afraid to contact me with any questions you may have regarding my “Cat’s Away” sale going on now!  I will check as often as I can.

Thanks for sharing a piece of your Saturday with me …

Cats Away1

Have a “PURRfectly” Beautiful day!

Cruising Fun and Sneak Peek!!

Posted in Incentive Trip / Travel, Stampin' Up! Events by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Last night we had a wonderful dinner in the dining room and meet some wonderful people at our table. I went outside of my comfort zone and ordered some fried calamari … a little chewy but it was good.

We also went down to the Hospitality Room to say “hi” to fellow demonstrators and to “Spin the Wheel” …. whoo hooo, I won a die set from the upcoming holiday catalog.  When returning to our room in the evening we were presented with a beautiful pillow gift … a leather bag / back pack and some new black dimensionals … oh yes, you heard me … black!! That will be great when working with our darker cardstocks!!

What do you think of the new CUP OF CHEER die set? I love the little mugs and candy canes, and of course it coordinates with they oh so cute … CUP OF CHRISTMAS Stamp Set.  Yes, it comes in a bundle too!! It was a wonderful evening, but I crashed at 8:30!! lol

Today we are at sea … not such a bad view to wake up to this morning, and to top off this beautiful view …

… we will be joining our fellow demonstrators for our General Session, where we get to see new product demonstrations using the Holiday Catalog goodies, WIN some PRIZES from the Holiday Catalog and then we GET the Holiday Catalog!!

Tonight is formal night so time to get dolled up and sit down for an amazing meal, then I’ll go through my photos from our General Session so I can post more sneak peeks with you tomorrow!

Till then, have a wonderful day, and thank you for checking out my blog!  Don’t forget my “Cat’s Away” Sale … CLICK HERE for details.

 

Sunday: Heading to Rome, Italy …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today we will arrive in Rome, Italy … pinch me because I can’t breath! Thank you again for helping me to achieve this amazing trip!! We will be heading to the ship from the airport but we have a few hours so I hope we can get a little glimpse before we head out to sea.  I also have  …

A bit of a scare earlier in the day (yesterday) our Milwaukee flight to Chicago was on hold / cancelled because of mechanical problems so they gave us a bus ticket to Chicago so we could catch our flight … 50 minute wait for the bus, and an hour & 15 minutes to get there which means we had a high chance of missing our flight.  So we got our luggage back off the plane, and got an Uber to Chicago … made our flight in plenty of time.

It was an overnight flight but you need to see the beauty in things ….

I find it very hard to sleep on a plane … lol.  Every time I’d doze off someone would kick my chair, slam an overhead compartment closed or talk really loud … really?

I was so excited that we passed over the Swiss Alps … maybe some day I’ll actually get to stand in front to them, but it was fun to see then anyway…..

Finally we arrive in Rome … didn’t get to see the beautiful sight I have here to share but it’s Italy!! And I am over the moon excited!!

We have boarded this “Jewel of the Seas” cruise ship and it’s time to relax!!  I will be back tomorrow with more to share.

Thank you again!!

 

A Simply Beautiful Card & My “Cat’s Away” Sale …

Posted in 2019-20 Annual Catalog, New Product Intro / Video, Promotions / Deals by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

As you read my post today I will be heading to the airport to join my fellow demonstrators who achieved the Greek Isles Incentive trip. I am so grateful to all of you who have supported my stamping business. I want to share with you a beautiful card, and an amazing sale designed just for you.

Today… quick and easy cards are the focus because many of us are so busy these days, but will still need our creative time.  Have you ever had left over cardstock pieces from other projects (happens to me all the time)? Well, we can’t let that go to waste, can we? … Nope, we revise and make it a totally new card!

I used the left over pieces from my Magnolia Card Class to create this card.  To keep life simple and use up those left over pieces, I just added a pre-printed card from the Memories and More Card pack. This is a great card pack for scrapbookers, however, I use it all the time to make quick cards.  Check out the video to see what is in this card pack …

 

So what do you think about the Magnolia Lane card packs? Pretty great way to make quick -n- easy cards, and to create quick scrapbooking pages as well. 

NOW … I want to share a special offering I designed for you!

Cats Away1Cat’s Away Sale

Because you’ve been so good to me this past year, I have a special SALE for you from today Saturday, July 6th, through Sunday, July 14th (Use Hostess Code: H9UWZVB3 )

All orders of $50 (before shipping & taxes) you will receive … 

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Virtual Rewards Point from Me and

  3. A $5.00 Bonus Coupon From Stampin’ Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $100 (before shipping & taxes) will receive )

  1. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  2. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  3. Two (2) Virtual Rewards points from me and

  4. Two (2) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin Up! to spend in August!

 

Orders of $150 (before shipping & taxes) will receive (Do NOT Use Hostess Code … YOU are the hostess!)

  1. HOSTESS BENEFITS … Mininum $15.00 of your choice

  2. A package with 10 gorgeous homemade cards to use or share.

  3. A Free retired stamp set from this year or years past

  4. Three (3) Virtual Rewards points from Me …

  5. Three (3) $5.00 Bonus Coupons from Stampin’ Up! to spend in August …

  6. AND a FREE package of the NEW Nobel Peacock Rhinestones!

Use this link to order so I know it’s YOU. Be sure to NOT select no contact, because I won’t know who to send all these goodies to!

Cats Away3

ORDER HERE

This is the perfect time to start shopping from the NEW Catalog and cross a few items off that Wish List and get some great card samples and extra goodies!!

 

Hope you enjoyed today’s card share.  I will have limited access while I am cruising but don’t be afraid to contact me with any questions you may have regarding my “Cat’s Away” sale going on now!  I will check as often as I can.

Thanks for sharing a piece of your Saturday with me …

Cats Away1

Have a “PURRfect” day!

TODAY’S PROJECT SUPPLY LIST ….

Quick And Easy Cards …. Magnolia Blooms

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share with you a great new bundle: the Magnolia Blooms Cards bundle … this can be found on pages 8 and 9 of the Experience Creativity Brochure (I will have them available in my upcoming classes/events) but you don’t have to wait for that to order it.

This kit contains the Magnolia Blooms Photopolymer stamp set, Mossy Meadow & Soft Suede Stampin’ Spots, Magnolia Lane Cards & More, Clear Block D and a Snail Adhesive …. everything you need to start stamping! The perfect bundle for beginners!

Grab a cup of coffee or your favorite beverage and join me as I share this all with you today.  Let’s begin with my cards…

My first one is simply stamping the “Thank You” three times, the design is pre-printed on the card.  I added a quick stamped image onto my envelope as well. Both were stamped in the Soft Suede ink pad that was included in the bundle.

Both of my card were created using only items in the bundle, as I stated earlier “everything” you need to create these cards and more is included in the bundle!

I love how the flowers look like they have distance between them, giving the card a look of dimension … I simply stamped the Happy Birthday greeting with the Mossy Meadow ink pad included in the bundle.

I also have a video to share with you created by Stampin’ Up! This video was made for beginner stampers but gives you some great tips and information about this kit …

The video showed additional samples to create with this bundle, I used the floral pre-printed cards for both of my cards but the other side is perfect if you want to stamp the flowers yourself, like shown in the video.

This bundle coordinates beautifully with the Magnolia Lane product suite.  This may be a beginners kit but if you’re an avid stamper, I’m sure you’ll want both in your card collection!  You know what, this makes the PERFECT gift if you want to get your friends or family members into stamping. It includes “everything” you need to start stamping, and it’s a beautiful stamp set with a pretty font!

Hope you enjoyed the samples … the Magnolia product line just keeps getting sweeter and sweeter.

Have yourself a great day, and thanks for stopping by!

TODAY’S FEATURED PRODUCT …

 

 

Using Scraps to Create Beautiful Cards ….

Posted in 2019-20 Annual Catalog, Quick -n- Easy by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

And a Happy 4th of July to you and your family. I hope you are out enjoying the festivities, if that is not your thing, I’m thrilled that you stopped here to visit me! I have a fun card created with the Garden Lane Designer Series paper. I find that designer papers are one of the quickest ways to create fun, beautiful cards and we have so many beautiful papers.

Todays card was created simply with some left over designer paper and scraps … those little pieces we don’t know what to do with but never throw away …lol.  A quilt makes a good pattern, today’s is simple – a 3-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ Mint Macaroon base with 4 pieces of Garden Lane Designer paper measuring at 1-1/2″ x 1-1/2″ squares.

Adhere the small squares evenly onto the Mint Macaroon base. To add some texture to the card, I added a Clear Faceted Gem to the center with the Mossy Meadow Bakers twine from the Magnolia Lane Ribbon Combo pack behind it. Because I added the twine to the adhesive on the gem, you can either use Glue Dots or a small dimensional to adhere the gem to the card.  Don’t you love the dimension and the texture of this card ….

The base is Whisper White and cut horizontally to an 4-1/4″ by 11″ size where you will score and fold at 5-1/2″ (center). The front of the card base has a 4″ x 4″ coordinating piece of Garden Lane Designer paper that is mounted directly to the card base approximately 1/4″ from the top.  The quilt piece described above was mounted with Stampin’ Dimensionals to add some additional dimension.

The greeting comes from the Good Morning Magnolia stamp set and is stamped in the Mint Macaroon. This is the perfect layout for any occasion … just change out the designer paper and the greeting!

Thanks again for joining me on this 4th of July … I’ve enjoyed your company!

Have a wonderful day and a safe and happy holiday weekend.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to make Delightful Day Tags by Stampin’ Up!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I have a great video for you today that shows you how to make the Delightful Day tags by Stampin’ Up! This is one of the featured items in our “Experience Creativity” Brochure.  This was created for beginner stampers but don’t let that stop you ….

Just because this was created for beginners, doesn’t mean that we don’t like quick -n- easy … right!  Hope you enjoyed.  I will have more to show you from this brochure, it has amazing products in there!!

Thank you for checking back with me today.

Hope your day is a great one!!

Bloom & Grow Bundle …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a beautiful card samples & post direct from Stampin’ Up! Picture this: a tiny seedling on the verge of breaking through the soil. Can you see it? Now water it with affection and good vibes. What do you have after a little bit of time and a whole lot of love? A blossom—bold and beautiful and blooming!

Now imagine that in a stamp set. With the Bloom & Grow Bundle, you can see the entire story of the blossom: from tiny seedlings to beautiful bouquets. Then sprinkle in some encouraging sentiments, and you’ve got a card for everyone you love!

If you’re just beginning on your stamping journey, you can use these gorgeous stamps to create a patterned look for a simple but beautiful project as we did in our “You Are Simply Wonderful” sample, or if you want to step it up a notch, try tinkering with the dies and a blender pen, as we did in the “Thanks” sample.

For all of you avid stampers, roll up your sleeves and add this bundle and some ribbon to a treat bag to make the cute bag you can see in the samples. There are so many options! So go on, share these samples with customers, your friends, and everyone around you, so that you—just like the little seedling—can bloom and grow with just a few beautiful stamps, and a whole lot of love.

Thanks much for the visit, I hope you have an awesome day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Hello July … Hello Magnolia!

Posted in 2019-20 Annual Catalog, Join my Team!, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a beautiful card from the Magnolia Lane suite and a few announcements that are turning up the heat this July!!  Yesterday I shared a simply beautiful card with the Magnolia Lane Designer Series paper and today we are going to step it up a bit. I also gave you a stampin’ tip on pre-cutting your cardstock! On this card my base was cut the long way to 4-1/4″ x 11″ … score at 5-1/2″ and then fold.

I cut my designer paper to a 4″ x 4″ square, the I adhered it to the front of the card.  Next I opened up the card and tucked it into my die cutter (BigShot) and using the edgelit in the dies package included in the suite, you’ll place the edgelit about 1/4″ away from the edge and cut. This makes the beautiful cut edge you see on card.

This edgelit leaves a bit of an ident in your cardstock, but I used it to align my ribbon (this is one of the two ribbons included in the Magnolia Lane product suite) to the front of my card.  I love this ribbon, it adds some lovely texture to the card.  I completed the card by adding a little “Hello” …. perfect to send when keeping in touch with a friend.

Today also kicks off Stampin’ Up!s Bonus Days Promotion …

For each $50 you spend before July 31 (before shipping and tax) you’ll earn a $5 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used August 1–31.  Don”t forget that with your $50 purchase … you will also earn a Virtual rewards point from me!! If your unfamiliar with my rewards CLICK HERE for Details 🙂

I also want to tell you about the EXTRA, EXTRA Promotion … The promotion so nice, we named it twice!

From July 1 until August 31, when you join the Stampin’ Up! family, you will receive an additional $30 to put towards product in your Starter Kit. THEN, you’ll receive a $10 coupon code the following month to spend on more products. This means you will get to pick out $155 worth of product for only $99 … then get a $10 coupon code to spend the month after you join us.  PLUS … when you sign up with me, you will be a member of our Star’s by Design group.

Let me know if you have any questions regarding either of the promotions. I’m here to help you discover your stamping path!

Hope you enjoyed another card from our Magnolia Lane Suite, I have another announcement coming soon!! Watch for my “Cat’s Away” promotion… this is through “ME” Only… and it’s my way of thanking my customers for helping me earn the Greece trip!

Enjoy your day and thanks for stopping by.

  

TODAY’S STAMPING SUPPLY LIST:  “I’ve made a shopping list with a few of the products I’ve shown you today. When you add these to your order, you will qualify for the Bonus Days coupon! You can use that coupon for more Stampin’ Up! goodies anytime during August.” PLUS … You will receive a Virtual Rewards point from me!

 

Simply Sunday: Magnolia Style

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have another card created with the stunning Magnolia Lane bundle, and it’s super quick to create yet beautiful to look at. I also have some great tips in store for you.  Many of my stampin’ friends are oh so busy, that is why I dedicate my Sunday blog posts to simple cards, and what quicker way to create gorgeous cards that with our pretty designer series paper.  The Magnolia Lane Designer Series paper is one of my favorite floral papers.

With a simple base and a piece of designer paper … you have a beautiful card.  Add your greeting and a pretty strip of ribbon and you’re done! Here’s a great tip for you … While you have your paper cutter out, cut some extra card bases, then cut your designer paper into 4″ x 6″ pieces (then cut the 6″ side down to 5-1/4) Use the extra piece of designer paper to put inside your card 🙂  Why you could create your own little card kit!! Stamp up a few greetings as well and tuck them in little box and tag it Magnolia Lane. You could do this with all of your designer paper packets (even your older ones… makin’ sure we use them)!

On today’s card, my second stampin’ tip is … I let the floral pattern of the designer paper dictate where I would put my ribbon and greeting!  We don’t want to cover up all those pretty flowers, so I found a spot that I felt was made just for my greeting … lol.  I used the greeting from the Good Morning Magnolia Stamp Set in the suite, and punched it out using the Tailored Tag punch. You’ll see I punched the mat (Early Espresso) and cut it in half … I really made the greeting show up better.

The ribbon is not in the Magnolia Lane product suite, but it should be, it matches perfectly and is so elegant.  You will find the Petal Pink Organdy Striped Ribbon on page 174 with the other ribbons.  The ribbon pack that is in the Magnolia Lane suite will be featured on tomorrows card.

I hope you enjoyed todays cards and the stampin’ tips inspire you to create your own card kits so making up a card when you need it will be super quick -n- easy. Let me know if you have any questions, or need anything… here to help.

I want to “Thank You” for hanging out with me this Sunday.

I hope you have an awesome day ~

TODAY’S STAMPING SUPPLY LIST: If you would like to purchase any of the items used in creating these cards and don’t have a demonstrator, I’d be honored to be your creative coach. With each $50 purchase, you will receive a Rewards Point, when you collect 10, I will send you a coupon for a FREE Stamp set of your choice. Just click on any of the items to get to my online store. If you have any questions or would like a catalog, please message me.

 

Hello Magnolia!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

If you are lovin’ the Magnolia Lane Suite, then today’s card is going to dazzle you!!  Just like you, I head to pinterest if I need a little inspiration and with my busy work schedule lately that is right where I went when I was planning my Magnolia Card Class. It may have been storming outside but we were safe inside with out Magnolia Lane Suite and flowery treats!

Today’s card was inspired by a card I found on Pinterest from “Cheri’s Cards” but I put a big ole’ twist to make it my own … that’s where the “dazzle” comes from!

The base comes from the ___ which is included in the suite. I added some of the “Sprarkly” Shimmer paper to highlight the focal point which is our magnolia.  The magnolia was stamped with White Craft Ink on our Vellum Cardstock and heat embossed with the White Embossing powder.

Once the embossing is complete ~ it’s time to color!  I used the Stampin’ Blends because well … they blend so nice. I really wanted the colors to POP so I chose the Flirty Flamingo and Granny Apple Green, these colors really go together nicely.  Flip OVER your embossed paper because you will be coloring on the backside. We started with the flamingo and brushed the color on from the bottom of the petals and went about half way up, then added a little more to the base (bottom) of the petal to create a darker look.

Then came the leaves … with a stroke of the Dark Granny Apple Green up the center and then finished it off with the Light. It dries pretty quick, so you can now flip it back over to the front where you can feel the raised embossed area.  We will also add a little color on this side … add just a touch more of the Flirty Flamingo to the base of the petals, creating even more depth. Then we add some Daffodil Delight onto the center of our Magnolia.  Time to pull out the framelit die and cut it out.

To finish off our card, we stamped the greeting “Hello” from the stamp set as well, in Flirty Flamingo and backed it with Silver Foil … this brings out the silver imagery on the card base! We also added some of the twine that is in the duo ribbon pack included in your product suite!  It doesn’t take much to create amazing cards with Magnolia Lane product suite …. there are so many fun and interesting elements included in the suite.

Thank you for spending a part of your Saturday with me, I will be back tomorrow with another Magnolia Lane card share.

Have a beautiful day ~

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