Simply Sunday … early Monday!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Last Saturday I shared a card with you that my Stampin’ Club members made. Can see the tree on the left?

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I cut the tree out of 3-1/2″ x 4″ piece of Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer paper, so of course we had left overs and we all know we are not going to throw that away!!

I showed my class a quick card they could put together with the leftover glimmer paper, and here it is …

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We used the Emerald Envy cardstock to back the cut out image … with a little sponging on that cardstock, you can create a bit more dimension.

We added texture to the background with the help of our Softly Falling impressions folder. This folder has really come in handy during our holiday season of cardmaking… I just love it.

I added a quick greeting from our … you guessed it – “Tin of Tags” stamp set! I used the 1-3/4″ Circle punch to punch out the greeting and a pop of Cherry Cobbler behind it.

Simple and cute and made from left overs! You gotta love that!

Sorry for the hit and miss postings, but I appreciate that you keep checking in on me. I’m still working on my posts and will get them to you as soon as I can. January and the new computer cannot come to soon!

My next post will be the same layout but stepped up!

Thanks again & have a wonderful day.

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Another Great Year …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Want to make amazing projects without the prep work? Meet Paper Pumpkin—a crafting subscription kit by Stampin’ Up! Because sometimes the best way to get creative is INSIDE the box.

Every month, you’ll receive all the stamps, ink, and paper you need to make a fun, papercrafting project. Everything is precut and ready to go.

Check out the December Paper Pumpkin …

It’s hard to believe that it’s almost time to say goodbye to 2016! It’s also time to document all your memories from the year—enter the December Paper Pumpkin Kit, Another Great Year.

This kit makes memory keeping easy and completely customizable. Use the patterned papers, window sheets, stickers, and washi tape to embellish your book. And, for the first time ever—we’ve included a rotary stamp and Basic Black Stampin’ Write® Marker to help you jot down and journal every moment!

Thank you for coming to check out my post today, I will be back tomorrow with my Simply Sunday – and of course, I will be sharing more for the Holidays.

Have a warm and wonderful day ~

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Try out Paper Pumpkin for a month … or three!

Wishing You a Season of Wonderful ….

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a really cute card to share with you. If you attended my 2016 Holiday Stampin’ Retreat, you may recognize part of it! We made a set of tags using the “Hang Your Stocking” stamp set and “Christmas Stocking” Thinlit Dies (143512 – Bundle & Save 10%) … and with all the demands of the Holidays, I needed a quick card so I used one of those tags ….

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I apologize for the poor quality of the photo (my camera died) What next? Oh wait … Don’t ask!! Positive thoughts only 🙂  The color pallet of the card is Cherry Cobbler, Whisper White and the new Emerald Envy.

I used the Sparkle Embossing Folder on the white background and the Lucky Star’s on the tag … a nice contrast but not over powering. The tag is just a simple 2″ wide piece of cardstock with the Scalloped Tag Topper punched at the top.

When cutting the stockings out … I just layered the dies on one color and cut them out, then I switched colors and repeated, this way you can mix and match colors! It’s a lot of fun and a great family project. Have some fun with it, make tags, make cards …  Make Memories ❤

Thank you for taking time out to check out my blog today.

Wishing you a Season of Wonderful ~

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2017 Occasions Catalog Sneak Peek

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared an offer with you on how you can get the brand-new Watercolor Pencils from the 2017 Occasions catalog for FREE. I will repeat those details below, but first I’d like to share a video highlighting these fabulous pencils!

Shannon West introduces you to Stampin’ Up!’s brand-new Watercolor Pencils from the 2017 occasions (spring/summer) catalog …

So … what do you think? Awesome right! I can’t wait to get mine in my hands so I can explore even more coloring options with the new Watercolor Pencils.

When you place a $50 order with me, you will receive yesterday’s Step Card with the written instructions, my two club cards and a hand stamped Thank You card. 

With the END OF YEAR CLEARANCE SALE going on right now, it’s a great time to stock up on some items you need, or give a gift to a stampin’ friend.

*** If you place an order of $150 or more (before shipping & taxes) you will receive all of the above items, hostess benefits (Do Not Use the Hostess Code) … Three (3 or more) Virtual Rewards points AND I will send you the NEW WATERCOLOR PENCILS for FREE beginning January 3rd when the Occasions Catalog is Live!!

You can find out more about my Virtual Rewards Points by clicking on the Loyalty Icon below or on the side bar to your right.

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Thank you for coming back to check out my post today, I will be back tomorrow with more from the Holiday Catalog.

Have yourself an awesome day ~

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A Jolly Christmas …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I want to share a card that I made with the beautiful “Father Christmas” stamp set. I knew when I saw this in the Holiday Catalog … I just had to have it. It’s nostalgic and I can just picture so many different uses with this set.

The card I’m sharing today is called a “Step Card” … it’s not that hard to make with some good instructions and a little cutting skill, you can create one in no time at all.

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You’ll notice that I used that same paper as the card earlier this week, the “This Christmas” Specialty Designer paper. (This Designer Paper one of the pillow gifts our Retreat Attendee’s received) There are many beautiful patterns.

Santa was simply stamped in the center section with Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad (Permanent ink perfect for using with watercoloring techniques). I used my blender pen and Classic Ink pads  to color my image. The Aqua Painters would also work well with this stamp set.

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The greeting comes directly from the “Father Christmas” stamp set and is highlighted by cutting them out with the “Layering Circle Framelits”. My base colors for today’s card are Cherry Cobbler, Garden Green and Very Vanilla, and you can purchase the “This Christmas” Cardstock Pack to coordinate with your designer paper.

I finished the inside of the card by stamping the bottom of the “frame” that is included in the stamp set and then added the Warm Wishes sentiment from my go to stamp set … “Tin of Tags”.

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When you place a $50 order with me, you will receive this card with the written instructions, my two club cards and a hand stamped Thank You card.  With the END OF YEAR CLEARANCE SALE going on right now, it’s a great time to stock up on some items you need, or give a gift to a stampin’ friend.

*** If you place an order of $150 or more (before shipping & taxes) you will receive all of the above items, hostess benefits (Do Not Use the Hostess Code) … Three (3 or more) Virtual Rewards points AND I will send you the NEW WATERCOLOR PENCILS for FREE beginning January 3rd when the Occasions Catalog is Live!!

Please let me know if you have any questions concerning today’s card, or the Special Offer I have posted for you.

Thank you for sharing a part of your day with me.  Stay warm and …

Have a Jolly day ~

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Gift Giving with the Mini Treat Bags

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

If you’re looking for a cute way to create gift giving bags, we have the answer for you! The Mini Treat Bag dies are quick and easy to use, and great for holding a treat or gift card.

Sit back and enjoy the video, and then I will share a cute idea for a Holiday Gift Card.

Make a few mini treat bags with the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits dies, a Big Shot and your favorite Designer Series Paper. These mini treat bags are cute and so fun to give to away.

On our Holiday Bag, the original designer Alecia Connelly used the new “Holly” Impressions Folder to create texture on the bag.  Alecia is a fellow demonstrator that I was introduced to by being part of the “Leaders” private Facebook page that Stampin’ Up! set up for all demonstrators that are at the Silver Elite level and above … it’s a great place to get stamping ideas and tips for running our stamping businesses.

I asked Alecia if it was OK if I cased her project, she said “share, share, share away!” … This was our Friday Night project at the Holiday Star’s Retreat which I hosted for my downline (the ladies who signed up as demonstrators with me). Gent’s are welcome too! Our group is called the Star’s by Design.

 

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The “Tin of Tags” stamp set and Stitched Framelits were used to create the greeting and focal point to the front of our package.  The holly comes from the “Holly Berry Happiness” stamp set … both of these are my “GO TO” holiday stamp sets!

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The inside phrase also comes from the “Tin of Tags” stamp set!  To hold the gift card on, you can use the half punch that is discontinued, or you can do what I do and just stick a couple glue dots on the back!  They hold the card on great and come off easily by rubbing on them a bit (or you can use your adhesive remover).

Hope you enjoyed this cute Holiday Gift Giving Idea. I thank you for stopping by today.

Stay warm and have a wonderful day ~

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Best Wishes for the Season

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I missed you yesterday… besides shoveling snow several times, I have been fighting with my stinkin’ computer! I gave up!!  However, I figured out how to get my pictures, photo editor and everything I need downloaded onto my new laptop so I can share with you at ease!! Yea!!! I’m back!!

Today I want to share my Simply Sunday post with you … a quick and easy card just in case you haven’t started your Christmas cards yet. This one will be easy to re-create and get in the mail in no time at all…

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I began with the “This Christmas” Designer … Cut you designer paper 4″ x 4-1/4″ then trim 3/4″ off bottom. Then you will  cut a piece of (Very Vanilla) depends on the color in your designer paper to 4″ x 3/4″ … this is for your greeting.

Our greeting comes from the stamp set Holly Berry Happiness … I also used it to brighten up the inside of the card.

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The bow in the stamp set gave me an idea of how we could jazz it up just a little, so I grabbed the bow punch and put it together and topped off the card. With or without the bow, it’s a quick and cute card to make.

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I want to thank you for hanging with me while I went through my computer problems. Let’s hope this works well and I’ll get back on schedule. I have so many more Christmas Cards to show you!

Have a happy Monday!

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Rudolph & Santa’s Sleigh …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Back today with the second of my two December Club Cards …

I used Santa’s Sleigh bundle.  I began with the Real Red base and the Candy Cane Lane Designer Series paper for my background. I then stamped Rudolf with Soft Suede onto Soft Suede cardstock …. then cut him out with the coordinating framelit…

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The sleigh was created by layering two of the die cuts … the main part of the sleigh was cut from the Gold Foil paper and then the ornate outside was cut from Real Red cardstock.

Rudolph’s reins were made with the Candy Cane Lane Bakers Twine … it connects the white from the background and the red from the sleigh so everything coordinates.

We did a partial tree using the Dazzling Diamonds Glimmer paper, another thinlit from the bundle.  We finished off the card with our Greeting from the stamp set, the Metallic Enamel Shapes and a Rhinestone colored red for Rudolph’s nose.

Thanks for spending a part of your Saturday with me!

Enjoy the day ~

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Star of Wonder … Star of Night

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Oh baby … It’s Cold Outside!

Today I’d like to share a card with you that we made in our December Technique Club.  December is usually when we hold our “Club Christmas Parties” so we pass on the technique and just stamp 2 cards.

Today I will share the first of two cards.  On this card we used the “Star of Light” bundle … one of my favorites from the Holiday Catalog. I must say that it is very hard this year to pick a favorite, there are so many awesome sets and bundles from this holiday catalog.

 

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This card was cased from a fellow demonstrator, it was too pretty not to share with everyone else!

I began with the new In Color “Dapper Denim” and the “Silver” Glimmer Paper with a touch of Whisper White. We stamped the spray of stars on the front with the Craft Whisper White, then the small stars in
Dapper Denim.

Our silver piece is 4 x 5-1/4 and you will cut your star from the center of this piece … this will also be the “mat” for the Dapper Denim piece you’ve just stamped on, which was cut to 5″ x 3-3/4″.  I used “glue dots” to hold the majority of the pieces together.

The Whisper White was cut into a banner and stamped with one of the beautiful greeting.

I will be back tomorrow with the second of my 2 cards.  This one I designer myself … and just remember that you can receive these cards along with a special little treat from me when your purchase an order of $50 or more before shipping and Handling ~

Thanks for spending a bit of your day with me!

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Christmas Magic …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Back today with two cards that were created using the “Christmas Magic” stamp set.  The classic stamp set will bring to mind all the nostalgia of Christmases long ago. Let these soft snowy images settle you into a time when all things seemed merry and bright.

The first features a watercolor background which really highlights the snowman. If you like to color (and that’s all the rage with the multitude of adult coloring books) than this is a perfect stamp set for you.

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Our next card is sweet and simple and it highlights the bell.  Always reminds me of the Christmas movie … Polar Express., where Santa gives the child a bell, but only those that believe in Christmas can here the bell.  Love it!

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Thank you for coming back to check out my post today, it is truly appreciated.

Stay warm and have a wonderful day ~

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Technique Tuesday: Paper Piecing

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

First the snow and now they’re saying the cold is moving in … well, it is December!  We’ve been a bit spoiled with the mild weather and I was just loving it!

Today I want to share with you a neat video from Stampin’ Up! sharing a technique called “Paper Piecing” … we’ve done this in our Technique club already but not in the style that’s being shown so I really wanted to make sure you saw this.

So grab a cup of coffee, sit back and relax and we’ll get started …

That was Holly from Stampin’ Up!’s training team …  showing you how to create extra dimension on your projects–and use up all of those scraps of paper– with the paper-piecing technique.

I love this! I shared this technique in the form of different shaped / sizes of blocks but this is simpler! And perfect timing for the holidays … love the glimmer paper!

I’ll be back tomorrow with the two cards that I was going to share today … I just thought this was too cool to pass up! A great “Technique Tuesday” project!

Thank you for coming back to check out my post today, I’ll see you tomorrow!

Have a warm and wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Olivia H.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

How are you on this fine Monday?  If your from Wisconsin or the surrounding states, then you were in the path of a very white weather pattern.  Here was our Sunday …

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This was taken from my kitchen window on Sunday afternoon (nope, I wasn’t even outside) after I got home from work. Yes, I went in on my day off.  It would have been a great day to be in my Stampin’ Studio making cards!

Speaking of cards ….

I’d like to share another card from our Holiday Retreat Attendee Swap that was created by Olivia.

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Olivia used the “Reason for the Season” stamp set from our annual catalog.  CLICK HERE TO VIEW

Banners are all the rage right now in stamping, and Olivia used them to highlight her poinsettia and greeting. Clever!

I love poinsettia’s so you know this set is in my stamp collection.  I also like the script for the greetings, it’s kind of old fashions so it gives your card that neat nostalgic look, and isn’t that part of the Holiday feeling … our memories from Christmas’ past.

Thank you so much for joining me today.  I will be back tomorrow with a “Two for Tuesday” since I missed my Sunday post.

Stay warm and have a wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Kathie D.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Back today as promised with the second of my two “Pine” cards, also from our Annual Holiday Stamping Retreat Attendee Swap.

This card is from Kathie, who has been stamping with me for over 12 years!! Time flies when you’re having fun.  Here is Kathie’s card …

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Can I just say that I’m glad that I don’t vote for these attendee swaps!! We had some remarkable cards and I would have had a very hard time picking my favorite.

Kathie created her focal point by framing her pines with the Oval Framelits … I see a touch of the Gold Wink of Stella on the pinecones. She used the Woodland embossing folder to add some texture to her card.

To complete the card she anchored it with three brads. I can’t say it enough … I’m glad I don’t have to vote.

Both of the cards that Kathie and Peggy made were beautiful.

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Thank you for coming back to check out my post today, I will be back tomorrow with my Simply Sunday – and of course, I will be sharing more from the Holidays.

Have a warm and wonderful day ~

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Guest Stamper: Peggy

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Thank you for your patience … Cross your fingers that this computer holds out till January! lol

I meant to post to beautiful cards today, but I was only able to get one of the cards ready for the blogs.  Don’t worry … I’ll post it tomorrow (with a little luck & a prayer)!

Both cards are from the Pines stamp set that is discontinued, but I know many of my stampin’ friends have this set and would love to see these awesome cards.  Today’s card was created by Peggy – she is from Oklahoma and has attended my last two stamping retreats!

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The card is simple, but highlights the stamp set beautifully.  The technique used here is call the “Spotlighting” technique.  It’s when you stamp your image and then stamp again on a smaller piece of cardstock, mat the smaller piece and place it over the top of the original stamped image to “spotlight” or highlight that section of the card.

The pinecone is painted with a touch of the “Wink of Stella” so it shimmers in the light. I’m sure you’ve heard the term … Less is More, and in this case I believe that to be true.  Any additional stamping on this card other than the greeting would have just taken away from the card.

Thanks for stopping by and don’t forget to come back tomorrow to see Kathie’s “Pine” card.

Have an awesome day~

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Perfect Pair & Year-End Closeouts!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

When you first look at the Be Jolly, By Golly Stamp Set and Swirly Scribbles Thinlits Dies, the coordination isn’t totally obvious. But when you experiment with the two, you’ll find lots of options.  Check out these cards …

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Try it out and see what creative combos you can come up with! Better yet, share them with me and I’ll post them on my blog!

Year-End Closeouts starts TODAY!!  If you didn’t think the OnLine Extravaganza was enough, then you got your wish because we have MORE on sale for you!!

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From December 1, 2016, through January 3, 2017, a selection of holiday retiring products, Clearance Rack items, and select catalog items will be discounted up to 60%!

DETAILS …

• Promotion period: December 1, 2016 – January 3, 2017
• All products (and discounts, if any) can be found in the Year-End Closeouts category of the online store.
• Year-end closeout items may be added to all order types: demonstrator, workshop, customer, and online.
• Clearance Rack items are only available while supplies last.
• Following the Year-End Closeouts promotion, some products may remain on the Clearance Rack; other items may be removed from the Clearance Rack to be added at another undetermined time.
• High-inventory items will only be discounted through January 3; beginning
January 4, they will still be available, but at regular price.
• Retiring item availability will follow standard retiring item rules:
        • Retiring stamp sets are guaranteed available until December 21,
          after which they will be only available while supplies last.
        • Retiring accessories will only be available while supplies last.
        • Retiring items will only be available while supplies last. All retiring items
          will be discontinued after January 3.
   • To see the list of holiday carryover items, click here. (Coming on December 1!)
• No minimum purchase is required to participate in Year-End Closeouts.
• Year-End Closeouts are eligible for Stampin’ Rewards with qualifying orders.
• New demonstrators may add Year-End Closeouts items to their Starter Kit.
• Items and discounts may vary by market depending on inventory levels.

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Please let me know if I can help you in any way ~ Questions, Placing an Order … I’m here for you.

Thanks for stopping by today, I’ll be back tomorrow with another Holiday Card.

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