April Paper Pumpkin: Lovely Little Wreath

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

Thank you for stopping by today …

Hope yours is a good one!

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Spring Retreat Swaps …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to share 2 of our swap cards with you, and as promised … I will show you the winner.

Our first card is from Peggy, she used the “Bear Hugs” stamp set …

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A sweet and simple card that will bring some lovin’ to anyone who receives it.

OK … while I was taking photos of my card share today, I had a little helper – my great grandson who wanted to climb up my pant legs and check out the cards close up! He loves being in my stamping studio.

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Our next card is from Linda K. She chose to use the “Flower Patch” stamp set. Oh, the flowers you can make with the images from this set! It’s got all the shapes and sizes you’ll want plus great greetings and several stems for endless possibilities.

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This is a Two-Step Stampin’ set, which gives you so many creative options–combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want, and the card Linda created was fabulous, and our winner!

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I will be sharing more cards from our retreat and from the ladies swaps as the weeks progress. It will be fun.

Thanks much for checking out today’s blog post.

Have a great day!

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STAMP SETS USED ON SWAP CARDS …

 

Spring Stampin’ Retreat Share …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

As promised, I will share some of what we do when we are away at the Annual Spring Stampin’ Retreat we host for our stamping friends!

The first photo is a shot I took between stamping sessions, just before sunset. The porch you see on your right is our stamping room and the house of the left is where we stay.

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Now let me take you into the dining room. The mantle is decorated and ready for their projects… they will be making the Gift Bags on Friday night (after stamp session is over). They are that quick and easy to do!

Before ….

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After…

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Here are their Friday Night Pillow Gifts  along with the yummy contents that were tucked inside.

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We created a fun banner from the “It’s My Party” Designer Series Paper over the living room fireplace … the Green Lake Conference Center converted it from a wood burning to a gas … so with a flip of a switch – we had a warm inviting fire for all to enjoy!

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The stamping room is set up and ready for our guests to begin ….

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The next picture is just some fun that we have at our retreats …. These ladies did not know each other before attending our retreat, and have now become friends. That is the wonderful gift that stamping does when we all get together! Sandy and Kris come for some BFF time! It’s a great girls get-a-way!

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Here’s a few more of our ladies. The women (Peggy) sitting in the third chair down, hails from Oklahoma! She found my retreat post and decided to invite her daughter (Jen) for a bonding weekend! I LOVE IT!!  We have many “Mother / Daughter” groups (three this weekend) join us! Ann-Marie is the first of the three ladies … her daughter was away when the photo was taken.

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By the time I got to take pictures of all the cards – both samples I brought to share and the one’s we made, the light was so bright in the room, my pictures did not turn out well …

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We made the “Card in a Box” and the “Drapery Fold” card on Friday night, showcasing the “It’s My Party” Product Suite. My goal is not only to show a technique or two, and give you beautiful cards, but to show you multiple ways you can use your Stampin’ Up! products.

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Here is what one of our guests had to say about our Spring Stampin’ Retreat: Jen is hoping to get the dates early enough to make arrangements to attend this fall. We were both very impressed. We would rate everything an A+.

I am humbled and grateful for all of the wonderful ladies that we have met and attended our Spring and /or Fall Retreats. We’re are 5 years strong … and not planning on stopping anytime soon!

We always have a good time at retreat! I did notice one thing … I get so busy setting up for the next stamp sessions that I don’t ever take pictures of our delicious food, and not enough of the wonderful guests that have come to our retreats! That is definitely on my TO DO List!

I’ll be back tomorrow with some of the beautiful cards our guests made for our Annual Card Swap!

Thanks so much for stopping by ~

Have yourself a wonderful day!

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New Catalog? Sneak Peak and Fun Facts …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a sneak peak at the new In-Colors and some fun facts about our upcoming catalog!

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We are all excited to see the new Annual Catalog! If you are one of my customers (placed an order with me this past year) you will receive one either at club, class, or I’ll be sure to get one into your hands somehow!! For my long distance stampin’ friends (aka: customers) I will be sending you one by mail! 

There’s still time to be one of my stampin’ friends and get your catalog too… just contact me to place an order or you can go right to my website and place your order there.

FUN FACTS ABOUT OUR NEW CATALOG …

  • There are 212 pages!
  • We’ve got 377 New Products!
  • An Amazing 175 New Tools and Accessories!

Oh my … I have to share the fabulous NEW 2016 – 2018 In-Colors …

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But before the NEW comes in … we’ll be saying good-bye to the old

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RETIRING STAMPS LIST / CLICK HERE

RETIRING “EVERYTHING ELSE” / CLICK HERE

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

Don’t hesitate to reach out for anything you need.

Thanks for dropping in on me today! Stop back tomorrow … I’ll be sharing a bit on our Spring Retreat.

Have an awesome day!!

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Sweet Treats …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I come to you from the beautiful shores of Green Lake and our 1930’s English Tudor Manor where we’re hosting our annual Spring Retreat.

I am so excited because we have a guest that hails all the way from Oklahoma!! I am so grateful for all the interest and enthusiasm my stampin’ friends have for our stamping retreats.

I must admit, I love to spoil them … it’s a retreat! Time to relax, have fun, make some great projects and discover little treats!

Last night our retreat guests got to make some little treat bags, little did they know that when they retired to their rooms for the evening … they would find these!

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A simple box to create … I just added a sweet little tag from the “You’re so Sweet” stamp set, the Triple Banner Punch and some beautiful 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon (Some of these colors are retiring so you might want to get yours now before it’s gone).

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I have been blessed to share these stampin’ retreats with some of the most wonderful ladies, it has been such a joy.

So I guess you are wondering what we put inside these cute little goodie bags!  Well, I said, I like to spoil them …

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Inside each bag was a bag of fine chocolates: Two chocolate Artisan Truffles, a Sea Salt Caramel, and an English Toffee (we are staying at an English Manor) lol.

When I decided to host retreats, I wanted my guests to feel the way I did on a Stampin’ Up! Incentive Trip … it is after all, my stampin’ friends who help me earn these wonderful trips.  So the idea of the “Pillow Gift” was paying it forward!!

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We are off to the stampin’ room for a full day of cards! Thank you for dropping in and sharing a piece of your day with me.

Have a wonderful Saturday ~

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OH WAIT … Here are the instructions!!

TREAT BAG

  • Begin with a 6” x 9-1/2” sheet of cardstock
  • Place the cardstock horizontally (9-1/2” is across top of Simply Score board)
  • Score at 3” – 4-1/2” – 7-1/2” and 9”
  • Turn cardstock quarter turn (6” is across top of Simply Score board)
  • Score at 1-1/2” /  Fold & burnish score lines
  • Cut off ½” X 1-1/2” piece at score lines. This creates your tab for securing box.
  • Use cutter or scissors to cut the score lines that measure 1-1/2” then trim edges.
  • Using a strong adhesive on your tab, secure your bag together.
  • Fold in the 2 small bottom flaps then the 2 larger flaps. Put a strong adhesive on the last flap before folding it together.

Decorate as desired 🙂

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Mini Album in a Box

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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I’m off to our Annual Spring Retreat nestled on the shores of beautiful Green Lake …

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I thought I would share this fabulous post by one of our Artisian Team members. This is such a cute idea,  I couldn’t help but share. This post is copied from the Stampin’ Up! blog “Get Inspired”.  Anyone can follow this blog – check it out!

So here is Rachel Grandin-Torchet / Artisan Design Team 2015–2016  , and her fabulous …

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Lots of my friends are expecting little girls and boys this month, so recently I’ve been involved in a series of “baby projects,” creating little gifts which my friends will be able to use during their first year as moms of newborns. I hope these gifts will allow  them to keep memories of this year full of changes and emotions!

To make this project, I created a box using the Gift Box Punch Board (item 135863); the final box measures 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″ x 1-3/4″. (Start at line “L” and fold on the “S” diagonal line.)

I used the 2-7/16″ square from the Squares Collection Framelits Dies (item 130921) to create a little window at the bottom of the box.

Then I created a mini album by cutting 3″ x 3″ squares from the following: Night of Navy Cardstock (item 100867), Whisper White Cardstock (item 100730), Window Sheets (item 142314), and Vellum Cardstock (item 101856).

I created one page for each month and decorated them with images from different stamps sets : Number of Years (item 140653), Project Life Hello Baby (item 138672), Made with Love (item 138662), and Be the Star (item 135731). I added supplementary pages so that they can add extra pictures or memories of those unforgettable moments.

Since I’m totally in love with Stampin’ Emboss Powder, I used it a lot in different colors, including Cherry Cobbler (item 122949) and Whisper White (item 109132).

Finally, I decorated the box with a nice little “ribbon” and a perfect bow that I made using the Bow Builder Punch (item 137414).

I really hope that you liked this tutorial and will enjoy this little project. Of course you can adapt it to your liking for any occasion or special event in your life.

Now, it’s your turn to have fun!
Rachel Grandin-Torchet
Artisan Design Team 2015–2016

 

Throwback Thursday: Butterflies

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today we are stepping back to 2014. I’m sharing some of my favorite butterfly cards.  Enjoy…

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This one is sweet and simple. The contrasting butterflies make a bold statement … the larger butterfly is actually punched out of the vanilla and the Petite butterfly is set inside.

 

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Love this card! The Square Framelits and Flowering Flourishes stamp set are both retiring this year, as is the Blackberry Bliss which I used for the butterfly and flower. Oh I’m going to MISS that color!!

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This was a quick and simple card that I created with the butterfly punches and Washi Tape!

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This one was created using the “Kinda Eclectic” stamp set and the butterfly punches.  Whew … my “Kinda Eclectic” made it through to another year!  Love this stamp set and it’s versatility.

I love stepping back in time and seeing what I stamped a few years ago, love to see that they are still relevant and could be used today!

Thank you for sharing a bit of your Thursday with me.

Enjoy your day ~

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Some of the products used in today’s card gallery ….

Welcome One and All …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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

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

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

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

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RETIRING STAMPS LIST / CLICK HERE

RETIRING “EVERYTHING ELSE” / CLICK HERE

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

Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Have an awesome day!!

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Sparkle & Shine Before It’s Too Late!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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

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

Today’s featured products …

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

Here are the lists again ….

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

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A Whole Lot of Lovely                                   Best Thoughts                     Happy Birthday, Everyone

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

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

Thank you for checking out my blog today ~

I hope your Tuesday is Terrific!!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

RETIRING LISTS!! Now Here …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Wanted to be sure to share the retirement lists with you.  Not only are some retiring … but some will be ON SALE!  Remember, once they are gone, they are gone …

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I will post the stamps sets now …

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 HERE IS THE PDF … If you would like to download the list (Click Here)

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Retiring Products & New Catalog Info …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I really hope you are enjoying this beautiful weekend!

It’s that time of year …

The Retiring Stamps & Accessory List comes out April 18th! 

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SU will be clearing out some things to make room for the new catalog on June 1st (goes up at 3 am MT)   Remember my posts about those outgoing In Colors?   Be sure to get those ink refills and paper BEFORE the 18th as they always sell out on the first day. I will be sharing the Retirement List with you as soon as I get it!!  

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Receiving your new Annual Catalog: 

If you have ordered from me in the past 6 months, I’ve already ordered a new catalog to be sent to you.  If you are a club member you will receive your new catalog in class or in your last order.

If you haven’t ordered with me lately but would still like to receive one, just place an order of $30 or more and I will have a catalog sent to you, and I will send you a “Technique Packet” which includes instructions and cards made with that technique!! USE HOSTESS CODE: KP4XYXXA

Catalogs should be arriving in mailboxes by the 3rd week of May!

If you’re not sure if you have ordered in the past 6 months or not, just leave me a quick note below in the message box, or e-mail me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com … I’ll let you know.

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Weekly Deals end this Monday, April 18th at 11:50 pm (MT) … Click here to view.

Please let me know if you have any questions on the information I share with you today.

Thanks much ~

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Excitement is brewing …

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Hello Stampers ~

As some of you know … our Stampin’ Up! On Stage event is happening this weekend (wish I was there) but I’m home preparing for my own very exciting event … Spring Retreat!

Although I cannot share or give you a sneak peek (yet) of my retreat cards, I do have April’s Paper Pumpkin for you!  (DO NOT WATCH VIDEO … If you want to be surprised) Mine came yesterday.  Very exciting from On Stage is a SNEAK PEEK of the May Paper Pumpkin … ah huh!! How cool is that!

Spring is in the air! We’re celebrating with the adorable accent wreath from this month’s kit and the bonus All about Everything Stamp Set! Both are full of fun and make the perfect addition to you springtime décor and gift giving. Enjoy and let’s bring on the spring!

Can’t let the excitement stop there … Here is a sneak peek of the upcoming May Paper Pumpkin kit!

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If you like May’s kit … Click Here to subscribe now (cancel anytime) give it a try.

Subscribe before May 10th for this kit. / Don’t forget … I’m here for you if you have any questions.

So … what did you think?  Plus, you know I’ll be back with more from the April kit, with alternative projects and samples from the “bonus” stamp set!

Thanks for coming by today ~

Have a good one!

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To a Great Friend Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Have a fabulous Friday!

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STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST…

 

Throwback Thursday: WOLF plus a Guest Stamper!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We are past the hump and heading for the weekend … that’s always a good thing! Hope you are having a good day!

Today I’d like to share with you one of my favorite “wish I wouldn’t have sold that” … stamp set! The Wolf stamp set was always a favorite of mine, and so easy to use.

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I’m sure many of you recognize this stamp set.  If you’re lucky … you still own it!!

The card I’m showing you today, I demonstrated many, many times.

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The contrasting colors “Eggplant & Olive” really made the card pop! I also added the same color highlights with our “then” chalks (miss them dearly too!).   I then trimmed some of the edges with our “Deckle” scissors!  Am I bringing back some memories!?

We do still carry the Crystal Effects which really look cool in the wolfs eyes.

I also want to share a beautiful card that I received as a swap last Friday; Created by Bonnie K.  She did the “Dazzling Diamond Dust” technique on the card and I find it just stunning!

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Did you notice the embellishment wrapped around the “grosgrain” ribbon … more flashbacks from the past!  Such a pretty card.

I hope you enjoy my “Throwback Thursdays” … they are meant to inspire you to pull out your older stamp sets and use them again. It’s not about getting you to buy something, but to use your supplies and just enjoy the art of stamping ❤

Thank you for sharing a part of your day with me!

Have a happy day ~

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Class of 2016!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

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

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

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

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

Hope you enjoyed … thanks for dropping in.

Have a wonderful day ~

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