SALE ENDS TODAY plus More Paper Pumpkin!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a really cute little project to share with you. Before I begin I want to remind you that today is the last day to save 15% on stamp sets!

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I started making one card but ended up using the left overs to create today’s card!! Tomorrow I will post the original card I had made for you.

First let me say besides the cute stamps in this months Paper Pumpkin kit, I really like printed cardstock included, so as I punched out a 2-1/2 circle out of the leaves pattern, this idea came into my head …

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It turned out so cute, and what a great way to say “Thanks” to a friend. I popped the entire piece because I wanted to create a dimensional focal point. The little flower was stamped on the leftover piece of watercolor paper that I used yesterday, and was also popped up with the dimensionals included in the kit.

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The greeting is one of the 13 stamps included … and was stamped directly onto the card front. I then colored the stamen (yes … I double checked to make sure I called the little flower parts the right thing – lol) and added a rhinestone which I also colored (Use a Sharpie or a Blender pen is you still have yours).

Don’t have this months Paper Pumpkin …  don’t worry. Recreate this by using a 6″ x 3″ piece of cardstock – fold in half. Cut a 3″ x 3″ piece of Designer Paper of your choice and punch a 2-1/2″ circle out of the center.  Stamp any of the flowers you may have … add a greeting and your done.

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For those of you who signed up for Paper Pumpkin … you can purchase past kits!! CLICK HERE TO VIEW   Past kits and refills are ONLY available to current Paper Pumpkin subscribers.

Hope you enjoyed today’s project. Please let me know if you have any questions about the 15% Off Sale or Paper Pumpkin, I’m here to help you.

Thanks for coming by …

Hope you have a beautiful day!

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Three card ideas just to you …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a fun video for you and 3 (Yes 3) card samples to share with you! I love this kit and the a 13-piece stamp set!! Oh yes … a 13 piece stamp set!

Click on the Stampin’ Up! Video image above and meet the October Paper Pumpkin Kit! Learn more here about adding a Paper Pumpkin Kit pre-paid subscription to your next Stampin’ Up! order and getting a monthly artistic fix in a box.  Simple.  Easy.  Fun.  Marvelous gift idea for the holidays, too!

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GET PAST PAPER PUMPKIN KITS!  It’s never too late to join Paper Pumpkin and get past kits and refill (click to see what’s available)! Past kits and refills are ONLY available to current Paper Pumpkin subscribers.

I have modified each of the 3 cards included in this months Paper Pumpkin kit to give you a couple more ideas and show you how versatile these kits are! I stayed pretty much with the contents of the kit except for a few rhinestones and burlap ribbon.

My first card I created a pattern with the flower stamps in two of the corners.  To give it a bit more dimension, I stamped the large flower on one of the watercolor pieces and cut out and popped it onto of the other. Each flower has a rhinestone colored black.

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My second card I eliminated the banner you saw in the video and used another stamped flower from the watercolor piece. I curved the greeting on my block and stamped it directly onto the card front. I love the little flower circles! Again I added a few rhinestones colored yellow.

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My 3rd and final project was really easy to modify … I just added a banner made from the Burlap ribbon. It really adds a natural texture that looks good on this card.

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Learn more here about adding a Paper Pumpkin Kit pre-paid subscription to your next Stampin’ Up! order and getting a monthly artistic fix in a box.  Simple.  Easy.  Fun.  Marvelous gift idea for the holidays, too!

Thanks so much for stopping by ~

Have a wonderful day!

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Let me introduce you …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I posted the Weekly Deals which has some really fun items…

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Let me start with the “File Tabs Edgelit Dies”. If your looking for a way to jazz up your workspace … Create your own file folders using Designer Series Paper.

This video shows you how to use your Big Shot and File Tabs Edgelits Dies for a home office just right for you. Check out these really fun ideas …

 

Next is the Bow Builder Punch … Skip the store and make your own tiny bows with just one punch. Watch this video to learn how easy it is to create custom bows.

Here is a little project I made with the Bow Builder punch.  A simply layout you can use for any type of card… just change out your designer paper and greeting! I love the bow with the tag!

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Here is a Christmas card I made last year with the Silver Foil Vellum … I’ll be sure to get my next pack on sale (this weeks Weekly Deals) and make more cards this year!

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I hope you enjoyed learning a little more about some of the products featured in the Weekly Deals and the card samples I shared with you.

Thanks for spending time with me today!

Have a day filled with fun and creativity ~

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Weekly Deals & More …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m back with Weekly Deals ….

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Fabulous Sale Kicked Off Yesterday …

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Yes, you read that right! For any stamps* you purchase October 19-23, you’ll save 15 percent off the retail value. It’s really that simple, and it’s really that exciting, so don’t miss out on this limited-time sale!

*Excludes bundles, host, and rotary stamps.

Gather your friends and orders for additional benefits ….

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Please let me know if there is anything I can help you with. You can contact me at lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

Thanks much ~

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15% Off Stamps Starts Today!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Calling all stampers … Today we kick off a big promotion where you and your friends can all receive a nice savings on your stamp sets!

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Starting Today … October 19, stamps will be discounted 15 percent off retail. This sale will only be around for a few days before it ends on October 23, so don’t miss out! It’s a great time to help your friends get the stamp sets on their wish list, or to order anything you’ve been keeping your eye on too.

See all the Stampin’ Up! Stamps online:

 SHOP ONLINE!

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WOW … don’t forget that in conjunction with this just announced promotion is the “Stampin’ Rewards” promotion! With at least $300 in sales, you’ll receive an extra 3% added to your Stampin’ Rewards.

One more time … ALL regular priced Stampin’ Up! stamps will be discounted 15 percent off retail price. This sale will only be around for a few days before it ends on October 23 so don’t miss out!  It’s a great time to fill your wish list or even try the $99 Starter Kit for additional savings!  Discounted stamps may be added to the $99 Starter Kit, making your savings even greater and OH, what fun to get more product for your money!

*Hostess sets, rotary stamps, bundles with stamp sets and any stamp set that is on the Clearance Rack do not qualify for the stamp sale discount.

Please let me know if you need any help or you can begin shopping HERE!

I will send a “Thank You” gift of hand stamped cards for orders of $25 and up during this fabulous promotion!

Thank your for stopping by today ~

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Simply Sunday: Simply FaBOOlous!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today is the last of my Halloween shares (unless I come up with something brilliant that I just have to share with you!). I think you will think that it’s just as FaBOOlous as I do!

All you need to create this FaBOOlous card is the Happy Haunting Designer paper, Black Glimmer Paper, the Six Sayings (Hostess) stamp set and the Scallop Tag Topper punch!

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Ok … most people would tell me that I put the designer paper side ways, but I love that the ghosts appear to be coming out from the greeting and that they are flying any which way! This is mounted onto my Black Glimmer paper and then my Tangelo Twist base.

The greeting is stamped on Very Vanilla and then punched with the Scallop Tag Topper punch. I trimmed the sides to frame my greeting. My Tangelo Twist was cut a 1/4″ larger so it would create a perfect mat. I added just a touch of glimmer paper behind the greeting to tie it all together!

A strip of the 3/8″ Black Stitched Satin Ribbon woven into the label and adhered behind, completes the card.  Simple * Easy * Fun!

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If you want the “faboolous” Six Sayings stamp set … NOW is the time to gather your friends either at your home for a stampin’ party, a book party, or do it on-line through a hostess code because for a limited time, Stampin’ Up! is offering …

15% Off Stamps

Starting October 19, stamps will be discounted 15 percent off retail. This sale will only be around for a few days before it ends on October 23, so don’t miss out! It’s a great time to help your friends get the stamp sets on their wish list, or to order anything you’ve been keeping your eye on too.

Check back for more details tomorrow, October 19th.

WOW … don’t forget that in conjunction with this just announced promotion is the “Stampin’ Rewards” promotion! With at least $300 in sales, you’ll receive an extra 3% added to your Stampin’ Rewards.

Remember: Stampin’ Rewards can be used towards the purchase of a Starter Kit. If they have enough Stampin’ Rewards for products AND the Starter Kit, even better! Note: After purchasing a Starter Kit, remaining Stampin’ Rewards will disappear, so be sure to spend any Stampin’ Rewards that would remain BEFORE applying the rest towards a Starter Kit.

Thank you for joining me today.

Have an awesome Sunday ~

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

 

TRICK or TREAT!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

As Halloween grows near and my week long Halloween showcase is almost at the end … I have a treat to share with you! I have been feelin’ the love this week and was surprised by a couple of treats myself!

First, a beautiful bouquet of flowers from my friend Nancy. Stampin’ has brought us together, our siblings brought us closer, and a true friendship has emerged …

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They are so beautiful (just like Nancy) and they make me smile each time I look at them.

Today as we arrived for our stamping class, our lovely host Tina, who opens her home to our group each month, also created this cute little treat for each of us!!

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I have to share a close up of this little pumpkin … he’s so stinkin’ cute!

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Thank you ladies … you are wonderful 🙂

As for my treat, I created a handy little box to tuck all my candies in! I love the 2-4-6-8- boxes but needed something bigger so … I came up with this!

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I cut 2 – 6 x 9 inch pieces out of the Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper.  You score at 4″ and 8″ which leaves you a 1″ flap for sealing your box.

You will also need to score horizontally at the 2-1/4″ mark… that will create your bottom flaps. You do a little trimming on the bottom flaps so they close nicely (and all edges are adhered). Simple!!

If you would like a copy of the instructions, just send me your e-mail address to me at … (lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com) and I will send you directions. No purchase necessary! Just giving a little back or all I received this week.

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Thank you so much for dropping by today ~

Have a wonderful weekend …

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

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EEK … Spiders!!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had a chance to check out my blog yesterday and the multiple treat boxes I made with the “Curvy Keepsake Box” die. I share Halloween and Christmas boxes.

Today, I will continue with my Halloween week with my latest design that will make you go EEK!! Just image an walk through the forest and low and behold … it’s filled with spiders!! Spiders Everywhere!!

This card was quick and easy to create. I began with the “spider” pattern from the Happy Haunting Designer Series paper. The you simply run it through the Bigshot using with Embossing Folder – Woodland.

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With a light touch and the side of your marker, color the “raised” tree’s from the folder. That ‘s it.  A bit of Tangelo Twist for a pop of color and a simple greeting … “EEK” from the Little Letters Thinlit Dies.

You know what’s really creepy … it reminded me how we used to run through the cornfields when we were kids, later I learned how many spiders live in those cornfields! EEK!!!

Thank you for stopping by ~

Have a “fabulous” Friday!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you need to order any of these supplies to create your project, just click on the link below.  Thank You!

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Throwback Thursday … in 3-D

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I wanted to share a cute little project I made last year for Halloween … whats cool about this project is the core tools to make it are still available in the catalog!

Since I manage a Candy Store I find these little treat keepers the bomb!! They are the perfect size for our dessert truffles … Yum, Yum.

If you would like to see the original post and how to make the tag … just Click Here

It will also show you a list of supplies for my “Good to the Last Bite” treat box.

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Oh so cute!! But now it’s time to check out my updated version … same Curvy Keepsake Box Thinlits die but I’m using the Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper and the Spider Web Doilies (currently on back order).

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Love the pattern of this paper … you could slip off the Halloween greeting and add a Thanksgiving greeting! Who wouldn’t love a cute little treat box filled with chocolate!

Last Christmas I made these cute little boxes for my Holiday Retreat attendee’s …

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The possibilities with this versatile framelit is definitely worth it’s price in gold!! Oh wait … I have one more to share with you! Ho Ho Ho …

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Hope you enjoyed my Throwback Thursday post … it’s always fun to look back at the fun projects we have made, and then take a look at what we can do with today’s tools.

Thank you for hangin’ with me today!

I hope your day is a marvelous one.

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … It does not include the “Throwback Thursday” projects.

Beware of Black Cats!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have another cute Halloween card to share and just in case you missed them yesterday … the Weekly Deals will also be featured.

My card today highlights the fabulous bundle; Happy Scenes stamp set & Hearth & Home Thinlits Dies, and it that isn’t fun enough … I’ve lured the black cat over from the Festive Fireside Framelits too!

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I wanted my black cat to be peering out the window on Halloween night, and what would one expect to see but a creepy little spider and a full moon! The full moon was created with the 1-1/4″ circle punch and the masking technique. I sponged on So Saffron, Calypso Coral and Perfect Plum to create my All Hallows Eve effect.

I wanted a nice sturdy house to protect me so I used the “Brick” embossing folder. To create the weathered look of the brick, I simply dragged my VersaMark™ pad across it. So simple but it really creates an awesome effect.

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 To complete my card I finished off the inside and wished you all a Happy Halloween! And Many More … is the stamp set my greeting comes from.

Thank you for stopping by my Halloween home and meeting my little black cat!

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Here are the weekly deals and below I’ll have the ingredients for today’s card …

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 TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

If you liked the card you saw today and would like to purchase the supplies, just click on any of the products to begin shopping.  Thank you!

 

 

Do You Believe in Ghosts … Spooky!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I continue with my “Halloween Week”.  I know that it’s Tuesday and I usually post the new Weekly Deals, don’t worry I have the link that will take you directly to them! You won’t miss a thing, I promise.

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A quick and simple card created with the “Happy Haunting” designer Series paper…. this just makes card making so easy! I put my little ghosties on the bottom and stripes on the top! I finished off the bare edges of my paper with the “Basic Black Stitched Satin Ribbon”.

My greeting comes from the “Among the Branches” stamp set (it’s bundled with the Woodland Textured Folder) which I embossed in black on Pear Pizzazz. I used the “Circle Framelits” to cut it out.

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I added the two little banners to a a touch more color and give the card . Wow … those creepy little eyes staring back at you from the inside, kind of gives me the goosebumps! Well, it is Halloween!

Now for your WEEKLY DEALS … Just click on the logo below.

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Thank you for checking out my blog today!

Hope yours is a good one.

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … Click on any item for details or to begin shopping.  Thank You!

 

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Witches Happy Haunting …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I hope you all got to enjoy the beautiful weekend, we were blessed with a fabulous fall day! I love this time of year.

Yesterday I used the large stripes from the “Timeless Elegance” designer paper, and today I’m going to highlight the lace pattern. Who better to wear lace than a witch! I stamped her hat in Elegant Eggplant and heat embossed it with the Iridescent Ice emboss powder.

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Her hat … oh yes, that came from the Howl-o-ween Bundle; The Howl-o-ween Treats stamp set and Boo to You Framelits Dies. It’s so cute and so much fun to play with. To create the focal point, I placed the hat on a silver 2-1/2″ circle.

I love to use purple, green and orange for Halloween so my color choices for today’s card was Elegant Eggplant, Pear Pizzazz, Pumpkin Pie which I used for my tags and base for the card. I finished my edges with the Triple Banner Punch … it can really make a banner from any size of cardstock, not just the 3 that are slotted for!

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As for my “Happy Haunting” greeting … I took that from my September Paper Pumpkin stamp set. Paper Pumpkin has some awesome “exclusive” stamps! It is really worth trying it out at least. CLICK HERE.

I hope my card inspired you to use your designer papers for any type of project … it’s always more fun to think outside the box!

Thank you for stopping by today ~

Have a marvelous Monday!

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Simply Sunday: Spooky

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Before we begin I would like to “WELCOME” all our new blog readers! So glad you joined us and I appreciate that you all take time out of your busy day to visit my blog… Thank You!

As many of you know, my sister and I have been busy preparing for our upcoming Holiday Retreat, so I have decided that I’m going to celebrate the upcoming holiday …. Halloween, by sharing a week long feast of “Tastefully Spooky” cards and more!!

Today’s Simply Sunday post is a quick -n- easy card that is sure to bring a smile to those who receive it. A simple pumpkin created with 3 circles punched for our 2-1/2″ punch. I sponged the edges to create an appearance of dimension that you would see on a real pumpkin.

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The cute little face on my pumpkin comes from the “Sparkly Seasons” stamp set. I purchased the bundle and saved 15% which gave the the “Spooky” from the “Seasonal Frame” thinlits dies! I used the silver glimmer paper so it would add that Halloween sparkle to my card.

The leaves come from another bundle (yes, I like things on sale!) the Vintage Leaves and Leaflets Framelits. The stem was just cut free hand … easy!

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My background designer paper comes from the “Timeless Elegance” collection. Wait till you see what I did with it on tomorrows card! Remember, I’ll be sharing “Halloween” projects all week long.

Thanks again for joining me today!

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TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … Click on any item for details or to begin shopping.         

Thank you.

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Do you know what today is …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Sorry for posting a bit late today, but I am here and I want to have a little fun today!

Did you know… 

… that today is Tuxedo Debut Day? The tuxedo dinner jacket made its debut at a ball in Tuxedo Park, New York, on this day in 1886. There are several theories about the “invention” of the tuxedo but most can agree that it is a standard in American formal attire and is a ubiquitous symbol of celebration and special occasion for men of any and all levels of society. 

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Who knew right! I didn’t know there was such a day. Guess we all learned something new today. lol

So … I brought back this cute little card I made a while back which features a “Tuxedo” … how fun is that! It was pretty much done “free-hand” … just a bit wider at the shoulders (that’s how we like them).

If you would like to see the original post for this card, just CLICK HERE!

Thanks so much for joining me today. I’ll be back tomorrow with one of my Simply Sunday series cards.

Have a wonderful day ~

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Swap Cards …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m a bit under the weather … a tooth infection I believe so I didn’t get much stampin’ done but I do have a wonderful post to share that comes from our Stampin’ Up! Get Inspired blog presented by our Concept Artist … Jen C.

You are going to really enjoy the creative cards and projects  …

Founder’s Circle is an exclusive event awarded to our top demonstrators who have shown leadership and a balanced, successful approach toward developing their businesses. This wonderful event (more like a party that lasts for days!) was held last week in St. George, Utah. We’ve loved seeing the achievers’ photos on social media!

Card swaps are a part of nearly every Stampin’ Up! event. It’s always fun to see all of the great things that Stampin’ Up! demonstrators create. The swaps from Founder’s Circle were proudly displayed at the home office, and I wanted to share a few of the wonderful projects that were created. (Trust me, seeing them all together was awe-inspiring!)

Janet Baker Founders Swap

First of all, the witch’s hat attached to this little treat bag is pure genius! Janet Baker created this darling project using the Tree Punch (item 135859), Bow Builder Punch (item 137414), 2-1/2″ Circle Punch (item 120906), and the 1″ Circle Punch (item 119868). She also used the new Black Glimmer Paper (item 139605) and the Witches’ Night Photopolymer Stamp Set (item 139708). 

Allison Okamitsu Founders Swap

Next up is an adorable card designed by Allison Okamitsu. I just love how she showed off the cute reindeer from the Jolly Christmas Stamp Set (item 139876). And, our Rhinestone Basic Jewels (item 119246) can be easily colored using permanent marker (for those who are partial to red-nosed reindeer)!

Kimberly Van Diepen Founders Swap

I also really loved this Halloween card made by Kimberly VanDiepen. She used the Cheer All Year Photopolymer Stamp Set (item 139839) and the Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper (item 139584). This stamp set coordinates with the Season to Season Wreath Kit (item 139645); however, it’s super-versatile outside of the kit, too.

Sherry Roth Founders Swap

One of my favorite stamp sets from our holiday catalog is Flurry of Wishes (item 139732), showcased in this beautiful card by Sherry Roth. I thought her use of the Hearts Border Punch (item 133784) was the perfect accent.

Mary Knabe Founders Swap

Check out this elegant card created by Mary Knabe.  She added color to our Timeless Elegance Designer Series Paper (item 138444), which is perfect!  I think she definitely achieved timeless elegance.

Joyce Feraco Founders Swap

Our new Spider Web Doilies (item 139622) appear in the Halloween section of the catalog, but I love how Joyce Feraco used the white side of the doily as an elegant snowflake. It looks lovely paired with the Winter Wonderland Specialty Designer Series Paper (item 139588).

Becky Roberts Founders Swap

I really love the star window on this card from Becky Roberts. The Home for Christmas Designer Series Paper (item 139592) is a favorite, and she showcased it beautifully. Also, the stamp set she used—Seasonal Snapshot 2015 (item 139841)—coordinates with the Project Life Collection, but it can be used with so much more.

Esther Boyle Founders Swap

Lastly, I thought this card created by Esther Boyle was very clever. She used an Oval Framelit Die (item 129381), a Metallic Foil Doily (item 138392), and some Silver Cording Trim (item 139620) to create this sweet angel ornament. 

I wish there were time to share them all! Our demonstrators are truly remarkable and have so much creativity to share. A special thanks to them all for sharing what they love.

Enjoy!

Jen C. / Concept Artist

Thank you for stopping by ~

Have a wonderful day!

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