Something Bewitching for You!

Seasonal Frame Thinlits Dies

$27.00

Spider Web Doilies

$4.50

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.00

20Sep2015

Simply Sunday: Silent Night

Posted in Christmas, HOLIDAYS, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’d like to share with you a simply beautiful card that I did at with my technique clubs this month. We focused on the “Woodland” embossing folder and some fun techniques that you can use with them to create a “WOW” card.

I paired up the Woodland folder with the beautiful “Wonderland” and “Happy Scenes” stamp sets…

To create this beautiful card, you simply stamp directly onto the Woodland embossing folder with the pines from the Wonderland stamp set. Be sure you stamp on the “raised” side of the folder (the trees will be recessed on the side you stamp on).

Silent Night is stamped on vellum in Mossy Meadow and tucked behind your embossed front … I also used Mossy Meadow to mat the front and highlight the beautiful color.

For the inside of the card, we stamped the trees from “Happy Scenes” into the corner and the verse from “Wonderland” into the center. I love how many of the stamp sets from Stampin’ Up! coordinate together.

Hope you enjoyed my card …

and I hope you have a beautiful day!

Thanks for stopping by ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Mossy Meadow Classic Stampin’ Pad

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Wonderland Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$23.00

Happy Scenes Photopolymer Stamp Set

Vellum 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

19Sep2015

Death by Chocolate!

Posted in 3-D Projects, Halloween, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Death by Chocolate!? If we have to go … what a way to go! I simply could not resist sharing another treat bad with you. I am again using the “Happy Haunting” Designer Series paper in yet another pattern… Plaid!! Plus it has a cute polka dot pattern on the other side so it worked perfect for my treat bag.

This treat bag went together … 1 – 2 – 3! Once the bag was secured with my Fast Fuse, I simply popped on one of our “Spider Web Doilies” … they are soooo cute!

I then grabbed my greeting from the “Sweet Hauntings” stamp set and with the use of my markers I decided I only wanted the words and not the frame around it… this way I could punch them out (which I did) with the 1-3/4″ circle punch and place it nicely into the center of my doily!

Last but definitely not least … I grabbed a Sharpie™ and colored my Rhinestones to match my designer paper and greeting. I love it when everything matches … lol. Then used my dimensionals to adhere my greeting and give the bag even more dimension.

I can’t wait to stuff it with candy! And if you take a walk on Main Street in West Bend, Wisconsin you will see this cute little treat bag, along with some other stamped projects in the Candyman on Main’s Halloween window display. I should have that done by the end of the month!

I thank you for stopping by, it was so sweet of you!

Have a delightful day!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

~~$40.00~~ $30.00

Sweet Hauntings Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Rhinestone Basic Jewels

$5.00

18Sep2015

More Treat Bag Fun for You!

Posted in 3-D Projects, Birthday, Kids Kards, Paper Pumpkin, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

As promised, today I have a treat bag with a window! Let’s have a little fun here today … I’m using the Treat Bag Thinlit and Happy Haunting Designer paper. I’ve chosen a different pattern of paper today so I can show you that this is not just for Halloween.

For those of you who know me well, you know I love Star’s!! Here they are in full force, and to top it off … our thinlit die has a star in it too! I used it to cut out my window and make another star to bring in the orange color from the inside of the bag (reverse side of paper).

You simply place the star or other shape that you would like to use to create a window in the center of the largest die. If you want to fill your treat bag with smaller goodies, simply adhere a window sheet inside before assembling your treat bag. (Too hard to do once it’s all put together).

So … if you want to treat someone that “rocks” with a fun little gift, what would you give them? Why “POP ROCKS” of course. So clever (or fun) … Pop Rocks + Star paper = Rock Star!

What a quick and simple way to brighten someones day! Hope you enjoyed!

I also have something special to share with you …

To show our support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Stampin’ UP! is going PINK . . . or at least our October Paper Pumpkin boxes are! And because we know our subscribers want to share the love too, Stampin’ Up! will be making a donation on our subscribers behalf to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).

Stampin’ Up! will donate

$1 for every active Paper Pumpkin subscriber.
Plus, an additional $1 for every new subscriber.

Together, we will make a difference!

Here’s how you can help:

Subscribe! If you’re new to Paper Pumpkin, click here to get started. Your first kit will arrive in a limited-edition pink box that you’ll want to hold onto forever-and we’ll donate $2 because you’re new!
Stay active if you’re a subscriber so we can donate $1 for you. Only those who receive the October shipment will be counted for the donation.
Spread the word! Help us get as many new subscribers as possible. Every current subscriber adds $1 and for new subscribers it’s doubled, so let’s get the word out and raise as much as possible.

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) advances the world’s most promising research to eradicate breast cancer. Founded by Evelyn H. Lauder in 1993, BCRF has raised more than $550 million to fuel discoveries in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, survivorship and metastasis, making it one of the largest non-governmental funders of breast cancer research in the world. For more information, please visit: www.bcrfcure.org.

Thank you for visiting with me today.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

~~$40.00~~ $30.00

Be The Star Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Be The Star Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$29.00

17Sep2015

Halloween Treats For You!

Posted in 3-D Projects, Halloween, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I made you a cute little treat bag from the Mini Treat Bag Thinlits that are currently on Sale during our Weekly Deals (ends Monday).

With Halloween just around the corner, I thought it would be fun to team up the Treat Bag Thinlits Dies with the Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper and the beautiful Black Glimmer paper! When cutting out your bag … you want to make sure the pattern is going in the same direction. Easiest way is to keep the “zigzag or pinking” edge up when placing your dies onto the paper.

Don’t you think this designer paper is cute? If you look closely … you will see that those crows are actually sitting on gravestones! And the other side of this paper? Well take another close look … you will see little jack-o-lantern faces! Too cute.

I cut the banner (which is included with the dies) out of the left over piece of designer paper. The “For You” (also included) I cut from a 1-1/2″ wide strip of Black Glimmer paper. I kept it in the center so I could put the banner over the top ( No Waste! ) then I simply trimmed the ends to match the banner.

How simple was that!? I used Fast Fuse to adhere my edges because it’s a bit stronger than the Snail and much easier that the old sticky strip. Then a few dimensionals to pop up my words and I was done!

I like it because it fits a Gift Card in … but a candy bar would be good too! Oh yes, and you could give them a sneak peek by cutting a window into your treat bag. Would you like to see a sample of that tomorrow?

Hope you enjoyed my little project today! And don’t just think of Halloween … You could use these as a table dressing for Thanksgiving or to tuck the gift cards in for a Tree of Giving at Christmas. The possibilities and gift giving opportunities are endless!

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

Hope your today is wonderful ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

~~$40.00~~ $30.00

Black Glimmer Paper

$5.00

Butterflies Thinlits Dies

16Sep2015

Beautiful Butterflies!

Posted in Birthday by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Just a quick post today! I’m going to bring a couple of my cards that highlight the Butterfly Framelit Dies that were listed on the Weekly Deals yesterday.

I made this one for my Mom’s birthday … She loves butterflies and really loved this card. Isn’t that why we hand stamp cards – to make others happy! Besides … it’s a great stress reliever. I’ve been in my Stampin’ Studio creating for my upcoming Holiday Retreat! Click on link tab at top to get more details!

This card I had a little fun with … creating potted plants that attracted a passing butterfly!

Both cards are from previous posts, but I’ll be back tomorrow with some new goodies!

Thanks for stopping by!

Have an awesome day ~

15Sep2015

Weekly Deals …

Posted in ON SALE!, Uncategorized by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends!

Before I share the Weekly Deals with you…

I’d like to say “WELCOME” to my newest blog followers. I love to see when new people begin “following” my blog. I hope you find it an “escape to creativity” with great samples, stampin’ tips, deals and more.

I also love to hear your comments … What did you think about the card, how will that tip help you, it gives me an idea what you like! On that note, I want to surprise my Top 3 commenters!! By the end of this week or early next week – You will find a surprise in your mailbox!!

These three blog followers will receive a little bag of goodies from me for sharing their thoughts and ideas on my posts. WHEN YOU GET YOUR GOODIES … PLEASE POST A COMMENT. Not required but I thought it would be fun. I was lucky enough this time to know the addresses as they also purchase their products through me (either on-line or direct). Could this be YOU?!

Well Tuesday isn’t Tuesday if I don’t share the Weekly Deals with you …

Oh WOW … I Love the items on sale this week!! My favorites are the Mini Treat Bag and the Butterflies Thinlit Dies! And who doesn’t love buttons & ribbon… best embellishments ever!!

Brights Designer Buttons

Price: ~~$8.00~~ $6.00

Price: ~~$25.00~~ $18.75

Early Espresso 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon

Price: ~~$6.00~~ $4.50

Fringe Scissors

Price: ~~$10.00~~ $7.50

Gold Basic Metal Buttons

Price: ~~$8.00~~ $6.00

Whisper White 5/8″ Satin Ribbon

Price: ~~$40.00~~ $30.00

Price: ~~$7.00~~ $5.25

I’ve been asked if I purchase from the Weekly Deals and my answer is YES! I know what a good value they are that the regular price, so if I don’t have them or I want more … like ribbons and buttons, I snatch them up! It’s an economical way to use the products for my classes, clubs and retreats! Who doesn’t love to save a bit of money … right!

I’ll be sharing some cute projects this week with the thinlits dies from this weeks “Weekly Deals”, so be sure to stop back!

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog today, and remember … I love to hear from you!

Have a terrific Tuesday!

14Sep2015

Touch of Autumn in the Air …

Posted in Fall / Autumn by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have another card created with the “Woodland” embossing folder! This is such a fun one to play with… I’m sure you’ll come up with more great ideas too.

I teamed it up with the “Happy Scene’s” stamp set … I inked up the fall image with the Momento Ink pad and then did a combination of watercoloring with my blender pen and sponging to soften it up a bit.

I created a unique focal point of that image by cutting it out with the “Leaflets” framelit dies and then matted it with the Tangelo Twist to make it pop even more.

I used one of the other leaves for my greeting which came from the “Petite Pairs” stamp set. Just a fun little twist to an autumn card.

Thank you for dropping by today. I’ll be back tomorrow with the Weekly Deals.

I hope you have a wonderful week.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Happy Scenes Photopolymer Stamp Set

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.00

Leaflets Framelits Dies

$25.00

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Tangelo Twist 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Soft Sky Classic Stampin’ Pad

Crumb Cake Classic Stampin’ Pad

Old Olive Classic Stampin’ Pad

Pumpkin Pie Classic Stampin’ Pad

Petite Pairs Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Into The Woods Designer Series Paper

13Sep2015

Simply Sunday: Grateful for cool tools!

Posted in Fall / Autumn, New Product Intro / Video, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I’m back with a pretty card that showcases some of my favorite tools for cardmaking. Have you ever thought … what did I do before the BigShot? Me too!! I love using my BigShot and all the tools for cutting and embossing.

Maybe someday I’ll show you some of my first cards … I think we all giggle when we look back. But we had to start somewhere right! That was 15 years ago.

On to today’s card …

I began with the thought of using the “Into the Woods” Designer Series paper. I wanted to highlight the pretty flowers so I punched some out with the 2″ circle punch. Did you know the designs on this set of designer paper was hand painted by our designers? Watch this quick video to learn more (Into the Woods is the 3rd highlighted) …

Once I punched out the flowers I chose my color pallet … Whisper White, Rich Razzleberry and Mossy Meadow. I used the Razzleberry for my base and mat behind the flowers to make the razzleberry flowers pop in the bouquet of flowers. The mat was cut with the Circle Framelit Dies.

It’s so easy to create beautiful backgrounds with our embossing folders, and I wanted to use the new “Woodland” folder, it coordinates so well with the “Woodland” theme of this card.

Finally my greeting … a simple choice! I used the “Seasonal Framelit Dies” and chose the grateful die cut and adhered it with the new Fine Tip Glue Pen. If you don’t have this yet, you will really need to get it on your wish list. I works so nice!

Thanks so much for joining me today. I hope you enjoyed the fun tools (punches, folders & framelits) that were used to create today’s Simply Sunday card.

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Mossy Meadow 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

2″ Circle Punch

$18.00

Rich Razzleberry 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Circles Collection Framelits Dies

$27.00

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Seasonal Frame Thinlits Dies

$27.00

Fine-Tip Glue Pen

12Sep2015

10 Reasons I Love the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit

Posted in Quick -n- Easy, Stampin' Up! card ideas by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I’m going to re-post the “10 Reasons I Love the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit” from our Stampin’ Up! Inspired by blog. I can’t help but share these cute cards and the wonderful reasons why this kit is so cool …

The giftable Watercolor Wishes Card Kit includes preprinted cards for the perfect artistic look without the mess. Includes supplies for 20 unique cards in 3 sizes and an exclusive stamp set. Make one when you need it, or make them all and use them later. Makes 20 unique cards.

You provide the adhesive; we’ll provide the rest, including the stamp set, clear stamp block, and ink.

10 Reasons I Love the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit

It’s so quick and easy to assemble.
There’s something for anyone—male or female.
I love the hand-painted look and the watercolor washes.
The stamp set is super-versatile. Once the kit is made, I can still use the stamps for so many other projects.
The kit comes with detailed instructions; it’s also easy to change it up and make it my own. The photos I’m sharing are alternate designs.
The colors are fantastic—Watermelon Wonder, Pool Party, Night of Navy, Crushed Curry, and Tip Top Taupe.
It has some of my favorite embellishments—washi tape, sequins, and wood elements.
It’s all-inclusive! That’s ink, paper, die cuts, Stampin’ Dimensionals, envelopes, embellishments, and stamps.
The box is cute, which makes it so “giftable.” Add a bow and it’s all ready to share with someone.
I need cards! And sometimes I need them in a hurry. With this kit, it will look like I spent hours handcrafting a beautiful card, when in reality, it was quick to assemble.

Hello-Watercolor-Card

Just-a-Note-Watercolor-Card

Thanks-Watercolor-Card

You're-Amazing-Watercolor-Card

Another thought that came to mind while I was playing with this kit was all of the other Stampin’ Up! products that might compliment it. I thought it was fun to bring in some other ink colors. I would suggest Pool Party, Calypso Coral, or even Old Olive. And what project doesn’t need some Baker’s Twine?!

What do you love most about the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit (item # 140406)?

Jen C.
Concept Art

Thank you for checking this out.

Have a great Saturday … See you tomorrow for my Simply Sunday post!

11Sep2015

Cool Technique with Embossing Folders!!

Posted in Christmas, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am excited that the weekend is here, and today I kick off a new season of my Stampin’ Technique Clubs. Our September technique will focus on different ways you can use your embossing folders… and I chose the new “Woodland” folder.

Today I will show you something fun to do with your folders (they’ll make 2 more!) I can’t show them to you yet because it will spoil their fun. I began my card by embossing the trees using Soft Sky cardstock

Using the “White Stampin’ Chalk Marker” – I colored the trees and branches to highlight them even more. Wow … it looks so cool and it’s so easy to do!!

I colored in the indented areas of the tree with my Soft Suede marker to coordinate with the base of my card. Don’t you think it makes the tree more realistic looking? I love White Birch … I think it’s my favorite tree!

I added a simple greeting (I think this one got past my purging of discontinued sets) and then added one of the new “Snowflake Elements” to add texture and continue the “woodland” feel of the card.

I didn’t want a lot of glimmer on this card, so I added just a touch with a rhinestone in the center of the wooden snowflake. You could easily add glitter to the branches to create a shimmery snow effect!

What a simple way to make an impact (the WOW effect) on your card… just by coloring the embossed area. Hope you enjoyed today’s technique tip!

Thank you for taking time to visit with me today.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend ~

Remembering the anniversary of 9-11-01. We will never forget.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

Soft Sky 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

White Stampin’ Chalk Marker

$3.50

Neutrals Stampin’ Write Markers

$23.00

Soft Suede 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Snowflake Elements

$6.00

Rhinestone Basic Jewels

$5.00

Let’s Get Away Project Life Bundle

10Sep2015

Some “Throw Back Thursday” Fun!

Posted in Project Life by Stampin' Up!, Scrapbook by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

We are over the hump and heading into the weekend … it’s a good day! I thought it would be fun to share some scrapbook pages that I created many years ago when I first started demonstrating.

Times and embellishments have changed greatly since then, but the photos and memories we save will always touch our hearts. I admit, I prefer the “hands-on” approach to scrapbooking vs. computerized.

In the spirit of “Throw Back Thursday” … do you remember Button Bear!! Very, very popular when I started stamping. Here he is helping my grandson celebrate his birthday!

Not sure AJ would want me scrapbooking him with Button Bear anymore … he’s more into BMX bikes!

Here is another page done with a camping stamp set. Now I would use the “Project Life: Let’s Get Away”. One of the sayings in that set is “To Live is to Travel” … I think Shayla would agree to that. I think I instilled the love of traveling into her.

I really do miss that swirl stamp for my pages though … I always thought that looked so cool!

My last page is another birthday … Cassie’s first! I haven’t done a monochromatic page in a while, and now most of my pages are done in the 12 x 12 format.

With so many birthday stamp sets to choose from, it wouldn’t be hard to create a page. Two of my favorites are “Birthday Yay” because of the numbers and “Sweet Stack” just because I think it’s so much fun.

I think it’s time to begin sharing a little more scrapbooking here on my blog! It’s not something I’ve done much of. Any of these pages could easily be done on a 12 x 12 layout or the Project Life style (where you just pocket photo’s, cards and embellishments.

You can watch this short video to learn a little more about Project Life …

I’ve shared the links to the products I mentioned in the post with you below. Just click on them for more information.

I definitely need to share some updated scrapbook pages … two of these grandchildren are in high school and the other has graduated to make me a great grandma! How times flies.

Thanks for stopping by ~

Happy Thursday!

SUGGESTED PRODUCT LIST …

$34.00

Birthday Yay Photopolymer Stamp Set

$16.00

Sweet Stack Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00