Simply Sunday: Graduation Celebration

Melon Mambo 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$7.00

Expressions Natural Elements

$5.00

Whisper White Baker’s Twine

$3.00

Bitty Butterfly Punch

$16.00

Pearl Basic Jewels

$5.00

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6Jun2015

Summer Party Ideas …

Posted in 3-D Projects, New Product Intro / Video, Stampin' Up! card ideas by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am so excited to share with you the cutest ideas for your next summer party! I’m passing along the information that was posted on our Stampin’ Up! Get Inspired blog …

Kudos to our very own Sara Douglass, who was recently featured on a local Utah morning show called Good Things Utah! She showed viewers how to take just six of our products to create an entire look and feel for summer parties and get-togethers. Check out her fabulous ideas… just click the link below and join in on the fun!

Now for some up-close photos of those beautiful projects . . . and some simple instructions on how you can create your own party ensemble!

Water Bottle—Encircle a water bottle with a 2″-wide strip of Farmers Market Designers Series Paper (item # 138448).

Utensil Holder—Make a 2″ cut on either side of a Kraft Tag a Bag Gift Bags (item # 138315) and fold the flap down. Adhere a 2″-wide strip of Farmers Market Designers Series Paper to the front.

Cookie Holder—Take a 9″ x 9″ piece of Farmers Market Designer Series Paper and fold it in half; then take one corner and fold it straight across. Repeat this with the other corner. To complete the project, take the top flap and fold one piece down to create an open pocket (see the video).

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The products used in these fun and simple projects were:

All About Sugar Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00

Farmers Market Designer Series Paper

$11.00

Very Vanilla 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

Kraft Tag A Bag Gift Bags

$3.50

Hello Honey 5/8″ Striped Cotton Ribbon

$7.00

Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.00

2015-2017 In Color Blossom Accents

We hope we’ve given you some ideas on how to quickly spruce up your summer get-togethers! Have fun creating with all the new products in the new annual catalog!

Thanks for joining me for a summer picnic excursion!

Have a warm & wonderful weekend!

5Jun2015

Designer Series Paper Stacks and More

Posted in 3-D Projects, Birthday, Stampin' Up! card ideas by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Just had to share the “Get Inspired” post by Stampin’ Up! with you. Check out all these cute projects!!

The new annual catalog is out! Wooh!!! I don’t know about you, but my wish list is enormous. And our new (adorable) Designers Series Paper Stacks are my faves.

Check out these striped and floral patterns! For this project, I used Crushed Curry, Cucumber Crush, Pool Party, and Watermelon Wonder. It takes just a minute or two to make the fun little Designer Series Paper floral accents featured here using the Flower Medallion Punch (item # 137417). Just snip the petals to give them a little dimension, then adhere them to the tags using Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Do you love the adorable floral centers? They’re our new 2015–2017 In Color Blossom Accents (item # 138383)—1/2″ in diameter with 20 flowers per package and four each of five colors.

The stamp sets featured here are Friendly Wishes (item # 139579) and Sweet Stack(item # 138948).

Create the tag using the Ornate Tag Topper (item # 137416).

Love the new Watermelon Wonder 1″ Dotted Lace Trim; it’s item # 138425 in the new catalog.

The cute taffy paper used to make this card is included with the Cherry on Top Designer Series Paper Stack (item # 138443). Make the gift box with the Big Shot (item # 113439), the Fry Box Bigz L Die (item # 132966), the All about Sugar Stamp Set (item # 138684) and the Sprinkles on Top Stamp Set (item # 139569). I slipped the treat inside a Gusseted Cellophane Bag, item # 133770.

Just for fun, I made a necklace out of stamped doughnuts (see right side of picture). Just make a “sandwich” out of two punched doughnuts with a Stampin’ Dimensional in the middle, then adhere it to the soon-to-be-available-and-super-awesome Silver Metallic Thread (item # 138402). Add a balloon to this cute little ensemble and you have a bright and happy birthday gift for a friend!

Thank you Cindy B. for the awesome projects! Get’s you in the mood to party!

Thanks for stopping by …

Go out and celebrate the day!

Flower Medallion Punch

$18.00

$8.00

Friendly Wishes Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.00

Sweet Stack Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00

Ornate Tag Topper Punch

$23.00

Watermelon Wonder 1″ Dotted Lace Trim

$6.00

Cherry On Top Designer Series Paper Stack

All About Sugar Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00

Sprinkles On Top Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$13.00

Gusseted Cellophane Bags

$4.50

Silver Metallic Thread

$3.00

Click here to shop Weekly Deals!

4Jun2015

Introducing …. Sprinkles of Life

Posted in Birthday, Stampin' Up! card ideas by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’d like to introduce a new stamp set to you today …. the Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set. It is this years Ronald McDonald House Charity stamp set.

Sprinkle positive thoughts wherever you want. This set is chock-full of positivity that you’ll want to share with everyone.

Stampin’ Up! donates time and money to support Ronald McDonald House Charities. To date we’ve contributed over $1,000,000 to RHMC and their network of local RMHC Chapters. When you buy the Sprinkles of Life Stamp Set, we donate a portion of the proceeds to RMHC.

These cute projects were created by our home offices at Stampin’ Up! You can find these right in your catalog! Be sure I will be sharing plenty of my own samples with you … I love this stamp set!

The Sprinkles of Life stamp set comes in “Photopolymer” form and will work great when you are layering your stamped images! I love the Photopolyemer because they “really” stick to the blocks and you have a clear view for your stamping.

Make sure however that your ink pads are fully inked … that’s when they work the best and give you a beautiful crisp stamped image. If your not sure how to re-ink your ink pads, let me know, I can help you with that.

Here is a glimpse of a photopolymer stamp (for those of you who have not used these before). Notice you can create a beautiful layout of multiple stamps … create your own background!

I hope you love “Sprinkles of Life” as much as I do, the projects are just so cute!

Thanks for sharing a part of your day with me, hope to see you tomorrow for another new stamp set!

Have an awesome day!

3Jun2015

Let’s Get Creative …

Posted in 3-D Projects, New Product Intro / Video by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you are doing well … I’m excited to share a new product from our just released Stampin’ Up! catalog! I can see this little item coming in very handy all year long!

I’d like to introduce the new “Gift Bag Punch Board” …

Instead of buying bags for small treats and gifts, create them in a variety of sizes using the cardstock or Designer Series Paper of your choice. The Gift Bag Punch Board makes it super simple to create gift bags in varying sizes. All you have to do is punch, score, and adhere.

* Makes bags 2″ deep in heights from 4″ to 10″ tall
* Makes bags in 3 widths: 2-5/8″, 3-1/8″, 3-5/8″
* Lightweight and portable
* Has a fold-away score extender and a scoring tool that tucks into a convenient storage slot
* Measurements printed on the board
* Instructions included

Here is a cute project that was created & shared by Stampin’ Up! …

How cute is this little bag! Here is another … You can find both of these bags in the new 2015-16 Annual Catalog!!

I can’t wait to get mine and I’ll be sure to share samples with you for all the upcoming holidays. Cute Trick or Treat bags … Beautiful Christmas bags … Imagine the possibilities!

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HAVE A BIG WISH LIST? Purchase the $99 Starter Kit (kit includes up to $125 in your choice of current products and ships FREE) and join Stampin’ Up! between June 2 and June 30 AND choose ANY TWO stamp sets (any price) in the new catalog FREE. Learn more and join through me HERE and you’ll not only have a chance to take advantage of a great starter kit offer, and demonstrator discounts on future purchases! Plus enjoy a whole lot of fun, prizes, inspiration and friendship with your fellow Star’s!

GET THE MOST PRODUCT FOR YOUR MONEY NOW! Purchase the kit (plus include your two free stamp sets) and join through me HERE.

Thanks for hangin’ out with me today!

Enjoy the day ~

2Jun2015

New Catalog & Weekly Deals!

Posted in New Product Intro / Video, ON SALE! by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

What’s special about today? …

New In Colors, new stamps, new Designer Series Paper . . . it’s the unveiling of this year’s annual catalog! Hurray! Did you know that our famous product and color coordination takes the guesswork out of mixing and matching? It does! You can make beautiful projects with your own hands—whether you’re a novice or expert crafter. So check out all of the fabulous new products (think Project Life! by Stampin’ Up!) and get your creativity on! Once you’re ready to start your stamping adventure, click here to order online.. then click on the “SHOP” tab in the upper right hand corner!

Hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

	Flower Medallion Punch Item # 137417 ~~Regular Price: $16.95~~ Discounted Price: $12.71
	Fun Flower Punch Item # 133785 ~~Regular Price: $16.95~~ Discounted Price: $12.71
	Chalk Talk Framelits Die Item # 129983 ~~Regular Price: $24.95~~ Discounted Price: $18.71
	Modern Mosaic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Item # 129984 ~~Regular Price: $7.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.96
	Floral Frames Framelits Die Item # 127012 ~~Regular Price: $26.95~~ Discounted Price: $20.21
	Eclectic Paper-Piercing Pack Item # 133778 ~~Regular Price: $7.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.96
	Early Espresso 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon Item # 134560 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46

Don’t forget to check out the Clearance Rack … they have many Halloween and Christmas items ON SALE with up to 80% savings!

Thanks for dropping by to check out my blog today!

Have yourself an awesome day!

1Jun2015

Happy Birthday … Sneak Peek

Posted in Birthday by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy 1st day of June!! Today is my last sneak peek because tomorrow you can begin ordering from the new catalog!!

Last week I shared a masculine birthday card using the “Bohemian” Designer Series paper and the “Happy Birthday Everyone” Hostess stamp set, so today you will get the feminine version, and a step up!

To step it up a bit … I used the Labels Collection Framelit (only 2 days left to get this one) and cut out the center of my designer paper. I did this so our birthday greeting would be highlighted … the focal point of the card.

I stamped the birthday greeting in the Island Indigo and the “to a good friend” in the new Delightful Dijon. The flowers are punched from the “Itty Bitty Accents” punch pack (available in new catty too) and topped them off with our beautiful pearls.

As you can see, I used the Stampin’ Dimensionals to pop up the designer paper. To make it nice and sturdy, I glued the paper onto a pieced of the Very Vanilla that I had left over from cutting my card base. It adds so much more dimension to the card.

Such a pretty card to give to a friend, and a bouquet of flowers already attached!

Thank you for stopping by today!

Have a wonderful day ~

31May2015

Paper Pumpkin: Birthday Bundle

Posted in Birthday, Paper Pumpkin by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

A blog share from the Stampin’ Up! “Get Inspired” blog …

Having a Paper Pumpkin subscription is like giving yourself a birthday surprise every month—and this month the surprise even has a birthday theme!

Have you seen it yet? If not, stop what you’re doing and watch this video:

Now, the only question is, are you ready to party? This kit is packed with fun and enough supplies to make six cards, four bags, and four tags! The color scheme and style make it a perfect gift for anyone ages 1-100, man or woman, dog or cat, friend or yourself!

It’s like the party you wish would never end! Here are some additional ideas:

Use the supplies from the kit to create your own projects like our artist did with this card. See that cute yellow fringe? It’s made with the tissue paper—brilliant!
Don’t forget to use your stamps. We added a balloon stamp so you can use it long after the die-cut balloons run out. Every celebration needs a little confetti, and this shaker card delivers!
In case you use those die-cut balloons on another project, here’s another take on the bag. Stamp and emboss on Watercolor Paper and then use your Aqua Painter for a more elegant look. Add a little bling with some gold sequins and a pompom and you’ve got a gift anyone will love. (And might we say, you’ve got a gift for creativity too!)

There are so many things you can do with this kit that you’re definitely going to need some refills. As a special perk, our subscribers can order them here, while supplies last.

If you’re not a subscriber you missed out on this kit. But don’t miss another one! Get your first two months for 50% off right now. Click here to learn more. Offer only applies for first-time subscribers, excludes previous subscribers. Not valid on prepaid subscriptions. Discount applied to one kit per month for the first two months of a new subscription. Offer ends June 10, 2015

Thanks for stopping by ~

29May2015

Thank You in Blackberry Bliss …

Posted in ON SALE!, Product Wow, RETIRING, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I just have to squeeze in one more card sample using the Painted Blooms Designer Series paper! So many designs, so many colors, so many uses! 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs. 12″ x 12″ Acid free, lignin free… and it coordinates with Blackberry Bliss, Blushing Bride, Daffodil Delight, Pacific Point, Rose Red, Sahara Sand, Soft Sky, Whisper White, Wild Wasabi.

Today I’m going to share one of the cards that we made at the 2015 Spring Stampin’ Retreat. On this card they learned how to create this unique card using the Scalloped Tag Topper Punch …

You can see that we used the Blackberry Bliss flowers. I thought they went well with the flower from the “Petal Potpourri” stamp set. Create a bouquet, a garden, or a single perfect bloom. These Two-Step stamps give you so many creative options–combine individual stamps to build the final image you want in the colors you want.

I used Blackberry Bliss, Wild Wasabi and Daffodil Delight inks to create the front floral piece. The greeting comes from the “Hey You” stamp set.

This stamp set was the “Pillow Gift” our guests received Saturday night when they returned to their rooms. This cute little clear mount set includes three greetings that work with some of the most frequent card-giving occasions.

The card was finished off with the Daffodil Delight 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon all tied up in a bow. What a fun way to open a card … it will be just like opening a present!

Don’t forget that the Painted Blooms Designer Paper is on the Weekly Deals list for only $8.21 and the “Hey You” stamp set is currently on the retired list … and on sale!! Only a few days remain to get the items you wanted from the retirement list.

I have a list of ingredients below … just click on the items description for more information or to begin your purchase.

Thank you for stopping by …

and enjoy your day!

Today’s Stampin’ Supply List …

Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper

Now $8.21

Tag Topper Scalloped Punch

$22.95

Blackberry Bliss 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock

$6.95

Wild Wasabi 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

$6.95

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Petal Potpourri Clear Stamp Set

$19.95

Blackberry Bliss Classic Stampin’ Pad

Wild Wasabi Classic Stampin’ Pad

Daffodil Delight Classic Stampin’ Pad

Hey You Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Flower Medallion Punch

$16.95

Now $8.21

Daffodil Delight 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon

Pleasant Poppies Clear-Mount Stamp Set

28May2015

A Wonderful Man … Sneak Peek

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I have returned home and created a “sneak peek” for you today! I will be introducing you to a new “Hostess” stamp set, designer paper, and one of the new In-colors!

For those of you in my Stampin’ clubs … the catalogs are in, give me a call and we’ll set up a time for you to get yours! All club members will receive their copy for FREE. Those of you who have purchased during the past few months with a qualifying order … you will receive yours by mail!!

Anyone else in the U.S. who follows my blog and does not have a current demonstrator, all you need to do is place a $50 order from My Stampin’ Up! On-line Store and I will send one directly you – FREE as a Thank You!

Now … on to the card!

Let me begin by introducing you to the new “Hostess” stamp set … “Happy Birthday Everyone”. The font is gender neutral and “any” age appropriate… how perfect! It also contains: to an amazing women … to a good friend … to you … love … and to my darling. It comes in wood or clear mount.

I stamped the greeting in Island Indigo and Delightful Dijon (one of the new in-colors) to coordinate with the new Bohemian Designer Series paper. I had a hard time picking out what pattern I wanted to use, so many great ones to choose from.

A little layering of cardstock and your card is complete. I think the rich hue of the Island Indigo works so well with the warm Delightful Dijon. We are going to have a blast with the new colors this year!

Thanks for dropping by today …I hope you enjoyed today’s sneak peek.

Have a warm & wonderful day ~

27May2015

Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper

Posted in Quick -n- Easy, RETIRING by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I am still in Door County (but leaving today) so I’ll be sharing some of the beautiful cards that I have created with the Painted Blooms Designer Series paper.

The first card is cut from the same 12 x 12 sheet as the last card. You can actually get 6 awesome cards from just that one sheet, and they will all look a different. It coordinates with the Painted Petals Stamp Set …. which I used on the inside.

This pretty little blue pattern is so fun … reminds me of forget-me-nots! You must check out the pattern with Blackberry Bliss … it is scrumptious!

Hope you enjoyed this quick review of the Painted Blooms designer paper. I’ll be back tomorrow with another sneak peek!!

Have yourself a fantastic day ~

26May2015

WEEKLY DEALS!

Posted in ON SALE!, RETIRING by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends from beautiful Door County Wisconsin!

Hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend … as you can see, I am extending mine a bit longer. I am on a get-away with my sister Eileen, in Sister Bay! I’ll share some photos with you soon.

Till then … I have the Weekly Deals for you ~

Everyone’s favorite Designer Paper is on sale … Painted Blooms! It’s my favorite to make quick & easy cards that look beautiful!! The Build a Bouquet project kit is also included in the Weekly Deals! I will share with you the flowers that I made 🙂

Hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals!

	Painted Blooms Designer Series Paper Item # 137784 ~~Regular Price: $10.95~~ Discounted Price: $8.21
	Birthday Bash Designer Washi Sheets Item # 137788 ~~Regular Price: $9.95~~ Discounted Price: $7.46
	Large Kraft Grid Journal Item # 137865 ~~Regular Price: $3.95~~ Discounted Price: $2.96
	Build A Bouquet Project Kit Item # 137952 ~~Regular Price: $24.95~~ Discounted Price: $18.71
	Aquamarine Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad Item # 138092 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Yellow Citrus Colorbox Chalk Ink Pad Item # 138093 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Sweet Dreams Designer Buttons Item # 137857 ~~Regular Price: $5.95~~ Discounted Price: $4.46
	Painted Blooms Cotton Twine Item # 137873 ~~Regular Price: $6.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.21
	Hello Honey 5/8″ (1.6 Cm) Quilted Cotton Ribbon Item # 137864 ~~Regular Price: $6.95~~ Discounted Price: $5.21

Thank you for stopping by …

Have a beautiful day!

25May2015

Remember the Fallen … Memorial Day

Posted in Quick -n- Easy, RETIRING, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have a special card I would like to share with you. It’s my way of saying “Thank You” and pay my respects for those who have fought and served our country … but did not make it home.

Today is the day we pay our respect for those who gave all to give us the freedoms we enjoy.

A simple “Thank You” card made with the Pleasant Poppies stamp set…

I embossed them in black and colored them in with the new Watermelon Wonder maker… The base card is also in the Watermelon Wonder. I was going to use the Calypso Coral, but this was closer to the color I picture poppies as.

The “Thank You” comes from the “Celebrate Baby” stamp set. I love this set and I’m sorry it is on the discontinued list. I added a Vintage Brad to give my card a little brass, and to finish it off … I simple spritzed a bit of black to create a more interesting background.

Enjoy your Memorial day … and take a moment to remember those who paid the ultimate price to keep our country free.

Thank you for joining me today.

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST …

$13.95

Celebrate Baby Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$18.95

Whisper White 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

Basic Black 8-1/2″ X 11″ Card Stock

$6.95

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