Simply You … & … Me

Posted in Sale-a-bration, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yesterday I shared with you a glimpse of the “Sweet Sorbet” Designer Series Paper that will be available during Sale-a-bration, which kicks off January 28th.

Today… I would like to share with you another design from the “Sweet Sorbet” paper. I want you to be able to see different ways the paper can be used in combination with some of our favorite stamp sets.

I chose this fun and somewhat sassy designer paper and I thought of “you & me” … just think back on some of our discussions at our club meetings … right!

Well the next step was easy, and besides, I wanted to show you how fun the “Ampersand” embossing folder was to use. I used “Pool Party” cardstock and the “Circle Collection Framelit Die” to cut it out.

The “You … Me” comes from the stamp set “Hip Notes”… it’s on page 18 of the new Occasions catalog. This is the first time I got to use it and I’m so happy I can share it with you.

I cut the “You” and “Me” out using the Bitty Banner Framelits. I also cut out 2 Basic Black banners out to act as a mat and give it that “pop”! The card was secured to the Basic Black base for it’s WOW factor.

I lined the envelope with the “Sweet Sorbet” designer paper using the “Envelope Liner Framelit Die” which is currently on sale.

I must say, the card was really quite simple to make with the right tools, and so stinkin’ cute! I want to let you know, that when I’m working with the “framelits” … I use the “Magnetic Platform” to hold them into place. It is fantastic … no more slipping, and no more sticky notes!

Please note that there are very strong magnets in the platform and care must be used if you have a pacemaker or such.

Hope you enjoyed today’s card and I thank you for stopping in today.

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
133501	$14.95	Hip Notes Stamp Set – WOOD
133504	$11.95	Hip Notes Stamp Set – CLEAR
Sale-a-bration		Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper
132970	$7.95	Ampersand Embossing Folder
129267	$14.95	Bitty Banner Framelit Dies
130911	$26.95	Circle Collection Framelit Dies
130685	$39.95	Magnetic Plateform
132172	$20.21	Envelope Liner Framelit Die (ON SALE)

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

8Jan2014

“Thank You” includes Weekly Deals & More …

Posted in ON SALE!, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I am going to share a card with you, that I created using some of the items on the just released “Weekly Deals” list. First the card, and then I will follow with the entire “Weekly Deals” list for you.

Today’s card will highlight the Houndstooth embossing folder, the Finishing Touched Edgelits Die, and the Envelope Liner framelit dies. Get ready for a “SNEAK PEEK” at an upcoming Sale-a-bration item!

I began by choosing the “Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper” … the Sale-a-bration item! The paper actually helped me chose my color pallet for the card.

I started with Crisp Cantaloupe (2013-15 in-Color) and embossed it with the Houndstooth embossing folder. I picked “Pistachio Pudding ” as my contrasting color and used the “Finishing Touched Edgelit Die” to create a border.

I also added the “Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon in Whisper White” to soften the line between the designer paper and embossed cardstock. It pulls they eye to the center of the card as your focal point and brings your right to our greeting.

I chose the Basic Black for my card base because it tied all the colors together, and it gave the other colors a real “pop”.

I chose the “Thank You” for my greeting which comes from the “Another Thank You” photopolymer stamp set.

I finished off my project by using the “Envelope Liner Die” to cut the “Sweet Sorbet Designer Paper” and tuck it into my envelope to perfectly match the card.

Here are your ….

Weekly Deals

	Borders Scoring Plate Simply Scored Item # 126192 Regular Price $14.95 Discounted Price: $11.21
	Classic Pad Soft Sky Item #131181 Regular Price: $5.95 Discounted Price: $4.46
	Finishing Touches Edgelit Die Item # 127010 Regular Price: $9.95 Discounted Price: $7.46
	Houndstooth Textured Impressions Embossing Folder Die Item # 123134 Regular Price: $7.95 Discounted Price: $5.96
	Marina Mist 3/4″ Chevron Ribbon Item # 130016 Regular Price: $8.95 Discounted Price: $6.71
	Envelope Liners Framelits Item # 132172 Regular Price: $26.95 Discounted Price: $20.21
	Frosty Day II Digital Download Kit Item # 128875 Regular Price: $9.95 Discounted Price: $5.97

You can view any of the items that are not listed in the “Weekly Deals” by clicking onto the links (highlighted in pink) in the blog. Enjoy.

Thanks for stopping by today!

7Jan2014

Make a Wish …

Posted in Uncategorized by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today my card share is a quick and simple card made with the perfect ingredients… The Perfect Pennants and the Watercolor Wonder Note Cards. They are a perfect pairing when looking to create a cute card … fast!

The card I am sharing with you today is one of 5 that my downline members made at our Star’s Christmas party. They got to make a full set of cards using the Watercolor Wonder Note cards, the Perfect Pennant Stamp Set, and the new Essentials Wooden Elements. I created a “class” for them to take back to their stampin’ friends. You can always go to my class schedule to see what stampin’ events I have planned.

I love using the “Watercolor Wonder Note Cards” because the work is already done for you. They are designed beautifully, color included. I chose this playful pattern to create a quick birthday card.

Next, I stamped the “Make a Wish” greeting in “Smokey Slate” onto the card. Then stamped again in Crushed Curry onto a scrap piece of paper … just so I could punch out the “a”. I used the 1/2″ circle punch for that.

Using the star from the Perfect Pennants stamp set and the Crushed Curry ink, I stamped one star onto the card and then another right away so it would be lighter. I re-inked the star stamp and then repeated the double stamping.

WOW! It’s just that simple … and Done! I think these “Watercolor Wonder Note Cards” are a must have on your list, and the envelopes are included!

AND NOW for our “Blog Candy” winner…

KATHIE DEMMON

You have 24 hours to contact me, and then I will have your prize sent to you.

CONGRATULATIONS KATHIE!

Thanks to all who participated in my Blog Candy give-a-way. I loved reading each of the comments.

Keep on posting your comments, I love to hear what you think of my blog and my cards & projects. There will be many more chances to win prizes / blog candy on future posts. Thanks again.

And I thank all of you for stopping by to visit my blog today!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
133227	$29.95	Perfect Pennants – WOOD
133230	$21.95	Perfect Pennants – CLEAR
133362	$12.95	Watercolor Wonder Note Cards
119869	$5.95	½” Circle Punch

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

6Jan2014

Sending Love …

Posted in Stampin' Class Announcement, Sympathy, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today my card share is from one of the most requested card classes I receive… sympathy cards. Usually when we go to our stamping spots to create, we are happy and make fun birthday cards for friends and family.

It seems to me that when you need a sympathy card, that is the last thing you want to do … so I am going to help out in 2 ways today. First, my card share and then to invite you to an upcoming card class designed around those occasions when our hearts are just not into stamping … My “Open Hearts Class”.

Just remember, even though it’s a difficult time, the card you make to cheer someone up when they’re sick or comfort someone who’s lost a loved one – those cards forever touch their hearts.

I began with the “Blessed Easter” stamps (comes in wood only) and just omitted the Easter greeting. I did this by the “Direct to Rubber” technique, using markers to color the image.

The colors I chose were Elegant Eggplant and Wild Wasabi. I then used the “Blender Pen” to pull color off my marker tip, and add it to the card, creating a watercolor look to the flower.

My salutation (greeting) comes from the “Love & Sympathy” stamp set found on page 68 of our catalog. To add a touch of texture to the card, I used the “Flower Garden” embossing folder. It’s very subtle but it added a nice touch to the card.

Simplicity is key… for those making the card and those who receive it … just a heartfelt note to let them know you are thinking of them and that you care.

I will be posting my “Open Hearts Class” on my website www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net I will post full details including class details and time. Date for this class will be Monday, February 24th. Mark your calendar and save the date!

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

5Jan2014

Just Sayin’… Two-day is Special

Posted in Quick -n- Easy, Valentines & Love by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have something special for you … two card shares and a treat. Why you ask? Well, today is my 200th blog post! I am really excited to have shared my passion of stampin’, some of my travels, and even a bit of my home life & family with you.

Yesterday I shared a few of my favorite things from the new Occasions Catalog, and told you that I would create a cute card for you with the Just Sayin’ bundle. In honor of my 200th post, I didn’t bake a cake, but I have BLOG CANDY! Keep reading …

The first is with the beautiful “Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper” …

The card is sweet and simple to make. I used two different patterns from the “Watercolor Wonder” designer paper. The patterns coordinates perfectly so it’s easy to pick 2 to pair up. Then, I simply stamped the “miss you already” greeting from the Just Sayin’ stamp set in Tangerine Tango, and cut it out with the coordinating “Word Bubble” framelits.

Ahh yes, and I must not forget the beautiful “Organza Ribbon“. I keep at least 2 rolls on hand at all times because it works so nicely on a number of different styles of cards.

So, how are you liking the Just Sayin’ stamp set so far? And how about the coordinating framelits? No cutting … I love that!

OK … on to the next card. With Valentine’s Day coming up, I just wanted to say “Love Ya”!

Oh my, it appears as if I have another “SNEAK PEEK” … this time it comes from the upcoming Sale-a-Bration Catalog! The texture you see on the card comes from the “Decorative Dots” Embossing folder in the Sale-a-bration catalog. (I am currently booking “stampin’ parties” if you’d like to get you folder and more for free… contact me).

Once I textured the cardstock for the card and coordinating envelope, I used the “Hearts Collection Framelits” to create the focal point of the card – the hearts.

I wanted to add a bit of “zing” to the card, so instead of leaving the background of the heart plain, I simply dabbed my “Versamark” onto the white cardstock, then heat embossed it using silver embossing powder and our spiffy new heat gun. Did you know it has two temperature settings? One is for drying … the other is for embossing!

What better greeting from the Just Sayin’ stamp set goes better with hearts than “Love Ya”. I used Cherry Cobbler for both the ink and cardstock. I then finished it off with a cute little bow made with the Silver Ribbon.

Both of the cards have coordinating envelopes. These were created with the use of the “Envelope Liner Framelits“. I think it adds such a nice touch when sending your hand stamped cards.

OK … Now how do you like this dynamic duo – the Just Sayin’ Bundle? Well, I love them. In fact, I love the stamp set so much (and because we’re celebrating my 200th post) I’m giving away a “Just Sayin’ Clear Stamp Set“!! That’s right … BLOG CANDY!

All you have to do is comment on what “you” think about this duo! One name will be randomly chosen on Monday night at midnight (central time) … and then I’ll post the winner on Tuesday. You will have 24 hrs to send me your contact information (lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com) so I can get your stamp set out to you! Good Luck … and thanks for following my blog!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
134819	$43.95	Just Sayin’ Bundle (Save 15%) – WOOD
134820	$37.95	Just Sayin’ Bundle (Save 15%) – CLEAR
132994	$10.95	Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper
132172	$26.95	Envelope Liner Framelits

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

4Jan2014

My New Catalog Favorites …

Posted in New Product Intro / Video by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yesterday Stampin’ Up! released the much anticipated “Occasions Catalog”. I’ve shown you some sneak peeks…

So, today I’d like to share with you some of my favorite things in the catalog. First, the beautiful “Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper”. It is scrumptious … I love the “real” watercolor look on some pattern … and well, you’ve seen the card with the flowers posted on December 29th. Click on the link to view the card using this beautiful designer paper.

Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper	132994
Price: $10.95

One of my favorite Bundles is … WAIT, I have 2! The “Perfect Pennants Bundle (I used the pennant dies on the December 28th card share) … Just click on the link to see card.

Perfect Pennants Clear-Mount Bundle	134816
Price: $41.50

and the “Just Sayin’ Clear Bundle” … both are available in wood.

Just Sayin’ Clear-Mount Bundle	134820
Price: $37.25

Now seriously … isn’t this just too cute! OK, I’ll show you tomorrow 🙂 I’ll share a cute card made with the “Just Sayin'” Bundle.

Now I fell in love with the “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards and Envelopes because the are so pretty and work wonders when you need to whip up a quick card!

Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards & Envelopes	133362
Price: $12.95

Next I would like to share a fun birthday stamp set, and I think it would pair up nicely with the “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards”. NOW … you really could whip out some cards!

Another Great Year	133038
Price: $23.95

I could go on and on … and who knows, my top picks may change the more I use the other stamp sets, but today I wanted to share with you my Top 5 favorites.

Thanks so much for stopping by, and I’ll see you tomorrow when I showcase the “Just Sayin’ Bundle”.

Have a great weekend!

3Jan2014

You & Me …

Posted in ON SALE!, Valentines & Love by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Happy Friday! Today’s card share is day 2 of the “Weekly Deals” showcase. I also wanted to share with you some of the “new” by introducing you to the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set which is found in the “just released” Occasions Catalog. This stamp set has a coordinating framelit die … Click this link to see bundle!

Here are the weekly deals I’ll be using today …

Window Frames Collection Framelits Dies
Item # 129021
Regular Price: $26.95
Discounted Price: $20.21

Silver Glimmer Paper Item #124005
Regular Price: $4.95
Discounted Price: $3.71

Fancy Fan Textured Embossing Folder
Item # 127751
Regular Price: $7.95
Discounted Price: $5.96

Regals Core’dinations Item # 129955
Regular Price: $23.95
Discounted Price: $17.96

Combining these 4 items was really easy and fun! I began with the Regals Core’dinations paper … Cherry Cobbler of course, and embossed it with the “Fancy Fan Embossing Folder”. Then I sanded the Cherry Cobbler Core’dinations paper to give it that two-tone look.

I knew I wanted to incorporate a new stamp set for you, so I chose the “Perfect Pennants” stamp set. Since it’s been soooo cold outside, I thought it was time to heat things up with another Valentine’s card … or Anniversary card, and chose the “You & Me” greeting. I stamped it with Black StazOn and then stamped the heart (from the stamp set) in Pink Pirouette.

Next I used the “Window Frames Collection Dies” to cut out the greeting. And what else would I mat this with … why the Silver Glimmer paper of course! I then topped it off with 3 small hearts punched out of the Silver Glimmer paper.

I then added a simple ribbon bow to tie it all together. To finish off the card … I punched a single heart on the inside.

Hope you enjoyed today’s “Weekly Deals” showcase. I find it challenging and fun to create a card using specific items! Sometimes a card idea pops in your head from other images, and sometimes it’s comes together by choosing a few of your favorite things.

Thank you so much for stopping by today.

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
129021	$20.21	Window Frames Collection Framelits
129955	$17.96	Regals Core’dinations Paper
127751	$5.96	Fancy Fan Textured Impressions Folder
133227	$29.95	Perfect Pennants Stamp Set – WOOD
133230	$21.95	Perfect Pennants Stamp Set – CLEAR
124005	$3.71	Silver Glimmer Paper

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

2Jan2014

Circle me happy …

Posted in ON SALE!, Quick -n- Easy, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

As I said yesterday … I would make you a card from some of the items listed in the “Weekly Deals.”

Today’s card will feature the “Circles Collection Framelits” and the “Bermuda Bay Ink Pad“. You will also get a “Sneak Peek” from the the New “Blessed Easter” stamp set! Available January 3rd … tomorrow!!

	Circle Collection Framelits Dies Item # 130911 Regular Price: $26.95 Discounted Price: $20.21
	Bermuda Bay Classic Pad Item #131171 Regular Price: $5.95 Discounted Price: $4.46

I have always wanted to make a “Circle” card, and since I was featuring the Circle framelits, I thought… “no better time than the present!” What do you think?

I used the Bermuda Bay and Coastal Cabana cardstock and inks. To create the circle card, you begin with a “folded” piece of cardstock. Align your circle die (here I used the largest, which is the scallop) above the fold. This will give you a folded card. If you place it under the fold… you will end up with 2 circles. Next, I layered the colors by size so I would end up with the white center.

I then inked up the flower from the “Blessed Easter” stamp set (in the new Occasions catalog) with the Coastal Cabana ink … “omitting” the greeting. The greeting on today’s card comes from the stamp set “Yippee Skipee” found on page 37 of the main catalog.

To complete my card and add a bit of dimension, I used my blender pen and added some of the Bermuda Bay color into the tulips.

Thanks for stopping by today.

Have an awesome week!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
130911	$20.21	Circle Collection Framelits
131171	$4.46	BermudaBay Ink Pad
131197	$6.95	BermudaBay Cardstock
131341	$18.95	Yippee Skippee Stamp Set – WOOD
131344	$14.95	Yippee Skippee Stamp Set – CLEAR
102845	$9.95	Blender Pens (Set of 3)

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

1Jan2014

RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH …

Posted in ON SALE! by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ….

Let’s kick off this New Year with some savings! I love the fun items that Stampin’ Up! has just put on sale for us. Make sure to stop back tomorrow and the next day, as I will share with you some cute cards that you can create using the great items on this weeks Weekly Deals.

Remember, by clicking on the link (product description) you can view details of the item, and you will be able to add it to your shopping cart too.

Thank you so much for stopping by … see you tomorrow!

Weekly Deals

There is no better way to start a new year than with a discount on some great crafting supplies! We hope you enjoy this week’s Weekly Deals.

	Window Frames Collection Framelits Dies Item # 129021 Regular Price: $26.95 Discounted Price: $20.21
	Circle Collection Framelits Dies Item # 130911 Regular Price: $26.95 Discounted Price: $20.21
	Bermuda Bay Classic Pad Item #131171 Regular Price: $5.95 Discounted Price: $4.46
	Silver Glimmer Paper Item #124005 Regular Price: $4.95 Discounted Price: $3.71
	Silver Sparkle Dazzling Details Item # 127845 Regular Price: $2.50 Discounted Price: $1.88
	Fancy Fan Textured Embossing Folder Item # 127751 Regular Price: $7.95 Discounted Price: $5.96
	Smoky Slate Embossing Powder Item # 129396 Regular Price: $4.75 Discounted Price: $3.56
	Blue 3/8″ Denim Jean Ribbon Item # 125053 Regular Price: $6.95 Discounted Price: $5.21
	Regals Core’dinations Item # 129955 Regular Price: $23.95 Discounted Price: $17.96
	A Year in Review Photobook Template Item # 125743 Regular Price: $24.95 Discounted Price: $14.97

31Dec2013

Happy Valentine’s Day …

Posted in Quick -n- Easy, Valentines & Love by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr …. it’s cold outside! Woke up to minus 11 yesterday, and not much better today and it’s been topped off with some snow!

Glad to see you came back to check out what I did with that extra heart! Well, it’s a super simple Valentine’s card.

I grabbed my “Season of Style” Washi Tape … also from the Holiday catalog, and simply created lines across on my card. Washi tape is so fun and easy to use. I secured the left side behind my card base, then brought it “through” the heart, so it was under one side and over the other!

Next I took the “Small Heart Punch” and punched 3 hearts out of the Silver Glimmer Paper. Then I aligned all 3 hearts down the side of the card. Each of the silver glimmer hearts were “popped” up using the Stampin’ Dimensionals. I’ve just got to add that dimension!

Next, I dug out my trusty … “Tiny Tiny Wishes” stamp set and added my Valentine’s greeting directly under the washi tape. Can’t get much easier than this! Quick, Simple & Cute!

Thanks for stopping by today… sniff, sniff (wiping away tear) … this is my last post this year. See you next year. I will have so much more to share with you in 2014.

I want to “Thank You” for following my blog this past year … I was amazed to see that I have 12000 hits in only 6 months of blogging. My blogger friends tell me that’s “pretty darn amazing”. I say … I have amazing stampin’ friends! Again, Thank You!

I wish you a very Safe and Happy New Year!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
125599	$26.95	Hearts Collection Framelits
132155	$4.95	Season of Style Washi Tape
117193	$5.95	Small Heart Punch
124005	$4.95	Silver Glimmer Paper
128748	$36.95	Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set – WOOD
127802	$26.95	Teeny Tiny Wishes Stamp Set – CLEAR

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

30Dec2013

Love Letters …

Posted in Valentines & Love by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had an awesome weekend! I must say… “mine was great!” I got to spend time in my stampin’ studio creating and then I had a chance to watch some amazing athletes on Sunday. I was so excited to see that “Sugar Todd” … hometown: Milwaukee, WI skated (speed) her way into the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi! I will definitely be cheering her on this January along with all the USA athletes.

And if that wasn’t enough, our beloved Green Bay Packers made it to the Play-Offs… beating the Bears no less!

Woooo Hooo … it was a great day!

Now I’d like to show you what I was doing in my Stampin’ Studio. I decided I was going to use items that I bought from the Holiday Catalog, and then did not use! So here is what I came up with ….

One of the items I picked was the “Pretty Presents Designer Tags” … normally used for Christmas (missed the boat on that one) so I decided to create a Valentines Card.

The tag is the focal point of the card, and if you look closely you will see that the tip of the tag is centered in hearts (like a bulls-eye for Cupid).

The hearts were created by layering the Framelits (Hearts Collection) onto my Real Red cardstock base … I used all but one of the hearts on this card.

I did trim off some of the tag, so it would fit nicer on the card with the hearts.

To add a little texture, I used the “Pretty Print Textured Impressions Folder” also from the Holiday Catalog (ends Jan 3rd) on my red cardstock after cutting the hearts out. It was the script on this folder that made me think of “love letters”… and who doesn’t love to get a love letter, or a pretty card!

The only sentiment or greeting I used is the “XOXO” from the “Circle Card Thinlits“. You can view all the neat dies that come in this package by clicking on the link. This is one of the “flip card dies”.

So … not bad for trying to use up some of my Holiday catalog items, right?! Let me know what you think of my tag idea (all comments will be put into a random drawing for a chance to win the Pretty Presents Designer Tags).

Now, I bet you are wondering what I did with that other heart … aren’t you. Well, stop back tomorrow and I will show you what a cute little card I made with the left-over heart!

Thanks so much for stopping by, looking forward to reading your comments!

Have an awesome week! The New Year is creeping up on us!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
132179	$2.50	Pretty Presents Designer Tags
132175	$7.95	Pretty Print Textured Impressions Folder
125599	$26.95	Hearts Collection Framelits
133480	$32.95	Circle Card Thinlits
124005	$4.95	Silver Glimmer Paper

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

29Dec2013

Watercolor Thank You …

Posted in New Product Intro / Video, Thank You by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I want to share with you some more patterns from the Watercolor Wonder Designer Series paper. Yesterday I showed you my least favorite … today I will show you two of my favorites!

I must say, I am really beginning to fall in love with this new designer paper, and I can’t wait to host an event and let you get your hands on it. In fact, watch for an e-mail announcing my “Sale-a-bration Stampede”… I am working on the details now, and will be sending out details in about a week.

On to today’s card share, I have used 3 more patterns from the Watercolor Wonder Designer Paper …

Can you tell which are my favorites? You’re right, it is the flowered patterns. They were both so beautiful, I wanted to share them both. I tied the colors together by using the yellow & gray stripped pattern … the Smokey Slate (gray) is found in the blue pattern, and the yellow from the striped coordinates with the yellow & tangerine, it then tied them together perfectly.

I began with the usual 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ cardstock in Whisper White, and folded it in half for the base of my card. The mat for the card is Smokey Slate and is cut to 5-1/4″ x 4″. The flower pieces were cut at 3-1/4″ x 1-7/8″ and the stripped pattern was 1-1/4″ x 1-7/8″. These will now piece together nicely on the mat… much easier to do than a puzzle.

My greeting comes from the stamp set “Lots of Thanks” found on page 29 of the Idea Book & Catalog (our main catalog). I then cut the greeting and the Smokey Slate mat from the “Ovals Collection Framelits“. There are 7 layer dies with this set, so they can highlight any greeting!

I always stamp my image / greeting first, and then cut it out … that way I don’t have to worry about it being crooked, because I can always place the die where I need to.

I wanted to add a special little touch to the card, so I cut out one of the flowers from the designer paper and popped it up over the greeting. To finish, I added a couple of “Pearls” from the jewels on page 171. You can also click on any of the links (highlighted in pink) to view the product details.

So here you have it, some of my favorite patterns from the “Watercolor Wonder” designer series paper.

Thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to spend it with me.

Have an awesome day ~

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
129687	$22.95	Lots of Thanks Stamp Set – WOOD
129690	$16.95	Lots of Thanks Stamp Set – CLEAR
Available Jan 3	$10.95	Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper
129381	$26.95	Ovals Collection Framelit Dies
119247	$4.95	Pearl Basic Jewels

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

28Dec2013

It’s a Boy … Sneak Peek

Posted in Kids Kards, New Product Intro / Video, Sale-a-bration by Linda Schnabel

Happy Saturday my Stampin’ Friends!

Hope this post finds you well and in good spirits. We are having a beautiful day here in southeastern Wisconsin … we may even get to 40 degrees! I’ll take this “heat wave” since they are predicting below zero temps in 2 days.

Today I have a cute little “Sneak Peek” card for you that not only gives you a sneak peek at the Occasions catalog, but also a Sale-a-bration item that you can earn free!

As I promised yesterday, I am going to show you a peek at the new designer paper “Watercolor Wonder” … there are so many beautiful patterns in there, I decided to showcase my least favorite~

I’m not to big on “splotches” … is that a word? Anyway, I decided to challenge myself with my least favorite, but I must say that I love the way this turned out. How cute for a baby card. I know my baby is 30 something, but I still recall that little ones are good at making “splotches”.

Once I chose the paper, I cased a pattern from our Stampin’ Success magazine, and used the new “Banner Framelit Dies” to cut out a banner from the designer paper.

Next, I punched a banner from our Sale-a-bration banner punch, but it was a bit short, so I made it longer. I took a picture showing how to do it, but because the product has not yet been released … I can only show samples and not the actual product. So I will be sure to show you how I did it, after the catalog release.

I used the same stamp set as yesterday, “A Dozen Thoughts” and decided to use my “Stamp-a-ma-jig” to place the words where I wanted them on the banner. I then roughed up the edges to create a bit more texture.

Then I just finished it off with a pretty little bow.

Thank you for stopping by today! Enjoy your Saturday.

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
131056	$26.95	A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set – WOOD
131059	$18.95	A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set – CLEAR
Available Jan 3	$10.95	Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper
Available Jan 3	$26.95	Banner Framelit Dies
Sale-a-bration	FREE	Banner Punch

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27Dec2013

A Sneak Peek “Hello” with deals included …

Posted in Product Wow, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hard to believe we’re coming up on the weekend already! I hope you have a nice relaxing weekend planned.

So yesterday I told you that I would incorporate some of the items from the “Weekly Deals” into my card, well I am excited to say I did that, and included another Sneak Peek (yes, I spelled it correctly today) Why is it that you never see the mistake until “after” you post / send your message. lol

Today’s card share will show you another design from the “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards” … I really love these! They are so easy and fun to work with …. and they make us look like artists!

The “Weekly Deals” that I have incorporated are the “Needlepoint Border Embossing Folders”, the “Crushed Curry Chevron Ribbon” and the “Fancy Flower XL Punch”. Three on one card … not bad!

I began with the Needlepoint Embossing Folder, and used that as the anchor to my card (the one item that ties everything together).

Next, I punched out 2 flowers from the “Fancy Flower Punch” in the “Crisp Cantaloupe” and then sponged the edges with “Tangerine Tango” ink. I chose the color pallet based on the colors that were included in the new “Watercolor Wonder” Designer Series Paper … I’ll show you that tomorrow!

I wanted a center to my flower, so I tied a knot in the “Crushed Curry Chevron Ribbon” and pulled it through the flower. Then I added a ribbon banner to pull the color into the card.

I added the 1″ circle of vanilla … after I smeared my greeting and had to punch it out and add the “hello” on vanilla! You know what I say … there are no mistakes in stamping, just opportunities to change the card!

Hope you enjoyed today’s card. Don’t forget to check out the new items added to the “Clearance Rack Blitz”… just click on the link to check it out.

Thanks so much for stopping by.

Have a “Fantastic Friday!”

Here is the ingredient list for the card. Be sure to keep scrolling down so you can see the weekly deals.

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
131056	$26.95	A Dozen Thoughts Stamp Set – WOOD
131059	$18.95	A Dozen Thougths Stamp Set – CLEAR
118073	NOW $12.71	Fancy Flower XL Punch (Was $16.95)
130019	NOW $6.71	Crushed Curry Chevron Ribbon (Was $ 8.95)
129383	NOW $5.96	Needlepoint Border Embossing Folder (Was $7.95)
102892	$10.95	Sponge Daubers
Available January 3	12.95	Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards

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26Dec2013

Sneak Peak, Weekly Deals, and Big News … Oh My!

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had a very Merry Christmas. Today I am going to share another “SNEAK PEAK” from the upcoming Occasions Catalog.

I also have the latest Weekly Deals … sweet! Keep coming back, as I will share with you in the next few days, cards I have made using items off from the Weekly Deals…. even sweeter!

Plus …. BIG NEWS! Stampin’ Up! will be adding more new items to the Clearance rack on Friday, December 27th.

First … my Sneak Peak!

My card share today comes from the new “Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards & Envelopes”. There are 20 printed cards on Watercolor paper … 4 each of 5 designs and 20 vanilla envelopes.

I teamed the note cards with the “Million & One” stamp set. A little thanks to all of you who follow my blog.

I embellished the card by pairing up our beautiful butterfly punches… they looks so good layered together.

First is the “Elegant Butterfly” punched and sponged with Crisp Cantaloupe from the 2013-2015 In Color Collection, then “Bitty Butterfly” which was punched and sponged with So Saffron.

Once layered, I topped off the butterflies with the pearls.

Here is the ingredient list for the card. Be sure to keep scrolling down so you can see the weekly deals.

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
126375	$16.95	Million & One Stamp Set – WOOD
126377	$12.95	Million & One Stamp Set – CLEAR
127526	$15.95	Elegant Butterfly
129406	$15.95	Bitty Butterfly
119247	$4.95	Pearls Basic Jewels
102892	$10.95	Sponge Daubers
Available Jan 3	12.95	Watercolor Wonder Designer Note Cards

Clicking on the item number will link you to my on-line store.

Weekly Deals

Here are this week’s Weekly Deals, we hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

	2012-2014 In Color Core’dinations Item # 129957 Regular Price: $11.95 Discounted Price: $8.96
	Classic Pad Pear Pizzaz Item #131180 Regular Price: $5.95 Discounted Price: $4.46
	Count Down the New Year Ensemble (MDS) Item #129002 Regular Price: $12.95 Discounted Price: $7.77
	Crushed Curry Chevron Ribbon Item # 130019 Regular Price: $8.95 Discounted Price: $6.71
	Delicate Designs Textured Embossing Folder Item # 127023 Regular Price: $8.95 Discounted Price: $6.71
	Fancy Flower XL Punch Item # 118073 Regular Price: $16.95 Discounted Price: $12.71
	Hardware Clips Essentials Item #129964 Regular Price: $5.95 Discounted Price: $4.46
	Hearts Aflutter Bigshot Framelit Item # 130159 Regular Price: $24.95 Discounted Price: $18.71
	Big Shot Die Large Scallop Item # 127019 Regular Price: $7.95 Discounted Price: $5.96
	Needlepoint Border Textured Embossing Folder Item # 129383 Regular Price: $7.95 Discounted Price: $5.96
	Pop & Place Item # 135290 Regular Price: $24.95 Discounted Price: $17.45
	Tempting Turquoise Item # 122950 Regular Price: $4.75 Discounted Price: $3.56

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yesterday I shared with you a glimpse of the “Sweet Sorbet” Designer Series Paper that will be available during Sale-a-bration, which kicks off January 28th.

Today… I would like to share with you another design from the “Sweet Sorbet” paper. I want you to be able to see different ways the paper can be used in combination with some of our favorite stamp sets.

I chose this fun and somewhat sassy designer paper and I thought of “you & me” … just think back on some of our discussions at our club meetings … right!

Well the next step was easy, and besides, I wanted to show you how fun the “Ampersand” embossing folder was to use. I used “Pool Party” cardstock and the “Circle Collection Framelit Die” to cut it out.

The “You … Me” comes from the stamp set “Hip Notes”… it’s on page 18 of the new Occasions catalog. This is the first time I got to use it and I’m so happy I can share it with you.

I cut the “You” and “Me” out using the Bitty Banner Framelits. I also cut out 2 Basic Black banners out to act as a mat and give it that “pop”! The card was secured to the Basic Black base for it’s WOW factor.

I lined the envelope with the “Sweet Sorbet” designer paper using the “Envelope Liner Framelit Die” which is currently on sale.

I must say, the card was really quite simple to make with the right tools, and so stinkin’ cute! I want to let you know, that when I’m working with the “framelits” … I use the “Magnetic Platform” to hold them into place. It is fantastic … no more slipping, and no more sticky notes!

Please note that there are very strong magnets in the platform and care must be used if you have a pacemaker or such.

Hope you enjoyed today’s card and I thank you for stopping in today.

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I am going to share a card with you, that I created using some of the items on the just released “Weekly Deals” list. First the card, and then I will follow with the entire “Weekly Deals” list for you.

Today’s card will highlight the Houndstooth embossing folder, the Finishing Touched Edgelits Die, and the Envelope Liner framelit dies. Get ready for a “SNEAK PEEK” at an upcoming Sale-a-bration item!

I began by choosing the “Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper” … the Sale-a-bration item! The paper actually helped me chose my color pallet for the card.

I started with Crisp Cantaloupe (2013-15 in-Color) and embossed it with the Houndstooth embossing folder. I picked “Pistachio Pudding ” as my contrasting color and used the “Finishing Touched Edgelit Die” to create a border.

I also added the “Stitched Grosgrain Ribbon in Whisper White” to soften the line between the designer paper and embossed cardstock. It pulls they eye to the center of the card as your focal point and brings your right to our greeting.

I chose the Basic Black for my card base because it tied all the colors together, and it gave the other colors a real “pop”.

I chose the “Thank You” for my greeting which comes from the “Another Thank You” photopolymer stamp set.

I finished off my project by using the “Envelope Liner Die” to cut the “Sweet Sorbet Designer Paper” and tuck it into my envelope to perfectly match the card.

Here are your ….

Weekly Deals

Discounted Price: $11.21

Discounted Price: $4.46

Discounted Price: $7.46

Discounted Price: $5.96

Discounted Price: $6.71

Discounted Price: $20.21

Discounted Price: $5.97

You can view any of the items that are not listed in the “Weekly Deals” by clicking onto the links (highlighted in pink) in the blog. Enjoy.

Thanks for stopping by today!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today my card share is a quick and simple card made with the perfect ingredients… The Perfect Pennants and the Watercolor Wonder Note Cards. They are a perfect pairing when looking to create a cute card … fast!

I love using the “Watercolor Wonder Note Cards” because the work is already done for you. They are designed beautifully, color included. I chose this playful pattern to create a quick birthday card.

Next, I stamped the “Make a Wish” greeting in “Smokey Slate” onto the card. Then stamped again in Crushed Curry onto a scrap piece of paper … just so I could punch out the “a”. I used the 1/2″ circle punch for that.

Using the star from the Perfect Pennants stamp set and the Crushed Curry ink, I stamped one star onto the card and then another right away so it would be lighter. I re-inked the star stamp and then repeated the double stamping.

WOW! It’s just that simple … and Done! I think these “Watercolor Wonder Note Cards” are a must have on your list, and the envelopes are included!

AND NOW for our “Blog Candy” winner…

KATHIE DEMMON

You have 24 hours to contact me, and then I will have your prize sent to you.

CONGRATULATIONS KATHIE!

Thanks to all who participated in my Blog Candy give-a-way. I loved reading each of the comments.

Keep on posting your comments, I love to hear what you think of my blog and my cards & projects. There will be many more chances to win prizes / blog candy on future posts. Thanks again.

And I thank all of you for stopping by to visit my blog today!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today my card share is from one of the most requested card classes I receive… sympathy cards. Usually when we go to our stamping spots to create, we are happy and make fun birthday cards for friends and family.

Just remember, even though it’s a difficult time, the card you make to cheer someone up when they’re sick or comfort someone who’s lost a loved one – those cards forever touch their hearts.

I began with the “Blessed Easter” stamps (comes in wood only) and just omitted the Easter greeting. I did this by the “Direct to Rubber” technique, using markers to color the image.

The colors I chose were Elegant Eggplant and Wild Wasabi. I then used the “Blender Pen” to pull color off my marker tip, and add it to the card, creating a watercolor look to the flower.

My salutation (greeting) comes from the “Love & Sympathy” stamp set found on page 68 of our catalog. To add a touch of texture to the card, I used the “Flower Garden” embossing folder. It’s very subtle but it added a nice touch to the card.

Simplicity is key… for those making the card and those who receive it … just a heartfelt note to let them know you are thinking of them and that you care.

I will be posting my “Open Hearts Class” on my website www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net I will post full details including class details and time. Date for this class will be Monday, February 24th. Mark your calendar and save the date!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I have something special for you … two card shares and a treat. Why you ask? Well, today is my 200th blog post! I am really excited to have shared my passion of stampin’, some of my travels, and even a bit of my home life & family with you.

Yesterday I shared a few of my favorite things from the new Occasions Catalog, and told you that I would create a cute card for you with the Just Sayin’ bundle. In honor of my 200th post, I didn’t bake a cake, but I have BLOG CANDY! Keep reading …

The first is with the beautiful “Watercolor Wonder Designer Series Paper” …

Ahh yes, and I must not forget the beautiful “Organza Ribbon“. I keep at least 2 rolls on hand at all times because it works so nicely on a number of different styles of cards.

So, how are you liking the Just Sayin’ stamp set so far? And how about the coordinating framelits? No cutting … I love that!

OK … on to the next card. With Valentine’s Day coming up, I just wanted to say “Love Ya”!

Once I textured the cardstock for the card and coordinating envelope, I used the “Hearts Collection Framelits” to create the focal point of the card – the hearts.

What better greeting from the Just Sayin’ stamp set goes better with hearts than “Love Ya”. I used Cherry Cobbler for both the ink and cardstock. I then finished it off with a cute little bow made with the Silver Ribbon.

Both of the cards have coordinating envelopes. These were created with the use of the “Envelope Liner Framelits“. I think it adds such a nice touch when sending your hand stamped cards.

OK … Now how do you like this dynamic duo – the Just Sayin’ Bundle? Well, I love them. In fact, I love the stamp set so much (and because we’re celebrating my 200th post) I’m giving away a “Just Sayin’ Clear Stamp Set“!! That’s right … BLOG CANDY!

Thanks for stopping by today!

Here is a list of supplies used for today’s card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yesterday Stampin’ Up! released the much anticipated “Occasions Catalog”. I’ve shown you some sneak peeks…

One of my favorite Bundles is … WAIT, I have 2! The “Perfect Pennants Bundle (I used the pennant dies on the December 28th card share) … Just click on the link to see card.

and the “Just Sayin’ Clear Bundle” … both are available in wood.