Simple Sunday … FOR YOU

Posted in Thinking of You / Hello Friend by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you are having a wonderful weekend! This Sunday we are going to keep it simple with my “For You” card.

Beginning today, and going through the week, I am going to showcase the “I AM ME” Designer Series Paper. I was speaking with my friend Sandy yesterday and we were talking about how we both liked the “Modern Medley” DSP … so that got me to thinking about some of our other designer papers!

So, this week you will see a wonderful assortment of cards I made with the “I Am Me” Designer Series Paper and some of your favorite (and some new) stamp sets.

Today’s color pallet is Whisper White and Calypso Coral. All of the DSP colors are listed in the book and now … on the back of your designer series paper pack! I love it, love it, love it!! (DSP = Designer Series Paper)

I chose the “polka dot” paper from the “I Am Me” DSP and began there. I teamed it up with the “For You” from the stamp set “Chalk Talk” on page 12 of the catalog … and my new stamp set “Gorgeous Grunge” found on page 109.

I received “Gorgeous Grunge” free at Convention this year and thought it was time I put it to use! Splatter is all the “rage” in stampin’ these days, and I must say … it really did add to this card.

Now… I normally wouldn’t think of teaming up “grunge” with glimmer paper, but I wanted my “For You” greeting to POP, and it really did work! I believe you can be as expressive and unique in your card making as you want to be. After all … it is an expression on you! Have fun with it 🙂

Hope you enjoyed today’s “Simple Sunday” card … and stop back each day to see what else you can do with the “I AM ME” Designer Series Paper. Better yet – Sign up to follow my blog and you will receive an e-mail that brings you my posts!

Happy Sunday!

6Sep2013

Dare to Dream card …

Posted in Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Happy Friday Stampers!

Whew … we made it. Just kidding, I saw a poster that said that, but I must admit, I am happy the weekend is almost here.

Yesterday I told you that I would be sharing a card with you, that I created from a picture that inspired me. I saw the picture on Pinterest and though it would make a beautiful card.

It’s hard to believe but I began with Whisper White cardstock! Although the cardstock I used for matting is Calypso Coral… my camera made it look a bit pink. The background for the card was created entirely by sponging.

Here is my inspiration …

If you click on the picture… you can see it in all it’s grandeur, and if you look closely, you can see the elephants. I hope you find it as inspiring as I did. I often look at nature for inspiration in designing and in the color pallets I choose.

For my card, I started with the foreground or “land” part of the card. I sponged Basic Gray ink, layering it to create highlights and low-lights. Then I moved into the sunset … beginning with Daffodil Delight, Calypso Coral and then Marina Mist. I added the clouds next, using the Whisper White Craft Ink.

The trees (from Serene Silhouettes) were stamped with the Black StazOn, as was the “Dare to Dream” from the Loving Thoughts stamp set. If you click on the stamp set name, it will take you to the page so you can view the entire stamp set.

I hope you enjoyed today’s card and feel inspired to go outside and take a walk, or stamp a card for a friend… better yet, with a friend!

Have a great weekend,

5Sep2013

Happy Birthday Friend …

Posted in Birthday, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you this fine Thursday? My wish for you is a marvelous day!

Today I am going to share with you, a birthday card that I made for a dear friend of mine who’s birthday is on Friday. We have been friends since the 5th grade (and that’s all I’m going to say about that) lol.

My technique today is triple time. Simply layer your 3 light colored cardstock together when stamping, then separate and mat. I just love this technique, it’s easy and looks cool.

I have used the “Secret Garden” stamp set with the Crushed Curry ink. When using the new ink pads … you can emboss, which I did with the clear embossing powder. Then I colored the centers in with the Chocolate Chip marker. I wanted to give my card a fall flair.

To continue with the fall theme, I choose to use the “Burlap Ribbon” … however in a very different way. I cut the surged edge off and then pulled it apart. The strings from the burlap ribbon add even more texture because it kinked. I’ve seen this done before and always wanted to try it … what was I waiting for!

Here are the ingredients for today’s card … the item numbers are linked to my on-line store. You will be able to see a picture and a description of the product, just by clicking on it.

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ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
131940	$25.95	Secret Garden – WOOD
129144	$18.95	Secret Garden – CLEAR
128577	$37.95	Fabulous Phrases – WOOD
120501	$26.95	Fabulous Phrases – CLEAR
132140	$7.95	Burlap Ribbon
109130	$4.75	Clear Embossing Powder
129053	$29.95	Heat Gun
119857	$15.95	Word Window Punch

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Tomorrow I’m going to share a card that was inspired by a photo!

Have a fabulous day!

4Sep2013

Flippin’ for Birthdays …

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am really excited today to share my first “flip” card with you! I finally got to sit down and create a card using the new *Thinlits Card Dies! I was all prepared to spend “some time” in my stampin’ room, but found that it was quite easy to create!

I began with the “Circle card Thinlits Die and “Basic Gray” Cardstock …

Then I added my “go to” Designer Series Paper … the “Birthday Basics”. I find this paper so easy to use, and it works so well for any age group.

Since I have decided to create a “special” card … I wanted to choose a special stamp set. The “TAG IT” stamp set is very special as it is this years exclusively designed “Ronald McDonald House Charities” stamp set. For each stamp set that is sold, Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 to the RMHC.

I am trying to sell 100 of these sets … It’s not a contest – I just wanted to see if we (you and I) could raise $300. Together … in the past 10 years, we (you, me… demonstrators and Stampin’ Up!) have raised well over a million dollars for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Will you help us this year … All you need to do is purchase this stamp set. It helps families of critically ill children stay together while the child is being treated.

Don’t you think this is a wonderful combination so far? Me too! I will be posting more cards featuring the “Tag It” stamp set in the future. You’ll soon see how fun and versatile this stamp set is.

I think you could use this card for anyone … my granddaughter loved it! I think she watched the card flip back and forth for about 5 minutes. Hmmm… free entertainment! When you run the cardstock through the BigShot with the die … it cut and scores for you! The 2-1/2″ punch works perfectly for your greetings. Now … let’s go to the flip side!

I used the “Yippee Skippee” (page 37) Stamp set for my flip side, and just used my markers to create that multi-colored greeting. I thought it finished off my card nicely. Here is the list of ingredients to the card I have made for you today.

Please consider purchasing the “Tag It” stamp set and help us raise money and awareness for such a wonderful cause.

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
130300	$2295	Tag It – WOOD
130303	$16.95	Tag It – CLEAR
131341	$18.95	Yippee Skippee – WOOD
131344	$14.95	Yippee Skippee – CLEAR
133480	$32.95	Circle Card Thinlets Die
130145	$10.95	Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper

Hope you enjoyed today’s post … feel free to leave a comment.

Have a fabulous day!

3Sep2013

Swap Card Share … and more!

Posted in 3-D Projects, Business Opportunity by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had a wonderful holiday (Labor Day) weekend.

Today I would like to share with you a sampling of what we demonstrators get to see and do.

The following samples are either swap cards or they were on one of the many boards that display cards, scrapbook pages and 3-D projects submitted by fellow demonstrators.

I just thought it would be fun to share these with you… This is from the “Mixed Bunch” Stamp Set found on page 89 and “Loving Thoughts” on page 106 of the Idea Book and Catalog. The links are for wood mount sets.

The stamp set used on this card is “Field Flowers” …

Although the punch used on this card is no longer available, I would suggest using the “Delicate Details Lace Tape” on page 71. It’s easy to use, and because its a tape …. you don’t have to worry about how to adhere it!

This is my friend and fellow demonstrator Lisa Hirsh, demonstrating the 2-4-6-8 box.

And one of her many creations … way too cute!

Just one more photo with a fun grouping of cards …

I hope you enjoyed today’s post and that it will give you inspiration to create some cards, just like it does for all of us demonstrators. You know … we are always looking for demonstrators in your area!

I would be proud to call you one of my team. Think about it … let me know.

Have a great week!

2Sep2013

Introducing Stampin’ Up!s NEW Envelope Punch Board!

Posted in New Product Intro / Video by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Happy Labor Day… Hope you are enjoying an extended weekend!

Today I would like to share with you a fun new product … Stampin’ Up!s New Envelope Punch Board.

Item	Description	Price
133774	Envelope Punch Board	$19.95

Available beginning September 1, 2013.

Points to Remember…

It creates totally customizable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes (not to mention a million different color and pattern options depending on the paper you want to use). Even tried and true envelope sizes will only take you moments to create!
It’s super easy to use; it will go over as a huge wow when you demonstrate it at your events and your customers see it in action. It looks intimidating at first glance, but when they see that all you have to do is measure for the first punch and from there you just turn and score they’ll go crazy (in a good way).
It’s small and lightweight; this makes it easy for you to take it to your events and show it. It’s also a great selling point when you show your customers how it’s super portable and easy to store. It’s small and light enough that they could use it while watching a soccer match, at a park, at a friend’s for craft night-anywhere.
It even has a slick scoring tool as well as a punch that lets you create rounded corners on your envelopes.
It’s easy to keep it all together; the stylus storage compartment and two punches are designed into the tool so you don’t have a bunch of little pieces to keep track of (even the instructions are printed right on the tool so you won’t lose them!).

Check out the video to see just how easy it is to use …

One more thing …

The price is terrific-especially for a tool that does so much! Only $19.95

Thanks for stopping by today.

Have an awesome day!

1Sep2013

Simple Holiday Layout …

Posted in Christmas, Halloween, Punch Ideas, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I missed you yesterday! I spent the day with my granddaughter, something we have not done in quite a while… it was a good day!

So … today I am going to share with you, two holiday cards created with the same template (or layout). I have used this layout on another card and just love it! I find most of my stampin’ audience loves simple but pretty cards.

Life is so busy now days, that simplicity seems to be the norm. However, you will soon see that you do not have to give up beauty to create simple cards.

First is my “Celebrate Halloween” card …

I used the “Halloween Bash” stamp set and the “Witches Brew” Designer Series paper (132185), both found on page 21 of the Holiday Catalog.

The pumpkins were created by punching 3 circles each of the 1″ circle punch (119869) and the 1/2″ circle punch (119868). You will find both of the punches on page 182 of our Idea Book & Catalog. Next, I sponged the edges of the circles to create dimension, then layered them. I used “Tangerine Tango” ink and cardstock. Then I just drew the little faces on the assembled pumpkins.

The greeting was created by using my markers directly onto the stamp – omitting the words I did not want to use, thus creating the simple greeting of “Celebrate Halloween”. You can use this technique on any stamp.

The banner for both my cards today were created from a 4-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ piece of designer or glimmer paper. I like the size fits well with this layout.

You will also notice that I have used the “Envelope Liner Framelit Dies” (132172) on both of my projects today. These are found on page 37 of the Holiday catalog.

Here’s my second card “Joy to the World” …

I used the stamp set “Joy to the World” which you can find on page 24 of the Holiday Catalog, I have used this set many times already and it’s just September! I’m gearing up for my holiday classes!

Next I chose the beautiful “Champagne Glimmer” paper (127885) found in the Idea book & Catalog. I think the glimmer papers add a touch of elegance to any card… I just simply cannot resist these beautiful papers (comes in three colors: Red, Silver and the Champagne). I teamed it up with the Early Espresso and Very Vanilla cardstock … LOVE this combination of color.

To add some extra flair and texture to my card, I embossed the background with the “Petals of Plenty” (116824) Folder on page 191. Then created little flowers with the “Boho Blossom” Punch (119858) on page 183. I think they coordinate nicely together! Then top it off with the beautiful “Pearls” (119247) on page 171. They really do complete the card.

I hope you enjoyed today’s cards created with the simple layout of a banner, greeting, and a bit of embellishing! I would love to see what you can create with this layout.

Enjoy the wonderful weekend.

30Aug2013

Beautiful Butterflies …

Posted in Birthday, Sympathy, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Today I want to share a fantastic promotion that Stampin’ Up! just released … along with the special, I want to share some cards that show our wonderful bundle.

Save 15 percent when you buy the Papillion Potpourri Stamp Set and Bitty Butterfly Punch together.

Dates: August 29-September 30, 2013. To order, click on the highlighted product numbers below under “Bundle Item!”

Bundle Item	Description	Retail Price	15% Savings Price
135311	Butterfly Bundle (Clear-Mount) Papillon Potpourri Clear-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch	$30.90	$26.27
135312	Butterfly Bundle (Wood-Mount) Papillon Potpourri Wood-Mount Stamp Set Bitty Butterfly Punch	$34.90	$29.67

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Papillon Potpourri

Here are some great card samples that I have collected, that highlight the “Papillon Potpourri” stamp set and / or the “Bitty Butterfly Punch”.

Some of these samples were “swap cards” … so my apologies that I can not recognize the original artists.

So let me know what you think about the new promotion, and the card samples you’ve seen today.

Have an awesome day today!

29Aug2013

New Product Videos …

Posted in New Product Intro / Video by Linda Schnabel

Hi Stampin’ friends,

Just a quick post today to show you what’s new at Stampin’ Up! Just in case you haven’t seen it yet.

First I am going to share the new Envelope Liners Framelits Die (132172) found on page 37 of the Holiday catalog. The ladies who were at my Christmas stamp camp … you got to see it close up.

My attendee’s also got to use the “Merry Little Christmas” Simply Created Card Kit (132158) which includes envelope liners in the kit. In fact, everything you need to put the kit together (except adhesive) is included in the kit! They were a big hit!

Here is another fun die Stampin’ Up! has introduced this year … the “Gift Bow Bigz L Die” (129977). That is also located in the Holiday Catalog on page 37. Eileen won her’s at Convention this year!

How cute is that! I’ll be showing you different things you can do with your bow die in upcoming posts.

Stampin’ Up! has also introduced “NEW” Single Stamps … Just click the link below to view all.

Flyer_SingleStamps5_Aug1213_NA

Not sure why I couldn’t get that little sticker to show up! I guess sometimes these computers and their components have to show us they are in control.

Hope you enjoyed seeing the new products … I will return tomorrow with another project!

Have a great day,

28Aug2013

My Thoughts on Fall Card …

Posted in Man Cards, Techniques, Thinking of You / Hello Friend by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you are doing well. I have had an exciting couple of days …

First, I sent out an invitation to my annual Holiday Retreat and it has filled within 36 hours of the announcement! Holy cow, I feel like Garth Brooks … selling out his concert in record time. I am so thrilled to be able to host my stampin’ retreats for you.

Second, I held my Christmas in July… Oops August Stamp Camp, and although we didn’t have the attendance we normally do – we had a great time! There were great cards, door prizes, and the ladies got treated to a plate of “Candyman on Main” Chocolates! I think my new job as manager of the candy store is a big hit!

Thanks to all who are signed up for retreat and those who attended the stamp camp!

Today I wanted to share a different fold style of card, with a fall flair. With this heat wave we’ve been having, I’m looking forward to those “warm” … not hot days, and cool nights.

Speaking of “cool nights” … I used the “Sweater Weather” Designer Series Paper for my card. I never favored the “Crushed Curry” before but it really makes this card pop, and works so beautifully with the Chocolate Chip and Tangerine Tango colors.

I used the “Falling Leaves” stamp set as my focal point … and the “Rock -n- Roll” technique to get the multicolored leaf.

The “Falling Leaves” stamp set is a “Two-Step” Stamp, so you’ll get two techniques in one!

Rock -n- Roll Technique:

** Begin inking up your solid stamp with the lightest color, I used Crushed Curry. Then touch the sides of the stamp with your darker color – in this case I used the Tangerine Tango. Because my new pads are soooo new … they are very juicy, so I bounced my fingertip across the stamp to blend them a bit more. Then I topped it off with the “detailed stamp / outline of leaf” with the chocolate chip.

Since I had a bit of ink left on my bold/solid stamp … I huffed (using your breath to re-moisten the ink) my stamp and stamped the image onto the inside of the inner card. It comes out very light but adds a touch of color. If you don’t want to huff, you can always re-ink and then stamp off.

Lastly, I stamped “my thoughts” from the stamp set “Field Flowers” in chocolate chip.

So the “trick” to this card is quite simple …. it’s just a card inside (or on top of) a card! The larger or “back” folds in from the left to the right, and the small or inner card folds from the right to the left. You fold the larger flap over the small card (when open … like it’s shown above) and then the small flap is folded to close the card.

Here is the list of supplies used …

128430	Gently Falling Stamp Set – Wood / $39.95
123804	Gently Falling Stamp Set – Clear / $28.95
128583	Field Flowers Stamp Set – Wood / $24.95
122762	Field Flowers Stamp Set – Clear / $17.95
132184	Sweater Weather Designer Series Paper / $10.95
127821	Woodgrain Embossing Folder / $7.95
120906	2-1/2” Circle Punch / $16.95

I love the look, it gives you a unique dimension to your card. Hope you enjoyed!

27Aug2013

Your Creativity Carriage Awaits …

Posted in Uncategorized by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Just a quick reminder that our Paper Pumpkin Deal ends August 31st. You can try it half price for your first 2 months. You may continue or quit at anytime… it’s up to you. It also makes a perfect gift, the gift that keeps on giving.

Can’t make it to my clubs or stamp camps? Have a friend sign up with you and start your own stamp night … oh what fun that would be!

During convention Stampin’ Up! announced a great DEAL for NEW Subscribers of Paper Pumpkin! Use the promotion code PUMPKINDEAL to join Paper Pumpkin before August 31, 2013, and pay only $10 a month* for the first two months. *plus tax, where applicable. Shipping’s included!

Here is how your Paper Pumpkin comes ….

Open ….

It comes in a sweet box, but you’ll really love what you find on the inside: All the stamps, ink, paper, and accessories to create pinable projects. Create stuff like cards, journals, décor, and more!

This is your introductory kit. Everyone receives this kit no matter what month your sign up, after that, you will receive the projects for that month.

As you can see, everything you need to create the projects are here for you! Including your block (which is worth almost the cost of the special purchase price) so why not give it a try? Remember … you can cancel at any time.

Here is a bit of a “jazzed” up version! If you sign up under me … In August and then on, you will receive a different version of the card so you can get an idea of other things you can do with your Paper Pumpkin.

Here is how you can start today …. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP/ You must add promo code: PUMPKINDEAL

So all you need to do is click on the link above and remember to add Promo code: PUMPKINDEAL and your creativity package will arrive every month to your door! Here is the link again … PAPER PUMPKIN SIGN UP

Contact me if you have any questions. Remember, you may cancel at any time or continue to receive your kits each and every month!

Have a great day,

26Aug2013

So many candles … so little cake!

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you had an awesome weekend! I heard it was “hot” outside, so I never ventured out … I’ll get my share of the heat today! I always wondered why it was either “way too hot” or raining on the days I hold my stamp camps. Must be God’s way of telling me I picked a good day to stay inside and stamp!

With so many birthday’s in my family coming up, I thought I would share another birthday card with you today. It’s quick and easy to make and as promised, I’m using the “Birthday Basics” Designer Series paper again. I just love the new “Smoky Slate” color, so I used that as the base of my card.

As you can see, I changed up the fold of the card a bit today. I had my share of measuring things being in the Quality Assurance field for over 20+ years … so, I just folded in the larger (left) side past the center point of the card, then I folded the what was left of the cardstock up to meet the edge! I did use my bone folder to crisp up the folds.

I pulled out the BigShot for this card, as I do on many… once you start, it’s hard to stop. Kind of like a good bowl of ice cream! After stamping the greeting from the “Bring on the Cake” stamp set … I cut them out using the Circle Framelit dies. And since I was already using it, I thought I would try out my new “Envelope Liners” Framelit Die. Now that’s what I call coordinating your card and envelope!

I also embossed the mat to my greeting with the “Petals of Plenty” folder … I was hoping to create enough dimension to look like the cute little blossoms on the designer paper. And of course, I had to add a bit of bling!

To jazz up the inside, I added a strip of the designer paper and used the Happy Birthday – also from the “Bring on the Cake” stamp set. It just finishes off the card so nicely.

Here is a list of today’s ingredients. Click on the item number if you wish to purchase anything you saw today.

128490	Bring on the Cake Stamp Set – Wood / $38.95
121958	Bring on the Cake Stamp Set – Clear / $27.95
130145	Birthday Basics Designer Series Paper / $10.95
130911	Circles Collection Framelits / $26.95
132172	Envelope Liners Framelit / $26.95
116824	Petals –a-Plenty Emboss Folder / $7.95

Hope you enjoyed today’s card.

Have a great week,

25Aug2013

Holiday Retreat is coming ….

Posted in Christmas, Stampin' Class Announcement by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

My apologies for skipping my post yesterday, but my daughter needed me … so I had to be there for her. I’m happy that she wanted her Mom. Sometimes as they get older, they tend to talk to their friends instead of their Moms. Yes, she is OK.

Today I wanted to share a bit about my Holiday Retreat … the announcement comes out today! It is one of my most anticipated events. We had a wonderful time last year and I am so looking forward to getting together again this fall.

We stay on the beautiful Green Lake Conference center grounds…

at the Christian Writing Center … and 1930’s English Manor.

We stamp, we eat, and we have a blast hangin’ out with our friends and making new ones.

There a fun surprises …

fantastic rooms …

and good food… Oh yes, one price covers it all!

Here are just a few of the projects we did last year … some are cased, and some are my original designs. Either way – we have a great time stampin’ together.

Hope you enjoyed a glimpse into our retreats. You should consider joining us sometime.

Hope you had a wonderful weekend!

Thanks for stopping by …

23Aug2013

Happy Birthday to You!

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

Happy Friday Stampin’ Friends!

Since many of us are so happy to see Friday come, I thought it only appropriate that we celebrate! So today’s card share is a cute birthday card.

My color pallet for the card was chosen from the colors in the “Birthday Basics” Designer Series paper. The colors I highlighted were Island Indigo and Raspberry Ripple (sounds like a wine from the 70’s – lol) . The Raspberry Ripple is in the 2012 – 14 In-Color Collection.

I wanted to add a little sparkle for our celebration so a chose a strip of “Silver Glimmer Paper”. STAMPIN’ TIP: The “Snail adhesive” we usually use for our cards does not work on the back of the glimmer paper, so I suggest using “Sticky Strip”. That is truly a must have in any stampers kit. It is the only adhesive I use when creating 3-D projects.

The birthday greeting comes from the stamp set: Label Love. You will however have to color in the words with a marker to eliminate the border on the stamp.

Remember the stampin’ tip I gave you the other day … Color with the side of your markers, and not directly with the tip. It will save the tips of your markers and they will last a long time.

I couldn’t seem to find my 1-3/8″ Circle punch so I used the Circle Collections frame-lits to add the Raspberry Ripple circle as a “pop” of color. I was so excited when they introduced the Circle, Ovals and Square Collections of Frame-lits. I think they are so versatile! I guess I will just have to show you what I mean… by posting some awesome projects using these items!

Now, if you would like to make this card a bit more masculine, you could swap out the “glimmer paper” for another color – then emboss it with your favorite emboss folder to add some dimension. Then I would use another circle punch instead of the scallop … I think that would work nicely.

Here is a listing of the products used and the links for easy access.

130619	Label Love Stamp Set – Wood / $24.95
130622	Label Love Stamp Set – Clear / $17.95
130145	Birthday Basics Series Paper / $10.95
124005	Silver Glimmer Paper / $4.95
104294	Sticky Strip / $6.95
130911	Circles Collection Frame-Lits / $26.95
119861	1-1/4” Circle Punch / $15.95
119854	1-3/4” Scallop Circle Punch / $16.95

Hope you enjoyed today’s post… and a Happy Birthday to those with a birthday today! (and a Happy Birthday to my nephew Artie!)

Have a wonderful weekend.

22Aug2013

Walk on the Wild Side …

Posted in Man Cards, Quick -n- Easy by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Yahoo… It’s Thursday and the weekend is fast approaching! I’m looking forward to getting more stamping done.

Much to do this weekend … my clubs start in September and I have to design their projects, and get their schedules out this weekend. I will also be sending the announcement for our annual Fall Retreat this weekend! It’s so much fun 🙂

Today I want to take a you back to nature with the “Walk on the Wild Side” stamp set. I thought it was time to share another “Man Card”. This is a nice stamp set, and I will be sure to share more projects using this set with you.

I used the “Sweater Weather” Designer Series paper for our background. I love using the plaids for masculine cards, but I think this one would work great on a boys birthday card as well.

Although one of the colors listed on this paper is “Chocolate Chip” … I chose to use the “Early Espresso” as my base color. I thought it made all the colors on the paper “pop” more.

To give it the real “manly” look, I added a banner using the Burlap Ribbon … oh my gosh, I love this stuff! You can use it for your cards, scrapbook pages and to tie bows on everything fall!

Stampin’ Tips for today’s card:

1. Remember when coloring direct to rubber, don’t use the tip of the marker but the sides … it colors your image faster, and you won’t destroy your tips.

2. The Burlap Ribbon was adhered with the Mini Glue Dots… they work great. You could also use the “sticky strip” but the glue dots were so easy to use.

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

130354	Walk on the Wild Side Stamp Set – Wood / $19.95
130357	Walk on the Wild Side Stamp Set – Clear / $14.95
132184	Sweater Weather Designer Series Paper / $10.95
132140	Burlap Ribbon / $7.95
119855	Large Oval Punch / $15.95
119856	Scallop Oval Punch / $16.95

Have a wonderful day and “Thanks Much” for stopping by….

but before you go, go back to the top of my page and click on the “P” – my Pinterest Page and follow me on Pinterest too. Thank you!

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you are having a wonderful weekend! This Sunday we are going to keep it simple with my “For You” card.

Beginning today, and going through the week, I am going to showcase the “I AM ME” Designer Series Paper. I was speaking with my friend Sandy yesterday and we were talking about how we both liked the “Modern Medley” DSP … so that got me to thinking about some of our other designer papers!

So, this week you will see a wonderful assortment of cards I made with the “I Am Me” Designer Series Paper and some of your favorite (and some new) stamp sets.

Today’s color pallet is Whisper White and Calypso Coral. All of the DSP colors are listed in the book and now … on the back of your designer series paper pack! I love it, love it, love it!! (DSP = Designer Series Paper)

I chose the “polka dot” paper from the “I Am Me” DSP and began there. I teamed it up with the “For You” from the stamp set “Chalk Talk” on page 12 of the catalog … and my new stamp set “Gorgeous Grunge” found on page 109.

I received “Gorgeous Grunge” free at Convention this year and thought it was time I put it to use! Splatter is all the “rage” in stampin’ these days, and I must say … it really did add to this card.

Hope you enjoyed today’s “Simple Sunday” card … and stop back each day to see what else you can do with the “I AM ME” Designer Series Paper. Better yet – Sign up to follow my blog and you will receive an e-mail that brings you my posts!

Happy Sunday!

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Happy Friday Stampers!

Whew … we made it. Just kidding, I saw a poster that said that, but I must admit, I am happy the weekend is almost here.

Yesterday I told you that I would be sharing a card with you, that I created from a picture that inspired me. I saw the picture on Pinterest and though it would make a beautiful card.

It’s hard to believe but I began with Whisper White cardstock! Although the cardstock I used for matting is Calypso Coral… my camera made it look a bit pink. The background for the card was created entirely by sponging.

Here is my inspiration …

If you click on the picture… you can see it in all it’s grandeur, and if you look closely, you can see the elephants. I hope you find it as inspiring as I did. I often look at nature for inspiration in designing and in the color pallets I choose.

The trees (from Serene Silhouettes) were stamped with the Black StazOn, as was the “Dare to Dream” from the Loving Thoughts stamp set. If you click on the stamp set name, it will take you to the page so you can view the entire stamp set.

I hope you enjoyed today’s card and feel inspired to go outside and take a walk, or stamp a card for a friend… better yet, with a friend!

Have a great weekend,

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you this fine Thursday? My wish for you is a marvelous day!

Today I am going to share with you, a birthday card that I made for a dear friend of mine who’s birthday is on Friday. We have been friends since the 5th grade (and that’s all I’m going to say about that) lol.

My technique today is triple time. Simply layer your 3 light colored cardstock together when stamping, then separate and mat. I just love this technique, it’s easy and looks cool.

I have used the “Secret Garden” stamp set with the Crushed Curry ink. When using the new ink pads … you can emboss, which I did with the clear embossing powder. Then I colored the centers in with the Chocolate Chip marker. I wanted to give my card a fall flair.

Here are the ingredients for today’s card … the item numbers are linked to my on-line store. You will be able to see a picture and a description of the product, just by clicking on it.

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Tomorrow I’m going to share a card that was inspired by a photo!

Have a fabulous day!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I am really excited today to share my first “flip” card with you! I finally got to sit down and create a card using the new *Thinlits Card Dies! I was all prepared to spend “some time” in my stampin’ room, but found that it was quite easy to create!

I began with the “Circle card Thinlits Die and “Basic Gray” Cardstock …

Then I added my “go to” Designer Series Paper … the “Birthday Basics”. I find this paper so easy to use, and it works so well for any age group.

I am trying to sell 100 of these sets … It’s not a contest – I just wanted to see if we (you and I) could raise $300. Together … in the past 10 years, we (you, me… demonstrators and Stampin’ Up!) have raised well over a million dollars for the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

Will you help us this year … All you need to do is purchase this stamp set. It helps families of critically ill children stay together while the child is being treated.

Don’t you think this is a wonderful combination so far? Me too! I will be posting more cards featuring the “Tag It” stamp set in the future. You’ll soon see how fun and versatile this stamp set is.

I used the “Yippee Skippee” (page 37) Stamp set for my flip side, and just used my markers to create that multi-colored greeting. I thought it finished off my card nicely. Here is the list of ingredients to the card I have made for you today.

Please consider purchasing the “Tag It” stamp set and help us raise money and awareness for such a wonderful cause.

Hope you enjoyed today’s post … feel free to leave a comment.

Have a fabulous day!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I hope you had a wonderful holiday (Labor Day) weekend.

Today I would like to share with you a sampling of what we demonstrators get to see and do.

The following samples are either swap cards or they were on one of the many boards that display cards, scrapbook pages and 3-D projects submitted by fellow demonstrators.

I just thought it would be fun to share these with you… This is from the “Mixed Bunch” Stamp Set found on page 89 and “Loving Thoughts” on page 106 of the Idea Book and Catalog. The links are for wood mount sets.

The stamp set used on this card is “Field Flowers” …

Although the punch used on this card is no longer available, I would suggest using the “Delicate Details Lace Tape” on page 71. It’s easy to use, and because its a tape …. you don’t have to worry about how to adhere it!

This is my friend and fellow demonstrator Lisa Hirsh, demonstrating the 2-4-6-8 box.

And one of her many creations … way too cute!

Just one more photo with a fun grouping of cards …

I hope you enjoyed today’s post and that it will give you inspiration to create some cards, just like it does for all of us demonstrators. You know … we are always looking for demonstrators in your area!

I would be proud to call you one of my team. Think about it … let me know.

Have a great week!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Happy Labor Day… Hope you are enjoying an extended weekend!

Today I would like to share with you a fun new product … Stampin’ Up!s New Envelope Punch Board.

Points to Remember…

It creates totally customizable envelopes in up to 66 different sizes (not to mention a million different color and pattern options depending on the paper you want to use). Even tried and true envelope sizes will only take you moments to create!

It even has a slick scoring tool as well as a punch that lets you create rounded corners on your envelopes.

It’s easy to keep it all together; the stylus storage compartment and two punches are designed into the tool so you don’t have a bunch of little pieces to keep track of (even the instructions are printed right on the tool so you won’t lose them!).

Check out the video to see just how easy it is to use …

One more thing …

The price is terrific-especially for a tool that does so much! Only $19.95

Thanks for stopping by today.

Have an awesome day!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

I missed you yesterday! I spent the day with my granddaughter, something we have not done in quite a while… it was a good day!

So … today I am going to share with you, two holiday cards created with the same template (or layout). I have used this layout on another card and just love it! I find most of my stampin’ audience loves simple but pretty cards.

Life is so busy now days, that simplicity seems to be the norm. However, you will soon see that you do not have to give up beauty to create simple cards.

First is my “Celebrate Halloween” card …

I used the “Halloween Bash” stamp set and the “Witches Brew” Designer Series paper (132185), both found on page 21 of the Holiday Catalog.

The greeting was created by using my markers directly onto the stamp – omitting the words I did not want to use, thus creating the simple greeting of “Celebrate Halloween”. You can use this technique on any stamp.

The banner for both my cards today were created from a 4-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ piece of designer or glimmer paper. I like the size fits well with this layout.

You will also notice that I have used the “Envelope Liner Framelit Dies” (132172) on both of my projects today. These are found on page 37 of the Holiday catalog.

Here’s my second card “Joy to the World” …

I used the stamp set “Joy to the World” which you can find on page 24 of the Holiday Catalog, I have used this set many times already and it’s just September! I’m gearing up for my holiday classes!

I hope you enjoyed today’s cards created with the simple layout of a banner, greeting, and a bit of embellishing! I would love to see what you can create with this layout.