Friday Frights: Treat Pouches!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~ I’m here but limping along on a not so stable laptop, so it’s going to be a quick post to share these cute little treat pouches that I made for you!

Each of these little cuties were make from the “Cute Halloween” Designer Series paper and a few other accessories which I’ll share as I go.

This sheet of designer paper has the polka dots on one side and Pumpkin Pie and Black stripes on the other. I used the Black Organdy Glitter Ribbon and the “Little Delights” stamp set. I also used the “Cute Stars Adhesive Backed Sequins” on this one!

I actually used the “Cute Stars Adhesive Backed Sequins” on all of my Halloween Pouches …

I used a more subtle pattern on this sheet of the “Cute Halloween” Designer paper … I then highlighted it with a cut out of another sheet of the designer paper. That little bat trick-or-treating is just too stinkin’ cute!! I will share more designs along with instructions as soon as I hunt down a new computer … I don’t know what happened 😦 But … I’ll be back!!

Thanks for hanging out with me as I limp through my “technology” issues!

Linda

Expressions in Ink Tutorial …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a pretty card for you along with the step by step tutorial … enjoy! A list of supplies used are located at the end of my post.

Thanks Card
INSTRUCTIONS
1) Cut Calypso Coral cardstock to 5-1/2″ x 8-1/2″. Score at 4-1/4″ along the 8-1/2″ side.

2) Cut Basic White cardstock and Vellum to 3-3/4″ x 5-1/8″.

3) Use the grouped detail flower die from the Artistic dies to die cut four sets of flowers from Basic White cardstock.

4) Stamp the flowers and leaves on the Basic White layer using Poppy Parade for the largest flower, Calypso Coral for the medium flower, Crushed Curry for the small flower/flower center, and Old Olive for the leaves. Use the die cut flowers as a loose guide for the layout of the stamped images. You’ll be layering the die cuts over the stamping. Don’t worry about them being exact, the abstract, watercolor is part of the beauty of this set!

5) Once the Basic White layer is mostly covered with stamped flower groups, add a bit of adhesive above the center, where the greeting will cover it. Line up the Vellum on top of the stamped layer. You’ll add more adhesive later, this will just tack it in place for now.

6) Without adding adhesive, line up the die cut image over the stamped images. They will hang off the edges, that will be trimmed later. Once you have the die cuts where you want them, pick up one at a time and use very small dots of Multipurpose Liquid Glue to adhere the die cut in place. Repeat for each die cut. Allow to dry completely!

7) While the glue dried, stamp “thanks” greeting from Artistically Inked stamp on 2-1/4″ x 1″ Poppy Parade cardstock with VersaMark ink. Cover generously with White Stampin’ Emboss Powder. Tap off excess powder. Heat emboss with the Heat Tool.

8) Once the glue is dried on the Vellum and die cut layer, use Paper Snips to trim off the excess die cuts even with the edge of the Vellum and cardstock. Gently lift the edges of the Vellum and add tiny dots of Multipurpose Liquid Glue behind the die cuts to help secure the Vellum to the Basic White cardstock. Allow to dry.

9) Adhere the layers to the card front at an angle. Add a strip of adhesive where the greeting will be added. Zig-zag a 12″ piece of ribbon. Use Stampin’ Dimensionals to add the greeting over the ribbon.

10) Use dots of Multipurpose Liquid Glue to group about 7 orange sequins from the Sequins for Everything set around the greeting.

TIP: The easiest way to add the Sequins for Everything to a project is to add a tiny drop of Multipurpose Liquid Glue on the project where you want the sequin and then use your fingers or the putty tip of the Take Your Pick Tool (#144107) to place the sequin on the glue with the curved side down, like a bowl. This way you don’t drop a gluey sequin on your project where you don’t want it.

Thank you for stopping by for the visit today ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

Introduction to Soft Pastels …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

It’s Wednesday WOW Day today!! I have so much to share with you today. I will share the recording of last nights LIVE demonstration, the beautiful “finished” card and a special announcement from Stampin’ Up! … let’s do that first!

I’ve started with the basics, just showing you a few of the beginner techniques that work well with the Soft Pastels … remember, these are not chalks. Pastels are “pigments” held with a binding agent to give them their shape. Take a look at the video and then I will share the finished card with you … Sit back and relax and grab a cup of coffee.

I matted my floral design with Mossy Meadow … the coordinating color in our Pastel pallet. Then I used a piece of Sahara Sand which coordinates with my ink color, which I embossed it using the Painted Texture embossing folder

The striking colors in our flower coordinate beautifully with the Fresh Freesia Shimmery vellum that I used as my background … it’s a wow against that flower!!

The greeting comes from the Hand-Penned Stamp set and was cut from the Layering Circle dies. Our colors are layered onto our card as easily as the Soft Pastels colors are layered onto our images.

One last thing, I had to add some Wink of Stella to the flower petals … the photo above highlights the Stella and the Shimmery Vellum.

Thank you for hanging out with me today~

Have a “Wonderful Wednesday”!!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

Hand Penned Stepped Up …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday shared two cards that I created on World Cardmaking Day in a demonstration for my views … today, I took one of those layouts and stepped it up! Break out the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine ….

I did today’s card with a Fresh Freesia pattern from the Hand Penned Designer Series paper, and I cut out the pretty image from the card (as in yesterdays card) … but it was time to add some texture so I pulled out my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and the Greenery Embossing Folder and here is what I cam e up with …

The simple Fresh Freesia and white pattern on the designer paper really allows the cut out flower to become the focal point! The embossed piece of Basic White adds some fun detail and texture. I also added the Freesia In-Color Gems to the card which draws your eye all around the card.

One last thing, I had to add some Wink of Stella to the flower petals …

I think the Stella just adds to the Water Color imagery of the Hand Penned Memories & More Cards … simply pretty.

Thank you for hanging out with me today.

Happy Monday ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

Simple Sunday: Easily Penned Cards

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday was World Card Making Day, and I spent the day with my Stampin’ Friends making cards. I began with the Hand Penned Memories & More Card Pack because they are not just for scrapbooking … the cards were great for card making and loved by new crafters!!

I’m going to share our first stamp session with you so you too can see how easy it is to use these cards to create … Cards!

The first card was created in Fresh Freesia … It’s compliments the paper perfectly! I cut out the pretty image from the card (as shown in video) Wrapped the Fresh Freesia Organdy Ribbon to the back and popped it up onto the front of the card … a few In-Color Rhinestones and the card is complete!

OK … I love this one! The Pale Papaya really makes the green on this card stand out! With the addition to the corner punch, we’ve added texture and another pop of color to our card and the gems just tie it all together.

I had so fun spending my Saturday stamping with you and sharing ideas, tips and more. Hopefully next year we can all gather in one big room and actually “make” cards together.

Thank you for stopping by and sharing a part of your Sunday with me.

Have a beautiful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

Celebrating World Card Making Day!

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Happy World Card Making Day!! World Card Making Day is an annual celebration commemorated on the first Saturday of October. Did you know that today is also World Smile Day … and what better way to create smiles that to give or get a card!!

I’m inviting you and your stamping friends to join me on my Linda’s Stampin’ Escape Facebook page … CLICK HERE TO JOIN IN Welcome post is at 7am … then I’ll be posting every hour with tips, games, and LIVE demonstrations! Can’t wait to see you there!

I’m here to inspire you … then let out your creativity and make a card for your loved ones.

Have an amazing day ~

Looking for simplicity? Look at Card Kits …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m excited to share with you a new line of creative products called the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! Stampin’ Up! has taken the guess work out of creativity and done the hard parts, and you get to do the fun stuff: craft! Each kit is all-inclusive and includes the predesigned projects, preprinted pieces, and even the adhesives you need to complete the projects.

Let’s learn a little bit more about the kits and what’s inside your kits…. Every collection kit is different but includes similar types of products.

In this video, Join Stampin’ Up! CEO Sara Douglass to find out about the product types, see how to use them, and learn some crafty terminology!

Here is a cute kit I have not seen yet so I checked out the video and thought I’d share it with you! It’s so cute and “beachy”!!

This is just one of the many kits available, just head over to my website to see them all … http://www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net

Thank you so much for checking out my blog today.

Have a fabulous day ~

Here are some of the card kits available …

Raise Your Hand …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today is the last day of our Sale-a-bration promotion and I wouldn’t be doing my job as your creative coach if I didn’t mention it at all. I get it, we are all busy and things slip our minds so, if you were interested in one of the Sale-a-bration items … Let me know.

You can get FREE Stamps with a qualifying purchase or you can choose a FREE bundle when you join my team and the Stampin’ Up! family …

I will admit the FREE bundle is pretty cool, and the discount on all future orders is also great, but I must tell you that the reason I have remained on this stampin’ journey for 21 years, are the amazing relationships that I have built. My stampin’ friends, my stampin’ sisters and the sweet ladies on my team …

✨ What would be your reason for joining my community of Stampin’ Sisters. 🥰 I invite you to join me … Take this offer/ journey out for a test drive, I’ll be beside you in the passengers seat to help guide you! ❤

It truly is the friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate “and enjoy” the journey. Are you ready to start … CLICK HERE

The Starter Kit is $99 (Free Shipping) Choose $125 in product and a FREE Bundle. Ends tonight at midnight.

Message me if you have any questions … Have an amazing day.

Delicate Dahlias & Coloring Vellum

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

I’m so excited to share this fun and simple technique. Today we are coloring our Heat Embossed Vellum … it is so simple and fun to do. I’ll be sharing a video along with 2 cards that I created using this technique.

Let’s begin with the video … it is a replay of my Facebook LIVE last night. You can also find it on YouTube along with all my technique and tip videos.

Wasn’t that easy … and just think, you can use any color you want!! You can also use any stamped images that your heart desires. The Delicate Dahlias will disappear on October 1st, 2021.

The Delicate Dahlias set is FREE right now in our Sale-a-bration catalog with a $50 purchase from any catalog! Here is the card that I created during the video ….

My next card is the one in which I embossed the Dahlia in silver and colored with our New Polished Pink In-Color. I love the way this turned out … remember I’m using the “backside” of the embossed image so I decided to use the Soft Succulent pattern from the Pansy Petals Designer paper because it coordinates beautifully.

As on the first card, I added texture with the Painted Texture embossing folder and then on this card I accented it with the Highland Heather cardstock. I added the Soft Succulent Open Weave Ribbon to tie into the designer paper … and to pose as “leaves” to my flower.

I also used the beautiful 2021-23 In Color Jewels on my cards … the Polished Pink on our first card, and the Soft Succulent on the second.

I hope you enjoyed the video and the cards, and don’t forget … Sale-a-bration ends tomorrow.

Thank you for joining me today, and last night if you caught this LIVE!

Here is a list of the products I used on my cards. You may click on any one for more information on the product, or to begin shopping so you can start making these adorable cards. Thank you.

Thank You Dahlias …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today I have a pretty card that showcases the Delicate Dahlias in Fresh Freesia. It’s such a soft delicate color for these pretty flowers and creates a warm “thank you” for your recipient.

The dahlias are stamped multiple times on the Basic White cardstock … years ago this technique was common because the gorgeous designer papers you see now days, just weren’t there so we created our own backgrounds. Here we took it a step further and used it to showcase the flowers.

The card needed a come texture so I used the “Brick & Mortor” Embossing Folder behind my flowers … it reminds you of a lovely summer garden.

The greeting comes from the amazing Welcoming Woods stamp set (LOVE this one!!) It has so many nice greetings with a mixture of fonts … they look so pretty! I used the Stitched Rectangle Dies for my greeting … I die cut out the Fresh Freesia and then cut the white piece out with my cutter, and the greeting was stamped in the coordinating Fresh Freesia ink.

To finish off my card I wanted to keep the soft look of the card so I added the White Glitter Organdy ribbon… who doesn’t want a touch of sparkle with the soft flow of the ribbon. Then I added three Opal Rounds placed around the greeting …

We still have a few days left … well 2 to get your hands on the Delicate Dahlia stamp set. I am completing my class up this week so when you purchase through me, and choose the Dahlia set, I will send you an invite to a private Facebook page where I will have video’s and PDF for additional Dahlia cards!!

Here is a card I had shared prior using the distinktive stamps in this set …. don’t they look real? It really brings the dahlias to life … I wanted you to see how the two different large dahlias in the stamp set looked.

Hope you enjoyed today’s cards and I thank you hanging out with me today. Join me tonight on my Facebook LIVE to see a fun and easy technique using the Delicate Dahlias!

Have a beautiful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥ 

Joyful Christmas …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Yesterday I shared a “simply” beautiful card using the Peaceful Prints Designer paper, and today I have another with this paper but highlighting the NEW Holly Border Punch. It was something on my Wish List so today I wanted to share this card with you… these two holiday treats paired perfectly together.

Like you, I get bogged down with work, chores, kids … yes, mine are older but they still call Mom!! lol So I like to share pretty cards that are quick & easy card to make. A little layering and it looks all decked out!!

I chose this cute polka dot paper so the green would show through the punched holly! It’s actually 2 pieces, one behind the holly punch and the other as our background. I used Basic Black with the Holly punch to create an eye catching impact!

I layered a piece of red plaid behind the holly piece to add a pop of color and to coordinate and make the Red Rhinestones light up the card. I used the “Take Your Pick” tool to pick up and apply the rhinestones to my card.

Both designer paper patterns are from the limited time offer Peaceful Prints Designer Paper as our background. This paper is just one of the items you can get for FREE with a $50 purchase!

I used the Tidings & Trimmings stamp set for my greeting, it is stamped with our Tuxedo Black Momento Ink and punched with the Double Oval punch.

I used the adorable White Glitter Organdy Ribbon to tie together all of the white on the card and add just a little more sparkle, as if the 23 Red Rhinestones didn’t do it!! Some girls like their sparkle … just saying 😉

Don’t forget … the Peaceful Prints designer paper is FREE for a limited time. Our Sale-a-bration period ends in just 3 days! I have included a list of ingredients for you below.

Thank you for joining me day. I hope your day is a good one!

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

Simple Sunday: Christmas Deer

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

We just kicked back to welcome autumn in with it’s warm days, cool nights and stunning colors and then got a major jolt when “this” was announced …. YIKES!

Are you ready? If you are looking for a quick & easy card to make this holiday season this could be exactly what you are looking for …. And the Designer Paper is FREE!

We begin with this limited time offer Peaceful Prints Designer Paper as our background. This paper is just one of the items you can get for FREE with a $50 purchase! The red plaid with white snowflakes such a fun holiday print, and just one of many “merry” patterns.

Here is the entire packet of the Peaceful Prints Designer Series paper …

I chose to compliment this designer paper with a pop of Basic Black in the form of a banner and the card base. Another banner was added in Basic White to stamp our greeting.

I used the Shimmer Snowflake to draw your eye to the focal point … our deer! The deer uses the coordinating punch and Peaceful Printed designer paper. That’s right, the deer is punched from the designer paper …

This cute card is easy to make and you’ll love saving money on your cards this year because the Peaceful Prints designer paper is FREE! I have a list of ingredients below for you.

Thank you for stopping by and sharing a part of your Sunday with me.

Have a beautiful day ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in today’s projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥

We’re Winding Down …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

The weekend is here, fall is upon us and we are down to only days remaining of our Fall Sale-a-bration!! So many wonderful items you can get for FREE … details are listed below.

Sale-A-Bration Time!

Have you heard the news? Stampin’ Up! just released an exciting new Sale-a-Bration catalog full of rewards! Wait, what? Sale-a-Bration in the fall?

Yes, you hear that right. Don’t worry, you aren’t caught up in some crazy time warp back to January and February – it’s our first time to celebrate Sale-a-Bration twice in one year!

That means, for the first time, you can earn Sale-a-Bration rewards while getting all the gorgeous goodies you need for your Autumn and holiday projects from the newly released July-December Mini Catalog!

Sale-a-Bration is the most popular sale of the year because you get bonus rewards whether you shop, host, or join.

SHOP – Choose exclusive reward stamp sets or other items with each purchase of $50. Earn even bigger rewards when you spend $100.

HOST – Earn IN YOUR WORDS STAMP SET with party sales of $300.

JOIN – Choose $125 in Stampin’ Up! products for only $99! We’ll also throw in a bundle of your choice FROM OUR CURATED LIST.

Check them out now and see which rewards are your favorites. Watch our Sale-A-Bration Intro Video.

Have a beautiful day ~
Stampin’ Hugs, Linda


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From August 3 through September 30th, when you join my team and become a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, you can choose a bundle from our curated list from the new August-December 2021 Mini Catalog to your Starter Kit for FREE.

The customizable Starter Kit is already a fantastic value, so adding an entire bundle from a brand new catalog is the frosting on top of the cake!

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Thank you for joining me today. I’d be happy to answer any questions you may have about Sale-a-bration.

Have a wonderful day ~

Seasons of Fun …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Pumpkins, leaves, and Christmas trees—this time of year is overflowing with fun! 🍁

The Seasons of Fun Stamp Set illustrates the fun-filled festivities that await in autumn and beyond—

Jumping into piles of leaves, trick-or-treating in a cute costume, picking the perfect Christmas tree, and “snow” much more are packed into one stamp set!

Falling for this set? Host a papercrafting party and get it for free! I can come to your home, or we can party “from anywhere” when I set up a special Facebook Party page for you and your guests … just message me and we’ll set something up.

Check out these additional cards created with this cute Host Stamp Set …

Here is the card celebrating the winter season and Christmas …

Thank you for joining me today. I hope you have a wonderful weekend planned, but before you go … Can we set up a date for your party? Message Me.

Halloween POP UP Card …

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Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Enter if you Dare!! Today, I’m sharing the a Fun & Functional Halloween Card … The fun is the POP UP – inside the card a haunted cabin pops up to give you a 3-D effect complete with ghosts!! The functional is the my card serves as a “GIFT CARD” too!

Let’s start with the front of the card … I used the “Cute Halloween” Designer Series paper and Black & White Gingham Ribbon dyed with my Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends Marker.

The inside of the card is created with the “Peaceful Cabin” bundle and the magic of our Blending Brushes … this is illustrated in the video below.

You’ll also see that I used another pattern of the Cute Halloween Designer Paper which creates the pocket you can put your Gift Card into.

In this photo, you will notice I “did not” line the back of my cabin as I showed in the video … I wanted you to see the difference. Here you can see the purples through the cabin … kind of spooky!

Enjoy the video and please let me know if you have any questions …

This fun card is very easy to make … three simple components, the front, the pop up & background and the base in which you can tuck in a Gift Card. Your ghouls and goblins are going to flip for this card!!

The dimensions for the “pop up” section of the card is 3″ by 2-1/4″ … score in 1/2″ incriminates: Score at 1/2″ – 1″ – 1-1/2″ and 2″ … then CUT at 2-1/4″. The 1/4″ edge will be your glue flap that secures the pop up together.

Here is the Fall Special I talked about in my video. Please message me if you have any question. Thank you!!

Thank you for stopping by and spending a part of your day with me. I hope the rest of your day is wonderful ~

TODAY’S STAMPIN’ SUPPLY LIST … If you liked the products used in todays projects, I have links for you below. Just click on the item you would like more information on, or to begin your shopping. It will take you directly to my website. Thank you ♥