Window to the World …

Posted in Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you this fine Friday? It’s warming up a bit and the sun is shining today, and you are ready this blog … so it’s a good day! I’m glad you are here.

Today I want to share a card that I had made in one of my technique classes last year. I don’t usually post items that were done in my clubs or classes … but, I’m having technical difficulties with my camera. And – this is a really cool card!

There are actually 2 techniques used on this card, reverse spotlighting and stamping on window sheets ….

Don’t you just love it! We began by creating a “mask” with the 2-1/2″ circle punch. Once we had our mask, I chose to use the colors of a sunrise, something soft yet would pull your eye directly into the card. Before pulling off the mask, we stamped the birds with “Basic Grey”. I wanted you to see the image, but not over power the sunrise.

Next, we positioned the “Window Sheet” over the card and stamped the tree image onto it using Black StazOn. It really pops … doesn’t it! Using the window sheet gives the card a totally unique dimension.

The card is finished off with the beautiful “Daffodil Delight” Seam binding. I love how easy the seam binding is to use, and the yellow completes the card.

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

ITEM	PRICE	DESCRIPTION
132073	$24.95	Serene Silhouettes – WOOD
127324	$17.95	Serene Silhouettes – CLEAR
114323	$4.95	Window Sheets
120906	$16.95	2-1/2” Circle Punch
101406	$7.95	StazOn Ink Pad
125583	$6.95	Daffodil Delight Seam Binding

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

Thanks so much for stopping by …

Have an awesome day.

4Oct2013

Shake your Halloween Booty …

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

It’s Friday … and it’s time to shake some booty!

Today’s card share is a fun, whimsical Halloween card, and super simple to create. I brought out the fabulous “Bootiful Occasions” Stamp Set found on page 24 of our main catalog. To me, this was one of those “must have” stamp sets. It’s fun, versatile … and who doesn’t love shoes.

Because we’re still on our Halloween themed week – I wanted to showcase fall colors, so I chose the Pumpkin Pie and Basic Black … and added the Elegant Eggplant to make the colors come alive!

If you haven’t guessed by now … here’s another design from our Witches Brew Designer Series Paper. I thought the swirlies (reminds me of the Twilight Zone) worked well with the witches boot. The boot was stamped in Black StazOn (my favorite) and then colored in with our Pumpkin Pie and Elegant Eggplant marks. You have to love that everything coordinates … doesn’t that make life easier.

Well I couldn’t stop there … I “HAD TO” add the beautiful Black Stampin’ Glitter (pg. 20) in the Holiday Catalog… easy to apply with our Two-way Glue pen. I added the Pumpkin Pie 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon, just because I wanted to “girl it up” a bit. And to finish it off … Black Diamonds! Also known as our Rhinestones colored with a black Sharpie!

I did a bit of stampin’ on the inside …

The moon was created with the “Reverse Masking” Technique and a sponge, and my little witchy (who grabbed her boot and flew off) is from the “Halloween Hello” stamp set (pg. 21) in the Holiday Catalog.

I hope you have enjoyed my Halloween week, and have been inspired to create some fun projects with the Witches Brew Designer Series Paper, and the fun stamp sets shown. You can purchase any of these items directly from my website … http://www.lindaluvs.stampinup.net or contact me: lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com … I’d be happy to help you.

So have fun this weekend and don’t forget to shake your “booty”.

Thanks for stopping by.

2Oct2013

Celebrating a creepy Halloween …

Posted in Halloween, Techniques by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you liking the Halloween card share so far? Today I am going to show you the “Joseph’s Coat” technique, with a bit of a twist.

The colors I have chosen to use today are: Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Summer Starfruit, and Whisper White. I am also using the same Designer Paper I used yesterday, from the Witches Brew Designer Series Paper pack.

First thing I did was measure my stamp so I could get the color effect I was looking for. I used a 1 inch strip of white, starfruit and pumpkin and taped them (on backside) together. Make sure they are butted up to each other very tight, with no gaps.

Next, ink up the Halloween greeting stamp from the “Halloween Hello” stamp set with VersaMark™ and stamp it over the multi-color strip of cardstock … then heat emboss with clear embossing powder.

Then, using black ink … ink up your brayer and roll it back and forth over the image until covered evenly. Take a paper towel and whip off excess ink from the embossed area … your greeting will “appear” but will have a “smudgy” look to it. I think it gives it a bit of a “spooky” look, which is perfect for this time of year.

I added the new Pumpkin Pie Chevron Ribbon (130015) to give the card a “pop” of color. To balance out the card I added 3 rhinestones colored with a black Sharpie … then put a pop of Starfruit behind them so they would stand out more.

I’ll be back … tomorrow with another Halloween themed project.

Thanks for stopping by.

29Sep2013

Halloween Kick-off …

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

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful Sunday.

Can you believe that September is almost over, where does the time go?! The passing of September means one thing … Halloween is just around the corner. Those of you, who know me, know that I love Halloween. It appears I’m not the only one, as it is the second most celebrated / decorated holiday of the year (second only to Christmas).

On that note, I want to celebrate Halloween all this week with fun and frightening projects with you. Since it is Sunday … nothing too scary. In fact, it’s fun … you won’t believe where these cute little pumpkins came from!

Get out your Holiday catalog and turn to page 25 … You got it! I used the “Snow Day” stamp set to create my jack-o-lanterns!

Oh yes … you can see it now, can’t you! Isn’t that awesome. How cute is that! I drew the faces and the vines onto my pumpkins … too easy. Now … that is a versatile stamp set!

I also used the new Chalk Marker and some glitter to highlight the facial features (eyes, nose, & mouth) and the Argyle Embossing Folder to create some fun texture.

Did You Know?

The original jack-o’-lanterns were carved from turnips, potatoes or beets. (From the History Channel)

Every October, carved pumpkins peer out from porches and doorsteps in the United States and other parts of the world. Gourd-like orange fruits inscribed with ghoulish faces and illuminated by candles are a sure sign of the Halloween season. The practice of decorating “jack-o’-lanterns”—the name comes from an Irish folktale about a man named Stingy Jack—originated in Ireland, where large turnips and potatoes served as an early canvas. Irish immigrants brought the tradition to America, home of the pumpkin, and it became an integral part of Halloween festivities.

So just a little fun and trivia for you today. Thanks for stopping by!

I’ll have some hauntingly fun cards for you this week, so make sure you stop back.

25Sep2013

Carry-over list and card share …

Posted in Christmas by Linda Schnabel

Hello my stampin’ friends ~

Today I want to share with you the “carry over” stamp sets that are not in the catalog but are still available to order. You guessed it, its Christmas sets! Plus, I’ll share some of the beautiful cards we made last year at my clubs, classes and the annual Holiday retreat!!

CLICK HERE TO VIEW / DOWNLOAD CARRY-OVER LIST

First, is the “Ornament Keepsakes” stamp set (128048 – W / 128051 – C) and the beautiful greetings from “Greetings of the Season” (128030 – W / 128033 – C)

I used the “Coordinations Cardstock as a background, a Cherry Cobbler banner that draws your eye to our focal point … the ornament! I then embellished with scraps (you got it) of the Silver Glimmer Paper (124005) and top it off with those precious “gotta have” Rhinestones (119246)

Next, the fabulous Two-Step Stamp Set, “Evergreen” (127970 – W / 127973 – C) You can make this with Always Artichoke and the NEW Pear Pizzazz or go wild and choose another color scheme!

Last but definitely not least … 2 great samples from the stunning “Snowflake Soiree” (127922 – W / 127925 – C) stamp set. The first is done in a soft neutrals pallet… Early Espresso, Very Vanilla, and Crumb Cake. It’s such a warm greeting for the holiday season. I used a brad from one of my favorite embellishments; “Vintage Brads” to tie the card together!

The second is so simple, yet simply beautiful. A very festive card when done in Whisper White and the simply delicious Cherry Cobbler!

It’s not too early to start thinking about the Christmas cards that you want to share with your friends and family.

If you can’t wait and want to purchase any of the items I shared with you today, just click on the link below to get started.

Thank you so much for stopping by …

I appreciate that you take time out of your busy day to visit me!

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!

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.

9Aug2013

Get your motor running ….

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

Head out on the highway!

Happy Friday stampers … Hope you are all ready for an awesome weekend.

It is suppose to be a beautiful weekend here in Wisconsin … warm and sunny. I’ll be in a meeting on Saturday and creating cards for my upcoming classes on Sunday, but I’ll have my windows open! Sounds like a win – win for me.

For those of you heading out … I got the bike for you! I could say this is a “MAN” card but I have some of my girl friends who ride too. They don’t hop on the back of their husbands Harley – they ride their own. So here’s to all my friends who ride… just be careful!

Notice that the stamping is not straight … that was actually planned (lol). I just hope you don’t mind that my bike can drive over oceans! The fun Designer Series paper I’m using is from “I Am Me” (130138) found on page 151 of the big catalog. That is actually some very versatile paper… great for scrapbooks if your traveling, I love the diagonal lines, and who doesn’t love polka dots! Check it out.

The stamp set I used is “Rev Up the Fun!” (Wood – 130520 / Clear – 130523) and is found on page 51 of the big catalog. It is so cute and fun to use. Great car for the race fan in your family, or gear head (do they still call them that?) You know … guys who love cars!

If you haven’t noticed the glare … that is coming from the “Foil Sheets” (132178 – Silver / 132622 – Gold) found on page 28 of the Holiday Catalog. I wanted to replicate “chrome” and I love the way it turned out. So, just because you find something in the Holiday catalog … doesn’t mean you have to use it for just your holiday stamping. You want to find as many uses for your stampin’ supplies as possible, so I’m happy to share this tip.

So I hope you enjoyed the ride today! Be safe.

Have a fabulous weekend.

3Aug2013

Christmas Card Class Sneek Peek!

Posted in Christmas, Quick -n- Easy, Stampin' Class Announcement by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends!

Well August 1st marked my 2 month anniversary of my blog… so, I checked my stat’s page and was amazed at what I saw! I was not surprised to see the majority of my views were found in the US, but was pleased to see that my blog also reached Australia, Canada and New Zealand! With much anticipation to see what was next, I clicked on the “overall” button, and to my amazement I had reached: China, Germany, Finland, Hungary, Serbia, Japan, Mauritius, United Kingdom, Guam and Hungary!

Stampin’ friends …. I am honored and so grateful that you have enjoyed one or more of my posts. I look forward to sharing more wonderful cards, scrapbook pages, and stampin’ tips with you. Thank you so much … and please keep sharing my blog with your friends. This is so much fun to be part of a world-wide stampin’ community!

Today, I’m sharing a simple but pretty card that is part of a card class I will be doing. The class is centered around the “Season of Style Designer Series Paper Pack and the “Joy to the World” stamp set.

So you my friends get a “Sneak Peek”. I am in the process of writing up the instructions / layouts for my downline so they cans share with their stampin’ groups too.

I will follow up with an e-mail to my club members and anyone else interested in this class. Just put your e-mail address in the comment box and I will get in touch with you!

Have a wonderful weekend.

1Aug2013

Ho… Ho… Ho… the Holiday Catalog is HERE!

Posted in Christmas by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampin’ Friends ~

Today the Holiday Catalog is finally here to purchase from. If you have a big “Wish List” consider hosting a workshop, and I will help you get some of those items for free!

If your looking for ideas for your Christmas cards, I’ll be hosting the “Christmas in July… Opps August Stamp Camp”. You’ll make 10 cards that include envelopes for you to stamp. Save the Date: Monday, August 26th! Details will be coming to you via e-mail. If I don’t have your e-mail address, please send it to me @ lindaluvs2stamp@aol.com

So, you’ve seen a sneak peek of the Holiday Catalog with the fall and halloween cards the past few days, so what’s next, but the big guy!

Trust me when I say … It didn’t take much to put this card together. If you’re looking for a quick way to make cards, you will want the “Season of Style” Designer Series Paper pack (132181) on page 22 of the Holiday catalog. There are 48 sheets / 24 of each – double sided. Just trim the sheet to 4 x 5-1/4″ for the background, and you’ll have nice size left overs to add inside your card or decorate to coordinate the envelope!

Our sweet little Santa comes from the stamp set “Santa’s List”. (Wood – 131808 / Clear – 131811). Although you could use the coordinating word stamps that are included in this set … I used the Naughty or Nice from the “Very Merry Tags” stamp set (Wood – 130393 / Clear – 130402). The Very Merry Tags should definitely be on your wish list … it is too cute and truly says it all! Hmmm …. I think I’ll run back down into my stampin’ studio and stamp the ” I ♥ Santa” image onto the back of my card!

You can shop anytime by clicking on the “Shop Now” link above or you can contact me… I’m here to help. The additional products used to create this card were the Decorative Label Punch (120907) and the 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon (126848) Gumball Green. Cardstock colors are: Whisper White / Cherry Cobbler / and Gumball Green.

By the way … What color are Santa’s gloves??? Red?? White?? Black?? What do you think?

Enjoy your day ~

5Jul2013

Congratulations …

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

Hello Stampers …

Wow… can’t believe it’s Friday already. I hope you have the day off for holiday.

Update on Mom … everything is stabilized and she will be coming home today. Thank you so much for the prayers and well wishes – I really appreciate your concern, it’s so sweet of you, and you really cheered Mom up.

Today I am sharing another card I made using the RMHC (Ronald McDonald House Charities) 2013-14 exclusive stamp set “TAG IT”. Oh my gosh, this set is so cute… so I’ll be sure to post more for you.

The “TAG IT” stamp set coordinated with the Chalk Talk Framelit dies, adding a nice touch to this set.

I went a bit bold with my color pallet today, I figure that if your sending out congratulations, you may as well say it loud, and say it proud! Maybe these are someones school colors!!

The trophy was heat embossing with Iridescent Ice embossing powder and the new Daffodil Delight ink pad (no need for an additional ink pad anymore)!

The background was embossed with the Big Shot and stripe folder. I also used the Simply Stars stamp set that I used on yesterday’s holiday card!!

The Daffodil embellishments on the bottom of the card are the “new” Candy Dots … aren’t they cute! I just love them.

……………………….TAG IT ………………………………….

…………………..SIMPLY STARS………………………..

Here is a complete list of supplies:

Stamp Sets:

TAG IT (W-130300 / C-130303)

Simply Stars (W-130889 / C-130892)

Cardstock: Daffodil Delight – 119683 / Whisper White – 100730 / Pacific Point – 111350

Ink – Daffodil Delight -126944 / Pacific Point – 126951

Heat Gun – 129053 / Iridescent Ice Embossing Powder – 101930

Candy Dots: Brights – 130931 (Daffodil Delight)

Remember… for each “TAG IT” Stamp Set sold, Stampin’ Up! donates $3 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities. My personal goal is to sell 100 this year.

You can shop 24-7 from my on-line store by clicking the link below… or feel free to contact me.

I appreciate you stopping by to see my post today.

Have an awesome weekend!

4Jul2013

A time for Celebration …

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

Hello Stampers …

Happy 4th of July! Hope you are enjoying this beautiful day.

My apologies for the lateness of the post … I spent most of yesterday at the hospital with my Mom. She was admitted for an irregular heart beat and blood pressure. They got the blood pressure stabilized but not the heart beat. I will be going back up today, and will keep you posted.

In honor of the July 4th celebrations… I have created a quick -n- easy card for you!

I used the new stamp set “Simply Stars”. I love stars, I find them so versatile – they are great for almost any occasion. I stamped them with the White Craft Ink and then embossed them… it was done on a single sheet of cardstock and then cut into the three pieces.

The reflection of the star was created by stamping it directly onto the cardstock in Real Red Ink and then stamping and cutting out the Navy star … I popped it up using the Stampin’ Dimensionals.

Here is a complete list of supplies:

Stamp Sets:

Simply Stars (W-130889 / C-130892)

Make a Wish (W-131928 / C-129222)

Cardstock: Real Red – 102482 / Whisper White – 100730 / Night of Navy – 100867

Whisper White Craft Ink – 101731

White Embossing Powder – 109132

Heat Gun – 129053

You can shop 24-7 from my on-line store by clicking the link below… or feel free to contact me.

Have a great day and thanks for stopping by …

1Jul2013

New Stamp Set Parade … Day 7

Posted in Get Well Cards, New Product Intro / Video by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampers …

I’m so grateful to be kickin’ off this brand new week (and July) with you!

This is the last of my new stamp set parade but definitely not the least! I am honored to introduce you to this years “Ronald McDonald” exclusive stamp set.

Stampin’ Up! has partnered with the Ronald McDonald House Charities in which Stampin’ Up! and demonstrators donate their time and money. To date, we’ve contributed over $1 Million dollars.

Ronald McDonald House Charities help families who have children with serious illnesses. We all have a giving heart, join us in making a difference for them. With each stamp set sold, Stampin’ Up! donates $3 towards RMCH. Please help me, help them, as I would like to sell 100 sets this year!

Today’s featured stamp set is: TAG IT

I think this is one of my favorite cards that I have posted throughout this stamp parade. We have all been touched by someone who is sick, and it’s so rewarding to bring a smile to their face with a cute card.

A little secret … if I was to do this card again, I think I would BigShot the gray with the Perfect Polka Dot Embossing Folder (117335).

Here is a complete list of supplies:

Stamp Set: TAG IT (W-130300 / C-130303)

Chalk Talk Framelits (129983) Coordinates with Tag It stamp set and more!

BigShot (113439)

Cardstocks: Basic Black (121045)/ Whisper White (100730) / Basic Gray (121044) and Real Red (102482)

Polka Dot Parade Designer Series Paper (126902)

Ink: Black StazOn® (101406)

Real Red Marker (100052)

Candy Dots: Basic Gray (130934) Just one of 10 colors in the Neutrals Collection

I hope you take a minute to go to my on-line store (click on link below) or contact me, and purchase this cute stamp set. Let’s set in motion a united front of giving to this wonderful charity.

You can shop 24-7 from my on-line store by clicking the link below… or feel free to contact me.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Have a great week ~

30Jun2013

New Stamp Set Parade … Day 6

Posted in New Product Intro / Video, Punch Ideas, Quick -n- Easy, Wedding by Linda Schnabel

Hello Stampers …

and a Happy Sunday to you. Looks like we are in for a beautiful day today (and tomorrow too) before it gets hot and sticky again.

Today our card will be the 6^th out of our 7 day new stamp set parade. Or … should I say cards! I am showing you two versions of the wedding card I created. Each will highlight one new In-Color; Crisp Cantaloupe and Coastal Cabana!

Today’s featured stamp set is: LABEL LOVE

I have posted a couple samples using Label Love before, because it is very versatile. That makes card making a whole lot easier and cost effective… one set, many different cards!

Here is a complete list of supplies:

Stamp Set: LABEL LOVE (W-130619 / C-130622)

Artisan Label Punch (130920) Coordinates with stamp set

SAVE 15% WHEN YOU BUNDLE… the stamp set & punch (W-132723 / C-132722)

BigShot (113439) / Beautifully Baroque Folder (130917)

Punches: Elegant Butterfly (127526) and Bitty Butterfly (129406)

Glue Dots (103683) to adhere the “butterflies”

Basic Pearls (119247) to embellish the “butterflies and ribbon on Cabana Card”

The pearls were used on the Coastal Cabana card to accent the ribbon and draw your attention to the greeting.

Cardstocks: Coastal Cabana (131297) and Whisper White (100730)

Ink: Coastal Cabana (131175)

Ribbon: 3/8″ Ruffle Stretch Trim – Coastal Cabana (130024)

The pearls used on the Crisp Cantaloupe are delicately placed to highlight the embossing and then onto the greeting as a focal point.

Cardstocks: Crisp Cantaloupe (131298) and Whisper White (100730)

Ink: Crisp Cantaloupe (131176)

Ribbon: 3/8″ Whisper White Taffeta Ribbon (109070)

You can shop 24-7 from my on-line store by clicking the link below… or feel free to contact me.

Have a great day and thanks for stopping by …

29Jun2013

New Stamp Set Parade … Day 5

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

Hello Stampers ~

The weekend is upon us and I have a cute card to share with you today. I fell in love with this set the minute I opened up the new 2013-14 Catalog … not sure if it was the little coffee cup, the heart or the gingham, but I love it!

I cased (Copy And Share Everything) this card from a fellow demonstrator: Michele Reynolds, and then added my own twist to it. It was cute and quick and easy to make … just what my stampers want! Thanks Michele for the inspiration.

Today’s featured stamp set is: KIND & COZY

How cute and simple! This is a great card to send to a friend and say… “let’s get together”!

So I challenge you to go to page 82 in your catalog and not fall in love with this set! ♥ If you are looking for more ideas / samples for this stamp set … Don’t forget to RSVP to my Hostess / Customer Appreciation Party. I’d love to have you join us, and will send you full details.

Here is a complete list of supplies:

Stamp Set: KIND & COZY (W-129123 / C-129126)

PUNCHES: Small Heart (117193)

Cardstocks: Basic Black (121045) / Whisper White (120953) / Melon Mambo (115320)

“GINGHAM GARDEN” Designer Series Paper (129310) Coordinates with Kind & Cozy Stamp Set

Ink Pads: Melon Mambo (126948) / Black StazOn (101406)

Ribbon: 1/8″ Black Taffeta (119261)

Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430)

Rhinestones (119246)

STAMPIN’ TIP: Use a “Sharpie” to color you Rhinestones and create a multitude of gems!

If you need any of the supplies listed, you may shop 24-7 by clicking the link below.

Thank you for stopping by…

and I would love to hear what you think about our card today.

Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you this fine Friday? It’s warming up a bit and the sun is shining today, and you are ready this blog … so it’s a good day! I’m glad you are here.

Today I want to share a card that I had made in one of my technique classes last year. I don’t usually post items that were done in my clubs or classes … but, I’m having technical difficulties with my camera. And – this is a really cool card!

There are actually 2 techniques used on this card, reverse spotlighting and stamping on window sheets ….

Next, we positioned the “Window Sheet” over the card and stamped the tree image onto it using Black StazOn. It really pops … doesn’t it! Using the window sheet gives the card a totally unique dimension.

The card is finished off with the beautiful “Daffodil Delight” Seam binding. I love how easy the seam binding is to use, and the yellow completes the card.

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

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

Thanks so much for stopping by …

Have an awesome day.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

It’s Friday … and it’s time to shake some booty!

Today’s card share is a fun, whimsical Halloween card, and super simple to create. I brought out the fabulous “Bootiful Occasions” Stamp Set found on page 24 of our main catalog. To me, this was one of those “must have” stamp sets. It’s fun, versatile … and who doesn’t love shoes.

Because we’re still on our Halloween themed week – I wanted to showcase fall colors, so I chose the Pumpkin Pie and Basic Black … and added the Elegant Eggplant to make the colors come alive!

I did a bit of stampin’ on the inside …

The moon was created with the “Reverse Masking” Technique and a sponge, and my little witchy (who grabbed her boot and flew off) is from the “Halloween Hello” stamp set (pg. 21) in the Holiday Catalog.

So have fun this weekend and don’t forget to shake your “booty”.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

How are you liking the Halloween card share so far? Today I am going to show you the “Joseph’s Coat” technique, with a bit of a twist.

The colors I have chosen to use today are: Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie, Summer Starfruit, and Whisper White. I am also using the same Designer Paper I used yesterday, from the Witches Brew Designer Series Paper pack.

First thing I did was measure my stamp so I could get the color effect I was looking for. I used a 1 inch strip of white, starfruit and pumpkin and taped them (on backside) together. Make sure they are butted up to each other very tight, with no gaps.

Next, ink up the Halloween greeting stamp from the “Halloween Hello” stamp set with VersaMark™ and stamp it over the multi-color strip of cardstock … then heat emboss with clear embossing powder.

I added the new Pumpkin Pie Chevron Ribbon (130015) to give the card a “pop” of color. To balance out the card I added 3 rhinestones colored with a black Sharpie … then put a pop of Starfruit behind them so they would stand out more.

I’ll be back … tomorrow with another Halloween themed project.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends,

Hope you are enjoying this beautiful Sunday.

On that note, I want to celebrate Halloween all this week with fun and frightening projects with you. Since it is Sunday … nothing too scary. In fact, it’s fun … you won’t believe where these cute little pumpkins came from!

Get out your Holiday catalog and turn to page 25 … You got it! I used the “Snow Day” stamp set to create my jack-o-lanterns!

Oh yes … you can see it now, can’t you! Isn’t that awesome. How cute is that! I drew the faces and the vines onto my pumpkins … too easy. Now … that is a versatile stamp set!

I also used the new Chalk Marker and some glitter to highlight the facial features (eyes, nose, & mouth) and the Argyle Embossing Folder to create some fun texture.

Did You Know?

The original jack-o’-lanterns were carved from turnips, potatoes or beets. (From the History Channel)

So just a little fun and trivia for you today. Thanks for stopping by!

I’ll have some hauntingly fun cards for you this week, so make sure you stop back.

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Hello my stampin’ friends ~

Today I want to share with you the “carry over” stamp sets that are not in the catalog but are still available to order. You guessed it, its Christmas sets! Plus, I’ll share some of the beautiful cards we made last year at my clubs, classes and the annual Holiday retreat!!

First, is the “Ornament Keepsakes” stamp set (128048 – W / 128051 – C) and the beautiful greetings from “Greetings of the Season” (128030 – W / 128033 – C)

I used the “Coordinations Cardstock as a background, a Cherry Cobbler banner that draws your eye to our focal point … the ornament! I then embellished with scraps (you got it) of the Silver Glimmer Paper (124005) and top it off with those precious “gotta have” Rhinestones (119246)

Next, the fabulous Two-Step Stamp Set, “Evergreen” (127970 – W / 127973 – C) You can make this with Always Artichoke and the NEW Pear Pizzazz or go wild and choose another color scheme!

The second is so simple, yet simply beautiful. A very festive card when done in Whisper White and the simply delicious Cherry Cobbler!

It’s not too early to start thinking about the Christmas cards that you want to share with your friends and family.

If you can’t wait and want to purchase any of the items I shared with you today, just click on the link below to get started.

Thank you so much for stopping by …

I appreciate that you take time out of your busy day to visit me!

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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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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Head out on the highway!

Happy Friday stampers … Hope you are all ready for an awesome weekend.

It is suppose to be a beautiful weekend here in Wisconsin … warm and sunny. I’ll be in a meeting on Saturday and creating cards for my upcoming classes on Sunday, but I’ll have my windows open! Sounds like a win – win for me.

For those of you heading out … I got the bike for you! I could say this is a “MAN” card but I have some of my girl friends who ride too. They don’t hop on the back of their husbands Harley – they ride their own. So here’s to all my friends who ride… just be careful!

The stamp set I used is “Rev Up the Fun!” (Wood – 130520 / Clear – 130523) and is found on page 51 of the big catalog. It is so cute and fun to use. Great car for the race fan in your family, or gear head (do they still call them that?) You know … guys who love cars!

So I hope you enjoyed the ride today! Be safe.

Have a fabulous weekend.

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Hello Stampin’ Friends!

Today, I’m sharing a simple but pretty card that is part of a card class I will be doing. The class is centered around the “Season of Style Designer Series Paper Pack and the “Joy to the World” stamp set.