April 30, 2023

In Color Bookmarks

Are you ready for a glimpse of the five new In-Colors that are in the 2023-2024 Annual Idea Book and Catalog?

Introducing . . . . Copper Clay, Wild Wheat, Boho Blue, Moody Mauve, and Pebbled Path.  Which of these do you thing will become your favorite??

I made several of these to include with the new catalogs.  If you have not received your new catalog yet, message me and I will be sure you get one!!

Cardstock: Copper Clay, Wild Wheat, Moody Mauve. 

Boho Blue, Pebbled Path, Basic White

Ink: Copper Clay, Wild Wheat, Moody Mauve. 

Boho Blue, Pebbled Path, 

Accessories:  Petal Park Builder Punch, 

2023-2025 In Color Dots

I had a great day stamping with friends yesterday.  It was good to see all of them and catch up!!  I came home and sat down to finally watch a Cubs game on TV and promptly fell asleep so I missed the whole game!!  Oh well . . . I must have needed the sleep.  Today's agenda includes some stamping and attending the first of a few graduation parties this afternoon.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 29, 2023

April Paper Pumpkin

I had some time yesterday afternoon so decided to stamp up this month's Paper Pumpkin cards and I am certainly glad that I did.

The cards have shimmery accents printed on the layers that are so pretty!

The April Paper Pumpkin Kit contained everything needed to create the cards including the exclusive All The Little Things photopolymer stamp set, a Shaded Spruce ink spot, and adhesives!

The fancy sentiment layering on this card is pretty cool and I love the message it conveys.

The flowers on this card are so pretty!!

The shimmery flowers and the embellishments are so pretty.

This pretty kit was called All The Little Things and it created 9 cards with coordinating envelopes!  What a deal!!

As soon as I am done posting this I am going to get ready to go spend the day stamping with friends.  It has been a while since we have spent the day stamping so am looking forward to seeing everyone and catching up!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!! 

Happy Stamping!!

April 28, 2023

Nature's Prints

Today I have used the Nature's Prints stamp set and dies along with the coordinating designer series paper, Sun Prints to make this card to share with you.  The Nature's Prints stamps and dies will be in the new catalog but the designer series paper will be retiring on Monday.

I started out by cutting the designer series paper and then cutting it into three pieces so that they would like one big piece of paper, but then when I was carrying them all into the living room to stuff them into envelopes for Monday night I promptly dropped them all over.  rather than sort them all out again I decided to just use three random pieces and I think I really kind of like it that way.

Stamps: Nature's Print

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Sun Prints (Retiring)

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories:  Nature's Prints Dies, Simply Elegant Trim, Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Oh, Happy Day!!  After seven dental visits over the course of six months, I can finally say that my crown is done and that side of my mouth feels normal again!!!  I didn't get home till mid-afternoon so I spent the rest of the day getting caught up on my card sending and some bookwork.  I hope to finish the book work today and spend a little time in my stamping room this afternoon.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 27, 2023

Petal Park

Today I have used my favorite color combination, purple and green, as well as the stamp set and punch, Petal Park, to make this card to share with you.  This is one of the cards that everyone made on Monday night.

I stamped the flowers using full-strength Gorgeous Grape and then just stamped a second set so they would be a little bit lighter.  I love the way they turned out.  This is the first time I have used this stamp set without using the outlines of the flowers.  I think I like them better this way!

Stamps: Petal Park, Sentimental Park

Cardstock: Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Basic White

Ink: Gorgeous Grape, Garden Green

Accessories:  Petal Park Builder punch, Pastel Pearls (SOLD OUT),

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today brings yet another dental appointment to try and get my crown finally delivered.  This has been an extremely lengthy process for a simple crown.  I hope today I can finally say it is done.  I intend to be home in enough time to be able to stamp some this afternoon . . . or at least listen to the ballgame.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 26, 2023

Best Day

Today I am using the retiring stamp set, Best Day, to make this card to share with you.  I am sure sad to see this stamp set retire at the end of the month.

The Layering Circles Dies are another product I will be sad to see leave, although they have been around for a very long time!!  I do love being able to put a scalloped circle behind the main sentiment piece. But I am sure they will come out with something new that I will love equally as well.

Stamps: Best Day (Retiring)

Cardstock: Pale Papaya  (Retiring), Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Flowers & More  (Retiring)

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Blends:  Pale Papaya Combo Pack (Retiring), Crumb Cake Combo Pack, Daffodil Delight Combo Pack, Fresh Freesia Combo Pack

Accessories:  Layering Circles (Retiring), 

Pale Papaya 3/8" Open Weave Ribbon (Retiring), 

Stampin' Dimensionals

We had a great day yesterday, the two littles and I.  We went to a Dollar and a Quarter Store, Hy-Vee, had lunch and played in the Play Place at Burger King, and picked up some more baby chicks at a Tractor Supply store.  When Hanna and the bigs got home from school we headed off to the Imax Theater in Waukee for a movie and supper.  A new experience for me to be sure!!  And the food was excellent!!

It has been a long time since I have seen a movie in a movie theater . . . boy have they changed!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 25, 2023

Best Butterflies

Today I have a card to share with you made with a set of dies that is soon to retire . . . . the  Build a Butterfly Dies.  I have also used the stamp set, Best Butterflies, although it is sold out.

The butterfly wings make the best bows . . . .think of the possibilities!!!  Although the Best Butterflies stamp set is sold out you could make the patterns on the presents with just about any patterned stamps!!  You better get your dies while they are still available.

Stamps: Best Butterflies (SOLD OUT)

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Bermuda Bay (SOLD OUT), Pool Party, Parakeet Party, Granny Apple Green, Gorgeous Grape, Highland Heather, Basic White

Ink: Granny Apple Green, Gorgeous Grape, Bermuda Bay (SOLD OUT)

Accessories:  Build a Butterfly Dies (Retiring), 

Stripes & Splatters 3D Embossing Folders, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Here is my view this morning . . . 

We are practicing being a scarecrow!!  And seeing how long we can hold that pose . . . good thing it is them rather than me . . . I would be a scarecrow on the ground!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 24, 2023

Playing in the Rain

Today I am sharing a fun fold card that my friend, Luetta, did at one of her stamp events.  It uses the stamp set, Playing in the Rain and the coordinating dies set, Playing in the Rain.

This turtle guy is so cute . . . I am so glad that this set is carrying over to the new catalog!!  

As you can see, this is a fun fold card with the middle opening up like an accordion.  The bottom two layers, the Mint Macaron and the So Saffron are just flat layers that do not open.  Fun card for spring.

Stamps: Playing in the Rain

Cardstock: Mint Macaron (Retiring), So Saffron (Retiring), Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Happy Forest Friends (Retiring),

Ink: Memento Black, Calypso Coral

Stampin' Blends:  Mint Macaron Combo Pack (Retiring), Calypso Coral Combo Pack, 

Daffodil Delight Combo Pack

Accessories:  Playing in the Rain Dies, Double Oval Punch, Loose Daisy Embellishments, 

Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today will bring some stampin' this morning, Make-It-Monday this afternoon and early evening, and possibly a trip to Adel when I am done with that.  Gigi gets to spend the day with just Juli tomorrow as they have kindergarten screening for incoming kindergartners so he doesn't have school today or tomorrow.  Not sure what we will do but I am sure it will be fun!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 23, 2023

Taco Fiesta

Today I am sharing a card made with the Taco Fiesta stamp set.  I think this is one of the cards that we made on the cruise back in February.

There is quite a bit of coloring on this card but I do think it turned out really cute!!!  This stamp set was not even on my radar until I made a few cards with it at various events.  It is one of the January-June 2023 Mini Catalog stamp sets that is carrying over to the Annual 2023-2024 Idea Book and Catalog.

As you can see this is a fun fold card, opening at both the top and the bottom.  I love the face and mustache on the taco man!!

Stamps: Taco Fiesta

Cardstock: Poppy Parade, Basic Black, Basic White

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Blends:  Poppy Parade Combo Pack, Daffodil Delight Combo Pack, Parakeet Party Combo Pack

Accessories: Black & White 1/4" Gingham Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots, 

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

A late post today . . . I got busy cutting cardstock for Make-It-Monday tomorrow night and kind of forgot about posting!!  But at least everything is all ready to go for tomorrow night . . . now I can just sit and listen to the ball game and relax!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 22, 2023

Good Feelings

Bermuda Bay has always been one of my favorite colors so I had to use it one last time before it totally retires at the end of the month.  Most Bermuda Bay supplies have already sold out, so many other people must like it as well.

This is another go-to layout that I have used for almost 20 years.  In fact, I think the first card I ever made on my own used this layout. It is timeless.  Do you have a favorite go-to layout that you like to use?

Stamps: Good Feelings

Cardstock: Bermuda Bay (RETIRING--SOLD OUT), Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Brights 6" X 6"   (RETIRING--SOLD OUT)

Ink: Bermuda Bay (RETIRING--SOLD OUT)

Accessories:  Basics 3D Embossing Folders, Decorative  Circle Punch, 

2022-2024 In Color Baker's Twine Pack, Glossy Dots Assortment, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

What is that white stuff falling from the sky??  It is almost the end of April for crying out loud!!  That just means I will have to wear a jacket on my outing with my friend, Luetta, as we run errands and find lunch somewhere!!  Come on Spring!!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 21, 2023

Cottage Rose

Today I am using the retiring and now sold-out stamp set, Cottage Rose to make this card to share with you.

Once again this is a layout I use frequently but it looks totally different depending on the size and shape of the four accent pieces as well as the design and color of the card.  A perfect layout to add to your idea book to use when you are struggling with an idea.

Stamps: Cottage Rose (RETIRING--SOLD OUT)

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Mint Macaron, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Country Gingham (Retiring)

Ink: Mint Macaron (RETIRING--SOLD OUT))

Accessories:  Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder, Rectangular Poatage Stamp Punch (retiring) 

Rhinestone Basic Jewels, Stampin' Dimensionals

After an early morning appointment yesterday I came home and got started right away sorting in my stamp room and totally forgot about making a post, so today I thought I would do it before I got started in my room.  I am just about done pulling retired stuff from the shelves and let me tell you I have QUITE a pile for my garage sale!!  Since I am getting this done earlier this year the garage sale will be earlier as well . . . .in June sometime.  I am hoping it will not be as HOT then!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 19, 2023

Charming Sentiments

Today I have used the stamp set, Charming Sentiments, along with the coordinating die set, Sentiment Silhouettes, to make this card to share with you.

There is a lot of designer series paper on this card but I love the way they all work together.  And Mango Melody is a color I wished I had used more of when it was a current color . . .  but alas . . . it will be going away at the end of the month.  You had best get some while you can!!

Stamps:  Charming Sentiments

Cardstock: Mango Melody (retiring), Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Regency Park (retiring)

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories:  Sentiment Silhouettes Dies, Solid Faceted Gems (retiring), 

Stampin' Dimensionals

I am making great progress in getting my stamp room changed over from the 2022-2023  catalog to the 2023-2024 catalog.  Yesterday I got all of the ink pads, markers, and Stampin' Blends labeled and organized on my shelves.  Today I am hoping to tackle the cardstock and designer series papers and maybe start on the stamps and dies.  We shall see how far I get!!

 

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 18, 2023

Fragrant Flowers

Today I am using some retiring products . . . Fragrant Flowers stamp set, Fun Flower Resin Shapes, and Butterfly Kisses Designer Series Paper . . . to make this card to share with you.

This is a layout that you probably recognize because I use it quite often.  It is perfect when you have small pieces of DSP and want to use them up.  I have also used the On-Line Exclusive product, 3D Basics Embossing Folders.  The Polka Dot pattern in a pretty cool one!!!

Stamps: Fragrant Flowers

Cardstock: Calypso Coral, Night of Navy, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Butterfly Kisses

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories:  Stylish Shapes Dies, Layering Circles Dies, 

Basics 3D Embossing Folders, 

Fun Flowers Resin Shapes (retiring), 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Another beautiful day . . . another day with a totally free agenda!  I am loving being all caught up with everything and actually planning ahead so that if I get super busy with stuff other than stamping again a lot of stuff is already done.  A win-win!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 17, 2023

Limited Edition

Today I am using a soon-to-retire stamp set, Limited Edition, to make this card to share with you.  Unfortunately, this stamp set is now sold out.

This is a fun combination of pastel colors that really makes me think of spring!  And the sentiment goes along with my thinking that "A handmade card is just a hug with a fold in the middle!"

Stamps: Limited Edition (no longer available)

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Highland Heather, Fresh Freesia, 

Balmy Blue, Pool Party, Basic White

Ink: Highland Heather

Accessories:  Stylish Shapes, Stripes & Splatters 3D Embossing Folders, 

Glossy Dots Assortment, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

The weekend was a huge success and I even had energy when I got home around noon to cut cardstock and get everything ready to go for this week's Cards in the Mail.  Today I need to finish my book for Zoom Family Book Club tonight.  It is a great book, I just have been busy with other things lately so hopefully I can get it finished.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 16, 2023

Something Fancy

Today I am sharing with you one of the projects we made while on the stamping cruise in February with Tina.

This was a set of cards all made . . . would you believe it . . . using the designer series paper in the masculine suite . . . Ready to Ride!

One of the patterns was this beautiful black glossy embossed rose pattern that works perfectly for these all occasion cards.

The Quatrefoil Embossing Folder added enough texture without overpowering the rest of the cards.

And . . . here are all four of the cards together.  These would make a great gift for those hard to buy for Mothers on Mother's Day.

Stamps: Something Fancy

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, So Saffron (retiring), Smoky Slate, 

Basic Black, Basic White, Silver Foil

Designer Series Paper: Ready To Ride

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories:  Quatrefoil Embossing Folder, Enamel Essential Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Our trip to the light show at the zoo last night got canceled because of the rain and colder weather . . . .at least canceled for us!!  I guess that just means I need to make another trip to Adel before the end of May.  I think I can do that!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 15, 2023

Something Fancy

Today I have used the sentiment Something Fancy along with the coordinating Something Fancy dies to make this sympathy card to share with you.

Do you have scraps of designer series paper laying around on your stamp table?  This would be a great layout to use up some of them.  It would work for any occasion or with any sentiment.  I am sure you have some embellishments laying around that would work as well.

Stamps: Something Fancy

Cardstock: Mint Macaron (retiring), Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Delicate Dessert (retiring)

Ink: Mint Macaron (retiring)

Accessories:  Something Fancy Dies, Adhesive Backed Studs (retiring), 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Well everyone survived the overnight and the house is still standing.  We even walked to the local ice cream shop after supper last night.  I don't know how everyone slept through the loud thunder, but they seemed to.  Hanna and Jake will be home soon . . . .we will see what the rest of the day brings.

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 14, 2023

Something Fancy

Today I have again used the Two Tone Floral Dies and the Something Fancy stamp set to make this card to share with you.

If you think this card looks familiar or like the one I shared yesterday you would be right.  This is the reverse image of the piece I brushed with color yesterday.  A twofer!  Super simple way to get two cards very easily!

Here are the two cards side by side . . . very similar but yet quite different.  Which one is your favorite?

Stamps: Something Fancy

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Basic White

Ink: Old Olive, Polished Pink (retiring), Mango Melody (retiring), Fresh Freesia

Accessories:  Something Fancy Dies, Two Tone Floral Dies, 

Blending Brushes, Parakeet Party 1/8" Metallic Ribbon

Stampin' Dimensionals

Wow . . . .I feel like yesterday I got caught up on everything that had to be done and actually am swimming now . . . not just keeping my head above water!!  A good feeling to be sure.

Today I am headed to Adel to stay with the kids tonight while Jake and Hanna are gone overnight.  I think we are planning on walking to the ice cream shop after dinner and having a slumber party on the toy room floor.  I am sure this Gigi will sleep well tonight!  I just hope I hear them if they need anything in the night.  LOL

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 13, 2023

Something Fancy

Today I have used the Something Fancy stamp set along with a couple of die sets, Something Fancy Dies and Two Tone Floral Dies to make this card to share with you.

My Small Blending Brushes certainly got a workout at Make-It-Monday this week.  This card is so easy to make . . . you simply brush color where ever you want it on the Two Tone Floral Die.  I did use a small dab of adhesive to keep it in place while I was brushing . . . it made it easier since it had a tendency to slide around while I was brushing.  Add a sentiment and you are good to go!!

Stamps: Something Fancy

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Basic White

Ink: Old Olive, Polished Pink (retiring), Mango Melody (retiring), Fresh Freesia

Accessories:  Something Fancy Dies, Two Tone Floral Dies, 

Blending Brushes, Old Olive & Sahara sand Twill Ribbon Combo (retiring), 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Can we just stop time and keep the weather we are having right now???  Well maybe not stop time but at least keep the weather!!  I am certainly enjoying the crop pants and sandals!!  

Today's agenda brings more of the same . . . stamping, organizing, and reading!!

Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!

April 12, 2023

Naturally Gilded Designer Series Paper

Today I am using the Online Exclusive Product, Naturally Gilded Designer Series Paper, to make this card to share with you.

This card was so fun to make and was so easy when broken down into small steps.  I started by making my own mask using the Brilliant Wings Dies.  I laid this over the Naturally Gilded Designer Series Paper, positioning the butterflies where I wanted them.  I used the Small Blending Brushes to start by brushing some Early Espresso down the center of each butterfly and around the edges of some of the wings.  I then took some Daffodil Delight ink and added it to other spots on the butterflies.  I finished brushing the butterflies by using  Soft Suede ink.  I  thought there was a pretty stark contrast between the designer series paper and the black cardstock so I took the larger Blending Brush and brushed some Basic Gray on the edges of the paper.  Lastly, I took a slightly damp paper towel and rubbed it all over the Designer Series Paper to remove any ink that was laying on the embossed images.  It really made the gold flowers pop!!

Cardstock: Soft Suede (Retiring), Basic Black, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Naturally Gulded, Gold & Rose Gold Metallic Specialty Paper (Retiring)

Ink: Early Espresso, Soft Suede (Retiring), Basic Gray, Daffodil Delight

Accessories:  Brilliant Wings (Retiring), 

Blending Brushes, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door for an appointment to have my vehicle serviced and pick up a few items in Iowa City.  When I get home I am hoping stamping and organizing are on my agenda for this afternoon.  Every day is a gift . . . make the most of the gift you have been given today!!

Happy Stamping!!