March 18, 2022

Flowering Tulips

Today I have used the stamp set, Flowering Tulips, and the Butterflies & Flowers Layering Decorative Masks to make this card to share with you.  I am telling you right now that Post-It-Notes will be your best friend when making this card.

I absolutely love how this card turned out!  But I do have a couple of tips for you.  The first tip I have for you once you get your mask positioned where you would want it, is to put Post-It-Notes all around the area so that you do not accidentally brush color someplace you do not want it.  Check it a couple of times, because it is so easy to miss some!!  Ask me how I know!!  LOL   The second tip is to stamp your sentiment first so that you can get the positioning of the flowers just right.  The first time I stamped this card I did not have room for my sentiment after I had perfectly brushed flowers.  Other than those two things, it is a pretty easy card to make!!

Stamps: Flowering Tulips

Cardstock: Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape, Basic White

Ink: Highland Heather, Gorgeous Grape

Accessories:  Butterflies & Flowers Layering Decorative Masks, 

Blending Brushes, Gorgeous Grape 3/8" Sheer Ribbon, 

Mini Glue Dots

Well . . . .yesterday didn't go quite as planned for the Hawkeyes . . . but I am still a die-hard fan, no matter what.  Today is going to bring a little more basketball, a little stamping, and a little stitching.  I am hoping to get the next two weeks of Cards in the Mail, cut, assembled, and in envelopes before Monday.

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 17, 2022

Amazing Silhouettes

Well, it isn't a St. Patrick's Day card but at least it is green!!  Today I have used the Amazing Silhouettes stamp set and the coordinating dies, Amazing Thanks, to create this card to share with you.

 

I am lovin' the reverse image, negative space stamp sets that are in the January-June 2022 Mini Catalog.  It is a look that you can achieve by embossing an image in clear or white embossing powder and then sponging around, but this stamp set is much easier!!  Adhering the Amazing Thanks dies together is a little tedious, but again I love the look.  And you can not see them in the photo but there are some Holiday Rhinestone Jewels on the leafy part of the card.  This is a card that I took to an event backing January and I made 30 of them in a  pretty short amount of time.

Stamps: Amazing Silhouettes

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Heart & Home

Ink: Garden Green

Accessories:  Amazing Thanks Dies, Holiday Rhinestone Jewels, 

Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

Today looks to be another beautiful day . . . I am planning on being out and about some before I am grounded next week.

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 16, 2022

Waves of Inspiration

Today I have used the sneak peek stamp set, Waves of Inspiration, to make this masculine birthday card to share with you.  This is also one of the cards that everyone made Monday night at Make-It-Monday.

I love the look of the two-tone wave because after all ocean waves are not all one color.  I inked up the stamp with Coastal Cabana ink and then took a blending brush with some Night of Navy ink on it and pounced all over the wave.  I think the effect is pretty wave-like, don't you?

Stamps: Waves of Inspiration

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Pacific Point, Basic White 

Ink: Coastal Cabana, Night of Navy, Early Espresso

Accessories:  Stamparatus, Blending Brushes, Rhinestone Basic Waves Jewels

As soon as I am done posting this we are out the door for John's monthly eye appointment.  I am taking something to do with me today, so that means that we will get in and out in good time.  There is not much else on the schedule other than a little reading, a little stamping, a little stitching, and some basketball tonight.

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 15, 2022

Hello Ladybug

Today I have used the stamp set, Hello Ladybug, and the retired stamp set, Friendly Hello, to make this card to share with you.  This is one I made at a demonstrator meeting back in January and was a shoebox swap brought by, my friend, Luetta.  It is also one of the cards that everyone made at Make-it-Monday last night.

I meant to use this card back in February but obviously, that did not happen.  The flowers from the Friendly Hello stamp set make the perfect background for these cute ladybugs.  And you can never go wrong with a red, black, and white card!!!

Stamps: Hello Ladybug, Friendly Hello (Retired Sale-a-Bration set)

Cardstock: Real Red, Old Olive, Basic Black, Basic White

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories:  Ladybug Builder Punch, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

I am trying to be as much of a social butterfly (or maybe I should be a ladybug) as I can this week since I will be staying put for a while after my knee surgery.  Today, Luetta and I are going to do a little shopping and then have a very belated birthday lunch.  We have been trying to do this since the middle of February and today looks to be a good day!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 14, 2022

All Squared Away

Today I have used one of the bundles that is on sale this month, the All Squared Away Bundle, to create this card to share with you.  It also uses Just Jade ink and cardstock, which will be retiring at the end of April.

This is the first time that these stamps and die have been used.  I was kind of shying away from them because I thought they might be kind of hard to line up, but let me tell you they are the easiest thing in the world to use!!!  They will be getting a lot more use in the near future.  But for right now I think this is the perfect card for St. Patrick's Day week.

Stamps: All Squared Away, Celebrating You

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Just Jade, Basic White

Ink: Just Jade

Accessories:  Floral Squares Dies, Meadow Dies, F

lowers For Every Reason Ribbon Combo Pack, Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

What a day for the Hawkeye Basketball team!!  I am sure you might have heard me cheering from where ever you might be.  Usually, I try to do something else while watching a game . . . but not yesterday . . . my eyes were glued to the screen.  Let's hope they do as well during the NCAA tournament!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 13, 2022

In Symmetry

Today is definitely Simple Sunday . . . .today's card pairs a stamp set from the Annual Idea Book and Catalog, In Symmetry, with the beautiful Abstract Beauty Designer Series Paper from the January-June 2022 Mini Catalog.

This paper is absolutely gorgeous and the Gold Foil and the Gilded Gems certainly bring out the gold flecks in the paper.  Add a simple embellishment to the sentiment piece and you are good to go.  This simple card would be great for just about any occasion!!

Stamps: In Symmetry

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Basic White, Gold Foil

Designer Series Paper: Abstract Beauty

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories:  Everyday Label Punch, Gilded Gems, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Holy Cow!!!  Can you actually believe the Hawks won the basketball game yesterday . . . especially in the fashion that they won't!!  I definitely need to get my cardstock cutting for tomorrow's Make-It-Monday done this morning so that I can watch the Big Ten Championship Game!!  It is a great day to be a Hawkeye!! But then . . . isn't it always!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 12, 2022

Paradise Palms

Today I have used a sentiment from the Paradise Palms stamp set and the Abstract Beauty Designer Series Paper to make this birthday card to share with you.

If you haven't explored the Abstract Beauty Designer Series Paper, you should do so right away.  They are 4" X 6" in size, double-sided,  and there are 48 sheets in each package.  If you like the splashes of metallic in your paper, then this is the paper for you.

Stamps: Paradise Palms

Cardstock: Blushing Bride, Balmy Blue, Basic White, Gold Foil

Designer Series Paper: Abstract Beauty

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Accessories:  Layering Circles Dies, Painted Texture 3D Embossing Folder, 

Flowers For Every Season Ribbon Combo Pack, Polished Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door to meet a friend for a shopping road trip to the cross stitch store once more.  The cross stitch market was last weekend and we are hoping that they have lots of new patterns and materials.

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

 

Happy Stamping!!

March 11, 2022

Blessings of Home

Today I have used the Blessing of Home stamp set and the Heart & Home Designer Series Paper to make this card to share with you. It is one of this week's Cards in the Mail.

The Pale Papaya and the Smoky Slate color combination reminded me of Hanna's first apartment decorating scheme when she moved to Adel.  Once again, as with all Cards in the Mail, the designer series paper does all of the work for you.  Add a sentiment and some ribbon or embellishments and you are good to go.

Stamps: Blessings of Home

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Pale Papaya, Smoky Slate, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Heart & Home

Ink: Smoky Slate

Accessories:  Tasteful Labels Dies, Flowers of Home Dies, 

Gingham Embossing Folder, Pale Papaya 3/8" Open Weave Ribbon, 

Metallic Pearls,

Stampin' Dimensionals

After a morning fun appointment, the rest of the day will be spent watching the Big Ten Basketball Tournament, just like yesterday.  I can only hope the Hawks play as good today as they did yesterday!!!

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

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Happy Stamping!!

March 10, 2022

Celebrate With Flowers

Today I have used the Celebrate With Flowers stamp set and the designer series paper, Flowering Fields, to create this pretty tulip card to share with you.

I don't think I have paired Rich Razzleberry with Fresh Freesia before, but I can assure you it won't be the last time.  This layout is perfect for a Cards in the Mail card which this one is.  I debated on what to use for the embellishment but then decided that the butterflies were perfect.

Stamps: Celebrate With Flowers

Cardstock: Rich Razzleberry, Fresh Freesia, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Flowering Fields

Ink:  Rich Razzleberry

Accessories:  Brushed Brterflies, Highland Heather 1/2" Gros Grain Ribbonass But

Stamping, stitching, and basketball are on the agenda for today.  I am looking forward to watching the Hawkeyes in the Big Ten Tournament this afternoon.

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 9, 2022

Waves of Inspiration

Today I have used the sneak peek stamp products, Waves of Inspiration, and the coordinating paper, Waves of the Ocean, to create this card to share with you.

This paper gives the look of hand-poured paint.  On one side of all of the pieces are blue tones and on the flip side are pastel tropical tones.  This is a must-have paper!!  And it does all of the work for you . . . all you need to do is add a sentiment!!  The stamp set will be available in the upcoming new catalog, but the paper is available only while supplies last and will not be in the new catalog.

Stamps: Waves of Inspiration

Cardstock: Night of Navy, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Waves of the Ocean

Ink: Night of Navy

Accessories: Wave Dies, Triple Banner Punch, Metallic Pearls, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

A day with nothing scheduled . . . a good thing!!  I am hoping to do a little stamping, a little reading, and a little stitching.  Hopefully, there will be a little basketball watching as well!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 8, 2022

 Flowing Flowers 

Back today after a wonderful weekend retreat, a surprise snowstorm, and all-day pre-op appointments on Monday.  Today I am sharing the card I took as a swap this weekend, using the Flowing Flowers stamp set.

The Amazing Thanks Dies are kind of a pain to use but I really do love them and the look they give.  You just need some patience when adhering them together (something I don't always have).   I also took a Blending Brush and brushed some Misty Moonlight ink onto the Organdy Ribbon to give it the blue tone.  Just think . . . you can make any color ribbon you would like with this trick!!

Stamps: Flowing Flowers

Cardstock: Misty Moonlight, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Heart & Home

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Accessories: Layering Circles Dies, Bouquet of Love Hybrid Embossing Folder, 

Amazing Thanks Dies,

Blending Brushes, Heart & Home Doilies, 

Iridescent Rhinestones, 3/8" White Organdy Ribbon, 

Mini Glue Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door for another early morning doctor's appointment . . . routine this time postponed from last month.  I hope to get some stamping in when I get home, but we shall see what else happens to crop up!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 4, 2022

Flowering Tulips

Once again I have used the Flowering Tulips and the coordinating designer series paper, Flowering Fields, to make this card to share with you today.

This is a pretty easy, fun z-fold card.  Straight forward two-step stamping to make the tulip.  I did try stamping off on part of the tulip and decided that in this instance I liked both of the stamps stamped full strength.  Add a little butterfly embellishment and you are good to go.

Stamps: Flowering Tulips

Cardstock: Poppy Parade, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Flowering Fields

Ink: Memeo Black, Poppy Parade, Pear Pizzazz

Accessories:  Brushed Brass Butterflies, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

My bags are packed, I'm ready to go, I'm leaving . . . but not on a jet plane this time . . . just my vehicle as I head out to a stamping retreat in Illinois.  I have been looking forward to this retreat since registering last summer.  I am sure I will come home with all kinds of new ideas and inspiration for new cards and classes.

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 3, 2022

Daffodil Daydream

Today I have used the stamp set, Daffodil Daydream, and the retired paper, Simply Marbleous, to create this card to share with you.  It totally reminds me of both my niece because of the daffodils and a co-worker I had for many years that always said "Easter Blessings".

This was a card that everyone made at Make-It-Monday on Monday night.  Even though there was a fair amount of coloring on it, I think it was a favorite.  The Daffodil Delight and the So Saffron Stampin' Blends are perfect for blending the colors on the daffodil.

Stamps: Daffodil Daydream

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Crushed Curry, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Simply Marbleous (retired)

Ink: Memento Black, Crushed Curry

Stampin' Blends:  Daffodil Delight Combo Pack, Old Olive Combo Pack, So Saffron Combo Pack

Accessories:  Hippo & Friends Dies, White 3/8" Frayed Ribbon, 

Baker's Twine Essentials Pack, 

Champagne Basic Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals 

Where did my warmer weather go??  And what are those white things falling from the sky today after almost 70 degrees yesterday??  Oh well . . . back in January I would have thought today was a heatwave!!  It's all in the perspective!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 2, 2022

Here Together

Today I have used the Here Together stamp set and the coordinating designer series paper, All Together, to create this card to share with you.  This is one that we made at a Make-It-Monday a while back.  If you ask me . . . we could use more kindness in this world!!

The designer series paper already has random hearts colored in black so I used the fine tip of the Real Red Stampin' Blend to color in more random red hearts.  After all, hearts are supposed to be red!!  Other than that, the rest of the card is a pretty simple layout, although it does have quite a few layers.

Stamps: Here Together

Cardstock: Basic Black, Real Red, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: All Together, Regals 6" X 6"

Stampin' Blends:  Real Red Combo Pack

Accessories:  Layering Circles Dies, Here For You Dies, 

Versamark, Basics Embossing Powders, Heat Tool, 

Baker's Twine Essentials Pack, Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today is going to be a get everything finished up before the weekend kind of day.  There are no appointments scheduled and no place I have to be so I hope to get everything done on my to-do list and then have some leftover time to get even more done.  We shall see how the day goes!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

March 1, 2022

National Craft Month

March is National Craft Month and Stampin' Up! has a couple of specials that run all month long!!

If you haven’t already, it’s time to meet your mini crafting companion: the Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine! If this is your first encounter, allow us to introduce you.

This mini—but mighty—machine is durable, portable, and easy to use. It’s the perfect pick for budding beginners who want to branch out, papercrafting pros who want to craft on the go, or those who are short on storage space! With this trusty tool, any crafter can make precise cuts and embossed designs for their projects with one pass.

Details

The Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine will be available for purchase at a 20% discount.

For this promotion only, we’ve brought back the previously popular Art Gallery, Celebrate Sunflowers, and Garden Wishes bundles.  They will only be available in their bundle form during this promotion, so snag 'em while you still can.

The Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine and select compatible bundles can be bought together or separately.

There is no limit on the number of Mini Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machines you can purchase during this promotion. In fact, having more than one machine is ideal for workshops, classes, and other events!

Products are available in all markets while supplies last. 

The stamp-and-die bundles that can be found in a current catalog will be replenished until they retire. When they do retire, the bundles will be added to the Retiring List.

Due to supply chain challenges, this promotion may be altered or ended early. 

SALE ITEMS

• #150673- MINI Stampin' Cut & Emboss Machine- $60.00= $48.00 
• #158382- All Squared Away Bundle- $50.00= $40.00
• #156227- Art Gallery Bundle- $56.00= $44.75 
• #155834- Beauty of Friendship Bundle- $58.00= $46.25 
• #154065- Celebrate Sunflowers Bundle- $57.00= $45.50 
• #156220- Garden Wishes Bundle- $57.00= $45.50
• #159519- Hydrangea Haven Bundle- $58.00= $46.25
• #155674- Pansy Patch Bundle- $57.00= $45.50 
• #155847- Quiet Meadow Bundle- $59.00= $47.00 
• #158359- Seascape Bundle- $52.00= $41.50
• #155823- Sweet As A Peach Bundle- $41.00= $32.75
• #159529- Welcoming Window- $56.00= $44.75 
• #155845- What's Cookin' Bundle- $51.00= $40.75 
• #155507- Wild Cats Bundle- $43.00= $34.25

Discover the depths of the ocean—and your artistic abilities—with the Waves of the Ocean Collection. With blue hues, sparkles and swirls, and paper with imagery of hand-poured paint, you’ll be swimming in a sea of inspiration! Craft with this coastal collection for projects that’ll make a splash.

This coastal collection includes an inspiring set of stamps and detailed dies, both early-release products from the upcoming 2022–2023 Annual Catalog. 

 

PLUS these-  a pack of paper made from images of hand-poured paint, blue-hued foil sheets for a sea of shine, and radiant rhinestones for a splash of sparkle—each of these are an exclusive product you can only purchase during the promotion period!  These are ONLY AVAILABLE WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! 

WAVES OF THE OCEAN COLLECTION 161797 | $79.25

The Waves of the Ocean Collection includes: 

• Waves of Inspiration Bundle 

• Waves of the Ocean 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm) Designer Series Paper 

• Blue Foils 12" x 12" (30.5 x 30.5 cm)Specialty Paper 

• Rhinestone Waves Basic Jewels

WAVES OF INSPIRATION BUNDLE 158841      $51.25  

• Waves of Inspiration Stamp Set + Waves Dies

WAVES OF INSPIRATION STAMP SET • 158833 $23.00

WAVES DIES • 158840    $34.00

WAVES OF THE OCEAN 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) DESIGNER SERIES PAPER 159982  $11.50 

12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs. Acid-free, lignin-free. Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Daffodil Delight, Granny Apple 

BLUE FOILS 12" X 12" (30.5 X 30.5 CM) SPECIALTY PAPER 159983  $10.00 

6 sheets: 2 each of 3 colors Coastal Cabana, Night of Navy, silver 

RHINESTONE WAVES BASIC JEWELS 159396  $6.50 

168 adhesive-backed rhinestones 3 mm: 20 each of 6 colors, 4 mm: 4 each of 6 colors, 5 mm: 4 each of 6 colors Coastal Cabana, Night of Navy, Pacific Point

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

Happy Stamping!!