June 22, 2023

Inked & Tiled

I'm excited to share the card I created using the Inked & Tiled stamp set and coordinating Inked Botanicals designer series paper. I made this card during Suite Demo Days and it's also included in this week's Cards in the Mail. Hope you like it!

I've used this uncomplicated layout frequently, but by swapping out colors and designer series papers, it becomes unrecognizable. Once you include an embellishment, your card is complete.

Stamps: Inked & Tiled

Cardstock: Lost Lagoon, Calypso Coral, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Inked Botanical

Ink: Lost Lagoon, 

Accessories:  Lost Lagoon Bordered Ribbon, Mini Glue Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door for an eye appointment this morning and an appointment for my ear this afternoon.  I am taking along a good book so I can sit in the park and read between appointments.

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 21, 2023

Gone Fishing

Today I wanted to share a masculine card I made using the Gone Fishing stamp set and matching designer series paper, Let's Go Fishing. I created this particular card during Suite Demp days, and it is also featured in this week's Cards in the Mail.

The Twisted Rope 3D Embossing Folder complements the fishing set perfectly, as if they were made for each other. I have stamped a fish from the stamp set, but for the Cards in the Mail card, a fish from the designer series paper will be included for people to cut out and attach to their card.

Stamps: Gone Fishing

Cardstock: Misty Moonlight, Boho Blue, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Let"s Go Fishing

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Accessories:  Twisted Rope 3D Embossing Folder, Decorative Circle Punch, 

Rustic Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots, Linen Thread, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Another trip in the books to Adel and back safely.  I was surprised at the lack of traffic on Interstate 80 both going and coming home.  But I will take it!!

Today's agenda includes a little stamping, a little reading, and a little baseball!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 20, 2023

Cheerful Daisies

Hey there! I wanted to share a card I made using the Cheerful Daisies Stamp set and coordinating Dies. I created it over the weekend during Suite Demo Days and it's also included in this week's Cards in the Mail packet. Hope you like it!

I started with a Moody Mauve base and added a layer of the designer series paper and a small strip of Bubble Bath cardstock.  The daisies were die-cut out of Basic White and Bubble Bath.  The Copper Clay ink on the Bubble Bath cardstock for the sentiment worked perfectly.  Add some Adhesive Backed Gems and you are finished.  

Stamps: Cheerful Daisies

Cardstock: Moody Mauve, Bubble Bath, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Fresh As a Daisy

Ink: Copper Clay

Accessories:  Cheerful Daisies Dies, Adhesive-Backed Gems,

Stampin' Dimensionals

As soon as I am done posting this I am out the door to head to Adel to spend the day with Hanna and figure out our meal plans for a couple of things we are doing this summer.  Sometimes things are just so much easier in person than trying to do it through text or on the phone!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 19, 2023

Beautiful Balloons

I wanted to share one of the cards I created over the weekend at the Suite Demo Day in Wisconsin. I used the Beautiful Balloons stamp set along with its coordinating dies. This card is also a part of this week's Cards in the Mail collection.

For my card, I opted to use the solid side of the balloons, although the patterned side is equally adorable. This card is perfect for anyone's birthday and is sure to add a touch of fun to the celebration!

Stamps: Beautiful Balloons

Cardstock: Lemon Line Twist, Basic Black, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Bright & Beautiful, Vellum Basics

Ink: Memento Black

Accessories: Beautiful Ballon Dies, Stylish Shapes Dies, 

2022-2024 In Color Baker's Twine, Adhesive-Backed Solid Gems, 

Lemon Lime Twist Ribbon,

Stampin' Dimensionals

The weekend was wonderful . . . and today is going to be a day of reading . . .trying to get my bookclub book done before tonight's Zoom meeting.  Hopefully, I can get that accomplished!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 15, 2023

Technique Thursday . . . Masculine Cards

Last night was Technique Thursday and we worked on masculine cards.  A while back when we were on one of our jaunts to a demo event my friend and I found these awesome boxes and just knew they would be perfect for a card class.  

Now keep in mind we found these boxes at least a year ago if not two years ago and I was just now getting around to doing anything with them.  As you can see they are perfect for A2 size cards.

Since I procrastinated for so long some of the products I used for these cards retired in May but the match in colors is great.  These were the cards that were my samples but everyone could pick and choose what stamps and die cuts they wanted to use for their cards as long as they used early Espresso Ink.

Stamps: He's All That, Vintage Tools (Retired)

Cardstock: Cajun Craze, Early Espresso, Sahara Sand (Retired)

Designer Series Paper: Retired

Ink: Early Espresso

Accessories: All That Dies, Linen Thread, Rustic Metal Adhesive-Backed Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

I still have my swaps to finish but everything else is packed and ready to go for a weekend of stamping.  I may or may not post on Saturday or Sunday depending on the Internet situation.

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 15, 2023

Taco Fiesta

Today's card is one I made on the cruise back in February and one that I used for the Fun Fold Technique class last month.

I started with a base of Parakeet Party and stamped Happy Birthday all over the front of it with Parakeet Party ink.  I then punched a hole right in the middle of the card front.

The card's interior is a simple white color and has an accordion fold that opens to the right side. The main circular piece is attached in a way that it shows through the circle on the front, but also stands out when the card is open. Finally, the Gingham Ribbon is securely fastened with Mini Glue Dots.

Stamps: Taco Fiesta, Go-To Greetings

Cardstock: Parakeet Party, Basic Black, Basic White

Ink: Memento Black, Parakeet Party

Stampin' Blends:  Gray Granite Combo Pack, Parakeet Party Combo Pack, 

Daffodil Delight Combo Pack, Poppy Parade Combo pack

Accessories:  Stitched Shapes Dies, 2 3/8" Circle Punch, 

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

Stampin' Dimensionals

Well . . . .that packets from Monday night got done yesterday bit that was all.  So that means today I need to get ready for Technique night tonight and get my swaps done for this weekend.  I have always said I work better under pressure!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 14, 2023

Darling Details

I'm excited to share a card I made using the Darling Details stamp set and coordinating dies. I created this card at a demo event in Wisconsin and everyone made one on Monday night.

I love the layout of this card as it is different than I usually make.  I also like the DistINKtive stamp as it gives you the variegated shades for the inside of the flower blossom.  The Opaque Ovals are unique and I can see using them a lot this year.

Stamps: Darling Details

Cardstock: Berry Burst, Bubble Bath, Garden Green, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Delightfully Eclectic

Ink: Berry Burst, Garden Green

Accessories:  Darling details Dies, Basics Embossing Folders, 

Opaque Ovals, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

I didn't accomplish anything yesterday as I spent the entire day reading. However, I have an appointment this morning and need to get productive afterward. I have to complete packets from Monday night, cut cardstock for the Technique Class tomorrow, figure out the swaps and complete them, and design cards for next week's Make-It-Monday. I have two days to complete everything, so I hope it goes well!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 13, 2023

Layering Leaves

Today I have used the Layering Leaves stamp set to make this card to share with you.  This is one of the cards that everyone made last night at Make-It-Monday and also one that I made at the demo event last month.

It's amazing how you can achieve two shades of the same ink color just by stamping off first. This technique helped me create a lighter color for the leaves inside and the roses. The Elegant Eucalyptus 3D Embossing Folder perfectly complements the design and sentiment of the leaves and roses.

Stamps: Layering Leaves

Cardstock: Pebbled Path, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Earthen Elegance

Ink: Pebbled Path

Accessories:  Countryside Corners Dies, Elegant Eucalyptus 3D Embossing Folder, 

Bough Punch, Pebbled Path 3/8" Textured Ribbon, 

Stampin' Dimensionals 

On today's agenda, I need to complete the remaining packets from last night and brainstorm a swap idea for the upcoming weekend event. I'm hoping for some inspiration soon, as I've been struggling to come up with anything so far.

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 12, 2023

Hey Chuck

Today I am sharing another one of the cards we made at the demo event last month using the stamp set, Hey Check.

To create my card, I began with a  Pretty Peacock card base and layered it with embossed Basic White using the Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder. I can see myself using that folder often in the future. Afterward, I stamped the image and colored it.  This was then layered onto another piece of Pretty Peacock.  The designer series paper was notched and layered underneath the focal piece.

Stamps: Hey Chuck

Cardstock: Pretty Peacock, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Bright & Beautiful

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Blends:  Pumpkin Pie Combo Pack, Daffodil Delight Combo Pack, 

Pretty Peacock Combo Pack, Crumb Cake Combo Pack, Cajun Craze Combo Pack, 

Accessories:  Exposed Brick 3D Embossing Folder,

Stampin' Dimensionals

Everything is cut, stuffed, gathered, and sitting by the back door waiting to be loaded into the vehicle for tonight's Make-It-Monday.  Reading is on the agenda until then!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 11, 2023

Zany Zoo

As much as I despise raccoons, this one in the Zany Zoo stamp set is cute and he makes a fun card!!  If only they were that cute in real life!!  This is one of the cards that we made at the Demo Day in Wisconsin last month.

I started with a card base of Thick White cardstock and built from there with a layer of black and then a layer of Berry Burst which was embossed with one of the On-Line Exclusive Basics Embossing Folders.  The focal piece was then stamped and colored and layered onto another piece of Basic Black cardstock.  A sentiment and an embellishment and my card was done.

Stamps: Zany Zoo

Cardstock: Basic White Thick, Berry Burst, Basic Black, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Glorious Gingham

Ink: Memento black, Berry Burst

Stampin' Blends:  Berry Burst Combo Pack, Lemon Lime Twist Combo Pack, 

Smoky Slate Combo Pack, Basic Black Combo Pack

Accessories:  Radiating Stitches Dies, Stylish Shapes Dies, 

Tinsel Gems Four Pack, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

The garage sale is over for now . . . I may try and do another one at the end of summer . . . I still have a lot of stuff left!!!  And I am sure I could still purge even more!!  Today will be a cardstock cutting, envelope stuffing day!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 10, 2023

Coffee With Friends

I made a card using the Coffee With Friends stamp set and wanted to share it with you. It's one of the cards I created during a demo event in Wisconsin back in May.

For my card, I used a Pecan Pie base and added a layer of Basic White. I then layered a Watercolor Paper circle and designer series paper onto Early Espresso. The Opage Ovals and Wavy Trim gave the card a coffee bean-inspired touch and made for perfect embellishments.

Stamps: Coffee With Friends

Cardstock: Pecan Pie, Early Expresso, Basic White, Watercolor Paper

Designer Series Paper: Earthen Elegance

Ink: Memento Black

Stampin' Dimensionals:   Pecan Pie Combo Pack, Wild Wheat Combo Pack

Accessories: 2" Circle Punch, 2 3/8" Circle Punch, Natural 1/4" Wavy Trim, 

Opaque Ovals, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Another great day of garage sales!!!  I still have a lot of stuff left so if I can find another weekend in late summer I may have another one.  For right now I am going to put my feet up and relax!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 9, 2023

In The Moment

Today I have used the designer series paper, Let's Go Fishing, to make this card to share with you.  It is pretty cool paper and it is even better this month since it is on sale!!

I started with a base of Thick Very Vanilla and layered Wild Wheat, Mossy Meadow, and Pecan Pie onto it.  The designer paper is layered onto Pecan Pie and then onto Mossy Meadow.  It is very hard to see in the photo but I chose one of the fish and cut out an extra one and popped it up on dimensionals.

Stamps: In the Moment

Cardstock: Very Vanilla Thick, Wild Wheat, Mossy Meadow, Pecan Pie, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Let's Go Fishing

Ink: Mossy Meadow

Accessories:  All That Dies, 1/2" Pecan Pie Bordered Ribbon, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Well . . . . I made it . . . everything is set out in the kitchen ready for the stamping garage sale.  Some stacks are pretty high and people will have to sift through them but it is all out!!  Ans since there is a chance for rain tomorrow I am glad that I decided to have it inside!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 8, 2023

Gone Fishing

I'm using a sentiment from the Gone Fishing stamp set today. Even if it wasn't a fishing set, I knew I had to have it just for this sentiment. My mom said it to me so often that if I had a nickel for each time, I'd be a rich woman!

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To create this card, I began by using a Misty Moonlight card base. Then, I added a layer of Basic White and placed the designer paper on top. Although it may not be visible in the pictures, I used the On-Line Exclusive item, Radiating Stitches Dies, to create a small die-cut layer in Misty Moonlight. Next, I layered the sentiment piece on Gray Granite cardstock and attached it to the die-cut piece. To add dimension, I used dimensionals and embellished with Classic Matte Dots. And, the card is complete!

Stamps: Gone Fishing

Cardstock: Misty Moonlight, Gray Granite, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Delightfully Eclectic

Ink: Misty Moonlight

Accessories:  Classic Matte Dots, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today is the day when I'm going to lay out the remaining items for my garage sale. I have an early morning hair appointment, but the rest of my day will be spent organizing everything on tables and counters in my kitchen. I'm hoping that I won't have to use my living room, but it might be necessary.

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 7, 2023

Darling Details

Today I have used the Darling Details stamp set along with the gorgeous Inked Botanicals Designer Series Paper to make this card to share with you.

I started with a Calypso Coral card base and added an embossed piece of Very Vanilla.  Next, I chose two coordinating pieces of designer series paper and layered them onto Calypso Coral and then onto the card.  The die-cut sentiment and the Iridescent Pastel gems were the last steps.

Stamps:  Darling Details

Cardstock: Calypso Coral, Very Vanilla

Designer Series Paper: Inked Botanicals

Ink: Calypso Coral

Accessories:  Stylish Shapes Dies, Basics 3D Embossing Folders, 

Iridescent Pastel Gems, 

Stampin' Dimensionals

Today brings another day of getting ready for the garage (kitchen) sale this weekend.  Yesterday I dug out the two tubs of stuff I have been stashing away and today I am hoping to get the tables set up and start to put stuff out!!

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

Happy Stamping!!

June 6, 2023

Darling Details

Today I have used one of the sale designer series papers, Delightfully Eclectic, along with the stamp set, Darling Details to make this card to share with you.

To create my card, I began with a sheet of Fresh Freesia cardstock. Using the Countryside Blossoms Embossing Folder, I embossed the cardstock and then cut it into three 1-inch pieces. The remaining larger piece was used for the bottom of the card. I am pleased with how the embossing design blends with the black card base.

Stamps: Darling Details

Cardstock: Basic Black, Fresh Freesia, Basic White

Designer Series Paper: Delightfully Eclectic

Ink: Fresh Freesia

Accessories:  Countryside Blossoms Embossing Folder, 

Classic Matte Dots,

Stampin' Dimensionals

I think John's appointment yesterday was completed in record time . . .90 minutes from the time we walked out the door until we walked back in, even with 60 minutes in the car!!  That left the rest of the day to stamp, read, and watch a losing baseball game!!  Today I hope to finish up the Cards in the Mail packets, run some errands, and start to lay out or at least dig out my garage sale items.

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

Happy Stamping!!