Stampin’ Up! Cap & Gown Graduation Card

Graduations can be so exciting and wonderful and a milestone. And l-o-n-g. Our grandson graduated from college on Thursday, cum laude no less. So proud of him. Of course there was a card …

Stampin' Up! Cap & Gown Graduation card front

I began with a panel of Basic White 3 3/8 x 4 3/4, Peach Pie ink and my Blending Brush, to create a background. Next I stamped the gown in Memento Black ink – from the Cap & Gown stamp set (ONLINE EXCLUSIVE). On scraps of Basic White I stamped the mortarboard and diploma, also in Memento black ink – and fussy cut these with my paper snips. I added these with trimmed down dimensionals. I added the panel to a Basic Black piece 3 1/2 x 4 7/8, put dimensionals on the back and attached it to the Thick Basic White card base 4 1/4 x 11 scored at 5 1/2. I die cut the number from Classic Letters Dies (ONLINE EXCLUSIVE) and adhered them directly to the card front. The sentiment is from Cap & Gown stamp set, stamped in Memento Black ink and die cut with the Unbounded Love Dies 24-25 Annual Catalog). I added a banner behind this in Peach Pie 1/2 x 3 creating banner ends with my paper snips. I attached this to the card front with liquid glue at the top and dimensionals at the bottom.

Stampin' Up! Cap & Gown Graduation card inside

For the inside, another panel of Basic White (4 x 5 1/4) colored lightly with the Blending Brush and Peach Pie ink – no ink added to the blending brush this time. The sentiment is stamped using the Cap & Gown stamp set & Memento Black ink. The letters are again die cut using the Classic Letters Dies. This panel was added to Basic Black then to the inside of the card base.

Stampin' Up! Cap & Gown, inside

Since we were sending a check to our beloved grandson, we wanted to be certain it remained secure and didn’t get ‘lost in the shuffle’ so to speak. I cut a panel 3 1/4 x 2 1/2, used a circle punch to create an opening, then drew freehand the squiggly lines and dots to make certain what was inside wasn’t missed. I added Tear ‘n Tape to three sides and attached it to the upper portion of the inside of the card. The folded check slid in nicely and was held securely in place :O)

Stampin' Up! Cap & Gown card & envelope

For the envelope… I stamped another image of the mortar board all over the flap and once on the lower right front corner – Memento ink of course. With concerns this might be opened by some scoundrel prior to it reaching him, we placed the card in a larger manilla envelope that wasn’t decorated at all.

Our grandson… the bearded one looking all serious … taken from our computer screen. This was a huge hall they were in for the graduation and tickets were sparingly given to the family – not enough for us to attend. But thank goodness we could watch it on livestream!!! 3 1/2 hours of livestream… but we saw him several times, listened to the valedictorian who gave an awesome speech, and all the other speeches as well. You know how that goes. We are proud grandparents :O)

OK – here’s more info about purchasing products from me & Stampin’ UP! Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Stampin’ Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING with a $75 order & above, and I’m offering double points. Please read below all the details…

Stampin' Up! FREE SHIPPING DAY

Ordering Deadline:  21 May 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • All order types qualify for this promotion.
  • Free shipping is for 24 hours only. Orders must be opened and closed on 21 May 2024.
  • Orders must meet the qualifying amount of $75 USD (before tax) and then the FREE SHIPPING will automatically be applied!
  • The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
  • Prepaid 3-, 6-, or 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions can contribute to the qualifying amount for free shipping (Month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify). Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($24.50 USD shipping included) + tax.

Start making your Shopping Lists – and checking them twice!  

SALE:  21 May 2024 – ONE DAY ONLY!!

Ordering Deadline:  21 May 2024 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • All order types qualify for this promotion.
  • Free shipping is for 24 hours only. Orders must be opened and closed on 21 May 2024.
  • Orders must meet the qualifying amount of $75 USD (before tax) and then the FREE SHIPPING will automatically be applied!
  • The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
  • Prepaid 3-, 6-, or 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions can contribute to the qualifying amount for free shipping (Month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify). Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($24.50 USD shipping included) + tax.

Start making your Shopping Lists – and shop, shop, shop!  

The 24-25 Annual Catalog is now live… here’s a link to take you directly to the items available in this catalog – Happy shopping!

Stampin’ Up! has a fabulous joining opportunity from May 1-31.

Stampin' Up! Joining Promotion

To join is $99 and what comes with joining, besides your 15-20% discount on every order… FOUR FREE IN COLOR PRODUCTS valued to $82 plus your choice of $125 worth of products. Those FREE items – the IN COLOR products – Classic stampin’ pad bundle – 5 of them, package of 8 1/2 x 11 cardstock – 5 of those, 6×6 Designer Series Paper – 5 colors in the pack, and the coordinating Stampin’ Write markers. You will also receive free shipping on these products + free business supplies. What’s not to like about this joining special – remember it begins May 1! Join with me by following this link...

To view all the available ONLINE EXCLUSIVES, click here.

Clearance items may be found here

While you’re looking around in my store, remember there are some stunning kits available, for all ages and all seasons – even Christmas! And while you’re shopping, I offer fringe benefits to my customers: free tutorial of the month and a FREE Stampin’ Up! item valued to $10 – all for a $50 order, before shipping and taxes. Use my current host code to receive those benefits – especially when your order does not exceed $150.

HOST CODE 4JF6ZWC9

Thanks for stopping by. May you have a beautiful day. Make someone happy when sending them a handmade card filled with love.

Stampin’ Up! Stars At Night Ornaments

Good Wednesday! Midweek – the panic sets in – what is on my list today, what do I need to do first, what, what, what?! Today I’m sharing some of the Stars At Night ornaments I’ve been making. No two are alike, but they are similarities. I pulled out some different colors of glimmer paper and card stock.

Stampin' Up! Stars At Night Dies for ornaments

There’s quite a variety here, isn’t there? Some surprises too, eh? Bottom row: on left Stargazing DSP for the circle, Basic White and Three Color Glimmer Paper in Highland Heather and a pearlized gem in the middle; bottom right is Oh Holy Night DSP, Basic White and Silver Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper; next row up and left is Three Color Glimmer Paper in Petal Pink, Silver Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper and a pearlized gem, right is Oh Holy Night DSP, Basic White, Silver Adhesive Backed Glimmer Paper and pearlized gem; third row up is Highland Heather card stock, Basic White, Three Color Glimmer Paper in Highland Heather and a pearlized gem, middle is Oh Holy Night DSP, Basic White, Three Color Glimmer Paper in Highland Heather, Basic White, Silver Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper and a Silver Pearl; top row is more of the Oh Holy Night DSP, Basic White and Silver Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper and a Pearl Basic Jewel in the center, top right is Basic White, Silver Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper and a silver pearl. I used various ribbons that coordinated well with each ornament – Night of Navy Glittered Ribbon, Silver & White Sheer Ribbon and Gold & Vanilla Satin Edged Ribbon. As I was making a bunch, I pulled out the retired Circles Dies for convenience.

The rings are 4″ macrame hoops that I ordered from Amazon. If you would like to make these, here is the link to a previous post where I gave instructions. Did you notice the use of the Adhesive-Backed Glimmer Paper? It’s FABULOUS and also comes in Gold and I use these two a lot! The Stars At Night Dies can be purchased separately from the stamp set and comes with a hybrid embossing folder. What a great set – and retiring! leads me right into LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS AND SU! Free Shipping on 12/14. Here are the deets on both – FREE SHIPPING first, then the other…

Get ready… qualifying orders of $75 or more

One day only—get free shipping on all qualifying orders.

Stampin' Up! FREE SHIPPING

Get ready for a spectacular limited time offer because you can shop and save on all qualifying orders! Have something on your wish list? Thinking about stocking up on crafting essentials? Got the urge to splurge? Shop on 14 December and get all the products you love while saving on shipping costs! This incredible deal only lasts for 24 hours, so don’t miss out!

Date: 14 December 2023

Ordering Deadlines

Phone: 14 December 2023 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)

Online: 14 December 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • All order types qualify for this promotion.
  • Free shipping is for 24 hours only. Orders must be opened and closed on 14 December 2023.
  • Free shipping automatically applies to your cart after the qualifying amount has been met, which is $75 USD | $100 CAD (before tax).
  • Coupon codes and product credits are non-commissionable and will lower your order’s retail amount. Orders must meet the qualifying amount to be eligible for free shipping.
  • The additional cost for expedited shipping is not covered by this promotion.
  • Prepaid 3-, 6-, or 12-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions can contribute to the qualifying amount for free shipping (Month-to-month subscriptions do not qualify). Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($24.50 USD | $34.00 CAD shipping included) + tax .
  • Please keep in mind that due to the high volume of orders and the Christmas season, the distribution center may fall behind our typical shipping timeframes. We will do all we can to return to our regular service levels as quickly as possible. Any orders placed during this promotion are not guaranteed to arrive before or by 25 December.

Stock Up on Basics.  Now is the ideal time to stock up on basics (such as cardstock, envelopes, inks, and adhesives) and get free shipping on all qualifying orders of $75 or more before tax. Check out the LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS, KITS COLLECTIONS AND CLEARANCE RACK TOO!

Make your list… check it twice… and hold tight to it ’til 12/14, then order for FREE SHIPPING OF $75 OR MORE BEFORE TAX.

If you have questions, reach out to me!

YOU CAN ORDER RIGHT HERE!

When ordering from me please use my NEW HOST CODE TJRE9W6M so that I receive proper notification and YOU GET THE Benefits of a FREE SU! item valued up to $10 :O) AND the Monthly Card Tutorial. (I like to treat my customers!) If your order is over $150, please don’t use the host code as SU! has benefits. I’ll still be notified and you can receive that FREE ITEM!

Note: Make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me and you’ll get my rewards! PLUS… the monthly Online Tutorial when your order is over $50. 

Stampin' Up! LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS

From 21 November 2023–3 January 2024, you can stock up on your favorite seasonal products and save up to 60% on essential craft supplies! So, what are you waiting for? Start shopping and selling! After all, a selection of Last Chance Products will only be available while supplies last.

CLICK HERE to view the Carryover list and you should be able to print it as well

CLICK HERE to view the Last Chance Products List – print this one too

NEW KIT ADDED!

Make friendships blossom with floral handmade cards full of kind words. It’s time to spread love and kindness this season!

Stampin' Up! NEW KIT - Painted Wishes
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PAINTED WISHES KIT

$14.00 USD | $20.00 CAD

Available starting 5 December

This kit includes printed die cuts in English, French, German, and Dutch.

This kit includes

  • Enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs
  • 9 coordinating envelopes
  • Printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, sequins, and gold cord
  • Finished card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Garden Green, Lemon Lime Twist, Moody Mauve, Petal Pink, Pretty Peacock, Wild Wheat

You may find other wonderful kits here.

If you like sales… check out the updated CLEARANCE RACK here.

Remember… kits, clearance rack, LAST CHANCE PRODUCTS, items from the Annual catalog like card stock, inks, adhesives … all of these items are available and once you reach $75 on 12/14, shipping is FREE, ONE DAY ONLY – 12/14 – QUALIFYING ORDER $75 BEFORE TAX.

Reach out to me if you do not have a demonstrator and have questions.

Stampin’ Up! Heartfelt Hexagons & Let’s Go Fishing DSP

Good morning! This is one more of the cards made for Oct 7 World Card Making Day. It’s actually the first card I made with this new bundle. I have explained, Heartfelt Hexagons bundle is one that will be offered in the January to April 2024 Mini Catalog. Can you believe we are talking 2024??? I simply do NOT know what happened to 2023!

Stampin' Up! Heartfelt Hexagons bundle & let's Go Fishing DSP

Misty Moonlight and Night of Navy and Soft Sea Foam just really compliment one another. Put all of these colors on Basic White and they pop. The card base is Misty Moonlight 4 1/4 x 11 and scored at 5 1/2. I took a panel of Basic White and ran it through the Basics 3D embossing folder called Crosshatch. The Basics 3D embossing folders come as a set of 3 and this is one of my favorites. On a Basic White panel I stamped the outline for the sentiment in Misty Moonlight using a stamp from Heartfelt Hexagons. I then stamped the sentiment in Night of Navy ink, also from this same stamp set, and punched this with the Heartfelt Hexagons Punch. I put dimensionals on it and set it aside. I punched two more hexagons, this time from coordinating papers in Let’s Go Fishing DSP. I laid each of these on the embossed panel and decided there was too much white space… so pulled out the Layering Leaves bundle & Soft Sea Foam ink. There are a couple of different leaf stamps in this stamp set, but I decided to go with this one and stamped a couple of them, then punched them out with the coordinating Bough Punch. I pulled out the Night of Navy Bordered Ribbon and wrapped it around the embossed and Night of Navy layers, adhering in back with Stampin’ Seal. I put dimensionals on this and adhered it to the card base. I attached the sentiment panel (remember it’s on dimensionals), then a bit of Stampin’ Seal on the back of the middle panel and attached the punched leaves, put dimensionals on it and added it to the card front. The top panel was added with liquid glue and trimmed. As a final touch, I added several 2023-2025 In Color Dots.

Stampin' Up! Heartfelt Hexagons & Let's Go Fishing DSP

For the inside… I added the remaining portion of the hexagon from the card front, to the Basic White panel, stamped the sentiment from Layering Leaves stamp set in Night of Navy ink and added this to a Night of Navy piece then to the inside of the card. I added two more of the 2023-2025 In Color Dots on either side of the sentiment.

Stampin' Up! Heartfelt Hexagons & Let's Go Fishing DSP card & envelope

For the envelope… I used another piece of the Let’s Go Fishing DSP to cover the flap & trimmed it to fit – and that was it. I’ll add the measurements at the bottom of this post. Each card I made with this new Heartflet Hexagon bundle was very different from the other – and I like being able to do that. It makes a set so versatile. If you have questions, please reach out to me. You may view the other cards made with this bundle here and here.

If you would like to purchase this bundle, now is a great time to do that… as part of celebrating 35 years in business, Stampin’ Up! has a joining promotion.

Stampin' Up! 35 year Joining Promotions

Starting Oct 3 and going through to Oct 31 is a Starter Kit Special you will not want to miss. Celebrating 35 years of Stampin’ Up!, new demonstrators will be able to choose 35% OFF the cost of their Starter Kit or get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit.

With option 1 (35% off the normal cost of the starter kit), the new demo would receive $125 worth of products and pay $64.35 + tax. and of course, shipping is FREE.

With option 2 (35% more SU! product) the new demo would pay the usual $99 plus tax of course, and get $168.75 worth of SU! product that you get to choose! And as before – – shipping is FREE!

MORE – MORE – MORE… With either option, those who sign up for the starter kit between Oct 3 and Oct 31 will automatically get signed up for the ONSTAGE@HOME Registration, again FREE! This is a virtual event being held November 11. (Normally the cost of registration would be $77) If you join as demonstrator during the time frame mentioned, you will receive in your email, all the information necessary to attend this virtual event.

Have I intrigued you, inspired you, made you think maybe this is the time to join as a demonstrator? If so, – would love to have you. Remember, hobby demonstrator (for the 20% discount) or a business demo (at least 20% off all demonstrator orders – or more) or somewhere in between. It just doesn’t matter. What does matter is if you like to stamp, color, ink up, create – that’s where it all blends into having fun and doing it with others.

JOIN MY TEAM HERE.

Join today, then take even more advantage of FREE SHIPPING Oct 9-11 to order any additional products ands get the 20% discount PLUS the free shipping!

If you decide not to join now but still want to take andvantage of FREE SHIPPING, do that! When ordering from me please use my HOST CODE 2J2X3YRM so that I receive proper notification and YOU GET THE Benefits of a FREE SU! item valued up to $10 :O) AND the Monthly Card Tutorial. If your order is over $150, please don’t use the host code as SU! has benefits. I’ll still be notified and you can receive that FREE ITEM!

You may shop with me here!

Note: Make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me and you’ll get my rewards! PLUS… the monthly Online Tutorial. The October Tutorial features the beautiful Merriest Trees Bundle which can found in the Jul-Dec 2023 Mini Catalog on page 12!  

BUT WAIT!  There’s MORE!! If you join now…

You’ll ALSO get FREE OnStage@Home Registration!

Those who sign up for a Starter Kit during this offer will also be automatically registered for FREE* to our virtual OnStage event on 11 November – that’s a $77 value!  And – you don’t even have to travel – just do it from home.  In your jammies, if you like!

  • Those who sign up for this offer have the opportunity to watch the event independently, gathered together with other demonstrators, or with their Team Leader.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will be automatically added to the OnStage attendees; you won’t even need to register separately.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will also receive an email with all the information about this event.

Whether you’d like to start a little side business or simply take advantage of the awesome 20-25% discount, I would very much love for you to join my team! We have a great time together – even though we live all over the country!

Thanks for stopping by. May you have a beautiful day!

Card Cuts:

Misty Moonlight: 4 1/4 x 11 scored @ 5 1/2

Night of Navy: 4 x 5 1/4 (2)

Basic White: 3 7/8 x 5 1/8 (2); 2 1/2 x 3 (punched sentiment)

Let’s Go Fishing DSP: 2 1/2 x 3 (2); 2 1/4 x 6 (envelope flap)

Stampin’ Up! FREE SHIPPING

WOO HOO! In honor of World Card Making Day, Stampin’ Up! is offering FREE SHIPPING for orders of $75 & over October 9-11. Here are all the details…

Stampin' Up! FREE SHIPPING

World Card Making Day was on 7 October, and this year we’re offering FREE SHIPPING for THREE DAYS after the event! From 9 to 11 October 2023, you can get free shipping on qualifying orders of $75 USD | $100 CAD or more.

Ordering Deadlines

Phone: 11 October 2023 at 6:59 p.m. (MT)

Online: 11 October 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (MT)

  • All order types qualify for this promotion (customer, demonstrator, workshop, and online). You read that right… demonstrators get the same deal + 20% or more off their order!
  • Free shipping applies after the qualifying amount (per market) has been met.
  • The minimum qualifying amount to receive free shipping is $75 USD | $100 CAD or more (before tax).
  • If you are using a coupon code or product credit, please remember that will lower the order’s retail amount. The order must still meet the qualifying threshold to be eligible for free shipping (at least $75 USD/ $100 CAD before tax).
  • Free shipping only applies during the three-day period the promotion is live in each market; this means that the order must be opened and closed between 9–11 October.
  • With the exception of a one-time monthly Paper Pumpkin subscription, all Stampin’ Up! products qualify for the promotion. Subscriptions billed and shipped this month will be charged for the normal amount ($24.50 USD | $34.00 CAD shipping included) + tax.
  • Prepaid 3, 6, or 12 month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions are eligible for FREE shipping under the same rules as all other Stampin’ Up! items during the promotion.
  • The free shipping promotion does not cover the additional cost for expedited shipping.
  • Please keep in mind, that with any product launch, the distribution center may fall behind our typical shipping timeframes. In such cases, we will do all we can to return to our regular service levels as quickly as possible.

And here’s another idea… RIGHT NOW Stampin’ Up! has an awesome joining promotion… so the idea might be join my team here and place an additional order after ther joining has cleared, then place an additional order for more of those great stamps/ dies/ designer series papers/ embellishments, etc. and get the additional 20% off + the FREE SHIPPING. Not a bad idea, right?

When ordering from me please use my HOST CODE 2J2X3YRM so that I receive proper notification and YOU GET THE Benefits of a FREE SU! item valued up to $10 AND the Monthly Card Tutorial. (during October the tutorial is Merriest Trees) :O) If your order is over $150, please don’t use the host code as SU! has benefits. I’ll still be notified and you can receive that FREE ITEM! There are more benefits when ordering from me, but more about that in another post. :O) You can order from me here

Note: Make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout page listed as your Demonstrator when you order so that you know that you’re ordering with me and you’ll get my rewards! PLUS… the monthly Online Tutorial. The October Tutorial features the beautiful Merriest Trees Bundle which can found in the Jul-Dec 2023 Mini Catalog on page 12!  

Stampin' Up! October 2023 Online Class Merriest Trees
Stampin' Up! Joining Promotion

New demonstrators can choose one of the following options for their Starter Kit:

Option 1: Get 35% OFF the normal cost of a Stampin’ Up! Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $125 USD | $165 CAD worth of product for only $64.35 USD | $87.75 CAD!

Option 2: Get 35% MORE product with their Starter Kit. Those who select this option will receive $168.75 USD | $222.75 CAD worth of product by spending $99 USD | $135 CAD!

BUT WAIT!  There’s MORE!!

You’ll ALSO get FREE OnStage@Home Registration!

It gets better! Those who sign up for a Starter Kit during this offer will also be automatically registered for FREE* to our virtual OnStage event on 11 November—a $77 USD | $102 CAD value!

  • Those who sign up for this offer have the opportunity to watch the event independently, gathered together with other demonstrators, or with their Team Leader.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will be automatically added to the OnStage attendees; they do not need to register separately.
  • Demonstrators who join during this promotion will also receive an email with all the information about this event.

BTW – if you want to see the videos our group prepared and shared for World Card Making Day, you can see them here.