Stampin’ Up! Seasonal Branches & Flight & Airy for the Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

We have a fun sketch challenge for our hop today and I’m choosing to again highlight the Flight & Airy DSP – because I love this DSP and because it’s a FREE Product with a qualifying order that ends at close of day MT 2/29. I paired it with Seasonal Branches Bundle from the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog that is just gorgeous and coordinates!

Stampin' Up! Happy Inkin' Thursday Blog Hop
Stampin' Up! Hop Sketch Challenge

My sentiment banner is in a different location than the sketch, but other than that – pretty darn close to the sketch. :O)

My card base is Misty Moonlight. I cut a piece of the Flight & Airy DSP to 4 x 5 1/4, layered a coordinating piece of the Flight & Airy DSP cut 2 1/4 x 5 1/8 and added that to the left side as shown. I added both of these to a Basic White 5 1/8 x 5 3/8 for a contrast & border. I die cut from another piece of Flight & Airy DSP, the two branches using the Seasonal Branches Dies and added them with tiny dabs of liquid glue. I stamped the sentiment in Misty Moonlight ink on a Basic White strip using the Seasonal Branches stamp set. To follow the sketch, I added another strip of Misty Moonlight card stock to the sentiment with liquid glue, put dimensionals on the back and added it to the card. I added Iridescent Foil Gems for accent. This completed front was added to the card base with dimensionals

Stampin' Up! Seasonal Branches sympathy, inside

For the inside… on a Basic White piece I stamped the Misty Moonlight sentiment from Seasonal Branches stamp set and adhered the panel to the inside of the card.

Stampin' Up! Seasonal Branches & Flight & Airy card & envelope

For the envelope… more of the Flight & Airy DSP adhered to the flap & trimmed to fit. On the front, I fussy cut with my paper snips the sweet bird from the Flight & Airy DSP and added it with liquid glue.

Remember this Designer Series Paper will no longer be available after end of day MT, today 2/29/ 2024! See below how to get yours with a qualifying purchase.

Now – time to see what others have created for the hop today. Click on the ‘next’ button to see the creative Carol Buckelew – or click on a name to take you elsewhere.

Stampin' Up! next blog

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Jaimie Babarczy

Karen Finkle

Akiko Sudano

Karen Ksenzakovic

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright

Carol Buckalew

Nel Thames

With just three days before this DSP goes away, click here to see the Jan-Apr 2024 Mini Catalog and purchase the Thoughtful Expressions Bundle… then …

Click here to see the FREE Products available with a $50 purchase & get the Flight & Airy DSP when making that qualifying purchase.

Click here to view the products available with a larger purchase

So, how to get your hands on the elements to make this card.?

Click HERE to shop with me!

You will be shopping with me when you click that ‘here’ place – so remember, I have generous bonuses when shopping with me. Use my current HOST CODE G4G2CPRB to help me get the Stampin’ Up! giftie to you when making a qualified order of $50 or more before shipping & taxes. If your purchase is over $150, do NOT use the host code as SU! has rewards of it’s own. You STILL receive the FREE ITEM FROM ME. :O) And with that purchase of at least $50 (before shipping & taxes), you will also receive a BONUS fabulous array of “ideas of the month” with card cuts & all the information to make the designs.

During Sale-a-Bration (Jan – end of Feb) is the best time to JOIN as a demonstrator – as there are all kinds of benefits. Nothing brings people together quite like creativity. As an independent demonstrator, you can share what you love and expand your circle of friends to build a close-knit, collaborative community of crafters. You’ll meet, connect, learn from, and create with other demonstrators from all around the world through virtual events, in-person conventions, support groups, and social media. And don’t forget the importance of hosting your own crafting parties! You can host events with your favorite people and show off your favorite Stampin’ Up! projects.Let’s discover the joy of being a demonstrator together!

Stampin' Up! Joining Promotion

Join by end of day MT, 29 February 2024 – that TODAY – and choose between two fabulous offers:

Option 1: Get $125 worth of product PLUS our new Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio (a $60 value) for just $99!

Option 2: Get $125 worth of product PLUS an additional $30 worth of product of your choice when you join for $99. That’s a $155 value!

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The Jan- April 2024 Mini Catalog is good through the end of April. Click HERE to see those products.

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

Make someone happy by sending them a handmade card made with love.

Stampin’ Up! Layered Florals 3D EF Sympathy Card

Hello folks. The Layered Florals 3D Embossing Folder is just beautiful. I’ve paired it with the Thoughtful Expressions Bundle and Lifetime of Love stamp set, all of which may be found in the Jan-Apr 2024 Mini Catalog.

Stampin' Up! Layered Florals 3D EF Sympathy Card front

I used a Thick Basic White card base and paired it with Azure Afternoon card stock. I ran the Azure Afternoon panel through the Layered Florals 3D Embossing Folder to get this marvelous deep impression. I pulled out the Whisper White re-inker and put a couple of drops on an acrylic block. With a sponge dauber, I tapped into the ink then swiped the dauber gently across the raised parts of the panel. As various portions dried the ink became lighter and I kept applying where I wanted a bit more of the white, until I was satisfied.I adhered this to the card base with liquid glue. I used my embossing buddy to clean all static from a Basic White scrap, stamped the sentiment in VersaMark ink, sprinkled it with Silver Embossing Powder and heat set with the heat tool. I love watching the silver as it melts and becomes shiny. The sentiment is from Thoughtful Expressions stamp set. I die cut the piece with the Thoughtful Expressions Dies. I looped a piece of the Silver trim from the Gold & Silver Trim Combo Pack, to make it look like a bow and adhered it in place with glue dots. I added dimensionals to the die cut sentiment piece and attached it over the bow. As a final touch, I added three Festive Pearls in Silver.

Stampin' Up! Layered Florals 3D EF Sympathy card inside

For the inside… I again used the Layered Florals 3D Embossing Folder to create an edge pattern on the sentiment insert. I stamped the sentiment in Azure Afternoon ink using the Thoughtful expressions stamp set.

Stampin' Up! Layered Florals 3D EF Sympathy card & envelope

For the envelope… I embossed the flap with the same Layered Florals 3D Embossing Folder, then stamped this lovely flower in Azure Afternoon ink. The flower is so similar to the large flowers of the embossing folder, I simply HAD to use it. It comes from the Lifetime of Love stamp set.(which also has gorgeous coordinating dies BTW!)

The Jan-Apr 2024 Mini Catalog has the embossing folder listed on page 65; Thoughtful Expressions bundle on 62 and Lifetime of Love bundle on page 16.. If you do not have a demonstrator, reach out to me and I’ll send a catalog right away, plus a Jan-Feb Sale-a-Bration catalog as well. Sale-a-Bration is a special time for Stampin’ Up! folks – a time when there are product bonuses for qualifying orders. For instance, a $50 order qualifies for certain FREE ITEMS in the Sale-a-Bration Catalog and a $100 purchase qualifies for other FREE PRODUCT in that catalog. And there’s no limit to the free items. And if you think you might want to join as a demonstrator, there are bonuses there as well – extra special bonuses not offered at other times. See below for more info about joining.

Stampin' Up! Jan-Feb Sale-a-Bration

Click here to see the list of products available with at least a $50 order (prior to taxes & shipping)

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Stampin' Up! More to Sale-a-brate

Ready for more? There are EVEN MORE PRODUCTS available to shop, earn, and redeem during Sale-A-Bration. We don’t want you to miss out on these great products and incredible deals, so take a look at our newly added products.

Remember, the item numbers in the flyer must be used in order to redeem these products as Sale-A-Bration items. These products have different item numbers in the catalog, which won’t register as part of Sale-A-Bration.

The two kits included with Sale-A-Bration 2nd Release have been marked to discontinue once out of stock. If they do not sell out during Sale-A-Bration, they may be discounted at a later date. 

Note: The newly added products that are now redeemable during Sale-A-Bration are part of Stampin’ Up!’s existing product offering.

Stampin' Up! MORE TO SALE-A-BRATE! FLYER

Nothing brings people together quite like creativity. As an independent demonstrator, you can share what you love and expand your circle of friends to build a close-knit, collaborative community of crafters. You’ll meet, connect, learn from, and create with other demonstrators from all around the world through virtual events, in-person conventions, support groups, and social media. And don’t forget the importance of hosting your own crafting parties! You can host events with your favorite people and show off your favorite Stampin’ Up! projects. Let’s discover the joy of being a demonstrator together!

Join by 29 February 2024 and choose between two fabulous offers:

Option 1: Get $125 worth of product PLUS our new Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio (a $60 value) for just $99!

Option 2: Get $125 worth of product PLUS an additional $30 worth of product of your choice when you join for $99. That’s a $155 value!

Click here to JOIN MY TEAM

There’s MORE from Stampin’ UP!

Stampin’ Up! also has a KITS COLLECTION and is offering two new kits. See those below.

163865

BIRTHDAY SPARKLE KIT (ENGLISH)
$23.00
Stampin' Up! Birthday Kit, ONLINE EXCLUSIVE
Stampin' Up! Birthday Sparkle Kit stamps

Stampin' Up! Happy Houseplants kit
Stampin' Up! Happy Houseplant Kit parts

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HAPPY HOUSEPLANTS KIT
$25.00

The Happy Houseplants Kit is an adorable home decor crafting kit! This kit comes with four 6″ x 6″ (15.2 x 15.2 cm) white frames and precut paper pieces for you to curl and assemble inside the frame. You’ll end up with four coordinated houseplant decor pieces. They can stand by themselves, or you can hang them on your wall. Either way, your houseguests will be amazed that you created it yourself!

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

Stampin’ Up! Lasting Joy with Hello, Irresistible DSP

Happy Wednesday, middle of the week. Hope it has been good so far. A friend of mine is going through a hard time and I feel really badly for her. So what do I do – besides call – I make a card. Imagine that! :O)

Stampin' Up! Lasting Joy w/ Hello, Irrisistible DSP

I layered a panel of the Hello, Irresistible DSP (ON SALE JUN 1 and an ONLINE EXCLUSIVE!) to a Basic Black piece just a smidge larger, wrapped a length of the Bordered Ribbon in Lost Lagoon around the two and adhered them directly to the Thick Basic White card base. Using the 1 3/4″ circle punch (ONLINE EXCLUSIVE), I punched two circles: one from another piece of the Hello, Irresistible DSP and another from Basic Black. I adhered the two together with an upper edge of the black showing. I put these two circle on dimensionals and added them to the card front over the ribbon. I added a length of the same ribbon, slipping it under the ribbon already in place, tied a single knot and scooted it close to the circle. I placed a glue dot under the knot to hold it in place. Lasting Joy stamp set has some really nice sentiments. I stamped this on a Basic White in Memento ink and trimmed the strip down to size. I added a Basic Black strip behind it with liquid glue and trimmed the ends, adhering these on the circle with liquid glue. I added three Loose Frosted Dots for charm.

Stampin' Up! Lasting Joy w/ Hello, Irrisistible DSP, inside

For the inside, to carry through with the Basic Black, I added a panel to the inside of the card. I stamped a Basic White panel with Memento ink for the sentiment (yes, Lasting Joy stamp set!) and the sweet flower in Lost Lagoon and Flirty Flamingo inks. Yep – these come from Lasting Joy stamp set! I added another of the Loose Frosted Dots to the flower center. This panel was added to the black piece and the card was complete.

Stampin' Up! Lasting Joy w/ Hello, Irrisistible stamp set, card & envelope.

For the envelope… more of the Hello, Irresistible DSP to the flap and another leaf & flower stamped on the card front. Again, Lasting Joy stamp set, Lost Lagoon and Flirty Flamingo inks. The colors on this card are soothing and the words are hopefully comforting for my hurting friend. She tells me she saves all my cards and sometimes will display them together on her mantle. Isn’t that just the sweetest?

If you do not have a demonstrator and would like to order from me or need a catalog, I would like to help you create. When ordering $50 or more in product (before shipping/ taxes), use my HOST CODE 64NDVS4D to receive Star Rewards and a SU! gift valued to $10. Star Rewards build up so that when you have 8 rewards from me, you can receive a stamp set valued to $40. :O) And when your order is $50 or more prior to Shipping/ taxes, you also receive the monthly tutorial. :O)

You may order from me here.

Stampin’ Up! has kits that are super quick and easy to make – great for a gathering as all elements are provided in the kit. Talk about CELEBRATE!

Stampin' Up! Kits Collection - Confetti Birthday

162390

CONFETTI BIRTHDAY KIT

$23.00 USD | $32.00 CAD

Available starting 2 May

Also available in French (item 16239

This month’s kit includes:

  • Enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs
  • 9 coordinating envelopes
  • Confetti Birthday photopolymer stamp set
  • One Blueberry Bushel Ink Spot
  • Printed card bases, card fronts, self-adhesive cellophane shaker bags, die-cut pieces, holographic foil labels, adhesive, embellishments, and a clear block
  • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Blueberry Bushel, Coastal Cabana, Crushed Curry, Flirty Flamingo, Lemon Lime Twist, Poppy Parade

You may order kits from me here.

Stampin' Up! Paper Pumpkin

Stampin’ Up! has a monthly subscription for Paper Pumpkin that is also a kit all in one. The first order includes an acrylic block which can be used for all Paper Pumpkin kits after that. This particular kit must be ordered by June 10. Click on the photo above to go straight to my Paper Pumpkin area to subscribe :O) Click here to purchase Paper Pumpkin.

Stampin' Up! ONLINE EXCLUSIVES

Stampin' Up! Designer Series Paper Sale

SALES PERIOD: 1–30 JUNE you may find these on pages 129-133 in the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog – except for the ONLINE EXCLUSIVE PAPER.

  • All order types qualify for this promotion.
  • There is no limit to how many packages of Designer Series Paper may be purchased during this promotion.
  • Only select Designer Series Papers are available at a 15% discount during this promotion. Please reference the table below or the flyer in the marketing toolkit to see the papers included in the sale.
  • Orders must be placed—and closed—during the promotion period for the 15% discount to apply.
  • Designer Series Paper ordered as part of a Starter Kit or with Stampin’ Rewards qualify for the 15% discount.
  • Designer Series Papers are from the new 2023–2024 Annual Catalog (p. 129–132) and Online Exclusives.

161449 Bright & Beautiful 6×6 DSP $10.62

161467 Countryside Inn 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161640 Delightfully Eclectic 12 x 12 DSP $25.50

161503 Earthen Elegance 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161289 Fresh As A Daisy 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

163170 Glorious Gingham 6×6 DSP $8.92

161139 Hello, Irresistible6x6 DSP (ONLINE EXCLUSIVE) $10.62

161157 Inked Botanicals 6×6 DSP $10.62

161322 Les Shoppes 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161534 Let’s Go Fishing 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161192 Masterfully Made 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161175 Stargazing 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

161304 Zoo Crew 12 x 12 DSP $10.62

REMEMBER, THIS SALE BEGINS JUNE 1!

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

Stampin’ Up! Irresistible Blooms Sympathy

Hello Monday! This is the beginning o a new week… do you have special plans? So far, mine is the routine stuff and right now, that works for me. Today’s card uses the Irresistible Blooms Bundle from the ONLINE EXCLUSIVES because I haven’t shared it yet 😀 and I need to send it. It’s super soft in color cuz’ the pain of loss in this instance is really hard.

Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms Sympathy.1

I used Shimmery White card stock for my base and added a strip of the Hello, Irresistible 6×6 DSP, a little less than 1 1/2 in width . I next die cut the ‘overlay’ from another piece of Shimmery card stock using the Irresistible Blooms Dies and adhered with dabs of glue. If I had been thinking… just sayin’… I would have used an adhesive sheet under the Shimmery Paper to do the delicate die cut – it would have gone on so easily! Next I die cut the double leaf and the rose from two different sheets of the Hello, Irresistible 6×6 DSP and the delicate white leaves were die cut from regular Basic White. The large rose was added with dimensionals and the leaves slipped under with dabs of liquid glue, layering as shown. I stamped the sentiment from Inspired Thoughts stamp set in Petal Pink ink. I added three Loose Frosted Dots in yellow and the front was done.

Stampin' Up! Irresistible Blooms Sympathy.inside

For the inside, I stamped the smaller rose image in Petal Pink ink, then added the ‘blotches’, also in Petal Pink ink. Both come from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set. I adhered a 5/8″ strip of the same Hello, Irresistible 6×6 DSP to the left side. Finally, I stamped the sentiment in Petal Pink ink using the Inspired Thoughts stamp set.

The envelope is very similar to the inside of the card: small rose stamped in Petal Pink ink followed by adding blotches in same ink – both from the Irresistible Blooms stamp set. A piece of the Hello, Irresistible 6×6 DSP was adhered to the flap & trimmed to fit.

Here are the products listed in today’s card.

The card above is created with mostly ONLINE EXCLUSIVE products, meaning the suite shown in the product list will not be found in a catalog, only ONLINE. …Click here to go my store to find other ONLINE EXCLUSIVE items. Note: Make sure that you can see my name on the final checkout so you know you’re ordering from me. 😀 When you order… remember to use my current HOST CODE XFYQSSE9 to earn credit from me. Here’s how it works… when you place an order of $50 or more (before shipping & taxes), you receive from me a SU! item valued up to $10 + Star-Studded Rewards. If your order exceeds $150, do not use my HOST CODE as SU! has it’s own rewards from which you may choose. You will still receive that FREE ITEM valued up to $10 from me + the Star-Studded Rewards. 😁👍 Please note… I have had to remove card stock as a free item due to increased cost of mailing – ugh.

Get ready for the latest addition to the Kits Collection by Stampin’ Up! The Colorful Kaleidoscope Kit is filled with geometric shapes and unique kaleidoscopic patterns. It’s time to give a card that no one will forget! 

Stampin' Up! Colorful Kaleidoscope kit
Stampin' Up! Colorful Kaleidoscope kit parts
Stampin' Up! Colorful Kaleidoscope kit stamps

161804

COLORFUL KALEIDOSCOPE KIT

$23.00 USD | $32.00 CAD

Available starting 1 March

GET YOURS NOW! Click here to go my store to see more of the many kits available.

Stampin Up! Fancy Flora Sympathy for the Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

Welcome to the weekly Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop… and we have a sketch challenge today.

Stampin' Up! Blog Hop Sketch Challenge
Stampin' Up! Happy Inkin' Thursday Blog Hop

You may have come from the fabulous Tara or you may have jumped right in here… however you arrived, welcome! You will find some mighty fine creations today, so make the rounds and enjoy.

tam

Fun sketch and pretty easy to follow. My card base is Thick Basic White with a layer of Sahara Sand angled ‘catywompas’. The top layer is the Fancy Flora 6×6 DSP, also angled. I stamped the sentiment using Soft Suede ink and the Two-Tone Flora stamp set on a Basic White piece. This was die cut with the sentiment die from Ginkgo Branch Dies. I love the detail on this die! A length of Grosgrain Ribbon in Pool Party was folded and added with Stampin’ Seal+ then dimensionals were added to the back of the sentiment & attached to the card front. Three Glossy Dots Assortment in Pool Party were attached to the sentiment.

Stampin' Up! Fancy Flora DSP Sympathy.Th.hop

For the inside… the flowers were stamped in Soft Succulent and Evening Evergreen using the Two-Tone Flora stamp set. I used a Soft Suede Marker to add some swirls. The sentiment was stamped in Soft Suede using a saying from the Two-Tone Flora stamp set. The Basic White panel was added to the inside of the card and – done!

Stampin' Up! Fancy Flora 6x6 DSP Sympathy.2
Stampin' Up! Fancy Flora 6x6 DSP Sympathy.3

For the envelope, more of the Fancy Flora 6×6 DSP adhered to the flap & trimmed to fit.

Now – time to fast forward to visit each of those participating on the blog hop. Click the ‘next button or a name to get there. Enjoy!

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Jaimie Babarczy

Karen Finkle

Akiko Sudano

Karen Ksenzakovic

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright ~ you are here 😀

Carol Buckalew

These new products are wonderful to create & play. Want to be able to create this… order from my online store (Click here to go my store) or JOIN MY TEAM with the awesome promotion by Stampin’ Up! Keep reading for more info.

If you would like to order from my online store, that’s really easy to do. And remember to use my current HOST CODE UBG3N32X to earn credit from me. Here’s how it works… when you place an order of $50 or more (before shipping & taxes), you receive from me a SU! item valued up to $10 + Star-Studded Rewards. If your order exceeds $150, do not use my HOST CODE as SU! has it’s own rewards from which you may choose. You will still receive that FREE ITEM valued up to $10 from me + the Star-Studded Rewards. 😁👍

For every $50 that you order from my online store (before shipping & taxes) and when you add my current Host Code, you will earn 1 STAR Reward.  Orders of $49.99 or below DO NOT earn any rewards.Example $50 = 1 STAR Reward, $100 = 2 STAR Rewards , $150 = 3 STAR Rewards etc. When you have earned 8 STAR Rewards you will get a FREE product order valued up to $40.00, your choice, and mailed directly to you! Is that a deal or what??? You also earn my monthly Online Class Tutorial of exclusive projects when you place an order. For any order $50 or more you will also receive 1 free gift from me valued up to $10. Remember to use MY current HOST CODE: UBG3N32X Click here to go my store. 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!

And here’s another thing to consider when joining during this time period – during Sale-a bration for every $50 increment of purchase you receive FREE Stampin’ Up! product from the Sale-a-bration Catalog. You can order product from the current 2022-2023 Annual Catalog or from the Jan-April 2023 Mini Catalog and still get that same FREE product during Sale-a-bration. And this Jan-Feb for Sale-a-bration is the ONLY Sale-a-bration this year!!! Don’t forget that when joining, you automatically receive a 20% discount on all Stampin’ Up! products.

Stampin' Up! Joining Promotion
  • Option 1: The exclusive Boho Blue Mini Machine ($63 value) + your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $129.
  • Option 2: The original white Mini Machine ($63 value) + your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $129.
  • Option 3: Your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $99.

*That’s $50 more product than the standard Starter Kit offer! JOIN MY TEAM – you may do that here.

The Boho Blue Mini Machine (161104) is the same as the White Mini Cut & Emboss machine – only in Boho Blue – a new In Color that will be introduced for 2023-2025.

The January-February Sale-a-bration event has a buy, host and join promotion! Above is the JOIN! Next is the SHOP!

Stampin' Up! SHOP promotion
  • Spend $50 or more and pick from 7 new products (4 stamp sets and 3 paper packs!) that are available as free items!
  • Spend $100 or more and pick from 2 new items (1 paper pack and 1 stamp set that are) that are available as free items!
Stampin' Up! HOST promotion

There is a new host exclusive stamp set called Scenic Garden that will be available for FREE with either a personal order of $300+ or a party with sales totaling $300+!

Let me know if you are interested & I’ll set up a personal HOST CODE for you & your friends to see if you can collect orders to reach the $300 point to get that free stamp set!

The new Saying Thanks Kit is another great option to add when you join… but you don’t have to join to purchase the kit!

Stampin' Up! Saying Thanks kit
Stampin' Up! Saying Thanks kit parts

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SAYING THANKS KIT

$13.00 USD | $18.00 CAD

Each kit comes with precut die cuts in Dutch, English, French and German

Available starting 5 January 2023

This kit includes:

  • Enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes.
  • Printed die-cut words, precut pieces, and enough adhesive to complete projects.
  • White baker’s twine and iridescent diamond sequins.
  • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm).
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green, Poppy Parade, Tahitian Tide

Below is the list of products to make today’s project. Simply click & order from me! If you have questions, please reach out!

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

Stampin’ Up! Day At The Farm DSP for the Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop

Good Thursday morning and WECOME to the Happy Inkin’ Thursday Blog Hop! You’re going to see some pretty awesome cards today so be sure to make the full circuit. Today is also the day the January – April 2023 Mini Catalog goes live – woohoo!

Stampin' Up! Happy Inkin' Thursday Blog Hop
Stampin ' Up! Sketch Challenge

This sketch challenge just said DSP to me – so I’m showcasing a piece of the Day At The Farm DSP from the Sale-a-bration Catalog. Yep – it’s free with a $50 order – any Stampin’ Up! products!

Stampin' Up! Day at the Farm sympathy

This is a very masculine kind of card, isn’t it? And you know what, this layout could be used for a lot of Designer Series Papers and be totally different each time. I like that about a layout. This is for a family that lost their dog recently, and if you’re a pet lover, you know how devastating that can be.Their unconditional love and allegiance cannot be matched by a human being. Before I get too philosophical – let’s get the details on this card. This front DSP panel from Day at the Farm DSP pack, is Sahara Sand and I’ve added it to a Cherry Cobbler layer, put that on dimensionals and adhered it to the Sahara Sand card base. The sentiment comes from the Adorable Owls stamp set – another FREE ITEM with a $50 order in the Sale-a-bration catalog. I stamped the sentiment in Cherry Cobbler ink on a Basic White strip and simply trimmed it to the length I wanted. I adhered that to a slightly larger Cherry Cobbler strip. I took a length of one of the twines in the Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack that looks similar to Sahara Sand in color and wrapped it around the strip and tied a knot in front. I added three Brushed Metallic Adhesive-Backed Dots then added dimesnionals and attached it to the front of the card.

For the inside… there is something to say for retired sets – and well, some you just can’t get rid of. Pampered Pets and it’s coordinating dog punch is one of those sets. This little food bowl with a doggie footprint on it is just too perfect for this situation and I had to use it. The sentiment is stamped in Sahara Sand ink and the bowl in Memento Black ink on the Basic White panel. Yep, mounted on Cherry Cobbler and added to the inside of the card. Done!

For the envelope I used more of the Day at the Farm DSP for the flap. LOVE THIS PLAID! The dog is punched from a piece of the Fancy Flora DSP – the dog was a yellow lab and this just seemed to fit the situation. The heart is part of the punch and the reverse side of that same Fancy Flora DSP. How perfect could it be?! And the card is complete… my apologies for using something that cannot be ordered, but, well, I had to.

Now – time to visit the others on the hop! Go the fabulous Carol by clicking on the ‘next’ link or visit someone else by clicking on their name. Enjoy the hop!

Amy Koenders

Mary Deatherage

Jaimie Babarczy

Karen Finkle

Akiko Sudano

Karen Ksenzakovic

Tara Carpenter

Terry Lynn Bright

Carol Buckalew

Stampin' Up! Jan-Apr 2023 Mini Catalog
Stampin' Up! Jan-Feb 2023 Sale-a-bration

If you do not have a catalog, please reach out to me… but you can see what’s in the catalog by clicking on the catalog photo :O) If you do not have a Sale-a-bration Catalog, click on that photo for a view of the FREEBIES available for various purchase amounts.

Today also begins a JOINING SPECIAL PROMOTION – and it lasts from now, Jan 5, 2023 to the end of February~ for $99 you choose the products you want AND from January 5 – February 28, 2023 you get $175 worth of product. See these options:

Stampin' Up! Joining Promotion
  • Option 1: The exclusive Boho Blue Mini Machine ($63 value) + your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $129.
  • Option 2: The original white Mini Machine ($63 value) + your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $129.
  • Option 3: Your choice of $175* of Stampin’ Up! products for only $99.

*That’s $50 more product than the standard Starter Kit offer!

The Boho Blue Mini Machine (161104) is the same as the White Mini Cut & Emboss machine – only in Boho Blue – a new In Color that will be introduced for 2023-2025.

Stampin' Up! Boho Blue Mini Die Cut & Emboss Machine

Would love you to JOIN MY TEAM and be a part of this fabulous community. you may do that here.

The new Saying Thanks Kit is another great option to add when you join…

Stampin' Up! 
Saying Thanks kit
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SAYING THANKS KIT

$13.00 USD | $18.00 CAD

Each kit comes with precut die cuts in Dutch, English, French and German

Available starting 5 January 2023

This kit includes:

  • Enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes.
  • Printed die-cut words, precut pieces, and enough adhesive to complete projects.
  • White baker’s twine and iridescent diamond sequins.
  • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm).
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Daffodil Delight, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green, Poppy Parade, Tahitian Tide.

If kits are your thing – check out this link for more options

And here’s another thing to consider when joining during this time period – during Sale-a bration for every $50 increment of purchase you receive FREE Stampin’ Up! product from the Sale-a-bration Catalog. You can order product from the current 2022-2023 Annual Catalog or from the Jan-April 2023 Mini Catalog and still get that same FREE product during Sale-a-bration. And this Jan-Feb for Sale-a-bration is the ONLY Sale-a-bration this year!!! Don’t forget that when joining, you automatically receive a 10% discount on all Stampin’ Up! products.

My Star-Studded Rewards as a THANK YOU

Would love you to JOIN MY TEAM and be a part of this fabulous community. you may do that here.

If you would like to order from my online store, that’s really easy to do. And remember to use my current HOST CODE UBG3N32X to earn credit from me. Here’s how it works… when you place an order of $50 or more (before shipping & taxes), you receive from me a SU! item valued up to $10 + Star-Studded Rewards. If your order exceeds $150, do not use my HOST CODE as SU! has it’s own rewards from which you may choose. You will still receive that FREE ITEM valued up to $10 from me + the Star-Studded Rewards. 😁👍

For every $50 that you order from my online store (before shipping & taxes) and when you add my current Host Code, you will earn 1 STAR Reward.  Orders of $49.99 or below DO NOT earn any rewards.Example $50 = 1 STAR Reward, $100 = 2 STAR Rewards , $150 = 3 STAR Rewards etc. When you have earned 8 STAR Rewards you will get a FREE product order valued up to $40.00, your choice, and mailed directly to you! Is that a deal or what??? You also earn my monthly Online Class Tutorial of exclusive projects when you place an order. For any order $50 or more you will also receive 1 free gift from me valued up to $10. Remember to use MY current HOST CODE: UBG3N32X Click here to go my store. 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!

Stampin’ Up! Framed Florets, Silver Sympathy

Good Friday morning. It’s close to the weekend and in less than 10 days, it will be Christmas! Yikes… so much to do yet – well, wrapping mostly. I’ve a soft, sympathy card for you today, made with the Framed Florets and coordinating Framed Florets Dies.

Stampin' Up! Framed Florets Bundle

My card base is Basic Gray, but I’ve covered the front with Gingham Cottage DSP. I then took a smaller panel of Basic White and die cut the frame and center oval. I stamped the oval in Memento ink with the Inspired Thoughts stamp set. All three panels were adhered to the card front. I then die cut from Silver Foil, the wonderful leaves using the Framed Florets Dies, and adhered them in place with liquid adhesive. The flower is also stamped in Memento ink, then colored with Flirty Flamingo Stampin’ Blends. This was adhered with dimensionals. For a final touch I added three Festive Pearls in Silver – and the card front was complete.

Stampin' Up! Framed Florets, Silver Sympathy, inside

For the inside this sentiment was perfect – and it comes again from Inspired Thoughts stamp set. It was stamped on a Basic White panel in Memento ink. I then took a Blending Brush and added ever so slightly, some Basic Gray all around the edges. And finally, I added a strip of the Gingham Cottage DSP to the panel and adhered it in place.

Stampin' Up! Framed Florets, Silver 
Sympathy, completed

For the envelope, more of the Gingham Cottage in Basic Gray for the flap, trimmed to fit – and the card is ready to send. It will go out in today’s mail, to a friend who recently lost her hubby.

If you would like to order any of the products to make this card from my online store or any other items, that’s really easy to do. And remember to use my current HOST CODE 4BGN9HG4 to earn credit from me. Here’s how it works… when you place an order of $50 or more (before shipping & taxes), you receive from me a SU! item valued up to $10 + Star-Studded Rewards. If your order exceeds $150, do not use my HOST CODE as SU! has it’s own rewards from which you may choose. You will still receive that FREE ITEM valued up to $10 from me + the Star-Studded Rewards. 😁👍

My Star-Studded Rewards as a THANK YOU

For every $50 that you order from my online store (before shipping & taxes) and when you add my current Host Code, you will earn 1 STAR Reward.  Orders of $49.99 or below DO NOT earn any rewards.Example $50 = 1 STAR Reward, $100 = 2 STAR Rewards , $150 = 3 STAR Rewards etc. When you have earned 8 STAR Rewards you will get a FREE product order valued up to $40.00, your choice, and mailed directly to you! Is that a deal or what??? You also earn my monthly Online Class Tutorial of exclusive projects when you place an order. For any order $50 or more you will also receive 1 free gift from me valued up to $10. Remember to use MY current HOST CODE: 4BGN9HG4 Click here to go my store.

Click here to download the list of LAST CHANCE items from the Jul-Dec Mini Catalog.

The July–December 2022 Mini Catalog will be retiring soon! It’s always bittersweet to see a classic Stampin’ Up! catalog take a trip to retirement. But, we’re looking forward to all the new products on their way—and we hope you are, too!

Stock up on your favorite products before they’re gone for good! Save up to 60% on essential craft supplies. What are you waiting for? Start shopping! After all, this selection of Last Chance Products is only available while supplies last.

Click here to download the CARRYOVER LIST of items from the Jul-Dec Mini Catalog

This sale is only Dec 1 – Jan 4 – don’t wait until the last minute or what you really want may no longer be available. 😀

Click here for the CLEARANCE RACK – remember, only available while supplies last!

Stampin’ Up! has some fabulous products available right now…

Stampin' Up! Love Treats kit
Stampin' Up! Love Treats supplies
Stampin' Up! Love Treats stamps

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LOVE TREATS KIT

$21 USD | $29 CAD

Available starting December 7

This month’s kit includes: 

  • 20 treat boxes measuring 3″ x 2″ x 15/16″ (7.6 x 5.08 x 2.3 cm)
  • One photopolymer love-themed stamp set
  • One Basic Gray Ink Spot
  • Different die-cut stickers with heart designs
  • Coordinating colors include Petal Pink and Soft Succulent
  • Building the 20 treat boxes takes less than 60 minutes to complete

If you would like to see all the kits Stampin’ Up has available click here.

OK~ what else… lots of fabulous finds for gifting others – or yourself…

Stampin' Up! Timeless Greetings kit
Stampin' Up!Timeless Greetings stamps in kit
  • Kit contains enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs—and 8 coordinating envelopes.
  • Includes printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, embellishments, and a clear block.
  • Available in English and French
  • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Soft Suede.

Wouldn’t this kit be great for making masculine cards? For me, having a stack of these ready at my fingertips would be a real advantage. And we have several friends who love to travel and I just see this as a perfect justification 👍. We made this kit at convention recently

Stampin' Up! Birthday Card Orgainzer kit

161056 BIRTHDAY CARD ORGANIZER KIT. $25 USD | $34 CAD

  • Kit includes one 8″ x 10″ (20.3 x 25.4 cm) monthly planner with space to record birthdays each month as well as a pocket sleeve to hold birthday cards.
  • Includes 12 full-size birthday cards, 6 of 2 designs, and 12 coordinating envelopes.
  • Includes Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesive-Backed Embellishments, and Tear & Tape Adhesive
  • Includes die-cut florals and pieces ready for you to use­—no prep work required!
  • Includes sticker sentiments and die-cut labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Evening Evergreen, Petal Pink, Sahara Sand, and Soft Succulent

If you would like to see all the kits Stampin’ Up has available click here

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

Make someone happy sending them a handmade card filled with love.

Stampin’ Up! Something Fancy Sympathy Fun Fold

Good Monday to you. Sympathy cards are so very difficult and yet, necessary. Have I said that before? I tend to make sympathy cards for a specific person – and maybe that’s why it’s hard for me. I’m remembering the person who passed and get focused on the memories. So I struggle a bit. This card is in memory of a special woman, one who battled Lewey Body Dementia for six very long years. She and her husband have been so amazingly strong. And now her battle is over and she is at peace.

I’m using some new products from the January-April 2023 Mini Catalog:the Something Fancy stamp set and coordinating Something Fancy Dies. Notice how Stampin’ Up! is now using same names for coordinating stamp sets & dies?! YAY, YAY! Thank you Stampin’ Up! Here is the stamp set & coordinating dies. I’m excited to have some wonderful banner/ sentiment dies.

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omething Fancy Sym pathy
Stampin' Up! Something Fancy Dies

And now my card…

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Fun Fold.2

The DSP is Fitting Florets 12×12 DSP – available right now. It coordinates with the Framed Florets bundle – the Fitting Florets Collection. Let me tell you how to make this beautiful card.

Begin with a standard 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 card base and score on the long side 1″ and 4 1/4″. Fold back the 1″ area on itself. Decorate panels… I used the Fitting Florets DSP and also used the Quatrefoil Embossing Folder in two areas. The front embossed piece is 2 1/2 x 3 1/2. After embossing, it was adhered to a larger panel 2 3/4 x 3 3/4. I used one of the dies in the Framed Florets Dies to trim out a flower from the Fitting Florets 12×12 DSP. I stamped the sentiment from Something Fancy stamp set and die cut it with one of the dies in the Something Fancy Dies. I adhered the die cut floral bouquet to the front of this sentiment banner, put dimensionals on the back of both and attached it to the rectangle. The rectangle was adhered to the 1″ panel, centering in top to bottom. Really like this Quatrefoil EF as a backdrop for the sentiment & floral bouquet.

Stampin' Up! Something Fancy Sympathy Fun Fold, inside.1
Stampin' Up! Something Fancy Sympathy Fun Fold, inside.2

For the inside on the left, a panel of the Fitting Florets 12×12 DSP. On the right a 1 1/2″ x 5 1/2″ strip embossed with the Quatrefoil Embossing Folder adhered to the far right edge. I then stamped the sentiment from Inspired Thoughts stamp set in Night of Navy ink. I added Adhesive-Backed Swirls~ and the card was done. I really like how this card turned out: beautiful for a beautiful woman.

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For the envelope – super easy – more of the Fitting Florets DSP adhered to the envelope flap & trimmed to fit.

If you would like to order from my online store, that’s really easy to do. And remember to use my current HOST CODE 4GWG47JC to earn credit from me. Here’s how it works… when you place an order of $50 or more (before shipping & taxes), you receive from me a SU! item valued up to $10 + Star-Studded Rewards. If your order exceeds $150, do not use my HOST CODE as SU! has it’s own rewards from which you may choose. You will still receive that FREE ITEM valued up to $10 from me + the Star-Studded Rewards. 😁👍

My Star-Studded Rewards as a THANK YOU

For every $50 that you order from my online store (before shipping & taxes) and when you add my current Host Code, you will earn 1 STAR Reward.  Orders of $49.99 or below DO NOT earn any rewards.Example $50 = 1 STAR Reward, $100 = 2 STAR Rewards , $150 = 3 STAR Rewards etc. When you have earned 8 STAR Rewards you will get a FREE product order valued up to $40.00, your choice, and mailed directly to you! Is that a deal or what??? You also earn my monthly Online Class Tutorial of exclusive projects when you place an order. For any order $50 or more you will also receive 1 free gift from me valued up to $10. Remember to use MY current HOST CODE: 4GWG47JC Click here to go my store.

Let’s just also say… the Retiring list for the Jul-Dec 2022 Catalog is published as well as the CARRYOVER LIST. Items go fast – so order EARLY! Please see that information below. You may find the Jul-Dec Retiring List by clicking here. You may find the CARRYOVER LIST here.

New item available 15 November is this awesome kit: Timeless Greetings.

Stampin' Up! Timeless Greetings kit
Stampin' Up! Timeless Greetings stamps

Item # 61062

TIMELESS GREETINGS KIT

$21 USD | $29 CAD

  • Kit contains enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs—and 8 coordinating envelopes.
  • Includes printed card bases, printed die cuts, adhesive, embellishments, and a clear block.
  • Available in English and French
  • Finished card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Basic Gray, Cajun Craze, Crumb Cake, Evening Evergreen, Soft Suede.

Wouldn’t this kit be great for making masculine cards? For me, having a stack of these ready at my fingertips would be a real advantage. And we have several friends who love to travel and I just see this as a perfect justification 👍. We made this kit at conference recently ~ here are real-life photos

Stampin' Up! Timeless Greetings Kit.completed.1
Stampin' Up! Timeless Grteetings kit.completed.2

Also now available… and this is product used in today’s card :O)

Stampin' Up! Fitting Florets Collection

If you would like to see cards I have made with these new products, look here, here, here and here.

The following exclusive products are only available while supplies last:

  • Framed & Festive Cling Stamp Set (item 160888)*
  • Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper (item 161814)
  • Gold Adhesive-Backed Swirls (item 161822)

The following will be available for purchase in the Mini Catalog starting January 2023:

  • Framed Florets Bundle (item 162407)
  • Framed Florets Photopolymer Stamp Set (item 161815)*
  • Framed Florets Dies (item 160623)

Let me explain just a bit… this collection is available right now. However, only those items listed in the second set will be available in the coming year. Does that clarify for you – a bit? This is a promotion to get you excited about the NEW Jan – Jun 2023 Mini Catalog. 👍👍👍 The full collection is available by using this item number 163129.

Opportunities for some gift ideas to friends, family – or yourself!

Stampin' Up! Birthday Card Organizer kit

161056 BIRTHDAY CARD ORGANIZER KIT. $25 USD | $34 CAD

  • Kit includes one 8″ x 10″ (20.3 x 25.4 cm) monthly planner with space to record birthdays each month as well as a pocket sleeve to hold birthday cards.
  • Includes 12 full-size birthday cards, 6 of 2 designs, and 12 coordinating envelopes.
  • Includes Glue Dots, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Adhesive-Backed Embellishments, and Tear & Tape Adhesive
  • Includes die-cut florals and pieces ready for you to use­—no prep work required!
  • Includes sticker sentiments and die-cut labels in Dutch, English, French, and German
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Evening Evergreen, Petal Pink, Sahara Sand, and Soft Succulent

Stampin' Up! Christmas Gifting kit

60342 CHRISTMAS GIFTING KIT $21 USD | $29 CAD

  • Kit includes 9 tags and 9 gift card holders—3 each of 3 designs
  • Includes the exclusive Christmas Gifting Stamp Set and a Shaded Spruce Classic Stampin’ Spot
  • Sized to fit standard gift cards
  • Coordinating colors: Basic Black, black foil, Mint Macaron, Real Red, Shaded Spruce

I think there are lots of ideas for you today:, gift ideas, Retiring list

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

Stampin’ Up! Masculine Sympathy

Good Saturday morning! A dear woman friend passed away this week and I needed a sympathy card for her husband. I pulled out the Sun Prints DSP and Natural Prints Dies to get a start. Gosh, Stampin’ Up has some gorgeous Designer Series Papers! I wanted something fairly plain for this card ~ and the husband may not appreciate the handmade card, but I’m hoping the rest of the family will. You see, I have this ‘thing’ about handmade cards/ gifts/ foods, I give from the heart and so these things are giving a part of me. This card is very simple, but it’s still a gift from the heart.

Stampin' Up Masculine Sympathy

I began with a Starry Sky card base and this shadow-like piece of Sun Prints DSP. On my desk were these die cut in vellum sprays from the Organic Beauty Dies and I die cut one more in Basic White using the Natural Prints Dies. On another piece of the Sun Prints DSP, I stamped this sentiment ‘frame’ using the Lovely & Lasting stamp set and Gray Granite ink. I then stamped the sentiment in the center using the Inspired Thoughts stamp set and Gray Granite ink. I punched it out with the Lovely Labels Punch. I added the natural sprays to the back with Stampin’ Seal, then added dimensionals and attached it to the Sun Prints DSP. I felt it needed something else so made a double bow, kind of folded it in half, put a glue dot on it and slipped it under the banner. I added a piece of Basic White behind the DSP, put dimensionals on this and attached it to the card front.

Stampin' Up Masculine Sympathy

I kept the inside very simple… just the sentiment from Inspired Thoughts stamp set stamped in Gray Granite ink on the Basic White panel. I adhered this to the inside of the card and that was it.

Stampin' Up! Masculine Sympathy

For the envelope I used more of the Gray Granite piece of the Sun Prints DSP for the flap and called it enough. As I look at the finished card, it feels like it needs more layers of the natural ‘sprays’, but then I think of the individual to whom this is being sent and my gut says no. In other words, I’m not entirely happy with the card, but considering the recipient, it will be just right.

Products to make this card are from the 2022-2023 AnnualCatalog. If you do not have a demonstrator and need catalogs please reach out to me – happy to send one to you. The other two catalogs available right now are the Jul-Dec 2022 Catalog and the Sale-a-bration Catalog. When ordering, please also use my current host code: YM6ZTUJE. I offer my customers a free item from Stampin’ Up! item valued to $10 with your order of $50 and above. Click here to go my store. When the order is over $150, you still receive that free gift from me, but SU! has Stampin’ Rewards that may be used for additional products, so don’t use the host code at that time. If you have questions just let me know. If you would like to be able to order products early from catalogs AND enjoy that 20% discount, join my team now… you may do that here. WooHoo! We have lots of fun and are a creative bunch that encourages & supports one another. Would love to have you. :O)

Star Special kicking off the new Jul-Dec 2022 Mini Catalog

OK – DOUBLE STAR REWARDS ended a bit ago ~ I’m sorry you missed the deal. BUT – With the start of this new catalog I am beginning a STAR REWARDS program ~ YAY! This will continue from this day forth and below is the informations about those customer rewards.

Here’s how my STAR REWARDS work:

  • For each $50 that you order from my online store (before shipping & taxes) and when you add my current Host Code, you will earn 1 STAR Reward.  Orders of $49.99 or below DO NOT earn any rewards.
    • Example $50 = 1 STAR Reward, $100 = 2 STAR Rewards, $150 = 3 STAR Rewards etc.
  • When you have earned 8 STAR Rewards you will get a FREE product order valued up to $40.00, your choice, and mailed directly to you! Is that a deal or what???
  • You also earn my monthly Online Class Tutorial of exclusive projects when you place an order.
  • For any order $50 or more you will also receive 1 free gift from me valued up to $10.

And remember too, during this time of Sale-a-bration, for every $50 order from any catalog, you’ll earn free Sale-a-bration goodies from Stampin’ Up!

Remember to use MY current HOST CODE: YM6ZTUJE Click here to go my store.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!

Stampin' Up! Paper Pumpkin

Pumpkin Kit has so much in store—elegant watercolor designs hand-crafted by our in-house artists, TWO Classic Stampin’ Spots for a Two-Step stamping experience, and the all-new twist technique to make your floral designs come alive with depth and detail! 
And the August Paper Pumpkin Kit includes the Gold Foil Honeycomb Sheets as a FREE gift that will add the perfect golden accent to any card or project. We can’t wait to see the bee-utiful projects you’ll create! 

This kit includes:

  • All the supplies you need to create 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs; and coordinating envelopes.
  • An all-occasion stamp set to express words of gratitude, friendship, greetings and beautiful wildflower designed images.
  • Specialty Vellum honeycomb shape pre-cut pieces.
  • 2 Classic Stampin’ Spots (Crushed Curry and Soft Suede) for a Two-Step stamping experience with a twist!
  • Paper pieces and embellishments with watercolor designs and images.
  • Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
  • FREE GIFT: 8 Gold Foil Honeycomb Sheets

Completed card size: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ (14 x 10.8 cm)

Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Blackberry Bliss, Crushed Curry, Evening Evergreen, Melon Mambo, Mossy Meadow, Night of Navy, Pumpkin Pie, Soft Suede

Order between Jul 11 – Aug 10!

The Back To School Sales Tax Holiday is going on until August. For those of you living in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, Ohio, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia…you’ve got sales tax holidays coming up!! The good news is that some items in the Stampin’ Up! Catalogs qualify for the sales tax holidays!  The list of sales tax holidays by state and items in that state that qualify Here on a printable PDF. Check it out to see when your state has the Sales Tax Holiday.

Thanks for stopping by May you have a beautiful day.

Make someone happy sending them a handmade card filled with love.

Inspire. Create. Share.

Stampin’ Up! Gatefold Sympathy Card with Happiness Abounds

It’s still the weekend… Sunday as a matter of fact. It’s H-O-T here at the Jersey Shore… 88 yesterday & 85 in the house, cuz guess whose AC was broken. Ugh! It’s repaired now, but oh boy. Ok – to the card. It’s a beauty, at least I think so. And when I began making it, it wasn’t for anyone special. By the end of the day – it certainly was! 😞

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The background paper is Waves of the Ocean, a retiring end of June DSP. The flowers were die cut directly from Hues of Happiness DSP with the Blossoming Happiness Dies. I added a bit of Wink of Stella to each rose.

Happiness Abounds Sympathy.2
Happiness Abounds Sympathy.3

Hopefully you can see the sparkle in the above two photos. I added Wink of Stella to the shaded areas only. The sentiment in the center panel comes from Inspired Thoughts stamp set. It was stamped in memento ink. I die cut the flowers for this panel, then trimmed them to use as edging pieces. I really like that added touch.

The card base is Petal Pink with a Basic White layer for many of the panels, then the Waves of the Ocean DSP. I wanted to use this particular DSP for several reasons. First it’s beautiful paper, it coordinates beautifully with the roses and I wanted to use it :O) How’s that?

A Gatefold card is really easy to do, It’s a matter of scoring the card base, then adding the layers, then the ‘gate’ panels. It’s important the ‘gate’ panels are not so wide they make it difficult to close the card. I remember my first gatefold card from a few years back… hard to open ‘cuz the ‘gates’ were too wide they kept running into each other opening or closing the card. So, look at the first photo again and notice how there is spacing between the panels. Another tip is to add the top & bottom ‘gates’ first, then the center ‘gate’ last. And you will notice, the top & bottom ‘gates’ are attached on the left fold, the center ‘gate’ is attached to the right fold. Just wanted to point that out. Let’s take a peek at the inside.

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The flower on the Basic White center panel is a die cut adhered with liquid glue – and yes, it has Wink of Stella on it too. The side panels only have the DSP, not the Basic White layer. I didn’t want the added bulk. And finally the envelope… more Waves of the Ocean DSP on the flap and a stamped in Memento ink rose from Happiness Abounds Stamp set. I chose to color it with the Petal Pink Stampin’ Blends and Granny Apple Green for the stem. No Wink of Stella on this rose, but you certainly could. I’ll list the card cuts at the end of this post.

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I really like how this card turned out, and because I know to whom I’m sending it, that makes it more special. If you have any questions about making this, just give me a shout, reply to this post. As I said, measurements will be at the end of this post.

Products to make this card are listed below. If you do not have a demonstrator and need an Annual Catalog please reach out to me (the 2022-2023 AC) – happy to send one to you. When ordering, please also use current host code: AZQDZ4U4. I offer my customers a free item from Stampin’ Up! item valued to $10 with your order of $50 and above. Click here to go my store. When the order is over $150, you still receive that free gift from me, but SU! has Stampin’ Rewards that may be used for additional products, so don’t use the host code at that time. If you have questions just let me know. If you would like to be able to order products early from catalogs AND enjoy that 20% discount, join my team now… you may do that here. WooHoo! We have lots of fun and are a creative bunch that encourages & supports one another. Would love to have you. :O)

Let’s talk starter kit… New In Colors, New 2022-2023 Annual Catalog release

Starter Kit Price: $99 USD | $135 CAD
Redemption Value: $125 USD | $165 CAD
Additional In Color Products: $66.50 USD | $91.25 CAD

 In Color Grid PaperIn Color Ink Pad Collection, In Color Cardstock Collection, and In Color 6″ x 6″ (15.2 x 15.2 cm) Designer Series Paper Assortments. 

You’ll also get a free Paper Pumpkin kit! 

PROMOTION DATES: 3–31 MAY 2022

Time is getting short my friends… today is the 22nd and you have until the 31st to join with this fabulous promotion. What ARE you waiting for???

Order products early from catalogs AND enjoy that 20% discount, join my team now… you may do that here.

Just a few of the perks of being a Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator AND part of our Critters ‘n Creatin’ Krew Team:

  • At least a 20% discount on everything that you order as a Demonstrator!
  • Early peeks at new release items and preorders for new items about a month before they are available to customers!
  • The ability to attend Demonstrator exclusive Stampin’ Up! events!
  • No pressure to sell to anyone, hold classes or workshops or run a business.  You can simply order for yourself and get the discount!  And as long as you have at least $300 in sales per quarter, you’ll continue as an active Demonstrator and continue to get the discount.  If you aren’t able to maintain the $300 per quarter minimums, you simply go back to being a customer, no commitment required and no penalty if decide that being a Demonstrator isn’t right for you.
  • Stampin’ Up! does have an extensive library of class and project ideas for those wishing to jump into hosting classes as well as training to help start your business, should you choose to do that.

If you join with me, you’ll also get:

  • Monthly team meetings via video conference where we talk about the latest happenings at Stampin’ Up! and share project ideas.  Team members are located all over the United States, but we still get together in person online and have lots of fun.
  • Quarterly in-person meetings if you live in the NJ or surrounding area, where we get together to do a little stamping, creating, getting to know one another and most of all SHARE inspiration. If you live outside the NJ area you can join us through that wonderful ZOOM video conference.
  • Free access to our online class tutorials. These are exceptional!
  • A private Facebook page where we can chat, ask questions and share ideas.
  • Team giveaways and prizes for reaching sales and team goals or attending specific meetings. 😉
  • The best part is the laughing and kidding and sharing of information/ creativity/ talent ~ following the SU! adage: Inspire. Create. Share. ❤️ 😁

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Card cuts for this Gatefold Card:

  • card base 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 scored @ 2 1/8, turn to opposite side and score again @ 2 1/8, burnish
  • layer 1 – Basic White 1 7/8 x 5 3/8 (cut 2)
  • layer 2 – DSP 1 5/8 x 5 1/8 (cut 2)
  • Gates:
    • Petal Pink – 1 5/8 x 4 (cut 3)
    • Basic White – 1 1/2 x 4 (cut 3)
    • DSP – 1 3/8 x 4 (cut 2)
  • Inside:
    • Basic White – 4 x 5 1/4
    • DSP – 1 7/8 x 4 (cut 2)