by Tracy | Mar 31, 2017 | Uncategorized
Before I tell you about my card, I want to remind you that TODAY is the LAST day of Sale-A-Bration! It’s the last day to receive free product for every $50 you purchase (before shipping/tax). Click here to head on over to my Stampin’ Up! online store where you can place an order and take a look at the catalogs that showcase the free products! Please note that as of this writing, these free products are NOT available: Card Tin, Glimmer Paper, Sparkle AND Seaside Embossing Folders.
Onto my card! Lately I’m all about making quick and easy cards and this card was definitely easy! Want to know what I used? One of the cards in the Hello Lovely Project Life Card Collection!
The card I used is one of the larger ones pictured on the right side of my picture above. I cut it down to 3-3/4″ x 5″. It’s layered on a piece of Tangerine Tango measuring 4″ x 5-1/4″. The card base is a piece of Thick Whisper White measuring 11″x 4-1/4″.
My sentiment is from the stamp set Window Shopping from the Occasions catalog. It’s embossed onto a piece of Early Espresso cardstock using White Stampin’ Emboss Powder. I adhered it to my card using Stampin’ Dimensionals.
The cards in this set are meant for your photo albums but they can also be used to make cute cards! Give it a try!
Have a wonderful weekend and I’ll see you on Monday with another post!
Stamping Supplies – Below you’ll find a list of the supplies I used to make my card. Click on any of the pictures and you’ll be directed to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
by Tracy | Mar 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
I’ve had a few questions about the flower on the front of this box and how I was able to add dimension to it. If you missed the post with the box, you can see it HERE.
The flower is one of 22 dies in the Basket Builder Framelits Dies. To create dimension to this flat piece of paper, you need a Stampin’ Pierce Mat and a Paper Piercing Tool.
The mat was originally meant to protect your surface when using the paper piercing tool but it also works great with photopolymer stamps as it sometimes helps give more ink coverage. If you find that you can’t get a good image with your photopolymer stamp, try using the mat underneath your paper before stamping.
For this project, I simply used the blunt edge of the paper piercing tool to apply pressure to the middle of the flower. It’s that easy!
It’s hard to believe Sale-a-bration ends tomorrow! I wanted to take one last opportunity to tell you about the no-risk (seriously, no risk) way to get $125 worth of Stampin’ Up! product (your choice) PLUS two free stamp sets (again, your choice) for $99.
If you are considering placing an order over $99 or you have a big shopping list, why not purchase the starter kit? Here are some answers to a few questions you might have.
Will I be expected to hold parties and sell Stampin’ Up!?
Absolutely not. It is totally up to you. You can be your one and only customer, if that’s what you want.
Will I receive a discount?
Yes! You will receive at least a 20% discount on all Stampin’ Up! products, including stamp sets, paper, and accessories.
Do I have to sell or purchase a certain amount of product?
You have a FULL quarter to purchase or sell $300 worth of product. The quarter you join doesn’t count as it need to be a full quarter. I joined in April and had until September to make my minimum. If you don’t reach the minimum, you will simply be considered inactive and the Starter Kit is yours to keep. No one will pressure you to continue. That’s what makes this risk free!
Is it easy to sign up?
Yes! Simply go online HERE. Scroll down and click JOIN NOW . Read and agree to the Independent Demonstrator Agreement and then enter in your $125 worth of product and choose your two FREE stamp sets (the stamp sets are a perk of Sale-a-bration). Shipping is FREE with the Starter Kit.
What are some other benefits to purchasing the Starter Kit?
- You can see new catalogs early!
- You can preorder new product usually at least a month before the catalog goes live.
- You’ll receive the magazine Stampin’ Success four times a year filled with project ideas and business tips.
- Your purchases count towards your quarterly minimum.
Do you have more questions? If you do, PLEASE email me. I’m happy to answer any questions that you might have! I can be reached at: tracy@stampingwithtracy.com
If you’re super excited and ready to join now, click HERE!
by Tracy | Mar 29, 2017 | Uncategorized
This is my last post (for now) using Floral Boutique Designer Series Paper and the stamp set from the Oh Happy Day Card Kit.
You can see THIS POST and THIS POST for the other cards I made which will include the supplies needed and the dimensions to create each card. Any questions, please just ask!
by Tracy | Mar 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
Last Friday I shared a card I made using the beautiful Designer Series Paper, Floral Boutique. You can see that post HERE.
Today I have a several more cards that use this same paper!
Here are the measurements I used:
Night of Navy cardstock (base of card): 11″ x 4-1/4″ scored @ 5-1/2″
Whisper White cardstock: 2-3/4″ x 5-1/4″
Designer Series Paper: 2-1/4″ x 5″
I used the Stitched Shapes Framelits for each of the cards but the first two also use the Layering Ovals Framelits.
The 3rd and 4th card both also use the Layering Circles Framelits.
All of the cards today use the stamp set from the Oh Happy Day Card Kit. It really is a versatile set!
Stamping Supplies – Below are the products I used to create my card. Click on any of the pictures and you’ll be directed to my Stampin’ Up! online store. Once there, it’s easy to add an item to your cart. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask!
Sale-a-bration is almost over!! For every $50, you can choose free gifts! Click here for more information!
Use the March host code and receive a free roll of Succulent Garden Ribbon. This offer is only available through me, Tracy Bradley, so please be sure that you see my name in the upper right hand corner when placing your online order. If your order is over $150, don’t use the host code and you’ll receive host rewards!
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by Tracy | Mar 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Today I have another treat holder and this one was created with the Envelope Punch Board. I would hate for someone to shy away from this product thinking that it’s just for envelopes! I make many more boxes with it than I do envelopes!
The candy I used for the inside is actually quite small but I was able to cram fit six of them inside.
It is quite easy to make these and I have a picture tutorial as well as a few more samples at the end of the post!
You need to start with a 6″ x 6″ piece of paper and an Envelope Punch Board. If you haven’t used the Envelope Punch Board before, for this project you only need to look at the measurements at the top of the board and know where to punch and score. You’ll push down where it says to punch in the picture and score along the groove. Easy!
Line up one side of your paper at the 2-1/8″ mark. Punch and score!
Move your paper over to the 3-7/8″ mark. Punch and score.
This is what your paper should look like.
Repeat this step on the remaining three sides. It will look like this when you’re done.
You’ll cut on the score lines indicated in the picture below. These will be your flaps. Fold on all of the score lines.
This is how the box will be folded up but first, add adhesive.
I’ve used Tear and Tape on the four flaps. Bring the sides up and create your box!
The box won’t stay shut by itself so the vellum band keeps it closed. Cut a piece of vellum 7-1/2″ x 2″. Score at 1-1/4″, 2-1/2″, 5″ and 6-1/4″. Insert each end into the Scalloped Tag Topper punch. Wrap the vellum around the box and thread Baker’s Twine through the openings in the vellum. My sentiment was cut out with the Layering Ovals Framelits and slipped under the Baker’s Twine with a glue dot. I used the stamp set Birthday Blooms.
The Melon Mambo flower with a Brights Enamel Shape in the middle, was cut out using the Basket Builder Framelits Dies. It’s also attached with a glue dot.
I have to give credit to Jessica Walker, a fellow Stampin’ Up! demonstrator for being the inspiration for my project today.
If you make one of these easy boxes, I’d love to see your creation!!
Below you’ll find the supplies I used to create my box. Click on any of the products and you’ll head right on over to my Stampin’ Up! online store. If you have any questions, please ask!
Stamping Supplies
Place an order this month using the Host Code and receive a roll of the beautiful Succulent Garden Ribbon! This offer is only available through me, Tracy Bradley, so please double check that my name is in the upper right hand corner when placing your online order. Your $50 order (before shipping and tax) will also qualify for a Sale-a-bration gift until March 31, 2017!
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