by Tracy | Jan 20, 2022 | Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Sale-a-Bration, Stampin' Blends
Today’s card was made with the Friendly Hello Bundle, a Sale-a-Bration product you can earn FREE with a $100 order. It includes the Friendly Hello stamp set and Friendly Hello 12″ x 12′ Designer Series Paper.
I started with a base of Fresh Freesia cardstock and then added a layer of Basic cardstock and three pieces of Friendly Hello Designer Series Paper (you can find all the measurements I used below the Supply List). I then cut a piece of Basic White cardstock using the Stitched So Sweetly Dies.
I stamped the bird and sentiment onto the stitched rectangle using Memento ink and then colored the bird and flowers with Stampin’ Blends. The bird was colored with both the Light & Dark Pool Party Stampin’ Blends and the flowers with Fresh Freesia Light & Dark Stampin’ Blends. I used Light Crumb Cake to color the branch. Stampin’ Dimensionals were added to the back and I adhered it to the front of the card. I also adhered a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card.
To complete my card, I used my Light Fresh Freesia Stampin’ Blend to color three clear Polished Dots and then placed them on the card front.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Fresh Freesia cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock: (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: approx. 4-1/2″ x 3-1/2″
- Friendly Hello Designer Series Paper (flower pattern): (2) 5″ x 1″
- Friendly Hello Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 1-1/2″
January Host Code
Use the host code below when you place a minimum $50 order and you’ll receive an embellishment from me from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll mail them out which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift BUT if your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me. You’ll also receive at least one FREE Sale-a-Bration gift directly from Stampin‘ Up!
Sale-a-Bration
Sale-a-Bration is that time of year when you earn FREE product with every $50 or $100 purchase! There’s no limit to how many free items you can earn.
See what you can earn below or click here.
Sale-a-Bration gifts you can earn with a $50 purchase:
Sale-a-Bration gifts you can earn with a $100 purchase:
New Products Coming on February 1st
Ten new Natural Tones Stampin’ Blends are being released early from the 2022-2023 Annual Catalog and from February 1 – May 2, 2022 you’ll be able to purchase these Blends along with the collection’s additional products which will only be available while supplies last. The collection includes:
Natural Tones Stampin’ Blends – available in sets or you can purchase all of them in the collection
The products below will only be available while supplies last:
- Here Together Stamp Set
- Here For You Dies
- Here Together Bundle which includes Here Together Stamp Set & Here For You Dies
- All Together 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper
- All Together Collection which includes Here Together Bundle, All Together Designer Series Paper and Natural Tones Stampin’ Blends Collection
You can download the flyer for this collection HERE.
All of these products will be available February 1, 2022.
Upcoming
- January 21, 2022: Heart & Home Card Sampler Available
- February 1, 2022: All Together Products Released
- February 10, 2022: Last Day to Purchase Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin Kit
- February 28, 2022: Sale-a-Bration Ends
- February 28, 2022: Last Day to Earn Two Free Stamps Sets When You Purchase the Starter Kit
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Jan 19, 2022 | Designer Series Paper, Embossing Folders, Punches
Today’s card features the Hello Ladybug Bundle which includes the Hello Ladybug stamp set and the Ladybug Builder Punch (you save 10% when you purchase a bundle but the products can also be purchased separately). I also used Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper (a free Sale-a-Bration product), Seasonal Labels Dies and the Checks & Dots Embossing Folders.
I started with a piece of Granny Apple Green cardstock. Then, I layered a piece of Basic White cardstock with a piece of Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper. Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper is one of the FREE Sale-a-Bration gifts you can choose when you place a $50 order! To learn more about Sale-a-Bration and all the free products you can earn, click here!
Before adhering the cardstock and Designer Series Paper to the card front, I wrapped a piece of Black & White Gingham ribbon around the left side, tied a knot and then placed it on the card base.
I used the Seasonal Labels Dies to cut a shape out of Basic White cardstock and then placed it in one of the Checks & Dots Embossing Folders. Normally I’d add Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back before adhering it to the front of the card but I used Multipurpose Glue instead. I have a little bit of Creator’s Remorse (my made-up phrase) and wish I had used Dimensionals. I really, really like the look I achieve when I use Dimensionals and it looks a bit flat to me but oh well. The cuteness of the ladybug makes up for it.
I used Memento ink and the Stamparatus to stamp the ladybug’s body and it worked GREAT! I got a really good solid impression. Then I stamped the wings onto another piece of Basic White cardstock using Real Red ink. I stamped the dots in Memento ink. Then I used the Ladybug Builder Punch to cut it out.
I used the Bough Punch to cut two leaves out of Granny Apple Green cardstock and then placed them inside the Tasteful Textile 3D Embossing Folder to give them a little bit of texture. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the ladybug and placed the ends of the leaves on the dimensionals and attached it all to the front of the card.
I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of Basic White cardstock in Memento Ink using the stamp set Hello Ladybug and then cut it out with my Paper Snips. When I stamp small sentiments like this, I stamp at the bottom of the paper so that I have one straight edge and then trim the rest. I added Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and placed it on the card. To complete the card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Granny Apple Green cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- Granny Apple Green cardstock: scraps for leaves
- Basic White cardstock (one for the front & inside): (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: approx. 4-1/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock: scrap for ladybug body and wings
- Basic White cardstock: scrap for sentiment
- Sunshine & Rainbows Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 3-3/4″
January Host Code
Use the host code below when you place a minimum $50 order and you’ll receive an embellishment from me from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll mail them out which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift BUT if your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me.
Paper Pumpkin
Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin Kit
- This month’s kit contains enough elements to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and 9 coordinating envelopes. This all-inclusive kit includes printed card bases, die-cut paper pieces, embellishments, adhesive, and more!
- The Safari Celebration Paper Pumpkin Kit includes a Rich Razzleberry Classic Stampin’ Spot!
- This kit’s stamp set is an uplifting one! Make every occasion a celebration with sentiments that say “yay!”, “fantastic!”, and other fun phrases.
- Explore each of our current In Color collections with this colorful kit! Discover designs and paper pieces in Bumblebee (a 2020–2022 In Color), Fresh Freesia (a 2021–2023 In Color), and Soft Succulent (a 2021–2023 In Color).
- Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
- Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
- Coordinating colors: Bumblebee, Fresh Freesia, Pear Pizzazz, Rich Razzleberry, Soft Succulent, Soft Suede
Click here to order Safari Celebration
You can cancel at any time or even skip a month
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Jan 18, 2022 | Designer Series Paper
Today’s card features the beautiful New Horizons Designer Series Paper, the Amazing Thanks Dies and the stamp set, On the Horizon.
I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock and then added two pieces of New Horizons Designer Series Paper. Then I layered another piece of New Horizons Designer Series Paper onto a piece of Blackberry Bliss cardstock. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of this layer before adhering it to the card front.
Using the Amazing Thanks Dies, I cut the larger thanks out of Basic White cardstock and the other out of Blackberry Bliss cardstock. I added small dots of glue to the back of the Blackberry Bliss “thanks” to adhere the two pieces together, then added Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the Basic White “thanks” and adhered it to the front of the card.
I stamped the sentiment ” Thanks for everything” onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using Blackberry Bliss ink and the stamp set On the Horizon. Since I only needed the words “for everything” I could have masked out “thanks” by covering it up and then stamping, which I tried doing but it was so much easier to stamp the entire phrase and then cut off the thanks. I used my Paper Snips to trim the sentiment, added Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and placed it on the card.
Next, I used my Light Blackberry Bliss Stampin’ Blend and colored five clear Polished Dots and then added them to the front of the card. Isn’t it fun to be able to color these dots in whatever color matches your card? Yes!!
You can find the measurements I used to create today’s card below the Supply List.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Thick Basic White cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- New Horizons Designer Series Paper: (2) 4″ x 2-1/2″
- New Horizons Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 3″
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock: 4-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Blackberry Bliss cardstock (thanks): approx. 3-3/4″ x 1-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (larger thanks): approx. 3-3/4″ x 1-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): scrap
January Host Code
Use the host code below when you place a minimum $50 order and you’ll receive an embellishment from me from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll mail them out which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift BUT if your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Jan 14, 2022 | Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Embossing Folders
Today’s card features quite a few new products from the Stampin’ Up! January – June 2022 Mini Catalog such as the Sweet Conversations Bundle which includes the Sweet Conversations stamp set and the Sweet Hearts Dies. I also used Sweet Talk 12′ x 12″ Designer Series Paper and the Gingham Embossing Folder.
I started with a piece of Highland Heather cardstock and then added a layer of Basic White cardstock that I ran through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine using the Gingham Embossing Folder. Then I added a layer of Highland Heather cardstock with our Sweet Talk Designer Series Paper. One of the things I love about Stampin’ Up! is the color coordination. If you aren’t sure which colors to use with one of our papers, you can always find the colors in the catalog or on the package of paper. The Sweet Talk coordinating colors are:
I used the Sweet Hearts Dies to cut the little tag in Basic White cardstock. Then I stamped the sentiment in Highland Heather ink using the Sweet Conversations stamp set. Both of these products are included in the Sweet Conversations Bundle (save 10% with our bundles) but you can buy these products separately. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the the back of the tag and then adhered it to the front of the card. I made a bow using our Real Red Faux Linen Ribbon, added a Mini Glue Dot to the back and placed it at the top of the tag. I also used the Sweet Heart Dies to make the small Real Red heart that I added below the sentiment (I placed a Mini Glue Dot on the back).
To complete the card, I added three Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels to the front of the card. You can find all the measurements I used to make today’s card below the Supply List.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Highland Heather cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- Highland Heather cardstock: 4-1/4″ x 2″
- Basic White cardstock: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (inside): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: approx. 2-1/2″ x 2″
- Sweet Talk Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 1-3/4″
January Host Code
Use the host code below when you place a minimum $50 order and you’ll receive an embellishment from me from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll mail them out which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift BUT if your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me.
Upcoming
- January 21, 2022: New Card Sampler will be released
- February 28, 2022: Sale-a-Bration Ends
- February 28, 2022: Last Day to Earn Two Free Stamps Sets When You Purchase the Starter Kit
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Jan 10, 2022 | Card Sampler, Designer Series Paper, Quick & Easy Card
Happy Monday!
On Saturday I shared the card below, made with Daffodil Afternoon Designer Series Paper, a free Sale-a-Bration gift you can earn FREE with a $50 order (before shipping/tax). Today I have two more variations of the card. On Saturday I also included a free PDF tutorial with all the measurements that you can access HERE (scroll down past the Supply List).
This first card (below) has a Crushed Curry cardstock base and instead of using an embossed piece of cardstock on the side panel, I used another pattern in Daffodil Afternoon. I used the Hippo & Friends Dies to cut out the sentiment and the piece it’s layered with. I stamped the sentiment onto Very Vanilla cardstock using Memento Ink and the stamp set, Boughs & Blossoms.
This next card has a Pear Pizzazz base. All three cards use the same measurements and supplies. You can see Saturdays post here where you’ll find the link to the free tutorial with all the measurements.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s cards. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Flowering Fields Card Sampler
Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! Online Store using my special host code RKV4GVGA and I’ll send you my Flowering Fields Card Sampler (if your order is $150 or more, do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards from Stampin’ Up!. Contact me after you’ve placed the order to let me know that you’d like the Sampler – you only need to do this if your order is $150 or more).
With your order, you’ll also receive a free Sale-a-Bration gift directly from Stampin’ Up! Orders must be placed by January 13, 2022 and the Card Samplers will be mailed approximately January 22, 2022. Please click HERE for all the details.
Last Day for Kisses & Hugs Paper Pumpkin Kit
Today’s the last day to order the Kisses & Hugs Paper Pumpkin Kit.
- Kit contains enough supplies to create 10 cards—5 each of 2 designs—and 10 coordinating envelopes
- Kit features an exclusive Two-Step photopolymer stamp set
- Kit includes a Gray Granite Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Card size: 4-1/2″ x 4-1/4″ heart-shaped cards; folded
- Coordinating colors: Blushing Bride, Flirty Flamingo, Gray Granite, Very Vanilla
Click here to order Kisses & Hugs
You can cancel at any time or even skip a month
This month’s Paper Pumpkin Kit has an Add On (see the photo above)! The coordinated treat boxes are not included in this month’s kit and are only available for purchase separately as an add-on online starting January 25, 2022. You must be a Paper Pumpkin subscriber to purchase and they are only available while supplies last.
Kisses & Hugs Mini Treat Boxes Add On For Paper Pumpkin Subscribers
Available January 25, 2022
Item number: 160147 | $10.00 USD
- Contains 20 mini treat boxes and 20 heart tags
- Gold cord: 10-1/2″ yards (9.6 m)
- Finished size: 1-3/4″ x 1-3/4″ x 1-3/4″
- Printed with gold foil
Choose one of these items for every $50 purchase (there’s no limit to how many items you can earn):
Choose one of these items for every $100 purchase:
January Host Code
If the Card Sampler doesn’t appeal to you, you can use the host code below when you place a minimum $50 order and you’ll receive an embellishment from me from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll send them out to you which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift BUT if your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me.
Upcoming
- January 10, 2022 (TODAY): Last Day to Order Hugs & Kisses Paper Pumpkin
- January 13, 2022: Last Day to Order Flowering Fields Card Sampler
- February 28, 2022: Sale-a-Bration Ends
- February 28, 2022: Last Day to Earn Two Free Stamps Sets When You Purchase the Starter Kit
Enjoy your day!
by Tracy | Jan 5, 2022 | Designer Series Paper, Quick & Easy Card, Sale-a-Bration
Today’s card features some new products from the Stampin’ Up! January – June Mini Catalog and the Sale-a-Bration brochure!
I started with a piece of Pool party cardstock for the base of my card. Then I layered a piece of Basic White cardstock with Friendly Hello Designer Series Paper. This Designer Series Paper is part of the Friendly Hello Bundle and it’s one of the free gifts you can receive during Sale-a-Bration with a $100 order. If you choose this as your free gift, you’ll receive the Designer Series Paper and a stamp set.
Before adhering the Pool Party cardstock and Designer Series Paper to the base of my card, I wrapped our sheer Pool Party ribbon around the layers and tied a knot.
I stamped the sentiment using the brand new stamp, Happy Hedgehogs, in Memento ink and cut it out using the Rectangular Postage Stamp punch. You can also purchase the Happy Hedgehogs Bundle which includes this stamp set and a hedgehog punch. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the sentiment and placed it on top of the ribbon. For the finishing touch, I added one of our Brushed Brass Butterflies. In the picture below, I used Pool Party ink instead of Memento Ink to stamp the sentiment.
Supply List
Below you’ll find all the Stampin’ Up! supplies I used for today’s card. If you need any stamping supplies, I’d love to be your demonstrator! You can place an order by clicking any of the images below to go to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Measurements
- Pool Party cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock: scrap for sentiment
- Friendly Hello 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 3-3/4″
As previously mentioned, I will no longer be mailing card kits with each order over $18. I hope to bring them back in the future but in a different way. I’m still working out the details.
I have a new host code for this month! When you place a minimum $50 order and use the host code below, you’ll receive an embellishment from the new catalog (it will be a surprise). Once I close the host code on January 31st, I’ll order all the embellishments and as soon as I receive them, I’ll send them out to you which will be approximately February 15th. You must use the host code to receive your free gift if your order is under $150. If your order is $150 or more, please do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product) directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the free gift from me.
Light the Candles Card Kit
Today Stampin’ Up! released a new card kit called Light the Candles. You’ll receive everything you need to create 8 birthday cards!
Upcoming
- January 5, 2022: Light the Candles Kit Available #159332
- January 7, 2022: New Card Sampler Will Be Released
- January 10, 2022: Last Day to Order Hugs & Kisses Paper Pumpkin
- February 28, 2022: Sale-a-Bration Ends
- February 28, 2022: Last Day to Earn Two Free Stamps Sets When You Purchase the Starter Kit
