by Tracy | Apr 7, 2017 | Uncategorized
Welcome to the first ever, First Fridays Blog Hop! Several stampers have come together to host a fun blog hop on the first Friday of each month! We hope our projects will inspire you to create!
Our first, First Fridays Blog Hop theme is Easter. At the end of my post, you find a list of all the stampers in the hop and I hope you’ll visit each one! My project for the hop is a matchbook! You can add a yummy treat inside, a gift card or both!
You’ll start with a piece of cardstock that measure 4-1/4″ x 11″. Score it @ 1-1/2″, 6-1/2″ and 7″. Fold on all the score lines and you’ll have your matchbook! You’ll want to add a staple to the bottom flap and place it towards the bottom so your top flap can tuck in. (PLEASE NOTE: Before stapling, add your cellophane bag and then staple. My picture below does not show the bag). I used our Gusseted Cellophane Bags that measure 3″ x 6″.
I added two pieces of Whisper White to the front and those measure 3″ x 4″ and 1-1/4″ x 4″. I used the Basket Bunch Bundle which includes the Basket Bunch stamp set & Basket Builder Framelits Dies to decorate the matchbook (the stamp set and framelits can be purchased separately but as a bundle, you save 10%). All of the pieces that were used to decorate the front (grass, bunny, eggs), as well as the sentiment, are included in this bundle.
The grass was cut out with Garden Green card stock. I cut two of them and placed them side by side. The basket covers up where they come together so it really does look like its one continuous piece.
The basket was stamped with Chocolate Chip ink onto Chocolate Chip card stock and cut out with the framelits (the handle and basket are separate dies). I popped it up with our Foam Adhesive strips (I’ll have a list of all the supplies I used at the bottom of the post). The eggs in the basket and underneath the ribbon were colored with Stampin’ Write Markers (Daffodil Delight, Tempting Turquoise and Real Red). I colored the bunny with Tempting Turquoise and Pink Pirouette and popped her up with a Stampin’ Dimensional.
I wrapped a piece of Organza Ribbon around the bottom flap and tied it in a bow. You can find a list of all the supplies I used at the very bottom of the post.
I hope you’ll hop around to all of the stampers. You can click below to head over to Heather North’s blog and see her cute project! You can also scroll down and see a list of everyone in the hop! Thanks so much for stopping by today!
Stamping Supplies – Below you’ll find all the products I used to make my matchbook. Clicking any of the supplies will take you to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
by Tracy | Apr 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
I am really going to miss the Moroccan Designer Series Paper when it retires. Isn’t it funny how you think you don’t like something and then end up loving it??? That’s me with this paper. It’s just in the last few months that I’ve realized just how beautiful it is!
I made today’s card for my daughter, Jenny! I used the Brushwork Alphabet stamp set to write out her name with Early Espresso ink on Very Vanilla cardstock and then cut it out with the Layering Circles Framelits. I then stacked it onto two more scalloped circles using these same Framelits. I added an enamel heart from the 2016-2018 In Color Enamel Shapes.
Card Measurements
Emerald Envy Card Base: 11″ x 4-1/4″ Scored @ 5-1/2″
Early Espresso: 4″ x 5-1/4″
Moroccan Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 5″
Stamping Supplies – Below you’ll find all the supplies I used to make my card! Click on any of the pictures and you’ll be taken to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
I hope you’ll join me tomorrow as I take part in a blog hop!
by Tracy | Apr 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Yesterday I shared several cards and today I have four more which use the same set of measurements and the same supplies with the exception of the stamp sets I used for the sentiments. You can see that post HERE.
The card above uses a sentiment from the Oh Happy Day Card Kit, a kit that includes materials to make 20 cards as well as a photopolymer stamp set. (See the supply list below).
The sentiment I used for the two cards above comes from the stamp set, Tin of Cards.
The stamp set I used for this thank you card is called Thankful Thoughts.
Again, you can check out all of the measurements used by looking at yesterday’s post HERE.
Stamping Supplies: Click on any product below to head over to my Stampin’ Up! online store!
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My hope is that my cards will inspire you to create!
by Tracy | Apr 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
Lately while creating in my craft room I’ve been trying to make several variations of the same card so that I’ll have a nice stash of cards to use! That means I have more than one card to share today! My cards were inspired by Jeanie Stark, a fellow Stampin’ Up! demo.
All of my cards use the same design but I changed them up with different paper and colors. All of the Designer Series Paper (DSP) comes from the Festive Birthday DSP and I have to say that I really love all of the bright, cheerful designs.
I always refer to the back of the package of paper or the catalog to see which colors coordinate and so, I used Melon Mambo, Tempting Turquoise, Crushed Curry and Whisper White. I stamped my sentiments in these same colors and cut them out with the Stitched Shapes Framelits which sit on top of one of the Layering Ovals Framelits.
The sentiments I used are included in the Watercolor Wishes Card Kit (a kit which includes a photopolymer stamp set and all of the supplies needed to make 20 different cards – you just need to supply adhesive).
The flower on each card was created with the Blossom Bunch Punch and I added an Enamel Shape to the center of each one.
If you’d like to create your own, the measurements are included below as well as all of the supplies I used for all of the cards.
Base of Card: 4-1/4″ x 11″ Score @ 5-1/2′
Cardstock: 3-3/8″ x 3-5/8″
Designer Series Paper: 3-1/8″ x 3-3/8″
Stamping Supplies – Click on any product below and you’ll head over to my Stampin’ Up! online store!
by Tracy | Apr 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
Hello, friend! I hope you had a fun weekend!
Last week I shared a card using the Hello Lovely Project Life Card Collection and today I have two more cards.
Card #1:
Crumb Cake base: 11″x 4-1/4″
Soft Sky: 4″ x 5-1/4″
Project Life Card: 3-3/4″ x 5″
Ink: Early Espresso
Stamp Set: The sentiment comes from the Oh Happy Day Card Kit which includes a photopolymer stamp set. I combined two of the sentiments to create Hello friend
Card #2
Crumb Cake base 11″x 4-1/4″
Old Olive 4″ x 5-1/4″
Project Life Card: 3-3/4″ x 5″
Ink: Old Olive
Stamp Set: Tin of Cards
If you have any questions about my cards today, don’t hesitate to ask!
Stamping Supplies: Click on any item below and you’ll be taken to my Stampin’ Up! online store!
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!
March Host Code: UAWUUQG4
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!
March Host Code: UAWUUQG4
by Tracy | Mar 24, 2017 | Uncategorized
I love it when I can make a pretty card quickly. That’s this card! The Floral Boutique Designer Series Paper is so beautiful that you really don’t have to add much else. Don’t you agree?
The base of my card is Night of Navy (11″ x 4-1/4″). I used Whisper White for the next layer (4″ x 5-1/4″) and the Designer Series Paper measures 5″ x 3-3/4″. The Daffodil Delight and Whisper White scallops were cut out with the Layering Oval Framelits. This is a great set of 16 Framelits that I use all the time.
The sentiment is from the Oh Happy Card Kit. The kit includes enough materials to make 20 different cards as well as this awesome photopolymer stamp set. The card kit is great but I will be honest and tell you that I bought the card kit so I could have the stamp set!
If you give this card a try, I’d love to see what you create!
Have a great weekend and I’ll see you back here on Monday!
Below are the Stampin’ Up! products I used to create my card! Click on any of the products and you’ll be taken to my Stampin’ Up! online store. From there it’s easy to add an item to your shopping cart.
Product List
Sale-A-Bration ends next week! For every $50 purchase, you can receive FREE product!! Check it out here!
by Tracy | Mar 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
If you follow my blog, you know that I love my Big Shot die-cutting machine and use it ALL. THE. TIME. You can do so much with it!
It embosses, cuts out letters, numbers, shapes, words, banners, and so much more. I used to shy away from purchasing intricate dies because they were a great big pain to use. Trying to get all of the little pieces to release from the die was almost impossible. Now with several tools, it’s easy!
One problem that exists though, is keeping all of those itty bitty pieces from making a mess of your craft table and floor. Easy solution! Contain it all in a box!
One of the really useful tools for releasing the small pieces from the die, is the die brush pictured in my box (when purchased, you receive the die brush and foam pad) and I keep it inside my box. Once I cut out a shape, I bring it over to this box, place it on top of the foam and roll the brush all over it. The pieces easily release and stay in the box!
Another Stampin’ Up! product I also use to cut out the intricate dies is the Precision Base Plate. Click here to head over to my Stampin’ Up! online store where you’ll find information about the plate and a video!
I hope this tip has been helpful! You’ll spend less time cleaning all of those intricate pieces off the floor and more time crafting!
Product List – Clicking the products below will take you to my Stampin’ Up! online store.
Have a great day!
