by Tracy | Nov 23, 2020 | Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting
Today’s card features Feels Like Frost 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper and the Poinsettia Dies. Feels Like Frost debuted last year in the Holiday Catalog and I was so happy when Stampin’ Up! decided to bring it back. One side of the paper features photographic images and on the other side, beautiful silver foil.
I started with a base of Thick Whisper White cardstock and then added layers of Silver Foil and Feels Like Frost Designer Series Paper. The poinsettia was created using our Poinsettia Dies and the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Not only do these dies cut out the shape of the poinsettia but it embosses as well!
I layered the pieces of the Poinsettia using Stampin’ Dimensionals and Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals. I added Mini Glue Dots to the back of the Beaded Pearl before adhering it to the center of the Poinsettia.
I was going to add a sentiment to the front but there really wasn’t much room to add one so I decided it was fine without one. If I were to make this card again, I’d turn the orientation of the card and add the poinsettia closer to the top of the Designer Series Paper and then add a sentiment below.
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Measurements
- Thick Whisper White cardstock; 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Silver Foil Sheet: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Feels Like Frost Designer Series Paper: 4-1/2″ x 3-1/4″
- Whisper White cardstock: scraps for poinsettia
Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza Starts Tomorrow – One Day Only
The Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza is tomorrow! It’s a one day event and you can save 10% on almost everything in the Annual Catalog! You can click here to see a list of items that are excluded from the sale.
Birthday Special
Place a minimum $50 order at my Stampin’ Up! online store using the host code VAYRDHA6 and I’ll send you a free embellishment! Offer valid until Tuesday, November 24th.
Here’s all the details:
- Place a minumum $50 order my Stampin’ Up! online store
- Use the host code VAYRDHA6 when placing your order to be eligible to receive the free embellishment
- The embellishment you receive will be a surprise!
- Once I close the host code, I’ll order all the embellishments. Once I receive them from Stampin’ Up!, I’ll send yours to you along with one or more of my card kits.
- The special will end on November 24th at 11:59 PM (Pacific Time)
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by Tracy | Nov 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Today’s my birthday so I’m having an ordering special! Place a minimum $50 order at my Stampin’ Up! online store using the host code VAYRDHA6 and I’ll send you a free embellishment! I had planned to end the special on Monday but when I heard about the Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza, which will take place on Tuesday, November 24th, I decided to extend it an extra day.
Here’s all the details:
- Place a minumum $50 order at my Stampin’ Up! online store
- Use the host code VAYRDHA6 when placing your order to be eligible to receive the free embellishment
- You’ll earn at least one Bradley Point
- The embellishment you receive will be a surprise!
- Once I close the host code, I’ll order all the embellishments. When I receive them from Stampin’ Up!, I’ll send yours to you along with one or more of my card kits.
- The special will end on November 24th at 11:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza Is Coming for One Day
on November 24th
Almost everything in the Annual Catalog will be on sale on November 24th and you’ll save 10%. Click here to open a PDF of the excluded items. If you don’t have the Annual Catalog, you can download it HERE (it will take a minute since it’s a large file).
Details
- Sale begins at 12:01 am (Mountain Time) on Tuesday, November 24th
- Sale ends at 11:50 pm (Mountain Time) on Tuesday, November 24th
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by Tracy | Nov 20, 2020 | Die-Cutting, Embossing Folders, Heat Embossing, Layering Ovals Dies
I have a card to share with you today but first I want to let you know about the Stampin’ Up! Merry & Bright Online Extravaganza! This event will take place for one day only on November 24th and you’ll save 10% on almost everything in the 2020-2021 Annual Catalog. Get your lists ready and order early on the 24th!
Details
- Sale begins at 12:01 am (Mountain Time) on Tuesday, November 24th
- Sale ends at 11:50 pm (Mountain Time) on Tuesday, November 24th
There are some exclusions and you can see everything not included in the sale HERE.
Today’s card features the stamp sets Warm & Toasty and Banner Year along with the Woodland Embossing Folder.
I started with a piece of Whisper White cardstock and using one of the larger dies in the Layering Ovals Dies and the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine, I made an opening. Then I placed it inside the Woodland Embossing Folder and ran it through my die-cutting machine. It’s important to do these steps in this order. If you emboss first and then cut the opening, your embossing will be flattened.
Next, I stamped my reindeer in Memento Ink onto Whisper White cardstock and then colored him using Real Red & Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends. On the back of the embossed piece, I added adhesive all around the outside edges of the opening and then placed the reindeer piece over it (if you like to fussy cut, it would look really cute to cut him out and then add Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back). I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the embossed piece and adhered it to my Thick Whisper White card base
I wanted to use a sentiment in the Warm & Toasty stamp set but there wasn’t enough space below the opening so I used a smaller sentiment in the stamp set, Banner Year. I stamped it in Versamark ink onto Whisper White cardstock using Stampin’ Emboss Powder in Silver. If you’ve never heat embossed, and you really should because it’s so much fun, I have directions below on how to do it. So easy!
I cut the sentiment out using our Rectangle Stitched Dies and then added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and added it to the front of the card.
How to Heat Emboss
Prepare your cardstock by rubbing an anti-static pouch (Stampin’ Up! no longer carries this product but it’s a must when embossing) over the surface as it helps keep away stray particles of embossing powder. Stamp your sentiment or image using a Versamark pad. This is very sticky ink and your embossing powder will stick right to it. Sprinkle embossing powder over the stamped image. Shake off any excess. Before applying heat to your paper, heat the Heat Tool first so the paper won’t warp (about 10 seconds). Direct the heat over your image and watch as your sentiment is transformed!
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I forgot to add Memento Ink to my Supply List but HERE’S the link for it.
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by Tracy | Nov 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Today’s the last day to receive my FREE Gift Card Sampler when you place a minimum $50 order at my Stampin’ Up! online store and use my special host code (RFT4GG4C). You’ll receive all the paper and embellishments needed to make six cards, two each of three designs. I used the stamp set, Wrapped in Christmas, for the sentiment on all three cards but you can use whatever you already own. For all the details, please click here.
Yesterday (scroll to the bottom of the post) I shared a sneak peek of one of the cards in the Free Gift Card Sampler and here’s one more.
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by Tracy | Nov 18, 2020 | Card Sampler, Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Embossing Folders
Today’s card features the So Sentimental Bundle and the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch. The So Sentimental Bundle (bundles always save you 10%) includes the So Sentimental stamp set and the Stitched So Sweetly Dies (one of my favorite set of dies).
This is a fun layout and you’ll get a completely different look by just changing up the papers. I used Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper and Garden Green cardstock which I ran through the Cut & Emboss Machine using the Hammered Metal Embossing Folder.
The base of the card is Thick Whisper White cardstock with a layer of Pretty Peacock cardstock. The punched pieces were adhered to a piece of our regular Whisper White cardstock. The sentiment was stamped using Pretty Peacock ink and was cut out with the Stitched So Sweetly Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of the sentiment before adhering it to the front of the card.
If you’d like to make today’s card, you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List.
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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. If you have questions about products you’re considering purchasing or ones you’ve already purchased, I’m just an email away (click the Email Me button on the sidebar of my blog).
Measurements
- Thick Whisper White cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ scored at 5-1/2″
- Whisper White cardstock: 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Whisper White cardstock: scrap for sentiment
- Pretty Peacock cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Garden Green cardstock (punched pieces): approx. 3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
- Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper: approx. 3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
Gift Card Holder Card Sampler
Tomorrow is the last day to place a minimum $50 order to receive my free Gift Card Holder Card Sampler. You’ll receive all the paper and embellishments needed to make six cards (two of three different designs) that are made specifically to slip a gift card inside. For all the details click here! Here’s a sneak peek of one of the cards!
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by Tracy | Nov 17, 2020 | Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Free Tutorial
Yesterday I shared three cards using Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper and today I have three more to share with you. I made all of the cards using the same measurements (with the exception of the black/white design from yesterday and you’ll find those measurements on yesterday’s post). If you missed yesterday’s post, you can see it here. You’ll find your free Tuesday Tutorial under the Supply List!
This first card has a base of Thick Whisper White cardstock and the Designer Series Paper is layered with a piece of Pretty Peacock cardstock. The embellishments I used are All the Trimmings. I used Pretty Peacock ink for the sentiment.
This card has a base of Crumb Cake cardstock with a layer of Blackberry Bliss. I used our Rhinestone Basic Jewels for some sparkle. Blackberry Bliss ink was used for the sentiment.
This card has a base of Pretty Peacock with a layer of Garden Green cardstock. The sentiment is stamped in Pretty Peacock ink and I used our Elegant Faceted Gems.
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Gift Card Holder Card Sampler
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by Tracy | Nov 16, 2020 | Card Sampler, Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting
Today I have three cards to share with you today and they all feature Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper, the So Sentimental stamp set and the coordinating dies, Stitched So Sweetly (these two products can also be purchased as a bundle – see below). This first card has a Thick Whisper White base. The Designer Series Paper is on a Whisper White layer that’s been popped up with Stampin’ Dimensionals. The sentiment was stamped in Misty Moonlight ink and three Elegant Faceted Gems were added to finish the card (all the supplies I used can be found in the Supply List).
This next card has a base of Real Red cardstock and the sentiment is stamped in Real Red. I made the layer of Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper just a little bit smaller than the first card and I added some of our Wonderful Gems
My last card has a base of Seaside Spray cardstock with a layer of Misty Moonlight cardstock. The sentiment was stamped in Misty Moonlight and I added some of our Basic Rhinestones.
The So Sentimental stamp set and Stitched So Sweetly Dies can be purchased as a bundle and you’ll save 10%!
If you’d like to make today’s cards, all the measurements I used can be found below the Supply List.
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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. If you have questions about products you’re considering purchasing or ones you’ve already purchased, I’m just an email away (click the Email Me button on the sidebar of my blog).
Measurements
- Base of card: 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Second Layer: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper: 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″ OR (black & white design) 4-1/2″ x 3-1/4″
- Inside: 5-1/4″ x 4-1/4″
Gift Card Holder Card Sampler
My Gift Card Holder Card Sampler is available until Thursday, November 19, 2020. Place a minimum $50 order using the host code RFT4GG4C and you’ll receive all the paper and embellishments need to create six gift card holders (two of three different designs. Click here for all the details.
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by Tracy | Nov 13, 2020 | Card Sampler, Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Embossing Folders, Heat Embossing
My Gift Card Holder Card Sampler is now available but only for a limited time!
Here’s how you can earn my FREE Gift Card Holder Card Sampler :
- Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! online store.
- Use my special Gift Card Holder Card Sampler Host Code when placing your order: RFT4GG4C
- Place your order on or before Thursday, November 19, 2020.
- If your order reaches $150 or more, please DO NOT use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards (free product directly from Stampin’ Up!). Once you place your order, simply drop me an email letting me know that you’d like the Gift Card Holder Card Sampler (you only need to contact me if your order is over $150).
Here’s What You’ll Receive:
- All the paper and embellishments needed to make six cards (two each of three different designs). The paper will be cut, scored, embossed and die cut for you! You’ll need to supply your own adhesive, ink and stamp set (per Stampin’ Up! I cannot send stamped images). Envelopes will also be provided.
- A PDF Tutorial with instructions, pictures, cutting measurements and a complete supply list of all the products used.
- Earn at least one Bradley Point (earn eight Bradley Points and redeem them for free product)
All the Other Important Stuff:
- Your Gift Card Holder Card Sampler will ship first-class mail on Saturday, November 28, 2020 and will be mailed to the address used on your online order.
- You’ll receive an email when I mail your Card Sampler. The PDF Tutorial will be included in that email.
- When using the Gift Card Holder Card Sampler Host Code to place your order, you will not qualify for my regular Customer Rewards Card Kits.
- Per Stampin’ Up! policy, kits can only be mailed within the United States.
- Limit 1 per person
The special Gift Card Holder Card Sampler HOST CODE will close at the end of day on November 19th and after that date, the Card Sampler will no longer be available.
Expected ship date of the Card Sampler is Saturday, November 28, 2020.
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Supplies Needed To Create the Gift Card Holder Card Sampler
Listed below are the supplies you’ll need to complete the cards exactly as shown (or you can use what you already own). Simply click any of the products and you’ll be taken to my Stampin’ Up! online store. When placing your order, don’t forget to use the special Gift Card Holder Card Sampler Host Code (please do not use host code if your order is over $150 – see above).
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by Tracy | Nov 12, 2020 | Designer Series Paper, Embossing Folders
Today’s card features the Stampin’ Up! Pine Tree Punch and Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper.
I started with a base of Cherry Cobbler cardstock and then added a layer of Shaded Spruce cardstock. The sentiment was stamped in Cherry Cobbler ink onto a piece of Whisper White cardstock using the stamp set, Wrapped in Christmas. Then a piece of Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper was adhered to the top. Before adhering it to the card base, I wrapped a piece of 3/8″ Metallic-Edge Ribbon around the cardstock.
I cut three pine trees out of Silver Foil using the Pine Tree Punch. I placed two of the trees in one of the Wrapped in Texture Embossing Folders and ran it through my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. The other tree was embossed with the Winter Snow Embossing Folder. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back of each tree and then placed the one embossed with Winter Snow down first and then placed the other two on each side.
To complete the card, I added a piece of Whisper White cardstock to the inside. If you’d like to make today’s card, you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List.
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Measurements
- Cherry Cobbler cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Shaded Spruce cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Whisper White cardstock (inside card): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Whisper White cardstock: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 3-1/4″
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by Tracy | Nov 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s Wednesday but I have my Tuesday Tutorial for you today.
I took a few days off because on Monday, my daughter, Jenny, married her best friend, Mike!! We planned a big wedding in March with friends and family but sadly, it had to be canceled due to Coronavirus. We were able to postpone the wedding to September (because the virus would be over and done with by then, right?) but in July, the venue had a catastrophic fire so date number two was cancelled. Jenny & Mike didn’t want to wait for the pandemic to be over before they could get married so they planned wedding #3 with just immediate family and they took great care to make sure the ceremony and reception would be social distanced and responsible. Several weeks before the wedding was to take place, our county went into the purple tier because of increased Coronavirus cases and yes, we had to cancel, again. At the last minute, they were able to find another venue in a different county and they were married! It was a gorgeous wedding and there was such joy on both of their faces. I couldn’t be happier for the two of them!! Here’s a picture of the happy couple!
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by Tracy | Nov 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
Today’s card features the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch and the brand new (and available for a limited time) Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper.
I started with a base of Shaded Spruce cardstock and then added layers of Cherry Cobbler and Whisper White. Before adhering the Whisper White cardstock, I placed it inside the Tasteful Textile Embossing Folder and ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine
The Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper was cut out with the Rectangular Postage Stamp Punch. I really enjoying using punches and am thrilled that Stampin’ Up! keeps adding more to their product lineup!
The sentiment was stamped in Shaded Spruce ink using the stamp set, Warm & Toasty and was cut out using the Layering Circles Dies. The Cherry Cobbler cardstock underneath the sentiment was cut out using the Tasteful Labels Dies. I love the detail around this die!
If you’d like to make today’s card, you can find all the measurements below the Supply List.
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Measurements
- Shaded Spruce cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Cherry Cobbler cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Cherry Cobbler cardstock: scrap for Tasteful Label Die
- Classic Christmas 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper: scraps for rectangles
- Whisper White cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Whisper White cardstock: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Whisper White cardstock: scrap for sentiment
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by Tracy | Nov 6, 2020 | Designer Series Paper, Die-Cutting, Heat Embossing, Stitched Shapes Dies
In the last few months, I’ve received several No Contact orders which means that the customer would prefer I not contact them. Please know that I always send a thank you via email for any orders placed through me and that I’m very appreciative. If you’ve placed an order and have NOT received a thank you and didn’t realize you chose No Contact, please contact me. On to today’s card!
Today’s card features the stamp set, Wrapped in Christmas and the So Many Snowflakes Dies.
I started with a base of Pool Party cardstock with a layer of Whisper White cardstock that was cut using the So Many Snowflakes Dies and the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. I love how the die, cuts an opening in the paper with pretty stitching and snowflakes!
I added a piece of Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper behind the opening before adhering the Whisper White cardstock to the card base. The sentiment was stamped with Versamark ink using the stamp set Wrapped in Christmas and then embossed with Silver Embossing Powder (see directions for heat embossing below). I cut it out using the Stitched Shapes Dies and popped it up with Stampin’ Dimensionals.
Using the So Many Snowflakes Dies, I cut two snowflakes out of Silver Foil (I rolled up several Mini Glue Dots into balls to attach them). It was a fun card to make and really quick and easy!
How to Heat Emboss
Prepare your cardstock by rubbing an anti-static pouch over the surface (this helps keep away stray particles of embossing powder). Stamp your sentiment or image using a Versamark pad. This is very sticky ink and your embossing powder will stick right to it. Sprinkle embossing powder over the stamped image. Shake off any excess. Before applying heat to your paper, heat the Heat Tool first so the paper won’t warp (about 10 seconds). Direct the heat over your image and watch as your sentiment is transformed!
Supply List
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Measurements
- Pool Party cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Whisper White cardstock: (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Whisper White cardstock: scrap for sentiment
- Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper: approx. 5″ x 3-1/4″
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