by Tracy | Dec 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card is the card I made for my mom’s birthday this year. She celebrated her 91st birthday a few days ago!! I’m so lucky to still have my mom.
I started with a piece of Melon Mambo cardstock for the base of my card (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List). Then I added a piece of Night of Navy cardstock. Next, I cut another piece of Melon Mambo cardstock, scored it in two places and then folded on the score lines. I added Multipurpose Glue to the back and adhered it to the base of the card.
I cut two pieces of Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper (one is a little bit bigger than the other) and adhered them to each flap. This paper, hands down, is my favorite in the Annual Catalog.
I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using Night of Navy ink and the stamp set, Framed Florets, and cut it out using the Layering Circles Dies. I cut progressively larger scalloped circles out of Melon Mambo and Night of Navy cardstock and adhered all the pieces together. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back, on just half of the circle and adhered it to the top flap. To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
There’s nothing difficult about this card and I hope you’ll give it a try!
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.
Bundle Alert: The Framed Florets Bundle #162407 includes the Framed Florets stamp set and the Framed Florets Dies. This bundle has only been featured online but will be in the upcoming January – April 2023 Mini Catalog.
Measurements
- Melon Mambo cardstock: 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
- Melon Mambo cardstock: 11″ x 3-3/4″ score at 2-3/4″ and 7-3/4″
- Melon Mambo cardstock (scalloped circle): approx. 3″ x 3″
- Night of Navy cardstock: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Night of Navy cardstock (scalloped circle): approx. 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (inside): 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
- Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper: 3-1/2″ x 3″
- Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper: 3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
Inspired Thoughts Card Sampler
Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! Online Store using my special host code FXBPM9B7 and I’ll send you my Inspired Thoughts Card Sampler.
You’ll receive six card kits (two cards each of three different designs) and everything will be cut, scored, and die cut for you! You’ll quickly have six cards ready to mail or give to someone special. You’ll need to supply your own stamp set, adhesive and ink. For more details and the supplies you’ll need, please click HERE.
Don’t forget to use the host code when placing your order so I’ll know you want this sampler. When you use the host code, it allows me to continue to offer my Samplers for the low cost of free! EXCEPTION: if your order is $150 or more do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards directly 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 contact me if your order is $150 or more.
Orders must be placed by December 20, 2022 and the Card Samplers will be mailed approximately January 6, 2023. (Please note: Due to the holidays, this card sampler will be mailed out later than usual.)
Here’s one of the cards in the Inspired Thoughts Card Sampler:
Thanks for stopping by today! Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | Dec 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card is a fun fold using Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper, Cup of Tea stamp set and Pretty Flowers Embossing Folder. You can find the measurements I used below the Supply List.
I started with a base of Night of Navy cardstock. Then I cut a piece of Balmy Blue cardstock, scored it and adhered it to the base (with the flap at the bottom). I adhered a piece of Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper to the inside – I love the colors in this paper!
Next, I cut a piece of Night of Navy cardstock, scored it and folded it in half. Then I “opened” the Balmy Blue piece, centered the Night of Navy piece and adhered it to the Designer Series Paper.
I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock and ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine using the Pretty Flowers Embossing Folder. I then adhered it to the Balmy Blue flap.
I adhered another piece of Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper to the front of the Night of Navy folded piece and added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
I stamped the sentiment in Night of Navy ink onto a piece of Basic White cardstock and cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I used the Layering Circles Dies to cut a larger scalloped circle out of Balmy Blue cardstock and adhered the sentiment to it. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
The card below was made using all the same measurements but the Night of Navy piece is a little narrower with a measurement of 8-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ and scored at 4-1/4″. The Designer Series Paper measures 4″ x 2-1/4″.
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
- Night of Navy cardstock (base): 5-1/2″ x 4-1/4″
- Night of Navy cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 3″ scored at 4-1/4″
- Balmy Blue cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 4″ scored at 3-1/4″
- Balmy Blue cardstock (scalloped circle): approx. 2-3/4″ x 2-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (embossed): 3-3/4″ x 3″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (inside Night of Navy piece): 4″ x 2-3/4″
- Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper: 5″ x 3-3/4″
- Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 2-3/4″
December Thank You Gift Host Code
I have a host code you can use when placing a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) during the month of December. You’ll receive a package of Iridescent Pearls in January as a thank you gift from me.
Host Code Details
- Place a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) using the host code 3TSQRPRE and receive a package of Iridescent Pearls.
- Your gift will be sent to you once the host code has closed (January 1st) and I have received the product (approximately 2-3 weeks).
- This is a gift from me, not Stampin’ Up! You will not receive the pearls in your order.
- Anyone who places any size order (whether you use the host code or not) will receive at least one PDF Tutorial
- This host code cannot be combined with a Card Sampler host code.
- Please do NOT use the Host Code if your order is $150 or more so you can receive Host Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the pearls from me.
- Offer expires December 31, 2022
Thank you for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Dec 9, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card is a gift card holder or it can be used to just add a note and it’s so easy to make! I used Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper and the stamp set, Framed & Festive. Both of these products are available while supplies last.
I started with a piece of Real Red cardstock and scored it in two places to create a flap and pocket (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List). Then, I added Tear & Tape on the smaller section and folded it up to create a pocket.
I cut two pieces of Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper and then colored the berries with a Dark Real Red Stampin’ Blend. If you’ve never used Stampin’ Blends before, you’ll want to cover your work surface because the pens will bleed through the paper. Next, I adhered the larger piece to the front flap and folded it down and then added the smaller piece to the pocket. If you adhere the bigger piece first and fold the piece over, you can see how much of a border you’ll have when you adhere the smaller piece.
I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using Evening Evergreen ink and the stamp set, Framed & Festive. Then I cut it out using the Layering Circles Dies. I cut a larger scalloped circle out of Real Red cardstock and adhered the two together. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the top half of the circle and adhered it to the top flap.
I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock and placed it it in the pocket on the inside of the card.
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
- Real Red cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ score at 2-3/4″ and 6-3/4″
- Real Red cardstock (scalloped circle): approx. 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (in pocket): 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 3″ x 3″
- Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper: 5-1/4″ x 1″
- Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper: 5-1/4″ x 2-1/2″
Host Code
I have a host code you can use when placing a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) during the month of December. You’ll receive a package of Iridescent Pearls in January as a thank you gift from me.
Host Code Details
- Place a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) using the host code 3TSQRPRE and receive a package of Iridescent Pearls.
- Your gift will be sent to you once the host code has closed (January 1st) and I have received the product (approximately 2-3 weeks).
- This is a gift from me, not Stampin’ Up! You will not receive the pearls in your order.
- Anyone who places any size order (whether you use the host code or not) will receive at least one PDF Tutorial
- This host code cannot be combined with a Card Sampler host code.
- Please do NOT use the Host Code if your order is $150 or more so you can receive Host Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the pearls from me.
- Offer expires December 31, 2022
Thank you for stopping by today! Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | Dec 2, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s fun fold card was created using Stampin’ Up! Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper, Charming Sentiments stamp set and one of the Elegant Eucalyptus 3D Embossing Folders. This paper is only available for a limited time and can be purchased while supplies last.
I started with a piece of Evening Evergreen cardstock for the base of my card (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List). I cut a piece off the end but saved it to use on the front of the card. Next, I cut a piece of Balmy Blue cardstock and ran it through one of the Elegant Eucalyptus 3D Embossing Folders and adhered it to the top of the card. I used the piece of Evening Evergreen I cut off the base of the card and layered it with a piece of Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back, just at the top, and adhered it to the embossed Balmy Blue cardstock.
I cut another piece of Balmy Blue cardstock and adhered it to the inside of the card. Then I cut a piece of Evening Evergreen cardstock and layered it with a piece of Basic White cardstock and adhered it to the inside of the card. I stamped the sentiment in Balmy Blue ink using the Charming Sentiments stamp set and then cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. Using the Layering Circles Dies, I cut a scalloped circle out of Evening Evergreen cardstock and adhered the sentiment to the front. Then, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
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.
Bundle Alert: The Charming Sentiments Bundle #158734 includes the Charming Sentiments stamp set and the Sentiment Silhouettes Dies. You always save 10% when you purchase a bundle.
Measurements
- Evening Evergreen cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ cut down to 8″ (save this piece!) score @ 5-1/2″
- Evening Evergreen cardstock (inside): 4-1/4″ x 3″
- Evening Evergreen cardstock (scalloped circle): approx 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
- Balmy Blue cardstock (embossed): 4″ x 2-1/4″
- Balmy Blue cardstock (inside): 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx 2-1/4″ x 2-1/4″
- Fitting Florets Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 2-3/4″
Click HERE to see the Last Chance Products from the Mini Catalog
All products are available while supplies last!
By My Side Card Sampler
Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! Online Store using my special host code F9BQ6NF3 and I’ll send you my By My Side Card Sampler.
You’ll receive six card kits (two cards each of three different designs) and everything will be cut, scored, and die cut for you! You’ll quickly have six cards ready to mail or give to someone special. For more details and the supplies you’ll need, please click HERE.
Don’t forget to use the host code when placing your order so I’ll know you want this sampler. When you use the host code, it allows me to continue to offer my Samplers for the low cost of free! EXCEPTION: if your order is $150 or more do not use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards directly 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 contact me if your order is $150 or more.
Orders must be placed by December 7, 2022 and the Card Samplers will be mailed approximately December 17, 2022.
Thank you for stopping by today! Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | Oct 27, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card is a fun fold using Boughs of Holly 12″ x 12″ Designer Series Paper and a new stamp set, Framed & Festive (#160888), that will debut on November 1, 2022. This stamp set will be available while supplies last. To see the flyer that includes this stamp set and the other products that will also be available November 1st, click HERE.
I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock and scored it in two places to make the card look like a book (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List). Between the two folds I used Tear & Tape which is a very strong adhesive and you can see where I placed it in the picture below.
After creating the fold, I cut two pieces of Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper and adhered them to the front of the card. I wrapped a piece of Metallic Mesh Ribbon around the left side of the card and tied a knot. If you haven’t seen this ribbon in person, it’s gorgeous!!
I heat embossed the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Silver Embossing Powder and a Versamark pad. If you’ve never heat embossed before, I have directions below. I find that heat embossing a sentiment makes the card extra fancy.
I cut the sentiment out using the Layering Circles Dies. Using the Stylish Shapes Dies, I cut a larger circle out of Silver Foil. I adhered the two pieces together, added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and placed it on the front of the card.
To complete the card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside.
How to Heat Emboss
Prepare your cardstock by rubbing the Embossing Buddy (an anti-static pouch that can be found in the Embossing Additions Tool Kit) over the surface of the paper 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 and then shake off any excess. Before applying heat to your paper, heat the Heat Tool first so your paper won’t warp (about 10 seconds). Direct the heat over your image and watch as your image becomes shiny and beautiful!
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.
The Framed & Festive Stamp Set #160888 will be available on November 1, 2022
Measurements
- Thick Basic White cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 4″ and 5-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (inside): 4″ x 3-3/4″
- Silver Foil: approx. 3″ x 3″
- Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 3-3/4″
- Boughs of Holly Designer Series Paper: 4″ x 1-1/4″
Card Kits
Use the host code FWZ3BKN9 when placing your order at my Stampin’ Up! online store and you’ll receive my September – October PDF Tutorial with directions to make a featured card and fourteen more ideas using the same layout but with a variety of different colors of cardstock, embossing folders and Designer Series Paper.
All orders using the host code will receive the ten page PDF Tutorial and a thank you card.
If your order is $50 or more (before tax/shipping), you’ll also receive:
- At least six card kits* mailed to you via snail mail
- At least one Bradley Point (earn points and redeem them for free product)
*A card kit includes all the cardstock, Designer Series Paper and embellishments you’ll need to complete a card. I’ve cut, scored, die cut and embossed all the pieces for you! You’ll just need to supply your own stamp set, ink and adhesive. You can use the stamp set I used to create the cards (Soft Seedlings) or use what you already own.
- $50.00 – $99.99 = 6 card kits
- $100 – $149.99 = 7 card kits
- $150 or more = 8 card kits
If your order is $150 or more, do NOT use the host code so you can receive Stampin’ Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive 8 card kits from me.
You can use this host code multiple times. There are fifteen different card kits and I keep track of which card kits I’ve sent to you. Each time you’ll receive different kits unless you’ve earned all fifteen and then you’ll start to receive multiples. It’s a great way to have cards on hand to mail because who doesn’t love receiving happy mail!
Thanks for stopping by today!
