Before sharing my card with you today, I want to announce the winner of my Blog Candy Giveaway! I read every single entry and immensely enjoyed reading how each of you go through a brand new catalog. I like to go from cover to cover very slowly, taking it all in. Then I go through it again and start writing down in my notebook what I’d like to purchase. Thanks so much to those of you who left a comment. I wish you could all win but I picked one name and you can find it below!
The winner of the Calming Camellia stamp set is :
Roberta Staschel
Roberta said: “I look at each and every page several times!”
Congratulations, Roberta! You have 24 hours to email me your address!
I started with a piece of Orchid Oasis cardstock for the base of my card. Then I used a piece of Sweet Sorbet cardstock, scored it in two places and adhered it to the base of the card, making sure that the larger flap was at the bottom so that the top flap could fold over the bottom one. You can find all the measurements I used below the Supply List,
I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card. Then, I cut a piece of Country Gingham Designer Series Paper and adhered it to the bottom panel. I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock, placed it inside one of the Basics 3D Embossing Folders and ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. I adhered this piece to the top panel. The Basics 3D Embossing Folders are currently on the Low Inventory List so if you’ve been thinking about purchasing them, I recommend getting them now.
I used the Stylish Shapes Dies to cut a square out of Basic White cardstock, Then, I placed it in my Stamparatus and stamped the sentiment in Orchid Oasis ink using the stamp set, Simply Fabulous. The Stamparatus is great for getting a dark, crisp image because the powerful magnets hold the paper in place and you can stamp over and over again until you’re happy with results.
I adhered the sentiment to a piece of Sweet Sorbet cardstock and then on the back, I added two rows of Stampin’ Dimensionals and adhered the piece to the top panel.
I used the Brilliant Wings Dies to cut a butterfly out of Orchid Oasis cardstock. I cut a Mini Stampin’ Dimensional in half and placed the two pieces down the middle of the butterfly and adhered it to the sentiment piece. To finish my card, I added an Iridescent Pearl to the butterfly.
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.
Use my special Flowers & More Card SamplerHost Code when placing your order (see below) BUT 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 (only necessary if your order is over $150) letting me know that you’d like the Flowers & More Card Sampler.
Orders must be placed by March 21, 2023.
Card Samplers will be mailed approximately March 31, 2023
You’ll need to supply your own stamp set, adhesive and ink. For more details and the supplies you’ll need, please click HERE.
Request an Annual Catalog
If you aren’t a current customer of mine, place an order at my Stampin’ Up! online store and then fill out the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog Request Form here.
If you don’t want to place an order but would like a catalog, I can send you a PayPal invoice. Simply send me an email (click the “Email Me” button on the sidebar) with your name and address. The PayPal invoice will be sent in early April when I know the cost of the catalog and postage.
I’ve had a few forms filled out by people who are not current customers of mine. Unfortunately, I will not be able to honor those requests. Complimentary copies of the catalog are a perk for those that order from me. Thanks for your understanding!
Host Code
I have two active host codes right now. If the Card Sampler doesn’t appeal to you, you can use the host code below with your minimum $50 order to receive a package of 2022-2024 In Color Matte Decorative Dots.
Not sure how to use a host code? It’s easy!
All the Little Things Paper Pumpkin Kit
When you subscribe to this month’s kit, you’ll get a FREE box organizer! The organizer can be customized to different sizes of compartments, depending on what you want to store. It’s a great way to keep track of products from past kits. Subscribe today to get the April kit and the free box organizer!
This kit includes:
9 cards, 3 each of 3 designs, and 9 coordinating envelopes.
1 photopolymer stamp set with celebratory sentiments.
1 Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Spot.
Precut cherry blossom paper pieces with iridescent foil.
Earlier this week I shared two cards with the same layout as today’s card but I changed up the Designer Series Paper and sentiments. Today I have one more for you that was made with Fancy Flora Designer Series Paper, the Fragrant Flowers Stamp Set (comes in cling (rubber) and photopolymer) and Something Fancy Dies. You can see the two other cards with this layout, HERE and HERE.
I started with Balmy Blue cardstock for the base of my card. Then I layered two pieces of Fancy Flora Designer Series Paper with two pieces of Highland Heather cardstock (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List) and adhered both to the card base. I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock and adhered it to the inside of the card.
I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using the stamp set, Fragrant Flowers and Highland Heather ink. I used my Stamparatus so I could get good ink coverage of the sentiment. I then cut it out using the Something Fancy Dies. I cut the same shape, but larger, out of Balmy Blue cardstock using these same dies and then layered the two pieces together. On the back, I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the right side, on only the part that would be touching the left panel, and adhered it to the front of the card.
Note: The middle color of the Pastel Adhesive-Backed Sequins is Petal Pink but it is misleading in this picture. The colors are Gold, Petal Pink and Balmy Blue.
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.
Balmy Blue cardstock (under sentiment): approx.3-1/2″ x 2-1/2″
Highland Heather cardstock: 4″ x 3-1/4″
Highland Heather cardstock: 4″ x 1-3/4″
Fancy Flora Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 3″
Fancy Flora Designer Series Paper: 3-3/4″ x 1-1/2″
Basic White cardstock (inside): 4″ x 3-1/4″
Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 3″ x 2″
Bundle Alert (save 10% when you purchase a bundle):
The Something Fancy Bundle includes the Something Fancy Stamp Set and the Something Fancy Dies.
The Fragrant Flowers Bundle includes the Fragrant Flowers Stamp Set and the Fragrant Flowers Dies. You can purchase this bundle in either Cling (rubber) or Photopolymer.
Lovely You Card Sampler
Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! Online Store using my special host code P3EN376Nand I’ll send you my Lovely You Card Sampler. You’ll also receive at least one Sale-a-Bration gift directly from Stampin’ Up!
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, please 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 February 21, 2023 and the Card Samplers will be mailed approximately March 3, 2023.
Shop and earn even more FREE products during Sale-A-Bration. Take a look at the items just added to this incredible promotion by clicking here to download the flyer. Please note: You must use the special product numbers as indicated on the flyer, to receive the second wave of products, FREE!
Clickhere to see the FREE gifts you can earn with a $50 purchase
Click here to see the FREE gifts you can earn with a $100 purchase
Newest Kit by Stampin’ Up! – Wreath of Blooms
Starter Kit Special
The best deal of all with Stampin’ Up! is the Starter Kit and it’s okay to purchase the Starter Kit if you just want a discount on all your future Stampin’ Up! products! It’s just like having a discount card at your favorite store because once you purchase the Starter Kit, you’ll receive a discount on all your crafting supplies! This promotion ends on February 28, 2023! Don’t miss out on this great deal!
Click here for more information about the Starter Kit
Ten Years of Growth Paper Pumpkin Kit
This kit includes:
All the supplies you need to create 9 cards: 3 each of 3 designs; and coordinating envelopes.
An all-occasion stamp set to recognize the people in your life who help you grow with greetings and beautiful botanical images.
1 Polished Pink Classic Stampin’ Spot
Paper pieces and embellishments with digitally-painted designs and images.
Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals.
1 FREE additional stamp set, which includes a plant and pot builder to make plant-astic projects!
Today I have another sneak peek of new products debuting on January 5, 2023 in the January – April Stampin’ Up! Mini Catalog! The new products are:
Love Cats stamp set #160410
Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper #160375
I started with a piece of Balmy Blue cardstock for the base of my card. Then I ran a piece of Basic White cardstock through my Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine using the Into the Clouds Embossing Folder and adhered it to the card base. I cut a piece of Balmy Blue cardstock and adhered a piece of Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper (available January 5th) to the front and then adhered it to the left side of the card base.
I used my Stamparatus to stamp the cute cat from the stamp set, Love Cats (available January 5th). If you want a really bold image, the Stamparatus is perfect for the job because you can keep stamping in the same place. I stamped the cat on Basic White cardstock using Memento ink and then cut him out using the Layering Circles Dies. I colored the heart using my Real Red Dark Stampin’ Blend. I cut another, larger, scalloped circle, again using the Layering Circles Dies, and adhered the cat to the front. Then I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
I stamped my sentiment in Memento Ink using the stamp set Framed Floretsand cut it out using the Stitched Rectangle Dies. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it below the cat.
To complete my card, I added a piece of Basic White cardstock to the inside of the card and added three Iridescent Pearls to the 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.
The products used on my card that will be available on January 5, 2023 are:
Country Floral Lane Designer Series Paper: 4-3/4″ x 2″
Basic White cardstock: (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
Basic White cardstock (cat): approx. 3″ x 3″
Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 3-1/4″ x 1-1/4″
December Thank You Gift
When you place a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) during the month of December and use my special host code, 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 at my Stampin’ Up! online storeand 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 moreso you can receive Host Rewards directly from Stampin’ Up! You will automatically receive the pearls from me.
For the base of my card I used one of the Tea Boutique Cards & Envelopes and as the name states, there’s a matching envelope for each card base. I layered a piece of Basic White cardstock and Starry Sky cardstock together and adhered them to the front of the card.
I cut another piece of Basic White cardstock and placed it in the Stamparatus. There are two stamps that make up the bouquet (see the diagram below). I used the stamp with the leaves first and placed it on the cardstock exactly where I wanted and then closed the Stamparatus cover so the stamp would stay in place. I used my Parakeet Party Stampin’ Write Marker to color the leaves on the stamp and the Starry Sky Stampin’ Write Marker to color the small flowers which are actually the centers of the larger flowers. Then I closed the cover to stamp the image onto my Basic White cardstock. I colored the images a second time so they’d be darker.
The beauty of the Stamparatus is that you can remove the plate and turn it around and use the other side (plus it comes with two plates) which I did. I didn’t remove the first stamp so I can make multiples of my card at a later time. When I stamped the other image, I used my Orchid Oasis stamp pad to color the images. It took me several tries (five or six, if I’m being honest) to get my stamps aligned exactly how I wanted them. It was worth it because I love the finished bouquet. Imagine all the possibilities with different colors!! Those two stamps aren’t coming off my plate for a while!
I adhered the bouquet stamped image to the front of the card and then stamped the bottle in Starry Sky ink and cut it out with the Vintage Bottle Punch. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it below the bouquet. I used the All That Dies to cut the sentiment banner and then stamped the sentiment in Orchid Oasis ink using the stamp set, Bottled Happiness.
I used several Mini Glue Dots to adhere the sentiment to the bottle. Then I used three strands of White Baker’s Twine (part of the Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack) and made a bow. I added a Mini Glue Dot to the back and adhered it to the bottle.
Bundle Alert: The He’s All That Bundle includes the All That Dies and He’s All That stamp set. You’ll always save 10% when you purchase a bundle.
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.
Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! Online Storeusing my special host code6ZZVHT9Z and I’ll send you my Tea Boutique Card Sampler.
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 June 7, 2022 and the Card Samplers will be mailed approximately June 17, 2022. Please click HERE for all the details.
Today is a two post day because I’m just too excited to wait until tomorrow! At On Stage in Salt Lake City a brand new product was demonstrated and this morning all of the details were released and we were given the ok to fill you in on all the details!!! For the past several years, I’ve had the honor of being a part of the group of demonstrators who helped with the development of this new product.
Before I tell you all about this product and how you can purchase one, I want to tell you about my stamping philosophy. I absolutely love to stamp. I love creating pretty cards and 3D projects. Frustration has no part in my stamping. If I find that I’m not having fun because I’m just getting utterly frustrated, I move on to something else. There are many areas in life where this philosophy is absolutely unacceptable but in stamping, it’s OK! It’s supposed to be fun!!! The brand new STAMPARATUS solves so many frustrating problems and that’s why I’m very excited about this product!!
The Stamparatus is a stamp positioning tool that will change the way you stamp with its very unique features. Check out the video below (my favorite feature: the hinges)!
Now that you’ve seen the video, don’t you love it???
You can precisely line up images without worrying about measuring or trying to get them straight.
Didn’t get enough ink on your stamp? No problem. There’s no need to start over, just ink it up again and stamp!
Want to make multiples of a card? This tool makes it so easy!
How to Preorder the Stamparatus $49.00
Stampin’ Up! is trying a brand new PREORDER reservation system for the Stamparatus. You’ll reserve a spot and as soon as it arrives in the Stampin’ Up! warehouse, it will be shipped to you.
There will be three reservation windows but reservations are while supplies last! If you want to be one of the first ones to get your hands on this wonderful new product, be sure to order as soon as possible starting November 16th! I don’t know how many will be available within each reservation window but if you’re as excited as I am, order it immediately! The reservation window will open on November 16th at 2:00 PM Mountain Time.
Reservation Windows
November 16 – 30, 2017 Will ship approximately February 1, 2018
December 5 – 30, 2017 Will ship approximately March 19, 2018
January 15 -30, 2018 Will ship approximately April 15, 2018
You will be reserving your Stamparatus and your credit card won’t be charged until it’s shipped. You will need a Stampin’ Up! customer account so if you haven’t ordered before, you’ll need to set that up. Create an account by clicking HERE!
In the Q & A below, the How to Reserve Your Stamparatus Tutorial for Customersis the graphic above.
Please let me know if you have any questions!!
It’s a lot of information and I know it might be a bit confusing!
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