by Tracy | Oct 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card features the Kindest Gnomes Bundle which includes the Kindest Gnomes stamp set and the Gnomes Dies. This was not a bundle I immediately purchased because I’m not really a “gnomes person”. But about a month ago my sister made the cutest gnomes to sell at a craft fair next month and after seeing her cute creations, I was hooked. Plus, I’ve seen so many cute gnome cards from fellow demonstrators. I’m hooked and had fun creating my first gnome card!
I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock for the base of my card. Then I added a layer of Storybook Gnomes Designer Series Paper. Then I used that same design to cut a hat for my gnome using the Gnomes Dies.
Using the Scalloped Contours Dies, I cut a piece of Basic White cardstock and then ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine using the Timber 3D Embossing Folder. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the front of the card.
I used the Gnomes Dies to cut the beard out of Basic White cardstock, Petal Pink for the nose and Pacific Point for the feet. I adhered all those piece together, along with the hat and then added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered my gnome to the front of the card.
I heat embossed the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Silver Embossing Powder and then cut the sentiment out using the Stitched Rectangle Dies. I adhered it below the gnome and tucked it under his feet. To complete my card, I added three Festive Pearls below the sentiment and added two more on the embossed rectangle (unfortunately the Festive Pearls are not available at the moment but should be back in stock the week of November 21st).
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.
Measurements
- Thick Basic White cardstock:11″ x 4-1/4″ score at 5-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (rectangle): approx. 4-3/4″ x 3-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (beard): approx. 2″ x 2″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 3″ x 1-3/4″
- Pacific Point cardstock (feet): approx. 1-3/4″ x 1″
- Petal Pink (nose): scrap
- Storybook Gnomes Designer Series Paper: 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Storybook Gnomes Designer Series Paper (hat): approx. 2″ x 2″
Card Kits – Only Available Until October 31st
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!
Fitting Florets Collection Coming November 1, 2022
Click here for the Fitting Florets Collection flyer
Click here for more information about the Starter Kit!
The Starter Kit Special (an extra $30 in free product) is only available until October 31st!
Thanks for stopping by today! Enjoy your weekend!
by Tracy | Sep 20, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today I have two cards that are variations of a card I shared last week. You can see that card HERE. You can refer to that post for directions on how to make the card and the measurements. For the versions today, I used Texture Chic Designer Series Paper, Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper and the stamp set, Cup of Tea.
This first card was made using Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper and the Fern 3D Embossing Folder. All the cards today were made using our Festive Pearls and I embossed the sentiments using gold embossing powder.
For these next cards I used Texture Chic Designer Series Paper and the Timber 3D Embossing Folder. Our Festive Pearls come in four colors: Cherry Cobbler, Soft Succulent, Silver and Gold. I used the gold pearls for all of the cards today except for the one below and I used the Soft Succulent pearls. The Festive Pearls have been very popular and keep going in and out of stock. If you’ve had your eye on them, I’d recommend getting them as soon as you can.
This only difference between the previous card and this one is that I used the gold pearls.
For this last one, instead of using Gold Foil for the decorative circle, I used Pool Party cardstock.
I find it really fun to take a card design I like and then try using different paper and cardstock and even a different sentiment. I hope you’ll give this card design 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.
For the measurements I used, please refer to this post HERE. Scroll down below the Supply List.
September – October Card Kits
Use the host code RABT3URM 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.
If your order is $50 or more, you’ll receive:
- The ten page PDF Tutorial
- 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 thank you card you can send to someone!
*A card kit includes all the cardstock and Designer Series Paper 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 more than once. 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 send to friends and loved ones!
These are the Weekly Deals for September 15th – 21st.
If a product becomes unavailable, it will no longer be on sale.
Sale: $13.50
Price: $15.00
Sale: $9.60
Price: $12.00
Sale: $8.00
Price: $10.00
Sale: $28.00
Price: $35.00
Sale: $8.00
Price: $10.00
Ho Ho Ho Paper Pumpkin Kit
This kit includes:
- Ho Ho Ho Photopolymer Stamp Set
- Early Espresso Classic Stampin’ Spot
- Printed card bases
- Printed envelopes
- Printed die cuts
- Die-cut labels
- Iridescent foil die-cut snowflakes
- Vellum
- Vanilla epoxy dots
- Adhesive dots
- Mini Dimensionals
Card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Bermuda Bay, Cherry Cobbler, Crumb Cake, Early Espresso, Shaded Spruce, Sweet Sorbet, Very Vanilla
Order must be placed by October 10, 202
You can cancel at any time or even skip a month. Click here to order the Ho Ho Ho Paper Pumpkin Kit
Thanks for stopping by today! Enjoy your day!
by Tracy | Sep 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Before sharing today’s card, I just found out that this Thursday, September 15th, Stampin’ Up! is having a 24 Hour, 15% off stamp sale on every single stamp set from the Annual Catalog (host stamp sets are not included in the sale). Get your shopping list ready! Click HERE for a list of all the stamps, item numbers and sale prices.
Details
- Sale Begins on September 15th at 12:00 am (Mountain Time)
- Sale ends on September 15th at 11:59 pm (Mountain Time)
- Save 15% on all stamp sets in the Annual Catalog
- Host sets are excluded from the sale
- Available while supplies last
- This stamp sale only happens once a year!
Today’s card was created using Texture Chic Specialty Designer Series Paper and the stamp set, Speedy Recovery (this stamp set will be on sale Thursday). I also did some embossing which always takes a card up a notch!
I started with a piece of Petal Pink cardstock for the base of my card. Then I cut two pieces of Texture Chic Designer Series Paper and a piece of Petal Pink cardstock, all the same size (you can find the measurements below the Supply List). I placed the Petal Pink inside the Timber 3D Embossing Folder and ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. Next, I adhered all three pieces to a piece of Basic White cardstock and then adhered that piece to the front of the card.
I stamped the sentiment onto a piece of Basic White cardstock using Versamark ink and the stamp set, Speedy Recovery. I sprinkled gold embossing powder over the sentiment and then heat embossed it (you can find directions for heat embossing below). I cut the sentiment out using the Stylish Shapes Dies. I used the Painted Labels Dies to cut the decorative circle out of Gold Foil and then adhered the sentiment to the front. I added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the card front.
To complete my card, I added three Festive Pearls, in gold, to the front.
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 is transformed (it will be shiny)!
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 Specialty Plate is used with 3D Embossing Folders.
Measurements
- Petal Pink cardstock: 11″ x 4-1/4″
- Petal Pink cardstock: 3-5/8″ x 1-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock: (2) 5-1/4″ x 4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/4″ x 2-1/4″
- Gold Foil: approx. 3-1/4″ x 3-1/4″
- Texture Chic Designer Series Paper: (2) 3-5/8″ x 1-1/4″
September – October Card Kits
Use the host code RABT3URM 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.
If your order is $50 or more, you’ll receive:
- The ten page PDF Tutorial
- 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 thank you card you can send to someone!
*A card kit includes all the cardstock and Designer Series Paper 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.
Thanks for stopping by today!
by Tracy | Aug 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s the last day of Sale-a-Bration!!! It’s the last day to receive FREE gifts with a $50 or $100 purchase!! I have one more card to share with you today using one of my favorite free gifts but first I’d like to tell you about my Abigail Rose Card Sampler.
My Abigail Rose Card Sampler is now available but only for a limited time!
All of the cards in this Sampler were made using the Cottage Rose stamp set and Abigail Rose Designer Series Paper.
You’ll receive all the materials to make six cards (two of each design) and each one is packaged separately in its own envelope. You’ll quickly have a card that’s ready to be mailed out to someone special. Once you’ve made all the cards in the Sampler, you’ll be able to easily replicate each card by following the easy to follow directions in the PDF (pictures are included as well).
Here’s how you can earn it FREE!
- Place a minimum $50 order (before tax/shipping) at my Stampin’ Up! online store.
- Use my special Abigail Rose Card Sampler Host 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 Abigail Rose Card Sampler.
- Place your order on or before September 9, 2022.
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, and die cut for you! Envelopes will also be provided. You’ll need to supply your own adhesive, ink and stamp set.
- 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 ten Bradley Points and redeem them for free product).
All the Other Important Information:
- Your Abigail Rose Card Sampler will ship first-class mail approximately September 19, 2022 and will be mailed to the address used on your online order.
- You’ll receive an email when I mail your Card Sampler and the PDF Tutorial will be included in that email.
- When using the Abigail Rose Card Sampler Host Code to place your order, you will not qualify for other current host code rewards.
- Per Stampin’ Up! policy, Card Samplers can only be mailed within the United States.
The special Abigail Rose Card Sampler HOST CODE will close on September 9, 2022 and after that date, the Card Sampler will no longer be available.
Approximate ship date of the Card Samplers is September 19, 2022.
Click here to place an order
Supplies Needed To Create the 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 Card Sampler Host Code (please do not use host code if your order is over $150 – see above).
Please note: As of this writing, the Cottage Rose stamp set is on the Low Inventory List. If it becomes unavailable, use your favorite stamp set!
Edited to Add: The Cottage Rose stamp set is now unavailable but is expected to be back in stock the week of September 12th.
Onto my last Sale-a-Bration card! I used the Hippest Hippos stamp set and the Hippo Dies to create today’s card. Each of these products can be earned with a $50 purchase but only until the end of today!
Edited to Add: Unfortunately it seems the Hippos Dies have sold out. My link for the dies takes you to the landing page and not the product and that means they are gone. I’m sorry!!!
To create my card, I started with a piece of Thick Basic White cardstock. Then I used the Basic Borders Dies to cut a scalloped edge across the bottom of the front. I adhered a piece of Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper to the inside so it would peek through.
I stamped the hippo in Memento ink and then colored him with Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends (Light & Dark) and for the flower I used Balmy Blue Blends (Light) and Granny Apple Green (Dark). I cut the hippo out using the Hippo Dies.
I used the Layering Circles Dies to cut the Balmy Blue and Basic White circles. Then I placed the Basic White circle in the Timber 3D Embossing Folder and ran it through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. I adhered the two circles together and added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back.
During Sale-a-Bration, the Timber 3D Embossing Folder can either be earned with a $50 order using the product number 163094 or it can be purchased using the product number 156406.
I stamped the sentiment onto Basic White cardstock using Balmy Blue ink and the stamp set, Hippest Hippos. It was cut out using the Stitched Rectangles Dies. I added a little bit of adhesive to the front of the sentiment and slipped it behind the hippo. I added more adhesive to the hippo and adhered it to the circles and then placed it on 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.
PLEASE NOTE:
The Timber 3D Embossing Folder #163094 is also available as a free gift with a $50 purchase. The graphic and product number below is if you are actually purchasing it. The special Sale-a-Bration product number is #163094. Click HERE to see it in my online store.
Measurements
- Thick Basic White cardstock: 8-1/2″ x 5-1/2″ score at 4-1/4″
- Awash in Beauty Designer Series Paper: 5-1/2″ x 2-1/4″ (adjust the 2-1/4″ side if you want more room to write a message)
- Basic White cardstock (embossed circle): approx. 3″ x 3″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 2-1/8″ x 1-1/2″
- Basic White cardstock (hippo): scrap
- Balmy Blue cardstock (circle): approx.3″ x 3″
Remember when we use to have Weekly Deals? Well, they are back for the month of September! Here are the promotion details:
- New products added each week on September 1, 8, 15, and 22.
- Promotion ends September 28th
- Product options and discounts vary based on inventory availability.
- Discounted items can be added to a Starter Kit.
Last Day to Earn My Card Kits
Place a minimum $50 order using the host code 3AP9YADK at my Stampin’ Up! online store and I’ll send you at least six card kits. A card kit includes all the cardstock and Designer Series Paper 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.
I have designed thirteen different cards using the same layout but with a variety of different cardstock, Designer Series Paper and embossing folders.
You’ll receive:
- At least six card kits with your minimum $50 order
- A nine page PDF tutorial with directions for the card, a supply list and twelve more ideas using the same layout
- At least one FREE Sale-a-Bration gift directly from Stampin’ Up!
- At least one Bradley Point (earn points and redeem them for free product)
- A thank you card you can send to someone!
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.
This offer expires on August 31, 2022
Last Day to Purchase the Starter Kit and Receive the Making Plans Collection
Have a great day!
by Tracy | Jul 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today’s card features Stampin’ Up! Texture Chic Specialty Designer Series Paper and the stamp set, Soft Seedlings. It may look as though the card is difficult to create but it really isn’t!
I started with a base of Thick Basic White cardstock (you can find the measurements I used below the Supply List). After the paper is cut and scored, there are two side panels that open like a gate. I cut two pieces of Pool Party cardstock for each of the panels and ran them through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine using the Timber 3D Embossing Folder. Then I adhered them to each side.
I cut two “flaps” out of Basic White cardstock and then added Texture Chic Designer Series Paper to each one. I adhered one flap to the right side (only adding adhesive to the part that would be touching that panel) and then added the other flap to the other side. I hope that makes sense! It really is an easy card to make!
I stamped the sentiment in Pool Party ink onto Basic White cardstock using the stamp set Soft Seedlings. I then cut it out using the Stylish Shapes Dies, added Stampin’ Dimensionals to the back and adhered it to the top flap.
I have to give credit to Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator Sue Campfield for the idea of this fun fold! I saw some cute cards she made with this fold and I had to give it a try with my own take on it.
Here was my first try at making this card. I decided it needed something and that’s when I added the Pool Party panels. I used the Season of Chic stamp set and the Natural Prints Dies.
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 2-3/4″ and 8-1/4″
- Basic White cardstock (flaps): (2) 5″ x 1-3/4″
- Basic White cardstock (sentiment): approx. 4″ x 1-1/2″
- Pool Party cardstock: (2) 4″ x 2-1/2″
- Texture Chic Designer Series Paper: (2) 4 3/4″ x 1-1/2″
July – August Card Kits
Please note: I’ve made a change to the number of card kits you can earn.
During the month of July and August 2022, place a minimum $50 order (before tax and shipping) using the host code XHQ7VKZ6 at my Stampin’ Up! online store and I’ll send you at least six card kits. A card kit includes all the cardstock and Designer Series Paper you’ll need to complete a card. I cut, score, die cut and emboss all the pieces for you! You’ll need to supply a 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.
I have designed thirteen different cards using the same layout but with a variety of different cardstock, Designer Series Paper and embossing folders.
You’ll receive:
- At least six card kits with your minimum $50 order
- A nine page PDF tutorial with directions for the card, a supply list and twelve more ideas using the same layout
- At least one FREE Sale-a-Bration gift directly from Stampin’ Up!
- At least one Bradley Point (earn points and redeem them for free product)
- A thank you card you can send to someone!
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.
This offer expires on August 31, 2022
Enjoy your day!
