Showcase Week Continues with Picture Perfect Birthday Card #2

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Picture Perfect Birthday Card #2

Happy Wednesday… so glad you’re here! Today I’m sharing card #2 in the Picture Perfect Birthday card showcase. It’s such a simple, easy-to-make card, it’s my go-to design when giving money or a gift card. I hope you’ll adopt it for yourself! Change up the paper and stamps and it’s perfect for any occasion.

If you missed card #1 from Monday, you can see it HERE.

picture perfect birthday card

Going, going…

As I shared Monday, while the ‘Picture Perfect Birthday’ stamp set will continue to be available for another year, the ‘Picture Perfect Party’ Designer Series Paper featured this week is retiring. Coupled with the coordinating cardstock pack (Bermuda Bay, Lemon Lime Twist & retiring color Peekaboo Peach) and Classic Ink Spots (Berry Burst, Bermuda Bay, Peekaboo Peach & Pool Party) they make creating birthday cards quick and easy! I highly recommend getting these retiring goodies before they disappear! If you’re looking for value, this is the way to go! 

Plus, by the end of the week, you’ll have three different card recipes to get you started creating and building your birthday card stash. (It’s as good as a FREE class!) And this suite of products is perfect for cards that work for everyone- adults and kids, male and female! A universal-use card is up there with cake, ice cream… and whipped cream with a cherry on top! And maybe a chocolate drizzle, too!

picture perfect birthday card

Card Recipe

STAMPS: Picture Perfect Birthday

INK: Classic Ink Spots- Bermuda Bay (or ink to match cardstock of choice)

PAPER:

  • Picture Perfect Party Cardstock Pack– Bermuda Bay Card Base 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored and folded at 5-1/2″ and 9″; front circle Lemon Lime Twist 2-1/2″
  • Picture Perfect Party Designer Series Paper: Candles 2″ wide x 4-1/4″ high; front layer 3″ x 3-3/4″, ‘TO YOU” layer & stripe on gift card holder- see Savvy Tips below
  • Whisper White Cardstock: Inside sentiment panel 3″ x 3-3/4″; front circle 2-1/4″

EMBELLISHMENTS: Bermuda Bay Shimmer Ribbon (retired Sale-A-Bration; any coordinating ribbon or Baker’s Twine works), Tutti-Frutti Self Adhesive Sequins

ADHESIVES: SNAIL or MP Glue, Stampin’ Dimensionals (circles on card front), Mini Stampin’ Dimensionals (‘TO YOU’ double layer on front), Tear & Tape [or Fast Fuse] for gift card flap

TOOLS: Stampin’ Trimmer, Bone Folder, 2-1/4 Circle Punch, 2-1/2″ Circle Punch, 1″ Circle Punch (optional) [Layering Circle Framelits Dies would also work]

Savvy Tips

Savvy Tip #1: The DSP is 6″ high, so you’ll need to trim down the “candles” to fit the card height of 4-1/4″. To center them, cut 3/4″ from the top and 1″ from the bottom, cut again into three strips just shy of 3/8″ each.  This is the “stripe” used on the inside gift card holder.  Take the candles and cut vertically every 2″. Now you have enough for three cards. No waste!!! Here’s a picture for a visual…

picture perfect birthday card

Cut guide with zero waste… enough for 3 cards!

Savvy Tip #2: The 3/4″ cut from the top is used for the layer on the front that says “TO YOU”. I used a Stampin’ Write Marker in Bermuda Bay, but, the Classic Ink Spot would also work with a simple Post-It Note mask over ‘Birthday’. Ink sentiment, remove and stamp. Use what you have… both work!

picture perfect birthday card

Use either the Stampin’ Write Marker or Ink Spot with masking to create the double layer ‘TO YOU’

Savvy Tip #3: Stamp the front sentiment ‘Happiest of Birthdays TO YOU’ first, then punch. Layer on colored cardstock. Before adhering to card front with Stampin’ Dimensionals, lay your ribbon or twine in place and tack down with a bit of SNAIL, then attach circle over it. Use Mini Dimensional (or Dimensional cut in half) to adhere the double layer ‘TO YOU’. Add sequins last.

Savvy Tip #4: Punch optional finger notch from gift card flap before adhering sides with Tear & Tape.

Safe & Secure Shopping

Click any image to shop Stampin’ Up! supplies for today’s card. Please DO use my Rewards Code for free product samples and handmade gifts from me!

Picture Perfect Birthday Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00
Picture Perfect Party Classic Stampin’ Spots

$9.00
Picture Perfect Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock Pack

$8.00
Picture Perfect Party 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

$10.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
Tutti-Frutti Adhesive-Backed Sequins

$7.00
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Tear & Tape Adhesive

$7.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
2-1/4" (5.7 Cm) Circle Punch

$18.00
2-1/2" Circle Punch

2-1/2″ Circle Punch
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$18.00
1" Circle Punch

$13.00

I do hope you’ll add this card to your Design “Notebook”. You can’t go wrong with having a quick, simple and easy to make gift card in your design repertoire! Picture Perfect Birthday card designs continue on Friday! I love to hear from you, so please leave comments and questions and I will reply! 

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

Retiring Stampin’ Up! Products and Picture Perfect Party Cards

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Retiring Products & Picture Perfect Party Cards

Happy Monday! Today’s a two-for-one special: a video walk-through of retiring items from the spring Occasions 2018 catalog and the first in this weeks showcase of Picture Perfect Party cards. 

Let’s start with retiring Stampin’ Up! products from the Occasions 2018 Catalog. Those items that will NOT be available after May 31st… or when sold out… whichever happen first.

If you’re visual like me, grab your catalog and a pen and let’s mark what to say goodbye to. I’ve also included a few insider tips and personal recommendations. If you missed last week’s short video about the retiring colors, watch it HERE. 

CORRECTION: At the end of the video I say you can get the Host Sets for cost… that’s only partly true. Orders $150+ earn Rewards that allow you to get them FREE! So. Much. Better 🙂

Prefer the list? Feel free to download and print…

Occasion 2018 Catalog Retiring List

2017-2018 Annual Catalog Retiring List

Important Dates

  • Stamps Sets are guaranteed to be available through May 25, 2018, (thanks to local production) and will officially retire on May 31, 2018. 
  • Cardstock, Designer Series Paper, Embellishments, Markers, Stampin’ Ink Spots, and Framelits/Thinlets Dies are available while supplies last or until May 31, 2018- whichever comes first.
  • Bundles (with 10% discount) are available while supplies last or until May 31, 2018.

Picture Perfect Party Cards

I want to share a card we made in my local Paper Hugs Club class this weekend. So colorful and bright… it’s like a party in a card! Perfect for men or women, kiddos or adults- it’s universal! And might I add… EASY! Inspired by another demonstrator, Mercedes Weber; I just love the creative Stampin’ Up! community.

picture perfect party cards

I’m happy to say the ‘Picture Perfect Birthday’ stamp set will continue to be available in the new 2018-2019 Annual Catalog (yay), however, the ‘Picture Perfect Party’ Designer Series Paper, coordinating cardstock pack and Ink Spots are soon to be history! They work so well together to create quick & easy cards, I highly recommend you get ’em before they’re gone. And like I mention in the video, the Ink Spots are exclusive to this catalog only!!! Such a great way to get several colors for very little $$$! (Reminder, there’s a second set of colors available HERE).

picture perfect party cards

Card Recipe

STAMPS: Picture Perfect Birthday

INK: Memento ‘Tuxedo Black’, Versamark, Picture Perfect Party Classic Ink Spots (Bermuda Bay, Berry Burst, Peekaboo Peach, Pool Party)

PAPER:

  • Card Base: 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored and folded @ 5.5″; stamped in corners with Versamark ink (your choice from Picture Perfect Party [PPP] cardstock pack) 
  • “Polaroid”- Whisper White Cardstock 4″ x 3-1/4″
  • “Photo”- ‘Picture Perfect Party’ Designer Series Paper (DSP) 3″ x 3″
  • “Happy Birthday” Banner- PPP Cardstock 1/2″ x 2″, notched at end with Triple Banner Punch or Paper Snips, stamped in black ink
  • Striped Banner- ‘Picture Perfect Party’ Designer Series Paper 1/2″ x 3″, notched at end with Triple Banner Punch or Paper Snips
  • Star- ‘Myths & Magic’ Glimmer Paper, (I cut mine with a retired die, but the Wood Crate Framelits set contains a star); attach with Stampin’ Dimensional

ADHESIVE: SNAIL or MP Glue, Stampin’ Dimensionals

TOOLS: Stampin’ Trimmer, Bone Folder, Big Shot

Savvy Tips: When using the Triple Banner Punch on narrow pieces, turn the punch upside down and center it visually before punching. This method allows you to punch any width paper up to 2″. The DSP pages with bows, presents, noise makers and balloons are perfect for this card! Note you can get 4 cards from ONE 6″ x 6″ piece of DSP! 😯 By week’s end, you’ll have three designs with card recipes to start creating… it’s like a FREE card class!

picture perfect party cards

Make 4 cards from ONE sheet of 6″ x 6″ DSP!

Supplies

Click on any image to shop online- easy-peasy and safe! Please DO use my rewards code for free sample products and handmade gifts from me!

Picture Perfect Birthday Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00
Versamark Pad

$8.50
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.00
Picture Perfect Party Classic Stampin’ Spots

$9.00
Picture Perfect Party 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock Pack

$8.00
Picture Perfect Party 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

$10.00
Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm)

$15.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Wood Crate Framelits Dies

$30.00


picture perfect party cards

The ‘Picture Perfect Birthday’ stamps have several fun inside greetings!

I hope you enjoyed the first in this week’s series of Picture Perfect Party cards… the “Polaroid” is so fitting with this Designer paper! Don’t delay getting your orders in for retiring products. There’s already a mad dash to get favorite goodies before they’re gone and inventory is starting to drop. See you Wednesday with card #2 that’s perfect to tuck in $$$ or a gift card. Until then…

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

 

 

 

Card Sketches Design #4 – Consider Yourself Hugged

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Card Sketches Design #4 

As promised, here’s the fourth (and last- at least for awhile:) card made with the same sketch design (or blueprint) I’ve been showcasing the last 2 weeks. It really does deserve to be in your Design Notebook. Feel free to Pin It or download & copy it. I find it’s a great go-to sketch when I’m in a creative fog. Anyone???

Don’t have a Design Notebook? I encourage you to start one- whether it’s an actual notebook or virtual version. Having a handful of card sketches to reference can be an easy way to jumpstart your creative juices.

card sketches #4

SKETCH DESIGN

Here’s a refresher of the design. If you missed any of the other three cards, you can see the mermaid card HERE, the dragon card HERE and the birdhouse card HERE. I encourage you to check them out so you can see how versatile a design can be. Change up the color, paper and stamps and create an endless number of cards that look similar in form, but very different in style.

card sketches

CARD RECIPE

  • Card Base- Thick Whisper White 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored & folded @ 5-1/2″
  • Bottom Layer- Whole Lot Of Lovely DSP 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
  • Banner- Berry Burst cardstock cut 3″ wide x 5″ long, notched at the bottom.
  • Circle Layers-  Layering Circles Framelits dies in Whisper White and Basic Black.
  • Stamping- The flower was stamped with Berry Burst and leaves with Lemon Lime Twist ink.
  • Embellishments- I used a black Rhinestone Jewel in the center (from the 2017 Holiday catalog, now retired). If you don’t have that, the mini sequins below would also work. A quick bow from Black Baker’s Twine completes it.
  • Easy-peasy, lemon squeasy. 

COLOR INSPIRATION

In this card, black is the dominant color, with Berry Burst and Lemon Lime Twist as accents. It’s a bright, bold mix that works because of the use of lots of white!

WHOLE LOT OF LOVELY

The black and white background on the card is from the Whole Lot of Lovely Designer Series Paper, part of the Whole Lot of Lovely suite of products. Thought I’d share them since they’re some of my favorite goodies in the Annual Catalog, even if they’re not on this card. It’s a beautiful, versatile suite!

card sketches

Whole Lot of Lovely Designer Series Paper #144110

card sketches

3/8″ Shimmer Ribbon in Basic Black, Pear Pizzazz, Pool Party & Powder Pink

card sketches layer leaves TIEF

Layered Leaves Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder #143704

card sketches mini sequin trim

Mini Sequin Trim in BLACK #144259 or GOLD #144128

SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW

I really hope you’ll give this design a try. And start a Design Notebook for your card sketches, color inspiration and project ideas if you don’t have one. Follow me on Pinterest or subscribe to this blog for a continual source of ideas.

I’m super excited to play with my new goodies from the upcoming 2018-2019 Catalog that just arrived! Woo-HOO! Keep an eye out for sneak peeks to come. Plus, our Paper Hugs Club meets tomorrow for our monthly class (always a joy!) It should be a VERY good weekend indeed! Hope you get in some crafty play of your own!

Happy Stampin’

xxx tammy 🙂

Shop online for the Stampin’ Up! products needed to make this card by clicking on any picture. Please DO use my Rewards Code for FREE product samples & handmade gifts from me 🙂

Lots Of Love Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$19.00
Lots Of Love Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$27.00
Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

$6.50
Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

$6.50
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad

$7.00
Whole Lot Of Lovely Designer Series Paper

$11.00
2017-2019 In Color 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

$7.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
Basic Black Baker's Twine

$3.00
Pick A Pattern Washi Tape

$8.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Layering Circle Framelits Dies

$35.00

 

 

Hi There! Hedgehog Card Featuring Stampin’ Up! Hedgehugs Stamps

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Hi There! Hedgehog Card 

Happy Wednesday! Aren’t these little hedgehogs just so stinkin’ cute? They are THE stars of Stampin’ Up!’s Hedgehugs stamp set! In my imaginary world, I picture them the best of friends. Perfect for an adorable HI-HELLO-THINKING OF YOU card. Who wouldn’t want to open their mailbox and find this cute hedgehog card?!

COLOR INSPIRATION

In my mind, they just need to be playing on a log. Not sure why- but, we’re going with it! So Early Espresso was my first color choice. Soft Sky was my second- mostly because I had a scrap from the Coffee Break Designer Series Paper sitting on my desk that I thought I could use. In the design, I thought it could allude to sky, as well. After that, red seemed the obvious choice to brighten up the other two. Together, they work really well, with a bit of vintage vibe.

The coloring on the hedgehogs was done with Stampin’ Blends markers and a brush of Wink of Stella glitter. Of course, hedgehogs should shimmer, too! Color in a little grass to “ground” them, and you’re done.

TEXTURE

I do LOVE Textured Impressions Embossing Folders (TIEF) to add that special oomph to a card and the Pinewood Planks 3-D TIEF was just what I wanted for that wood effect. Another option could be the Wood Textures Designer Series Paper. Either would work, depending on what you have on hand. I highly recommend both.

ACCESSORIZE YOUR CARD

Don’t forget to decorate the inside of your card, too- as well, as the envelope. It’s like accessorizing an outfit. It dresses thing up and ties everything together.

Ever made a mistake just when you were about to finish? I messed up the sentiment below AFTER I had everything else colored. Argh! Not wanting to throw it away, I just stamped it on a scrap piece and covered over it. Problem solved and my girlfriend will never know. So take heart if it happens to you and do a little creative up 🙂

Have fun playing with these cute little forest creatures! So many options with this cute stamp set. If you’d like to see another card made with this Hedgehugs set, check it out HERE (it’s toward the bottom of the post).

Hope you brighten someone’s day with this adorable hedgehog card. It’s the real reason why handmade is heartfelt!

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

 

Need Stampin’ Up! supplies to make this card? Shop online by clicking on any picture. Please do use my Rewards Code for FREE product samples and handmade gifts from me 🙂 

Hedgehugs Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$20.00
Hedgehugs Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$28.00
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad

$7.00
Coffee Break Designer Series Paper

$11.00
Early Espresso 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.00
Real Red 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
Linen Thread

$4.50
Brights Enamel Shapes

$9.00
Clear Wink Of Stella Glitter Brush

$8.00
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue

$4.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Pinewood Planks Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$10.00

NEWS FLASH: 13 Retiring Stampin Up Colors To Get NOW!

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Retiring Stampin Up Colors

I just got back from Onstage in Las Vegas where Stampin’ Up! revealed their 30th Anniversary Catalog that starts June 1st. To say it’s overflowing with amazing new goodies is a huge understatement!!! They hit it out of the park… NO!.. out of the county. Maybe out of the state! Plan to be overwhelmed with giddiness like me. Just start saving now– you’re gonna have a long wish list! lol

While there is sooo much to share, there’s also plenty of time- except for the news of the retiring Stampin Up colors! This is always the biggie and this year it’s a HUGE biggie!  All the retiring color products sell like wildfire after today’s announcement, so I want my team and customers to know first! I’m looking out for ya!

Here’s a quick video with the full reveal of all retiring colors plus a couple surprises…

Good News? Bad News?

If you’d rather read it or print the list, I’ve got you covered. I know colors are like friends, so I’ll share the bad news first, then the good news!

  • Bads news: Stampin’ Up! is retiring 13 colors 
  • Good news: There’s 16 new and returning colors to replace them! woo-HOO! And you’re gonna love them just as much! They’re trendy, fun  and together with the existing colors, create new exciting combos!

In addition, Stampin’ Up!’s retiring the Archival stamp pads*. The Archival ‘Basic Gray’ color will stay, but return in the Classic style pad like all his friends, which really makes a lot of sense. The Basic Black Archival pad is being replaced with Staz-On ‘Jet Black’ and I promise you’ll hardly notice. I’ve always thought they seemed the same anyhow. Memento’s ‘Tuxedo Black’ Ink pad remains an option, so we have full coverage for all our coloring mediums like the Stampin’ Blend alcohol markers, Stampin’ Write dye markers, blender pens and Watercolor.

 Here’s the full list of retiring Stampin Up colors by collection…

Retiring 2016-2018 In Colors

retiring Stampin Up colors 2016-2018 In colors

One color made the cut and will live on in a new collection: Flirty Flamingo! Say bye to the others…

  • Dapper Denim
  • Emerald Envy
  • Peekaboo Peach
  • Sweet Sugarplum

Retiring Brights Collection Colors

retiring Stampin Up colors from brights collection

  • Tangerine Tango
  • Tempting Turquoise

Retiring Neutrals Collection Colorsretiring Stampin Up colors from neutral collection

  • Chocolate Chip
  • Archival Ink Pads in Basic Gray and Basic Black*see note above*

Retiring Regals Collection Colors

retiring Stampin Up colors from regals collection

  • Always Artichoke
  • Island Indigo
  • Elegant Eggplant
  • Perfect Plum
  • Rose Red

Retiring Subtles Collection Colors

retiring Stampin Up colors from subtles collection

  • Marina Mist
  • Pink Pirouette
  • Soft Sky
  • Wild Wasabi
  • Wisteria Wonder

If you’re getting a tear in your eye or going into panic mode thinking of losing any of your favorites, don’t despair! Click HERE to go to my online store and order your favorite retiring Stampin Up colors NOW before they’re gone. Then you’ll be stocked for awhile as we transition to the new colors starting June 1st.

No hype here (not really mine thing anyhow)- just telling you straight: THEY WILL SELL OUT! And once they’re gone, they’re H I S T O R Y! If you want something, do NOT wait!!! And remember to use my Rewards Code for free product samples and handmade gifts from me. I love to spoil my customers! I truly appreciate every order- no matter how small!

Tune back in for news of the NEW colors and other big changes coming! All the new colors are ordered so as soon as they arrive, I’ll be filming and posting. Plus, I brought back lots of new goodies from OnStage so I can give you sneak peeks! Videos coming… after sleep.

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

 

 

Embossed Thank You Card With Important News Coming at Noon

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Embossed Thank You Card

Happy Monday! Today’s a special day with 2 posts! This is my normal project post I already had planned for you, but you’re going to want to come back at noon for the HUGE News Flash on Retiring Stampin’ Up! colors! No need to remember for my subscribers… you’ll get it emailed! Until then…

Spring is in the air… at least here in southern California. The birds are singing. The flowers are blooming. And regardless of the weather where you’re at, this colorful thank you card will bring a little sunshine to your craft area. 

Featuring the Flying Home stamp set, if you love coloring like I do, the adorable feathered friends in these stamps should be on your wish list. Three adorable scenes with little butterfly and bee accents… they’re so cute!stampin' up! flying home stamp set

SKETCH CARD #3

Does this design look familiar? Yep, same blueprint as last week’s cards. When I said it was a fave, I really meant it. After making last week’s children’s cards, I decided to keep playing… I was on a roll!  You can do the same! Mix up the colors, paper and stamps and build up your stash of cards with this one design.

If you missed the other cards from last week, find the girls mermaid card HERE and the boys dragon card HERE (with blueprint) for comparison. I’ve still got one more I’ll share later in the week.

COLOR INSPIRATION

Like orange sherbet? Then you’ll love Peekaboo Peach. For art. Not to eat. LOL Paired with Night of Navy, it’s a modern twist on the classic navy and yellow. And with lots of white, the flowers and bird can be any other colors you want. 

EMBOSSED TEXTURE

Want a quick way to add an accent of texture to a card? The Petal Pair (there’s 2) Textured Impressions Embossing Folders (TIEF) are ideal to direct the eye to a focal point, like the circle of flowers on this card. It’s also just the right size to emboss your envelope flap. Small, quick and easy!

CARD RECIPE

STAMPS: Flying Home, Waterfront (Thanks)

INK: Basic Black Archival Ink Pad, Stampin’ Blends Markers

PAPER:

Naturally Eclectic Designer Series Paper 2-1/2″ x 5″, notched at end (banner)

Peekaboo Peach Cardstock 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (top embossed layer)

Thick Whisper White Cardstock 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored and folded at 5-1/2″ (card base)

EMBELLISHMENTS: Whisper White Baker’s Twine

ADHESIVE: SNAIL or MP Glue, Stampin’ Dimensionals

TOOLS: Stampin’ Trimmer, Bone Folder, Big Shot, Petal Pair TIEF, Stitched Framelits Dies

BIG NEWS COMING

On a final note, after spending a super fun weekend with a few thousand Stampin’ Up! friends, I can say I am SOOO EXCITED about what’s coming in the new 2018-2019 Catalog and know you will be, too!!! The products don’t become available to customers until June 1st, but I’ll be sharing peeks with you starting this week!  If you just can’t wait, sign up for my team and get your hands on the new goodies starting in a few weeks… just one of the many perks of being a demonstrator. See you at noon with the HUGE news about retiring Stampin’ Up! colors! Change is coming… and it’s really, really GOOD!

Until then, have fun making this embossed thank you card… it always feels a bit magical when you open up the embossing folder! See you Wednesday…

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

Need Stampin’ Up! supplies to make this card? Click any image to shop online! Please do use my Rewards Code for FREE product samples and handmade gifts from me 🙂

Flying Home Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$18.00
Flying Home Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$25.00
Waterfront Photopolymer Stamp Set

$17.00
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad

$7.00
Naturally Eclectic Designer Series Paper

$11.00
Peekaboo Peach 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Thick Cardstock

$7.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
Twine Baker's Whisper White

$3.00
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue

$4.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Petal Pair Textured Impressions Embossing Folders

$9.00
Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies

$30.00

Little Boys Dragon Birthday Card with 3-Step Design

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Knight & Dragon Birthday Card

Today’s card is for all the little boys who dream of being the brave knight that slays the dragon. Or with the adorable Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper (S-DSP), maybe it’s play with the dragon! Either way, this playful dragon birthday card is sure to bring smiles!

 

dragon birthday card

Today’s post also includes several tips on designing a card, including my 3-prong approach guaranteed to work every time!

  1. Use a Sketch Design or “Blueprint”
  2.  Get Color Inspiration and…  
  3. Pattern Coordination from Designer Paper

SKETCH DESIGN

You may notice this is the same design as Monday’s card. I want you to see that by switching up any aspect, you can create cards that look similar in form, but are different in style, just like today’s card versus the girls mermaid card featured on Monday’s post HERE.  In today’s card, the design is the same, but we’re switching up the colors and patterns.

Blueprint for dragon birthday card

 

COLOR INSPIRATION

The easiest way to get color inspiration is by looking at what colors are in the Designer Paper you’re using. From the Myths & Magic S-DSP, I chose what I call the “Sherwood Forest” pattern as my primary paper. Next I chose a second coordinating pattern in Dapper Denim. These form the basic foundation of the card. Since Lemon Lime Twist is the dominant color on the “Sherwood Forest” pattern, I chose Old Olive to coordinate with the Dapper Denim, making them both the accents. So when selecting the knight and dragon to cut out, I chose characters with these colors (with the gray acting as a neutral).Color inspiration for dragon birthday card

DESIGNER PAPER

I know I’m a broken record on this, but using Designer Paper makes creating sooo EASY! Stampin’ Up!’s already done all the coordinating work for us- in both colors and patterns. The hardest part is picking which to use! So here’s a little tip on mixing and matching patterns… If one pattern has large features (Sherwood Forest), select a coordinating pattern with (proportionally) small features (Dapper Denim xxx). Think “opposites attract”.  

And speaking of possibilities… what if you don’t have the coordinating Magical Day stamps? Although, I do highly recommend them! 🙂 Can you just use the paper? YES! The only stamping on this card is the sentiments, which could easily be chosen from any favorites you already own. 

dragon birthday card closeup

CARD RECIPE

Stamps: Party Pandas (Happy Birthday), Magical Day (inside greeting)

Ink: Dapper Denim Ink Pad

Paper:

Myths & Magic S-DSP-

  • Sherwood Forest- 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
  • Dapper Denim xxx- 3″ x 5″, notched at bottom
  • Dragons & Knights- fussy cut

Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper- die cut circle 2-1/2″

Lemon Lime Twist Cardstock- 4-1/4″ x 11″, scored and folded @ 5-1/2″ to form card base

Whisper White Cardstock

  • Inside Greeting Panel- 4″ x 5-1/4″
  • Front sentiment- 3/8″ x 2″, notched at both ends

Embellishments: Silver Baker’s Twine

Adhesives: SNAIL or MP Glue, Stampin’ Dimensionals, Mini Dimensionals

Tools: Stampin’ Trimmer, Bone Folder, Paper Snips, Big Shot, Layering Circles Thinlits Dies

BIG NEWS COMING

Big news coming next week- including Stampin’ Up! color changes and peeks at new products coming in the new 2018-2019 Annual Catalog, which I get to see tomorrow (with a few thousand Stampin’ Up! friends!). I am soooo excited and can’t wait to share with you!

Meanwhile, I hope these tips are helpful and you enjoy making this dragon birthday card for a special little boy in your life. I know just who’s getting this one for his third birthday. Have a wonderful weekend! See ya Monday… 

Happy Stampin’

xxx tammy 🙂

Need the supplies to make this card? Easy online shopping by clicking on any image! Please do use my rewards code for free product samples and handmade gifts from me!

Magical Day Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$22.00
Magical Day Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$30.00
Dapper Denim Classic Stampin' Pad

$6.50
Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper

$13.00
Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm)

$15.00
Lemon Lime Twist 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
Silver Baker’S Twine

$4.00
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue

$4.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Paper Snips Scissors

$10.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Layering Circle Framelits Dies

$35.00

 

Myths & Magic DIY Kids Coloring Card with Crayons

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DIY Kids Coloring Card with Crayons

Happy Wednesday! I hope you enjoy today’s video tutorial for this fun kids coloring card …really a card and DIY gift in one! It’s a box within a card that’s designed to hold 12 Crayons. Just enough for a little artist to play!

Kids Coloring card

It’s a card and gift in one!

MYTHS & MAGIC SUITE

I’ve had this design in mind for a while and was excited to finally make it. The Myths & Magic Suite was perfect to bring it to life. Such cute characters for both boys and girls and I just adore this Specialty Designer Paper- all that sparkly embossed glitter is GORGEOUS (or handsome-lol)!!!

Imagine the delight this could bring to a sick child. Or to a special birthday boy or girl. Or even as fun favors for your kid’s party guests. What child doesn’t light up when they see brand new pointy crayons and cute characters just waiting to be colored?! Bring on the FUN!

Kids Coloring card

Myths & Magic – for boys & girls both!

INGREDIENTS

STAMPS: Magical Day stamps or Magical Day Bundle with Framelits Dies

INK: Basic Black Archival Ink Pad OR Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad, Bermuda Bay Ink Pad

PAPER:

Myths & Magic SDSP

  • 7-1/4″ x 11″ (card base)
  • 4-1/4″+ x 3-1/4″ (front layer) 
  • 4-1/4″+ x 1/4″ (front accent/or use washi tape);

Whisper White Cardstock 

  • 4-1/4″+ x 2-1/2″ (stamped card front)
  • 2″ x 3″ (inside sentiment/punched)

EMBELLISHMENTS: Silver/White Baker’s Twine, Myths & Magic Washi Tape

ADHESIVES: SNAIL or MP GLue, Fast Fuse or Tear & Tape

TOOLS: Stampin’ Trimmer, Bone Folder, Pretty Label Punch, Big Shot 

OTHER: Crayola Crayons- 12 

Kids Coloring Card

RECIPE

  • TIP: Check paper patterns before cutting to make sure the orientation is correct:) 
  • SHORT  Side: At 1-1/2″ and 5-3/4″ each, cut down 8-1/2″, then score remaining length.  Score 3/8″ out from each of these score lines.
  • LONG Side: At 8-1/2″, cut 1-1/2″ in from each edge, removing corners and forming an upside down T). Score remaining area at 8-1/2″, then  3/8″ out (into wider part). Score narrow part 4-1/4″ from top. Cut flaps down. 
  • Form box and secure flaps to back with Fast Fuse (or Tear & Tape)
  • Finished Card Size: 4-1/4″ x 4-1/4″ x 3/8″

If the directions seem a bit confusing, no worries!  The video tutorial will walk you through step-by-step. {Even I confused myself in the video(lol). Just PLEASE laugh- it happens to the best of us (I’m blaming not enough caffeine!} 

SEE YOU FRIDAY

Have fun making these kids coloring cards… and more importantly, bringing a smile to a little one’s face!  Hope to see you Friday for an adorable birthday card just for little boys. If you missed Monday’s enchanting mermaid birthday card for girls, check it out HERE.

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

Need supplies to make this card? Click on any image to shop Stampin’ Up! online, anytime! Please do use my rewards code for free sample products and handmade gifts from me!

Magical Day Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$22.00
Magical Day Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$30.00
Magical Day Clear-Mount Bundle

$45.75
Magical Day Wood-Mount Bundle

$53.00
Basic Black Archival Stampin’ Pad

$7.00
Tuxedo Black Memento Ink Pad

$6.00
Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

$6.50
Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper

$13.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Silver Baker’S Twine

$4.00
Myths & Magic Specialty Washi Tape

$6.00
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue

$4.00
Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

$7.50
Tear & Tape Adhesive

$7.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Pretty Label Punch

$18.00
Big Shot

$110.00

 

 

 

 

 

Enchanting Mermaid Birthday Card with Myths & Magic

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Enchanting Mermaid Birthday Card

Happy April! With Sale-A-Bration (SAB) behind us, it’s out with the old and in with the new… from the spring Occasions catalog! This week I’m sharing projects made with Stampin’ Up!’s Myths & Magic Suite of products.

Today’s card is for all the little girls out there who adore mermaids… even if just in their imagination! Picture frolicking the day away playing hide-n-seek among the seaweed, the ocean as your playground. Can you hear the roar of the waves? Feel the sun on your cheeks? The tickle from the bubbles? Sigh……

Enchanting Mermaid Birthday Card

I was excited to finally play with the Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper (S-DSP). Oh, my -sooo FUN and GORGEOUS! If you have kiddos in your life, this paper is a MUST! Full of enchanting characters, mythical creatures, and colorful backgrounds, it’s sure to be a big hit with both boys and girls! The coordinating Magical Day stamps are equally as fun; see another kid’s project using them HERE.

Myths & Magic SDSP #145600

COLOR INSPIRATION

One reason I love using DSP is Stampin’ Up!’s done the color coordination for us: just take your cue from the paper. I focused on Bermuda Bay to allude to the ocean, with Fresh Fig and Old Olive as the accents in their mer-suits. Or is it mer-dresses? 

 SKETCH DESIGN

Mermaid Birthday Card Design Sketch

TEXTURE & BLING

The Seaside Textured Impressions Embossing Folder (TIEF) is the perfect choice to add instant texture and dimension that mimics waves. A quick pass through the Big Shot and you’re done! 

Talk about glimmer and shimmer… between the glossy glitter on the S-DSP (that’s the “Specialty” part), the sparkle from the Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper, and the shimmer ribbon (from SAB)- this card sets the record for bling! Oh, so girly 🙂

Enchanting Mermaid Birthday Card closeup

FUSSY CUT

To fussy cut or not? If you’re not familiar with the term, it simply refers to intricate cutting. It’s one of those things you either love or… don’t. I find it relaxing and easy with our Paper Snips (small, sharp scissors needed!), so I opted to cut these characters directly from the DSP. The only stamping on the front is that little sentiment (from SAB Party Pandas)! But if it’s not your thing, no worries- just stamp, color and die cut them yourself with the Magical Day stamps & coordinating Framelits dies.

JOIN ME WEDNESDAY

I hope you enjoy making this mermaid birthday card for a special little girl in your life. I’m off to make another version of this card for boys. Meanwhile, join me Wednesday (or better yet, subscribe to receive posts delivered to your email) to see a video tutuorial of a fun kids coloring card that is really a card and DIY gift in one- with Crayons! You’ve just got to see it for yourself!

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

Need supplies to make this cute card? Click on any image to safely shop Stampin’ Up! products online. Please do use my Reward’s Code for free product samples and handmade gifts from me!

Magical Day Clear-Mount Stamp Set

$22.00
Magical Day Wood-Mount Stamp Set

$30.00
Magical Day Clear-Mount Bundle

$45.75
Magical Day Wood-Mount Bundle

$53.00
Bermuda Bay Classic Stampin' Pad

$6.50
Myths & Magic Specialty Designer Series Paper

$13.00
Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm)

$15.00
Bermuda Bay 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$8.00
Whisper White 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

$9.00
Medium Whisper White Envelopes

$6.50
SNAIL Permanent Adhesive

$7.00
Liquid Multipurpose Glue

$4.00
Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Mini Stampin' Dimensionals

$4.00
Stampin' Trimmer

$30.00
Bone Folder

$7.00
Paper Snips Scissors

$10.00
Big Shot

$110.00
Seaside Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

$8.50
Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies

$30.00

Sale-A-Bration Favorites – Stampin’ Up! Embossing Folders

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1 day left…

Sale-A-Bration ends tomorrow! Last chance to get all the wonderful goodies I’ve been sharing this week. Exclusive products! So much fun… for FREE!

Today rounds out the last of my Sale-A-Bration favorites with Stampin’ Up! embossing folders …aka Textured Impressions Embossing Folders (TIEF for short).

I LOVE embossing folders for quick dimension and texture on a card. A roll through your Big Shot machine and DONE!

(Psst- This is the perfect time to buy the Big Shot and get free dies and embossing folders to play with- ready made fun! See Wednesday’s post HERE for my fave free die sets… up to $34 value!)

Basket Weave Dynamic TIEF

Stampin' Up! embossing folders

3 Sale-A-Bration faves: Basket Weave TIEF + Blossoming Basket Stamps Bundle & Shimmer Ribbon

This Basket Weave TIEF is my top fave and is coupled with the Blossoming Basket stamp set for a Level 2 bundle. LOVE it! It makes for dynamic impressions and bold texture. Use it on your envelopes, as well as on vellum for a lovely sheer layer on your cards. And the stamps… beautiful!

{FYI- This Dynamic TIEF will be available to buy in the new 2018 Annual Catalog just in case you can’t get everything on your Sale-A-Bration wish list.}

Blossoming Basket Clear-Mount Bundle

Blossoming Basket Wood-Mount Bundle

Petal Pair TIEF

Stampin' Up! embossing folders Petal Pair

These all-occasion note cards look great simply embossed or colored with inked sponge daubers

Need some super-quick note cards that will work for any occasion? These Narrow Note Cards embossed with the Petal Pair TIEF are great to keep on hand for last minute needs. Thank You. Birthday. Gift Card…Check! Or create a pretty gift set wrapped in the Lots To Love Box (see it HERE) 

IMPORTANT: You MUST USE Item #150035 to get this FREE! Do NOT use the item number in the Occasions Catalog!)

Petal Pair Textured Impressions Embossing Folders

Other Stampin’ Up! Embossing Folders

Here’s three other fun TIEF’s to choose from. IMPORTANT: You MUST USE the item numbers listed to get these FREE. Do NOT use the item numbers in the Occasion or Annual Catalog!

Scattered Sequins Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Simple Stripes Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Cable Knit Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Today’s SAVVY TIP: When embossing thick whisper white cardstock, a light spritz of water helps relax the paper fibers and prevent the paper from cracking and/or creasing. When done, set it under a large clear block to dry and it’ll come out flat!

Sale-A-Bration FAQ

  • Every $50 of products purchased earns you a FREE Level 1 item! 
  • Every $100 of products earns you either a FREE Level 2 item OR two Level 1 items
  • Purchase $250 or more and select $50 of FREE rewards from ANY catalog, in addition to Sale-A-Bration rewards!
  • NO LIMIT to how many you can earn! Spend More=More Free + mix & match
  • All 30 Sale-A-Bration Rewards can be seen HERE
  • Purchases must be made through my online store on or before Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 10:59 pm PST
  • Qualifying amount is before shipping or tax (if applicable)
  • Use my Rewards Code to get additional freebies from me! (Copy & paste this 9ZKGUSS9 into the Host Code if your order is $150 or less. No host code needed if over $150)

I hope seeing projects made with my favorite Sale-A-Bration Stampin’ Up! embossing folders -as well as the other projects this week- inspired you to take full advantage of this one-a-year special! See you in April…

Happy Stampin’!

xxx tammy 🙂

PS. Make sure to get your orders completed by 10:59 pm PST tomorrow, March 31, 2018! And please DO USE my rewards code for freebies from me, too!

Sale-A-Bration Rewards – Favorites Continue with Dies, Paper & Ribbon

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3 days left…

 Sale-A-Bration is almost over! This once-a-year event with exclusive products will be history after Saturday. Today I’m sharing projects from some of my other Sale-A-Bration favorites – Framelits/Thinlits die sets, Designer Series Paper and Ribbon. I encourage you to get these free rewards while you can!

If you missed Monday’s projects with my fave stamp sets, check them out HERE.

Sale-A-Bration Favorites: Die Sets

Stampin’ Up! surprised us this year by including Framelits and Thinlits Dies in their Sale-A-Bration offerings and they proved very popular (with good reason)! This is the perfect time to invest in the Big Shot machine and earn a FREE die set to play with!
 
  • PETALS AND MORE THINLITS DIES (Level 2) This coordinates with my favorite suite of products in the Occasions 2018 catalog- including the very popular PETAL PALETTE stamp set. Six of the dies in this 10-piece set stand alone and make fabulous  accents! I  L*O*V*E  this set! It retails for $34- so HUGE value if you snag it FREE! IMPORTANT: You MUST USE Item #150048 to get this FREE! (Do NOT use the item # in the catalog).

Petals & More Thinlits Dies

 
  • SWEET CAKE FRAMELITS DIES (Level 2) This coordinates with the Cake Soiree’ stamp set – part of the very popular Sweet Soiree’ Suite of products from the Occasions 2018 catalog. This 16-die set retails for $33, so another big score! IMPORTANT: You MUST USE Item #150047 to get this FREE! (Do NOT use the item # in the catalog)
Sweet Cake Framelits Dies

 

  • CELEBRATE YOU THINLITS DIES (Level 2) These dies coordinate wonderfully with the AMAZING YOU stamp set listed above. {PSST: If you need to prioritize, these dies will be available to purchase in the new 2018-2019 Annual Catalog.} You can see a card made with these dies HERE.
    Celebrate You Thinlit Dies

    SALE-A-BRATION PAPER & RIBBON

    • SPRINGTIME FOILS Specialty Designer Series Paper (Level 1) – Four patterns with silver, gold and rose-gold foil. Beautiful on it’s own, but gorgeous to color! Here’s a peek at a bitty box I colored with Stampin’ Write Markers.

    Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper

     
    Springtime Foils Lots To Love Box

    Gift Box made with Lots To Love Box Framelits Die & Springtime Foils SDSP

    Bubbles & Fizz DSP paired with Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper for a special birthday card for my sis!

    MYTHS & MAGIC GLIMMER PAPER (Level 1) – 15 sheets of 6″ x 6″ paper in three glittery colors. Great for accents and anything you want to POP! IMPORTANT: You MUST USE Item #150043 to ge this FREE! Do not use the item number from the Occasions Catalog!)

      Myths & Magic Glimmer Paper 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm)

      • JUST ADD COLOR SPECIALTY DESIGNER PAPER (Level 1) – 12 sheets of 6 designs perfect for coloring! IMPORTANT: You MUST USE Item #150044 to get this FREE! Do NOT use the item number from the Annual Catalog).

      Just Add Color Specialty Designer Series Paper

      • SHIMMER RIBBON PACK (Level 1) – 3 rolls of shimmer ribbon in 3 widths and 3 colors! 15 yards makes for lots of embellishment 🙂

      Sale-A-Bration FAQ

      • Every $50 of products purchased earns you a FREE Level 1 item! 
      • Every $100 of products earns you either a FREE Level 2 item OR two Level 1 items
      • Purchase $250 or more and select $50 of FREE rewards from ANY catalog, in addition to Sale-A-Bration rewards!
      • NO LIMIT to how many you can earn! Spend More=More Free + mix & match
      • All 30 Sale-A-Bration Rewards can be seen HERE
      • Purchases must be made through my online store on or before Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 10:59 pm PST
      • Qualifying amount is before shipping or tax (if applicable)
      • Use my Rewards Code to get additional freebies from me! (Copy & paste this 9ZKGUSS9 into the Host Code if your order is $150 or less. No host code needed if over $150)

      Whew! We’ve covered a lot, but there’s still more! Check back Friday for the last of my favorites- textured impressions embossing folders. Just in time for last minute orders to snag all these wonderful goodies. Don’t you just LOVE FREE?!!!

      Happy Stampin’!

      xxx tammy 🙂

      Sale-A-Bration Favorites: 5 days left for FREE Rewards!

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      5 days left…

       Sale-A-Bration is almost over! This once-a-year event with exclusive products will be history after Saturday. Today I’m sharing a few projects created with my top Sale-A-Bration favorites in the stamps category- the ones I feel give the most value & versatility! 

      Now’s a great time to stock up on paper, ink refills, embellishments- anything on your wish list and get these Sale-A-Bration rewards FREE!

      Sale-A-Bration Favorites: STAMPS

      • AMAZING YOU (Level 1) Such fun to work with! Has mix & match sentiments, as well as images for accents & backgrounds! Coordinates with the CELEBRATE YOU Thinlits Dies (Level 2) – another favorite! If you’d like to see these at work together, watch this Stampin’ Up! video!

      Sale-A-Bration favorites Amazing You stamps & Celebrate You thinlits dies

      Two Sale-A-Bration favorites in this card: Amazing You stamps & Celebrate You Thinlets dies!

       

      • HAPPY WISHES (Level 2)  This double “mega” set with sentiments for birthday, friend, anniversary, thanks and more make quick, easy & beautiful cards!Sale-A-Bration Favorites Happy Wishes
      Sale-A-Bration Favorites Happy Wishes card

      Happy Wishes stamps + Painted With Love SDSP = Quick & Easy Card

      • HEARTFELT WISHES (Level 1) The detail in this “distINKtive” stamp is incredible and the sentiments are lovely. Lots of coloring options, too! Here’s the post featuring this stamp set colored with Stampin’ Blends. Want to see it in action? See Stampin’ Up!’s video HERE.

       
      Sale-A-Bration favorites Heartfelt Blooms

      The detail in this Heartfelt Blooms stamp is amazing… and fun to color!

       
      • PARTY PANDAS (Level 1)  These little guys are just adorable! Fun for kids AND kids-at-heart! 

      Sale-A-Bration favorites Party Pandas

      Cute little birthday card featuring Sale-A-Bration favorites Party Pandas

      •  ECLECTIC EXPRESSIONS (Level 1) A fun, basic set with endless possibilities!

         
        Sale-A-Bration favorites Eclectic Expressions & Shimmer Ribbon

        Congrats card from my upline Lisa using Sale-A-Bration favorites Eclectic Expressions stamps & shimmer ribbon!

        Sale-A-Bration FAQ

        • Every $50 of products purchased earns you a FREE Level 1 item! 
        • Every $100 of products earns you either a FREE Level 2 item OR two Level 1 items
        • Purchase $250 or more and select $50 of FREE rewards from ANY catalog, in addition to Sale-A-Bration rewards!
        • NO LIMIT to how many you can earn! Spend More=More Free + mix & match
        • All 30 Sale-A-Bration Rewards can be seen HERE
        • Purchases must be made through my online store on or before Saturday, March 31, 2018 at 10:59 pm PST
        • Qualifying amount is before shipping or tax (if applicable)
        • Use my Rewards Code to get additional freebies from me! (Copy & paste this 9ZKGUSS9 into the Host Code if your order is $150 or less. No host code needed if over $150)
         
        So much fun to be had!  Join me Wednesday for more Sale-A-Bration favorites with framelits dies, ribbons, cardstock, glimmer paper, and Designer Papers… ALL FREE! Need help or have questions… leave me a comment and I will get back with you.
         
        Happy Stampin’!
        xxx tammy 🙂
         
        PS. REMINDER:  The 2016-2018 In Colors are retiring soon!  A list of all the retiring products can be found HERE. Make sure to include them in your order… we’re likely to see inventory start dropping very soon!

          It’s Treat Week: Quick & Easy Treat Holders-DIY Easter Basket

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          It’s Treat Week! Video Tutorial #3

          DIY Easter Basket

          I hope you’ve enjoyed the treat holders I’ve shared this week! I’ve had fun making them… and taste-testing the sweets meant to go in them! The sacrifices I’m willing to make…. (lol)

          If you missed Monday’s video on treat bags, you’ll want to see it HERE. If you missed Wednesday’s video on treat pouches, see it HERE. 

          Today I share this little DIY Easter Basket made with the Envelope Punch Board (that makes so much more than envelopes). This design is an oldie, but, a goodie that’s worth revisiting as it’s adjustable- allowing you to achieve several different looks (as shown here- with a bonus fourth at the end of this post!).

          DIY Easter Basket

          One easy design- many different ways!

          Quick & Easy

          Pick your fave Designer Paper, ribbon and adhesive- and you’re set. Make four from one sheet of 12″ x 12″ paper, or use the 6″ x 6″ Designer Papers as-is and they’ll be done in minutes! Quick, easy, inexpensive and versatile… they’re not just for Easter! Think party, wedding or shower favors, too!

          Today’s basket features one of my favorite Specialty Designer Series Papers (SDSP) in the 2017-2018 Annual Catalog. If you like it as much as I do, it’s worth stocking up on!

          FOIL FRENZY Specialty Designer Series Paper

          Foil Frenzy Specialty Designer Series Paper #144125

          Berry Burst, Tangerine Tango, Lemon Lime Twist & Soft Sky

          Sale-A-Bration ends soon! Don’t miss out on all the wonderful rewards you can earn for FREE with every $50 of Stampin’ Up! goodies purchased through my online store by March 31st, 2018.

          With 30 things to choose from, the hard part is picking! But there’s no limit- so the more you spend, the more freebies you earn! Problem solved 🙂 See all the SALE-A-BRATION choices HERE.

          BONUS- Basket Into Box

           I kept playing after the video and created this little box using the same design with the Sale-A-Bration Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Paper. GORGEOUS in four patterns of silver, gold and rose-gold foil! {NOTE: All the box needed to close was a little clip off the tips of the top flaps (disregard punching out a handle with the circle punch).}

          Stampin’ Write Markers in Pool Party & Soft Sky (flowers) and Pear Pizzazz & Old Olive (leaves) provided the color. The glossy surface allows you to blend the colors and achieve an effect very similar to the Stampin’ Blend markers (which are almost completely sold out right now). A little Pool Party Shimmer Ribbon accent and it’s ready to give. Have I mentioned this design is versatile??? 🙂

          DIY Easter Basket box alternative

          From basket to box! SAB Springtime Foil Designer Paper colored with Stampin’ Write Markers

          Recipe

            • 6″ x 6″ square of Designer Series Paper or cardstock
            • Punch and score the first side at 1-3/8″ and then at 4″
            • Rotate the paper and punch and score at each existing score line until all three remaining sides are done
            • Cut, punch & assemble per video tutorial

          Supply List

          Click on any product to safely shop online. Sale-A-Brations rewards end March 31, 2018! Use my Rewards Code for additional freebies from me!

          Envelope Punch Board

          $20.00
          Foil Frenzy Specialty Designer Series Paper

          $13.00
          Berry Burst 5/8" Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

          $8.00
          Sweet Soirée Specialty Designer Series Paper

          $13.00
          Peekaboo Peach 5/8" Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

          $8.00
          Springtime Foils Specialty Designer Series Paper

          $0.00
          Pool Party 3/8" Shimmer Ribbon

          $7.00
          Subtles Stampin' Write Markers

          $29.00
          Stampin Write Markers - Brights Collection

          Stampin Write Markers – Brights Collection
          [119702]
          $28.95
          Sweet Soirée Ready Shreddie

          $7.50
          Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

          $7.50

            I hope you enjoy making this DIY Easter Basket, as well as the other quick and easy treat holders I shared this week. The gift of handmade is truly a labor of love… even if it wasn’t much labor 🙂

            Happy Stampin’!

            xxx tammy 🙂

             

             

            It’s Treat Week: Easy & Quick Treat Holders Video Tutorial #2

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            It’s Treat Week! Easy & Quick Treat Holders

            Thanks for joining me for more easy and quick treat holders– just in time for Easter sweets or other little gifts. Today I’m sharing a super easy and oh, so adorable treat pouch with you.

            There’s just something about this one that makes me feel like a little kid. I think it’s the mystery of it. You have no idea what’s inside, so you just want to shake it and play the guessing game before you tear it open! That’s half the fun, right?! 

            Easy & Quick Treat PouchesYou can also be a little more “adult” (lol) and leave one end easy to open, secured with a mini binder clip (like in the friend gift above). It doesn’t get destroyed that way and could even be re-gifted by your recipient (I call that a double-delight when more than one person gets to enjoy your handmade creation).

            Easy & Quick treat holders - carrots

            Easter treats for my grand-kiddos!

            The Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper is a free Sale-A-Bration reward- perfect for these little “carrots”! The little bunny was made with stamps from the March 2017 Paper Pumpkin kit (LOVE my Paper Pumpkin kits!!!!). If you’re curious what Paper Pumpkin is, read about it HERE. 

            Sale-A-Bration ends soon!

            Earn your own Sale-A-Bration rewards on every $50 you spend on Stampin’ Up! products in my online store before March 31st– no limit! See all the great FREE rewards HERE.

            Easy & Quick Treat Holders

            Easy to adapt in size and style for any occasion!

            These little cuties also make great party favors for birthdays, showers and weddings- as well as unique packaging for a small gift!

            Easy and inexpensive, you can get nine treat pouches per 12″ x 12″ sheet of paper with the small size (4″ x 4″) and four per sheet with the 6″ x 6″ size. Need bigger? You can go up to a full sheet of 12″ x 12″ paper. It’s super easy to adapt the size to fit whatever you need. 

            Video Tutorial #2

            {If you missed the first video tutorial, see the post HERE.}

            Step-by-step directions are here in the video. I hate to admit several jelly beans were sacrificed during filming…

            Following are the supply lists for each treat pouch. Click on any item to shop in my online store.

            Earn Sale-A-Bration rewards for every $50 (before tax & shipping) you spend by March 31st, 2018. Use my rewards code to earn additional freebies from me!

            Wedding or Shower Favor Supply List

            Sweet Soirée Specialty Designer Series Paper

            $13.00
            Metallic Foil Doilies

            $4.00
            2" Circle Punch

            $18.00
            Silver 3/8" Metallic-Edge Ribbon

            $7.00
            Stampin' Dimensionals

            $4.00
            Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

            $7.50
            Stampin' Trimmer

            $30.00

            Birthday Favor Supply List

            Picture Perfect Party 6" X 6" (15.2 X 15.2 Cm) Designer Series Paper

            $10.00
            Berry Burst 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

            $8.00
            Peekaboo Peach 8-1/2" X 11" Cardstock

            $8.00
            Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

            $6.50
            Berry Burst 5/8" Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon

            $8.00
            Silver Mini Sequin Trim

            $6.00
            Label Me Pretty Clear-Mount Bundle

            $31.50
            1-1/4" Circle Punch

            $16.00
            Stampin' Dimensionals

            $4.00
            Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

            $7.50
            Stampin' Trimmer

            $30.00

            Friend Gift Supply List 

            Naturally Eclectic Designer Series Paper

            $11.00
            Beautiful Peacock Photopolymer Stamp Set

            $0.00
            Metallic Foil Doilies

            $4.00
            1-1/4" Circle Punch

            $16.00
            3/8" (1 Cm) Shimmer Ribbon Pack

            $0.00
            Birthday Mini Binder Clips

            $7.50
            Soft Sky 8-1/2" X 11" Card Stock

            $8.00
            Night Of Navy Classic Stampin' Pad

            $6.50
            Berry Burst Classic Stampin' Pad

            $6.50
            Lemon Lime Twist Classic Stampin' Pad

            $6.50
            Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

            $7.50
            Stampin' Dimensionals

            $4.00
            Stampin' Trimmer

            $30.00

            Hope you enjoy making these easy and quick treat holders for yourself and shake them to your heart’s content!  They’re much easier to play with than photograph! I’ll be back Friday with video tutorial #3! Until then…

            Happy Stampin’!

            xxx tammy 🙂

             

             

             

             

            It’s Treat Week: Quick & Easy Treat Holders- Video Tutorial #1

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            It’s Treat Week! Quick & Easy Treat Holders

            With Easter right around the corner, this week I thought I’d share a few quick and easy treat holders just perfect for all kinds of sweets… or any other small gifts you want to give! 

            Today’s treat holder is a quick and easy to decorate bag, made with minimal supplies- so it’s inexpensive, too! That’s what I call savvy stampin’!

            Qyuick & East Treat Holder made with Slae-A-Bration items

            Pennies to make using my Sale-A-Bration rewards!

            Just a reminder, Sale-A-Bration ends March 31st! For every $50 of Stampin’ Up! products purchased through my online store, earn a free Sale-A-Bration item. Make treat bags like these for almost nothing! 

            Stock up on inks, cardstock, Designer paper, embellishments, tools- anything from the Annual or Occasions catalogs, because there’s NO LIMIT to how many freebies you can earn!

            Quick & Easy Treat Holder Painted with Love Party Pandas SDSP

            Filled with little gifts, perfect for a birthday gift or party favor!

            What’s great about all the treat holders I’m sharing this week is they’re not just for Easter. Change up the paper and embellishments and -voila’- you’ve got an adorable favor for birthday parties, showers or weddings, or a cute, unique way to package a gift!

            Video Tutorial – Quick & Easy Treat Holders #1

            Treat Holder Recipe

            • 3″ x 6″ Gusseted Cellophane Bag
            • Cardstock or Designer Series Paper 2-7/8″ x 8-1/2″, scored on long side from top @ 1″, 5-1/2″ & 7-1/2″

            Supply List

             Everyone who places an order with me receives a handmade gift as my thanks. Please DO use my rewards code for additional freebies! 🙂

            Gusseted Cellophane Bags

            $4.50
            Painted With Love Specialty Designer Series Paper

            $13.00
            Bubbles & Fizz Designer Series Paper

            $0.00
            Party Pandas Clear-Mount Stamp Set

            $0.00
            3/8" (1 Cm) Shimmer Ribbon Pack

            $0.00
            Fast Fuse Adhesive Refill

            $7.50
            Stampin' Trimmer

            $30.00

            Hope you enjoy making these quick and easy treat holders… sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!

            See you Wednesday for Treat Holder Video Tutorial #2!

             Happy Stampin’ !

            tammy 🙂 xxx