Tropical Santa! For the “SO SANTA” Beach Bum this Christmas!!

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Take the “SO SANTA” Clear mount stamp set and add some tropical colors to create a fun and witty Christmas card!

Begin with the TROPICAL ESCAPE 6″x6″ Designer Series Paper featured GRANNY APPLE GREEN, SHADED SPRUCE and add some LEMON LIME TWIST cardstock and ribbon.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRODUCTS FEATURED:

So Santa Clear-Mount Stamp Set 

Have you ever wondered what Santa is doing in his spare time? Well, here are some snapshots! Happy crafting!
Our clear-mount stamps
* Are made of the same premium rubber as our wood-mount stamps.
* Have deeply etched images so you get a superior stamped impression each time.
* Are precut so you don’t have to trim.
* Are repositionable; temporarily mount them on clear blocks for stamping, then remove them for storage.
* Save space—you need only one set of blocks for all your clear-mount stamps (blocks sold separately).
* Come packaged in cases with images on the spine for easy storage and quick reference.
Quantity: 10 rubber stamps
Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, c, d, g

 

Tropical Chic Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Whatever your inspiration (Jungle Book, your best vacation ever), the projects you create with this set will be eye-catching!

CARDSTOCK, INKS and MARKERS:

–SHADED SPRUCE  (base card) and INK

— LEMON LIME TWIST (layering) and INK

— WHISPER WHITE  (layering)

— BERMUDA BAY (base card)

— Memento Black Ink (Santa figure)

— Stampin’ Blends Alcohol Based Markers (see color chart below)

Tropical Escape Cardstock Pack (24 sheets 6″x6″) Designer Series Paper 146916 Bora Bora? The Maldives? Turks and Caicos? Bali? No matter the tropical destination of your choice, this paper will put you into a traveling mood in no time! 48 sheets: 4 each of 12 double-sided designs * 6″ x 6″ (15.2 x 15.2 cm) * Acid-free * Lignin free Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Blushing Bride, Granny Apple Green, Shaded Spruce, Whisper White

Tropical Escape 8-1/2″ X 11″ Cardstock Pack The best projects start with the best products. Start your projects with our high-quality cardstock formulated especially for discerning crafters. The ultrasmooth surface is ideal for stamping, so you get clean, crisp images. And it’s dyed with pure color all the way through, so there’s no white core. * 24 sheets – 8 sheets each of 3 colors: Blushing Bride, Granny Apple Green, Shaded Spruce
* 8-1/2″ x 11″
* Acid-free
* Lignin free

RIBBON:

— 1/4″ OMBRE RIBBON in LEMON LIME TWIST


Lemon Lime Twist 1/4″ Ombre Ribbon 
Go from one color and fade to another. The ribbon is an easy way to add style to your projects. Tie it, loop it, wrap it, cut it. We have the styles you love in the colors you want.
* Color fades from dark on one edge to light on the other
* 1/4″ (6.4 mm) Ombre Ribbon
* 10 yards (9.1 m)
* Color: Lemon Lime Twist

COLOR:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stampin’ Blends Markers

 

 

Memento Black Ink

ADHESIVES:

Tear Tape Adhesive

Foam Adhesive Dimensionals

Snail Adhesive Tape

 

 

 


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Snowflakes and Happiness Surrounds

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Introducing the SNOW IS GLISTENING,  HAPPINESS SURROUNDS and the SNOWFALL THINLITS Dies…Let it snow! Or at least, create a snowy wonderland using this incredible assortment of products. With two stamp sets, paper, accessories, and dies, the only limit is your creativity!

I really fell in love with the Christmas tree…so classic!

  • Products available while supplies last until November 30, 2018. This means products will only be available until November 30 or while supplies last, whichever comes first. If a product’s supply is depleted before November 30, it will no longer be available for purchase.

  • Here are some samples:

 

 

 

 

Snow Is Glistening Photopolymer Stamp Set 149742 Price: $21.00 Become enchanted with the unique details of this set. Quantity: 14 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, c, d, e

Snowfall Thinlits Dies 149692 Price: $39.00 Create a magical die-cut snow flurry easily with these limited-time dies. * 20 dies * Largest die: 3-1/4 x 3-1/4 ( 8.3 x 8.3cm) * Use with Big Shot

Snowflake Trinkets 149620 Price: $8.00 Not all snowflakes have to melt! These metallic snowflake embellishments will add some sparkle to your wintry projects. * 20 pieces * 3/4″ (1.9 cm)

 

 

Happiness Surrounds Photopolymer Stamp Set 149744 Price: $17.00 No one feels alone when happiness is present, so remind your loved ones to seek joy! Quantity: 14 photopolymer stamps Suggested clear blocks (sold separately): a, b, d, g

More Ideas:  

 

There are so many possibilities!  This set allows for Holiday and everyday stamping which is a real VALUE!

 

Shop Snowflake Showcase Now!

Other Products:

A must-have tool for all stampers, the Stamparatus® helps you perfectly align stamp images, stamp multiples of the same project quickly and precisely, and get complete ink coverage.

BIG SHOT

BIG SHOT PLATFORM

Standard Cutting Pads

PRECISION BASE PLATE – DELIVERS IMPROVED PERFORMANCE.

Mini Glue Dots Super sticky, instant dots of adhesive. No fumes, no mess, no drying time. Holds heavier embellishments. * 300 dots * 3/16″ (5 mm) diameter

 

RED RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS

Stampin’ Dimensionals come in Regular and Mini sizes Double-sided adhesive foam dots add depth and dimension. Instant bond. * Acid-free

Snail Adhesive SNAIL is double-sided, permanent adhesive. It applies a controlled amount of adhesive directly to your project, so your hands and work area never get sticky. * 13.1 yards (12 m) of adhesive * Easy to apply and refill * Acid-free * Refills available

 

 

 


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Illuminated for Christmas

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This may be one of the most underestimated bundles offered in the Holiday Catalog.  It is very simple at first glance but the hidden bonus is that it coordinates with the Painted Glass Bundle from the Annual Catalog.    When I first saw this set,  I couldn’t help but imagine in my mind’s eye,  a great cathedral rose window of brilliant glass as the background with beams of golden light streaming down.  Since the Graceful Glass vellum was offered as part of this suite  —  I couldn’t resist putting together what I think is a classic Christmas card.

I started by taking some very neutral colors (Night of Navy, Smoky Slate) as a background for the stained glass effect I wanted to achieve.   Using the GRACEFUL GLASS Vellum and colored with the Stampin’ Blends markers to create a “stained glass” effect.  I cut a “window” with the Layering Squares framelits.  The structures that hold stained glass are called “cames” and are made of lead or copper.  On the DSP the cames are the black outlines.  The FRAMELITS used frame the DSP is cut out of Basic Black card stock.   Gold thread and a star from the Star of Light framelits in Gold FOIL make the perfect embellishments.

 

Create beautiful illuminated cards!

 

Illuminated Christmas Clear-Mount Stamp Set

Painted Glass Clear-Mount BUNDLE 
Old cathedrals, monasteries and monks, medieval manuscripts, your holiday in France, your local church, your favorite gothic movie, no matter what this set makes you think of, it is simply beautiful!

Stained Glass Thinlits Dies COORDINATES with the Illuminated Christmas Stamp Set
Create stunning die-cut stained glass windows and window frames in record time with Thinlits dies and the Big Shot.

Video Tutorial:

BASIC STEPS FOR MAKING THIS CARD (consult tutorial for tips and details) :

CARDSTOCK:

  • Night of Navy,
  • Smoky Slate,
  • Whisper White,
  • Basic Black (with Multi-purpose adhesive sheet on the back)
  • Graceful Glass Vellum Designer Series Paper

SIZES:

  • Base Card is: Night of Navy = 5.5″ x 4.25
  • Whisper White Matting = 5.25″x4″
  • Smoky Slate for Window = 5″x 3.75″ (window is cut with layering Square)

DIRECTIONS:

  • CUT square opening on the Smoky Slate piece using the LAYERING SQUARES (consult  video for exact dimensions)

Layering Squares Framelits to cut WINDOW

  • Take both Basic Black Card Stock and Gold Foil and apply the back-side with a piece of the MULTI-PURPOSE ADHESIVE Sheet.
  • Cut with the BIG SHOT both the BLACK window frames and the GOLD star.

GOLD FOIL

Multipurpose Adhesive Sheets – Easily adhere shapes you cut with your Big Shot and dies without messy glue.

  • Select a piece of Graceful Glass 6″x6″ Designer Vellum and color with Stampin’ Blends Markers

Graceful Glass DSP

STAMPIN’ BLENDS MARKERS:

Stampin’ Blends Markers

  • Recommended Colors for Coloring Vellum are:
    • Real Red,
    • Night of Navy,
    • Shaded Spruce,
    • and Daffodil Delight
  • Stamp the “three kings” image with MOMENTO BLACK Ink and color using the same Stampin’ Blends Colors

 

  • Apply Vegas Gold Shimmer Paint to the headwear, garments, and vessels with a fine tipped paint brush.  The video tutorial provides steps and further details.
  • Embellish the finished colored VELLUM “stained glass” with gold “accents” for added sparkle  (watch video for details)

VEGAS GOLD SHIMMER PAINT

  • Use GOLD THREAD tied around dimensionals (see the video for demonstration) to create “beams” from the GOLD Star which is cut from a STAR shape from the Starlight Thinlit Dies set.

GOLD THREAD

Starlight Thinlits Dies
help you create detailed die-cuts with just a few turns of the Big Shot handle.

OTHER PRODUCTS FEATURED:

Dimensionals

BIG SHOT

Big Shot Platforms

PRECISION BASE PLATE

Other Card Designs Made with These Products:


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Just BATTY for Spooky Sweets

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Here are some Batty TREAT projects that I put together for my October Workshop.

The card below was CASed from the talented Mary Fish; I loved the fresh take on the batty images with the vibrant colors using the SPOOKY SWEET Bundle.  The card is easy to make and with the help of the BAT PUNCH to make colorful bats; you can’t help but have extras to make a few coordinating tags.  Embellish with Black Rhinestones (use CLEAR Rhinestones and color with BLACK Stampin’ Blend marker).

But I couldn’t stop there!

So I punched a piece of WINDOW SHEET with the BAT PUNCH to create a stencil that I used with White SHIMMER Embossing Paste to stencil BATs on Black card stock layered on Batty DSP and Pumpkin Pie Card Stock. So easy to make.

It isn’t hard to love the same bright colors from the Toil and Trouble DSP to pull out your GIFT BAG PUNCH BOARD and make some TREAT BAGS that look just GORGEOUS with the GLITTERED Organza Ribbon.  I am going to have to stock up on this ribbon because it is so pretty!

These projects were a pleasure to put together and I hope to inspire my workshop and get everyone’s creative “Halloween” mojo flowing!!!

 

Pretty & Batty

Stamping Pretty CASED Card by Mary Fish

Card CASED from Mary Fish of Stamping Pretty and a take-off design for the TAG!

 

SPOOKY SWEETS CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET  SAVE 10% ON BUNDLE
Time to go batty—over this stamp set!
Quantity: 7 rubber stamps

SPOOKY BATS PUNCH
Quickly punch out spooky bats for your projects.
*Largest punched image: 2″ x 5/8″ (5.1 x 1.6 cm)
* Sleek body style
* Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage
* Locks to store
* Slim and stackable

Here are CARDSTOCK and Dimensions:

  • Basic Black (5.25″ .x4″)  Whisper White (Base Card,  to stamp 4.75″ x 3.5″) , Lemon Lime Twist (5″ x 3.75″)
  • TAG: Whisper White (2″ x 4″), Basic Black (1.25″ x 3″) and Lemon Lime Twist (1″ x 3.5″

INKS:

  • Poppy Parade, Bermuda Bay, Gorgeous Grape, Lemon Lime Twist, Momento Black, and Whisper White

EMBOSSING POWDER: White

EMBELLISHMENTS:  Glittered Organza Ribbon

 

 

GONE BATTY

Stencil Bats on Black with “Toil and Trouble” DSP and the Black FOIL Sheets

Some more CARDSTOCK and Dimensions:

  • Pumpkin Pie (Base Card), Basic Black (2.25″ .x4.75″) ,  DSP (4 ” x 2.75″) , Whisper White and BLACK FOIL

INK: Pumpkin Pie

EMBOSSING PASTE: White Shimmer

EMBELLISHMENTS:  Black Thread

 

TOIL and TROUBLE Designer Series Paper

Keep Halloween cute with colorful designs and textural washes.
* 12 sheets: 2 each of 6 double-sided designs
* 12″ x 12″ (30.5 x 30.5 cm)

Coordinating colors: Basic Black, Cajun Craze, Crushed Curry, Early Espresso, Gorgeous Grape, Granny Apple Green, Highland Heather, Lemon Lime Twist, Mango Melody, Petal Pink, Pumpkin Pie, Whisper White

Batty and Catty TREAT BAGS

Use the BAG PUNCH BOARD to create perfect little bags for TREATS!

 

Meow Kitty and Spider Bag and Tag

 

BOOO–tiful!

Did you ever think Gorgeous Grape and Lemon Lime Twist would look so SPOOK-tascular?

What’s brewing in your craft room?

Here are the Dimensions for Making Bags:

  • GIFT BAG PUNCH BOARD
  • DSP cut 6″ x 12″ to make a LARGE bag
  • BLACK FOIL Paper for Bats and Cat (Punch)
  • Tag dimensions are similar to the first tag (above)
  • Embellish with ribbon and the SPIDER TRINKETs

More PRODUCTS FEATURED:

 

Bundle and save! Buy these two coordinating products and save 10%.
CAULDRON BUBBLE CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET
Double, double toil and trouble;
Fire burn and caldron bubble.
Fillet of a fenny snake,
In the caldron boil and bake;
Eye of newt and toe of frog,
Wool of bat and tongue of dog,
Adder’s fork and blind-worm’s sting,
Yes, it’s Halloween, let’s sing!
(Not-Quite-Shakespeare)

Glittered Organza Ribbon

Black FOIL Sheets

Spider Trinkets

Instead of buying bags for small treats and gifts, create them in a variety of sizes using the cardstock or Designer Series Paper of your choice. The Gift Bag Punch Board makes it super simple to create gift bags in varying sizes. All you have to do is punch, score, and adhere.
* Makes bags 2″ (5.1 cm) deep in heights from 4″ to 10″ (10.2 cm to 25.4 cm) tall
* Makes bags in 3 widths, up to 3-5/8″ (9.2 cm)
* Lightweight and portable
* Has a fold-away score extender and a scoring tool that tucks into a convenient storage slot
* Measurements printed on the board
* Instructions included

 

Toil and Trouble Matching Cardstock

Memento Black Ink

TRIPLE CORNER PUNCH

SILVER BAKER’S TWINE

TRIPLE BANNER PUCH

TAILORED TAG PUNCH

Heat Tool for Embossing

Embossing Paste for use on a stencil

Tools for paste

White Embossing Powder

 

Tag Punch

Quickly punch out a cat silhouette for Halloween or for cat lover projects.
Punches are a quick and easy way to add interest and depth to your projects. And there’s no better way to cut out stamped images—many of our stamp sets have coordinating punches. Our punches are of high quality, affordable, and easy to use.
* Punched image: 2″ x 2″ (5.1 x 5.1 cm)
* Sleek body style
* Large surface area offers precise cutting and leverage
* Locks to store
* Slim and stackable


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MANY BLESSINGS is here for both Cards and Tags

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The Many Blessings Stamp Set has become a favorite.  Yes, I may live in Florida, but the fall season has always been a favorite time of year.  Having spent my middle school and high school years in the mid-west, and then living a year in the northeast while I was in the Navy; it doesn’t take much to remind me of the colors, textures, aromas, and flavors.   To that,  I love the images created by SU and inspired by Ruth Snyder (Million Dollar Sales Achiever).  You know this set will be around for a while and is a great value since it offers so many options over the year.  Since my favorite fall image has always been a pumpkin patch or cornucopia brimming with the fall harvest; I had to stamp and color the Pumpkin image!

This is an easy project; especially if you enjoy coloring.  Needless to say, I just love to “zone out” and color for hours.  Coloring with Stamping Blends has become a stress reducer after a long day at the office!   With the light/dark pens….you really can’t go wrong!  So, besides demonstrating how easy it is to color these great images; I want to introduce you the joys of a BROTHER Scan N Cut machine.  It is an investment…I have owned mine for nearly 3 years and I use it instead of fussy cutting images that don’t come with framelits.  I also like to produce enough to create plenty of cards and tags.   Certainly, let me know if you are interested in learning more and I can provide some tips.

Here are all the products and dimensions used to make three projects and a LINK to the Video Tutorial.  Please leave a comment!  Thanks for stopping by!

 

INSTRUCTIONS for PROJECTS:

Using standard card sizes:

  • The base card is cut at 5.5″x4.25″ in EARLY ESPRESSO, WHISPER WHITE cut at 5.25″x4″ and PUMPKIN PIE cut at 5″x3.75″.
  • Use a complementary pattern in any Designer Series Paper you like; I choose a piece from the TUTTI-FRUITI DSP (retired) in GARDEN GREEN cut at 2″x6″ and cut with the TRIPLE BANNER Punch.

    TRIPLE BANNER PUNCH
  • WOOD TEXTURES DSP paper is used to cut the diamond shape using the TAILORED TAG punch.

WOOD TEXTURES 6″X6″ DSP

TAILORED TAG PUNCH

  • The image is stamped with MOMENTO BLACK ink and colored using the STAMPING BLENDS markers in PUMPKIN PIE, DAFFODIL DELIGHT, CRUMB CAKE, SHADED SPRUCE, CALYPSO CORAL, AND REAL RED.

Wreaths, candy canes, pumpkins, flowers, and decorative imagery: this set has it all for your fall and winter projects.

 

Stampin’ Blends Markers

  • Use the GOLD THREAD as an accent.

GOLD THREAD

  • Paint images with VEGAS GOLD All Purpose Ink featured in the Holiday Catalog.

VEGAS GOLD SHIMMER PAINT

  • STITCHED FRAMELITS (oval) is used to cut out the sentiment which is stamped with Early Espresso ink.
  • The sentiment is stamped from the ITTY BITTY Sentiments

Sentiments for every occasion. Simply a must have.

 

  • The Pumpkin Pie piece is embossed using the BASKETWEAVE 3D Dynamic Embossing Folder and your BIG SHOT.

BASKETWEAVE DYNAMIC FOLDER

  • I used the “Brother Scan N’ Cut” machine to cut out multiple images for cards and tags.

Several models and prices available on AMAZON.

  • Cut 5″x3.75 Whisper White for the inside of the card.

 

Making Tags:

Make multiple projects with these great images!

  • Tag base is 2″x6″ in EARLY ESPRESSO card stock.
  • Use the SCALLOPED TAG TOPPER Punch to cut the top of the tags and the TRIPLE BANNER Punch to cut the bottom.

    TRIPLE BANNER PUCH

    SCALLOPED TAG TOPPER
  • Cut 1.5″x 4″(depending on the length of tag) from coordinating DSP
  • Trim corners with the DETAILED TRIO Punch (new from AC) and the bottom with the TRIPLE BANNER punch.

TRIPLE CORNER PUNCH

  • Cut BURLAP RIBBON (to fit tag) and trim with “V” notch at the bottom.

BURLAP RIBBON

  • Use GLUE DOTS to adhere the image and Twine for the top.

MINI GLUE DOTS

 

CHRISTMAS CARD:

 

Fun candy cane option for your holiday cards and tags!

  • Base card cut 5.5″x4.25″ in SHADED SPRUCE card stock.
  • Stamp “Merry Christmas” from the Many Blessings set in Shaded Spruce to cover card front.  Utilize the “stamp – stamp off” technique to create the pattern.
  • Cut WHISPER WHITE card stock 3.5″ x 3.25″ and REAL RED cut 2″x5″
  • Stamp WW with leaf “arch” in Shaded Spruce and color with Stamping Blends (same color).  Use CRUMB CAKE (light) to outline the image.
  • Use the SUBTLE Embossing Folder to emboss the Real Red card stock and then trim the bottom with the TRIPLE BANNER Punch.
    • Center and adhere Red banner with a strip SUITE SEASON SPECIALTY WASHI TAPE from the Holiday Catalog.

SUBTLE TEXTURED EMBOSSING FOLDER

TRIPLE BANNER PUNCH

 

SUITE-SEASON SPECIALTY WASHI TAPE

  • Stamp candy cane image with MOMENTO BLACK and color with Stamping Blends colors REAL RED, SHADED SPRUCE, DAFFODIL DELIGHT, NIGHT OF NAVY (light) and CRUMB CAKE.  Stamp “Merry Christmas” with REAL RED ink.
  • Embellish candy cane image with FROST WHITE and stars with VEGAS GOLD SHIMMER PAINT available in the Holiday Catalog.
  • Either fussy cut or use the “Scan N Cut” to cut out the image and adhere with DIMENSIONALs on WW piece.

FROST WHITE SHIMMER PAINT

VEGAS GOLD SHIMMER PAINT

  • Embellish with RED RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS from the Holiday Catalog.

RED RHINESTONE BASIC JEWELS

  • Cut a 6 ” piece to create a small bow with SILVER BAKER’S TWINE.

SILVER BAKER’S TWINE

Many Blessings Video Tutorial:

Let me demonstrate coloring techniques, production tips, and project ideas!

OTHER PRODUCTS FEATURED:

 

 

BIG SHOT- USE WITH DIES OR EMBOSSING FOLDERS TO EASILY CUT SHAPES AND ADD TEXTURES.

STANDARD CUTTING PADS

BIG SHOT PLATFORM

PRECISION BASE PLATE – DELIVERS IMPROVED PERFORMANCE.

SNAIL ADHESIVE – DOUBLE SIDED BONDING TAPE

STAMPIN’ DIMENSIONALS – DOUBLE SIDED ADHESIVE FOAM DOTS ADD DEPTH AND DIMENSION.

 

 


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Easy Seasonal Cards featuring the WINTER WOODS Bundle

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A touch of winter is all that is needed on this elegant greeting.

 

This set from the Stampin’ Up! Holiday Catalog is one of several that complements the “Lovely as a Tree” and “Rooted In Nature” classic stamp images!   These are deceptively easy cards to create because you can choose one of several techniques using sponging, embossing paste, reverse embossing with Brusho Crystal Colors on watercolor paper.   What makes these cards even easier to create is the STAMPARATUS stamping tool!

 

Easy to create using the reverse embossing technique on watercolor paper!

 

For a step by step tutorial; check out the link below to my YOUTube channel:

Here are the key products featured:

WINTER WOODS CLEAR-MOUNT STAMP SET Walking through woods in the winter is one of the most beautiful experiences. Recreate it with the photorealistic trees of this set.

 

Shop Winter Woods Projects

 

With the Stamparatus you can make multiple cards in a few easy steps!

 

A must-have tool for all stampers, the Stamparatus® helps you perfectly align stamp images, stamp multiples of the same project quickly and precisely, and get complete ink coverage.

Shop the STAMPARATUS NOW!

Winter Card:

Paper:  Night of Navy, Grey Granite, Whisper White and White Glimmer Paper from the Annual Catalog (AC)

Ribbon: Grey Granite Woven Ribbon (AC)

Embellishments:  Shimmery White Embossing Paste (AC), Red Rhinestone Basic Jewels (HC)

Inks:  Grey Granite, Mossy Meadow, Old Olive and Night of Navy.

 

Autumn Card:

Autumn Cards are easy to make with the Stamparatus

 

 

Autumn Card:

Card Stock:  Early Espresso,  Cajun Craze,  Watercolor Paper (AC)

Inks: Early Expresso (AC)

Embellishments:  Brusho Crystal Colors, White Embossing Powder (AC)

Oval can be cut with the Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies (AC)

Ribbon:  Burlap 5/8″ (AC)

 

 

 

 


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Dandelion Wishes (Quick and Easy) Get Well Greetings

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These are cards I loved putting together using the yummy Designer Series Paper GARDEN IMPRESSIONS — a  6″ X 6″ Paper Pack from the Annual Catalog.   Sometimes it’s the DSP that can inspire a card…and this is certainly the case!

I was also looking to create a bright and cheerful GET WELL greeting!  Click below for my YOUTUBE Video and get all the steps for making this card featuring the DANDELION WISHES Clear-mount stamp set.   This is also a great video for anyone interested in seeing more steps and tips for creating great cards!

Dandelion Wishes Clear-mount Stamp Set

 

Coordinating colors: Calypso Coral, Mango Melody, Melon Mambo, Night of Navy, Pacific Point, Petal Pink, Powder Pink, Shaded Spruce, Soft Sea Foam, So Saffron, Whisper White
Garden Impressions Designer Series Paper — Try a sample of this pack for just $3 on my BLOG! Under “CLICK TO SHOP” tab!

https://stampartconnection.com/paper-sale/

Here is another card made with the scraps of DSP left behind from the other cards! Everything is put to use for beautiful cards!

FEATURED PRODUCTS available on my ONLINE Store:

Frosted & Clear Epoxy Droplets

Night of Navy

Stampin’ Trimmer

White Ribbon

Detailed TRIO Punch

Night of Navy Baker’s Twine

Soft Sea Foam Stampin’ Blend Markers

Clear Embossing Powder

Grid Paper

Snail Adhesive

Tear Tape Adhesive

Heat Tool


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High Tide @ Lily Pad Lake Embossing Techniques

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This card is featured from my Stamp ART Connection YOUTUBE Channel:   https://youtu.be/WjYUV8QFb4c

There you can find all the steps and tips for putting this project together.  It is a great masculine card for any occasion or for anyone that loves the sea.  Below are listed all the featured products to include the brand NEW Stamparatus “must have” stamping tool that gives you flawless alignment for multiple images and all perfectly inked!

 

High Tide Lighthouse on Lily Pad Lake

 

 

FEATURED PRODUCTS: 

 

HIGH TIDE Stamp Set (Lighthouse)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHOP High Tide Stamp Set

LILYPAD LAKE Stamp Set(Water)

SHOP Lily Pad Lake Bundle

 

LIFT ME UP Dies (Cloud dies to make a stencil)

SHOP Up and Away Dies

CLIMBING ORCHIDS (Sentiment)

SHOP Climbing Orchid Stamp Set

INKS/PENS/EMBOSSING: 

POPPY PARADE, MOMENTO BLACK, VERSAMARK, POOL PARTY (stamp water inside)

STAMPIN’ WRITE MARKER in Real Red

WHITE EMBOSSING PASTE

WHITE EMBOSSING POWDER

CARDSTOCK AND RIBBON:

REAL RED, WHISPER WHITE, NIGHT OF NAVY, POOL PARTY

BURLAP RIBBON

 

Inside Card

 

 

 

TOOLS: 

STAMPARATUS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHOP Stamparatus

 

 

BIG SHOT

Heat Tool

BANNER TRIPLE PUNCH

 

Momento Black Ink

Trowel for Embossing Paste

White Embossing Paste

White Embossing Powder

For embossing powders

 

Click below for ONLINE Video Workshop Offer:

https://stampartconnection.com/sample-page/lily-pad-lake-video-workshop/


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BONUS DAYS are Here!

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EARN IN AUGUST  & SPEND IN SEPTEMBER!

 

During the month of August, you can start earning Bonus Days coupon codes to use in September!
There is no limit to how many coupons you can earn, so now’s the perfect time to get items on your wish list or purchase limited-time bundles during the Color Your Season promotion.

 

Here’s the deal:
For every $50 you spend August 1–31 (before shipping and tax), you’ll get a $5 Bonus Days coupon code that can be used September 1–30, 2018.

 

LEARN MORE HERE!


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“You’re the Friend Everyone Wishes They Had”

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“You’re the friend…”  sentiment alone will get you in the mood to create something full of colors and seasons!  Introducing the all-new, limited-time Color Your Season products:

  • Blended Seasons Stamp Set, an exclusive 10-piece wood- or clear-mount stamp set with images for every season (also available in French)!
  • Stitched Season Framelits Dies, a coordinating stitched die that includes stitching on both the positive and negative images!
  • Watercolor Pencils in 10 new colors! Note: These Watercolor Pencils may be available in a future publication.
  • ANY PURCHASE QUALIFIES for earning Bonus Days coupon codes to use in September!  

AVAILABLE FOR ORDER ON 1 AUGUST WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

Great ideas:

“Under the Mistletoe DSP” creates a festive card!

For all occasions. Use the frame lits to create a window and color the images with watercolors or stampin’ blends markers.

A seasonal card for fall with Burlap Ribbon and Crumb Cake card stock.

This sentiment is an all occasion favorite!

 

 

 

 

“Under the Mistletoe” DSP, Real Red and Shaded Spruce card stock. Subtle Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder was used to add texture for the base card layer of Shaded Spruce. Christmas Staircase Thinlits Dies were used to cut the evergreen boughs.

Reverse embossing technique using White Embossing Powder with Brusho Crystal Colors Gamboge and Green on Shimmery White Card Stock with a base card of Old Olive. Gold Foil leaf embellishment with Gold thread all available in the Annual Catalog.

Stamping Blends Markers Old Olive, Pumpkin Pie, Daffodil Delights on Whisper White card stock stamped with Momento Black ink. The Gold Foil leaf is on a piece of Vellum and Gold thread.

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Christmas Staircase Dies

Friendly Expressions Clear-Mount Stamp Set 146673

Stampin’ Blends Markers

Embossing Powder

Heat Tool to set embossing powders

BRUSHO Crystal Colors

Momento Black Ink

GOLD FOIL

Vellum Paper

Real Red 1/8″ (3.2 Mm) Solid Ribbon 144631


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Great Paper SALE!

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JULY 31 is the LAST day of the DSP Promotion!  Don’t overlook all the great Designer Series Paper that is offered to buy 3 and get 1 FREE!

Item Description Page Price (USD) Price (CAD)
146338 Nature’s Poem Designer Series Paper 189 $11.00 $15.00
146284 Twinkle Twinkle Designer Series Paper 189 $11.00 $15.00
146921 Under the Mistletoe Designer Series Paper 189 $11.00 $15.00
146902 Animal Expedition Designer Series Paper 190 $11.00 $15.00
146897 Best Route Designer Series Paper 190 $11.00 $15.00
146913 Petal Promenade Designer Series Paper 190 $11.00 $15.00
146331 Tranquil Textures Designer Series Paper 190 $11.00 $15.00
146289 Garden Impressions 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper 191 $11.00 $15.00
146916 Tropical Escape 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper 191 $11.00 $15.00
144177 Wood Textures 6″ x 6″ Designer Series Paper 191 $11.00 $15.00

Sooo….don’t forget to put in that order for the GREAT BUNDLES and save on the paper purchase in JULY!  

 

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Under-the-sea Adventures with the Tranquil Textures Suite

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I love anything that reminds me of the sea…here is a wonderful suite called  TRANQUIL TEXTURES with simple images and embellishments designed to give your projects gorgeous texture with rich color from the 2018-2019 SU Annual Catalog.  This set appeals to all ages.  Keep it simple or add the shaker element and a simple sentiment on the outside and it is perfect for any teenager or young person.  Choose to embellish with netting, coral spikes, and seaweed textures to turn your card into a work of art that will be appreciated and admired by your recipient.  This set also fits well with any nautical themed cards.  If you love anything from the sea…this is a set that can’t help but grab your imagination.

I wanted to present two projects which are easy to make and will delight anyone.   The first project is an easy Octopus Card that can be simple or you can take it to “wow” with a couple extra steps and embellishments.  My “how to” video walks through all the steps for making this card.   The second project is an under-the-sea shaker card that is fast and easy if you follow all my steps in my video tutorial as the second card in the series of projects featuring the TRANQUIL TEXTURES Suite.  The Stamp-a-ratus makes aligning the shaker cut out with the stamped image on the inside of the shaker card.  I have made several shaker cards using this tool and it is wonderful!

 

FAST and EASY Octopus Card…from SIMPLE to WOW!

A simple and fun project! This set appeals to all ages. Great for anyone who loves the sea!

 

The textured stamps create an under-the-sea bottom with Mint Macaron, Fresh Fig and Night of Navy colors.

To create this simple card I used:

NIGHT OF NAVY, FRESH FIG and WHISPER WHITE cardstock using the standard card size of 5.5″x4.25″ and layers at 5.25″x4″ and 5″x3.75″.

NIGH OF NAVY, FRESH FIG, and MINT MACARON inks

The Tranquil Textures Designer Series Paper has great patterns and textures that lend itself to this project as well as other projects as well.

SILVER FOIL SHEETS

METALLIC PEARLS

SILVER METALLIC  THREAD

For coloring use:  STAMPIN’ BLENDS Alcohol Based Markers in RICH RAZZLEBERRY and PINK PIROUETTE.

CLICK HERE FOR “HOW TO” VIDEO: 

 

 

Under-the-Sea Shaker Card

Great shaker card product.

 

The inside is just as lovely as the outside with the stamps and embellishments!

 

TRANQUIL TIDE, FRESH FIG, NIGHT OF NAVY, and WHISPER WHITE cardstock.

The base card (Tranquil Tide) is the standard card size of 5.5″x4.25″ and layers at 5.25″x4″ (Whisper White) and 5″x3.75″ for the Tranquil Textures Designer Series Paper.

NIGHT of NAVY, FRESH FIG, and MINT MACARON inks for stamping.

SILVER FOIL SHEETS

TRANQUIL TEXTURES SPRINKLES

METALLIC PEARLS (new catalog)

VELLUM PAPER

3″x3″ WINDOW SHEET

LONG FOAM ADHESIVE STRIPS

You will also need a BIG SHOT and the PRECISION BASE PLATE.

CLICK HERE FOR “HOW TO” VIDEO: 

PRODUCT LISTING:

 

GOLD FOIL

VELLUM

STAMPARATUS

BIG SHOT

PRECISION BASE PLATE

WINDOW SHEETS

TRAQUIL TIDE AND FRESH FIG CARD STOCK


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Cinco De Mayo WorkShop – Baby Cards

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My Cinco de Mayo Workshop started with a challenge from my Downline, Kathryn M. to build 2 baby cards from the below paper picks.  We have mutual friends that are expecting this fall and we wanted to put together some easy card designs that we could use for both boys and girls — by just a color switch.

The stamp set we both really liked was the “Moon Baby” set which is a retiring product and will unavailable on 31 May!  I couldn’t believe they were pulling this set because after putting these cards together I fell in love.

Moon Baby Photopolymer Set (RETIRING)

CHALLENGE 1:

We choose MELON MAMBO and WHISPER WHITE to frame some lovely soft pink paper that Kathryn had in her workshop.  The paper is not a SU product; but I am always amazed at how well SU colors can be combined to work with other brands.

 

I used the STAMPIN’ BLENDS markers to color my image and the BROTHER SCAN N’ CUT to cut our images.  When working with easy line images like these which do not come with framelits,  I like to stamp a sheet on Whisper White and use my Scan n’ Cut.  I used PINK PIROUETTE (light) for the face and both LIGHT and DARK for the clothes.  IVORY was used for the hair.  I used a POWDER PINK SHIMMER RIBBON type to hang the cloud from the top of the card.  the sentiment was stamped on WHISPER WHITE and cut with the TREE BUILDER PUNCH.

Tree Builder Punch

CHALLENGE 2:

Use the PAINTED WITH LOVE Designer Series Paper (145580) (5″ x 3.75″) to create another card.  Here I used POWDER PINK as the base card (5.5″ x 4.25″) with GOLD FOIL as the layer piece (5.24″x 4″) which when I punched with an old retired STAR BORDER punch from SU…made a great “starry starry night” background for the card.   I added a strip of glimmer gold ribbon (a retired SU product from last year’s OCCASIONS Catalog) just to add some more sparkle.   With “Wink of Stella”…for even more shimmer on the moon…the card was perfect!

PRODUCTS FEATURED:  

Painted with Love (145580)

Melon Mambo

GOLD FOIL

 

Stampin’ Blends Markers

 

Wink of Stella – CLEAR Glitter Brush

 

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