Bird Banter Pop-Up Card Using the Lovely Friends Framelits

February 27, 2018February 26, 2018 by Kat

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I was inspired by the Pop-Up Mermaid Card that is featured at Michelle’s Craft Corner (check out her YOU TUBE video). Here is my tropical version which just goes to show how versatile Stampin’ Up! products can be!

Feathered friends are good friends featuring the Bird Banter stamp set!

Use the Lovely Laurels Framelits to create a pop-up tropical paradise and a hand-stamped background.

Colored with the STAMPIN’ BLENDS Markers with Bermuda Bay, Smokey Slate and Daffodil Delight.

VIDEO TUTORIAL:

PRODUCTS FEATURED:

INKS: OLD OLIVE, SOFT SKY, PEAR PIZZAZ , CAJUN CRAZE, CRUSHED CURRY, MOMENTO BLACK

PAPER: CALYPSO CORAL Base card (5.5″x 4.25″), WHISPER WHITE (front) (5.25″x4″), WHISPER WHITE (inside) (8″x5″–score at 4″), OLD OLIVE (for pop-up)

BIRDS: Stamped with Momento Black on Whisper White card stock and colored with STAMPIN’ BLENDS Markers (DAFFODIL DELIGHT, CALYPSO CORAL, SMOKEY SLATE, BERMUDA BAY) and a BLACK Stampin’ Write marker for the beak. They are not hard to fussy cut; but I used a Brother “SCAN-n-Cut” machine to cut a sheet of stamped images. I find it worth the investment for those stamps that do not come with dies/framelits. Leave a comment if you are interested in more information.

Bird Banter Photopolymer Stamp Set 145852
Price: $17.00
A little birdie told me that you need this all-purpose stamp set for all of the occasions in your life. Smart birdie.

Lovely Friends Bundls — Lovely Friends stamp set – Bundle and save 10% with the LOVELY FRIENDS BUNDLE.

Lovely Friends Bundle — Lovely Laurels Thinlits creates pop-up cards

I cut the “sentiment” out with this label punch. I have used it with other cards featuring the Bird Banter set (see previous post) because it looks like a dialogue “cloud” from a cartoon strip! It you consider buying…check out the coordinating “Label Me Pretty” stamp set. And, remember…I think you can never have enough good punches! Worth the investment!

These stamps were used to create the background paper for the pop-up feature. If you go to my YOU TUBE video I demonstrate how to use stamps from each to create a tropical paradise reminiscent of the retired Botanical Garden DSP.

Fabulous Flamingo Photopolymer Stamp Set

Sale-a-bration — Eclectic Expressions Clear-Mount Stamp Set is FREE during SALE-A-BRATION with a $50 order.

Tutti-Frutti Adhesive-Backed Sequins 145609
Price: $7.00

Here are all the other great products which I use regularly to create any projects:

BIG SHOT PLATFORMS (included with the purchase of BIG SHOT)

Stamping Pierce Mat for stamping with Photopolymer Stamps

Stampin’ Scrub to keep stamps clean and tidy

Die Brush and Foam Mat helps to remove the pieces from intricate dies

Grid Paper is perfect when you need to cover your work area and keep your projects neat

Acrylic Blocks come in all sizes for all size stamps (photopolymer and rubber)

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Bird Banter Fun for All Occasions

February 20, 2018 by Kat

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I couldn’t resist the BIRD BANTER stamp set featured in the Occasions Catalog. Animal sets are a favorite and I loved playing with these characters. I own a Brother “Scan-N-Cut” machine that I use when SU does not offer dies or famelits for their stamp sets. I have found it great fun to stamp and color a sheet of figures and then cut them out for card making. What I love about this method is that I am able to cut a stack of figures I can use for a batch of cards or save later when needed. It saves time so you can focus on creating your card.

Though the stamp set comes with a branch…I used the Layered Leaves 3D Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder to create a textured background for my figure. Each of these lovely bird figures have such character and personality…I really didn’t want to crowd my card with all of them. So, I choose instead to use one per card and I was able use the coordinating ribbon from either the Annual Catalog or from the SHIMMER RIBBON PACK that is FREE during Sale-a-bration for accent. The colors Basic Grey, Bermuda Bay and Calypso Coral worked into the color scheme perfectly…such bright and happy colors for these tropical birds!

I added the Adhesive Backed Sequins (part of the Tutti-Fruiti suite) from the Occasions Catalog for a bit of color and sparkle. I love these sequins because they are so EASY to apply to your project…and I really hope SU adds some more products to the upcoming new catalog this spring.

I used the PRETTY LABEL Punch for the sentiment because it looked like a “dialogue” bubble. I hope you will consider this fun group to add to your craft room…I love ’em!

Stampin’ Blends in Bermuda Bay for coloring and Lemon Lime Twist accents

Layered Leaves Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder 143704
Price: $9.00
3D Dynamic Textured Impressions Embossing Folders. It’s easy to make a great impression! Just place flat cardstock in this embossing folder, run it through the Big Shot, and out comes cardstock with a bold textured design. Textured Impressions Embossing Folders make deep, crisp impressions—great for card fronts and accents.

Shimmer Ribbon Pack is FREE with $50 order during SALE-A-BRATION.

Stampin’ Blends Alcohol-based Markers are perfect for coloring and blending!

Pretty Label Punch 143715
Price: $18.00
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. Create labels for 3D projects or focal points for tags and cards.

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Blossoming Basket Bundle — New FREE during Sale-a-bration!

February 18, 2018February 18, 2018 by Kat

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Earn this BUNDLE of two coordinating products for FREE during SALE-A-BRATION!

Blossoming Basket Clear-Mount Stamp Set is perfect for sending heartfelt thoughts with a card full of lovely flowers you colored yourself using either the new STAMPIN’ BLENDS Alcohol based blending markers, Water Color Pencils or the Stampin’ Write Markers all available at my ON LINE Store.

With bundle you get 5 rubber stamps and the Basket Weave Dynamic Textured Impressions™ Embossing Folder to create authentic-looking weaved texture for your projects. This is a Sale-A-Bration exclusive item and with a qualifying order of $100 this item can be added to your shopping bag.

I used my BROTHER Scan-n-Cut to cut out my baskets..

I colored my baskets with STAMPIN’ BLENDS Markers.

Blossoming Basket Clear-Mount Bundle 147505 FREE with $100 Order

markers — Stampin’ Blends 12 Exclusive Color Collection (147475)

Whisper White 1/4″ (6.4 Mm) Organza Ribbon

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Beautiful Day with both BRUSHO and Embossing Techniques

February 14, 2018 by Kat

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It is so easy! I couldn’t make a better video to demonstrate how easy it is to use the Beautiful Day stamp set combined with both the BRUSHO Crystal Colors and resist embossing techniques.

Begin with a piece of Watercolor Paper and Black Card Stock stamped with VERSA MARK for WHITE Embossing Powder embossed with a Heat Tool. Use the BRUSHO Crystal Colors (5 selections beside what is used in the video) and embellish with Baker’s Twine and Sequins for a perfect creation!

I have provided all the featured products below and are available on my ON LINE Store LINK. If you want more ideas and techniques for how to use BRUSHO; please visit my YOU TUBE channel (LINK below)

clear mount stamp set — Beautiful Day Clear-Mount Stamp Set 145915 Price: $21.00 A flower and a butterfly with a stained glass look. Color them in and make them your own.

Brusho Crystal Colour 144101 Price: $30.00 Watercolor ink crystals—Sprinkle them directly on water-washed paper and watch the colors burst!

Iridescent Sequin Assortment 144212 Price: $5.00

silver twine — Silver Baker’S Twine 145569 Price: $4.00 Silver twine twisted with Whisper White. Adds elegance to any product.

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BRUSHO TECHNIQUE

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Valentine Thoughts

February 12, 2018 by Kat

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Valentine project — Special Valentines for Greater Sacramento Kiwanis

Valentine Day Cards: I am blessed to have found my best friend from junior high on FB a couple of months ago…when I learned that she had just been elected President of the Greater Sacramento Kiwanis Club and was putting together an event to make Valentine cards for Chemo patients and Seniors…I was eager to assist.

On a quiet Sunday afternoon, I sat down with a stack of REAL RED, WHISPER WHITE card stock and GLIMMER paper and some retired products from the Holiday Catalog and then selected some of my favorite stamp sets: BLOOMIN’ LOVE, FEATHER TOGETHER, and FALLING FOR YOU. I turned on my CLASSICAL music and just got into a frenzy of card making!!! It gave me a nostalgic feeling of when I was in grade school and would sit at the kitchen table with my Mom and younger brothers to put together Valentine cards for our classmates. Just the joy and chatter around the table as we licked stickers and glued glitter to our creations. Such a simple act of love and friendship. Of course, it has been years since then…but the feeling of good will from that experience still remains.

After posting my box of cards; I was thrilled to get a FB Post thanking me for my donation. I am so happy to have contributed and share a little goodwill and joy for those in need this Valentines Day! I was grateful for the chance to revisit those feelings of joy from my youth…thinking about my Mom and siblings…about what family and friends means. There is always enough LOVE to go around…it you spread it…it doesn’t happen automatically.

I hope that you have a wonderful day of love and good feelings…and can spread a little love to those in need on your Valentine’s Day as well! Blessings Kat

Valentine Card Donation to Kiwanis — Stamp ART Connection’s Valentine Card Donation

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Sweet Soiree Bundle Card by Stamp ART Connection

February 10, 2018February 9, 2018 by Kat

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Watch my tutorial for how to make these delicious SWEET SOIREE cards!

Sweet Soiree Card Video Tutorial

Sweet Soiree Product Suite: I fell in love with the SWEET SOIREE CAKE AND FRAMELITS BUNDLE while putting together a card for my best friends mother who just turned 80 this year. I loved the detail and femininity that these products offer; as well as the versatility as a card maker. I can make either a birthday (either big girl or for a little princess, an anniversary or wedding card)! Lots of possibilities and really gets your creative juices flowing!

My personal FAV was decorating the cakes with the SHIMMERY WHITE and SILVER Embossing Paste. While visiting a friend I was able to put on an impromptu “work shop” on using the embossing paste. I think once she watched me do it…she realized it wasn’t that hard…maybe a bit messy. I would recommend using a separate container with warm soapy water to wash your mask and palette knives to to keep them clean. I would also use paper towels as a surface to keep the paste contained.

Now, once you get over the initial “messiness”…I say…GO FOR IT…it’s fun! My friend Kathryn, grabbed paper and we just experimented with different colors of paper, added some ink to the Shimmery White paste and really got some neat effects! If you friend me on FB; I can share our stamping forum where we share ideas and cards…Soooo….jump in…and have fun! I hope that you will check out the video and can visualize all the possibilities! If nothing else…the SWEET SOIREE SPECIALITY Designer Series Paper and the rich colors is to die for. I love the colors featured (Berry Burst, Old Olive and Marina Mist and well as Calypso Coral) and the Silver foil accents. It makes it so easy to dress up any project.

SWEET SOIREE SPECIALITY DESIGNER SERIES PAPER

To be used with the Embossing Paste — SWEET SOIREE DECORATIVE MASKS

BERRY BURST, MARINA MIST & OLD OLIVE — SWEET SOIREE CARD STOCK PACK with Berry Burst, Marina Mist and Old Olive colors.

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