Jul 5, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
This week’s Global Design Project is all about the sky. I found the most beautiful, blue, sky in Beauty Of The Earth Designer Paper, and combined it with the Mountain Air Stamp Set and Majestic Mountain Dies.
Beauty Of The Earth happens to be one of nine selections of Designer Paper on sale this month. Details below.
This “clean & simple” card would definitely work for a guy, don’t you think?
Blue Sky
First, I stamped the mountain range, from the Mountain Air Stamp Set, in Highland Heather Ink on Basic White Cardstock, 4 1/4″ X 2″. Then, I used its Majestic Mountain Die for cutting.
Second, I stamped the trees, from the same set, in Evening Evergreen Ink on Beauty Of The Earth Designer Paper, and used its Majestic Mountain Die for cutting.
Next, I stamped the sentiment from the Beautiful Moments Stamp Set, “collect beautiful moments.” It was stamped in Evening Evergreen Ink, just like the trees, to keep it subtle.
Third, I used the largest Stitched Rectangles Die to cut the sky from Beauty Of The Earth Designer Paper. The birds were stamped in Misty Moonlight Ink, also from the Mountain Air Stamp Set.
Fourth, I used the largest Stitched Rectangles Die to cut the mountain range and trees, making the strips fit perfectly within the rectangle.
After gluing the mountain range and trees on the sky, I attached the entire rectangle to a Misty Moonlight card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
I hope you are inspired by my “clean & simple” card, and will consider adding your own “sky” creation to our gallery.
My July Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Ombre Gift Bags in August.
Use the Ombre Gift Bags for treat or gift bags. Decorate them or use them as is. Either way, you’ll make an attractive statement with your gift. Just pop a treat or gift into one of these bags, and add a handmade tag you make using stamps and punches or dies.
* 20 bags: 4 each of 5 colors
* 4-3/4″ x 7″ (12.1 x 17.8 cm)
* Food safe
Product colors: Evening Evergreen, Fresh Freesia, Pale Papaya, Polished Pink, Soft Succulent
And, guess what……we’re having another sale, July 1- August 2. This time it’s for nine selections of new Designer Series Paper from the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog.
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Jun 28, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
This week’s Global Design Project is a sketch, with a very interesting formation. When imagining how I would recreate it, I thought of using a small, rectangle from the Watercolor Shapes Stamp Set.
Butterfly Shapes
Isn’t this an interesting sketch? You should try your hand at creating a card, and hang it in our gallery.
I stamped the Watercolor Shapes rectangle six times, using Pool Party Ink, on Basic White Cardstock, 4″ X 5 1/4″.
Next, I used the second largest Stitched Rectangles Die for cutting. The dotted border was created with Pattern Party Designer Paper, cut with the largest Stitched Rectangles Die. Then, the layers were glued together on a Thick Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 51/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
Prior to attaching the top layer, I placed a piece of Polka Dot Tulle Ribbon across the front, and taped it to the back.
To add some flair, I used a Brilliant Wings Die to cut a butterfly from Pattern Party Designer Paper in a colorful stripe, and glued its body on the card front.
The sentiment, “Thanks so much!,” is from the Sweet As A Peach Stamp Set. It was stamped in Just Jade Ink, cut with the smallest Stitched Rectangles Die, and attached with Dimensionals.
For a touch of sparkle, I added my new favorite, Artistry Blooms Sequins, to the butterfly’s body. Yes, these are the wonderful, self-adhesive sequins that are my host code gift for the month of June. You can read the details below.
My June Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Artistry Blooms Self-Adhesive Sequins in July.
Beautiful colors in a refined embellishment create a stunning statement, no matter what you add them to. Artistry Blooms Sequins will add easy shine and flair to your cards and projects.
* 200 Adhesive backed sequins
* 50 each of 4 colors
* 4 mm, 6 mm
Product colors: Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Mango Melody, Rich Razzleberry
June Drawing Prize
For orders totaling $150+ you will be entered in a drawing. The lucky winner will receive a $17.00 stamp set of your choice from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I counted 25 stamp sets at this price, so there’s a good selection.
And finally, we’re having another sale, June 1-30. This time it’s for the retiring products from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog.
All the products, not carried over in the new Annual Catalog, are “last chance” products up to 50% off. Some will not be discounted, but all will only be available while supplies last, so order early to avoid being disappointed.
Click here to shop today!
I appreciate you visiting. Thank you! Don’t forget to join my Dream Makers team. Click here.
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Jun 21, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
This week’s Global Design Project was a color challenge, and I couldn’t stop thinking about pansies. I used die-cuts of cardstock to create this pansy, and doesn’t it look like embroidery? Maybe it’s the thickness of the paper that makes it look like fabric. Anyway, I decided it needed to be framed. Follow along for instructions.
Framed Pansy
Here are the colors. I love the combo of purple and green, and it would be great to see your creations hanging in our gallery. Just click the icon for more inspiration, then join in the fun!
The frame was easy to make with the Stitched Rectangles Dies.
First, I cut a piece of Pansy Designer Paper in a Fresh Freesia, gingham pattern, 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″.
Second, I glued this to Fresh Freesia Cardstock in the same size.
Third, I cut the frame by using the largest and fourth largest Stitched Rectangles Dies. They were run through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss machine at the same time, and I was careful to center them evenly. The lines of the gingham were helpful in doing this.
Fourth, I added Foam Adhesive Strips to the back, and attached my frame to a Thick Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
The flower is easy also, once you get the “hang” of the parts, which I’ll try to explain.
The largest third of the flower was cut from Basic White Cardstock, with its “edge” cut from Blackberry Bliss Cardstock. The two smaller thirds of the flower were cut from Fresh Freesia Cardstock, with their “edge” cut from Blackberry Bliss. After gluing the edges and three parts of the flower together, I added the beard and center dot. The beard (yes, that’s its name) was cut from Blackberry Bliss, and the center dot was cut from Daffodil Delight Cardstock.
On to the leaves. The one large, and two smaller leaves were cut from Pear Pizzazz Cardstock. I used Old Olive Cardstock to cut the veins, which I glued on top. Then, I glued the leaves flat, beneath the pansy, which was attached with Dimensionals.
You know how plants sometimes outgrow their pots. Well, this pansy started growing outside its frame! The stem was cut from Pear Pizzazz cardstock, and two dies were used to cut the bud from Fresh Freesia and Basic White Cardstock. I decided to let it grow there, so added some glue to keep it under control.
For the sentiment, I wanted to use this Ornate Frames Die, and found the perfect fit in the Pansy Patch Stamp Set. I stamped “Love you Much” in Blackberry Bliss Ink, attached it with Dimensionals, and my framed pansy was complete.
My June Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Artistry Blooms Self-Adhesive Sequins in July.
Beautiful colors in a refined embellishment create a stunning statement, no matter what you add them to. Artistry Blooms Sequins will add easy shine and flair to your cards and projects.
* 200 Adhesive backed sequins
* 50 each of 4 colors
* 4 mm, 6 mm
Product colors: Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Mango Melody, Rich Razzleberry
June Drawing Prize
For orders totaling $150+ you will be entered in a drawing. The lucky winner will receive a $17.00 stamp set of your choice from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I counted 25 stamp sets at this price, so there’s a good selection.
And finally, we’re having another sale, June 1-30. This time it’s for the retiring products from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog.
All the products, not carried over in the new Annual Catalog, are “last chance” products up to 50% off. Some will not be discounted, but all will only be available while supplies last, so order early to avoid being disappointed.
Click here to shop today!
I appreciate you visiting. Thank you! Don’t forget to join my Dream Makers team. Click here.
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Jun 14, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
This week’s assignment at Global Design Project was to case fellow designer, Emma Goddard. I wanted to use the colorful blocks of color down the side, because it was striking.
Stacked Color
Here is Emma’s card:
After some measuring, I discovered that six of this die-cut shape would fit perfectly on my design. Do you know where I found this die? It’s a Snail Die; the one that is a note to go in the mini envelope. Click on the picture in my Product List below to see the set, and order, before it retires June 30.
The six colors of cardstock I used for cutting are, top to bottom: Soft Sea Foam, Pear Pizzazz, Fresh Freesia, Polished Pink, Soft Succulent, and Mint Macaron.
I mentioned doing some measuring, so after I stamped the succulents (Simply Succulents Stamp Set) in Smoky Slate Ink on Basic White Cardstock (4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″) I used the largest Stitched Rectangles Die for cutting. Amazingly, the six blocks of color fit perfectly!
Next, I glued my art piece to a Thick Basic White card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
The sentiment, “you’ve been on my mind,” is also from the Simply Succulents Stamp Set. I stamped it in Memento Black Ink, and used the smallest Stitched Rectangles Die for cutting. Then, I used the same die to cut from black & white, True Love Designer Paper, glued the two rectangles together, and attached with Dimensionals.
Prior to attaching the sentiment, I added a loop of Crinkled Seam Binding Ribbon beneath the label. How do you like the pretty, purple color? If you look at the first picture, you’ll see the ribbon is white. This ribbon is easily colored with Stampin’ Blends, so you can have any color you desire. Because of the alcohol in the Stampin’ Blends, it dries in a jiffy. So fun!
For a final detail, I added three Metallic Pearls. Now, it’s your turn to have fun casing Emma!
My June Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Artistry Blooms Self-Adhesive Sequins in July.
Beautiful colors in a refined embellishment create a stunning statement, no matter what you add them to. Artistry Blooms Sequins will add easy shine and flair to your cards and projects.
* 200 Adhesive backed sequins
* 50 each of 4 colors
* 4 mm, 6 mm
Product colors: Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Mango Melody, Rich Razzleberry
June Drawing Prize
For orders totaling $150+ you will be entered in a drawing. The lucky winner will receive a $17.00 stamp set of your choice from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I counted 25 stamp sets at this price, so there’s a good selection.
And finally, we’re having another sale, June 1-30. This time it’s for the retiring products from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog.
All the products, not carried over in the new Annual Catalog, are “last chance” products up to 50% off. Some will not be discounted, but all will only be available while supplies last, so order early to avoid being disappointed.
Click here to shop today!
I appreciate you visiting. Thank you! Don’t forget to join my Dream Makers team. Click here.
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Jun 7, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
The Celebrate With Flowers Stamp Set may be the hidden gem in the 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I HAD to have it because of the vertical “Happy Birthday,” but I’ve fallen in love with the flower. It would be wonderful to have a garden filled with these flowers, so I chose it for today’s Global Design Project.
“stamped-off” flowers
What flowers would you like to grow in your garden? We’d love to see your creation hanging in our gallery.
I began by stamping three of the tall, stems with leaves, in Pear Pizzazz Ink on Basic White Cardstock, 4 1/4″ X 5 1/2″. The first stem, in the middle, was stamped in full strength, followed by two stems, stamped without re-inking. This is referred to as “stamping off.”
Next, I stamped the flower in Bumblee Ink, using the same “stamping off” technique. However, I stamped the middle, full strength, flower on a separate piece of paper, cut with scissors, and placed it on Dimensionals. The stamen was stamped in Real Red Ink, in the same manner. Isn’t it cute?
After stamping the flowers, I cut the layer with the largest Ornate Layers Die. You know I love this border! Then, I glued it to a Mossy Meadow card base, 8 1/2″ X 5 1/2″, folded at 4 1/4″.
The sentiment, “May your day be filled with Sunshine” is also from the Celebrate With Flowers Stamp Set, stamped in Old Olive Ink. I used a Potted Succulents Die for cutting, which fit the space perfectly. Before attaching the label with Dimensionals, I added a loop of Bumblebee Gingham Trim. And, I completed the card with a Bumblebee Trinket, fastened with a Glue Dot.
Let’s see what’s in store for June.
Why not become a member of a fun community of crafters? You already love making cards, or you wouldn’t be here. Whether you share your passion with others, or create on your own, you may as well get a 20% discount on your favorite Stampin’ Up! products. Right?
I’d love for you to join my Dream Makers Team. Click here, and if you have questions, send me an email saying you’d like to chat on the phone. My June Host Code Gift
Just type the current host code (found beneath my profile picture) in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Artistry Blooms Self-Adhesive Sequins in July.
Beautiful colors in a refined embellishment create a stunning statement, no matter what you add them to. Artistry Blooms Sequins will add easy shine and flair to your cards and projects.
* 200 Adhesive backed sequins
* 50 each of 4 colors
* 4 mm, 6 mm
Product colors: Calypso Coral, Coastal Cabana, Mango Melody, Rich Razzleberry
June Drawing Prize
For orders totaling $150+ you will be entered in a drawing. The lucky winner will receive a $17.00 stamp set of your choice from the new 2021-2022 Annual Catalog. I counted 25 stamp sets at this price, so there’s a good selection.
And finally, we’re having another sale, June 1-30. This time it’s for the retiring products from the January-June 2021 Mini Catalog.
All the products, not carried over in the new Annual Catalog, are “last chance” products up to 50% off. Some will not be discounted, but all will only be available while supplies last, so order early to avoid being disappointed.
Click here to shop today!
I appreciate you visiting. Thank you! Don’t forget to join my Dream Makers team. Click here.
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May 31, 2021 | Gallery, Global Design Project, Hand-Crafted Cards |
First of all, hoping everyone spends this Memorial Day with a grateful heart. I tend to make a lot of thank you cards, but it seems especially appropriate today.
Memorial Day Thanks
Global Design Project’s sketch provided the inspiration, and my card was quickly completed. Does the sketch inspire you? We’d love to see your creation in our Gallery.
I began with beautiful, Expressions In Ink Designer Paper, in shades of green and a touch of gold, 5 1/4″ X 4″.
Next, I cut two sections from the middle, as you see in the sketch, with an Ornate Layers Die.
I stamped “Thank You” in Shaded Spruce Ink on the bottom section, and backed it with Basic White Cardstock for thickness. Then, I backed the bottom section with Expressions In Ink, gold & white stripe, leaving a small amount of the stripe showing, and attached both sections with Dimensionals in the “cut out” holes.
Prior to gluing the Expressions In Ink layer to the card base, I stamped “ever so much” in Shaded Spruce Ink. The sentiments are from the Ornate Thanks Stamp Set. Isn’t the font great?
I added three, Sequins For Everything, gold sequins, as a final touch. Click on the picture in my Product List, if you’d like to see what 3,600 sequins looks like.
May is an exciting month! Not only do you get to order from the new, 2021-22 Annual Catalog, beginning May4th, but there is a special Join Plus Promotion, which you can read about below. And, it’s my birthday month, so everyone who joins will receive a surprise gift from me.
It’s the LAST day for JOIN PLUS!!!
This month, May 4-31, you pay $99.00, and instead of $125.00, you get $155.00 products of your choice for your Starter Kit. Plus, you’ll get catalogs, a Paper Pumpkin Kit, and FREE shipping!
Did you know that the majority of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators are not pursuing the business? They appreciate Stampin’ Up! products, like you do, and enjoy the 20% discount. Not to mention, becoming part of a community of people who are crazy about paper crafting!
I’d love for you to join my Dream Makers Team. Click here, and if you have questions, send me an email saying you’d like to chat on the phone.
My May Host Code Gift
Just type DDQ9HHWA in the box provided, on your order of $75.00 or more, and I will send you the Simply Shammy in June.
“Reusable mat makes stamp cleaning easy. Just add water and wipe the stamps on on the shammy. No lint, no chemicals–just clean! Portable 5X7 size fits neatly in a Standard Stamp Case.”
May Drawing Prize
I have one more Darling Donkeys Stamp Set, and this is the last one.
You will be entered in my drawing with a qualifying order of $125.00+, and you could be the lucky winner
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