Winter Woods

Today’s cards all use the Winter Woods stamp set and coordinating In the Woods Dies that can be found in the 2020 Annual Catalog. And it’s part of the products that will be on sale during our 24 Hour Merry & Bright Flash Sale tomorrow. This set has some wonderful tree images that can be used for all kinds of fall and winter projects, but today’s cards uses it for holiday cards.

This card uses our White Frost Shimmer Paint and the In the Woods Dies for the trees and snow. The die cut images are set on a backdrop of Whisper White cards stock that has been embossed with our Tasteful Texture 3D Embossing Folder.

I am hoping you can see the 3d effect this evergreen die has since it is just striking in person. Simply elegant.

This next card uses a fun fold and the panels have been embossed with our Winter Woods Embossing Folder from the Annual Catalog (152881).

This folder is great since it works so well with so many of our sets.

And how about some heat embossing? This next card is embossed in silver on Night of Navy Card stock and highlights the beautiful silver and white patterns of the Feels Like Frost 6×6 Designer Series Paper (150444)

And last but not least this card uses the lovely Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper (150429) with it’s beautiful copper foil as a back drop to this tree stamped in Garden Green onto Old Olive. The Red Rhinestones (146924) add a nice pop of color.

So what do you think? Have a favorite? Why not leave me a comment and let me know? Then stop by my Online Store during the 24 Hour Merry & Bright Flash Sale to check out these products and all the other Annual Catalog items available in the Flash Sale tomorrow.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Winter Woods (151359)

Accessories: In the Woods Dies (151809), Tasteful Textile 3D (152718) and Woodland Embossing Folders (152881), Red Rhinestones (146924), and Frost White Shimmer Paint (147046)

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Nature’s Beauty

This sketch style stamp set highlights winter images and our woodland creatures. It’s beautiful stamped or with added color. This is one of our stamp sets that you’ll find in our Annual Catalog.

Check out these lovely cards made with this stamp set. This first card uses simple stamping and a fun embossing folder technique.

Ink is applied to the embossing folder on the inside, this time the Woodland Embossing Folder (152881) and then run through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. When the card stock is removed from the folder the ink is pressed in along with the design. How cool is that?

And fun fact did you know you can always tell which side the top of the folder is? Just look for the Stampin’ Up! logo.

This next cared uses our Early Espresso and Soft Suede to create this lovely tone on tone card.

The image and sentiment are stamped on Very Vanilla for a more subtle feel. And finally here is a fun technique card.

This background was created using our reinkers and water from a Stampin’ Spritzer. After the card stock has dried it was run through our Stampin’ Cut & Emboss using the Tin Tile 3D Embossing Folder (151801).

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: Nature’s Beauty (150528)

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Merry Moose

I’m so excited that this stamp set and punch are returning this year. They were so popular that they sold out last fall. Not only are they returning but you can get a 10% discount when you purchase the Bundle! That’s a win, win right?

Filled with images or nature and some fun sentiments this set is sure to please. Check out these lovely cards made using this bundle with a warm country feel to them.

This first card uses an old staple – the torn edge technique to highlight the evergreens in the background. Sponging gives it a bit of a country feel along with the Buffalo Check (151372/147797) done in the traditional red and black check.

And how about this card that uses the ever popular Woodland Embossing Folder (152881) and ‘Tis The Season Designer Series Paper (153489)?

This final card uses simple stamping to create a lovely wooded back ground done in Old Olive and stamped off for different shades of green.

The moose has a bit of Wink of Stella on him for some added shimmer and the Star Designer Elements (150430) add a bit of copper to the mix. The moose’s scarf was created using a bit of the Real Red 3/16″ Braided Linen Trim (153546) which has a great texture when widened a bit with a simple pull on each side.

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: Merry Moose (*150494)

Accessories: Moose Punch (*150652)

*Save 10% with the Merry Moose Bundle (153015)

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Rooted in Nature

We are all trying to get out a bit more and spend a little more time with the great outdoors so today I thought I’d share some cards made with the Rooted in Nature stamps and Nature’s Root Dies. This bundle is super for year round cards, masculine cards and more since it is filled with some wonderful sentiments.

This first card is done in Rich Razzleberry and Old Olive.

It also uses the Woodland Embossing Folder (152881) to create some texture along with the Braided Linen Trim (147808).

This next card uses the same Braided Linen trim but this time teams it up with some layering.

First the leaves are stamped in Mint Macaron Classic Ink. Then slice of tree is stamped in Soft Suede and is fussy cut with Paper Snips. A little sponging along the edges not only adds depth but also helps hide the edges. It’s popped up along with the top set of leaves. And of course, one of my favorite punches is used for the sentiment. The Triple Banner Punch (138292) is one that I reach for over and over again, so it is a great addition to your collection.

And here is a great monochromatic card – a classic color choice of black and white never fails to impress.

A little sparkle is added with our Glittered Organdy Ribbon (147897).

And finally this last card is packed with a lot of texture.

It uses our Pinewood Planks 3D Embossing Folder (152320) along with the oak tree image which has been colored with our Crumb Cake and Early Espresso Stampin’ Write Markers for a cool effect.

So what do you think? Does it inspire you? Why not leave me a comment and let me know?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Rooted in Nature (146482)

Accessories: Nature’s Roots Dies (151786), Pinewood Planks 3D Embossing Folder (152320) and Woodland Embossing Folder (152881)

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Merry Moose

This little guy immediately drew my attention when I first saw the 2019 Holiday Catalog back in August. I’m not sure what it is about this set, whether its the fact that it has a punch, is filled with nature and wildlife options or the sentiments – I think it is a great addition to my collection.

Now that you’ve seen the set check out these great cards

This first one is simply gorgeous in person as it is a fancy fold and creates a wonderful winter scene.

This fold is created with a few score lines and will fold flat for mailing. It does have a couple of layers that the moose are on which gives it more depth to the card

base: 4 1/4″ x 8″ ; scored at 1 1/4″, 2 1/2″, 5 1/2″, and 6 3/4″

The front snow layer is 5 1/2″ wide and then the two – 1/2″ strips are just 4 inches long and scored on each end at 1/2″. These were added at two different heights and attached to the inside panels.

I can’t wait to try one of these myself. I’ll be sharing a tutorial when I do for sure!

And here is a another card done in Crumb Cake and Early Espresso

Both of these cards use the Woodland 3D Embossing Folder (139673) which is currently on back order and unavailable to order. But no worries it should be back in stock by mid November. Email me if you would like me to add you to my list and I’ll let you know when it is available again.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Merry Moose (*150494)

Accessories: Moose Punch (*150652)

*Merry Moose Bundle (153015)

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Painted Harvest & more Team fun

Team time = a lot of fun. Each month we gather, share and stamp together at our Team Meeting. This month when we gathered we learned how to make a special treat that I’ll hope to be sharing with you soon, I just need to whip up a video for you. In the meantime I can share those projects that the Blue Mountain Stampers brought for swapping.

This first card uses one of my favorite sets, Painted Harvest (144783) – don’t you love the little hedge hog created with this 3 step stamp?

Teamed up with the Leaf Punch (144667) & Woodland Embossing Folder (139673) this card is sure to bring a smile.

And here are a couple of treats for fall. This first one is a super cute bat created with a couple of snack sized Kit Kat bars, card stock and circle punch.

And of course we can’t forget those cute googly eyes either!

And how about this sucker holder using the Harvest Hellos stamp set (150581) and it’s coordinating Apple Builder Punch (150663)? You can get these in a bundle and save 10% when you do.

And for some fall color – here is a card made with our Colorful Seasons stamp set (143726) and the Seasonal Layers Dies (143751).

Can you see the texture in the background created with our Subtle 3D Embossing Folder (151775)?

And finally, this fun card uses the It Starts with Art Art stamp set (149303) and Arts & Craft Dies (149580) found in the Follow Your Art Suite of products found in the 2019 Annual Catalog. So there are lots of options and you can get a 10% discount too!

I really love the combination of colors that Sue used for this card. And the card base also uses the Subtle 3D Embossing Folder (151775) – a great option for just a touch of texture when you need it.

If you would like to join the Blue Mountain Stampers and connect with a group of folks who love to craft AND get a discount on the products you love, joining us might be just the thing for you!

What are the Blue Mountain Stampers?

That’s the name of our stamping community. I enjoy welcoming new members to our group. We’re from all over. If you’re considering joining Stampin’ Up!, you may have questions about how I would support you as part of my team. I do offer a variety of ways to learn, grow and to have FUN as a Blue Mountain Stamper!

  • Exclusive Team Resource Page – videos, PDFs and more
  • Exclusive Face book Group – A great way to share and connect with other team members and share
  • Monthly Creative Challenges
  • Swapping Opportunities
  • Team Retreats
  • Meetings – both local and online/virtual
  • Monthly Crafting Day
  • Monthly Lunch & Learn
  • Recognition & Incentives
  • Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
  • Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very active group that share and answer each other’s questions on our Exclusive face book group.  If you’re looking for fun, a place to grow and share with others…You’ll fit right in!

Hobbyists are welcome!

  • Did you know?  90% of my Blue Mountain Stampers’ are Happy Shoppers – purchasing for themselves, (along with their family and friends.) That’s right…you can just get a discount on products you love!
  • We welcome the hobbyist who’s looking to be a “happy shopper” (and save money), as well as those of you that want to build a business (and make money).
  • Everyone is welcome after all there’s room for both and everyone in between.

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It’s a Joyful Season

Joyful Season

Merry Christmas to you from our family to yours! I hope that you are having a safe, warm, peaceful holiday season with your family and friends.

My husband Larry is on call this weekend but we are enjoying quiet time together today as a family in between calls while he is home. As you know we’ve have two young adults who have busy lives too, so this time together is especially sweet.

Here is our annual family photo.

Merck Family 2015 Christmas

I am so thankful to have everyone together for Christmas.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Joyful Season (139770)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931), Cherry Cobbler (126966), Delightful Dijon (138327), and Smoky Slate Classic Ink (131179)

Paper: Cherry Cobbler (119685), Basic Black (121045), Smoky Slate (131202) and Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: Cherry Cobbler Thick Baker’s Twine (138414), Ovals Collection Framelits Dies (129381) and Woodland Embossing Folder (139673 Available May 2016)

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Among the Branches

Need a great set that will take you through the holidays this fall. Why not take a look at the Among the Branches stamp set (139823) found on page 39 in the Holiday Catalog? This set has 13 stamps in it and covers it all.

Among the Branches image

Want to see a couple of great cards that I received for Halloween using this set? Here are two that I received in my recent swap.

This first card is from Jan –

Among the Branches 2015 Holiday Catalog Swap (2)

And this second card was stamped by Roxie and uses our fun Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper and Washi Tape in addition to the Spider Web Doilies.

Among the Branches 2015 Holiday Catalog Swap (1)

While both cards share some of the same products, they have different looks and feels. Which is your favorite? Why not leave me a comment and let me know?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Among the Branches (139823)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931), Tangelo Twist (133646), and Blackberry Bliss Classic Ink (133642)

Paper: Happy Haunting Designer Series Paper (139584), Black Glimmer Paper (139605), Smoky Slate (131202), Basic Black (121045), Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories:  2″ Circle Punch (133782), Happy Haunting Designer Washi Tape (139608), Woodland Textured Embossing Folder (139673), and Spider Web Doilies (139622)

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