Blended Blooms & Blendabilities News

Posted on June 27, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Great news! The release of the Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers are just a few days way! You’ll be able to order you own Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers on

Tuesday, July 1st! Whoo hoo!

So today I thought I would share with you a project that I made using the Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers that will be available on Tuesday to purchase.

My card is made using the Blended Blooms stamp (135906) from page 167 of the NEW 2014-2015 Catalog. It is one of our single stamps that are available and work well for coloring.

And, I have to say with our NEW Blendabilities Markers it’s a lot of fun to color. I have to be honest and say I was a bit skeptical at first about them since I’m not a big colorer (is that a word?), but by my second image I was hooked. I find coloring with the Blendabilities, well – relaxing. And It is amazing how quiet a room will get with a group of demonstrators using Blendabilities. Ahhh….a Zen moment! LOL

I really wanted to make my flower pop on this card and a black and white combo seemed the way to go, so I chose to use the Back to Black Designer Series Paper.

I started with the Blended Bloom image that I colored using my Rich Razzleberry Blendabilities (131003) and cut the flower out using my Paper Snips. (And it’s ok if your cutting isn’t perfect – when a little of the white showed, I just took my lightest Blendabilities and touched up the edges.)

Next I cut a piece of the Back to Black Designer Series Paper (4″ x 2 3/4″) so that the scallop was right against the top edge of it since I wanted to add the strip of ribbon above it. I layered this onto the bottom of my Whisper White Card stock (4 1/8″ x 5 3/8″).

I stamped my sentiment from the Fabulous Four stamp set in Versa Mark on to my Basic Black card stock (cut 4″ x 2 1/2″) and embossed the sentiment in White embossing powder. I was looking for a happy birthday greeting but for some reason this font reminded me of the pattern in the scallop on the Designer Series Paper, so I went with it instead.

I attached the sentiment to the front of the card, added a strip of the 1/4″ Rich Razzleberry Cotton Ribbon (LOVE this ribbon!) and then added it to my Rich Razzleberry card base.

And of course I had to try my Blendabilities on the Rhinestones, right? So I used my darkest marker to color them. Soooooo easy!

And for the inside I decided to use another sentiment from this set that I stamped in Rich Razzleberry. I also added a scallop edge along the bottom with a bit of Basic Black peeking out.

I really like the way this card turned out and think my friend will like it too. I can already see, I’m going to love coloring again and having another coloring choice is great!

Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers on the Horizon

These exclusive alcohol-based marker sets, come in a 3-pack of light, medium and dark shades (of the same color ), and provide your projects a more saturated look with blended colors. Use Stampin’ Up! Whisper White Cardstock with your Stampin’ Up! Blendabilities, or any one of Stampin’ Up! card stocks would work just as well.

On Tuesday, July 1st the following items will be available to order:

Cherry Cobbler (Item #130995 – $11.95)
Coastal Cabana (Item #131000 – $11.95)
Daffodil Delight (Item #130998 – $11.95)
Old Olive (Item #130999 – $11.95)
Pumpkin Pie (Item #130997 – $11.95)
Rich Razzleberry (Item #131003 – $11.95)
Skin Tone Assortment (Item #129370 – $22.95)

In addition, the following Blendabilities products will also be available:

Memento Ink Pad (Item #132708 – $5.95)
Memento Ink Refill (Item #133456 – $4.95)
Color Lifter (Item #129369 – $4.95)

*On August 1st, the remaining six color assortments will be made available to order.

What Sets Them Apart:

The Stampin’ Up! rectangular barrel keeps your markers from rolling away!
Flat storage helps to maintain the life of each marker.
Each marker comes with a tip on each end: brush and fine.
Marker tips are made of nylon, which is superior to polyester which can fray.
Color coded caps.
Blendabilities Markers coordinate wonderfully with our card stock, and can be used with transparent sheets, rhinestones, and pearls.

Want to Learn More about Blendabilities?

I’ve created the following video to get you started.

And here is another video to show you the basics in coloring.

So what do you think? Want yours right away? No worry – I can accept your order today and place your order on July 1st for you when they go live!

Contact me today.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Blended Bloom (135906), and Fabulous Four (134171/134174)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Pad (132708), Rich Razzleberry (126950) and Versa Mark Pad (102283)

Paper: Back to Black Designer Series Paper (133700), Whisper White (100730), Basic Black (121045), and Rich Razzleberry (115316)

Accessories: Rich Razzleberry (131003), Pumpkin Pie (130997) and Daffodil Delight (130998) Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers, Rich Razzleberry 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon (134564), Basic Rhinestone Jewels (119246), White Embossing Powder (109132) and Heat Tool (129053), Scallop Edge Punch (119882), and Paper Snips (103579)

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Flamingo Lingo SWAG Bag

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s post wraps up the coverage of my Luau Catalog Launch Party last Saturday and this project is a little “SWAG” bag that I gave to those who attended. It was just a little somethin’ somethin’ for everyone.

I think everyone enjoyed the new 2014-2016 In Color cards for their color rings and stamps that were included.

These little SWAG bags were so easy to make since I started with our new Polka Dot Tag a Bag Gift bags found on page 201 of the catalog. I simply stamped the flower image from the Flamingo Lingo stamp set onto the bag using my StazOn White Pad and then decorated.

Isn’t the little flamingo from the set precious? I stamped this little guy in Strawberry Slush so I could use our new yummy Thick Baker’s Twine.

Here is a close up of the little bag.

I just love using our new Thick Baker’s Twine that comes in all of the 2013-2015 In Colors!

And here are the last of the pictures of my classroom that I took while it was set up for the Luau Catalog Launch Party.

This first one is of the Make ‘n Take table. Ready for my guests to stamp.

Everyone had one of my little Beach Bag Post it Note Holders waiting for them. (You can see more about the Beach Bags HERE).

And here are a couple of the girls stamping their projects – we have such a good time together!

And the classroom itself

some close ups of the displays

Project Life

My Classes and Club options (click here to see more about my club option)

My “Punch Bowl” – everyone could scoop to their hearts content.

And last but not least – my Caring with Cards station where everyone was able to make a card to be donated to the cause of their choice – Hospice birthdays, Ronald McDonald House, Operation Write Home, and Holiday for Heros. My goal this year is 100 cards for each group!

And of course the snack table

along with a picture of the Tropical Cucumber Salad which seemed to be a hit. It’s also the recipe that I’ll be sharing with you today since several of you asked me for it. It swap super easy to make.

Tropical Cucumber Salad

3 tsp. fish sauce

1 tsp. freshly grated lime zest, plus more for garnish

2 tbsp. lime juice

1 tbsp. canola oil

2 tsp. light brown sugar

1 tsp. rice vinegar

¼ tsp. crushed red pepper

1 medium English cucumber, cut into ¾” dice

1 avocado, cut into ¾” dice

1 mango, cut into ¾” dice

¼ c. chopped fresh cilantro

Whisk fish sauce to taste, lime zest, lime juice, oil, brown sugar, vinegar and crushed red pepper in a large bowl until combine. Add cucumber, avocado, mango, and cilantro. Gently toss to coat.

Cover and refrigerate up to one hour. Serve garnished with lime zest, if desired.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Flamingo Lingo (134303/134306)

Inks: StazOn White Pad and refill (106960), Strawberry Slush (131178), Pear Pizzazz (131180), and Crushed Curry (131173)

Paper: Flowerpot Designer Series Paper (133698), Pear Pizzazz (131201), and Whisper White (100730)

Accessories: Polka Dot Tag a Bag Gift Bags (135503), Strawberry Slush Thick Baker’s Twine (135637), Mini Metalic Cothespins (133320), Petite Curly Label Punch (133519), Banner Punch (133519), and stapler

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Beach Bag Post it Note Holder

Posted on June 25, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s project is the little gift everyone received who attended my Luau Catalog Launch Party – it was my was of saying thank you. After all I appreciate each and everyone of you!

I had a lot of fun making these little beach bags. As I mentioned yesterday I just love anything nautical and so the Maritime Designer Series Paper was perfect for this project.

My little Pool Party sticky notes came from my local dollar store. I squeeled when I found these little pads since they were just the right color LOL.

Do you ever see Stampin’ Up! colors while you are shopping and looking at things? My daughter is always rolling her eyes at me when I say it is such and such color.

The sticky notes are about 1/2 the thickness of the typical stack of post it notes – so you can just use 1/2 of pad of the name band ones if you’d like.

Want to know how I made these? Well here is my latest video tutorial for you so you can make them too. It’s a little longer than normal since I’ve got some helpful tips along the way.

Enjoy!

Beach Bag Post it Note Holders Video Tutorial:

Update: please note that the measurements shown on the Simply Scored Scoring Tool are correct – not what I’m saying. Measurements have been added to the description on the video and should be 3 1/4″, 3 1/2″, 6 3/4″ and 7″. Sorry 🙂

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some more pictures and another recipe from the Luau with you.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sea Street (133985/133988)

Inks: Night of Navy (126970)

Paper: Maritime Designer Series Paper (133696), Real Red (102482), Night of Navy (101889), and Coastal Cabana Card Stock (131297)

Accessories: Real Red 1/4″ Cotton Ribbon (134563), Antique Brads (117273), 1/2″ Circle Punch (119869), Stampin’ Pierce Mat (126199) and Paper Piercer (126189), Stampin’ Trimmer (126889), Simply Scored Scoring Tool (122334), Multipurpose Liquid Glue (110755), Sticky Strip (104294), and Fast Fuse (129026)

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Sea Street & Luau Launch Party

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Saturday I held my annual Luau Catalog Launch Party. Everyone had a chance to see the new products, pick up a catalog, and be treated by me!

This year everyone was able to make this cute little card using the Sea Street stamp set (133985/133988) and our fun new Designer Series Paper, Maritime (133696).

I really love this little set, it is great for all kinds of cards like this birthday card, and of course summer themed items, like my Luau Launch Party. And for anyone who loves nautical items it’s a must have. (Ooops – that’s me!)

Check out all the great images in the set – don’t you just love this little octopus?

And what’s not to love in this fun coordinating paper?

Do you love Designer Series Paper? I know I do and I’m tickled to tell you that starting July 1st Stampin’ Up! will have a special promotion – Buy 3, Get 1 free! Whoo hoo! (I’ll be posting more details about the sale on Tuesday, July, 1st).

Of course one of the things I love to do is pamper my guest at these events, so I had a little snack table with Luau themed food.

Several of you had asked for the recipes on Saturday so I thought I would share them with you over the next few of days along with some of the other projects from the Luau.

This first recipe is for these yummy little Mini Fruit Pizzas that I made using the fresh Blueberries from my yard.

They were a huge hit with my guys too – And since they were so quick and easy to make we’ll be adding them to our summer favorites! You can stop hovering now boys – LOL (You’ll be happy to know they had their own little pizza party after dinner Saturday night!)

Mini Fruit Pizzas

1 pkg. (18 oz./20 count) Refrigerated Sugar Cookies

1 pkg. (8 oz.) Cream Cheese, softened

2 tbsp. frozen Limeade concentrate, thawed

½ c. powdered sugar

10 fresh strawberries, quartered

1 kiwi fruit, peeled, cut in half lengthwise, cut into 10 slices

½ c. fresh blueberries

½ c. fresh raspberries or blackberries

Bake cookies as directed on package. Cool 10 minutes or until completely cooled.

Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine cream cheese, limeade concentrate and powdered sugar; beat until smooth.

Spread each cooled cookie with 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture. Arrange fruit on top of each cookie.

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours.

Makes 20

Stop by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing a new video tutorial with you for my cute little Beach Bag Post it Note Holder that everyone who attended received.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sea Street (133985/133988), World Map Background (130342/130345), and A Dozen Thoughts (131056/131059)

Inks: Real Red (126949), Night of Navy (126970), and Pool Party (126982)

Paper: Maritime Designer Series Paper (133696), Night of Navy (101889), Real Red (102482),Pool Party card (122924) and Whisper White stock (100730)

Accessories: 1″ Square Punch (124094) and Postage Stamp Punch (122344)

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Weekly Deals for June 24th

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Here are this week’s Weekly Deals. Remember they are only available until 11:50 p.m. June 30th.

CLUBS ARE FORMING

New Clubs are forming and will begin in July. Here is how it works:

I’ll be offering 3 different classes each month – You get to choose which fits YOU the best that month.

Build your card supply and make cards for the month. During this event you’ll make 3 cards. Drop in and work at your own pace. Cards are clean and simple designs that are easy to complete in about an hour. The cards include birthdays, thinking of you, thank you and more.

Learn a fun new technique each month. You’ll make both a handy reference guide and a wonderful card.

Come work on your projects in the comfort of my classroom. You’ll have access to my Project Life supplies and kits.

Sound interesting? Why not contact me today at 706 754-7124 or [email protected] for more details about club? Clubs are a great way to build your supplies on a budget AND become part of my Hostess Club and earn Hostess Benefits!

Have a group of friends? I can customize a time for your group.

Stop back later today when I’ll be sharing a project with you from my Luau Catalog Launch Party last Saturday!

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Vintage Flower Shop

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is one that has for better term, a vintage feel to it. Isn’t it funny how you can change the whole look of a card with just the choice of card stock and colors you use?

The base for this card is Naturals Ivory Card Stock (101849) and if you haven’t ever used our Naturals Card Stock you’re in for a pleasant surprise when you try it. It has such a rich earthy feel to it, and it can really make a difference to the whole look of your project. I use the Nautrals card stocks when I’m wanting a more subtle feel of color, (Whisper White or Very Vanilla), and look for a project.

This card uses the Gorgeous Grunge stamp set which is a wonderful set to add to your collection since it is so versatile and lends itself to so many different styles. It is one that you may pass over at first when you flip through the catalog, since it seems a little bland at first – but don’t let that deter you. Once you stamp with it you’ll wonder why you didn’t get it sooner!

Hope to see you this Saturday – There is still time to RSVP!

Catalog launch Party Flyer

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Flower Shop (130939/130942), Papillon Potpourri (132058/123759), Teeny Tiny Wishes (128748/127802), and Gorgeous Grunge (130514/130517)

Inks: Hello Honey (133643), Blackberry Bliss (133642), Crumb Cake (126975), and Memento Tuxedo Black (*132708)

Paper: Naturals Ivory Card Stock (101849)

Accessories: Scallop Tag Topper Punch (133324), Blackberry Bliss 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon (133668), Pansy Punch (130698), Elegant Butterfly Punch (127526), Stampin’ Sponges (101610), Pearl Basic Jewels (119247), Raspberry Ripple (*131003), Daffodil Delight (*130998), and Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers (*130997)

*available soon – sign up for my newsletter and I’ll send you more information on the Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers as soon as a release date is announced.

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Flamingo Lingo Birthday

Posted on June 19, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Yesterday my best friend from High School celebrated her birthday and although a lot of miles separate us she never feels very far away. Funny how those special friends in our life are like that, huh?

Since I wanted something fun, I reached for the Flamingo Lingo stamp set and pulled out the little flamingo image. After all who can resist flamingos, right? And since it’s this years Ronald McDonald House stamp set it seemed fitting for this particular friend who is always volunteering.

I’m hoping it brings a smile to her face. Since it’s been in the 90’s here I figured a fun summer themed birthday card was a bit more fitting than one done in black. LOL.

Did you know that when you buy the Flamingo Lingo stamp set you can make a difference in someone’s life?

Flamingo Lingo is this years Ronald McDonald House Charities stamp set – Why is that important? Well, Stampin’ Up! will donate $3 to the RMHC when you purchase this set and that means you’ll not only get a wonderful stamp set to use, but you’ll also be helping to keep families together during a difficult time, along with helping children heal. What could be better right?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Flamingo Lingo (134303/134306)

Inks: Melon Mambo (26948), Daffodil Delight (126944), Crushed Curry (131173), Pear Pizzazz (131180)

Paper: Daffodil Delight (119683), Crushed Curry (131199), Pear Pizzazz (131201), and Whisper White Card Stock (100730)

Accessories: Brayer (102395), Gold Baker’s Twine (132975), Brights Collection Candy Dots (130931), Scallop Oval Punch (119856), Petite Petals Punch (133322), Fringe Scissors (133325), On Film Framelits (132969), and Bitty Banners Framelits (129267)

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Come Join the Fun this Saturday

Catalog launch Party Flyer

Designer Series Paper Stacks

Posted on June 18, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Have you ever noticed our color family Designer Series Paper Stacks in the catalog? You can find them listed on page 185 in the NEW Catalog or under each Color Collection.

Designer Series Paper Stacks are a great value since you get 2 sheets of every color in the family in 2 double sided patterns. That’s 40 sheets of 12 x 12 Designer Series Paper! You can go crazy when making your projects with that many sheets! LOL.

Here is a great card that I received recently during our team meeting that uses the Brights Color Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (130134). It’s clean and simple, but makes a great card.

What do you think? A card you’d love to receive? I love the flexibility of this layout since all you have to do is use an appropriate sentiment for the occasion and we have so many great sets to choose from. This particular sentiment is from the Regarding Dahlias stamp set (130324/130327).

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Regarding Dahlias (130324/130327)

Inks: Crumb Cake (126975)

Paper: Brights Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (130134), Crumb Cake (1320953), Whisper White Card Stock (100730)

Accessories: Crumb Cake 1/2″ Seam Binding Ribbon (122332)

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Catalog launch Party Flyer

Just Sayin’

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Yippie! Today new Weekly Deals were announced and the Epic Day Designer Washi Tape is on the list.

Washi Tape makes cards so quick and simple –

I made this clean and simple card for a friend recently to let them know I was thinking of them and the washi tape quickly told me which colors to use. Don’t you love it when you don’t have to worry about what goes together?

Would you like to see all the other Weekly Deals?

They are only available for one week and at a great price too!

There is still time to RSVP for my Catalog Launch Party!

If you live locally I’d love for you to stop by and see the new goodies from the 2014-2015 Catalog! Pick up a catalog, see the new items including the NEW Project Life line, and make a project!

Bring a friend along and introduce them to paper crafting – it’s FREE so why not?

Saturday, June 21st between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Please let me know if you plan on attending so that I’ll have enough projects for everyone.

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: Just Sayin’ (133200/133203)

Inks: Baked Brown Sugar (131174)

Paper: Baked Brown Sugar (131296), Coastal Cabana (131297), and Whisper White Card Stock (100730)

Accessories: Epic Day Designer Washi Tape (131269), Project Life Corner Punch (135346), and Word Bubble Framelits (132968)

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Little Buddy Birthday

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Stamp with Jini

Little Buddy Birthday was one of those sets that I knew I just had to have for all those little tykes in my life. The images are just too cute and I knew they would be great for coloring with our new alcohol Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers.

Here is a card I made for a special little monster in our life. LOL.

I knew I wanted to use the Coastal Cabana Stampin’ Blendabilities Markers since it would give me a bright bold image and I added some Rich Razzleberry accents too. This color choice gave me my starting point for the card.

I used the Circle Card Thinlits Die and wanted a little extra space so I created an extended flip card. You can see my how to video HERE.

Next I cut a circle out of Rich Razzleberry to add some more movement using my Circle Collection Framelits. I simply chose two of the circles and layered them together on my Magnetic Platform before running them through the Big Shot.

So what do you think? I’m hoping this movement card brings a smile to our little buddy’s face when he open it.