Stitched from the Heart & 25% Off on select Stamp Sets!!!

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Not only are stitches a classic trend, they illustrate the quality, precision, and extra care taken when creating a piece. Giving a stitched gift shows just how much you value that relationship. Now you have the opportunity to purchase Stitched Shapes Framelits ahead of their official release in the 2017-2018 annual catalog and get 25% off coordinating stamp sets.With Stitched Shapes Framelits you can make paper stitches in seconds, turning any project into one that is stitched from the heart.

Here is a quick video so you can see them in action.

Here are the measurements for the Stitched Shapes #145372

These measurements are for the full cutout piece.

Circle

1-3/8”
1-7/8”
2-3/8”
2-7/8”

Square

1-3/16”
1-5/8”
2-1/8”
2-5/8”

Ovals

1-3/4” x 13/16”
2-1/4” x 1-5/16”
2-3/4” x 1-13/16”
3-1/4” x 2-5/16”

The stitched smaller shape is approximately 1/16” from the edge of the cutout. So the dimensions are approximately 1/8” smaller than the cutouts.

Here are the approximate dimensions of the actual stitched shapes on the cutouts.

Circle

1-2/8”
1-6/8”
2-2/8”
2-6/8

Square

1”
1-1/2”
2”
2-1/2”

Ovals

1-5/8” x 11/16”
2-1/8” x 1-4/16”
2-5/8” x 1-11/16”
3-1/8” x 2-4/16”

Great News Stampin’ Up! is also giving us a choice of coordinating stamp sets to choose from!!! And they are 25% Off!!!

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Here are the Details:

• Stitched Shapes Framelits available beginning November 1, 2016
• November 1-30, 2016: select stamp sets 25% off
• Promotion Deadline (25% off select stamp sets):
• Online: November 30, 2016, by 11:50 PM (MT)

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My Hero

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Today I’m going to share with you some of the items my Team members have stamped and brought to swap at our October meeting. One of the things I enjoy most is time with my Team at our monthly Team Meetings. It’s always energizing and fun and it is a great group of ladies.

This first item is a wonderful little Halloween Treat that Deborah made everyone using the Halloween Scenes Edgelits Dies and Halloween Night Specialty Designer Series Paper.

And it holds 3 nuggets. Isn’t it cute?

And here is a card that Deborah also made. It uses our Ronald McDonald House stamp set, My Hero. Not only is this a great set since it contains images for year round use, but when you purchase it Stampin’ Up! donates $3 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

And a couple of cards that Cindy made. This first one uses the Wondrous Wreath Stamp Set (135047) and the small flower from the Wonderful Wreath Framelits Dies (135851).

And how about this friendship card done with a simple technique.

Cindy took her clear block and scribbled color in areas using Sweet Sugarplum, Flirty Flamingo and Marina Mist. Spritzed it with some Rubbing Alcohol that she put in her Stampin’ Spritzer and then stamped onto Watercolor Paper. Easy peasy!

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It’s a fun time of year to join Stampin’ Up! Right now you can join my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, for just $99 your starter kit containing $125 in product. PLUS – your kit ships for free!

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: My Hero (141954/141957)

Paper: This Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper (141628), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Garden Green (102584) and Very Vanilla Card Stock (101650)

Accessories: Holly Embossing Folder (141634), Layering Circle Framelits Dies (141705) and Cherry Cobbler & Garden Green Stampin’ Write Markers (141972)

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LAST DAY FOR OCTOBER’S DESIGNER SERIES PAPER PROMOTION!!!

Classroom Makeover

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

As I mentioned yesterday – I’m going to share my classroom make over with you. As it is so far, anyhow I’m waiting for the next phase.

My son surprised me this summer with the offer to start on some of the things I’ve been wanting to do. Lots of painting later, (which you know is not my favorite thing to do), I’m really happy with things!

As I shared with you back in June – here was the first step. A trip to the for one of several loads of wood. You can click HERE to see more of the beginning steps that I’ve shared with you earlier.

I ended up going what definitely was my natural pull when it comes to color! After all who would love be surrounds by colors and a room inspired by this?

While we live in the mountains I grew up in Milwaukee and around Lake Michigan so I love the water!

Johnathan took my basic ideas of what I wanted and put them into action. He was making some adjustments that he thought I’d like as he worked on things. (I let him do his thing since he custom built everything and designed it himself.) And Larry got into the act by suggesting the oak trim to tie things together in the space.

My classroom was upside down A LOT over the summer as we worked in between events. Everyone was wonderful about classes during the transformation. Here are some photos to give you an idea of what I mean! LOL!!!

While the classroom is not quite finished yet, everyone seems to be enjoying the new space. I know I am. Now I’m just trying to be patient until his work slows down so he can start on the upper part of my storage space. LOL!

The classroom is being set up so that everyone can find what they need to work on a project. The 12×12 file cabinet holds Designer Series Paper that you can thumb through and the smaller drawers hold a rainbow of Card stock. Eventually they’ll have labels. I’ve added a TV of course for my Team Meetings so we can stream and share Stampin’ Up! events and more. And there is wonderful rainbow colored Ribbon Holder so you can select a bit of something if you are working on a project.

The shelves hold stamp sets, sponges and more that can be easily accessed by everyone. Along with displayed items too.

I loved the chalk board idea when I saw it. So I found some old frames that Johnathan spray painted for me. I painted the glass (not something I’d do again since if you press to hard…..well I’ll get around to replacing it eventually. LOL! but not right now since they are displaying all kinds of the Holiday Catalog projects.)

I’ve created a little corner store – so if you are looking for something to work on a project you can browse through all kinds of stamps, paper and accessories! Great for upcoming Retreats!

If you want to see even more pictures I’ll be posting more on my face book page tomorrow. So why not stop by and check them out. As you can see this was a family affair. My husband Larry even helped me paint a bit and it was nice to see the guys working on a project like when Johnathan was just a little one. This time the roles were reversed with Johnathan showing Larry tips and tricks! My how he has so quickly grown up into a man! Sigh…. I’m so lucky and proud of these guys! I couldn’t do what I do with out all their love and support.

I won’t be posting tomorrow since I’ll be getting ready for the Fairview Elementary Fall Festival. If you live locally why not stop by and say hi? I’ll be selling cards, treats and gift items for the holiday season. You can check out the school page for more information – https://www.facebook.com/events/632987676881420/

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Just a few more days to take advantage of the October Promotion

Beautiful Star of Light

Posted on October 26, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

This bundle of stamps and Thinlits Dies is just beautiful and the sentiments the set contains are wonderful.

See what I mean? And the swap cards that I’ve received are fantastic! Check them out there is something for everyone!

This first card uses the Moroccan Designer Series Paper which is part of our Buy 3 Get 1 Free promotion that ends October 31st. Annmarie was thinking out of the box when she chose this paper for Christmas and I just love it!

I’ve included the recipe below for you.

This next card is done in traditional Blue and Silver – and who doesn’t love that?

Joanne created a bit of dimension by scoring the star on this card and adding some Stampin’ Dimensionals on the back to pop it up. Simple right? But wow it’s just lovely.

And finally Dawn added some of our Fancy Frost Sequins (142519) to create a wonderful shaker card for this one.

I know my photos don’t do these cards justice. You can see them in person in my classroom. Speaking of which, why stop back by tomorrow when I will be sharing with you my classroom transformation! Yes, finally! LOL!!!

If you’d like to make some cards for the holiday why not check out my Christmas Card Stack of Cards Class or host a private Christmas Card Party? Contact me today to choose a date for your gathering or check out my Calendar of Events to see what is happening in November and December!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Star of Light (*142110)

Inks: VersaMark Pad (102283)

Paper: Moroccan Designer Series Paper (141645), Real Red (102482), and Thick Whisper White card stock (140272)

Accessories: Starlight Thinlits Dies (*141840), White Embossing Powder (109131), Embossing Buddy (103083), and Metallic Enamel Shapes (141678)

*Bundle (143508)

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Christmas Pines

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Pine boughs… can you smell the fresh cut pine? It’s one of my strongest holiday memories. Going out in the cold Wisconsin afternoon, tramping through the snow and choosing a tree together. (My dad had planted a whole field of them on our property when I was about 4 and it was my job to stomp the dirt down around the saplings trunk.)

When we got home the guys always trimmed the trunk and screwed the tree into the tree stand. I know I’m really dating myself LOL! Some years those lopsided little blue spruce were a bit misshaped, but since we back them up against the wall it was all good. Now a days we use an artificial tree, not as much fun I’m afraid, but more practical with my allergies.

Oh well, this set just reminds me of all those beautiful boughs from childhood. And it’s got some wonderful sentiments too

Here are two wonderful cards that I was given. This first one from Jackie has a bit of sparkle and shine to it since she uses our Red Glimmer Paper (121790) and Candy Cane Lane Baker’s Twine (141983).

And this second card from Theresa has tons of texture – I’ve included the recipe for you below.

This stamp set is part of a suite of products is found on pages 18 & 19 in the Holiday Catalog. And did you know that right now the Presents & Pinecones Designer Series Paper is part of the Buy 3 Get 1 FREE promotion? Whoo hoo!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Christmas Pines (*142049)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931) and Early Espresso Classic Ink (126974)

Paper: Warmth & Cheer Designer Series Paper Stack (141991), Garden Green (102584), Delightful Dijon (138338), Crumb Cake (120953), Cherry Cobbler (119685) and Whisper White (100730)

Accessories: Cable Knit Dynamic Embossing Folder (143537) and Metallic Thread Combo Pack (142003)

*Bundle (143496)

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Christmas Magic

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Have someone who loves trains? Check out these wonderful cards that I was given in my swap using the Christmas Magic stamp set found in the Holiday catalog.

This last card is wonderful since it uses the Sliding Star Framelits Dies (141820) to create movement

the train looks like it is coming down the tracks!

This set of dies is so much fun to work with, as you can see it’s not just for the coordinating stamp set. You can use it for all kinds of cards.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Christmas Magic (142116/142119)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: This Christmas Specialty Designer Series Paper (141628), Cherry Cobbler (119685) and Basic Black (121045), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Accessories: various Stampin’ Write Markers

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Only 7 Days Left!

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Christmas Card Stack of Cards

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Do you want to have a fun afternoon out while you work on some beautiful Christmas cards? Then come to my classroom for this Stack of Cards! Be sure to RSVP so I can prepare the projects for you!

You’ll make 16 homemade Christmas cards! I do all the work for you and cut everything! You get to assemble and have fun! 4 different designs, and 4 of each.

Friday, November 11th 1:30 – 4:30 pm

Sunday, November 13th 2 – 5 pm

Class Fee: $30 and it includes your envelopes

R.S.V.P and Prepay by Sunday, October 30th to hold your spot

(Click on my Calendar of Events or Email me at [email protected] to RSVP and hold your spot)

It’s simple: You can hold your spot with a credit/debit card.

Bring a friend and YOU and your friend get 4 free cards from my card rack.

Need adhesive? No problem, pick yours up at class!

Doors open at 5 minutes before event starts
Cost: 30.00 (your fee is half price if you put in a min. order at event!)

Father Christmas

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Do you love the traditional look of the stamp set Father Christmas? Here are some wonderful cards I received using this set.

I love the rich embossed look of this next card.

Remember when you use Embossing Powder the Embossing Buddy is your friend – it is a must have item to create clean images and not have those pesky stray spots from static!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Father Christmas (142122/142125)

Inks: Early Espresso Classic Ink (126974) and VersaMark Pad (102283)

Paper: Early Espresso (119686) and Crumb Cake Card stock (120953)

Accessories: Clear Embossing Powder (102283), Embossing Buddy (103083) and Heat Tool (129053)

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Banners for Christmas

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Do you like it when you can use an item you already have with a new item that coordinates with it? I know I do. It gives us a lot more versatility for our stamping. Well the Banners for Christmas is one of those sets!

It coordinates with the Bunch of Banners Framelits Dies found in the Annual Catalog on page 93. Check out these wonderful cards created with these two items that I received in my swap.

Do you recognized the little house on this next card?

Well it is from the Candy Cane Lane Designer Series Paper – simply cut it out and voila! And did you know that this paper is part of October’s Buy 3 Get 1 FREE promotion? You can see all the items here.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Banners for Christmas (142806)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink Pad (140931) and VersaMark Pad (102283)

Paper: Neutrals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (138435), Gold Foil Sheets (132622), Real Red (102482), Emerald Envy (141415), and Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: Bunch of Banners Framelits Dies (141488), Layering Ovals Thinlits Dies (141706), Gold Embossing Powder (109126), Simply Scored Scoring Tool (122334), and Pearl Basic Jewels (119247)

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Deck the Halls with Merry Mice

Posted on October 18, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

Have you seen the adorable little mice found in the Merry Mice stamp set on page 23 of the Holiday catalog? If not your in luck. Here are two fun swaps I received using this set.

The first card from Marilynn just sparkles – it uses the Red Glimmer paper (121790) which just shimmers!

I love the little details like the sting of pearls the last little mouse is wearing!

And here is a fun card from Amy that uses both the Candy Cane Designer Washi Tape (141985) and the Candy Cane Designer Series Paper (141981) that is part of our October Designer Series Paper promotion – Buy 3 get 1 FREE!

Which is your favorite? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Merry Mice (142142/142145)

Inks: Delightful Dijon Classic Ink (138327), Basic Black Archival ink (140931)

Paper: Red Glimmer Paper (121790), Warmth & Cheer Designer Series Paper Stack (141991), Thick Whisper White Card stock (140272), Rhinestone Basic Jewels (119246), Pearl Basic Jewels (119247) and White Perfect Accents (138416

Accessories: Banner Framelits Dies (132173), Baker’s Twine Trio Pack (141999), Real Red and 2016 Stampin’ Write Markers (141393)

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