Artfully Aware

The Artfully Aware stamp set was inspired by one of our Demonstrators, Janet Wakeland and she shared her story of how she and the Stampin’ Up! artists created this set during our November OnStage in Orlando. I was deeply touched by her story of her mom’s struggle with Alzheimers. I think most of us have someone we love who is or has struggled with this awful disease and now you too can make a difference in someone’s life with your thoughts of encouragement and support when you choose this set.

Here are some beautiful cards made with this set.

This set also coordinates with our Support Ribbon Framelits Dies, so you’ll have endless options to create.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Artfully Aware (149447)

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Serene Garden & Team Time

I love getting together with my team at our monthly meeting and sharing. We have a lot of fun together learning new things and sharing. Today’s projects were all part of our team swaps.

This first card uses the Serene Garden bundle (148395) and the emboss resist technique.

Simply use our Versa Mark Ink Pad and White Embossing Powder stamp the image and then use a Sponge Dauber and Gorgeous Grape Ink (147099) to create this lovely soft background.

And how about this fun square card using the Dragonfly Dreams stamp set (142924) and Thinlits Dies (142749).

It’s fun fold pops open making it extra special.

And this fun project is a 3d that holds a bright and cheerful nail file. The holder was created with our Envelope Punch Board (133774).

And the A Good Day stamp set (145870/145873) was used for this fun 3d not only were stamps used for the sentiment, but also to create a background to match the nail file using the Granny Apple 147095/147163) and Melon Mambo Classic Inks (147051/115662).

And this final card was made using the Lasting Lily (Sale-a-bration 149717) stamp set and our Wood Textures (144177) and Gingham Gala Designer Series Paper (148554).

Just lovely don’t you think?

Have you ever thought about joining? Would you love to craft and share with others and get a discount on your favorite products? If so, then our team might just be the thing you are looking for!

And right now is a fantastic time to join! Since during Sale-a-bration not only will you get a $175 in product for just $99. You also have the option of a beautiful exclusive Craft Tote to carry your crafting items.

And as an added benefit you can choose from the Sale-a-bration 2nd release items and our March Special to add to your kit. Want to learn more? Click HERE to learn more about the Blue Mountain Stampers and joining today.

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, monthly – both local and online/virtual
  • Lunch & Learn, monthly
  • Monthly Crafting Day
  • 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.

And there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

Got questions? Contact me and I’m happy to answer any questions you may have.

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#imbringingbirthdaysback for February with Hello Cupcake

I can’t get enough of the Hello Cupcake stamp set that you can earn during Sale-a-bration for FREE. So this month I teamed up our fun Gingham Gala Designer Series Paper and the Hello Cupcake stamp set. When you purchase the items that I used for this card you can get the set for free!

Check out my tutorial that I’ve put together for you so you can make some too

Hello Cupcake Card Video Tutorial

And of course what about a PDF tutorial?

#imbringingbirthdaysback February Hello Cupcake Birthday CardTutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some of the wonderful projects my team shared with me this month!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Hello Cupcake (Sale-a-bration 149714)

Inks: Grapefruit Grove Classic Ink (147181/146972), Lemon Lime Twist (147145/144092), and Sahara Sand Classic Ink (147117/105220)

Paper: Gingham Gala Designer Series Paper (148554), Grapefruit Grove (147142), Whisper White Card stock (100730), and Whisper White Thick Card stock (140272)

Accessories: Grapefruit Grove 1/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon (146954) and Layering Circles Framelits Dies (141705)

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Vibrant Vases

Today’s card is bright and cheerful – perfect as we just had some beautiful weather here in North Georgia and the early daffodils are starting to peak their heads out of the ground. However, today we’re back a normal winter day.

Today’s card is my February Thank You card that I created to send out to all of my stamping friends who place an order with me.

The two step stamp set, Vibrant Vases is easy to use and because of the bold images you won’t have a problem lining things up when stamping. It’s also perfect for the Stamparatus if you prefer to go that way.

And did you know that this stamp set coordinates with the Vase Builder Punch (147040) found in the Annual Catalog? That makes it a great way to make this punch even more versatile.

I’ve put together a quick video tutorial for you along with a PDF.

Varied Vases Card Video Tutorial

And here is the PDF for you with a complete supply list and step by step directions.

Varied Vases February Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Stop back by on Monday when I’ll be sharing a tutorial for my February Birthday card too. (I’m a bit behind since I’ve been helping my son with a home improvement project. I can’t wait to share some pictures with you when we’re done!)

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Vibrant Vases (146947)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad (132708), Poppy Parade (147050/119791), Bermuda Bay (147096/131156), and Lemon Lime Twist Classic Ink (147145/144092)

Paper: Lemon Lime Twist (146947), Powder Pink (146949), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Lace Dynamic Embossing Folder (148530)

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So Hoppy

Today’s card all use the So Hoppy stamp set that you can earn for FREE when you place a qualifying order during Sale-a-bration. This set has such cute images with fun sentiments I couldn’t resist!

Check out these cards made with the set.

This first card is bright and cheerful – and it is done in one of our favorite new colors Granny Apple Green. Check out the background, it’s the new Dot to Dot Embossing Folder (148533).

And this next one used our Layering Circles Framelits Dies (141705). While the ribbon is currently unavailable you could use our beautiful 1/4″ Double Stitched Daffodil Delight Ribbon (144116) in the Annual Catalog for a bold pop of color!

This next card uses our Watercolor Paper and Aqua Pen to add color to the frog. And do you recognize the paper? It’s our Animal Expedition Designer Series Paper (146902). And the beautiful ruffle is our Lemon Lime Twist 3/8″ Mini Ruffle Ribbon (146947). I love this stuff it ties lovely!

And finally I love how this one uses our Tea Room Specialty Designer Series Paper (146894) fly pattern – how perfect is that? I love how Stampin’ Up!s products all work together.


Like this little guy as much as I do? Why not contact me and set up a time to gather with your friends and stamp? Not only will you get to have fun stamping together you’ll be able to earn lots of FREE products during Sale-a-bration!

Did you know there are 3 ways to enjoy Sale-a-bration?

Here’s the three ways:

  • SHOP
    • For every $50 or $100 you spend (before tax and shipping), choose a FREE Sale-a-Bration product (come back tomorrow to see the Sale-a -bration Catalog). 
    • There’s no limit to what you can get FREE. 

  • HOST:
    • When your party (or online order) is $250 or more, you’ll get and additional $25 MORE in Stampin’ Rewards.
    • And you can put that money towards the cost of your own Starter Kit to join my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers

  • JOIN My Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers:
    • You have TWO GREAT OPTIONS when you join during Sale-a-Bration
    • Option #1: $99 Starter Kit…normally you get to choose $125 in product, but during SAB choose up to $175 in product and FREE Shipping too!
    • Option #2: $129 Starter Kit…you’ll get the everything in Option #1, PLUS the exclusive Craft & Carry Tote

If you’ve ever considered joining Stampin’ Up!, now is a great time to join!  And my team, The Blue Mountain Stampers might just be the right place for you!

  • Looking to join as a hobbyist or earn a little cash, or maybe your somewhere in between? Everyone is welcome on my team!
  • Enjoy stamping and sharing with other crafters? You’ll have lots of choices with us, we gather at least 2 times a month
  • Join my stamping community today – you can join us for our next event, Craft Day on February 26th!

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: So Hoppy (Sale-a-bration 149725)

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Flowering Desert

The Flowering Desert stamp set can be found in the Occasions Catalog and is perfect for those of us who love succulents and cactus.

These plants are beautiful and as some one without a green thumb perfect for me since I tend to forget to water my plants. lol. I remember as a child my Aunt who lives in Arizona gave us our first cactus and I can remember my mother’s excitement as the little babies came along. She would carefully transplant and our collection grew. I’m not so sure my little brother has the same memories tho since he had a run it with her favorite one summer. Ouch!

These cards today use the Flowering Desert stamp set – so why not check them out?

Did you know that our catalog has a You Can Make It Bundle option that you can order? Stampin’ Up! has given you a quick and easy way to order coordinating products that include stamps, ink, paper, and more that work well together to get you started quickly making cards. And during Sale-a-bration when you order one of the You Can Make It Bundles you’ll get a Sale-a-bration item FREE. So why not check them out and see if they are something you’d enjoy?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Flowering Desert (148700)

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All My Love Chocolate Wraps

Today’s project is a quick and easy treat that you can make last minute for Valentine’s Day. I whipped up a batch for my team meeting today.

They were a lot of fun to make – and I hear the little chocolates are yummy too.

I’ve got a video tutorial for you.

All My Love Chocolate Wrap Video Tutorial

Along with this PDF with step by step directions.

All My Love Chocolate Wrap Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Forever Lovely (148624)

Inks: Lovely Lipstick (147140/147179)

Paper: All My Love Designer Series Paper (148576), Blushing Bride (131198), Lovely Lipstick (146970), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Be Mine Stitched Framelits Dies (148527),h All My Love Ribbon Combo Pack (148584), Heart Epoxy Droplets (148583), Scallop Tag Topper Punch (133324), Triple Banner Punch (138292) and Silver & Petal Pink Baker’s Twine (146288)

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Happy Tails to you

Love dogs? or know someone who has a 4 footed family member? If so this set might just be perfect for you. I was excited when I saw it since we have two, 4 footed family members our self, Chewie and Yoda. (Yes, my kids are Star Wars fans lol!)

This set not only has a coordinating punch which makes it so easy to use, but also some wonderful sentiments.


And did you know you can purchase these as a bundle to save 10%?


Want to see some wonderful cards made with this bundle? Here are a few I received in my recent swaps.

This first one uses our Call Me Clover Designer Series Paper (146963) and 1/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon (146951) to highlight his sweet pup. And yes, that is the Lace Dynamic Embossing Folder (148530) used in the background.

This next card uses Crushed Curry, Soft Suede and Crumb Cake on a Granny Apple Card stock card base. Check out the texture added to the front using the Subtle Embossing Folder (143706).

And how about this final card for today?

Done in Soft Suede and Blueberry Bushel. The Pinewood Planks Embossing Folder (143708) and Gingham Ribbon (144232) add some texture.

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

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing a tutorial with you for a quick and easy treat!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Happy Tails (*148682)

Accessories: Dog Builder Punch (*148543)

*Happy Tails Bundle (148543)

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