Today’s cards all use the products from the Brightly Gleaming Suite Bundle found in our 2019 Holiday Catalog. I love the fact that this suite has punches which make multiple cards easy to do. And the Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper doesn’t disappoint with its beautiful Copper Foil accents.
Check out these lovely cards using the Christmas Gleaming Stamp set
This first card uses the lovely Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder (150665) to add some texture to the background. It’s not just for Halloween, although you’ll find this Embossing Folder in our Monster Bash Suite of Products (153485).
Check out the Star Designer Elements (150430) and the Brightly Gleaming Foil Accents (150431) used for this card. So much fun!
This card also uses the wonderful Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Folder for those of us who like to add a bit more wow to our cards – Done in Night of Navy card stock it adds some texture.
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Create 10 cards, choose from 5 different designs, envelopes included.
Choose 1, 2, 3 sets, or choose them all – Or do multiples of sets; the options are yours!
Thursday, November 7th 10 am – 4 pm
AND
Saturday, November 9th at 10 am – 4 pm
Class Fee $15 for each set of 10 (Buy 4 sets and get the 5th for free!)
RSVP and Prepay by Wednesday, October 23rd to hold your spot
? Santa’s Workshop Class:
Saturday, December 7th at 1 pm – 3:30 pm
We’ll be making gifts and stocking stuffers
Class Fee $35
RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, November 20th
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Do you enjoy making treats for family and friends? Halloween treats are not just for kids, but the young at heart too. Right? So I made up a batch of these candy wraps for family and friends and of couldn’t I resist using the Boo to You stamp set since it is filled with fun whimsical images of monsters we all know and love.
Created with our Monster Bash Designer Series Paper, you’ve got lots of choices for the color combinations and designs to choose from. And you are going to love the Basic Black 3/8″ Scalloped Edge Ribbon – it feels and ties wonderfully.
Here is a quick video tutorial showing you how I made them.
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I’m on a roll with Country Home and loving the images colored with our Stampin’ Blends. Today’s card is one that I made to send out this week for my October birthdays. I wanted the feeling of autumn when I created this card so I reached for the Terracotta Tile and Pretty Peacock. Two of my favorite 2019-2020 In Colors, and here is what I came up with.
Of course, I can’t resist the new Snowfall Accents Puff Paint to create the 3d feel of the cotton pods either.
Here is a quick video tutorial sharing how I colored and used the Snowfall Accents Puff Paint along with a couple of tips for success. I’ve also done a PDF to go along with the video for you.
COUNTRY HOME CARD VIDEO TUTORIAL
#imbringingbirthdaysback October 2019 – Country Home Card Tutorial PDF
Would you like to receive a birthday card from me in 2020? I’m starting a new list now for 2020 and will be collecting birthdays to add to it starting now through the end of the year for 2020.
So if you want to be one of those who receive a hand stamped birthday card from me, it’s simple just send an email to me at [email protected] and give me the following information.
Name
Address
Date of birth
(I just need the month and day since we’re all 29. LOL! But you can include the year if you want to. US only)
(fine print: All info will be kept private and be used only for the purposes of sending you a birthday card)
I’m asking for yours – so here’s mine March 20th and my address is 2320 Dooley Road Clarkesville GA 30523 – just in case you wanted to know. ?
Clearance Rack Update
The Everything Is Rosy Product Medley is back and available to purchase for 15% off—but only while supplies last
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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’ areHappy 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!
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Last weekend was my Peak Princess event. What’s that? Well it is a special afternoon of pampering for those Team members who have earned it. We enjoy the time together, food, played a game, and of course create a project.
This event was extra special since it was our largest group yet due to everyone’s hard work – and I added a bit of a luau theme to the snack table to celebrate.
The hit of the snack table was the Artichoke & Mushroom Toast – not really Hawaiian fair, but since the Hawaiian pizza rolls I was planning on were a flop when I tried them, this worked out well since everyone seem to enjoy them.
Here is the recipe if you want to try them yourself. I found them really easy to do and prepped everything the day before and then assembled before the event.
Artichoke &
Mushroom Toast
Taste of Home
36
slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
3
T. Olive Oil, divided
½
lb. sliced fresh mushrooms
½
lb. sliced baby portobello mushrooms
½
tsp. Italian seasoning
2
T. butter
6
garlic cloves, minced
1
jar (7.5 oz) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1/3
c. mayonnaise
1
T. Parmesan cheese, shredded
2
c. Swiss cheese, shredded
Place bread on
baking sheets; brush with 2 tablespoons oil. Broil 4-6 inches from heat for 1-2
minutes or until lightly toasted.
In a large
skillet, sauté mushrooms with Italian seasoning in butter and remaining oil
until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place
artichokes in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Add
mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese; cover and process until blended. Spread over
toast slices; top with mushrooms and sprinkle with Swiss cheese.
Bake at 350
degrees for 4-6 minutes or until cheese is melted.
And here is the classroom waiting for everyone to arrive.
I shared the little Country Home Kit Kat Holders which were everyone’s “pillow gifts” on the table with you yesterday – I thought the thankful greeting was perfect to express my thanks to my team.
We enjoyed a game after everyone settled in –
Have you ever played the Right, Left Game? It’s so simple…. everyone starts with a package and then we passed our packages to the right or left depending on the Ink Pad story I read.
Lot’s of fun and laughter to go around!
After we did a Make n Take and created these lovely Folding Albums. My friend, Marni gave me one of these little albums last spring in a swap and I loved it so much. I saved it since I knew it was the perfect project for the day. I simply put my own spin on it.
It wasn’t hard to choose the paper I wanted to use. The Magnolia Lane Designer Series Paper is so striking and you’ve got a ton of pattern choices in the package. Here is what the album looks like opened.
I’m looking forward to filling it with some photos!
Here is the gang working on theirs
Want to see how I made this album? The Team enjoyed making them so much I thought you would too!
Amazing Magnolia Lane Folding Album Video Tutorial
Oh, I almost forgot the tag or chip board is simply the extra piece in our Specialty Designer Series Paper packs – How great is that? You can up cycle it!
So what do you think? Want to make one for yourself? I think they make great gifts and of course you could stamp on the inside diamonds if you prefer rather than use it as an photo album. I think there are endless ways to use this amazing album!
Here is a printable version with the complete supply list I used.
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This past weekend was my team Peak Princess event and so I wanted to make something special for my team members that earned this special event during the first quarter. Naturally the Country Home stamp set came to mind with it’s lovely sentiments and images. The fact that I could use the fun new Snowfall Accents Puff Paint on the cotton pods from the Holiday Catalog was an added bonus and a ton of fun!
Check out these elegantly wrapped treats
And since this holder fits a full size Kit Kat Bar there is plenty to share if you want too!
They are simple to make, use a sheet of card stock and I really like how the back opens to show your sentiment.
See how I made it and the magic of the Snowfall Accents Puff Paint here in my video tutorial.
COUNTRY HOME KIT KAT HOLDER VIDEO TUTORIAL
And here’s the a complete supply list and printable tutorial for you too. Speaking of which do you find these PDFs helpful? Do you like the PDFs? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.
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If you sometimes find the options over whelming when you sit down to create a card, simple stamping just might the thing to recharge your creativity. Today’s project was created using card stock, ink, and a couple of punches. It also uses the stamp set from our September Paper Pumpkin Kit. Which is perfect for simple stamping. Check out this cute little note card for Halloween. Perfect for mailing or tucking in with a little treat.
These little skeletons are simply stamped in Memento Tuxedo Black and I used the Gorgeous Grape spot that came in the kit for the sentiment and sponging. Want to see how I made it? I’ve got a video today for you. (I know it’s a day later than planned, but I wanted to share my big news with you yesterday – a perfect way to start the new year!)
Paper Pumpkin September 2019 Bon Appetit Halloween Note Card Tutorial
And here is a printable PDF tutorial for you with a complete supply list and step by step directions too.
Paper Pumpkin September 2019 Bon Appetit Halloween Note Card Tutorial PDF
Enjoy!
And did you know that the Stampin’ Up! is giving us kits that will coordinate in October & November. While they are stand alone kits they can also be used together to make our holiday crafting even easier! So it’s a super time to join in the Paper Pumpkin fun.
These two kits will contain the following:
October Kit
Kit details: Makes 10 cards and envelopes
Card size: 4 1/4″ x 5-1/2″ (10.8 x 14 cm)
Envelope size: 4-1/2″ x 5-3/4″ (11.4 x 14.6 cm)
Coordinating colors: Early Espresso, Pool Party, Poppy Parade, and Shaded Spruce
November Kit
Kit details: Makes 24 holiday-themed gift tags of 4 various sizes and designs.
Coordinating colors: Early Espresso, Pool Party, Poppy Parade, and Shaded Spruce
The October and November kits coordinate; however, each kit is all-inclusive and can stand alone.
Subscription Information
Subscribe for the October kit at paperpumpkin from September 11–October 10.
Subscribe for the November kit at paperpumpkin from October 11–November 10.
Supplies may be limited toward the end of each subscription period.
Paper Pumpkin kits are great for all ages and contain everything you need to assemble the kit, just add a scissors and you are ready to go!
Got questions? Want to see what Paper Pumpkin is all about? I hold a Paper Pumpkin Craft Time each month where you can try it out. Click HERE to see my Calendar of Events to learn more.
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I have been trying to figure out how to share my good news with you all… and it is truly big news!
On August 26th, I got several customer orders that put me over top allowing me to achieve the Stampin’ Up 2019 Incentive Trip to Maui. On October 6th reports will be finalized and I will be able to redeem the points for an all-expenses paid trip for two to Maui July 2020. I can’t even begin to tell you just how excited my husband, Larry is about this trip!!!
I am still processing the fact that I’ve reached my goal and pinching myself to make sure it’s not a dream. I was not sure that I should share until it was official, but I wanted to go ahead now since so many of you have been following my progress.
So
here goes and all I can say is Thank you!
Thank you to my AMAZING customers.
Every order you place allows me to do what I love AND share my love of
crafting with you. I can’t tell you how much your support and friendship mean
to me.
Thank you to the best team ever! The Blue Mountain Stampers thank you
for sharing your talent, inspiring me, and keeping me on track! You have been
working hard too, and becoming successful in each of your own ways. I am so
proud of you, and that fact you let me be a part of your Stampin’ Up! journey.
I’m so honored that you have you chosen to join our team! I could not have
achieved this trip without you!
Thank
you to those NEW customers who reached
out to me and placed orders. You’ve touched me deeply with your kind comments and
your desire in wanting to help me reach my goal.
Thank you to my biggest fans who have stamped with me over the past
10 years! You refer your friends to me. You share your life and encourage me to
become better. You are the inspiration! Because of you I feel like I can achieve
anything.
Thank you to my husband and family who have been supportive and have
patiently waited for me and pitched in when I needed it.
Thank you to my adopted Stampin’ Up! family who have given me their
friendship, believed in me, mentored me, and inspired me to reach for the
stars.
Thank you so much for making this goal and my dream come true!
(Disclaimer: less than 1% of Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators make the Incentive Trip each year)
