Monthly Archives: January 2021

Floating & Fluttering Thank You Card Tutorial

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Today I’d like to share another tutorial with you. I’m running a bit behind because my internet is having issues. So please bear with me as I work through this problem over the next few days. Today’s card uses the Floating & Fluttering Bundle found in the 2021 January – June Mini.

This bundle of products doesn’t contain sentiments so it was perfect to team up with the FREE Sale-a-bration stamp set Heal Your Heart (Sale-a-bration 152291) that you can earn when you purchase this bundle and spend $50 in product.

Want to see the card now? I chose one of my favorite color combos for it – Coastal Cabana and Granny Apple Green.

When doing a technique like blending colors you’ll want to choose colors next to each other on the color wheel rather than across from each other for a more pleasing feel. If you use colors across from each other you’ll get a more “muddy” look when you blend them.

If you don’t remember your childhood art class basics, there are primary colors Red, Blue, and Yellow.

When primary colors are mixed with the color next to them you get the secondary colors, orange, violet, green. And of course, if there is more of one of the primary colors in the mix that is more dominate, you’ve got the tertiary colors or 3rd set of colors.

If you’ve been stamping for a while you probably do this intuitively with your color combinations without even realizing it as we all have color palettes we use repeatedly because they make us happy.

On to the tutorial. I’ve created both a video and PDF for you that I wanted to share.

Floating & Fluttering Thank You Card Video Tutorial

Floating & Fluttering Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Have you received your Mini in the mail?

And just a reminder if you haven’t received your January – June Mini Catalog or Sale-a-bration brochure yet please let me know. You can email me at [email protected] and I’ll get another out to you.

Thanks!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Floating & Fluttering (*154424) and Heal Your Heart (Sale-a-bration 155291)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black (132708/133456), Granny Apple Green (147095/147163), and Coastal Cabana Classic Ink (147097/131164)

Paper: Basic Black (121045), Granny Apple Green (146990), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Fluttering Dies (*154318), Blending Brushes (153611), Elegant Faceted Gems (152464), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107/150006)

Save 10% with the *Floating & Fluttering Bundle (156239)

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Dragonfly Garden Easel Calendar Card

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Today’s project is a fun one using the Dragonfly Dreams Bundle that you can use all year long since it holds a mini calendar.

The fun fold is quick and easy to make. Want to make one yourself? Why not check out my tutorial below?

Dragonfly Garden Easel Calendar Card Video Tutorial

Dragonfly Garden Easel Calendar Card Tutorial PDF (corrected 1/14)

So what do you think? Like the project? The Dragonfly Garden Bundle is part of the Dandy Garden Suite of Products. So it’s got tons of products to create wonderful projects.

https://www.stampinup.com/products/dragonfly-garden-bundle-(english)?dbwsdemoid=2048121

And did you know that I’m offering a January Card Class using the Dragonfly Garden Bundle? And did you also know it’s free when you place a qualifying order using the Class Host Code? Yes, I said free! And I’m offering it both in person and Online. You can CLICK HERE to learn more about my Dragonfly Garden Class or stop by my Calendar of Events to see all my upcoming Classes.

Then stop back by when I’ll be sharing another tutorial with your tomorrow.

Paper Pumpkin Fun and a sneak peek for next months kit too!

Are you a Paper Pumpkin Subscriber? If so, good news for our February Kit – There is an Add On that is currently available.

The Little Love Boxes Add On Kit Item #156842 makes 20 adorable little boxes that are 3”x 2”x ½” – perfect for giving a little something to someone you’re thinking of.

And if you haven’t heard of Paper Pumpkin or haven’t subscibed in the past you’ll want to in February.

What is Paper Pumpkin? Paper Pumpkin is our monthly One-Stop Box™ that offers a unique variety of paper projects for subscribers of any skill level to enjoy! These thoughtfully-themed and all-inclusive craft kits encourage you to explore your creativity, try new techniques, and discover your potential in papercrafting. And they are great for all ages!

Why Paper Pumpkin? Paper Pumpkin introduces you to an impressive collection of Stampin’ Up! products, from our one-of-a-kind ink pads to our eye-catching embellishments. Plus, the carefully-chosen components of each Paper Pumpkin kit highlight the unbeatable versatility and coordination our products provide! This easy and exciting way to stock up on supplies—and create small-batch projects for occasions of any kind—inspires you to continue crafting. With Paper Pumpkin, it’s easy to craft

So, what’s in store for this month’s kit? February’s Paper Pumpkin kit—Bouquet of Hope—provides a way to offer comfort, care, and condolences to those enduring life’s challenges. With beautiful blooms and supportive sentiments, the Bouquet of Hope Paper Pumpkin Kit will soothe sorrow and share sympathy in a heartfelt, handmade way. While you can create nine cards of comfort and coordinating envelopes with February’s kit, the kit’s exclusive, versatile stamp set can be used to uplift loved ones during trying times, any time.

To learn more about this kind-hearted kit, keep reading!

Bouquet of Hope

Details

  • Kit contains enough supplies to create 9 cards—3 each of 3 designs—and coordinating envelopes. Kit includes card bases, decorative die-cut pieces, embellishments, and more.
  • 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: Basic Black, Bumblebee, Just Jade, Merry Merlot, Mossy Meadow, Rococo Rose
  • Coordinates with the Flower & Field Designer Series Paper, an exclusive Sale-A-Bration item.

Coordinating Product

155223 | Flower & Field Designer Series Paper

  • Earn this pack of paper for FREE with a purchase of $50 USD or more during Stampin’ Up!’s Sale-A-Bration promotion! 
  • Purchase a Prepaid Subscription or order any product found in my Online Store to qualify
  • The Sale-A-Bration promotion will run until February 28th.

Subscribe to the February 2021 Paper Pumpkin Kit between 11 January and 10 February at paperpumpkin.com! When you chose me as your demonstrator you’ll get to attend our monthly craft time for free!

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Sign up today for my January Card Class – Dragonfly Garden

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I’ve changed my class format a bit this year – You’ll still get the same great card class, but each month we’ll be using one stamp set for all the cards instead of a variety of sets.

You’ll also have the choice of LIVE and Online classes just like before, but you’ll get the class free when you use my host code associated with the class each month and place a qualifying order.

Make 6 cards with envelopes (you’ll make 2 each of 3 designs)

Date: Thursday, January 28th

Time: 10 to noon

RSVP and prepay to hold your spot by Friday, January 15th

Class Fee Only $20  (Includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit)

Use Host Code NUDCHYTF, place a qualifying purchase and get the class for FREE!


Class PDF & Videos $10  (no kit or product included)

Choose from my LIVE event or Online Class option

It’s simple:

  1. Sign up for class
  2. Let me know if you want to attend the LIVE event or receive an Online Kit
  3. Place your order using my Class Host Code NUDCHYTF by the RSVP date to receive a free class
  4. Pay the Paypal invoice I will send you a PayPal Invoice for the Kit’s $8.05 priority postage if you want your kit mailed or $20 if you just want to pay the class fee and not use the Host Code. Or you can make arrangements for another payment method.

All Classes come with project PDF and Videos. Class Kit will be mail by Wednesday after LIVE event

What does my kit include?

  • Pre-cut supplies to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
  • Class PDF and Videos showing you how to create these projects
  • Envelopes so you can mail your projects when you are ready


RSVP is a must for all events!

[email protected] or call 706-754-7124


Class Supply List:

You’ll need the following supplies to complete the projects as designed if not attending the LIVE event.

  • Dragonfly Garden Stamp Set & Dragonflies Punch (Bundle 156224)
  • Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456)
  • Mossy Meadow Classic Ink (147111/133651)
  • Bumblebee Classic Ink (153116/153122)
  • Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends (154883)
  • Mossy Meadow Stampin’ Blends (154890)
  • Calypso Coral Stampin’ Blends (154881)
  • Banner Pick a Punch (153608)
  • Clear Wink of Stella (141897)

Want the Class for FREE?   

Simply use the Class Host Code NUDCHYTF to place a minimum qualifying purchase of $35 by the RSVP date of January 15th prior to the class.

Adhesives are not included in class

Need Adhesives? Let me know and I can have some for you at LIVE event or add it to your order when using the Host Code if you are choosing the Online Option.

Please know that I’ve tried to design classes for the next 6 months with pricing that allows you flexible options due to the current events. Please let me know if you have any questions. I appreciate your support and understanding as we work through these unprecedented times.

Want to plan? Here are my Upcoming Monthly Card Classes and the set’s we’ll be using.

February 25th – Hey Birthday Chick

March 25th – Enjoy the Moment

April 22nd – Pretty Perennials

May 27th – Sweet Ice Cream

June 24th – Oh Snap

You can find my specialty Classes that are perfect for advanced stampers or those that want to learn more on my Calendar of Events.

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2021 January – June Mini Organizational Items

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Yes! It’s live now! And you’re going to LOVE the new product options available for this spring’s crafting. I know my wish list is long. If you haven’t already seen the catalog just click on the image below. You’re going to LOVE it!

If you’re a regular customer of mine and haven’t received your Mini Catalog and Sale-a-bration brochure in the mail yet since things are a bit of a mess at the Post Office, please drop me an email to [email protected] so I can resend you one or you can pick one up if you are local.

Catalog Organizational Items

As you know before I really get crafting I find a few organizational items helpful. I’ve been doing these now for years and everyone seems to find them helpful, so I hope you will find them useful too. (You can click on the Organization link in the side bar to find past Organizational items)

Die Case Inserts

And so that you can get those Dies on the shelf with your other cases, here is my Die Case Inserts for the new 2021 January – June Mini. If you haven’t used these before you’ll find the ones for the 2020 Annual Catalog HERE. (And if you need others you can find them under Organization section.) 

Always Dies PDF
Beautiful Brushstrokes Dies PDF
Curvy Dies PDF
Dandy Wishes Dies PDF
Flamingo Dies PDF
Floral Gallery Dies PDF
Floral Hearts Dies PDF
Flowering Vine Dies PDF
Fluttering Dies PDF
Hydrangea Dies PDF
Kangaroo Dies PDF
Lacy Petals Dies PDF
Many Hearts Dies PDF
Messages Die PDF
Open Range Dies PDF
Perennial Petals Dies PDF
Pierced Blooms Dies PDF
Potted Succulents Dies PDF
Pretty Birthday Dies PDF
Seaside Shells Dies PDF
Shark Dies PDF
Snail Dies PDF
Stitched with Whimsy Dies PDF
Suit & Tie Dies PDF
Tranquil Dies PDF
Window Flower Box Dies PDF
Wrapped Flowers Dies PDF

Love my organizational idea? What now? Simply print the PDF onto Basic White Card stock (159276) and trim on lines. Then insert into one of our Standard Stamp Cases (119105). And add a magnetic sheet (I use vent covers I find at the hardware store) to the inside using our Tear & Tape (138995).  Got a big set? Add the sheet to the front and back covers to hold more! Yes it’s that easy.

And for a complete Designer Series Paper card stock color reference check out my Designer Series Paper chart – a quick and easy reference for your ordering and crafting needs. This chart has been designed using the colors on the back of the Designer Series Paper package.

2021 January – June Mini & Sale-a-bration Designer Series Paper Chart PDF

Enjoy!

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Mini Catalog Goes Live & More!

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Yippie! The 2021 January – June Mini Catalog are now live AND so is the Sale-a-bration brochure. So if you haven’t receive your copy in the mail, you can now see it online.

Simply Click on the catalog image below or stop by my Online Store HERE.

Click HERE to open the 2021 January – June Mini Catalog PDF

Click Here to open the 2021 Sale-a-bration Brochure PDF – This year you can earn great products for FREE items during January & February. Sale-a-bration ends on February 28th, 2021. That’s a change for this year – we only have 2 months rather than the 3 of the past. But the good news is we’ll have a second Sale-a-bration offering this summer with a new offering.

There are 3 ways to get great Sale-a-bration goodies:

Shop: For each $50 or $100 in product you purchase you’ll get to choose an exclusive Sale-a-bration product.

Host: Book a private party with me. Gather with friends online for a face book party or hold a book party. Either way when you place a qualifying order of $300 not only will you receive Host Rewards you’ll also receive a exclusive stamp set Punch Party!

Join: Get $125 in product for just $99 (plus tax), shipping is free! As a special gift when you join during Sale-a-bration you’ll also receive 5 Color family 6×6 Designer Series Paper stacks with our newest designs. That’s a $67 value!!! (These will be in our 2021 Annual Catalog, so you’ll be the first to get to play with them!)

I would love to have you as a part of my Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers! You can enjoy a discount on your favorite products, and enjoy the benefits of being part of a group that will love and support you no matter your goals!  

There is no obligation – so why not give it a try?   Join right away and get your discount on your shopping list and get the opportunity to earn Sale-a-bration products and earn Stampin’  Rewards too!

This is the best kit in the catalog!

You can CLICK HERE to learn more about joining and my team, The Blue Mountain Stampers.

CLICK HERE to join today and select your choice of product for your starter kit

It’s HERE!!!! The New MINI CUT & EMBOSS – order yours today!

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  • Simple to store. The platforms on both machines fold for space-saving storage and they look pretty too–the sleek, clean design suits any crafting space.
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Stop back by – I’ll be sharing some of my organizational items and some fun tutorials too!

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