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About Stamp with Jini

My name is Jini Merck and I'm a Stampin' Up! Independent Demonstrator. I love being a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator, not only do I get to be creative every day, I also get to be a creative coach, offering fresh project ideas and encouragement to my customers and friends. For me, helping someone create that perfect project for a special occasion is the best feeling in the entire world. After all, creating cards, scrapbook pages, and gift items is about more than just stamps and ink—it’s about sharing a part of yourself with the people in your life. I live in Clarkesville which is in the North Georgia Mountains with my husband and two children. Although my family keeps me busy I enjoy the creativity of stamping and crafts and the fellowship stamping brings into my life. Spending time creativing cards and gifts for friends and family has been one of my favorite hobbies over the years.

Spot lighting Sale-a-bration’s Corner Bouquet

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Todays cards all use the Corner Bouquet stamp set that you can earn during Sale-a-bration with a qualifying order. This stamp set is great since you can team up these lovely images with your favorite sentiment sets.

Check out these lovely cards made using this stamp set. This first card is done a fun blending technique using our NEW Blending Brushes (153611) and the Oh So Ombre Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 155225).

I love the rich colors on this card and the Artistry Blooms Sequins add a pop of shimmer.

This next card uses a simple ink pad technique that gives your projects a 2 tone effect.

Simply ink up the image using the lighter color, here Mint Macaron was used as normal. Then use the second ink pad to tap the areas you want to highlight. Cool right? The lovely Very Vanilla Gold Metallic Edged Ribbon (144146) and Metallic Pears (146282) add a beautiful elegance to this sympathy card. Do you recognize the sentiment? Its from another stamp set you can earn, the Heal Your Heart stamp set (Sale-a-bration 155291).

And this next card is done in Just Jade and uses 3 of our Sale-a-bration products, can you name them?

The sentiment is from the Approaching Perfection stamp set (Sale-a-bration155282) and the polka dots are from the Flower and Field Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 155223).

And how about this next card done in Bumblebee and Garden Green? I love the way the image is used to create a fun background panel.

This next card teams up the Corner Bouquet with the Positive Thoughts stamp set (151490) and is done in Rich Razzleberry and Smoky Slate.

And last but not least this rich card done in jewel tones uses the Dandy Garden Designer Series paper (154297) along with the Dragonflies Punch (154240) and Classic Labels Punch (141491)

So what do you think? Have a favorite? I know I can’t pick just one.

Sale-a-bration ends February 28th so you’ll want to get your favorite Sale-a-bration products befoere they’re gone!

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More Berry Blessings

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During this cold winter weather it’s always fun to see the bright reds and blues of berries in my local grocery stores. It’s a sign and promise of what is to come and warmer weather. I’ve had blueberry bushes in my yard for years and always enjoy seeing those little bell shaped blossoms. I was surprised years ago while sitting in our local extension service class learning how to install the bushes to learn all the benefits of those little sticks we were going to pick up. After a few years not only did our bushes at our old house beginning give a bounty of berries they were pretty year round too. Even in the fall the leaves turn bright red before they fall off. How about you? Are you dreaming of soft summer breezes and fresh sweet berries from the yard?

Check out these lovely cards made using the Berry Blessings Stamp set and Berry Delightful Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 157613). This first one uses a fun fold and our Misty Moonlight and Balmy Blue.

More Berry Blessings

And this next one uses Real Red to create these yummy raspberries. A bit of our Champagne Foil sheets and Basic Pearls adds a bit of shine.

And this last card is a fun way to use scraps,

So what do you think? Which card do you like best?

Did you know that you can earn this bundle for FREE during Sale-a-bration? You can when you place a qualifying purchase with me, but you’ll want to hurry because Sale-a-bration ends on February 28th!

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Final card in the Mix It Up Series 2 using Dragonfly Garden

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Today’s card is the last in this series of 3 cards using the Dragonfly Garden Bundle.

This card is the last in my second Mix It Up Series, so if you missed Series #1 or the other 2 cards why not scroll through my past blog posts? Meanwhile here is the video and pdf tutorial for you.

Mix It Up Series 2 Dragonfly Garden Card #3 Video Tutorial

Mix It Up Series 2 Dragonfly Garden Card #3 PDF Tutorial

I love the landscape option for cards. Do you find you tend to gravitate toward landscape or portrait layouts? Back in High School my art teacher, Mr. Panaro pointed out to me that every time he gave us an option my choice always was landscape. While that was many years ago that observation still rings true. I try to create with the portrait layout in mind too, which is part of what I love about this Mix It Up Series, it always us to stretch and try new things. Have you ever noticed you tend to gravitate towards a certain layout more? Why not leave me a comment and let me know?

Enjoy! Looks like it will be a good weekend to stay inside and craft a little, but then any time is a good time to craft a little if you ask me!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Garden (*154411)

Inks:  Mossy Meadow Classic Ink

Paper: Dandy Garden 6×6 Designer Series Paper (154297), Smoky Slate (131202), Blackberry Bliss (133675), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Dragonflies Punch (*154240) and Mossy Meadow 3/16″ Braided Linen Trim (154298)

*Dragonfly Garden Bundle (156224)

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Sign up for Hey Birthday Chick Class today! RSVP ends February 12th

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Another fun Dragonfly Garden Mix It Up Card Tutorial

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Here is another quick and easy card to whip up using the Mix It Up pieces that are part of this 3 part video tutorial series using the Dragonfly Garden Bundle of products found in the Mini Catalog. Why not take a few minutes and check it out?

This card was created using the same products as yesterday’s card. Want to see how it is put together? Why not check out my video tutorial and the printable PDF tutorial?

Mix It Up Series 2 Dragonfly Garden Card #2 Video Tutorial

Mix It Up Series 2 Dragonfly Garden Card #2 PDF Tutorial

Stop back by again tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the final card in this series of 3 tutorials with you.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Garden (*154411)

Inks:  Mossy Meadow Classic Ink

Paper: Dandy Garden 6×6 Designer Series Paper (154297), Smoky Slate (131202), Blackberry Bliss (133675), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Dragonflies Punch (*154240) and Mossy Meadow 3/16″ Braided Linen Trim (154298)

*Dragonfly Garden Bundle (156224)

Visit my Online Store

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code KTYK2BXV

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Sign up for Hey Birthday Chick Class today!

Click HERE to see my Calendar of Events and more details about this class and others

Mix It Up Series #2 starts today!

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Wow, the week has already flow by so far. Can you believe it is already Wednesday? There is a lot going on but I don’t want to delay starting my second series of Mix It Up tutorials. Today’s series also uses the ever popular Dragonfly Garden Stamp set and coordinating Punch. I think you’ll find once you start using this bundle you won’t want to stop!

This series of cards uses only 3 colors – Mossy Meadow, Smoky Slate, and Blackberry Bliss making it a great a great way to create tons of cards on a budget which is great for new stampers. And when you purchase the products to make these cards you’ll qualify for a FREE Sale-a-bration item too! You got to love that too, right?

Well here we go I’ve got not only the video tutorial for you but also a printable PDF that includes the supply list and step by step instructions along with the video link. Keeping everything together in one place for you.

Mix It Up Series #2 Dragonfly Garden Card #1

Mix It Up Series #2 Dragonfly Garden Card #1 PDF

I just love this concept and projects that was shared with us during our last OnStage event. How about you? Why not leave me a comment and let me know what you think?

Enjoy! and then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the second card in this Series with you.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Garden (*154411)

Inks:  Mossy Meadow Classic Ink

Paper: Dandy Garden 6×6 Designer Series Paper (154297), Smoky Slate (131202), Blackberry Bliss (133675), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Dragonflies Punch (*154240) and Mossy Meadow 3/16″ Braided Linen Trim (154298)

*Dragonfly Garden Bundle (156224)

Visit my Online Store

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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code KTYK2BXV

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Paper Pumpkin – sign up today to get your February Bouquet of Hope Kit

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Valentine Keepsakes

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Need something for Valentine’s Day? Or even year round to spread a bit of sweetness? Check out the Valentine Keepsakes stamp set found in the Mini Catalog on page 16.

Not only does this set have wonderful sentiments and images that will work with the Mini Curvy Keepsakes Box Dies (150644), but it also has a coordinating Cards & More product (152487) to make those projects quick and easy.

Today’s card uses the Valentine Keepsakes stamp set along with our Oh So Ombre Designer Series Paper from the celebration product line.

The Oh So Ombre Designer Series paper adds a pop of color to this monochromatic card which has a ton of texture added to it with our Subtles and Tasteful Textures 3D Emobossing Folders.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Valentine Keepsakes (154354)

Inks: VersaMark (102283/102193), Rococo Rose Classic Ink (150080/150089)

Paper: Oh So Ombre Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 155225), Rococo Rose (105882), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Layering Squares Dies (151772), Subtle 3D (151775), and Tasteful Textures 3D Embossing Folders (152718), White Embossing Powder (109132), Elegant Faceted Gems (152464), and Whisper White Crinkled Seam Binding (151326)

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Two NEW Hey Chick Bundles

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If you love the Hey Birthday Chick stamp set in the MINI Catalog you’re going to LOVE this new offering too!!!   TWO great Bundles – choose one or get both the choice is yours!

And great news – not only can you purchases these new bundles today, you can also get my Hey Birthday Chick February Card Class FREE when you do!  

CLICK HERE to learn more about this fun class option.

Stop by my Online Store for more information or click on the image below for a printable PDF option

Got questions? Feel free to contact me I’m always happy to help

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Reserve your spot in my February Card Class – Hey Birthday Chick

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Sign up starts today!

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

Date: Thursday, February 25th

Time: 10 to noon

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

Use Host Code B7QPCRFQ

Place a qualifying purchase and get the class for FREE!


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

RSVP and prepay to hold your spot by Friday, February 12th

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 B7QPCRFQ by the RSVP date to receive a free class. If your order is more than $150 do not use the host code instead contact me to let me know you would like the class.
  4. Pay the Paypal invoice Iwill 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. You do not have to have a PayPal account, simply use your card to pay the invoice by following the instructions. 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 Online 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!

StampwithJini@gmail.com or call 706-754-7124

Want the Class for FREE?  

Simply use the Class Host Code B7QPCRFQ to place a minimum qualifying purchase of $35 by the RSVP date of February 12th prior to the class.

Class Supply List:

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

  • *Hey Birthday Chick Stamp Set #154464 $21
  • Memento Tuxedo Black Ink #132708 $6
  • Bermuda Bay Classic Ink #147096 $7.50
  • Daffodil Delight Stampin’ Blends #154883 $9
  • Pumpkin Pie Stampin’ Blends #154897 $9
  • Calypso Coral Stampin’ Blends #154881 $9
  • Pool Party Stampin’ Blends #154894 $9
  • Rich Razzleberry Stampin’ Blends #154898 $9
  • Bermuda Bay Stampin’ Blends #154878 $9

*Hey Birthday Chick Bundle #158631 $43 (available beginning 2/2)

Adhesives are not included in class

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

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Dragonfly Garden Mix It Up Series #1 final Tutorial

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Today marks the end of my Mix It Up Series Series #1 and it’s final project. This week I’ve been sharing with you cards all made with the same pieces, just mixed up. This technique is a fun and quick way to create cards quickly. Whether your new to stamping or a avid crafter like myself you’ll find this series a great way to craft.

Today’s card once again uses the classic Misty Moonlight and Bumblebee combination. Since it uses just 2 ink pads it’s a great way to start building your color collection. And since they both are part of our 2020-2022 In Color Collection you can choose our Cardstock Assortment pack since it contains all 5 colors in the In Color collection.

Done in a landscape layout it with simple stamping – this sentiment is a great way to spread some cheer.

Here is my video tutorial and a printable PDF also for you. Did you know that each of my PDF tutorials not only gives you a complete supply list, measurements, and step by step directions as a companion to the video but it also includes the YouTube link? Yep, they do – that makes it simple to keep everything in one place!

Mix It Up Series 1 Dragonfly Garden Card #3 Video Tutorial

Mix It Up Series 1 Dragonfly Garden Card #3 Tutorial PDF

If you enjoyed this series of tutorials you’ll want to make sure to stop back by again next week when I’ll being sharing my Mix It Up Series #2! If you missed my earlier projects that are part of this series you can scroll back to see them in my earlier posts and catch up.

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Garden (*154411)

Inks: Misty Moonlight (153118/153124) and Bumblebee Classic Ink (153116/153122)

Paper: Dandy Garden 6×6 Designer Series Paper (154297), Misty Moonlight (153081), Bumblebee (153077), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Dragonflies Punch (*154240)

*Dragonfly Garden Bundle (156224)

Visit my Online Store

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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code T49VAD2F

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code

Paper Pumpkin – sign up today to get your February Bouquet of Hope Kit

Subscribe today or purchase a Prepaid Subscription on your order so you can earn Sale-a-bration products too!

Mix it Up with Dragonfly Garden Card #2

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Yesterday I shared with you the first card in my Mix It Up Series and as promised today I’ll be sharing the second card of the 3 using these same pieces. So without further ado here you go.

This card uses the same size pieces and once again the Misty Moonlight and Bumblebee Classic Inks but mixes up the layout a bit. Check out my video tutorial and PDF for this project below.

Mix It Up Series 1 Dragonfly Garden Card #2 Video Tutorial

Mix It Up Series 1 Dragonfly Garden Card #2 Tutorial PDF

So what do you think? Are you liking this option for quick and easy cards? Why not leave me a comment and let me know? Then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the last of the 3 cards in this tutorial series.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Garden (*154411)

Inks: Misty Moonlight (153118/153124) and Bumblebee Classic Ink (153116/153122)

Paper: Dandy Garden 6×6 Designer Series Paper (154297), Misty Moonlight (153081), Bumblebee (153077), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Dragonflies Punch (*154240)

*Dragonfly Garden Bundle (156224)

Visit my Online Store

Click here to order your Stampin’ Up! Products online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code T49VAD2F

Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code