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.
This sketch style stamp set highlights winter images and our woodland creatures. It’s beautiful stamped or with added color. This is one of our stamp sets that you’ll find in our Annual Catalog.
Check out these lovely cards made with this stamp set. This first card uses simple stamping and a fun embossing folder technique.
Ink is applied to the embossing folder on the inside, this time the Woodland Embossing Folder (152881) and then run through the Stampin’ Cut & Emboss Machine. When the card stock is removed from the folder the ink is pressed in along with the design. How cool is that?
And fun fact did you know you can always tell which side the top of the folder is? Just look for the Stampin’ Up! logo.
This next cared uses our Early Espresso and Soft Suede to create this lovely tone on tone card.
The image and sentiment are stamped on Very Vanilla for a more subtle feel. And finally here is a fun technique card.
This background was created using our reinkers and water from a Stampin’ Spritzer. After the card stock has dried it was run through our Stampin’ Cut & Emboss using the Tin Tile 3D Embossing Folder (151801).
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I love sharing with my team and coming home after a Stampin’ Up! event is no different. While this year we gathered virtually we still were able to gather for an After party and share the excitement of the NEW 2021 January – June Mini Catalog.
So I created these cute little flag holders using the Quite Curvy Bundle (156228) that is currently available. I just love these little sweet birds!
I used the colors from our OnStage@Home swag so everything coordinated
and was able to put the logo on the inside of these folders with the little flag sticky notes. We are going to need lots of sticky notes!!!
I also put together some little charms using some images from the stamp sets, the catalog, and logo. Each one was a bit different
but they all had one thing in common – a prize patrol number!
Things were all set up for a light lunch and an couple of hours with the team.
Of course, no team event is without stamping, so I had packets for everyone with their little team gifts waiting for them all their stamping spot.
We also had a table to share all the Product Purchase Premiere goodies – there is nothing like being able to touch and feel in person!
And of course I shared my copy of the real Mini & Sale-a-bration Catalogs that they could look at too.
We made 4 projects using new products from the 2021 January – June Mini Catalog and Sale-a-bration brochure.
And of course while we stamped prize patrol numbers were called and prizes were given out!
Lots of smiling faces
Want to see our projects?
Not only did stamp together, we got to use the new Blending Brushes found in the Mini Catalog and learn a fun new technique too.
I’ll be sharing these projects with you later so stop back by to see my tutorials and videos for these projects and more!
So what do you think? Sound like fun? Love the new items too? It’s just a peek of what’s inside the 2021 January – June Mini Catalog! And as I am sure you can guess, being the first to see this new catalog or any of our new catalogs is a very exciting AND a huge perk of being a Demonstrator – after all who wouldn’t want to be first? Right!
Add the fact that you’ll receive a discount on all these products and you can’t lose! If you feel this is a good time to join Stampin’ Up! and my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, you too can be first too!
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!
Crafting Enthusiasts 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 crafter 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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Are you eligible for a FREE Stampin’ Up! 2021 January-June Mini Catalog?
I’m currently working on my mailing list for shipping the 2021 Catalogs (and will be finalizing it by November 29th) –
You’ll be the first to get one (around the mid December) if:
Are you a frequent customer of mine? If you ordered a minimum of $50 from me in the last three months (or 90 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up!Catalogs.
Have you hosted a Private Party? If you have gathered with friends in the last 3 months (or 90 days) you are eligible to receive FREE Stampin’ Up! Catalogs.
Haven’t ordered from me for a while or are new? Place an order with me and you are eligible to receive a FREE Stampin’ Up!Catalog. (If you are placing an Online Order make sure your information is up to date and correct).
If you are not a current customer and would like to order a Free 2020-2021 Annual Catalog simply by paying for the Shipping, please contact me by email at StampwithJini@gmail.com so I can send you a PayPal invoice for $7.75 postage OR click the PayPal Button below to pay for the postage (Catalog will be mailed to your PayPal address)
Each month we gather to stamp and share with each other and so today I thought I’d share some of the fun cards that my team members have created over the past 2 months. I can’t believe they got buried on my desk and I haven’t shared them with you before now.
These first 2 cards use the Country Home stamp set (147678) from the Annual Catalog that you can find on page 90. This first one uses the beautiful Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper (153527) to choose it’s color pallet.
And both these cards have been colored with our Stampin’ Blends which gives them that great bold rich, color.
And here is fun fold card using the Beautiful Autumn Stamp set () and lovely Gilded Autumn Specialty Designer Series Paper (153520).
This card uses the fun impossible fold to create a card that pops up but mails flat.
And one using our Stitched Leaves Dies (153567) that has been teamed up with the colorful Plaid Tidings Designer Series Paper (153527) again.
I really like the way these dies have the stitched edging that can be used on negative images like this and on the positive images too.
A gratitude journal made with the lovely Ornate Garden Specialty Designer Series Paper (152488) – done in 6×6 and filled with paper to fill. A page for each person to personalize or use it as a lovely book to use yourself.
This next project uses the Grace’s Garden stamp set (151513) and is a fun fold card.
That once again folds flat for mailing.
This next grouping of projects is for Christmas and I’ll continue with some more fun folds. First this easel card that uses the Sweetest Time Bundle (155169).
And last but not least Shirley shared some little wooden pumpkins she made using the technique we used during our Peak Princess Event. You can see more and the tutorial for that project about that HERE.
And how about some Christmas projects? This first card uses the Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper (153487) and teams it up with the beautiful Forever Gold Laser Cut Specialty Paper (152493)
And for a here is a fun fold teepee card using our Feels Like Frost Designer Series Paper (150444) with it’s beautiful images.
Champagne foil Sheets (144748) were cut out using the Forever Flourishing Dies (152714) and were used as a backdrop for the sentiment. This card also folds flat for mailing simply by undoing the well placed velcro dot.
And now for some fun 3d projects – A cute little box that holds a couple of nuggets using the Little Treats stamp set (153516).
And fun tags using a variety of the holiday stamp sets found in the Annual and Holiday catalog. Can you name them all?
There are 4 different stamp sets used for these tags. Don’t look if you are still guessing but here is the list. Detailed Doves (153406), Christmas Gleaming (150464), Merry Moose (150494), and Perfectly Plaid (149418). Hand made tags for your packages make them extra special and are a lot of fun to make!
whew… what did I tell you, lots of great projects! I’m truly blessed with such a great team to share and stamp with.
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Winter isn’t winter without some fun freezing in the snow. Or at least that is how I felt as a child growing up in Wisconsin. That first snowfall was always so much fun! Childhood memories or being wrapped up tight with my scarf. There were times I was so bundled up to go out and play I waddled out the door. And as a teen I got to learn how to ski with friends on school field trips to Little Switz. Ahh… the memories cool noses and toes. So the Freezin’ Fun stamp set immediately spoke to me when I saw it.
After all who can resist these cute little animal images? And these images are perfect for coloring a number of ways too. While all these cards use our Stampin’ Blends for a fun bold color you can also you aqua painters or Blender Pens with our Classic Ink too for a softer look.
Want to see some cards? Here are 3 great cards using this set. This first one is done in Seaside Spray and Pacific Point.
And finally this last card creates a wonderful winter scene using the fun shadow box card technique.
I can’t pick a favorite. Can you? Why not leave me a comment and let me know which one you like best?
If you like this stamp set as much as I do, why not check out my upcoming class? It’s a fun class where we’ll be making some holiday treats and gift items. You can find more information on my Calendar of Events HERE.
But you’ll want to hurry and save your spot! Today is the last day to RSVP for my LIVE event or my Online Class. You’ll find all the details HERE.
Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some fun team projects with you.
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A fun set with fun images and sentiments for the season! Warm & Toasty is sure to make you smile.
Check out these fun cards make using this stamp set. This first card is a fun card that measures 4 1/4″ x 4 1/4″. It uses our beautiful Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper to create a wonderful night sky back drop for this little fellow.
Those Iridescent Pearls (153549) aren’t just for Halloween. They are great for all our holiday needs! And this next card is a fun gate fold that opens down the center.
And did you know that this the Warm & Toasty Stamp set is one of the 2 sets that I’ll be using in my Santa’s Workshop Class? We’ll be making some treats and gift items for giving this holiday season. So why not join me for a little you time? Relaxing and stamping during the busy holiday season is good for everyone.
Why not check it out on my Calendar of Events? I’ve got a LIVE and Online option for this class. We’ll be making some fun little treats & gift items.
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Snow. How magical and beautiful it is with it’s icy blues when it falls and lays pristinely on the ground. And the Snowflake Wishes bundle gives you just that. The fun of the Christmas snowfall without all the work!
Check out these 3 lovely cards done in shades of blue and lots of glittering perfection – perfect for the holiday season. This first card uses simple stamping and teams it up with the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper and Balmy Blue Glimmer Paper. The Snowflake Splendor 1/4″ Ribbon adds a bit more sparkle! I love how this ribbon picks up the colors around it, making it a great choice for all kinds of projects.
And this last card uses an emboss resist technique – the snowflakes are heat embossed using White Embossing Powder (109132) and then sponged to make them pop! For this card the Blue Adhesive Baked Gems bring a bit of glitz!
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Earlier I shared with you so soft and lovely cards made with the Dove of Hope Bundle and so today I thought I would continue with some more card using this wonderful bundle of products.
This first card continues with the lovely blue and silver combination which is one of my favorites for the holidays. Reminding me of all the cool blues of the winter months.
But these next two card use a bolder pallet of color
This first card is bold and striking. Created using the Brightly Gleaming Specialty Designer Series Paper (105429) and the beautiful deep and rich In Color Pretty Peacock.
And this next card teams up our Poinsettia Place Designer Series Paper (153487) and Goil Foil Paper (132622) for a beautifully elegant look.
So which do you like? Bold or Subtle? Why not leave me a comment and let me know. It’s part of what I like about paper crafting you can create based on your own style when you see a layout that strikes you simply by changing out the colors and paper!
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Doves the universal sign of love & peace. And did you know that doves appear in the symbolism of Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Paganism, and of both military and pacifist groups? That is a lot of ground to cover for just one image. So why not take a look at the Dove of Hope Bundle in a new light?
This first card uses the stamped image and the mask technique. The area below the dove has been sponged with Seaside Spray and Highland Heather for a soft look. The silver pattern behind the Nested Die cut image is from our Feels Like Frost Specialty Designer Series Paper and the Rhinestones pull in that bit of silver into the focal point.
The Tine Tile 3D Embossing Folder add some interest and texture to this card. Soft and lovely and here are two more cards using this soft color pallet along with the coordinating dies.
Done using the Snowflake Splendor Designer Series Paper (153512) this card is soo easy simply stamp your sentiment and cut out the images and then add a few of the Snowflake Adhesive Embellishments (153545) for a bit of shimmer & shine.
And this last card uses our Purple Posy and Highland Heather to create a tone on tone effect.
So what do you think? Want to take a look at this bundle? You can find it on page 13 of our Mini Catalog. Don’t have a local demonstrator or the Mini Catalog and would like one? Why not email me StampwithJinin@gmail.com your name, address and phone number. I’ll be happy to mail you one!
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