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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.

NEW Online Exclusives for March & Organizational Items

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Great news, we’ve got some fun new products that are available today but they can only be found in my Online Store!

Did you know that every 3 months Stampin’ Up! releases a group of products in our Online Store? These items are called Online Exclusives, not because that is the only way you can order them, but because they aren’t in our Annual or Mini Catalogs.

These products are while supplies last and are a wonderful addition to our catalog products. Why not check them out? I think you’ll love the options they have given us.

Organization – Die Cut Case Inserts

If you like my storage system for the dies here are the Cases that go with this release for you.

  • Encircled in Nature Dies PDF
  • Filled with Love Dies PDF
  • Happy Little Things Dies PDF
  • Latte Love Dies PDF
  • Magnolia Mood Dies PDF
  • Simply Zinna Dies PDF

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code CH3HXFEQ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my Perennial Lavender Card Class!

Want to be the first to get the 2024 Annual Catalog?

I’m working on my 2024 Annual Catalog mailing now and will finalize it March 25th. If you have placed an order with me during the last 3 months, you’ll automatically get a copy.  And of course, if you place an order with me by March 25th you’ll also be included and receive a copy by mail. (Just a note: if you place your orders in my Online Store, please make sure your mailing address is up to date and you’ve chosen me as your demonstrator so your copy can be delivered to your correct address.)

If you haven’t ordered with me recently, you can place an order with me now so you’ll be included in my mailing. Catalogs begin arriving Mid-April. Or if you prefer you can email me ([email protected]) and request a 2024 Annual Catalog. If you are not a customer that shops with me, the Catalog is still FREE, you’ll simply pay the postage. After I receive your email I’ll send you an invoice for the postage to be paid by PayPal.

Sign up for March’s Card Class has begun!

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Make 6 cards with envelopes; (you’ll make 2 each of 3 designs); Cards are clean and simple designs 

 Thursday, March 21st

or 

Saturday, March 23rd

10 am – 12 pm

Class Fee $15 

or free with a minimum order at class 

PDF & Videos (only) just $10 

RSVP by March 13th

When RSVPing for the event simply hold your place with a credit card, cash, or check. The class fee will be applied to your order on the day of the event.

Save the Date for upcoming Classes in 2024 – This LIVE EVENT is held on the Fourth Week of the month 

April 25th and April 27th – (RSVP by 4/17)

May 23rd and May 25th – (RSVP by 5/15)

June 27th and June 29th – (RSVP by 6/19)

RSVP is a must for all events!

[email protected] or call 706-754-7124 

Doors open 5 minutes before class

Click HERE to see my complete Calendar of Events

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Cutest Cow Candy Bar Wrap

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It’s a rainy day in Georgia and with the drop it temperatures its a great day to stay in and craft. So today I’d like to share with you a fun little project that I designed for a friends birthday using the Cutest Cows Bundle (162897).

I love the fact this set has fun little expressions and sentiments too.

I’ve used the Delightfully Eclectic Designer Series Paper (161640) because it had some fun spring time patterns. And for me when I think cow, I think Daisy. LOL can you tell I grew up in the dairy state?

This treat is quick and simple to make. That along with this fun stack of paper with multiple patterns that you can use makes it wonderful for creating a ton of treats for a special day. And it holds your favorite candy bar, I couldn’t resist the Cookies & Cream for this project.

I’ve whipped up a quick tutorial for you and a PDF too. Why not take a few minutes and check it out?

Cutest Cow Candy Bar Wrap Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Sale-a-bration Ends Today!

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Wow, Sale-a-bration has gone by quickly and with all our free products it’s been a blast. I’ve shared tutorials and projects with you over the last couple of months using these items, so if there is something you haven’t gotten yet or wanted to stock up on today is the last day!

Just a reminder that there are 3 ways to enjoy the last 24 hours of Sale-a-bration.

  1. Shop:

You’ll get to choose a FREE Sale-a-bration product with every $50 or $100 you spend in product

2. Host:

Hosting a party is easy! And we can do a Book party, just contact me ([email protected]) for the host code and send it to your friends to place their order before the end of the day. As host we can close your book party tonight or Sale-a-bration ends it’s your choice.

Today ends the bonus of additional $30 in products for FREE when your order or party is $300 or more in product.   That’s in addition to all the Stampin’ Rewards!!!  

Join:

Do you have a long shopping list? This might be the right choice for you! It’s the best kit ever!

AND you have 2 kits to choose from!

Option 1: STAMPIN’ GLASS MAT STUDIO

The Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio is a paper crafter’s dream! The heavy-duty glass mat comes printed with a ruler and grid lines for easy measuring, while the large surface space gives ample room for spreading out while paper crafting. The safety-tempered glass has a heat and scratch resistant surface that wipes clean with the included cloth and water—no chemicals needed. The reusable cloth also cleans ink off your stamps! The nonslip, heat resistant, waterproof silicone mat features four palette squares for mixing custom ink colors or for holding small ink spots in place while crafting. Each component can be used separately or you can use all three items together for a multipurpose paper crafting studio that’s both functional and elegant.

The Stampin’ Glass Mat Studio includes:

GLASS MAT
* 5 mm thick
* 17″ x 14″
* Safety-tempered
* Heat and scratch resistant
* Wipes clean with water or alcohol

SILICONE MAT
* 8-3/8″ x 6″
* Multiuse, nonslip

* Waterproof, heat resistant
* 4 palette squares for custom-color mixing or holding Stampin’ Spots
* Product color: white

CLEANING CLOTH
* 8-1/4″ x 8-1/4″
* Durable, reusable
* Lint free
* Cleans stamps and other surfaces with only water
* Product color: dark gray

Option 2: More Products of your Choice!!!

Get $125 worth of product PLUS an additional $30 worth of product of their choice when they join for $99 kit. That’s a $155 value! 

Get the most awesome Kit in the Catalog!!! – Get the Starter Kit which includes an additional bonus Making Plans Bundle…that’s up to a $225 value!  

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?   And did you know that you can use your Host Benefits towards your Kit when you join?

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!  

Click HERE to JOIN or Click HERE to learn more about the Blue Mountain Stampers 

Got questions? Email me today at [email protected] I’m happy to help!

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

You’re a Rock Star

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If you haven’t seen our Rock & Roll Suite Collection (162710) and have a budding musician or music lover, you’ll want to be sure to check it out. This set is great for all ages, and gives us a great option for teens too.

The Rock & Roll Designer Series Paper (1627036) is done in all black & white so you can add color or use as is and has a retro feel to it. Check out this first card that uses strips of the one pattern as a back drop and another for the sentiment.

The little Adhesive Backed Lightning & Stars (162709) add a quick pop of color and texture.

They come in 3 different colors including white which allows you to customize colors if you want too. This next card uses a different approach with its Glimmer Paper, the Three Color Glimmer Paper (Online Exclusive 162813). This pack has a choice of Highland Heather, Pretty Peacock, or the Petal Pink that was used for this card.

Some texture was added to the back ground with the Basic 3D Embossing Folders (Online Exclusives 1611598) and a bit of sponging in Cherry Cobbler. The fun little Petal Pink gem is from our Petal Pink & Pretty Peacock Foiled Gems (162587) which coordinates wonderfully with this pack of glimmer paper.

So what do you think? Like the glimmer look? or the Retro one? I love the way we can use new products with older ones that we already have. Stampin’ Up! coordination is what drew me to them in the first place.

Yikes, Just 48 Hours Left!

And don’t forget there are new products to choose from too when you place a qualifying order.

Did you know that there are just 48 hours left to get your FREE Sale-a-bration products when you place an order? Or take advantage of the best kit in the catalog? Our starter kit includes our exclusive glass matt or $30 in additional product?

If you’ve ever thought about joining my team and getting a discount on your favorite craft supplies, right now is a fantastic time to join AND you’ll be the first to see and be able to order from the 2024 Annual Catalog too in March!

Want to learn more about my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers? Click HERE to learn more or contact me at [email protected]

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Fun Resist Technique & the Detailed Dogwoods

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The end of Sale-a-bration is coming quickly on Thursday, February 29th

and that means our Free exclusive products will be gone along with the opportunity of joining my Team and getting the exclusive Glass Matt as part of your Kit

So today I thought I’d share a couple more cards with you using the Detailed Dogwood stamp set (Sale-a-bration 162953) and a quick and easy emboss resist technique.

I can remember the first time I saw this technique and it seemed like magic to me. Our image has been stamped in VersaMark and heat embossed with the White Embossing Powder. Additional stamping has been added to the background and then ink has been brushed on top of that. A paper towel is then used to wipe off the ink on the dogwood image. Voila! the image reappears easily since the embossing powder resists any of the ink. So simple but wow! Can you remember seeing a technique that blew you away the first time you saw it? Simple things like this make stamping so much fun!

And these next card uses our lovely Pebbled Path and Fresh Freesia for the color pallet of the next card.

I don’t know about you but I fell in love with Pebbled Path the first time I saw it. Such a great color that is so versatile. The image has been die cut using our Deckled Rectangle Dies (159173) to add a bit of texture. The lovely Pebbled Path 3/8″ Textured Ribbon (161632) and Adhesive Backed Sparkle Gems (161288) add a bit of shine and elegance to the project.

So pretty and here in North Georgia the dogwoods dot our woodlands and landscapes during the spring. A reminder of renewal.

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Another fun Jungle Pals Card Tutorial

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Last week I shared a tutorial for a birthday card using the Sale-a-bration stamp set, Jungle Pals Stamp Set (Sale-a-bration 162950) and as I mentioned I’ll be sharing another with you today!

My daughter’s birthday is coming up and she loves allegators and crocodiles since she was a little girl, so I just this was the perfect set for a her birthday card this year! After all who can resist these fun little animals?

And while she is no longer the child who was dreaming of marrying the crocodile hunter one day, I still get photos of her with the crocks every time she goes to the zoo or aquarium.

Want to see the card?

This card uses the Shaded Spruce from the Regals Collection Designer Series Paper (161642). I’ve teamed it up with the sentiment from the Artistically Inked stamp set (154542) since I like the clean font it used. The Granny Apple Green Stampin Blends (154885) makes the little guy bright and cheerful I thought and was a nice contrast to the Shaded Spruce.

Want to see how I created this card? I’ve got a video tutorial and PDF for you today so you can make one too.

Jungle Pals Card Tutorial PDF

My PDF includes the YouTube link, supply list, measurements and step by step instructions for your connivence. Print it off and you’ll have everything you need in one place.

Enjoy!

Did you know that Sale-a-bration ends in just 3 Days? Yikes, but there is still time to earn FREE products like this stamp set. You’ll want to order or join before the end of Sale-a-bration to take full advantage of this promotion. Click HERE to learn more about joining my team and the extra goodies you’ll get.

Got questions? Email me at [email protected] I’m happy to help.

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Do you want to be one of the first to get a 2024 Annual Catalog?

I’m working on my 2024 Annual Catalog mailing now and will finalize it March 25th. If you have placed an order with me during the last 3 months, you’ll automatically get a copy.  And of course, if you place an order with me by March 25th you’ll also be included and receive a copy by mail. (Just a note: if you place your orders in my Online Store please make sure your mailing address is up to date and you’ve chosen me as your demonstrator so your copy can be delivered to your correct address.)

If you haven’t ordered with me recently, you can place an order with me now so you’ll be included in my mailing. Catalogs begin arriving Mid-April. Or if you prefer you can email me ([email protected]) and request a 2024 Annual Catalog. If you are not a customer that shops with me, the Catalog is still FREE, you’ll simply pay the postage. After I receive your email I’ll send you an invoice for the postage to be paid by PayPal.

Jungle Pals Birthday Card Tutorial

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I immediately fell in love with the cute little animals from the Jungle Pals Stamp Set (Sale-a-bration 162950)

and couldn’t resist creating some bright and bold cards using this Sale-a-bration product. The fact you can also earn the coordinating dies makes it very versatile.

But today’s card is quick and easy since it uses simple stamping.

I’ve used the Subtles Designer Series Paper (161644) and the bold Calypso Coral stripe pattern. Did some simple coloring with my Calypso Coral Stampin’ Blends (154881) and voila! A great birthday card for young and old.

Want to see how I created this card? Check out my video tutorial and the PDF below with a complete supply list, measurements, and step by step directions.

Jungle Pals Birthday Card Tutorial PDF

I’ve also included the YouTube link so if you print it off you have everything you need at your finger tips.

Did you know that Sale-a-bration ends on February 29th? That means there are only 6 more days to take advantage of this fun promotion to earn FREE exclusive Sale-a-bration products and more. Be sure to check out the new products that were added on March 1st too from our Mini and Annual Catalogs!

Enjoy!

And stop back Monday when I’ll be sharing another fun tutorial with you using this stamp set!

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Sale-a-bration’s Heartfelt Hellos

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I love the fact that each year Stampin’ Up! does a two month event where we can earn FREE products. Not only are these products a lot of fun to earn, but they have helped me build my stamping collection over the years. I always love the sentiment sets since I can team them up with other things I already have so the Heartfelt Hellos (Sale-a-bration 162964) was a must have.

And the fact you can use it with our new Heartfelt Hexagon Punch (162888) makes it quick and easy to use too. Check out these two cards made using this set for Mother’s Day.

This first card uses the Sunny Days Designer Series Paper (162974) which has bold cheerful images you can use for all kinds of things including the coordinating Mini Catalog Bundle, Bright Skies.

This next card uses the soft and sweet Flight & Airy Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 162977) and some folding to create this sweet card.

The little Brushed Brass Butterflies (158136) and Flat Adhesive Backed Pearls (160449) add a special touch.

Don’t need a Mother’s Day card? The great thing about a set like this is you can simply swap out the sentiment for one that you need. Meaning you can make one design and use the card for multiple occasions something I find helpful when I’ve got a busy schedule. How about you?

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Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class!

Flight & Airy Note Card Tutorial

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If you love the Sale-a-bration Designer Series Paper, Flight & Airy you’ll enjoy today’s card.

The Flight & Airy Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration 162977) set the color pallet for this soft and feminine note card. And it’s quick and easy to whip up a number of these cards with just one pack of the FREE paper too. I just love the Go To Greetings Stamp set (158763) with it’s lovely flowing script and different size sentiments. It’s a great stamp set to have in your arsenal of basic stamps whether you are new to stamping or a long time stamper sets like this are great.

And another great basic is our Nested Essentials Dies (161597) that I’ve used for this card since it has basic shapes in multiple sizes.

I’ve whipped up a quick video tutorial for you today along with the PDF that has a complete supply list, measurements, and more!

Flight & Airy Note Card Tutorial PDF (updated 5/3/2024)

Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing another soft and lovely card this time using the Stippled Roses stamp set.

CLICK HERE to order your Stampin’ Up! products Online 24/7! (US only)

Shop at my Online Store and use Host Code EVNY7KRZ with a product order of $50 or more and receive a FREE Gift from me; my fun fold Cutest Cow Card Class