Did I say darling? Yes! This stamp set is just too cut and I couldn’t wait to ink it up and put it to paper when I first saw it.
Today’s card was one that I cased from the Sale-a-bration brochure. Do you ever do that? I love the fact that our catalogs have such great ideas that we can copy and share! I used this cute little card for my Team OnStage After Party last November, so today I thought I’d share it with you so you can make some too.
I’ve whipped up a quick tutorial with a complete supply list and video too! Why not check it out?
Whew! What did I tell you too darling right? If you love this card you can order the supplies I’ve used and earn the stamp set for FREE! That’s right, free. When you place any qualifying order during January and February you can choose a FREE item from our Sale-a-bration Brochure. But you’ll want to hurry since you only have 2 months to earn all the fantastic free goodies in the brochure instead of the normal 3 months we’ve had in the past.
Got questions? I’m here to help simply call or email me. I’m always happy to help!
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
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.
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.
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!
Whew! The week is flying by and tonight starts the Stampin’ Up! OnStage@Home event. I’m excited about this opportunity to gather with my fellow demonstrators from around the world. It’s sure to be a jam packed 3 days as always and while it is not a live event in Salt Lake as planned originally I’m just happy that I’m able to participate this way from home. Stampin’ Up! never disappoints at these events.
I didn’t want to spoil the surprise earlier this week, but by now everyone should have received their little goodies in the mail. So….. today I thought I’d share with you a fun project that I made as a gift for my team members that will be joining me for the OnStage@Home event. I just love the Quite Curvy Bundle so I started there.
I just couldn’t resist these sweet little birds and the fact that the sentiments curve along the die cut edges! So want to see what I made?
Here you go this soft and sweet note pad holders
I’m really pleased with the way they turned out and I had some sticky notes and flags that I thought went perfectly with this project too!
So what do you think? Want to learn how to make your own? While you may not have the same little flags and sticky notes I’m sure you can find some similar sized for your projects. Or how about a sticky note and mini calendar? The options are endless and I find that one of the fun things about creating a gift like this.
I’ve put together a video tutorial for you. It’s a bit longer than my normal videos, but it shows you the how to from start to finish. And as always I’ve given you a printable PDF with a complete supply list and step by step instructions.
Quite Curvy Note Pad Holder Video Tutorial
I’ve also got this great tip for cutting out your stamped images with our dies. Do you ever miss cut? I really hate that and this quick little tip REALLY helps!
How to Cut Die Cut Images Consistently Video Tutorial
So what do you think? Helpful? Why not give it a try and then leave a comment to let me know if you like doing it this way. Either way I hope this little tip helps you with your crafting too!
And now without further delay here is that printable PDF I told you about with the complete supply list.
To go along with the note book I created a little treat bag to celebrate the event using our fun 3×9 Gusseted Cellophane Bags (151312) filled with a variety of items.
After all who doesn’t appreciate a little treat bag too?
Enjoy!
Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some more OnStage@Home fun with you!
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What fun it was using this new stamp set to create this card. This NEW Quite Curvy Variety Bundle (158396) has so many options too! I just love it’s curves and images that tuck right into them.
I’ve whipped up a quick card to share with you today using the Curvy Christmas stamp set along with the Curvy Die Case Insert for your organizational needs too. So you’ll want to read all the way to the bottom.
The Classic Christmas Designer Series Paper in this stack only uses 3 colors Cherry Cobbler, Sahara Sand, and Shaded Spruce so it makes it a great option for beginner stamps since you the 3 ink colors will give you all kinds of options for the holidays. AND the stack has 4 great patterns in all the colors making it easy to create a bunch of cards too.
Want to see how I made this card? I’ve put together a video and pdf for you today
AND if you want a case insert to put these dies into that matches your stamp set and other die case, you’re in luck while this die set will be available in the 2021 January – June Mini Catalog I’ve got one for you today so you don’t have to wait!
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Yesterday I shared the Home Decor project that we made at the Peak Princess event this past weekend, today I thought I’d share the little treat item that I made.
They are filled with these fun fall Hershey’s Kisses that I found locally.
I just love the colors of the candy – yes, I do shop for candy that way. (My daughter thinks this is a pretty crazy way to shop for chocolate, but she is always on the hunt for me too!)
These treats were quick and easy to make for everyone. I have whipped up a quick video so you can make some to if you’d like.
Beautiful Autumn Tiny Treat Box Video Tutorial
And of course it’s always fun to have a PDF that contains a complete supply list for projects. So here it is.
I also mentioned I’d share some more photos so here are a couple from the classroom.
This last picture is of the Sweet Potato Crostini I made for the event. The marshmallows spent a bit too much time under the broiler I’m afraid. Don’t you hate that? But they were still quite tasty.
They were a big hit with my guys so I thought you might enjoy the recipe – they are light, tasty and easy to do.
Sweet Potato Crostini
2 T. sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
24 slices 1/4″ thick French bread baguette
2 to 3 T butter, melted
Topping:
2 c. mashed sweet potatoes
1/4 c. chopped pecans
3 T. packed brown sugar
2 T. butter, melted
1 1/4 c. miniature marshmallows, halved
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix sugar and cinnamon. Arrange bread sliced ona baking sheet. Brush with butter; sprinkle with sugar mixture. Bake until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes. Remove from oven; preheat broiler.
Mix sweet potatoes, pecans, brown sugar, and butter; spread over toasts. Top with marshmallows, pressing lightly. Broil 3-4 inches from heat until marshmallows are lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes.
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This past weekend I gathered with my Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers for a special biannual event. This event allows us to gather and celebrate everyone’s accomplishments over the last 6 months. We have a special project, along with prizes, and appetizers. So today I thought I’d share our project that we made.
This project was a lot of fun to make and everyone’s turned out differently since they could decide on which patterns they wanted to use. Here is mine.
I really love the colors and patterns of the Gilded Autumn Suite of Products and so I couldn’t resist making a home décor item with them. I also really love the way the little swirls of copper ribbon finish off this project. They are so easy to make – I bet you are wondering how I made them too!
You’ll need a wooden skewer or dowel along with your heat tool and Heavy Spray Starch. Yep, that’s it! You’ll also need a bit of patience as you make them since it does require some dry time tho. I’m not sure how they would hold up outside, but since I’m planning on using this project inside my home I wasn’t worried about our heavy Georgia humidity of late.
Want to see how we made them? Here is a video for you.
Gilded Autumn Pumpkin Home Decor Project Video Tutorial
Gilded Autumn Pumpkin Home Decor Project Tutorial PDF
I’ve also included a link for the pumpkins and PDF pattern on this Tutorial for you.
Want to make some of these too? Here is the information on the wooded pumpkins for you that I found on Amazon along with a PDF pattern for this pumpkin.
I really love these gatherings we have a lot of fun together and it’s a great time to share what’s been happening in our lives, and relax too. Here are a couple of pictures for you of some of the finished projects.
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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
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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!
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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).
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Not only will you receive 2 additional Stamp Sets in your kit and card kits to make things with you’ll also get to choose $125 in product too! AND Shipping is free! That’s almost $200 in product for just $99 plus tax!!!
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The 4th of July is this weekend and we have a couple of family birthdays coming up so I reached for the Blossoms in Bloom stamp set and my Stamparatus. I really like this stamp set with it’s bold watercolor feeling images. The set has some great all occasions sentiments in addition to the birthday one I used for this project and since it is 2 step gives me a lot of great options.
Check out this card using the set that I’ve done in red, white and blue so it have a patriotic feel to it.
I love the way it turned out. The fact that this set is a Distinktive set make it soooo easy to create this wonderful card. Check out this quick video I made for you.
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Need a get well card that is bright and cheerful? How about this one using the new 2020-2020 In Color, Magenta Madness – it’s a color that makes you smile when you see it! I teamed this color up with our So Sentimental Bundle (151691) to create a quick and easy card for you today.
Why not take a peek at my video tutorial and see what you think?
Magenta Madness Get Well Card Video Tutorial
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And of course, another PDF with measurements and a complete supply list for your crafting pleasure.
If you enjoy my video tutorials and PDFs, did you know you can choose one of my Online Card Classes or Specialty Zoom Classes this summer? Yep, you can find the stamp sets that I’ll be focusing on in my Calendar of Events along with details too. Zany Zebras is my first class that is available, but you’ll want to hurry since RSVP ends on June 19th. Click HERE to see more details that I shared earlier this week.
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Today’s card is made with our In Good Taste Suite of products – as soon as I saw this suite I knew it would be one I’d reach for again and again. Not only does the stamp set have some great sentiments in a lovely font, it also has some wonderful collage type stamps which I’m always looking for to build layers of texture and interest on a card.
And the Dies! What can I say…. I love basic shapes that I can use with multiple stamp sets and this set is fantastic with their stitched edges and embossed details.
Today’s card is quick and easy since it uses the In Good Taste Designer Series Paper as a back drop. I love paper like this that has texture and versatility making it great for masculine cards too.
I’m thinking the Bumblebee and wood give this card a rather country feel to it. What do you think? Gingham always reminds me of my childhood summers, so I’m excited to have a couple of gingham options in this catalog.
Here is a quick video for you along with a PDF that includes a supply list and measurements too.
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