Category Archives: Techniques & Tutorials

I’ll Bee Yours Note Card Tutorial

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With spring right around the corner the images in the I’ll Bee Yours Paper Pumpkin Kit are perfect for fun little note cards like this.

I especially love the fact that my Paper Pumpkin kits’ stamp sets can be used over and over again after I finish the kit and help build my crafting supplies easily too. After all if you subscribe to Paper Pumpkin for 12 months, you’ll have a complete year of all occasions stamp sets and at least 12 different colors to stamp with! How great is that?

That makes these kits wonderful gifts for all ages too!

Here is my video tutorial for this project so you can make some too.

Paper Pumpkin January – I’ll Bee Yours Note Card Video Tutorial

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Paper Pumpkin January – I’ll Bee Yours Note Card Tutorial PDF

If you haven’t already tried Paper Pumpkin right now is a wonderful time to join the fun – Not only will you get great projects every month delivered right to your mail box when you purchase a Prepaid Paper Pumpkin subscription during Sale-a-bration you can earn FREE Sale-a-bration products too! And if you live locally you get to craft with me and others during a FREE Paper Pumpkin Craft Time each month.

That’s a great deal. And did you know that February’s kit coordinates with one of our Sale-a-bration stamp sets? But you’ll want to hurry since you’ll need to create your account and sign up by the end of the day Monday, February 10th.

February’s kit will contain the following:

Kit details: Makes nine cards and envelopes

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 Stampin’ Up! colors: Petal Pink, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Rich Razzleberry, Rococo Rose, and Old Olive

And here is some information about the coordinating product

The Lovely Day Paper Pumpkin kit coordinates perfectly with the Happy Birthday to You Stamp Set (item 152308), which is available as part of Stampin’ Up!’s Sale-A-Bration promotion. Customers can get it for FREE by reaching the qualifying purchase amount of $50 by March 31, 2020. See details below.

Happy Birthday to You Stamp Set (item 152308)

  • Includes 5 cling stamps
  • FREE with qualifying purchase of $50 by March 31, 2020
  • Suggested clear blocks: b, e, h
  • Located in the Sale-A-Bration brochure (p. 8)

Got questions? Email me at [email protected]

Subscribe to Paper Pumpkin HERE or purchase a Prepaid Paper Pumpkin Subscription HERE and then create your account HERE

The choice is yours!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: I’ll Bee Yours (January Kit 154232/Kit Refill 153628)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black (132708/133456), Mint Macaron (147106/138331), and So Saffron Classic Ink (147109/105225), and So Saffron Dark Stampin’ Blends (149556)

Paper: Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (144236), Basic Black (121045), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: 1 ” Circle Punch (119868)

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Forever Blossoms Tutorial

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Today’s tutorial is for a card that I made during OnStage, it was one of our make and takes for the event. Done in Pool Party and Petal Pink it creates a lovely soft card for a spring wedding.

I’ve whipped up a quick PDF tutorial for you with step by step instructions so you can make one too.

Forever Blossoms Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!


Supplies:

Stamp Set: Forever Blossoms (*151457)

Ink: Smoky Slate Classic Ink (147113/131159), Petal Pink (147272) and Old Olive Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (144597)

Paper: Parisian Blossoms Specialty Designer Series Paper (151192), Vellum (101856), Pool Party (122924), and Whisper White Card Stock (100730)

Accessories: Champagne Rhinestone Basic Jewels (151193), Petal Pink 1/4″ Metallic Edge Ribbon (151194), and Label Me Fancy Punch (151297)

*Forever Blossoms Bundle (153781)

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Another Little Ladybug Tutorial

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It’s time for another card tutorial! I created this little card for my Team Winter Retreat Shoe Box Swap a couple of weeks ago and set it aside to share with you.

Unfortunately, it got buried on my desk. I tend to set things in a safe place so that I can find them later. And then well, can’t. lol, Do you ever have that problem? Well you’re in luck since today I found the card and I’m sharing this project along with some of the other Shoe Box Swaps that I made too.

Here is a quick video tutorial for you and the PDF with a complete supply list.

Little Ladybug Card Video Tutorial

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Little Ladybug Card Video Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And don’t forget if you love this set as much as I do you can earn it for free! It’s a special host gift during Sale-a-bration. Contact me today so you can get yours!

And here are some of the fun Shoe Box Swaps that I made during the Winter Weekend Retreat. This first card uses three of our lovely Sale-a-bration items the Lily Impressions Designer Series Paper (152284) and the Lovely Lily Pad stamp set (152288) with their coordinating Lily Pad Dies (152315)

This next card uses one of our great masculine choices from the Mini Catalog, Clubhouse (151583) This stamp set is part of our Country Club Suite of Products (153930)

I love how the little tufts of grass and sentiment are placed on the inside panel.

And how about this next card uses products from the Tropical Oasis Suite (153941)? They’ve been teamed up with the free Sale-a-bration Metallic Baker’s Twine & Sequin Pack (152314) that you can earn when you purchase the Timeless Tropical Bundle (153811).

And a fun card uses our Best Dressed Suite (153926), after all who doesn’t love shoes?

And finally this vintage feeling card uses the Very Versailles (149275) and Butterfly Gala (148580) stamp sets found in the Annual Catalog.

Whew. There was a lot of stamping going on during our 8th Annual Winter Weekend Retreat. It’s hard to believe I’ve been holding this event for my team for 8 years already! The time has flown by with a lot of sharing and laughter.

If this sounds like fun to you why not learn more about my team HERE. We love welcoming new stampers. Sale-a-bration is a great time to join with the extra stamp set of your choice, along with the Mini Trimmer and Designer Series Paper Sampler! Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Little Ladybug (Sale-a-bration Bonus Host set 152384)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708), Poppy Parade (147275), Smoky Slate (145058) and So Saffron Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (149557)

Paper: Brights Collection Designer Series Paper (149613), Poppy Parade (119793), So Saffron (105118), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Starburst Punch (143717) and Layering Circle Dies (141705)

Dressed to Impress Shoe Box Swap Tutorial

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As promised today I’ll be sharing the card I designed for the NE GA Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator Shoe Box Swap that I hosted last weekend. I really love the way this card turned out. Lovely Lipstick just seemed to be a perfect choice for this card since I was choosing the lipstick image.

I’ve used the coordinating Best Dressed Designer Series Paper stack for this project since I really like the fact it has both lovely floral patterns on one side and then graphic patterns on the other that play off the stamp set images. Great for all kinds of occasions cards this spring.

I’ve put together a video tutorial for you along with my standard PDF with the complete supply list and step by step how to.

Dressed to Impress Card Video Tutorial

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Dressed to Impress Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And how about some of the other participants cards too?

This first card was created using the From My Heart Suite of products (153931) and is perfect for that someone special.

The lovely From My Heart Specialty Designer Series Paper (151189) has been teamed up with our Heart Doilies (151191) and Form My Heart Faceted Gems (151154). Do you recognize the little hearts? It from the Stitched Be Mine (148527) Dies from the Annual Catalog. One of my favorite things about Stampin’ Up! is the coordination they give us so you can use our new products with ones you already have!

This next card uses our Sale-a-bration stamp set, Thoughtful Blooms (152290) that you can earn for FREE when placing a qualifying order.

It also uses the fun Metallic Baker’s Twine & Sequin Combo Pack (152314) another item in our Sale-a-bration Brochure that’s you’ll have fun using on your projects.

Done in Soft shades it has a wonderful spring feel to it. Don’t you love how the same set can look so different simply by changing your color pallet? I shared an project with you earlier this week HERE using colors from our Regals family. Why not check it out?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dressed to Impress (*151666)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad (132708/133456), Lovely Lipstick (147140/147179), and Mint Macaron Classic Ink (147106/138331)

Paper: Best Dressed Designer Series Paper (151319), Lovely Lipstick (146970), Mint Macaron (138337), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: All Dressed Up Dies (*151665), Stitched So Sweetly Dies (151690), and Lovely Lipstick 1/8″ Grosgrain Ribbon (146952)

*Dressed to Impress Bundle (153832)

Want it all? Get the Best Dressed Suite of Products (153926)

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Heartfelt Treat Box

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Today’s project is one that I made as a little gift for the NE GA Stampin’ Up! Demos recent shoe box swap that I hosted last Saturday.

This event is a new one that I’m hosting for Stampin’ Up! Demonstrators, including those in North and South Carolina who want to participate and are in driving distance. It’s a lot of fun sharing and stamping together.

It holds a some heart shaped chocolate cakes in it made by Little Debbie.

So quick and simple to make and who wouldn’t like a little cake to sweeten their day?

Check out my video below to see just how easy they are to whip up!

Heartfelt Treat Box Video Tutorial

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Heartfelt Treat Box Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing the card I created for the shoe box swap using the Dressed to Impress stamp set.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Heartfelt (*153775)

Inks: Real Red Classic Ink (147084/103287)

Paper: From My Heart Specialty Designer Series Paper (151189), Flirty Flamingo Card stock (141416), and Real Red Card stock (102482)

Accessories: Heart Punch Pack (*151292)

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Something for Everything Note Card Tutorial

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Today’s card was created using the FREE Sale-a-bration stamp set, Thoughtful Blooms and the Something for Everyone set from the December’s Paper Pumpkin Kit. Since the kit contained a sentiment set I thought this image heavy set was a great choice to create a variety of projects with.

Here is the Note Card that I made.

Here is a quick video showing you how I made this card and see how I put it together.

Paper Pumpkin Dec – Something for Everything Note Card Video Tutorial

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Paper Pumpkin Dec 2019 – Something for Everything Note Card Tutorial PDF

I used the Cajun Craze ink spot from the December Kit along with the Shaded Spruce ink spot that came in the November Kit – so all you have to do is add some card stock, to the pack of Note Cards and a couple of versatile accessories. Paper Pumpkin kits are a great way to start building your collection of paper craft products. And each month I share a alternate project with you too, like today’s card so that you can use your stamp set again and again.

Want a sneak peak of the next kit?


February’s Paper Pumpkin kit is coming, and love is in the air! The Lovely Day kit is versatile, elegant, and the perfect way to help celebrate birthdays and other grand occasions.

About the February Kit:

Kit details: Makes nine cards and envelopes

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 Stampin’ Up! colors: Petal Pink, Pool Party, Pretty Peacock, Rich Razzleberry, Rococo Rose, and Old Olive

Coordinating Product

The Lovely Day Paper Pumpkin kit coordinates perfectly with the Happy Birthday to You Stamp Set (Sale-a-bration item 152308). You can get it for FREE by reaching the qualifying order amount of $50 anytime before March 31, 2020.

Happy Birthday to You Stamp Set (Sale-a-bration item 152308)

  • Includes 5 cling stamps
  • FREE with qualifying purchase of $50 by March 31, 2020
  • Suggested clear blocks: b, e, h
  • Located in the Sale-A-Bration brochure (p. 8)

Click HERE to Subscribe month to month with me

Want to earn this stamp set and get great kits? Keep reading and learn how.

Did you know that during Sale-a-bration when you purchase a PrePaid Subscription, you can earn a FREE Sale-a-bration product? It’s a great time to purchase PrePaid Subscriptions, not only will you save a little, but you’ll receive Bonus product now through the end of March. Each year I personally purchase my 12 month Prepaid and get 12 kits for the price of 11 but I get to choose up to 4 Sale-a-bration items!

If you love our all inclusive kits you will also want to check out our new kits being offered in the January-June Mini Catalog HERE, there are some really great choices and they also make wonderful gifts for folks of all ages too.

Got questions? Email me at [email protected] or call me at 706 754-7124 and I’ll be happy to answer them for you so that you can decide what is best for you and your budget.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Something for Everything (December Kit 154062) and Thoughtful Blooms Stamp set (Sale-a-bration 152290)

Inks: Shaded Spruce (147088/147165) and Cajun Craze Classic Ink (147085/119790)

Paper: Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (144236), Shaded Spruce (146981) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Whisper White Baker’s Twine (124262) and Basic Rhinestone Jewels (144220)

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Little Ladybug Thank You Card Tutorial

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The week continues with another tutorial, this time for the Little Ladybug stamp set. The Little Ladybug stamp set is a bonus set that you receive for hosting during Sale-a-bration. And this set is simply adorable!

Want to see the thank you card? If you placed an order with me you’ll receive one of these hand stamped cards from me this month.

This card is done in bright bold colors and it uses our Silhouettes Designer Series Paper from the Annual Catalog along with the fun Basic Black Baker’s Twine from the Mini. This card was quick and easy to make since I used the Ladybug Dies (153588). This set of dies along with others will be available starting February 4th during our Coordination Product Release.

Little Ladybug Thank You Card Video Tutorial

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And of course a printable tutorial with step by step instructions and complete supply list for you.

Little Ladybug Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

What do you think? Would you like one of these sets? Why not contact me today to choose a time that works for you, so you can earn yours yours! Private class, face book party, or book party the choice is yours!

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Little Ladybug (Sale-a-bration Bonus Host set 152384)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708), Poppy Parade (147275), Smoky Slate (145058) and Mango Medley Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (147945)

Paper: See a Silhouette Designer Series Paper (149443), Poppy Parade (119793), Crushed Curry (131199), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Ladybug Dies (153588 available February 4th) and Country Club Twine Combo Pack (152391)

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Lovely Lily Pad Easel Calendar

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It’s a week of tutorials and today I’ll be starting with a project that uses several of our FREE Sale-a-bration products that coordinate together. When I first saw this Sale-a-bration option I knew it was one I wanted to add to my collection and would reach for over and over again! I shared with you my January #imbringingbirthdaysback birthday card I made earlier HERE.

And since I thought it would be a lot of fun to kick the year off with calendars for my stamping friends here is what I came up with.

I’m still in the process of putting them together, but I wanted to share this with you – so if you’re a customer of mine watch for one coming to your mail box soon!

Can you name the set the sentiment is from without looking?

The “Happy Day” sentiment for this project is from one of my favorite sentiment sets, Itty Bitty Greetings. This set holds 32 greetings that cover all kinds of occasions, so it’s a great value and wonderful to team up with your favorite image sets.

Easel fancy folds are perfect for setting this calendar up on your desk and enjoying it though out the year, and with this Lily Impressions Designer Series Paper it’s like looking at a little piece of art.

Want to make one too? I’ve got a video and pdf tutorial for you today.

Lovely Lily Pad Easel Calendar Video Tutorial

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Lovely Lily Pad Easel Calendar Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And then stop by again tomorrow for another project I’ve created along with a free tutorial.

Want to receive my blog posts right to your in box? Why not sign up for my blog feed? CLICK HERE to receive my posts right to your in box. And if you like to receive a tutorial with your class projects, did you know that I include documentation like this with each and ever class I hold? Step by Step instructions and supply lists for the projects you create in class is always handy so that you can create the projects any time you’d like!

Stop by my Calendar of Events and save your spot in my next class today.

Supplies:

Stamp Set:  Lovely Lily Pad (152284) and Itty Bitty Greetings (151331)

Inks: Blackberry Bliss (147092/133648), Flirty Flamingo (147052/141402), Granny Apple Green (147095/147163), and Garden Green Classic Ink (147089/102059)

Paper: Lily Impressions Designer Series Paper (152284), Granny Apple Green (146990), Blackberry Bliss (133675), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories:  Lily Pad Dies (152315), Noble Peacock Basic Jewels (149494), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107/150006)

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#imbringingbirthdaysback with Sale-a-bration’s Lovely Lily Pad

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Have you seen the Sale-a-bration Brochure? If you have I’m sure you have seen the Lovely Lily Pad stamp set. It drew my eye immediately and with it’s coordinating products it’s a have to have.

This project uses several of our Sale-a-bration products and I had a lot of fun creating it. I’ve made a quick video tutorial for you along with a PDF too. Why not take a look and leave me a comment to let me know what you think?

#imbringingbirthdaysback January Lovely Lily Pad Birthday Card Video Tutorial

#imbringingbirthdaysback January – Lovely Lily Pad Card Tutorial PDF

Did you know when you host a private class with me or place a qualifying order you can earn this set for FREE? And during Sale-a-bration you can earn an exclusive stamp set with a qualifying party too! Why not contact me today and set up a time together with your friends to stamp? A in person or virtual class on face book – the choice is yours!

Whew! it’s been a busy month already and I’ve got lot’s to share with you, so why not stop back by tomorrow when I’ll share some projects from my team meeting last week?

And remember if you’d like a birthday card from me during 2020 – you’ll want to send me an email with your name, address and birthday so I can mail you one! It’s a new year and a new start, so I’m starting a new list!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Lovely Lily Pad (152284) and Sending You Thoughts (152297)

Inks: Bermuda Bay Classic Ink (147096/131156) and VersaMark Ink (102283/102193)

Paper: Lily Impressions Designer Series Paper (152284), Garden Green (102584), Bermuda Bay (131197), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Lily Pad Dies (152315), White Embossing Powder (109132), Heat Tool (129053), Embossing Buddy (103083), Holiday Rhinestones Basic Jewels (150457), Take Your Pick Tool (144107/150006), and Simply Shammy (147042)

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Dressed to Impress & My Technique Book

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Yesterday I shared a fun card that I made with you inspired by a demonstration at OnStage. (You can see my post HERE sharing videos and PDF for this project.)

Today I wanted to share my Technique Book with you.

When I started stamping I kept every card I made that used a technique so that I could remember how I created it. Not exactly the point of making a card, right? We should be sending them out!

So, this book is designed as a companion to my Classes and Team Training. It uses our Memories & More 6″ x 8″ Album and pages so it allows you to keep a little sample of the technique along with step by step instructions for that technique all in one handy place – So you can reach for them easily! Now I send those cards instead of hanging on to them and you can too!

Here is the Reverse Die Cutting Technique Page and assembly instructions PDF for this project, so you can see how it looks and give it a try.

Reverse Die Cutting Technique Book PDF

Reverse Die Cutting Technique Instructions PDF

I’m BIG on instructions so I include them with every Class I do, whether it is a LIVE event or KIT to GO Class. And with your first Class/and order album and page order I send you a PDF with the cover labels so you can decorate your Technique Album as desired using your favorite technique.

Enjoy!

Stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing my organizational items for the NEW Mini Catalog!

Supplies:

Paper: Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Basic Black 6″ x 8″ Album (144203) and Variety Pack 6″ x 8″ Photo Pocket Pages (144205)

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Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to contact you (If you chose no contact in the past you’ll need to call 1-800-Stamp Up to have them change your profile for you.)