Botanical Invitations

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

I always do a celebration for those that qualify for my FREE Event during Sale-a-bration and so today I thought I would share the invitations that I made for everyone along with a PDF tutorial for you.

This card uses a couple of the items on our Retirement list that I’m sad to see go specifically the wonderful Gorgeous Grunge (130514/130517) which is wonderful for collage or creating backgrounds with interest and the Botanical Builder Framelits Dies (140625) since they have these wonderful pop up areas to the flowers that create wonderful 3d effects.

Here is the tutorial that I’ve created for you – so you can make some too!

Botanical Builder Celebrate Card PDF Tutorial (printable)

And I’ve given you a complete supply list below.

Want to see another card using this bundle of products? Here is a wonderful swap I received from Susan using the Botanical Blooms Bundle.

She used the Wetlands stamp set (126995/126697) sentiment and the Bloomin’ Hearts Thinlits Die (140621) when making this easel card.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Balloon Adventures (142823), Hardwood Background Stamp (133032/133035), and Gorgeous Grunge (130514/130517)

Inks: Sahara Sand Classic Ink (126976) and Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: Wild Wasabi (108641), Basic Black (121045), Sahara Sand (121043), Wisteria Wonder (122922), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Botanical Builder Framelits Dies (140625)

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Foxy Friends Thank You’s

Posted on April 19, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is one that I created for my April Thank You’s. It was inspired by my team mate Cindy’s card that she brought for our swap at our monthly meeting.

I love the way she created multiple cards using the 6×6 stack of A Little Foxy Designer Series Paper (141637) which is perfect for making lots of cards. So I set to work making some too but I changed it up a little bit – This is called casing or CASE (Copy and Share Everything). After all you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. LOL!

I ended making two different designs since I couldn’t decide which I liked best.

And I made a bunch of them for April’s Thank You’s!

Want to make some of your own? Well – how about a PDF tutorial to make things easy?

Foxy Friends Thank You’s PDF Tutorial (printable)

How about you which do you like the best? The one with the Classic Label Punch or the one without? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Foxy Friends (141549) and Thoughtful Banners (141614)

Inks: Calypso Coral Classic Ink (126983) and Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: A Little Foxy Designer Series Paper Stack (141637), Calypso Coral (122925), Pool Party (12924) and Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: Fox Builder Punch (141470), Classic Label Punch (141491), Layering Circles Framelits Dies (141705) and Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies (145372)

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Everyday Hero & tons more!

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Recently I was able to get together with my Kathleen and her team for some stamping fun and so I thought I’d share some of the project that we made together along with some of the swaps we did.

The first card I’m sharing with you is a swap from Maria using the Everyday Hero stamp set (143080). Maria used our Watercolor Pencils to color this adorable super hero and the Gold Wink of Stella (141898) to color win the WOW so it sparkles.

More swapping fun included cards from Lorraine and Susan using the Dragonfly Dreams Bundle of products (144728).

If you haven’t already gotten this bundle it’s a great one! Lots of fantastic ideas are out there – the options are endless!

And of course who doesn’t love the Beautiful You stamp set 143004/143637) that Teresa used for her card.

And Linda who is new to the team used the Layering Love stamp set (141962/141965) along with the Blooms & Bliss Designer Series Paper (141654) to create this soft lovely card.

She used the Decorative Label Punch (120907) for the end of the banner in a different way – She slipped the card stock into the punch and through the hole so that she only cut one end of the card stock – cool, right?

I just love the versatility of punches!

And finally some of our Make n Takes that I stamped. First this cute little 3d boat made using the Window Box Thinlits Die (142762). Wouldn’t these be great done in red, white and blue for Memorial Day?

And a card using using the Window Shopping Bundle (144742/144743) which includes the same Thinlits, but using it in a different way.

And I love this Suite of products – the Urban District found on page 47 of the Occasions Catalog contains some wonderful coordinating products that include two stamp sets, Designer Series Paper and embellishments! Wow – great for the guys in our lives and so many other uses too.

And finally a Sale-a-bration project using the So Very Much stamp set (143340/143343) that you can earn for free until March 31st.

I loved this emboss resist technique using the 2016 In Colors so much that I’m sending this card out this month to say thank you when you place an order!

Whew! what did I tell you lots of sharing and inspiring going on. Stamping with my fellow demonstrators is one of the things I enjoy most – it’s a time to gather, learn and inspire each other. And I’ve made some wonderful friendships in my stamping journey because I’m part of the community of Stampin’ Up! demonstrators.

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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 activity 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!

Hobbyists are welcome!

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Avant Garden

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

There are just 8 short days left before Sale-a-bration ends! So you’ll want to check out these lovely cards made with the Avant Garden stamp set (Sale-a-bration 143272)

This first card I made for my February thank yous. (Everyone who places an order with me gets a thank you card in the mail.)

I’m including a PDF HERE with measurements for this card for you so you can create them too!

And here is a lovely tone on tone card that Lorrie gave me. I love the way she used the Delicate Details set (Sale-a-bration 143314) to add interest and a little bit of bling with the Blushing Bride Sequin Trim (138400).

It’s quite striking in person, but so easy too since it is a monochromatic card! Great for the beginning stamper and experienced one too.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Avant Garden (Sale-a-bration 143272)

Inks: Chocolate Chip Classic Ink (126979)

Paper: Neutrals Collection Designer Series Paper Stack (138435), Chocolate Chip (102128), Watermelon Wonder (138334), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: 2015 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers (138333) and Whisper White Solid Baker’s Twine (124262)

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Shooting Star Slider Card Video Tutorial

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Do you like movement cards? They can be a lot of fun but they used to be a lot of work before Stampin’ Up! introduced the Shooting Star Bundle of products. Now it’s a snap!

Here is a fun card I made using the Shooting Star Bundle. And while this bundle is coordinated to work together you can make all kinds of cards with it, the sky is the limit – Just pick your favorite stamp!

Want to see just how quick and easy this slider card is to make? Why not check out my Getting Started Video below?

Getting Started with Slider Cards Video Tutorial

This card was part of my monthly Team Meeting in which we learned how to create these fun and easy cards. If that sounds like fun to you – Why not check out what all the benefits of joining are HERE.

My team, The Blue Mountain Stampers is very active and we have a lot of fun together too! Don’t live locally? No problem there is always a Team to Go option each month with tutorials, videos and pdfs too.

Got questions? Contact me today and I’ll be happy to tell you about the benefits of joining now during Sale-a-bration.

Supplies:

Stamp sets: Shooting Star (141616/141619*)

Ink: Marina Mist Classic Ink (126962), Emerald Envy Classic Ink (141396), and Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: Playful Palette Designer Series Paper (141657), Peekaboo Peach Card stock (141417), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Sliding Star Framelits Dies (*141820), 1″ Circle Punch (119868), 2016-2018 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers (141393), Blender Pen (102845), and Clear Wink of Stella (141897), Stampin’ Dimensionals (104430), and Foam Adhesive Strips (138995)

*Shooting Star Bundle 142349/142350)

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Mini Coffee Cup Easter Treats & Video Tutorial

Posted on March 7, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

I held my team day of papering a couple of weeks ago and wanted to share the cute little Easter treat that I made for everyone.

These little mini coffee cups were quick and easy to make – and of course I filled them with chocolate so they were well received LOL!

Want to learn how I made the little rabbit? Well I’ve done a quick video tutorial for you so you can make them too!!!

Cookie Cutter Rabbits Video Tutorial

If you live locally and want some, I do have some mini coffee cups on hand. Just let me know.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Cookie Cutter Christmas (142043)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931) and Pink Pirouette (126956)

Paper: 2015-2017 Envelope Paper (141697), Pink Pirouette (111351), Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Cookie Cutter Builder Punch (140396) and Basic Black Stampin’ Write Markers (100082)

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Hey, Chick!

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

I loved this quirky little set the minutes I set eyes on it – after all who doesn’t like chickens? So today I wanted to share this fun card that Jackie gave me in my recent swap.

Every time I look at it it makes me smile – how about you? Who could resist this fun little chick peeking out from the picket fence.

I thought you might enjoy learning how to make these quick and easy picket fences so you can make this little card too – so today’s video tutorial shows you just that!

Quick & Easy Picket Fences Video Tutorial:

What did I tell you – these are soooo easy to make! And Jackie simply cut a slit with her personal trimmer in the fence to tuck her chick into.

I’ve given you the supply list below in case you wanted to know the other supplies too.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Hardwood Background (133032/133035) and Hey, Chick (FREE Sale-a-bration Item #143328/143331)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (104931) and Early Espresso Classic Ink (119686)

Paper: Delightful Dijon (138338), Early Espresso (126974), Crumb Cake (126975), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Medium Star Punch (138293), Watercolor Pencils (141709), Blender Pen (102845), Metallic Enamel Shapes (141678), Linen thread (104199), Tags & Labels Framelits (138282), and Stampin’ Sponges (141337)

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Dragonfly Dreams & Upcoming Classes

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Dragonfly Dreams has been one of the most popular bundles in the Occasions Catalog. And when you see the lovely cards it can make you’ll know why.

This card uses a wonderful watercolor wash background created with our reinkers and Aqua Painter. The simplicity of this card is just wonderful I think.And I fell in love with this background as soon as I saw it – teals and water colored tones are some of my favorite colors so I was thrill when Cara shared with me how she made this background on her swap. If you would like to see how to create this background too I’ve made a quick video for you.

How to Create a Water Color Wash Background

I’ve also included a supply list for this card at the end of this post.

Love this bundle? Why not check out my Dragonfly Dreams Class below. Not only does the class include this bundle of products, you’ll also get to make 3 wonderful projects; including a technique and fancy fold to get you started. Why not sign up today?

Upcoming Classes

Card Class – February 23rd 10-12 pm or 6-8:30 pm

Paper Pumpkin Craft Time – February 28th 10 am – 12pm

Caring with Cards – Clarkesville Library February 21st 2 – 3 pm

FREE event – come make a difference in some one’s life. Cards are donated to Holiday for Heroes and Ronald McDonald House

Dragonfly Dreams Class: Saturday, March 11^th 1 – 3:30 pm Class Fee $66

Class includes stamp set, Thinlits and Inside the Lines Designer Series Paper

RSVP and prepay by Wednesday, February 22^nd

For more information on my classes CLICK HERE to see my Calendar of Events

And of course if you’ve ever thought about getting a discount on your Stampin’ Up! products, Sale-a-bration is a great time to join! Why not see what being a Demonstrator is all about and join the fun! Contact me for more information about my Blue Mountain Stampers Team Meeting- February 7th 1 – 3:30 pm

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Dragonfly Dreams (142924)

Inks: Night of Navy Classic Ink (100867)

Paper: Shimmery White (101910), Bermuda Bay (131197), Night of Navy (100867), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Detailed Dragonfly Thinlits Dies (142749), Bermuda Bay (131156), Island Indigo (122932),and Dapper Denim Reinkers (141399), Aqua Painters (103954), and Pearls Basic Jewels (119247)

*Dragonfly Dreams Bundle (144728)

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Sealed with Love Post it Note & Pen Holder Tutorial

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

You know me, when I ran across the cutest post it note pad for Valentine’s Day I couldn’t resist making a little treat with it! And since it made me immediately think of the new Sealed with Love stamp set, that is what I grabbed during my recent Team Retreat to create with.

Here is what I came up with.

So what do you think? Cute?

And I love that this little post it note holder holds these cute little pens I found at Staples. I know you want to see how I made them, so here you go my latest tutorial.

Sealed with Love Post it Note & Pen Holder Video Tutorial

So what do you think? Quick and easy? I’ve given you the supply list below so you can make some too!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Sealed with Love (142815)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: Sending Love Designer Series Paper Stack (142733), Real Red (102482) and Pool Party Card stock (122924)

Accessories: Love Notes Framelits Dies (142752), Tear & Tape (138995) and Fine Tip Glue Pen (138309)

*Sealed with Love Bundle (144705)

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Double Case Storage Tip & More!

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Do you have a hard time keeping those double case stamp sets together? Don’t like keeping track of the rubber band that come with double case sets? I know mine always get lost on in my crafting space.

We’ll if you want a quick and simple tip for keeping those cases together wait no more! My friend Lorraine shared this easy trick with me and I thought it was so great I wanted to share it with you right away! (Yes, I know – this is one of those videos I found cleaning up my computer. LOL!)

Check out my video tutorial below – it’s quick and easy!