Sealed with Love Post it Note & Pen Holder Tutorial

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!

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!

How cool is that? All you need to get organized is some clear packing tape and your set!

 

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Ferrero Rocher Treat Holder Video Tutorial

Do you ever loose things on your computer? Frustrating, right? Good news since I’ve been having some computer issues lately (I’m hoping I’ve got most of them solved now.) I have found a couple of things that I didn’t share with you earlier. Yikes!

Here is the first project that I did a video for. It’s a great little treat holder that holds a yummy Ferrero Rocher candy.

Want to see how it is made? Check out this quick video tutorial.

Ferrero Rocher Treat Holder

So what do you think? Why not leave me a comment and let me know?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Thoughtful Banners (141614)

Inks: Emerald Envy (141396) and Peekaboo Peach Classic Ink (141398)

Paper: Playful Palette Designer Series Paper Stack (141657), Emerald Envy (141415) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Duet Banner Punch (141483), Scalloped Tag Topper Punch (133324) and Peekaboo Peach 3/8″ Ruched Ribbon (141427)

 

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Frosted Medallions

This set’s images are beautiful and are perfect for winter cards. And oddly enough the largest image also reminds me of Scandinavian designs from my childhood. And as a few stamping friends mentioned  it reminds them of Pennsylvania Dutch and even Russian images. So there are lots of possibilities when designing cards with this set!

Here is a card I made using a sponging technique. I love the way it turned out – soft and lovely!

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I simply inked up my image in the Soft Sky and then touched my Sponge Dauber to areas with the Sweet Sugarplum ink. Pure magic!

Or how about this card I created for my Christmas Card class? I just love the quick and easy torn edge that adds a lot of texture.

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And here is a lovely card I received from Dawn using Copper Embossing Powder on White Vellum.

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Did you know that this set is currently on sale for 20% OFF? Well this and other wonderful items are part of our Online Extravaganza – so why not check them all out?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Frosted Medallions (142186/142189)

Inks: Soft Sky (131181) and Sweet Sugarplum (141395)

Paper: Soft Sky (131203), Sweet Sugarplum (141418) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Basic Rhinestone Jewels (119246)

 

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**For everyone who places an order (at least $25 in product) through my store you will receive 5 homemade cards in the mail!  If your order is over $50 in product then I will DOUBLE that and you will get 10 cards and an embellishment of your choice in the mail! You can choose from a package of Pearls, Rhinestones or White Perfect Accents. If you don’t email me your choice I’ll choose one for you.
(I will mail your items to you the first week of December)

It’s my way of saying thank you for choosing me as your Demonstrator!!!

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Acorny Thank You Table Treat

Want to dress up your Thanksgiving Day table with a little something special? Why not whip up some of these cute little table treats using the Acorny Thank You stamp set?

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I’ve made a quick little video to share with you

Acorny Thank You Table Treat Video Tutorial

Warning: these little treats can be so much fun to make you won’t want to stop!

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: Acorny Thank You (139718)

Inks: Cajun Craze (126965), Tangerine Tango (126946) and Soft Suede Classic Ink (126978)

Paper: Cherry Cobbler (119685), Soft Suede (115318) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Leaflets Framelits Dies (138283), Acorn Builder Punch (139681) and Simply Scored Scoring Tool (122334)

 

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Fun & Flirty Flip Flops

What says summer more than a new pair of flip flops? Today’s card uses our fun bold Designer Series Paper, Festive Birthday to create these fun cactus flip flops.

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I’ve had several of you ask me how I created these when you saw my shoe box card HERE.

So I thought I’ve put together a video tutorial on how they are made. And I included some tips to make things easier.

Want the pattern? Well I’ve made one up just for you!

Flip Flop Pattern Printable PDF

So, what kind of flip flops do you like? Plain, bright and colorful, or wild patterns? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.

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What’s Happening Here?

On a personal note I thought I’d share with you what is happening with all this wood my son, Johnathan and I  brought home on June 20th. (Click HERE to see that post).

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I’m excited to say my guys are making great progress on the project… my classroom!

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Johnathan is always happy playing with his “toys” in the garage. (He built his garage cabinetry that you see in the background over his winter break.)

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Over the weekend they finished the 12 x 12 paper storage unit.

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and the base cabinet too! Wow that was fast!!!

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I can’t tell you how excited I am to get painting! And you know how I dislike painting. LOL!!!

Right now, I’m trying to decide a new paint color for the classroom walls. After all, with this great cabinetry going in I need a new coat of paint, right?

I’ve got it narrowed down to two choices at this point.

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A more bold one and a safe one. I’m trying to decide how crazy I want to be LOL!!! Pool Party or Sahara Sand ???? Hmmm…. what do you think? I’ve changed my mind so many times already, but these are the two I keep coming back to since I love the Island Indigo display item I already have.

What color would you choose?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Seaside Shore (141622/141625)

Inks: Melon Mambo (115320), Crumb Cake (126975), and Soft Suede Classic Ink (126978)

Paper: Festive Birthday Designer Series Paper (141630), Melon Mambo (126948), Emerald Envy (141415), Crumb Cake (120953), Soft Sky (131203) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Seaside Embossing Folder (141481), Melon Mambo tick Baker’s Twine (141689), Blossom Bunch Punch (140612) and Regal Enamel Shapes (141681)

 

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6 Weeks of Sale-a-bration & NEW Weekly Deals!

Can you believe it’s February 2nd already! Oh, my while I’m waiting to hear what’s happening with General Lee, our local ground hog I thought I would share with you my upcoming Weeks Weeks of  Sale-a-bration Newsletter-

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I love this time of year! Sale-a-bration is a lot of fun with all the FREE product choices we have. And I love making cards with my FREE Sale-a-bration products and now you can too! Why not join me and have fun making Sale-a-bration cards?

Starting Tuesday, February 9th….Those of you who are on my Newsletter Mailing List will receive my 6 Weeks of Sale-a-bration Newsletter email once a week for 6 weeks.

Each of these 6 exclusive newsletters will contain a special exclusive project with instructions to make them. Remember, I will not be sharing the 6 Weeks of Sale-a-bration projects on my blog. (These are exclusive projects that only my Newsletter subscribers shall receive – It’s my way of saying thank you to you for choosing me as your Demonstrator on your paper crafting journey!)

To join in all the fun – just sign up for my Newsletter mailing list. You’ll find the sign up box for my 6 Weeks of Sale-a-bration design in the upper right hand corner of my blog. Or you can click HERE.

NEW WEEKLY DEALS

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Why not consider adding to your Framelits Die Collection? Did you get the stamp set with out the die? Check out these great projects made with some of our Weekly Deals!

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Our cute and easy Mini Treat Bag Thinlits Dies

Mini Treat Bag Blue Mountain Stampers Winter Weekend Shoebox swap

Hey Valentine Mini Treat Bag

Love punches? The Decorative Label Punch is a must have then.

Sky is the Limit Occasions Sneak Peek Event 2016A Little Something 2015 Holiday Catalog Swap

Crazy About You is a wonderful set filled with all kinds of sentiments – It also has 2 coordinating punches! And at this price who can resist adding it to their collection!

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And of course our Gold 1/8″ Taffeta Ribbon adds a touch of class to any project! You can see these items along with other products in my Online Store, simply click on the link below.

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Blue Mountain Day Retreat – Spring 2016

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Blue Mountain Day Retreat – Spring 2016

Are you ready to get away from it all? Dust off those winter time blues and get a taste of spring? Why not leave behind the kids, cooking, cleaning and laundry for the day? Or even a few hours? The choice is yours!

Join us for a full day of fellowship and fun. Bring whatever creative projects you would like to work on. You will have table space set up for the whole day– stamp, scrap, Project Life, Paper Pumpkin kits, jewelry, knitting, or whatever you’d like. The choice is yours!

Jini’s Classroom: Saturday, March 5th

What you get:

  • Craft time from Saturday 9 am to 9 pm
  • Your own 6 foot table
  • Make & Takes
  • Goody bag with Make & Take supplies and extras
  • Access to all of my non-consumables – Big Shot, dies, embossing folders, stamps, punches
  • Lunch & Dinner Saturday, plus snacks, water and coffee
  • Other fun surprises throughout the day
  • Use of a full kitchen, not that you will need it.

Cost: $59

Spots are LIMITED – I’m only opening this event up to 8 people. So reserve your spot today!

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Botanical Blooms & Wine Charm Tutorial

I love these new Botanical Builder Framelit Dies that are part of the Botanical Gardens Suite of products found on pages 26 & 27 of the Occasions Catalog. They are alot of fun to work with and the fact that they “pop out” to give the flowers a more 3d look is cool.

Here is a card that I made with the Botanical Blooms Bundle (140819).

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Isn’t it fun that the Botanical Gardens Designer Series Paper (140583) can be stamped on with the Botanical Blooms stamp set (140757)? Add more detail quickly and easily with the Photopolymer stamps to add even more color and texture to your paper like I did on this card. Can you see where I stamped?

And don’t forget to decorate the inside too!

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Great news! When you purchase the Botanical Blooms Bundle you’ll get a FREE Sale-a-bration item too!!!

Botanical Bloom Wine Charm Video Tutorial

The other day I shared with you some cute little wine charms I made using the Botanical Blooms Bundle (140819) for my Team’s Winter Retreat. (You can click HERE to see that post.)

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The charms were a hit with my team – so today I bring you a quick Video Tutorial for the wine charms.

**Please keep in mind while the Basic Black Archival Ink Pad is a permanent ink, but our Refills are water based. If you want this charm to be water proof you’ll need to spray a  sealer on them or use permanent markers. While they are not water proof we had no problem with the charms when we used them repeatedly.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Botanical Blooms (140757)

Inks: Delightful Dijon (138327), Cajun Craze (126965), Mossy Meadow Classic Ink (133645)

Paper: Botanical Gardens Designer Series Paper (140583), Delightful Dijon (138338), Mossy Meadow (133676), Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: Botanical Builder Framelits Dies (140625)

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Weekly Deals (Special ends Monday, January 25th, 2016 at 11:50 p.m. (MT)

Love Blossom Domed Treat Box

A New Catalog is a lot of fun – and of course when it’s Sale-a-bration, it’s even more fun! So to start the New Year off with a bang I held my NEW Catalog Sneak Peek Event on the 3rd of January – two days before the catalog launched! That meant that everyone who attended was able to play with some of the new products and see them before it went live! Whoo hoo! A great way to start off the New Year, right?

In today’s post I’m going to share with you some photos of the event. This first one is a picture of the classroom set up – to show you a bit of what greeted everyone who attended.

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And this second one shows you what was at everyone’s spot.

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Everyone who attended received a couple of special treats from me – and in today’s Video Tutorial I’ll show you how the little chocolate holder was made.

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I call these Love Blossom Domed Treat Box – I’m so original, not  with names – but well I called them this because they’re domed or treasure box shaped!

I used our new 6×6 paper stack, Love Blossoms since they were the perfect size! I didn’t even have to cut the paper!

Want to see a quick video tutorial on how to make them? Well, here you go. (Sorry about the froggy voice, I’m fighting winter allergies and just couldn’t wait any longer to share this with you.)

Domed Treat Box Video Tutorial:

A great project, huh? And it holds quite a bit so you can put almost any item you’d like inside. Of course, I wanted to pamper my guests with some Valentine chocolate, (before Larry found it!) so this was perfect.

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And of course, our Honeycomb Happiness (Sale-a-bration 1412788/141291) is an item that you can earn FREE during Sale-a-bration. I love the images and thought the sentiment was perfect for this project!

I’ve given you a complete supply list for this project below. And I don’t know about you, but I find the Envelope Punch Board a fantastic addition to my stamping supplies and have been finding all kinds of things besides envelopes to make with it! If you haven’t already seen my Getting Started with the Envelope Punch Board Tutorial – why not check it out now?

NEW WEEKLY DEALS START TODAY!

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Here are some projects made with the Envelope Paper – it’s not just for lining or creating envelopes as you can see.

Stamp Divas July Swaps 2015 Tree Builder Punch and Envelope Paper

Blue Mountain Weekend with Jini and Anna Sprinkles on Top Make n Take

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Honeycomb Happiness (141288/141291 Sale-a-bration Set)

Ink: Crumb Cake Classic Ink Pad (126975)

Paper: Love Blossoms Designer Series Paper Stack (140548), Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper (140550), Crumb Cake (120953), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Envelope Punch Board (133774), Large Oval Punch (119855), Scallop Oval Punch (119856), Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack (133787), Candy Dot Brad Bases (132293), Neutrals Candy Dots (130934), and Paper Piercing Tool (126189)

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