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Vintage Tools Fun Fold Tutorial

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It’s another Tutorial Friday! Today’s card is a fun fold highlighting the Vintage Tools stamp set. Both my guys are handymen who enjoy working with their toys, oops I mean tools. lol So this tool set called out to me as soon as I saw it, knowing I could use it time and time again.

Today’s card is a fun fold that opens a bit differently with it’s side panel.

If you’d like to see how I cretaed this card check out my video tutorial below. I’ve also included a PDF with measurement, instructions, the video link, and supply list that you can print off and keep for reference.

Vintage Tools Fun Fold Card Tutorial PDF

I hope you’ve enjoyed this video tutorial and want to make some of your own too! You can also look for my previous tutorial using this set HERE.

Supplies:

Stamps: Vintage Tools (159098)

Paper: He’s the Man Specialty Designer Series Paper (159068), Early Espresso (119686), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad (132708/133456), Early Espresso Classic Ink (147114/119789), and Sahara Sand Classic Ink (147117/105220)

Accessories: Deckled Rectangle Dies (159173), Blending Brushes (153611), and Rustic Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots (159082)

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Nuts About Squirrels Card Tutorial

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Today is my third and final card that I’ve created for you along with it’s tutorial using the Nuts About Squirrels stamp set from the Annual Catalog. If you haven’t already checked it out I’m sure you’ll want to do so along with the previous tutorials I’ve created with this set too. Not only do you have the last few days but there are also some from earlier, HERE

This stamp set is so much fun to work with and since it is a 2-step stamp set you can create all kinds of color combinations with it giving you a lot of versatility.

Today’s card is one that you can send to a friend of family member to check in. As always I find with the start of school illness happens and this is a cheerful way of letting someone know you’re thinking of them.

With its fun bright colors the Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper makes this card sooo easy to create. I like the way our Designer Series Papers gives you are built in color combination option every time.

Want to see how I created this card? Here is a quick video tutorial for you.

And of course what is a video without a supply list and PDF to work with? As always my pdf will give you measurements, step by step instructions with video link, and the supply list. Making it a great resource to print off and have on hand.

Nuts About Squirrels Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And don’t forget to order envelopes with your supplies so you’re ready to mail your cards as soon as you create them.

Supplies:

Stamps: Nuts About Squirrels (156475)

Paper: Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host 159913), Granny Apple Green Card stock (146990), Crushed Curry Card stock (131199), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456), Crushed Curry Classic Ink (147087/131158), and Smoky Slate Classic Ink (147113/131159)

Accessories: Layering Circle Dies (151770), Parakeet Party 1/8″ Metallic Woven Ribbon (159196), and 2022 In Color Matte Decorative Dots (159186)

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Nuts About Squirrels Fun Fold Card

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Need a quick and easy fun fold card to say hi to someone this fall? How about this one using the Nuts About Squirrels stamp set (156475) from the Annual Catalog?

This card highlights the adorable little squirrel and fun pack of Celebrate Everything (Host 159913) that you can earn for free with a qualifying order or party. This pack of paper works for all kinds of projects, but today I’ll be highlighting the lovely falling leaves pattern in my video tutorial. And don’t forget the inside and envelope too!

A little bit of stamping goes along way to bring your project all together and make it special.

Nuts About Squirrels Fun Fold Card Tutorial PDF

So what do you think of my fun card using the Nuts About Squirrels stamp set? Why not leave me a comment and let me know. Then stop back by tomorrow for my last tutorial of the week.

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamps: Nuts About Squirrels (156475)

Paper: Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host 159913), Granny Apple Green Card stock (146990), Crushed Curry Card stock (131199), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456), Crushed Curry Classic Ink (147087/131158), and Smoky Slate Classic Ink (147113/131159)

Accessories: Layering Circle Dies (151770), Parakeet Party 1/8″ Metallic Woven Ribbon (159196), and 2022 In Color Matte Decorative Dots (159186)

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Nuts About Squirrels Color Blocking Card

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Want to create a big bold look for your next project? Why not try out this simple Color Blocking technique that I used for this card? It’s quick and simple to do but yet backs a wow too.

I’ve used the fun Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper that you can earn when placing a qualifying order or gathering with friends. And got to say it’s a huge stack of paper that you’ll love using over and over again during your crafting since it covers not only the different fall and winter occasions but also has some basic patterns too!

Check out this card that I made highlight 2 of the patterns in this pack of paper.

Fun right? And the 6×6 2022 In Color Glimmer Paper adds a bit of shimmer and shine to this project. I just love this cute little 2 step stamp set, Nuts About Squirrels for projects and treats. Want to see how I made this fun card to send to friends and family this fall?

Nuts About Squirrels Color Blocking Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

And then don’t forget to stop by my Online store to check out this fun little stamp set for your fall projects today.

Over the next 2 days I’ll be sharing tutorials for you to make 3 bright cheerful fall cards, so you’ll want to be sure to stop back by each day. Or better yet why not sign up HERE to receive my posts right in your email inbox so you don’t miss out!

Supplies:

Stamps: Nuts About Squirrels (156475)

Paper: 2022-2024 In Color 6×6 Glimmer Paper (159246), Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host159913), Granny Apple Green Card stock (146990), Crushed Curry Card stock (131199),  Basic White Card stock (159276), and Basic White Thick Card stock (159229)

Ink: Soft Suede Classic Ink (147115/115663), Sahara Sand Classic Ink (147117/105220), Granny Apple Green Classic Ink (147095/154885), and Poppy Parade Classic Ink (147050/119791)

Accessories: Stitched Rectangle Dies (151820), Blending Brushes (153611), and 2022 In Color Matte Decorative Dots (159186)

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Scary Cute Pop Up Card Tutorial

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Today I’m sharing another fun project that I created using the Scare Cute Bundle (159852) of products. This time it’s a fun fold card – the Pop Up Card. I love this quick and easy card since it packs a wow factor and is soooo easy to do!

So much fun! and it will stand up for display, but folds down flat for mailing. A special signature panel on the back allows you to send a quick message too.

Want to see how I made this card? I’ve whipped up a video and pdf tutorial for you so you can have some Halloween fun today too!

Scary Cute Pop Up Card Tutorial PDF

If you’ve enjoyed this project why not check out my earlier tutorial for a fun box using this set too. Click HERE to see my Scary Cute Treat Box and HERE for some fun cards.

Then why not start creating your own Pop Up Cards for Halloween?

Supplies:


Stamps: Scary & Cute (*159850)

Paper: Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host 159913), Crushed Curry Card stock (131199), Basic Black Card stock (121045), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456) and Crushed Curry Classic Ink (147087/131158)

Accessories: Scary Silhouettes Dies (*159851), Double Oval Punch (154242), and Sponge Daubers (133773)

Adhesives: Stampin’ Seal (152813/152814) and Tear & Tape (154031)

Save 10% when you order the Bundle! *Scary & Cute Bundle (159852)

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True Beauty & Back Stage Fun!

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Yesterday I shared the first of two swaps that I created for the Back Stage event last week. I I decided I wanted to do both a masculine and feminine card for the swaps. So today I’ll be sharing the swap I made with the True Beauty stamp set (158976).

This stamp set is perfect for feminine cards with it’s floral images and lovely font. The true watercolor look is built into the stamp so it’s soo easy to use and create a multidimensional look for any project!

This set also has a coordinating set of dies and is part of a suite of products, but for this project I wanted to keep it simple. (A late night the day before you fly out will do that lol)

Here is the card I came up with.

Sweet with a bold pop of color. Perfect for a friend! So why not check out my video tutorial and pdf for the project I have created for you? And did you know when I give you a Classic Ink item # on my pdfs I include the reinker item # for the ink pad? I always tell folks to order them together so you’ll never have a dry ink pad. Nothing more frustrating when creating, right? Something I learned the hard way when I first started stamping. Anyhow here is the the video tutorial.

True Beauty Card Tutorial PDF

And how about some pictures too – Back Stage is a special event that Stampin’ Up! holds for it’s leaders once a year. It was held in New Orleans this year some place I’d never been before, so it was exciting to see what this town was all about. We stayed in the French Quarter and after I arrived I had some time grab lunch and to explore with new friends before our Sweets & Swaps event that evening.

What a view!

Check in brought a fun swap bag filled with goodies – Stampin’ Up! always spoils us!

Swapping with 500 of your fellow leaders what could be more fun?

and of course there were sweets and entertainment too!

The next 2 days brought lots of wonderful local food, training, fun and fellowship with new and old friends.

And our final night ended with a Mardi Gras parade and party.

As always our hearts were full as we said goodbye at the end of the evening,

until next time when we gather again. Do these Stampin’ Up! events appeal to you too? Why learn more about becoming a Demonstrator and joining my Team, the Blue Mountain Stampers HERE or contact me today?

SALE-A-BRATION ENDS TONIGHT!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: True Beauty (158976 available again in mid September)

Inks: Night of Navy (147110/103033), Polished Pink (155712/155713), Gorgeous Grape (147099/147164), Granny apple Green (147095/147163), and Balmy Blue Classic Ink (147105/147168)

Paper: Polished Pink (155710), Night of Navy (100867), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Iridescent Pearl Basic Jewels (158987)

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You’re Awesome Vintage Tools Card Tutorial

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This past weekend I was able to attend the first live Stampin’ Up! Back Stage event that was held in New Orleans after 3 ling years. It was sooo much fun seeing everyone and connecting again after so long. Of course, I wanted to participate in everything, so I started working on my swaps for the first night of the event.

Of course I wanted to share them with you too! So today’s card is the first of 2 that I designed for the swap. Today’s a masculine card that I created using the Vintage Tools stamps set that uses a color pallet right from our Regals and Neutrals collections that are perfect for the guys in our lives.

This stamp set is one of my favorites since my guys do a lot of home improvements and my son has been drawn to wood working since he could walk into Sears. One of our have to stops when out at the Mall back when he was 3! (Now, if you could only see his work shop!)

The image I used for this project also reminds me of my childhood and my father, who had to plain down the doors in our new home so they were able to close and not stick. I can remember watching the little rolls of wood falling as he shaved off the top corner and tested it each time. Odd, how such little things stick in our mind isn’t it? I couldn’t have been older than 4 as I watched him.

Want to see how I created this card? I’ve done a quick video and pdf tutorial for you.

You’re Awesome Vintage Tools Card Tutorial PDF

I hope you’ll enjoy this project as much as I did creating it. Why not stop by my Online Store and get yours today along with your final choice of Sale-a-bration products too?

Remember Sale-a-bration ends Tomorrow, August 31st!

So don’t miss out on your favorite products and remember we’ve added new items this month for you to choose from too!

Then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing another of the cards I created for swapping at Back Stage along with some of the photos too!

Supplies:

Stamps: Vintage Tools (159098)

Paper: Neutrals Collection 6×6 Designer Series Paper (1159257), Crushed Curry Card Stock (131199), Merry Merlot Card stock (146979), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Ink: Early Espresso Classic Ink (147114/119789)

Accessories: Deckled Rectangle Dies (159173) and Rustic Metallic Adhesive Backed Dots (159082)

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Scary Cute Treat Box

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Need a quick and easy way to package treat for your little goblins this Halloween? The Scary Cute stamp set (159850) has such fun images and cute little sayings perfect for projects like this.

I’ve teamed it up with the Black & White Designer Series Paper (159861) so I can make a bunch of these with just one 12×12 package to hand out this Halloween.

While I haven’t quite decided what I’ll be placing inside, I’m leaning toward some cute Halloween shapes that I saw that Reece’s has this year. After all who can resist peanut butter and chocolate, right? They sure don’t last long around my house lol.

Want to see how I made this little treat box? I’ve got a PDF that you can print along with the video tutorial for you today!

Scary Cute Treat Box Tutorial PDF

The finished box measures 3 3/8″ x 2 5/8″ so it can hold quite a bit. What treat would you place inside? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.

You can find this stamp set and all the products I’ve used in my Online Store, so why not stop by and get yours today?

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Scary & Cute (159850)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708) and Gorgeous Grape Classic Ink (147099)

Paper: Black & White Designer Series Paper (159861), Granny Apple (146990), Basic Black (121045), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: 2022 In color Baker’s Twine Pack (159195) and Classic Matt Dots (154284)

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Hippest Hippo Pop Up Card Tutorial

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I’ve another fun tutorial with a hip retro feel for you today using the Hippest Hippo stamp set (Sale-a-bration 159921).

How fun, right? And this little card packs a wallop since it not only stands for display but also folds flat for mailing. Want to see how I created this card? Why not check out my video tutorial? Then start creating!

And of course what is a tutorial with out measurements and supplies? Here is my PDF for you. Not only does it have step by step instructions too, but it also contains the link for the video so when you print it off it will always be handy.

Hippest Hippo Pop Up Box Card Tutorial PDF (with corrected measurements 8/13)

Enjoy!

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You’re the Best Hippest Hippo Card Tutorial

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How about a little summer time fun using the Hippest Hippo stamp set and dies that you can earn right now for FREE during Sale-a-bration?

You’ll want to be sure to check out today’s card inspired by our summer time heat and it’s video tutorial showing you how I created it.

This card is bright and bold and is sure to bring a smile to that special someone’s face.

Don’t forget to check out the PDF with measurements when you are done too!

Hippest Hippo Card Tutorial PDF

Sale-a-bration runs through August 31st or while supplies last – so why not get your Hippest Hippo stamp set and Hippo Dies today so you can start creating too? And great news if you haven’t heard there have been NEW Sale-a-bration products added as of August 1st!

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Hippest Hippo (Sale-a-bration 159921 )

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456) and Smoky Slate Stampin’ Blends (151549044897), and Color Lifter (144608)

Paper: Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host 159913), Pool Party Card stock (122924), Poppy Parade Card stock (119793), Basic White Card stock (159276)

Accessories: Hippo Dies (Sale-a-bration 159928), Layering Circle Dies (151770), 2022 In Color Matt Decorative Dots (159186), Baker’s Twine Essentials Pack (155475), and Take Your Pick Tool (144107/150006)

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