Pick of the Patch Tutorial #BackStage Swap

Today is going to be short and sweet since I’m taking my computer back to Best Buys to finish things up, I’m hoping. You just don’t know how much you need something until it doesn’t work right. lol.

Today’s card was created with one of the NEW Mini Catalog Bundles, Pick of the Patch (162200) that will be available to order starting on September 6th when the September – December Mini goes LIVE. I couldn’t resist this fun little set that has these cute little pumpkin and gourd images perfect for fall and Halloween.

I’ve teamed up the set with the Them Bones Designer Series Paper (162215) that has this wonderfully warm plaid pattern done in rich warm tones for the season. I think you’ll really enjoy these patterns found in the paper which you focus on the Halloween side or the more neutral side like this one.

This card seemed to be a hit during the swap on Thursday evening. I have a quick video tutorial for you and PDF showing you how I created this card.

Pick of the Patch Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy and then stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing some of the swaps that I received in #BackStage Las Vegas with you!

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And of course if you don’t want to wait until September 6th to order your Holiday Catalog products, why not join my Team? And as I am sure you can guess, being the first to see this new catalog or any of our new catalogs is a very exciting AND a  huge perk of being a Demonstrator – after all who wouldn’t want to be first? Right!  Add the fact that you’ll receive a discount on all these products and you can’t lose! If you feel this is a good time to join Stampin’ Up! and my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, you too can be first too!

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
  • Exclusive Face book Group – A great way to share and connect with other team members and share
  • Monthly Creative Challenges
  • Swapping Opportunities
  • Team Retreats
  • Meetings – both local and online/virtual
  • Monthly Crafting Day
  • Monthly Lunch & Learn
  • Recognition & Incentives
  • Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
  • Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very active group that share and answer each other’s questions on our Exclusive Facebook group.  If you’re looking for fun, a place to grow and share with others…You’ll fit right in!

Hobbyists are welcome!

  • Did you know?  90% of my Blue Mountain Stampers are Happy Shoppers – purchasing for themselves, (along with their family and friends.)  That’s right…you can just get a discount on products you love!
  • 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).
  • Everyone is welcome after all there’s room for both and everyone in between.

And there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

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Team Time Fun

Each month I gather with my Team, the Blue Mountain Stampers and we share what we have been doing over the past weeks. Among other things we also swap cards and stamp together. It’s a lot of fun having a community of crafters that gather like this. Today’s cards are part of the swaps that were shared.

This first card uses the Marvelous Nature stamp set (161252) and our Hello Irresistible Designer Series Paper (Online Exclusive 161139). The monochromatic card has been stamped using our

returning color Pretty Peacock and the wings have been partially cut so they have a bit of lift to them. The background has a bit of texture added to it by dry embossing with the Timeworn 3D Embossing Folder. A bit of shimmer was added with the Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels (158130). I love the way that these gems pick up the color your using them with.

This next is a book fold that has been created with the Zoo Crew Suite Collection (161319 )

The fun fold and little images have been cut from the Zoo Crew Designer Series Paper (161304). And the sentiments have been stamped using the Zany Zoo stamp set (161305) using Memento Tuxedo Black and a little pop of color has been added with our Classic Matte Dots (158146).

How fun is that?

Are you looking for a group of stampers who you can connect with? Would you like a discount on your favorite stamping products? Right now is a great time to join my Team, The Blue Mountain Stampers. And did you know that as a demonstrator you get to see and order things first with our PreOrders? Check out my Holiday Mini PreOrder Sneak Peek video.

And as I am sure you can guess, being the first to see this new catalog or any of our new catalogs is a very exciting AND a  huge perk of being a Demonstrator – after all who wouldn’t want to be first? Right!  Add the fact that you’ll receive a discount on all these products and you can’t lose! If you feel this is a good time to join Stampin’ Up! and my team, the Blue Mountain Stampers, you too can be first too!

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
  • Exclusive Face book Group – A great way to share and connect with other team members and share
  • Monthly Creative Challenges
  • Swapping Opportunities
  • Team Retreats
  • Meetings – both local and online/virtual
  • Monthly Crafting Day
  • Monthly Lunch & Learn
  • Recognition & Incentives
  • Training available for workshops, clubs, classes and more!
  • Additional support and business coaching available

We have a very active group that share and answer each other’s questions on our Exclusive Facebook group.  If you’re looking for fun, a place to grow and share with others…You’ll fit right in!

Hobbyists are welcome!

  • Did you know?  90% of my Blue Mountain Stampers are Happy Shoppers – purchasing for themselves, (along with their family and friends.)  That’s right…you can just get a discount on products you love!
  • 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).
  • Everyone is welcome after all there’s room for both and everyone in between.

And there is NO Obligation when you purchase your starter kit – Join the Blue Mountain Stampers and see what it’s all about!

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Little Monkey

Oh what fun is the zoo! And these little monkeys are too cute.

Little Monkey Bundle (161379) is filled with adorable images and fun sayings AND has a coordinating Little Monkey Builder Punch (161378) who wouldn’t love that?

Check out these fun cards using the Bundle. This first card uses the punch for a bold look.

A bit of texture was added to the back ground with the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder (156505) and our quick and easy Stampin’ Blends were used to color the vegetation. Or how about this fun little card to say HI to someone?

It also has been colored with our Stampin’ Blends and a to of “sky” has been added behind using the Blending Brushes (153611) and some Classic Ink.

Monkeys for us have become a family favorite when visiting the zoo. On a trip to Honolulu’s Zoo last year we ran across a Gibbon monkey, this little guy was very vocal. Check out this quick little video I took. Click HERE or on my photo below.

It was so funny we were mesmerized and spent quite a while watching him sing and sing. This little guy marks his territory by a whooping, piercing “song,” and he went on for a while, you could hear him across the zoo too. LOL. We’ve never seen anything like it. (You can learn more about him HERE on the zoo’s website). By the way this zoo was a wonderful, if you have a few hours why not check it out?

So what do you think? Do you find this set as adorable as I do? Why not check it out in my Online Store?

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Quick & Easy Elegant Topper Nugget Treat

School is starting here in North Georgia and so I’ve been busy whipping up some treats for the teachers and staff at the school. These little treats are quick and easy and hold just a couple of Nuggets, so they are a great way to show a bit of appreciation or treat someone.

Want to make some too? Why not check out my quick little video and a PDF with the measurements and supply list for you too.

Elegant Topper Nugget Treat Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Sweet Songbird Note of Thanks Tutorial

Today’s card uses the Sweet Songbirds stamp set (158721) and while it is a quick and easy fun fold it uses some bold color to really make it pop.

Done in Blueberry Bushel and Tahitian Tide it’s bright and cheerful. And while this stamp set has a coordinating Songbird Builder Punch (158726) giving it even more versatility this card is done with simple stamping. My daughter is a music teacher so I’m always creating thank you cards for her and figured this one will work well for her thank you cards that she’ll need for band camp this month. Want to see how I made it? Here is a quick Video and PDF Tutorial for you.

if you’d like to learn more about this fun little stamp set why not check it out in my Online Store.

The PDF has a full supply list and the measurements for you so you can make some too.

Sweet Songbird Note of Thanks Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Hello Ladybug Pop Up Card Tutorial

It’s Friday and that means another fun tutorial. Today’s card is a 3d card using the adorable little Hello Ladybug stamp set (157693) and Ladybug Builder Punch (157698)

A cute and fun card that is bright and cheerful since it uses the Bright & Beautiful Designer Series Paper (161449) that is sure to make anyone smile. Haven’t seen the Hello Ladybug stamp set (157693)?

This stamp set has some wonderful all occasions sentiments in it.

Here is a quick video tutorial for you and of course my PDF with measurements, supplies and step by step instructions.

Hello Ladybug Pop Up Card Tutorial PDF

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Enjoy!

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Silly Goose Friendship Card Tutorial

Today’s card is done in the spirit and color pallet that celebrates our up coming 4th of July holiday next week.

Both of the lovely bold colors can be found in our 2022-2024 In Color Collection Designer Series Paper (161645). Sweet Sorbet and Starry Sky, they’ll inspire you!

This cute little stamp set, Silly Goose Stamp set (160866), will be featured in our Online Class for July, so watch for details coming soon.

And for today here is a quick tutorial so you can whip one of these cards up too when you get your stamp set too.

In addition I’ve got my PDF tutorial with the link, measurements, and supply list for you to use when creating this card.

Silly Goose Friendship Card Tutorial PDF

Don’t forget, if you haven’t already taken advantage of our savings on Designer Series Paper today is the last chance to get yours and SAVE 15%.

Get your order in today before this promotion ends tonight at 11:50 pm (MT).

Enjoy! And of course stay safe this holiday weekend while you have fun celebrating our Country’s independence.

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Quick & Easy Thank You Cards

Can you believe it is Friday already? Another week has quickly flown by but no worries I’ve got another fun card tutorial for you using the Let’s Go Fishing Designer Series Paper (161534) and the Go To Greetings Stamp set (158763).

I just love this set and find myself reaching for it often. So today’s card is another masculine card to celebrate the men in our lives since this month is Father’s Day.

And of course it uses the Nested Essentials Dies (161597) always great to have a basic shape of dies like this one!

Here is a video tutorial and PDF for you with the full supply list and step by step instructions.

Let’s Go Fishing Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! I’m hoping it will be a lovely weekend after a week of crazy storms here in the southeast. It would be great to enjoy the yard and get some grilling in to celebrate my husband with the kids for Father’s Day.

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Let’s Go Fishing Birthday Card Tutorial

It’s Friday and that means another tutorial, this weeks card highlights the lovely masculine paper, Let’s Go Fishing Designer Series Paper (161534).

This paper is filled with lovely images and masculine colors that are great for all kids of masculine card. Today’s card uses the smaller fish pattern which made me thing of the Aquarium in Chattanooga so I thought it would be perfect for this birthday card that I needed to make for a friend who loves aquariums.

This card is done in the In Color, Boho Blue and Misty Moonlight that I love together!

I’ve team up the sentiment from the Go To Greetings Stamp set (158763)

and our NEW Nested Essentials Dies (161597).

This is a set of dies that I think you’ll be reaching for time and again during crafting since they have this lovely stitched edge and are great for creating focal points like this one.

Here is a quick tutorial for you showing you how I made this card. And of course I’ve also done up a PDF for you with a complete supply list, measurements, tutorial too.

Let’s Go Fishing Birthday Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Fun Folds with Designer Series Paper

It’s Friday and that means it’s time to share another fun tutorial with you. This month our Designer Series Papers are on sale and so I thought I’d share a fun fold with you that shows off our beautiful Countryside Inn Designer Series Paper (161467). After all who isn’t a fan of blue? And this paper with it’s shades of blue is one of my favorites from the Annual Catalog. It’s also on sale during the month of June, woohoo who doesn’t like to save?

I’ve teamed up this paper with the Biggest Wish Stamp set (155052) because I love the bold sentiments. The fact that you can team up the bold sentiments with the secondary sentiment which uses a lovely font is a bonus too.

And with so many shades of blue to choose from in our Classic Inks your options are endless. Today’s project uses our new 2023-2023 In Color Boho Blue, Misty Moonlight, and our returning Balmy Blue Classic Inks.

Here is a quick video tutorial for you so you can make this fun fold too! I’ve got a printable tutorial with the measurements, supply list and more to make crafting easy.

Biggest Wish Fun Fold Birthday Card Tutorial PDF

You can find all these products in my Online Store and be sure to check out this lovely Night of Navy 3/8″ Bordered Ribbon (160581) that I’ve used for the project. Not only is it wonderful to tie the two tone effect is very versatile. You’ll find yourself reaching for it time and time again.

Enjoy!

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