Greatest Journey & Faux Layers

Today’s card uses a fun and simple technique to create a wonderful look of multiple layers that create a scene using the Greatest Journey Dies (160593).

I’ve used simple masking, ink and my Blending Brushes for a backdrop for this card that I plan on using for a graduation card. I think the sentiment is perfect for that!

Want to see how I created it? I’ve got a video and a PDF tutorial for you today.

Greatest Journey Something Great Faux Layers Card PDF

I hope you’ve enjoyed this fun technique. If you did you’ll want to be sure to stop back by tomorrow and see a fun fold that I created using this same technique .

Enjoy!

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Something Fancy Birthday Box Card Tutorial

Love fun folds? Then you’ll enjoy today’s card made with the Something Fancy Bundle (retiring 160425). This bundle is part of the last chance list, so if you’d like the 10% discount you’ll want to get it before the Last Chance List ends on May 1st.

I love the way this card turned out it is bright and colorful since it uses the Hues of Happiness Designer Series Paper (retiring 158822) and the Opaque Adhesive Backed Gems (retiring 160412). Want to see how I made this card? Check out this video tutorial I’ve made for you.

And of course here is a PDF tutorial with the complete supply list, YouTube Link, and measurements so you have everything in one place for quick reference.

Something Fancy Birthday Box Card Tutorial PDF

And if you love fun folds check out yesterday’s blog post for another fun tutorial that I made. Then stop back by next week when I have 3 more tutorials to share with you!

Enjoy!

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Floral Fun Fold Card Tutorial

Today’s card uses one of my favorite fun folds since it makes choosing the colors I want to use soooo easy!

Choose a piece of your favorite Designer Series Paper like I did here with the Enjoy the Journey (160586) and start building your card.

Since this piece used the colors Pumpkin Pie I chose that for the base of the card and then used the packages coordination for the mats. For the image I used the sample in the Mini to inspire me.

When you open the card you’ve got the full Designer Series Paper panel was was peeking out of the card when it was closed and a signature panel.

Want to see how I created this card? I’ve whipped up a quick video tutorial for you.

And how about a PDF tutorial with instructions, like, and a complete list of supplies. Print it and have a handy reference for when you get ready to create!

Greatest Journey Floral Fun Fold Card PDF

Enjoy! and then stop back by tomorrow for another fun fold tutorial.

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FREE Shipping, tomorrow April 19th!!!

I’m so excited to tell you about our 24 hour FREE shipping promotion for tomorrow. Now not only can you shop and get your favorite products, but you’ll save too!

Here is the fine print:

  • Free shipping only applies during the 24-hour period the promotion is live; this means that the order must be opened and closed on April 19th, 2023 by 11:59 pm MT.
  • The minimum qualifying amount to receive free shipping is $75 before tax
  • With the exception of month-to-month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions, all Stampin’ Up! products qualify for the promotion.
  • Prepaid 3, 6, or 12 month Paper Pumpkin subscriptions are eligible for FREE shipping under the same rules as all other Stampin’ Up! items during the promotion.

Want me to place an order for you? Simply contact me with your shopping list and payment method and I’ll be happy to place your order for you tomorrow during the promotion.

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Last Chance to save your spot for April’s Card Class

Make 6 cards with envelopes (you’ll make 2 each of 3 designs)

Date: Thursday, April 27th or Saturday, April 29th

Time: 10 am – 12 pm

What does my Kit include?

  • Pre-cut supplies to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
  • Class PDF and Videos showing you how to create these projects
  • Envelopes so you can mail your projects when you are ready

FREE Class Option: Use Host Code EP9B74KX, place a qualifying product purchase of $25 or more and get the class for FREE!

Class Fee LIVE/ONLINE Only $20 (Includes your class PDF & pre-cut supply kit; simply pay postage)

Online Class PDF & Videos $10 (no kit or product included)

RSVP and prepay to hold your spot by Monday, April 17th

Card Class: Sweet & Wild

It’s simple:

  1. Sign up for class
  2. Let me know if you want to attend the LIVE event or receive an Online Kit
  3. Place your order using my Class Host Code EP9B74KX by the RSVP date of 4/17 to receive a free class
  4. Pay the PayPal invoice Iwill send you a PayPal Invoice for the Kit’s $8.95 priority postage. Or you can make arrangements for another payment method. Simply email me at [email protected] or click HERE to use my PayPal button on my blog.

All Classes come with project PDF and Videos. Class Kit will be mail by Wednesday after LIVE event

What does my kit include?

  • Pre-cut supplies to make 6 cards (2 each of 3 designs)
  • Class PDF and Videos showing you how to create these projects
  • Envelopes so you can mail your projects when you are ready


RSVP is a must for all events!

[email protected] or call 706-754-7124

Want the Class for FREE?  

Simply use the Class Host Code EP9B74KX, to place a minimum qualifying purchase of $25 by the RSVP date of Monday, April 17th prior to the class.


Online Class Supply List:

You’ll need the following supplies to complete the projects as designed if you are not attending the LIVE event.

  • Wild & Sweet #158775 $24
  • Go To Greetings #158763 $24
  • Stylish Shapes Dies #159183 $30
  • Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad #132708 $6
  • Basic Gray Classic Ink Pad #149165 $8
  • Soft Suede Classic Ink Pad #147115 $8

Adhesives are not included in class

Need Adhesives? Let me know and I can have some for you at class or add it to your order when using the Host Code if you are choosing the Online Option.

And of course, if your order is larger than $150 please don’t use the Host Code and email me that you want the class instead.

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Kit fun! 2 NEW options to get crafting

Kits are a great way to start crafting or introduce crafting to you family and friends. I don’t know about you my my preteens in the family are always asking about crafting when they visit me and kits not only allow them to crate, but also gives them the ability to make it their own since they have extra pieces in them.

Today I’ve got an sneak peek at the May Paper Pumpkin Kit that you can subscribe to now and receive in May, or a kit from our Kit Collection that you can order starting tomorrow, April 12th. And you’ll be sure to want to make sure to check out our other available kits too!

Forever Friends Kit Item #162363 just $21

What does this kit include? Here are the details

This kit includes: 

  • Enough supplies to create 8 cards—4 each of 2 designs
  • 8 coordinating envelopes
  • One Forever Friends photopolymer stamp set
  • One Night of Navy Ink Spot
  • Printed card bases, printed foil envelopes, foil die cuts, adhesive, twine, and a clear block
  • Finished card size: 5-1/4″ x 4-1/4″
  • Coordinating colors: Calypso Coral, Daffodil Delight, Night of Navy, Old Olive, Petal Pink

Paper Pumpkin – May Kit

About The Kit

Name: Exploring In Color

This kit includes:

  • All the supplies you need to create 9 card, 3 each of 3 designs, plus 9 coordinating envelopes.
  • A 7-piece all-occasion stamp set that celebrates good friends and great adventures!
  • 1 Copper Clay (new In Color!) Classic Stampin’ Spot.
  • Twine and die-cut accents
  • FREE stickers to put on your projects or anything you want—water bottles, laptops, coolers, and more!
  • Finished card size: 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″
  • Coordinating Stampin’ Up! colors: Boho Blue, Copper Clay, Daffodil Delight, Moody Mauve, Mossy Meadow, Pebbled Path, Wild Wheat

Subscribe Today by clicking HERE or get a prepaid subscription by clicking HERE.

Prepaid subscriptions make a great gift for that experience gift everyone loves to get!

Got questions? Please feel free to email me at [email protected] I’m happy to help. AND if you want to craft with me just RSVP to my monthly kit craft time.

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Greatest Journey Shadow Box Card Tutorial

Today’s card tutorial uses a fun fold called the Shadow Box. It’s quick and easy to do with a few score lines and I think you’ll enjoy making it for family and friends.

This card stands on it’s own so it’s great for displaying too.

Here is a quick video tutorial for you.

And of course a PDF too

Greatest Journey Courage Shadow Box Card Tutorial printable PDF

The Layering Circles Dies (151770) are part of the last chance list and are a great basic tool to have. So you’ll want to be sure to check those out before they are gone!

Enjoy!

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Let’s say goodbye Cheerful Basket and more

Today’s cards all have something in common. Not only do they have adorable little animals in the set, but they are also on the Last Chance List. The Last Chance List…once a year products are retired from the Annual Catalog. Why is that important? Because these items are only available while supplies last or until May 1st.

I’m going to start todays cards with the Cheerful Basket (158674) stamp set

This stamp set does have coordinating dies and also comes in a bundle for savings. This set not only has fun this fun basket but also has lots of images to fill the basket with along with all occasion sentiments too. This first card is a fun fold that will fold flat for mailing.

And this next card uses the same set and the sweet little kitten image.

The Design a Daydream Designer Series Paper (Host 159161) has been used for both these cards. This next card uses the bright and cheerful Polished Pink and Pale Papaya to create this lovely friendship card. The Hello Beautiful (158041)

stamp set was used and the Beautiful Shapes Dies (158046) were used to cut out the sentiments.

And now for some Dies that are on the last chance list – great on their own. This next card uses a lovely reinker technique to create the backdrop for the Amazing Thanks Dies (157816).

And today’s final card uses the Delicate Edges Dies (159180) along with our Painted Labels Dies (151605) and Peaceful Moments (151595) stamp set

Don’t forget to stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing a Tutorial with you using a fun fold.

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Saying Goodbye to Wisteria Wishes and more

One of the things that I was amazed by when I first moved to Georgia years ago was the Wisteria hanging from the pine trees along the road. That an kudzu seemed to be everywhere as I drove around the area. So when I saw the Wisteria Wishes (159434) stamp set. Done in Pool Party and Highland Heather.

It also pulls in Gorgeous Grape that mats the sentiment and image along with the lovely Fresh Freesia Open Weave Ribbon (155615) and Iridescent Rhinestone Basic Jewels (158130). And this next card also uses the Highland Heather to create this lovely card

using the Last Chance List stamp set Uniquely Artistic (158935) and the Pastel Pearls (154571). Next is the Dragonfly Garden (154411) with it’s coordinating Dragonflies Punch (154240)

And my final card I wanted to share with you is the lovely stamp set Honeybee Home (157943) and the coordinating Honeybee Bloom Dies (157952)

The Tailor Made Tags Dies (155563), Scalloped Contour Dies (155560), and Hive 3D Embossing Folder (157955) add interest and texture to this card.

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some more projects with you using sets from the Last Chance List.

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Last Chance List is NOW Live! Spring into the NEW 2023-2024 Annual Catalog with a Color Refresh

Stampin’ Up! has announced a refreshing color change to our core colors – and I think you’re going to love the fresh new look coming up in the 2023-2024 Annual Catalog! While we’ll be saying goodbye to old favorites, we’ll be saying hello again to returning favorites and adding a few new colors too!

Beginning today, all retiring/discontinued color products (ie, ink, paper, ribbon, accessories, etc.) will be available only while supplies last.

Here are the lists for you to print.

Annual Catalog Last Chance List excel

Annual Catalog Last Chance List PDF

And let me walk thru the list with you so you can mark your catalog too.

Mini Catalog Last Chance List excel

Mini Catalog Last Chance List PDF

And let me walk thru the list with you so you can mark your catalog too.

What does this mean to you? This means that some products may not be available through the retired list period and have already sold out. So you’ll want to make sure you order your items now.

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