Team Time Sharing

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Tomorrow is my team craft time, I really enjoy this afternoon of crafting together. It is a purely social event when we gather, bring project we are working on and enjoy each others company. Thinking about it earlier today made me realized I hadn’t shared some of the wonderful projects my team shared with me earlier this month.

So here we go – I love the variety of the projects they make. Such talented stampers they always inspire me with their projects.

This first card is a Pop Up Card that uses the Sailing Home Bundle (151066) and other items you can find in the Suite (152175).

Here is the inside – fun right? And did you know that the Come Sail Away Designer Series Paper (149481) is part of our Buy 3 Get 1 Free September Designer Series Paper promotion?

And here is a cute movement card using the Over the Moon stamp set (149331)

I just adore these little cows.

And here is a great use of those scraps you have laying around – a strip card using the sentiment from Free as a Bird (149468)

And how about this over sized card using the Daisy Delight Stamp set (143669) and coordinating punches (143713 and 149517) done in Gorgeous Grape?

And finally a fun fold card made with the lovely See a Silhouette Designer Series Paper (149443) another of our wonderful Papers that is part of the Buy 3 Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper Promotion this month and the Butterfly Gala stamp set (148580).

Well that is it for today – tomorrow I’ll share some of the swaps I received recently.

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Perfectly Plaid Card Tutorial

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Yesterday I shared with you our first Make n Take from my Holiday Catalog last weekend and today’s card is the second project everyone made that afternoon. The Wrapped in Plaid Suite of products has a lot of wonderful products both for card making and gifts. So it was a natural choice for the event and I love the fact that the Wrapped in Plaid Designer Series Paper comes in a 6×6 size so it is perfect for card making. You are going to love the gold foil that is in the patterns too.

Here is the card – It’s quick ad easy so it is great for making a ton of them for sending this Christmas.

Like it? This tree is so realistic with just one try since the stamp itself has wonderful shading to it. While I chose this tree for my project the plaid tree was also used and looked wonderful too. Don’t you love that? Lot’s of choices from just one set – and with the coordinating punch the choices are endless!

Here is a quick video tutorial for you showing you how I put this card together.

Perfectly Plaid Card Video Tutorial

And here is a complete supply list and step by step tutorial to go with it for you.

Perfectly Plaid Holiday Catalog Kick Off Card Tutorial PDF

And here are a few more pictures from the event too. Everyone seemed to enjoy the stamping.

You can see more pictures from the event on my face book page HERE

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Perfectly Plaid (149418)

Inks: Shaded Spruce (147088/147165) and Soft Suede Classic Ink (147115/115663)

Paper: Wrapped in Plaid Designer Series Paper (149596), Shaded Spruce (146981), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Crumb Cake (120953), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Winter Knit 3D Embossing Folder (150645), Shaded Spruce/Gold 3/8″ Striped Ribbon (149597), Stitched Shapes Dies (145372), and 3D Embossing Folder Plate (149658)

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Holiday Catalog Kick Off Gather Together Make n Take

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It finally feels a little bit like fall here in North Georgia with some cooler temperatures, while it is still in the 80s there’s a hint of cooler weather coming our way. And after spending the evening last night with my daughter and her band, watching them and the other county’s High School bands perform their half time shows it feels more like fall to me too.

Check out this fun fall card that we make using the Come to Gather Suite of products found in the Holiday Catalog.

This suite is filled with those colors that make us think of fall and I’m loving the Come to Gather Ribbon Combo Pack with it’s rich satin edge ribbon and linen thread – perfect for a range of products.

Today’s card uses the Brick & Motar 3d Embossing Folder to create some texture and interest in the background. Our embossing folders are perfect for this and make it quick and easy too.

Want to see how this card comes together? Check out my video tutorial and of course a printable PDF too.

Gather Together Card Video Tutorial

Come Together Holiday Catalog Kick Off Card Tutorial PDF

And today I thought I’d also share some photos from before the event and my classroom. You can see more photos on face book HERE – why not stop by, check them out and like my page?

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Gather Together (150589)

Inks: Crushed Curry (147087/131158) and Early Espresso Classic Ink (1147114/119789)

Paper: Come to Gather Designer Series Paper (150454), Early Espresso (119686), Cajun Craze (119684), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Brick & Motar 3D Embossing Folder (149643), Come to Gather Ribbon Combo Pack (150456), Stitched Nested Label Dies (148551), and 3D Embossing Folder Plate (149658)

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Gather Together Mini Shipping Treat Box

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Today’s treat box was created special for my Holiday Catalog Kick Off last Saturday and it will filled with some chocolate goodies. I had a lot of fun making them for my guests.

Any how here is the treat – a made with one of our Mini Shipping Boxes, so it will hold quite a bit.

Clearly I had a thing for caramel when I was shopping since when I started filling the boxes I realized I’d picked up 4 different kinds. Or maybe it was because I was looking at the color coordinating packaging! LOL! Do you ever do that?

I really love how these treat boxes turned out and I can’t wait to share the fun technique for creating these wonderful little leaves and stamping on the wood element pieces that I used to decorate the box. No inky fingers! Ahh….. the magic of stamping.

Why not check out my video tutorial? Not only will you see just how easy these treats were to make but I’ll share a couple of tips and tricks with you too.

Gather Together Mini Shipping Box Video Tutorial

So what do you think? If you’d like to make some fall treats like this I’ve got a PDF with step by step instructions that goes with my video and it contains the complete supply list for you too.

Gather Together Mini Shipping Box Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing one of the cards we made, along with tutorials too!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Gather Together (*150589)

Inks: Soft Suede (147115/115663) and Pretty Peacock Classic Ink (150083/150090)

Paper: Mini Shipping Boxes (149492), Come to Gather Designer Series Paper (150454), Cajun Craze (119684), and Crumb Cake Card stock (120953)

Accessories: Gathered leaves Dies (*150662), Come to Gather Ribbon Combo Pack (150456), and Tags & Feathers Elements (150455)

*Gather Together Bundle (153036)

**Suite of Products Bundle (153484)

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Good Morning Magnolia Tutorial

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Today’s card packs a wow with it’s wonderful magnolia image – and Stampin’ Up! has made it so easy with this bundle of products to create all kinds of great projects.

Here is my September Thank You Card – done in brown natural tones of Crumb Cake and Early Espresso with a bit of shimmer added.

Like it? I’ve whipped up a quick tutorial for you today so you can see how quick & easy this card is.

Good Morning Magnolia Thank You Card Video Tutorial

And as always I like to include a step by step PDF for you also – so here you go

Good Morning Magnolia September Thank You Card PDF

Enjoy! And then stop back by next week when I’ll be sharing some projects that we made during my Holiday Catalog Kick Off with you.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Good Morning Magnolia (*149298)

Inks: Early Espresso Classic Ink (147112/147170)

Paper: Crumb Cake (120953), Early Espresso (119686), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Clear Wink of Stella (141897)

*Good Morning Magnolia Bundle (151087)

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Wonderfully Wicked

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It’s Friday the 13th and so I couldn’t resist sharing some more Halloween cards with you today using the Wonderfully Wicked Bundle from the Holiday Catalog. This bundle includes some simple images that will assure you can create some great projects so that you can have a wonderfully wicked time this year with your family and friends. LOL!

Here are some projects using this set for you today – This first card uses a simple technique of turning down the corner of the card front allowing you a peek of what is inside.

And how about a little sparkle? This die was cut out using our Red Glimmer Paper (150427).

And of course here are some treat items, since what’s Halloween without some treats?

Our Coffin Treat boxes (150451) and Mini Pizza Boxes (144645) and Kraft Pillow Boxes (147018) make this little treats a snap!

And did you know that you can add color to our boxes with a Sponge Brayers (141714) or Stampin’ Spritzers (126185)? It’s quick and easy to do!

So what do you think? Ready for that full moon tonight?

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing a Tutorial with you for my September Thank You card.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Wonderfully Wicked (*150547)

Paper: Monster Bash Designer Series Paper (150447)

Accessories: Wicked Dies (150725) and Black Stampin’ Dimensionals Combo Pack (150893)

*Wonderfully Wicked Bundle (153041)

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It’s a Spooktacular Bash!

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Halloween is one of those fun days where you can let your imagination carry you away. And Stampin’ Up! has created a wonderful option for creating lots of Halloween goodies.

You’ll want to be sure to check out the Monster Bash Suite – it’s filled with tons of coordinating products including a wonderfully versatile Ornate Frame Die set, Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder, and Basic Black 3/8″ Scalloped Edge Ribbon that ties beautifully!

Check out these wonderful cards created using the Spectacular Bash Stamp set

Aren’t the Ornate Frames simply wonderful? The Ornate Frames Dies set has 11 frames – and these cards show just a few of them!

And how about the lovely background on these next two cards created with the Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder?

And these last two cards used the Black Foil Sheets (147898) to punch out the little bats. The cute little bat punch can be found in the Every Season Punch Pack (150670) which contains 4 punches – one for each season. A great value and perfect to add those little touches to your projects.

This last card also uses our Hammered Metal 3D Embossing Folder (150646) which is currently on back order since it’s been sooooo popular – No worries, it will be available to order again towards the end of September.

Item not available message in my Online Store – Did you know that this year Stampin’ Up! has begun a policy of “turning off” an item when the back order volume has reached a certain number? I’m here to help – If you would like an item that is currently not available to order in my Online Store and it doesn’t give you the email message option shown above, I’m happy to put you on my list and notify you when the item is available to order again. Simply email me ([email protected]) and I’ll send you an email when the item is available again.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Spooktacular Bash (*150544)

Paper: Monster Bash Designer Series Paper (150447) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Ornate Frames Dies (*150664), Stylish Scroll Embossing Folder (150665), Basic Black 3/8 Scalloped Edge Ribbon (150449), Monster Bash Enamel Shapes (150448), and Every Season Punch Pack (150670)

*Spooktacular Bash Bundle (153040)

Want it all? Check out our new option using just one Item # for our Suites – Making it easier to order everything with just one item number!

Monster Bash Suite of Products Bundle (153485)

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#imbringingbirthdaysback in September with Gather Together

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Ahh… the nip is in the air. Not – at least not for a while yet here in North Georgia. We’re having the hottest September in years. So it is kind of odd to watch all the leaves blowing across my yard when it’s in the 90s. I think mother nature is a bit confused this year.

The start of the school year and football season always makes me think of the fall color and cooler days, so I reached for the Gather Together Bundle to create this month’s birthday card.

What do you think? I used the Woven Threads Designer Series Paper for this card since I thought the texture was a great fit AND I love the fact it is part of our Buy 3 Get 1 FREE Designer Series Promotion this month.

While this set has some lovely sentiments and images,

it didn’t contain a birthday sentiment which I wanted for this project so I reached for the Seaside Notions set since I thought the font was perfect for this card. What do you think? Of course you could use the “Wishing you well” sentiment also.

Check out my video tutorial to see how I made this card.

Want to make some too? Here is a PDF tutorial for you.

#imbringingbirthdaysback September Gather Together Birthday Card PDF

Enjoy! And then stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some swaps with you that I received last week.

Last Day to RSVP

Online update: please be aware there are some updates being done that will take a day or so to finish. So you may notice some issues on my calendar and Online Store. Please know if you have any problems you can contact me directly for RSVPs and of course ordering. I don’t want you to miss out on my Catalog Kick Off or something you needed because of the technology issues . You can simply email me at [email protected] or call 706 754-7124. I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. And thanks for understanding

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Gather Together (*150589) and Seaside Notions (149278)

Inks: Merry Merlot Classic Ink (147112/147170), Cherry Cobbler (144575), and Cajun Craze Dark Stampin’ Blends (147908)

Paper: Woven Threads Designer Series Paper (149497), Merry Merlot (146979), Terracotta Tile (150884), Sahara Sand (121043), Mint Macaron (138337), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Gathered Leaves Dies (*150662), Layering Ovals Dies (141706), Linen Thread (104199), and Rhinestones Basic Jewels (144220)

*Gather Together Bundle (153036)

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Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle

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I’m loving these Gift of Fall Add-On Note Cards – the colors are great and the fact that you get 24 cards and envelopes for just $10 is a great deal.

Today’s cards were created with the left overs from my Paper Pumpkin Kit and stamp set.

But I know I can use these with our other products too for more great fall cards when I’ve finished up using my supplies from the kit – And there are a ton of things left, even after these cards.

Here are close ups of each card.

For this first one I stamped the sentiment and then scored the banner twice on each side to create a pop up effect – sooo easy to do!

Did you know that you can still join Paper Pumpkin and get your September kit? Yep, just one more day, so you’ll want to be sure to sign up before the end of the day September 10th. Click HERE to join

And if you love these projects check out my Online Store since you can purchase this past kits and other items too! Click HERE to see more in my Online Store.

10 for 250 Update

I still have 8 spots left in this Challenge – now is the time to place your order and get double the host benefits or a half price item from me! And get your name in a drawing for $250 in free product. Click HERE for full details.

On a personal note – I won’t be posting tomorrow since I’ll be working on my website and playing catch up on a few things. But no worries, if you need something I’m still available by email and phone. And I’ll be back on Wednesday, sharing some things with you again.

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