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Free as a Bird Thank You

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I’ve become quite the bird watcher over the years here in Clarkesville, enjoying the hunt for just the right bird in my book as I learned about them. My son built some bluebird boxes years ago and they now dot our fence line around our house – we’ve been lucky enough to have at least a couple of them being used each season that I can watch as I sip coffee in the morning through out the nesting season.

So today’s card was created using the Bird Ballard Suite of products found on pages 90-92 of the 2019 Annual Catalog. The suite is filled with wonderful water colored images and soft colors which is right up my alley.

And since this set is perfect for coloring I reached for my Stampin’ Blends and started to create my own little bluebird.

While I was at it I figured I’d whip up a tutorial for you – so I’ve made a quick video and PDF so you can make some too if you want.

Free as Bird Thank You Card Video Tutorial

Free as Bird Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Why not give it a try and make one yourself? What type of bird are you planning to color?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Free as a Bird (*149468)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad (132708/133456), Calypso Coral (144045), Pool Party (144605) and Crumb Cake Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (144601)

Paper: Bird Ballard Designer Series Paper (149592), Whisper White Thick (140272), Calypso Coral (122925) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Triple Banner Punch (138292) and Layering Circles Dies (141705)

*Free as a Bird Bundle (151123)

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To a Wild Rose July Thank You Card Tutorial

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Do you love bold color? If so you’ll love this wild rose card that I’ve made using the Bright Collection color, Poppy Parade. Not only is it bright and bold, when you team it up with a 2 step stamp set like To a Wild Rose, you’ll get a wonderful color with lots of depth. Check out this month’s Thank you card using the set.

Like it? This project is one of those that Stampin’ Up! has included in our quarterly Demonstrator resource, Stampin’ Success. I just changed it up a bit. I love the fact that we get tips and projects to help us grow as stampers and Demonstrators. And everyone who has placed an order with me in July will be receiving one of these cards!

Here is a quick video tutorial for you and a printable PDF so you can make some to.

To a Wild Rose Thank You Card Video Tutorial

To a Wild Rose Thank You Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: To a Wild Rose (*149453)

Inks: Poppy Parade (147050/119791), Basic Gray (149165/149166), and Shaded Spruce Classic Ink (147088/147165)

Paper: Poppy Parade (119793) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

*To a Wild Rose Bundle (*151073)

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Daisy Lane Watercolor Wash Tutorial

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It’s that time again another #imbringingbirthdaysback card – and while this card is being posted a bit later than I would like, I really like the way it turned out.

What do you think? I CASED this card from our Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator magazine with a couple of small changes. I really love this resource that I receive because I’m a demonstrator, our magazine is filled with ideas, tips and a lot more! I really look forward to getting it quarterly in the mail.

I’ve whipped up a quick video for you too.

Daisy Lane Watercolor Wash Card Tutorial

And of course I know you like to have something you can print off too – I always find it handy to have on hand. And no worries, I’ve included the video link too so you can find it easily again when you are ready.

#imbringingbirthdaysback Daisy Lane Watercolor Wash Card Tutorial PDF

And if you love this project did you know you can get an exclusive PDF tutorial for a boxed set using the Daisy Lane stamp set? Yep, it’s easy simply place a qualifying order and I’ll email you one. Make sure you have allowed me to contact you if you place the order in my Online Store so I can email it to you!

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Daisy Lane (*149325)

Inks: Pretty Peacock Classic Ink (150083/150090)

Paper: Pretty Peacock (150880) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Aqua Painter (103954), Pretty Peacock 1/2″ Scalloped Linen Ribbon (149751), Medium Daisy Punch (*149517), Gold Faceted Gems (144141), and Triple Banner Punch (138292)

*Daisy Lane Bundle (151118)

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More Paper Pumpkin Fun & a Sneak Peak of August’s Kit

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The A Little Smile Kit was so much fun and it was slam packed with lots of things to use once the projects were made that I could resist do some more cards – so this time I reached for my Whisper White Note Card and started stamping.

I’ve made two of these already, but thought I’d take a picture of just how much I still have to work with from the kit.

Want to make some of these yourself? Here is a quick PDF for you.

Paper Pumpkin June 2019 A Little Smile Note Card Tutorial PDF

And I’ve whipped up a quick video for you too.

Paper Pumpkin June 2019 A Little Smile Note Card Video Tutorial

I hope you’ve enjoyed the alternate projects I’ve shared with you for June’s Paper Pumpkin. These kits are great for all ages and make wonderful gifts too since they contain everything you need to start crafting.

August Paper Pumpkin & NEW Add On Option!

What’s the old saying? Variety is the spice of life? At Paper Pumpkin, we like to mix things up and keep the crafting experience fresh and fun. Stampin’ Up! plans each kit carefully, allowing you to experience as many different creative options as possible. With this in mind, Paper Pumpkin will be bringing an elegant fall gift packaging kit to you this August.

Now, it’s no secret that our we love card making. That’s why in August Stampin’ Up! has decided to bring you the best of both worlds with the Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle. This coordinating product will allow you to turn your Gift of Fall gift packaging into cards in an easy and inexpensive way.

August Kit Information

  • Makes 6 fall-themed gift bags
  • Makes 12 fall-themed gift tags
  • Coordinating colors: Blackberry Bliss, Calypso Coral, Crumb Cake, Crushed Curry, Merry Merlot, Mint Macaron, Old Olive, Pretty Peacock, and Soft Suede

Get a Sneak Peek –

Add-On Information

  • Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle (item 152885)
  • Price: $10.00
  • Includes 24 card bases of 2 different designs with coordinating envelopes (note card size)
  • Product dimensions
    • Cards: 5″ x 3-1/2″
    • Envelopes: 5-1/8″ x 3-5/8″
  • Available August 1, while supplies last
  • This option is Not included with an August Paper Pumpkin subscription and must be purchased separately

Important note: The Gift of Fall Add-On Bundle is not needed to complete the August kit projects.

Here is a printable flyer for you:

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Supplies:

Stamp Set: A Little Smile (Paper Pumpkin June Kit)

Inks: Coastal Cabana (147097/131164) and Crumb Cake Classic Ink (147116/121029)

Paper: Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (131527), Crumb Cake Card stock (120953), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

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A Little Smile Thank You Note Card

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The June Paper Pumpkin Kit included a great little beach themed set that has some wonderful sentiments and after putting the little cards together I’ve still got tons of pieces left to play with. And I’ve been doing just that. However, today’s card is one that I created using just the stamp set.

I made a bunch of these up to send out – they were quick and easy, and all I did was add a package of note cards and some Coastal Cabana and Crumb Cake card stock. Love that we can put the kit together and then use the ink and stamps to build our collection and supplies.

Here is a quick PDF Tutorial for you

Paper Pumpkin June A Little Smile Thank You Note Card Tutorial PDF

And a quick video so you can see how I made it too

Paper Pumpkin June 2019 – A Little Smile Thank You Note Card Video Tutorial

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Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Paper Pumpkin June – A Little Smile

Inks: Coastal Cabana Classic Ink (147097/131164)

Paper: Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (131527), Coastal Cabana (131297), Crumb Cake (120953), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

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It Starts with Art Tutorial

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Today’s card is one that I created to share along time ago but it got buried on my desk, ugh. But that means you’re in luck today since I’m sharing it today. LOL!

The card uses the Follow Your Art Suite of Products that can be found on page 53 of the Annual Catalog – this Suite is filled with wonderful products that speak to me since I’m a life long crafter of all kinds of crafts, starting as a child with learning how to embroider. Remember those iron on x patterns for our first samplers? I think my first project was a pillow case edge. How about you? What was your first project?

I love the fact that this Suite contains different kinds of crafting images and items – perfect for all kinds of crafters young and young at heart.

Any how here is my project that I created for my OnStage Team event back in April.

And how about a video too?

It Starts with Art Card Video Tutorial

And here is the printable PDF Tutorial

It Starts with Art Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: It Starts with Art (*149303)

Inks: Basic Gray Classic Ink (149165), Memento Tuxedo Black Ink Pad (132708), Daffodil Delight Dark (144585), Calypso Coral Light (144042), Smoky Slate Light (145054), and Pool Party Dark Stampin’ Blends (144594)

Paper: Follow Your Art Designer Series Paper (149489), Coastal Cabana (131297), Grapefruit Grove (146972), Crushed Curry (131199), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Button Button Embossing Folder (149581), Arts & Crafts Dies (*149580), Clear Wink of Stella (141897), and 2″ Circle Punch (133782)

*It Starts with Art Bundle (151090)

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Back on Your Feet Fun

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Yesterday, I shared with you some of the cards that my team created for the shoe box swap at our Team Retreat – today I’ll be sharing mine along with the video tutorial so you can make some too if you’d like.

The Back on Your Feet stamp set found on page 83 in our 2019 Annual Catalog contains such cute images I couldn’t resist it, after all it seems like I’ve been need of get well cards lately.

And the little turtle image brought back childhood memories – Did you have a pet turtle growing up? I know I had the whole set up plastic dish with the island and palm tree you could place in the center – my little guy was always getting out. Sigh…. what simple pleasures.

Any how here is my card.

I just love the NEW Pigment Sprinkles in our exclusive Stampin’ Up! Colors!!! I knew as soon as I saw them I wanted to play with them at the team retreat while I had some dedicated crafting time – and they don’t disappoint with their bright bold colors!

Here is my video tutorial so you can see how I created this card.

Back on Your Feet Card Video Tutorial

And if you are like me you always like a printed version

Back on Your Feet Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Back on your Feet (149385)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456), Soft Sea Foam (148059), Soft Suede (147273), and Shaded Spruce Stampin’ Blends Combo Packs (147938), and Color Lifter (144608)

Paper: Fluid 100 Watercolor Paper (149612), Granny Apple Green (146990), Soft Suede (115318), Shaded Spruce (146981), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Pigment Sprinkles (149663), Aqua Painter (103954), Stampin’ Spritzers (126185), Layering Ovals Dies (141706)

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To A Wild Rose Thank You Card Tutorial

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Today’s card is one that I created to mail out for my June Thank Yous. I chose the To a Wild Rose stamp set because it has wonderful bold floral images and sentiment in a beautiful font, so I knew it would make a great stamps, ink, and paper card!

To A Wild Rose Stamp Set image

And while it does come in a bundle (151073) with coordinating dies I think it’s a great stand alone set too. Perfect to get started if you are new to stamping.

This set is a two step stamp set so the color combinations are endless. Check out this card done in tones of Blushing Bride.

I love the soft tones of pink with Basic Gray, but then I love gray as a back drop in my home too. To me this combo has a vintage feel to it which is perfect for the wild rose. What do you think?

If you’d like to see how I created this card you can check out my video tutorial

To A Wild Rose Card Video Tutorial

And if you’d like to make this card yourself – I’ve got a PDF tutorial with a complete supply list for you so you can print it and order what you’ll need.

To A Wild Rose Card Tutorial PDF

Wow, it’s been a full week of tutorials – and I’ve got tons more to share, so if you missed some why not poke around in my past blog posts and check them out? And if you love video tutorials and want to get notification of when I share them, why not CLICK HERE to get information when I post on my YouTube Channel? Or you can sign up to receive my blog posts delivered right to your inbox by clicking HERE.

Enjoy!

And then plan to stop by next week when I’ll be sharing my project from my Team Retreat earlier this month and more!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: To A Wild Rose (*149453)

Inks: Blushing Bride (147100/133157), Basic Gray (149165/149166), and Mossy Meadow Classic Ink (147111/133651)

Paper: Blushing Bride (131198), Basic Gray (121044), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

*To a Wild Rose Bundle (151073)

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Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to contact you (If you chose no contact in the past you’ll need to call 1-800-Stamp Up to have them change your profile for you.)

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It Starts with Art Wiper Card Tutorial

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I love gathering with my team each month and sharing – after all isn’t that part of the fun of stamping, the community? So last month when my friend Sue shared a card with us during Team Craft Time I loved the idea of her sharing it at June’s Meeting. We made it a team effort, she shared the basic wiper base how to and I designed a card for us all to make.

Here is what I came up with as far as the card design. I love the craft focused Follow Your Art Designer Series Paper with it’s bright colorful patterns. And this movement card seemed perfect for the It Starts with Art stamp set too.

While these cards look difficult to make, they really are quite simple once you get the hang of them. I’ve broken down my tutorial into two parts for you the card base itself and then how I decorated it to make things a bit easier. So you’ll want to watch both parts to see the complete project.

It Starts with Art Wiper Card Video Tutorial – Part 1

It Starts with Art Wiper Card Video Tutorial – Part 2

And of course it is always nice to have the printable version to along with the complete supply list for reference.

It Starts with Art Wiper Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

If you want to see some of the other things we do as a team, I’ll be sharing our team swaps with you tomorrow, so stop back by then.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: It Starts with Art (*149303)

Inks: Memento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456), Pacific Point (147098/111840), and Calypso Coral Classic Ink (147101/122934), Pool Party (144605), Calypso Coral Stampin’ Blends Combo Pack (144045), Daffodil Delight Dark (144603) and Smoky Slate Light Stampin’ Blends (145054), and Color Lifter (144608)

Paper: Follow Your Art Designer Series Paper (149489), Basic Gray (121044), Vellum (101856), Calypso Coral (122925), Pacific Point (111350), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Arts & Crafts Dies (*149580), Starburst Punch (143717), Iridescent Sequin Assortment (144212), Take Your Pick Tool (144107/150006), and 1 1/2″ Circle Punch (138299)

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*It Starts with Art Bundle (151090)

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Floral Essence & More

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Today’s card uses one of our Suites from the 2019 Annual Catalog – This suite is filled with wonderful products that make crafting a pleasure and will create one wow project after another, since the Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper is simply striking to say the least.

Here is the second card we made during my Annual Catalog Kick Off, this time using the Floral Essence Suite. You can find this suite of products on pages 106 – 108 of the 2019 Annual Catalog – It’s been hugely popular.

And for good reason – each one of these products are great by themselves too.

Here is a quick video tutorial showing you how I made this card. So you can enjoy the Catalog Kick Off project too.

Floral Essence Card Video Tutorial

And here is my printable PDF tutorial with the complete supply list

Floral Essence Card Tutorial PDF

Want a quick way to know what colors you have on the go? I love this purse sized inventory list for keeping my items handy, so I’m sharing it with you. It’s one of my organizational items that everyone received at the Catalog Kick Off- it’s has all of our color families even the two In Colors. Simply print, score, then fold to create a tri-fold reference chart that you can tuck in your purse.

2019 Annual Catalog Color Collection Inventory Chart PDF

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Floral Essence (*149450)

Inks: So Saffron (147109/105225) and Pretty Peacock Classic Ink (150083/150090)

Paper: Perennial Essence Designer Series Paper (149100), Perennial Essence Vellum Card stock (149101), Pretty Peacock (150880), Granny Apple Card stock (146990), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Perennial Flower Punch (*149522), Leaf Punch (144667), Petal Pink 5/8″ Organdy Striped Ribbon (149441), Woven Threads Sequin Assortment (149498), Perennial Essence Floral Centers (149442), Banner Triple Punch (138292)

*Floral Essence Bundle (151055)

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Click Here to learn more about using the Hostess Code If you order Online make sure your profile information is up to date and you’ve allowed me to contact you (If you chose no contact in the past you’ll need to call 1-800-Stamp Up to have them change your profile for you.)