Christmas Quilt Treat Bag Video Tutorial

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s Treat Bag is the last of the projects that everyone made at my Holiday Catalog Kick Off. Quick & Easy to make and with 48 sheets of Designer Series Paper in the Quilted Christmas 6×6 stack – you can make a bunch of these to give!

We used the Christmas Quilt Bundle (126026) as the focal point for this project along with the coordinating Quilted Christmas 1/4″ Ribbon which is a lot of fun to work with.

I’ve made a video tutorial for you so you can make some too!

Christmas Quilt Treat Bag Video Tutorial

What did I tell you simple, right? I’ve given you the complete supply list below. So make sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post.

Upcoming October Classes –

If you LOVE the Painted Harvest Stamp Set you’ll want to know about my October class. The Eclipse Card Class – we’ll be making some fun projects and a technique “recipe” card too. So why not check it out?

Eclipse Card Class:

Saturday, October 21st 1 – 3:30 pm

You have 3 options to choose from if you are local:

#1 Class Fee $45 (Includes the Painted Harvest stamp set and Leave Punch)

#2 Class Fee $140 (Includes the Painted Harvest Stamp Set, Leave Punch AND the Large Letters Framelits Dies.)

#3 Class Fee Only $20

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RSVP & Prepay by Wednesday, October 4th to hold your spot

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Don’t forget to stop by next week when I’ll be sharing some of the wonderful Holiday Catalog swaps I’ve received and more!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Christmas Quilt (*144793)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931), Real Red (126949) and Pool Party Classic Ink (126982)

Paper: Quilted Christmas 6×6 Designer Series Paper Stack (144617) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Quilt Builder Framelits Dies (*144673), Quilted Christmas 1/4″ ribbon (144620), Brights Enamel Shapes (141680), Triple Banner Punch (138292)

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Tips for using the Painted Harvest Stamp Set

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is made using the Painted Harvest Stamp Set and there are a couple of things that will make you more successful when you use this set. So today not only will I be sharing the tutorial for the Holiday Catalog Kick Off Make n Take, but I’ve also got a little video for you sharing some basics for this stamp set.

First here is the card that we made.

I love the way that this set has a built in watercolor feel to it – and it has quickly become one of my favorites to use with it’s pretty font. I used Fresh Fig for the flowers on this card and love the richness of the color.

Want the instructions to make this card? Well here is the tutorial

Painted Harvest Card (printable) PDF

The flowers are fun to stamp, but I recommend completing one before moving on to the next so you remember your lining up point easier.

Tips for Using the Painted Harvest Stamp Set Video Tutorial

So what do you think? Easy tip right? And good news this set comes with a coordinating Leaf Punch (144667) so it comes in a Bundle (146021) too!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Painted Harvest (144783)

Inks: Always Artichoke (126972), Crushed Curry (131173) and Fresh Fig Classic Ink (144082)

Paper: Always Artichoke (105119), Crushed Curry (131199), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Accessories: Layering Ovals Framelits Dies (141706) and Regals Enamel Shapes (141681)

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Colorful Seasons Tutorial

Posted on September 1, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Summer is ending with this holiday weekend and you can already feel the cool morning air here in the North Georgia Mountains. The fall leaves will be falling turning and falling soon, but mean while I’m going to enjoy one last hurrah in the pool since the rain is suppose to clear out and we should have a beautiful holiday on Monday with the kids.

Today’s card is one I made using a fun Clear Block Technique with Stampin’ Spritzers. Check out my Tutorial for it below. I really love this Bundle of products and that fact that it has a coordinating suite of products – I just love creating with it and can’t wait to try out some fall cards now too!

Colorful Seasons Card Tutorial (printable PDF)

And of course I shared with you my Tips for Using the Colorful Seasons Stamp Set HERE if you didn’t catch it.

Enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Colorful Seasons (143726)

Inks: Basic Gray Archival Ink (140932), Calypso Coral (126983), Marina Mist (126962), Crumb Cake (126975) and Dapper Denim Classic Ink (141394)

Paper: Basic Gray (121044), Crumb Cake (120953), Crumb Cake (120953) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Seaside Embossing Folder (141481), Stampin’ Spritzer (126185), Clear Block F (118483)

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Wood Words Tutorial

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

This card was hands down everyone’s favorite at my Catalog Kick Off this month and so I thought you would enjoy seeing it too.

This stamp set was one of the first that I got from the NEW 2017 Annual Catalog. I couldn’t resist the little Wood Crate Framelits Dies (143730) that were part of the bundle when I saw them. After all I LOVE 3d items that I can use as gifts filled with a few goodies.

If you haven’t seen the Copper Trim it is fantastic. I’ve used it in bow form here, but you can see just how versatile it is on my card HERE. And I’ve already used loads of the Wood Textures Designer Series Paper Stack (144177)!

Want to see just how easy this card is to make? Here is a tutorial showing you how it was made.

Wood Words Card Tutorial (printable) PDF

enjoy!

Supplies:

Stamps: Wood Words (143925/143928)

Inks: Soft Suede (126978) and Cherry Cobbler Classic Ink (126966)

Paper: Wood Textures Designer Series Paper Stack (144177), Cherry Cobbler (119685), Soft Suede (115318), Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Accessories: 1/4 ” Copper Trim (144179), Wood Crate Framelits Dies (143730), Layering Circles Framelits Dies (141705) and Stitched Shapes Framelits Dies (145372)

*Bundle (145315/145316)

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So Many Shells Tutorial

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Today’s card is one that I made for my team Shoe box Swap this past Saturday. The So Many Shells was a stamp set I couldn’t pass up with it’s wonderful shell images. You know me I can never resist a set that is beach themed!

The sentiments in the set also cover a wide variety of needs which is always a bonus. Isn’t the font lovely?

So here is the card I created.

I stamped the Marbled Background onto Vellum to give it more of a translucent water feel to it. And I love the Copper Trim! Tug and pull and it turns into what looks like a net! Perfect for this project.

I hope you’ll enjoy making this card too. Here is my FREE Tutorial for the card.

So Many Shells Tutorial printable PDF

Supplies:

Stamp Set: So Many Shells (143695) and Marbled Background (143755/144772)

Inks: Pool Party (126982), Early Espresso (126974), and Island Indigo (126986)

Paper: Island Indigo (122923), Early Espresso (119686), Vellum (101856), and Whisper White card stock (100730)

Accessories: 1/4″ Copper Trim (144179), Layering Circles Framelits Dies (141705), and Stampin Sponges (141337)

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Catalog Kick Off Fun!

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Saturday we kicked off the 2017 Catalog launch with a fun event where we made 3 cards using new product and stamp sets from Annual Catalog. I love these events since they are always a lot of fun – after all who doesn’t love a new catalog, right? LOL!

Today I thought I’d share some photos of the class room and what everyone received when they attended. I had lots of great cards to share on display that I’ll also be sharing with you on my blog. I totally revamped my chalk board displays and even added a little shelf since one of them needed repair.

Along with some of our new products

Want to see what greeted everyone at their places? I made these cute little name tags using the Daisy Delight Bundle.

Everyone who attended received a NEW Catalog, of course. Along with a 2017 In Color Swatches and Bookmark to hold their spot, chocolate, and a special little post it note flag holder. (I’ll be sharing some videos later this week on these projects – so watch for them in the up coming days.)

Mean while here is one of the cards we made using the Ribbon of Courage stamp set (143852/143855).

This set is also has coordinating Framelits Dies, Support Ribbon (143749) to make it easier to use yet! You get get both in our money saving bundle (145341/145342) and save 10%.

This set not only contains two different ribbons, it also contains some wonderful sentiments. Customize the ribbon with the color you need and you have a wonderful card to share with a friend or loved one.

I’m including a FREE Tutorial for you for this card

Ribbon of Courage Tutorial (printable) PDF

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some more projects from the Catalog Launch.

Don’t have a catalog? Don’t already have a Demonstrator? Why not contact me? Simply email me at [email protected] or call 706 754-7124 to get your copy.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Ribbon of Courage (143852/143855)

Inks: Basic Gray Classic Ink (140932)

Paper: Basic Gray (121044), Berry Burst (144243), Powder Pink (144244), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Clear Wink of Stella (141897), 2017-2019 In Color Stampin’ Write Markers (144033) and Pear Pizzazz Stampin’ Write Marker

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You are just the nicest!

Posted on May 19, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

Want to add a little sparkle to someone’s life? Why not check out this little thank you card I created the other day?

I love glimmer paper and this shows it off!

While this card was quick and easy it’s also a great way to use those small pieces of Designer Series Paper you have laying around too!

Here is my You Are Just the Nicest Tutorial (printable PDF) just for you!

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Picture Perfect (140520)

Inks: Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: Blushing Bride Glimmer Paper (140550), Playful Palette (141657), Basic Black (121045), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Accessories: Succulent Framelits Dies (142757), 1″ Circle Punch (119868) and Envelope Punch Board (133774)

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How Do You Get a 2017 Annual Catalog?

Are you a frequent customer of mine? You’ll be the first to receive yours – It’s simple attend one of my events in May or attend my Catalog Kickoff on June 3rd to pick up your copy.

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Suite Sayings

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

I made this bold, quick and easy card for recent Thank You’s that I sent out, but the layout is one of those versatile layouts you can use for any occasion!

I had fun with lot’s of with the different bold patterns in the Moroccan Designer Series Paper.

Don’t you love these type of layouts? Simply change the sentiment and you have a great birthday card! For this one I used the Tin of Cards Stamp Set (138946). I’m really sad to see this set go since I love the size and font used for the sentient.

I left off the ribbon from this one since I needed a masculine birthday card.

Want to make some of your own? How about a PDF tutorial? Well I whipped one up for you this morning, so you’re in luck!

Suite Sentiments Thank You Card Tutorial (printable PDF)

If you love this set as much as I do you’ll want to make sure you get it soon! It’s part of our Retirement List and is only guaranteed until May 22nd after that stamp sets are while supplies last. Check it out HERE.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Suite Sayings (140709/140712)

Inks: Emerald Envy (141396)

Paper: Moroccan Designer Series paper (141645), Emerald Envy (141415), Early Espresso (119686), and Very Vanilla Card stock (101650)

Accessories: Layering Circle Framelits Dies (141705) and Very Vanilla 1/4″ Satin Ribbon (142794)

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Botanical Invitations

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Stamp with Jini

I always do a celebration for those that qualify for my FREE Event during Sale-a-bration and so today I thought I would share the invitations that I made for everyone along with a PDF tutorial for you.

This card uses a couple of the items on our Retirement list that I’m sad to see go specifically the wonderful Gorgeous Grunge (130514/130517) which is wonderful for collage or creating backgrounds with interest and the Botanical Builder Framelits Dies (140625) since they have these wonderful pop up areas to the flowers that create wonderful 3d effects.

Here is the tutorial that I’ve created for you – so you can make some too!

Botanical Builder Celebrate Card PDF Tutorial (printable)

And I’ve given you a complete supply list below.

Want to see another card using this bundle of products? Here is a wonderful swap I received from Susan using the Botanical Blooms Bundle.

She used the Wetlands stamp set (126995/126697) sentiment and the Bloomin’ Hearts Thinlits Die (140621) when making this easel card.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Balloon Adventures (142823), Hardwood Background Stamp (133032/133035), and Gorgeous Grunge (130514/130517)

Inks: Sahara Sand Classic Ink (126976) and Basic Black Archival Ink (140931)

Paper: Wild Wasabi (108641), Basic Black (121045), Sahara Sand (121043), Wisteria Wonder (122922), and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Botanical Builder Framelits Dies (140625)

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Fun & Flirty Flip Flops

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Stamp with Jini

What says summer more than a new pair of flip flops? Today’s card uses our fun bold Designer Series Paper, Festive Birthday to create these fun cactus flip flops.

I’ve had several of you ask me how I created these when you saw my shoe box card HERE.

So I thought I’ve put together a video tutorial on how they are made. And I included some tips to make things easier.

Want the pattern? Well I’ve made one up just for you!

Flip Flop Pattern Printable PDF

So, what kind of flip flops do you like? Plain, bright and colorful, or wild patterns? Why not leave me a comment and let me know.

What’s Happening Here?

On a personal note I thought I’d share with you what is happening with all this wood my son, Johnathan and I brought home on June 20th. (Click HERE to see that post).

I’m excited to say my guys are making great progress on the project… my classroom!

Johnathan is always happy playing with his “toys” in the garage. (He built his garage cabinetry that you see in the background over his winter break.)

Over the weekend they finished the 12 x 12 paper storage unit.

and the base cabinet too! Wow that was fast!!!

I can’t tell you how excited I am to get painting! And you know how I dislike painting. LOL!!!

Right now, I’m trying to decide a new paint color for the classroom walls. After all, with this great cabinetry going in I need a new coat of paint, right?

I’ve got it narrowed down to two choices at this point.

A more bold one and a safe one. I’m trying to decide how crazy I want to be LOL!!! Pool Party or Sahara Sand ???? Hmmm…. what do you think? I’ve changed my mind so many times already, but these are the two I keep coming back to since I love the Island Indigo display item I already have.

What color would you choose?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Seaside Shore (141622/141625)

Inks: Melon Mambo (115320), Crumb Cake (126975), and Soft Suede Classic Ink (126978)

Paper: Festive Birthday Designer Series Paper (141630), Melon Mambo (126948), Emerald Envy (141415), Crumb Cake (120953), Soft Sky (131203) and Whisper White Card stock (100730)

Accessories: Seaside Embossing Folder (141481), Melon Mambo tick Baker’s Twine (141689), Blossom Bunch Punch (140612) and Regal Enamel Shapes (141681)

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