Embraced with Love

The holidays are upon us and that means gathering and traveling, unfortunately the end results can mean being under the weather. And who doesn’t like a little pick me up knowing someone is thinking of them when you don’t feel good?

The Embraced with Love Stamp Set (Last Chance 164246) gives you get well options and more. And these little animals are adorable too. Check out this lovely card using a quick and easy stripping technique for the background.

While the image was colored with our Stampin’ Blends and cut out using our Stylish Shapes Dies (159183) the background technique adds bold color and pulls out the colors Peach Pie, Azure Afternoon, and Cajun Craze that were used for the bear and blanket.

How was the background made? Everyone has those 1/2 inch strips laying around, right? simply draw a line across the card front at an angle starting at the top left down to the bottom right. Add your first strip along this line for a starting point then add the next strip and so on until top section is filled. Trim ends to line up with the card front. Next, line up the ends of the strips along this line for the bottom section, adhere and trim with the edge of the card front. Yep, that simple! and what an impact.

A few of our Earth Tones Shimmer Gems (164070) add a bit of texture and shine to the card.

Did you know that Stampin’ Up! announced our Last Chance products from the Holiday Mini catalog? The Embraced with Love Stamp Set (Last Chance 164246) is part of that list and is only available while supplies last.

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A Little Pick Me Up with Construction Zone

It’s that time of year and cold and flu season is starting, so I thought I’d make a get well little card. So this quick and easy fun fold card is one that I’m sharing a tutorial for with you! It uses the adorable little Construction Zone stamp set (161582) and our Regals Collection Designer Series Paper (161642).

Some quick coloring with our Stampin’ Blends and you’ve got a cheerful card to send to that special someone letting them know you are thinking of them. Want to make one too? I’ve got a tutorial for you so you can spread some cheer with your special someone who is feeling a bit under the weather.

Check out my tutorial with a complete supply list, measurements, and step by step instructions. And don’t forget when you print the PDF you’ll have the video link right at the top of the page or easy access so you can create when you’re ready!

Construction Zone Fun Fold Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy!

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Warmest Heart

Have you seen this fun little set, Warmest Heart (162336) in our Mini Catalog? I know I missed it, that is until I got this fall Get Well card during a swap. I’m always needing to create get well cards so I went looking.

This fun little stamp also has a coordinating die set giving you lots of options when creating.

Today’s card uses Cajun Craze and Pumpkin Pie to create a warm fall feel along with the plaid pattern from the Them Bones Designer Series Paper (162215). A bit of texture was added with the Timeworn Type 3D Embossing Folder (156505) some sponging and a simple technique of dragging your finger nail, Paper Snips, or even your Bone Folder across the edges of your card stock to create a frayed look. And if you don’t recognize it the big sending hugs sentiment is from our Layering Leaves stamp set (161277), don’t you love the way our products coordinate together?

Enjoy and then why not stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some cards from the Curved Occasions stamp set from our Mini.

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Construction Zone #BackStage Swap Tutorial

Wow, I’m back from Vegas and another fantastic Stampin’ Up! event and sort of have my computer working, so I thought I’d share with you one of the cards that I made for my #BackStage swap in Las Vegas.

I really love the way they turned out and couldn’t pick a favorite color so I made several. I got a good response from my fellow swappers with this Annual Catalog stamp set which was nice too.

I couldn’t resist using the Construction Zone stamp set (161582) that was one of my first must haves but haven’t had time to play with. So since my computer was driving me nuts, I decided it was a great time to chill and create with this fun little set. And I had a blast so I’ll be sharing more tutorials with you soon.

Cute right? and it has some great all occasion sentiments. While my son is now in his 30s I can remember his love of his little tonka trucks and construction equipment. So I know that the cards I create with this set will bring a smile to his face, after all I think it is a great set for our guys all ages.

I chose Crushed Curry from the Regals Collection Designer Series Paper (161642) for my original design that I will share with you today for my tutorial, but as you can see fork lifts come in all colors so the Brights Collection works well too!

Want to see how I made this so you can make some too? Check out my Video tutorial below along with my PDF with measurements, supply list and step by step directions.


Construction Zone Pick Me Up Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! and then stop back by again to see my fun fall swap that I made using NEW Holiday MINI products!

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Seasonal Branches

Do you like sets that will carry you throughout all the seasons of the year? How about the Seasonal Branches Bundle (161365)? This Bundle includes a two-step stamp set that allows you to customize the project to the season you’d like.

Spring, Summer, fall, or winter this set has you covered with it’s multiple images and sentiments for all kinds of occasions.

Check out this lovely card made with the bundle and our new In Color, Copper Clay.

The little blue bird has been colored using our new In Color, Boho Blue Stampin’ Blends. Also a bit of texture has been added to this card with the Deckled Rectangle Dies (159173), Timber 3D Embossing folder (156406), and fun Adhesive Backed Solid Gems (161300).

Don’t you love the way our products work together? And who wouldn’t enjoy this lovely get well card when they are under the weather?

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A Fish & a Wish

The A Fish & A Wish stamp set (158993) is one of those you’ll find yourself reaching for time and time again for those difficult cards that we need from time to time. The sold watercolor images make stamping them quick and simple too. Add the punch and you’ve got quick and easy options.

Check out these two cards made with the A Fish & A Wish Bundle (159001) that is found on page 70 of the Annual Catalog. This first card is done in neutrals and has a belly band.

Texture was not only added with the Hive 3D (157955) and Timber 3D Embossing Folders (156406) but also with the Linen Thread (104199) and Natural Finish 7/8″ Texture Ribbon (159051).

And this next card is done in the bold colors Calypso Coral, Bermuda Bay, and Blackberry Bliss.

The shinny pop of color comes from the Glossy Dots Assortment (158827).

So what do you think? You’ll find all kinds of ways to use this bundle so why not stop by my Online store and check it out today?

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Nuts About Squirrels Card Tutorial

Today is my third and final card that I’ve created for you along with it’s tutorial using the Nuts About Squirrels stamp set from the Annual Catalog. If you haven’t already checked it out I’m sure you’ll want to do so along with the previous tutorials I’ve created with this set too. Not only do you have the last few days but there are also some from earlier, HERE

This stamp set is so much fun to work with and since it is a 2-step stamp set you can create all kinds of color combinations with it giving you a lot of versatility.

Today’s card is one that you can send to a friend of family member to check in. As always I find with the start of school illness happens and this is a cheerful way of letting someone know you’re thinking of them.

With its fun bright colors the Celebrate Everything Designer Series Paper makes this card sooo easy to create. I like the way our Designer Series Papers gives you are built in color combination option every time.

Want to see how I created this card? Here is a quick video tutorial for you.

And of course what is a video without a supply list and PDF to work with? As always my pdf will give you measurements, step by step instructions with video link, and the supply list. Making it a great resource to print off and have on hand.

Nuts About Squirrels Card Tutorial PDF

Enjoy! And don’t forget to order envelopes with your supplies so you’re ready to mail your cards as soon as you create them.

Supplies:

StampsNuts About Squirrels (156475)

PaperCelebrate Everything Designer Series Paper (Host 159913), Granny Apple Green Card stock (146990), Crushed Curry Card stock (131199), and Basic White Card stock (159276)

InkMemento Tuxedo Black Ink (132708/133456), Crushed Curry Classic Ink (147087/131158), and Smoky Slate Classic Ink (147113/131159)

Accessories: Layering Circle Dies (151770), Parakeet Party 1/8″ Metallic Woven Ribbon (159196), and 2022 In Color Matte Decorative Dots (159186)

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Back on Your Feet Fun

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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Healing Hugs

Today’s post will be a quick one since I’ve spent the day in town and it is late, but I wanted to share these great cards created with the Healing Hugs stamp set with you today before I turned in for the night.

I have a harder time stamping these kinds of cards, but the Healing Hugs stamp set (146527/146530) makes them a lot easier since it has this wonderful image and great sentiments perfect for get well cards.

Check out these cards made with the set

I love this set since it uses our new Distinktive process for the beautiful rose image – gives it so much depth and makes it look so real.

Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some cards made with the Artistically Asian stamp set.

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Stamp Set: Healing Hugs (146527/146530)

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Hip Notes Get Well

Recently my nephew broke his leg and I want to send him a card that will bring a smile to his face. It seems like he just can’t catch a break, (no pun intended). Newly married and with a baby on the way, being out of work for 3 months it tough.

So this weekend the first card I created was one for Kevin.

Hip Notes Get Well

I wasn’t sure where to start and I was thinking about a cast, but then I ran across the Hip Notes stamp set (133501/133504) from the Occasions Catalog on page 18. For some reason this sentiment just made me chuckle when I saw it, and I knew the kid would get the sense of humor of the sentiment. Of course the pattern from the Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper (FREE Sale-a-bration item) reminded me of a hospital gown somehow. See it? Well maybe it was the late night and wine?

Anyhow so what do you think of the card? Think it will bring a smile to his face? Why not leave me a comment and let me know what you think.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Hip Notes (133501/133504)

Inks: Jet Black StazOn (101406), Summer Starfruit (126991), and Blushing Bride (131172)

Paper: Sweet Sorbet Designer Series Paper (Sale-a-bration item 133521), Blushing Bride (131198), Summer Starfruit (126839), Basic Black (121045), and Whisper White (100730)

Accessories: Decorative Dots Embossing Folder (Sale-a-bration item 133520), 3/16″ Corner Rounder (119871), Artisan Label Punch (130920), 1 1/4″ Scallop Circle Punch (127811), and Summer Starfruit 3/8″ Stitched Satin Ribbon (126846)

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