Watercolor World

It’s June and that means graduations and celebrating a new chapter in life and celebrating new adventures. So today I’m sharing some cards that use the Watercolor World (160708) and some fun techniques.

This first card uses a quick and easy technique that adds multiple colors to a stamp. This is great for larger images like this world map image.

Using a Blending Brush or Sponge Dauber each of the colors Gorgeous Grpe, Blueberry Bushel, Daffodil Delight, Pumpkin Pie and Real Red have been added to the image. Breathing on the stamp to reactivate the ink and then stamping. Quick and easy, but wow it make a cool image, right? Next the sentiment has been stamped on a strip of Basic White where the ends were punched using the Happy Labels Pick a Punch (160693). The sentiment has been popped up using Stampin’ Dimensionals on the card front and a few Basic Gray & Smoky Slate Pearls (163416) have been added below. A colorful way to celebrate that next chapter.

And this next card uses Heat Embossing to create a glossy map.

After the map has been stamped onto Smoky Slate Card stock VersaMark has been used to cover the whole panel and Basics Wow! Embossing Powder (165679) poured over the top. Our Heat Tool (129053) was used to heat the embossing powder and create a shinny look. Add your favorite sentient like this one used from the Beside Me stamp set (160780). Then add a bit of ribbon like the XX which adds a bit of sparkle and you have an understated elegant card like this one.

And finally this last card uses our Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) and simple stamping.

Stamped in Pecan Pie onto the Country Woods Designer Series Paper (163393) there is lots of texture and interest and a bit of Baker’s Twine Essential Pack (155475) added a bit more.

Can you see the possibilities of this single stamp for quick and easy cards? Retirement, graduation, a trip or new job. What types of events or cards do you see yourself creating cards for? You can find this stamp and more in my Online Store. Add your favorite sentiment set and you’re ready to create!

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#OnStage Houston and more

Whew. I’m catching back up after returning from Houston and the fantastic Stampin’ Up! event there. So today I thought I’d share some photos and some of the swaps I received during the event.

Stampin’ Up! outdid themselves with this event and the excitement was high – it’s been along time since we have been able to gather like this. My husband, Larry joined me for this event since we have family in Houston and would spend some time with them after.

Yep, that’s my cutie enjoying a bit of lazy river time on top of the Marriott with myself and other demonstrators before check in time for the event. He seemed to enjoy the energy that surrounded him and I had a hard time getting him to give me back my bag as I got ready for the General Session to start. Check out the goodies our Summer Splash trimmed backpack was filled with. A fun crafting bag tucks in the bottom and slides out through the pocket and a coordinating pencil “cup” bag in our new In Color Pretty in Pink.

A wonderful beginning for sure where I had a lovely opportunity to connect with some new stamping friends. A quick dinner at the Saltgrass Steak House with some yummy food

and then on to After Hours and some on hand stamping fun with new products from the 2024 Annual Catalog!

Hundreds of us filled the space for an full evening of stamping, laughter, and fun. Everyone was excited to see the new products and In Colors! They sure didn’t disappoint. I choose one of the Bundles, Spotlight on Nature (163579) that was offered since it has some great images and basic shape dies.

I’m looking forward to sharing these projects and more with you soon. Along with more photos from the event throughout this week.

Now how about some swaps? I thought I’d share of my Easter swaps with you since it is right around the corner. There were some really cute projects swapped for Easter here are a few that I received.

This first one is a fun little 3d treat holder that uses the Diaper Fold.

This little treat uses our Excellent Eggs Bundle (Retiring 162808) and our Subtles Designer Series Paper (Retiring 161644). And this soft and sweet card also uses the Excellent Eggs Dies (Retiring 162807) in the background for the little bunny but has a totally different feel to it.

The sentiment has been punched out using the Double Oval Punch (Retiring 154242) and the sweet little bow was created using the 3/8″ Sheer Ribbon Combo Pack (Retiring 161635). Sweet, right?

And finally a bright and cheerful card using the Easter Bunny Stamp set (Retiring 160272) and Easter Bunny Punch (Retiring 160331).

Isn’t the little pompom adorable for the tail? Colored with Crumb Cake Blends to pull in the dry embossed background using the Cane Weave 3D Embossing Folder (160580) and cheerful Glorious Gingham 6×6 Designer Series Paper (Retiring 163170). The Stylish Shapes Dies (159183) were used to cut both the opening for the bunny and sentiment.

That’s it for the day. Stop back by tomorrow when I’ll be sharing some more photos and swaps with you.

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It’s the right time for a World of Good

Spring always turns our eyes to graduation and the World of Good Suite of products is a great place to start for those graduation, retirement or masculine cards that you need to create.

Check out these lovely cards made using this Retiring suite of products. They have lots of texture, rich color that will make an impression.

So what do you think? If you love this wonderful suite of products that is part of the Retirement List you’ll want to get them before they are gone!

Our Retirement List is while Supplies Last and these items will be gone for good on May 3rd.

Stop back by later today when I’ll be doing a video walking you through the 2020 Annual Catalog, so you can quickly and easily mark which items are retiring. It’s always helpful to see things easily in the catalog so you can get your shopping list for the things you’re wanting.

Just a note: I’m working on my 2021 Annual Catalog mailing now and will finalize it March 28th. If you have placed an order with me during the last 3 months you’ll automatically get a copy. (Just a note if you place your orders in my Online Store please make sure your mailing address is up to date.)

If you haven’t ordered with me recently, you can place an order with me now so you’ll be included in my mailing. Or if you prefer you can email me ([email protected]) and request a 2021 Annual Catalog. If you are not a customer that shops with me, the Catalog is still FREE and you’ll simply pay the postage. After I receive your email I’ll send you an invoice for the postage to be paid by PayPal.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Beautiful World (*152994 Retiring)

Paper: World of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper (152491 Retiring) and Brass Foil Sheets (153057 Retiring)

Accessories: World Map Dies (152712 Retiring), Old World Paper 3D Embossing Folder (153200 Retiring), Misty Moonlight (153624 Retiring) and Cinnamon Cider 1/4″ In Color Ribbon (152482 Retiring)

*Beautiful World Bundle (Retiring 154091)

Online Store Cinnamon Cider

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Whisper White Card Stock is Retiring

Stampin’ Up! just announced today the following:

We are sad to announce that the supplier’s mill producing our Whisper White cardstock has permanently closed due to impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Unfortunately, we weren’t given much notice on this closure. This means that the technology unique to this particular supplier is now unavailable to us and we can no longer offer our Whisper White cardstock and related products, such as Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes. Please note that this won’t affect any of our other cardstocks, this only affects Whisper White.
We know Whisper White has a huge fan base; we’re big fans, too! And we are crushed that it’s going away. Even though this decision was out of our hands, rest assured that we jumped right into action to find the best replacement paper possible. We have dedicated many hours to source and test alternative cardstock options from several suppliers to find the perfect fit that still maintains the Stampin’ Up! quality you know and trust. We are happy to share that we have found a winner for our new cardstock, Basic White!

The quality of our new Basic White was thoroughly tested by our quality assurance and product teams. It also tested very well with demonstrators and concept artists who gave it a huge thumbs up. We believe in the quality of the new Basic White cardstock and we know it will become your new crafting staple!


What does this mean for you?

With Whisper White going out of production, this means a number of Whisper White products will be affected. Below is a list of all products that will be replaced with our new Basic White cardstock. These items are now available while supplies last with an order limit of 2 per item per order.

  • Whisper White 12″ x 12″ Cardstock (124302)
  • Assorted Memories & More Cards & Envelopes (149710)
  • Whisper White Note Cards & Envelopes (131527)
  • Whisper White 3″ x 3″ Envelopes (145829)
  • Whisper White 8-1/2″ x 11″ Cardstock (100730)
  • Whisper White 8-1/2″ x 11″ Thick Cardstock (140272)
  • Whisper White Medium Envelopes (107301)

Our new Basic White products will become available to purchase as soon as we have them in stock. This means that some Whisper White and Basic White products may be available at the same time. Additionally, due to the nature of sourcing, some Basic White products may not be available before the Whisper White products sell out. Please know that we are working on getting these products available to you as fast as possible.

Here is a printable flyer for you

Whisper White Flyer PDF

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Beautiful World

The Beautiful World Suite Collection (154140) is filled with wonderful rich colors in addition to a stamp set that is great for masculine, travel journals, retirement or even graduation cards. Our Suites are designed to give you coordinating products that a perfect for our advanced stampers who like to create more elaborate projects. But they are also great for our stampers who are just starting as you can choose the individual products that appeal to you.

Check out these lovely cards made using the set. This first card uses our Stampin’ Spritzers (126185) filled with the lovely new Misty Moonlight to create a aged look.

This next card done in Cinnamon Cider, Crumb Cake and Basic Black creates a rich look with the Classic Label Punch (141491) and Tailored Tag Punch (145667) Designer Series Paper Pieces in the background.

And how about this one that uses our Linen Thread (104199) and Every Day Label Punch (144668)?

All of these cards add a bit of texture to the back ground with the Old World Paper 3D Embossing Folder (153200).

This Suite is sure to be a hit with all of it’s options. So why not check it out and see what you think?

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Beautiful World (*152994)

Paper: World of Good Specialty Designer Series Paper (152491)

Accessories: World Map Dies (*152712) and Old World Paper 3D Embossing Folder (153200)

*Beautiful World Bundle (154091)

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Whale Done ClassLast Day to Hold your Spot

Goodbye Button Buddies

Today is Tuesday and you know what that means – NEW Digital Downloads, yippie! Today Stampin’ Up! has released 3 NEW downloads, so you’ll want to check them out.

Family Spotlight Ensemble (item 134508)

Family Spotlight

Family Spotlight Photobook (item 134596)

Family Spotlight

and for home décor Potluck Frameables (item 134694), what fun right?

potluck frameable

If you’re interested in learning about My Digital Studio why not contact me? I’d love to talk with you about it and of course your always to check out my Calendar of Events. I hold a Introduction to My Digital Studio Class every month. Click HERE to see my calendar of events.

And now here is the card that I mentioned yesterday I would share with you from the Retirement Party on Sunday. It uses a two great stamp sets that are retiring on June 3rd, Button Buddies (item 122735/122737) and Friendly Phrases (item 126149/126151).

Button Buddies Retirment Party

This is a quick and easy card to make that is colorful and fun. Everyone seemed to enjoy making it for one of the two make n takes on Sunday afternoon during my Retirement Party. It was fun to see all the combinations of colors everyone came up with for their flowers, since everyone was able to personalize it to suit their tastes.

I’ll be sharing another project from the party on Wednesday so be sure to stop back by.

Supplies:

Stamp Set: Button Buddies (item 122735/122737) and Friendly Phrases (item 126149/126151)

Inks: Lucky Limeade (item 126984) and Jet Black StazOn (item 101406)

Paper: Summer Smooches Designer Series Paper (item 125409)

Accessories: Brights Designer Buttons (item 119747), 1 3/8″ Square Punch (item 119877), and Glue Dots

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